WHEN it comes to culinary adventures, Europe is known for stretching the limits of the palate. From blue-veined Roquefort to fragrant Limburger, cheese-lovers have long been tempted by bold flavours and daring textures. But is there really a traditional dish that takes things to a whole new level – complete with wriggling, live maggots? Verdict: TRUE Europe’s storied culinary landscape...
FLOWERS are lovely (unless you're allergic to pollen). Whether for a celebration of gratitude, love, birthdays, or anniversaries, they are often gifted to others and bloom throughout the year or in accordance with the seasons. However, is it true that there is a flower that blooms only once a year? Verdict: TRUE The Queen of the Night (QotN), which...
MOSQUITOES — the tiny villains that have a big impact, not only by annoying us but also by spreading diseases like dengue. Is there a place on Earth completely free of mosquitoes? No buzzing, no bites, no itchy nights. While these pesky insects seem impossible to escape, has one country defies the norm? Verdict: TRUE According to experts, Iceland’s cool climate...
HICCUPS — those sudden, annoying interruptions we all experienced too well. Everyone seems to have a cure, but their so-called remedy can be hit or miss. From holding your breath to sipping water upside down, there seems to be a never ending list. Recently, social media claims a teaspoon of sugar can cure hiccups—could this simple remedy actually...
AMONG the common nuisances found in homes, black mould often raises eyebrows due to its ominous appearance and associated health warnings. Known scientifically as Stachybotrys chartarum, black mould has sparked debate and concern among homeowners. But is it true that black mould poses a significant health risk for the average healthy person? Verdict: FALSE (in most cases) Despite its reputation,...
WhatsApp is a great communication tool but it can just as easily be misused. Recently, messages have been spread on the app telling eligible Malaysians that they can claim Rahmah cash aid (STR) if they click on a link provided. Is the government behind such messages? VERDICT: FALSE Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the messages containing such links could...
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as seasonal depression, is a form of depression associated with seasonal changes, especially in the fall and winter, where there is little to no sunlight. But what can a town, nestled in a deep alley high in the mountains, do to get sunlight when it is deprived of it for...
MOST of us are media consumers - be it the television, radio or the Internet. These content are part of broadcasting - part of what the media industry is about. But was broadcasting a term that originated and first used in the media industry? Verdict: FALSE Way before the dawn of radio, the term was first used in the agricultural...
Hundreds of thousands pass through the Sultan Iskandar Building (BSI) in Johor Baru to travel between Malaysia and Singapore. For some, who live in one country but work in the other, it is a peaceful daily routine. Recently, a video surfaced of a fistfight that broke out at one of the building's bus lanes. It showed...
In the age of social media, unusual events can quickly become viral sensations. A recent incident has created much shock online, with a video featuring a young man jogging naked quickly making the rounds on social media. But did a young man actually run naked in Section 8, Shah Alam as claimed? VERDICT: TRUE The police detained an 18-year-old man...
