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FamilyMart apologizes, suspends worker after soup-throwing incident

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FamilyMart Malaysia has apologized and suspended an employee after a video showed her throwing hot soup at a Grab delivery rider. The incident, which occurred at a FamilyMart store, was captured on a 23-second video that went viral on social media. The company stated it does not tolerate disrespectful behavior and is cooperating with authorities while conducting its own investigation. AI

RANK_REASON This is a minor workplace incident, not a significant industry event.

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FamilyMart apologizes, suspends worker after soup-throwing incident

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · The Star ·

    FamilyMart Malaysia apologises, suspends worker filmed throwing hot soup at Grab rider

    FamilyMart in Malaysia has taken immediate disciplinary action by suspending an employee who allegedly threw hot soup at a delivery rider, as seen in a viral video. The popular Japanese convenience store chain has apologised for the employee’s actions and for the delay in providi…

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