Best K P Wee Podcasts (2024)

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S1E108: No magic bullet but vaccines may help long war against dengue virus 26:37

36m ago26:37

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Asia is on the cusp of a summer of life-threatening dengue fever. 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. Dengue fever case numbers have gone up across the global tropics. This includes Singapore, a model in man…

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S1E11: How are the 3,000-plus chargers at the HDB carparks being used today? 38:09

9m ago38:09

38:09

The head of the EV-electric shares some of the learnings from Singapore’s electrification journey. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. The pace of EV charger deployment at HDB carparks in 2024 will likely be slower than in the previous year - at least i…

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S1E1: A visit to Sungei Buloh: How Singapore can better host migratory birds 21:42

1d ago21:42

21:42

Why mudflats are vital for dwindling numbers of birds that stop over seasonally. Synopsis (headphones recommended): In this new 4-part environment podcast series for 2024 - Green Trails - The Straits Times hits the ground with experts in spaces that are critical to the interlinked crises the planet faces: climate change, pollution, and biodiversity…

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Having A Special Needs Kid with Kaci Fisher of Stone Wall Meadows 38:57

10h ago38:57

38:57

Her son Hudson was born with a rare genetic syndrome called Koolen-de Vries. Kaci shares their journey which led to founding Stone Wall Meadows, TN which provides belonging, growth and job to individuals with special needs and disabilities and their families. Find her @stonewallmeadows KdVS is characterized by congenital malformations, developmenta…

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S1E41: Why volunteering is worth our time and effort: 2 young working adults 21:50

18h ago21:50

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Two youth volunteers - adults with full-time jobs - explain what motivates them to spark change in the community. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests. Youth Corps Singapore, which is under the National Youth Council, turns 10 in 2024. It is a division un…

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BCA vs. Richard Longfellow a.k.a. Fecalophagus 32:04

5h ago32:04

32:04

What happens when Beyond the Podcast of 1984 interrogates some weirdo? BCA and his mutant brother (Yes! His actual brother! ) talk about farting, anime, video games, their horrible sh*t noise band, Longfellow's band & other topics! This is what happens when 2 weirdos have a conversation!! Want to buy BCA a cup of coffee and show your support for hi…

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S1E121: Can carbon credit ratings bring peace of mind to a troubled market? 23:43

3d ago23:43

23:43

Carbon credit ratings can bring much needed transparency and accountability to the market – but is it enough to overcome years of mistrust? 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. Depending on who you speak to, carbon cred…

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S1E2: TMI: Has social media made us oversharers? 42:59

5d ago42:59

42:59

How much is too much when sharing details of your life online? Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives and digs deeper into issues of the day. Why do people feel so comfortable sharing intimate details of their lives online? The Usual Place’s host Natasha Ann Zachariah sits do…

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What We’re Watching - Weekly Roundup 26:26

2d ago26:26

26:26

Bean is sick and K&K are super tired this week. We’re blaming it on the eclipse! K&K download the week’s grind and what we’re watching. Check out our website: greenergrasspodcast.com Get the Greener Grass Newsletter HERE Part of the Digitent Podcast Network Find us at: IG: @grandrevecreative Twitter: @grass_podcast Email: kerry@grandrevecreative.co…

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Blah Blah Blah Blah Blah From The Bizarre Alien 32:38

8d ago32:38

32:38

In this episode BCA continues to blab on about his interests and his life. Every show we learn a little more about who the Bizarre Charlie Alien is and be entertained on how he recounts his tales. We're getting closer to episodes with guests and full on BCA Radio Dramas!! Stat tuned in and be sure to FOLLOW!!! Want to buy BCA a cup of coffee and sh…

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S1E23: US tech stocks: Is it time to diversify? 15:54

4d ago15:54

15:54

Consider other markets and the wider US tech sector. Synopsis: Every third Monday of the month, hosts Lee Su Shyan and Ven Sreenivasan - both senior columnists at The Straits Times - offer you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Mr Adam Reynolds, Asia-Pacific CEO of Saxo, discusses the large exposure many investors ha…

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S1E123: A new personalised treatment for stubborn depression 38:33

7d ago38:33

38:33

IMH trial to study efficacy of personalised transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Researchers from the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) and the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore ar…

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Episode 92: Baseball Talk with Totally Goated's Brett Hawn 28:01

9d ago28:01

28:01

Brett Hawn, the host of the Totally Goated podcast and a New York Mets fan, stops by to discuss the latest happenings in baseball two weeks into the 2024 season. The topics of discussion include the Mets (of course!), the new MLB/Fanatics jerseys, the rise in the number of injuries to pitchers, and betting on sports.…

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S1E14: What Singapore can learn from Joseph Schooling's retirement 44:39

9d ago44:39

44:39

Did Singapore let its golden boy down in any way? Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. In this episode of Hard Tackle, we delve into the lessons from the recent retirement of Singaporean swimming sensation Joseph Schooling on April 2, 2024, at just 28 years of age. Join ST Sports repor…

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Meet Mallory Mahoney of Disney Channel’s Bunk’d 40:53

12d ago40:53

40:53

She just wrapped seven seasons of tv show and literally grew up in the public eye and also on set instead of elementary school. Mallory shares with us what it what like moving back and forth to LA, dealing with social media and what’s next now that she’s moved back home to Texas. Find her @malloryjamesmahoney Check out our website: greenergrasspodc…

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S1E1: Get into the new Hard Tackle Podcast channel from The Straits Times 1:23

10d ago1:23

1:23

Hear the tough questions posed to our sports stars or authorities in our studio, and how they react. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. The Straits Times' sports podcast has been around for the past few years, in different formats - from Game Of Two Halves, to Sports Talk, and now...…

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Music is My Savior, Noise is My Life, Ratt N Roll Bizarre Alien! 35:31

10d ago35:31

35:31

In this episode of Beyond the Podcast of 1984 BCA discusses how music is his savior and noise is his life. Each episode we learn more about the enigmatic Bizarre Charlie Alien. Join us for another show. Ratt N Roll Bizarre Alien! Follow for exclusives and more!! Want to buy BCA a cup of coffee and show your support for his show? You can also show y…

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S1E13: How cutting-edge firms interview candidates 28:11

11d ago28:11

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A tech and corporate veteran breaks down the intensive interview process at top firms. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. As skill demands and job complexity increase with economic advancement, so do employer needs as reflected in increasingly intensive job i…

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Episode 91: Sports Betting 53:01

12d ago53:01

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Stan Markotich, a former CJIV Radio news director, joins the podcast today to discuss the complex issue of sports betting. Some key issues raised by Stan include the following: Why are fans allowed to wager on sports while athletes aren't able to -- and wouldn't sports betting itself ruin sports?

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S1E120: Climate change only one of three ecological crises: Tommy Koh warns 15:21

12d ago15:21

15:21

In a storied career, the diplomat Professor Tommy Koh also chaired the Earth Summit in 1992 and negotiated the Law of the Sea. 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. The framers of the United Nations Convention on the Law…

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S1E31: Thai music, Thaksin, a ‘tattoo’: Thailand feels its way forward 19:07

19d ago19:07

19:07

Tan Tam Mei reflects on her time as Thailand correspondent, and looks ahead to how the country could navigate geopolitical and domestic politics. 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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S1E1: Having babies: Natural next step after marriage or thank you, next? 35:55

22d ago35:55

35:55

Our guests discuss if parenthood is an expectation or choice. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives and digs deeper into issues of the day. In Singapore, where preliminary estimates indicate its Total Fertility Rate hit a record low of 0.97 in 2023, some are opting to remain…

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S1E13: Olympic champ Joseph Schooling in his own words as he retires 18:24

16d ago18:24

18:24

Eight years after his stunning success at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Singapore’s greatest athlete has called time on his career. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. In this special episode, we bring you an excerpt of assistant sports editor Rohit Brijnath’s interview with Singapore’s Olym…

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It’s Spring Break - Weekly Roundup 26:28

17d ago26:28

26:28

K&K debrief on spring break. The preschool petri dish is proving to be a formidable adversary for Kerry & Bean and Kelli hasn’t skipped a beat with work and her hustle. Check out our website: greenergrasspodcast.com Get the Greener Grass Newsletter HERE Part of the Digitent Podcast Network Find us at: IG: @grandrevecreative Twitter: @grass_podcast …

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S1E28: Stereotyping at work. Who? Me? 27:43

18d ago27:43

27:43

Old vs young, abled vs disabled, woman vs man. 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. Labels invariably affect workplace policies and work opportunities today. Why do we put labels on others? Do Singapore workplaces pay lip service to inclusi…

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Episode 90: Keith O'Brien, author of "Charlie Hustle" 41:01

19d ago41:01

41:01

Keith O'Brien joins this episode to discuss his new book Charlie Hustle: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball. Keith, who grew up in Cincinnati and currently lives in New Hampshire, discusses why he wrote the book and what he hopes readers get out of it. He also shares the process of his writing and some tidbits of wh…

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Who The F*&k is Gynger? 27:23

20d ago27:23

27:23

In this episode BCA gets very personal and opens up about his horned alien dream woman named Gynger. This is his life and his story to tell. There's nothing more personal than opening up and revealing intimate details about your dreams. Who knows? She probably does exist. Beyond the Podcast of 1984 available everywhere you get your podcast. Support…

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S1E12: The Lions’ Tsutomu Ogura era is underway 45:48

22d ago45:48

45:48

Can the Lions roar under Ogura? Synopsis: The Straits Times looks at the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. In this episode of Hard Tackle, Deepanraj Ganesan is joined by former Singapore international Noor Ali and Singapore Premier League commentator and Lions fan Zia-ul Raushan to dissect the Singapore national football …

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S1E10: The story behind the 312 “redistributed” motorcycle COEs 51:03

22d ago51:03

51:03

The head of the industry body for motorcycle sellers and workshops recounts how the association has been pushing for change, from COEs to rules on safety equipment Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. With all the attention on certificate of entitlement …

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S1E10: Rangga Jones - not good enough (Live) 2:32

23d ago2:32

2:32

Home-grown singer, songwriter, and producer Rangga Jones' intimate live studio take of not good enough, a song from his first full-length album, Emotions. Synopsis: 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 version…

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S1E10: Rangga Jones - Call Me (Live) 3:32

23d ago3:32

3:32

Home-grown singer, songwriter, and producer Rangga Jones' intimate live studio take of Call Me, a song first released in 2022, has 23 million streams on just Spotify alone. Synopsis: 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 vid…

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S1E10: Home-grown singer Rangga Jones’ regional fan base includes a K-pop star 23:34

23d ago23:34

23:34

Home-grown singer, songwriter, and producer Rangga Jones is the tenth guest in this music channel. Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In the 10th episode of Music Lab, ST's music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts home-grown singer, songwriter, and producer Rangga Jones. He might not be a household …

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Meet Ron Yuan from Netflix’s Brother’s Sun 1:04:04

26d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

The Brother’s Sun on Netflix is a drama/comedy gangster episodic show with a fully Asian ensemble cast. Ron plays Frank Ma, one of many roles he has played on tv and in film. He gives a master class on guiding the room in an audition instead of being at a casting director’s mercy and we discuss how even though Hollywood is shifting to more inclusiv…

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Just Do It & A Wee Bit of BCA History 33:27

24d ago33:27

33:27

In this episode BCA is encouraged to just frikking do it and a wee bit of history of BCA. Check it out Ma! No hands... BOOM, CRASH.... I'm okay! We're back up on it. Keep on keepin' on. Did you find the hidden gem in the episode? Leave your comments below. Want to buy BCA a cup of coffee and show your support for his show? You can also show your su…

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S1E40: Boosting Singapore's low birth rate: Indranee Rajah, young parents discuss 47:43

26d ago47:43

47:43

With Singapore’s resident total fertility rate dropping below 1 for the first time - hitting a historic low at 0.97 last year in 2023 - we discuss how the birth rate can be boosted. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. For many years in Singapore, we have not had en…

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S1E84: Update for new #PopVultures series from April 2024 onwards 4:13

27d ago4:13

4:13

Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. PopVultures host Jan Lee explains her transition from the previous year-long Can I Tell You Something Crazy series about pop culture zeitgeist moments to a new scripted series in 2024 along the lines of Where Are They Now…

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S1E107: Why Asean is watching the Philippines’ strategy in South China Sea 17:20

1M ago17:20

17:20

Under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, the Philippines is raising its game to cope with an increasingly aggressive China in the South China Sea. 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. Increasingly dangerous encou…

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Late Night Weekly Roundup 16:51

1M ago16:51

16:51

While waiting for a guest, K&K debrief the week at 11pm easter time. Kelli was a trooper pushing through even with a morning that would start at 5:45am. Check out our website: greenergrasspodcast.com Get the Greener Grass Newsletter HERE Part of the Digitent Podcast Network Find us at: IG: @grandrevecreative Twitter: @grass_podcast Email: kerry@gra…

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Classic Slashers, Marvel, Star Wars, & Funny Ladies 30:13

1M ago30:13

30:13

In this episode we explore a little more of the things BCA is into like slasher films, Marvel comics, Star Wars, and funny ladies that maker him smile. It's still a little beat poetry style but it's getting there. Stay tuned because each and every episode is a one of a kind! What did you like most in this episode? Leave your comments below. Want to…

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S1E22: Things to consider now that CPF Special Account will be removed for those 55 and older 23:08

1M ago23:08

23:08

How much should you put into your CPF Life then? Synopsis: Every third Monday of the month, hosts Lee Su Shyan and Ven Sreenivasan - both associate editors and senior columnists at The Straits Times - offer you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Mr Christopher Tan, CEO and founder of Providend - a fee-only wealth adv…

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S1E119: Why greening the building sector is a towering challenge 16:15

1M ago16:15

16:15

Humanity will never achieve net-zero emissions by the middle of the century unless the building sector figures out how to become truly green. 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. Who hasn’t escaped a scorchingly hot day…

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S1E80: Singapore sisters making waves with Olympic qualification 21:45

1M ago21:45

21:45

History-making sisters making waves with Olympic relay qualification Synopsis: The Straits Times looks at the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. On Feb 18, Quah Ting Wen, Quah Jing Wen, Letitia Sim and Levenia Sim clocked 4 minutes and 2.88 seconds at the World Aquatics Championships to not just set a new women's 4x100m me…

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Tools for Healthier Living with Jenna Hua CEO & Founder of Million Marker 43:23

1M ago43:23

43:23

Her own battle with infertility and her frustrations as a research scientist motivated her to found Million Marker which makes mail-in test kits for toxic chemical exposures and provides education about healthier living. As an ardent believer in disease prevention, she wants to provide personalized preventative strategies to everyone. Get resources…

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A Filthy Stream of Consciousness 37:25

1M ago37:25

37:25

In this episode BCA introduces himself and rambles on in a stream of consciousness almost similar to a Jack Kerouac novel. We get a taste of what he's into and we promise the show will get more coherent. Stick around for the ride, it'll be worth it. Plus, there's a surprise in every episode! Want to buy BCA a cup of coffee and show your support for…

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S1E12: Returning strongly from a career break 23:21

1M ago23:21

23:21

A talent expert who has helped over 200 people clinch jobs after a career break shares what works. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. At the best of times, making calculated career moves to meet one's financial and professional goals is hard, and even more so…

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S1E29: Saving the Shompen tribe – when survival collides with strategy 29:01

1M ago29:01

29:01

A conversation with the noted anthropologist and Andamans expert Vishvajit Pandya on the need to balance heritage, developmental and strategic interests as the Andaman and Nicobar islands become a geopolitical hotspot. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' associate editor and senior Asia columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four d…

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S1E122: You don’t need to join an exercise class to be healthy 20:44

1M ago20:44

20:44

Get started on moderate intensity physical activity to stay healthy. Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Singapore wants to be a healthier nation, and everyone needs to play their part by leading healthier lifestyles. This would only benefit the individual…

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K&K Debrief - Weekly Roundup 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

Kelli’s oldest son is getting married and she has a new podcast with Hugh & Grace that just launched. Kerry gets her students ready for their annual performance. Check out our website: greenergrasspodcast.com Get the Greener Grass Newsletter HERE Part of the Digitent Podcast Network Find us at: IG: @grandrevecreative Twitter: @grass_podcast Email: …

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S1E27: Next job disruptor, quantum? 19:27

2M ago19:27

19:27

Will we cede jobs to quantum computing next? 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. We may not time travel anytime soon, but quantum computing may go mainstream among businesses within a decade. What is this technology that inspires science-f…

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S1E118: Are carbon emissions from wars and militaries finally getting attention? 16:39

2M ago16:39

16:39

The role of militaries, and conflicts, in driving global warming can no longer be ignored. 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. Even in peace times, militaries are huge emitters of the greenhouse gases that drive global…

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