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  A 49-year-old man, Koh Lee Hwa, is currently on trial in Singapore for allegedly raping a woman who had hired him to repair electrical fixtures in her flat. The trial, which began earlier in the week, entered its third day on July 31, where Koh took the stand and denied all accusations of non-consensual activity. He claimed the sexual encounter was initiated by the woman and that the act was consensual, further asserting that the duration of the act slightly over 10 minutes was “too short” for it to have been rape. Koh made this comparison referencing his usual intimacy with his wife. The alleged offences reportedly took place between 11.40am and 12.40pm on August 23, 2021. Koh, a Singapore permanent resident, faces multiple charges: one count of rape, one count of sexual assault by penetration, and two counts of outrage of modesty. The identity and age of the alleged victim have been redacted from court documents. According to prosecution, Koh had been hired by the woman since 2...

  On 29 July 2025, the High Court trial of Koh Lee Hwa, a 49-year-old renovation contractor and Singapore permanent resident, began. Koh is facing four serious charges, including one count of rape, one count of sexual assault by penetration, and two counts of outrage of modesty. These charges are in relation to an incident that allegedly occurred between 11:40am and 12:40pm on 23 August 2021. According to court proceedings, the victim, whose identity has been withheld, initially engaged Koh in 2015 to renovate her flat. Over the years, their contact was infrequent and mostly professional. Their last communication before the alleged incident was in 2019. However, on 21 August 2021, the woman contacted Koh via WhatsApp to request his help with a faulty toilet light and a light switch in the kitchen. Koh responded the next day, fixing the kitchen light switch and diagnosing a wiring fault in the main circuit switchboard as the cause of the toilet light failure. He quoted her $430 to f...

  A mid-air brawl erupted on an AirAsia flight from Kuala Lumpur to China, creating a scene of chaos and violence thousands of feet in the sky. The incident, which was captured on video by a fellow passenger, reportedly began when a man became irritated by a group of women talking loudly after the cabin lights were dimmed. A man, seated directly behind the row of young women, initially asked them to lower their voices so he could sleep. When they allegedly refused to quiet down, he lost his temper and shouted, "Shut up... are you stupid? I want to sleep." This aggressive outburst quickly escalated the situation. The altercation turned physical when a woman wearing a green outfit and a baseball cap leaned over her seat and repeatedly punched the man, who tried to shield himself by crouching under the food tray. The woman’s mother also reportedly joined the confrontation. Multiple people, including two women, were seen attacking the male passenger. The cabin crew, dressed in Ai...

  A dramatic incident unfolded in Malaysia and has since gone viral online, raising public concern over the dangers of driving under the influence of new synthetic drugs. The case, believed to have taken place on the Eastern Dispersal Link (EDL) Expressway in Johor Bahru , involved a tattooed Chinese man , who allegedly lost control of his vehicle while high on an electronic vape suspected to contain “Happy Water,” a type of new-generation synthetic drug . In the viral footage circulating on social media, the man is seen sitting dazed inside a Proton Axia , erratically rocking the steering wheel . His disoriented behavior raised immediate suspicion, especially from the angry driver of the SUV he had just collided with. The victim, clearly agitated, is heard off-camera confronting the tattooed man repeatedly: “Are you on Happy Water?” and “Is this how you drive?!” Despite the aggressive questioning, the tattooed man vehemently denied taking drugs and initially refused to step o...

  A viral video circulating online has sparked heated public debate after a jogger got into a confrontation with a couple over their children playing on a designated running track. The incident, captured by a bystander, shows a man jogging on the track when he encountered the couple's kids playing there. This led to a verbal altercation between the jogger and the parents, quickly escalating in intensity. In the video, the jogger is seen making a middle finger gesture toward the couple, which further enraged them. The couple responded by threatening to call the police. The jogger, undeterred, encouraged them to proceed, stating that he felt he was in the right. During the argument, the man revealed he worked in the government sector and scolded the parents for not supervising their children properly. He pointed out that having children playing on a running track was not only inappropriate but potentially dangerous, highlighting that a collision could cause serious injury. He told th...

  On July 18, 2025 , enforcement officers impounded 10 vehicles at Changi Airport after catching their drivers offering illegal ride-hailing services , including cross-border trips to and from Malaysia , without valid licences. Acting on a tip-off from the National Private Hire Vehicles Association (NPHVA) , the operation was part of stepped-up efforts to clamp down on unauthorised transport services. Operating such services without a valid Public Service Vehicle Licence (PSVL) is an offence in Singapore and can lead to fines of up to $3,000 , six months’ jail , and vehicle forfeiture . Authorities reminded passengers that journeys could be disrupted when illegal services are intercepted mid-ride, urging commuters to use only licensed platforms . The crackdown also aims to protect legitimate drivers and uphold safety standards. Together with tripartite partners like the NPHVA, the government is intensifying enforcement to maintain a safe and regulated ride-hailing environment.

  A fatal crash took place at 6:19pm on July 18, 2025 , along Tuas 2nd Link, claiming the life of a motorcyclist. A rear-facing dashcam video showed the rider slamming into the back of a car at high speed. The motorcycle shattered on impact, and a subsequent photo captured the grim aftermath, a body lying on the road, covered in a white cloth.  Two lanes had to be closed during peak hours, triggering massive congestion along the expressway. Authorities responded quickly to secure the scene and begin investigations. Initial evidence suggests the rider was travelling at a dangerously high speed and failed to react in time. The incident is a stark reminder of how dangerous high-speed riding can be, especially during congested periods. As investigations continue, the motorcyclist’s identity has not been publicly disclosed.  Our thoughts are with the victim’s family during this difficult time.

  On the night of 10 July 2025, a dramatic street altercation broke out in front of a condominium in Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia, which quickly went viral after video footage captured an amateur MMA fighter knocking out a security guard. The footage, posted online on 15 July 2025, spread across various social media platforms, showing the intense confrontation between the two individuals. The incident involved 22-year-old amateur MMA featherweight fighter Tony Lim, who was approached and provoked by a man identified as the head security guard of the condominium. Dressed in black, the guard could be seen in the video aggressively confronting Lim, who was wearing a red singlet. The guard repeatedly taunted Lim with words like, "Punch me! Are you a boy or a girl?" and used derogatory slurs such as "pondan", clearly trying to instigate a physical response. Despite the relentless provocation, Lim remained composed. A woman believed to be Lim’s girlfriend was also p...

  A violent incident occurred at a university in Subang Jaya, Malaysia, on Sunday, 13 July 2025, when a 20-year-old foreign female student was attacked with a knife by her ex-boyfriend. The assault took place on campus and resulted in a serious injury to the woman’s neck. The local police received an emergency report regarding the attack at approximately 6:30pm. Upon arrival at the scene, officers found the victim with a wound on the left side of her neck. She was quickly transported to University Malaya Medical Centre (PPUM) for emergency treatment. Fortunately, her condition was later reported to be stable. The attacker, a 21-year-old foreign male and the victim’s former boyfriend, was arrested shortly after the incident. Authorities have not released further details about his nationality or current status as a student or otherwise. Investigations into the motive behind the attack are ongoing, with police considering various angles including the nature of their past relationship ...

  PENANG – A heated public outburst over a plate of char koay teow at a busy hawker stall in New Lane , Penang, went viral after a man slapped a hawker and flipped a wok in full view of customers on the evening of 5 July 2025 , at around 7:00 PM . The entire altercation was recorded by a bystander and posted online, where it quickly gained traction. The video shows a frustrated male customer yelling at two stallholders after allegedly being ignored when asking which plate was his . Moments later, he appeared to slap one of the hawkers , triggering gasps from other diners. When the hawker threatened to call the police, the man brazenly encouraged it , shouting “go ahead” before storming to the cooking area and flipping the hawker’s entire wok , spilling ingredients and food across the stall in front of stunned onlookers. The incident shocked those present, with some unsure of how to react in the chaotic moment. Many netizens, after viewing the clip, expressed outrage over the agg...

  MALAYSIA – A terrifying highway incident involving a giant Milo fabric billboard has gone viral across social media after it collapsed onto a moving vehicle on Malaysia’s Federal Highway on 7 July 2025 . The incident was captured on video and uploaded on 8 July , triggering a storm of online reactions and public safety concerns. The viral clip, believed to have been shot by a dashboard camera, shows the moment when a massive Milo drinks banner  attached to an overhead structure suddenly came loose and slammed onto a car travelling below . The falling fabric engulfed the vehicle, startling nearby drivers and raising fears of potential injuries. As of now, no casualties or injuries have been officially reported . The banner, promoting the popular Nestlé beverage Milo , sparked massive outrage online, with netizens both shocked and sarcastic in their responses. Several of the most viral comments included: "Struck gold, free Milo for life!" "Milo not only causes di...

  A 20-year-old Malaysian woman was sentenced to four months’ jail on July 10, 2025, after dishonestly misappropriating more than S$38,000 from her employer, a local recycling firm. The funds were not used for debt repayment as she initially claimed, but instead were donated to Chinese livestreamers on Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok. Chew Yu En pleaded guilty to one count of dishonest misappropriation as an employee under Singapore law. A second charge for falsifying payment voucher entries was taken into consideration. Chew started working at Sin Le Heng Recycling in June 2024 as a clerk, drawing a monthly salary of S$2,300. She relocated to Singapore from Malaysia on a work permit and lived with her boyfriend in a rented room. Her only close family connection in Singapore was her uncle, a permanent resident. At Sin Le Heng, Chew’s responsibilities included issuing payments to customers who brought in items for recycling. These payments were made from the company's petty ca...

  In the early hours of July 5, 2025, a serious border security incident occurred at Woodlands Checkpoint when officers from Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) intercepted an attempted illegal departure. Around 3:00 AM, ICA’s Search and Examination (S&E) officers identified a Malaysia-registered vehicle that warranted closer inspection and directed it aside for further checks. The car was driven by a 20-year-old Malaysian man. During a thorough inspection, ICA officers discovered two other Malaysian men, aged 30 and 31, concealed in the boot of the car. Both individuals were not carrying any travel documents. All three men — including the driver — were promptly placed under arrest. Charges were filed in court later that same day. The ICA emphasized its firm stance against illegal immigration, noting that the security of Singapore’s borders is paramount. Attempting to leave or enter Singapore without valid travel documents is a serious offence under the Im...

  On July 3, 2025 at approximately 12.10am, a violent robbery attempt took place at a petrol station near the Second Link Expressway in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Four masked men armed with machetes ambushed a parked vehicle, smashing its windows in what appears to have been a well-coordinated attack. The incident was captured on closed-circuit television and the footage quickly circulated online. In response to the aggression, one of the vehicle’s occupants fired several rounds at the assailants, forcing them to flee. The attackers chose two different escape paths three retreating to a getaway vehicle, and one fleeing on foot. Staff at Hospital Sultanah Aminah informed Johor police chief Commissioner M. Kumar about 1.40 am that a man had arrived at the hospital entrance with multiple gunshot injuries. CCTV showed two individuals leaving the wounded man at the hospital before departing in a dark vehicle at high speed. The victim, confirmed deceased after a post-mortem ...

  A 25-year-old Malaysian man , Goh Boon Hong , was sentenced to one year in jail and fined $4,000 on June 30, 2025 , for his role in running an online vice syndicate that recruited Japanese women for prostitution in Singapore. Goh pleaded guilty to five charges , including harbouring women for the purpose of prostitution and living on the earnings of prostitution . He had joined the syndicate in August 2024 under the employment of Wong Chi San , and initially received a 10 per cent commission on earnings, which later increased to 20 per cent . After Wong was arrested in January 2025 , Goh took over the operations of the syndicate. Court documents did not provide further information regarding Wong's charges or current legal status. In February 2025 , Goh invited a 26-year-old Japanese woman , referred to in court documents as A1 , to provide sexual services in Singapore. A1 worked in the city from February to March , and also brought in her 27-year-old friend , A2 , to join th...

  A violent fight broke out at “29 Mart” in The Glen, Sarawak at around 9:30 PM on June 29, 2025. A group of over 10 men were seen in a viral video demolishing shop property in what appears to be a coordinated act of aggression. While the exact cause of the incident is unclear, early speculation suggests it may be linked to dissatisfaction with nearby businesses or competition among shop owners. The video also captured an unusual moment when one aggressor threw a chair at a glass wall but accidentally hit another member of the group instead. It is not known if any injuries were reported. As of July 1, no police report or official statement has been released. Public concerns have risen regarding safety and business security in the area. The extent of damages and whether any legal action will be taken remains unknown.

  Traffic congestion began soon after midnight on July 1, 2025, as the Malaysian authorities started full enforcement of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) requirement for Singapore-registered vehicles entering Johor Bahru via the Causeway. The implementation marks the end of a grace period and enforces a rule first introduced in October 2024. At the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) complex, 55 Road Transport Department (JPJ) officers were stationed along the exit road to Johor Bahru. They immediately began stopping and fining Singapore-registered private vehicles found without a valid VEP tag. The fine for each violation is RM300 (approximately S$91), which must be settled before the driver can leave the country. The first motorist to be fined was 19-year-old Singaporean student Safir Farhan, who was heading to Johor Bahru for supper with his family. Although he had already registered for the VEP, he had yet to receive the RFID tag in the mail. He was...

  A new hit-and-run case in Johor Bahru has surfaced just days after a widely-publicised road rage incident involving a Malaysian man repeatedly ramming a Perodua Axia with his Toyota Hilux. This latest case, which occurred on June 26, 2025, involves a black Mitsubishi L200 Triton that collided with a motorcyclist during a lane change and subsequently left the scene without rendering assistance. The incident took place at approximately 11:30am at kilometre 10 of Jalan Johor Bahru heading towards Skudai. Dashcam footage of the accident has been widely circulated on social media, showing the pickup truck travelling on the rightmost lane before suddenly swerving into the middle lane. In doing so, the truck struck a motorcyclist riding a Yamaha 135LC, causing the rider to lose control and skid several times across the roadway. Rather than stopping to help the injured rider, the driver of the Mitsubishi Triton continued driving. The video ends shortly after, without any indication that ...

  On June 26, 2025, three Singaporean men and one Malaysian man were formally charged in Kuala Lumpur with trafficking cocaine-laced e-vaporiser liquid. The case was brought before Magistrate Amalina Basirah Md Top, but no pleas were recorded from the accused, as the case falls under the jurisdiction of the High Court. The three Singaporeans charged are Quek Kien Seng, 45, Tristan Chew Jin Zhong, 25, and Ivan Tan Zhi Xuan, 31. They were charged alongside Malaysian citizen Kong Sien Mee, 57. All four face a serious charge under Malaysia’s Dangerous Drugs Act involving 9,420.2 millilitres of liquid containing cocaine. If convicted, the individuals face the death penalty or, alternatively, life imprisonment along with whipping. The arrests were made on June 19, 2025, in the Malaysian state of Selangor. During the raid, authorities intercepted a car carrying ten boxes filled with 4,958 units of liquid vape cartridges suspected to be laced with cocaine. The total estimated street valu...

  JOHOR BAHRU – A 50-year-old Malaysian man was arrested after deliberately reversing his Toyota Hilux into a Perodua Axia multiple times during a road rage incident in Johor Bahru, Malaysia . The incident occurred at Jalan Tun Razak at around 3.10pm on June 22, 2025 , and was confirmed in an official statement by the Johor Bahru Selatan District Police released on June 24, 2025 . A 12-second video of the incident went viral after being uploaded to Facebook by the page “Community Roda Johor.” The footage shows the Perodua Axia parked by the roadside with its 63-year-old driver standing at its rear. Without warning, the Toyota Hilux reversed forcefully into the Axia, hitting it twice before fleeing the scene. The momentum of the impact caused the Axia to knock into its own driver. The suspect was quickly identified and arrested by the Royal Malaysia Police ( PDRM ) following public outrage over the video. The district police chief ACP Raub bin Selamat confirmed that the alte...