The government is keeping a close eye on the potential impact of El Nino.

The Prime Minister says he wants grassroots-level preparation strengthened, and for more public engagement to be held to improve understanding about the weather phenomenon. 

Meanwhile, the Economy Ministry is preparing for the potential effect of El Nino on the economy and public services.

This, after past El Nino events led to things like school closures due to high temperatures…. and a drop in palm oil production.

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Unemployed graduates in the country are struggling with a lack of soft-skills during the job interview process.

The Public Service Department says its identified this as an area that needs rectifying, to help improve the employability and marketability of graduates.

This, as more employers emphasize communication skills, command of the English language and even self-confidence…in addition to academic qualifications.

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The white aftermarket car lights – which has become trendy recently – are not JPJ-approved.

The Transport Ministry says authorities are now studying the impact of this modification, with action to be taken if the lights are found to be unsafe or disruptive to other road users.

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In other news…

Two Malaysian UN peacekeepers have been injured but are in stable condition, after their convoy was hit by an airstrike in Lebanon.

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Police have arrested a motorcyclist, who allegedly attacked another biker with a meat cleaver following a dispute along the Federal Highway near Petaling Jaya yesterday.

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The Federal Territories Minister says efforts are underway to gazette more green zones in KL while also ensuring that these spaces are conducive for public use.

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And, president Donald Trump claims that the US and Iran could sign a peace deal as soon as this weekend to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.