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The incident occurred on the evening of October 31. A 24-year-old female research student from Singapore, traveling alone in Tainan, Taiwan, encountered a scam while meeting an online acquaintance known as "Chen Chen." Instead of meeting in person, she...

Tokyo witnessed a historical meteorological event on Tuesday when the mercury soared to 27.5 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous November record of 27.3 degrees set a century ago. This extraordinary occurrence amidst an unusually warm autumn and after an...

A bride's special day turned into a tumultuous affair in Malaysia when unexpected gatecrashers disrupted the harmony of her wedding. The incident was shared by Jacqueline Ng on Nov. 7, recounting the intrusion of uninvited guests who appeared to...

The world of e-commerce has witnessed a groundbreaking phenomenon, capturing the attention of millions through a viral selling tactic employed by a Douyin livestreamer. Zheng Xiangxiang, boasting an extensive following of 531 million on the Chinese social media platform,...

Wearing slippers is a common practice in many parts of the world, including Singapore. People often slip into their favorite pair of slippers for various activities, from shopping to casual outings.However, a recent incident in Taiwan serves as...

In a world where job interviews can be intimidating, and rejection is often accompanied by a sense of perplexity, there's one extraordinary story from China that stands out.It's the tale of Mr. Zhang, a man who faced a...

Tragedy struck in northeast China's Heilongjiang province when a structural collapse occurred at the Yuecheng Fitness Gymnasium in Jiamusi city, Huanan County. This incident, which took place on November 7, resulted in the loss of three lives and one...

The world of crime often witnesses unusual and alarming events, and the recent arrest in Macau has brought a shocking incident to light. A Brazilian man, Olímpio Filho, attempted an unprecedented method of drug smuggling by swallowing 89 cocaine...

Bean sprouts, commonly known as "tau geh," are a polarizing ingredient in various dishes. Many people have a strong aversion to them, leading to a peculiar situation where some are willing to pay extra to have them removed from...

In a tale that could be straight out of a novel, a man from China named Mr. Zhu found himself at a crossroads when his fiancée demanded an additional 30,000 yuan (S$5,600) as a dowry.Their initial agreement stood...