Category: Going Viral

WITH fraudsters growing more cunning, they are now exploiting personal information to craft scams so convincing that many don’t realise they’re being targeted until it’s too late. Azila Ariffin shared how she and her husband narrowly avoided being scammed by a fake SMS, disguised to look like it came from their bank. The message claimed… Continue reading Couple nearly scammed by fake SMS link offering credit card rewards

SCAMMERS are becoming not just smarter, but more creative by coming up with new, emotionally manipulative tactics to trick the public. In a Threads post, a user shared a suspicious WhatsApp message from a food delivery rider, who delivered a food order the previous day. The rider told her his motorbike had a flat tyre… Continue reading Sympathy scam alert: rider asks for money on WhatsApp, promises to repay next day

KINDNESS and empathy were put to the test when a pregnant woman was left standing in a packed MRT train while a fellow female passenger refused to clear the seat beside her — instead using it for her luggage. The incident, which sparked backlash online, was shared by a user only known as Hazrati on… Continue reading Kindness questioned as woman blocks seat with luggage, ignores pregnant commuter on MRT

STAY alert — pickpockets are on the prowl. A recent viral TikTok clip posted by @jaie_kopitez_1892 shows a pickpocket caught red-handed in the glass-door lift at KLCC. The video, taken discreetly using a pocket action camera, captured the moment a man casually stealing a wallet during a crowded ride. The pickpocket, seen holding two shopping… Continue reading Pickpocket caught in action in KLCC lift, viral TikTok sparks safety warning

A young man’s job of being a drain cleaner in Alam Flora has reminded many to never judge a book by its cover. At just 19 years old, Muhammad Zamri Zaidi Nizam has become an unexpected inspiration on social media for his pride and positivity in working as a drain cleaner. Employed by Alam Flora… Continue reading 19-year-old Malaysian takes pride in Alam Flora drain cleaner job, netizens moved

RECENTLY, a Malaysian woman shared how her mother’s attempt to “appear generous” did not end well, after she was left with very little from spending her RM800,000 hibah (endowment) on donations and helping others. “She didn’t buy any land, didn’t build a house, didn’t do waqf or infaq — hasn’t even gone for Hajj,” @fajrienaaaaaaaa… Continue reading M’sian woman’s RM800k hibah spent in a year helping others, leaving very little for herself

A Malaysian man recently criticised a popular food vendor based in Ipoh, Perak, for allegedly charging exorbitant prices for a Thai-style chicken and rice dish. The vendor, Dania Sedek, previously went viral in 2023 for selling an omelette dish priced at RM13. Sharing his frustration on Threads, the man urged local businesses to stop “normalising”… Continue reading Popular Ipoh food vendor defends RM35 Khao Mok chicken rice pricing following online criticism

A local woman recently shared her allegedly unpleasant experience with an e-hailing driver in Kuala Lumpur. “I’ve never rated a (e-hailing) driver one star before. But today was the first time — this one uncle really deserved it,” she wrote in a Threads post. The incident took place at a shopping complex, where the woman… Continue reading M’sian woman calls out e-hailing driver for questioning parenting skills, rude behaviour

COLDPLAY frontman Chris Martin left fans stunned and the internet buzzing after accidentally revealing an alleged affair between astronomy tech CEO Andy Byron and his HR chief Kristin Cabot — all during what was meant to be a cheerful shout-out at the British boyband’s recent concert. The slip occurred mid-performance, when Martin jokingly said: “Either… Continue reading “Either they’re having an affair…”: Coldplay’s Chris Martin sparks scandal mid-concert

THERE are times when workplace loyalty does not pay off — no matter how good one is at their job. Recently, a cleaner handed in her resignation after working for 13 years at a company that allegedly docked her pay for taking an unapproved day off. According to a Malaysian woman on Threads, the cleaner… Continue reading Cleaner working for 13 years gets pay docked for unapproved one-day leave, tenders resignation

A Malaysian recruiter’s post has gone viral after he shared what he described as a “proper job application email,” urging fresh graduates to take note. In a Threads post, user kir.ridzuan uploaded a blurred screenshot of the applicant’s email, which featured a concise introduction, a clear outline of qualifications, and the applicant’s resume neatly attached.… Continue reading “Fresh grads, this is how you apply” – HR praises M’sian’s job application email

A Malaysian diner’s creative complaint has gone viral after they spelled out “TAK MASAK” (“Not Cooked”) with gravy on their plate to protest an undercooked meal. The photo, shared on Facebook by Abang Dagang, shows a plate of grilled lamb leftovers, mashed potatoes, and sauce — with the words “TAK MASAK” written neatly at the… Continue reading M’sian customer writes “TAK MASAK” complaint in sauce, restaurant responds humbly

A Malaysian woman’s post about an e-hailing driver’s kindness has melted hearts online, showing how even the smallest gestures can mean the world. In a Threads post, @cornflakesmadu_ shared how she had booked a Grab ride for her father, who walks slowly and uses a cane. To prepare the driver, she informed him beforehand so… Continue reading M’sian thanks kind e-hailing driver for helping her father reach home safely

GETTING married is more than saying yes to one another, its become a financial affair. A Malaysian netizen recently took to Threads to break own the cost of a wedding which he lamented would cost at least RM40,000. “These days, getting married costs at least RM40,000. “Let’s be real. People used to say RM20,000 was… Continue reading “Need at least RM40k” – M’sian laments soaring wedding costs, sparks discussion

FOR many, earning RM7,000 a month in Kuala Lumpur might sound like a dream. But for one single mother, it’s just enough to scrape by. In a heartfelt viral post, the woman opened up about her struggles raising three children alone after her husband died in a car accident two years ago. “Total expenses are… Continue reading Single mum in KL says RM7k salary just enough to get by

JUST a few days ago, a Malaysian man found a cockroach in his packet of nasi lemak. Now, another Malaysian has made an equally stomach-turning discovery in his ayam goreng — a nail. In a short 23-second TikTok video shared by @akingdraws, the man looks horrified as he holds up what appears to be a… Continue reading M’sian shocked to find nail in his ayam goreng at Wangsa Maju eatery

The name ‘Tomyam Malaysia’ has recently gone viral on TikTok after an Indian national recently set up his restaurant featuring Malaysian and Thai cuisine concepts in his country. In a video posted by TikTok user kani.boy47, it shows the Indian national presenting his restaurant located in Panaikulam, Tamil Nadu and its similar to mamak restaurant… Continue reading ‘Tomyam Malaysia’ restaurant opens in India, goes viral

THREE Malaysian coins have captured attention after being highlighted by the United States Central Intelligence Agency in their weekly artefact presentation on their official X social media platform. The featured currency includes coins valued at 20 sen (minted in 2018), 10 sen (from 2017), and 5 sen (also from 2018). These coins were found positioned… Continue reading CIA features Malaysian coins at intelligence memorial

THE spirit of a visually impaired man who successfully completed a 21-kilometre run has touched the hearts of many. Through a video shared on Adry Fazmi’s TikTok account, it showed him running while being assisted by family members and friends throughout the event. “With the right family, partner and circle of friends, nothing is impossible.… Continue reading Blind runner completes 21km with family and friends’ help

A video showing a burly built man provoking another individual allegedly believed to be a trained MMA fighter before getting knocked out with a single has gone viral recently. The nearly-one-minute Facebook video posted by Penang Netizen, yesterday, shows the man hurling abuse at the other individual dressed in a pink-coloured singlet as he taunted… Continue reading Abang Gerak Solo provokes trained fighter, KOed in one punch goes viral

AN Indian national recently shared their praise for Malaysia’s capital city, describing it as “well-planned and organised”. In a Reddit post, the individual admitted to having had “low expectations” about Kuala Lumpur but quickly retracted those sentiments after experiencing the city’s urban planning and the warmth of its people. “No potholes on roads, no politicians’… Continue reading KL’s urban planning leaves Indian tourist reflecting on India’s shortcomings

ONE Malaysian recently learnt a valuable lesson after purchasing a RM35,000 used Lexus last year — only to be hit with a hefty road tax during renewal. According to a post on Threads by @lanuntech, his friend had allegedly paid for the car with cash without asking about the cost of the annual road tax,… Continue reading M’sian shocked by RM7.9k road tax after buying RM35k Lexus without proper research