Cryptocurrencies have garnered significant attention amidst the war in Ukraine. As Russia becomes more excluded in the global financial system, many have raised questions as to whether Russia will turn to cryptocurrencies to bypass the sanctions imposed. Varun Mittal, Chief Growth Officer of Singlife with Aviva and author of Singapore: The Fintech Nation tells us more. Image credit: Unsplash.com

The lockdown in Malaysia started on 18 March 2020 but what were the gaps in our healthcare system? Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO, Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy does a review with us whilst making recommendations for the future. Image credit: Shutterstock.com

Hong Kong Monetary Authority raised interest rates after the much awaited Fed rate move but how will the other Asian central banks react while balancing recovery? Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist at UBP shares his view. Image credit: Shutterstock.com

We get you out of bed, to your first cup of coffee or to your first destination of your day with thought-provoking discussions on ideas, people and events shaping all our lives.

2:05 - The link between Covid-19 deaths and internet access

8:59 - Why we need a Covid memorial

14:33 - International Headlines

20:15 - Local Stories

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The aesthetic of photos captured using an old, vintage camera can only be matched by the process of creating these cameras and printing those photos yourself, and for Jeffrey Lim, his interest in both photo making and printmaking led to the creation of DIY box cameras to consolidate everything. He then founded Kanta Studio to share his work with others and educate them on the art of a more deliberate photography process. Jeffrey joins us on the show to reflect on what he has achieved so far.

Whether going back to your parents’ high school, sending a cyborg to protect your younger self, speaking to aliens who see time differently, or just wanting to finish a history assignment, time travel is one of the most intriguing sci-fi themes on screen. This week, we’re dedicating our Supercut to the joys and complications of tales that travel through time.

Selecting the new Johor Menteri Besar was a contentious issue that concluded with the appointment of Datuk Onn Hafiz. We dissect the turn of events and how it reflects on the push and pull that has long existed between elected leaders and the monarchy.

Image source: Onn Hafiz Facebook Page

EPF withdrawals were announced for the fourth time by Prime Minister Dato' Sri Ismail Sabri Yaacob. We look to Twitter for the reactions.

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In today's parliament sitting, the Finance Minister's absence is felt on multiple occasions, and we revisit questions around deaths in immigration detainment and those in relation to the Covid-19 vaccine.

Image source: Tengku Zafrul, Facebook

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