In May 2025, Singaporeans are receiving their GST Voucher payouts as part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to offset GST expenses for lower- and middle-income households. These benefits are distributed through three main components: Cash, MediSave, and U-Save. Knowing how to use GST Vouchers for maximum savings can make a noticeable difference in your monthly … Read more
In May 2025, the Ministry of Education (MOE) in Singapore introduced a new initiative under its broader equity-focused agenda: the School Transport Grant 2025. This MOE pilot scheme is designed to ease the financial burden on families with school-going children, especially those residing in lower-income households or living farther from suitable schools. The pilot targets … Read more
In a strategic move aimed at bolstering the resilience and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) announced a major expansion of its support framework in May 2025. Through the latest Business Grant Portal update, several schemes under the MTI Biz Support umbrella have been streamlined and enhanced, … Read more
The Ministry of Education (MOE) in Singapore has announced the consolidation of six schools, comprising both primary and secondary institutions, starting in January 2025. This decision, confirmed in May 2025, reflects MOE’s strategic response to declining birth rates and consistently low enrolment numbers across certain regions. The move aligns with national efforts to optimize resources … Read more
In a significant step to improve immigration compliance and reduce administrative hassles, the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore has launched a new alert system designed to notify FIN card holders about their upcoming card expiry dates. As of May 2025, this digital enhancement aims to streamline communication for thousands of individuals, including foreign … Read more
Singapore is witnessing a notable spike in divorce rates in 2025, raising eyebrows across policymakers, sociologists, and the general public. According to the latest figures released in May 2025, divorce rates Singapore 2025 have jumped by 14.2% compared to the previous year. This is the steepest annual increase recorded in over a decade. Experts cite … Read more