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11+ min ago (215+ words) PETALING JAYA: Global semiconductor equipment billings rose 11% year-over-year to US$33.66bil in the third quarter of 2025, according to US-based Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturers Industry (SEMI). Read full story Global semiconductor equipment billings surge 11% in Q3 Wednesday, 03 Dec 2025 PETALING JAYA: Global semiconductor equipment billings rose 11% year-over-year to US$33.66bil in the third quarter of 2025, according to US-based Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturers Industry (SEMI). Quarter-on-quarter billings grew 2%, SEMI said in its Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) Report. The growth in billings was driven by robust investments in advanced technologies, particularly in leading-edge logic, DRAM, and packaging solutions for AI computing. Additionally, there was a notable rise in equipment shipments to the China region, contributing to the overall positive trend. "Global semiconductor equipment billings year-to-date have reached nearly US$100bil " a record through three quarters " reflecting the industry's sustained momentum and commitment to invest in technology innovation," SEMI…...

15+ min ago (508+ words) Ameera Shah-led Metropolis Healthcare Limited (NSE: METROPOLIS | BSE: 542650), India's second-largest and the most respected pathology laboratory chain, today announced the launch of three specialised metabolic health packages under its TruHealth portfolio. These have been designed to support Ameera Shah-led Metropolis Healthcare Limited (NSE: METROPOLIS | BSE: 542650), India's second-largest and the most respected pathology laboratory chain, today announced the launch of three specialised metabolic health packages under its TruHealth portfolio These have been designed to support individuals preparing for or undergoing GLP-1 based therapies for diabetes, obesity and related metabolic conditions. Developed through rigorous scientific evaluation, the packages offer stage-specific assessments that strengthen therapeutic decision-making and promote long-term metabolic safety. India continues to witness a sharp rise in metabolic disorders such as early-onset obesity, insulin resistance, fatty liver disease and elevated cardiovascular risk. With GLP-1 agonists emerging as a preferred therapy for…...

16+ min ago (633+ words) People walking under Laos national flags and Lao People's Revolutionary Party flags next to Patuxai, also known as the Victory Monument, in Vientiane, ahead of Lao National Day celebrations on December 2 to mark 50 years of communist rule. - AFP VIENTIANE: The multiethnic Lao people came together on December 2 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) with a grand parade, honouring a hard-won revolutionary victory, reviewing five decades of nation-building and outlining the country's long-term development vision. Secretary General of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee and State President Thongloun Sisoulith addressed the commemorative gathering at the That Luang esplanade. The ceremony was broadcast nationwide, enabling people across the country and worldwide to take part in the momentous celebration. President Thongloun reflected on the turning point in 1975, recalling how revolutionary forces and patriotic Lao people…...

52+ min ago (259+ words) MANILA: Over P180 billion (US$3.06 billion) has likely been lost to ghost flood control projects dating back to 2016, according to Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo "Ping" Lacson. He said the figure does not include substandard projects. According to Lacson, he and Senate finance committee chair Sherwin Gatchalian arrived at this estimate based on some 10,000 projects inspected so far, where more than 600 were found to be ghost or nonexistent. "We are looking at 30,000 flood control projects since 2016. If we extrapolate based on earlier findings that more than 600 out of 10,000 projects were ghost, Sen. Gatchalian and I estimated that six per cent or higher of 30,000 projects could mean P180 billion or higher went to ghost projects," he said in an interview with radio dzBB. "Imagine, we likely lost P180 billion to ghost projects and we have not yet started counting our losses to substandard projects,…...

1+ hour, 11+ min ago (347+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: Credit and charge card use on e-commerce platforms has increased household credit purchases, says Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. She said these cards remain a main tool for consumer financing. Lim said the Government is taking proactive measures to manage rising household debt from credit cards and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) schemes. "As of September 2025, outstanding credit card debt stood at RM50.7bil," she said on Wednesday (Dec 3). She said overdue amounts were RM551.8mil, or 1.1% of total credit and charge card debt. She said BNPL loans totalled RM4.2bil across seven million active accounts, or 0.3% of household debt. "Overdue BNPL loans remain manageable at RM147.7mil, or 3.5% of total BNPL debt," she added. A charge card is a short-term deferral tool that requires full repayment at the end of each billing cycle. Lim said credit cards and BNPL offer flexible payment options for…...

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1+ hour, 50+ min ago (388+ words) US President Donald Trump during Tuesday's (December 2) Cabinet meeting, expressed support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, saying he is "doing a great job," amid ongoing scrutiny over Pentagon operations targeting alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, including one vessel that was struck twice, as acknowledged by the White House. As the first Cabinet member to speak, Hegseth reaffirmed the Pentagon's commitment to striking alleged narco-boats. "As I've said and will say again, we've only just begun striking narco-boats and putting narco-terrorists at the bottom of the ocean," Hegseth said. "Because they have been poisoning the American people. And Joe Biden tried to approach it with kid gloves." The Defense secretary highlighted the broader goals of the strikes: stopping the flow of drugs and eliminating threats. "We're stopping the drugs, we're striking the boats, we're defeating narco-terrorists," Hegseth added. The comments…...

2+ hour, 9+ min ago (160+ words) The new state government is a classic case of how enemies who need each other to stay in power are able to put aside their animosity after a fierce battle. Read full story Man of the Hour Wednesday, 03 Dec 2025 DATUK Seri Hajiji Noor looked exhausted rather than jubilant as he emerged from the Istana in the early hours of Sunday morning after being sworn in for a second term as the Sabah Chief Minister. It had been one of the longest days in his life; Saturday had stretched into Sunday, none of those around him had had any rest and he was said to be feeling unwell. Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks. Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter. Thank you for your…...

2+ hour, 9+ min ago (158+ words) Yi's new role alongside Teng is intended to expand Binance's global presence while building infrastructure for Web3, which refers to a version of the internet that is decentralised and operates on blockchain technology. Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has appointed co-founder Yi He as its co-chief executive, the company said on Wednesday alongside Richard Teng Yi's new role alongside Teng is intended to expand Binance's global presence while building infrastructure for Web3, which refers to a version of the internet that is decentralised and operates on blockchain technology "Yi has been an integral part of the executive leadership team since the launch of Binance," said Teng Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, appointed Teng as CEO in 2023 after founder Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty to breaking U.S In November, Teng said there had not been a decision on whether Zhao, known as CZ,…...

2+ hour, 26+ min ago (748+ words) (Bloomberg) -- The government-bond trades of the world's largest hedge funds are facing increased regulatory scrutiny, as officials mull policies that would cap the leverage " and profitability " of popular strategies. In separate reports Tuesday, the Bank of England and the Basel-based Bank for International Settlements delved into the leverage such funds are accumulating through repurchase agreements, where investors borrow cash by pledging bonds as collateral. Both said borrowing by a small number of large hedge funds poses potential risks to financial stability. The warnings are the latest salvo in a policy debate that could limit the amount of leverage that can be accumulated in so-called repo markets. Both the BOE and the global Financial Stability Board have floated minimum haircuts, a mandatory reduction on the valuation of collateral exchanged in repo trades " something the industry opposes." At the core of the…...