IF YOU’RE ever in Sweden’s capital, Stockholm, you’re likely to encounter a number of statues – some large and imposing, others more subtle, blending in with their surroundings. But it’s said that one of the Scandinavian city’s many statues is kept at a toasty 37º Celsius all year round, no matter the season. Is this … Read more
WITH a recent announcement that those who have registered with the Central Database Hub (Padu) can update their data on the site, the possibility emerges that scammers could seize on this to get people’s personal details by “helping” them to enter their details. Read full story Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz … Read more
PETALING JAYA: There are many serious reasons why two (or more) countries would disagree, such as political disputes, territory spats, or societal stresses. But would you believe that a diplomatic incident almost occurred between two countries because of an anime (Japanese animation)? Did something like this happen? VERDICT True Yes, attempts to screen Dragon Ball … Read more
FROM preying on one’s fear and greed, scammers are resorting to more sophisticated ways to trick victims into parting with their cash. Recently, fraudulent activities involving the distribution of fake “arrest warrant” messages have gone viral on WhatsApp and Telegram. Is this true? Verdict: TRUE Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department deputy director (investigation) Datuk … Read more
PETALING JAYA: When you’re having some French fries, you would either take it with chilli sauce or tomato ketchup (or for some, mayonnaise). It’s tangy, salty and goes well with fries, nuggets, burgers or other meals. But has this condiment always been made out of tomatoes? Verdict: FALSE Yes, while many always associate this fruit … Read more
PEOPLE all over the world celebrated the arrival of the New Year in many ways. From outright street parties to quiet family gatherings, most people found a way to usher in 2024 and bid adieu to 2023 in a safe and hopefully fulfilling manner. However, a viral video that’s been floating on social media showed … Read more
THE discovery of a burnt-out vehicle is not a daily occurrence. What is more rare is when the remains of a deceased person are found within them. As such, any such news tends to go viral rather rapidly. Recently, news broke online that the remains of a man were found in a burnt car in … Read more
AS the clock ticks down to New Year’s Eve, many are left wondering where did the time go. Not only that, as it is the tail-end of vacation season, many are most likely wondering where all their money went while the holiday expenses pile-up. Some might have seen an advert that has been floating on … Read more
KNOCKING on heaven’s door in hopes of producing the most expensive album of all time is the dream of every artist, band or musician. Yet, do many of these musical acts actually live to produce the most expensive studio album? Legendary hardcore rockers Guns N’ Roses rose to prominence in the late to mid-80s and … Read more
PETALING JAYA: Christmas is here, and many are excited to receive presents from their loved ones and friends. Some are delighted with the gifts received, while others may not like the presents they received – either they are not to their liking, or they do not fit them. So, is Boxing Day a day for … Read more
