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...
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...
If you’ve ever bitten into a dish sprinkled with coriander - also known as cilantro - and thought it tasted like soap, you’re not alone. Indeed, you might have heard people also saying that it tastes like something found in both the bathroom and the kitchen So, is it true that coriander really tastes like soap? Verdict: FALSE Yes, coriander...
A DRAMATIC video has surfaced, capturing what appears to be a building in an industrial area consumed by flames. The footage has spread across social media, and commenters have said that the clip was of a palm oil processing centre in Pasir Gudang. So, does this viral video truly show the fiery devastation at the Johor facility? Verdict: TRUE A...
IN TODAY'S digital world, receiving unexpected messages from high-profile individuals may seem intriguing, but caution is advised. Recently, messages have surfaced on WhatsApp, allegedly from the Chief Executive Officer of the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN). Is it true that someone is impersonating the LHDN's CEO to spread misinformation? Verdict: TRUE LHDN has clarified that it has never issued any statement...
ASK any cop and they will tell you that going on police patrol is anything but routine. They can be unpredictable and intense events, especially when encountering suspicious characters and the men in blue are always prepared for a standoff with the bad guys. Recently, a group of criminals tried to ram into a police patrol car...
