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Malaysian rapper Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, has been remanded for six days while authorities probe the mysterious death of Taiwanese influencer Hsieh Yu-hsin, known online as Iris Hsieh. Her death, initially ruled as sudden, has...

The mysterious death of 31-year-old Taiwanese influencer and nurse Iris Hsieh in Kuala Lumpur has taken yet another twist, after Taiwanese adult film actress WaWa (real name: Weng Yu-cheng) came forward to clarify her alleged involvement. The actress, nicknamed...

A Malaysian podcaster, identified as Sulaikha, has sparked national controversy after claiming that “ancient Malays possessed supernatural abilities, including the power of flight, which they later taught to the Chinese.” The statement, made during a podcast episode, has drawn...

Rapper Namewee Wanted in Malaysia Over Murder of Taiwanese Influencer, Police Say He’s in HidingMalaysian authorities have launched a manhunt for controversial rapper Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, after a Taiwanese influencer was found dead in...

A lecture by a Malaysian academic has ignited fierce online debate after she claimed that ancient Romans learned shipbuilding techniques from the Malays. The controversial claim has split social media between those celebrating Malay maritime pride and others questioning...

The manager of the late Taiwanese influencer, Hsieh Yu-hsin — widely known as Iris Hsieh — has urged Malaysian rapper Namewee to be transparent about what truly transpired in a Kuala Lumpur hotel before her untimely death. The plea...

An Indian tourist was seriously injured and rushed to hospital following a violent altercation in Pattaya, Chon Buri province, shortly after midnight on 13 October 2025. The 52-year-old man was reportedly urinating by a roadside fence outside a market...

In a move aimed at encouraging Malaysians to retire old vehicles, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced a one-off payment of RM4,000 for owners of cars older than 20 years. The proposal was unveiled during the Belanjawan 2026...

Former AV actress Momoka Akari, 22, who once gained fame for her sweet looks and striking figure, has returned to university this year to complete her degree. However, her bold presence on campus has drawn attention, and recent actions...

Thailand is currently experiencing a worrying surge in influenza cases, with over 700,000 infections recorded since January and 61 deaths reported so far. Health officials attribute the rapid spread to the transition from the rainy season to cooler months,...