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Investigations found that the scam syndicates typically use social media and instant messaging applications, offering part-time jobs that promise quick and high earnings before asking victims to make advance payments into mule accounts. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Investigations found that the scam syndicates typically use social media and instant messaging applications, offering part-time jobs that promise quick and high earnings before asking victims to make advance payments into mule accounts. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
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Part-time job scam cases up 146 per cent, losses exceed RM200 million
KUALA LUMPUR - A total of 8,484 cases of part-time job scams were reported nationwide from Jan 1 to...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo
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Nine in 10 Malaysians read scam alerts from banks, says banking industry
KUALA LUMPUR - Nine in 10 Malaysians actively read scam-related alerts, with satisfaction levels...
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Photo for illustration purposes only.
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Medical practitioner loses RM8.7 million in savings to online investment scam
JOHOR BAHRU - A 53-year-old medical practitioner lost her savings of RM8.7 million after falling...
Forced criminality takes place in various business premises such as casinos, hotels and entertainment centres. - AFP file photo
Forced criminality takes place in various business premises such as casinos, hotels and entertainment centres. - AFP file photo
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Trafficking for forced criminality likely to worsen without stronger laws, enforcement, say experts
KUALA LUMPUR - In the past, human trafficking crimes were mostly associated with the sex trade but...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Photo for illustration purpose only. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
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Lured through social media: Woman’s nightmare with online "mentor"
SHAH ALAM - A young woman endured a harrowing chapter in her life after falling for the deceptive...
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Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo
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Online scam leaves retiree RM134,000 poorer
KUANTAN - A woman retiree lost more than RM134,000 after falling victim to a fraudulent investment...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123rf photo
Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123rf photo
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Plantation manager loses over RM200,000 to investment scam
KUALA TERENGGANU - A plantation manager lost RM205,983 after falling victim to a non-existent...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - File photo
Photo for illustration purpose only. - File photo
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Housewife loses RM130,000 in online job scam
MIRI - A local housewife, in her 50s, suffered losses amounting to RM130,000 after falling for an...
Photo for illustration purpose only. - FILE PIX
Photo for illustration purpose only. - FILE PIX
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Physiotherapist loses RM234,000 in fake Bybit investment scheme
KUANTAN - A physiotherapist at a private medical centre, here lost RM234,000, after being tricked...
Social media users need to be mindful that scams are an entrenched part of social media and being duped by scams can happen to anyone. (Photo source 123rf)
Social media users need to be mindful that scams are an entrenched part of social media and being duped by scams can happen to anyone. (Photo source 123rf)
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How NOT to fall victim to social media scams
With June 30 being World Social Media Day, it could also be a time to reflect on the dangers posed...
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Admitting that life as a trailer driver is far from easy, Kahmani said she has had to endure negative reactions from some members of the public who underestimate women’s capabilities. - Bernama photo
Admitting that life as a trailer driver is far from easy, Kahmani said she has had to endure negative reactions from some members of the public who underestimate women’s capabilities. - Bernama photo
Woman breaks stereotypes as trailer driver
Visitors who wish to stay overnight can rent chalets or camp with family and friends. - Bernama photo
Visitors who wish to stay overnight can rent chalets or camp with family and friends. - Bernama photo
ATV rides boost ecotourism at Orang Asli village in Perak
AFP file photo for illustration purpose only. (Photo by Juni KRISWANTO / AFP)
AFP file photo for illustration purpose only. (Photo by Juni KRISWANTO / AFP)
Indonesian fashion labels expand footprint in Malaysia
Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house celebration by the Farmers' Organisation Authority back in April 23, 2024. (PHOTO BY ASRIL ASWANDI SHUKOR)
Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house celebration by the Farmers' Organisation Authority back in April 23, 2024. (PHOTO BY ASRIL ASWANDI SHUKOR)
The politics of the Raya Open House
KDEB Managing Director Datuk Ramli Mohd Tahir (SINAR FILE PIX)
KDEB Managing Director Datuk Ramli Mohd Tahir (SINAR FILE PIX)
KDEB clarifies Sultan Idris Shah Green Energy Plant EIA status amid public speculation,...
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Raya just got better! Extra public holiday set for Hari Raya Aidilfitri, regardless of Friday or Saturday celebration
KOTA KINABALU, March 15 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrives to officiate the launch of the Hari Pengguna Kebangsaan 2026 celebration at Suria Sabah, accompanied by Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor. (BERNAMA photo)
KOTA KINABALU, March 15 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrives to officiate the launch of the Hari Pengguna Kebangsaan 2026 celebration at Suria Sabah, accompanied by Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor. (BERNAMA photo)
Is Netanyahu dead or injured? Iranian report and Israeli silence raise questions
A person wearing a mask impersonating Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu protest near the White House against the visit to the US of Netanyahu in Washington, DC, on Feb 11, 2026. - (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI / AFP)
A person wearing a mask impersonating Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu protest near the White House against the visit to the US of Netanyahu in Washington, DC, on Feb 11, 2026. - (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI / AFP)
Iran offers Hormuz passage to countries expelling US, Israeli envoys
A person points at a page on the Marinetraffic website that shows commercial boats traffic on the edge of the Strait of Hormuz near the Iranian coast, in Paris on March 4, 2026. Photo by Julien De Rosa/AFP
A person points at a page on the Marinetraffic website that shows commercial boats traffic on the edge of the Strait of Hormuz near the Iranian coast, in Paris on March 4, 2026. Photo by Julien De Rosa/AFP
All eyes on 3pm: PM Anwar set to make announcement
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Photo by Bernama
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Photo by Bernama
Amira Aisya officially succeeds Syed Saddiq as Muda president
Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz had been acting president of Muda after Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman stepped down from the post. - Photo by Mohd Halim Abdul Wahid/Sinar
Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz had been acting president of Muda after Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman stepped down from the post. - Photo by Mohd Halim Abdul Wahid/Sinar
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