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Expiry of NETS Flash card

Expiry of NETS Flash card

Someone complained to me that his money in the NETS flash card was confiscated on the expiry of the card. He send to me a copy of the letter from NETS explaining that the card is valid for 7 years and the owner is allowed another two years to claim a refund of the unused balance. This is stated in the "terms and conditions"... 

Eldershield Life is a bad idea

Eldershield Life is a bad idea

The govt requires all CPF members to buy Eldershield Life to provide payment of $300 or $400 when they are severely disabled and need to have nursing care. Even Singaporeans who work overseas are required to buy this compulsory insurance on the assumption that they will return to live in Singapore during their old age. This... 

Fachidiot and the fear of failure in our overcompetitive education landscape

Fachidiot and the fear of failure in our overcompetitive education landscape

Singapore has done it again by securing 2nd place in Pisa. It means we are still operating at the top level (China was 1st, Macau was 3rd, HK 4th in some subjects) when it comes to excelling in Maths, Science and Reading. Also, at the last three occasions (beginning at 2009), we were top. Mind you, Pisa is a gruelling assessment.... 



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