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Daily Cuts - Amateur Takes Control – A Singaporean Instrumental Band Rocking the Region

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In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with bassist Isa Ong and guitarist Field Teo, members of the instrumental Singaporean rock band Amateur Takes Control. They will talk about the band’s new album ‘A Pale Decrepit Dot’ which comes nearly a decade after their previous full-length release. They’ll discuss the themes addressed in the 7-track album which include personal expressions of grief, confusion, anger and resilience. Discover more Singaporean music and musicians - like Amateur Takes Control - at Hear65.com an initiative by the National Arts Council, produced by independent music media company Bandwagon.

 

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Daily Cuts - German Elections 2025: How will it impact its economy?

The conservative Christian Democrats Union and Christian Social Union have won the national election with 28.6 percent of the vote. But the election comes at a time where the German economy contracted for a second straight year in 2024. Susan Ng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Frederick Kliem, Director, Southeast Asia, EICN, The Economist Group to find out what Friedrich Merz is in for as he takes office.

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Daily Cuts - #TalkBack: Fewer graduates getting full-time employment - is it by choice?

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Adrian Choo, CEO and Founder of Career Agility International, to discuss why fewer fresh graduates are getting full-time employment.

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Daily Cuts - 4000 jobs leaving DBS due to AI

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Dr Ng Weiyi, Assistant Professor from the Department of Strategy and Policy at the NUS Business School on DBS Group's latest announcements on its plans to cut 4,000 contract and temporary staff over the next three years, amid an AI push.

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Daily Cuts - Budget 2025: Will you actually use your SG Culture Pass?

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Gaurav Kripalani, artistic director of the Singapore Repertory Theatre on the new SG Culture Pass announced during Budget 2025. 

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Daily Cuts - The Wellness Hour - A Detox Retreat 

If you’re looking for a reset, you can choose to undergo detox and weight management programs, in a sanctuary of lush greenery located 90 minutes south of Manila in the Philippines. From guided fasts to mindful movement, get set for a time of healing and rejuvenation at the wellness sanctuary known as The Farm at San Benito. Cheryl Goh speaks to Dr. Marian Alonzo, Medical Chief at The Farm at San Benito about the experience.

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