June Moh 
A Malaysian pet rescue NGO, KC Valley, is desperately searching for a lost dog named Changgang Boy, who escaped from a vet clinic. The dog, bearing 20 lodged BB gun bullets and infected wounds, requires urgent medical attention.
The NGO has called on locals for assistance and urged donors to help meet escalating veterinary costs, estimated at RM9,000, for bullet removal, deworming, neutering, and transportation.
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has stirred controversy with a Facebook post, suggesting that Chinese Malaysians are aiming to politically dominate the country, which could lead to disparity in government administration, despite their crucial economic contributions.
Malaysia’s Court of Appeal is set to rule on ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak’s bid to disqualify two lawyers in his lawsuit against the former attorney-general and the government for alleged misfeasance in public office on August 11th.
Singapore’s Exchange (SGX) is experiencing a decline in popularity as a destination for IPOs, with only three listings in H1 2023. This contrasts starkly with buoyant IPO activity in Hong Kong and ASEAN countries, with market confidence impacted by recent corporate governance failures in Singapore.
A Thai woman found a mysterious bone with teeth in her favorite dish, som tam. Shared on social media, the post ignited speculation, with suggestions ranging from a piranha-like fish to a murder case. The discovery left her shocked and vomiting
Amidst widespread backlash, Malaysia’s dogcatching methods face scrutiny for their cruelty. Public incidents and social media expose harsh practices, leading to fatalities, and raising questions about the ethical treatment of animals.
Malaysian Police have begun investigating Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, who drew controversy for his remarks regarding non-Muslim attire, suggesting they dressed like ‘senseless animals’.
His comments have sparked a probe into potential sedition and Communication and Multimedia Act violations.
A total of 80% of international students at all autonomous universities in Singapore receive tuition grants while the remainder pay full fees.
Malaysia’s Home Minister rejects claims of corruption in the Immigration Department, addressing the role of Mono Circle Sdn Bhd in assisting foreign arrivals denied entry at KLIA.
Rosmah Mansor, wife of the ex-PM of Malaysia, has petitioned the Federal Court to challenge the appointment of the late Datuk Seri Gopal Sri Ram as lead prosecutor in her graft case.