More than half of the over 9,000 low-income families under ComLink+ have achieved stability. The Social and Family Development Ministry says these families have secured employment, a home and enrolled their children in preschools. It adds that these are some of the first steps for them to reach longer-term goals. As Nikhil Khattar finds out, the ministry's report also highlighted other challenges.

Seas and oceans are the world's greatest ally against climate change, playing a pivotal role in absorbing carbon emissions. But as Earth heats up, they are not able to do their job as effectively. As CNA's Rani Samtani reports, one research ship is on a mission to find out how to protect this vital resource.

US President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled more picks for his incoming cabinet. He has so far nominated political allies, firebrands and a few conservative figures. Nick Harper reports from Washington DC.

Also on East Asia Tonight (Nov 19), Hong Kong high court jails 45 pro-democracy activists; US says defence pact with Philippines covers South China Sea “armed attacks”; and how China plans to build its first human colony on the moon.

G20 leaders have failed to come to a consensus over the war in Ukraine, as they continue talks in Brazil. In their final statement, the leaders welcomed all initiatives to support durable peace in Ukraine, but did not elaborate on how to accomplish those goals. Kate Fisher reports.

As the world struggles to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions, a plan to buy more time by redirecting sunlight into space to cool the earth is faltering. Despite increasing investment interest, stratospheric aerosol injection remains mired in controversy and debate. It is a concept of solar geoengineering, which scientists say is not fully understood and does not address the root cause of climate change. CNA’s Julie Yoo and Sally Patterson report. 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

45 pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong were on Tuesday (Nov 19) given jail sentences of up to 10 years in a landmark national security trial. Emilia Wong, the girlfriend of Ventus Lau, one of the activists on trial, had been bracing herself for this day.

Hong Kong's High Court on Tuesday (Nov 19) sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to jail sentences of up to 10 years in a landmark national security trial. Emilia Wong, the girlfriend of Ventus Lau, one of the activists on trial, had been bracing herself for this day. https://cna.asia/4fxDzNi 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

???????????? Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf received a ceremonial welcome and called on Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam at the Parliament House on Nov 19, 2024. The King is in Singapore for a state visit, which takes place from Nov 19 to 21. This is the first state visit by a Swedish king to Singapore. #sgnews #singapore

Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf met President Tharman Shamugaratnam during a state visit to Singapore on Tuesday (Nov 19). The landmark visit is the first of its kind between Sweden and Singapore and seeks to reinforce bilateral ties between the two countries. 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

Several children were injured after a car crashed outside Yong'an primary school in Hunan, China, on the morning of Nov 19. The driver was not a parent of a student from the school, local media reported, citing an official familiar with the matter. #china #chinanews Read more: https://cna.asia/3UYabHz

This year’s Group of 20 summit being held in Brazil’s Rio De Janeiro represents a shift from a bipolar to multilateral world, says political analyst Joe Siracusa. The dean of global futures at Australia’s Curtin University tells CNA’s Asia First that Global South powers like India, South Africa and Brazil appear to be in charge while some of the larger powers are taking a back seat. 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

For small and medium-sized enterprises, going against the big players can seem almost impossible. But what if the big players can help the SMEs to not only survive but thrive? In this week’s Money Talks, Andrea Heng sits down with Yee Wee Tang, managing director of Grab Singapore, and Xu Wenshan from SkillsFuture Singapore to share about the SkillsFuture Queen Bee networks and how industry leaders can further support SMEs.   This episode is brought to you by SkillsFuture Singapore. 0:00 Intro 1:11 Role of the Queen Bees 5:40 When industry leaders engage with SMEs 9:45 How Grab helps F&B SMEs 13:28 Creating resilience within the ecosystem Listen to the Money Talks podcast: CNA: https://cna.asia/4fsNNhQ Apple Podcasts: https://cna.asia/4eDDIxx Spotify: https://cna.asia/4hShRFf 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

Eco-anxiety is taking hold among young people preoccupied with the effects of climate change and what it means for their future prospects. A recent report found two-thirds of Australian youth believe that climate concerns are having a negative effect on their mental health. Roger Maynard reports from Sydney.

Preparing youths for the roles they can play, when faced with potential terror threats. More than 40 people took part in Exercise Heartbeat, a counter-terrorism and emergency preparedness exercise that included a simulated suicide bombing and hostage scenario. The latest exercise was held at the Institute of Technical Education College West.

A new master's programme in Singapore will be the first in the world to teach future healthcare leaders how to navigate climate change. This includes cutting emissions in healthcare settings. The Sustainable Medicine programme by the National University of Singapore was announced at the Singapore pavilion at COP29 in Azerbaijan. The first intake will comprise up to 50 students from next August. Carbon emissions in the healthcare sector are more than that of the aviation and shipping industries combined. Claudia Lim reports.

Non-profit organisations in Asia will get US$5 million to help vulnerable communities adapt to climate change. Social investor network AVPN has set up a fund supporting solutions for food security, managing diseases and early-warning weather systems. The fund was launched at the Singapore pavilion at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference. AVPN said it expects at least 250,000 people are at immediate risk in the next five years, with at least a million more who are vulnerable. Claudia Lim reports from Azerbaijan.

From April 2023 to July 2024, 307 cases of domestic violence have been attended to by a round-the-clock emergency response team since it was first set up. Most of the cases involved spousal violence. The Social and Family Development Ministry said this underscores the need for immediate action when addressing high-risk cases. Mr Martin Chok, Care Corner Singapore's deputy director of family and community service and a member of the Domestic Violence Emergency Response Team (DVERT), shared more on how the social workers are helping victims.

Chinese cities are seeing better air quality. Latest official data shows the first nine months of 2024 coming off better than last year. Air pollution levels have fallen 54% over the past 10 years -- faster than any other country in the world. China declared war on air pollution in 2013. The government cut and moved heavy industries away from big cities, got buildings and households to switch to clean heating, and electrified road transport. The central government invests about $4.2 billion in air pollution control every year. Tan Qiuyi reports.

India's top court has heard a plea on whether it should press on with the enforcement of measures to address toxic smog currently blanketing New Delhi. The capital woke up to the season's worst smog yet, with air pollution in some parts of the city reaching the hazardous category. Authorities have introduced strict anti-pollution measures. Air quality in northern India is known to worsen at this time of the year, as cold winter air traps a toxic mix of dust, emissions and smoke from illegal farm fires. Neha Poonia reports.