Weekly mortgage demand drops 6%, as homebuyers remain 'on the fence'

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Four people, including two firefighters, were taken to hospital after a blaze broke out in a flat near Holland Village on Thursday evening (Jun 19). The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it responded to the incident at Block 5 Holland Close at about...

Hurricane Erick made landfall in Oaxaca, Mexico, as a category 3 storm with winds of 205 km/h, leading to warnings of severe flooding and mudslides. Authorities predict up to 41 cm of rain, with evacuations underway in tourist areas; however, Erick is expected to weaken rapidly as it moves inland. Need More Context? 🔎

Heavy rain and a rock slide have closed a section of Interstate 40 in the Great Smoky Mountains, impacting travel between Tennessee and North Carolina. Crews are working to clear the debris from a section affected by flooding, with a permanent fix expected to take years, while detours are limited due to road conditions in the area. Need More Context? 🔎

Asteroid 2024 YR4, while not a direct threat to Earth, poses a 4.3% risk of colliding with the Moon, potentially ejecting 100 million kilograms of debris into space. This lunar debris could jeopardize vital satellites in low Earth orbit, impacting communication, GPS, and climate monitoring, highlighting the need for international awareness and preparedness. Need More Context? 🔎

A 61-year-old man was arrested at Elm Park Underground station in east London this morning for allegedly carrying a firearm. British Transport Police responded to reports around 7am, leading to the station's closure while armed officers detained the suspect, who is now in custody on suspicion of possession of a firearm. Need More Context? 🔎

The Parliamentary Budget Officer, Yves Giroux, reports that while the federal deficit will be smaller than previously forecasted, uncertainty in the Liberal government's fiscal planning hampers the ability to assess the sustainability of its spending initiatives. This lack of clarity raises concerns about the overall economic impact and future financial stability. Need More Context? 🔎