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With the multiple stimulus packages rolled out to create jobs and revive the economy, questions arise as to how it should be paid for. Is the solution perhaps not new taxes but a reform of the taxation system? Dr. Veerinderjeet Singh, Chairman of Tricor Malaysia and Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of Center for Market Education (CME) weigh in with their suggestions.

With the potential 4th wave of covid 19 infections in Malaysia, what lessons have we learnt? Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO of Galen Centre for Health & Social Policy tells us what needs to be done on the ground and also how to tackle vaccine hesitancy in this country.

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Stephen Schwartz of Fitch Rating talks about the consequences (or none) of the first semi-annual foreign exchange report issued by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen as the US places 11 economies on the monitoring list for possible currency manipulation.

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With news of an international bank, Citibank closing shop in Malaysia, what rights do its employees have? Sunitha Ruthram, employment lawyer tells us.

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Joe Quinlan from the US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management discusses how the US equities market is increasingly broad-based beyond tech and highlights the specific investment opportunities in the increasingly hot US property market.

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.

2:42 - What do you miss most about your office?

9:26 - How much money would make you happy for the rest of your life?

16:13 - International headlines

23:30 - Local headlines

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With our eyes set on unearthing the freshest flavours from unexpected places, we widen our scope with hand-picked musical gems from all across Asia. In this special feature in collaboration with WeSing, we learn more about the wildly popular pocket karaoke app that's been taking Asia by storm. We speak to two prominent WeSing users, EsmondSings and David Cha, about their personal experiences and how WeSing proved to be more than just a pocket karaoke app.

Following the release of the latest Mortal Kombat movie, we look back at the franchise that has stood the test of time to still remain relevant, close to 30 years later. From shaking the video game industry with its brutal violence that’s both gory and absurd, to successfully venturing outside the video game realm, Mortal Kombat looks set to be around for years to come. In this episode, we trace back its history and impact on the video game industry and pop culture.

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Chelsea will take on Leicester City in the FA Cup Final in May. Sheffield United are relegated from the Premier League. West Ham are beaten at Newcastle, whilst Tottenham and Arsenal earn draws against Everton and Fulham, respectively. Manchester United strengthen their hold on 2nd spot after beating Burnley 3-1. Includes a preview of Leeds v Liverpool and the midweek fixtures.

The “Pause” series of visual arts exhibitions was born out of the pandemic. Curated by Sharmin Parameswaran, the shows bring together various artists’ works to capture and document their reactions to the pandemic and their isolation experiences. We review Pause II, the second exhibition in the series, discussing the works and how they depict the various facets of the past year. Everyone's A Critic is jointly presented with CENDANA. For updates on Malaysian arts and culture, visit them on Facebook and Instagram.

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