Deaths in police custody surged by nearly 55% over the past two years.
Meanwhile, Suaram says the number of deaths in prisons decreased for the same period.
However, the organization assured that transparency regarding deaths in custody has improved, as the gap between media reports compared to government statistics is narrowing.
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Be careful of job scams that typically involve part-time job offers.
Police explained that offers that are too easy, such as tasks involving likes, shares, or online purchases...have become a popular scam tactic.
Perpetrators often target those looking for additional income.
In fact, over 10,300 cases were recorded nationwide since January last year involving losses of over 250 million ringgit.
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And the Pharmacist's Society is concerned over social media ads suggesting that the public does not need to consult a pharmacist before purchasing or using certain health-related products.
Its president explained that even if a product falls within the non-poison category, such messaging can be misleading, irresponsible, and potentially even harmful.
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