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Daily Cuts - 10 years of BRI but was it a success?

The third Belt and Road Forum has come to a close. Over 130 countries were represented at the two-day summit in the capital Beijing. In his speech, President Xi Jinping promised foreign companies more access to the Chinese market. He also pledged more than $100 billion in new financing for other developing economies. Prof Shahar Hameiri from the School of Political Science and International Studies at the University of Queensland tells Arnold & Andrea if the BRI has been a success. 

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Daily Cuts - Blooming from Bloomr.SG

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Celine Leong, a local influencer and alumnus of Mediacorp's Bloomr.SG MCN Accelerator programme, about her content creation journey so far.

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Daily Cuts - Commentary: Money-changers have their own fintech disruption to grapple with

Thinking of buying Japanese yen or Malaysian ringgit while exchange rates are good? Even with the rise of popular apps like Wise or YouTrip, money-changers still have a role to play. Joining us is commentary author, Assistant Professor of Finance Aurobindo Ghosh, from the Singapore Management University.

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Daily Cuts - What can condo residents do about high maintenance fees?

A recent CNA report highlighted a dispute over an upcoming condominium’s maintenance fees. Owners of the Dairy Farm Residences claim their maintenance fees were increased significantly, compared to what was advertised. We find out what condo residents can do if they face similar concerns. Joining us is Professor Sumit Agarwal, Professor of Finance, Economics and Real Estate at NUS Business School.

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Daily Cuts - Possible truce between Israel and Hamas

Hamas says a truce agreement with Israel is in sight, raising hopes of a de-escalation of the conflict in Gaza. The deal will include swapping Israeli hostages with Palestinian prisoners. Qatar has said that good progress has been made, with only minor differences left unresolved. Officials had described challenges as “just logistical.” The White House is also optimistic about securing a deal. Joining us is Dr Eyal Mayroz, Senior Lecturer, Peace and Conflict Studies, The University of Sydney.

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Daily Cuts - Creating a sustainable Sentosa

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Justine Moss speak with Lee Cheh Hsien, Divisional Director, Planning, Sentosa Development Corporation, about their next steps in helping the island become a sustainable tourist spot.

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