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Inside the secret Albatross file on Singapore’s Separation from Malaysia
Season 2 Episode 53
Our guest reveals pioneer leaders’ differing views on Singapore’s Aug 9, 1965 split from Malaysia.
Synopsis: The Straits Times’ chief columnist Sumik…
10 months ago
US in decline; Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine' is worrying Asia
Season 2 Episode 52
Our guest expert explains the Americas-focused doctrine, inspired by the 19th-century Monroe Doctrine’s hemispheric stance.
Synopsis: The Straits Tim…
10 months ago
Why are buyers willing to pay $900,000 for 3-room HDB resale flats?
Season 1 Episode 74
Imagine paying close to a million dollars... for a three-room Housing Board flat.
Some people did, and in the first 11 months of 2025, at least four …
10 months ago
Helping children understand and manage their emotions
Season 1 Episode 143
A psychiatrist's guide to your child's emotional well-being.
Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of …
10 months ago
Unpopular Opinion: Some gifts are clutter and real Christmas trees are overrated
Season 2 Episode 29
We’re not Scrooges, we just want a less wasteful Christmas.
Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat…
10 months, 1 week ago
Should you buy gold now?
Season 2 Episode 31
Gold prices have soared in 2025 but here are things to consider before buying your first gold bar.
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the mont…
10 months, 1 week ago
Taiwan’s message to China: We are not alone
Season 2 Episode 51
The island’s diplomatic space may be shrinking but it wants to engage the world on its own terms
Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Stra…
10 months, 1 week ago
Primary 1 registrations: Should kids be automatically assigned to schools?
Season 1 Episode 73
How far would you go to get your child enrolled at a primary school of your choice?
One woman repeatedly lied about her home address to get her daugh…
10 months, 1 week ago
How to read Trump right and why he and Xi get along
Season 2 Episode 50
Our expert guest explains why he predicts both men will seek good vibes in 2026.
Synopsis: Every third Friday of the month, The Straits Times gets it…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Jasmin Lau and Goh Hanyan on life after GE2025 and their work as first-time politicians
Season 1 Episode 72
It has been about six months since Jasmin Lau and Goh Hanyan stepped into politics after careers in the civil and public service.
Synopsis: Join Nata…
10 months, 2 weeks ago