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CBC
6 hours ago
- CBC
13-year-old dead after car crashed into power pole, rolled in Regina's north end
A child is dead after a car crashed into a power pole and then rolled in Regina's north end Thursday morning. Regina police responded to the incident near Sixth Avenue North and Smith Street just after 5:30 a.m. CST, according to a news release. A 13-year-old passenger was pronounced dead at the scene, the release said. Police are still investigating, but say charges are expected and more information will be released at a later date. Roads in the area were closed, but have since reopened.
Independent Singapore
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- Independent Singapore
‘I don't have small change, you go and change lah!' — GrabCar driver and passenger argue over who should go find loose change for RM50
MALAYSIA: What started out as just another safe and sound car ride escalated otherwise over an RM50 (S$15.50) note. And just like that, a GrabCar journey turned into a viral crash course on cash exchange etiquette. A TikTok video recently made its rounds showing a Grab car driver and his passenger locked in a heated argument over small change. The passenger handed over a RM50 bill. The driver had no change. This then led into the realm of awkward silence, followed by finger-pointing, raised voices, and eventually, a call to Grab's hotline to save the day. Who should go and change?! byu/RhinneXChronica inmalaysia The app operator did what operators usually do — asked the driver to end the ride via the app — but the internet had already taken the wheel, speeding into comment sections with high beams on. 'Who actually should go and get the small change?' If you've ever fumbled for coins at a mamak stall or watched someone pay for a kopi with a hundred-ringgit note, you'll understand why this video struck a nerve. Viewers took sides faster than a Malaysian lunch table splits between nasi lemak and roti canai. Some rallied behind the driver. 'Grab drivers are not money changers,' one TikTok user declared. Others pointed to safety, saying it's risky for drivers to leave their cars unattended, especially with an unknown passenger inside. 'You (the passenger) are supposed to change because of security. What if something happens to his car?' Then came the counterpunch: A few insisted that preparing change is part of good service. 'Drivers are to ensure they have loose change all the time. If the driver has no change, it is his duty to go and change the 50 ringgit, not the customer.' 'Passengers don't need to act like divas…' Over on Reddit, Malaysians didn't hold back. One user commented: 'Maybe he felt scared his car would be stolen. Maybe he's scared the money is fake. The driver should have prepared loose change, and the passenger didn't need to act like a diva.' Another added with brutal honesty: 'If I'm the driver, I sure won't be leaving a stranger alone in my car.' A more balanced view also came in: 'Sometimes shop owners go change. Sometimes customers do. In this case, both didn't want to give in — so it's about who values their time more.' Perhaps the most entertaining (and insightful) voice came from a self-declared full-time driver: 'I have around RM200 in RM1s ready in the cupholder. It's a miracle creator. Every time people give RM100 or RM50 and see me pull out the book of light blue… suddenly they have change, or their friends magically gather coins. Worst case, they'll ask: 'Bang, QR je la boleh? (Bro, can we just QR pay?)'' Translation: The mere sight of RM1 notes or even worse, all coins has the power to summon forgotten wallets, coin purses, and e-wallet miracles. See also New Study Warns That Vaping Leads to Cancer But what does GrabCar's policy say? The terms and conditions are clear — if you're paying cash, you're responsible for paying in full, using the selected method. Grab doesn't require drivers to carry small change. Under section 6.2.1: 'Consumers are required to make full payment… by the method selected… Any payment pursuant to such selection is non-refundable and irrevocable.' In plain English: If you choose cash, make sure it actually works as cash. The app also nudges passengers with friendly reminders to prepare the right amount. Most just swipe the reminder away — until they end up in a situation like this. Here's the full Grab's terms of service, under section 6.2.1 (Payment Terms for Consumers): Consumers are required to make full payment of the Consumer's Charges for all services offered in the Application by the method selected at the time of booking, which may be cash or one of the automated payment methods available to you on the Application. Any payment pursuant to such selection is non-refundable and irrevocable. In any event, Grab pays, in part or in full, any Consumer Charges on your behalf related to your use of the Solutions, you are required to reimburse Grab the corresponding amount in the manner and deadline specified by Grab. So who's right? While Malaysians are moving towards a cashless society, some still love their loose notes. Especially RM50s that no one seems to want when change is involved. See also New malware uses Bluetooth to steal information from victims So who's right? Team Driver: 'I'm not a mobile ATM.' Team Passenger: 'You're a businessman providing a service, so be ready with cash.' Grab's T&Cs: 'Passengers, please prepare small change.' In truth, this was a case of poor communication wrapped in poor preparation — and it could've been avoided with a little pre-ride planning or a quick e-wallet scan. A little dash of tact would've gone a long way, too. Don't let RM50 waste your time and cost you your dignity If you're paying with cash, bring small notes. If you're a driver, a stash of RM1s or coins might save you time and tension (just kidding). If all else fails, just go cashless. QR is the new RM. After all, in ride-hailing — just like life — it pays to be prepared. And speaking of being prepared, the small change drama is just one of many daily hurdles PHV and delivery drivers face. Between back-to-back bookings, high-stress navigation, and dealing with unpredictable customers, their job isn't just demanding — it's draining. So before you hop into your next ride, here's a must-read for anyone behind the wheel: PHV driver/rider guide for Singaporeans: How being behind the wheel is killing you, and what you can do to stay alive and beat fatigue without hitting the brakes
Washington Post
a day ago
- Washington Post
Adults can go to Space Camp, too. It's awesome.
What it's like to be on the 9-month cruise around the world January 12, 2024
The National
2 days ago
- The National
Dubai Police recover Dh1.1m of diamonds after bag mix-up at airport
Dubai Police have successfully recovered a bag containing diamond jewellery worth Dh1.1 million ($300,000) after a merchant mistakenly picked up another passenger's luggage at the airport. The diamond merchant, a Dubai resident, was travelling to another Gulf country to take part in a trade exhibition. He was travelling with four bags of diamonds but one was mixed up and ended up with someone else. 'The merchant put the bags on the airport's scanner and [then] picked up the wrong bag by mistake,' the force said. "The bag was similar to one belonging to a passenger travelling to Bangladesh." The diamond dealer did not notice he had taken the wrong bag and found out only after arriving at his destination. 'The merchant was surprised when he opened the bag on arrival to see a pile of clothes," the police added. "He returned the bag quickly to Dubai and filed a case." Dubai Police used surveillance cameras at the airport to identify the passenger who had collected the dealer's bag. 'The Bangladeshi passenger took the merchant's bag by mistake thinking it was his because it was very similar,' they said. The authority managed to recover the diamonds with the help of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the UAE embassy in Dhaka and authorities in Bangladesh. The merchant thanked Dubai Police for their work in helping to return the bag. 'There are no words to thank the force for their efforts to recover the bag and the jewellery,' he said. "Dubai Police are keen to spread happiness among society."
CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
Douglas man dies following ATV crash in Scott Siding: N.B. RCMP
A sign for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is pictured on June 23, 2025. (CTV Atlantic / Avery MacRae) A Douglas, N.B., man has died following an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) crash in Scott Siding, N.B. The Western Valley Regional RCMP responded to a report of an ATV crash off Scott Siding Road just before 1 a.m. Monday. Police believe the 40-year-old driver lost control of his ATV, was ejected and died at the scene as a result of his injuries. The 12-year-old passenger did not suffer any injuries, according to police. An RCMP collision reconstructionist is assisting with the investigation, and an autopsy has been scheduled to determine the exact cause of the man's death. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
