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CNA938 Rewind - The psychology behind parasocial relationships

CNA938 Rewind

"Parasocial" is the Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year, defined as a relationship felt by someone between themselves and a famous person they do not know. Its examples include the parasocial interest displayed by fans when singer Taylor Swift and American footballer Travis Kelce announced their engagement. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng look at how parasocial relationships are formed and the line between celebrity fanaticism and parasocial behaviour with Dr Joel Yang, Clinical Psychologist, Mind What Matters

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CNA938 Rewind - Eat, Drink, Singapore - PAUL’s Christmas Menu

It’s about that time of year when your friend or family group chat starts buzzing about holiday potluck plans. Susan Ng dives into a festive lineup filled with bold flavours and stunning desserts with David Yang, CEO of PAUL Asia-Pacific.

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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - Bringing the bathhouse culture at Nowhere Baths

Bathhouse culture has long celebrated the art of doing nothing to reset the body. Now, that ritual and sense of calm can be experienced in a new wellness space at Nowhere Baths in Dempsey. Susan Ng speaks with Sarah Chan and Derrick Foo, the founders of Nowhere Baths on why this could be the wellness space people may need. 

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CNA938 Rewind - A Letter to Myself: Winston Wong may have lost his hearing but he found perseverance and purpose

When he was 10, Winston Wong was told he had to use hearing aids — a development that started years of bullying by schoolmates. Despite the mental and emotional struggles, Winston excelled in his studies and thanks to a life-shaping experience at a scholarship ceremony, he discovered his ability to make a difference in the lives of others in the differently-abled community. Today, Winston is a tireless advocate for individuals with disabilities and helps prepare them for the job market. Winston shares the most valuable and empowering lessons he's gained on his journey.

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CNA938 Rewind - Smart Locks, Real Headaches: Are Cheap Online Models Locking Singaporeans Out?

They promise face scans and tap-to-enter, but more homeowners are calling locksmiths—and some are switching back to keys—after bargain smart locks bought online glitch, drain batteries, or lack after-sales support. Andrea Heng and Susan Ng unpack why these devices fail, the risks (and realities) of biometric door tech, and a simple checklist to balance convenience with reliability before you buy—or when your lock goes dead with Helena Huang, Associate Research Fellow, Executive Deputy Chairman’s Office, RSIS, NTU

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CNA938 Rewind - Stock take today: Tech rally cools, markets digest surprise jobs data

On the daily markets analysis on Open For Business, Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer and Founder of FedWatch Advisors 

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