Category: Going Viral

SARA, the one-off RM100 appreciation aid, has become a Merdeka gift for approximately 22 million Malaysian adults and since its launch on 31st August, supermarkets across the country have seen a significant increase in foot traffic. With many eager to make full use of the aid for groceries and daily essentials, long queues have become… Continue reading Lotus Bukit Puchong praised for priority counter during SARA rush

A cancer journey is often a physically, mentally, and emotionally draining experience, not just for the patient, but also for their loved ones. That’s why moments of victory are all the more powerful. Nadia Alesa took to Threads to share the joyful news of her complete remission from cancer and the heartwarming surprise her husband… Continue reading Cancer survivor celebrates remission with surprise Bali trip

A clip of two children sticking their heads out of a moving car window has raised alarm among Malaysians online, with many warning that a split-second mistake could turn into a tragedy. In a Reddit post, user @theangry-ace commented, “You may drive safely, but others may not. “Those tiny bodies are so easy to be… Continue reading Kids hanging out of car window spark safety debate online

FOR many, a peaceful night’s sleep is all that’s needed after a long day in a pretty noisy world, but for one resident in Setapak, even that is out of reach. Anis, a frustrated local, took to Threads to voice her concerns about a group of rowdy motorcyclists who regularly disturb the peace with loud… Continue reading Setapak resident pleads for help over nightly motorbike noise

A social media post showing what appears to be a metal nut lodged inside a piece of fried chicken has gone viral, sparking both alarm and amusement among netizens while raising questions about food safety standards. The video, originally shared on Threads, shows a woman picking apart a piece of fried chicken. As she peels… Continue reading M’sian shocked to find metal nut inside fried chicken from popular restaurant

A Malaysian part-time wedding server has taken to Reddit to vent about the shocking amount of food wastage at a local kenduri. Posting under the handle u/SaltyLemon16 in r/Bolehland, the user described their disappointment after working at a recent wedding where guests left behind shocking amounts of untouched food. “Recently, I took a part time… Continue reading “We were forced to throw it all away” – M’sian wedding server vents about massive food wastage

RECENTLY, a 20-year-old from Bukit Mertajam, who scored a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.0, straight A’s in all subjects and 9.9 out of 10 for co-curricular activities — giving him a merit score of 99.9 per cent has voiced heartbreak after being rejected by Universiti Malaya (UM) for its Accounting course despite achieving… Continue reading 4.0 CGPA student rejected by UM, Wee Ka Siong calls for transparency on seat allocation

Relationships often reveal clashing values — especially when money and status come into play. One Penangite’s shocking confession about his girlfriend’s obsession with luxury goods has now left Malaysian netizens stunned. In an anonymous Facebook post, the man shared that he and his girlfriend, both from Penang, had access to an old Perodua Myvi left… Continue reading Penang woman sells boyfriend’s Myvi via ‘sambung bayar’ just to buy Chanel bag

Singapore’s world-famous Changi Airport is renowned for its lush indoor gardens and attractions, but one visitor’s recent experience has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. TikTok user @jiahuilifestyle shared a clip after visiting the airport’s popular Butterfly Garden, only to find slices of pineapple – meant to attract butterflies – instead swarming with cockroaches.… Continue reading Woman finds roaches feasting in Changi Airport’s Butterfly Garden

A Malaysian shopper recently shared a heartwarming experience while grocery shopping in a grocery store in Malaysia, and it has since gone viral for its simple yet touching message. @auni.farhana_ shared in a Threads post said she had picked up a pack of discounted blueberries priced at RM4.36 while browsing the produce section. While in… Continue reading “Why buy spoiled fruit?” – Indian aunty hands M’sian shopper RM50 to get better fruit

A Malaysian influencer has explained why securing a perfect 4.0 CGPA in STPM examinations doesn’t automatically guarantee admission to one’s preferred university course, following public outcry over a student’s rejection from six universities. Facebook user Khairul Azri addressed the case of Edward Wong, a Penang student who achieved excellent academic results but was ranked 1,129th… Continue reading Perfect STPM scores no guarantee for university course choice

A Malaysian woman’s query on Threads recently went viral after she asked which continental car would suit her potential RM6,000 salary. “I’m in a dilemma. If my salary has reached RM6,000, should I go for the 320i G20 or A180 W177?” She added that she is currently driving her father’s Honda Civic FE and hopes… Continue reading “If my salary hits RM6k, should I go for BMW 3 Series or A-Class?” – M’sian woman’s query goes viral

A viral incident involving a customer who fled after being charged RM59 for a plate of char koay teow has ignited fierce debate online, with netizens overwhelmingly siding against the vendor’s pricing strategy. The controversy emerged through a Facebook video posted by Penang Kini, featuring the frustrated vendor recounting how a customer literally ran away… Continue reading Diner flees after RM59 char koay teow bill sparks outrage

A disturbing incident captured on video has ignited widespread condemnation on social media after footage emerged showing a young male stealing a woman’s handbag while she was engaged in prayer at a mosque in Johor. The viral footage shows the perpetrator entering the women’s prayer area and taking the handbag while the victim was performing… Continue reading Viral video shows youth stealing handbag during prayer time

SOMETIMES, love for literature can create the sweetest moments of human connection. Today at the bookstore Kino Damansara Heights, a simple act of generosity left both the giver and the receiver smiling. According to a social media post, a young lady was at the shop, preparing to purchase a book by John Steinbeck, when a… Continue reading “So wholesome!” — Kind uncle gifts RM20 voucher after spotting young Steinbeck fan at bookstore

LATELY, some Malaysians have been voicing their frustration over the number of public holidays declared over the year — a surprising shift, considering the country has had a packed holiday calendar for a while. One social media user on Threads summed up the sentiment: “Just curious, why are some Malaysians suddenly not liking or disagreeing… Continue reading “Too many holidays?” — Netizens roast hypocrites who pretend to hate long weekends

FUGITIVE businessman Low Taek Jho, better known as Jho Low, has been flagged as eligible for the government’s RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) cash aid, sparking criticism from politicians and netizens alike. The revelation came after politician Koo Shiaw Lee posted a screenshot from the MyKasih system showing Jho Low’s MyKad number marked as “eligible.”… Continue reading Fugitive Jho Low ‘eligible’ for RM100 SARA aid – Gerakan politician claims, slamming government policy

A Malaysian woman recently shared her most “patriotic” moment — arguing with three foreigners who allegedly tried to cut the queue at KLIA2, the day after Merdeka. In a Threads post, she wrote, “We were lining up at the ‘For Malaysians Only’ lane when three white guys came from the side and went straight to… Continue reading “For Malaysians only!” — Woman calls out foreigners who tried to cut KLIA2 queue, wins praise online

In a heartwarming example of community policing, Malaysian patrol officers have started leaving handwritten notes to remind motorcyclists to lock their handlebars. One rider, @qieree, shared on Threads that he discovered a note on his bike reading “Please lock handle, PDRM” along with a leaflet on motorcycle theft. “Hahaha, I always just leave it like… Continue reading PDRM leave handwritten notes urging M’sians to lock motorcycles, netizens applaud effort

A heartwarming video has gone viral on TikTok after a man, Aiman Danial, shared how he rescued a frightened kitten stranded by the side of the busy MRR2 Highway (Middle Ring Road 2). While driving, Aiman spotted the tiny feline sitting alone and trembling as vehicles sped past. In a video he posted, the kitten… Continue reading Kind M’sian rescues tiny kitten on MRR2, names it “Stella”

A recent social media post by a Malaysian man has gone viral, offering a comical and honest take on what it actually takes to marry a wealthy woman in Malaysia— and according to @timtiah, it has nothing to do with looks. Location, Location, Location The guide gets straight to the point about hunting grounds for… Continue reading “Not by being handsome” – M’sian shares comical tips on “how to marry a rich girl in M’sia”

TWO guys who were collecting parking fees for cars parked at a public space in Kuala Lumpur has sparked anger among netizens for seemingly collecting the money without proper authorisation. A car owner confronted the two guys and asked for a receipt for the parking payment. The two guys didn’t have any receipt and responded… Continue reading KL parking touts face backlash over unauthorised fee collection

RECENTLY, glitches at several outlets left shoppers unable to redeem their RM100 aid under the SARA programme, sparking scenes of frustration and chaos. Images of fully loaded grocery carts abandoned mid-aisle have since gone viral, prompting a frustrated Malaysian to lash out at the behaviour, calling it “absolutely disgusting and barbaric.” “All it took was… Continue reading M’sian chides shoppers for abandoning full carts after MyKasih outage

A male foreign tourist has issued a warning to others after falling victim to a street photographer scam near the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). According to the foreigner, he was approached by a street photographer offering to take his picture for RM5. However, after taking the photos, the photographer refused to send them unless… Continue reading Tourist warns of street photographer scam near KLCC

WHEN heavy rain threatened to ruin their day, two workers found an unexpected moment of warmth and kindness in a local neighbourhood. A netizen shared their story on Threads, writing: “The rain was about to pour. I saw two workers taking shelter under a tree in front of my house. ALSO READ: “Thank you kind… Continue reading Kind Malaysian offers shelter and coffee to strangers in rain, wins hearts online

A Malaysian nurse has sparked outrage online after sharing how her female boss reportedly reacted to a staff member’s miscarriage, describing it as an “answered prayer” because it meant fewer staffing issues at the hospital. The nurse posted on Threads that her boss had been frustrated when two nurses under her supervision became pregnant at… Continue reading M’sian boss calls staff miscarriage a ‘blessing’, cites worker shortage — sparks online fury