Here Are The 6 Hottest Stories Today | 6 May 2025
Here are the biggest headlines making waves in Malaysia and beyond.
By Adrian Lai โ 06 May 2025, 10:21 AM
1. Ringgit Rebounds As Government Response To US Tariffs Lifts Market Confidence
The ringgit surged against the US dollar following Malaysia's diplomatic and economic response to Washington's reciprocal tariffs. Analysts say the move boosted investor confidence, with the currency closing at RM4.1990, a notable recovery from Friday's RM4.2560.
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2. TikTok Fined USD600 Million For China Data Transfers That Broke EU Privacy Rules
The European Union slapped TikTok with a USD600 million (RM2.5 billion) fine after a four-year investigation found the app had illegally transferred user data to China. Ireland's privacy regulator, which oversees TikTok's EU base, cited violations of GDPR and ordered corrective action within six months.
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3. E-Hailing Driver Says Men In Fake Police Gear Dragged Datin Seri Pamela Ling Away
A 55-year-old e-hailing driver has spoken out about the disappearance of Datin Seri Pamela Ling, saying she was forcibly taken by individuals in police uniforms while en route to the MACC. Authorities are now treating the case as a possible kidnapping by impostors, with investigations underway.
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4. Chinese Teen Kidnapped In Malaysia, Kidnappers Threatened Organ Harvesting
An 18-year-old Chinese student was abducted in Malaysia by a gang of fellow countrymen demanding a RM2 million ransom. The kidnappers threatened to harvest the victim's organs if payment wasn't made. Malaysian police rescued the teen within 48 hours and made an arrest.
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5. 'Half-Life 3' Reportedly Real, Playable, And Close To Announcement
Long the stuff of memes and myth, Half-Life 3 may finally be real. Valve insider Tyler McVicker claims the game is in full playtesting and could be announced later this year. The rumour has reignited fan excitement after years of silence from the franchise.
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6. "I Beli RM20 Je!" โ BF Defends His New Phone Purchase After GF Claims He Got Her A Cheap Gift
A couple's public argument has gone viral after the woman called out her boyfriend for allegedly splurging on himself with a brand new phone, while skimping on her birthday gift. The man can be heard claiming he only spent RM20 on the phone, which causes the woman to become even more infuriated.
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