Charities will receive more help to beef up their capabilities against money laundering and terrorism financing. The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants is offering them subsidised screening services to do so. Many charities had asked for more guidance and support in screening donations. A panel of professionals will help check donors against watch lists. Associate Professor Razwana Begum, head of the public safety and security programme at the Singapore University of Social Sciences, shared more about charity governance and how the measures will help with due diligence.

Those in the community care sector can now pursue a new career track that will broaden their job scope to better serve the needs of Singapore's ageing population. This, after a successful pilot by the Health Ministry and Agency for Integrated Care (AIC). Over 500 comcare staff will have new redesigned roles. The pilot that started in 2021 found that these new roles drove up productivity, with staff taking up higher skilled tasks and having more avenues to advance their own careers. The training is now accredited under the national Skills Framework for Healthcare. Rachel Teng reports.

Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat said the authorities will thoroughly investigate the East-West Line train disruption and identify areas for improvement. Lasting six days, it turned out to be the longest unplanned disruption on a major train line in Singapore, affecting over two million commuters. The Land Transport Authority said investigations should complete in a few months, and findings will be released to the public. The LTA will also appoint an expert advisory panel to review the findings and advise on technical matters.

Also on East Asia Tonight (Oct 2), South Korean president vetoes special probe into his wife's Dior bag corruption allegations; Taiwan closes schools and offices for Typhoon Krathon; and what’s driving China's so-called toxic sports fans?

Tensions in the Middle East have fuelled fears of a wider war. Israel has vowed to make Iran "pay" for its second firing of missiles into its territory this year. China has urged world leaders to play a constructive role and stop further deterioration of the situation in the Middle East. The US said it was discussing a joint response, and that it would work with Israel to ensure Iran faced "severe consequences". Iran has warned the US not to get involved. Its supreme leader Ali Khamenei has blamed Washington and its allies for escalating regional tensions. Trent Murray reports from Tel Aviv.

Ever dreamt of waiting in the rain with Totoro? The highly anticipated Studio Ghibli exhibit at the ArtScience Museum opens on Oct 4 and runs until Feb 2, 2025. Visitors can relive iconic moments from beloved films like My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and Kiki’s Delivery Service. More: https://cna.asia/46rz1Ew

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply once more as Israel and Iran traded retaliatory threats, after Tehran fired a barrage of ballistic missiles at Tel Aviv late Tuesday (Oct 1). Ryan Bohl, a senior Middle East analyst at RANE network, tells CNA’s Asia First that Israel is almost certain of retaliation, but the severity of its response will determine if the conflict escalates. 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

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addressed concerns about the cost of living in a video posted on his YouTube channel on Oct 2. He said the government will find ways to mitigate the impact if price increases in goods and service are needed, adding that higher economic growth and lower inflation are expected this year.

Leading experts from around the world have gathered in Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh for the Global Cybersecurity Forum on Oct 2 and 3. The event will focus on promoting collaboration, enhancing engagement between stakeholders, and driving new joint initiatives. Chris Inglis, who served as the United States’ first National Cyber Director from 2021 to 2023, speaks to CNA’s Asia Now from Riyadh about the importance of cybersecurity and how to best manage the growing use of AI. 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

Israel's Iron Dome has intercepted thousands of rockets since it went into operation in 2011. The defence firm that designed it said it has an interception rate of around 90 per cent. Here's how it works.

Chef Mirko Febbrile of Fico shows us around his new restaurant Somma at New Bahru – located where the old school library used to be. Read more: https://cna.asia/3ZMmOZy

Olivia Rodrigo is in Singapore for two nights as part of her Guts world tour. Check out some highlights from her first show at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Oct 1. Read our review: https://cna.asia/3Y5MSNY

Indonesia will soon issue regulations on the use of artificial intelligence. The aim is to establish clear guidelines on the use of the technology, as well as address issues concerning ethics and data security. The government says it is committed to ensuring that AI is not misused, while supporting its development. CNA's Saifulbahri Ismail reports.

United States President Joe Biden is set to visit Hurricane-hit North Carolina to see rescue operations from the air. At least 150 people are known to have died, and around 1.5 million homes remain without power. Caroline Malone reports.

Nearly 50,000 dockworkers in the US are on strike for the first time in decades, halting the flow of about half the country's ocean shipping. The strike is expected to choke off deliveries of everything from produce to auto parts at cargo ports from Maine to Texas. And the ripple effects could be felt throughout the globe including in Asia and across Europe. Kate Fisher reports.

The US is likely advising Israel on its response to Iran’s missile attack in a way that will de-escalate the conflict, said an expert from the Middle East Institute on Wednesday (Oct 2). However, Gerald Feierstein noted that despite Washington's efforts so far, Israel has not been interested in finding diplomatic solutions. Full story: https://cna.asia/4enIe3V 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

On 1 October 1949, the People's Republic of China was born. In the 75 years since, it has undergone an extraordinary transformation from being one of the poorest countries in the world to a global leader. Teresa Tang sits down with CNA's Olivia Siong and Tan Yew Guan to discuss how far the People's Republic of China has come and where it's going. 0:00 Intro 4:39 Changsha: The happiest city in China 11:52 China's AI ambitions 17:11 The EV kingdom 21:08 Staying true to its socialist values 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 impact of Hong Kong's expat exodus has been cutting across sectors, from eateries and schools to yoga studios. While some businesses have called it quits, others have managed to stay afloat, pivoting their operations as they come to terms with a new reality. Read the full report: https://cna.asia/3Btsq0U 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 Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) is aiming to redefine what it means to age as Singapore is set to become "super-aged" in two years. That is when more than a fifth of its population will be aged 65 and above. The AIC's photo exhibition is challenging traditional perceptions of ageing. CNA's Syahida Othman speaks with Dinesh Vasu Dash, CEO of AIC. He discusses ageist stereotypes and how prevalent they are in Singapore. He also talks about the challenges of reversing these stereotypes and the society's role in helping seniors to age well.

Singapore's newly refreshed Smart Nation 2.0 will see an additional S$120 million for artificial intelligence (AI) in science that will go towards building a vibrant research ecosystem and a "bilingual' talent pool that is proficient in AI and at least one domain in science. CNA's Syahida Othman speaks to Professor Joseph Sung, Dean of the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine and co-director of the Centre of AI in Medicine at NTU.