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A US federal judge has blocked New York City's groundbreaking law requiring ride-hailing firms to notify drivers 14 days before removal from their platforms, ruling the measure unconstitutional and a threat to platform safety protocols.
Amazon has committed to taking action against M&M Logistics Solutions, its delivery partner in India, once police conclude their investigation into a June 5 fire that killed two workers at a facility lacking basic safety provisions.
Malaysia's Federal Court has affirmed that two company directors meet the legal definition of workmen under employment law, validating a RM2 million compensation package for their unfair termination.
Malaysia's human trafficking rescue numbers have fallen significantly since 2023, dropping from 70 victims to just four by May 2025, according to government data. Officials credit enforcement efforts but caution that unreported cases may mask the true scale.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged robust action against the exploitation of Bangladeshi migrant workers, acknowledging their indispensable contribution to Malaysia's economic functioning and workforce sustainability.
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Malaysia and Bangladesh have pledged to eliminate exploitation of migrant workers, with both prime ministers calling for transparent recruitment and stronger welfare protections for foreign labourers and their families.
Two married couples previously detained in connection with a viral maid abuse video have been rearrested in Johor Baru following fresh complaints from two additional domestic workers alleging mistreatment.