Corporate News

Willowglen's unit bags RM86.5mil contract from LTA

KUALA LUMPUR: Willowglen MSC Bhd's wholly-owned unit, Willowglen Services Pte Ltd, has secured a contract worth RM86.5 million from Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) to replace the expressway traffic and communications system.

Squash

Darren celebrates birthday by storming into second round of Tuanku Muhriz Trophy

PETALING JAYA: National squash player Darren Pragasam marked his birthday with a winning start at the Tuanku Muhriz Trophy Wednesday (Aug 27).

Bangladesh

Bangladesh police warn of 'crisis' as rape cases surge

DHAKA: Bangladesh's leading women's rights group reported on Wednesday (Aug 27) a dramatic surge in rape cases it blamed on worsening security, with police calling the general law and order situation a "crisis".

Banking

Affin eyes RM1bil credit card receivables in ‘shortest possible time’

KUALA LUMPUR: Affin Bank Bhd has joined hands with Marriott International Inc to "ride the wave of growth" from Malaysia's tourism and hospitality rebound, with a target to double its credit card receivables to RM1bil within 12 months, while Marriott expands its footprint in the country ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026.

Badminton

Mathias marks return from ban by shocking China's world No. 1 with partner Boje

PETALING JAYA: Danish shuttler Mathias Christiansen has returned stronger than ever after a one-year ban from competitions due to a doping offence.

Nation

Local airlines to be prioritised in Subang Airport, says Loke

KUALA LUMPUR: Local airlines will be prioritised for vacant slots at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Corporate News

Berjaya Food sinks deeper into the red in FY25

KUALA LUMPUR: Berjaya Food Bhd (BFood), which posted a wider net loss for the financial year ended June 30, 2025 (FY25), said it remains committed to creating long-term value in the year ahead through innovation, digital transformation and stronger customer engagement.

Technology

Analysis-Investors worry Trump's Intel deal kicks off era of US industrial policy

(Reuters) -The U.S. government's new stake in Intel is making some investors nervous that President Donald Trump's deal heralds an era of government meddling in private industry, particularly as the arrangement followed Trump's call for the resignation of the computer chip maker's CEO.

Business

Ringgit ends lower against greenback ahead of US inflation data this Friday

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit extended its loss to end lower against the greenback on Wednesday ahead of key US inflation data.

Nation

Govt backbencher has reservations over Govt Procurement Bill, says should not be passed in a rush

KUALA LUMPUR: A government backbencher has expressed strong reservation over the Government Procurement Bill 2025, saying it contains many weaknesses and should not be passed in a rushed manner.

Beauty

Lips, love and fillers? How beauty ideals and trends shape the way we kiss

Plump lips are seen as sensual and desirable, and many people seek beauty treatment to enhance the look of their mouths. But is it safe?

Badminton

Jun Hao suffers heartbreak in Paris after losing in second round

PETALING JAYA: Men's singles shuttler Leong Jun Hao's campaign in the World Championships came to an end after he suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Japan's Kenta Nishimoto in the second round.

South Korea

Influencer claims US$10mil win over Buldak noodles that made her sick. Samyang says it never happened

SEOUL: A Canadian influencer has stirred controversy after claiming she developed a stomach ulcer from eating Samyang Foods' flagship Buldak noodles and won a US$10.8 million lawsuit against the company.

Nation

Education Ministry to conduct random spot-checks at schools to curb bullying

KUALA LUMPUR: Random spot-checks will now be conducted at all schools, including at night, in an effort to crack down on bullying among students, says Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh.

Nation

Fuel prices Aug 28-Sept 3: Diesel, RON97 up 3sen, RON95 unchanged

KUALA LUMPUR: The retail price of diesel and RON97 petrol in Peninsular Malaysia will be increased by 3sen per litre from Aug 28 to Sept 3.

Corporate News

Guan Chong’s 2Q profit falls 28% to RM48.2mil

KUALA LUMPUR: Guan Chong Bhd, which posted a 28% drop in net profit for the second quarter ended June 30 (2Q25), said it will continue to focus on its core cocoa ingredient processing business.

Nation

Govt Procurement Bill will curb corruption, stop leakages of public funds, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: The Government Procurement Bill 2025 places full accountability on any party conducting procurement using public funds, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

China

China says hopes US will welcome more Chinese students

BEIJING: China said on Wednesday (Aug 27) it hopes the United States will welcome more Chinese students, after President Donald Trump said he intended to allow 600,000 students to enter the country.

Nation

Plans to interlink KLIA 1, 2 in the works for passenger convenience, says Loke

KUALA LUMPUR: Plans to develop a seamless experience for passengers with connecting flights between KL International Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are on the cards, says Anthony Loke.

Nation

E-commerce revenue hit RM625bil in first half of 2025, says Domestic Trade Ministry

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's e-commerce sector recorded RM625bil in revenue in the first half of 2025, a RM13.5bil increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry.