Singapore’s total fertility rate has fallen to a record low of 0.87. One day after Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the nearly S$70,000-per-child SG Child Support Package and other measures at the National Day Rally, Talking Point hosts Steven Chia and Diana Ser bring policymakers, experts, couples and teenagers together to discuss whether Singapore can reverse the trend.

CCNA2026-08-24 05:56

People familiar with the matter say Canada sees little chance of restarting trade talks with the US before the midterm elections and is preparing for the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term. Washington imposed a new 50% tax Saturday on hundreds of Canadian imports, including furniture, plastics, plywood and electrical equipment.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-24 05:55

The Trump administration warned on Aug 23 that Canada would be “foolish” to believe it could prevail in a trade war with the United States, forecasting a “devastating” effect. After Washington-Ottawa talks collapsed, new 50% US tariffs took effect on about US$20 billion in Canadian goods, equal to 5.5% of Canada’s exports to the US.

CCNA2026-08-24 05:53

Robots take part in an obstacle race and gymnastics at the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing.

RReuters2026-08-24 05:42

Paris Saint-Germain opened its Ligue 1 campaign with a 2-2 draw away to Rennes. New signing Ferran Torres came on after halftime and rescued the point for PSG.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-24 05:37

Ukraine marks its 35th Independence Day on Aug 24 as its war with Russia enters a fifth year. In Belgium, Ukrainians displaced by the conflict are building new lives while hoping to return home. Their future is also linked to whether Europe can sustain support for Kyiv, including air defences and economic pressure on Moscow.

CCNA2026-08-24 05:32

Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul held an urgent meeting Sunday with senior security officials after coordinated violence overnight in three southern provinces, an area affected by a small-scale Muslim insurgency.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-24 05:30

A morning bulletin rounding up important stories from Europe and beyond on 24 August 2026, covering news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.

Eeuronews2026-08-24 05:03

Toxic petrochemical dyes used by the fashion industry often end up in the oceans. One company is exploring whether colours can instead be ‘brewed’ from nature.

Eeuronews2026-08-24 05:02

Bloomberg Television’s The Asia Trade examines key stories ahead of the Asian trading day, including Alibaba’s effort to raise $10 billion through a Hong Kong share sale, Nvidia’s price increase and the mysterious AI model Ox Alpha attracting developers with free access.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-24 05:01

Florida schools are introducing a new history curriculum focused on the dangers of communism. Rep. Carlos Gimenez, R-Fla., who fled Cuba as a child, praised the program and explained why he believes students should learn about atrocities committed under communist regimes.

FFox News2026-08-24 05:00

Rescuers are looking for survivors after a landslide at a landfill in Guinea’s capital killed 30 people. Heavy overnight rain caused a huge mound of waste to collapse, engulfing nearby tents and shacks.

RReuters2026-08-24 04:40

A rapidly spreading, human-caused wildfire in Nevada has forced about 90,000 people to leave Reno. The Hawk Fire has burned nearly 11,000 acres, destroyed homes and vehicles, and cut power to about 5,000 people. More than 800 firefighters are battling the flames with aircraft support, while shelters have opened and Washoe County has declared a state of emergency.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-24 04:23

Arizona teen Royal Cothrun received a Citizen Hero Award for helping an elderly woman who had lost her way get back to safety in the harsh Arizona heat.

AABC News2026-08-24 04:00

Co-hosts of “The Big Weekend Show” discuss a viral social media movement urging people to target and disable Flock safety cameras on Halloween.

FFox News2026-08-24 04:00

French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman attended the Esports World Cup awards ceremony in Paris on Sunday.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-24 03:48

China’s manned space agency said on Aug. 23 that the Chang’e-7 lunar probe failed to meet launch conditions after a comprehensive assessment and could not fly during this year’s planned window. The mission, intended to launch on a Long March 5 rocket, is part of Beijing’s effort to land astronauts on the moon by 2030.

CCNA2026-08-24 03:43

Tourism in Cuba has fallen by nearly 50%, leaving thousands without jobs as the country’s economic crisis deepens.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-24 03:33

A landfill collapsed in Conakry after heavy rains triggered landslides, burying homes around the site and killing at least 30 people. Many remain missing. Survivors said a second wave of debris buried rescuers who came to help, while residents accused the government of ignoring repeated warnings and demands to close the landfill. Guinea’s prime minister has visited the site.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-24 03:33

Leaders from Nordic and Baltic countries visited Kyiv on Sunday and pledged to keep providing Ukraine with military and financial support at a joint news conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-24 03:05

Police are searching for the wife of an off-duty Worcester, Massachusetts, police officer who was killed. The search follows the release of a disturbing dispatch recording.

FFox News2026-08-24 03:00

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump joined about 140,000 spectators at the first IndyCar race on Washington, DC streets, held as the finale of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. Twenty-five drivers from 14 countries competed, with American Kyle Kirkwood winning. The race was estimated to cost IndyCar $35m and could generate up to $200m for the city, while nonprofits criticized possible vibration damage.

AAl Jazeera English2026-08-24 02:11

The broadcast covers a fast-moving wildfire emergency in the western United States, where officials are urging 90,000 people to evacuate, and a powerful tropical storm hitting Hawaii for the second damaging storm there in a week. It also reports on two Phoenix police officers fired and arrested over allegedly failing to report a traffic stop, Iran-linked hackers blamed for a cyberattack that shut down a UK energy generator, and a special honor.

AABC News2026-08-24 02:00

Dr. David Morens, a longtime adviser to Anthony Fauci, pleaded guilty to a federal conspiracy charge. Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, discussed the case along with the rising national debt and other issues.

FFox News2026-08-24 02:00