KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) — PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad (PDB) today announced an 8 per cent increase in pre-tax profit to RM783.0 million for the first half of financial year 2025 (1H FY2025), compared to RM722.9 million in the corresponding period last year. The stronger performance was underpinned by the Company’s…

GEORGE TOWN, Aug 25 (Bernama) — The fourth edition of the Penang Heritage Photography Fiesta concluded on a high note, awarding 17 prizes worth RM70,000 to outstanding photography and videography participants while championing conservation of Penang’s green heritage. This year’s theme, Capturing Penang’s Green Heritage and Nature challenged participants to portray…

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Aug 25 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a rare example of a lifelong bond between a patient and a healthcare institution, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has continued to support a patient since infancy, providing 22 years of continuous care for a rare genetic…

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug 22 (Bernama) — Tek Securities (Labuan) Ltd. (TEK) today announced the launch of the world’s first Climate Sukuk that features carbon credits as a profit payout, a groundbreaking financial instrument structured to support global climate initiatives. The launch was formalized through an engagement letter with Unity Group…

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) — In conjunction with this year’s National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations, PETRONAS proudly presents ‘With All Our Hearts’, a film that reflects on the enduring significance of the Rukun Negara as a pledge that unites all Malaysians.   Directed by Ismail Kamarul, well-known for his work on various PETRONAS…

BANGALORE, India, Aug 22 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — L&T Technology Services (BSE: 540115, NSE: LTTS), announced the launch of PLxAI, the Company’s proprietary GenAI-based framework to accelerate the Product Development Life Cycle for its global clients across Mobility, Sustainability, and Tech. Developed by vastly experienced PDLC SMEs, the framework uses a combination of Generative…

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) — Malaysia has clearly risen above the current geopolitically challenging landscape and maintained its position as an attractive investment destination in the region. The country secured RM190.3 billion in approved investments during the first half of 2025 (1H 2025), an 18.7% increase year-on-year. A total of 3,011 projects…

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) — In conjunction with Malaysia’s 68th Merdeka celebration, the Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia (BIM) proudly congratulates Prof. ChM Dr. Juan Joon Ching, who has been re-elected as President of BIM for the 2025–2027 term. Prof. Juan which represents the Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM) and a distinguished Professor…

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Aug 22 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Masdar has been assigned an ‘AA-’ credit rating with a stable outlook by S&P Global Ratings, reinforcing its position as a global clean energy leader. This new rating reflects Masdar’s diversified global position, strong growth prospects, and disciplined financial policies, including…