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
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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024