Tag: Singapore
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FairPrice extends discounts for vulnerable Singaporeans to 2026
Continued support for vulnerable households In a move to stabilize daily living costs for vulnerable Singaporeans, FairPrice Group (FPG) announced on December 18 that its daily discount schemes will be extended through December 31, 2026. The extension covers a range of essential items, including staple foods such as rice, eggs, and other daily necessities. The…
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FairPrice Extends Discounts for Vulnerable Singaporeans Through 2026
FairPrice Extends Discounts for Vulnerable Singaporeans Through 2026 In a move aimed at easing the cost of living, FairPrice Group (FPG) has announced an extension of its daily discount schemes for vulnerable Singaporeans. The extension runs through December 31, 2026, ensuring continued savings on essential items such as rice and eggs, among other daily staples.…
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Will Singapore’s Home Loan Rates Keep Falling in 2026? A Look at the 2026 Mortgage Outlook
Singapore’s Mortgage Rates at Three-Year Lows: A Brief Recap Mortgage rates in Singapore have slipped to their lowest levels in three years, providing relief to homeowners who’ve faced a tough financing environment in recent times. The drop aligns with global rate movements and the policy stance of major central banks, notably the United States Federal…
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Will Singapore’s Home Loan Rates Fall Again in 2026? A Look at the 2025–2026 Outlook
Singapore’s Mortgage Rates: A Three-Year Low and the Path Ahead Mortgage rates in Singapore recently slipped to their lowest levels in three years, lifting the dreams of many homeowners and hopeful property buyers. But as observers turn their gaze to 2026, the big question remains: will Singapore’s home loan rates keep falling? The short answer…
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Will Singapore’s Home Loan Rates Fall Again in 2026? Experts Weigh In
Overview: A New Phase for Singapore Home Loan Rates Mortgage rates in Singapore have slipped to their lowest levels in three years, offering relief to homeowners and property buyers alike. As lenders adjust their pricing in response to global rate movements and local policy signals, the question on many mouths is whether this reprieve can…
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Global Hangings Peak Since 2003: A World Update
Overview: A turning point in capital punishment The numbers are turning heads in human rights and legal circles. This year has witnessed a surge in hangings and other executions that some observers describe as the busiest period since 2003. While the precise tally varies by source and country, the trend is clear: more jurisdictions are…
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The Hangman’s Busy Year: Singapore Posts the Most Executions Since 2003
The rising pace of capital punishment in Singapore Singapore has long maintained a strict criminal justice system, with the death penalty reserved for the most serious crimes. This year, however, marks a notable surge in executions, the highest since 2003. The increase has drawn international attention and renewed debate about the role of capital punishment…
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Singapore’s Death Penalty Surge: The Most Hangings Since 2003
Singapore’s Death Penalty Surge: A Decades-Long Trend Revisited Singapore has long relied on the death penalty as a cornerstone of its criminal justice system. In recent years, observers note a concerning uptick in executions, with 17 live hangings reported in a single year, the busiest since 2003. This surge raises questions about how Singapore’s laws,…
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Singapore Economists Lift Growth Forecasts for 2025 and 2026 in MAS Survey
Overview: Upbeat View on Singapore’s Economic Path Private sector economists have nudged up their growth projections for Singapore for the next two years, according to the latest survey from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The consensus now points to a 4.1% expansion in 2025 and a 2.3% rise in 2026, an improvement from earlier…

