Extreme heat poses a serious threat to physical health, but people often overlook the toll it takes on their mental health. Studies have shown that rising temperatures are exacerbating conditions like anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia. Dr Vivek Shandas, founder and director the Sustaining Urban Places Research Lab at Portland State University, shares his expertise with CNA’s Asia Now and stresses the need of social bonding during heatwaves. 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

What are “secret watches” and what do these have to do with gender roles? Here’s a look at these fascinating timepieces, from their beginnings as 19th-century accessories for royals and aristocrats to their transformation into modern masterpieces of haute joaillerie today. Read more: https://cna.asia/3A5TPoY

For decades, there has been no state-wide regulation on rest breaks to keep construction workers in Texas safe. Liberal Texan cities Austin and Dallas took matters into their own hands, passing local ordinances requiring 10-minute rest breaks every four hours. But last year, Texas passed a sweeping new law, prohibiting cities from enforcing or creating regulations that are stronger than the state’s in broad areas including labour and finance. CNA’s Toni Waterman 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

Singapore badminton players Terry Hee and Jessica Tan ended their Paris Olympics campaign on Monday (Jul 29) after beating the United States' Vinson Chiu and Jennie Gai. The world No 17 husband-wife duo took the victory against the 30th-ranked Americans 21-17, 21-12. https://cna.asia/3LKtpf6 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

Meet Zeng Zhiying, a table tennis player from Chile who’s finally fulfilled her Olympic dream in #Paris2024 at the age of 58.

Legacy planning affects everyone, and being open about it can prevent a great deal of pain in the long run. From being transparent about inheritance among family members, to clearing debts, Lionel Wong, associate director of finexis advisory, shares tips on how to conduct your legacy planning smoothly.  0:00 Intro 2:30 Who gets what? 8:30 Managing debts 11:24 Adjusting according to life's milestones 12:50 When should I start planning? 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: / channelnewsasia Instagram: / channelnewsasia Twitter: / channelnewsasia TikTok: / channelnewsasia

A Singapore-based talent agency, Jam Republic, is making waves in the world of dance. Its choreographers and dancers have been instrumental in some performances by mega music stars worldwide, including Blackpink and Jennifer Lopez.

The first-ever book on the nation's use of orchids for diplomacy was launched on Jul 29. The Foreign Affairs Ministry and National Parks Board say the book also marks Singapore's 60th year of independence in 2025. The book features the stories of 60 orchids hybridised by Singapore, then presented to world leaders and international organisations. Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan says each story marks a milestone in diplomatic relations. CNA speaks to Philip Paul Peters from the Protocol Directorate at the Foreign Affairs Ministry and Mark Choo, Assistant Curator with the National Orchid Garden. They discuss the history of orchid diplomacy and the challenges orchid growers face in trying to breed the different varieties.

A new curated lifestyle retail centre at the Dhoby Ghaut MRT station has attracted 30 per cent more human traffic since its opening early last year, reaching up to 20,000 people on the weekends. Business tenants there are handpicked to better serve commuters and the community. Rachel Teng with more.

The Government is looking for venues that can house what is called "contingency care facilities" during public health crises. It comes as contracts for current COVID-19 facilities will expire soon, including the one at the Singapore EXPO. Sherlyn Seah understands this move by the Health Ministry is the first since the pandemic.

Malaysia is cracking down on harmful online content by requiring social media and messaging platforms with at least eight million users to get a licence. CNA speaks to the country's Communications Minister, Fahmi Fadzil, who explains why the government is implementing this new regulation.

On East Asia Tonight (Jul 29), China takes aim at a Quad meeting between the US, Japan, India and Australia in Tokyo, Xi Jinping warns against protectionism in talks with Italy’s Giorgia Meloni, and thousands flee flooding in North Korea. We also look at the Philippines’ ban on POGOs and fugitive mayor Alice Guo, accused of hiding her Chinese citizenship to run for office.

The Quad alliance - comprising the US, Japan, Australia and India - has expressed concern over confrontation in the South China Sea during key talks in Tokyo. Assistant Professor Yongwook Ryu from the Department of International Politics at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy provides more insight into the significance of these talks.

The United States on Sunday (Jul 28) announced plans for a major revamp of its military command in Japan. It was among several measures announced by the allies to address an "evolving security environment" in the Indo Pacific, including various threats from China. This was revealed a day before talks in Tokyo between the so-called "Quad" countries - Australia, India, Japan, and the US. Grant Newsham, senior research fellow at Japanese think tank Japan Forum for Strategic Studies, tells CNA’s Asia First what he thinks about the agreement. 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

Campaigners are pushing for new laws to protect the poorest New Yorkers from a rapidly warming planet. This comes as extreme weather becomes more common and heatwaves continue to plague the United States, especially during summertime when temperatures are at their highest. CNA’s Sally Patterson has more. 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

With 100 days to go before Americans vote for their next president, both the Democrats and Republicans have accelerated their campaigning at warp speed. Polls show that former president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, who recently became the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, are largely neck-to-neck in the race. Geoff Kabaservice, vice president of political studies at American think tank Niskanen Center, tells CNA’s Asia First his thoughts on who is winning the social media battle so far. 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

What is kitefoiling, the sport done by Singapore's strongest Olympics medal hopeful Max Maeder? We gave it a try.

If your boss is not giving you clear development targets or excluding you from key meetings, you may be at risk of being quietly fired. How should you respond? Peter Hamilton, vice president and managing director (APAC) at KellyOCG, delves into the tactics employers use and offers crucial advice on how to protect your career. Have a question or need some work advice? Write to us at cnapodcast@mediacorp.com.sg 0:00 Intro 4:04 What is quiet firing? 7:48 How it's done 9:29 Gathering evidence for HR 13:27 Steps for legal recourse 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’s top gaming event is now underway in Shanghai. Spanning an exhibition area of 130 thousand square meters, ChinaJoy brings together over 600 exhibitors, one third of them from outside the country. CNA's Tan Yew Guan reports.