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Daily Cuts - The mid year examination conundrum

Daily Cuts - The mid year examination conundrum
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19 Jun 2023 02:26PM
14 mins

This year is the first time that all primary and secondary school students did not have to sit for their mid-year examinations before the June holidays. The Education Ministry made this change to encourage students to focus more on learning rather than solely on grades. But why are students’ faces in the books again in spite of this? CNA's Stanley Leong finds out more about the "mock MYE" trend from Darrell Er, Founder of OVERMUGGED.

Daily Cuts - The people behind Sapphire Windows

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Sean Liew, the General Manager of Sapphire Windows, a window installation service and window and door supplier. What goes on behind closed doors in this local family business, and what are some consumer trends in the industry?

11/09/2023 33 mins

Daily Cuts - The Sun is Up and I Shall Live: A film on caregiving

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Jazmine and Macarius, the director/writer and producer for the film The Sun is Up and I Shall Live, the winner for best short film in the student category. The film delves into the stresses of caregiving – a topic that is close to the hearts of many. Borne out of a Final Year Project in NTU Wee Kim Wee, they’ll talk about the stresses of completing this film and the joy of receiving their award at *SCAPE’s 9th National Youth Film Awards. 

11/09/2023 34 mins

Daily Cuts - US Open 2023: Djokovic, Gauff, and the future of tennis

Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff have been crowned the king and queen of the tennis court at the US Open. With his win, Djokovic claimed his 24th major title, equaling Margaret Court's record set exactly 50 years ago. While 19-year-old Gauff's stunning rise is a sign of even greater things to come for the American prodigy. Matt Fitzgerald, Senior Content Editor of the Tennis Channel, serves up his analysis of what their victories mean for the sport's future.

11/09/2023 12 mins

Daily Cuts - Age is just a number

With her eye-catching silver hair and aura of unflappable cool, Ong Bee Yan turns heads wherever she goes. It’s no surprise then that this 67 year old is a fashion model - she’s done ads for brands including UOB and IT Cosmetics and even the Health Promotion Board. Tune in to listen to Work It's Stanley Leong and Cheryl Goh's conversation with her.

11/09/2023 18 mins

Daily Cuts - 5 more days to the F1 weekend!

5 more days to the Singapore Grand Prix and we are welcoming guests from all around the world. There was a 63% year-on-year increase in flight bookings ahead of the racing event. The Singapore Tourism Board has also planned a ‘Grand Prix Season Singapore’ campaign to make it even more exciting for all. This year’s theme is: ‘Circuit of Festivity’ and there will be precinct parties in 4 locations and race-themed experiences across the city from now till Sunday, 17 Sept. Ong Ling Lee, Executive Director, Sports and Wellness, STB tells us how they'll maintain high visitorship and Andrea and Arnold also speak with Brandon Tay, the local artist behind Revolutions: The GPSS Immersive Experience to find out more about his showcase. 

11/09/2023 14 mins

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