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Corporate News
TM poised for higher dividend yields
PETALING JAYA: Shareholders of Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) will have better return on equity (ROE) visibility after the company last Friday announced a revised dividend payout ratio (DPR) of a minimum of 75% of profit after tax and minority interest (Patami) payable on a quarterly basis.
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Metro News
Resorts lend helping hand to Batu Ferringhi fire survivors
THE blackened ruins from the devastating fire that tore through Kampung Din Manbo in Batu Ferringhi, Penang, have mostly been cleared.
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Economy
WRP case highlights glove industry strain
PETALING JAYA: Despite the unsettling mid-April 2026 winding down of WRP Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd's operations, MBSB Research remains cautiously optimistic about the glove sector.
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Metro News
Bandar Perda monsoon canal, pond to be restored
A RM5.9mil rehabilitation project for the monsoon canal and pond at Taman Upcycle in Bandar Perda is being undertaken as part of a water restoration initiative.
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Letters
Time for results-oriented action on floods
FROM MOHIDEEN ABDUL KADER President Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP)
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Nation
The Negri saga goes from bad to worse
PETALING JAYA: They say it never rains, but it pours. That seems true of Negri Sembilan.
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Metro News
Running for dignity, care of palliative patients
A charity run has raised RM415,000 to support the services and outreach efforts of a palliative care non-governmental organisation in Penang.
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Metro News
Perfume purchase wins sports car at campaign
INDONESIAN James Robert was surprised when he received a call informing that he has been selected as one of the four finalist of Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd's (MAHB) "Licence to Win" (LTW) 2025 campaign.
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Corporate News
Low impact on TNB from energy price hike
PETALING JAYA: The impact of the increase in energy prices following the Middle East conflict on Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) and other power producers has been minimal, as these are passed on to end users via the monthly Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA) mechanism.
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Metro News
SPI’s class of ’86 gather for reunion, book launch
EACH year, former students of St Paul's Institution (SPI) in Seremban, Negri Sembilan, gather to strengthen bonds, some formed since primary school.
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Cycling
World Cup champ Azizul mulls over calls to pedal all the way to LA2028
PETALING JAYA: It is no simple decision.
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Pinang Points
Choosing governance for long-term sustainability
AS Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow approaches his eighth year in office next month, his leadership legacy is increasingly defined by his willingness to make difficult and often unpopular decisions.
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Markets
Earnings stumble as IT gauge hits 22‑month low
MUMBAI: Earnings from India's bellwether software services exporters have reinforced investor concerns about the sector's growth prospects, signalling that the downturn in their stocks has further to run.
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Corporate News
Cropmate shares drop as MACC freezes accounts
PETALING JAYA: Cropmate Bhd's shares fell yesterday, after the fertiliser manufacturer disclosed that certain bank accounts belonging to the company and its subsidiary had been frozen by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).
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Corporate News
Padini fundamentals intact amid MACC probe
PETALING JAYA: Shares of garment retailer Padini Holdings Bhd, which saw volatile trading and selling pressure yesterday, closed at down 11 sen to RM1.44 with 31.8 million shares traded.
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Cycling
Harrie hails Pocket Rocketman, backs another Olympic run
PETALING JAYA: Dutch cycling legend Harrie Lavreysen paid tribute to Azizulhasni Awang's longevity and determination, and hopes to see the Malaysian veteran make another Olympic appearance.
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Metro News
Push for Penang masters athletes to go for gold
THE newly elected president of Penang Masters Athletics Association (PMAA) is incentivising member participation and excellence at two upcoming competitions.
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Letters
Blueprint for youth online safety
FROM THULASY SUPPIAH Kuala Lumpur The writer is a senior lawyer focusing on artificial intelligence, data centres, and cybersecurity.
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Focus
Quest for an off-ramp in the Middle East conflict
The diplomatic window remains open even as both sides seem to harden their positions.
