"Malaysian Shoemaker Apologizes for Controversial Logo Resembling Arabic Script on High Heels"

Malaysian shoe company Vern’s Holdings apologizes and halts sales of high-heeled shoes with a logo that some Muslims say resembles Arabic writing for God, acknowledging design shortcomings and offering refunds. This follows a recent controversy over socks printed with the word "Allah" in a Malaysian convenience store chain, leading to charges and tensions. Religion is a sensitive issue in Malaysia, where Muslims make up the majority, and the matter has sparked investigations and calls for boycotts.