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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 - 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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