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Daily Cuts - NDR2024: Reprieve for retrenched workers under new temporary financial support scheme

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Some reprieve for those who are involuntarily unemployed in the form of an interim financial support under an upcoming new scheme. The SkillsFuture Jobseeker Support scheme will provide retrenched workers payouts of up to $6,000 over a maximum period of six months, as they seek out or train for better jobs. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled these details in his maiden National Day Rally speech on Aug 18 with more information about the scheme to be provided in due course by the Manpower Ministry. Hairianto Diman and Patrick Tay, Assistant Secretary-General, NTUC takes a look at how far this scheme will go in helping retrenched workers.

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Daily Cuts - Up, Up, and Away: Discovering Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Melanie Oliveiro finds out about the ongoing exhibition: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry ‘When a Prince takes Flight’ held at Alliance Française de Singapour. Taking up several rooms, the exhibition delves deep into the remarkable life of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, an aviator and World War 2 hero best known as the celebrated author behind the beloved classic, "The Little Prince." Melanie’s guests will discuss his extraordinary legacy by highlighting a rare collection of original artifacts, including first drafts of letter prints and personal belongings – on loan from the Saint-Exupéry Foundation.

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Daily Cuts - The Lifelong Learning Journeys of Local Legends

Melanie Oliveiro finds out more about the unique local stories of Pang Gek Teng, the CEO of Surrey Hills Grocer and Hariss Harun - captain of Singapore's national football team, lifelong learner & real estate agent. Pang will talk about leaving the banking sector to set up her own Australian-inspired grocery business. Harun will talk about how his passion for lifelong learning has geared him towards seeking a business education.

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Daily Cuts - What's new in New Bahru?: Kotuwa

A takeaway option that started during the pandemic, Kotuwa has found a new home in New Bahru. Paying homage to Chef Rishi Naleendra's Sri Lankan roots, it has grown into a restaurant bar that many have grown to love. Work It's Cheryl Goh and Hui Wong speak to Chef Rishi, alongside Head Bartender Ashaka to find out about their latest offerings as they settle into the space.

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Daily Cuts - "Can't find a seat? Bring a chair": Progress of women in Singapore's STEM industry

We've made strides as a nation to encourage more women to join the tech industry in Singapore - but how successful has the progress been? What can we do to save a seat at the table of the STEM industry? Work It's Cheryl Goh and Hui Wong speak with Georgette Tan, PImmediate Past President of United Women Singapore, as well as Bhumika Sharma, APAC Payments Production Management Lead of J.P. Morgan to share with us the journey of shaping women and young girls in STEM.

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Daily Cuts - Is it time to review the value of scholarships?

Some young doctors in Singapore are breaking their bonds to join the lucrative private sector – it’s not uncommon to hear stories of graduates breaking their scholarship bonds, even if it comes at a price. But are the trade-offs worth skipping the long commitment period and notion of obligation? And is it time for us to revisit the terms and conditions of a scholarship? Asia First's Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out more from Vinay Dua, Managing Director, Kariera Group.

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