Asia Tonight: News in brief May 20
News Briefs on Asia Tonight, May 20: – Spain makes wearing of masks in public compulsory – 400 ComfortDelGro taxis…
Asia Tonight: COVID-19 news in brief May 21
COVID-19 briefs on Asia Tonight, May 21: – Parody of Tokyo Olympics logo taken down after criticism from organisers –…
Singapore Tonight: News in brief April 24
News Briefs on Singapore Tonight, April 24: – Philippines has extended its COVID-19 lockdown in Manila to May 15 –…
COVID-19: Singapore to adopt phased approach to reopening economy from Jun 2
Singapore will ease out of its COVID-19 circuit breaker, reopening in phases from Jun 2. This will be done in…
Singapore confirms 9 new cases of COVID-19
Singapore confirmed nine new cases of COVID-19 on Feb 14 , six of which are linked to the cluster from…
COVID-19: Jakarta suspends religious gatherings; Friday prayers can continue elsewhere in Indonesia
Jakarta has suspended religious gatherings for two weeks to curb the spread of COVID-19. The top Muslim clerical body in…
Singapore Tonight: COVID-19 news in brief April 6
COVID-19 Briefs on Singapore Tonight, April 6: – Japan set to declare state of emergency over coronavirus outbreak – UK…
COVID-19: New safe-distancing measures needed to restart construction in Singapore
Contractors in Singapore must implement a range of new measures to ensure safe-distancing among their workers before they are allowed…
Asia Tonight: Business news in brief May 21
Business Briefs on Asia Tonight, May 21: – EasyJet to resume flights on Jun 15, with limited services – SoftBank…
Singapore now ready to exit COVID-19 "circuit breaker" on Jun 1: Multi-ministry task force
“Because of all our collective efforts, we are now ready to exit the circuit breaker,” Minister Lawrence Wong announced in…
COVID-19: Thailand scraps mandatory quarantine for tourists from virus hotspots
Thailand has scrapped a plan to order compulsory quarantine for visitors from countries and territories hit hard by COVID-19. That…
Asia Tonight: COVID-19 news in brief May 21
COVID-19 briefs on Asia Tonight, May 21: – New Zealand reopens bars and pubs as more restrictions are lifted –…
COVID-19: Thailand reverses decision, continues to allow visas on arrival
In Thailand, a COVID-19 cluster has been traced to a group of friends who went out drinking. Nearly a dozen…
Singapore Tonight: Business news in brief May 21
Business Briefs on Singapore Tonight, May 21: – SoftBank to sell 5 per cent of domestic telco – Panasonic to…
[CNA 24/7 LIVE] Breaking news, top stories and documentaries
Watch CNA’s 24-hour live coverage of the latest headlines and top stories from Singapore, Asia and around the world, as…
China: Rise of an Asian giant | Insight | Full Episode
China has come a long way since the establishment of the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) in 1949. From a…
Cut in oil output unlikely to offset fall in demand: Experts
Oil prices rose slightly on Apr 13 following a historic deal by OPEC and its allies to cut output. Experts…
Tsai Ing-Wen's strategic gamble on US-Taiwan ties | Insight | Full Episode
On July 18, US President Donald Trump approved the biggest arms sale to Taiwan since the start of his Presidency…
COVID-19: NTU builds disinfection robot to meet demand for deep cleaning services
To meet growing demand for deep cleaning services during the COVID-19 pandemic, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) has developed a robot…
COVID-19: Hokkaido reimposes state of emergency
There have been calls in Japan for stricter measures nationwide to curb the spread of COVID-19. Although a state of…
Chinese dad creates inflatable suit for son as shield from coronavirus
As China starts to open up after months of lockdown, families are finding creative ways to protect themselves outdoors. Cao…
Singapore's hawker culture: How did it all start? | Belly of a Nation | Part 1 | Full Episode
From push carts to modern hawker centres, Singapore’s hawker culture has evolved through the years. How did early immigrants create…
In full: Singapore Budget 2020
Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat delivers the Budget statement in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 18).…
South Korea investigating COVID-19 reinfection cases
South Korea has reported 116 more cases of recovered coronavirus patients testing positive for the second time. These cases are…
Record number of digital banking transactions amid COVID-19 outbreak
In Singapore, a record number of digital banking transactions are taking place during the COVID-19 outbreak. The use of digital…
DORSCON Orange due to coronavirus: What it means for individuals, organisations
Singapore on Friday (Feb 7) announced that Singapore’s risk assessment for the novel coronavirus has been raised to DORSCON Orange.…
DPM Heng calls on G20 members to share information, accelerate R&D to fight global pandemic
Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat has called on G20 members to share information, accelerate research…
Keppel inks S$10 million deal with Energy Market Authority to seek energy solutions in marine sector
Keppel Offshore and Marine has signed a $10-million deal with the Energy Market Authority. The money will go towards companies…
COVID-19: India's extended lockdown could push more people into poverty
India has extended its nationwide lockdown to May 3. On March 24, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ordered the world’s largest…
Voices of Hong Kong: Hong Kongers tell us how key events shaped the protests
How did key events in Hong Kong shape the evolution of the protests? What will it take for the city…
COVID-19: You can go out to exercise during the circuit breaker in Singapore, but not in groups
Minister Lawrence Wong lays out what you can and cannot do when it comes to outdoor exercise during the circuit…
CNA | Talking Point | E16: Are we spending too much on weddings?
A Singapore study shows that almost a third of couples spend more than what they budgeted for on their special…
Asia's 2020 growth to halt for first time in 60 years due to coronavirus: IMF
The International Monetary Fund is painting a grim picture of what is to come in the face of the coronavirus…
IMDA launches S$8m fund to protect jobs, encourage more projects in media industry amid COVID-19
A new S$8-million fund has been launched by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) to protect jobs and encourage more…
Zoom facing privacy, security backlash as demand for video conferencing surges
With millions across the globe working from home, video conferencing has seen a surge in popularity. But one company, Zoom,…
Chinese military could step in if violence in Hong Kong escalates further: Carrie Lam
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam has warned that the Chinese military could step in if violence in the city escalates…
A fish and veggie farm on a hotel rooftop in the heart of Singapore?
Nestled on the rooftop between Fairmont Singapore and Swissotel The Stamford is an aquaponics farm that can produce 1200kg of…
Russia and China’s Special Relationship | The New Silk Road | Full Episode
From strengthening their defences, to dominating the arctic. Russia and China are ramping up cooperation in a variety of areas.…
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Myanmar for state visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Myanmar for a two-day state visit, the first by a Chinese leader in…
How to catch the rare annular solar eclipse in Singapore on Dec 26
A rare phenomenon known as the annular solar eclipse will be visible in Singapore on Boxing Day (Dec 26). At…
China summons top US diplomat over Hong Kong human rights bill
Tensions are escalating between China and the United States, after US Senators approved a bill on protecting human rights in…
Oil prices rise on concerns over Saudi Arabia's supply
Oil prices rose more than 1 per cent on doubts over how fast Saudi Arabia can bring back its full…
Protesters plan Halloween-themed mask protest in Hong Kong's Lan Kwai Fong party district
On Oct 31, Hong Kong protesters marched to Lan Kwai Fong, a busy bar and clubbing district located in Central.…
Hyundai Motor to suspend South Korea production as coronavirus disrupts supply chain
Car manufacturing giant Hyundai will gradually suspend production at its South Korean factories. Unions said the coronavirus outbreak in China…
More adults in Singapore getting recommended vaccinations
More adults in Singapore have been getting recommended vaccinations, since the Health Ministry drew up a list of these jabs…
Committee of Supply debate: Environment and Water Resources Ministry to focus on food security
Food security will be a focus for the Environment and Water Resources Ministry at the 2020 Committee of Supply debate.…
What does it take to maintain Singapore's Jewel Changi Airport? | Jewel After Hours | Full Episode
Jewel Changi Airport is Singapore’s newest tourism attraction. The sprawling 135700 sqm complex, with its heady mix of nature and…
Scoot extends suspension of Wuhan flights amid virus outbreak
Low-cost carrier Scoot will suspend flights between Singapore and Wuhan until the end of March, after initially cancelling trips between…
Wuhan virus outbreak: Authorities confirm 4th death
Concerns are growing in China as authorities confirm a fourth death from the Wuhan pneumonia outbreak. CNA’s Olivia Siong reports…
Where does Singapore stand on race relations? | Regardless Of Race | Full Episode
Singapore’s harmonious race relations has often been cited as one of its most remarkable achievements. But where do we really…
Asian stock markets end mixed as oil prices surge
Mixed trade across Asia on Sept 17, as investors remained cautious following an attack on Saudi facilities that sent oil…
The Singapore doctor who is also a charity advocate and Dior collector | Remarkable Living
Dr Caroline Low-Heah, medical director of Drs Jiten and Caroline medical centre in Singapore, is also the founding chairperson of…
Discoloured tap water on Pulau Tekong caused by naturally occurring minerals
The discoloured tap water reported at the Basic Military Training Centre (BMTC) on Pulau Tekong in November was caused by…
Wuhan pneumonia: What you need to know after China confirms 139 new cases
China confirmed a third death and 139 new cases of Wuhan pneumonia on Monday (Jan 20). Officials also say the…
Wuhan virus: What happens when someone is placed under quarantine?
Singapore on Tuesday (Jan 28) announced travel restrictions on holders of Chinese passports issued in Hubei. Additionally, the Ministry of…
Chinese authorities working to identify virus behind pneumonia outbreak in Wuhan
In China, health authorities are still working to identify the virus behind a pneumonia outbreak in the central city of…
Hyflux says restructuring plans on track despite change of legal team
Embattled water treatment firm Hyflux said its restructuring plans, including with Utico, are on track despite the change of its…
US exports of hardwood to China plummet amid trade war
US exporters of of hardwood are feeling the heat amid the US-China trade war. Their exports to China have plummeted…
POFMA temporary exemptions to be lifted given evolving Wuhan coronavirus situation: MCI
Starting Jan 31, a temporary exemption on general correction directions will be lifted for several online platforms. Facebook, Google Search,…
Singapore Navy commissions final three of eight littoral mission vessels
The Singapore Navy has commissioned its final three Littoral Mission Vessels (LMVs) at Tuas Naval Base. They are RSS Fortitude,…