Tag: Johor Bahru
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Accountant Loses RM138,000 to Fake Investment Scheme in Johor Baru
Overview of the Incident A 60-year-old accountant in Johor Baru became the latest victim of a convincing fake investment scheme that promised unusually high profits. The incident underscores how sophisticated scammers can manipulate trusted professionals and exploit the lure of quick financial gains. Local police are advising residents to stay vigilant and verify investment opportunities…
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Accountant Loses RM138,000 to Fake Investment Scheme in Johor Bahru
Overview of the Incident An accountant from Johor Bahru became the latest victim of a polished, high-profit investment scam, losing more than RM138,000. The case highlights the aggressive tactics used by fraudsters to lure individuals with promises of rapid returns and risk-free profits. Local authorities are urging residents to exercise heightened caution when approached by…
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Johor Bahru’s RTS Link Boosts JB Malls: Will Shoppers Bite?
Overview: A new era for JB shopping and living Johor Bahru is entering a bold phase of retail transformation as developers roll out high-rise shopping malls integrated with hotels and residences. With the RTS Link (Rapid Transit System) set to improve cross-border travel to Singapore, developers see potential upside for downtown JB and its surrounding…
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Johor Bahru’s RTS Link Boom: Will New Malls Draw Shoppers to JB’s Downtown Core?
Shaping a Retail Renaissance in Johor Bahru The landscape around downtown Johor Bahru is poised for a significant transformation as a wave of high-rise shopping malls—each integrated with hotels and residential towers—prep for openings and revamps. This retail rebirth is closely tied to the impending Johor-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link (RTS Link), a cross-border transport…
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Will RTS Link Boost JB Malls? New and Upgraded Shopping Complexes Aim to Cash In
Riding the RTS Wave: JB’s Shopping Revival The impending completion or upgrade of the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link between Johor Bahru and Singapore has become more than a transport project; it’s shaping the retail landscape of downtown JB. Developers are racing to align retail, hospitality, and residential spaces to capture cross-border foot traffic, spur…
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Johor health screenings lure Singaporeans with cost savings and shorter wait times
Cross-border health screening gains momentum Rising costs and delayed appointments in Singapore have pushed some residents to look beyond the city-state for essential health screenings. In particular, Johor, just across the Causeway, has become a popular option for routine cancer tests and general screenings. Clinics and private hospitals in Iskandar Puteri and nearby towns advertise…