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Gen Z is increasingly taking an interest in birdwatching, turning to nature as a way to unwind and explore Singapore’s biodiversity and connect with like-minded enthusiasts.

Social media, online bird-sighting communities and more accessible photography equipment have also made it easier for young people to pick up the hobby and share their discoveries.

So why are more young people taking up birdwatching and what is drawing Ge...

Two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a technology that powers a large part of the internet, have triggered a global cybersecurity scramble, with governments and organisations racing to secure their systems.

Singapore’s Cyber Security Agency has urged organisations to act immediately, warning that even businesses relying on external IT vendors or hosting providers may not realise they are affected.

So how serious are these vul...

Flying cars have been a staple of science fiction for decades, but are we finally getting closer to making them a reality?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unveiled a demonstration of what he says could be a flying version of the Tesla Roadster, featuring mid-air flips and air jets.

But there’s a catch: what we’ve seen so far looks more like a car that can jump than one that can sustain flight.

On What’s Trending, Hongbin ...

A student walkout over missing teachers has grown into some of France’s worst rioting in years, and the government has responded with curfews and protest bans. On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with Reuters’ Senior Correspondent in Paris Elizabeth Pineau about a weakened, cash-strapped government months from an election, why the unrest is boosting Marine Le Pen, and what it means for Asia.

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Snoring may be more than just an annoying sound keeping your partner awake. It could be a sign of obstructive sleep apnoea, a condition linked to high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation, and coronary artery disease. Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Pinakin V Parekh,  Founder + Medical Director, Senior Consultant, Preventive, General & Interventional Cardiologist, Trident Heart Centre exp...

A winning stock tip doesn’t always mean the source can be trusted. Lance Alexander speaks with Shanon Tang, Investment Specialist at PhillipCapital to explore how retail investors can spot pump-and-dump scams, verify online investment recommendations and assess whether a stock fits their portfolio. What should you check before acting - and what should you do if you’ve already bought a suspicious stock?

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As older Singaporeans turn to social media to express themselves, a new generation of “granfluencers” is challenging traditional ideas of what it means to grow old.

From experimenting with fashion to embracing unconventional hobbies, they are showing that age doesn't have to define how we dress, live or express ourselves.

But how much are these online personalities changing perceptions of ageing?

On The Agenda, Hongbin ...

Nine in 10 young Singaporeans have made friends through work, according to a recent Straits Times survey.

While these friendships can make work more enjoyable, offer emotional support and even open doors to career opportunities, they can also come with risks such as office gossip, broken trust and blurred boundaries.

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada discuss the ups and downs of workplace friendships and ...

Indonesia’s stock market has been rocked by a sharp sell-off after global index provider MSCI proposed downgrading the country from an emerging market to a standalone market, citing concerns over transparency and market oversight.

President Prabowo Subianto has pushed back against the move, declaring that Indonesia will not be intimidated.

What is behind the proposed downgrade and what could it mean for foreign investment and...

A father who once wore Singapore’s colours. A son now rising through Atletico Madrid’s academy. And a family that bet it all on a footballing dream..all the way in Spain. Now, Kyen Sasikumar is on the cusp of representing Singapore at the Under-15 World Cup. But what does it take to chase the dream - and what does it cost? We bring Kyen and former Lion R. Sasikumar together to talk ambition, sacrifice, pride and legacy....

From homegrown dim sum brand Yum Cha to the interiors business, Melody Tan is a second generation leader who joined her family's business at 23. But how did she find her voice? 

On Suite Talk, Lynlee Foo speaks to Melody Tan, Executive Director, Yum Cha to learn more about the experiences that shaped her, the decisions she wrestled with and what she turns to when she needs to clear her head.

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your investments at risk? As the IMF warns of growing threats to global financial stability, Lance Alexander speaks with Swapnil Mishra, Author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious  about how cyberattacks, soaring government borrowing costs and volatility in bond markets could affect stocks, banks and investment portfolios. What should retail investors do to protect their money? And despite these risks, ...

Finding a stranger inside your HDB flat can be unsettling, especially when the home is still undergoing renovation. With reports of people entering flats without permission, homeowners need to know how to protect their property and what steps they can take when an incident occurs.

Margaret Yeow, Co-Managing Director at Hoh Law Corporation joins Let’s Talk, Singapore as they break down homeowners' legal rights in Singapor...