As demand in the aviation sector rises, more infrastructure, like the earlier-announced JTC aeroSpace Four, will also be needed to meet demand. CNA spoke to Lim Ai Ting, Director of the Aerospace & Marine Cluster at JTC. She talked about how the JTC aeroSpace Four project as well as other spaces in the Seletar Aerspace Park will address the industry's needs, from manufacturing to repair and R&D.

About 15,000 people gathered at the F1 Pit Building for the Chingay Parade this year. Over two days, the annual affair promises to be a riot of colours and flowers to showcase the country's rich and unique multi-ethnic culture. Rebecca Metteo tells us more.

With air travel expected to fully resume this year, Singapore's aerospace industry says there is a healthy pipeline of talent to support growth. But with how highly skilled they are, the challenge is ensuring they stay in the sector. Jeraldine Yap with more.

South Korea and Japan have been making moves to beef up their trade in military exports. Those intentions are on prominent display at the ongoing Singapore Airshow. Lauren Ong with more.

Singapore's social service agencies are getting a S$100 million boost. Over the next three years, the funding will help expand and improve their work. It is also geared to help the sector fill its ranks and retain workers for the long haul. Marcus Tan speaks to a social worker who joined the sector mid-career.

Parents of children up to the age of two will have a clearer idea on what and when to feed their young ones, thanks to new national guidelines on children's nutrition. They come amid rising childhood obesity rates in Singapore, which doctors say can be prevented by healthy eating habits from an early age. Sabrina Ng speaks to one parent to find out more.

Traffic Police will be stepping up enforcement measures on the roads to further clamp down on speeding violations. For one, cameras that pick up drivers who beat the red light can also detect those who speed. Alif Amsyar reports.

18-year-old Shannon Chong lost her older sister to a New Zealand camper van crash in 2023. She told CNA how she helped take charge of family matters while studying for the A-Levels at Jurong Pioneer Junior College. Read her story: https://cna.asia/49JZ7mx 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

As the war in Ukraine reaches the grim milestone of two years, Russia is claiming gains in the eastern part of the country. Ukrainian troops say they are holding back enemy forces, but dwindling ammunition and depleted ranks threaten their hold on the 1,000km frontline. Ukraine's Ambassador to Singapore Kateryna Zelenko sits down with CNA’s Asia First to provide insights on the struggles of those on the ground, and the desperate need for more aid and weapons from allies. Read more: https://cna.asia/3T9KgfN 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

Competition in the aviation manufacturing sector benefits all players and should be welcomed, says Airbus Asia-Pacific’s president Anand Stanley. Chinese state-owned firm Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China’s (COMAC) C919 airliner is making its international debut at the ongoing Singapore Airshow 2024 at the Changi Exhibition Centre, and is being positioned as a direct competitor to Airbus. Mr Stanley also shares more about Airbus’ sustainability efforts and how it overcomes its supply chain challenges with CNA’s Roland Lim. 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

South Korea and Japan have been moving to beef up their military export trade, and their intentions are on prominent display at the ongoing Singapore Airshow. Defence equipment makers from the countries are expected to showcase their products and systems to more than 50,000 attendees from around the world at the six-day event, which will end this week. CNA's Lauren Ong has more details.

From April, experienced buskers will have permits with a longer validity before re-auditioning to renew it. The National Arts Council's new protocol applies to experienced performers who have passed two auditions within the last four years. They will also get more access to busking spots at popular locations. Clara Lee reports.

Additional support to help Singapore's arts sector transform is expected when Parliament sits next month. According to the National Arts Council, so far, 40 organisations have signed up for an existing fund that provides each of them with up to $200,000 to improve their prospects. One theatre group is using it to turn Pulau Ubin into a destination for sustainable art-lovers and tourists, while a Chinese opera troupe is looking to go mainstream.

The aviation sector is facing a manpower crunch. Airlines in the Asia-Pacific region are offering higher salaries and better benefits to retain pilots and attract new ones. There has been a shortage of pilots after a halt in hiring during the COVID-19 pandemic. Analysts said airlines will have to get innovative until the manpower pool is built up. Air travel in the Asia-Pacific is expected to fully recover by 1H2024. Jeraldine Yap reports.

Although sustainable aviation fuel is a pathway to net-zero emission, it still emits carbon dioxide. Another greener way to power planes with absolutely zero emissions is by using hydrogen. In fact, hydrogen packs about three times the amount of energy per unit of mass than conventional jet fuel. Mr Shantanu Gangakhedkar, a senior consultant from Frost & Sullivan, shared more about using hydrogen fuel and aviation decarbonisation.

Fewer university graduates in Singapore managed to secure jobs within six months of graduating in 2023. However, median salaries for those who work full-time went up to above $4,300 -- about $100 more compared to the previous year. The health sciences, information and digital technologies, and business clusters recorded the highest full-time permanent employment rates. This, according to an annual joint survey conducted by four local universities with more than 12,000 participants.

G20 Western foreign ministers have reportedly scored Russia for its nearly three-year war in Ukraine. The bloc's discussions in Brazil have so far mostly focused on the conflict in Ukraine and Gaza. In a closed session, major world powers are said to have demanded accountability by Moscow for its aggression. Host Brazil criticised the failure of world bodies to put an end to mounting global tensions. Ira Spitzer reports from Rio de Janeiro.

China has condemned a delegation visit by US officials to Taiwan, urging Washington to stop interfering in the island's affairs. Mr Mike Gallagher - chairman of the House of Representatives select committee on China - arrived in Taipei, along with four other lawmakers. The group met with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President William Lai Ching-te during the visit. The delegation is expected to stay until Saturday as part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region. Low Minmin reports from Shanghai.

What is the Gini coefficient, and what is it used for? And how does Singapore work out its Gini coefficient? If you've ever struggled to understand this concept, CNA's Grace Yeoh breaks it down for you - with handy illustrations. Read more in our explainer here: https://cna.asia/42JLJwv 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