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BY YVONNE TAN and GURMEET KAURPETALING JAYA: While it will remain challenging for banks amid the global economic uncertainty, bankers are optimistic that the sector will see improved profitability next year after experiencing flat growth this year.They expected the improvement in performance to...

Experts share an exclusive sneak peak at the 2017 colour trends. By CAITLYN NG LI YUIN and NURUL ASMUI MD AZMIWE see colours in every nook and cranny of the world. They have become a major part of our lives and we cannot deny that colours play a significant role in our lives and our societies....

Johawaki Development offers exclusive residential retreat at Avanti Residences.All units at Avanti Residences are designed with stunning colours and architecture to create a modern exterior. By NURUL ASMUI MD AZMI asmui@ocision.comLEADING a more comfortable life is a dream of many. A new study...

BY MENG YEW CHOONGOn track: The Eurostar which was launched on Nov 14, 1994, is a high-speed railway service connecting England with France and Belgium. Malaysia is now planning the HSR project which will take commuters from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore in 90 minutes, and targetted to commence...

BY OH ING YEENSUBANG Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) is extending the grace period for another six months for houseowners to submit building plans if they have illegally extended or renovated their homes in Subang Jaya.It was announced at the council’s monthly fullboard meeting yesterday that the...

 PETALING JAYA: Sunway Construction Group Berhad received a prestigious award at the Malaysia – ASEAN Corporate Governance 2016 Awards.The awards, presented by the Minority Shareholder Watchdog Group (MSWG), took place at the Sime Darby Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur recently, according to...

In a world facing challenges and uncertainties, embrace opportunities for success through innovation. By MAK KUM SHI makks@thestar.com.myTHE world is currently at a paradox. Tensions and uncertainty for the future are rising in times of prevailing peace and prosperity. While changes are taking...

 Affordable housing scheme by OIB enables civil servants to purchase homes at prices 20% lower than market valuePETALING JAYA: Oriental Interest Bhd (OIB) launched three new affordable housing projects in the northern region, presenting civil servants an opportunity to own their own homes amidst...

BY DANIEL KHOO20th year: Johari (centre) cutting an anniversary cake with Prasarana president and group CEO Datuk Seri Azmi Abd Aziz (left) and Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd CEO Datuk Zohari Sulaiman during the Ampang line’s 20th anniversary celebration at Bukit Jalil LRT station.KUALA LUMPUR: Second...

BY YVONNE T. NATHANTaman Sri Segambut residents signing an attendance sheet at the protest to object a 39-storey condominium being built in their neighbourhood.TAMAN Sri Segambut residents are fed up but continue to object against a 39-storey condominium being built in their already congested...