Best Hong Kong On Screen Podcasts (2024)

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S1E129: Are climate and environment disclosures helping to cut carbon? 19:55

30m ago19:55

19:55

Climate and environment data disclosures are vital. But what really matters is real action on cutting emissions and nature protection. Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. There’s a saying in sustainability circles: Wha…

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Episode Four: Things we never want to see in a video... 23:02

7h ago23:02

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Welcome to this week's edition of the Content Combo Podcast. I'm your host, Thomas Elliott, and joining me to make up the combo this week are editors Ansh Grey, Joey Kan, and filmmaker Richie Fowler. Today, we're going to shift gears and have a bit of fun discussing things we never want to see in a video. The team dives into overused trends, unprof…

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S1E13: Why does it feel like Singaporeans are angry all the time? 8:02

7m ago8:02

8:02

What triggers one’s frustrations in Singapore? Even the smallest inconvenience can spark irritation, making it feel like we’re always on the edge of our temper. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Murals and HDB block patterns, poor service, bad food, long queues, queue…

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S1E19: A look back at Paris Olympics 2024 with Max Maeder 30:01

1d ago30:01

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ST sports reporters and the SG bronze medalist look back at memorable moments in the Paris Olympics. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. History was made on Aug 9, 2024, when kitefoiler Maximilian Maeder became Singapore’s youngest Olympic medallist after he clinched a bronze in the F…

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S1E17: The art of picking out a good job fast 30:27

2d ago30:27

30:27

A well-written job description helps employers and jobseekers find the right fit. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. The job search is never easy, with limited time and lots of ground to cover. This means it is important to be able to suss out, with confidenc…

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S1E45: Are you paying too much for your resale HDB flat? 18:54

2d ago18:54

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Two HDB resale flats had listing prices of $2 million in May, which were debunked by the authorities for being misleading and unrealistic. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. The authorities sat up and paid attention when a jumbo flat in Sengkang was put up for sale…

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Episode Three: Shooting for the edit 19:38

5d ago19:38

19:38

Welcome to this week's edition of the Content Combo Podcast, presented by Casual Films. Join host Thomas Elliott and expert editors Ansh Grey, Joey Kan, and filmmaker Richie Fowler as they delve into the concept of "shooting for the edit." Discover the importance of staying true to the story, avoiding overshooting, and the significance of a good sh…

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S1E28: Kamala Harris and Indo-Americans’ stunning rise in US national life 19:00

6d ago19:00

19:00

We chat with Mayank Chhaya, Chicago-based veteran chronicler of the Indian diaspora, on Kamala Harris’s appeal and chances in the upcoming Nov 5 US presidential election. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' senior columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four decades of covering the continent. In this episode, Ravi speaks with the ve…

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S1E126: The difference between Asian and Caucasian skin 32:54

7d ago32:54

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How effective are your skincare products? Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. We all want to look as young and as healthy as possible, and one way to do so is to have healthy skin. But, as we age, our skin becomes thinner, less elastic and more dry and sensitive. Th…

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S1E1: Sumiko At 60: Former actor Edmund Chen and daughter Yixin on ageism 36:50

8d ago36:50

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Synopsis: Listen to audio snippets as The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan, who turns 60 this year, finds out the challenges to growing older as she confronts her own negative attitudes about ageing. Despite the 38-year age gap between former actor Edmund Chen, 62, and his Gen Z daughter Yixin, the bond between father and daughter is warm…

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S1E32: Can mid-lifers use social media to boost dormant careers? 20:51

12d ago20:51

20:51

Can mid-lifers breathe new life into stale careers with social media? Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, listen to the Work Talk podcast to help you work smarter, think deeper and get ahead in your work life. Will a leap into social media rain new work opportunities for a stale middle-age career? Will being on TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Ins…

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S1E128: Hundreds of dams endangering the Mekong 21:56

10d ago21:56

21:56

In the quest for renewable hydropower, indiscriminate dam building in the basin of the Mekong is changing the landscape and negatively impacting local communities and ecosystems. Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. Uni…

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S1E12: What makes a National Day song a classic? Tell us your favourites 5:09

15d ago5:09

5:09

Is it catchy lyrics, a snappy beat, or is there something else that captures the Singaporean heart? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Why do some songs, basking under the golden glow of nostalgia, come back year after year, and why do others fade from the public consc…

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S1E35: Micro-drama boom: In this town, Chinese youths chase their showbiz dreams 13:04

12d ago13:04

13:04

Hengdian, in Zhejiang province, is booming as the location set for two-thirds of China’s period dramas. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats with ST’s global correspondents about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling crises. They come with stars in their eyes, hoping to become the next Fan Bingb…

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Episode Two: Crafting Authentic Video Stories 20:40

12d ago20:40

20:40

Welcome to this week's edition of the Content Combo Podcast, presented by Casual Films. Join host Thomas Elliott and our expert panel, including editors Ansh Grey and Joey Kan, along with filmmaker Richie Fowler, as they dive deep into the art of crafting authentic video stories. In this episode, our team explores what it truly means to create vide…

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S1E15: Why Singaporeans should expect a lot from the transport system 20:51

16d ago20:51

20:51

From the evolution of MRT lines to buses, wider cycling paths and committing to being “car-lite”, our veteran transport reporter tells all. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. In the second part of the conversation, COE Watch host Lee Nian Tjoe hosts lo…

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S1E111: Why Myanmar’s crisis scuppers India’s Act East Policy 29:24

22d ago29:24

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Hear why this policy is in jeopardy on several levels, including the risk of being outmanoeuvred and encircled by China in its near east. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh shines a light on Asian perspectives of global and Asian issues with expert guests. It may have been called a “forgot…

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S1E14: Why non-drivers are also paying the price of high COEs 37:27

20d ago37:27

37:27

A veteran transport reporter tells us what can be done to bring down COE prices and how to buy a new car. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. In the first of a two-part conversation, COE Watch host Lee Nian Tjoe speaks with Christopher Tan, senior trans…

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S1E13: Hongjoin - Komorebi (Live) 4:18

21d ago4:18

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Hear home-grown singer-songwriter Hongjoin's intimate live studio take of the title track from his sophomore album released recently, Komorebi. Synopsis (headphones recommended): This Music Lab playlist features the full live performance of music acts invited by The Straits Times to its podcast studio. Listen to Hongjoin talk about his musical jour…

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S1E13: How young Singaporean singer Hongjoin aims to make his mark in the US 29:32

21d ago29:32

29:32

Hear how Spotify's Radar programme has helped expose home-grown singer-songwriter Hongjoin. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In the 13th episode of Music Lab, ST’s music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts Singaporean singer-songwriter Hongjoin. The 22-year-old, whose music…

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S1E127: Every tool in the climate shed: How CO2 removal is a step towards net-zero 25:44

24d ago25:44

25:44

As more carbon dioxide accumulates in the atmosphere, the urgency is growing for safe and sustainable methods to remove this main greenhouse gas from the air to limit the impact of climate change. Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to c…

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S1E34: Japan fights to save its beloved bookshops 19:27

26d ago19:27

19:27

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry wants to take action to get people to return to brick-and-mortar stores. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and Europe, about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling crises. The Japanese are sent…

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Episode One: Crafting Compelling On-Screen Interviews 19:18

1M ago19:18

19:18

Welcome to the first edition of the Content Combo Podcast, presented by Casual Films. Join your host, Thomas Elliott, along with editors Ansh Grey, Joey Kan, and filmmaker Richie Fowler as they delve into the art of creating compelling on-screen interviews. In this episode, our experts discuss the key elements that make an interview captivating—fro…

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S1E11: The FOMO over old buildings in Singapore 41:58

26d ago41:58

41:58

Is our celebration of old buildings, or even old-school businesses, a little too late? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. In the last few months before Peace Centre closed in 2024, people flocked to the Sophia Road mall to soak up the vibes. Golden Mile Complex in Beac…

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S1E26: Analysing Catalist: A segment of the Singapore market 13:03

30d ago13:03

13:03

What are the strengths and weaknesses as of today, since the Catalist board was set up in 2007? Synopsis: Senior columnist Ven Sreenivasan offers you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Ven hosts Ong Hwee Li, the chief executive officer of SAC Capital. SAC specialises in areas like investment banking, corporate merger…

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S1E32: ‘Judo, botox and yoga’ – what’s Putin up to in Asia? 30:10

1M ago30:10

30:10

Analysing this is our guest - Ambassador Peter Tesch, the veteran Australian diplomat and policy strategist. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' senior columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four decades of covering the continent. In this episode, Ravi speaks with the eminent Australian diplomat Peter Tesch, a former ambassador to …

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S1E10: Which old building or space in Singapore would you not want to see go? 4:27

1M ago4:27

4:27

As we say goodbye to old buildings, spaces, and businesses in Singapore like the Golden Mile Complex and Peace Centre, how do Singaporeans feel about these places? Many young people often revisit spots that hold a special connection for them, places filled with fond memories from their childhood. How would they feel if these cherished locations wer…

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S1E18: Why are the Olympics so special? 41:59

1M ago41:59

41:59

Singaporeans who have been to Olympics tell us why it is so important. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. Whether you are an athlete or a sports enthusiast, it is clear that the Olympics hold a special place in hearts worldwide. From historic achievements to record breaking feats, th…

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S1E16: Would you be an intern for 2 years? 28:26

1M ago28:26

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Long internships are just one form of the many talent schemes that are accepted by employers. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. The job search is getting increasingly complex as the range of options broaden. Employers are also placing increasing focus on gro…

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S1E44: Singapore’s worsening road culture: What’s behind it and what can be done? 39:52

1M ago39:52

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The tension between drivers and motorcyclists in Singapore is longstanding, ugly and increasingly a fatality risk - but what lies at the root of this strained relationship? Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. Traffic accidents claimed the lives of 54 people within t…

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S1E126: Managing climate driven migration demands a new paradigm 18:58

1M ago18:58

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Humans can and must cooperate to manage climate-driven mass migration, as a heating planet forces the poor and vulnerable, particularly in the global south, to move in order to survive. Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. The co…

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S1E9: How do you translate "tumpang" into standard English? 2:07

1M ago2:07

2:07

Do you know what the Singlish word is for "afraid to lose out"? Are there direct translations of Singlish to standard English? Here's a little bonus clip from our latest episode of The Usual Place. Check out the full episode here: https://str.sg/c2sY Follow Natasha on her IG account and DM her your thoughts on this topic: https://str.sg/8Wav Host: …

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S1E8: Standard English vs Singlish: Is the lingual tug-of-war over? 40:18

1M ago40:18

40:18

The kind of English we speak in Singapore has long been a discussion point. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Throwback to 1999 when then-Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong urged Singaporeans to start using standard English instead of Singlish. These days though, we fiercel…

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S1E125: Why babies and toddlers do not need screen time 37:51

1M ago37:51

37:51

Excessive screen time can lead to speech delays, autism-like symptoms in children. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. My 18-month-old loves viewing videos on my phone; why is he not talking? Screen time can help children develop social, creative, communication and …

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S1E31: Who wants to be a public servant? We ask Chan Chun Sing 24:50

1M ago24:50

24:50

The iron rice bowl is still sturdy, but demands on Singapore's public service have changed. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, listen to the Work Talk podcast to help you work smarter, think deeper and get ahead in your work life. With 152,000 employees across 16 ministries and more than 40 agencies, the public service is the biggest depart…

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S1E110: Looking back at 'pageantry' of Trump Presidency: A ringside view 19:27

2M ago19:27

19:27

Our guest expert offers a striking insider look at what it was like to cover Donald Trump’s presidency, and lessons learnt from it. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh shines a light on Asian perspectives of global and Asian issues with expert guests. Notwithstanding a conviction, and other…

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S1E7: Singaporeans can code-switch. Sure anot? 2:21

2M ago2:21

2:21

Can you differentiate between the ways to use "can"? How good are you translating Singlish into standard English? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Join The Usual Place as host Natasha hits the streets of Singapore to ask the locals. Do you know what the singlish word…

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S1E13: Get into an 'Airbnb' for cars 52:09

2M ago52:09

52:09

This car-sharing service managed to convince the government to allow them to match private car owners to hirers. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. Car-sharing causes traffic congestion because the cars are more heavily used; the cars tend to be abused…

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S1E12: Meet Shazza, the Singaporean singer whose music has the attention of Coldplay’s Chris Martin and PM Wong 31:00

2M ago31:00

31:00

Home-grown singer and songwriter Shazza is the 12th guest in this music channel. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In the 12th episode of Music Lab, ST's music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts Singaporean singer and songwriter Shazza. The past year has been quite eventful…

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S1E12: Shazza & Umar Sirhan - Rain In Manhattan (Live) 6:18

2M ago6:18

6:18

Hear home-grown singer-songwriters Shazza's and Umar Sirhan's intimate live studio take of their latest single, Rain In Manhattan. Synopsis (headphones recommended): This Music Lab playlist features the full live performance of music acts invited by The Straits Times to its podcast studio. Watch the special live performance and video podcast versio…

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S1E30: Budget 2024: Mid-year check for SMEs in Singapore 22:10

2M ago22:10

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How is the government's $1.3 billion budget working for SMEs so far? We invite them on the show. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, listen to the Work Talk podcast to help you work smarter, think deeper and get ahead in your work life. It is June, the mid-point of 2024. Join Krist Boo and her co-host Timothy Goh on Work Talk to hear how Sin…

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S1E2: Visit to East Coast: How reclamation will shape up against rising sea levels 38:59

2M ago38:59

38:59

While the future Long Island will guard against sea level rise, the trade-offs to marine life and the East Coast’s character must be addressed, stakeholders told host Shabana Begum. Synopsis (headphones recommended): By end-century, Singapore’s mean sea level is expected to rise by up to 1.15m. Now a top attraction in the area, East Coast Park woul…

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S1E6: Eat, shoot and post: What makes a good food reviewer? 37:31

2M ago37:31

37:31

Scroll social media and you’ll likely be served a food recommendation or review, often one that’s either enthused or a takedown of sorts. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. If someone takes videos of their food and serves them with a side of honest opinions, does that ma…

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S1E25: Halfway mark of 2024: Our expert offers top stock picks in Singapore 19:55

2M ago19:55

19:55

"Why invest in Singapore, when you can invest in the US?" Our guest expert counters this argument with facts and his opinion. Synopsis: Every third Monday of the month, senior columnist Ven Sreenivasan offers you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Ven hosts Thilan Wickramesinghe - regional head of research at Maybank…

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S1E125: South-East Asia’s carbon storage dreams: Visionary climate solution or folly? 31:12

2M ago31:12

31:12

South-East Asia has big plans to become a regional carbon storage hub. Can it work or are the risks too great? Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. For years now, we’ve heard a lot about carbon capture and storage as on…

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S1E31: Could China, India go to war again? 24:39

2M ago24:39

24:39

Our expert guest on what to expect on the external front from Modi 3.0, India’s challenges, and options. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' senior columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four decades of covering the continent. In this episode, Ravi speaks with the eminent foreign policy thinker C Raja Mohan, the noted scholar and c…

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S1E17: Raising an Olympian in Singapore 43:16

2M ago43:16

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What does it take for parents to nurture an athlete who wants to reach sport’s pinnacle? Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. The Olympics is just around the corner and come July, several Team Singapore athletes will fly the flag for the Republic in Paris. Two of them, kitefoiler Maxim…

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S1E15: Chip in to shape Singapore’s semiconductor ambitions 29:31

2M ago29:31

29:31

Robust job prospects amid artificial intelligence race, despite trade tensions Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. The semiconductor industry has been a fixture of Singapore's advanced manufacturing space since 1968. The industry has grown from strength to str…

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S1E43: Is parenthood a sacrifice young Singaporeans aren’t willing to make? 28:48

2M ago28:48

28:48

Children can invoke feelings of joy, gratitude and fulfilment, but also thoughts of fatigue, financial stress, and lack of personal time? Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. For the first time ever, the resident total fertility rate (TFR) dropped below 1, hitting 0…

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S1E33: Hong Kong's vanity car plates a creative outlet as freedoms narrow 18:15

2M ago18:15

18:15

The affordable luxury of personalised car licence plates are proving an enduring and endearing avenue for self-expression in a changing Hong Kong Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and Europe, about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling cris…

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