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Envision the new year and starting it off pleasantly, by winning free money for the food from your favorite hawkers, fresh groceries, or the essentials of your daily life! The arrival of the new year is one of the good times to be, but unfortunately, the cost-of-living is still high in Singapore. In the light … Read more
CDC Vouchers are credits transferred digitally to households, valid at the numerous hawker stalls, wet markets, and supermarkets participating in the initiative. This voucher-redeeming initiative was introduced in 2021 and since has become the cornerstone of support for the high cost of living in Singapore. Change Activated Vouchers supply immediate relief for daily essentials, conducive … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Australia is rolling out stricter road rules from 2026 with tougher nationwide enforcement. Fines jump sharply for speeding, phone use, and repeat dangerous driving. Penalties range from A$500 to A$2,000, with higher demerit point risks. From 2026, Australia is tightening road laws nationwide, with higher fines, faster licence suspensions, and stricter enforcement across … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Hyundai has launched the Ioniq 9 in Singapore as its new flagship electric SUV. Available in six- and seven-seat layouts with up to 620km of driving range. Prices start from $309,999, positioning it among the most premium EV SUVs here. Hyundai has wrapped up 2025 with the Singapore debut of the Ioniq 9, … Read more
Picture this scenario: you open your monthly bank account statement, only to see a much larger amount than you expected, right at the time when the prices of groceries and energy are skyrocketing. This is how millions of people all over the world have been treated in 2025. And the good news is given to … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Subaru STI will unveil three Japan-only special editions at Tokyo Auto Salon. WRX, Levorg and Impreza receive subtle STI upgrades rather than full performance overhauls. These 2026 models focus on design, chassis tweaks and exclusivity, not extra power. STI fans have something new to look forward to this January. Subaru Technica International has … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore’s economy expanded by 4.8% in 2025, beating earlier expectations Growth was driven by AI-related demand, resilient global trade, and delayed US tariffs Government signals major policy refresh, with key changes expected at Budget 2026 Singapore ended 2025 on a stronger note than most expected, with the economy growing by 4.8%. That’s a … Read more
Imagine that you turn 55 in 2026, and the funds you’ve accumulated in CPF are your lifetime savings contributions to retire with. CPF has consistently evolved over time and juggles vast flexibility to meet instant needs with security over an entire lifespan. Keeping up with the ongoing increase in life expectancy and adjusting costs, in … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Unemployed Singaporeans can receive up to S$6,000 while job hunting and upskilling Payouts depend on active job search efforts, not automatic handouts Support lasts up to 6 months and is capped by your previous salary The SkillsFuture Jobseeker Support Scheme 2026 gives involuntarily unemployed Singaporeans up to S$6,000 — not just as relief … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS MOM extends the Part-Time Re-employment Grant until 31 Dec 2027. Employers get S$2,500 per senior worker aged 60 and above. Grant supports flexible work and part-time roles for older workers. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has confirmed it is extending the Part-Time Re-employment Grant (PTRG) by another two years, all the way until … Read more
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