CNA938 Rewind - Singapore considers easing maintenance rules for conserved buildings
Singapore authorities are studying ways to simplify routine maintenance for owners of conserved buildings, including potentially removing approval requirements for certain minor works. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng look at how Singapore can make heritage conservation easier without compromising the historical authenticity of its architectural landmarks with Dr Imran Tajudeen, Senior Lecturer, Department of Architecture, College of Design and Engineering, NUS
CNA938 Rewind - The Big Question: Can Singaporeans get used to standing on both sides of the escalator?
For years, we've been told to keep left on escalators and leave the right side clear for people in a hurry. But now, SMRT is trialling something different. At City Hall and Raffles Place MRT stations, commuters are being encouraged to stand on both sides. The idea is to make better use of escalator space and improve safety. Can we kick the old habit and adopt this new practice? And how will it impact escalator efficiency? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng find out with Dr Adrian Wang, Behavioural Psych, Dr Adrian Wang Psychiatric & Counselling Care
CNA938 Rewind - Ukraine peace talks: can the US bridge the divide between Russia and Ukraine?
The latest US-mediated peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have ended without a major breakthrough, with disputes over territory, security guarantees and Europe's wider security order still unresolved. As President Donald Trump pushes for a deal, can Washington bring Moscow and Kyiv closer to an agreement? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine the biggest obstacles to peace and whether a compromise is within reach with Klaus Larres, Distinguished Professor and Adjunct Professor of the Curriculum in Peace, War and Defense, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
CNA938 Rewind - Live x: Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran resigns
Indonesia's Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has reportedly resigned amid questions over his eligibility to hold office. What does this mean for President Prabowo Subianto's political alliance with former president Joko Widodo, and who could replace Gibran? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with CNA's Indonesia Senior Correspondent Saifulbahri Ismail about the political fallout and what happens next.
CNA938 Rewind - Market Brief (12/11): Can Nvidia’s earnings revive Wall Street’s tech rally as AI doubts grow?
On today's markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with Aadil Ebrahim, Group Head of Equities, Klay Group
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