https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/nagoya-gears-up-asian-games-amid-accommodation-and-weather-concerns-6395371https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--SNATXgm0--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789744334-image.jpg?itok=81CxTFYPNagoya gears up for Asian Games amid accommodation and weather concerns Anticipation is building in Nagoya ahead of the Asian Games opening ceremony on Sep 19, with more than 17,000 competitors and officials from 45 countries expected. But organisers face concerns over temporary athlete accommodation and the threat of a typhoon, while recent rainfall has already disrupted some competition schedules. More than 300 Singapore athletes will compete across 27 sports. CNA's Alif Amsyar reports from Nagoya.

]]>4722026-09-18T23:25:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/97cb6b26-4339-4dc6-a28a-7e06ae5779c0/a76c461a-f9c1-46db-b906-576807097af1/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/alvin-aloysius-goh-supporting-women-in-workplace-6395361https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--m2NNGZNt--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/shri.jpg?itok=3M7gfn3oAlvin Aloysius Goh on supporting women in the workplaceEfforts are underway to help women return to work, as a new study finds seven in 10 women believe career breaks hurt their job prospects. CNA speaks to Alvin Aloysius Goh, CEO of the Singapore Human Resources Institute.

]]>3722026-09-18T23:16:07+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/aa235469-b8ad-44e5-af1f-721e8ff057a6/ddbec308-5fba-4b01-b71a-231d3a3e7f3f/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapore-china-looking-longer-term-development-plan-tianjin-eco-city-6395311https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yGK9RAXC--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789742233-image.jpg?itok=usxD-p6pSingapore, China looking at longer-term development plan for Tianjin Eco-City Singapore and China are exploring how new technologies and urban planning approaches can shape the longer-term development of the Tianjin Eco-City. Singapore National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat says the two sides are looking at the next phase of the flagship bilateral project as it marks two decades in 2028. Mr Chee has wrapped up a week-long visit to three Chinese cities. Tan Si Hui with this report.

]]>2212026-09-18T23:03:17+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/3ebc8f23-6e04-4d3e-906c-a3f232aff9c7/96d53efa-73bd-4708-acef-060a52a95553/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/7-in-10-women-say-career-breaks-make-returning-work-harder-study-6395281https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--nwY9v1ax--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789741633-image.jpg?itok=kqmp2D-u7 in 10 women say career breaks make returning to work harder: Study Seven in 10 women polled in a new study in Singapore believe that taking a career break makes it harder to find suitable work when they wish to return. Acting Manpower Minister Jasmin Lau says that a pause in careers should not close doors. And workplaces need to recognise that careers do not always follow a straight path - particularly for women who step away to care for their children or ageing parents. Hoon Jeng Jee reports.

]]>2132026-09-18T22:49:03+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/6f88f4f1-2f9f-4528-a6df-7c23f091bfee/683508ae-29e6-4250-a1ba-9db26b6e13ad/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/government-agencies-must-get-better-bringing-people-together-chan-chun-sing-6395286https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--BQ4bPWkF--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789741637-image.jpg?itok=1FgIOKlvGovernment agencies must get better at bringing people together: Chan Chun Sing Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing says government agencies must get better at bringing people together to tackle increasingly complex challenges. He urged public officers to shift from doing things for people to working with them, while balancing different interests and trade-offs. Mr Chan also called on officers to strengthen international links as Singapore navigates growing global uncertainty. Sabrina Ng reports.

]]>1672026-09-18T22:37:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/4f58b88e-b9c5-48b3-af14-29699b2e8908/4968ed6b-faf7-432e-8199-0563c278e3af/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/us-firm-waymo-launch-autonomous-ride-hailing-service-in-singapore-in-2028-6395271https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--yONiRGd3--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789741335-image.jpg?itok=x8LPmO3NUS firm Waymo to launch autonomous ride-hailing service in Singapore in 2028 Singapore could see several hundred self-driving vehicles picking up passengers in two years. US ride-hailing operator Waymo is preparing to enter the market with a fully autonomous, all-electric service set to launch in 2028. Alexandra Anand with more.

]]>2352026-09-18T22:28:42+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/e01838af-2494-4ff3-9f3a-2def0bb597d9/fcd9fc35-ed2d-4ee5-968a-e9812a3bebb3/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/alex-eala-in-singapore-how-well-do-you-know-filipino-tennis-star-6395256https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--SP9y-8Er--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789740737-image.jpg?itok=URdYIPy4Alex Eala in Singapore: How well do you know the Filipino tennis star?1192026-09-18T22:18:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/ab12668e-11f6-47ad-b4a6-b69968cf2318/9c7b2dae-c40d-478b-9fdc-35cb05fadf06/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/asian-games-2026-organisers-deal-accommodation-woes-ahead-event-opening-6395116https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--9wfaCFnd--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789737133-image.jpg?itok=hPVnllHSAsian Games 2026: Organisers deal with accommodation woes ahead of event opening With just a day to go before the Asian Games open in Japan, organisers are facing a growing list of challenges. From accommodation complaints to the threat of a typhoon, preparations for Asia's biggest sporting event have been far from smooth. CNA's Alif Amsyar reports from Nagoya.

]]>2872026-09-18T21:48:05+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/0e9cb3ba-1bb4-47d7-8572-eeab42da5ffe/39f607d2-1670-478c-ac30-eb74970ac088/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/us-military-leadership-upheaval-raises-questions-washington-and-allies-6395091https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--MbjFww7s--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789736540-image.jpg?itok=cK73u-H3US military leadership upheaval raises questions for Washington and allies Turmoil at the top of the US military has left key posts without permanent leaders, just as Washington juggles wars in Iran, Russia and Ukraine, and competition with China. The upheaval is raising questions about American military leadership and what it means for its allies. James Gooderson filed this report for CNA from Washington DC.

]]>2172026-09-18T21:36:56+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/0f005924-a414-474b-b020-9bc0e30744dc/4aa9bea3-3396-4e7c-ac00-75ce3708303c/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/natos-defence-chiefs-gather-in-copenhagen-annual-meeting-6395076https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--tSZpDKhz--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789736233-image.jpg?itok=mqp-3-ajNATO's army chiefs are in Copenhagen to strengthen the alliance's collective deterrence and defence, support for Ukraine, as well as military innovation and technology. Member state Poland cited fresh intelligence and warned with increasing specificity of the risk of a Russian hybrid attack on countries supporting Ukraine. William Denselow reports for CNA from Brussels.

]]>2912026-09-18T21:26:56+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/1a836aa2-1cfd-4813-93e0-be18f14170e1/ca839689-39b7-43c8-a98c-7003888a4b5f/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/south-korea-rules-out-mideast-deployment-6395086https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--ymL3jEUA--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/img_20260918_211559_5704.jpg?itok=K7AO2SjcSouth Korea rules out Mideast deployment South Korea's president says the country will not become militarily involved in the Middle East conflict, though it could expand its naval role protecting ships and vital oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Lee Jae Myung also addressed ties with the US and North Korea, amid public dissatisfaction with his administration. CNA's Senior Correspondent Lim Yun Suk has more.

]]>2482026-09-18T21:19:38+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/cef4fcb6-1dc9-4d70-b445-082425098a59/fa0d429e-787d-4e2f-8349-cd0de98f3900/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/india-steps-up-its-semiconductor-ambitions-6395026https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--6O1Jdfkv--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789735033-image.jpg?itok=S6O-JGj-India steps up its semiconductor ambitions India is stepping up its bid to become a global hub for semiconductors. With AI driving chip demand and geopolitical tensions reshaping supply chains, industry players see potential in India's vast workforce and resources. Ishan Garg filed this report for CNA from New Delhi.

]]>2422026-09-18T20:57:46+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/c1fc2c11-9acb-40de-91c2-0f3707408d1d/d8d906c4-b365-4b8a-9a34-99d811a81621/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/school-shooting-in-philippines-leaves-3-people-dead-6395021https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--XqNSBrNn--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/img_20260918_204849_3780.jpg?itok=qRj-1TrlSchool shooting in Philippines leaves 3 people deadA suspected student shooter in southern Philippines has killed two other students on campus, before turning the gun on himself. At least eight others are injured. The attack took place at Banga National High School in South Cotabato province in Mindanao. The suspect was allegedly a classmate of the victims. It is the third school shooting in four months in the Philippines. Jacob Lazaro reports from Metro Manila.

]]>2462026-09-18T20:51:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/d241e68a-6b62-4f97-b731-08f0ea9d13c9/441a3cec-afcc-40f2-b8d4-57f74d200d78/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/former-singapore-migrant-worker-who-survived-workplace-explosion-builds-school-in-bangladesh-6395046https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--_Uz_3fPK--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789735635-image.jpg?itok=9lyG0SveFormer Singapore migrant worker who survived workplace explosion builds school in BangladeshA workplace explosion in Singapore left former migrant worker Mohammad Ataur Rahman with third-degree burns to 73% of his body. 10 years on, he’s using the compensation he received to give children in Bangladesh the education he never had.

Rahman has built a school that can serve up to 400 children, with those who cannot afford the fees still able to attend. Now, he hopes to use part of the building as a training centre for aspiring migrant workers — teaching them English, workplace safety and job skills.

]]>1472026-09-18T20:44:59+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/18bcd949-46c8-4341-b01c-3d4122e39840/2375bf4c-952d-402c-bbbb-ae5773f22352/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/airasias-co-founder-pushes-back-against-talks-government-bailout-6394991https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--I5B8NnBJ--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789734433-image.jpg?itok=1-O_lE5sAirAsia shares are still under pressure after a 21 per cent plunge on Sep 17, after reports prompting concern over the health of its finances. AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has pushed back against media reports claiming that the low-cost carrier needs a government bailout. He also defended the airline's financial health, insisting the carrier remains resilient and that its expansion plans are firmly on track. Yasmin Jonkers reports.

]]>1542026-09-18T20:42:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/e2e9bf9b-6b31-476e-86ea-fb3566400f53/d4e511c9-1d4e-4066-9c12-79a3f252639f/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/conditional-pardon-malaysias-ex-pm-najib-razak-6394966https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--c5XJJKUn--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789734135-image.jpg?itok=stRPglXrThere has been a second royal pardon for Malaysia's former prime minister. This time, it gives Najib Razak permission to serve the rest of his sentence at home, provided he meets certain conditions. They include paying a fine of around US$12 million and complying with terms set by the Pardons Board. This particular case is linked to the abuse of power, breach of trust and money laundering involving SRC International, a former company under state fund 1MDB. CNA Senior Correspondent Melissa Goh reports from Kuala Lumpur.

]]>3252026-09-18T20:33:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/5bce9094-a377-438f-9855-fd42fa68aad5/a82e9996-8059-4e48-9a17-f22b09893737/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/china-has-manosphere-and-state-cracking-down-6394756https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--k0bkhIWI--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/china_feminism_-_cms.jpg?itok=VTKonU0p1062026-09-18T20:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/36e8919a-32c5-4d43-a3d7-d2f0723cf524/dec6f604-8c90-47e5-b843-a1a14f9db1b0/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/3-students-killed-in-philippine-school-shooting-including-suspected-gunman-6394841https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--UUzsIdMM--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789730834-image.jpg?itok=uvZfOC913 students killed in Philippine school shooting, including suspected gunmanAt least three students were killed and eight others injured in a shooting at Banga National High School in the southern Philippines on Friday (Sep 18), according to provincial officials. The dead include the suspected 16-year-old gunman, who reportedly turned the gun on himself. Four of the injured are in critical condition. This is the third deadly campus shooting reported in the Philippines since June.

]]>462026-09-18T19:28:24+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/4c0cd4b5-fe4f-49ed-a517-fe6b6996a856/dd17271c-6eba-4fdd-94b5-8924c0975fcd/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/ex-malaysian-pm-najib-serve-remaining-jail-term-home-if-he-pays-us1226-million-fine-6394501https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--1tDtldTq--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789723634-image.jpg?itok=c3GwsxcpEx-Malaysian PM Najib to serve remaining jail term at home if he pays US$12.26 million fineFormer Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been granted a conditional pardon by Malaysia’s King, allowing him to serve the rest of his jail term at home if he pays a RM50 million (US$12.26 million) fine. The legal affairs division of the Prime Minister’s Office announced the decision on Friday (Sep 18).

Najib, who is in Kajang Prison, is due to complete his sentence on Aug 23, 2028. A partial royal pardon in January 2024 halved his 12-year jail term and reduced his RM210 million fine to RM50 million.

]]>1112026-09-18T19:25:42+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/39e419d2-8a0a-4606-993a-c5d0a91d680a/121ac6d2-4fb9-4a7f-9959-189a3b028b09/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/alphabets-waymo-launch-driverless-ride-hailing-service-in-singapore-in-2028-6394001https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--wzzlR4re--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789708334-image.jpg?itok=wA1vi_-JWaymo, the autonomous driving company owned by Alphabet, will launch a fully driverless ride-hailing service in Singapore in 2028 — its first foray into Southeast Asia.

It announced on Friday (Sep 18) that it was partnering with the Ministry of Transport and Land Transport Authority to introduce an all-electric commercial ride-hailing service that commuters can book through its app.

While trains and buses remain the most efficient, affordable, reliable and environmentally friendly way to get around Singapore, Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said autonomous vehicles will add to the capacity of taxis and private-hire fleets and help fill some gaps.

]]>1362026-09-18T17:05:56+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/faf3de25-a27d-440d-8092-68af54780282/721ec820-1fd6-4c46-b0ad-d02ea8a20bac/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/why-more-singaporeans-are-learning-malay-6394446https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--VC6s25j---/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789721534-image.jpg?itok=tX9Ri_TWWhy more Singaporeans are learning Malay1052026-09-18T16:48:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/fe6998de-7fa1-4df4-af6d-09d62880e395/592ed24e-74ce-4551-9eb6-27a9a163e23c/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/hyrox-athlete-apologises-forfeits-win-after-viral-mid-race-bowel-incident-6394431https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--VewtV3xi--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789721236-image.jpg?itok=k-JPohX0Hyrox athlete apologises, forfeits win after viral mid-race bowel incident812026-09-18T16:46:26+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/903a07af-0f59-4846-b7ef-136cf2aa887f/c726ed6a-0e2d-4a1b-a38b-fee3aca28249/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/least-1-killed-amid-flooding-in-parts-spain-6394261https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--g7OFSnNI--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789716133-image.jpg?itok=S2mQTfoiAt least 1 killed amid flooding in parts of SpainTorrential rains battered Catalonia and Valencia on Wednesday (Sep 16), disrupting transport and flooding roads. A 48-year-old man was reportedly killed after his car was swept away by floodwaters.
Spain's weather agency issued a red warning for parts of Catalonia, where more than 90 litres of rain per square metre was recorded. But residents in Valencia complained that the weather alert was sent out too late.

]]>902026-09-18T15:38:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/60551c4a-f85e-40f7-a067-009fd8737a2a/f0ed5ed7-242e-4698-b28f-1020e9d33e0d/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/airasia-co-founder-dismisses-reports-financial-strain-malaysian-rival-airlines-taking-over-6393981https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--sm2vpHAd--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789707733-image.jpg?itok=D0JshNeWAirAsia co-founder dismisses reports of financial strain, Malaysian rival airlines taking over 1272026-09-18T14:37:06+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/dffead4e-cd26-4b00-b602-a8752e713c36/06383e2e-aaf9-4d40-9315-b7eb309d3268/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/cna-explains-why-ais-biggest-players-are-suddenly-calling-slowdown-6394096https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--SLsIzLRp--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789711035-image.jpg?itok=CX-HJTpUCNA Explains: Why AI’s biggest players are suddenly calling for a slowdown 1522026-09-18T14:25:49+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/ed3f80c3-f69f-4d66-832a-9bc2662a5f8e/f591b4a3-b7ce-427b-9549-6f26d8da5256/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/asia-first/fri-18-sep-2026-6393726https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--zrLJBqIv--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789705044-image.jpg?itok=qXcdl954Asia First - Fri 18 Sep 2026From the opening bell across markets in Southeast Asia and China, to the biggest business interviews and top financial stories, tune in to Asia First to kick-start your business day.

]]>89842026-09-18T13:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/b62cfb9d-c4e6-445b-bbc8-d56c1713787f/c6f8a845-4058-45fe-ad4c-679ec2efd589/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/deep-dive-debating-immigration-without-making-it-about-race-6393911https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--WJ_fuUjU--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789705034-image.jpg?itok=PLuIoKE0Deep Dive: Debating immigration without making it about racePeople can voice their discontent with Singapore’s immigration policies without attacking individuals based on their ethnicity, says Dr Mathew Mathews from the Institute of Policy Studies. With recent online controversies putting Singaporeans’ attitudes towards race and immigration in the spotlight, how can we have meaningful conversations about these complex issues without falling back on racism and stereotypes?

]]>682026-09-18T12:27:03+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/4fd66a11-99bd-40ec-86b2-39ce4d1e6981/0c4e94c3-aa78-4d0d-9667-36c70ef09bf2/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/how-solar-power-transformed-slum-school-6393831https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--c6XFTfg9--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789703234-image.jpg?itok=BH6OYU36How solar power transformed this slum school662026-09-18T12:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/1c95d79c-9588-4482-b95c-1dd69226dbe8/d6acb23c-36b7-44d2-bea1-1149933cb3f2/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/batman-spotted-top-sydney-opera-house-6393626https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--8eBfTWDF--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789696033-image.jpg?itok=jbSqUAav‘Batman’ spotted on top of Sydney Opera House 162026-09-18T09:57:50+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/a78e75fe-09d1-4824-8a98-5accf424d751/589f383d-f45b-4405-ba33-9de472173af4/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapore-tonight/thu-17-sep-2026-6393711https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--oiayORvA--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789700833-image.jpg?itok=HIonkKJHSingapore Tonight - Thu 17 Sep 2026From business to politics, health to technology, we bring you up-to-date with the latest news on Singapore and analyze how these events may affect you tomorrow.

]]>29262026-09-18T00:30:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/a861d962-4b44-4ab7-8b92-1bdd5419f23b/5e2a0339-c582-4971-91ba-7c3a5dcde9bc/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/none-luxury-units-seized-s3-billion-money-laundering-case-sold-in-first-auction-6392661https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--j_oubfnO--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/1789658536-image.jpg?itok=pnelQ-NTNone of the luxury units seized from S$3 billion money laundering case sold in first auctionSeven luxury units seized from a S$3 billion money laundering case were put up for auction on Thursday (Sep 17).

Despite drawing 65 bidders, none of the units - six residential units and a Grade A office unit - were sold.

CNA's Sabrina Ng reports on what took place in the auction room.

]]>1032026-09-17T23:32:02+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/9737b795-f652-48ec-88e4-cf686144a9e4/b6967f41-10b5-4794-8a90-71937426154a/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/cna-investigates-case-sees-rise-in-complaints-relating-pre-owned-cars-6392631https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--TT9f82_---/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917cars_0.jpg?itok=IzItF2qVCNA Investigates: CASE sees rise in complaints relating to pre-owned carsBuying a used car can save you some money. But how much do you really know about the car you are driving away with? According to Singapore's consumer watchdog CASE, there has been an increase in complaints related to pre-owned cars or used cars. There were 424 complaints in 2025 and 163 in the first eight months of this year — up 116 over the same period last year. Buyers have complained about repeated breakdowns, dealers not honouring warranties, and misleading claims about the condition of cars. One issue that keeps coming up is mileage tampering. Nadirah Zaidi reports.

]]>9862026-09-17T23:27:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/21f04267-8121-49ef-bef2-31e45b9fd96f/75edea1d-d379-479a-a7a0-d2f7e09c1638/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/indonesias-army-chief-militarys-role-in-local-communities-6391901https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--dkHJtlFc--/c_crop,h_899,w_1599,x_220,y_31/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/indonesia-army-simanjuntak_.jpg?itok=2Fdy83TQIndonesia’s army chief on the military’s role in local communitiesIn an exclusive interview with CNA, General Maruli Simanjuntak explains how the military's efforts such as building bridges and digging wells fit into Indonesia's defence philosophy. He also discusses the military’s outreach to local communities, including steps to discourage the use of fires to clear land for farming and plantations.

]]>1222026-09-17T23:19:40+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/ac4f31cf-64df-442b-9c17-194f945f8992/afa3c34d-2c40-4f5e-9ba6-99b60554a2ba/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/asian-games-athletes-who-could-be-standing-in-way-team-singapores-medal-hunt-6392636https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--UzEBM6RQ--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/1789657937-image.jpg?itok=DnC_J8R3More than 300 athletes across 27 sports will be flying Singapore's flag high at the Asian Games in Japan's Nagoya. Despite no specific medal targets set, the nation is eyeing podium finishes in athletics, swimming and sailing. Nadine Yeam takes a look at Team Singapore's brightest medal hopefuls and the competitors standing in their way.

]]>2302026-09-17T23:16:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/e7d2d903-4e3b-4795-befb-a88ba3def53d/cd21bee0-f17d-4834-85e7-c00592ca86be/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/no-units-sold-first-auction-luxury-properties-seized-in-s3b-money-laundering-case-6392626https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--aPTVlFLC--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917auction.jpg?itok=8riR_C0JNo units sold at first auction for luxury properties seized in S$3b money laundering caseNone of the seven properties linked to Singapore's S$3 billion money laundering case were sold at auction today. Four did not attract bids, while offers for the other three were below the minimum acceptable prices. The seven properties, with guide prices ranging from S$3.7 million to S$11.5 million, are among the first properties forfeited in the case to go under the hammer. More properties forfeited are set to go under the hammer next Wednesday. They include eight residential units and a four-storey factory, with guide prices ranging from about S$3.6 million to more than S$25 million. Sabrina Ng reports.

]]>1912026-09-17T23:12:55+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/9a7e8b62-dfa8-4d12-82ae-49998ff21776/663a702f-f76c-4df4-88f7-9c2b1e0053c4/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/singapores-key-exports-surge-462-year-in-august-amid-strong-ai-demand-6392556https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--0bA6DHkV--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917nodx.png?itok=B28clPqjSingapore’s key exports surged 46.2% on-year in August, driven by strong AI demand and a boost from last year's low base. It also beat analyst estimates as growth continued for the 12th consecutive month. Electronic exports continued to be the main driver of non-oil domestic exports, rising more than 131% last month. Non-electronic exports also grew 12%, reversing July's decline.

]]>4272026-09-17T23:06:59+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/d2577b87-5fc3-4bc2-898b-29eed5be9c71/d11887fe-177a-478b-a6a2-f404e8898d2b/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/inter-agency-task-force-proposes-fee-caps-all-disability-services-6392551https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--k5fqjvsl--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917pwd.png?itok=c6TlTDh0Inter-agency task force proposes fee caps for all disability servicesThe majority of families caring for persons with disabilities (PWDs) could see their fees for support services fall, some by as much as 80%. The threshold for means-tested subsidies will rise from a per capita monthly household income of S$4,800 to around S$6,000. This comes under new recommendations aimed at making care more affordable and accessible. The first set of recommendations by an inter-agency task force include fee caps, higher subsidies and more places at activity centres. The full set of proposals is due by early October. Around 5,000 PWDs are expected to benefit by 2030. Sherlyn Seah reports.

]]>1992026-09-17T23:01:41+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/bc25b4a1-5b57-487f-aed8-51ba5b8c6cf1/4c1d5570-70f6-4e70-bbf9-a3d990d19aa2/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/north-south-corridor-delayed-two-years-will-open-in-phases-2029-6392526https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--MhdiVDnf--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917nsc.png?itok=AcciSjTPNorth-South Corridor delayed by two years, will open in phases from 2029The North-South Corridor, which was set to open in phases from 2027, will be delayed by two years. The viaduct from Admiralty to Lentor and the tunnel from Lentor to East Coast will open in phases from 2029 and 2031 respectively. Authorities said the delay is caused by complex engineering works and challenging ground conditions. The Land Transport Authority said the additional monetary cost to the project, including who bears the costs, will only be finalised upon the project's completion. Around S$7.4 billion of construction contracts have been awarded. Natalie Ong reports.

]]>1912026-09-17T22:56:58+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/6464c436-687f-4bf3-9f72-2aa3fa09191e/f2e41cfd-3fe8-49ea-ad9a-c07d82ab98fa/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/new-sg-ai-xchange-platform-allows-firms-share-lessons-adopting-scaling-ai-6392521https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--iVMdjkFo--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917aixchange.png?itok=3_LBXrWONew SG AI Xchange platform allows firms to share lessons on adopting, scaling AINearly 100 dedicated in-house AI teams have been set up by companies in Singapore since 2024. Known as AI Centres of Excellence, they develop customised solutions, create high-value jobs and deepen AI expertise. The Economic Development Board says the aim is to build up Singapore's wider AI ecosystem, connecting global players with local companies, talent and researchers. A new platform, SG AI Xchange, is bringing companies together to share what they've learnt about adopting AI. Beatrice Yap reports.

]]>1692026-09-17T22:52:35+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/ee4ecd72-bc57-46a2-b842-6400cca739c6/9dae0163-8381-4c27-8654-f77424641892/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/asia-tonight/thu-17-sep-2026-6393731https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--y8jSEiCA--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789702037-image.jpg?itok=RmGtY8qXAsia Tonight - Thu 17 Sep 2026News and views from around the region, delivered with uniquely Asian perspectives.

]]>28402026-09-17T22:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/257c79de-43c6-451b-a8be-6a2704d348fd/51e8c603-da33-4773-b6d2-22655830a8f4/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/insight-20262027/chinas-gender-divide-and-baby-bust-6391451https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--XgviamuE--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/insight-2026-ep16_clean.jpg?itok=xbuejNuxInsight 2026/2027 - China’s Gender Divide and Baby BustChina wants more marriages and babies. But as its population shrinks, tensions over marriage, motherhood and feminism are exposing a growing divide between young men and women.

]]>27672026-09-17T22:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/4c767a93-9df0-43a0-a7ce-12322b4a4945/d0b46d71-3464-4e0d-bf1f-5c8a1ec67e57/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/canada-pm-carney-welcomes-eus-associate-member-idea-despite-trump-threats-6392326https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--i2RNszI1--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/1789650141-image.jpg?itok=5BTkUIdeCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed the European Union's pitch to make Ottawa its first "associate member", brushing off threats and ridicule from US President Donald Trump. Addressing the EU parliament, he stressed the importance of alliances and cooperation, while warning that no one should "dictate" who Canada signs agreements with. William Denselow reports from Brussels.

]]>2722026-09-17T21:30:04+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/c2530121-2ed5-4053-a292-ba5b433998b4/28c3aa5b-3be8-4e1e-8273-c7211dcfdf69/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/australia-tightens-visa-rules-students-backpackers-part-migration-crackdown-6392321https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--aQiKrCJZ--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/1789650136-image.jpg?itok=6kEA9NRsAustralia tightens visa rules for students, backpackers as part of migration crackdownAustralia is tightening student and backpacker visa rules, as the government moves to bring down migration levels. Foreign students can no longer bring in partners and their children while studying, although the new rules will not apply to PhD students from Pacific and ASEAN countries. The changes come amid growing concerns over pressure on housing and infrastructure, as well as calls from the right-wing party, One Nation, for much deeper migration cuts. Overseas students contribute more than A$50 billion a year to Australia's economy, while the disappearance of thousands of short-term visa holders could lead to losses of millions of dollars in spending. Roger Maynard reports from Sydney.

]]>2282026-09-17T21:24:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/e0152891-555c-4c68-82e7-ffe185b91538/6145d6df-3be8-427e-b8b9-41cbf96d5261/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/xiangshan-forum-tsinghua-senior-fellow-zhou-bo-us-china-ties-6392331https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--JQdlE7sD--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917zhoubo.png?itok=g9brBvjyXiangshan Forum: Tsinghua senior fellow Zhou Bo on US-China tiesDelegates at the Xiangshan Forum in China have voiced concerns over unchecked AI. They say governments are being forced to act faster amid diminished public trust. Mr Zhou Bo, a senior fellow at the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University discussed more about the "fundamental" US-China relationship and the rise of China.

]]>4502026-09-17T21:18:01+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/50ccd02b-ba8b-4395-bcb0-d5e717ec8267/41844330-df52-48d3-a94d-fcfc332502d6/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/gastech-2026-thailand-looking-speed-up-energy-transition-says-minister-akanat-6392271https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--Sw0a8fu---/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917promphan.jpg?itok=qZXi_ZIEGastech 2026: Thailand looking to speed up energy transition, says minister AkanatWith energy security in focus, Thailand is looking to reduce its reliance on imported liquefied natural gas, even as it seeks to become an LNG gateway for Southeast Asia. CNA Correspondent Saksith Saiyasombut spoke to Thai Energy Minister Akanat Promphan at Gastech 2026 in Bangkok on how the government plans to balance those ambitions.

]]>2042026-09-17T21:06:21+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/26f63745-c932-4c9f-a1d7-543efa1d3919/c88362d0-38cb-49b9-84a0-f210d23d58db/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/indias-tata-sons-board-backs-ipo-reappointment-chairman-chandrasekaran-6392256https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--vuJ1HKq7--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0916tata.png?itok=4UzNyJlLThe board of India's Tata Sons has approved a public listing for the company, after it renewed the appointment of Chairman N Chandrasekaran for another five-year term. Meanwhile, India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) opened subscription for its US$2.3 billion IPO today, in what would be one of the biggest public listings in the country ever. The issue was subscribed 36% today and is expected to start trading on the BSE next week. The NSE is India's biggest stock exchange in trading volume and revenue. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

]]>2952026-09-17T21:00:12+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/4cd69e54-e7cf-45a9-997d-ad3af49b1f53/aa0492ce-24b1-4899-843a-ce6646e56a1a/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/india-warns-new-us-tariffs-over-russian-oil-could-affect-bilateral-ties-6392261https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--xkfSGP3C--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/0917russianoil.png?itok=9K9UWw9jIndia warns new US tariffs over Russian oil could affect bilateral tiesNew Delhi has warned that ties with Washington could be tested, after US lawmakers passed a bill allowing for stiff tariffs if Indian refiners buy Russian crude. New legislation would give President Donald Trump the power to slap tariffs of up to 100% on major Russian oil buyers, including China and India. New Delhi has pledged to use all measures to protect its economy, while maintaining energy security and diversifying its oil supplies. Neha Poonia reports from New Delhi.

]]>3132026-09-17T20:49:15+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/0d348122-b734-4fbe-ac68-ff0624da5894/d3400060-93ca-430f-acf6-ebd69ff4c4ff/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/shorts/solar-cut-their-bill-90-changed-their-daily-routine-6392161https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--c1E00F7A--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/1789646234-image.jpg?itok=w_B2CPGZSolar cut their bill by 90% — but changed their daily routine972026-09-17T20:02:29+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057984932001/48bd02f9-21bf-4994-a860-336707483393/efec8b9a-60f0-43ba-b6bf-dad380c60155/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/east-asia-tonight/thu-17-sep-2026-6393756https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--xRGiJfdz--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/18/1789702633-image.jpg?itok=LL8WgLccEast Asia Tonight - Thu 17 Sep 2026Spotlight on East Asia, a region steeped in history and now helping to write the future of our world. We'll break down the key stories and explain why they matter.

]]>29992026-09-17T20:00:00+08:00https://mediacorp-videosbc.akamaized.net/media/v1/pmp4/static/clear/6057994443001/41a3db5b-5050-437c-8555-5e914df35880/2752ed86-e3e6-4093-8bbd-609e6f2871b8/main.mp4https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/cna-correspondent-podcast/why-haze-has-southeast-asia-in-chokehold-6392051https://dam.mediacorp.sg/image/upload/s--DDiVHPOa--/c_fill,g_auto,h_281,w_500/f_auto,q_auto/v1/mediacorp/cna/image/2026/09/17/1789643538-image.jpg?itok=V-ix8JYJCNA Correspondent Podcast - Why haze has Southeast Asia in a chokeholdIndonesia has warned that its wildfires may last until early November, with the haze expected to keep air quality in parts of the region in the unhealthy range. As the country combats stubborn peat fires that can smoulder underground and flare up again, Malaysia is battling blazes of its own, while Singapore and other nations cope with the fallout. After decades of transboundary haze, why is Southeast Asia still struggling with the same problem? CNA Senior Correspondents Saifulbahri Ismail and Melissa Goh report from Indonesia and Malaysia on the people fighting the fires, communities living dangerously close to them and the wildlife at risk as the haze takes hold.

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