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The Star
12 hours ago
- The Star
Retiree dodges scam by choosing to cook dinner
Compiled by BENJAMIN LEE, ALLISON LAI and R. ARAVINTHAN A RETIREE in Hangzhou, China, narrowly avoided losing 1.66 million yuan (RM980,000) – by simply deciding to cook dinner. The woman, known by her surname Xu, in her 60s, received a call from someone claiming to be from the 'China UnionPay Association', warning her of fraudulent charges. Surprisingly, Xu fell for it, despite this being a common scam tactic, as reported by Nanyang Siang Pau. The scammer made several calls, guiding her to download an app, add a contact and enable video calls. They also instructed her to transfer 1.66 million yuan from another account into her savings. During this process, her SMS verification code was even leaked. But just before making the final transfer, Xu decided to cook dinner. It was past 5pm and she told the scammer: 'I need to cook now. This isn't urgent, I'll handle it later.' The scammer had no choice but to wait. Meanwhile, her bank had alerted local police to the potential fraud. After failing to reach Xu, officers rushed to her home. Their timely intervention prevented the transfer. > A high school student in Taipei, Taiwan, was detained for hacking an EasyCard, a contactless payment card used for transport and shopping. He used an C (wireless technology) reader-writer to repeatedly add value to the card for free, China Press reported. This incident marks the first known financial loss for EasyCard Corporation. Police solved the case within two months of receiving a report. The student, despite not being from an electronics background, converted the free top-ups into cash at Metro ticket machines and used the card as an ATM. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a, it denotes a separate news item.
The Star
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Former TVB actor Johnny Tang, 58, opens up about his life with 3 girlfriends
Hong Kong actor Johnny Tang indeed has a colourful love life. Photo: China Press Hong Kong actor Johnny Tang Siu-chuen may not be married, but his love life is anything but ordinary. He's in a relationship with three women – Carmen and Cherry, both of whom he has dated for over 20 years, and a newer flame Nana, China Press reported. In a recent interview with Hong Kong media, Tang, 58, opened up about juggling three relationships. The former TVB actor called his lifestyle chaotic, saying: 'A normal household can go crazy with just one wife – I have three! There are so many voices around me. 'If I fall sick, one suggests acupuncture, another recommends Chinese herbal medicine, and the third insists on Western treatment. In the end, I just take everything.' As for what he looks for in a partner, Tang said personality tops the list. 'Looks are secondary. Younger women may be prettier, but many (from my experience) have bad tempers. Older ones are generally easier to get along with,' he explained. Tang said he tries to treat all three women equally but hesitated when asked if he loved them all the same. 'Can I skip this question? They will read this interview. You know how it is,' he said with a laugh. The Colourful Life (2001) star then revealed that he has arranged separate homes for each of his three partners in the Wan Chai district, making it easier for him to rotate visits. He also shared that he maintains full transparency in his relationships – his phone has no password, and he enables location tracking so his partners know his whereabouts. For the record, Tang and his three siblings inherited a family fortune worth HK$1.5bil (RM807.6mil) in 2019 following their mother's passing. When asked whether he was worried about the possibility of an inheritance dispute arising among his three girlfriends in the future, Tang said he's prepared for the possibility, 'I'm a good judge of character, so money-hungry people don't stay around me. Even if I misjudge, I've already made my preparations,' he added.
The Star
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Superstar Jacky Cheung gets lesson in humility from guard
NOT everyone recognises Hong Kong superstar Jacky Cheung (pic), as the singer recounts being denied entry to his own concert in Macau, reported China Press. A security guard stopped the 63-year-old when he tried to enter the Galaxy Arena venue in Macau last week and demanded Cheung show identification indicating that he was a performer. Stunned, the 'God of Songs' pointed at a poster nearby to show that he was to perform there that evening, but the guard would not relent. 'I sincerely think he was just being very professional at his job,' Cheung said. Apparently, this was not the first time security personnel failed to recognise him. Cheung was previously denied entry at one of his concerts in mainland China. 'Don't think of yourself as a legend. Instead, see yourself as a new performer every day. Only then can you improve. 'This experience taught me to continue practising singing and learning how to do the splits. Do not worry, everyone. Jacky Cheung will not stop and will keep on working and improving,' he said. > A woman in Sibu who just wanted to buy a Nyonya meal worth RM3.50 ended up having RM17,530 from her bank account stolen, the daily also reported. The incident happened in May when the woman saw an advertisement on Facebook for a set meal for Nyonya fried chicken and vegetables for just RM3.50. She called the number on the advertisement and ordered five sets of the meal deal. The caterer later sent her a WhatsApp link to redeem vouchers worth RM30. When she clicked on the link, her phone suddenly switched off. By the time she restarted her phone, RM17,530 had been transferred out of her bank account in five transactions. Friends also alerted her that her WhatsApp account had been used to send messages asking to borrow money from all her contacts. Realising that she had been scammed, the woman then made a police report. The above article is compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with this ' >'sign, it denotes a separate news item.
Hype Malaysia
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
(Photos) TVB Kickstarts Recruitment Interviews For Miss HK Pageant 2025
The Miss Hong Kong Pageant 2025 (香港小姐競選2025) has officially begun the first round of interviews, kickstarting this year's pageant. As always, fans look forward to seeing the aspiring contestants eyeing the coveted crown. This year, the recruitment process began yesterday (24th June 2025, Tuesday), with hundreds of interview participants gathering at TVB City in Hong Kong for the first round of interviews. The interview will screen the ladies on background, education, and online presence. As shown in photos, most contestants dressed casually, with many opting for short dresses that show off their figures. Online, the reaction to the first batch of hopefuls has been lukewarm. However, there were a few potential contestants that caught media attention. One of whom is 26-year-old Vivian, a student at the Central Academy of Drama. During the interview, she showed up in a dress with a plunging neckline, which highlighted her cleavage. Netizens also noted her striking features, including the mole on her chin. Another noteworthy contestant is 23-year-old Emily Tsoi, who went to the interviews accompanied by her father, a former TVB employee. According to reports, Emily recently graduated from a British university with a degree in dance. She also has some experience in the entertainment industry, given her history as a child star. Photos of her past showed her working alongside renowned stars like Wong Cho-lam and South Korean actress Lee Young-Ae. However, the most shocking participant had to be 24-year-old Angel Chong, who happens to be Hong Kong's youngest district councillor. Her appearance at the Miss HK 2025 interviews sparked mixed reactions, with some wondering if her decision to compete goes against her public duties. Angel has responded to the comments, assuring she'll do her best to balance her work as a councillor with her pageant aspirations. There seems to be a variety of contestants this year. We wish all the hopefuls all the best in their interviews. Was there anyone from the pool of participants who caught your attention? Sources: China Press, Dim Sum Daily (1)(2), Facebook What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Feathered bandit caw-ed stealing man's parcel
Compiled by GERARD GIMINO, C. ARUNO and R. ARAVINTHAN A MAN frustrated over his stolen parcel checked his surveillance camera and was shocked to discover that the thief was a crow, reported Sin Chew Daily . A closed-circuit television recording shared on social media showed a crow perched on the front gate of his house before edging closer, picking up the parcel and flying off. The video went viral with Internet users expressing disbelief. Many said if it had not been caught on camera, the owner might have suspected a neighbour or thought the parcel had not been delivered. Some joked that not only do people have to worry about thieves, they now also have to watch out for feathered bandits. > China Press reported that Hong Kong veteran actor Bowie Wu Fung regretted hiding his marriage in his younger days and focusing solely on his career, saying that his relationship with his children was deeply affected. 'I hardly met and spent time with them during their childhood, when I reached home after work, they had gone to bed. It is such a huge loss to me,' he said. In an interview, the 93-year-old said he married his first love Lui Wing Ho in 1957 but kept it a secret to retain his appeal to female fans. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies). As such, stories are grouped according to the respective language/medium. Where a paragraph begins with a >, it denotes a separate news item.
