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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - Caffeine helps restore memory function after sleep loss

A new study from the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine suggests that caffeine may do more than fight fatigue - it could also help restore certain memory functions affected by sleep loss. But how much is too much, and when does that daily cup start working against you? Cheryl Goh unpacks the science behind caffeine, its effects on memory and performance, and what this means for daily habits here in Singapore with Dr Wong Lik‑Wei, first and co-corresponding author of the study.

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CNA938 Rewind - A Letter to Myself: How Mark Low, founder of Lau Wang Claypot Delights, found the missing ingredient for success

Mark Low founded Lau Wang Claypot Delights in 2012 at a coffeeshop stall in Yishun — while also having a stake in at least five other businesses concurrently. A few years later, feeling burnt out from being spread too thin, Mark made a critical decision to exit all his businesses — except one. Doing so helped him find the missing ingredient for his eventually success. Today, Lau Wang has nine outlets across the island and is opening its tenth later in 2026. Mark reflects on his journey and shares what he'd say in his letter to his younger self.

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CNA938 Rewind - #TalkBack: Breaking down the 'Zombie Drug' in vapes: Why experts are concerned

Malaysian police recently seized drug-laced vapes containing a liquid drug, furanylfentanyl, in Kuala Lumpur. Authorities warn that the substance is up to 100 times stronger than morphine, carrying a high risk of overdose even in small amounts. Daniel Martin and Elakeyaa Selvaraji discuss further with Dr Alvin Ng, Consultant Respiratory Physician and Intensivist, Farrer Park Hospital.

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CNA938 Rewind - Fitness culture and substance use: A growing norm? #SGToday

In the world of bodybuilding and fitness, supplements like protein powders and shakes are often part of the routine. But at what point does it go too far? We will be looking at drugs and bodybuilding culture; norm or taboo? Daniel Martin finds out more from Tyen Rasif, former bodybuilder and personal trainer. 

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CNA938 Rewind - Parenting and partnership: Is it ever equal? #SGToday

Young Singaporeans are marrying later and the fertility rate hit a new low in 2025. Some say raising children can be delightful, but only if both partners share the load. So when it comes to raising kids in Singapore - has it been an equal partnership for you? Daniel Martin discusses further with Dr Kalpana Vignehsa, Senior Research Fellow, NUS Institute of Policy Studies.

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