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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 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 Many Singapore seniors may qualify for up to S$900 but don’t realise it. Adult children can legally help check payouts using Singpass with consent. Besides the Senior Bonus, other benefits may be paid in the same year. If you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, there’s a very real chance your parents didn’t … Read more
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore households can expect CDC and SG60 vouchers to return in 2026 as part of cost-of-living support. Combined benefits could reach S$600–S$800 for a typical family, depending on household size. Used wisely, these vouchers directly reduce daily expenses without affecting taxes or benefits. The CDC Vouchers Scheme and the upcoming SG60 Vouchers are … 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 Singapore moms can work in 2026 without full-time jobs thanks to flexible and remote roles. Part-time, freelance, job sharing, and WFH options now offer CPF protection and steady income. With government support, flexible work is practical, legal, and increasingly normal in SG. If you’re a mum juggling school pick-ups, ageing parents, and your … 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