Forbes billionaires 2023: Here's Malaysia's top 5
With notable names maintaining their positions and new entrants making a strong impact, Malaysia's billionaires continue to make headlines.
Thu Jun 01 2023
Astro Malaysia upgraded by several research houses
Following the release of Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhads (Astro) third quarter results, a few research houses have upgraded the stock of Malaysia's only satellite broadcasted
Thu Dec 06 2018
Robert Kuok retains top spot on 2016 Forbes Malaysia Rich List
The 'Sugar King' occupies the top spot on the 2016 Forbes Malaysia Rich List for the 11th straight year with a net worth of US$10 billion.
Thu Feb 25 2016
High Court throws out dyslexic student's suit over UPSR leaks
Ananda Krishnan Menon, 13, was instead told to pay RM3,000 to the Malaysian Examination Board and the Government as costs.
Thu Apr 02 2015
UPSR leaks: Feb 17 hearing for application to strike out dyslexic student's suit
Last Oct 13, Ananda Krishnan Menon filed a suit against the Government and Examination Board, citing negligence in conducting last year's UPSR exam and caused him to have to resit several papers.
Fri Jan 16 2015
Robert Kuok leads M'sian richest people list for the ninth time in a row
Malaysian billionaire, Robert Kuok once again led the list of the richest people in Malaysia for the ninth time in a row.
Fri Feb 28 2014
Malaysia now has 14 billionaires on Forbes list
Robert Kuok remains Malaysias richest person with a fortune of US$12.5 billion, according to the latest Forbes rich list.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Robert Kuok, Ananda Krishnan maintain top spots among 40 richest Malaysians
Robert Kuok is still the richest man in Malaysia with a wealth of RM46.1 billion, up 0.88 per cent from last year's RM45.7 billion, followed by businessman Ananda Krishnan and Tan Sri Teh Hong Piow.
Sat Feb 16 2013
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024