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Smoking samsui woman mural saga: How much sway does the public have on artwork?
Season 5 Episode 15
A mural of a young samsui woman smoking led to weeks of discussion about the artwork and the approval process. When it comes to public art, how can a…
2 years, 1 month ago
CPF nomination: Are there safeguards against ill intentions?
Season 5 Episode 14
Singaporean Audrey Fang, who was found dead in Spain, had nominated her alleged killer to be the beneficiary of her Central Provident Fund (CPF) sav…
2 years, 1 month ago
Will increasing surcharges kill off demand for metered taxis?
Season 5 Episode 13
The taxi industry in Singapore has undergone major shifts since the rise of ride-hailing apps, with passengers swapping standing in line for confirm…
2 years, 2 months ago
Why is it so hard to get recycling right in Singapore?
Season 5 Episode 12
Singapore has reduced its waste but domestic recycling rates are falling, according to the latest data by the National Environment Agency. Why aren't…
2 years, 2 months ago
When flights run into trouble, how much money should you get?
Season 5 Episode 11
Some passengers of SQ321 were given cash advances in light of injuries when the aircraft experienced severe turbulence. Are all airlines obliged to c…
2 years, 2 months ago
Battling against easy access to sexual content on social media
Season 5 Episode 10
X, formerly Twitter, recently announced its official policy to allow consensual production and distribution of adult content. While the company says …
2 years, 2 months ago
What will it take for people to pay more for locally produced vegetables?
Season 5 Episode 9
Food security is a critical issue for Singapore because it imports more than 90 per cent of its produce. The 30 by 30 goal - to grow 30 per cent of f…
2 years, 3 months ago
Should we preserve heritage businesses which are not viable?
Season 5 Episode 8
The closure of Thambi magazine store after 80 years was met with shock and sadness. But is it unrealistic to expect heritage businesses to survive in…
2 years, 3 months ago
Why do employers still need MCs as proof of illness?
Season 5 Episode 7
The Ministry of Health is looking to curb the "excessive issuance" of medical certificates (MCs), especially by telemedicine doctors, following feedb…
2 years, 3 months ago
PM Lawrence Wong's Cabinet lineup is geared towards the next General Election
Season 5 Episode 6
Newly appointed Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced his Cabinet line-up ahead of his inauguration. Why didn't he pick a 4G peer as his deputy? An…
2 years, 3 months ago