So during my 30th birthday, I was planning my birthday party for a while.
I was inviting my family and friends and had a table booked at a restaurant with Asian cuisine. When discussing the birthday reservation I have mentioned i would like to keep it adults only.
Simply so we don’t have to watch our language and my friends and family kids are all younger than 8, so spicy/Asian food will not be suitable and they will get bored. The place also doesn’t have kids menu.
This all went well and since the booking was for the noon on a weekend my friends didn’t have a problem to leave the kids with their partners.
However my sister demanded to know why I don’t want her kids at my birthday and refused to accept that it’s my birthday and the food is not suitable for kids.
I got annoyed and told her I would of considered to have her kids(5 and 8) around if she actually educated them instead of being on her phone, since her youngest doesn’t have any manners and throws tantrums whenever the kid doesn’t like/get something.
By tantrums I mean screaming and crying for hours and up to throwing food or running at other guests or members of staff in public, while she keeps being on her phone.
My sister and part of my family scolded me and she said she won’t come to my birthday or talk to me until I realise what I said was wrong.
My friends believe she is overeacting and are on my side, since a lot of them have younger kids and they behave a lot better.
The recent shooting incident in Bangkok, Thailand, has raised concerns, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has taken swift action to ensure the safety of Singaporeans in the affected area.
Following the shooting incident that left two people dead, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) wasted no time in addressing the situation.
They immediately activated their channels of communication with the Singapore embassy in Bangkok to assess the impact of the incident on Singaporean nationals.
Ensuring Singaporean Safety
In reassuring news, the MFA confirmed that there have been no reports of any Singaporeans being affected by the shooting incident.
While there are no reported injuries, the MFA has issued a cautionary advisory to Singaporeans in Bangkok. They are urged to exercise caution, stay updated with local news, and follow the guidance provided by local authorities.
E-Registration: A Safety Net
Singaporeans traveling to Thailand are strongly encouraged to e-register with the MFA if they haven’t already done so. E-registration is a valuable tool that allows the government to quickly locate and assist Singaporeans in times of crisis or emergency.
E-registration is not just a formality; it’s a safety net. In situations like the recent shooting incident, it can make all the difference by ensuring that the MFA can reach out to citizens and offer assistance promptly.
MFA’s statement
MFA Spokesperson’s Comments on the Shooting Incident at Siam Paragon Mall in Bangkok, 3 October 2023
04 October 2023
Singapore is saddened by the shooting incident at Siam Paragon Mall in Bangkok, Thailand on 3 October 2023 which has resulted in the loss of innocent lives and multiple injuries. We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and wish the injured a speedy recovery.
The Singapore Embassy in Bangkok has reached out to Singaporeans in Thailand who are e-registered with MFA to update them of the situation. The Embassy is also in contact with the local authorities to ascertain whether any Singaporeans are injured or directly affected by the shooting incident. There are currently no reports of any Singaporeans affected by the shooting.
Singaporeans in Bangkok are advised to exercise caution, monitor the local news, and heed the instructions of local authorities. Singaporeans travelling to Thailand are also strongly encouraged to e-register with MFA at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg if they have not done so.
Singaporeans in Bangkok who require consular assistance are advised to contact the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok, or the 24-hour MFA Duty Office at:
The 14-year-old boy responsible for a recent shooting at the Siam Paragon Mall in Bangkok that killed two people and injured several others has since been charged on 4 October with premeditated murder and illegal possession of a firearm, according to Channel NewsAsia.
A Day Turned Tragic: The Siam Paragon Shooting
The Unfolding Tragedy
The incident occurred on Tuesday at the Siam Paragon shopping centre, a popular destination in Bangkok known for its upscale shops and bustling atmosphere. The tranquil setting was shattered when gunshots rang out, sending hundreds of shoppers into a panic.
Tragically, two innocent lives were lost in this senseless act of violence. Among the victims were a Chinese and a Myanmar national, who had likely come to enjoy a day of shopping, completely unaware of the danger that awaited them.
The Suspect: A Troubled Teenager
Psychological Breakdown
According to the police, the suspect had suffered a psychological breakdown in the days leading up to the shooting.
Despite the psychological issues, a court decided against detaining the teenager at a mental health facility. Instead, he was ordered into juvenile detention.
The teenager now faces a series of charges, including illegal possession of a firearm, carrying a firearm in public without authorization, and discharging a firearm in public.
This incident once again highlights the pressing issue of gun control in Thailand. The ease with which the teenager acquired a modified pistol raises concerns about the accessibility of firearms and the need for stricter regulations.
Recap
According to the timeline of events provided by the Thai police via The Bangkok Post, the shooter entered Siam Paragon via BTS Link 2 at 3.35 pm, appearing as an ordinary visitor, carrying a shoulder bag, and blended into the crowd.
Security camera footage revealed that five minutes later, he made his way to M floor, where he walked into a restroom. It was during this time that he began to prepare for the horrifying act he was about to commit.
Video and still images shared on social media showed a long-haired Thai male dressed in a black shirt and camouflage pants. He was wearing a baseball cap adorned with the American flag and, alarmingly, carrying a handgun.
At 4.10 pm, gunshots resonated from inside the toilet, instantly transforming the mall’s atmosphere into one of terror and chaos. The shooter, now out in the open, continued to fire at unsuspecting shoppers.
By 4.25 pm, he had moved to the mall’s second floor, continuing his shooting spree without restraint. Panic gripped the mall, and people were desperately seeking shelter.
A few minutes later, the shooter took the escalator to the third floor, where he continued his rampage. Shoppers and staff were trapped.
He was eventually cornered by the police into a furniture shop on the 3rd floor and he then surrendered to the police, putting down his weapon.
Hundred of shoppers were seen in videos circulating online, fleeing the mall and going to the Rama I Road in the Pathum Wan district.
The mall’s entry and exit points were also locked down and the BTW Skyway was also shut down, with the Skytrain bypassing the Siam BTS station on its travel route.
Police officers were seen inside the locked down mall, along with VIPs who had arrived for a briefing, including the Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
The deputy interior minister Chada Thaiset was also seen at the scene interrogating the 14-year-old in front of the media.
Reports revealed that the suspect was a student at a private school in Bangkok, with parents who were working as teachers.
A search of his home unveiled a stash of ammunition, including 49 9mm bullets and 15 spent shells of various sizes.
The authorities also went through his phone and found videos of his practising with a gun.
I (17m) got my first paycheck and took my mom out to eat
We decided to go to one of those nice seafood restaurants by the beach where appetizers are like almost $20, but I wanted to treat my mom!!
I was so excited because it’s my first job so first paycheck, my mom always does stuff for me so wanted to do something nice for her.
We tried calamari for the first time ever (it was da bomb). It even felt good to tip the waiter a lot.
I kno eating out is normal but when you’re the one paying for someone and they have a good time, it just made me feel really good. My mom was happy so it was worth it
Netizen’s comments
This is the mark of a good young man. Actions like this are things your mother will never, ever, forget.
That is really sweet of you! Make sure to save as much as you can, I wish I would’ve done that when I was younger!
Truly a great feeling. I went through the same feelings and once I could afford more was able to redo my parents bathroom at no cost to them. Also nice going back “home” and seeing the joy my hard work brought my parents even years later.
My sister is severely autistic. She requires attention almost 24/7 and cannot be left alone. She is non-verbal and cannot take care of herself at all. Despite the fact that she is only 12 she is extremely destructive and violent and destroys anything she gets her hands on.
I hate her. That should be wrong to say but it doesn’t feel like it.
I was only 6 years old when she was born and since then i’ve never solely had my parents attention. Even since I can remember the world has revolved around her. I was moved out of my room into the basement at 7 because she needed to be in the room next to my parents. All of my toys as a child were destroyed by her and my parents simply ignored me when I complained. Even when I was 14 and she destroyed a mac my school gave me I was in the wrong.
Along with this I am expected to take care of her and drop everything I do for her. I can never make plans with friend because my parents “expect” me to be there if they need me to take care of her. Even when I do somehow get time to myself I am required to leave if they need me. If i do not then I am punished. The recent example of this is when I went to see a movie, and was “scolded” because i turned my phone off in the theater.
It seems as if I am nothing more than a slave to them and anything involving her simply overshadows me. This last week I was chosen to give a speech at a school event. I was so excited and my parents promised to be there, but they never showed and claimed it was because of my sister. Anytime anything like this happens for me they are to busy with her.
I’ve held this in for so long and it finally spilled out today. While talking about future schools with my father, he joked that I should get a degree that pays well so when their gone I can take care of my sister. I don’t know why but this caused me to break down. I cried and screamed about how it always about her. I’m nothing more than a caretaker to them, that they always make it about her and that I’m expected to be her “slave” for the rest of my life.
I’ve locked myself in my room since then and my parents have not come to check on me. Am i the asshole here?
A very controversial question but, a genuine one really. This is really sensitive but, it’s just my own views and I’d like to see different thoughts.
Okay, so, you know those cancer patients that need to shave their head? It’s unfortunate and I do feel sad for them. But, I saw bunch of videos where the patient’s friends or family also shave their own heads in order to support or make them feel like they are not alone.
I know for most people, it’s heartwarming, and I can see it in that angle. But… On my angle, those healthy people who shave their own heads to show support, don’t really do it for support of the cancer patient, rather, it’s all for clout of the internet. Cause if they’re genuine, why record it for the world to see? Just shave your own head in private and surprise them in private, and if people notice in public, great. But why bother posting it on the internet? All for clout in my opinion.
Another thing, even more controversial claim to support my statement that they do it for clout, I find the whole healthy people shaving their head for cancer patients to be…. Really attention seeking. In the end, their hair will grow back and that’s why they do it easily, since they have nothing to worry about.
I mean, let’s replace cancer patients with accident patients that lost one of their arm. I don’t see anyone from their friends or family chopping their arm off to show support now do they? Yup, 100% for clout. In my opinion, just be there for the patient is enough. No need to do all these extra things and especially to put it up on the internet for clout.
This is just my view, I know it’s controversial. But, you’re welcome to change my mind on how to view things differently.
My husband left my home earlier today to go watch the football game with some friends. He left his Apple Watch at my house, and I very stupidly went through it.
On his watch, I saw him ask a coworker to come to visit him at like 12 AM when I left, and then asking her if she got home safe at times such as 3 AM, 6 AM. I’m not stupid, I know they weren’t just watching movies. She sent a text that said, “I had so much fun last night”.
We have been together for 7 years and know each other since we were in school. I’m almost 6 months pregnant and I don’t know what to do. I texted him pictures of the messages when I found out around 8 PM and it’s now 2 AM and I can’t sleep because I have not gotten a response.
I know he had to see the message as he was active on Whatsapp, showing that he’s online.
It hurts to know I was cheated on. However, it’s so embarrassing that I am not important enough to dump his friends and come have a conversation and I am just getting ignored. I’m not sure what to do. I feel as if my baby deserves a two-parent household.
I just do not want to be the only person putting forth effort.
Here are what netizens think:
He’s probably panicking that you found out and is crowdsourcing the ridiculous story he’s going to tell you so you don’t dump him. If you have family, go stay with them. You’re growing a child right now, you don’t need his.
I am so sorry you’re dealing with this. Thank you for trusting your intuition and not making excuses for his behavior.
This is the hard part. I promise you, the best thing you can do for your mental health is to stop dwelling on that “why”. The answers will range from unhelpful to actively self-destructive, and you’ll get every flavor of that as you move forward.
My fiancé found my underwear and put them back on me after I told him I was too drunk to sleep with him.
I can’t stop thinking about him and how happy and safe he makes me feel.
I was wayyy too high and drunk last night after we had started to get busy with it, and I asked him if we could try again later.
He just smiled at me and said okay, and before I could say anything else or even sit up, he found my underwear and put them back on me.
After the nausea had passed, we had the best intimacy I’ve ever had.
And to top it off, when I was cleaning up in the bathroom, he knocked on the door and said “I left your clothes outside the door so you don’t have to walk out without any clothes on”
My heart, I just can’t. Who knew I would be so turned on by respect???
Netizens’ comments
When we find the right one we realize why it didn’t work with anyone else
I’m happy you found someone to respect your boundaries and someone you’re sexually compatible with
When no actually means no and is respected in kind you know you have yourself a good dude.
I have a six-year-old son named Bruno. He is absolutely just the life of the party and just always super energetic. Lately, he has been coming home really sad, and I try asking him what’s wrong but he never tells me. I have also tried asking his teacher if anything is going on with some kids, but his teacher said she hadn’t noticed anything.
I was watching the movie Encanto at home. I have not gotten the chance to watch the movie but I have heard the songs (which are super catchy). I get in the singing mood and start singing the song ‘we dont talk about bruno’.
In the middle of me singing the song, however, my son gets super upset and storms off crying.
I was super confused and followed him to ask him what was wrong. And he said that first, his friend say not to talk about him and now me. That’s when I realized what was going on. He told me everyone was making fun of him saying he had rats and no one ever wanted to say his name. I explained to him that I still loved him and was singing a song from the movie.
Just yesterday I talked to the teacher about it and she promised she would get the situation handled. He seems to be doing awesome now and we just watched the movie together. He loves Bruno and the song haha
A man shared how he found out that his dead best friend is actually in love with his wife, along with letters that he wrote to her but never sent.
Here is the story
I’m writing this as a confession because I don’t know where else to speak about this and I don’t want my kids finding this out.
My friend died a few months back due to heart problems. He was taking care of himself so it was a shock to everyone. Especially his wife who was with him at their house when he died. Due to this she decided to move somewhere else and because she and her daughter were still distraught she asked me to pack up his stuff.
He had some boxes in his basement and after a while I started feeling nostalgic and decided to look into them. I found pictures of us from when we were kids all the way to before we got married. That was enough to make me feel bad and I just got back to taping them up.
But one of the boxes seemed to be in much better condition, so I decided to check it in case it was something important. To my surprise I found out pictures of him and my wife from when we used to hang out together, as well as more recent pictures from family reunions. The most recent being from my wife’s birthday party.
Alongside the pictures there were letters that he never sent her. The first one dated 2 months before I met her. The last one was also the same date of her birthday party. There was one that stood out the most was one from after I started dating her. He wrote that his time had passed and since my happiness was as important as his own he would watch over us.
I’ll keep his box safe since it isn’t my secret to reveal.
