Thailand is working to help dial down tensions in Myanmar by engaging with Myanmar's military regime as well as ethnic armed groups. Clashes between both sides have shown no signs of easing. A high-level delegation is visiting the Thai-Myanmar border town of Mae Sot to assess the increasingly tense situation. Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-nukara has visited the region twice in less than two weeks. He was joined by Thailand's interior and defence ministers. May Wong reports from Mae Sot.

Ten people have died after two Malaysian navy helicopters collided in mid-air during training. Seven choppers were participating for a fly pass in conjunction with the Malaysian navy's 90th anniversary in the state of Perak this morning. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the crash. It has been revealed that one of the helicopters, AW139, only joined the rehearsal for the first time this morning. The navy's 90th anniversary celebration slated for this Friday has been cancelled, and a mass prayer will be held instead. Melissa Goh reports.

Young jobseekers are facing tough times amid increasing global complexities and uncertainty. CNA's investigates the challenges plaguing the job market in East Asia.

Officials in California have approved plans to allow treated wastewater to be used in the drinking water supply. It is part of broader conservation efforts, as America’s most populous state has been wrestling with increasingly extreme droughts in recent years. CNA’s Ira Spitzer reports. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

10 people on board two Mayalsia naval helicopters died after their choppers collided mid-air over a naval base in Lumut, Perak on Tuesday (Apr 23). They were in rehearsals for Malaysia's 90th Navy Day parade. More details: https://cna.asia/3xKFRHY

The government recently announced a S$4000 SkillsFuture credit top-up for Singaporeans aged 40 and above. While this is good news for those keen on upskilling themselves, others may not know where to start. Peggy Lim, director of the Public Engagement Division at SkillsFuture Singapore, guides the way on this week’s Money Talks.   This episode was done in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, in support of Budget 2024.  0:00 Intro 00:30 News you can use: Trade disruptions, anti-scam measures 04:52 Starting your SkillsFuture journey 10:05 How to pick a course 11:47 Personal interests or career upgrade? 15:22 Know what’s in demand in the job market 18:12 Hone both your technical and soft skills Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

Fossils formed more than 20 million years ago are helping to save some of Australia’s endangered species from the effects of climate change. In what’s become known as paleoconservation, scientists have discovered that the distant past could provide important clues for the long-term survival of animals on the brink of extinction. Roger Maynard reports.

From sticky inflation and high interest rates to bank failures and recession chatters, it has been a rough few years for investors. Many have been seeking shelter in safe haven assets. But why is gold a top choice for them? CNA’s Olivia Marzuki explains. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

A Randstad survey of almost 760 respondents aged between 18 and 67 has found work flexibility -- in terms of hours and location -- to be a critical deciding factor for jobseekers in Singapore. It found that two in five would not accept a job that is too inflexible. Some 95% placed work-life balance at a higher priority than pay, in terms of importance of current and future jobs. Firms that aren't going green or improving diversity and inclusivity may also find it difficult to attract millennials and Gen Zs. Ms Archana Srinivasan from the Institute for Human Resource Professionals discussed the findings.

Temasek Junior College said it is in touch with the family of its student, who died in a multi-vehicle accident at the junction of Tampines Avenue 1 and Avenue 4 this morning. 17-year-old Afifah Munirah, who was a passenger in her father's car, was one of two persons killed during the crash. The other victim is a 57-year-old woman, who was a passenger in another vehicle. Authorities told CNA that the incident involved four cars, a van and a mini bus. A 42-year-old car driver is assisting with police investigations.

Efforts by the National University Health System to cut energy use last year saved enough electricity to power almost 14,000 four-room HDB flats for a year. NUHS said the carbon footprint it reduced is akin to planting more than 360,000 tree seedlings for 10 years. The group revealed this at the inaugural Healthcare Sustainability Symposium, where it also showcased its sustainability efforts. NUHS said it has already invested S$10 million into sustainability efforts across its four hospitals and seven polyclinics.

The first community node along the southern part of the Rail Corridor is now open. Located in Buona Vista, it offers workers and residents new spaces for sports and play, as well as community and cultural events. It is the fourth node along the trail that's up and running, with at least three other sites in the works. The public is now invited to submit ideas on what the historic Tanjong Pagar Railway Station should look like, and the possible uses of the premises. Nicolas Ng reports.

Japan is known for its unforgiving work culture -- characterised by long hours, obligatory drinking parties and a rigid hierarchy. Some 9% of workers in the country put in more than 60 hours a week in 2022. But a post-pandemic reset and shifting attitudes among the younger generation are slowly driving change. Japanese youth remain some of the unhappiest among developed countries, ranking 73rd in the latest World Happiness Report. CNA's Michiyo Ishida follows one young worker to find out more about this generational shift.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of making Islamophobic comments during a rally, triggering widespread anger from Muslims and members of the opposition. Mr Modi said if the opposition Congress is voted back into power, it would distribute citizens' wealth among what he called "infiltrators" and "those who have more children", explicitly referring to Muslims in India. The world's most-populous nation is in the midst of a six-week long election, in which Mr Modi is expected to secure a rare third consecutive term. Priyata Brajabasi reports from New Delhi.

Singapore's new Invincible-class submarine, named Inimitable, has been launched in the German city of Kiel. It is the last of four customised submarines specially designed for the country. The 70m-long Invincible-class submarines are meant to replace their ageing Challenger- and Archer-class counterparts, which were built more than 40 years ago. At the launch event, Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean said Singapore needs steadfast and reliable partners around the world to tackle shared challenges, such as protecting the global maritime commons. Sabrina Ng reports.

The US and the Philippines launched the largest and most expensive iteration of their annual joint military exercises today. More than 16,000 Filipino and American soldiers are taking part in the drills dubbed Balikatan, or "shoulder to shoulder". This comes a little more than a week after the historic trilateral summit between the US, Philippines and Japan. China has accused the Philippines of stoking tensions through Balikatan exercises, but officials have insisted that the exercises are inclusive. Buena Bernal reports.

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is scheduled to visit the Thai-Myanmar border town of Mae Sot tomorrow, amid fresh clashes between Myanmar forces and armed ethnic groups in the region. The latest violence has been centred in the town of Myawaddy in Myanmar, which shares the border with Mae Sot. The Thai district police chief has estimated that at least a thousand people have fled into Thailand due to the conflict. Thailand has crafted short- and long-term plans to ensure it can respond promptly to emergent situations. May Wong reports from Mae Sot.

Protests erupted in Jakarta, after Indonesia's Constitutional Court rejected challenges to the country's presidential election result, clearing the path for Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto to take office in October. The two losing candidate pairs had sought disqualification of Mr Prabowo and his running mate, as well as a re-run of the election. But, the court's decision -- which is final and binding -- puts an end to all election disputes. The court also asked legislators to improve election laws, especially regarding campaigns. Chandni Vatvani reports.

Liquidators are seeing more construction companies going under, with numbers higher than pre-pandemic levels. Insiders say that the sector is still reeling from the aftermath of COVID-19 and a slump in overseas investments, on top of dealing with higher labour and material costs. CNA’s Nasyrah Abdul Rohim reports. Read more: https://cna.asia/4aWDmRe Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia

More young children with developmental delays may soon be able to receive early intervention support in preschools and at home. Some centres offering the service hope to increase collaboration with educators and parents to conduct sessions in these more familiar settings. It comes as demand for early intervention services continues to outpace supply, stretching wait lists for enrolment into years. CNA’s Chloe Teo reports. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia