The country’s rice supply is stable, despite the ongoing West Asia conflict.

The Agriculture and Food Security Ministry says there’s no need for hoarding or panic buying, as there’s adequate supply until at least the end of the year.

It’s calling on consumers to stick to their regular amount, warning that panic buying will only create a false perception of shortages, even when rice supplies are sufficient.

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In a related development, the Fisheries Department says supplies remain unaffected by the West Asia crisis.

It explained that fishing operations are continuing normally, while there are also enough stockpiles.

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Private companies looking to allow flexible work arrangements for their staff, need to do so in an orderly manner and based on clear guidelines.

The HR Ministry says this is to continue ensuring that the rights and welfare of employees are protected.

It also warned that employers cannot arbitrarily cut staff salaries or benefits when they implement flexible work, unless there is a new agreement involving changes to overall working hours.

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Technical and Vocational Education and Training is increasingly becoming the first choice among students, instead of merely a backup option.

The Education Ministry says there’s been a surge in applications to over 58 thousand this year…far above the existing capacity of around 18 thousand.

It attributed this shift to rising demand for TVET graduates in the industry…with employability reaching an impressive 99 percent.

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In other news…

The Foreign Ministry wants to review the terms of deployment for Malaysia’s UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, amid the worsening situation there due to attacks by Israel.

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And, ten areas across Selangor, Perak, Kelantan, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan and Johor are currently under a Level 1 heat advisory.