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8/29/2014
One big family in Malaysia

The unique Malaysian culture of calling one another abang, anneh and taiko has been captured in several Merdeka video ads, receiving a resounding thumbs up from social media users. <p>

The funny and heart-warming messages in the videos struck a chord with many Malaysians, leading ...

8/28/2014
Ex-British envoy to Malaysia dies

Former British High Commissioner to Malaysia Simon Featherstone has died after a year-long illness. He served as high commissioner here from October 2010 to May this year.

8/28/2014
Don't derail our education system

I REFER to the importance of emphasising English (“Society can benefit from policy change” — NST, Aug 22 ) in our national education system. The education of our children has been defined by three developments, which have affected the quality of the learning process over the pas...

8/28/2014
Indonesian Christian free after Islamic court lifts khalwat conviction

Convicted of khalwat, Indonesian Christian Halimah wept tears of joy after the Penang Shariah Court finally freed her today of the close proximity charge which had been hanging over her head for the past two years.

8/26/2014
Shining example of integrity, accountability

IS this “the first of its kind” event in Malaysia? Whether it is or not, it is an occasion of pride that a Malaysian corporate leader has emulated the highest level of integrity and accountability (normally seen in developed countries).

8/25/2014
PM unveils measures to relax entry visas

Malaysia will allow investors, fund managers and business visitors from Asean countries, China and India to apply for five-year multiple entry visas (MEV) by the end of the year.

8/24/2014
‘Travel ban is for stubborn defaulters’

The Inland Revenue Board will not immediately penalise small-time tax defaulters, reassured Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Chua Tee Yong.

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8/31/2014
Singapore boost for Starhill Global Reit's Q2 earnings

YTL Starhill Global chairman Francis Yeoh said: "Tourist arrivals in Singapore have been affected by recent regional events.

"Despite this, our portfolio in Singapore continued to perform well, reflecting the quality of the assets as well ...

8/28/2014
YTL Corp Records Full-Year Revenue of RM19.2 Billion (US$6.1 Billion)
Profit for the Period Jumps 40% to RM2.6 Billion (US$818 Million)
YTL Corp Declares 9.5 sen Interim Dividend, YTL Power Declares 10.0 sen Interim Dividend, YTL e-Solutions Declares 4.0 sen Interim Dividend

YTL Group Managing Director Tan Sri Dato’ (Dr) Francis Yeoh Sock Ping, CBE, FICE, said, “The Group recorded a 40.4% increase in profit for the period and a 20.8% increase in net profit attributable to shareholders on the back of RM19.2...

8/26/2014
YES & Samsung collaborate on new IT system to assist in Palliative Care provision

“Having the largest 4G footprint in Malaysia, we are uniquely qualified to power the next generation of digital healthcare in the country. The Huddle makes an excellent mobile companion for the Samsung GALAXY Tab S so that Hospis Malaysia st...

8/25/2014
Yes 4G Offers The All-New, Intel-Powered Acer Iconia One 7 Tablet For Free In An Exclusive Early Bird Bundle Plan

“Having built the largest nationwide 4G footprint in Malaysia, we provide one of the most advanced converged mobile services to more than 85% population across the country. With our 4G devices such as the Huddle XS as well as our innovative ...

8/18/2014
''1 Murid, 1 Chromebook'' Programme Launched to Bring Internet-enabled Learning to 122 Students and Teachers in Pulau Ketam

Wing K. Lee, Chief Executive Officer of YTL Communications expressed his support for the “1 Murid, 1 Chromebook” programme. He said, “At YTL, we have been championing the use of Internet technology to enable next generation of le...

8/18/2014
UOB: Surprising Strength In Orchard

UOB maintains BUY recommendation on YTL's Starhill Global REIT and target price of S$0.93, based on the dividend discount model (required rate of return: 7.0%, terminal growth: 1.8%)

8/11/2014
OCBC: YTL's Starhill Global REIT Portfolio Strengthens Again

OCBC remains positive on YTL's Starhill Global REIT growth potential and strong financial position. Maintain BUY and S$0.90 fair value on SGREIT.

8/7/2014
YTL Hotels' Niseko Village launches Kasara Niseko Village Townhouse & The Village

Niseko Village’s development of luxury residences and retail, dining and entertainment experiences are set to take Asia’s hottest integrated mountain resort to even greater heights.

Luke Hurford, YTL Hotels’ Vice Presiden...

8/7/2014
Summertime brings exciting adventures at Niseko Village, Asia's premier mountain resort

Summertime, and the living is made more sublime with the myriad of exciting adventures available at YTL Hotels’ Niseko Village, the region’s top ski resort.

8/6/2014
A trip to remember

TWO Malaysians, Ameerul Affandy Aly and Muhammad Faris Muhammad Lokman were on cloud nine during the recent World Cup finals, having spent some time in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The two won tickets for the once-in-a-lifetime experience throu...

8/5/2014
YTL's Lot 10 Hutong gives a taste of history

The New York Times listed Lot 10 Hutong as one of “Asia’s Top Odysseys” while celebrity chef Martin Yan was highly impressed with its localised concept. It also captured the attention of world-renowned celebrity food critic, author, TV producer and media host Chua Lam, who was so impressed ...

8/4/2014
UBS: YTL's Starhill Global REIT shows stable performance in a challenging quarter

UBS Global Research maintains Buy rating on YTL's Starhill Global REIT with a DCF-derived price target of S$0.89 which assumes a 2.6% risk free rate.