With rising cost-of-living challenges and a higher Goods and Services Tax (GST), the Singapore government is stepping up to support its older citizens through the Assurance Package (AP) Seniors’ Bonus. In 2025, the final round of this scheme will provide
The Social Security System (SSS) has officially released the pension payment schedule for April through December 2025, giving retirees and beneficiaries a clear roadmap for when to expect their monthly payments. This announcement comes as part of the
Singapore is stepping up support for lower-income earners in the gig economy with the enhanced Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) scheme in 2025. Platform workers — such as private-hire car drivers, delivery riders, and freelance workers engaged through digital platforms
The Disability Support Pension (DSP) is a vital social welfare initiative by the Australian government, designed to aid citizens with long-term medical conditions or disabilities who are unable to participate in substantial paid employment. With
As electricity bills continue to rise, the Australian Government has announced a $300 energy rebate for eligible households starting July 1, 2025. This initiative is part of the Assistance for Households Program, aiming to offer direct cost-of-living relief to Australians most impacted by inflation and
As 2025 unfolds, many Australian farmers are facing a challenging season marked by severe drought in some regions and flooding in others. Centrelink’s $1,011 cash boost, part of the Farm Household Allowance program, has emerged as
Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE) has introduced a transformative change to the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE), effective from 2025. This revamp marks a shift away from rigid academic competition and moves towards encouraging personal
In a landmark move, the Social Security System (SSS) in the Philippines has announced a minimum monthly pension increase to ₱4,800 starting in 2025. This long-awaited update provides meaningful financial relief to millions of elderly Filipinos, many of whom
To ease the financial strain caused by rising living costs, the Singapore Government will provide direct cash payouts ranging from $400 to $850 in 2025. This initiative is part of the broader Assurance Package (AP) and GST Voucher (GSTV) schemes, aimed at supporting lower- and middle-income
As July 2025 approaches, many private employees in the Philippines are seeking clarity on the 13th month pay guidelines. In response, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has issued updated instructions aligned with the Labor Code Update 2025, ensuring more
