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Some RM830 million (US$201.7 million) has been lost to online fraud in Malaysia in the first five months of this year, according to the country's Ministry of Home Affairs. A person holds a credit card in front of a computer This follows a surge in scam losses from RM1.57 billion in 2024 to RM2.97 billion last year, the ministry said on Wednesday. Non-existent investment scams have consistently resulted in the highest losses, rising from RM848.62 million in 2024 to RM1.46 bill

Following two underwhelming performances, Son Heung-min has an opportunity for redemption as he leads South Korea into their crucial final World Cup 2026 Group A fixture against South Africa. Son Heung-min and his teammates are considered the favorites against South Africa While Mexico secured early qualification for the round of 32 with back-to-back victories, the remaining spot alongside third place in the group remains a fierce battle among South Korea, the Czech Republic,

The final round of Group C fixtures at the 2026 World Cup promises plenty of drama as Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland battle it out for a spot in the knockout stages, while Haiti exits early after back-to-back defeats. Brazil has yet to convince the fans Slated for 5:00 AM on June 25, the final matchday of Group C shapes up to be a highly tactical affair. While Haiti has been officially eliminated following consecutive losses, the race for qualification remains a fierce three-w

With a clinical brace against Uzbekistan, Cristiano Ronaldo has officially surpassed Eusebio to become Portugal's all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history. Cristiano Ronaldo shone in the match against Uzbekistan In the early hours of June 24, Ronaldo etched his name even deeper into Portuguese football folklore by setting yet another historic milestone. Finding the back of the net twice against Uzbekistan in their Group K clash, the 41-year-old forward took his overal

Veteran number 10 Luka Modric continues to rewrite the history books, becoming the first player to reach the historic milestone of 200 caps for the Croatian national team. His teammates wore shirts honoring Modric's historic milestone Luka Modric has once again left an extraordinary mark on his illustrious career by hitting the 200-match milestone for Croatia during their World Cup 2026 clash against Panama on the morning of June 24. At 40 years old, the talismanic number 10

Earning a PhD at 26, Xu Ying became one of the key scientists behind BeiDou, China’s GPS-equivalent navigation system, while pushing back against stereotypes about women in science. The 43-year-old scientist was born in Sichuan Province to a mathematics teacher mother and an agricultural technician father, according to the South China Morning Post. Chinese scientist Xu Ying, a key figure behind the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System Fascinated by mathematics and physics from

Uruguay dominated but had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in the sweltering heat of Miami on Monday to leave an intriguing Group H wide open. Saudi Arabian defender Al Amri (in green) scores a rebound goal, beating Uruguay goalkeeper Fernando Muslera in their opening match of Group H at the 2026 World Cup, in Miami, USA, on June 15, 2026 The stalemate came hours after one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history when European champions Spain were held 0-0 by d

With an agreement on a framework for a peace deal with Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump may have found a way to begin extricating himself from an unpopular war while setting global markets on a path toward easing energy prices that have spiked during the crisis. But he has settled for a deal that appears short of many of the goals he outlined in the early days of the conflict, potentially opening himself up to attacks from hawks in his own party and leaving the U.S. looking

Few business leaders have been as deeply embedded in popular culture as Elon Musk, the ambitious entrepreneur who has become a central figure in internet culture and amassed a fortune that has made him the world's first trillionaire. At a time when concerns about inequality are high and public attitudes toward the ultra-wealthy have soured, Musk has managed to retain a loyal following despite his stratospheric net worth ‌and without the folksy persona that endeared other tyco

A group of banks is moving to seize a Sheraton-branded hotel property in Hong Kong, controlled by the family of billionaire Hui Wing Mau, after owner Shimao Group Holdings defaulted on a HKD4.5 billion (US$574 million) loan. Founder and chairman of Shimao Group Hui Wing Mau speaks at an overseas Chinese business roundtable during the 2015 Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) in Boao, south China's Hainan Province, March 29, 2015 The lenders are in advanced discussions to appoint receive

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the World Cup at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, kicking off the biggest ever edition of the global footballing showpiece. Mexico's victory launched a sprawling tournament of 48 teams that will last nearly six weeks. Mexico's Julian Quinones, left, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the World Cup Group A soccer match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026 The extravaganza hoste

BigBang, one of South Korea's leading boy bands, plans to perform in Hanoi at the My Dinh National Stadium on Oct. 24 and 25. The group’s management agency confirmed the schedule for its 20th-anniversary world tour on its official website on June 11. Hanoi is one of the tour stops, alongside other Southeast Asian countries Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore. The announcement was immediately welcomed by Vietnamese fans. Last year, the group's leader, G-Dragon, held t

Elon Musk's SpaceX on Thursday confirmed it will begin trading on the Nasdaq exchange Friday in the biggest initial public offering in history, a blockbuster market debut that could propel the entrepreneur to trillionaire status. In a filing with the US markets regulator, the company priced more than 555 million shares at $135 each, placing SpaceX in the top 10 of Wall Street's biggest companies with a valuation of just under $1.8 trillion. It will be valued more than Musk's

A watch is no longer merely a tool for telling time; it has evolved into a key accessory that reflects the wearer's personal style and individuality. However, several seemingly innocuous daily habits can accelerate the degradation of a timepiece, reducing its durability or even damaging its internal movement. The following are critical guidelines to help users properly maintain their timepieces and maximize product longevity. 1. Avoid Exposure to Extreme Temperatures Temperat

Utilizing the SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) Institute’s Allen Telescope Array, astronomers have scanned for artificial radio signals emanating from the famed interstellar object 3I/ATLAS—a celestial body that deeply divided the scientific community over the past year. Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS 3I/ATLAS is the third interstellar object discovered transiting our solar system. Due to its numerous anomalous characteristics, some scientists have hypothesized t

Reliance Industries, controlled by Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, said Wednesday that it will build India’s first AI-driven data center designed for Facebook parent Meta Platforms. Mukesh Ambani, chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries, arrives to address the company's annual general meeting in Mumbai, India July 5, 2018 Under the agreement, Reliance will develop a 168-megawatt data center that will be leased to Meta once it is completed in two years, the Mum

Quantinuum founder Ilyas Khan has become a billionaire after the quantum computing firm's Nasdaq debut valued the company at more than $15.6 billion. The U.S.-U.K.-based startup raised $1.68 billion in its June 3 debut, the largest stock market listing by a quantum computing company to date, valuing Khan's stake at approximately $2.2 billion, Forbes reported. Quantinuum sold 28 million shares at $60 each in the offering. The stock opened at $58 on June 9. Khan, 64, owns about

Japanese drink maker Yakult's decision to replace its orange-flavored probiotic drink with a peach version in Singapore has drawn mixed reactions among local fans of the beverage. Starting in July, Yakult's orange-flavored drink will be discontinued in Singapore and replaced by a peach variant, marking the first change to its flavor lineup in the city-state since 1980, when it was launched in three flavors: orange, grape and green apple. Masaaki Sunami, managing director at Y

Singapore seafood restaurant operator Jumbo Group is preparing to grow its presence in China’s Shanghai and Southeast Asian cities including Jakarta and HCMC, while broadening its business through institutional catering. The group, which was founded in 1987, has invested SGD10 million (US$7.8 million) into a new headquarters in the city-state as part of its expansion strategy. The facility brings its corporate office and central kitchen together at a single location spanning

The World Cup isn't only about football: FIFA is drawing on music stars to elevate the competition into a global cultural event, broadening its reach beyond sports fans. From world-famous artists performing at the opening ceremonies to an unprecedented Super Bowl-style halftime show during the final, here is what to expect. Madonna is set to perform at the World Cup final halftime show A musical opening The festivities begin on Wednesday, on the eve of the tournament, with co