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Restaurant draws Malaysian Health Ministry’s attention over threatening remark of adding ‘special ingredient’ to customers who give negative review

After threatening to add a “special ingredient” to meals of customers posting negative reviews online, the Garden Western Grill restaurant in Malaysia sparked a public outcry. Despite later claiming it was a marketing tactic and ensuring food safety, many customers and the Health Ministry remained unsettled, associating the term with potentially unsanitary practices.

Malaysian man sparks outrage as he seeks legal advice to strip sister’s rights from mother’s house

A Malaysian man sparked outrage when he sought advice on a Facebook group about removing his sister’s rights to their family home. In his post, he explained his desire to start a new family and claimed it was inappropriate for him to live with his sister. However, his heartless intentions faced strong criticism from group members, leading to the post’s deletion. A lawyer pointed out that the man technically only owned a 15% stake in the house, prompting further backlash from netizens who suggested he should be the one to move out and find a new home.

Netizen shares bizarre experience where job interviewer requested him to payback S$6.50 for coffee after declining job offer

A netizen recently took to social media to share a peculiar job interview encounter that left him dumbfounded. The netizen revealed that he was asked to attend a job interview at a local coffeeshop which was pretty much normal. However, the unusual aspect of the experience unfolded after the interview concluded. In a Facebook post on Tuesday (17 May), S narrated his absurd ordeal. According to screenshots of the WhatsApp conversation he shared, immediately after politely declining the job opportunity, the interviewer shockingly requested the netizen to reimburse the cost of the coffee, totaling $6.50.

Amnesty International condemns Singapore Govt’s crackdown on dissent and freedom of expression ahead of elections

Amnesty International strongly criticizes Singapore’s government for intensifying efforts to silence human rights defenders and curtail freedom of expression ahead of the upcoming elections. The persecution of activists, attacks on lawyers defending death row inmates, and the introduction of restrictive legislation have raised concerns about the erosion of fundamental rights. Amnesty International calls on the government to halt the crackdown and uphold freedom of expression and fair trial for all individuals in Singapore.

SMRT bus captain suspended for eating and checking phone while driving

A video surfaced showing an SMRT bus captain eating and using his phone while driving. The captain has been suspended by the company, and an investigation is underway. SMRT emphasizes its commitment to safety and reminds its bus captains to adhere to all regulations.

FAS acting president issues apology for blunt Instagram remark

On 12 May, Bernard Tan, acting president of the Football Association of Singapore (FAS), apologized for his abrupt response to a comment about Singapore’s loss to Malaysia. The FAS faced criticism as the under-22 team finished last in the group with zero wins. Tan set his Instagram account to private and issued an apology, acknowledging the fans’ frustration and pledging to focus on supporting the players. The FAS Council, led by Tan, includes former military generals and politicians, drawing concerns about the management’s expertise in football.

“Most expensive Musang King”, Singaporean woman loses S$53,780 in scam

A Singaporean woman’s craving for Musang King durian took a devastating turn as she unknowingly fell into a scammer’s trap, resulting in the loss of almost her entire life savings. Lured into downloading a third-party app, she had S$50,000 transferred out of her bank account, leaving her with a mere S$7. The police are now investigating the incident.

Langkawi’s young brothers drove off parent’s car on joyride to toy shop

In Langkawi, Malaysia, a six-year-old boy took his parents’ car for a joyride with his three-year-old sibling. They crashed into a lamp post after driving 2.5 km while attempting to buy a toy car. The children were unharmed, but the family’s car was damaged. Videos of the incident circulated on social media, shocking viewers who discovered the young boys behind the wheel. Police are investigating under traffic and child protection laws.

Gondola topples sideways in Boon Lay Drive: two workers narrowly escape high-rise cleaning accident

Two workers narrowly avoided a dangerous incident while cleaning a 15-story HDB block in Boon Lay Drive when the gondola they were in tilted due to a wall collapse. The workers were rescued by entering windows on the 14th and 15th floors with the help of residents. The Singapore Civil Defence Force and police were on the scene, and both workers sustained minor injuries.

Second accident involving elderly school bus driver in two months: 68-year-old arrested for careless driving

A 68-year-old school bus driver crashed into a carpark gantry, injuring a 70-year-old woman crossing the road in Singapore. The woman was rushed to the hospital in a coma. Five young children were onboard the bus at the time of the accident. The driver was arrested for careless driving causing grievous hurt, and an investigation is ongoing. The accident raises concerns about elderly drivers, as the statutory age limit for a vocational license in Singapore is 75 years old.