Minimum qualifying wages to rise, with sector-specific increases for financial services workers Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower has announced a significant rise in the qualifying salary for S Pass applicants, set to take effect on September 1, 2025. The new minimum salary will be S$3,300, up from S$3,150, marking the third consecutive increase over the past...
Despite Economic Challenges, Asia-Pacific Cities See Strong Growth in Prime Residential Prices The Asia-Pacific luxury real estate market is experiencing impressive growth, with Tokyo and Seoul standing out as key drivers, according to the latest Prime Global Cities Index for Q4 2024 by Knight Frank. These cities have defied global economic uncertainties and political instability,...
A new hire shares their difficulties with independent tasks and seeks advice from fellow Singaporeans for career improvement. A frustrated new employee turned to an online forum for advice after struggling with performance at their job. The individual expressed feeling like they “suck at work” and couldn’t pinpoint the reasons why. Although they are quick...
Ex-Labour MP avoids immediate jail time, but faces strict conditions after assault conviction. Mike Amesbury, the former Labour MP for Runcorn and Helsby, has had his 10-week prison sentence suspended for two years following an appeal at Chester Crown Court. Amesbury had been sentenced earlier this week for assaulting a constituent while intoxicated in the...
Police request additional support as deaths linked to medical negligence more than double at Royal Sussex County Hospital An investigation into a series of patient deaths at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton has intensified, with the number of fatalities under scrutiny rising to 90, leading to concerns of potential manslaughter. Initially, 40 deaths...
First major private residential development in Tampines in six years sees overwhelming response, driven by local buyers and strong market demand. Singapore’s Parktown Residence Sees Exceptional Sales Performance in Launch Weekend SINGAPORE – UOL Group, controlled by the late billionaire Wee Cho Yaw’s family, has reported the successful launch of Parktown Residence, with 87% of...
Educators Share Support and Advice for Dealing with Career Challenges A teacher from Singapore recently sought advice on an online forum regarding how to cope with workplace disappointment after failing to secure a final award in an in-house competition. She explained that she had been nominated for a teaching award for the second consecutive year...
Citizens Advice Criticises Ofgem for Allowing ‘Excess Profits’ While Households Struggle Energy network companies across Great Britain have reportedly gained nearly £4bn in extra profits from household bills over the past four years, according to a new analysis by Citizens Advice. The consumer advocacy group claims that a regulatory miscalculation by Ofgem allowed these companies...
The High Court overturns controversial scheme that removed officers from duty, citing unlawful process and inadequate safeguards. The Metropolitan Police have suffered a setback in their efforts to cleanse the force, as the High Court ruled that their scheme to dismiss officers by revoking their vetting clearance was unlawful. The vetting procedure, designed to remove...
Mental Health, Skillset, and Cultural Fit Influence Decision to Pursue Work in Singapore A South Korean backend web developer, who recently left his job due to mental health issues, has sought advice from the Reddit community on his prospects of securing work in Singapore. With three years of experience in backend development, he has expertise...