A Crime That Rocked a NationThe Canny Ong case was more than a sensational crime—it was a national tragedy that shocked Malaysia to its core. This high-profile case, involving the kidnapping and murder of a young woman named Canny Ong, captured public imagination, led to widespread fear and concern, and reignited discussions about public safety … Read more
Unveiling the NightmareIn a society that reveres trust and community, Le Thanh Van violated the most basic human relationships. Her case remains one of Vietnam’s most disturbing criminal tales. “A personification of evil hiding in plain sight,” wrote Vietnam News, summarizing the public sentiment towards her. Early Life: The Quiet Before the StormLe Thanh Van’s … Read more
When the Unimaginable Becomes RealLong before the names of Columbine, Virginia Tech, or Sandy Hook entered the public consciousness as synonyms for tragedy, Brenda Ann Spencer made headlines. On January 29, 1979, this 16-year-old girl opened fire on Grover Cleveland Elementary School in San Diego, California. Her actions didn’t just claim lives and injure others; … Read more
A Confluence of Faith, Fear, and Media FrenzyNovena Church, an emblem of faith and tranquility, found itself at the center of an intense debate following an exorcism conducted within its sacred walls. The event attracted not only religious circles but also skeptics, media, and professionals from various fields. In a society where spirituality and modernity … Read more
An Unparalleled EvilWhen the name Adrian Lim is mentioned in Singapore, a collective shudder is almost palpable. Emerging in the early 1980s, his case remains one of the most chilling and convoluted criminal stories in the nation’s history. Adrian Lim, along with his two accomplices, orchestrated a series of ritualistic killings that left the country … Read more
An Unforgettable NightmareWhen the term “Freeway Killer” is mentioned, many might think of the notorious William Bonin. However, before Bonin’s wave of terror, another man haunted the highways of Southern California with equally chilling brutality: Patrick Wayne Kearney. Operating largely in the 1970s, Kearney’s reign left communities crippled with fear and forever changed the landscape … Read more
The Tale of an Unassuming Poisoner ExpandedJapan’s rigid social structures were rocked by the shocking criminal case of Chisako Kakehi, the infamous “Black Widow.” Dubbed as such due to her chilling method of poisoning her romantic partners, her story is a complex labyrinth of wealth, desire, and cold-blooded murder that continues to perplex and fascinate. … Read more
An Architectural Relic: The Early Years of Old Changi HospitalBuilt in 1935 by the British Royal Engineers, Old Changi Hospital initially functioned as a British military hospital, complete with state-of-the-art facilities of its time. However, the hospital took a dark turn when it was seized by the Japanese during World War II. Not only did … Read more
The Legend Begins: The Mysterious Origins of Ching ShihWhile the early life of Ching Shih remains somewhat of a mystery, it’s believed she was born in 1775 in Guangdong, China. Her humble beginnings as a fisherman’s daughter set a stark backdrop to her eventual rise to infamy. A stint in a Canton brothel exposed her … Read more
A Wake-Up Call: The Harsh Realities RevealedThe wave of heinous crimes committed by Mohammed Bijeh abruptly shattered the veil of perceived safety that many Iranians had felt. Suddenly, parents were holding their children closer, and communities were more vigilant than ever. The case served as a stark wake-up call, revealing the vulnerabilities of both urban … Read more