{
  "id": 768370,
  "title": "Rat in MRT coach shows why we shouldn't eat and drink inside trains",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/rat-in-mrt-coach-shows-why-we-shouldnt-eat-and-drink-inside-trains",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-13T13:22:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/1510633/rat-mrt-coach-shows-why-we-shouldnt-eat-and-drink-inside-trains"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR: A morning MRT ride took a chaotic turn when a rat darted through a carriage, causing passengers to scatter in its path. A video on social media captured the rodent scurrying between feet before leaping at some commuters, leading to panic among several travelers. The incident sparked various reactions online, with some emphasizing the significance of cleanliness and refraining from eating or drinking on trains. One user, Hayyadt, noted that leaving food scraps can attract pests. Another user, Tiredramisu, expressed extreme fear of rats, stating that even the sound of one would be distressing, let alone seeing one up close. The frantic efforts of passengers to avoid the rat also amused some netizens, with one joking that the rodent seemed equally frightened as it found itself trapped inside the train. Rapid KL responded by urging passengers to maintain cleanliness and avoid consuming food or drinks on board trains, urging cooperation to prevent attracting pests.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: A morning MRT ride turned chaotic after a rat darted through a carriage and sent passengers scrambling out of its way.",
  "key_points": [
    "Rat ran through MRT carriage, causing panic among passengers",
    "Video showed rodent leaping at commuters, leaping at commuters",
    "Netizens urged cleanliness, warned against eating/drinking on trains"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}