A SHOCKING incident in Dengkil has residents on edge, as a flasher was reportedly caught in the act on video. The unsettling footage, which shows a man exposing himself to a woman, quickly went viral, sparking outrage and concern. Has the suspect behind this disturbing act been apprehended? Verdict: TRUE A building maintenance employee was arrested for flashing himself at...
In the world of environmental mysteries, the sudden appearance of hundreds of dead fish in waterways can stir public curiosity and concern. Recently, Kota Kinabalu witnessed such an occurrence, leading to widespread speculation about its cause. Could it be true that fishmongers are behind this aquatic enigma? VERDICT: TRUE Sabah Fisheries Department director Azhar Kasim said investigations revealed that the...
A MESSAGE has been circulating widely on WhatsApp since last week with a photo of a slip of paper reminding the recipient to pay a parking compound. There is also a QR code printed on the slip. The message warns recipients not to scan the QR code as it is a scam, claiming that a friend's employee...
SATURDAY (Jan 11) marks a new chapter in Penang's history as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has just officiated the groundbreaking ceremony of Penang's much anticipated Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT). However, what few fail to realise is that the island once had a rich tapestry of public transport options to serve its people. Did...
WHEN you think of desktop wallpapers, you would probably assume they’re all digital creations. However, Microsoft’s approach to Windows 10 was surprisingly hands-on, involving lasers and smoke. Was the iconic Windows 10 background a real photograph? Verdict: TRUE The iconic Windows 10 desktop background, known as “Hero,” is a real photograph (and it's not some lazy Photoshop class project either)....
Reports have surfaced about an unusual incident involving a car and a petrol station in Ipoh. It has been claimed that the car crashed through a glass wall at the petrol station, and the news has gone viral as people ask questions as to how such an incident could happen. Is it true that such an accident...
EMOJIS serve as a visual representation in text-based communications and often allow people to vividly express their feelings and emotions in their message. Most of them have a clear-cut meaning but some have been argued to be something entirely different, like the folded hands emoji. The long-standing urban legend is that it's not a prayer or a...
In today's digital age, rumours can spread like wildfire, causing unnecessary panic. Recently, claims have gone viral online alleging that the National Heart Institute (IJN) is going to be privatised and free treatments discontinued. Is this true? Verdict: FALSE The Institute denied this in a post on its official Facebook account, saying that claims about IJN's privatization and discontinuation...
A RECENT video has caught the attention of many online viewers. The footage appears to show a woman setting a motorcycle on fire, leading to widespread interest. Could it be true that this incident took place in Taiping? Verdict: TRUE Police in Taiping, Perak have arrested a woman for allegedly setting a motorcycle on fire. Taiping OCPD Asst Comm Mohamad Nasir...
SINCE May 12, 2024, Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributors have been able to use the new Account 3 to withdraw money for personal use. However, a recent viral message claims that EPF has allowed another special withdrawal of RM10,000 from Dec 17. Is it true that EPF contributors can make a special withdrawal of RM10,000 from their...
