Singapore's Prime Minister will see his benchmark annual salary rise from S$2.2 million (US$1.7 million) to S$3.6 million, a jump of more than 60%, announced by PM Lawrence Wong himself in parliament. Even before the raise, the Singaporean prime minister’s paycheck was considered one of the highest among other country leaders. But this got us thinking about other jobs that might benefit from this pay bump. So we ask our listeners: With news that the Singaporean PM is up for a million dollar increment, what other professions could use a huge pay raise?

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The haze has worsened, with Sarawak's condition not improving and schools forced to shut down. We revisit a conversation we had with Dr Teckwyn Lim, environmental researcher, about why our haze problem has been going on for three decades. We also hear clips on the health side of things, from an interview with consultant respiratory physician, Dr Helmy Haja Mydin. Throughout, we ask our listeners: How is the haze affecting you? What can be done to stop transboundary haze - from us, as citizens, and from the government?

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The controversy surrounding Madu Atau Racun, a Malay-language series alleged to involve same-sex relationships, has drawn reactions ranging from the Religious Affairs Minister to the public, with calls for the series to be pulled for going against religious teachings. With discussions about censorship in the air, we ask you: is censorship necessary?

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From a good ol' breakfast at the kopitiam before a trip to Genting Highlands to a late-night supper at the mamak after a local football game, everyone has their own definition of a perfect day as a Malaysian. So for today's Talkback Tuesday, we ask our listeners: If you could plan your ideal, quintessentially Malaysian day, what would it look like?

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With Merdeka just around the corner, it is the time of year when we reflect on what brings us together as a nation, from our food and culture to our shared warmth and unity. So, as we prepare to celebrate another year of independence, we ask our listeners: What is your favourite thing about Malaysia, and what is your wish for the country?

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As the government considers whether elements of GST could be integrated into the existing SST framework, questions remain over how a hybrid system would affect consumers and businesses. So for today’s Talkback Thursday, we speak with Thenesh Khanna, Executive Director of TraTax, on the differences between GST and SST, the impact on the cost of living, and what an ideal tax system could look like.

Then, we ask our listeners: Would You Like to See the Return of GST?

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As generative AI tools become the go-to shortcut for logos, taglines, and marketing campaigns, creatives warn that algorithm-driven branding harms artistic integrity and originality. But with businesses prioritising speed and cost-cutting, does the average consumer actually care if a design is AI-generated? So for today's Talkback Tuesday, we speak with Alexdrina Chong, artist, illustrator and creative director, on protecting the human soul and emotional resonance in art, as well as Brandon Lee, Co-Founder of Pandan Social, on commercial efficiency and how businesses can use AI without sacrificing brand authenticity.

Then, we ask you: Would you hire a designer or copywriter over just using AI?


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Think RM1 million sets you up for life? Think again. The Star recently published an article highlighting that with double-digit medical inflation and longer lifespans, RM1 million today only feels like RM700,000 in past terms, and financial experts are pushing the target up to RM1.5 million.

So for today's Talkback Thursday, we ask our listeners: Do you think you have enough to retire? How are you preparing for retirement? We also speak with Idham Idris, Chief Marketing Officer of Wealth Vantage, on the average Malaysian's retirement plans and what can be done to catch up to the benchmark.


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It’s been 50 years since a woman last raced in the Formula One world championship, with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali saying in 2024 that he didn’t expect to see a female driver on the grid within the next five years. This raises broader questions about gender representation in traditionally single-gender-dominated workplaces and how the gender makeup of a workplace can shape its culture.

So for today's Talkback Tuesday, we ask our listeners: Is your workplace male or female dominated and how does it affect your work culture?

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Whether it's ghosting, being left on 'read', or passive-aggressive punctuation, digital communication comes with plenty of unwritten rules. In fact, there is even research that shows Gen Z often views a simple period at the end of a text as harsh or angry, while Gen Xers just see it as proper grammar. This got us thinking about other digital pet peeves people might have.

So for today's Talkback Thursday, we ask our listeners: What is one thing about online or texting culture that you would get rid of?

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