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...
IN A surprising turn of events, an altercation at a local establishment has captured public attention. An incident involving a man slapping another individual at an animal care centre in Kulai recently went viral.. Did this confrontation really occur? Verdict: TRUE Police have launched an investigation following a viral video showing a man slapping another individual, believed to be a...
A VIDEO circulating on social media shows a minor accident between two cars with the wing mirrors of both vehicles being hit. However, instead of stopping to exchange information and discuss any settlement, one motorist continues on his way. The other follows him to some shophouses and confronts him, after which a scuffle ensues. It is said that...
Fireworks can light up the night sky, but sometimes they ignite more than just celebrations. A recent incident in Lumut has caught attention, where a car burst into flames under unexpected circumstances. Could it be true that fireworks were the culprit behind this fiery scene? VERDICT: TRUE IPOH: A man faced a terrifying moment when fireworks set the car he...
