[Post 768] Sinkholes In Singapore: Can We Really Avoid Them? | Talking Point | Full Episode

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Last month, the shocking news of an Indian tourist falling into a sinkhole in KL dominated the headlines.  How does the ground beneath our feet suddenly give way and swallow a whole person?

In this episode of Talking Point, host Diana Ser visits ground zero in KL to find out what could have happened and also whether we can spot any warning signs of sinkholes. And while this happened in neighbouring Malaysia, she digs into the earth in Singapore to find out what lies beneath us and whether we are at risk here.

[Post 766] More Space, Lower Bills: Hong Kong Residents Are Moving To Retire In Mainland China | Money Mind

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More Hongkongers are making the move to the mainland in their old age. Is it just because of a lower cost of living?

[Post 765] Impact of providing better protection for Singapore's 70,000 platform workers | Deep Dive podcast

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No video this week as the recording was done online and the quality was not the best. But the conversation is still important and relevant to anyone who uses the services of platform workers. We hope you enjoy the audio experience.

[Post 764] The realities of raising 5 kids in Singapore | Commentary

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During the National Day Rally 2024 speech, a slew of announcements were aimed at making Singapore more family-friendly. One of the support measures will be for families with three or more young children. Freelance writer and mother-of-five Kelly Ang tells CNA about the realities of raising a large family in Singapore.

[Post 763] Ask Work It: More work but no promotion. Should I say no?

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You are taking on more projects every year, yet the career jump remains out of reach. What’s holding your boss back from promoting you and what can you do to break this cycle? 

[Post 762] Why near-expired food is sought after by young people in Taiwan

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More young Taiwanese are turning to near-expired food items sold at steep discounts as a way to cope with the island's soaring cost of living. It has become a popular topic on social media, with netizens sharing tips and experience of buying these discounted goods. CNA's Victoria Jen with this report.

[Post 761] How I Made It: PropNex CEO Ismail Gafoor, PropNex on making and spending money | Money Talks podcast

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In this special two-part series, Andrea Heng asks Singapore’s money makers about their relationship with money.

Real estate mogul Ismail Gafoor shares how his childhood shaped his attitude towards money, the number one financial rule he and his wife live by, and why it took years for him to finally enjoy spending money on himself.