Nasi kandar chain shells out RM221K in settlement for illicit Astro broadcasts
Thaqwa (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd faces a lawsuit for breaching subscription agreements on unauthorised use of smart cards, decoder boxes and more.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Astro's 1Q net profit up 14.1 pct to RM17 mln
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd's net profit rose to RM17 million in the first quarter ended April 30, 2024 (1Q) from RM15.89 million in the same period a year ago.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Astro secures RM400 mil term loan facility from SMBC
The term loan is available for multiple drawdowns and the first drawdown shall be made within 3 months from the date of the Facility Agreement.
Mon Aug 14 2023
Astro appoints Euan Daryl Smith as GCEO-designate
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd has appointed Euan Daryl Smith as group chief executive officer(GCEO)-designate with immediate effect.
Mon Sep 26 2022
Media kept 'overweight' despite 'butterfly effect' fears over merging of streaming services by US media giants
CGS-CIMB has raised concerns about the "butterfly effect" on the local entertainment companies that offer SVOD services.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Astro to invest more on local content, streaming services - Group COO
Euan Smith said the company aims to make Astro an "incredibly effective machine," offering the best content via the right products.
Mon Sep 12 2022
MACC still investigating ex-Astro CEO case
MACC is still investigating the case involving former Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd group CEO Datuk Rohana Rozhan in connection with the US$10 million allegedly received from Tim Leissner.
Wed Apr 13 2022
ASTRO posts RM127mn PATAMI in Q4FY22, 20% Q-O-Q
ADEX 56%, lifted by economic recovery and resumption of signature productions.
Thu Mar 31 2022
Astro unveils Netflix streaming in its new subscription packs
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd officially unveiled its All-New Astro Experience, enabling customers to stream Netflix and enjoy better value and savings with new subscription packs.
Tue Nov 09 2021
TM, Astro collaborate to deliver high quality digital experience
TM and Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd's wholly-owned subsidiary, MEASAT Broadcast Network Systems today inked deals to collaborate in delivering high-quality digital experience to all Malaysians.
Wed Sep 29 2021
MEASAT-3 outage: Telecommunication, broadcasting services restored - MCMC
Telecommunication and broadcasting services that were disrupted since June 21 following MEASAT-3 satellite technical issues have been restored, said the MCMC.
Thu Jun 24 2021
Astro customers will soon enjoy Netflix on Ultrabox and Ultibox
Astro customers will enjoy access to watch Netflix via Ultrabox, immediately after the collaboration is launched and via Ultibox.
Thu Jun 24 2021
Outage at Astro's satellite provider, affected channels being restored
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd's satellite provider MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn Bhd experienced an outage from this afternoon and Astro is working to address the issue.
Mon Jun 21 2021
Astro, Axiata, Pos Malaysia, Careplus named best company for investor relations
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd, Axiata Group Bhd, Pos Malaysia Bhd and Careplus Group Bhd have been named Best Company for Investor Relations at the virtual 10th MIRA IR Awards 2020.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Astro Q3 net profit falls to RM164.53 mln
Astro Malaysia Holding's Bhd's net profit for the third quarter (Q3) ended Sept 30, 2020, fell to RM164.53 million from RM170.85 million in the same quarter last year.
Thu Dec 03 2020
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024