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Singapore man loses RM15m to scammers after Zoom call with deepfake 'PM Lawrence Wong'

SINGAPORE, May 15 -- A victim has lost at least S$4.9 million (RM15.3 million) in a stunningly sophisticated scam that used deepfake AI technology to impersonate Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wo... Read More


Astro Shaw teases darker supernatural world in new Kitab Kataha ASCU short

Kuala Lampur, May 15 -- KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 - In January, Astro Shaw's Cinematic Universe: The Beginning was unveiled. The three-minute and 44-second concept video showcased a glimpse of how a large... Read More


Yuna becomes first Malaysian artist to hit one billion Spotify streams, says AI can't replace human touch

Kuala Lampur, May 15 -- KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 - Award-winning Malaysian singer Yuna has reached a new career milestone after surpassing one billion streams across all credits on Spotify, becoming the f... Read More


Injunctions needed to prevent scam advertising - Ong Tze Chin

Kuala Lampur, May 15 -- MAY 15 - In November 2025, leaked internal Meta documents revealed that the platform was deriving substantial revenue from advertising activities linked to online scams and pro... Read More


Let's have more good days, together - Haslina Muhamad

Kuala Lampur, May 15 -- MAY 15 - Every May, Mental Health Awareness Month reminds us that mental health is not only about the individual. It is also about the people, places, and systems around us. T... Read More


Singapore Islamic council reprimands Starbucks for claiming 'halal transition' without application

SINGAPORE, May 15 -- Singapore's top Islamic authority has publicly rebuked Starbucks after one of its outlets displayed a sign announcing a "transition toward halal-certified operations", a claim mad... Read More


The world cannot exit the energy crisis overnight - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, May 15 -- MAY 15 - Even if the war in West Asia were to stop tomorrow, the world economy would not suddenly return to normal. The illusion ceasefire alone can instantly stabilize global... Read More


Savour superb mutton 'varuval' and wild boar 'peratal' with your plate of 'nasi lemak' from Pete & Dori's Kitchen in PJ Old Town

Kuala Lampur, May 15 -- PETALING JAYA, May 15 - For a long time, I have been eyeing the postings on Pete and Dori's Kitchen for their home cooked Indian fare. Dishes like mutton varuval and wild boar... Read More


Kopitiam nostalgia goes mainstream as Malaysia's cafe culture turns back the clock

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 -- It is probably not accidental that near the bridge linking The Gardens Mall and Mid Valley Megamall, Hock Kee Heritage Kopitiam now occupies what was once among the busiest bra... Read More


Malaysian feature 'Tarung: Unforgiven' punches past RM10m at box office in first week of release

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 -- Malaysian film Tarung: Unforgiven has recorded RM10.5 million in box office earnings since its nationwide release on May 7. Produced by Alpha 47 in collaboration with Icon Pic... Read More