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Rescue crews scramble after Nepal-Tibet floods kills at least 160

Rescue crews scramble after Nepal-Tibet floods kills at least 160

Nepal's tourism board said Americans, Indians, an Australian, Malaysians and Britons were among those unaccounted for.

27/08/2026

Commentary: China is betting on spreading AI faster than the US can contain it

Commentary: China is betting on spreading AI faster than the US can contain it

27/08/2026

Commentary: How much sleep do you need? Forget the eight‑hour rule

Commentary: How much sleep do you need? Forget the eight‑hour rule

27/08/2026

Timeline: How SIA's India bet led to a 25.1% stake in Air India

Timeline: How SIA's India bet led to a 25.1% stake in Air India

26/08/2026

Singapore’s economy is growing — why aren’t all workers feeling it?

If economic gains continue to be felt unevenly across different sectors, it could lead to a "dual economy" that may lead to more durable wealth inequality, say experts.

27/08/2026

His father with dementia vanished near home. How can Singapore keep these seniors safe?

As the numbers of dementia cases rise in Singapore, more families will face the challenge of keeping loved ones safe without restricting their lives. Talking Point looks at Japan’s approach and how responsibility of care can be shared.

27/08/2026

Myanmar’s Dawei port megaproject could offer a regional shipping shortcut, but viability doubts linger

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Myanmar’s Dawei port megaproject could offer a regional shipping shortcut, but viability doubts linger

27/08/2026

CNA Explains: Why have US Treasury yields surged, and why does it matter to Asia?

CNA Explains: Why have US Treasury yields surged, and why does it matter to Asia?

27/08/2026

Commentary: NDR 2026 – why a higher BTO income ceiling isn’t just a housing policy adjustment

Commentary: NDR 2026 – why a higher BTO income ceiling isn’t just a housing policy adjustment

27/08/2026

How Singapore fashion label The Dori turns old saris into one-of-a-kind shirts

How Singapore fashion label The Dori turns old saris into one-of-a-kind shirts

26/08/2026

Commentary: China is betting on spreading AI faster than the US can contain it

Commentary: China is betting on spreading AI faster than the US can contain it

27/08/2026

Commentary: How much sleep do you need? Forget the eight‑hour rule

Commentary: How much sleep do you need? Forget the eight‑hour rule

27/08/2026

Timeline: How SIA's India bet led to a 25.1% stake in Air India

Timeline: How SIA's India bet led to a 25.1% stake in Air India

26/08/2026

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At least 14 infants killed after fire in Pakistan maternity ward

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China investigating cabbages dipped in cancer-causing chemical

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CCTV shows people fleeing seconds before mudslide engulfs Nepal-China border crossing

CCTV shows people fleeing seconds before mudslide engulfs Nepal-China border crossing 

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1 suspect arrested after man dies in Malaysia street brawl

1 suspect arrested after man dies in Malaysia street brawl

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Jeju police officer arrested for falsely closing missing person cases denies allegations

Jeju police officer arrested for falsely closing missing person cases denies allegations

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What could change for US teens on Instagram and Facebook

27/08/2026

Tim Curry, actor famed for Rocky Horror Picture Show, dead at 80

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27/08/2026

Vietnam seal fourth ASEAN crown with 4-2 aggregate win over Thailand

Vietnam seal fourth ASEAN crown with 4-2 aggregate win over Thailand

27/08/2026

Thai held over parrot eggs haul in South Africa

Thai held over parrot eggs haul in South Africa

27/08/2026

As it happened: Hundreds missing after avalanche triggers deadly flash floods at Nepal-Tibet border

As it happened: Hundreds missing after avalanche triggers deadly flash floods at Nepal-Tibet border

26/08/2026

Ahead of National Day celebrations, Malaysia to step up haze mitigation measures with Indonesia

26/08/2026

Indonesia’s forestry ministry processes 42 forest fire cases, sanctions six companies

26/08/2026

Meta agrees to pay US$18 billion to settle US lawsuits over children's social media addiction

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Podcasts

CNA Correspondent - The future of Indonesia's last whale hunters

The future of Indonesia's last whale hunters

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Will more childcare leave and cash move Singaporeans to have more kids?

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Working with a recruiter? Ask these questions before saying yes

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Disney Adventure adds Langkawi as a day visit on select four-night cruises from Dec 31

Disney Adventure adds Langkawi as a day visit on select four-night cruises from Dec 31

26/08/2026

Elvin Ng surprises former helper in Indonesia with pineapple tarts and family trip

Elvin Ng surprises former helper in Indonesia with pineapple tarts and family trip

26/08/2026

Former actress Jazreel Low spends ‘high 6-figure sum’ on new cafe in Bishan Park

Former actress Jazreel Low spends ‘high 6-figure sum’ on new cafe in Bishan Park

26/08/2026

Our Times actress Tsai Yi-chen arrested in Japan for allegedly pouring oil on temple monument

Our Times actress Tsai Yi-chen arrested in Japan for allegedly pouring oil on temple monument

26/08/2026

Singer Angela Chang briefly stops concert for medical treatment, returns to finish show

Singer Angela Chang briefly stops concert for medical treatment, returns to finish show

26/08/2026

How Singapore fashion label The Dori turns old saris into one-of-a-kind shirts

How Singapore fashion label The Dori turns old saris into one-of-a-kind shirts

26/08/2026

Dolly Parton tributes include Taylor Swift, Kelly Clarkson, Blake Shelton and Reese Witherspoon

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Commentary: NDR 2026 – if Singapore can plan 50 years ahead for infrastructure, can it do the same for nature?

26/08/2026

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26/08/2026

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Chua Yeow Hwee

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Commentary: NDR 2026 - non-parents shouldn’t be default substitutes for parents on childcare leave

25/08/2026

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25/08/2026

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Commentary: It’s time to ask ourselves exactly how important football is to Singapore

24/08/2026

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Employment experts weigh in on what makes a reasonable notice period, what can be negotiated and how workers may secure an earlier release after quitting.

25/08/2026

My friend ran up S$30,000 in debt. Here's what she got right about recovering – and what she missed

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23/08/2026

He grew up caught between two cultures. Now he's preserving his Chinese grandmother's hawker legacy

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23/08/2026

The debate on traditional gender roles has taken a turn

Big Read: The debate on traditional gender roles has taken a turn

22/08/2026

I stood where my great-great-grandmother watched her son, aged 11, leave China forever

Voices: I stood where my great-great-grandmother watched her son, aged 11, leave China forever

23/08/2026

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Trade Bali’s traffic for a boat to Nusa Lembongan

Trade Bali’s traffic for a boat to Nusa Lembongan

27/08/2026

Audemars Piguet brings rare watches and watchmaking demonstrations to Singapore

Audemars Piguet brings rare watches and watchmaking demonstrations to Singapore

26/08/2026

Shopping in Paris: The Saint-Germain homeware and design shops worth visiting

Shopping in Paris: The Saint-Germain homeware and design shops worth visiting

26/08/2026

From burgundy to crimson: 10 striking red watches for 2026

From burgundy to crimson: 10 striking red watches for 2026

25/08/2026

Nike and Adidas are back in the running shoe race

Nike and Adidas are back in the running shoe race

24/08/2026

Travel influencers are big business. But do they really drive bookings?

Travel influencers are big business. But do they really drive bookings?

24/08/2026

Why this Jakarta house has almost no visible windows

Why this Jakarta house has almost no visible windows

23/08/2026

Insider

Ong Ye Kung finds his BMT buddy, Eric Sim, and uncovers truth behind old confession

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