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CNA938 Rewind - From habit to handcuffs: the real cost of vaping in Singapore

CNA938 Rewind

Two vape-related cases recently made headlines – one man jailed for eight weeks, eight times the original sentence after a court-ordered review, and a woman became the first to be jailed for skipping mandatory rehab after being caught with a Kpod. What does this harsher approach signal for future cases? Daniel Martin speaks with Jennifer Chih, Senior Partner of Nair, Jen & Tan LLC.

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CNA938 Rewind - What is this 'Board of Peace' Singapore has been invited to join?

Singapore has been invited by the U.S to join President Donald Trump’s “board of peace”, an initiative initially meant to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza, and has since taken on the larger role of tackling global conflicts. Daniel Martin discusses further with Dr Ngoei Wen-Qing, Associate Professor of History and Associate Dean at the College of Integrative Studies, SMU.

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CNA938 Rewind - WP not choosing next LO; does the position disappear?

The Workers’ Party has rejected Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s invitation to nominate another elected MP as Leader of the Opposition. The party’s Central Executive Committee says it is ‘unable to accept’ the invitation, as the party has its own established processes for elected leadership. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Chong Ja Ian, Associate Professor of Political Science at NUS.

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CNA938 Rewind - Tariffs, Turmoil and Trump: One year into his return to power

One year into US President Donald Trump’s second term, power has become the defining theme of his presidency. From sweeping global tariffs and shock moves on Greenland and Venezuela, to tensions with China over chips, pressure on the Federal Reserve, and growing domestic unrest, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman examine how Mr Trump is reshaping America’s role at home and abroad, and what risks lie ahead with Jon Lieber, Head of Research and Managing Director for US, Eurasia Group  

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CNA938 Rewind - Japan’s snap vote: New PM Sanae Takaichi puts leadership to the test

Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has called a rare snap election on 8 Feb, just months after taking office. It’s a high-stakes move to convert soaring approval ratings into a stronger mandate amid economic strain, rising costs of living and regional uncertainty. Analysts say the poll could reshape Japan’s political balance and test whether voters endorse her leadership and policies. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out more with Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Principal at Pendulum Geopolitical Advisory.

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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - The Wellness Hour – Helping your child adjust to schools handphone ban 

From the start of the school year, Singapore has tightened the rules on secondary students screen usage – fully banning smartphones during all school hours. How can parents and educators help youths adjust meaningfully? Hui Wong speaks with Dr Beron Tan, Child Psychologist at A Private Space to find out more. 

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