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Counterfeit-Like 'Collectible' Malaysia Ringgit Notes Raise Red FlagsShockwaves have rippled through financial circles and consumer protection forums after it was discovered that RM100 banknotes are being sold for just 3.60 yuan (approximately S$0.68) on popular Chinese online marketplaces.These suspiciously...

A high-rise office building in Manhattan, New York, turned into a scene of chaos and tragedy on 28 July (U.S. time), after a gunman opened fire in the lobby, killing four individuals – including a police officer – before...

The family of a young Dutch model who tragically fell to her death in Kuala Lumpur has won a significant legal victory after a Malaysian High Court ruled that authorities had mishandled the investigation. The court ordered the Malaysian...

A viral video from China's Shandong province has sparked widespread outrage after a street food vendor was caught using the same kitchen knife to shave his leg hair and trim his fingernails—before proceeding to prepare food for customers.This stomach-turning...

Singapore’s beloved bakery brand BreadTalk has confirmed the closure of 11 of its stores in Chengdu, China, following the expiry of a franchise agreement in June 2025. The move, while sparking concerns among customers in the region, is not...

The abbot of China's iconic Shaolin Temple, Shi Yongxin, is once again at the centre of controversy, this time facing a criminal investigation for suspected embezzlement of temple assets and improper conduct involving multiple women.In a public announcement issued...

BANGKOK – A shooting tragedy unfolded in the heart of Bangkok’s Bang Sue district on 28 July, when a 61-year-old Thai man opened fire at the bustling Or Tor Kor Market, leaving five people dead before turning the gun...

Ceasefire Declared: Cambodia and Thailand Agree to End Border Clashes After Malaysian-Mediated TalksPUTRAJAYA – After five consecutive days of deadly clashes that left at least 35 people dead and displaced over 200,000, Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to an...

Car Stuck on Speed Bump Sparks Wave of Sarcasm Online: “Just Push It Already!”A video showing a lowered car struggling to cross a speed bump in Malaysia has gone viral, drawing a flood of reactions from amused netizens who...

Synthetic Drugs Masquerading as “Magic Mushroom” VapesPETALING JAYA – The Royal Malaysia Police have debunked viral claims of so-called “magic mushroom” vapes circulating on social media, clarifying that the substances being sold under this label do not contain natural...