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Young & Savvy

Does new condo make better sense than million-dollar HDB resale flat?

With resale flat prices reaching new highs, condos now present an alternative that warrants closer evaluation.

With resale flat prices reaching new highs, condos now present an alternative that warrants closer evaluation.

askST Jobs: Homeward bound from a job stint abroad? Hit your stride fast with these tips

Me and My Money: From collecting toy cars as a child to selling EVs at 28 years old

Singaporeans know how to plan. Now we must learn how to wing it

CEO Insights

Gaming boss to fresh grads: Show your passion when applying for jobs

Garena's President Terry Zhao (second from right) with his colleagues at the Free Fire World Series Global Finals 2025 event in Jakarta on Nov 15.
Garena's President Terry Zhao (second from right) with his colleagues at the Free Fire World Series Global Finals 2025 event in Jakarta on Nov 15.

Headstart On Record Podcast

Budgeting for three holiday trips in 2026

More holidays a year sounds great but ensure they stay within budget by using these hacks.
More holidays a year sounds great but ensure they stay within budget by using these hacks.

$2 versus $20 for an eSIM: What are travellers really paying for?

Premium eSIMs often include 24/7 multilingual support and stable coverage across multiple countries.
Premium eSIMs often include 24/7 multilingual support and stable coverage across multiple countries.

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Money Mentor

Young and Savvy: I used a money insights app for 3 months – here’s what I learnt

Simply switching to cheaper meals may not work in the grand scheme of finances.

Getting insights into my spending patterns, rather than simply tracking expenses, proved a fruitful exercise.

Me and My Money: Spending on the little things keeps this exec on track with financial goals

‘Spend first, worry later’: Why Buy Now, Pay Later is making a comeback in 2025

Video: Spend on meaningful experiences now, or save for golden years? Here’s what young people think

Work Bestie

‘Job hugging’ up as resignation rates in S’pore at record lows, average job tenure rises to 8 years

“At this point, I think a layoff will come as a blessing,” says one TikTok worker.

The term "job hugging" has taken on new-found popularity in 2025, as a buzzword coined by consulting firms and adopted by social media users to explain their current career anxieties.

Video: Secretly falling apart at work? You could be quiet cracking

Like a fairy godmother: The mascot maker who brings characters to life

Headstart On Record Podcast

Will AI steal Singapore jobs? What young workers need to know

Life Guide

Video: Do Singaporeans care enough about our politics?

Are young Singaporeans only lukewarm about politics? We hit the streets to find out why.

Viewpoint

One man’s selfishness at Wicked event cost S’pore its reputation – and possibly an Ariana Grande concert

Tastemakers

Meet insurance boss Lucas Neo, who faced backlash over frank reviews of Michelin-listed hawkers

Video: Here’s what goes on at Meet-the-People Sessions, and why MPs hold them

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