THOUSANDS PAY LAST RESPECTS TO MR LEE KUAN YEW
They came, they applauded and shouted “Thank you” when his coffin went past, and they lined up to see him…
Millionaire Mind Minute with Mark Mobius
Investment guru Mark Mobius tells us why patience is important when it comes to making investment decisions. source
TIME NOR TIDE: REMEMBERING LEE KUAN YEW
Channel NewsAsia’s 3-part documentary traces Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s life and work from the time he entered politics, including exclusive…
The Successors: Noni Purnomo
She is the vice president of Blue Bird Group, the biggest family-owned taxi company in Asia Pacific. Founded by her…
Choo Ling Er: From near-fatal accident to top 10 in IRONMAN
The more pain I feel, the bigger my smile”: Triathlete Choo Ling Er survived a near-fatal car accident to become…
Typewriting the future: a dying art in a changing city
Typewriters still serve a critical role in the operations of government, banks and business in Myanmar. But it seems inevitable…
SABAH HERO GUIDES REUNITE WITH TANJONG KATONG PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
On Tuesday (Jun 16), three Sabah mountain guides were reunited with Tanjong Katong Primary School students who survived the Sabah…
Pascal Lamy interview: Conversation With, Channel NewsAsia
Watch the full interview here: http://www.channelnewsasia.com/tv/tvshows/conversation-with-s10/pascal-lamy/1654822.html For more TV Shows: http://www.channelnewsasia.com/tv/videos. source
5 QUESTIONS WITH ELIM CHEW
The founder of one of Singapore’s first streetwear brands 77th Street tells Cheryl Fox about her passion in nurturing a…
Indian Diaspora In Asia – Trailer
Generations after their forefathers first settled across Asia, the Indian diaspora has fully assimilated into their adopted countries, yet continues…
Asia’s toughest jobs: The fisherman of the Andaman Sea
The growing global demand for seafood products has driven Thailand to catch more fish. Its rich waters are teeming with…
Things to do during the school holidays
Halfway through the holidays and already out of ideas to keep your children busy? We’ve got 7 suggestions for you.…
Asia’s toughest jobs: The women helping build Cambodia
Construction workers are in demand in Cambodia as the country embarks on an ambitious building drive. Many of them are…
Sewol ferry disaster: One year on
Heartbreaking scenes across South Korea, as the first anniversary of the tragic sinking of MV Sewol approaches. Our reporters Jack…
LIVE in Mong Kok: #OccupyCentral protesters sing Happy Birthday
Protesters in Mong Kok burst into Happy Birthday song every time there is sign of tension to defuse the situation.…
A skin patch that helps burn fat
A patch that could help you burn belly fat exists, thanks to scientists from Nanyang Technological University. Here’s how it…
#SYDNEYSIEGE AFTERMATH
Channel NewsAsia’s Jack Board gives an update at Martin Place. Follow our live blog for more updates: http://cna.asia/sydneysiege2. source
David Foster on looking for talent and his involvement in Southeast Asia
Watch the full interview: https://cna.asia/2Fe0BrC “If I know I’m going to a party that Madonna is going to be at,…
Do the Pikachu: 3,000 turn up for Pokemon Run Carnival in Singapore
Aspiring Pokémon trainers set off to conquer a 5km running course after a warm-up guided by Pikachu at Pokémon Run…
Channel NewsAsia relaunched on 21 Jan 2013
Channel NewsAsia embarked on a major relaunch on 21 January 2013, to provide expanded coverage of Asia. Armed with our…
Bridging Asia: Asia’s growth will come at the cost of its environment
Can poor countries afford to be green? But as pollution caused by rapid industrialization leave developing countries with high death…
Bidding War for Talent
A bidding war is on in China for talent. It’s the result of the country’s one child policy and ageing…
Sg+: Fertility Levels: Why so Low, Singapore?
Singapore’s Total Fertility Rate stands at 1.29 – below the replacement level of 2.1. Why is its birth rate so…
What did you do on your ‘First’ day at work?
Singapore companies are experimenting with unique ideas to attract and retain the best talent. Some are pulling out all the…
Conversation With: Nobu Robert De Niro On Acting
Robert deNiro has been called one of the great actors of our time – but he has another side that…
More China students head overseas for studies
More and more students in China are choosing not to sit for the notoriously tough local university entrance examinations or…
SINGAPORE: At least 70 witnesses to be called up for COI hearing on Little India riot
The Committee of Inquiry (COI) on the Little India riot intends to call at least 70 witnesses for a public…
INDONESIA: Political parties and their media affiliations
Political parties in Indonesia are pulling out all the stops in promoting their party and their candidates in this election.…
Dr Surin Pitsuwan seeks bigger mandate to represent ASEAN
ASEAN’s out-going Secretary-General has made an impassioned plea for the grouping to re-examine its decision-making process. In an exclusive interview…
MANILA: Philippine govt to spend US$1.2b to relocate informal settlers
Metro Manila is home to 14 million people, with four out of every 10 residents living in slums. The Philippine…
Online shopping gaining popularity in India
The online fashion retail industry in India is booming as the idea of e-commerce catches on. While books and electronics…
SINGAPORE: Cast, crew of “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” wow fans at Marina Bay Sands
The cast and crew of “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” thrilled fans at Marina Bay Sands as they arrived for a…
INVESTOR INSIGHTS: RISING BOND YIELD, DOLLAR IMPACT
Chris Weston, Chief market strategist at IG Markets talks about positioning as US Treasury yields rise while Japanese and European…
Perspectives July 2012: ASEAN
ASEAN, which has been in existence since 1967, is now in its fifth decade. Coupled with uniting South East Asian…
Jakarta bakery’s traditional methods continue to attract customers
Modern bakeries make use high-tech machines for greater efficiency, and come up with new creations to keep customers coming. But…
HONG KONG: Demand for shark fin is already on the decline
The Hong Kong government has banned shark fin from being served at official functions, following years of lobbying by conservation…
Bridging Asia: Social media can do more harm that good
Citizens aren’t the only beneficiaries of social media. Sina Weibo, which has 20m registered users in China, has proven useful…
SINGAPORE: Four golf clubs to find out fate of their courses
Four golf clubs will find out on Sunday whether their courses will have to make way for redevelopment when their…
SINGAPORE: Jubilee Baby Gift for Singaporean babies born next year
A birthday surprise is in store for all Singaporean babies born next year. Each will receive a celebratory Jubilee Baby…
1 Feb 2015 Spotlight: A velodrome for Singapore cyclists?
Building a velodrome in Singapore is being considered by the Government as part of the Vision 2030 Sports Master Plan.…
INDONESIA: Businesses step forward to tackle Indonesia’s food security issues
The United Nations marked World Food Day on 16 Oct, warning against food waste, as over 840 million people go…
15 Feb 2014 Spotlight: Are Singapore public hospitals on track to meet future healthcare needs?
By 2020, there will be six new public hospitals, which are part of the Health Ministry’s plan to boost infrastructure…
SG+: CPF – Enough For Life
Will you have enough Central Provident Fund savings at retirement? Or will you have used too much on housing and…
CHINA: Travelling home during the Lunar New Year season
The world’s largest human migration of the year has begun, as hundreds of millions of migrant workers in China start…
INVESTOR INSIGHTS: CHINA’s LUCKY 7%
China has announced a new 7% growth mantra after its economy slowed to its softest pace in 24-years in 2014.…
SG+: Ageing Workforce – Finding the Silver Lining
As one of Asia’s fastest ageing populations, it is estimated that by 2030, one-fifth of the population will be 65…
10 Nov 2013 Spotlight: A race to enhance Singapore’s eldercare services
Singapore’s rising ageing population has led to an increase in the demand for care for the elderly. But while building…
China- Leftover men
The growing number of older single men in China is NOT just an outcome of a gender imbalance caused by…
INVESTOR INSIGHTS: APPLE’S BLOWOUT Q1
Can Apple’s blowout earnings in Q1 be sustained throughout the rest of the year and is the Cupertino-giant too dependent…
China’s “Precious Snowflakes”
They were called “Little Emperors” – the first generation, growing up under China’s one child policy. Now, they’ve started their…
Aung San Suu Kyi encourages overseas Myanmar citizens to return home
Myanmar’s opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi has encouraged overseas Myanmar citizens to return home to participate in the country’s…
13 Mar 2014 Spotlight: City for All Ages project gets seniors to help fellow seniors
The aim of the City for All Ages project is to create senior-friendly communities. But in the pilot, the project…
Hepatitis B virus carrier in China faces job discrimination
One out of every ten people in China is a carrier of the Hepatitis B virus, and they face severe…
JAPAN: Shinkansen – Looking abroad as it turns 50
After decades of protecting its own technology, Japan is attempting to lure buyers for its high speed bullet train known…
Filipinos turn to culinary skills for better-paying jobs overseas
Becoming a chef is now one of the most popular professions in the Philippines. That is because when it comes…
CHINA: Corruption clampdown hits HK luxury food market
China’s anti-corruption drive has put a dampener on the sales of luxury goods in Hong Kong, with delicacies at high-end…