Family claims body of fatally stabbed student
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Family claims body of fatally stabbed student
PETALING JAYA: The body of the female student who was fatally stabbed at a secondary school on Tuesday (Oct 14) has been claimed by her family.
MCMC urges public to refrain from sharing victim's photos in school stabbing incident
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MCMC urges public to refrain from sharing victim's photos in school stabbing incident
KUALA LUMPUR: Do not spread photos of the victim in the school stabbing incident, warns the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).
KLCI edges up amid cautious optimism and mixed Wall Street cues
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI rose in early trade on Wednesday, shrugging off mixed performances on Wall Street overnight as investors remained cautiously optimistic ahead of key economic events. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/klci-edges-up-amid-cautious-optimism-and-mixed-wall-street-cues)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI rose in early trade on Wednesday, shrugging off mixed performances on Wall Street overnight as investors remained cautiously optimistic ahead of key economic events. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/klci-edges-up-amid-cautious-optimism-and-mixed-wall-street-cues)
Police await DPP’s decision on alleged gang rape case at Melaka school
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Police await DPP’s decision on alleged gang rape case at Melaka school
JASIN: The investigation paper on the alleged sexual assault involving four Form Five male students against a Form Three female student at a secondary school in Alor Gajah has been referred to the Deputy Public Prosecutor (DPP).
No child should feel unsafe in schools, says Unicef
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No child should feel unsafe in schools, says Unicef
KUALA LUMPUR: No child should feel unsafe, especially in a place of learning, says Unicef, expressing deep concern over recent violent incidents in schools.
Suspect harboured romantic feelings towards victim, says S'gor top cop
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Suspect harboured romantic feelings towards victim, says S'gor top cop
SHAH ALAM: The 14-year-old male student who allegedly fatally stabbed his 16-year-old schoolmate at SMK Bandar Utama 4, is believed to have secretly harboured romantic feelings towards the victim.
Stop sharing photos, videos connected to fatal student stabbing, says Selangor top cop
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Stop sharing photos, videos connected to fatal student stabbing, says Selangor top cop
SHAH ALAM: Stop sharing photos and videos connected to the fatal stabbing incident at SMK Bandar Utama 4, says Selangor police chief Comm Datuk Shazeli Kahar.
Fahmi launches Nadi on wheels in Sabah, expanding connectivity to rural communities
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Fahmi launches Nadi on wheels in Sabah, expanding connectivity to rural communities
SINDUMIN: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil on Wednesday (Oct 15) launched the Nadi on Wheels (NOW) programme in Sabah in conjunction with the Sindumin National Information Dissemination Centre (Nadi) Community Day celebration here.
Insights Analytics’ IPO public portion oversubscribed 53.6 times
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KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak-based technology solutions provider, Insights Analytics Bhd's initial public offering (IPO) for the public portion has been oversubscribed by 53.62 times. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/insights-analytics-ipo-public-portion-oversubscribed-536-times)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak-based technology solutions provider, Insights Analytics Bhd's initial public offering (IPO) for the public portion has been oversubscribed by 53.62 times. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/insights-analytics-ipo-public-portion-oversubscribed-536-times)
Genting Malaysia submits final bid materials for New York casino licence
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KUALA LUMPUR: Genting Malaysia Bhd's indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Genting New York LLC (GENNY), has submitted supplemental application materials to the New York Gaming Facility Location Board (NYGFB) for the final evaluation of its bid for a Downstate New York commercial casino licence. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/genting-malaysia-submits-final-bid-materials-for-new-york-casino-licence)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Genting Malaysia Bhd's indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Genting New York LLC (GENNY), has submitted supplemental application materials to the New York Gaming Facility Location Board (NYGFB) for the final evaluation of its bid for a Downstate New York commercial casino licence. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/genting-malaysia-submits-final-bid-materials-for-new-york-casino-licence)
Ringgit seen rising to RM3.93 against greenback by mid-2026 as reforms bolster confidence
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian ringgit is expected to rise to RM3.93 against the US dollar by mid-2026, supported by solid domestic economic fundamentals, fiscal reforms, and a softer greenback, said MARC Ratings Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/ringgit-seen-rising-to-rm393-against-greenback-by-mid-2026-as-reforms-bolster-confidence)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian ringgit is expected to rise to RM3.93 against the US dollar by mid-2026, supported by solid domestic economic fundamentals, fiscal reforms, and a softer greenback, said MARC Ratings Bhd. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/ringgit-seen-rising-to-rm393-against-greenback-by-mid-2026-as-reforms-bolster-confidence)
Labubu keeps on striking the right chord
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APPLE CEO Tim Cook's unexpected appearance at Pop Mart's 10th anniversary showcase in China this week sparked both social media buzz and a stock rally. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/labubu-keeps-on-striking-the-right-chord)
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APPLE CEO Tim Cook's unexpected appearance at Pop Mart's 10th anniversary showcase in China this week sparked both social media buzz and a stock rally. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/labubu-keeps-on-striking-the-right-chord)
FBM KLCI edges higher amid mixed market sentiments
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI edged higher at midday, supported by broad gains amid lingering external uncertainties. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-edges-higher-amid-mixed-market-sentiments)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI edged higher at midday, supported by broad gains amid lingering external uncertainties. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-edges-higher-amid-mixed-market-sentiments)
RT Pastry eyes ACE Market listing for expansion
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PETALING JAYA: RT Pastry Holdings Bhd is eyeing a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/rt-pastry-eyes-ace-market-listing-for-expansion)
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PETALING JAYA: RT Pastry Holdings Bhd is eyeing a listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/rt-pastry-eyes-ace-market-listing-for-expansion)
Coastal Contracts secures RM12.8mil liftboat charter deal
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PETALING JAYA: Coastal Contracts Bhd's subsidiary Elite Point Pte Ltd (EPPL) has secured a new liftboat charter contract worth RM12.8mil, following the expiry of the original contract. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/coastal-contracts-secures-rm128mil-liftboat-charter-deal)
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PETALING JAYA: Coastal Contracts Bhd's subsidiary Elite Point Pte Ltd (EPPL) has secured a new liftboat charter contract worth RM12.8mil, following the expiry of the original contract. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/coastal-contracts-secures-rm128mil-liftboat-charter-deal)
Crest Builder wins RM24mil serviced apartments job
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PETALING JAYA: Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has received two letters of awards from Quantum Quest Sdn Bhd for the development of service apartments in Kuala Lumpur, worth RM23.93mil. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/crest-builder-wins-rm24mil-serviced-apartments-job)
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PETALING JAYA: Crest Builder Holdings Bhd has received two letters of awards from Quantum Quest Sdn Bhd for the development of service apartments in Kuala Lumpur, worth RM23.93mil. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/crest-builder-wins-rm24mil-serviced-apartments-job)
FBM KLCI almost flat amidst regional market optimism
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI snapped its losing streak to end almost flat on Wednesday, supported by optimism across regional markets. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-almost-flat-amidst-regional-market-optimism)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI snapped its losing streak to end almost flat on Wednesday, supported by optimism across regional markets. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/fbm-klci-almost-flat-amidst-regional-market-optimism)
MR D.I.Y. Thailand eyes RM730mil IPO to fund expansion plans
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PETALING JAYA: MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Co Ltd is set to raise as much as 5.63 billion baht, or approximately RM730mil, through an initial public offering (IPO) later this month as it accelerates expansion across Thailand. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/mr-diy-thailand-eyes-rm730mil-ipo-to-fund-expansion-plans)
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PETALING JAYA: MR. D.I.Y. Holding (Thailand) Public Co Ltd is set to raise as much as 5.63 billion baht, or approximately RM730mil, through an initial public offering (IPO) later this month as it accelerates expansion across Thailand. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/15/mr-diy-thailand-eyes-rm730mil-ipo-to-fund-expansion-plans)
Budget 2026: Slight increase for Health Ministry's allocation not enough, says Dr Wee
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Budget 2026: Slight increase for Health Ministry's allocation not enough, says Dr Wee
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry's increased 2026 allocation of RM46.5bil from RM45.3bil, would not be enough to match the government's plan to increase public healthcare doctor salaries while hiring thousands more new ones, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong…
Senior citizen loses RM152,000 to Macau scam
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Senior citizen loses RM152,000 to Macau scam
KOTA TINGGI: A local senior citizen claimed she was cheated out of RM152,000 by a Macau scam syndicate in July this year.