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CARSOME and Darwinbox partner to reinvent employee experience with AI-first HR and native payroll for 3,000 employees across Southeast Asia

From AI-powered stack ranking and intelligent interview scheduling to skill gap analysis and attrition prediction, the implementation will equip CARSOME with powerful tools to elevate employee experience at every stage of the lifecycle.

05 May 2026
• Contributor

Individuals in Malaysia urged to take extra precautions in the current hot weather, in lieu of recent heat-related illness cases

The Health Ministry has called on the public to limit strenuous outdoor activities, take regular breaks in shaded areas and drink plenty of water as hot weather persists across parts of the country.

04 May 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Temperatures in 24 tourism hotspots across Thailand could hit 35-38°C till 24 May 2026

Bangkok temperatures could range between lows of 27-29°C, and highs of 35-36°C over the next three weeks.

04 May 2026
• Priya Sunil

National HR Policy, post-maternity leave allowance, and more: Malaysia's new measures to support workers

More than 132,000 working mothers are expected to benefit from up to 30 days of additional leave that can be taken after the 98-day maternity leave period.

04 May 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Hong Kong raises Statutory Minimum Wage to HK$43.1 per hour effective 1 May 2026

The monthly wage threshold requiring employers to record total working hours has also been increased to HK$17,600.

04 May 2026
• Tracy Chan

Building a safer workplace: What HR can learn from Singapore's new S.P.O.T campaign

The S.P.O.T. campaign offers a practical framework for action against sexual crime — and a timely reminder that workplace safety is everyone’s responsibility.

30 April 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Number of online job postings jumped 108.8% to 588,148 in Q3 2025, DOSM data shows

Demand for talent surged across Malaysia in Q3 2025, led by the services, professional, scientific & technical activities, administrative & support manufacturing, as well as construction sectors.

30 April 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Labour Day 2026: 5 small workplace changes that can make a big difference across generations

From clearer communication to simple recognition, these everyday actions can shape how employees feel, perform, and stay. Here are five practical shifts that support a multi-generational workforce.

30 April 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Kuala Lumpur led formal sector wages in Dec 2025, exceeding national median of RM3,167

The Federal Territory recorded the highest median monthly wage at RM4,391, followed by Pulau Pinang at RM3,500, and Selangor at RM3,400.

29 April 2026
• Umairah Nasir

BNM's new SME Stabilisation Relief Facility to provide financial support for SMEs affected by ongoing West Asia conflict

Eligible SMEs may obtain financing of up to RM750,000 for a tenure of up to five years. Applications will be open 15 May to 31 December 2026, or until full utilisation – whichever is earlier.

29 April 2026
• Priya Sunil

Labour Day travel rush: Heavy traffic expected at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints

After more than 1.4mn travellers crossed Singapore’s land checkpoints during the last long weekend, ICA is warning of heavy congestion and long waits from 30 April to 3 May.

28 April 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Sarawak announces 2026 public holiday replacements for Wesak Day, Gawai Day & Agong’s Birthday overlap

With multiple public holidays falling on the same days, Sarawak’s Manpower Department outlines how substitute leave and entitlements should be applied under the Labour Ordinance.

28 April 2026
• Umairah Nasir

When silence speaks loudest: Rethinking psychological safety in the workplace

Carolyn Ng, Senior Associate, MahWengKwai & Associates and Dr Venka Purushothaman, President, LASELLE College of the Arts unpack why psychological safety is no longer a soft workplace ideal – exploring the legal risks of silence, and the policies, culture, and feedback channels needed to help people feel safe, respected, and heard.

28 April 2026
• Sarah Gideon

KESUMA affirms support for flexible work adoption as firms report improved productivity and retention

More than 5,340 organisations have adopted flexible arrangements, with 62% reporting higher productivity and over 90% seeing improved engagement.

27 April 2026
• Umairah Nasir

ILO committee urges immediate action as about 20,000 seafarers remain stranded in Strait of Hormuz

ILO member states were called on to cooperate and "take all the necessary measures to safeguard the lives, safety, and wellbeing of affected seafarers."

27 April 2026
• Priya Sunil

New AI hub by Publicis Groupe APAC aims to build talent and AI capabilities in marketing

The new hub will include a research and development centre and is expected to create roles in areas such as AI, data science, and product development.

27 April 2026
• Priya Sunil

Up the ranks: Rohini Sachitanand undertakes role of Head of People & Culture, APAC at NTT DATA, Inc.

She looks forward to spending time having open and honest conversations with the team and business leaders to understand their ambitions, challenges, and what success looks like for them.

27 April 2026
• Aditi Sharma Kalra

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CARSOME and Darwinbox partner to reinvent employee experience with AI-first HR and native payroll for 3,000 employees across Southeast Asia

Talentbank announces winners of Graduates’ Choice Award 2026: Malaysia’s most-voted graduate employers revealed

HRadiO: Progressive employment in action – Turning fair practices into sustainable competitive advantage

A strategic guide to anticipating and preventing common workplace grievances

Building workplace culture and belonging: 5 practical steps for managers

When silence speaks loudest: Rethinking psychological safety in the workplace

Inside the mind of a rewards leader

Industry Insider: ADM’s APAC HR Director on tackling talent shortages and driving workforce agility in agribusiness

MTUC faces temporary dissolution after failing to comply with financial disclosure requirements

ESD Malaysia revises online appeal submission timeline in line with new expatriate employment policy

Malaysia to enhance MyKad security features in June, fully roll out MyNIISe in September

Hong Kong raises Statutory Minimum Wage to HK$43.1 per hour effective 1 May 2026

Building a safer workplace: What HR can learn from Singapore's new S.P.O.T campaign

CARSOME and Darwinbox partner to reinvent employee experience with AI-first HR and native payroll for 3,000 employees across Southeast Asia

Individuals in Malaysia urged to take extra precautions in the current hot weather, in lieu of recent heat-related illness cases

Temperatures in 24 tourism hotspots across Thailand could hit 35-38°C till 24 May 2026

National HR Policy, post-maternity leave allowance, and more: Malaysia's new measures to support workers

Hong Kong raises Statutory Minimum Wage to HK$43.1 per hour effective 1 May 2026

Building a safer workplace: What HR can learn from Singapore's new S.P.O.T campaign

Number of online job postings jumped 108.8% to 588,148 in Q3 2025, DOSM data shows

Labour Day 2026: 5 small workplace changes that can make a big difference across generations

Kuala Lumpur led formal sector wages in Dec 2025, exceeding national median of RM3,167

BNM's new SME Stabilisation Relief Facility to provide financial support for SMEs affected by ongoing West Asia conflict

Labour Day travel rush: Heavy traffic expected at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints

Sarawak announces 2026 public holiday replacements for Wesak Day, Gawai Day & Agong’s Birthday overlap

When silence speaks loudest: Rethinking psychological safety in the workplace

KESUMA affirms support for flexible work adoption as firms report improved productivity and retention

ILO committee urges immediate action as about 20,000 seafarers remain stranded in Strait of Hormuz

New AI hub by Publicis Groupe APAC aims to build talent and AI capabilities in marketing

Up the ranks: Rohini Sachitanand undertakes role of Head of People & Culture, APAC at NTT DATA, Inc.