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KEY HIGHLIGHTS Hyundai revealed the all-new Crater Concept adventure SUV at AutoMobility LA 2025. The compact off-road concept blends rugged XRT DNA with bold Art of Steel design. Crater previews Hyundai’s future direction for lifestyle-focused electric off-roaders. Unveiled globally at AutoMobility LA 2025, the Crater Concept is described as a compact off-road SUV inspired by … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Older Australians may be able to earn more in 2026 without losing Centrelink payments. Up to A$4,000 in unused Work Bonus credits can offset future work income. No application needed, but payout timing for 2026 is not officially confirmed. $4000 Centrelink Work Bonus 2026 Australia: Here’s the part many Aussies miss. The $4,000 … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS From 1 Jan 2026, drivers can get S$30 off traffic fines by paying early Applies to locally registered vehicles with fines of S$50 or more Must pay within 14 days — miss it and you pay full amount Traffic fine discount S$30: Singapore drivers, take note.Pay your traffic fine early, and you’ll save … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS All Singapore households get S$300 CDC Vouchers from January 2026 Extra help comes via utility (U-Save) and S&CC rebates for HDB homes No application needed for rebates; vouchers claimed via Singpass If you’re living in Singapore, extra cash support is landing straight into your household — no guessing, no ballot, no lucky draw. … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Japan raises interest rates to 0.75%, the highest level since 1995. The move signals the end of decades of ultra-cheap money from the BOJ. For Singapore investors, yen assets and Asia markets could see fresh volatility. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has raised its key policy rate to around 0.75%, a level not … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Official S$2,500 lump-sum payout for all Singaporeans in 2026 Most adults will receive S$100–S$600 under the Assurance Package in December 2025 The “S$2,500” figure usually comes from adding multiple schemes over several years S$2500 Cash Payout 2026 Singapore: Government scheme that pays S$2,500 in one lump sum to every Singaporean in 2026. What … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Your CPF OA first S$20,000 earns up to 3.5% or 4.5% interest in Singapore Extra interest is paid into SA or RA, not left idle in OA Simple rule, but huge long-term impact on retirement savings Most Singaporeans know CPF OA earns 2.5% p.a.But the real story starts with the first S$20,000. That … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS CPF changes kick in from 1 January 2026, affecting salaries and take-home pay in Singapore CPF Ordinary Wage ceiling rises to S$8,000, the final step in a multi-year increase Higher CPF rates for workers aged 55 to 65, with more savings going into retirement From 1 January 2026, both employees and employers in … Read more
Your 2026 tax bill might look very different — for better or worse. And most people won’t realise it until it’s too late. With a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment, fresh ATO compliance funding, and updated tax rules kicking in, staying informed is no longer optional. Honestly speaking, this is one year where a little planning can … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Grab and ComfortDelGro platform fees will go up from 1 Jan 2026 in Singapore Hikes are linked to higher CPF contributions and worker protection rules Expect to pay up to S$1.30 per ride in platform fees If you take Grab or CDG taxis regularly, this matters.From 1 January 2026, platform fees are going … Read more
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