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CNA938 Rewind - A Letter to Myself: Caring for her brother with special needs inspired Isabelle Lee to become a speech therapist

CNA938 Rewind

Isabelle Lee, 19, is on her way to becoming a speech therapist — a decision fuelled by her experience as a dedicated caregiver to her younger brother who has special needs. But when she was younger, Isabelle felt unseen. It's an experience that has been dubbed "glass children syndrome", when the siblings of individuals with special needs feel like their own emotional needs are being overlooked — as though they were made of glass. In this conversation, Isabelle and her mother, Janice, share how their relationship has healed and grown stronger through the challenges of caring for a family member with special needs.

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CNA938 Rewind - On his first overseas trip, Australian PM Albanese touches down in Singapore

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will be in Singapore as part of his first international trip, after clinching a second term in office. Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin discuss with James Chin, Professor of Asian Studies, University of Tasmania, what could be on the agenda for Mr Albanese’s stopover here.

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CNA938 Rewind - Redefining Beachfront Retreats - the Story Behind Oshom Bali

In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks to a luxury travel director in Europe who is now the founder of one of Bali’s most buzzworthy openings of 2025. Daisy Angus, founder of Oshom Bali, talks about her brand new luxury beachfront boutique hotel located in the heart of Bali’s Nuanu Creative City. Angus, who has a decade of experience in luxury hospitality, will recount the story behind Oshom: from its creative concept to fleshing-out its design-led experiences up to opening day. She’ll also talk about how Nuanu Creative City is reshaping Bali’s cultural and ecological landscape.

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CNA938 Rewind - "To the Last Gram" - Putting Anorexia in the Spotlight using Comics

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro focuses on the local comic “To the Last Gram”, a fictional young adult coming-of-age story about living with an eating disorder (ED). Put out by publisher Difference Engine, “To the Last Gram” is written by Shreya Davies and illustrated by Vanessa Wong. Written from the perspective of the protagonist Divya, the comic unpacks the lived experience of ED – how it impacts family members and affects those who grow up in diet-free households. Wong and Davies will also discuss Divya's emotional and mental journey via the captivating illustrations and unique writing style.

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CNA938 Rewind - Teaching with a Twist - Meet Singapore’s TikTok Educators

In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with two local TikTok personalities - who double-up as educators - on the popular social media platform. BioGirl MJ (@justkeepthinking), co-founder and host of the science channel 'Just Keep Thinking' talks about how her lessons focus on bite-sized videos about science and wildlife. Math Tutor May (@maythematics) who is the founder of math tuition centre 'Maythematics', talks about her role as an educator and content creator who provides valuable tips and solutions to students.

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CNA938 Rewind - Questo Cibo Sa Di Casa! Dine in your very own Italian home

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to eat and live like an Italian? At this cozy Italian restaurant, they want to fill your hearts with food that makes you feel like an Italian at heart. All while enjoying Singapore’s skyline 43 storeys above ground. Hui Wong gets more from Andrea De Paola, Executive Chef at Altro Zafferano

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