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XX Files - S1E1: Low pay and long hours. Our young architects are losing hope

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Our young architects are losing hope in the industry after years of studying the field. The reasons for this - long hours, uncertain progression and low wages. We hear from a young architect to find out how grueling the industry can be and if the hard work is justifiable.

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XX Files - S1E107: World AIDS Day: Not just a male problem

It's World AIDS Day. In Singapore, there were a total of 171 newly diagnosed cases of HIV this year in the first 10 months of 2022. This is 14% lower than the number of cases in the same period last year! While majority of cases are men, Dr Choy Chiaw Yee, Spokesperson and Board member, Action for AIDS says it's not just a male problem.

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XX Files - S1E106: Be more charitable this season of giving

It’s the season of giving! And why not make it a charitable one this time? Our NGOs need our help too. They’re feeling the pinch of inflation and receiving fewer donations this year. Anusha Aswani, Director of Asian Food Network tells us how we can give back. Plus, what does it take to manage VVIPs at Gardens by the Bay? CNA938's Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Jasmine Woo, Protocol Manager.

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XX Files - S1E105: Would you spend tens of thousands of dollars on a wedding?

According to a Big Read article, young couples are delaying their wedding because of inflation. Some would even have to take on side gigs to afford a wedding. But Fang Yi, who's in her 40s say it's unnecessary. She is doing away with a wedding and saving it for a holiday instead. 

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XX Files - S1E104: Choosing local over international designers

What matters to you when you book an accomodation for your holiday? Does luxury design matter? CNA938's Justine Moss speaks with Patricia Ho Douven, Founder of local interior design firm, White Jacket about the trendiness of luxury designs and how supporting local designers, even students is important. Plus, a chat with Vasunthara Ramasamy, Founder of 'Cutlery Optional' experience & former MasterChef Season 2 Contestant about South Indian cuisine. 

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XX Files - S1E103: How to save money & have nutritious meals even with inflation

With countries competing for top talent, how challenging is it to secure top legal talent in Singapore and in Hong Kong? Lee Shulin, Director of Aslant Legal explains the trends of foreign lawyers seeking opportunities in Singapore. Plus, CNA938's Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Jaclyn Reutens, Dietitian at Aptima Nutrition on how we can cut costs and have nutritious meals even with inflation.

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