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Singapore is significantly expanding support for families, with parents set to receive more childcare leave, sustained financial assistance until their children turn 17, cheaper preschool fees and better chances when applying for public housing. The measures, announced by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the National Day Rally 2026, represent a broader shift in Singapore’s marriage…
How much should someone in Singapore be earning in their 20s, 30s or 40s? There is no single answer. Two people of the same age can have vastly different salaries depending on their occupations, qualifications, experience and industries. Still, official figures from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) provide a useful benchmark for Singapore residents who…
Looking for a personal loan in Singapore? Whether you’re planning a renovation, consolidating debt, funding a major purchase or simply need some extra cash, there are several attractive promotions available this September. Through SingSaver, eligible applicants can currently receive rewards of up to S$2,000 cash, depending on the bank and approved loan amount. The current…
In 2012, a quiet 29-year-old Malaysian quality assurance engineer working at a Singapore tech firm was arrested in his rented flat in Yishun. What police found on his laptop would make his case one of the most disturbing child sex crime prosecutions in Singapore’s history — and a cautionary tale that still resonates for parents…
At just 28 years old, Nick Leeson single-handedly brought down Barings Bank, Britain’s oldest merchant bank, with reckless and unauthorized trading that led to $2.2 billion in losses. His actions not only caused the bank’s collapse but also triggered a worldwide financial scandal that sent shockwaves through the industry. Rise of a Financial Star Leeson…
This is a paid partnership post with ADD Income Alliance. In an industry often defined by competition and individual success, ADD Income Alliance (representing Income Insurance) stands out for an entirely different reason – a shared vision rooted in shared success, leadership, and a commitment to transforming lives. Founded by three individuals with diverse experiences…
Wah, Malaysia is leading the game in addressing workplace bullying! Since July 2025, workplace bullying has become a criminal offence there – with real jail time and serious consequences for both bosses and employees. No more just “let HR handle it” kind of thing. This news went viral after a TikTok video by HR Update…
In 2019, a ComfortDelgro cabby was captured on his knees, begging officers for mercy after being slapped with a $200 fine by the National Environment Agency for smoking in his own taxi, a moment that laid bare the precarious existence of Singapore’s taxi drivers. Under the Smoking (Prohibition in Certain Places) Act, anyone caught smoking…
Wah, Singaporeans’ credit card debt hit a 10-year high already! The total unpaid balance reached S$9.07 billion in the third quarter of 2025 – last time we saw this kind of number was back in 2014 leh. The Singapore Department of Statistics (SingStat) data shows that rollover balances – that’s the amount people never pay…
Cathie Wood, head of Ark Investment Management, is known for buying stocks when they dip and selling after strong runs—and she just unloaded about $40 million of one of Ark’s top holdings as investors grow increasingly jittery about a possible tech bubble. Wood made a name for herself after the Ark Innovation ETF delivered a…