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On The Morning Drive today, does persistence really pay off in the lottery? Plus, Jules takes on the infamous bee hoon challenge! We also speak to Shaik Nifael, who left school at 18 to start at the very bottom and now runs a $3M waste-management company—sharing lessons in resilience, real-world success, and the school of life.

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Forgetfulness isn't always harmless. It could be the first sign of cognitive decline.

Join Liz Piper, Principal Therapist at Lifeweavers Therapy, in episode 7 of #IWishIKnew as she uncovers the subtle red flags, the ways people unintentionally adapt, and what's really happening beneath the surface.

Listen in now to discover how rehab therapy and lifestyle changes can empower individuals to stay proactive and protect their independence for as long as possible.

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On The Morning Drive today, Singapore is reviewing its COE categorization as Cat A and Cat B prices continue to converge. Meanwhile, Robert Downey Jr. makes a splash at Marina Bay Cruise Centre, christening the new Disney Adventure!

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On The Morning Drive today, a former yakuza leader’s house is up for sale.. would you move in? We also ask: what’s the most annoying word in the English language? Plus, we speak to Liz Piper from Lifeweavers on Episode 7 of #IWishIKnew, as she explains why forgetfulness could be a sign of cognitive decline and how rehab therapy and simple lifestyle changes can help people stay independent for longer!

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Is personalization still personal with AI involved?

Join Kelly Keak, Managing Director of mtm labo, as we explore the intersection of AI and centuries-old craftsmanship. With decades of hand-blended skincare expertise and cutting-edge AI-powered skin analysis, we dive into how tradition and technology can come together to deliver truly personalized results.

From 35 years of bespoke skincare to the future of personalized beauty, discover why the human touch still matters!

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On The Morning Drive today, Australia signals it may target app stores and search engines in a new AI-era regulatory crackdown. Closer to home, Singapore plans to raise the retirement and re-employment age.. What does this mean for workers and businesses?

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On The Morning Drive today, a medication linked to impulse-control side effects has people developing sudden addictions to shopping and gambling—how does that even happen? Taxi, MRT or bus: which do you prefer? Plus, we speak to Kelly Keak about reinventing mtm labo with AI, and whether personalization in beauty can still feel personal when technology enters the mix.

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Are libraries the new living rooms?

Step inside a different kind of library as we sit down with Rebecca Toh, founder of Casual Poet Library, as she shakes up the idea of what a library can be. This isn’t your average book nook—it’s a thriving, community-run space where people don’t just read, they connect.

What does it take to make a library more than just books? Listen in for a fresh take on why “third places” are crucial in today’s world,

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On The Morning Drive today, the public can now use DBS PayLah! and EZ-Link to receive 10-cent refunds when recycling bottles and cans. Plus, a maths debate gets people talking—8 × 5 is right, 5 × 8 isn’t wrong… but 5 × 8kg? That’s where things get tricky.

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On The Morning Drive today, how do we feel about tipping on top of the service charge? We also speak to Rebecca Toh, who’s redefining libraries as vibrant, community-run “third places” at the Casual Poet Library. Plus, FD shares the one book everyone should read—because some recommendations are just too good to miss!

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