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  • Bethell stands tall as England 174-3 in final Test, nine behind

    Bethell stands tall as England 174-3 in final Test, nine behind

    Rock-solid Jacob Bethell was 79 not out as England narrowed Australia’s lead to just nine runs by tea on day four of the fifth and final Ashes Test on Wednesday, but veteran Joe Root fell cheaply.

    The tourists battled to 174-3 by the break at…

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  • C9S27 End and New Changes

    C9S27 End and New Changes

    PUBG Mobile has officially announced important details about the PUBG Mobile new season date (C9S28), upcoming reward changes, and ranking-related updates arriving with the PUBG Mobile 4.2 update. These changes are designed to enhance the…

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  • LTA | Joint Media Statement by the Land Transport Authority (LTA), NTUC, ComfortDelGro, Grab & STRIDES Premier

    1.        Autobahn Rent A Car creditors have recently repossessed vehicles from a number of private hire drivers, leaving many drivers without the means to continue earning a living.

    2.        In response, NTUC-affiliated associations, the National Private Hire Vehicles Association (NPHVA) and the National Taxi Association (NTA) called for a tripartite response, and have been working with the Land Transport Authority (LTA) and platform operators ComfortDelGro (CDG), Grab, and STRIDES Premier to secure immediate support for affected drivers.

    3.        Ms Yeo Wan Ling, Assistant Secretary General of NTUC and Advisor to NPHVA and NTA said, “We know this situation has created significant hardship for affected drivers, and we have engaged a number of them. Drivers depend on their vehicles to earn a living, and we take their livelihoods seriously. I am glad that our tripartite partners came together swiftly to help affected drivers get back on the road. NPHVA and NTA will continue to work with LTA and platform operators to protect and support our drivers.”

    Vehicles Available for Leasing

    4.        Our priority for all tripartite partners is to help affected drivers get back on the road as quickly as possible. Platform operators have made vehicles available on favourable terms, including:

    ComfortDelGro
    •       Security deposit waiver, $0 driveaway.
    •       Flexible rental options across the PHV and Taxi fleet, with taxi options available for TDVL holders.
    •       Wide range of VEP-enabled vehicles for usage in Malaysia.
    •       Additional platform incentives to help recover lost income.
    •       Opportunities for TDVL holders to join Driver Employee Scheme for a stable income.
    •       Career opportunities for affected Autobahn staff.

    Grab
    •       $0 deposit for all GrabRentals mileage cars to minimise upfront costs.
    •       Up to $1,000 completion bonus with GrabRentals to help recover lost income.
    •       Additional platform incentives for vehicles collected before end-March to boost earnings.
    •       Protection of Emerald Circle tier and Grab Streak Bonus during vehicle transition to maintain eligibility.
    •       Competitive rental rates and flexible contract terms through GrabRentals for greater flexibility.
    •       Fast-tracked vehicle matching via GrabRentals and partner network to minimise downtime.
    •       One-on-one consultations at Grab Driver Centre (GDC) for personalised vehicle and support needs.
    •       Full sponsorship of PDVL to TDVL conversion, as well as additional petrol vouchers, with GrabCab.
    •       Access to GrabAcademy sessions to explore supplemental income and new earning opportunities.

    STRIDES Premier
    •       No deposit required, $0 driveaway.
    •       Rentals from $75/day including CDW and GST.
    •       First three days free rental.
    •       Able to drive to West Malaysia with no additional cost.

    5.        For leasing availability, please contact the operators directly:

    Operator

    Contact

    ComfortDelGro

    +65 6550 8704
    DRO@cdgtaxi.com.sg

    Grab

    Request for a personalised support session at Grab Driver Centre in Tampines via a simple form here or visit Grab Driver Centre in-person at 18 Tampines Industrial Cres, #01-12C, Singapore 528605

    STRIDES Premier

    		 +65 9852 9367
    PHV@stridespremier.com.sg


    Legal Assistance for NTUC Members

    6.        For NTUC members who are affected, and have questions about contractual obligations with Autobahn, you may contact lawworks@ntuc.org.sg or nphva@ntuc.org.sg for general guidance from NTUC’s legal clinic.

    Notice on Vehicle Insurance and Licensing Compliance

    7.        LTA has received information that the car insurance for some Autobahn cars has not been renewed or has been cancelled. LTA has given them notice that as the owner, they must ensure proper insurance cover and if there is a lapse in insurance, Autobahn must ensure that the hirer is informed and that the vehicle is not used on the roads. Besides insurance, the vehicle must also be licensed (i.e. have valid road tax) as using an unlicensed or uninsured vehicle are offences under the Road Traffic Act and Motor Vehicles (Third-Party Risks and Compensation) Act respectively.

    8.        The tripartite partners are committed to supporting affected drivers through this difficult period.

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  • Surprise November fall but inflation still outside RBA comfort zone

    Surprise November fall but inflation still outside RBA comfort zone

    Inflation still outside RBA target

    But following a resurgence in inflation in the second half of 2025, the first major economic snapshot of the year won’t reassure the central bank that price pressures are back under control.

    The RBA places greater emphasis on the trimmed mean, which excludes volatile items to show the underlying pulse of inflation.

    The trimmed mean fell from 3.3 per cent to 3.2 per cent after rising 0.3 per cent month to month, still above the RBA’s 2 to 3 per cent target band.

    “The undershoot on headline inflation should not be over‑interpreted,” Commonwealth Bank economist Harry Ottley said. “The weaker‑than‑expected outcome largely reflected volatile items and does not appear to reflect any softening of demand in the economy,” he said.

    “We maintain our view that the RBA will increase the cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85 per cent in February.”

    Headline inflation was underpinned by the timing of energy rebates rolling off in Queensland, with electricity costs up 19.7 per cent in the 12 months to November.

    Australia CPI

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