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UAE Moments
13 hours ago
- General
- UAE Moments
Your Daily Career Tarot Card Reading for July 21st, 2025
21.7.25 The World: If you've doubted yourself regarding an idea, project, or job application or interview, then the World card shows up to tell you that you'll likely exceed expectations. It's time to feel the fear and do it anyway, as there's a good chance you'll also surpass yourself. However, you should continue to prepare and to do your best, as your positive attitude can bring you even more kudos.
Independent Singapore
a day ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
7K/month is still not ‘good enough' — 28 y/o Malaysian woman laments because her parents keep forcing her to work in Singapore to earn more
MALAYSIA: 'Are children successful only if they 'earn a lot and go far'?' asked a 28-year-old Malaysian woman who poured her heart out in a heartfelt post that struck a nerve with thousands on Astro XUAN's Facebook page. And her story is probably one that many young adults quietly live every day. She earns a decent RM7,000 (approximately S$2,000) monthly, lives independently, has time for herself, and feels genuinely content with her life. But to her parents, it's still not good enough. Photo: FB screengrab/ASTROXUAN 'My monthly salary is about 7K, which is not much, but I can live a comfortable life,' she wrote. 'I am single, I have my own space, and I have time to do what I like. I am very satisfied with my current life,' she added. Photo: FB screengrab/ASTROXUAN And yet, this hard-earned happiness has become the very thing her parents question. The pressure starts after graduation Like many only children in Asian families, she bears the invisible crown of expectation. After graduation, instead of chasing the so-called 'greener pastures' abroad, she chose to build a life locally — in Malaysia, where she feels rooted and at peace. But according to her parents, real success lives across the Causeway. 'They always persuade me to develop in Singapore, saying that the salary there is high and there are many opportunities,' she explained. 'They also give examples of relatives whose children have gone abroad and settled down there.' The script is familiar: 'You'll earn more in Singapore!' as many may have probably heard before. And it's not an outright lie — average salaries in Singapore often tower over Malaysian pay scales. Even a S$4,000 salary (about RM14,000) is considered modest in the Lion City, but more than double what she currently makes. Still, she's not convinced. 'I like the city I am familiar with now, where I have my own pace of life, friends, and a sense of life.' Money talks, but so does silence Every time money is mentioned at the dinner table, the room turns tense. The conversation inevitably circles back to that dreaded question: 'When are you going to Singapore?' She describes feeling 'wronged' — not because she doesn't understand their concern, but because her current life is being constantly invalidated by a probable fantasy version of success. 'They think I am stubborn, but I think I am just sticking to my own choice,' she stood her ground. To avoid arguments, she now visits home less often — a painful consequence for someone who clearly values family, but is caught in a never-ending debate between love and independence. See also Anwar's party was on the verge of breakup: Party founder 'The more they talked, the more silent I became, and the sadder I became,' she expressed her sorrows. The emotional cost of 'Good Intentions' At the core of her post is a quiet plea: to be seen, not as someone who gave up or settled, but as someone who chose peace over prestige, stability over stress, and authenticity over ambition. 'They always say, 'We are doing this for your own good.' I believe they love me. But I also want them to know: I am not wasting my life, nor am I shirking my responsibilities.' She saves money. She works hard. She's not partying her life away. She just doesn't want to uproot her happiness for someone else's idea of what life should look like. 'Sometimes I feel really confused and helpless — in their eyes, are children successful only if they 'earn a lot and go far'?' A bigger question beneath it all This post has sparked a quiet cultural conversation — not about where we work, but about what we value. Should success be measured only by paycheck size and how far we've moved from home? Is emotional fulfilment less important than career prestige? And perhaps the biggest question of all: Can love sometimes come across as pressure, especially when masked as 'what's best for you'? Her words reflect a common struggle faced by many Asian millennials and Gen Zs — the tug-of-war between filial piety and personal freedom. She ends her post simply… but vulnerably: 'I am an only child, and I don't know who to talk to, so I wrote this down here. I want to hear your thoughts.' Well, if she's reading this — here's one thought: You're not alone. And choosing peace over pressure? That's not failure. That's courage to protect your own inner peace and stand up for your own freedom of choice. Stay grounded. Stay strong. We wish you all the best. In other news, one job seeker said, 'As a 20-something in Singapore, I often hear older generations talk about job security, retirement savings, or climbing the corporate ladder, but for many in my generation, those ideas feel increasingly outdated — if not completely out of reach.' Read his full story on why he reached this conclusion here: 20 y/o Singaporean says older generations' idea of job security — committing to a 9-6 full-time job — is outdated for Gen Zs like him in the age of AI
Fox News
3 days ago
- General
- Fox News
Man's refusal to shop for girlfriend's kombucha after work starts hot relationship debate
A man's rant about having to do special shopping errands for his girlfriend divided hundreds of social media users, sparking a debate about relationship expectations. In a post on a Reddit page with over 24 million members, the man began by noting that he works 12 hours a day while his girlfriend works between four and eight hours. "At least once a week, she asks me to stop by the store on my way home and grab kombucha (only she drinks) or random other stuff like beer, Diet Coke or snacks," the Reddit user said. "Usually she [goes] grocery shopping that same day and says she forgot an item or so." But the requests for her fermented tea drink and other specific choices weighed on him, he said — leading him to finally put his foot down. It's a move that made him "the bad guy," he said. "Considering I leave before her and get home after her with only a few hours at the end of my day to rest, I finally started telling her no, and I am made to be the bad guy," the man concluded. The post drew a wave of mixed reactions, with many commenters criticizing the man for his stance. "You're already out and probably driving past the store," one person observed. "Stop at the darn store. It's not a competition. Just contribute. This is a very immature attitude to have." "Who cleans the toilets? I rest my case," another said. "You can buy girly pop a kombucha a few times a week. Get her some flowers next time." Others supported the boyfriend's point of view, arguing it was reasonable for him to deny the request. "I worked [12-hour] shifts for years in the past and I was a zombie during those times," one person said. "Never was able to get the sleep I needed. I wouldn't be going to a store unless it was an absolute necessity." Another said, "Don't listen to these delusional people who don't know what real work is." Others were more neutral about the topic — suggesting the issue could be resolved with better communication. "Talk it out and you can probably find a solution," one person advised. "It's no wonder she doubts his love when he measures things in this cold, tit-for-tat way." "Have a conversation with her about it first," another said. "Once or twice a month is fine, but once or twice a week is not." Carole Lieberman, M.D., a psychiatrist based in Beverly Hills, California, shared thoughts with Fox News Digital about the relationship issues at stake. Lieberman said the boyfriend's complaints seem valid on the surface but that he is "missing the point." "His girlfriend is asking him to pick up things she 'forgot' at the store as a way of proving he loves and cares for her," the expert observed. "It's no wonder she doubts his love when he measures things in this cold, tit-for-tat way, by the number of hours they each work." Lieberman stressed that love "shouldn't be measured – it should be given freely and warmly." She added, "If he tries it, he'll see the rewards."
Bloomberg
6 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
A Rare JPM Bear on Why it's Time to Sell
David George, Baird Senior Research Analyst, says he sees a dichotomy between very high expectations yet very good fundamentals in JPMorgan. (Source: Bloomberg)
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Chargers place WR Mike Williams on Pup List 'The Insiders'
Sharks General Manager Grier Discusses New Acquisitions, Sets Expectations For Next Season Mike Grier spoke with the media after the San Jose Sharks acquired Ryan Reaves and Jeff Skinner earlier this week. The Sharks' general manager has high expectations for both of the acquisitions, but also for the team as a whole this coming season. 2:20 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
