I’m in my late 20s, finally walked out from a pretty depressing situation. To summarise, I was left hanging by this guy whom I’ve met through tinder – 6 months, and reconnected a few years after. We separated as he was only early months into army, he didn’t want commitment or let anyone else knew he was attached. Thereafter, we reconnected again and we both said nothing, it was silent but acted as though we were a couple. He puts his career first and likewise, didn’t want to commit but enjoying all the benefits, thoughtfulness and sweetness I would bring to him.
Just like this, I fell into depression after ending a relationship which never started – silenced for one year falling deeper and deeper for him. He knew I had feelings for him but watched me falling in love with him, without telling me to stop. However, as years past it just takes that one brave moment to turn away from him when all red flags were clear and seen.
It saddens me how the bad people live a good life (he is in the sales industry and earns nearly half a million income) while i’m everyday working 9-5 just to lead a stable life. Life is so unfair, just because he’s rich he gets away from the wrongdoings and living a good life than many others who are more deserving and down to earth.
Why is it the nice always suffers, the bad always wins?
Here are what netizens think:
Finding and recognizing good characters for a relationship is not something you can just master easily. Some people use a lifetime to find that one person, while some are lucky because they are more attune to certain characters. Don’t judge the whole world simply because you’ve had one bad relationship or you’ve heard or read bad stories. There are many good stories out there and I believe far more than the bad ones, just that human beings are naturally attracted to drama (hence we have groups like this one) so we remember them better. The nice do not suffer unless they were nice with a condition. The bad do not always win because we only know 1% of their story, I’m sure you’ve heard, ‘we are all bad in someone’s story’.
You chose to be in a situation-ship with this guy, with both eyes open, heart and mind willing, all the while knowing he’s not going to put in any commitment, and you still blame the entire world for your own decision?
Have you ever ask yourself, did you listen to your heart or your mind? All the red flags was there but your heart rules over your mind. Nvm , life is such, stand up again and rebuilt your life much stronger than before… Jaiyu
In a devastating incident that unfolded on the morning of October 23, the charred remains of a 62-year-old Singaporean man was discovered inside a burning car in Johor Bahru.
Crashed into tree
The burnt dead body was found inside a Nissan Almera at the Jalan Pekeliling Industrial Park in Johor, Malaysia, following a car crash with a tree.
The tragic accident occurred as the vehicle lost control, colliding with a tree on the side of the road before erupting into flames, according to statements provided by Sarhan Akmal Mohamad, the operations commander of the Pasir Gudang Fire and Rescue Station, as reported by Bernama.
The authorities were alerted to the incident around 11:13 a.m. on Monday, swiftly deploying approximately ten firefighters to the scene.
They extinguished the fire and retrieved the dead man’s burnt body from the vehicle, using specialised rescue equipment to extricate him.
The remains of the deceased were then handed over to the local police for further investigation, as confirmed by Sarhan.
Body couldn’t be identified at first
According to The Star, initially, the identification of the deceased proved to be a challenge for the authorities, as the inferno had consumed not only the vehicle but also vital identification documents, rendering the victim’s gender, age, and nationality unknown.
However, Malaysia’s law enforcement eventually overcame this hurdle. The Seri Alam district police chief, Mohd Suhaimi Ishak, revealed crucial information about the deceased to the media, confirming the man’s gender, age, and nationality, as reported by China Press.
Subsequently, the remains of the unfortunate victim were transported to Sultan Ismail Hospital for further proceedings.
This tragic incident serves as a solemn reminder of the unpredictability of life’s circumstances and the importance of road safety for all travelers.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult time.
In the age of the internet, where social media platforms connect people across the globe, there’s a sinister side that has emerged.
In recent news, a Telegram group with nearly 9,000 members has come under scrutiny for allegedly sharing obscene photos and videos of young women engaging in obscene activities at various HDB estates.
Introduction
The case came to light through a report by Shin Min Daily News on October 22. It revealed that the Telegram group had been distributing explicit content, often depicting obscene activities at HDB estates across Singapore.
What’s even more disturbing is that these videos were purportedly submitted by members themselves. The administrator of the group would then engage members by asking them to guess the locations where these explicit acts took place.
The Telegram Group and Its Activities
The content shared on this Telegram group ranges from individuals engaging in intercausal activities at public places to private encounters, some involving unsuspecting victims.
The videos even included disturbing instances of young women in school uniforms. It remains uncertain whether these women were underage.
Additionally, the group’s administrator took things a step further by sharing links to the social media profiles of women whose private videos had been leaked. This invasion of privacy and potential doxxing further exacerbates the severity of the situation.
Concerns and Legal Implications
The legality of such activities is questionable at best. Circulating obscene materials is an offense under Section 292 of the Penal Code, and the consequences for transmitting such materials electronically can include imprisonment for up to three months and/or hefty fines.
Distributing voyeuristic content, as per Section 377BC of the Penal Code, can result in imprisonment for up to five years and/or caning.
Additionally, Section 376A(1)(a) of the Penal Code deals with penetration of a minor below 16 years and can lead to imprisonment for up to 10 years and/or hefty fines.
I had always been a bright student while growing up. I enjoyed learning and was always very determined to succeed. I was particularly passionate about my studies and never let anything come in the way of my studies. My parents were always very supportive of my education, and they encouraged me to put my best foot forward.
Unfortunately, I made a mistake of taking my studies lightly and not giving it my 100%. I thought that I was very smart and could get away with it. However, I was wrong. I ended up failing in my high school exams, and I had no other option but to take up a job.
I started working in bars and serving many different kinds of people. It was a difficult job, and I had to be on my feet all day long and be very patient with all the customers. I was also expected to be polite and respectful, no matter how rude or demanding the customers were.
There were days when I would come home exhausted after working for hours on end. I had no time for myself, and I was constantly worried about how I was going to manage my finances. Not to mention, I was very embarrassed about my job. I was ashamed to tell my parents and friends about it.
I kept thinking about how different my life would have been if I had studied hard and given my exams my best shot. I would have been able to get into a good college and pursue my dreams. I would have also been able to have a better job with more stability and better pay.
But it was too late. I was stuck in my situation and I had to make the best of it. I slowly started to embrace my job and I was determined to make the most of it. I became more confident and was able to handle difficult customers with ease. I was also able to save some money and invest it in different ways.
But I can’t deny that I regret not studying hard and giving my exams my best shot. I have learnt the hard way that hard work and dedication are the only way to achieve success. I have also realized that taking your studies lightly can have serious consequences in the long run.
Today, I am still working in bars and serving many different kinds of people. But I am determined to make the best of this situation and work hard to achieve my dreams. I am striving to make the most of my current job and save money to pursue higher education.
I want to be an example for others and show them that nothing is impossible if you are willing to work hard and never give up. I want to prove that despite making mistakes, you can still make something of yourself and achieve success. I want to share my story and help others to not make the same mistake as me.
29-year-old Han Feizi, a Chinese national who recently gained notoriety for filming and uploading videos of her confrontations with a police officer at the Singapore General Hospital, has been hit with two additional charges under the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act today, according to a report by Channel NewsAsia
Allegedly worked as a hostess
Han, aged 29, had been in remand for nearly two weeks before receiving the new charges. These charges, handed down on Tuesday, October 24, accused her of making false declarations in her application for a work permit.
In her application, she claimed that she would work as a clerk for a company named KDL Elements. However, investigations revealed that she had no intention of fulfilling this role.
Instead, from August 1, 2023, to October 11, 2023, she was found to have been working as a freelance hostess at various locations, as indicated in the charge sheets.
These fresh charges come in addition to the six charges Han was originally slapped with on October 13. These earlier charges included public nuisance, assaulting a security officer, using insulting language against public service workers or servants, and harassment.
No friends and family in Singapore
During her court appearance, Han, who does not have legal representation, appeared composed and wore large black-rimmed glasses. She conversed with a Mandarin interpreter during the proceedings. Han expressed her intention to plead guilty to both the old and new charges.
When Han inquired about posting bail, the judge informed her that bail had already been offered during the previous charging. Han revealed that her fingerprints had been taken for bail purposes, but she was later denied bail, without understanding why.
The judge explained to Han that her proposed bailor might have been rejected by the bail center, to which Han acknowledged her understanding.
However, when asked if she wanted to make another phone call to arrange bail, Han requested to make an overseas call to her hometown. She cited concerns about credit card debts and an impending mortgage payment.
The judge clarified that only local calls could be made but suggested conveying the message to someone who could make the necessary arrangements.
Han then disclosed that she had been in Singapore for over a month but had no friends or family in the country. When questioned about the potential bailor she had previously contacted, she could not remember the person’s number.
Han Feizi is expected to plead guilty to the charges on Wednesday as the legal proceedings continue.
Recap on SGH incident
The incident gained widespread attention after a video was posted on the Chinese social media platform Douyin. This video depicted the police interviewing the woman, who had been accused of being insulting the hospital workers.
The Singaporean police received a call for help at the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) at around 2:35 am.
In the video, the woman claimed to have waited for three hours in the hospital’s emergency department without receiving any medical attention after allegedly being hit by a car.
She further alleged that a nurse told her she would not be treated because she was not a Singaporean citizen. These claims were later disputed by SGH.
Insights from SGH
Speaking to The Straits Times, the head and senior consultant for SGH’s department of emergency medicine, Associate Professor Kenneth Tan, said that the woman was discharged after 2 hours, after she had been thoroughly reviewed by the medical staff.
Tan added that everyone who presents themselves at SGH’s emergency department will receive the medical care that they require.
The situation also escalated when the woman refused to wear a face mask and according to Professor Tan, during the triage process at the emergency department, a staff member offered her a mask, which she refused to put on, despite being reminded about the government’s guidelines on wearing masks in Singapore’s hospitals.
As the situation got increasingly heated, the woman continued to behave in an aggressive manner and the medical staff had to call the police for help, as her behaviour was affecting the hospital operations.
Douyin Videos
The woman posted two videos on Douyin, both exceeding 11 minutes. She was also seen demanding a plainclothes police officer to identify herself and attempting to grab her police lanyard.
According to ST, the Singapore Police Force said that the two plainclothes officers, who were investigations officers, had introduced themselves in front of uniformed officers before speaking to the woman.
The female police officer was seen in the video repeatedly asking the woman if she had used vulgarities on the nurse, but the woman refused to answer.
The woman refused to cooperate and used vulgarities on one of the police officers, and filmed her interview with one of the female investigation officers and sharing them on her Douyin account.
The videos, which have since been reposted on several social media platforms, have been viewed more than a million times in total.
The woman had a prior altercation with the law on October 3, when she was reported for an incident at a condominium in Marina Boulevard.
The police were called after she allegedly pushed a security officer and insulted him while being drunk at the time.
She is also said to have possibly breached the conditions of her work permit in Singapore, and the Ministry of Manpower has been alerted to the situation.
The police added that they will take firm action against offenders who behave against their public servants and workers who are carrying out their public duties, in accordance with the law.
Ariff Peter, a 27-year-old businessman and musician, faced a harrowing two-year ordeal of living in his car after falling into deep debt amounting to over RM1 million (S$280,000) following a cryptocurrency investment gone awry.
Fell victim to crypto scam
As reported by Harian Metro earlier this month, Ariff’s misfortune began when he invested in a cryptocurrency that ultimately turned out to be a scam.
Entrusting his financial resources to individuals who promised substantial returns, Ariff acted as an ‘ambassador’ for the cryptocurrency, leveraging his previous business achievements to attract public investments.
However, the ambitious entrepreneur found himself betrayed when his ‘partners’ vanished, leaving him and the unsuspecting public in financial ruin.
Gave up everything to pay back the victims
Ariff, recognizing his moral responsibility to the victims, embarked on a challenging journey to repay their losses by liquidating all his assets.
He parted with his business, two houses, and three cars, ultimately having only his Proton Wira, which he used for both work and shelter.
Despite selling off his assets, Ariff still grappled with an enormous debt burden, compelling him to take on multiple odd jobs daily.
Determined to honor his obligations, he chose to live in his car rather than renting a house or room, believing that his “responsibilities” were too substantial to shoulder otherwise.
90% of earnings goes to debt
Throughout his trying journey, Ariff continued to pursue his passion for music, creating and composing, even as he adapted to his unconventional living arrangements. He resorted to various forms of employment to manage his debt, with approximately 90% of his earnings directed towards debt repayment.
Ariff took to TikTok to share his story and seek employment opportunities through his videos, effectively using social media as a platform for help.
Thanks to his resilience and the support he garnered from online communities, Ariff managed to rebuild his life and become debt-free, as reported by the New Straits Times on October 22.
Power of social media
In the end, Ariff expressed his appreciation for the media’s role in publicizing his story and for the power of social media in transforming his life.
He emphasized that when used correctly, social media can be a powerful tool in overcoming adversity and achieving one’s goals.
Ariff’s story serves as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the capacity to bounce back from even the most dire of financial circumstances. His journey from debt and homelessness to financial recovery and success is a source of inspiration for many.
As a hostess, I am in a unique position to observe the behavior of my customers. I’ve been working in the bar and restaurant industry for a few years now and I have seen countless customers come and go, all with their own stories and motivations.
It’s a shot glass that is typically filled with juice and costs $20 a glass. I always accompany the customer when they order the drink and I usually try to convince them to buy 10 to 20 shots. The commission I receive can range from 40% to 80% depending on my monthly sales target.
At first, I thought it was a harmless way to make a bit of extra money. But then I started to realize that the men who were buying these drinks were not doing it out of pleasure. They were desperate. They were clearly trying to fill some kind of void in their lives or to numb some kind of pain.
I would start to see the same faces come in night after night, the same desperate eyes looking for a girl. It was heartbreaking. I began to understand that I was preying on these men’s desperation. I was taking advantage of their pain and suffering and profiting from it.
I felt guilty and ashamed. I knew I had to stop, but I was also scared. I was scared of losing my job and the commission I was making. So I kept selling the drinks and kept preying on these desperate men.
But then something changed. I started to realize that these men were not just targets for my commission. They were people with stories and struggles and pain. They were people who deserved my compassion and understanding.
So I started to talk to them. I asked them about their lives and what brought them here. I listened to their stories and offered whatever advice and comfort I could. I even started to drink with them.
By doing this, I realized that I was not just a hostess. I was a person who could make a difference in someone else’s life. I was no longer preying on desperate men, I was helping them.
It’s been a few months since I started doing this and I can honestly say that I am a different person. I am not just a hostess, I am a friend. I am not preying on desperation, I am offering hope.
No matter what industry you work in, it’s important to remember that everyone has a story. We all have struggles and pain and it’s important to be compassionate and understanding. We should never take advantage of someone else’s pain. Instead, we should try to offer them comfort and hope. That’s how we can make a difference in the lives of others.
On Sunday, October 22, residents and passersby outside Casa Merah condominium along 50 Tanah Merah Kechil Avenue in Tanah Merah were stunned as household items rained down from one of the residential units.
The incident, which was caught on video and shared on TikTok, raised alarm among the public.
A TikTok video uploaded on the same day captured the startling scene. In the video, a resident of Casa Merah was seen throwing various household items from a window.
The netizen who shared the video, @leonasoh, captioned that there was a “crazy woman in our condo”, and added that the woman had been throwing things down the condo for the last hour, as of the time the video was taken.
These items included a laundry basket and a small luggage, among many other things. The footage quickly gained attention on social media, leaving viewers bewildered by the unusual spectacle.
SCDF deploys inflatable life air pack
Responding to the situation, police officers arrived at the scene, accompanied by personnel from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), who were seen preparing a safety life air pack, indicating their preparedness for any potential emergency.
The police disclosed that they had been alerted to the situation involving a 49-year-old woman who was throwing household items from her residential unit.
The police acted promptly to address the situation and ensure the safety of residents and the public in the vicinity.
The 49-year-old woman was subsequently apprehended under the Mental Health Act, which empowers authorities to intervene when an individual’s actions pose a threat to the life or personal safety of others due to mental health issues.
This act is designed to safeguard both the individual’s well-being and the safety of those around them.
As of now, the woman remains under the care of mental health professionals, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
A netizen shared how he was talking to a girl that he liked, then he hacked into her Facebook and found out that she was talking to another guy.
Here is the story:
“I have no intention to brag about myself, but the information I’m giving is gonna be relevant to the story I’m sharing. I’m from Vietnam. I studied and graduated from NTU a few years ago. I’m currently working in Singapore in a pretty hot domain with a respectable salary.
About 1.5 years ago, I got to know a girl in Vietnam through social networks. She is good-looking and smart. She is in her second year at the Vietnam national academy of music. She is from Hanoi (North of Vietnam), while my hometown is in Ho Chi Minh City (South of Vietnam).
We have been messaging each other a lot, almost every day. Most of the time, I’m the one who initiates. I shared almost everything about my daily life with her. She wouldn’t do the same if I don’t ask her to.
Due to the Covid 19 situation, I haven’t been able to fly back to Vietnam to see her. I’ve occasionally bought gifts and food for her and she liked those. She never accepted too valuable gifts, such as iPhone, though.
Earlier this year, I made an attempt to confess to her. She told me that she still got 2 more years to finish her degree, and it could lead to nothing because her family didn’t want her to get married to someone staying too far away.
I responded to her that I’m willing to relocate to her place. She still rejected me. I supposed that my attempt failed. I decided to give up and not disturb her anymore.
Sometime later, she initiates to message me again and I perceived positive changes in her feelings towards me. So I hacked her Facebook to know what was happening. I know that is bad, I apologize.
I discovered that she was having a relationship with a guy for almost 4 years now. He is a Ph.D. student in Japan and is doing a part-time job for his study.
His hometown is a small city in the South of Vietnam. I saw him commenting and giving heart reactions on my crush posts. From her Messenger, they were messaging and video chatting every day. She made birthday cakes for him.
They haven’t met but they had planned to see each other and to get married. I even found her sending to him sexy photos and, I can’t believe it, screenshots of my confession messages too.
I don’t know what to do. My heart crumbles. I know I’m silly, but I still hope for her change of mind. Appreciate help and advice from you guys.”
Editor’s note: Seems like you’re the appetizer bro, block her and move on.
In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for individuals to voice their concerns and opinions. It can also be a battleground where controversies arise.
One such incident took place on October 20th when a Facebook user named Eric Tan expressed his shock at being charged $8 for a plate of bee hoon at a food court in Singapore General Hospital (SGH), according to a report by Lianhe Zaobao.
$8 for Bee Hoon meal
Eric Tan’s Facebook post made waves when he shared a picture of his bee hoon meal, which consisted of rice with vegetarian roast goose, fried egg, and long beans.
His caption, “First time eat so expensive vegetarian bee hoon,” set the stage for a lively online discussion. Many netizens were quick to express their astonishment at the $8 price tag, labeling it as “daylight robbery.”
Some even called for a boycott of the stall responsible for this seemingly extravagant pricing.
“cannot be”
The stall assistant, Han, spoke to Zaobao and responded to the online outcry by explaining that the diner should have been billed only $7 for the food shown in the photo.
The breakdown of the charges includes $2 for the bee hoon, $1.50 for the fried egg, $1 for long beans, and $2.50 for vegetarian roast goose.
The crux of the matter here is understanding the pricing of vegetarian roast goose, a component that substantially contributed to the overall cost.
Han shed light on the cost of vegetarian roast goose, noting that it’s relatively high, with a bag of it costing $10. This explains the higher price of the dish, which includes this specialized ingredient.
He further added that the prices of their food are clearly indicated and they won’t charge random prices to customers, and he questioned how Tan’s meal had come up to $8.
Han also added that he hopes Tan will be able to show the receipt to prove his claims.
