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Daily Cuts - Surprise UK election: Rishi Sunak’s big gamble

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called for a general election, quieting months of speculation while also drawing reactions of surprise. The fragmented Conservatives may not be able to hold on to power after 14 years as Labour continues to stay ahead in the polls – Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman take a look at the potential outcomes on Asia First with Professor Bruce Wilson, Director, European Union Centre of Excellence, Social Equity Research Centre, School of Global, Urban and Social Studies, RMIT University.

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Daily Cuts - Driving to Johor? You’ll need the new VEP device from October 1st

From October 1st, all foreign-registered vehicles entering Malaysia from Singapore by land will be required to register and activate their Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) RFID tags – or risk incurring a fine of RM2,000. Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Desmond Chan, editor, sgCarMart to tell you what you need to know.

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Daily Cuts - How mandatory national service can unite a nation

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged to revive the country’s national service mandate if his Conservative Party wins the July 4th election – it comes as the UK’s volunteer army dwindles in number. But how does it actually unite a nation and can Mr Sunak succeed? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Alan Chong, Senior Fellow, RSIS for more insights on Asia First.

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Daily Cuts - Help or hinder: What formal recognition of Palestine does for the war in Gaza

Ireland, Norway and Spain have formally recognised Palestine’s statehood, sparking anger from Israel. Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Anas Iqtait, Lecturer, Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies, Australian National University to discuss the significance of this move and how it will actually help achieve peace in Gaza.

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Daily Cuts - Are Singaporeans overmedicated? What you risk by popping too many pills

Data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that one in five adults aged 40 to 79 is taking five or more prescription medications – and medical experts are sounding the alarm, citing studies that show such consumption rates can have dangerous and detrimental effects. Are Singaporeans at risk too? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Kelvin Goh, Family Physician and Medical Lead, United Primary Care Network on Asia First to find out more.

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Daily Cuts - Health Retreats – Deborah Lee

Melanie Oliveiro speaks to Health and Wellness Coach, Deborah Lee about the Health Retreats she has curated. What do the programmes entail and where are they held? Listen in as she takes you on a rejuvenating journey.

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