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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 - S1E52: A guide to decluttering

Senior Minister of State for National Development Sim Ann says there are still 260 active hoarding cases, because it’s difficult to get hoarders to declutter. And while most people may not be hoarders, it is important to clean up your space. Rae Zhang, Certified Organisational Specialist and Co-founder of Orderly shares tips on where to start. CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers also finds out how worried we should be about infectious diseases,  and why female-centric networking events are important.

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XX Files - S1E51: World Cup 2023 for Singapore’s Women’s Netball

The Singapore Women’s Netball team is heading to the World Cup 2023! They qualified after beating Malaysia 54-41 in the semi-final at The Asian Netball Championship. Head Coach Annette Bishop and wing attacker Kimberly Lim assess their chances. We also speak to a woman who reached new heights in the Race to the Sky Vertical Marathon. And we explore the gender gaps that still exist for women in Tech.

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XX Files - S1E50: Caring for Caregivers

Growing Our Circles of Care is an exhibition under the ‘Action for Her’ initiative. CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers speaks to Josephine Teo, Minister for Communications and Information and Chairperson of the PAP Women’s Wing about the event, which showcases the role and significance of caregivers. We also learn about caregivers’ trials and tribulations,  and why they need our support.

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XX Files - S1E49: Aid, prayers and hope for Pakistan

Flood waters in Pakistan are starting to recede, but for those in makeshift camps in the south, they are living with the stench of decay. Nusrat Nasab, CEO of the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH) Pakistan tells CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers how they are carrying out flood relief and rescue operations in a country that’s been described as a “sea”.  Also, the performance bond for Filipino domestic helpers has been removed — how will employers be held accountable for their helpers’ well-being? And is it fair to blame mental illness for crimes?

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XX Files - S1E48: The need for early intervention

One of the aims of the Forward Singapore movement, launched by Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, is building a caring and inclusive Singapore. CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers asks Dr Koh Hwan Cui, Principal Psychologist at the Department of Child Development with KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, what it will take to build an inclusive Singapore for children with special needs. And now that the UK has its third female prime minister, Liz Truss, we examine whether this will make a difference for women in Britain.

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