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“I have done my duty, and I am very happy I chose this path of public service all those many years ago.” said PM Lee, in his last major speech as Prime Minister at NTUC's May Ray Rally on 1st May 2024.  Despite dark clouds on the horizon, PM Lee, who was also marking his 40th year in politics and two-decades as Singapore's Prime Minister, says that the Republic has built a strong foundation for its future generations to continue to write new chapters of the Singapore story. On this episode of Morning Shot, Yeo Wan Ling, Assistant Secretary-General and Director of U SME and Women & Family Unit at NTUC shares what struck her the most in PM's speech and how Singapore's labour movement will continue to work with the government in years to come. Presented by: Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: ST/ Ng Sor Luan / United Workers of Electronics & Electrical Industries / PetirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We knew this was coming, but it still surprised us when it was finally announced. DPM Lawrence Wong will be taking over as Singapore's Prime Minister come 15th May. Are we ready for a new PM? What does this announcement mean for the timing of the upcoming General Elections? Elsewhere, authorities announced that all employers must institute a process for workers to make formal requests for flexible work arrangements from December onwards. Does this move the needle on employment welfare, or is it just a grand wayang?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGOur Sponsor: foodpandaThis episode is brought to you by foodpanda!They are looking for their first-ever Chief Savings Officer, and up for grabs is a 6-month contract worth over $21,000Find out all you need to know at this link. So upload your video by 30 Apr 2024, and good Luck!Lawrence Wong to Take Over PM Lee in MayLawrence Wong to take over from Lee Hsien Loong as prime minister on May 15: PMO‘Quiet wisdom and a steady hand': Tributes pour in for outgoing PM LeeBusiness as usual at DPM Wong's MPS in Limbang, following handover announcementCommentary: Lawrence Wong's priorities as new Singapore Prime Minister and the two key milestones to watchPM Lee to stay on as Senior Minister; any major Cabinet changes will come after GE: Lawrence WongCommentary: The art of listening to the people and being a little 'deaf' sometimes - CNACompanies Must Allow Workers to Request Flexi Work ArrangementsAll employers must have process for workers to request flexible work arrangements from December[2023] Flexible work arrangements a key focus of Singapore's new workers compact: Labour chief Ng Chee MengOne Shiok CommentComment by butthenhorComment by junglejimbo88One Shiok ThingCaitlin Clark 2023 NCAA tournament highlightsHere's How Ray Allen Teaches Jump ShootingMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A historic leadership transition is set to take place in Singapore come 15th May 2024.  That's when Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will step down after two decades as the head of Singapore's government, while Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will take over the reins and be sworn in on the same day. In a Facebook post, PM Lee called for Singaporeans to give DPM Wong their full support, noting that Mr Wong and the 4G team have worked hard to gain the people's trust, notably during the pandemic. And through the Forward Singapore exercise, PM Lee said that the 4G team worked with many Singaporeans to refresh our social compact and develop the national agenda for a new generation. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Gillian Koh, Senior Research Fellow from the Institute of Policy Studies dissects the significance of this leadership transition, key milestones in PM Lee's journey and what the next steps will tell us about future successions to come. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar  Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo/graphics credits: Petir, STSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaking to reporters during a 10-minute doorstop interview at the Ministry of Communications and Information on April 16, a day after the long-awaited handover date was announced - Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will take on the role of senior minister in the new Cabinet, which should not have major changes. DPM Wong also confirmed that he will announce the make-up of his new Cabinet in a press conference a few days before he is sworn in as Singapore's fourth prime minister on May 15. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/pm-lee-to-become-senior-minister-no-major-changes-to-cabinet-until-after-next-ge-dpm-wong  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore will have a new prime minister on May 15, with Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong set to take over from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on that day.The date for the handover was announced in a statement from the Prime Minister's Office on April 15, a key detail in Singapore's long-planned leadership transition from the third-generation to the fourth-generation (4G) political team. After he is sworn in at 8pm on May 15 at the Istana, DPM Wong, who entered politics 13 years ago, will be Singapore's fourth prime minister. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/dpm-lawrence-wong-to-take-over-from-pm-lee-on-may-15See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore and Australia are set to enter new chapter of cooperation in 2025. This comes on the back of PM Lee's meeting with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese at the 9th Singapore-Australia Annual Leaders' Meeting and the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit.  Both leaders agreed on the importance of an open and inclusive rules-based multilateral order that supports ASEAN Centrality. But why is ASEAN Centrality so important to a small country like Singapore? Dr Tan Khee Giap, Chairman, Singapore National Committee for Pacific Economic Cooperation shares his insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: ST/ Kua Chee SiongSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, PM Lee and members of the Opposition were engaged in a marathon debate about Singapore's reserves, with PSP putting forward a motion to use more of the national reserves for the needs of the current generation of Singaporeans. Who made the better points in the debate? Elsewhere, Mr Coconut is currently caught in a bitter dispute with an ex-employee, who alleged on social media that she was unfairly terminated by the company due to her pregnancy. Mr Coconut then published the results of their internal investigations, which included CCTV footage of the employee watching TV on the job, as well as other details about her work performance. Who's in the wrong here?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comParliament Debates on Singapore's ReservesPSP's motion on reserves passes after PAP's amendments, WP & PSP rejects amended motionParliament votes for amended motion on national reserves, rejects PSP motion to review fiscal policiesOpposition MPs debate reserves accumulation and use: 6 key issues and the Govt's responsePM Lee calls on opposition to be 'upfront' about stance on Singapore's reserves and take ideas to ballot boxMr Coconut Shows Receipts in Employee DisputeMr Coconut brings tea & receipts: Woman fired for reasons other than pregnancy, watched movie on phone at workMr Coconut employee alleges unfair dismissal due to pregnancy, company releases findings pointing to her poor performanceOne Shiok CommentComment by nyetkattReddit thread by TrueNeighborhood3540One Shiok ThingHigh Performance PodcastSteven Tyler, Slash, and Train “Dream On” at the Howard Stern Birthday Bash (2014)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Welcome to Focus Asia your first window to discover Asia. This week, we have news from Japan, Singapore, Dubai, and Indonesia. Find out more episode and listening to Bingkai Suara Podcast. Don't forget to always listen to focus asia every week to update your knowledge about what happens in Asia and updated with our recent news on www.bingkaikarya.com

In our International News Review, Saturday Mornings host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host, award-winning author Neil Humphreys speak to Steve Okun, Senior Advisor, Mclarty Associates about whether last week's off-year, state elections have any bearing on the 2024 presidential election, the impact of Malaysia's support for Hamas, what Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had to say about terrorism, a new Chinese movie that has mainland audiences thinking twice about traveling to South East Aisa and the US climate envoy John Kerry is bullish on the Earth's future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At a PAP Conference over the weekend, PM Lee revealed the timeline for PAP's leadership succession plans. What was interesting about his announcement, and Lawrence Wong's speech as the incoming PM? Elsewhere, people were up in arms over the inclusion of Japanese sex toy giant Tenga at Singapore's largest anime festival, scheduled for the end of November. Why the commotion?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Our Folklory Christmas Cassette We've launched this limited edition bluetooth Folklory speaker that comes pre-loaded with your Folklories  Order by 12 Nov, and get a Christmas Cassette free, delivered to you by 25 Dec guaranteed So if you're looking for a truly one-of-a-kind Christmas gift, order yours here! (After) Life Support Time to binge! All 10 episodes of the series are out now! Please leave a comment on Spotify to tell us what you thought about our horror comedy Make sure to “Follow” on Spotify! PM Lee Reveals When Lawrence Wong Will Take Over Singapore 'will never let the system go corrupt', says PM Lee  Full speech by PM Lee  Singapore's next General Election likely to be held in late 2024 at the earliest, analysts say PAP activists confident in DPM Wong's leadership, say mandate earned in next GE will be on his own merits Lawrence Wong says he's 'ready for next assignment' as PM Lee announces hand over timeline [2017] AP still keeps practices from its leftist-linked past, like calling members 'comrades' Japanese Sex Toy At Anime Festival Stirs up EmotionsJapanese sex toy giant Tenga to attend S'pore largest anime festival, move draws mixed reactionsOne Shiok Comment Comment from internetlurker96 YouTube comments on Ep 454 One Shiok ThingRepurposed bus hotel in Changi Village opens for bookings, with stays from December | The Straits TimesMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Singapore's society is increasingly turning grey. With the trend becoming more pronounced, what's at stake for the economy and the society? And how is the little red dot dealing with this 'demographic time bomb' a step at a time, through initiatives such as enhancing its citizens' retirement adequacy, as well as infrastructure? In this long-form episode of Morning Shot Special, Paulin Straughan, Professor of Sociology (Practice) at the School of Social Sciences and the Dean of Students at the Singapore Management University weighs in with an expert lens on the issue. Story produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Voiced by: Ryan Huang Music/sound credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors   Highlights: (00:00) Introduction (01:08) This very interesting term - young seniors, as PM Lee fondly calls them - are actually those born in 1973 or earlier - so they're 50 years old and above now. What's the significance, given that we're no longer just focusing on those 65 years old and beyond?  (02:28) How different are the three packages (Pioneer, Merdeka & Majulah Packages) - all with the central aim of supporting our ageing population?  (05:06) What kind of shifts does that signal in terms of our retirement adequacy needs? And are there specific segments of the population you're particularly concerned about?  (08:39) HDB flats and neighbourhoods will become more senior-friendly, with enhancements to the current Enhancement for Active Seniors, or EASE programme. What's your assessment of the latest move, and whether that's sufficient to ensure seniors can age in place?  (14:02) Paulin, I think you've hit the nail on the head. PM Lee also stressed that this is actually one of the biggest threats to the well being of seniors - loneliness. And you also gave a bit of an overview of all the gaps that need to be addressed. In terms of progress, are we making enough progress fast enough?  (17:29) On that topic of loneliness, there's also another related issue that's a bit of a trend of concern, which is, more people staying single, and this is based on data from an earlier population census, more Singaporeans are staying single. So, if that solidifies and worsens the silver tsunami, and you have more older people staying single, what other initiatives do you think need to be enhanced to ensure these young singles stay supportive?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming on the back of new measures announced at the National Day Rally, Saktiandi Supaat, MP for Bishan Toa-Payoh GRC and Tin Pei Ling, MP for MacPherson SMC share their first-hand accounts of bread and butter issues such as rising costs of living, as well as challenges behind building up retirement adequacy.  Presented by: Lynlee Foo This podcast is produced and edited by Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)   Highlights: (00:00) Introduction (00:57) Pei Ling - as PM Lee said, cost of living is on everyone's minds. We understand that a significant proportion of your residents at MacPherson are elderly - now, what are their reactions and feedback to PM's latest announcements?  (02:23) How challenging will do you think it will be for the implementation of such infrastructural enhancements, especially for the older estates especially? (03:39) Saktiandi, bringing you in here. Through the new Majulah Package - those 50 years and older, will be getting CPF bonuses to help them meet their retirement needs. You're a trained economist - tell us, with inflation now in the picture, how would you rate this segment's retirement adequacy based on your interactions with residents as you walk the ground?  (05:12) How much, really, is needed for retirement? And how would you compare our CPF system with other pension systems in other parts of the world?  (06:32) Pei Ling - we know that support for families is close to your heart - one of the key issues you've talked about in Parliament on multiple occasions. In line with what PM mentioned about tackling elderly loneliness, and encouraging active ageing - what are the gaps you see, and what can be improved through government initiatives?  (09:32) The topic of housing also featured in a big way during the NDR. Saktiandi - National Development Minister Desmond Lee has also announced the $14,000 income ceiling for families and singles to buy Plus flats on the resale market. How far will the new measures help in keeping public housing affordable? Afterall, demand for housing is rising, and market forces are challenging to contain. (12:00) What is one key message you hope Singaporeans can take away from PM's National Day Rally, and what will you personally be working on with your residents in the coming months? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has given a ministerial statement to address concerns over the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau's (CPIB) investigation into Transport Minister S Iswaran and the resignation of Members of Parliament (MPs) Tan Chuan Jin and Cheng Li Hui. But were all the burning questions answered in his statement?  PN Balji, Political Commentator & Veteran Journalist shares his thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hard to believe, but the latest parliamentary sitting got even more heated than the previous one on the Ridout Road issue. PM Lee delivered a ministerial statement to address the recent political scandals, then Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh came out swinging in his clarification questions, leaving no stone unturned. And as always, YLB was present at Parliament to observe the proceedings for ourselves! What did we see that surprised us? What was the biggest difference between this sitting and the previous sitting? What was Leong Mun Wai doing in the background throughout this sitting?Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com!PM Lee Addresses Corruption, Extramarital Affairs and Iswaran's Pay in Parliament Shanmugam, Balakrishnan refute Pritam's claims that PAP obfuscates truth, 'selectively applies' sensitivity Pritam accuses PAP of pattern of engaging in 'half-truths'; PM Lee says opposition chief 'pursuing a red herring' The gist: Talk of Parliament for almost three hours – affairs, corruption and Iswaran's pay cut Questions That Still Remain After the Latest Parliament Sitting Scandals Test Singapore's ‘Thin-Skinned' Approach to Public Criticism Hot Mic Apologies Leong Mun Wai asks Indranee Rajah why no formal apology for him after Vivian Balakrishnan hot mic incident Ex-Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin formally apologises for hot mic comments; no further action taken One Shiok Comment Comments on YLB #419 on Spotify YouTube Comments on YLB 419 One Shiok Thing David Beckham, the interview: Miami, Messi, Manchester United – and more Piers Morgan and Sam Harris React To Matty Healy LGBT Stunt In Malaysia Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin and Tampines GRC MP Cheng Li Hui have resigned from both parliament and the PAP for having an affair, ..and continuing the relationship despite being counselled by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. This was revealed by Mr Lee at a press conference today - after the PMO had announced Mr Tan and Ms Cheng's resignations earlier without elaborating on why they did so.   PM Lee said he spoke to both MPs in February and counselled them. Both agreed to stop their affair. Mr Tan had also offered to resign, which Mr Lee accepted. But Mr Lee said he held back on Mr Tan's resignation to make sure his Kembangan-Chai Chee residents in Marine Parade GRC would be taken care of when he leaves. However, Mr Lee said he then came across information in July that “strongly suggested” that the relationship was still going on. That was when he decided that Mr Tan had to go.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We finally did it! Yesterday, we showed up and observed the Parliament debate on Ridout Road! Rather than give our usual take on the issue based solely on what we read or watch in the media, we decided to go down to Parliament in person and see it for ourselves. What did we take away from the experience? What issue left Haresh dispirited? Were we convinced? Who else showed up to observe the session? Do we think it was worth the time?Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com!Debate on Ridout Road Ridout Road issue not about allegations of corruption, but optics: Pritam Singapore's biggest challenge is to keep bringing in the best people to serve: SM Teo Handling of Ridout Road bungalow rentals shows Govt's commitment to incorruptibility, says PM Lee who retains 'full confidence' in cleared ministers Don't judge a politician's empathy or ability to serve by the size of their home: Shanmugam Shanmugam says he asked MinLaw deputy secretary for rental list to ensure 'total transparency' on Ridout Road bungalow Dispel untrue perception that public bungalows are cheap: SM Teo on Leong Mun Wai's questions One Shiok Comment Comment by internetlurker96 Comment by kosherjellyfish One Shiok Thing UK music producer moved to tears after listening to Stefanie Sun for the 1st time | Mothership Sergio Busquets ● Absolute Genius ● 2017/18 HD Mics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Last week, Ho Ching, PM Lee's wife, ignited online debate after posting a lengthy Facebook post about the role of the President in Singapore's political infrastructure. What did she say that caused such a ruckus? Elsewhere, a man knocked on doors along Nassim Road, with the intention to interview “owners from the richest neighbourhood in Singapore” for his TikTok video. Why did his actions rub so many people the wrong way?Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com!Ho Ching Says President Is Not a Check on Government S'pore President not meant to be independent voice or check on government: Ho Ching About Me - George Goh Ching Wah George Goh defends his eligibility to run for president, says he formed team to gauge qualifications 5 facts about businessman George Goh, who will run for President in Singapore White Paper on the Review of Specific Aspects of the Elected Presidency Man Knocks on Strangers' Doors for TikTok Video'Leave people alone': TikToker under fire for knocking on residents' doors asking about their occupationOne Shiok Comment Comment by ryecotta Strange comments on YLB Ep405 with Soh Rui Yong One Shiok Thing Video of SCDF Rescue Mysterious species buried their dead and carved symbols 100,000 years before humans  | CNN Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week, a COVID-stricken PM Lee ordered an independent review of the Ridout Road situation to address the allegations that have arisen over the matter. How did a blogpost by an opposition politician escalate to this? Elsewhere, a Singaporean influencer has drawn flak for uploading a video showing how to manipulate IKEA's ice cream machines to dispense more ice cream than the usual portion. Why has this “hack” drawn such strong reactions?Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com!PM Lee Orders Review of Ridout Road Bungalows Summary & updates on rental of Ridout Road properties by 2 ministers Shanmugam says he has ‘nothing to hide' on Ridout Road property, calls allegations ‘outrageous' An Open Letter to the President demanding a Committee of Inquiry – The Ricebowl Singapore SM Teo Chee Hean to conduct independent review of Ridout Road bungalows: PM Lee Influencer's Ice Cream “Hack” Draws FlakSingapore vlogger faces backlash after showing Ikea ice cream ‘hack' onlineOne Shiok Comment Comment by internetlurker96 Comment on our YouTube channel One Shiok Thing AIR | Official Trailer Gong Tao Help Desk Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Singapore's Parliament is currently taking a customary mid-term break for two weeks. The prorogue marks the mid-point of the Government's current term.  Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law at Singapore Management University and Former Nominated Member of Parliament  shares his take on whether a cabinet reshuffle is on the cards as the Government reviews its priorities and direction. Highlights:  1:04 - Can you explain why the prorogation of Parliament needs to happen now and what's the difference between what we're seeing versus the dissolution of parliament?  2:24 - PM Lee mentioned in his Facebook post on Friday and I quote “This recess allows us to review important issues and set the direction of the Government”. Where do you see this heading? What can we expect? 4:33 - PM Lee had previously promised to see Singapore through the COVID-19 crisis before passing the baton to his successor. The dust seems to have settled quite a bit now - so the million dollar question here - when would be the right time for PM Lee to hand over the reins to the next PM-in-waiting?  5:56 - Following last GE - we saw the first time appointment of Mr Pritam Singh as Leader of the Opposition. But of course, not forgetting as well, former WP MP Ms Raeesah Khan resigned in 2021 after admitting to lying in Parliament. What is the Workers' Party's report card looking like so far? 8:26 - Bringing our attention back to the prorogue - do you think we will see a potential cabinet reshuffle during this mid-term break? And if so, what sort of movements might you expect, given that we only saw very minor changes in the last cabinet reshuffle in June last year (2022)? 10:10 - Before we let you go, which issues debated in Parliament stood up for you in this first half term? And when Parliament reconvenes on the 10th of April, what kind of issues are you looking to see being discussed?   [Find Us on Podcast Platforms] Awedio | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | OmnyStudio   [Contact Us] Presenter: Lynlee Foo Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, MP Tin Pei Ling announced that she would be joining Grab Singapore as its director of public affairs and policy. Concerns about conflict of interest were raised online, and the story even gained traction and made headlines internationally. At the end of last week, Grab announced that her role would be changed to one of corporate development, and the MP and the PAP both also released press statements addressing the issue. Is there real cause for concern here, or was it much ado about nothing? Elsewhere, Calvin Cheng ignited angry comments on his Facebook post which called people to name and shame businesses that refused to accept digital payments. Was he justified in doing so? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube Just Try Only, our new weekly newsletter Folklory If you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Get 20% off with promo code “LOVE20”, offer ends at midnight on 16 Feb 2023 Tin Pei Ling's Grab Gig Raises Conflict of Interest Concerns PAP MP Tin Pei Ling no more at Grab public affairs, moves to corporate development after conflict of interest accusations Amid questions about conflict of interest, Tin Pei Ling says role as MP 'distinct' from new job at Grab - CNA Grab moves MP Tin Pei Ling to 'corporate development' role after debate over conflict of interest Singapore ruling party MP Tin Pei Ling switches roles at Grab after public outcry Commentary: The nature of MP Tin Pei Ling's new role at Grab muddies perception NSF was AWOL for over 9 years before surrendering himself PAP MPs must expect sharper questioning with more opposition in Parliament, outlines PM Lee in Rules of Prudence Calvin Cheng Shames Cash-Only Businesses Calvin Cheng calls for boycott of businesses that only accept cash, commenters say there may be valid reasons One Shiok Comment Comment by internetlurker96 Post by zeezeeway One Shiok Thing Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey Trailer Why E-ink innovation is so slow | TechAltar Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Refugee, Princeton graduate and the first Tesla owner in Singapore, Joe Nguyen has quite a story. He tells Julie Yoo about the time Tesla owner Elon Musk called the prime minister about his car and why he thinks Singapore could be the first country to replace all internal combustion engine cars in a decade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After years of delaying serving his corruption sentence with appeals, former Malaysia Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak is finally going to prison after some major courtroom drama. Coconuts KL reporter Aminah Farid, who was on location during the verdict, takes us on a play-by-play of the historic event, while trying to grasp how Najib's supporters still anguished despite the former leader stealing billions from the country. Tune in! Other stories include: Singapore's gay sex law to be repealed: PM Lee, LGBT groups ‘relieved' | 3 more Hongkongers reported as victims of Southeast Asian human trafficking job scams: city's No. 2 security official | Burning issue: Weed to remain legal, easily available under Thailand's Cannabis Act | People are pissed over LTO's request that students not ‘go to school too early' | Own an iPhone? Make some extra bucks selling screenshots to clout-chasing Indonesians | Sex and the Monkeys: Scientists discover that, just like some of us hoomans, Ubud's macaques also use ‘sex toys' WTF is up in Southeast Asia + Hong Kong delivers impactful, weird, and wonderful reporting by our journalists on the ground in eight cities: Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Yangon, and Bali. Listen to headline news on matters large and small, designed for people located in – or curious about – Southeast Asia and Hong Kong. WTF is up in Southeast Asia + Hong Kong is available on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe today!

Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast.  The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The Straits Times, speaks with Money FM 89.3's Timothy Goh and Bharati Jagdish. A repeal of a long-contested law criminalising gay sex are among the key announcements in Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's National Day Rally speech on Sunday (Aug 21). Section 377A of the Penal Code, which criminalises sex between men, will be repealed, said PM Lee. He added that sentiments have shifted over the years as more Singaporeans accept that sex in private between consenting men should not be a criminal offence. In this week's episode, the team unpacks the key issues around Section 377A. Produced by: Zakir Hussain (zakirh@sph.com.sg) & Money FM 89.3 Edited by: Money FM 89.3's Nadiah Koh Follow SG Extra Podcast episodes every Tuesday here on our ST Podcasts channel: Channel: https://str.sg/wukR  Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3h  Spotify: https://str.sg/wukD  SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Zakir Hussain's articles: https://str.sg/we4e --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #SGExtraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast.  The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The Straits Times, speaks with Money FM 89.3's Timothy Goh and Bharati Jagdish. A repeal of a long-contested law criminalising gay sex are among the key announcements in Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's National Day Rally speech on Sunday (Aug 21). Section 377A of the Penal Code, which criminalises sex between men, will be repealed, said PM Lee. He added that sentiments have shifted over the years as more Singaporeans accept that sex in private between consenting men should not be a criminal offence. In this week's episode, the team unpacks the key issues around Section 377A. Produced by: Zakir Hussain (zakirh@sph.com.sg) & Money FM 89.3 Edited by: Money FM 89.3's Nadiah Koh Follow SG Extra Podcast episodes every Tuesday here on our ST Podcasts channel: Channel: https://str.sg/wukR  Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3h  Spotify: https://str.sg/wukD  SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Zakir Hussain's articles: https://str.sg/we4e --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #SGExtraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM Lee just announced that 377A will be repealed during the 2022 National Day Rally, something that many in our society has been fighting for and looking forward to for a long time. In this episode of IMO, we discuss possible reasons why 377A was not repealed until now, why it is finally repealed, and what we can do to include everyone in this new step forward.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this sixth and final instalment, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan looks at how thousands of Singaporeans celebrated the country's 57th birthday on Aug 9, 2022 at the Marina Bay floating platform. The day before, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had said in his National Day message that Singapore was in a much better place in its fight against the coronavirus. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 1:43 Spectators at the parade say life has returned to normal, as they relish being among more than 25,000 attendees 2:45 PM Lee on why Singapore is in a "much better position". This follows a key turning point on April 26, 2022 5:15 Permanent secretary Pang Kin Keong, who heads the Homefront Crisis Executive Group, on how it had been more than two long years of high alert for public servants 6:46 Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on why Singapore will not declare a "Freedom Day" from Covid yet; Omicron subvariants fail to shake confidence 11:00 When will Covid-19 end? Mr Ong on booster shots becoming part of regular life and Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on "feeling the stones" as Singapore "crosses the river" 12:35 PM Lee on why unity as a nation is crucial to move beyond this "test of a generation" Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Audio snippets: Courtesy of MCI SINGAPORE, PSD Singapore & GOVSG YouTube Closing music courtesy of NDPeeps' Spotify - Lo-fi cover of Home: https://str.sg/wRhu Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this sixth and final instalment, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan looks at how thousands of Singaporeans celebrated the country's 57th birthday on Aug 9, 2022 at the Marina Bay floating platform. The day before, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had said in his National Day message that Singapore was in a much better place in its fight against the coronavirus. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 1:43 Spectators at the parade say life has returned to normal, as they relish being among more than 25,000 attendees 2:45 PM Lee on why Singapore is in a "much better position". This follows a key turning point on April 26, 2022 5:15 Permanent secretary Pang Kin Keong, who heads the Homefront Crisis Executive Group, on how it had been more than two long years of high alert for public servants 6:46 Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on why Singapore will not declare a "Freedom Day" from Covid yet; Omicron subvariants fail to shake confidence 11:00 When will Covid-19 end? Mr Ong on booster shots becoming part of regular life and Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on "feeling the stones" as Singapore "crosses the river" 12:35 PM Lee on why unity as a nation is crucial to move beyond this "test of a generation" Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Audio snippets: Courtesy of MCI SINGAPORE, PSD Singapore & GOVSG YouTube Closing music courtesy of NDPeeps' Spotify - Lo-fi cover of Home: https://str.sg/wRhu Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this sixth and final instalment, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan looks at how thousands of Singaporeans celebrated the country's 57th birthday on Aug 9, 2022 at the Marina Bay floating platform. The day before, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had said in his National Day message that Singapore was in a much better place in its fight against the coronavirus. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 1:43 Spectators at the parade say life has returned to normal, as they relish being among more than 25,000 attendees 2:45 PM Lee on why Singapore is in a "much better position". This follows a key turning point on April 26, 2022 5:15 Permanent secretary Pang Kin Keong, who heads the Homefront Crisis Executive Group, on how it had been more than two long years of high alert for public servants 6:46 Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on why Singapore will not declare a "Freedom Day" from Covid yet; Omicron subvariants fail to shake confidence 11:00 When will Covid-19 end? Mr Ong on booster shots becoming part of regular life and Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on "feeling the stones" as Singapore "crosses the river" 12:35 PM Lee on why unity as a nation is crucial to move beyond this "test of a generation" Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Audio snippets: Courtesy of MCI SINGAPORE, PSD Singapore & GOVSG YouTube Closing music courtesy of NDPeeps' Spotify - Lo-fi cover of Home: https://str.sg/wRhu Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this sixth and final instalment, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan looks at how thousands of Singaporeans celebrated the country's 57th birthday on Aug 9, 2022 at the Marina Bay floating platform. The day before, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had said in his National Day message that Singapore was in a much better place in its fight against the coronavirus. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 1:43 Spectators at the parade say life has returned to normal, as they relish being among more than 25,000 attendees 2:45 PM Lee on why Singapore is in a "much better position". This follows a key turning point on April 26, 2022 5:15 Permanent secretary Pang Kin Keong, who heads the Homefront Crisis Executive Group, on how it had been more than two long years of high alert for public servants 6:46 Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on why Singapore will not declare a "Freedom Day" from Covid yet; Omicron subvariants fail to shake confidence 11:00 When will Covid-19 end? Mr Ong on booster shots becoming part of regular life and Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on "feeling the stones" as Singapore "crosses the river" 12:35 PM Lee on why unity as a nation is crucial to move beyond this "test of a generation" Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Audio snippets: Courtesy of MCI SINGAPORE, PSD Singapore & GOVSG YouTube Closing music courtesy of NDPeeps' Spotify - Lo-fi cover of Home: https://str.sg/wRhu Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this week, PM Lee announced several Cabinet changes, the most prominent being Lawrence Wong's promotion to Deputy Prime Minister. While this wasn't unexpected, were there any other surprises? In the local courts, a judge ruled that a $1 million red packet presented at a wedding tea ceremony is to be included in the matrimonial assets to be split between the couple as they go through their divorce. We discuss why this case is a warning to those looking to flex their wealth at their wedding.   Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB YouTube YLB IG Support our Folklory journey towards 100 customers in 100 days! We'll help you turn your favourite memories into personal podcasts! Our newsletter The Folklore Issue #8 AMA thread #4 on SubReddit for 300th episode Lawrence Wong promoted to Deputy PM PM Lee announces Cabinet changes, with Lawrence Wong promoted to Deputy Prime Minister 'Give every ounce of my strength to serve Singapore': Lawrence Wong on being appointed Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's deputy will be decided later by him, says PM Lee | The Straits Times Singapore's PM-in-Waiting Embodies Broader Shift in Finance Hub Divorced couple to split $1 million wedding red packet S'pore couple to split S$1 million wedding red packet after divorce: Court One Shiok Comment Comment by svlys Comment by JacobWrestledGod One Shiok Thing THE INSIDE OUTTAKES - Bo Burnham How Top Gun: Maverick's Breathtaking Practical Effects Were Achieved

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Playlist: https://str.sg/wsfD Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wsPm Spotify: https://str.sg/wsPs Google Podcasts: https://str.sg/wsyN Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wsfD The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia Embed: https://str.sg/ws76 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wnBi --- Discover more ST podcast series: In Your Opinion Podcast: https://str.sg/w7Qt SG Extra Podcast: https://str.sg/wX8w  Asian Insider Podcast: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaN #PopVultures Podcast: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk Podcast: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This! Podcast: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko Podcast: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Playlist: https://str.sg/wsfD Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wsPm Spotify: https://str.sg/wsPs Google Podcasts: https://str.sg/wsyN Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wsfD The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia Embed: https://str.sg/ws76 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wnBi --- Discover more ST podcast series: In Your Opinion Podcast: https://str.sg/w7Qt SG Extra Podcast: https://str.sg/wX8w  Asian Insider Podcast: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaN #PopVultures Podcast: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk Podcast: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This! Podcast: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko Podcast: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Playlist: https://str.sg/wsfD Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wsPm Spotify: https://str.sg/wsPs Google Podcasts: https://str.sg/wsyN Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wsfD The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia Embed: https://str.sg/ws76 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wnBi --- Discover more ST podcast series: In Your Opinion Podcast: https://str.sg/w7Qt SG Extra Podcast: https://str.sg/wX8w  Asian Insider Podcast: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaN #PopVultures Podcast: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk Podcast: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This! Podcast: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko Podcast: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay. On April 16, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong held a press conference at the Istana to share details on how Finance Minister Lawrence Wong was chosen as leader of the ruling People's Action Party's fourth-generation team. PM Lee was joined by Mr Wong and former minister Khaw Boon Wan, who was tasked with overseeing the political succession process. Mr Khaw shared that of the 19 people interviewed as part of the decision-making process, 15 chose Mr Wong as the preferred leader. ST's political editor Zakir Hussain discusses the details of the selection process, and whether the handover of the PAP leadership to Mr Wong will take place before the next general election. Produced by: ST Video team Edited by: ST Video team and Paxton Pang Discover The Straits Times Videos: https://str.sg/JPrc Discover ST podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Websites: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Follow Hairianto Diman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamhairianto/?hl=en Follow Olivia Quay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliviaquayhere/?hl=en --- Follow ST Podcasts channel: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Websites: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wsfD The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia Embed: https://str.sg/ws76 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wnBi Discover more ST podcast series: In Your Opinion Podcast: https://str.sg/w7Qt SG Extra Podcast: https://str.sg/wX8w  Asian Insider Podcast: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check Podcast: https://str.sg/JWaN #PopVultures Podcast: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk Podcast: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This! Podcast: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko Podcast: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance Minister Lawrence Wong has been named as the leader of the fourth generation of Singapore's political leadership, paving the way for him to become the country's next Prime Minister. On SGExtra, Prime Time's Timothy Go and Melissa Hyak spoke to Zakir Hussain, Singapore Editor, The Straits Times to find out what's next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas The Big Story: https://str.sg/wuZe Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas The Big Story: https://str.sg/wuZe Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas The Big Story: https://str.sg/wuZe Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore's experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book - written by journalists of The Straits Times and edited by ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan - is titled In This Together: Singapore's Covid-19 Story and is available in major bookstores now. Details online: https://www.stbooks.sg/ In this third episode of six instalments, ST's executive editor Sumiko Tan tells the exclusive story of how the decision-makers in Singapore's Covid-19 "war room" managed the pandemic and why it decided to be as transparent as they could with the public. Highlights (click/tap above): (Headphones recommended) 01:25 Singapore's then-Health Minister Gan Kim Yong on how he realised back in January 2020, that the new coronavirus outbreak was beyond the efforts of one ministry 03:53 How a high-powered group of civil servants led by permanent secretary of the Home Affairs Ministry - Mr Pang Kin Keong - worked to support the ministers 05:06 Mr Gan on why the multi-ministry task force (MTF) decided to be as transparent as possible about how it dealt with Covid-19 06:44 Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean on his role in creating a structure in how the crisis was managed 08:22 PM Lee Hsien Loong on the aim to be transparent, a chain of command, making decisions guided by data, and differing views in Cabinet 14:37 PM Lee reflects on painful national decisions, such as the closure of Changi Airport and Singapore's "circuit-breaker" lockdown in April 2020 19:50 PM Lee addresses a weary nation to explain the decision to move from a strategy of zero-Covid to living with Covid  Produced by: Sumiko Tan (sumiko@sph.com.sg), Ernest Luis and Hadyu Rahim Edited by: Hadyu Rahim Follow Singapore's War On Covid podcast series here: Channel: https://str.sg/wuJa Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/wu3n Spotify: https://str.sg/wuJy SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg/ Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  Read Sumiko Tan's stories: https://str.sg/Jbhe  --- Discover ST's special edition podcasts: Singapore's War On Covid: https://str.sg/wuJa The Unsolved Mysteries of South-east Asia: https://str.sg/wuZ2 Stop Scams: https://str.sg/wuZB Invisible Asia: https://str.sg/wuZn --- Discover more ST podcast series: Asian Insider: https://str.sg/JWa7 Green Pulse: https://str.sg/JWaf Health Check: https://str.sg/JWaN In Your Opinion: https://str.sg/w7Qt Your Money & Career: https://str.sg/wB2m SG Extra: https://str.sg/wukR #PopVultures: https://str.sg/JWad ST Sports Talk: https://str.sg/JWRE Bookmark This!: https://str.sg/JWas Lunch With Sumiko: https://str.sg/J6hQ Discover ST Podcasts: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Discover BT Podcasts: https://bt.sg/pcPL Follow our shows then, if you like short, practical podcasts! #stcovidbookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a dialogue with The Wall Street Journal editorial board in early April, PM Lee warned that the US should not define the war in Ukraine as a battle between democracies and autocracies, as that would immediately place China on the defensive. This was just one of many truth bombs he dropped; what other interesting nuggets of knowledge did he share? Closer to home, Malaysian influencer and Penthouse cover model Pui Yi had to apologize for wearing the traditional Vietnamese dress, the ao dai, in an inappropriate manner in her photos. What went wrong? Find us here! Our YLB Subreddit for detailed show notes and mindblowing discussions YLB's TikTok featuring us dancing uwu Our YLB YouTube channel to watch videos of all our guest interviews Our YLB IG account where we post exclusive BTS of the podcast Support our Folklory journey towards 100 customers in 100 days! We'll help you turn your favourite memories into personal podcasts! Our newsletter The Folklore Issue #5 PM Lee warns US about Russia-Ukraine war Defining Ukraine war as democracies vs autocracies puts China in 'wrong camp' & 'makes things more difficult': PM Lee PMO | PM Lee Hsien Loong at the Dialogue with the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board (Apr 2022) Tommy Koh concerned about S'poreans' acceptance of Russian-Chinese narrative of Ukraine war FB Post by Tommy Koh Penthouse model Pui Yi's sexy photos enrage Vietnamese Malaysian influencer Ms Puiyi apologises over ao dai photos One Shiok Comment Comment by RockGroundbreaking42 Comment by allthingsquaint One Shiok Thing The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S4 - Official Trailer | Prime Video The Rescue | Official Trailer | Disney+

In our International News Review, Glenn van Zutphen and award-winning author Neil Humphreys speaks to Steve Okun, Senior Advisor, Mclarty Associates to talk about the tensed criticism to the EPL along with the blame of being a tool for state affiliated billionaires to ease the nation's loose power and update on PM Lee's visit to Washington DC and New York City, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Endemic is here for Singapore! And in a national address on March 24, PM Lee Hsien Loong announced the relaxation of Singapore's Covid-19 safe management measures. Song Seng Wun, Economist, CIMB Private Banking discuss more about the business sectors that are expected to benefit the most out of these announcements and what these new sets of measures will mean for Singapore's economic outlook.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Thursday, PM Lee announced the easing of COVID restrictions in Singapore, most notably the limit on group sizes and the mask mandate outdoors. We discuss some of these measures and how people are feeling about them. Elsewhere, the restaurant group Tung Lok shamed one of its customers on social media after he ordered and refused to pay for his dish, an Irish duck; the customer allegedly disputed the exact origins of the duck. What the duck? We discuss why this might not have been the best PR approach for the company. Support our Folklory journey towards 100 customers in 100 days! We'll help you turn your favourite memories into personal podcasts! Follow our progress here! Find us here! Our YLB Subreddit for detailed show notes and mindblowing discussions YLB's TikTok featuring us dancing uwu Our YLB YouTube channel to watch videos of all our guest interviews Our YLB IG account where we post exclusive BTS of the podcast Singapore eases COVID restrictions Singapore eases Covid-19 rules: What you need to know - from mask wearing to gathering rules Optional mask-wearing outdoors, group size cap raised to 10 from March 29 as part of 'living with Covid-19': PM Lee PM Lee Hsien Loong on the COVID-19 situation in Singapore on 24 March 2022 | YouTube Tung Lok shames customer for ducking bill Tung Lok Group roasts diner for refusing to pay over 'not an Irish duck' claim, gets flamed by netizens instead Irish Duck distributor confirms PLQ restaurant serves Irish ducks after man said duck not Irish One Shiok Comment Thread on YLB276 Comment by Mofsterboi One Shiok Thing ONE Championship ONE X Daily Stoic on YouTube

Group size limits will go up to 10 people, among measures that will go into effect from Tuesday, as part of what Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong called a decisive but measured step forward towards living with Covid-19. In The Straits Times' The Big Story, Multimedia journalist Hairianto Dirman spoke to Professor Teo Yik Ying, dean of NUS' Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health on these developments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While previously seen as a taboo, talking about race in Singapore is becoming more common now especially with the rise of social media. However, while social media opens space for discourse, it also creates space for polarisation. So how can we talk about instances of racism? Do such conversations detract from the larger structural racism? Aren't we tired from talking about racism? On the first episode of the second season, host and Associate Director at the Institute of Policy Studies Liang Kaixin chats with two of our guests Daniel Goh, Associate Professor of Sociology, and Co-founder of Ministry of Funny Haresh Tilani about the pros and cons of using social media as a platform to talk about race, the idea of Chinese privilege and the changing attitudes towards discussions about race. Find out more about conversations about race: Today (17 November 2021): Understanding how Singapore's youths feel about race and religion The Straits Times (12 September 2021): Let's talk about race, but not just about race NDR 2021: PM Lee says ‘entirely baseless' to claim that ‘Chinese privilege' exists in Singapore https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ndr-entirely-baseless-claim-chinese-privilege-exists-singapore-lee-hsien-loong-2143026 Channel News Asia (19 July 2021): The Big Read: High time to talk about racism, but Singapore society ill-equipped after decades of treating it as taboo IPS-RSIS Forum on Race and Racism in Singapore (25 June 2021) https://lkyspp.nus.edu.sg/ips/events/details/ips-rsis-forum-on-race-and-racism-in-singapore Academia SG (14 June 2020): How to talk about race in Singapore: a conversation with Mohd Imran Taib About our guests: Daniel Goh Associate Professor of Sociology and Associate Provost of Undergraduate Education at National University of Singapore (NUS) Daniel specialises in comparative-historical sociology and studies state formation, urbanism, postcolonialism, race and multiculturalism, and religion in Asia. After graduating from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor with a PhD in Sociology, he joined NUS as an Assistant Professor of Sociology in 2005. He is currently the Associate Professor of Sociology and the Associate Provost of Undergraduate Education at NUS where he enjoys teaching and learning from undergraduate and graduate students. He was also a Workers' Party Non-Constituency Member of Parliament (NCMP) in the 13th Parliament of Singapore between 2016 and 2020. He has since retired from political service. He has published many books, special issues, journal articles and book chapters. His more recent works include Regulating Religion: Norms, Modes and Challenges, ‘Chinese Privilege' as Shortcut in Singapore and Protest and the Culture War in Singapore. Haresh Tilani Co-founder and Creative Director of Ministry of Funny Haresh is a content creator, filmmaker, podcaster and digital marketer. He is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Ministry of Funny, a comedy brand that has produced viral content in the form of online videos, podcasts, live shows and an award-winning TV series. He has produced videos that have garnered over 27 million views and his podcast “Yah Lah But…” is one of the top podcasts in Singapore. He has also been featured in international media including South China Morning Post, Variety and the Hollywood Reporter. He is inspired by the power of comedy to make people laugh, think and drive social change and he was even one of YouTube's 47 Creators for Change Global Ambassadors in 2018. In 2019, he co-created, co-wrote and starred in “She's a Terrorists & I Love Her”, a dark comedy TV series that won the “Best Original Program by a Streamer/OTT” at the 2019 Asian Academy Creative Awards and “Best Comedy Program” at the 2020 Asian Academy Creative Awards. On Diversity is a podcast inspired by the Institute of Policy Studies Managing Diversities research programme. In each episode, we chat with guests to explore what diversity means to them, the changes they are making, and the changes they hope to see in an increasingly fragmented society. More from On Diversity Episode 1: The Cancelled and the Woke, with career journalist Lydia Lim and poet and writer, Theophilus Kwek Episode 2: Reclaiming Dementia, with Dr Chen Shiling, dementia physician, and Johnson Soh, founder of SanCare Asia Episode 3: What is Multiculturalism?, with Low Sze Wee, CEO of Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and singer-songwriter Jamiel Said Episode 4: Diversity and the Singapore Media, with Mark Tan, founder and CEO of Rice Media, and Dr Chew Han Ei, Senior Research Fellow at IPS Social Lab Episode 5: Sex and People with Disabilities, with Dr Lohsnah Jeevanandam, Director of the Clinical Psychology Programme at the National University Singapore, and Dr Justin Lee, Senior Research Fellow at the IPS Society and Culture Department. Episode 6: Arts vs Culture, with Shaza Ishak, Managing Director of Teater Ekamatra, and Clarissa Oon, Head of Communications and Content at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay. Episode 7: Empathy and Healthcare, with Dr Mohan Tiru, Senior Consultant Emergency Physician at Woodlands Health Campus and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, and Dr Maleena Suppiah Cavert Deputy Director of Clinical Education at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, NUHS Episode 8: Of Marriage and Migration, with Dr Kalpana Vignehsa, Research Fellow at the Governance and Economy Department at IPS, and Colin Miles, Co-CEO of Zilliqa Research Pte Ltd Episode 9: Tech and the Token Female, with Anna Gong, CEO and Founder of Perx Technologies, and Wynthia Goh, Head of NCS NEXT Digital     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of the new plans that Singapore is joining countries in endemic mode of Covid-19, join PM Lee and the task force ministry to plan head for the new norms.Full credits by Prime Minister's Office and The Straits Times.Follow us on social media platforms as we cover more current events:Facebook: facebook.com/fellowshipstoriesSGTwitter: twitter.com/justintanwcInstagram: instagram.com/justintanwencongOr subscribe to Fellowship Audible Podcast Group on RedCircle: https://api.podcache.net/shows/8e029a29-06cc-4ed1-a2dd-a78f876163e6/feedJoin the conversation on:FB Messenger: m.me/fellowshipstoriesSGReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/fellowshipstoriesSGHelp to support:The Friendship Feed: https://app.redcircle.com/the-friendship-feed/donationsAutism Resource Centre (ARC): https://bit.ly/2QqTZhpListen to our spinoff Pop Culture for Cars: (link)Warning: MAY contain 'explicit language' which is unsuitable for young children. Do not listen to this episode if you're offended by bad words.Link to this episode for details: https://wp.me/p4b1mv-1no

From conspiracy theorists group-buying ivermectin, to even PM Lee's wife Ho Ching herself publicly questioning MOH's decision to stop announcing the number of unlinked cases, it seems like everyone has differing opinions on Singapore's COVID strategy. Are Singaporeans ready to live with COVID? Also, a series of bad online reviews of restaurant Mentai-Ya leads the business owner to uncover a smear campaign that implicates one of his competitors.    Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES!   Ho Ching questions MOH decision MOH to stop providing number of linked, unlinked COVID cases Facebook post by Ho Ching People in S'pore buying ivermectin drug typically used to treat horses to prevent catching Covid-19 Ivermectin not approved as treatment for Covid-19, consumers strongly advised not to self-medicate: HSA Facebook post by Ong Ye Kung Indonesians ignore warnings in rush to buy anti-parasite drug for Covid-19 Malaysia's Hospitals Are Overwhelmed by COVID. Politicians Are Pushing Ivermectin to Cure It. Reddit thread of one Singaporean's COVID experience   Fake F&B reviews exposes smear campaign Internet bullies led business owner to some disturbing findings   One Shiok Comment Comment by marcwjacob Comment by Designer_Year_5884   One Shiok Thing "Informer" web series by VICE The Matrix Resurrections: First Full Trailer on Thursday, Teaser Website Launches

At least one case of sexual violence is reported every day in Singapore, and advocacy groups like AWARE Singapore continue the work to bring that number down to zero. But how can we help? We sat down with AWARE Communications Manager Kelly Leow to find out, and learn more about their new fundraising campaign aptly named Hope In The Dark.Other stories include:Bali police looking for alleged illegal immigrant accused of threat, theft, and abduction attempt | Surprise! Restaurant vaccination requirement dropped, for now. | Vigilante YouTuber arrested for forcing suspected child pedophile to kneel, apologize in public | Indonesian regent rewards himself IDR100K for every COVID-19 funeral, then returns money out of shame | AirAsia boss shows off new RM230,000 Tesla – people want their money back | Bataan vaccine center's choice of entertainment goes viral | Tudung, Chinese privilege, and more: Singapore unpacks PM Lee's rally speech | American journalist jailed by junta receives press freedom awardThe Coconuts Podcast delivers impactful, weird, and wonderful reporting by our journalists on the ground in eight cities: Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Yangon, and Bali. Listen to headline news and insightful interviews on matters large and small, designed for people located in – or curious about – Southeast Asia and Hong Kong.

On SGExtra, host Rachel Kelly and Timothy Go spoke to Zakir Hussain, Singapore Editor, The Straits Times for the key highlights and analysis of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s National Day Rally speech. PM Lee gave an update on the Covid-19 situation and economic outlook before diving into how the government plans to tackle social challenges, which have been amplified by the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our 200th episode!!! And we are discussing EPIC topics! In the National Day Rally, PM Lee asserted that it is “entirely baseless” to claim that “Chinese privilege” exists in Singapore; an assertion that eclipsed the rest of the content of his speech. What was that and all the ensuing hoo-hah about? Also, Yale-NUS shocked everyone last Friday by announcing that the school would be merged with NUS's USP program, effectively closing the school down for good. Students and faculty mourned the decision, while some online commentators rejoiced the shuttering of our first liberal arts college. But what does this decision really mean for all the stakeholders involved?   Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES!   PM Lee's take on "Chinese Privilege" Maintenance of Racial Harmony Act planned in Singapore National Day Rally 2021: ‘Entirely baseless' to claim there is Chinese privilege in S'pore, says PM Lee Singapore will pass new laws to combat racism, workplace discrimination: PM Lee PMO | National Day Rally 2021 (Chinese) Yale-NUS closing down NUS to merge Yale-NUS and University Scholars Programme into new college; engineering and design schools to be combined Few Senior Figures had a Voice in Yale-NUS and USP Merger Decision Yale-NUS College to close in 2025 Before NTU, There Was Nantah. Have We Forgotten How Students Struggled To Save It From Demise? One Shiok Comment Comment by pillybaxtoodles Comment by Hayata   One Shiok Thing

Professor Dale Fisher, Professor in Infectious Diseases, National University of Singapore Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and Chair, Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network, World Health Organisation, gives his analysis on the key announcements from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's address on Covid-19 plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Kuo, co-founder, The Smart Investor breaks down the latest on the winners and losers from May, and his thoughts on PM Lee's recent COVID-19 guidance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 of the 15 Ministries will have new Ministers leading them after PM Lee unveiled his new Cabinet line-up. But what does it imply about the frontrunner for PM & the future of SG? Elsewhere, SG Internet was shocked by how little the prize money was for the football award when posts about it were shared on social media. But is the criticism fair?  FOLKLORY ➤ Get the perfect Mother's Day gift at https://folklory.com/ OUR SHOW ➤ https://comedydose2.peatix.com/  Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ UFC 261: Zhang Weili vs. Rose Namajunas ➤ Elon Musk is hosting Saturday Night Live Peace!

Episode 31 - 3 episodes in a week? What are we, jobless?Don't answer that. This episode, we revisit the case of PM Lee suing Leong Sze Hian. The PM obviously won, but it might not quite have the effect he expected. We also bring you some updates about the students who peed on each other in Ngee Ann Poly. This one seems like it will take some time to resolve.We save the last segment for what we propose to be the Bicycle Registration Act. Yes, now that Tay Ping Hui and the grande dame, Ho Ching herself has suggested it, we believe the time is right to reign in goddamn Singaporean cyclists.

Two-and-a-half years after Singapore's fourth-generation ministers named him their leader, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat has decided to step aside.   Rachel Kelly speaks to Zakir Hussain, Singapore Editor, The Straits Times to find out more and what this means for political succession plans here in Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 10 - We ponder if the "next-gen" ERP is really a way for the government to keep tabs on citizens, before delving into the 2 parliamentary discussions that stole the limelight: Free-Riders and Minimum Wage. Charles then dives deep into the case of Liew Mun Leong - an esteemed member of society who filed a bullshit police report on his maid. You will not believe how much fuckery ensues.Support the show (https://www.instagram.com/middleoftheroadpodcast)

The Big Story Ep 31: Good for S'pore to have adequate opposition MPs, but disagreement must not lead to polarisation, paralysis: PM Lee 3:52 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong says having an adequate number of opposition MPs in Parliament is good for Singapore as this keeps the Government on its toes, and shows Singaporeans that it has nothing to hide. But he adds that more opposition MPs and fiercer debate in the House may not necessarily be better, cautioning that the tone of Singapore's political debate could change for the worse. ST's Singapore editor Zakir Hussain Produced and edited by: ST Video team and Penelope Lee Discover The Straits Times Videos: https://str.sg/JPrc Discover ST & BT podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt Websites: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, PM Lee speaks to the parliament on life beyond COVID-19. Life to the pre-covid days will never be the same again. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-friendship-feed/donations

The Big Story Ep 23: PM Lee unveils new Cabinet line-up; 6 ministries to have new ministers 17:33 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announces his new Cabinet line-up on Saturday (July 25), with six ministries headed by new ministers. Seven of the People's Action Party's new MPs have also been appointed as political office-holders. News editor Zakir Hussain weighs in on the significance of the Cabinet reshuffle. Produced and edited by: ST Video team and Penelope Lee Discover The Straits Times Videos: https://str.sg/JPrc Discover ST & BT podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt Websites: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Big Story Podcast: PM Lee to see Singapore through crisis 7:03 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong pledges that he will steer Singapore through the current Covid-19 crisis alongside senior Cabinet colleagues and the fourth-generation ministers, even as the People's Action Party ensures there is continuous leadership renewal. Hosts Dylan Ang and Olivia Quay speak with deputy political editor Royston Sim, who shares his insights on the latest developments. Produced and edited by: ST Video team Discover The Straits Times Videos: https://str.sg/JPrc Discover ST & BT podcasts: Channel: https://str.sg/JWVR Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt Websites: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts https://bt.sg/moneyhacks Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the Pod Team discuss on the aftermath after PM Lee's Speech on the current situation and what to expect. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-friendship-feed/donations