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Daily Cuts - Candidates announced for Indonesia's Presidential election

Candidates for Indonesia’s presidency and vice-presidency have been announced with a three-cornered fight taking place – the first in 15 years. The stiffer competition means candidates will have to develop strong programmes to win over more than 200 million voters as they head to the polls next February. But this could also lead to polarisation within Indonesian society. CNA938’s Arnold Gay and Andrea Heng spoke with Dr Deasy Simand-juntak, Associate Fellow, Indonesia Studies Programme, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute. She told us how this election will differ from the last three-horse race in 2009.

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Daily Cuts - Goh Chok Tong Enable Awards

Celebrating Singaporeans who defy the odds! The Goh Chok Tong Enable Awards recognises fourteen people with disabilities for their achievements and their potential to succeed. Awards under the PROMISE category also went to individuals who showed promise in advancing their areas of talent, and a willingness to serve the community. Susan Ng and Andrea Heng spoke with one of the recipients of this award - Nicolette Koh, co-founder, NP Supportify  

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Daily Cuts - Indonesia Presidential Debate Preview

Indonesia’s presidential candidates gear up for the first debate today. Susan Ng and Andrea Heng find out what voters will be looking out for with Julia Lau, Senior Fellow and Co-coordinator, Indonesia Studies Programme, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute

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Daily Cuts - WHO says situation in Gaza is "catastrophic"

Qatar says Israel's bombardment of Gaza is "narrowing the window" for a new truce. Asia First's Justine Moss and Andrea Heng speak with Lawrence Rubin, Associate Professor, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology, on the latest developments.

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Daily Cuts - How to protect yourself from bird flu this travel season

Singapore suspends poultry from certain countries due to bird flu. Asia First's Justine Moss and Andrea Heng ask Dr Yvonne Su, Assoc Prof, Emerging Infectious Diseases Programme, Duke-NUS Medical School, on how that may impact you   

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Daily Cuts - Make-A-Wish X Shopee bring festive cheers

Shopee and Make-A-Wish Singapore are partnering up for the festive season to fulfil the wish of a 10-year-old battling leukaemia. Asia First's Justine Moss and Andrea Heng find out more from Hazlina Halim, CEO, Make A Wish Foundation and Sienna Chan, Lead for Brand and Partnerships of Shopee Singapore

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