GIVEN the distances, flights between India and Malaysia can take some time; for example, the average modern Kuala Lumpur-to-Chennai flight takes about just over three hours to go from airport to airport. With that said, it would be fair to say that such trips were much rougher, slower, longer and more dangerous affairs back in the...
PROTEIN sources don't exactly come cheap these days, and savvy shoppers have been scouring wet markets, neighbourhood shops, hypermarkets and even supermarkets for bargains. Certain kinds of fish are still a viable budget-friendly option, but it seems one seafood vendor has taken affordability to extremes – and is selling fresh whole fish at only 20sen each. Is...
THE sight of military hardware in a public place - such as a port - is bound to turn heads due to the rarity of such occurrences, and as such any news and photos of incidents like these tend to go viral rather rapidly. Recently, a 10-second video with images of several fighter jets believed to...
WONDERING what fun activity you could do with your friends and family this holiday season? Try challenging each other to walk in a straight line while blindfolded. Since all it takes is putting one foot in front of the other, what difference could there be if we were blindfolded, right? So, can humans walk in a straight...
SCAMMERS are constantly devising new methods to exploit unsuspecting victims. Whether it’s the promise of financial aid or masquerading as legitimate entities, these fraudsters use deceptive tactics, mainly on social media, to dupe victims into divulging personal information. Recently, a viral TikTok post claims that there is a new aid scheme in which RM200 is credited...
MATCHA, the vibrant green tea powder celebrated in Japan, has become a must-try for many travelers thanks to its rich history and unique, tasty flavour. Recently, it has exploded in popularity, appearing in everything from your favorite local café to the latest influencer posts around the world. But what’s all the buzz about? Recent research suggests that...
WITH fewer and fewer places to go due to a steadily-increasing human presence in natural habitats, encounters between people and wildlife are becoming more regular. Due to the dramatic nature of such encounters, news tends to go viral quickly - especially if there are photos or videos to go with it. It was claimed recently that fishermen...
IN today’s digital landscape, the convenience of online communication comes with the risk of scams. Recently, some taxpayers have reported receiving messages claiming to be from the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN), asking them to click on a link to "verify their refund statuses". Is it true that LHDN really is sending out these links to taxpayers? Verdict: FALSE The Inland...
PETALING JAYA: Around the world, many people love Japan for its culture, food and history. As such, many would jump at the chance to live and work in Japan - making any official offer of a visa targeted at foreigners a choice opportunity. With this said, it has been said online repeatedly over the years that...
LIKE all things, airliners become obsolete and when they do, it is time for their retirement. Some wind up as artificial reefs, some get cut up for their aluminium and other metals to be salvaged and repurposed and some wind up being used on the ground for training emergency services, law enforcement and even military units. It...
