The UK's House of Lords is debating the country's controversial Rwanda Bill, which would allow migrants to be sent to the African nation in a process known as "offshoring". Italy, meanwhile, has developed a similar plan to process migrants in nearby Albania – a reflection of the close collaboration between the countries on the issue of migration. CNA's Giles Gibson reports from Rome. 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

Universal Music Group, the largest record label in the music industry, said it would no longer allow its music on TikTok following the expiration of a licensing deal between the two companies on Jan 31. The label represents popular artistes including Taylor Swift, Drake and Justin Bieber.

The exclusion of the world’s top two superpowers, China and the United States, from a summit on the Indo Pacific is likely a diplomatic move to allow other countries to pursue their own interests without being forced to choose sides. The European Union will host its third Indo-Pacific forum in Brussels on Friday (Feb 2). China has never been invited to the gathering of foreign ministers, while the US, which participated in last year's iteration, did not receive an invitation to the forum this year. Dr Pushan Dutt, professor of economics and political science at INSEAD, shares his views on CNA’s Asia First. 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

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A government study on whether to turn a local sign language into a national one is raising questions about how it would be taught in school. Some educators in the deaf community say making the Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) official can standardise communication and foster more inclusivity. However, they caution it should not be taught in isolation. CNA’s Richa Mathew reports. Read more: https://cna.asia/3SrP5PI 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

Addiction counsellors said the authorities' move to impose $100 value limits on carnival and funfair prizes will help educate youths and families about gambling risks in gaming. That's as more young people under 30 are seeking help for gambling addictions. Singapore's gaming market is expected to grow to about $130 million this year. When the rules kick in, the hope is that funfairs and the arcade will be a safer place for families and youths. Claudia Lim 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

Former Japan assistant coach Tsutomu Ogura has taken the top job in Singapore football. The 57-year-old is now the new head coach for the national and under-22 teams. It's the third Japanese coach that FAS has hired in a row. The first task for coach Ogura is a home match against China next month as part of the World Cup qualifiers. Singapore will also play in the AFF Championship against Southeast Asian nations later this year. Aslam Shah 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

A programme to enhance the capabilities of aspiring or first-time board directors has been launched. With corporate scandals on the rise, the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) said this is to help them better understand their roles and responsibilities. ISCA has set aside $3 million over the next three years for the Board of Directors Masterclass Programme. Apart from courses on financials, corporate governance and sustainability, there will also be a mentorship programme. 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

The Singapore Exchange has made an adjusted net profit of $251.4 million for the first half of its current financial year. That's up by about 6.2% from last year. It was largely driven by higher revenue, while expenses were kept in check. Its board of directors announced an interim quarterly dividend of 8.5 cents per share. From July to December last year, SGX's revenue increased 3.6% to over $592 million. That was mainly due to the higher revenue driven by currencies and commodities, which grew nearly 30% to $148 million. SGX expects some level of economic uncertainty this year. 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 and Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies Heng Swee Keat said Singapore will have to learn to navigate through the mounting geopolitical tensions that are causing global economic uncertainty. He made the observation in a forum organised by UOB. When asked about Singapore's plans to deal with inflation, Mr Heng explained that it started with adjustments to monetary policy, which has been tightened five times to combat the rising cost of living. 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

The Singapore Tourism Board said it expects recovery in the sector to improve, even if it falls short of pre-pandemic levels. It has forecast visitor arrivals to reach around 15 to 16 million, with spending between $26 billion and $27.5 billion this year. Singapore attracted 13.6 million international visitors last year, about 70% of pre-pandemic levels. Meanwhile, tourism receipts are expected to come in at between $24.5 billion and S$26 billion for 2023 -- higher than forecasted and above 88% of pre-pandemic levels. Top spenders were from China, Indonesia and Australia. Nadirah Zaidi 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

ASEAN is looking to better address cyber threats in the region by establishing a Regional Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT). Its aim is to support existing CERTs in member states by strengthening the sharing of related information and best practices. At the fourth ASEAN Digital Ministers' Meeting in Singapore, Communications and Information Minister Josephine Teo said a more integrated and digitally connected ASEAN can unlock areas of potential. She added that the regional bloc can play a key role in advancing AI governance. 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

Three years after Myanmar’s military seized control from the democratically-elected civilian government, the junta is struggling to retain its grip on power. It is currently facing its biggest threat after an alliance of ethnic armies started a wave of prolonged and coordinated attacks against the army in October last year. CNA’s Otelli Edwards takes a look at the key events that led Myanmar to its current state. 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

Observers believe pressure on multiple fronts in recent months could lead to the eventual collapse of Myanmar’s military government, three years after a bloody coup. This includes a civil resistance that has endured despite the military’s bloody crackdowns, as well as battlefield setbacks suffered by the Tatmadaw against armed ethnic alliances, which are gaining in momentum. Professor Christopher Lamb, a former Australian ambassador to Myanmar, explains on CNA’s Asia First why the junta looks increasingly unlikely to hold on to power. 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

Three years into Myanmar's military coup, the country remains embroiled in violence. The United Nations warns that it is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis. International communities are calling for junta leaders to be held accountable for atrocities against civilians. John Quinley, director of Fortify Rights, a human rights group focused primarily on Myanmar, tells CNA’s Asia First why international accountability is important. 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

It has been three years since Myanmar’s military seized power in a coup and threw many democratically-elected lawmakers in prison, including beloved democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi. But her absence has given rise to other factions, particularly ethnic minority groups, to front the resistance movement. Dustin Barter, senior research fellow at global affairs think tank ODI’s Humanitarian Policy Group, tells CNA’s World Tonight why it is important to recognise the movement as a nationwide effort towards reinstating democracy. 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