OSK Research has cut its fair value for shares of MMC Corp Bhd by 12 per cent after the group's disappointing first quarter results.

MMC made a net profit of RM34.4 million for the quarter to March 31, higher by 10 per cent from the same period last year.

The company's revenue increased by 8.2 per cent to RM2.1 billion.

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DES MOINES - On a hot and sunny Friday afternoon, Todd Wanninger strolled into Principal Park while his kids excitedly burst through the gates.

Wanninger lives about 100 miles away in Carroll, Iowa, and isn't exactly a die-hard fan of the Triple-A Iowa Cubs. But he priced out a trip to the ballpark on the banks of the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers and was quickly convinced the trek w... Read More

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As Maryland's first slot machines were being installed in Cecil County, the state was preparing to shell out $33 million more to stock a casino at an Eastern Shore harness racing track.

The Board of Public Works will vote Wednesday on the $32.7 million purchase and lease of 750 machines for cheap UGG Ocean Downs, which is set to open its casino Dec. 16.

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THE congregation of Stoke-on-Trent's most historic church is shouting from the rooftops about its new appeal for funds.

Stoke Minster's rector David Lingwood braved the heights of the 180-year-old building to launch the campaign on the same spot where thieves struck a month ago.

The Glebe Street church was left with a Pounds 40,000 repair bill aft... Read More

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"The long battle is over and I will now be able to make my dream home," said a delighted Lokanadha Rao.

He owns a 40X60 site in Arkavathy layout, but only on paper. He had paid Rs4.30 lakh for the site and Rs40,000 for registration and stamp duty. Since 2007, he has been paying tax for the site, which is still not in his possession.

"I had used all my sa... Read More

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