Sarawak — our new solar frontier
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Sarawak is emerging as Malaysia's new solar frontier, drawing major renewable energy (RE) players from the peninsula – where most solar rollout activity has taken place – and unlocking a fresh wave of green investment. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/20/sarawak--our-new-solar-frontier)
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Sarawak is emerging as Malaysia's new solar frontier, drawing major renewable energy (RE) players from the peninsula – where most solar rollout activity has taken place – and unlocking a fresh wave of green investment. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/20/sarawak--our-new-solar-frontier)
Relief centre opened in Pontian, shelters 57 flash flood victims
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Relief centre opened in Pontian, shelters 57 flash flood victims
JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 57 people from 21 families in the Pontian district have been relocated to a temporary relief centre following flash floods earlier on Sunday (Oct 19)
Thunderstorm warning issued for eight states as well as KL and Putrajaya
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Thunderstorm warning issued for eight states as well as KL and Putrajaya
KUALA LUMPUR: Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected across eight states as well as Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, with warnings in effect until 9am on Monday (Oct 20).
Man killed in three-vehicle crash in Jempol
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Man killed in three-vehicle crash in Jempol
SEREMBAN: A man was killed in a three-vehicle collision at KM 13, Jalan Bahau-Rompin, Jempol, near here on Sunday (Oct 19).
Thunderstorm warning issued for four states including Perlis and Kedah
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Thunderstorm warning issued for four states including Perlis and Kedah
KUALA LUMPUR: Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected across four states, with warnings in effect until noon on Monday (Oct 20)
Sarawak open to feedback to improve services, help the people, says Dr Juanda
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Sarawak open to feedback to improve services, help the people, says Dr Juanda
SIBU: The Sarawak government is always open to receiving feedback that could improve public service delivery and address issues that affect the well-being of the people, says Deputy Minister in the Premier's Department (Integrity and Ombudsman) Datuk Dr Juanda…
Dozens injured in Kulim firecracker mishap
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Dozens injured in Kulim firecracker mishap
ALOR SETAR: A man was seriously injured while 21 others, including a Bangladeshi national, sustained minor injuries after firecrackers exploded along Jalan Paya Besar in Kulim in the early hours of Deepavali.
Border agency must balance service and security, says Lee Lam Thye
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Border agency must balance service and security, says Lee Lam Thye
KUALA LUMPUR: The Border Control and Protection Agency should balance facilitating smooth entry into the country with being firm in preventing threats, according to Alliance for a Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.
Graft claims against PBS leaders an election tactic, says party info chief Joniston
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Graft claims against PBS leaders an election tactic, says party info chief Joniston
KOTA KINABALU: Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) has called on its members to remain focused and not be swayed by politically motivated allegations targeting the party's leadership.
Two men arrested over Penang double murder, weapon found in back of house
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Two men arrested over a murder of mother, daughter in Penang
GEORGE TOWN: The police arrested two men in connection with the murder of a woman and her daughter at their rented home in Kampung Sekolah Juru here, on Saturday (Oct 18).
Indonesian singer and politician Krisdayanti bags silver in World Kungfu Championships
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Indonesian singer and politician Krisdayanti bags silver in World Kungfu Championships
Renowned Indonesian singer Krisdayanti has made history by winning a silver medal in the Women's Single Weapon Routines at the 10th World Kungfu Championships held in Emeishan, China.
Sarawak to table ownership policy at 2026 state budget sitting next month, says Abang Johari
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Sarawak to table ownership policy at 2026 state budget sitting next month, says Abang Johari
KUCHING: The Sarawak government will table the State Ownership Policy during the tabling of the State Budget 2026 at the State Legislative Assembly sitting next month, says Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
Oil Settles at 5-month low as supply glut fears mount
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/oil-settles-at-5-month-low-as-supply-glut-fears-mount
HOUSTON: Oil prices settled at their lowest since early May on Monday as investors weighed a potential global glut, with U.S.-China trade tensions adding to concerns about an economic slowdown and weaker energy demand. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/oil-settles-at-5-month-low-as-supply-glut-fears-mount)
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HOUSTON: Oil prices settled at their lowest since early May on Monday as investors weighed a potential global glut, with U.S.-China trade tensions adding to concerns about an economic slowdown and weaker energy demand. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/oil-settles-at-5-month-low-as-supply-glut-fears-mount)
Trading ideas: Bursa Malaysia, EcoWorld, Capital A, Solarvest, Berjaya, Chin Hin, PTT Synergy, Mestron, AGX, Jentayu, Rohas, Bintai, Sedania, THMY
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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malaysia. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/trading-ideas-bursa-malaysia-ecoworld-capital-a-solarvest-berjaya-chin-hin-ptt-synergy-mestron-agx-jentayu-rohas-bintai-sedania-thmy)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Corporate Malaysia. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/trading-ideas-bursa-malaysia-ecoworld-capital-a-solarvest-berjaya-chin-hin-ptt-synergy-mestron-agx-jentayu-rohas-bintai-sedania-thmy)
FBM KLCI rises after Deepavali break
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI rebounded after the holiday weekend on the back of Wall Street's optimism over corporate earnings. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/fbm-klci-rises-after-deepavali-break)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI rebounded after the holiday weekend on the back of Wall Street's optimism over corporate earnings. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/fbm-klci-rises-after-deepavali-break)
Ringgit opens higher against US$
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar, amid the United States (US) government shutdown and trade tensions with China, an analyst said. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/ringgit-opens-higher-against-us)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar, amid the United States (US) government shutdown and trade tensions with China, an analyst said. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/ringgit-opens-higher-against-us)
US banks hunting for collateral to back US$20bil Argentina bailout, WSJ reports
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A GROUP of U.S. banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, is hesitant to lend $20 billion to Argentina without guarantees or collateral, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/us-banks-hunting-for-collateral-to-back-us20bil-argentina-bailout-wsj-reports)
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A GROUP of U.S. banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, is hesitant to lend $20 billion to Argentina without guarantees or collateral, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/us-banks-hunting-for-collateral-to-back-us20bil-argentina-bailout-wsj-reports)
MIDA secures RM7.3bil potential green investments at IGEM 2025
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/mida-secures-rm73bil-potential-green-investments-at-igem-2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has secured RM7.3 billion potential green investments during the International Greentech and Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2025. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/mida-secures-rm73bil-potential-green-investments-at-igem-2025)
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KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has secured RM7.3 billion potential green investments during the International Greentech and Eco Products Exhibition and Conference Malaysia (IGEM) 2025. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/mida-secures-rm73bil-potential-green-investments-at-igem-2025)
Vantris Energy JV inks diving support services contract with Saudi Aramco
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/vantris-energy-inks-diving-support-services-contract-with-saudi-aramco
KUALA LUMPUR: Vantris Energy Bhd, formerly known as Sapura Energy Bhd, said its joint venture company Rawabi Sapura Limited Company has secured a "Tanajib diving support services" contract from Saudi Aramco. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/vantris-energy-inks-diving-support-services-contract-with-saudi-aramco)
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KUALA LUMPUR: Vantris Energy Bhd, formerly known as Sapura Energy Bhd, said its joint venture company Rawabi Sapura Limited Company has secured a "Tanajib diving support services" contract from Saudi Aramco. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2025/10/21/vantris-energy-inks-diving-support-services-contract-with-saudi-aramco)
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