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CNA938 Rewind - The Big Question: Has the stronger Malaysian ringgit killed your JB weekend?

CNA938 Rewind

The Malaysian ringgit has strengthened significantly against the Singapore dollar, nearing about RM3 per S$1. A stronger ringgit would make cross-border trips and shopping in Johor Bahru relatively costlier for Singaporeans than before. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman look at what’s been driving this rally and how much impact the stronger ringgit has on travel flows to Malaysia, especially Johor Bahru. For that, they speak with Lavanya Venkateswaran, Senior ASEAN Economist, OCBC and Phil Goh, JB resident.

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CNA938 Rewind - No more caged lorries to transport workers in construction, but that doesn't mean you won't see them at the back of some other form of vehicle

From 2027, Singapore will ban caged lorries from transporting workers, citing safety concerns during accidents. So how will this move improve protection for workers, and what safer alternatives will replace them? Daniel Martin finds out from Michael Lim, Director, Migrant Workers' Centre. #SGToday

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CNA938 Rewind - I Believe in a Thing Called THE DARKNESS

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Justin Hawkins, lead singer-songwriter & guitarist from iconic British rock band The Darkness. Hawkins will talk about their signature rock classics that have endeared fans old and new to their music. He’ll also comment on how the music industry and audiences have changed over the years – from AI-produced tunes and TikTok singers to people cellphone-taping their shows instead of being in the moment. The Darkness will be staging their first gig in Singapore on March 11th 2026 at Capitol Theatre.

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CNA938 Rewind - SG Women in Tech – a cna938 International Women’s Day Special

In ‘Made in SG’ - and in recognition of International Women’s Day - Melanie Oliveiro speaks to two women who endeavor to make a difference in their professional fields – in the world of IT and tech. They are Heng Huey Lih from IT company Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Dr Pey June Tan from NCS Singapore, the technology services firm. Both will talk about building confidence and credibility in different tech roles – be it research-led or partnering and growing ecosystems while spanning diverse markets. Both will also talk about what is being done to help advance women in their companies.

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CNA938 Rewind - Enrol Your Child in Enrichment Camps – Overseas!

In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Gladys Soh and Mathieu Beth Tan about their company Gosh!KidsGo!, a creative arts school. Soh and Tan will describe what inspired them to lead overseas experiential learning camps for children and families — and why these immersive journeys are growing in popularity among Singaporean parents. They’ll also list the countries they’ve been to with their kiddy clients and what immersive learning journeys await them.

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CNA938 Rewind - A Letter to Myself: Lawyer and former Ms Singapore Universe, Nuraliza Osman on embracing her differences as strengths, the wisdom of forgiveness, and more

Nuraliza Osman doesn't do life by half measures. She is an accomplished corporate lawyer, a former Miss Singapore Universe winner (2002), a board member of Make-A-Wish Singapore, and in 2012 set the then-national record for free-diving. Nura shares the experiences that shaped her zest for life and sense of independence, why she feels strongly for children-related causes (including some of the most heart-warming experiences she's had with them), and what she'd write in her letter to her younger self.

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