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The Star
6 days ago
- The Star
Psychology consultant loses over RM260,000 to lottery scam syndicate
TANGKAK: A freelance psychological consultant lost over RM260,000 after being duped by a scam syndicate offering fake online lottery cash prizes. Tangkak OCPD Supt Roslan Mohd Talib said the 58-year-old woman was tricked after receiving a WhatsApp message offering lottery winnings worth RM1.5mil, allegedly from a temple. 'The victim then made 20 transactions, transferring a total of RM261,640 of her savings into a mule account between May 31 and Aug 8,' he said in a statement on Wednesday (Aug 13). The victim realised she had been deceived after discussing the matter with her sibling and subsequently lodged a police report on Tuesday (Aug 12). The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a maximum jail term of 10 years, whipping and a fine upon conviction. 'The public is advised to remain vigilant and not fall for online lottery cash prize scams. Always verify such offers beforehand to avoid becoming a victim,' said Roslan. He also urged the public to stay updated on the latest scam-related information through the Commercial Crime Investigation Department's social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Those who have fallen victim to scams should contact the National Scam Response Centre at 997 immediately to block the outflow of funds from the suspect's account.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- New Straits Times
Temple devotee loses life savings in online lottery scam
TANGKAK: A 58-year-old woman was scammed out of her life savings after receiving a fraudulent WhatsApp message that claimed she had won a RM1.5 million lottery grand prize. The victim, a temple devotee, made 20 online cash transfers amounting to RM261,640 between May 31 and Aug 8 to claim the winnings. She was reportedly told that the administration fee she was paying would be donated to the temple. District police chief Superintendent Roslan Mohd Talib said the bank account she transferred the money to was later found to be a mule account. She realised she had been duped when the prize money did not arrive, and lodged a police report yesterday, on Aug 12. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code for cheating, which carries a jail term of up to 10 years, whipping, and a fine upon conviction. Roslan urged the public to remain vigilant and not be enticed by unsolicited lottery prize offers, especially those made online. "Always verify the authenticity of such claims before transferring money," he said in a statement. "Check the latest scam alerts from the Commercial Crime Investigation Department via its Facebook, Instagram or TikTok accounts." Victims are advised to immediately contact the National Scam Response Centre at 997 to block the outflow of funds from suspect accounts.
The Sun
22-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
RM1.5 million PHEKS grant approved for Northern Zone unions
BUTTERWORTH: The Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) has approved 124 applications for the Union Affairs Development Grant (PHEKS), amounting to RM1.5 million, for the Northern Zone, covering Perak, Penang, Kedah and Perlis. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said this included 26 approved applications worth RM261,988 in Penang; 21 applications worth RM384,670 in Kedah; 15 applications valued at RM211,569 in Perlis; and 52 applications in Perak involving RM656,722. 'Overall, a total of 1,049 PHEKS applications were received this year from various trade unions nationwide, of which 551 applications amounting to RM7.15 million were approved,' he said. 'I hope this allocation will be put to good use to strengthen our unions,' he said at the Northern Zone PHEKS 2025 assistance presentation ceremony here today, which was also attended by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. This year, the government allocated RM10 million for the implementation of PHEKS, the highest in history, compared with RM5.8 million last year. A total of RM7.15 million was distributed to trade unions under approved clusters, while RM2.85 million was allocated for the outreach and community service programmes. Sim added that his ministry is targeting two million union members nationwide by the end of this year. He expressed confidence in reaching the target, noting that the number of new trade unions formed last year was five times higher than in previous years. He said the MADANI Worker Card initiative has also helped boost trade union membership, which currently stands at one million, by offering discounts of up to 30 per cent at over 200 companies providing essential goods and services to registered members. The PHEKS is a one-off financial aid provided to registered trade unions in Malaysia through the Department of Trade Union Affairs (JHEKS) under the KESUMA to support union-related activities. Trade unions may apply for assistance under five designated clusters: Training and Education; Trade Union Movement Studies; Academic Writing on Labour Issues; purchase of IT equipment such as for the digitalisation of union management records.
New Straits Times
22-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
HR Ministry approves RM1.5mil for northern trade unions
BUTTERWORTH: The Human Resources Ministry has approved 124 applications for the Union Affairs Development Grant (PHEKS), amounting to RM1.5 million, for the Northern Zone, covering Perak, Penang, Kedah and Perlis. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said this included 26 approved applications worth RM261,988 in Penang; 21 applications worth RM384,670 in Kedah; 15 applications valued at RM211,569 in Perlis; and 52 applications in Perak involving RM656,722. "Overall, a total of 1,049 PHEKS applications were received this year from various trade unions nationwide, of which 551 applications amounting to RM7.15 million were approved," he said. "I hope this allocation will be put to good use to strengthen our unions," he said at the Northern Zone PHEKS 2025 assistance presentation ceremony here today, which was also attended by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. This year, the government allocated RM10 million for the implementation of PHEKS, the highest in history, compared with RM5.8 million last year. A total of RM7.15 million was distributed to trade unions under approved clusters, while RM2.85 million was allocated for the outreach and community service programmes. Sim said the ministry is targeting two million union members nationwide by the end of this year. He expressed confidence in reaching the target, noting that the number of new trade unions formed last year was five times higher than in previous years. He said the Madani Worker Card initiative has also helped boost trade union membership, which currently stands at one million, by offering discounts of up to 30 per cent at over 200 companies providing essential goods and services to registered members. The PHEKS is a one-off financial aid provided to registered trade unions in Malaysia through the Department of Trade Union Affairs (JHEKS), under the HR Ministry, to support union-related activities. Trade unions may apply for assistance under these designated clusters: training and education; trade union movement studies; academic writing on labour issues; purchase of IT equipment and the digitalisation of union management records.
Barnama
22-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
KESUMA Approves RM1.5 Million For Northern Zone PHEKS
BUTTERWORTH, June 22 (Bernama) -- The Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) has approved 124 applications for the Union Affairs Development Grant (PHEKS), amounting to RM1.5 million, for the Northern Zone, covering Perak, Penang, Kedah and Perlis. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said this included 26 approved applications worth RM261,988 in Penang; 21 applications worth RM384,670 in Kedah; 15 applications valued at RM211,569 in Perlis; and 52 applications in Perak involving RM656,722. 'Overall, a total of 1,049 PHEKS applications were received this year from various trade unions nationwide, of which 551 applications amounting to RM7.15 million were approved,' he said. 'I hope this allocation will be put to good use to strengthen our unions,' he said at the Northern Zone PHEKS 2025 assistance presentation ceremony here today, which was also attended by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. This year, the government allocated RM10 million for the implementation of PHEKS, the highest in history, compared with RM5.8 million last year. A total of RM7.15 million was distributed to trade unions under approved clusters, while RM2.85 million was allocated for the outreach and community service programmes. Sim added that his ministry is targeting two million union members nationwide by the end of this year. He expressed confidence in reaching the target, noting that the number of new trade unions formed last year was five times higher than in previous years. He said the MADANI Worker Card initiative has also helped boost trade union membership, which currently stands at one million, by offering discounts of up to 30 per cent at over 200 companies providing essential goods and services to registered members. The PHEKS is a one-off financial aid provided to registered trade unions in Malaysia through the Department of Trade Union Affairs (JHEKS) under the KESUMA to support union-related activities.
