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More Singapore youths are shoplifting, psychologists say it's for 'street cred' not crime

SINGAPORE, Sept. 5 -- Shoplifting among Singapore youths has risen sharply this year, with psychologists pointing to peer pressure, thrill-seeking and social media as key drivers. Authorities said sh... Read More


Forbes: Singapore's richest climb to record RM1.05t wealth, led by Facebook co-founder Saverin's RM181.7b

SINGAPORE, Sept. 5 -- The combined wealth of Singapore's richest 50 individuals and families has jumped 23 per cent to a record US$239 billion (RM1.05 trillion), according to US business and financial... Read More


Of influence and trust: How TikTok Shop is helping businesses to thrive in Malaysia's new retail playground - Yusniza Kamarulzaman

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 5 -- You're scrolling at 2am just to relax. A few swipes later, you see a flash deal: "RM0.01 offer now" The countdown timer ticks, the coupon pops up, and before you know it, a pa... Read More


Stray dogs, pet owners and public safety: Time for Malaysia to act - Arif Fahmi Md Yusof

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 5 -- The recent dog attack on a six-year-old boy in Cheras is a reminder Malaysians can no longer ignore. What remains unclear is whether the dog was a stray or had an owner. If th... Read More


MoH faces shortage of child health specialists, only five deployed nationwide, says Dzulkefly

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 5 -- The Ministry of Health currently has only five Family Medicine Specialists (FMS) with a sub-specialty in child health deployed nationwide, while three others are undergoing tr... Read More


No prima facie case, no leave for committal proceedings - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 5 -- It is settled law that committal proceedings are criminal in nature since it involves the liberty of the alleged contemnor. The fundamental principle is that no man's liberty ... Read More


Seas the day. or not: Influencer arrested after risky car photoshoot on floating platform in Terengganu waters

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 5 -- A social media has arrested by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) after placing a luxury car on a floating platform at sea for a photoshoot, raising safety conce... Read More


Ipsos survey: Majority of Malaysians worry about inequality but still believe hard work pays off

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 5 -- Sixty per cent of Malaysian respondents in an Ipsos survey consider inequality an important problem, higher than the global average. Yet most still believe that hard work and ... Read More


Police: Missing British teen David Balisong, found safe in KL, left UK home after family dispute

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 5 -- Police investigations revealed that a British teenager left home in the United Kingdom following a disagreement with his family before travelling to Malaysia in early June. T... Read More


UK eyes bigger role in Sarawak with focus on semiconductors, green energy and skills, says British high commissioner

KUCHING, Sept. 5 -- The United Kingdom (UK) is seeking to strengthen its presence in Sarawak as part of a broader strategic partner with Malaysia, focusing on sectors such as semiconductors, renewable... Read More