Here Are The 5 Hottest Stories Today | 30 April 2025
Here's what's making headlines and sparking conversations today.
By Adrian Lai โ 30 Apr 2025, 10:14 AM
1. SPM Student Brings 5A's Result Slip To Parents' and Brother's Graves
After receiving his SPM results, 18-year-old Muhammad Faiz Qudry made an emotional trip to the cemetery where his father, mother, and younger brother are buried. Riding directly from school, he stood in front of their graves and proudly showed them his result slip, which recorded 5A's. A video he posted on 25 April capturing the quiet moment has since touched hearts online, with many praising his strength and devotion to his late family.
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2. Teenage Jogger Narrowly Escapes Knife-Wielding Kidnappers In Shah Alam
A 15-year-old boy was attacked while jogging alone in Section 13, Shah Alam, on the evening of 29 April. According to police, two men in a car attempted to abduct him at knifepoint. The teenager resisted, sustaining injuries to his cheek and arms during the struggle, and managed to flee to a nearby condominium guardhouse for help. The case has raised public concern over safety in residential areas and prompted calls for increased patrols.
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3. DOSM: Price Of Nasi Lemak Has Surged By 81.3% Since 2011
A new report by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) reveals that the average price of nasi lemak has skyrocketed by 81.3% over the past 13 years, from RM2.03 in 2011 to RM3.68 in 2024. This far exceeds the national inflation rate of 28.7% for the same period. The data has sparked conversation on rising food costs and affordability, especially as nasi lemak is a beloved staple among Malaysians from all walks of life.
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4. Govt Slashes Egg Subsidies, Plans Full Removal By August
The Agriculture and Food Security Ministry has announced that egg subsidies will be reduced from 10 sen to 5 sen per egg starting 1 May, with plans to remove them entirely by 1 August. This move is part of the government's strategy to gradually lift price controls in the poultry industry. While the ministry says efforts will continue to stabilise supply, the decision has raised concerns among consumers and traders about potential price hikes.
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5. MILO Plushies Sell Out In Singapore Amid Overwhelming Demand
Nestlรฉ's limited-edition MILO plushies, part of promotional packs sold in Singapore, have flown off supermarket shelves due to overwhelming public demand. Available with the purchase of selected MILO products at major chains like FairPrice and Giant, the nostalgic collectibles triggered a wave of social media buzz. Many customers reported long queues and stock shortages, prompting calls for restocks and even sparking resale listings online.
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