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Budget 2026: Will AI lead to more inequality?
Season 1 Episode 83
The conversation over the key announcement from Budget 2026 continues.
On Feb 12, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled a record $154.7 billion Budge…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Strategic calculations behind India's trade deals flurry
Season 2 Episode 61
India's new trade pacts with the EU and US, and the big question: Will Delhi revisit its decision to abandon RCEP?
Synopsis: The Straits Times’ senio…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Budget 2026: Why is Singapore betting big on AI?
Season 1 Episode 82
The strong push towards artificial intelligence and support for vulnerable groups such as lower-income families were two big themes that emerged at B…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Temporary or permanent relief? The future of CDC vouchers
Season 1 Episode 65
Government support measures like CDC vouchers were meant to cushion soaring inflation. But are they fiscally sustainable? Economist Song Seng Wun and…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Is it safe to exercise with joint pain? An orthopaedic surgeon explains
Season 1 Episode 146
Resting too much can weaken muscles, worsening joint pain in the long run, says an expert.
Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times helps you make se…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Hong Kong’s tolerance for shortcuts has turned deadly
Season 2 Episode 60
Hong Kong prides itself on being a first world city. So how did such a thing like the Tai Po fire happen?
Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, T…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
She became a plumber, he chose the woodworking life. What drew them to blue-collared work?
Season 1 Episode 81
When it comes to charting their career paths, it’s likely most young Singaporeans would opt for white-collared jobs.
Hands-on skilled trades? Not so …
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Dr Becky, millennial parent whisperer, has thoughts on screentime and modern parenting
Season 1 Episode 64
Unsure you want kids? Dr Becky, who speaks to The Straits Times, has a message for you.
Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look …
6 months ago
From Greenland to deep sea mining: Is geopolitics killing climate action?
Season 2 Episode 33
Yes, it’s a scary time. But more than ever we need to talk about climate and nature.
Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Strai…
6 months ago
Investing in stocks or stuff?
Season 2 Episode 35
Is it better to buy stocks or invest in tangible things?
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finan…
6 months ago