1. 💼 Civil Servants to Get Mid-Year Bonus

Includes one-time payment for junior officers up to S$400. CNA | ST

2. ✂️ Lazada Cuts 5% Workforce, Union Support for Affected

Redundancies in Southeast Asia impact Singapore workers, last job cuts in January 2024. CNA | Reddit

3. 📚 Library Upgrades: Ang Mo Kio and Queenstown

Ang Mo Kio relocates, Queenstown to undergo a temporary revamp. CNA | ST

4. 📈 Singapore’s Core Inflation Steady at 1.4%

Despite steady rate, higher energy costs threaten future price increases. CNA | Reddit

5. 🎤 BTS Concerts Fuel Surge in Singapore Hotel Bookings

K-pop group’s December shows drive up accommodation demand. CNA | Reddit