The war for talent is heating up all across East Asia. And it's not just skilled workers that are in short supply.

Mr Lawrence Wong will be taking over as Singapore's Prime Minister on May 15. The current Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister will become the country's fourth Prime Minister, following in the footsteps of Mr Lee Hsien Loong, who took office in 2004. More details: https://cna.asia/3U1ORQn 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

Mr Lawrence Wong will become Singapore's Prime Minister on May 15, taking over from Mr Lee Hsien Loong, who took office in 2004.

Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will step down from his position on May 15, handing the reins to current Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong. Mr Wong says he is honoured to be asked to undertake the new responsibility and pledged to give his all. Read more: https://cna.asia/3U1ORQn 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

Industry players say that shipping costs are expected to go up amid recent developments in the Middle East, with Iran launching an attack of missiles and drones against Israel on Apr 13. Escalating tensions could also push gold prices up further. Meanwhile, Dr James Dorsey, adjunct senior fellow from Singapore’s S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, said an Iran-Israel war could further threaten peace and security, and governments will be looking at how to respond to a variety of scenarios. CNA's Alif Amsyar and Nadirah Zaidi report. 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

Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong released a video statement on Monday (Apr 15), after it was announced that he would take over as Prime Minister from PM Lee Hsien Loong on May 15. "I accept this responsibility with humility and a deep sense of duty," he said. "Every ounce of my energy shall be devoted to the service of our country and our people." (Video: Lawrence Wong/Facebook) READ: https://cna.asia/3U1ORQn Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.aia/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 new regulation limiting the use of light e-vehicles in Metro Manila's major roads is raising concerns that transport options in the capital region will further narrow down. As urban heat intensifies in the Philippines, advocates are urging the government to prioritise greener options, and provide tax incentives to light e-vehicle owners. CNA's Buena Bernal reports.

Homeowners in Singapore will have to pay higher mortgage rates for a little longer, said some market watchers. Currently, mortgage rates can be as high as above 4 per cent. An expected percentage point dip in interest rates is now likely to only take place at the end of next year, instead of this year. This comes as the United States Federal Reserve is cutting interest rates more slowly than expected, as inflation remains high. CNA’s Rebecca Metteo 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

Iran fired hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel on Saturday (Apr 13), in retaliation for what it called an Israeli strike on its Damascus consulate on Apr 1.

The first of former United States president Donald Trump’s four criminal cases is set to go to trial in New York City on Monday (Apr 15). He faces 34 counts of falsifying business records tied to allegations that he paid hush money to a porn star ahead of the 2016 presidential election. CNA's William Denselow looks ahead to the trial.

K-idol Cha Eun-woo was in Singapore for his first solo fan concert Just One 10 Minute [Mystery Elevator] on Apr 13. CNA Lifestyle sat down with the ASTRO boy band member before the show under the Viu Scream Dates series for a little chat about his Mystery Elevator tour and his TV shows. (Video: Joyee Koo, Penny Wong) Read more: https://cna.asia/4az9YAm #ChaEunwoo #Astro #Kpop 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

Setting work goals and reviewing them at the end of the year are important milestones for your career progression. What do bosses look for when conducting a performance review? How can you better prepare so that you’ll get constructive feedback from your employer? In the first episode of the new season of Work It, career counsellor Gerald Tan dishes out some useful tips while host Tiffany Ang puts her supervisor in the hot seat. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched its election manifesto a week before the country goes to the polls. The BJP is promising to empower women, youth and the poor as it seeks a third term in power. Neha Poonia has more from New Delhi.

Your customer service agent could be an inmate. In the final part of a series about life in jail, CNA meets some of the Changi Prison inmates working at a call centre - from the inmate who had to decline a customer’s offer to send lunch to her workplace, to another who’s been in prison so long her last phone was an iPhone 3. Read their stories: https://cna.asia/3xzdjAX 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 knife-wielding man who fatally stabbed six people in a Sydney mall was shot dead by police on Saturday (Apr 13). Eyewitnesses at the busy Westfield Bondi Junction shopping centre described hearing gunshots as people rushed to take shelter in shops. Read more: https://cna.asia/3Q3Ilrc (Video: APTN, Reuters) 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

Thailand has urged Myanmar's military to avoid further violent retaliation after an armed resistance took over the border town of Myawaddy following a month of clashes. Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara made the remarks on his visit to Mae Sot to assess the impact of the conflict. May Wong reports.

Asia's largest and longest-running dive show dedicated to marine conservation and protecting the blue economy marks its 30th anniversary this year, with the ADEX Ocean Festival 2024. The event brings together the public, diving enthusiasts and the dive industry to put sustainable practices into action. CNA spoke to John Thet, CEO of Asia Dive Expo and Chloe Harvey, Executive Director of The Reef-World Foundation.

Singapore is unveiling two new sporting hubs in the Kallang Alive precinct, as part of the country's long-term plans to add to the verve and sporting culture in the area. The Kallang Football Hub in particular is set to give Singapore's football boost, as the country aims to develop a young pool of talent as part of the Unleash The Roar! programme. Alif Amsyar reports.

More than 3,000 workers from 150 companies got either a pay bump of an average of five per cent or career progression. A quarter of them are professionals, managers and executives. This is thanks to the labour movement's Company Training Committee initiative. Richa Mathew with more.

Residents and visitors of Katong-Joo Chiat can look forward to more activities marking the neighbourhood's cultural identity. The National Heritage Board is designating the iconic area as the first of several heritage sites under a new initiative to encourage a deeper appreciation of these neighbourhoods. Rachel Teng reports.