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Singapore wants more babies and allocates nearly 50,000 euros per child

Singapore wants more babies and allocates nearly 50,000 euros per child

To combat a declining birth rate, the Singaporean government is introducing a financial incentive of nearly 50,000 euros for every newborn child. This funding will be distributed incrementally rather than as a single lump-sum payment.

Dutch Consumers' Association still finds dozens of examples of shrinkflation: ‘Persistent problem’

Dutch Consumers' Association still finds dozens of examples of shrinkflation: ‘Persistent problem’

The Dutch Consumers' Association, Consumentenbond, reports that 'shrinkflation' remains a persistent issue in supermarkets. Manufacturers continue to reduce product package sizes while keeping prices the same or increasing them, effectively masking price hikes for consumers.

Gold has not been this expensive in three months

Gold has not been this expensive in three months

The price of gold has reached its highest level in over three months. This increase follows the announcement of intervention measures by the US Department of the Treasury in the government bond market.

Millions of Tesla vehicles recalled in China over door handle issue

Millions of Tesla vehicles recalled in China over door handle issue

Chinese authorities have ordered the recall of nearly 3 million Tesla vehicles and 1 million other electric cars due to safety concerns regarding flush door handles. The design is deemed problematic for emergency egress, failing to meet the country's safety standards.

More than 1.7 million cars sold or changed owners last year

More than 1.7 million cars sold or changed owners last year

In the Netherlands, more than 1.7 million cars were sold or changed ownership last year, an increase compared to the 1.67 million recorded in 2024. Data indicates that individuals within the second-highest income bracket are the most frequent car buyers.