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Daily Cuts - Thriving in the emotional wilderness

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with John Lim - Speaker, Registered Social Worker and author of "Take Heart: Thriving in the Emotional Wilderness". He’ll talk about what inspired him to write the book about a young man who attended to his depression by using “call to action” ways – like unlearning what society teaches us. He also discusses how he counsels youths with mental distress as well as working with families and individuals facing severe distress in their lives.

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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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