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CNA938 Rewind - Trump’s tariff wall 2.0? U.S. launches two new trade probes

Just weeks after the US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs, Washington has launched two new trade probes that could reshape global supply chains. One targets 16 economies over manufacturing excess capacity, while a second, broader investigation looks at 60 economies over goods allegedly produced with forced labour. Could they lead to a new wave of tariffs or import bans? Or are they mainly leverage in negotiations? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out from Chris Humphrey, Executive director, EU-Asean Business Council 

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CNA938 Rewind - #TalkBack Crisis Conversations (Ep2): Is the Strait of Malacca next?

With US-Iran talks back on the table, the ongoing blockade and shipping disruptions are already driving congestion and rerouting. Are we likely to see higher prices on e-commerce platforms, and should consumers expect longer delivery times? Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Samer Elhajjar, senior marketing lecturer at the National University of Singapore Business School.

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CNA938 Rewind - Curated Women’s Fashion - She Creates Stories & Desti Saint Handbags

In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with two vendors from Island Atelier, a curated shopping experience happening at W Singapore Sentosa Cove from 17th - 18th April 2026. Rebecca Metcalfe of ‘She Creates Stories’ will talk about how she runs her very own curated women’s fashion brand that is well suited for warm climates. Desti Saint, founder of her eponymous brand - a luxury handbag label – will describe how each creation comes in Italian-standard leather and hand-etched natural stones.

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CNA938 Rewind - The Story of Children's Author Sherri Eri & Devoted Husband Rush

In ‘Made in SG’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with local author Sherriza Hareani or Sherri Eri, a visually impaired writer of nine children’s books and her husband Rashul Rahman. Sherri will talk about what inspired titles like “I Am Not an Owl, Or Am I?” and “The Fart Brigade” – and how they are also available as audiobooks and video books, aimed at visually impaired children. Rashul will talk about how he put aside his career as a sound engineer to delve into the unfamiliar worlds of children’s books and digital marketing.

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CNA938 Rewind - Travel Around South Africa with Dr Bernie

In ‘Destination Anywhere’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Dr Bernie van der Linde—editor, freelance travel journalist, and professional adventure-seeker behind travel blog Travel Buddies Lifestyle about exploring rugged coastlines and majestic terrain in South Africa. Have you heard of the charming old fishing village in Paternoster and the historical Soetmelksvlei farm that showcases the self-sufficient lifestyle of the Boland farmers? If not, it's about time to tune into this conversation with the very affable Dr Bernie!

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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - Turning health data into better health

We’re tracking more of our health than ever — steps, sleep, stress — but what really matters? Cheryl Goh speaks with Marcus Soo, CEO and co-founder of Actxa, on how small signals from everyday tracking — like sleep, activity and stress — can help people spot early warning signs and build healthier habits, without feeling overwhelmed by the numbers.

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