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How can Singapore beat the heat and high electricity prices without aircon?
Season 2 Episode 37
Improving people’s ability to withstand hotter weather is one part of Singapore’s adaptation plan.
Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the mon…
6 months ago
Should I buy silver?
Season 2 Episode 39
Is silver a safe haven for investors like gold and will its price rise due to war?
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head st…
6 months ago
India's $70 billion spiritual market fueled by bhajan clubbing
Season 2 Episode 68
Discover how bhajan clubbing is transforming devotional music in India.
Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with …
6 months ago
New IP rider rules just kicked in. Are you actually better or worse off?
Season 1 Episode 89
If you have private medical insurance, April 1 would have been on your radar.
Private health insurers have put out new Integrated Shield Plan (IP) ri…
6 months, 1 week ago
Does a degree still guarantee a good full-time job?
Season 1 Episode 69
The first woman to lead a university in Singapore discusses how SMU is adapting to AI and different forms of employment.
Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The…
6 months, 1 week ago
Is there a silver lining for China as war rages in the Middle East?
Season 2 Episode 67
With Washington distracted and opportunities in clean energy, Beijing might have the last laugh
Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Strai…
6 months, 1 week ago
How can recycling be sexy?
Season 1 Episode 88
Will lucky draws, monetary rewards or ‘sticks’ work when it comes to getting Singapore residents to recycle?
A new recycling initiative called the Be…
6 months, 1 week ago
Trading cards: Childhood hobby, investment asset or a gateway to gambling?
Season 1 Episode 68
Are these cards really that bad? Could playing with them lead to gambling?
Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Iran’s war machine can only last a few more weeks: Expert
Season 2 Episode 66
Depleting its own military resources and antagonising Arab neighbours may be a cost too high for the regime to bear.
Synopsis: Every third Friday of …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Should the Government fund condo repairs?
Season 1 Episode 87
)More than 1,000 private residential developments in Singapore are hitting their 30s, and some are starting to show signs of wear and tear.
But if re…
6 months, 2 weeks ago