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KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore will roll out stricter Work Permit rules from 2026, affecting levies, quotas, wages, and welfare. Employers face higher costs but clearer compliance standards; workers get better protection. Preparation is not optional — poor planning can lead to fines, hiring bans, or permit suspension. From 2026, Singapore is tightening its Work Permit framework … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Several Australian banks lifted term deposit rates again this week Some long-term rates now sit well above what most savers expected in 2026 Top returns hit 4.70% p.a., but conditions matter Over the past week, multiple banks pushed rates higher, with a few smashing previous “best on market” levels tracked by Savings.com.au. This … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Government launches the 2026 Senior Bonus with direct cash payouts for eligible Singapore seniors Automatic payments of up to S$900, with possible CPF and MediSave top-ups Extra cost-of-living support without affecting CPF LIFE or other benefits That’s why the Government Launches 2026 Senior Bonus: Cash Payout for Singapore Seniors announcement matters. This new … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS A US oil company has confirmed a major offshore oil discovery near southern Vietnam. Estimates suggest recoverable reserves could exceed 430 million barrels, one of ASEAN’s largest in two decades. The find may help Vietnam reduce oil imports as industrial demand keeps rising. This is not a small discovery that gets forgotten after … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Many Singaporeans miss their GST Voucher payout each year due to simple admin mistakes. Cash payouts, MediSave top-ups, and U-Save rebates can total over S$1,000 if eligible. Fixing your records early is key to receiving the full 2026 GST Voucher payout. Many Singaporeans miss out on their GST Voucher payout every year due … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS CDC & SG60 Vouchers remain best spent on daily meals in heartland areas in 2026. Hawker centres and kopitiams give the highest value per dollar, often under S$6 per meal. Smart voucher use can easily save a household hundreds of dollars a year on food. For most Singaporeans, this is where vouchers make … Read more
The S$900 Senior Bonus has been making headlines, but honestly speaking, it’s only one piece of a much bigger picture. Many eligible seniors also receive GST Voucher (Cash), Silver Support, Cost-of-Living payouts, MediSave top-ups, and U-Save rebates — often within the same year, without any application needed. That’s where confusion starts. Some assume getting one … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Silver Support Scheme 2026 continues to give extra cash help to seniors living alone in Singapore Eligible seniors can receive up to S$3,600 a year without applying One of the most important retirement income support schemes for lower-income elderly in Singapore That’s where the Silver Support Scheme 2026 comes in. It provides automatic … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Platform workers in Singapore will receive cash support in 2026 to offset higher CPF deductions Payouts of up to S$1,000+ help cushion take-home pay while CPF savings grow PCTS eases the transition as CPF rates move closer to employee levels If you’re a Grab driver, food delivery rider, or freelance courier, 2026 is … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Claims about Australia increasing the pension age are spreading online — but they’re false. The Age Pension age remains 67, with no government plans to raise it. Aussies are warned not to trust viral Centrelink stories seen on Google Discover. If you’ve seen headlines claiming Australia is increasing the retirement age — you’re … Read more