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Daily Cuts - Thank you for the music! The real purpose of SMRT’s new chimes

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The new jingles and chimes at SMRT station platforms and onboard its trains aren’t just an audio pick-me-up for commuters – they’ve also been specially curated for the visually impaired to create a more inclusive public transport system here. Our guest on Asia First tells Andrea Heng and Joel Chua about the science and hard work that went into composing San Lun Che, Chan Mali Chan and Singai Naadu for this now-permanent feature. 

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Daily Cuts - Hiking Mount Rinjani

What’s it like to hike the second tallest volcano in Indonesia -if you're not a seasoned hiker? Larry Lee, the founder of Sotravel, shares what it’s like to see the stunning landscapes of Mount Rinjani, camping under the stars and seeing sunrises - all with people he just met. 

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Daily Cuts - Move to Beat Parkinson outreach event

We learn more about the community outreach event that’s being held at Our Tampines Hub on 16 September, aimed at raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease by showcasing activities beneficial for individuals living with the condition. We learn more from Phyllis Lim, Executive Director, Parkinson Society Singapore and Edward Pang, a Parkinson’s Warrior.

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Daily Cuts - Race insider shares F1 Singapore Grand Prix thrills

The F1 Singapore Grand Prix flags off this weekend! Matthew Marsh, a Formula 1 commercial consultant and former racing driver, gives us his take on the highlights we can expect from the track — from the race favourites, to up-and-coming names, and how the heat and humidity might affect the race’s outcome.

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Daily Cuts - Why are Singapore workers more sensitive to stress after the pandemic?

A survey by Aon and Telus Health found that half of Singapore’s workers reported being more sensitive to stress after the pandemic. Two-thirds also reported being concerned that being open about their mental health would compromise their career prospects. What can managers do to get a better sense of the mental health status of their teams? We also get insights from Dr Jessica Leong, a psychotherapist and experienced employee counsellor, on how workers can broach the topic with their bosses in a constructive way.

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Daily Cuts - Putting on an F1 party

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Godwin Pereira, Creative Director, CÉ LA VI Singapore, about putting together a 40-hour party programme for the upcoming F1 weekend.

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