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Straits Times
a day ago
- Straits Times
Another Stomper receives scam call from fake SGH staff, urges more awareness for elderly
Another Stomper receives scam call from fake SGH staff, urges more awareness for elderly Welcome to Stomping Ground - a space where Stompers share reflections, personal essays and social commentaries that spark conversation and insight. Yet another person has come forward about receiving a suspicious call from someone claiming to be from Singapore General Hospital (SGH). Stomper GC wanted to share her own experience after reading an earlier Stomp report on how a 71-year-old retiree outsmarted a scammer claiming to be from SGH. The 69-year-old said she received a call on her landline on June 5 from a man speaking in Mandarin and claiming to be from SGH. "I kept asking him to speak in English, but he insisted that in Singapore, the majority can speak Mandarin," recounted the Stomper, who is semi-retired. "I told him, 'No, you called me, so you speak English'. "He was unable to so I raised my voice to tell him to stop asking me to speak Mandarin." Before hanging up, the caller made a remark in Mandarin: "这么激动干嘛" ("Why so worked up?"), which the Stomper called "a great joke." GC said she later contacted SGH's official hotline to check if similar scams had been reported and was told that the hospital was aware of such incidents. She was asked if she had shared any personal information with the scammer. "I told SGH that I did not give them the chance to ask me anything as I had insisted throughout that I wanted to communicate in English only," she said. "My objective in calling SGH was not just to check, but to urge them to raise more awareness among their patients. "Many elderly people at home, who may only speak Mandarin, are their patients and can easily fall prey to such scams." For more information on scams, members of the public can visit or call the ScamShield helpline at 1799. Have your say on Stomping Ground! Write in to us at stomp@ or WhatsApp 9384 3761. Click here to contribute a story or submit it to our WhatsApp Get more of Stomp's latest updates by following us on:
USA Today
2 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Metro by T-Mobile promises no price hikes until 2029
Metro by T-Mobile promises no price hikes until 2029 Lock in your rate for 5 years, plus get extra perks with Metro by T-Mobile's new offers. In today's economy, where prices on everything from groceries to gas continue to rise, finding ways to cut costs is more important than ever. If you're looking for a way to save on your monthly phone bill, Metro by T-Mobile is stepping up with a rare and valuable offer: a 5-year price guarantee on select prepaid wireless plans. With inflation impacting everyday essentials, Metro's long-term price protection is a game-changer. It gives customers peace of mind and predictable monthly costs—something that's much harder to find in today's market. This offer is especially appealing for: Prepaid customers who want flexibility without sacrificing value who want flexibility without sacrificing value Students looking for affordable, reliable service looking for affordable, reliable service Working families trying to manage monthly expenses To take advantage of the 5-Year Price Guarantee, check out the eligible plans from Metro by T-Mobile below. Whether you're switching carriers or upgrading your current plan, this is one of the most budget-friendly wireless options available right now. 5-Year Price Guarantee at Metro by T-Mobile Metro by T-Mobile is offering locked-in pricing for five full years—a standout deal in the wireless industry. That means the price you pay when you sign up today is the same price you'll pay next month, next year, and all the way through 2029. No surprise hikes and no hidden fees. 1. What is the Metro Starter Plan? Just $25 per line for 4 lines with AutoPay ($105 total first month) Unlimited talk, text and 10GB high-speed data Includes T-Mobile Tuesdays and Scam Shield Free 5G phone: No number porting required Explore the Metro Starter Plan 2. What is the Metro Starter Plus (The $40 Period Plan) Plan? $40 flat rate: No AutoPay, no hidden fees No AutoPay, no hidden fees Unlimited talk, text and 5G data Includes MLB TV, MLS Season Pass, T-Mobile Tuesdays, Scam Shield 2-line deal: $65 per month with 2 Samsung Galaxy A15 5G phones Explore the Metro Starter Plus Plan 3. What is the Metro Flex Unlimited Plan? $30 per line for 4 lines with AutoPay ($125 total first month) Unlimited talk, text and data + 8GB hotspot Free phone + annual upgrades after 12 months Includes 100GB Google One, Scam Shield, T-Mobile Tuesdays Explore the Metro Flex Unlimited Plan 4. What is the Metro Flex Unlimited Plus Plan? Adds $250+ in value at a $10 per month lower price All Flex Unlimited perks, plus: Amazon Prime Membership ($14.99 per month value) 25GB hotspot, HD streaming Tablet and smartwatch connectivity for just $5 per mo Unlimited texting to 210+ countries Explore the Metro Flex Unlimited Plus Plan Prepaid customers are sometimes overlooked in the wireless world but Metro by T-Mobile is offering affordable plans with premium perks, powerful phones and prices that won't get inflated. Check out the quality phone service plans to help you stay connected today. Sign up for Metro by T-Mobile
Straits Times
5 days ago
- Straits Times
Woman who spent over $262,000 using stolen credit card credentials arrested while trying to buy jewellery
Woman who spent over $262,000 using stolen credit card credentials arrested while trying to buy jewellery A 48-year-old woman was arrested for her suspected involvement in making unauthorised transactions of more than $262,000 using another person's credit card credentials. The police said they received several reports on June 11, from victims of Government Official Impersonation Scams (GOIS) who were deceived by scammers posing as staff members from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). Money belonging to the victims was purportedly transferred to a credit card, which was then used to make unauthorised transactions. Through follow-up investigations, officers from the Commercial Affairs Department established the identity of the credit card owner and discovered that he was also a victim of a GOIS. He had been instructed to apply for a credit card and handed the credit card credentials to the scammer. The credit card was eventually traced to a 48-year-old woman, who was arrested on June 14 while attempting to make a purchase at a jewellery store. Preliminary investigations revealed that the woman had allegedly provisioned the credit card credentials on her mobile phone app and made several fraudulent purchases of gold bars and jewellery, with the intention of handing them over to the scammers. The woman will be charged in court on June 16 with abetment by conspiracy to commit cheating, which carries an imprisonment term of up to 10 years and a fine. The police advise merchants and sales staff to be vigilant and adopt correct card acceptance procedures when processing credit or debit card transactions. They should look out for the name and security features on the card face and contact their processing bank immediately for advice if they detect anything suspicious. Credit or debit cardholders are advised to call their card-issuing banks immediately if they notice any discrepancies or if their cards are lost or stolen. You should also not give out card details to strangers, and adopt measures such as activating SMS notifications for charges and checking your bank statements. For more information on scams, visit or call the ScamShield helpline at 1799. Anyone with information on such scams may call the police hotline at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at All information will be kept strictly confidential. Click here to contribute a story or submit it to our WhatsApp Get more of Stomp's latest updates by following us on:
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Don't let scammers kill this love: Only buy Blackpink tickets from Ticketmaster, say Singapore police
SINGAPORE, June 13 — As excitement builds for Blackpink's upcoming concert in Singapore, fans — known as Blinks — are being urged to stay sharp and steer clear of ticket resellers. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) issued a stern warning today, reminding fans that Ticketmaster is the one and only authorised platform for ticket sales. The reminder comes amid growing concern over concert scams, especially after more than S$658,000 (RM2.18 million) was lost to fake ticket sales during Taylor Swift's tour earlier this year. Over 1,050 police reports were made in that case alone. Here's the deal: Blackpink tickets are non-transferable. That means any offer you see on platforms like Carousell, Facebook Marketplace, TikTok, or Telegram is likely a scam. Ticketmaster won't allow resales, and anyone caught with a resale ticket will be denied entry at the Singapore Sports Hub — with zero chance of a refund. The SPF is actively working with online platforms to take down suspicious listings, but scammers are still out there. Many are known to use fake screenshots, doctored videos, or bogus receipts to trick buyers. Some fans only discover they've been duped when the seller ghosts them — or worse, when their ticket doesn't scan at the gate. If a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is. Protect yourself, your wallet, and your K-pop dreams by buying only through official channels. For tips on spotting scams, visit the ScamShield website. Blackpink will be performing in Singapore on November 29 and 30, 2025, at the Singapore National Stadium as part of their Deadline World Tour.
The Star
13-06-2025
- The Star
Buy Blackpink tickets from only Ticketmaster to avoid getting scammed, say Singapore police
Ticketmaster is the only authorised platform for tickets to the shows on Nov 29 and Nov 30 at the National Stadium. - YG ENTERTAINMENT SINGAPORE: Those with an eye on tickets to K-pop girl group Blackpink's concerts in November should buy them only on Ticketmaster, said the police on June 12. Ticketmaster is the only authorised platform for tickets to the shows on Nov 29 and Nov 30 at the National Stadium. The police's advisory comes after the pre-sale for Blackpink's Singapore concerts began on June 10 and the Visa Infinite pre-sale started on June 11. General sales kick off on June 13 at 11am. Tickets range from S$168 to $428, excluding booking fees. A check by The Straits Times on online marketplace Carousell on June 12 showed listings for tickets priced as high as $1,700. The police added that at least 1,050 reports of scams were lodged involving tickets to Taylor Swift's concert in 2024, with losses totalling at least $658,000. Victims of such scams came across advertisements for concert tickets on messaging and social media platforms, where scammers sometimes showed screenshots or videos of fake tickets to convince them that the tickets were real. Conmen also claimed there were limited numbers of tickets, which were on sale only for a short period, and promised to deliver the tickets to the victims after successful payment. In cases where victims did not receive their concert tickets, scammers claimed they did not receive payment and asked for more money. These victims realised they had been scammed only when the scammers did not deliver the tickets or became uncontactable, while some of those who received their tickets discovered that their tickets were invalid at concert venues. Those who are found with resale tickets will be turned away from the concert at the Singapore Sports Hub, with no refund, said the police. Ticketmaster's terms and conditions for the sale of these tickets state clearly that tickets cannot be transferred or resold. The police added that it has reached out to platforms like Carousell, Facebook Marketplace and TikTok to remove listings for resale tickets. Also, tickets would typically only be issued to buyers via their Ticketmaster account about two weeks before the event. Ticketmaster will never issue tickets via e-mail. 'The public should also be wary of resellers claiming to be able to transfer their tickets to your Ticketmaster account after purchase, as the tickets are strictly not transferrable,' said the police. To avoid falling for such scams, buyers should use the ScamShield app and set security features, such as transaction limits for internet banking, the police added. If they are unsure if something is a scam, they can call the ScamShield helpline on 1799. They can also check the legitimacy of suspicious phone numbers, messages and website links through the ScamShield app. For more information on scams, visit - The Straits Times/ANN
