Kimberly Lim

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced its 2026 Young Lions Competitions winners, following seven competitions across four days.

Ms Jasmine Lim, 29, with her husband. The married couple lived apart for over a year while waiting to move into their Build-to-Order flat. (Photo: Jasmine Lim)

After multiple rejections by local universities, Dr Joel Tan entertained the thought that he might not be cut out for higher education. A last‑ditch application to the University of Toronto changed everything for him.

The Philippines has secured 26 finalist slots at , with agencies across the country earning recognition for work spanning branded entertainment, film, design, outdoor, social and influencer, direct, interactive, and sustainability.

Despite stiffer penalties and increased enforcement, some road users in Singapore can't give up their need for speed. Can we ever solve our speeding problem, and how?

Mr Brandon Seah turns to books and other resources to deepen his understanding of the Teochew diaect. (Photo: CNA/Mak Jia Kee)

After dropping out of primary school aged seven, Mr Presslee Chng endured years of social isolation and bullying. He tells CNA TODAY about his long and bumpy road back to school, the teachers who propped him up along the way, and his dream to pay it forward as a teacher himself.

As wet markets adapt to changing consumer preferences, many stallholders are offering premium produce, while newcomers are peddling modern wares such as handmade pottery and single origin coffee beans. But wet market stalwarts say what will continue to make these spaces special are the human touch and communal "pasar" culture.

Upskilling and staying relevant may be getting much attention in this digital age, but CNA TODAY's Kimberly Lim explores new informal learning spaces that are all about making learning fun again.