Russia, facing western sanctions, is expected to convince its allies to adopt an alternative to the dollar for global payments at an upcoming BRICS summit. The gathering of emerging economies will take place in the Russian city of Kazan from Tuesday (Oct 22) to Thursday. Russia is likely to show that it is immune from western attempts to isolate it, and persuade other members in the grouping to join its bid to overhaul the global financial system. CNA’s Dasha Chernyshova 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

From heritage food to waterfront photo spots, Singaporeans show us the hidden gems in their neighbourhood. 00:00 Introduction 00:11 Chinatown 06:30 Yishun 17:52 Jurong 27:52 Bedok 39:30 Punggol 49:20 Changi 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

???????? China is cracking down on "wax bottle candy" (la ping tang) due to food safety concerns. This popular snack, made from beeswax and colourful syrup, has gained popularity thanks to influencers. However, issues like missing labels and quality certificates have raised concerns among food authorities.

In a recent viral video, a Qihua primary school student was seen being repeatedly attacked. Is bullying getting worse in Singapore? What are the causes and why are perpetrators filming their deeds? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Dr Cheung Hoi Shan, assistant professor at the National Institute of Education, MOE master school counsellor Sean Ng and Beyond the Label ambassador Cindy Chu to understand the complex issue of bullying. Have an issue you want us to explore? Write to us at cnapodcasts@mediacorp.com.sg 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 Prabowo Subianto is inaugurated as Indonesia's president on Sunday (Oct 20), ordinary Indonesians across the archipelago tell CNA's Kiki Siregar about their hopes under his leadership. How Prabowo could make the military more powerful again: https://cna.asia/3Yau3Ip How different Prabowo's economic policies will be, compared to outgoing president Jokowi's: https://cna.asia/3UeFSwd How Prabowo's foreign policy will navigate Sino-US rivalry: https://cna.asia/40dDn0L 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

Reimagine an area for both work and play, while celebrating its industrial and recreational heritage. This is what JTC Corporation and the Urban Redevelopment Authority hope to achieve through a competition. They are inviting the public to give creative ideas to redevelop the former Jurong Bird Park and Jurong Hill area. Winners will get up to S$10,000 in cash. Rachel Teng reports.

Singapore's fast-growing gaming industry will continue to see strong Government support. Minister of State for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan says the country is keen to level up as a regional media and entertainment hub. But industry experts say the challenge is to better deliver such support to smaller companies. Nicolas Ng with more.

Minister of State Rahayu Mahzam is planning legal action against an author of a Facebook post, that contains what she calls "untrue and defamatory" allegations. This comes after revelations from the trial against Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh. At least one key witness has admitted to redacting a text message in a bid to manipulate evidence.

The Tanjong Katong Complex is up for sale on a 30-year lease. Its renovation is expected to be completed by 2029, three years later than planned. But previous tenants say the delay could be a challenge to their businesses. Richa Mathew with more.

Port operator PSA's new supply chain hub is set to allow Tuas Port to process even larger and higher value cargo like vaccines. As construction begins on the facility, advanced robotics and upgraded automation features aim to boost the competitiveness of Singapore's maritime sector. Dave Ng, Chairman of the Singapore Logistics Association and Bhavya Kukrety, Managing Director at the urban tech-city planning consultancy, Meinhardt Smart and Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Transformation, discuss the new supply chain hub and how it might make a big difference in the logistic sector. They also talk about what this will mean for Singapore's port operations in terms of global standing.

A nationwide demonstration in Pakistan is underway, led by the party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. They are protesting a bill that is proposing amendments to the constitution to extend the tenure of Pakistan's top judge. The party sees the changes as a bid to prolong Khan's imprisonment. Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.

For a second day, Pritam Singh's lawyer Andre Jumabhoy questioned Raeesah Khan's former aide, Loh Pei Ying. Ms Loh admitted in court on Friday (Oct 18) to deleting messages after giving evidence before the Committee of Privileges (COP). She was also asked about whether she had called Ms Khan "stupid”, "naive”, and compared her to a "lao hong biscuit”. Read more: https://cna.asia/3Nvbny7 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

Also on East Asia Tonight (Oct 18), Philippine foreign secretary tells CNA the South China Sea dispute needs global attention; UK top diplomat visits China to reset ties; and US deports Chinese migrants on second repatriation flight.

Philippines' Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo says speaking out on the conflict with China in the South China Sea benefits not only his country, but also other in the region. The Philippines' top diplomat spoke to CNA's Saksith Saiyasombut while on a visit in Bangkok. He says while there have been tensions, avenues remain for Manila and Beijing to work out their differences.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled the government's spending plan for 2025. At nearly US$98 billion, it is the largest budget in the country's history. The government is allocating around US$3 billion - the highest so far - to social assistance programmes through cash transfers, which would benefit about nine million people. CNA's Melissa Goh reports from Kuala Lumpur.

Changi Airport's emergency services team has added three new sea rescue vessels to enhance its firefighting and search-and-rescue capabilities. The boats were showcased in the airport's annual crisis simulation exercise on Thursday (Oct 17), involving nearly 20 agencies and over 200 participants.

The US state of Georgia is at the heart of the election battle between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The vice president is hoping her strategy of driving up turnout outside the major cities could be enough to take the pivotal Peach State. But in a swing state where every last vote counts, she cannot afford any slip in her base. It is a tricky balancing act for the Democratic Party nominee, as CNA’s Benji Hyer finds out. 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 17-year-old Singaporean was arrested under the Internal Security Act for planning to carry out a terrorist attack in an HDB estate in Tampines West. The youth had planned to stab non-Muslim males with a knife or scissors during the September school holidays.

A 17-year-old youth was arrested under the Internal Security Act just weeks before his plan to carry out a terror attack in Tampines. Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam said on Friday (Oct 18) that the youth knew he would be intercepted by the authorities and "had made up his mind to die in the course of the attack because he wanted to become a martyr".

A 17-year-old self-radicalised Singaporean was arrested under the Internal Security Act (ISA) just weeks before his plan to carry out a terror attack in Tampines. Speaking to the media on Friday (Oct 18), Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam said the youth was inspired by Islamic State (ISIS) propaganda and knew that he would be intercepted by the authorities. "He had made up his mind to die in the course of the attack because he wanted to become a martyr," Mr Shanmugam said. More details: https://cna.asia/4dOCqz7 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