“KARANG GUNIIII!” the karang guni man would holler, occasionally pausing to honk his familiar squeaky horn.

No matter where you lived, you could hear him as he made his rounds. My sister and I would look forward to his visits, and mimic his call ourselves, much to the consternation of our mother.

From our vantage point, standing on the sofa to look out of the window, we could sometimes see our neighbours and other neighbourhood residents coming down, carting along a fascinating assortment of pre-loved goods.

They would bring it to the karang guni man, who would take it off their hands in exchange for a token sum.

I regret never actually participating in such an exchange. My mother was something of a minimalist long before the world knew who Marie Kondo was, and she was always quick to clear out anything that might be considered clutter.

Now sadly, the karang guni man has become an extremely rare sight in Singapore’s neighbourhoods. You might still see one now and again, but it’s no longer a common childhood experience.

That is, until Shark revived the concept with their vacuum trade-in campaign.

Trade in and upgrade to Shark’s latest range of cordless vacuums

Shark, America's No.1 Floorcare Brand, recently launched its latest range of cordless vacuums.

They are designed to take the hassle out of everyday cleaning with smarter cleaning technology and easier maintenance.

​​Their latest range of powerful cordless vacuums, including the Shark PowerClean360, Shark BOOST+ and Shark BOOST, tackles common cleaning frustrations with Reverse Clean Technology, which picks up dirt on both the forward and backward pass.

This gives you twice the clean in every pass and potentially halves the time spent cleaning.

It also features Anti-Hair Wrap Technology to prevent hair and fur from tangling around the brushroll, smart sensors that automatically adjust suction where more power is needed, and an Auto-Empty System that takes care of the mess once you’re done cleaning.

So, if your current cleaning appliance is due for an upgrade, here’s your chance.

From Sep. 4 to 6 and Sep. 11 to 13, don’t be surprised if you hear the familiar call or the horn around your neighbourhood.

Shark is bringing a modern karang guni to Singaporeans with its special fleet of Karang Guni trucks at 24 stops across six neighbourhoods, over the six days mentioned earlier.

Bring down and trade in any old cleaning appliance to unlock an exclusive offer available only at the Shark Karang Guni truck.

Trade-in offers are limited at each stop and available on a first-come, first-served basis, while stocks last. This is limited to one vacuum purchase.

And yes, whether the vacuum is working or not, you can bring it down and trade it in.

With limited trade-in offers available at each stop, check the schedule below to find out when the Shark Karang Guni truck is coming your way.

Remember, the truck will only accept vacuums. Please don’t bring down old washing machines or mops.

How it works

Trade in your old vacuum cleaner of any brand and in any condition, and secure the discount.

Payments must be made via credit card at the truck. Cash, nets, and American Express (AMEX) are not accepted.

Once payment has been confirmed, they can collect the vacuum on the spot.

Not ready to trade in just yet? Drop by anyway.

Still deciding whether it’s time for an upgrade? You don’t have to trade anything in to join the fun.

Drop by the Shark Karang Guni truck, soak in the nostalgic neighbourhood vibes and enjoy a free coconut water while stocks last.

You can also get a closer look at Shark’s latest cordless vacuum range before deciding whether it’s time to make the switch.

The days of the karang guni man may be over, but Shark is paying tribute to his legacy, if only for a little while.

The next time you’re dust-busting with your new vacuum cleaner and enjoying a spic-and-span house, spare a thought for the older gentleman and his cry of “KARANG GUNIIII!”, and his indelible mark on our country’s history.

This branded article by Shark makes this writer want to clean his house ASAP.

A father in Malaysia who was supposed to attend his 10-year-old son's martial arts competition suddenly passed away just days before the event.

The son eventually performed at his father's funeral to bid him a final farewell.

According to Sin Chew Daily, the boy performed earnestly as relatives looked on.

Brain haemorrhage

According to Sin Chew, 45-year-old Chen Junyuan died suddenly from a brain haemorrhage on Aug. 28.

He leaves behind his wife, a son, and two daughters.

His widow, Lin Wenyun, reportedly decided to donate her husband's organs to help patients in need.

The organ donations are expected to benefit 10 patients.

After learning of the family's plight, Malacca City Member of Parliament Khoo Poay Tiong allocated RM10,000 (S$3,147) to the family to help ease their financial burden.

The family is expected to receive RM1,000 (S$314) per month.

The family is also reportedly receiving assistance from social security agencies.

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) is working to collect DNA samples of the Singaporeans who remain missing in the Nepal floods.

The police have reached out to their next of kin to get the samples, which may help in identifying the victims, they said in response to Mothership's queries.

This work is also part of Singapore's efforts to support the Nepali authorities in their ongoing disaster relief and victim identification operations.

A total of nine Singaporeans have been reported missing after devastating flash floods swept through Nepal's border region with Tibet on Aug. 26.

According to The Straits Times, they have been identified as Rengarajan Prabu, Shalinny Deavy Elan Sozan, Subramaniam Diraviam, Rajesvaran Ayyavoo, Estee Loeh, Ghosh Aditi, Ng Kit Kuen, Shubakshi Rawla, and Sumit Rawla.

At least 1,200 people have died in Nepal, and more than 4,200 are missing, BBC reported on Sep. 2, citing Nepal's disaster agency.

"Of the bodies we have recovered so far, more than half are beyond recognition," a Nepali police officer told Reuters on Aug. 30.

The DNA testing process

On Aug. 29, Nepali Prime Minister Balendra Shah said the government would preserve DNA samples and other identifying information from victims whose bodies cannot be identified before their remains are handled by the state.

The government would handle only unidentified bodies, while those identified by their families would be handed over to relatives.

In a Sep. 2 notice, the Nepali police explained that DNA samples collected for testing should preferably be provided by the closest first-degree relative, namely, a parent or child.

If the family member lives abroad, the police requested that they go through their DNA profiling in their country of residence, then send a soft copy of the DNA profile along with a passport-size photograph to the Nepali police for comparison purposes.

Police contingent deployed

The Singapore police also sent a contingent to support the Nepali authorities in their disaster relief efforts.

The SPF shared in a Sep. 3 news release that the effort is in line with Nepal's request.

A team of 17 officers from SPF and two officers from the Health Sciences Authority’s (HSA) Forensic Medicine Division departed for Nepal on Sep. 1 and 2.

Another team of 14 officers will be deployed over the next few days to supplement the relief efforts.

The full contingent of 33 members also includes officers specialising in Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) and aerial surveillance.

A 59-year-old man was arrested on Sep. 1 after being suspected of loanshark harassment.

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) said it was alerted to the incident around 8:55pm on Aug. 31, at a residential unit along Choa Chu Kang Avenue 5.

The man had scattered the resident's shoes on the floor outside the unit.

He also left a bicycle lock on the shoe rack.

With further investigations, police later identified the man through images from police cameras. He was found and arrested the day after the incident.

From preliminary investigations, he is believed to be involved in other cases of loanshark harassment as well.

The man will be charged in court on Sep. 3 under the Moneylenders Act 2008.

For first time offenders, the offence of loanshark harassment carries a fine between S$5,000 and S$50,000, with imprisonment of up to five years and caning of up to six strokes.

The police urges members of the public to stay away from loansharks and not work with or assist them in any way.

Members of the public can call '999' if they suspect or know of anyone who could be involved in loansharking activities.

A private-hire vehicle driver in Singapore was fined S$650 for loitering and looking for customers around HarbourFront Centre's taxi stand.

Feedback regarding the touting incident on Mar. 31, 2024, was submitted to the Land Transport Authority (LTA).

Asked for S$65

The driver, Steven Gan Teck Guan, had asked for S$65 in exchange for providing a ride.

He was charged with loitering for the purpose of soliciting passengers.

He was convicted after he contested the charge.

He was not represented by a lawyer.

A judgment for the case was made available online on Sep. 2.

Fare pegged to displayed app price

Ranjit Singh Manjit Singh was in the taxi stand queue at HarbourFront Centre following a trip to Batam, Indonesia.

He testified that Gan had told people waiting in line that the queue was long.

Singh added that Gan offered a ride, and provided a fare price upon request.

He asked Gan if he provided a taxi service.

Gan replied that he would charge the premium price listed in the Grab app.

Singh's app showed the price was S$65.

He asked Gan if he was touting.

Both men engaged in a verbal exchange.

Gan said he studied law.

Singh took photos of Gan's vehicle and sent them with feedback to LTA, noting that Gan's vehicle was parked at the taxi bay.

Driver's defence

Gan argued that he did not fall for the "trap" after LTA fabricated the story and conspired with Singh to entice him.

Gan said Singh communicated with him first.

He then responded with a fare that Singh rejected.

What footage showed

Surveillance footage from 5:30pm to 6:15pm that day showed Gan at the location for more than half an hour.

He was seen walking at the area people were waiting for taxis.

The judge said the evidence showed Gan was not there to fulfil any bookings.

The court heard that the investigation officer confirmed with four ride-hailing firms, Grab, Gojek, Tada and Ryde Technologies, that Gan did not have any bookings between 5pm and 6:30pm that day.

Claimed he was waiting for personal job

Gan said he was waiting for a personal job and walked around due to his diabetes, arthritis and gout.

He told LTA he would wait for passengers who had personal bookings and ride-hail bookings.

He later claimed his statement was not totally true, but did not elaborate.

Gan also said Singh approached him first, but Singh disputed that claim.

Gan claimed that Singh offered S$50, but Gan rejected it, saying that he had an appointment and Singh should make a booking with Grab.

Gan said his personal customer did not show up and he drove off.

What judge found

The judge eventually found Singh's evidence to be credible and rejected Gan's explanation that he was waiting for a personal job.

Gan had agreed that he had no evidence to show he had customers that day, but claimed that he knew many passengers from Indonesia as he previously drove a minibus.

He claimed that he had met his customer in a toilet, but could not remember the date he had met his customer and also testified that his customer did not give any precise time for his arrival in Singapore.

The judge rejected Gan's claim that LTA and Singh had fabricated the incident.

The prosecution sought a fine of S$700.

This was justifiable as the composition or out-of-court fine LTA had previously offered was S$500.

The LTA prosecutors said that they would have sought a S$600 fine, had Gan pleaded guilty.

The judge imposed a fine of S$650 given Gan's conduct and the fact that Singh felt that the situation could worsen.

Gan is out on bail pending appeal.

The payment has been stayed.

If he cannot pay the fine, he will serve two days' jail in default.

A first-time offender who solicits or loiters to solicit passengers can be jailed for up to three months or fined up to S$1,000, or both.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will commit S$220 million over three years to strengthen Singapore's fintech ecosystem, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said on Aug. 31.

The investment, part of a renewed fourth iteration of the Financial Sector Technology and Innovation (FSTI) scheme first launched in 2015, aims to speed up innovation and technology adoption across the financial sector, according to a MAS media release.

Gan, who is also Trade and Industry Minister, said:

"Over the years, the Financial Sector Technology and Innovation Scheme, or FSTI, has helped to build a strong fintech ecosystem in Singapore. We now have more than 1,800 fintech firms employing close to 10,000 people. With AI and other frontier technologies emerging, we want to capture new growth opportunities."

What FSTI 4.0 covers

The scheme is built around four goals: anchoring and scaling innovation in Singapore, speeding up the development and adoption of frontier technologies, building up technology infrastructure, and growing talent for the fintech ecosystem.

Gan, who is also MAS chairman, elaborated:

"First, we will deepen Singapore's base of innovation capabilities. We will support firms to set up dedicated teams for research and product development, and anchor technology leadership in Singapore. We will also help fintechs attract capital and scale into regional and global markets. Second, we will help financial institutions and fintechs move promising solutions from experimentation into commercial deployment. Third, we will support shared technology infrastructure and platforms to help the financial sector lower development costs, speed up technology adoption, and lift productivity. Fourth, we will strengthen the talent pipeline by supporting 1,000 fintech internships over the next three years."

Six tracks under FSTI 4.0

The scheme will be implemented through six tracks.

The Manpower track helps fintech firms bring in young talent by co-funding internship stipends. MAS is targeting at least 1,000 fintech internships over the next three years, with a new FinTech Internship Portal run by the Singapore FinTech Association (SFA) matching firms with students from institutes of higher learning.

The Institution Project track backs Singapore-based financial institutions and fintech firms working on frontier technologies like AI, distributed ledger technology, and quantum technology.

The AI Pathfinder track supports the rollout of market-ready AI fintech solutions listed on PathFin.ai, making it easier for financial institutions to adopt them and work directly with AI solution providers.

PathFin.ai is a MAS-run platform that connects financial institutions, AI companies and industry players, helping them figure out where AI can be useful, learn from what others have tried, and find the resources to adopt it responsibly.

The Infrastructure and Platform track funds shared systems and platforms that the financial sector can tap on, with the aim of making the industry more efficient and strengthening Singapore's role in shaping global financial standards.

The Centre of Excellence track aims to bring the high-value work of major global financial institutions and fintech firms to Singapore, spanning areas like AI, quantum computing and digital assets.

The MAS FinTech Awards track keeps Singapore on the map as a fintech hub through the Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) FinTech Excellence Awards and the Global FinTech Hackcelerator (GFH).

A new GFH Scale-up Grant will help eligible finalists further develop and validate their solutions after the competition.

This can then help them to attract private investment, scale their business and strengthen their presence in Singapore.

Why young talent matters

When asked why building a pipeline of young talent was important, Gan pointed to how quickly the sector is changing.

He said:

"It is always important for us to continue to invest in our people, to continue to build a pipeline of talent. This is particularly critical in fintech industry because this is a new and emerging industry. It is also evolving very rapidly with the emergence of AI and frontier technologies. As you can imagine, the talent that we need and the capability we need to build is going to be very critical for the growth of this sector."

On AI as a priority

Quantum technology had its own dedicated track under the previous iteration of the scheme, but is now grouped with AI and distributed ledger technology.

When asked which frontier technologies MAS is prioritising, Gan said the scope was being kept open, with AI serving as a foundation.

He said:

"We are keeping our scope quite open because AI is horizontal, so it provides a baseline to support the transformation of our financial industries, including fintech. This is an emerging technology, and all of us have to have a handle on this. That is why we focus a lot of our attention on building AI capability."

On competing with other financial hubs

When asked how the scheme would help Singapore compete with regional rivals like Hong Kong, Gan said the financial sector was competitive but not a zero-sum game.

He added that Singapore competes not just with Hong Kong, but with the rest of the world.

He also noted that as Singapore improves, other financial centres do too, which in turn pushes Singapore to raise its own game further.

He added: “It's not a zero-sum game. We compete, but I think the industry, the development of industry, will benefit all countries in the financial sector."

Singapore's finTech sector today

Singapore currently hosts over 1,800 fintech firms, with close to 10,000 people working across technology, data, AI, compliance, cybersecurity and business roles.

Fintech investment here reached S$2.9 billion in 2025.

A 68-year-old man died after a fire broke out at a flat in Lorong Lew Lian estate in Upper Serangoon on Sep. 1.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the fire at Block 8 Lorong Lew Lian at about 2:45pm on Tuesday.

When firefighters arrived, black smoke was seen coming from a third-floor unit.

An unconscious man was found in the living room during the firefighting operation.

Firefighters brought him out of the unit and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before he was taken to hospital.

The fire, which involved the contents of the living room, was extinguished using one water jet, SCDF said in a Facebook post.

Neighbour recalled last encounter with the man

In an interview with Shin Min Daily News, a neighbour who lived on the same floor said the man had a wife and three daughters.

The neighbour said that about two years ago, the man had a disagreement with his wife, after which she moved in with one of their children.

His personality changed drastically after that and he began hoarding items in the flat.

The neighbour also recalled that the unit was often kept very dark, with the lights switched off when she passed by.

The man would frequently light candles to illuminate the home, she observed.

He would also occasionally move things around in the middle of the night, she added, saying that he apologised after she spoke to him about it.

The neighbour also described their relationship as being almost like that between a father and daughter.

At around 6am on the morning of the fire, she saw him arranging items along the corridor while she was taking her 10-year-old son to school.

The man told her son: “You’re a good boy. Your future will be bright.”

The man's wife was also deeply shocked when she heard about his death, the neighbour further revealed.

When Shin Min returned to the block on Sep. 2, a strong burnt smell could still be detected.

Workers were also seen clearing belongings from the affected flat.

The unit appeared to be heavily cluttered, with items filling much of the living space.

94-year-old woman carried downstairs

According to Shin Min, a 94-year-old woman who lived next door to the affected unit escaped her flat barefoot with the help of a walking stick before a firefighter carried her downstairs.

When reporters arrived at the scene on Sep. 1, the woman, surnamed Huang, was spotted sitting downstairs with several volunteers attending to her.

Huang said she rushed out of her flat after seeing thick smoke.

In the process, she forgot to put on her shoes and take her hearing aid and keys.

As the affected flat was located near the lift, she was only able to make it as far as the staircase before a firefighter carried her downstairs.

Although Huang initially told those around her that she was fine, she later experienced some tightness in her chest.

Volunteers persuaded her to seek medical attention, after which she went to hospital for a medical examination.

"Very unfortunate and sad"

In a Facebook post on Sep. 1, Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC Member of Parliament (MP) Seah Kian Peng described the man's death as "very unfortunate and sad".

"I have known him for many years now and, in fact, last saw him not so long ago,” he wrote.

Describing the resident as "friendly", Seah said the man had lived in the block for many years and would be missed.

He added that agencies were working together to assist residents affected or inconvenienced by the fire.

He also thanked SCDF for its quick response, as well as the neighbours who helped those impacted.

A Good Samaritan was spotted lying prone on the ground to support the head of an elderly man who had fallen.

Property agent Kenny Seah heard the commotion, filmed the act of kindness and later posted it online.

Speaking to Mothership, Seah said the incident took place on Aug. 29, 2026, near Block 254A Serangoon Central Drive at about 10:30am.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) confirmed with Mothership that they received a call for assistance and conveyed one person to Sengkang General Hospital.

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Elderly man fell down

Seah said he was speaking to a resident while conducting a property roadshow when he suddenly heard a “pop” sound.

He looked over and saw an elderly man lying on his back on the ground in front of a stall, with a few people already tending to him.

The elderly man appeared to have "very little response", Seah said.

Within less than five minutes, Seah said he saw a gentleman run over from a nearby playground to examine the man.

The man then apparently lay himself down on the ground and stretched out his arms to support and hold the elderly man’s head steady.

"It was a very hot day, and the elderly man was lying directly under the sun," Seah said, adding that one passer-by used an umbrella to provide shade for him while another fanned him.

Another person arrived with a blood-pressure monitor to check the elderly man’s blood pressure, he said.

Stayed with the man until ambulance arrived

Seah added that the man remained beside the elderly man, holding his head and staying with him for about 20 minutes until the ambulance arrived.

"The medical personnel assessed the elderly man and carefully lifted him. Only then did the gentleman release his hands," Seah said.

He added that the elderly man’s head was bleeding, and the medics bandaged it before placing him on a stretcher chair.

When approached by Seah's colleague, who told him that she had taken a photograph of him while he was helping the elderly man, he shook his head and declined.

He then walked back towards the nearby playground, where a child was waiting for him, Seah said.

"What struck me most was that he didn’t appear to be looking for attention or recognition. He saw someone who needed help, ran over, stayed with him and supported his head until the ambulance arrived — and then quietly walked away," he said.

"That’s what made me decide to record and share the moment. I felt that this was an act of genuine kindness that deserved to be seen."

Looking to spend some quality family time during the Mid-Autumn Festival and reminisce about your childhood?

You’re just in time for the Mid-Autumn Family FUN (MAFF) event from Sep. 19 to 20.

Held at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) and Singapore Conference Hall (SCH), it is an annual event organised by SCCC and the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO).

Members of the public will be able to enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including a Mid-Autumn rooftop installation and free programmes such as mooncake tasting, lantern walks and cultural performances.

There will also be ticketed hands-on workshops, where eligible Singapore citizens can use their SG Culture Pass credits to offset ticket costs for eligible MAFF 2026 programmes.

Here’s what you can expect at the festival.

Free cultural activities

Below are some activities that will let you soak in the Mid-Autumn vibes, all without the need for a dime.

Bit Bit Forest Mid-Autumn Light Up!

Looking to post more aesthetic photos on Instagram or other social media platforms? Head up to the SCCC Roof Garden to discover the Bit Bit Forest installation, featuring four lighted giant inflatable bunnies that make for a whimsical photo backdrop.

There will also be one bunny unique to Singapore, all dressed up in a kebaya which you can find at the Concourse.

The installation will be on display from 10am to 10pm from Sep. 11 to Dec. 13 at the SCCC Roof Garden and Concourse.

Mass Lantern Walk: Talking to the Moon

No Mid-Autumn festival is complete without a lantern walk and this one is no exception.

Go on an adventure and follow a story as you make your way from one pit stop to another, taking part in fun tasks along the way.

Families will also get to visit an SCDF fire station and pick up some fire safety tips as part of the journey.

Registration for the Mass Lantern Walk begins at 7pm at SCHl on a first-come, first-served basis, capped at 80 participants each day.

Each participant will also get a lantern for free.

Amazing Moongazing

In the evenings, from 7pm to 9pm on both days, the ITE College East Astronomy Club will be on hand at the SCCC roof garden with telescopes for a closer look at the moon.

And if you’re lucky, you may even get the chance to spot stars and planets in the night sky.

To add to the atmosphere, you can even enjoy music by local singer-songwriter Jason Yu.

The Hanfu Wardrobe Corner

If you would like a colourful souvenir to remember the day’s fun, you can dress up in a Hanfu (traditional Chinese attire) and snap a photo at the photo booth at SCCC Multi-Purpose Hall, Level 7.

The Activities Village

You’ll find two craft stations at SCCC Concourse, Level 1 and Singapore Conference Hall’s Exhibition Halls respectively.

Make your own Rabbit Ear Headband at SCCC or a colourful Cellophane Fan at Singapore Conference Hall from 1pm to 7pm on both days.

Dreams Under One Moon

Made your own cellophane fan at The Activities Village booth located at the Exhibition Halls of the Singapore Conference Hall?

Why not bring your artpiece and have it illuminated against different forest-themed backdrops at SCCC Practice Room, Level 10?

You can even catch an immersive theatre performance happening at selected timings on both days:

• 2:30pm to 3pm
• 4pm to 4:30pm
• 5:30pm to 6pm

Ticketed programmes

If you don’t mind paying for some programmes, here’s what you can look forward to, from performances to craft and even tea.

A Voyage of Voices: Moonbound

On Sep. 19, from 3pm to 4:15pm and 7:30pm to 8:45pm, get entertained by an interactive concert of moon-inspired music with Principal Conductor Quek Ling Kiong playing the role of Ah De in Moonbound at the SCO Concert Hall.

The concert will celebrate Singapore’s diversity through the sights, sounds, flavours and emotions of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Expect a riddle solving segment, and a chance to catch SCO’s soloists in works such as Singapore Pie and Pelayaran.

The Makers' Loft: Nagomi Art Workshop

Still looking to get a more hands-on experience during the festivities?

Head to the Multi-Purpose Hall on Level 7 of SCCC for a relaxing Pastel Nagomi Art workshop.

Using soft pastels and the technique of drawing with fingers, you get to create your very own Pastel Nagomi Art piece while exploring this gentle art technique.

This workshop will run on both days, from 1pm to 2:30pm and 3pm to 4:30pm.

The Makers' Loft: Tea Whisking & Painting Workshop

If you want to understand more about the history behind tea preparation, you can join the Tea Whisking and Painting workshop also held at the SCCC’s Level 7 Multi-Purpose Hall.

Taking place only on Sep. 19 from 5pm to 5:45pm and 6:15pm to 7pm.

This is your chance to pick up the traditional art of Chinese Song-style tea whisking using traditional techniques and antique tea bowls.

You could also team up with your family and friends to complete tasks on a stamp rally card.

Once you fill it up, there’s a treat from Old Chang Kee waiting to be redeemed.

There are also more activities to choose from and mooncake sampling if you get hungry midway through the day. You can also catch a delightful line-up of performances at Concourse which include engaging storytelling sessions, children's showcases, traditional dance performances, and other cultural acts.

Time to plan out a day of fun by selecting your favourite activities.

For more information, check out this link.

This branded article by Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre made this writer want to go on a lantern walk while eating mooncakes.

A newborn baby boy was found alive in a sanitary bin at Penang International Airport on Aug. 31.

According to the New Straits Times (NST), a Malaysian woman, 23, and a Myanmar man, 22, were detained shortly after to assist with investigations.

Discovery

Free Malaysia Today (FMT) reported that the baby was found by a janitor who heard its cries.

The baby was likely abandoned shortly after birth as it was discovered with the placenta and umbilical cord still attached, NST stated.

Soon after, a video showing the baby in the bin went viral on Malaysian social media.

The baby was eventually brought to a hospital for treatment.

Arrest

Police chief Anuwal Ab Wahab said in a statement that the couple was detained after a review of the CCTV footage, NST wrote.

The woman was subsequently arrested at Kompleks Bukit Jambul, a shopping mall close to Penang International Airport.

Further investigations led to the arrest of the Myanmar national.

The two are being investigated for the abandonment of a child under 12 by a parent or caregiver.

NST reported earlier this year that 18 cases of baby abandonment in Malaysia were recorded within the first quarter alone.