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Meet Me There: CNA’s social experiment puts 8 Singaporean relationships to the test
A cryptic note sends people searching for a loved one, relying solely on shared memories that do not always align. Meet Me There uncovers how relationships are shaped by places and emotional truths, and tested by moments of doubt.
Investigative Stories
Can you make an emotional connection with a digital partner? Four Singaporeans find out
Programmable according to your preferences, AI chatbots may seem appealing — particularly in a country where one in 10 people report not having a close friend. CNA series Besties puts AI-human friendship to the test.
Life Hacks
Overcoming
More than half of China’s adults are overweight or obese. It must now beat the bulge, or else
If current trends continue, about 70 per cent of Chinese adults could be overweight or obese by 2030, which will put a strain on medical resources. CNA’s Insight looks at how Beijing is making weight control a national priority.
Exclusive Access
Sex, lies and loyalty tests: Meet the detectives policing modern Indian love lives
Love brings hope — and uncertainty too. As more Indians seek reassurance before and after embarking on marriage, private detectives are stepping in to verify trust and, sometimes, quietly contain scandals, CNA’s Love Auditors finds.
Asian Politics
Why Japan’s right wing is on the rise and what it means for the country
Frustration with Japan’s ruling elite, among other things, has fuelled the growth of a party that began on the fringes. CNA’s Insight finds out why its right-wing message resonates with its supporters and what others are starting to fear.
Our Planet
Asia’s real masters of the sea, from Indonesia’s forgotten kingdom to Vietnam’s ancient empire
The Mark Of Empire follows the traces of Asia’s maritime civilisations, from Srivijaya to Sulu, exploring how they continue to shape faith, identity and craft today. Here’s why the series will grab you.