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Daily Cuts - Do our pets really need psychiatric medication? Here’s what not to do

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Pets in Singapore are being prescribed psychiatric medication and vets say it can lead to a better quality of life. In the US, data shows a rise in prescriptions for antidepressants, anti-anxiety medication and mood stabilisers for dogs. But animal doctors here warn pet owners not to self-medicate in any situation. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Brian Loon, Principal Veterinarian, Amber Vet

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Daily Cuts - #TalkBack: Are you afraid of your robot vacuums catching fire?

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Kelvyn Ong, Fire Safety Specialist and Managing Director, King Fire, about whether we should leave our robot vacuums on all day.

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Daily Cuts - How effective would a temporary ban be in mitigating deepfake risks?

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Ian Lim, Regional Chief Security Officer for Asia Pacific, Palo Alto Networks, about the effectiveness of a temporary ban in mitigating the risks of deepfakes.

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Daily Cuts - Crocodile sighting near Yishun Dam: What's next?

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Kannan Raja, President, Herpetological Society of Singapore, about the crocodile that was recently sighted near the Yishun Dam, and what could happen to it upon being caught.

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Daily Cuts - Zoolympix: Where Sports Meets Nature

Melanie Oliveiro finds out more about where parents can bring their children to experience Zoolympix, a signature event held at the Singapore Zoo and River Wonders, where the spirit of sports meets the wild wonders of nature.  Ongoing until 25th August 2024, listeners can find out how the young and young at heart can engage in fun and interactive activities for example: activities inspired by the impressive weightlifting abilities of elephants. Apart from accessing the Zoolympix Challenge Booklet, families can also visit The Champions Village offering fringe activities like hands-on crafting a Zoolympix torch.

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Daily Cuts - 'The Invisible Pangolin': A Must-See for Kids

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with the director and playwright of the play ‘The Invisible Pangolin’. This hour-long children’s production – staged at Gateway Theatre - follows the story of Penny the Sunda Pangolin, as she navigates her anxiety in school and her fear of being seen by others. Through witnessing her trials and triumphs, the audience can expect to walk away with insights into the value of friendship, the importance of being inclusive, the art of saying “no” in an uncomfortable situation.

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