The 32-year-old star of the show Lovely Runner held his first fan meet in Singapore at the Singapore Expo on Jun 30. More details: https://cna.asia/3RSSsjv

At least 9 people were killed and 4 others were injured when a car hit pedestrians in Seoul on Monday (Jul 1). A 68-year-old driver has been arrested, according to South Korean media. He was allegedly driving in the wrong direction and hit 2 vehicles before ploughing into the pedestrians. https://cna.asia/4coW5FQ 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 durian season is back, but supply has fallen about 20 per cent due to the rainy weather. Still, prices have been kept stable from last year, with sellers adding that there will be no shortage here, despite China's plans to import fresh durians from Malaysia. Nadirah Zaidi with more.

Singapore's Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen says the nation is strongly united in its defence, thanks to the commitment of the Government and Singaporeans. He adds the world has become more dangerous, with many in Europe asking themselves if they are prepared for invasion, in light of the war in Ukraine. Dr Ng was delivering his message for Singapore Armed Forces Day.

Singapore has identified new threats in its latest report on terrorism financing. It highlighted cross-border payment systems and online fundraising as emerging risk areas. CNA speaks to Radish Singh, EY Asean Financial Services Risk Management Leader. She discusses how those who donate on crowdfunding platforms can be exploited by terrorist organisations unwittingly. She also talks about how migrant workers fall prey to unlicensed remittances through cross-border online payments.

Two out of five coffee shops at public housing estates across Singapore will be offering budget meals and drinks by the end of July. These 330 coffee shops will offer meals priced no higher than S$3.50 and drinks at no more than S$1.20. It is part of an initiative from the National Development Ministry and Housing and Development Board to give Singaporeans more affordable food options. Kate Low reports.

Resale flat prices from April to June rose its fastest since 2022 because of strong demand and fewer units on the market. It also marks 17 straight quarters of increases. But it is a different picture for private properties, as momentum seems to be losing steam. Charlotte Lim reports.

Some local businesses in Hong Kong are struggling to stay afloat. Some blame it on lower tourist footfall, while others say it is due to price-conscious consumers heading across the border to Shenzhen for cheaper offerings. The ones seen bucking that trend are mainland Chinese F&B chains, with more of them setting up shop in the city. As Jojo Chan finds out, this is all part of a long-term strategy for global expansion.

A high-stakes ballot taking place in Europe this week is the UK general election. Voting is on Jul 4 and opinion polls suggest Britain is headed for its first change of government in 14 years. The economy, immigration and health have dominated campaigning so far. Environmental activists say green issues have not been prominent enough. Olly Barratt reports from London.

Indonesia's trade minister has confirmed that the government will impose tariffs as high as 200 per cent on Chinese imports. The move comes amid an ongoing trade war between the US and China, which has led to a surge in Chinese imports to Indonesia, particularly in clothing, steel and textiles.

China has eased its visa rules for non-Chinese residents of Hong Kong and Macau, with the aim of integrating the semi-autonomous cities into its national development plans. Starting from Jul 10, long-term residents who are not Chinese nationals will be eligible for a five-year permit to enter the mainland. They can do so multiple times for up to 90 days per visit. It applies to permanent residents who have lived continuously in Hong Kong or Macau for at least seven years. Tan Yew Guan reports.

International students hoping to study in Australia must now pay a higher price to qualify for a visa. The revised fee comes after immigration reached a record high last year, sparking calls for stricter migration laws. Starting from Jul 1, applying for a student visa in Australia will become far more expensive than in any other country. At a price tag of $1,067, Australia ranks the highest in terms of student fees, beating both the United States and Canada.

More parents and educators in the UK are pushing to stop younger children from having access to smartphones. Their most common concerns? Bullying, inappropriate content, and mental health along with fears that phone dependence is affecting communication and concentration. The government is reportedly considering banning the sale of smartphones to children younger than 16. But the move isn’t universally popular, as John Bevir finds out, in the first of a three-part series on tech and children.

Australia is now the first country to ban the sale of vapes outside pharmacies, after new laws came into effect on Jul 1. The laws also limit the concentration of nicotine in vapes and restrict the flavours to mint, menthol or tobacco.

France's far-right party has scored historic gains in the first round of the nation's general election. The French Interior Ministry reports final first round results showing a resounding victory for Marine Le Pen's National Rally - achieving 33 per cent of the votes. Left-wing coalition, New Popular Front, won around 28 per cent of the votes while President Emmanuel Macron's centrist bloc Together alliance came in third with about 20 per cent of votes. President Macron has called for a broad alliance ahead of the second vote this Sunday. CNA's William Denselow tells us more about why the French far right has secured so many votes.

What we put on our plates is increasingly being seen as an important factor in helping the planet combat climate change. Globally, there are more people choosing to go vegan. In Europe, the German capital of Berlin is emerging as a gastronomic capital for plant-based food, with advocates saying consumers do not have to sacrifice taste when ditching animal products. CNA’s Trent Murray 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

France's far-right National Rally has scored historic gains in the first round of the nation's general election. Their strong showing has prompted President Emmanuel Macron to call for a broad alliance against the far-right. Run-off polls on Jul 7 are likely to see the National Rally, the left-wing New Popular Front coalition and Macron's Together alliance compete for votes. William Denselow explains how the National Rally secured so many votes. Read more: https://cna.asia/3XNQFQm 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 United Kingdom general election is just days away, and opinion polls suggest Britain is headed for its first change in government in 14 years. If the polls prove accurate, the opposition Labour Party under Keir Starmer could take power come July 4. This could mean a shift of priorities and policies from the right to the centre-left. CNA’s Arnold Gay explains what is at stake. 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

In this CNA Lifestyle mini-series, we challenge Singapore chefs to whip up a yummy dish using instant noodles. More on Chef Vasun’s dish: https://cna.asia/3zkVqa4

United States President Joe Biden’s shaky performance at the presidential debate against Republican rival Donald Trump last Thursday (Jun 27) has sparked calls from Democrats for him to end his quest for a second term. But experts believe there is a low chance of Biden leaving the race now. Clayton Allen, director for the US at political risk research and consulting firm Eurasia Group, tells CNA's Asia First what the challenges are in replacing him at this stage. 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