Israel renewed strikes on Southern Lebanon over the weekend, despite both sides having signed a US-mediated framework ceasefire agreement on the 26th of June 2026. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Alan Chong, Senior Fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technological University.

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Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday (5 July), but Mojtaba, the son who succeeded him as Iran's supreme leader, did not make an appearance. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Alan Chong, Senior Fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technological University.

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The recent SLA-IBM cybersecurity incident compromised the personal data of about 70,000 people. How serious is this, and how can organisations better manage the risks associated with third-party vendors? Daniel Martin speaks with Benjamin Tan, CEO of INTfinity Consulting. 

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Palestinian movement Hamas announced the dissolution of the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades. Daniel Martin discusses further with Dr Alan Chong, Senior Fellow at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technological University.

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Guest: Eddy Loh, Chief Investment Officer, Maybank Group Wealth Management

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Jurong Lake District is set to get up to 1,200 new private homes, along with new office and retail space. But what are the benefits and the trade-offs when more private housing comes to your neighbourhood? Daniel Martin speaks with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer of Mogul.sg.  

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As children spend more time on screens, outdoor play is becoming even more important for their growth and wellbeing. Cheryl Goh speaks with Melissa Ong, Principal of Little Footprints Preschool who shares how time spent climbing, running and exploring nature supports physical positively affect social and emotional development; and how parents can help children get outside more often.

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Baja California taco culture arrives in the CBD with handmade tortillas, fresh salsas, grilled meats and agave-led cocktails. The restaurant brings together Los Angeles-style Mexican flavours with a lively social dining format designed for quick lunches, after-work drinks and longer dinners. Cheryl Goh finds out how all these flavours take over Asia Square with Chef Yong Soo Do, Group Executive Chef of Liberty Group and overseeing the kitchen at 11 Westside.

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A health crisis, retrenchment, divorce or the loss of a loved one can strain both emotions and finances. Planning ahead can give individuals and families more options when tough decisions arise. Cheryl Goh speaks with Grace Tay, Associate Director at finexis to explore what a crisis-ready financial plan should include, from emergency savings and insurance to access and end-of-life planning.

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The United Nations warns it has enough cash to meet its obligations only through mid-August, renewing calls for member states to pay their dues on time as mounting arrears threaten the organisation's operations. With cash reserves dwindling and unpaid contributions piling up, it is racing against time to keep paying staff, contractors and essential programmes, underscoring the severity of its funding crisis. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman dive deeper into the crisis with Daniel Forti, Head of UN Affairs, International Crisis Group

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