How to make the most out of your CPF
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Since retirement feels like ages away, my friends and I often wonder if we should be doing something more with our CPF savings, such as investing them, instead of just letting them sit idle. But as with any kind of investment, there are risks involved and considerations that need to be taken into account. I ask the experts to share more insights in this episode of Headstart On Record.
Have you ever doodled along the sides of your homework while at school? That hobby became the start of a business venture for undergraduate Dylan Chia, who sells creative stickers as a side hustle while studying full time. His passion for art as a child helped him to become an entrepreneur at just 20 years old.
Also, read about the latest craze around Hyrox and the Anime boom in this edition of the newsletter.
Stay hydrated!
Go, Pokemon! Rare cards bringing in monstrous value, but are you game enough to invest in them?
The value of some cards is expected to soar as the Japanese video game turns 30 in 2026.
Me & My Money: A love for doodling draws him into running a business based on his art
‘Even my mum knows about Demon Slayer’: How anime went from ‘cringey’ to mainstream
askST Jobs: How to stand out but not show off when sharing about career highs on social media
Experts advise against making your posts all about yourself and posting too frequently.
Sold-out tickets, social media hype: Is Hyrox a fitness flex, fad or here to stay?
The growth of fitness race Hyrox in Singapore since October 2023 has been nothing short of explosive.
Shocked to be diagnosed at 26: ‘I thought sciatica was an older person’s condition’
A sedentary lifestyle and unsafe workouts are driving a rise in sciatica among young people.
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