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Cheeky monkey boldly snatches ang ku kueh from pastry stall at Punggol bus Interchange

A daring monkey disrupts a pastry stall, snatching sandwiches and red tortoise cakes with audacity.

At the Punggol Bus Interchange Station, its antics captivate onlookers, creating an unexpected spectacle of both mischief and fascination.

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SINGAPORE:  A lively commotion unfolded at a pastry stall as a wild monkey took center stage, boldly helping itself to sandwiches and red tortoise cakes (ang ku kueh).

Tranquility was shattered at the Punggol Bus Interchange as the pastry stall faced an unexpected disturbance, caused by an audacious macaque.

The monkey fearlessly seize sandwiches and red tortoise cakes, relishing its loot right in the vicinity.

The incident, which occurred on a Monday (7 Aug) close to 11 am was promptly captured and shared by vigilant netizens.

In the video, the female stall owner can be seen holding a box of pastries with a smile, but the monkeys were unwilling to take them.

However, the monkey had other plans, defying reluctance and helping itself to nearby delicacies.

Among its acquisitions was an Ang Ku Kueh, also referred to as a Red Tortoise Cake – a cherished traditional Chinese oval-shaped pastry.

With a sprightly leap from the table, the monkey distanced itself a few steps away from the stall, revealing an eager intent to relish its loot.

Employing its teeth, the monkey adroitly opened the plastic box. It then selected a kueh, skillfully removed the leaf wrapping, and proceeded to peel the red skin before indulging in the delectable fillings.

As the monkey savored its feast, it also garnered the attention of numerous onlookers.

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Monkeys possibly ventured into public spaces due to the loss of natural habitats

As reported by the Chinese media outlet Lianhe Zaobao, Mr Fu, the husband of the female stall owner (aged 60, a technician), recounted that his wife was occupied at the time. It was only when a customer alerted her that she became aware of a monkey entering the stall from behind.

“During the incident, my wife tried to shoo it away, but it was unresponsive. It boldly took away sandwiches and red tortoise cakes.”

“In the past, there were plentiful forests here, but were cleared for development. The monkeys might have ventured into public spaces due to the loss of their natural habitats, ” Mr Fu said.

An unnamed bus station employee noted that this was the first instance of monkey sightings they’d encountered. He expressed the wish that other monkey groups would not learn from this incident and start frequenting the area.

“With numerous students and passengers present, there’s the potential for harm.”

Not the first incident of monkey thievery

Instances of monkey theft have occurred in Singapore before.

In February of this year, a family residing in Punggol East reported monkeys entering their second-story flat through open windows in their absence. The monkeys took their food and left behind a mess.

In July of the previous year, residents of Punggol East raised concerns about macaques attempting to enter homes in their neighborhood, causing damage to property.

In June 2022, a group of over 10 macaques boldly stole bread and bananas from several shops in Block 658 at Punggol East.

The public urged to avoid feeding monkeys

According to the National Park Board (NParks), the long-tailed macaque is inherently curious and may explore residential homes or seek food.

However, NParks emphasizes that members of the public should refrain from feeding monkeys or any other wildlife they come across. Doing so diminishes the creatures’ natural inclination to forage in their forest habitat.

This action can lead to lasting consequences, as macaques play a role in seed dispersal by consuming fruits that naturally grow in the forest.

The seeds are more likely to germinate and thrive due to the nutrients present in the monkeys’ excrement.

Furthermore, if individuals encounter a monkey at home or outdoors, they are advised to remain composed and avoid making direct eye contact.

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House fire in Penang claims lives of 14 pet dogs, owner devastated

A house fire in Penang claimed the lives of 14 pet dogs, leaving the owner in deep grief. A viral TikTok video captured the tragedy, as the owner shared the emotional and financial toll of the incident, with the cause of the fire still under investigation.

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PENANG, MALAYSIA: A tragic house fire in Tanjung Bungah, Penang has claimed the lives of 14 pet dogs, leaving the owner mourning the loss of his beloved animals.

A viral TikTok video captured the heart-wrenching aftermath, showing the owner’s grief as he recounted the devastating incident.

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The worst tragedy in my life. My house burnt to ashes. 😭😭😭. Everything gone within an hour. I lost about 20k cash, training materials, banners, 2 professional dslr camera and equipments, commercial cooking equipments, commercial makeup learning equipments, canopy, mannequins, TV, blueray player, 2 hp, 3 laptops, my son’s ipad Pro 10, 1 pc, about 6 hardisks, 10 thumb drives, memory cards, 1 coffee machine, 1 coffee maker, letrik piano, exercise equipment, almost thousands of new and preloved novels, self development books, recipe books, IT Books, Law & Legal Books, skills development related to photography, makeup, tattoo, cooking, massage, entrepreneurship and etc books, 2 industrial fan, chiller, freezer, about 100+ academic/ appreciation certificates, reference letters, evaluation, recognition, modeling clothes, costumes, lingerie, 10 coat/ blazers, bags of ties, my business stocks like bliese perfume, air fresher, skincare product, toys, souvenirs, F&B, all my personal photo albums and belongings including all our clothes, puzzles, furnitures, book shelf, son’s toys and belongings, meditation/ yoga mate, crystals, rudraksha, grass cutting machine, water pressure pump, air purifier, water purifier, some jewelry, public gold coins and lots more…. But the worst of all is the lost of my 14 furrykids. My most precious children. All that I mentioned above is something I could rebuilt and recover. That I have to do for my 1 and only human son. But his siblings, my 14 children that perish in this unfortunate incident will not come back. This is an unbearable and unforgettable pain that will remain till the end of my life. 😭😭😭😭😭. An endless suffering in silent pain for me. 😭😭😭😭. #maheswaran #maheswaranmuthiah #furrykids #penang #malaysia #tragedy #crowdfund #pmx #chiefminister #chowkonyeow

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The fire allegedly occurred while the family was out for dinner, with no one present at home to rescue the pets.

The owner in response to concerning TikToker questions, speculated that the fire may have been caused by an electrical short circuit, but authorities have yet to confirm the exact cause, which remains under investigation.

In addition to the emotional toll, the fire also resulted in significant financial losses, with over RM20,000 (approximately US4,777) in cash and valuables destroyed.

“Everything was burnt to ashes within an hour,” the owner lamented.

While the dogs were not confined in cages, they were trapped inside the house, and despite neighbors being nearby, they were unable to intervene.

Firefighters on the scene advised bystanders to stay clear due to the risk of explosions.

The viral TikTok video has garnered widespread attention, with many netizens expressing their condolences and shock over the tragedy.

Comments on the post were filled with support, with some users reflecting on the irreplaceable loss of the pets and offering words of comfort.

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Panda knocks down zookeeper in Chongqing zoo, both unharmed

A panda named Ding Ding knocked down a zookeeper at Chongqing Zoo on 19 September, sparking concern after a video surfaced online. Both the caretaker and the panda were unharmed, and the zoo has continued normal operations.

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CHINA: On Thursday (19 September), a social media user shared a video showing a giant panda named Ding Ding (丁丁) knocking down a zookeeper at Chongqing Zoo.

In response to inquiries, zoo staff confirmed that both the zookeeper and the 9-year-old panda were unharmed and that Ding Ding continues to be exhibited as usual.

The video, circulated on Chinese social media platform Weibo, shows a zookeeper noticing that Ding Ding was attempting to escape through a partially open gate. The zookeeper rushed to close the gate, which produced a loud noise.

However, the gate wasn’t fully secured, and Ding Ding can be seen trying to open it again.

Visitors alerted the zookeeper, who rushed back to shut the gate.

This action seemingly agitated the panda, who then turned its attention toward the zookeeper.

During a brief chase, Ding Ding knocked down the zookeeper.

In the footage, some visitors can be heard advising others to stay calm and avoid shouting.

This is not the first such incident at the zoo.

In April 2024, another panda knocked over another zookeeper.

The zoo’s management reported that on 23 April, at around 2:00 PM, a zookeeper was guiding two pandas, Yu Ke (渝可) and Yu Ai (渝爱), to a feeding area when they chased and knocked the zookeeper down.

Fortunately, neither the zookeeper nor the pandas were injured.

Following that event, the zoo held a safety meeting and implemented stricter feeding protocols to prevent similar incidents.

Chongqing Zoo is home to 23 giant pandas.

According to Chongqing Daily, the panda enclosure, which has undergone three rounds of expansion and renovation, now covers nearly 20,000 square meters and is one of the earliest panda breeding centers in China.

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