Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority has said that the container ship that collided with a bridge in Baltimore had passed previous inspections. It said the vessel "Dali" had valid certification covering its structural integrity, as well as the functionality of its equipment. The authority said the "Dali" passed two separate foreign port state inspections in June and September last year. In the June inspection, a faulty monitor gauge for fuel pressure was rectified before the vessel departed. The ship's next classification and statutory surveys are due this June.

Asia must not be drawn into conflicts that spill over from other parts of the world, a senior Chinese official has warned. The world now needs connectivity and not decoupling, said Mr Liu Jianchao, Minister of Chinese Communist Party's International department. He also said the South China Sea dispute is being "played up" by external parties for their own purposes. The senior official was speaking at a dialogue in Singapore. Tan Qiuyi with this report.

Jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is challenging his arrest, asking Delhi's High Court for his immediate release. Mr Kejriwal was detained last week on allegations of graft, linked to a scrapped liquor policy in the city. Priyata Brajabasi reports from New Delhi.

A majority of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have turned to artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their operations, but they may not be doing enough to ensure security. Among their challenges is identifying deepfakes. CNA’s Marcus Tan 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

Power loss, blackouts, smoke, then impact. We take a look at the few minutes before the Singapore-flagged ship Dali collided into a bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday (Mar 26), where six workers are presumed dead after the collapse.

The destroyed Baltimore bridge will take at least three to five years to be rebuilt, given the scale of the damage, Professor Jean-Paul Rodrigue, who specialises in maritime business administration at Texas A&M University at Galveston, tells CNA’s Asia First. The Francis Scott Key Bridge, which opened in 1977, had collapsed on Tuesday (Mar 26) after being struck by Singapore-flagged container ship Dali. The rebuild could be sped up if there is less bureaucratic red tape and is perceived as a project of national significance, says Prof Rodrigue. 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

While national infrastructure typically meet the safety standards of their time, the increasing size of vessels over the decades calls for fresh considerations for ports and waterways, civil and structural engineer Julian Carter tells CNA’s World Tonight. The Francis Scott Key Bridge, which opened in 1977, had collapsed on Tuesday (Mar 26) after being struck by a Singapore-flagged container ship. The accident will make many ports, harbours and governments reassess the strength of their own structures, says Mr Carter, director of British firm By Julian Limited. 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

Six workers are missing and presumed dead after a Singapore-flagged cargo ship, Dali, knocked down Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge on Tuesday (Mar 26). Here's a look at what happened moments before the collision. Details: https://cna.asia/3vut4IM 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

Always worrying about money, even when you have enough? You may have "money dysmorphia". Experts say the problem is more pronounced among younger generations, who are more likely to compare themselves with their peers on social media

Six missing workers were presumed dead from the collapse of a Baltimore bridge on Tuesday (Mar 26), after a Singapore-flagged vessel slammed into the structure. CNA's Caroline Malone reports on what the investigation will cover, including the safety record of the container ship. https://cna.asia/49hnDuu 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

After Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed on Tuesday (Mar 26), officials from the Baltimore fire department say sonar equipment have found vehicles submerged in the water below. It is not clear, however, whether there were people inside them. The major bridge had collapsed after being struck by a Singapore-flagged container ship, sending multiple vehicles and up to 20 people plunging into the harbour below. CNA takes a look at what you should do if you find yourself in a sinking car. 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 90km route that cuts across the narrowest part of Thailand in the south could turn the country into a maritime transit hub. At least that’s the hope of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. But locals are worried about the environmental and security risks the megaproject could pose. CNA’s Teresa Tang and Jack Board discuss what’s at stake.  See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

Singapore gave China a scare before going down 4-1 in their World Cup qualifying match in Tianjin. The Lions had produced a heroic comeback in the first half, but were undone by a controversial penalty after the break. Even with China down to 10 men after a red card, the home side scored two more goals to leave Singapore stuck at the bottom of Group C with just one point. Singapore's remaining two matches are against South Korea and Thailand in June.

The history of the Changi area can be traced by walking three new trails that cover 23 heritage sites. The routes feature colonial houses, sleepy villages and even a national jewel. Nicolas Ng takes us on a hike on the Changi Heritage Trail launched by the National Heritage Board. Those interested can find more information at roots.sg.

Blood test results may soon come back quicker with a new type of chip known as ExoArc. It can isolate plasma from blood in a single step -- and within 30 minutes -- to detect certain cancers and diseases more quickly and easily. Associate Professor Hou Han Wei, a biomedical engineer from Nanyang Technological University, shared more about how the device works.

Close to 400 PUB grants for water efficiency projects have been awarded since 2007. These collectively save 70 million litres of water -- enough to fill 28 Olympic-sized pools -- each day. The grants encourage organisations to look at efficient and innovative ways to manage their water demand. At the National Water Agency's awards ceremony, 46 winners were recognised for their efforts in water efficiency and conservation. They include Mee Toh School, which has lowered its water consumption by a third, and a wafer fab that uses 100% recycled water. Richa Mathew reports.

According to a survey conducted among members of the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (ASME), nine in 10 companies in Singapore have tried out AI solutions, but scams and deep fakes are creating a sense of unease. ASME said it has seen a 20% increase in businesses reporting they fell victim to scams, as compared to a year ago. Marcus Tan reports.