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The Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang is going to be brought back to life under the Subang Airport Regeneration Plan announced by Transport Minister Anthony Loke on Monday. The minister said the plan would be a major game-changer for the airport, and includes bringing back narrow body jets to the facility for both commercial and cargo flights. What are the implications of the S.A.R.P. for Malaysian aviation? We discuss the proposed redevelopment with Shantanu Gangakhedkar of Frost & Sullivan.

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As the world shifts towards renewable energy, the decommissioning of fossil fuel asset becomes a primary consideration. Are there standardised regulations to ensure this is done correctly and what are the complexities involved, William Attwell, Associate Director from Sustainable Fitch tells us.

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Jack Kouzi, Director of Strategy for VFS Group tries to help us understand what is exactly happening with US Markets following a series of engagements with Fed Chair Powell as he helps us navigate whether the recent geopolitical tensions between US - China will have any bearing on markets.

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Lagu-Lagu Dulu-Dulu returns for Season Two! A music programme focusing on vintage big band and classic swing sounds from the yesteryears. Hosted by the dynamic duo Sean Ghazi & Ida Mariana. Enjoy a selection of funky disco tunes from our local and regional legends!

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Tracklist:

Sudirman - Mat Disko

The Revolvers - Siapa Perlukan Cinta

Noorkumalasari - Hilang Satu Ganti Seribu

Noreen Noor - Dia & Dunianya

Surya Booty & the Booty Boys - Cik Minah Sayang

Lan Ying - 眼中的感情 (The Feeling in My Eyes)

Nazia Hassan - Aap Jaisa Koi

Anita Sarawak - Feelings

Dato' Shake - Tu Sais Je T'aime

Black Dog Bone - Khayalan

We've all heard of the Olympic Games & the Paralympics, but little is known about the Special Olympics World Games - the largest sporting event that promotes and advances a world of full inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities. Founded in 1968, the global movement now provides a safe space for over five million athletes from 174 different countries.

On the horizon is the World Games happening in Berlin in June, with the Malaysian contingent of 22 athletes who will represent the country in a variety of sports. This week, we find out more about Special Olympics Malaysia's mission to empower athletes & how sport can be the catalyst for inclusion & acceptance.

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Inspired by Daryl Kho's personal experience with his father's dementia, Mist-Bound: How to Glue Back Grandpa is a middle-grade fantasy about a little girl, Alexis, who sets off on a magical quest into a secret land to save her grandfather's shattered memories. We speak to Daryl about the fantasy world he's created, and how he channeled his family's experiences into his writing.

A comedy set in medieval times with a slightly bizarre plot, Catherine Called Birdy is about a daughter (Bella Ramsey) who decides to thwart her destitute father's plans of marrying her off to a wealthy family. The film, directed by Lena Dunham, has been gaining buzz since its release late last year. We check out the new-to-streaming comedy and discuss Lena Dunham's filmmaking style, the continuing awesomeness of Bella Ramsey, and why buzzy comedies like Catherine Called Birdy don't make it big at the box office anymore.

Last year, the government announce that it will cut their salaries by 20 percent, and recently, PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed that the constituency funds for MPs will be reduced by close to 70%, down from RM3.8 million to RM1.8 million. This is part of a larger move toward austerity for the government. We first unpack how austerity measures like this will impact the economy and our country's development. Then, we speak to an MP about how this will affect them.

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What elements of modern design weirdly mimic things that are no longer relevant? We discuss.

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Perikatan Nasional announced its shadow cabinet line up- we get into the question of the cabinet's lack of diversity, along with the role it's expected to play in strengthening the parliament and democracy as a whole.

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