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Man gets hand stuck in iJooz machine, taken to hospital
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- Man gets hand stuck in iJooz machine, taken to hospital
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 9 minutes ago
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- A man whose arm got stuck in an iJooz vending machine in Hougang was freed with help from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) on Sunday (Aug 2).
A video of the incident was posted on TikTok on Monday (Aug 3), showing the man bent over with his forearm in the machine.
SCDF said the incident took place at around 7.50pm at 1 Hougang Street 91 and that one person was taken to Sengkang General Hospital. #singapore #sgnews
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- MPs raise concerns over mounted devices and distracted driving
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 36 minutes ago
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- Several MPs questioned whether the proposed changes to the Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill go far enough to tackle driver distraction from mounted phones and in-vehicle displays.
Raising these clarifications in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4), they asked how activities such as watching videos, taking video calls, scrolling social media and using multiple mounted devices would be regulated, and whether these could still amount to careless or dangerous driving. #singapore #sgnews
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- Singapore proposes lowering legal alcohol limit for drink driving
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- Singapore will lower the legal alcohol limits for drink driving under proposed changes to the Road Traffic Act, said Second Minister for Home Affairs Sim Ann in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4).
She said the revised limits reflect scientific evidence showing that even low levels of alcohol can impair driving, adding that offenders with very high blood alcohol levels should face imprisonment. #singapore #sgnews
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- GovTech layoffs: Jasmin Lau on lessons learned
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
- Description
- The Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech) will aim to shorten the transition period for officers affected by its workforce transformation to reduce uncertainty and help them move to their next steps more quickly, said Acting Manpower Minister Jasmin Lau in parliament on Thursday (Aug 4). Explaining the lessons learned from the first phase of transformation, she clarified that GovTech will continue working with vendors while taking greater ownership of the products and platforms it builds. #singapore #sgnews
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- GovTech layoffs: Shift in workforce profile not enough to meet agency’s needs
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
- Description
- The Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech) is reshaping its workforce as it shifts from a one-off project delivery model to one focused on continuous product ownership, requiring more software engineers, cybersecurity experts and other technology specialists while reducing traditional project and vendor management roles, said Acting Minister for Manpower Jasmin Lau.
Responding to MPs’ questions in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4) about the recent retrenchment of 93 officers, she said GovTech will continue to retrain and redeploy affected officers where possible, but that some workforce transitions are unavoidable. #singapore #sgnews
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- CCTV captures moment Malaysian pilot is detained in Indonesia over alleged drug smuggling
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
- Description
- Indonesian authorities have released footage showing how a Malaysian Airlines pilot, who was arrested at Jakarta's Soekarno Hatta International Airport on Jul 29, was caught allegedly attempting to smuggle 26kg of ecstasy and a small amount of methamphetamine.
Officials say customs officers flagged him for additional screening despite his access to the flight crew's fast-track lane, uncovering more than 70,000 ecstasy pills concealed in his luggage. Investigators also say they found a bottle of urine, which they suspect was intended to help falsify the results of a drug test. #indonesia #indonesianews
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- Speaker of Parliament welcomes Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn was welcomed to parliament by Speaker of Parliament Seah Kian Peng on Tuesday (Aug 4) during her visit to Singapore with officers and cadets from the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy.
Mr Seah highlighted the Princess’ longstanding contributions to Singapore-Thailand relations, particularly in education, healthcare, science and technology, as well as youth exchanges. #singapore #sgnews
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- Dear You made these villages famous. But what happens next?
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- 4:20
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
- Description
- The hit film Dear You turned quiet villages in China’s Chaoshan region into must-visit destinations almost overnight. Now, the communities where it was filmed are deciding how to preserve their heritage while making the most of their newfound fame.
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#dearyou #teochew #chaoshan
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- Gen Z menyongsong Indonesia Net Zero
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 5 hours ago
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- Generasi Z dinilai akan menjadi kunci perjalanan Indonesia menuju target emisi nol bersih (net zero). Di Indonesia Net-Zero Summit 2026, ribuan anak muda memadati forum untuk mencari solusi, membangun jejaring, hingga mengeksplorasi peluang karier di sektor ekonomi hijau yang terus berkembang.
Tak hanya sebagai peserta, banyak anak muda mengaku sudah mulai melakukan aksi iklim sederhana, mulai dari mengurangi sampah plastik hingga aktif mengedukasi masyarakat soal lingkungan. Menurutmu, apa peran terbesar Gen Z dalam menghadapi krisis iklim?
(Video: CNA/Ridhwan Siregar) #IndonesiaNetZero #AksiIklim #GenerasiZ #Keberlanjutan #EkonomiHijau #Indonesia #INZS2026
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- Acting Manpower Minister Jasmin Lau on GovTech layoffs
- Runtime
- 24:24
- Date posted
- 6 hours ago
- Description
- The Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech) is reshaping its workforce as it shifts from a one-off project delivery model to one focused on continuous product ownership, requiring more software engineers, cybersecurity experts and other technology specialists while reducing traditional project and vendor management roles, said Acting Minister for Manpower Jasmin Lau.
Responding to MPs’ questions in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4) about the recent retrenchment of 93 officers, she said GovTech will continue to retrain and redeploy affected officers where possible, but that some workforce transitions are unavoidable.
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- China's rural revitalisation: How roads, bridges and 5G are transforming Guizhou
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- 13:08
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- China has spent decades investing in transport and digital infrastructure to revitalise its rural communities. In Guizhou province, once one of the country's poorest provinces, better roads, the world's highest bridge and expanded 5G coverage are creating opportunities for residents. CNA's Tan Si Hui travels there to examine how greater connectivity is changing lives on the ground. The report is followed by a live chat with Tan and fellow correspondent Krystal Chia on China's rural revitalisation drive.
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- 5 taken to hospital after being trapped in burning flat at Race Course Road
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
- Description
- Five people were taken to hospital after they were trapped in a flat fire along Race Course Road on Monday (Aug 3), with three of them found unconscious.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the blaze in a fifth-storey unit at Block 684 Race Course Road at about 7.10pm.
Police rescued one person from the unit, while the SCDF rescued the other four. The cause of the fire is under investigation. #singapore #sgnews
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- ASEAN could shift approach to Myanmar after Suu Kyi meeting, says analyst
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- 8:06
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
- Description
- Detained former Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi's meeting with an International Committee of the Red Cross representative on Monday (Aug 3) could signal a broader shift in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations' (ASEAN) approach to Myanmar, according to Enze Han, associate professor of politics and public administration at the University of Hong Kong. Speaking to CNA's Asia Now, Han says the meeting may pave the way for greater ASEAN-wide engagement with Myanmar's government, a reduced emphasis on the Five-Point Consensus, and the country's gradual return to a more prominent role within the regional bloc.
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- Number of homes already reduced to retain green, heritage areas: Alvin Tan
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- Responding to questions in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4) about the redevelopment of Gillman Barracks and Maju Forest, Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan said the government is not yet able to give an exact figure on how many homes the sites will provide, but that the current conceptual plan has already reduced the number of homes to preserve green and heritage areas.
He added that further engagement with stakeholders will be held after the formal consultation period closes on Aug 6. #singapore #sgnews
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- MP Kenneth Tiong asks why MSE ‘has gone missing’ on Maju Forest issue
- Runtime
- 1:49
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
- Description
- Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan rejected Workers’ Party (WP) MP Kenneth Tiong’s suggestion that the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment had "gone missing" on plans affecting Maju Forest, saying decisions are made collectively across the government.
Responding to Mr Tiong in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4), Mr Tan said the challenge is to balance housing needs with the conservation of heritage and ecological sites through careful planning and trade-offs.
Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu added that ministers present a united government position and that if a WP member was “hoping for a fight between ministers”, they would be "disappointed". #singapore #sgnews
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- Alvin Tan tells parliament Gillman Barracks and Sunset Way plans not finalised
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- 1:17:02
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- The Singapore government has not finalised its development plans for Gillman Barracks and Sunset Way and will continue engaging stakeholders before making a decision, said Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4). He said Singapore must balance competing land needs, adding that while efforts are made to conserve heritage and greenery, "there will be times when we cannot avoid difficult trade-offs".
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1:15 Why Singapore needs to build more
3:53 On where Singapore decides to build
8:13 How does Singapore build responsibly
10:41 Why Sunset Way and Gillman Barracks sites are being considered
14:04 How Singapore is studying Gillman Barracks
15:51 How Singapore is studying Sunset Way
17:14 How feedback will shape plans
21:12 Rachel Ong
27:13 Andre Low
30:55 Nadia Ahmad Samdin
35:28 Christopher de Souza
41:02 Dennis Tan
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- Why housing demand keeps growing despite Singapore’s low birth rate
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- Housing demand continues to grow even as Singapore's total fertility rate has fallen, as household sizes are getting smaller and more people are living independently, said Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan.
Responding in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4) to questions filed by Members of Parliament on the Gillman Barracks redevelopment, Mr Tan said Singapore must plan decades ahead to balance housing needs with other competing land uses. #singapore #sgnews
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- MP Christopher de Souza suggests alternative sites close to Maju Forest for housing needs instead
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- In response to MP Christopher de Souza's question in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4) about alternative housing sites near Maju Forest, Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan said the government had assessed those sites, but many are already supporting major infrastructure projects or have been earmarked for future development.
He said brownfield, vacant and underused land is prioritised where possible, and invited the public to continue sharing feedback before plans for Gillman Barracks and Sunset Way are finalised. #singapore #sgnews
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- Why Gillman Barracks and Sunset Way sites are needed for housing: Alvin Tan
- Runtime
- 1:42
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- Gillman Barracks and Sunset Way are needed to meet Singapore's housing needs over the next decade, as many alternative sites suggested by the public are already being redeveloped, required for other national uses or cannot be developed yet, said Minister of State for National Development Alvin Tan.
Speaking in parliament on Tuesday (Aug 4), he added that housing plans for Sunset Way have been reflected in the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s Master Plan since 1980, while Gillman Barracks was identified for study in 2024. #singapore #sgnews
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- What’s next for oil prices? An expert weighs in
- Runtime
- 8:01
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- Oil prices rebounded in Asian trade on Tuesday (Aug 4), after United States President Donald Trump said over the weekend that Washington would pursue diplomacy with Iran rather than military action, easing fears of a wider conflict. Speaking to CNA’s Asia First, Goldman Sachs' co-head of global commodities research Samantha Dart discusses the outlook for oil prices amid ongoing market volatility and the factors beyond geopolitics shaping commodities markets.
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- CNA Explains: Why the US stepped in to prop up the Japanese yen
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- 3:05
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- The Japanese yen's surge following a rare joint yen-buying intervention by the United States and Japan is already losing steam. The coordinated action was the first since 2011 following a devastating earthquake in Japan. CNA's Elizabeth Neo looks at why the US got involved this time.
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- Noticed these blurry baby selfies popping up on Instagram lately?
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
- Description
- Some Singapore government agencies are hopping on the viral "accidental kid selfie" trend on Instagram, sharing playful posts featuring selfies seemingly taken by young children.
The trend, which began with a Saudi Arabian fashion brand in July, has since spread to brands and organisations around the world. #sgnews #singapore
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- Russia says 7 killed, 40 injured by Ukrainian drone attack on beach
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 11 hours ago
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- Russia said on Monday (Aug 3) that a drone attack by Ukraine on a beach killed seven people, including three children and injured 40 others. Russian officials alleged that the attack at the Black Sea holiday resort of Gelendzhik had deliberately targeted civilians. Ukraine has not commented on the claim.
#russia #russianews #ukraine #dronestrike
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- 2 police officers killed during drug raid in Thailand
- Runtime
- 0:40
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- Two Thai police officers were killed and three others were injured in a shootout with suspected drug traffickers in Narathiwat province on Sunday (Aug 2). Authorities detained three suspects, while two others remain at large. #thailandnews #thailand
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- Indonesia looks to unlock the economic value of carbon trading
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- 4:26
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- Indonesia wants its climate action to deliver economic benefits for local communities, especially lower-income groups. Environment Minister Mohammad Jumhur Hidayat says carbon trading can help achieve that goal. Speaking at the Indonesia Net Zero Summit in Jakarta, Mr Jumhur said his ministry will ensure the system is properly managed so its benefits reach the people. Saifulbahri Ismail reports.
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- Blue sweeps Negeri Sembilan and Johor. What does it mean for Anwar? | CNA Correspondent
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- 28:50
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Two state elections, three weeks apart, where Malaysia's own governing coalitions ended up as rivals rather than partners, each hoping to boost their power in Putrajaya. First came Barisan Nasional's sweep in Johor, its best result since 2008. Then came Negeri Sembilan, where Pakatan Harapan's caretaker chief minister Aminuddin Harun and Transport Minister Anthony Loke were defeated. Arnold Gay speaks with correspondents Melissa Goh and Afifah Ariffin, to unpack what Barisan Nasional's "blue wave" means for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and the federal government.
Highlights:
00:00 Intro
02:00 Why Pakatan Harapan lost
04:23 Understanding Johor and Negeri Sembilan
08:06 Impact of these results on the average Malaysian
10:58 Do these wins translate to greater leverage at the federal level?
12:54 Can Anwar Ibrahim's coalition hold?
14:38 What to expect in upcoming elections in Malacca and Sarawak
18:36 Could Malaysia see an ear...
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- Japanese PM visits Kumamoto a week after deadly earthquake | East Asia Tonight 3 Aug 2026
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- 57:02
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
- Description
- Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi makes a trip to quake hit Kumamoto, even as the region is hit by extreme heat, compounding the woes of quake survivors. Also on East Asia Tonight, the Korean peninsula also facing a severe heatwave, with both North and South Korea hit by record temperatures. Meanwhile, Myanmar offers its first proof-of-life in years for detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
00:00 Introduction
01:30 Takaichi visits quake-hit Kumamoto
06:30 Korean Peninsula heatwave
09:26 Aung San Suu Kyi first foreign meeting in years
15:10 US-Japan joint yen intervention
25:15 Alibaba unveils its biggest AI model yet
26:39 Kospi slips amid volatility in AI trading
31:21 China rural revitalisation
47:57 ChinaJoy - one of world's biggest gaming convention
51:42 Poh Kok Ing explains T-maxxing
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- National Day Parade 2026: CNA goes backstage with performer Sky Shen who has muscular dystrophy
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- 3:09
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
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- Months of preparation are about to come to fruition for thousands of National Day Parade performers as they gear up for the big show. Among them is singer-songwriter Sky Shen, who lives with muscular dystrophy and will be making his NDP debut. He is performing his original song, "March On With Me". Alexandra Anand reports.
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- New evening event lights up Bras Basah.Bugis precinct with folklore-inspired installations
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- 5:41
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- Singapore's myths and legends are lighting up the night in Bras Basah.Bugis. Spread across five locations, Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis transforms familiar streets into an immersive trail of light and digital installations inspired by local folklore. Jordan Tham is the Assistant Manager of HeritageSG. He shares what visitors can expect at the Light Together Bras Basah.Bugis event and what inspired this year's installations.
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- Singapore palliative care: New hospice run by public hospital and charity in first such tie-up
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- 2:54
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- Acute hospital resources, hospice care expertise and family support services are now integrated under one roof at the new Woodlands Hospice. This is the first such collaboration between Woodlands Hospital and Ren Ci Hospital. The aim is to meet the growing demand for palliative care services for an ageing population. Nadine Yeam reports.
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- Transition to ERP 2.0: New Roadside Electronic Parking features on trial
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
- Description
- Some motorists will be able to use their vehicle's on-board unit to pay for roadside electronic parking, as part of Singapore's transition to ERP 2.0. The Land Transport Authority is putting the system on trial starting today (3 Aug). It involves around 1,000 motorists. Instead of using the Parking.sg app, they can now pay using the vehicle’s on-board unit. Here's how the new system works.
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- Singapore and ASEAN: Three key areas of growth are energy, finance, data - Chan Chun Sing
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- 11:06
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
- Description
- Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing says the energy grid, financial connectivity and data networks are key areas of growth for ASEAN that will propel other economic activities. He said this at a dialogue on Singapore's competitiveness organised by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA). Nasyrah Rohim reports. An SIIA report also highlighted some recommendations to boost competition – from preparing the workforce for AI, to encouraging greater ASEAN integration. Satya Ramamurthy is Associate Council Member of SIIA and co-director of the report. He shares his insights with Channel NewsAsia.
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- Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi meets Red Cross official, appears in good health: Son
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with a representative of International Committee of the Red Cross in Naypyitaw on Monday (Aug 3), a government spokeswoman said.
Suu Kyi's son, Kim Aris, confirmed the meeting took place, adding that his mother appears to be in good health. He added that the photos released of Suu Kyi with Arnaud de Baecque of the Red Cross were the "first independent proof" that "she's actually alive, for a long time now".
Other photos released by the Myanmar government show the former leader cutting a cake with the words "Happy Birthday Aunty Suu 19.6.2026". #myanmar #myanmarnews
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- China gaming: Local developers look sell their games to the world at ChinaJoy 2026
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- 3:41
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- 23 hours ago
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- Thousands of gamers, developers and investors were in Shanghai this weekend for ChinaJoy, one of the world's biggest gaming conventions. The event is also where Chinese game makers are increasingly looking to sell their games to the world. Bong Xin Ying reports.
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- Europe migrant crisis: EU ambassadors hold urgent meeting on Ceuta situation
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- 4:55
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- 24 hours ago
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- The European Union is under renewed pressure after last week’s deadly mass migrant crossing from Morocco to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Ross Cullen reports.
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- Middle East conflict: Israel conveys security concerns over Hamas disarmament deal
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- 13:19
- Date posted
- 24 hours ago
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- The latest US push for peace in Gaza faces its first test, as Israel responds to a proposal pairing the disarmament of armed groups with a simultaneous troop withdrawal. Nick Harper reports from Washington DC. CNA also spoke with Dr Jonah Blank for his insights. He’s the former Policy Director for South and Southeast Asia on the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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- Indonesia ferry accident: Five dead, 229 rescued after ferry catches fire off northeastern Java
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Indonesian rescuers are racing to find survivors after a ferry caught fire off the coast of Java. At least five people are dead. More than 220 passengers and crew have been rescued. Chandni Vatvani reports.
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- Myanmar politics: ICRC confirms one of its delegates visited Aung San Suu Kyi in private
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- 5:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Myanmar's government has released photographs of detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi in a meeting with a Red Cross official. This is the first time in five years that it has broken its silence on the precise whereabouts and condition of the Nobel laureate. 81-year-old Aung San Suu Kyi appears to be in good health. The International Committee of the Red Cross has confirmed the meeting took place today (Mon, 3 Aug). It’s the first publicly confirmed visit by a representative of an international organization, since Ms Suu Kyi was ousted and detained after a coup in February 2021. Leong Wai Kit reports.
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- Why 50,000 migrants from Morocco suddenly crossed into Spain
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Why did tens of thousands of migrants from Morocco suddenly cross into Europe through the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in just a few days?
According to Spanish authorities, about 48,000 of the roughly 50,000 people who crossed into Ceuta by land and sea returned to Morocco within 48 hours. At least 72 people died during the crossings.
The late July mass crossing has raised questions about migration, politics and border security. We take a closer look at what may have triggered it. #ceuta #morocco
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- Di gang sempit di Jakarta ini lahir pesenam terbaik Indonesia
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Mereka berlatih salto dan meroda di sebuah gang sempit, dengan peralatan minim dan nyaris tanpa privasi. Namun, anak-anak dari permukiman miskin di Jakarta ini membuktikan bahwa mereka mampu bersaing dengan pesenam terbaik Indonesia.
Nivell Rayda dari CNA berbincang dengan sejumlah pesenam muda yang tengah mengejar cita-cita mereka.
(Video: CNA/Wisnu Prasetyo) #Jakarta #AnakJakarta #PesenamMuda #Senam #Gymnastics #AtletMuda #TalentaMuda #GenerasiBerprestasi #kisahinspiratif
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- Trump says US is helping Japanese yen as 'a signal of friendship'
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The US dollar fell sharply on Monday (Aug 3) against the Japanese yen after President Donald Trump and Japan's finance minister confirmed the two countries had intervened in currency markets following the yen's slide to a 40-year low against the dollar. President Trump said a day earlier that the US was helping Japan to prop up the yen as a "signal of friendship" and to help the world economy.
#usa #usnews #japan #japannews #currency
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- Title
- Indonesia ferry fire survivors arrive at Surabaya port for treatment
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Survivors and bodies from the ferry Mutiara Sentosa 2, which caught fire off Indonesia's Madura island, arrived at Surabaya port early on Monday (Aug 3) morning for medical treatment and processing. At least five people were confirmed dead and dozens remained missing, according to authorities. #indonesia #indonesianews
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- Chan Chun Sing on why Singapore cannot be complacent
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Singapore's biggest threat may not be geopolitical tensions but complacency, Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing said on Monday (Aug 3). Speaking at the 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum on Monday (Aug 3), he warned that Singapore cannot assume its peace, security and economic progress will last forever. As countries increasingly weaponise geography, supply chains and economic leverage, he said Singapore must continue earning its "rightful place in the sun". #sgnews #singapore
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- Chan Chun Sing on why complacency is Singapore's biggest risk in an uncertain world
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- 8:42
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Complacency poses one of the biggest risks to Singapore's future, said Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing, warning that decades of peace, security and economic success should never be taken for granted.
Speaking at the 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum on Monday (Aug 3), Mr Chan said Singapore has had to earn its place in the world by staying connected globally, despite having no natural hinterland. He argued that openness and international connectivity are not optional for Singapore, but essential to its survival.
Drawing lessons from conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war and the Israel-Hamas conflict, Mr Chan said countries often fail to act on warning signs because of complacency. He added that Singapore must remain vigilant against geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and other emerging risks before they become crises.
Mr Chan also urged younger Singaporeans to travel, build international networks and gain fresh perspectives from overseas. Ev...
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- Chan Chun Sing's keynote dialogue at 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum | Full
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- 49:11
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Amid rising geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and growing economic uncertainty, Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing outlined how Singapore can strengthen its position by remaining open, consistent and trusted on the global stage.
Speaking at a keynote dialogue on "Power and Agency amidst Turmoil" at the 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum on Monday (Aug 3), Mr Chan said Singapore must continue to "stay out of trouble" by avoiding unnecessary conflicts, maintaining policy consistency and building long-term partnerships. He also discussed the importance of leadership, resilience, workforce transformation, technological change and preparing Singaporeans for an increasingly unpredictable world. Read more: https://cna.asia/4yVtL9V
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- Israel continues deadly strikes on Gaza despite Trump truce efforts
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Israeli strikes have continued across Gaza, killing at least 18 Palestinians, including a pregnant woman, on Sunday (Aug 2). The strikes came despite US President Donald Trump announcing on Jul 30 a breakthrough in implementing a Gaza ceasefire agreement signed last year, saying Hamas had agreed to disarm.
But Hamas said Israel must first end its military offensive and withdraw its troops, in line with last year's deal.
An Israeli official told Reuters there would be no troop withdrawal unless Hamas underwent "genuine disarmament".
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- Title
- Japan's pop culture export boom levels up at Germany's AnimagiC
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- 3:05
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- From plushies and posters to swords and statues, fans at Germany's biggest anime convention are spending big on Japanese pop culture. It's a sign of how Europe's appetite for Japanese anime is helping to feed a multi-billion-dollar export industry. Stuart Smith reports from the final day of AnimagiC in Mannheim.
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- How a cramped alley in Jakarta produced some of Indonesia’s top gymnasts
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- They practise backflips and cartwheels in a narrow alley with little equipment or privacy. But the children from this poor Jakarta neighbourhood are proving they can compete with Indonesia's best. CNA's Nivell Rayda speaks to some aspiring gymnasts. (Video: CNA/Wisnu Prasetyo) #indonesia #indonesianews #gymnastics
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- 2 hospitalised after building collapses in Sydney
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Two people were hospitalised after a building under construction collapsed in central Sydney, Australia, on Monday (Aug 3), authorities said. The cause of the collapse is under investigation. #sydney #australia #australianews
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- Jeffrey Siow's keynote dialogue at 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum | In full
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- 39:07
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- In a period of intensifying geopolitical rivalry and global economic disruption, how does a small, resource-constrained nation like Singapore secure its future?
Speaking at the 18th ASEAN & Asia Forum on Monday (Aug 3), Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Second Minister for Finance, Jeffrey Siow, outlines the roadmap for Singapore's economy over the next five to 10 years. Mr Siow discussed the findings of the government’s Economic Strategy Review and introduces the "VAR" framework — Value, Agility, and Resilience — as the core pillars to navigate a highly volatile global landscape.
The session was hosted by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) and moderated by its chairman Mr Simon Tay. Read more: https://cna.asia/4hMpPSB
0:54 Mr Siow on Singapore's Economic Strategy Review (ESR) and the "VAR" model
5:50 Deepening ASEAN integration, transport networks, and regional energy initiatives
9:41 What more can pr...
