Daily Debrief: What Happened Today (Dec 24)

Stories you might have missed

Grab rides to cost S$0.30 more from Jan 1 with platform fee hike

[SINGAPORE] Singapore’s largest ride-hailing firm Grab will be increasing its platform fee by S$0.30 come Jan 1, 2026.

Singapore F&B players see stronger festive demand, but retailers report uneven spending

[SINGAPORE] Hotels and restaurants are experiencing stronger year-end festive dining demand, with bookings coming in earlier – but the picture is more mixed for retailers.

CPF in 2026: here’s the changes that will come with the new year

[SINGAPORE] With just over a week to go until the new year, the Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board is set to adopt some changes to ensure that the CPF system remains relevant and helps members build up their savings.

Fancy one or more mini-retirements? Start planning early for a multi-phase life

[SINGAPORE] We’re likely to live longer lives than our parents or grandparents. Yet embracing longevity can be challenging.

Contract to run 26 bus services in Eunos and Serangoon up for bids

[SINGAPORE] Public transport operators have been invited to submit bids to run 26 public bus routes from June 2027 under the Serangoon-Eunos bus package.

Vietnam puts 1,200-hectare, two-city International Financial Centre into operation

[HO CHI MINH CITY] Vietnam has formally launched its two-city International Financial Centre, marking one of the most ambitious initiatives in its four-decade reform era as it seeks to attract global capital and challenge established Asian financial hubs.