{
  "id": 6744769,
  "title": "With F1 race approaching, deputy minister says beware ticket scalpers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/with-f1-race-approaching-deputy-minister-says-beware-ticket-scalpers-6744769",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T09:17:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/09/11/with-f1-race-approaching-deputy-minister-says-beware-ticket-scalpers"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In preparation for the upcoming Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang, the deputy minister of domestic trade and cost of living has warned consumers to be cautious of ticket scalpers. The government is currently reviewing legislation to tackle ticket scalping, which involves the resale of bulk-purchased tickets at significantly inflated prices. Deputy minister Fuziah Salleh emphasized the importance of curbing this issue, as it not only forces consumers to pay exorbitant prices but also exposes them to potential fraud when purchasing tickets from unofficial sellers. She cautioned that buying tickets from unauthorized sources could result in receiving counterfeit, used, or cancelled tickets. Fuziah advised consumers to verify official sales channels, original ticket prices, seller identities, and the terms and conditions related to ticket usage before making a payment. It is crucial not to rely on screenshots or succumb to pressure tactics such as demanding immediate payment to avoid missing out on a ticket.",
  "summary": "Fuziah Salleh says the government is reviewing legislation so consumers are not forced to pay higher prices, or fall victim to fraud.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "With F1 race approaching, deputy minister says beware ticket scalpers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/with-f1-race-approaching-deputy-minister-says-beware-ticket-scalpers",
        "published": "2026-09-11T09:17:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}