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WOMAN RECEIVED SCAM CALL FROM S’PORE MAN, WHO IS “BEING WATCHED” & FORCED TO SCAM

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WOMAN RECEIVED SCAM CALL FROM S’PORE MAN, WHO IS “BEING WATCHED” & FORCED TO SCAM

I received a terrifying scam call today

Today I received a call from a Thai number and I picked up the call for the heck of it. The automated voice said a transaction of $900 was made on my non-existent UOB card, and to click 1 to approve, 0 for operator.

I clicked 1.

I expected to hear someone speak to me in Chinese, but instead, a clearly Singaporean male voice responded in proper English.

I said, “why are you doing this? Do you feel proud of scamming our older aunties and uncles of their money?”

It was met with an initial silence, and he followed it up with, “no, no. You don’t understand.”

I tried to press for more information, but he kept repeating that he “could not say much now.”

“Is someone monitoring your calls?” I asked.

“Yes… yes,” he said in a tone as though he was responding to a professional query.

He managed to tell me that he was in Thailand.

“You mean like someone kidnapped you and you’re being forced to do this?” I asked, knowing that he was basically limited to basic yes/no answers.

“Yes… yes,” he repeated in that professional tone again.

I asked him if I could help in anyway. I asked if there was any information he could give me that I could use to help. He said that I could not understand.

After a long pause, he hung the phone up.

I mean he could be bullshitting me the entire time, but wouldn’t he have just hung up sooner? If he wasn’t bullshitting, could there actually be Singaporeans in trouble, possibly stuck in foreign countries being forced into labour because of our ability to speak fluent English?

I dunno, I feel quite shaken by the call and I felt a genuine note of despair and honesty in his voice.

GOJEK TO START CHARGING UP TO 60 CENTS FOR CASHLESS PAYMENTS, FROM 1 NOV ONWARDS

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GOJEK TO START CHARGING UP TO 60 CENTS FOR CASHLESS PAYMENTS, FROM 1 NOV ONWARDS

In a recent development, ride-hailing giant Gojek has announced a significant change in its payment structure for Singapore commuters.

Starting from November 1, Gojek will charge a transaction fee to passengers who do not use cash as their payment method, according to Channel NewsAsia.

An Introduction to Gojek’s New Transaction Fee

Gojek, a well-known name in the ride-hailing industry, has introduced a new payment structure for its services in Singapore.

This development comes as a response to the evolving payment landscape and the increasing trend of cashless transactions. The company considers this adjustment “a structure that is not new in the Singapore market.”

The new fee will range from S$0.10 to S$0.60, depending on the distance traveled by passengers. This fee will be reflected in customer receipts as a separate component labeled “Payment Transaction Fee.” It aims to streamline and differentiate the cost for passengers using cashless payment methods.

Prior to this change, Gojek’s fee structure included a driver fee and a platform fee in addition to the overall trip fare. However, with this new adjustment, a transaction fee will also be added for those who choose not to pay in cash.

Competition in the Market

Gojek is not the only player in the ride-hailing market in Singapore that imposes a transaction fee for cashless payments.

Competitors like TADA and ComfortDelGro also have their own fee structures. TADA’s rate varies depending on the type of card used, while ComfortDelGro charges a 10 percent administrative fee on top of the total metered fare.

To balance this change and maintain a healthy ecosystem, Gojek has decided to reduce the commission it collects from its drivers.

Starting from November 1, the fees will be lowered from 15 percent to 10 percent, a measure that will be in effect “until at least the end of 2024.”

According to Gojek, this reduction in the service fee is designed to bolster drivers’ earnings while keeping the company’s services accessible and reliable for consumers.

This move aligns with Gojek’s commitment to support its drivers and ensure that they can maintain a sustainable livelihood on the Gojek platform.

A Step Towards Better Service

Gojek has emphasized that this change is also in line with its ongoing efforts to improve the ride-hailing experience for customers.

By reducing the service fee and introducing the transaction fee, Gojek aims to increase the availability of drivers throughout the day, ultimately leading to a more seamless and efficient service for passengers.

To provide some context, Gojek had raised its service fees to 15 percent in February amid Singapore’s pandemic recovery.

In comparison, other competitors in the market, such as Grab and Ryde, have their own commission structures. Grab typically takes about 20 percent in commission from its drivers, while Ryde’s commission is set at 10 percent. TADA, on the other hand, doesn’t take any commissions.

WOMAN SHARES NIGHTMARE 1ST DATE WITH S’POREAN MAN WHO DOESN’T KNOW HOW TO FLIRT

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WOMAN SHARES NIGHTMARE 1ST DATE WITH S’POREAN MAN WHO DOESN’T KNOW HOW TO FLIRT

On Tuesday, October 17th, a Tokyo-based woman named Tiffany shared a nightmarish story of her first date with a Singaporean man.

Nightmare Date

Tiffany didn’t mince words when she described her date as a “total waste of time.”

Hindsight is often 20/20, and Tiffany recognized red flags even before the date began. The awkwardness started when Tiffany declined the man’s advances to have dinner with him, and he tried to insert himself into her dinner plans that she had with another person.

“Where? Can I join?” the guy asked, and she was taken aback by the question, asking why would you want to join a dinner with someone else?

The man then asked her for drinks after her dinner instead, and she agreed.

One of the initial disappointments for Tiffany was the significant difference between her date’s profile picture and his real appearance, which she described as not being “her type” (we took it to mean he probably catfished her).

Awkward Silence

As Tiffany and her date sat down for their evening, the conversation quickly took a turn for the worse, and it resulted in Tiffany even trolling the guy, asking him when was the last time he cried, and he said last year.

The man then posed the question back to her and asked when was the last time she cried, which she said was last night. The guy then replied, “oh was it because I didn’t respond to your message.”

Tiffany then felt like puking from his putrid attempt at flirting.

When the date was about to end, the bar didn’t allow for the final bill to be split between two cards, so the man paid for the bill and told Tiffany to pay the next bill, and they then ended up at another bar, where the two sat beside each other in awkward silence.

The date ended on an awkward note, with Tiffany describing it as her “worst date.”

@tiffanytchen He was from Singapore #dating #hinge #tokyo ♬ Chopin Nocturne No. 2 Piano Mono – moshimo sound design

Netizens’ comments

  1. all the people commenting “singapore men” i would like to see a singapore girl version cos u know it aint any better
  2. You’re giving Ali Wong energy and I’m living for it hahahahah please post more date stories
  3. I’m from Singapore and I am so sorry
  4. from Singapore and this sounds about right
  5. why do you still give him the wrong idea?
  6. “you get the next one” gets me SOOOOOO triggered
  7. Would’ve been cheaper to pay the first bill and just peace out

THIEF PRETENDS TO BE A MANNEQUIN TO AVOID BEING CAUGHT ON CCTV, END UP STILL ARRESTED

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THIEF PRETENDS TO BE A MANNEQUIN TO AVOID BEING CAUGHT ON CCTV, END UP STILL ARRESTED

In a peculiar turn of events, a Polish man has found himself in the hot seat after employing a rather unconventional approach to theft. This story unfolds in Warsaw, where the streets witnessed a series of antics that are as baffling as they are audacious.

Frozen in time

The tale begins with a 22-year-old individual who had something entirely unexpected up his sleeve. Armed with a bag, he executed a scheme that blurred the lines between audacity and absurdity. The man, undeterred by conventional criminal tactics, decided to adopt a disguise that was both ingenious and surreal.

Our protagonist’s unconventional antics began with him taking a seemingly casual stroll on a busy Warsaw street. With his bag in hand, he decided to halt in front of a shop window. However, it wasn’t a regular pause. Instead, he froze in place, imitating a mannequin. This audacious move was intended to serve a dual purpose.

The man’s abrupt transformation into a ‘living’ mannequin was not just a random whim. He believed this peculiar act would help him escape the prying eyes of surveillance cameras. By posing as an inanimate object, he aimed to remain undetected, even as he stood right in front of the store window.

Having the time of his life

But the story doesn’t end with a man frozen in time. After the shopping center’s operating hours had expired, the man made his move. In a daring heist, he targeted a jewelry stand within the mall.

In the midst of his criminal escapade, the man took a pause for an unexpected pit stop. Perhaps feeling a bit peckish, he ventured into a restaurant for a free, illegal meal.

After sating his hunger, the man wasn’t quite done with his peculiar routine. Upon exiting the restaurant, he discreetly slipped under the roller-shutters at the entrance of a store.

His objective? To exchange his current attire for a new set of clothes, furthering his pursuit of stealth and evasion.

Eventually caught

However, all good things must come to an end. The man’s audacious antics did not go unnoticed for long. His peculiar behavior was eventually spotted by vigilant security personnel who, recognizing that something was amiss, made the wise decision to involve the police.

To make matters even more intriguing, this was not an isolated incident. The accused is also alleged to have been involved in another shopping center heist.

It is claimed that he not only targeted cash tills but also attempted to make off with various items after the shopping center’s closing hours.

GANGSTER UNCLE ASK MAN “YOU WEAR WHAT SHIRT ONE” IN MRT

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GANGSTER UNCLE ASK MAN “YOU WEAR WHAT SHIRT ONE” IN MRT

A man had an unfortunate accident with another uncle in the MRT after he accidentally kicked him, the uncle ask the man “what shirt you wear?”. It is a prison slang asking what gang he is affiliated with.

Here is what the commuter said:

I accidentally kicked an uncle’s slipper in the mrt, said sorry but he got really angry & keep asking ‘what shirt I wear’, I really can’t remember as bought so long ago, so I took off my shirt & showed him the tag; it’s a ‘Hanes tshirt’. He just laughed & called me Channel 5.

Why, I am now very confuse?

Seems like many strange people around, maybe much stress causes many mental issues.

Here are what netizens think:

  • He is asking you, what gang are you from ? Thats what he meant!
  • Which gang u from?
  • Lucky he never ask what underwear you wear…
  • It’s a blue Monday mood for everyone, stressful life
  • Tell uncle whatever shirt is not important but u don’t mind go back to Jail for murder again!
  • which gang you are from bro that’s a slang use inside prison shirt with colour represent different gangs
  • channel 5 means jiak kan tang.. u get the drift?
  • Luckily never ask what underwear you are wearing…. If not you take out to show him, now you should be in police station… Lol
  • If uncle ask you what shirt you wear, u just show him ur red underwear, he confirm run away. U dont believe u can try.
  • tell him you wear blue shirts, is blue supporter. he sure loves you. maybe even gives you a kiss

AIR-ASIA CEO HAS SHIRTLESS MASSAGE DURING CONFERENCE CALL, KENA SLAMMED BY NETIZENS

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AIR-ASIA CEO HAS SHIRTLESS MASSAGE DURING CONFERENCE CALL, KENA SLAMMED BY NETIZENS

In the world of corporate leadership and the constant scrutiny of social media, even the most seemingly innocuous actions of CEOs can spark controversy.

In a recent incident, Tony Fernandes, the chief executive officer of Air Asia, found himself at the center of a heated online debate.

The source of the controversy? A shirtless photo of him receiving a massage from a woman during a conference call, according to Channel NewsAsia.

The Controversial LinkedIn Post

On October 16th, Tony Fernandes made a post on his LinkedIn account that quickly stirred the pot. In the photo accompanying the post, he was shirtless and seated while a woman massaged his left shoulder.

The caption read, “Got to love Indonesia and AirAsia culture that I can have a massage and do a management meeting. We are making big progress, and I have now finalized Capital A structure. Exciting days ahead. Proud of what we have built and never have lost sight of the finish.”

While Mr. Fernandes may have intended the post to convey a sense of multitasking prowess and corporate progress, it received mixed reactions.

Public Reactions

The reactions on social media were largely critical. Many questioned the appropriateness of the CEO appearing shirtless during a professional meeting.

The photo made it’s way onto X (formerly know as Twitter) as some users piled on, saying that “Tony when you said Air Asia had an open culture, I didn’t expect it to be THIS open”.

Others questioned how him getting a shirtless massage at work can be called “culture” as they found it to be appalling.

The Discussion of Work Culture

In response to the criticism, Mr. Fernandes defended his actions. Speaking to the news outlet Malaysiakini, he expressed regret if anyone had taken offense but maintained that it was a mini-management meeting, and none of the staff present had raised objections to him receiving a massage.

He emphasized the importance of understanding the work culture at Air Asia and suggested that the post had been taken out of context.

Mr. Fernandes’ response added another layer to the ongoing conversation. He apologized for any unintended offense but also emphasized that his actions should be viewed in the context of Air Asia’s unique work culture. It was an attempt to showcase the ability to multitask but had evidently been misconstrued.

M’SIAN WIFE-TO-BE CAN’T WAIT TO ESCAPE FROM SG BF’S PARENTS

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M’SIAN WIFE-TO-BE CAN’T WAIT TO ESCAPE FROM SG BF’S PARENTS

I want to share a bit about my story. I’m a Malaysian,when I was 23 years old, I moved into my boyfriend’s house in an old 3-room HDB flat and stayed with his parents. The living room was empty, and his younger brother occupied an extra build corner room.

My boyfriend is an incredibly sweet, kind and positive person. He doted me a lot and ensure I never shed a tear. His personality has endeared him to many people. However, there’s a darker side to our situation.

His parents have proven to be quite toxic. They’ve been verbally abusive towards him and treated him poorly like owe them 100mil. They would scold and shout at him whenever they see him and frequently ask for money. Despite being in their healthy 60s, they refuse to work and spend most of their time in the kitchen smoking. everytime i open the kitchen door I thought the house got burned.

My boyfriend isn’t a high earner,and I’m been financially independent and will try my best to cover our expense. He gives 30% of his salary to his parents. He pays for their bills when they are sick and covers all the household expenses. They seem to have money for cigarettes but none for medical care. There was even an incident where his father used my toothbrush, and another time he entered my room and yelled at me for no reason. His father’s behavior even extends to walking around in just his underwear.

I’ve tried to maintain respect and ignore the nonsense they did to us. As our financial situation has become more stable, I’m eager to move out but we failed to ballot a HDB flat. My boyfriend is hesitant to consider a resale flat as he only has preference for new flat. We’ve had many quarrels about this and his toxic parents behaviour. I’ve endured all of this for years because I love my boyfriend deeply.

Now, I’m in my 30s, and I’m eager to start a family, but we are still stuck in this toxic situation.

24 Y.O MAN ADMITS TO MOLESTING WOMAN INSIDE LIFT & TELLING HER IT “FEELS GOOD”

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24 Y.O MAN ADMITS TO MOLESTING WOMAN INSIDE LIFT & TELLING HER IT “FEELS GOOD”

Muhammad Farhan Abdullah, a 24-year-old man, pleaded guilty on 19 October to a disturbing incident of wrongful restraint and molestation that occurred on February 1st earlier this year,

The victim, a 36-year-old woman, cannot be named because of a court order protecting her identity.

He is now awaiting sentencing, which is scheduled for November 16.

What happened

According to TODAY, Farhan’s path first crossed with the woman at a wet market in Serangoon on 1 February earlier this year. He was attracted to the 36-year-old woman and followed her back to her HDB block, where he waited for the lift with her.

Upon entering the lift, the victim pressed the button to go to the 5th floor and asked Farhan which floor he was going.

Farhan said he was going to the 12th floor and the victim then pressed the 12th floor as the doors closed, taking them up the block.

As the lift was going up, Farhan then grabbed the victim and pushed her against the wall as she tried to turn around and flee, but he continued trying to restrain the woman by holding her arms and limbs from around her shoulders.

After restraining her, he attempted to kiss her on her neck and face, as well as touched her chest and telling her that it “felt good”.

The victim then tried to free herself but Farhan warned her that he will kill her if she shouts, adding that he has a knife.

He didn’t actually have a knife but wanted to scare the woman into complying with him.

Upon reaching the 5th floor, the woman tried to escape from the lift but Farhan pulled her back in, only letting her go after she shouted for help.

Her husband then called the police shortly after and Farhan was then arrested later that day.

MOTORCYCLIST SPLITS LANE BETWEEN CAR & LORRY, ALMOST GOT CRUSHED & BECOME PRATA

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MOTORCYCLIST SPLITS LANE BETWEEN CAR & LORRY, ALMOST GOT CRUSHED & BECOME PRATA

Riding a motorcycle gives you a sense of freedom, allowing you to navigate through traffic with ease. Lane splitting, a practice of riding a motorcycle between lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, can be an effective way to beat congestion. However, it’s not without its dangers.

A Frightening Encounter

One rider in the Dhoby Ghaut area of Singapore recently experienced the terrifying consequences of unsafe lane splitting. In a heart-pounding incident, the motorcyclist nearly met with a life-threatening accident.

The heart-stopping episode was captured and shared on TikTok by the user @__aloyy__.

The dramatic incident unfolded at the intersection of Orchard Road and Buyong Road, just outside Concorde Hotel somewhere along the Dhoby Gaut area.

The unfortunate motorcyclist was riding at a high speed when he tried to split lanes between a lorry and a yellow taxi.

As the motorcycle squeezed between the two vehicles, the lorry suddenly lurched forward, leading to a disastrous outcome.

Due to the close proximity of the motorcycle and the lorry, a metal handle on the side of the lorry snagged onto the rider’s mirror and caused him to get knocked off his bike and onto the road.

The rider was pinned down for a moment by the motorcycle against the lorry, and he almost got crushed by the lorry.

He managed to escape death after being thrown off his bike by the impact, rolling onto the road surface and clear of the two vehicles.

@__aloyy__ Dont do what i do kids. Lane spliting is a risk. But if you do, dont do what i do kids 😂 #ride #carfully #risk #rider #fall #biketok #ithappens #fyp #fypシ゚viral #road ♬ suara asli – Sadvibes🥀

Netizens’ comments

  1. did someone stopped to check on you bro? thats a scary experience….dk why lorry still decides to inch towards you🤧
  2. the way i gasped cause i thought u were gonna go under the truck 😩 get well soon my guy 🙏🏻
  3. never split lane near to a heavy vehicle. if 50/50, don’t risk it. time waste waiting is way better than a broken limb or a life lost.
  4. aiyoo brother to small already to lane split but GWS alright..how the adrenaline rush when this happens? anyway ride safe mah dude
  5. why would you lane split between a lorry🥺

GF CONTEMPLATING PLAYING GAMES AS BF IS A HARDCORE GAMER

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GF CONTEMPLATING PLAYING GAMES AS BF IS A HARDCORE GAMER

A girl asked if she should start gaming so she can get to spend more time with her boyfriend.

Here is the story:

Should I start gaming because my bf likes it?

My boyfriend spends a lot of time gaming, but I am not a gamer at all. He is extremely passionate about it and I know that is good at it too. He is very close with his gaming friends, in fact his ex girlfriend was from the same gaming circle. They are no longer playing together but i cannot help but wonder if I should also start gaming with him.

I sometimes watch him play games and I will get lost on the map lol. He is not asking me to try and he is fine that I am not a gamer. I have other hobbies which I don’t try to get him into it either since I know those are not his interest.

Things have been going on well between us but with our differences in hobbies I don’t know if we will have problems in the future. At the same time I feel that having the space and freedom to do what we like individually is important too. We have been together for only 6 months but we really love each other and have made plans to get married in the next one year. Any advice will be helpful thank you.

Here are what netizens think:

  • It is ok to have different hobbies as long as the hobbies doesn’t consume your life.You can join in just for fun but not necessary
  • I love playing game and my wife love watching drama. She tried playing game with me but she don’t really like it because it’s complicated. So when I play game, she will watch her drama but we still sit beside each other and bond.
  • Let him play in peace every once in a while or after he had helped out.
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