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Daily Cuts - Woodlands Represent! Akeem Jahat – a Singaporean rapper going from strength-to-strength

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Singaporean bilingual rapper, Akeem Jahat now celebrating the 10th anniversary release of his breakthrough album, a mixtape titled, “SeluDOPE”. Akeem will also talk about his earlier days: how he started rapping in his teens and the issues he addresses in his tracks. Discover more Singaporean music and musicians at Hear65.com an initiative by the National Arts Council, produced by independent music media company Bandwagon.

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Daily Cuts - Heads up drone flyers: here's where you can’t fly

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore has warned against flying drones near Changi Airport. They are running a campaign to educate the public and are employing stricter enforcement in popular drone flying spots. But what does this mean for drone enthusiasts? Nick Lin, Owner of Skyscapist, an aerial photography and videography company dives deeper with Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Joel Chua.

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Daily Cuts - The clock is ticking on TikTok in the US

US President Joe Biden has signed into law a bill that gives TikTok’s parent company ByteDance an ultimatum: sell, or get banned in the US. Pushan Dutt, Professor of Economics and Political Science, INSEAD told Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Joel Chua what this means for the future of the company.

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Daily Cuts - US aid for Ukraine: Will it make a difference in the war?

President Joe Biden has signed a new aid bill, approving a new critical military aid to Ukraine. The aid comes at a critical time, as Russia makes major advancements in Ukraine’s eastern territories. Dr Samir Puri, Associate Fellow, Chatham House and author of Russia's Road to War with Ukraine told Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Joel Chua how much this aid will help Ukraine on the battlefield.

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Daily Cuts - Sing, Singapore!

Melanie Oliveiro discovers all the highlights of a one-day outdoor singalong concert called ‘Concert of the People 2024 - In One Voice!’ organised by Voices of Singapore (VOS) - a not-for-profit arts organisation. She gets more from Dr. Darius Lim, founder & artistic director of VOS and Amir Johari, vice-chairperson, ‘Concert of the People 2024 - In One Voice!’ who will talk about the lineup of performers including seniors and children with special needs. 

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Daily Cuts - Do it Yourself in Patagonia

Melanie Oliveiro explores Patagonia, South America, with Valerie Tang, who planned her own trip there. She talks about experiencing nature near the Patagonian mountains, among other things to do there.

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