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Utopia or nightmare? The answer lies in how we embrace self-driving, electric and shared vehicles

Utopia or nightmare? The answer lies in how we embrace self-driving, electric and shared vehicles

Emerging transport disruptions could lead to a series of nightmare scenarios and poorer transport systems unless we have sensible and informed public policy to avoid this. Of course, some foresee a utopian scene: self-driving electric vehicles zipping around our cities serving all our transport needs without road accidents or exhaust fumes. But the shift to […] … learn more→

Tips for saving money when hanging out with friends

Tips for saving money when hanging out with friends

Are you preparing for the upcoming weekend? If so, there is a pretty good chance that you’re going to want to head outside and hang out with your favorite buddies. Unfortunately, the weekends can be pretty expensive. You’ll be required to pay for drinks, food and admission to various attractions. Isn’t there a way to […] … learn more→

Are you a high earner? Make sure you tend to your banking needs

Are you a high earner? Make sure you tend to your banking needs

Some will say that high earners have different banking needs than most regular savings account holders. High earners require personalized services to help them manage their wealth and investments. If you are a high earner, do you tend to your banking needs? Private Banking High earners or the rich, should consider private banking options. Here, […] … learn more→

Why children should be taught to build a positive online presence

Why children should be taught to build a positive online presence

Rather than just teaching children about internet safety and reducing their digital footprint, we should also encourage them to curate a positive digital footprint which will be an asset for them in their future. Today’s children are prolific users of the internet. Concern has been raised about the future impact of the digital footprints they […] … learn more→

What is a sell and stay transaction?

What is a sell and stay transaction?

With rising interest rates and home costs, not to mention the numerous foreclosures we are seeing all around us, many homeowners are now opting for the sell and stay option to keep on living in their cherished homes. A sell and stay transaction is basically a tax-free scheme that allows you to sell your home […] … learn more→

The five most anticipated digital games of 2018

The five most anticipated digital games of 2018

It’s been an interesting year for digital games. PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds became the most played PC game on the digital distribution platform Steam, with its battle-royale, scavenge and survive 100 player gameplay shaking up the first-person shooter genre. Nintendo’s new console, the Switch, blew us away with the latest games in the Zelda and Mario franchises. And the cathartic nazi-Killing of Wolfenstein II was particularly […] … learn more→

Requirements for Schengen Visa application

Requirements for Schengen Visa application

Obtaining a Schengen visa allows you to travel freely throughout the entire Schengen zone, which includes 26 European countries, for a specific timeframe. Nevertheless, depending on the type of visa and the Embassy or Consulate that issues it, you have to comply with certain restrictions in relation to the motive of your traveling and other […] … learn more→