CNA - Channel News Asia (Unofficial)

Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis adapt Scarpetta book series for TV - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/scarpetta-prime-video-nicole-kidman-jamie-lee-curtis-5984821

Oil prices fall as WSJ says IEA proposes largest oil stock release ever TOKYO, March 11 : Oil prices dropped on Wednesday after the Wall Street Journal reported the International Energy Agency has proposed the largest release of oil reserves in its history to bring down crude prices that have soared amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran.Brent futures were trading down 23 cents, or 0

Oil prices fall as WSJ says IEA proposes largest oil stock release ever - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/oil-prices-fall-wsj-says-iea-proposes-largest-oil-stock-release-ever-5985401

Japan's wholesale inflation slows but weak yen lifts import costs TOKYO, March 11 : Japan's annual wholesale prices rose 2.0 per cent in February, data showed on Wednesday, slowing for the third straight month in a sign of easing cost pressure for companies.But the yen-based import price index rose 2.8 per cent in February from a year earlier, accelerating from a revised 0.

Japan's wholesale inflation slows but weak yen lifts import costs - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/japans-wholesale-inflation-slows-weak-yen-lifts-import-costs-5985396

A Florida woman has been charged in a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home Ivanna Lisette Ortiz was ordered held on US$1.8 million (S$2.29 million) bail.

A Florida woman has been charged in a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/rihanna-home-shooting-woman-charged-5985261

A Florida woman has been charged in a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/rihanna-home-shooting-woman-charged-5985261

'We can't be thankful enough': First RSAF evacuation flight from Saudi Arabia arrives in Singapore More than 200 Singaporeans and their dependents arrived at Changi Airport on Wednesday morning.

'We can't be thankful enough': First RSAF evacuation flight from Saudi Arabia arrives in Singapore - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/rsaf-military-evacuation-flight-saudi-arabia-changi-middle-east-war-5985221

Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs Israel, which kept up strikes targeting Hezbollah despite a 2024 ceasefire, has since launched attacks across Lebanon and sent ground troops into border areas.

Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-launches-strikes-beirut-southern-suburbs-lebanon-iran-war-5985346

'We can't be thankful enough': First RSAF evacuation flight from Saudi Arabia arrives in Singapore SINGAPORE: More than 200 Singaporeans and their dependents on the first military evacuation flight from Saudi Arabia were greeted by joyous family members with tears and tight hugs as they touched down in Singapore on Wednesday (Mar 11).The Republic of Singapore Air Force A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRT

'We can't be thankful enough': First RSAF evacuation flight from Saudi Arabia arrives in Singapore - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/rsaf-military-evacuation-flight-saudi-arabia-changi-middle-east-war-5985221

Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs BEIRUT: Israel staged new attacks on Beirut's southern suburbs on Wednesday (Mar 11), Lebanese state media reported, with the Israeli army saying it was again targeting the Iran-backed Hezbollah group.Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when Hezbollah attacked Israel in response to the killin

Israel launches new strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-launches-strikes-beirut-southern-suburbs-lebanon-iran-war-5985346

Early substitution of keeper Kinsky necessary, says Spurs boss Tudor MADRID, March 10 : Tottenham Hotspur's substitution of goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky was necessary to preserve the player, coach Igor Tudor said after Atletico Madrid thrashed his side 5-2 in the first leg of the Champions League last-16 tie at the Metropolitano Stadium. The Croatian coach replaced the visibly di

Early substitution of keeper Kinsky necessary, says Spurs boss Tudor - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/early-substitution-keeper-kinsky-necessary-says-spurs-boss-tudor-5985341

US oil prices up nearly $3 as Middle East crisis constrains supply TOKYO, March 11 : U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices rose by $2.90 per barrel, or 3.5 per cent, to $86.33 in early trade on Wednesday as supplies from the Gulf remain constrained amid the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran.Brent futures start trading at 0100 GMT. WTI rebounded after both contracts plunge

US oil prices up nearly $3 as Middle East crisis constrains supply - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/us-oil-prices-up-nearly-3-middle-east-crisis-constrains-supply-5985321

Iran's new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards DUBAI: Iran's Revolutionary Guards forced through the choice of Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader, seeing him as a more pliant version of his father who would back their hardline policies, blud

Iran's new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-new-supreme-leader-mojtaba-khamenei-revolutionary-guards-5985156

Pregnancy isn’t just a medical journey – why some mums seek holistic support beyond check-ups Medical check-ups may reassure expectant mums that their babies are growing well, but many still struggle with back pain, swelling and anxiety. Holistic care and community support can help them cope with these changes more confidently.

Pregnancy isn’t just a medical journey – why some mums seek holistic support beyond check-ups - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/women/pregnancy-back-pain-anxiety-holistic-care-5976416

ChatGPT, other AI chatbots approved for official use in US Senate, NYT reports March 10 : ChatGPT and two other artificial intelligence chatbots have been approved for official use in the U.S. Senate, the New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a memo.Aides could use Google's Gemini chat, OpenAI's ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, all of which are already integrated into Senate platforms

ChatGPT, other AI chatbots approved for official use in US Senate, NYT reports - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/chatgpt-other-ai-chatbots-approved-official-use-in-us-senate-nyt-reports-5985271

US Navy tells shipping industry Hormuz escorts not possible for now Shipping along the narrow strait has all but halted since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran more than a week ago.

US Navy tells shipping industry Hormuz escorts not possible for now - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-war-strait-hormuz-us-navy-escort-trump-oil-shipping-5985031

US Navy tells shipping industry Hormuz escorts not possible for now Shipping along the narrow strait has all but halted since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran more than a week ago.

US Navy tells shipping industry Hormuz escorts not possible for now - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-war-strait-hormuz-us-navy-escort-trump-oil-shipping-5985031

Atletico punish Tottenham errors in 5-2 Champions League rout MADRID, March 10 : Atletico Madrid tore Tottenham Hotspur apart in a stunning first-half blitz on Tuesday, powering to a 5-2 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie and leaving the Premier League side with a mountain to climb in London.The visitors' 22-year-old goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky

Atletico punish Tottenham errors in 5-2 Champions League rout - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/atletico-punish-tottenham-errors-in-5-2-champions-league-rout-5985236

Bayern hit Atalanta for six in Bergamo masterclass BERGAMO, Italy, March 10 : Bayern Munich dismantled Atalanta 6-1 in a dominant Champions League last-16 first-leg performance on Tuesday, seizing control from the outset in Bergamo.The visitors surged into a three-goal lead within the opening 25 minutes, leaving the home side struggling to gain any sort of f

Bayern hit Atalanta for six in Bergamo masterclass - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/bayern-hit-atalanta-six-in-bergamo-masterclass-5985231

Microsoft files amicus brief in support of Anthropic's lawsuit with US DOD March 10 : Microsoft filed on Tuesday a proposed brief in support of Anthropic's lawsuit asking the court to temporarily block the U.S. Department of Defense's designation of the AI startup as a supply-chain risk.Microsoft added that it was directly impacted by the DOD's designation.The Claude maker ha

Microsoft files amicus brief in support of Anthropic's lawsuit with US DOD - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/microsoft-files-amicus-brief-in-support-anthropics-lawsuit-us-dod-5985211

Heartbreak for Newcastle as Yamal's late penalty rescues draw for Barca NEWCASTLE, England, March 10 : Barcelona's Lamine Yamal struck from the penalty spot with the final kick of the game to salvage a 1-1 draw with Newcastle United in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Tuesday, cancelling out a late strike from Harvey Barnes.Newcastle appeared set to take a s

Heartbreak for Newcastle as Yamal's late penalty rescues draw for Barca - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/heartbreak-newcastle-yamals-late-penalty-rescues-draw-barca-5985216

'You wouldn't put your children in the cargo hold': Inside Singapore's first airline for pets One passenger paid just over US$30,000 for a one-way flight for two people and four cats from Singapore to Hong Kong.

'You wouldn't put your children in the cargo hold': Inside Singapore's first airline for pets - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapaw-air-pets-flight-private-plane-airline-5981701

IN FOCUS: Why have Malaysia’s homes remained ‘seriously unaffordable’ for a decade and counting? In 2024, Malaysia’s median house price was more than four times its median annual household income. To reverse this, the government, developers and financial institutions must all play their part, analysts say.

IN FOCUS: Why have Malaysia’s homes remained ‘seriously unaffordable’ for a decade and counting? - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-house-price-affordable-developer-wage-5980991

Nurses beyond borders: How UK visa changes are putting a strain on healthcare staff numbers About one-fifth of the UK’s National Health Service workforce was born abroad, but tighter entry requirements may change that. In the third of a four-part series on the global nursing shortage, CNA looks at how that has shaped overseas nurses’ lives.

Nurses beyond borders: How UK visa changes are putting a strain on healthcare staff numbers - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/nurses-beyond-borders-uk-united-kingdom-visa-changes-overseas-staff-5983526

Commentary: The global narrative is shifting in favour of China – don’t misread it The shifting narrative in favour of China has more to do with anger over US President Donald Trump’s disruptive policies, says former SCMP editor-in-chief Wang Xiangwei.

Commentary: The global narrative is shifting in favour of China – don’t misread it - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/china-us-winning-trade-war-ai-race-global-role-5983841

Commentary: Singapore must continue to shape its own destiny amid deepening conflicts abroad Though Singapore has limited ability to influence international affairs, its actions are keenly watched by investors and other countries, says strategic consultancy managing director Nicholas Fang.

Commentary: Singapore must continue to shape its own destiny amid deepening conflicts abroad - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/iran-war-middle-east-energy-singapore-foreign-policy-5983831

Commentary: What TikTok and Huawei can teach Anthropic Anthropic has been labelled a supply chain risk by Washington but that's not exactly a death knell, says Catherine Thorbecke for Bloomberg Opinion.

Commentary: What TikTok and Huawei can teach Anthropic - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/anthropic-supply-chain-risk-claude-tiktok-huawei-ai-5983756

Telling time without the hour hand – the modern allure of jumping hour watches Often described as mechanical digital time, jumping hours show the hour through an aperture – then switch the numeral instantly at each full hour.

Telling time without the hour hand – the modern allure of jumping hour watches - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/best-jumping-hour-watches-audemars-piguet-louis-vuitton-jlc-chanel-5981116

Telling time without the hour hand – the modern allure of jumping hour watches Often described as mechanical digital time, jumping hours show the hour through an aperture – then switch the numeral instantly at each full hour.

Telling time without the hour hand – the modern allure of jumping hour watches - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/best-jumping-hour-watches-audemars-piguet-louis-vuitton-jlc-chanel-5981116

Inside Louis Vuitton’s Louvre mountain: Folklore goes high fashion at Paris Fashion Week Mountains, myths and a little mischief: Louis Vuitton’s Louvre spectacle turned folklore into fashion theatre.

Inside Louis Vuitton’s Louvre mountain: Folklore goes high fashion at Paris Fashion Week - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/louis-vuitton-fall-winter-2026-paris-fashion-week-5984956

Tottenham sub goalkeeper Kinsky in 17th minute after Atletico score three MADRID, March 10 : Tottenham Hotspur replaced goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky in the 17th minute of their Champions League last-16 first leg clash with Atletico Madrid on Tuesday after the Czech goalkeeper conceded three goals inside the opening 15 minutes.The 22-year-old endured a difficult night after manager Igo

Tottenham sub goalkeeper Kinsky in 17th minute after Atletico score three - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/tottenham-sub-goalkeeper-kinsky-in-17th-minute-after-atletico-score-three-5985161