A netizen shared how his company is paying new graduates more than the existing workers while also refusing to increase their salary.
Here is the story
New grads at work getting paid higher than us, and the company doesn’t want to increase our salary. Is this a valid reason to quit?
essentially the new graduates entering this year are getting paid a sizeable increment more than the older graduates.
Naturally, the older graduates (including me) are disappointed as we are already handling more responsibilities and tougher issues but we are getting paid lesser than them.
The newer graduates are also coming to us for help. (not that I blame them, it’s not their fault for this discrepancy).
When my batch mates tried to negotiate an increment, management said that it would only come next year, which didn’t go well with us and honestly the morale has been low.
Contemplating whether i should quit, but one thing stopping me is that I only joined this company late last year, so im not sure whether other employers would be understanding. Thanks in advance!
P.S in terms of job scope, i do not dislike or like the role, it has its pros and cons.
Netizens’ comments
Yes. If the company is not adequately compensating you, then you shouldn’t think twice about staying. Since it shows that they don’t value you.
Why is there a need for a “valid” reason to quit in the first place? Why is approval needed for resignation?
Leaving our beloved pets in the care of others can be a daunting decision for any pet owner. For those who must be away for an extended period, the services of a trustworthy pet boarding facility can provide peace of mind. However, a recent incident has highlighted the potential risks associated with this choice.
The Unfortunate Incident: A Cat’s Disappearance
Imagine the shock and dismay of a cat owner who entrusted her feline companion to a reputable pet boarding service, only to be informed a mere 16 hours later that her pet was missing.
The decision to board her cat took a tragic turn, revealing a distressing series of events that no one could have foreseen.
The Disturbing Revelation
The owner, who wishes to remain anonymous, shared her harrowing experience in a heartfelt Facebook post that quickly gained traction.
She recounted how she had handed over her precious cat to a pet boarding service on August 19th at 6 pm, as she prepared to embark on a vacation. Assured by the service that their premises were secure, she left her pet in their care.
The next morning, her world was shattered when she received a message at 10 am, claiming her cat had disappeared from the facility. Disturbed by this news, the owner immediately raised concerns and began a dialogue with the service.
The Frustrating Search
The ensuing WhatsApp conversation showcased the owner’s growing distress as she sought answers about her missing pet. The service maintained that they had thoroughly searched their premises and found no trace of the cat.
As tensions rose, the owner suggested potential hiding spots within the facility, emphasizing that her cat was unlikely to have escaped if the doors had indeed remained closed, as the pet boarding service claimed.
A Shocking Discovery
Amid the frantic search, the service speculated that the cat might have slipped out when a door was briefly opened. Troubled by this explanation, the owner decided to cut short her vacation and rushed to the facility.
Utilizing her phone’s tracker, she pinpointed the unit’s location, only to be met with conflicting information upon arrival.
Inside the unit, a devastating find awaited her. The tracking collar that once adorned her cat was discovered, but even more distressing was the discovery of her deceased pet inside a blue IKEA bag.
The owner’s anguish reached new heights as she confronted the service about the unthinkable discovery.
A Tragic End and Unanswered Questions
In the midst of emotional turmoil, the owner demanded accountability from the service’s owner. The ordeal had escalated to the point where the involvement of the authorities was threatened.
The service, previously resolute in their denials, began to apologize, leaving the owner with unanswered questions about the series of events that transpired.
Seeking Answers and Closure
The owner’s Facebook post not only shared the tragic tale but also highlighted concerns about the conditions within the boarding facility.
Describing it as “unsanitary” and “unhygienic,” the owner expressed not only grief but also frustration at the events that had unfolded.
The Aftermath and Lessons Learned
In the wake of this heart-wrenching incident, the Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) initiated an investigation.
The owner’s intention in sharing her experience was to raise awareness and encourage other pet owners to exercise caution when choosing a boarding service. Her advice to fellow pet lovers is to conduct thorough research before entrusting their furry companions to any facility.
Serious question to middle-aged ladies, would you ever date a younger guy? I have a female colleague that I work with and for some reason despite our age difference ~10 years, we became sort of best friends as we have a lot in common and share the same views about a lot of things.
We kept our relationship strictly professional up until now but I am seriously considering asking her out on a date.
My friends advised against this as she has 2 kids but I think I’m willing to look past that.
Her husband cheated on her but they did not want to get a divorce in order not to affect the kids. I feel happy when I’m with her and I feel that she understands me very well.
I don’t think age and kids should be a barrier. Should I ask her out officially?
Here is what Netizens think:
As long as she never divorce, you will forever be just a 3rd party. Are you sure you will be okay if her husband is still living with her while you guys date? Also to the kids you will always be seen as the house-wrecker, not the dad, since you are the one openly asking her for dates. All that assuming she has the same feelings for you.
Personally I won’t. I have dated before and can feel a gap in our thinking and behaviour. I end up with a guy my age.But that’s just me. I think for your case, just leave her alone as she is still married. Unless she decides to divorce and marry you – still unlikely because if she marries you, her ex husband can stop paying alimony.
Wait until she divorce. If not kena charged for adultery by husband.. No need to pay for the kids.
The problem isn’t the age barrier. It’s the fact that she’s married with kids bro
With the recent rising number of scam cases we see in media, we have to educate ourselves to protect our life savings. A man recently shared his story online about how he was tricked into exposing himself and extorted.
We gathered a few of such incidents and compile it.
Here is the 1st story:
I met a girl through Tinder and soon we proceed to Whatsapp. After chatting for a while, she asked if we wanted to do a video call to chat. I was bored so I agreed. shortly after the chat did get a bit flirty and then we proceed to get butt naked over the video call. shortly after she ended the call and said it was laggy, so she sent a link (DO NOT FALL FOR THIS) and said why not we chat at her private room.
To login, is to put your number and the room number of hers. Stupidly I did it and shortly after she sent a video saying it got recorded and threaten to send it to my family and friends. the “manager” later called and threatened to send if I don’t transfer money to him now. I did not even have the time to react or to think. but luckily I managed to negotiate not to send the full amount. but still, money was still lost in the process.
If you received such threats, just block their numbers straight away and just ignore them. Yes, I know you are afraid that they might send cos I was in the same situation as you. But just make a police report and block their numbers. because I believe even if you send the full amount, they will demand more. It’s never-ending, I was lucky that I negotiated to only send half over.
Brothers, I understand the needs or desires that we fall into. but learn from my mistake, don’t do online video call ever. Even if the girl seems genuine. Cos mine did too. And I admit I had some indecent video calls before but I never thought I would be a victim of this. Never get complacent. if their number ever starts with +852 esp, do not contact them ever.
2nd Story
She liked me on Facebook dating app and sent me her overseas number to add her via WhatsApp, while stating she is currently living in Singapore.
I asked her why didn’t she use a local number and she said she had been using her HKG number even when she is in sg. One night she found out i was alone and asked me for video in a private virtual room saying that it will be fun to do it with a stranger.
She also baited by saying that she would find someone else to do it if I wasn’t going to. I sensed some amiss so I reported and blocked her profile on Facebook dating, and came here to share my story so there won’t be the next unlucky victim of such cybersex extortion.
3rd Story
I met this girl on Facebook dating, and she seemed really genuine. It was also my first time using Facebook date or any dating platforms. she suggested that we move to line and continued chatting there. it started getting flirty and she asked if I wanted to do a video call which I agreed to. She did something compromising on video and asked me to do likewise.
She also asked me to download an app called private space whereby I had to key in my phone number and a referral code provided by her. I think this was how she managed to obtain my contact list. the next day the scammer threatened to send the video to everyone in my contact list if I did not pay $2000. made a police report and blocked all of the scammer’s numbers.
Guys if you all happen to experience the same thing as I did, please do not pay any money to them. I highly doubt that they will delete the video and stop asking for payment. I know that some of you may feel scared but it’s ok, these things happened. find someone trustable like your family members to talk to and it helps a lot.
A netizen shared how she is at the age where her friends her getting engaged and married while she just wants to be with her family 24/7 instead of finding a boyfriend to settle down.
here is the story
I’m at the age where my friends are slowly getting engaged/married.
Many people have been asking why I am not attached and I mainly get away with it by saying that I want to focus on myself and know what I want, not just for love but also my life in general esp when I am so independent. It’s true, but partly true.
The more unknown side is that coming from a single parent family, I feel the need to stay by my parent (albeit all the nagging that I should find someone to settle down with).
I’m aware that most people do not understand as they are not in my shoes. The past few years have been a whole new level of struggle because of different things (not covid related) and I want to show that I am still here for family amid all the tumultuous times.
Though things are better, I could still be present here just in case. I’ve been working a lot and trying to stay home where possible so at least I am at home when my parent wishes to have a conversation with anyone at home.
The good thing is that covid has made it an easy excuse to stay home, but I wonder how long this can continue.
When I hear of friends say they want to settle down or they are ready to get their own house to move far away from their parents, I feel a little envious but also a little regretful.
Could it be that I am thinking too much about wanting to be here 24/7 for my family that it is taking an unknown toll on me and my mindset, or could it be that people do not realize how important it is to be present for their family until difficult times strike?
A guy shared a story that he does not know how to tell his girlfriend that he minds that she has a child from her past relationship.
He has been together with her coming to a year when she told him the truth that she has been pregnant and gave birth before.
Here is the story
“I’m feeling very confused now.
The short story is, I have been together with my girlfriend for close to a year now and we have been very happy in our relationship with one another.
She is 30F, while I am 27M.
I very much already see a future together with her and have made plans to propose to her in 1-2 years time as I feel that she is the one and completes me.
One day while we were having dinner, she broke the news to me that she actually has a child from a shotgun with her ex-boyfriend before when she was 27.
The guy forced her to abort the kid away as she was kind of his mistress and he did not want his wife to know for fear that she will divorce him and fight for his assests.
He then MIA-ed from her after telling her to abort the baby.
Still, my girlfriend decided to give birth to the child as to her ‘a life is still a life’.
The child is now 3 years old and her parents has been helping her to take care of the child ever since he is old enough not to be nursed by her anymore.
She used to tell people about it before they got serious but they just kept leaving her after knowing the truth so she decided not to tell me until we were making plans for the future.
I told her that I was okay with it but deep down inside my heart, I am really not happy about it.
Why would I want to ‘buy one get one free’ and raise another kid for someone who just fired into my girlfriend and ran away?
A guy shared a story on how he was caught sneaking into his girlfriend’s house in the afternoon and was caught by her relative in bed with the girlfriend almost at the stage of “getting it on” while doing so.
To make things worst, the girlfriend’s mother also checked her phone and found out conversations between them that they were technically not allowed to have at that age.
The couple are both 17 and still schooling.
Here is the story
“I snuck into my girlfriend’s house because she said that she missed me and wanted to see me and no one would be at home till late night.
We made plans to Netflix and Chill before I headed over.
Her parents did not know about us and did not allow her to have a partner until she finished her studies, which is why we had to be secretive about our relationship.
10 minutes into the netflix and chill session, her uncle came back to take something and caught us on her bed and called her mother.
Her mother came home immediately and slammed the door furiously.
She took my girlfriend’s phone and saw messages of us texting about sneaking in and her using a pregnancy test and me bringing condoms.
I was scolded by her mother and asked to leave and to cut off contact with my girlfriend if not she will report me to the Police.
I miss my girlfriend and feel like I should apologise to her parents to try to make them like me and trust me but I don’t know where to begin.”
A man who has a girlfriend, shared how he has secretly bought a $1,350 lifesize My Little Pony plush toy that he calls his “waifu”, and that nobody knows about it.
Here is the story
I just ordered a $1350 lifesize My Little Pony plushie.
I have officially entered full degeneracy mode. I’ve gone down the path of no return to a place that I never thought I’d ever end up.
10 years ago a friend sent me a link to a video. It was My Little Pony. I hated it. My mind instantly rejected it. A week later they sent me another episode, and I told him “not really my thing man”. He stopped. Months go by and half my steam list has shifted from anime avatars and memes to ponies. Screw it I say, I dive in.
I end up liking it the more I watch. 4 years in I like it too much thanks to fan art people draw of the characters. A decade later and here we are.
For some background, aside from this I’m perfectly normal. I even just started a relationship 2 weeks ago with a new girlfriend. It’s not like I am one of those people that obsesses over my pony waifu 24/7. I just really love Luna (the pony). She’s cute and aesthetically pleasing.
And so, as of 2 days ago, I am finally on a list with half my deposit down for a lifesize waifu plushie of her.
I say this here because this will never see the light of day in my real life. If people come over, she will go to the literal closet. She will never come out of the closet if there is even an inkling of company. But I can’t wait to have a lifesize rendition of my favorite lunar pony.
And no, there isn’t a pocket in the back despite most of these having that. This is strictly wholesome appreciation. It’s still beyond insane though and I embrace it.
So Im a 30 year old guy and I have a young half brother
He has been living with me since he got married in December because my mother and he had falling out due to the fact he got married so young (he diao kia)
I’m not gonna sugar coat it if I knew than what I know now I wouldn’t have let them move in Both him and his wife are 19 are the worst house guest I’ve ever had
I say guest because they’re meant to be looking for work and a place of their own. I’ve made it clear from the get go it was temporary because I’ve 4 children myself and my wife works from home
Since they have moved in they have complained about how loud mornings are and my cooking (I do all the cooking). They’re messy and never pick up after themselves even moaned to my wife about never doing THEIR laundry nor making my brother’s wife snacks during the day
They think me and my wife are their personal help/drivers then try and guilt us when we tell them “no” to 4 am McDonald’s runs or my brother’s wife’s rude comments but “hehe we are too young to know better”
It all came to a head this week when all our children were at home. I couldn’t get the day off so unfortunately, my wife had to deal with 6 children while trying to work
My bother and his wife demanded they all stay in one room and we get them taken out so there are no germs near their food. When my wife told them they should cook for once because she is extremely busy they filled out calling her a heartless B for making a 5-month pregnant woman cook for 8 people and my brother clean while he was trying to sort out “business”
It got to the point of them screaming at my wife and my kids crying my wife had an anxiety attack
I rushed home when I got a sos text but my brother was waiting at the door crying about “not being our slave” and how his pregnant wife is starving
When I got to my wife’s office and she explained everything I saw red, I told them they had 30 days to get out of my house and it was time they faced the real world
They both tried to argue with me explaining none of them can drive and my brother still hasn’t got a job I said I didn’t care. My brother’s wife said that they’d end up homeless and if anything happened to my niece it was all my fault I told her basically “I don’t give a damn even if your wife give birth in the longkang” and she started crying calling me a heartless Ahole
I explained my situation to my sister and she called me a jerk for being so heartless to two teenagers but I asked her when she was letting them Move-in she hung up
I’ve had multiple social media posts made about me and anger phone calls from since than from my sisters husband and my brothers friends.
A netizen shared how his wife keeps comparing him to other people’s husbands and making him feel very worthless.
Here is the story
I’m in my mid-30’s. Working in a tech company that pays pretty decent. But of late, I think my spouse together with the sister, thinks that I missed the mark. And this made me feel very worthless.
My wife will even sometimes outright compare me with this and that person’s husband. It’s disturbing me and very often leads to arguments.
To be honest, I feel like the sister does a lot poisoning and my wife is gullible or obliged to listen to her.
Come to think of it, I do a lot. I draw salary up to 5 figure a month, and I paid for EVERYTHING and have to give my wife 300 every month.
I spend more time with the kids on weekdays and weekends. I can’t afford a car because I’m paying for everything and barely have enough for saving or myself.
Yet, my wife spends all her money on herself and even get into credit card debt.
It’s been affecting my confidence a lot and I just hope to end this relationship. But I think of the children, and it saddened me that they have a mother like this.
What would you do if you were in my shoes?
Netizens’ comments
My parents are still together but there is completely no love between them anymore. All they do is talk bad about each other to my sister and I and occasionally add in “if not for the kids, I would have left long ago”.
I don’t think they’re guilt-tripping us; it is what it is, I know both of them only remained married because of us. Both their external families have couples who divorced and their children turned out TERRIBLE (though I wouldn’t fully attribute that to the divorce), and my parents were afraid my sister and I would turn out like that.
Thing is, I would very much rather they got a divorce instead. They think they did it for us but they don’t know how we live in fear whenever both of them are at home because they argue over the smallest things, and how guilty we feel that they had to give up potentially finding a new partner who loves them because of us.
My point is if staying in the relationship for your kids is the top priority, you might want to reconsider that. If your relationship with your spouse is broken beyond repair but you stay together with her for your kids, they’ll end up hurting in one way or another either way.
