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CNA938 Rewind - US government shutdown: What is it and why it matters

The US government officially shut down at midnight on October 1 after the Senate failed to pass either the Republican stopgap funding bill or the Democratic counterproposal. Many federal agencies have begun furloughing staff while key health agencies will see up to 41% of their workforce sidelined. Hairianto Diman and Syahida Othman find out how the shutdown affects consumers and what the likeliest resolution is with Lester Munson, Principal and Managing Director, International Practice, BGR Government Affairs

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CNA938 Rewind - Can F1 keep up with Singapore's priorities?

It’s a wrap on Singapore’s 16th Formula One Grand Prix, with Mercedes driver George Russell clinching his first-ever win. Over 300,000 people attended the three-day event this past weekend, about 11.7 per cent more than last year. Daniel Martin discusses further with Benjamin Cassim, Senior Lecturer for Hospitality & Tourism Management, School of Business, Temasek Polytechnic.

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CNA938 Rewind - SG-JB cross-border vehicle clampdown: over 100 vehicles impounded here

Singapore and Malaysian authorities are clamping down on illegal cross-border transport services, with 10 more vehicles being impounded - bringing the total to 102 since July this year. Daniel Martin discusses further with Raven Lee, Executive Secretary of the National Private Hire Vehicles Association (NPHVA).

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CNA938 Rewind - Fragile path to a Gaza truce: ceasefire talk between the US, Israel & Hamas

Hamas officials are in Egypt, ahead of talks with Israel that the U.S hopes will lead to a halt in fighting and the freeing of hostages in Gaza. Daniel Martin discusses further with Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director, Terra Corporate Affairs.

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CNA938 Rewind - US gov in lay-off limbo: domestic impact & global ripples

The Trump administration could start mass lay-offs of federal workers, if talks with congressional Democrats to end the U.S government shutdown stall. Daniel Martin discusses further with Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director, Terra Corporate Affairs.

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CNA938 Rewind - Exploring Spain’s Lesser-Known Cities and Regions Part 1

In Destination Anywhere, Tay Soo Sien and show producer Vaisali Prabhakaran speak with Shu Qin, who goes by Shuutravels on social media, about discovering Spain beyond the typical tourist trail. Shu Qin takes us from Tarragona’s Roman ruins and the sun-soaked beaches of Costa Blanca to the vineyards of Priorat, the iconic Alhambra in Granada, and the vibrant streets of Seville and Córdoba. Along the way, she shares hidden gems, local delicacies, and travel tips for making the most of Spain’s diverse landscapes, culture, and history.

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