By expanding the eligibility criteria, CDAC aims to bridge the gap for more students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. With its S$38.69 million budget for 2024, the organisation is set to extend help to a larger number of families, ensuring that essential support reaches those who need it most.
Minister for Culture, Community, and Youth Edwin Tong shared that the donated unused CDC vouchers will directly benefit the household's chosen charitable cause. Last year, this initiative resulted in approximately S$1.19 million worth of CDC vouchers from 2021 and 2022 distributed among 245 charitable organisations.
This strategic move marks a significant step towards enhancing financial connectivity and convenience for individuals and businesses across both nations.
PropertyGuru suggested that the surge in home acquisition expenses, coupled with economic uncertainties, might have prompted potential sellers to hesitate in listing their properties.
According to Property Guru, the reopening of land borders has made temporary rental accommodations unnecessary for workers from Malaysia. Meanwhile, the increasing completion of residential units has sparked a surge in local households transitioning into their new homes.
The Assurance Package (AP) includes cash disbursements, rebates, vouchers, and MediSave top-ups. It aims to provide crucial support to eligible individuals aged 21 and above by 2024.
A new committee was formed to supervise and monitor the implementation of the BNPL Code within the industry.
Experts warned that the price drop might be temporary. They expect more people to buy vehicles due to the lower costs, causing fluctuations that could last for several upcoming bidding rounds until the market settles.
In Singapore, the Housing and Development Board (HDB) offers a range of housing grants to assist prospective homebuyers. Whether you’re purchasing a new or resale flat, exploring these HDB grants can be a game-changer for individuals and families looking to fulfil their homeownership dreams.
From January through August, Singapore witnessed a significant loss of at least S$20 million due to malware scams. Investigative program "Talking Point" delved into the intricacies of these deceptive schemes, shedding light on why both Android and iPhone users need to be vigilant.
On 17 October, 530 hotspots were observed in southern and central Sumatra. This is significantly more than the 285 hotspots identified on the previous Monday.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) recently issued an advisory indicating a potential for slight haze in Singapore on 17 October. This situation is expected to improve as rain is forecasted to increase on Wednesday, reducing the likelihood of haze.
According to Research on Successful Ageing (ROSA), only 27.83 % have a “robust retirement plan.” Meanwhile, the remaining 50% have a retirement plan.
Experts anticipate that the additional cash disbursements and vouchers provided to eligible Singaporeans, coupled with the budding GST increase from the current 8% to 9%, will boost retail sales in Singapore.
In an effort to help Singaporeans, the government launched an additional S$1.1 billion support package.