This is what the world looks like from Singapore. These are the news headlines from the city-state and around the globe.
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The Pulse: The iPhone 11 and the outlook for Apple
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Is it worth queuing for Apple’s iPhone 11 once it goes on sale? What’s fueling our smartphone addiction? As Apple branches into other areas including Apple Pay, Apple TV and Apple Watch, what’s the business outlook for Apple? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse: Climate change and Singapore’s new vulnerabilities
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Climate change has been declared an existential threat to Singapore. Steve Lai speaks to experts to find out more about its devastating global impact, the potential effects on Singapore and some solutions to rising sea levels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse: Less sex, greater stress and the other effects of a poor work-life balance
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Higher workplace stress levels are fueling greater anxiety and leading to many people having less sex. Hear from the experts about how to deal with stress, burnout and rising expectations from your boss – and achieve your desired work-life balance. Listen to them share their favourite tips, quotes and articles about work-life balance. See omnystudi…
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The Pulse: The Hong Kong protests – what next?
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Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam has said the extradition bill is dead - so why are protesters persisting? Have the protests affected the economy? Has police action been proportionate? And how safe is it to travel to the city? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse: A rougher ride ahead? The outlook for the Singapore economy
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As the US-China trade war begins to impact Asia, how is the Singapore economy doing and what can be done to navigate through the headwinds? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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21 Jun 2019: Can sexy social media posts get you fired?
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A doctor in Myanmar had her license revoked after posting a picture on Facebook of herself in a bikini. Should your personal social media presence cost you your job? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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7 Jun 2019: Child sexual abuse – grappling with betrayal and trauma
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Three experts discuss stories of how perpetrators abused trust to normalise sexual abuse. Hear also what they think parents need to know about the dangers but don’t. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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23 May 2019: We love fast food fads yet want to stay healthy
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Have you joined the long snaking queues at A&W and Shake Shack? How can you stay trim while enjoying what you eat? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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10 May 2019: People with disabilities - is charity the lens through which we see them?
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While many were touched by the tale of a wheelchair-bound food deliverer, people with disabilities often face challenges finding a job - would a hiring quota help? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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26 Apr 2019: How to have a successful and fulfilling career
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Many adults wonder how to avoid burnout at work while still keeping their career in the fast lane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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12 Apr 2019: The outlook for the Singapore property market
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Developers have a huge number of launches planned for this year despite some challenging market conditions. Could it be a good time to buy a house? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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29 Mar 2019: High costs, high hopes and the deeper issues behind egg freezing
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What more can be done to support women who want to have kids? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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15 Mar 2019: The debate over the safety of Boeing’s 737 MAX 8.
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What does the future hold for the latest version of this aviation workhorse, after two air crashes that occurred under similar circumstances? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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8 Mar 2019: Why foreign domestic workers are borrowing money
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Is it time to take a harder look at predatory practices that might be contributing to this trend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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1 Mar 2019: Impatient drivers and other threats on the roads
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There were fewer traffic accidents in Singapore last year, so why do 1 in 2 drivers say they feel less safe than three years ago? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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22 Feb 2019: A wish list for healthcare after the Merdeka Generation Package
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How many caregivers does a senior need? And are we still struggling to understand dementia? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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14 Feb 2019: What life in your 60s should look like
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Despite Singapore’s transformation to cater to an ageing population, is society still ageist? Do outdated views on health, housing and work hold us back? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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1 Feb 2019: That awkward conversation we need to have with Facebook
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Fight disinformation, restore trust and play fair. Are we expecting too much from Facebook? Were Facebook’s recent sweeping plans to regulate content too little too late? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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25 Jan 2019: Is it time for the larger pet-related industry to come under stronger regulation?
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Has it been too easy to buy a dog in Singapore? Or open a pet boarding facility? And why is seeing the vet so expensive? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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18 Jan 2019: Does Singapore need a dedicated sports university?
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National swimming icon Ang Peng Siong tackles what it will take to raise the bar for sports in Singapore – and produce more Olympic champions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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16 Jan 2019: The rollercoaster ride of bike-sharing in Singapore
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Since obike’s sudden departure from Singapore, and amid news of ofo’s fresh struggles, does bike-sharing have a future in Singapore? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Jeremy Hunt - United Kingdom's Foreign Secretary
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UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt talks about whether a no-deal Brexit could happen and its impact on companies in Asia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Suresh Prabhu - India's Minister of Commerce & Industry
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As trade tensions rise around the world, India’s Commerce Minister Suresh Prabhu warns that the World Trade Organization should not be dismantled - and its absence would be disastrous. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Executive Chairman, Banyan Tree Holdings, Ho Kwon Ping
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Ho Kwon Ping on capitalism and walking the talk, and his moments of despair while he was detained under the Internal Security Act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - Why Singaporeans reacted badly to a vlogger's praise
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Vlogger, Nuseir Yassin of Nas Daily called Singapore "an almost perfect country", but Singaporeans responded with cynicism and anger. Why? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Anwar Ibrahim - Malaysia's Prime Minister-in-Waiting
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From race-based to needs-based policies. Malaysia's Prime Minister-in-waiting Anwar Ibrahim outlines his plans for a new Malaysia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Nee Soon GRC MP, Louis Ng on welcoming naysayers, ministerial salaries and his journey in politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - How much do your PSLE results really matter?
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A group of parents has started Life Beyond Grades, an initiative to shift the focus away from the relentless pursuit of grades. But will it work? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Tokopedia's CEO describes how he went from being an internet cafe attendant to the head of one of Indonesia's largest online marketplaces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Member of Parliament for Bukit Batok, Murali Pillai on gaining the public's trust, politics and race, and dignity for Singapore's LGBT community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - How far should restrictions on smoking go?
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Sick of secondhand smoke wafting into your flat as your neighbour smokes at his window? Should there be curbs on smoking in homes? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Critically-acclaimed Malaysian author Tash Aw talks about why, despite living thousands of miles away, his stories always lead back to home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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After coming under fire for enabling hate speech and spambots, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey admits the company "should have and could have" taken action earlier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Education Minister Ong Ye Kung on hot-button issues in education and the ups and downs of his political career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - Depleting HDB Leases and VERS
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Do schemes such as VERS mitigate your concerns about depleting HDB leases? How will it impact buying decisions in the resale market? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Prof Jia Qingguo - Associate Dean of the School of International Studies at Peking University
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One of Beijing’s top academics warns that the Taiwan issue could be “explosive” to US-China relations. Prof Jia Qingguo from Peking University explains why the United States' policy on Taiwan is moving in a dangerous direction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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BooksActually's Kenny Leck on growing up poor, defying naysayers and fighting injustices through books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - Saving iconic landmarks as Golden Mile Complex goes en bloc
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As Golden Mile Complex is set to go en bloc, historians and architects might bemoan its loss, but do regular people care? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Saifuddin Abdullah - Malaysia's Minister of Foreign Affairs
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Malaysia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saifuddin Abdullah, talks about moving past race-based politics and why Malaysia may not be a mature democracy just yet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Filmmaker Kelvin Tong on his new film "Republic of Food", national identity, xenophobia and Singaporean insecurities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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At the age of 90, India's first Pritzker prize winner Balkrishna Doshi is still obsessed with creating a happy society - and it is reflected in his pioneering work on low-cost housing in India. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - Discriminatory Hiring Practices
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Lost out on a job opportunity because of your nationality? Are harsher measures needed to ensure employers give Singaporeans a fair chance? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Prominent plastic surgeon Woffles Wu on his memoir, "Life in Plastic" and a traffic offence that almost derailed his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - Competition and regulation in Singapore's transport market
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Is intense competition really ideal in the transport market? Should regulators tighten the reins to prevent a repeat of the obike saga? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Kevin Rudd - Former Prime Minister of Australia
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Australia's former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is doing a PhD at Oxford University on Chinese President Xi Jinping. He discusses his views on China and recent worries about Chinese interference in Australian politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Incoming President of the National Council of Social Service, Anita Fam
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Incoming National Council of Social Service president, Anita Fam on dealing with stigma and shame within her family and doing good in society. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - Is the Michelin Guide Singapore a sham?
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Into its third edition, has the Michelin Guide Singapore done justice to Singapore's culinary landscape? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Jin Liqun - President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
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Conversation With talks to AIIB President Jin Liqun about infrastructure projects in Malaysia and India. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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Wendy Liu, CEO of ezbuy, on whether online stores will eventually kill brick-and-mortar retail and handling business spats with giants like Taobao. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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The Pulse - NS Deferment Criteria and the Ben Davis Saga
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Do the criteria for NS deferments need to be reviewed? MP and Chair of the GPC for Defence, Vikram Nair joins us to discuss the Ben Davis saga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CNA
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