Evening Edition

We discuss a growing movement in South Korea where women are rejecting the traditional expectations of the country's male-dominated society, by embracing the Four Nos: no dating, no sex, no marriage, and no children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We go through the drama at the PKR national congress, and take a look at the key takeaways from the Umno general assembly and Amanah's national convention which also concluded over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Bank's Malaysia Economic Monitor shows despite the fact that median income is outpacing inflation, income growth rates for low-income Malaysians and younger workers have been stifled over the years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to rationale, increasing salaries would reduce motivation to engage in corruption; but does that actually happen in real life? We discuss with Alex Tan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look at how corruption and bribery have been an impediment to Sustainable Development Goals, and whether the UN's global blueprint are a priority when it comes to shaping policy in our country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We honour the work of Caroll Spinney, the puppeteer who played Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch on Sesame Street as well as Kamaruddin Ismail, the co-creator of local animation Keluang Man and Usop Sontorian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finland is popularly known for setting the gold standard on education. We hear from someone who has helped shape the country's education system and curriculum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As drones are growing in its use and popularity, there have been calls for current drone laws to be updated. We look at what the issues of concern are, and how these laws can be updated to meet future demands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Businesses are expected to do better in terms of social responsibility and environmental protection. Kelvin Yee speaks with Martin Rich, co-founder of a sustainability benchmark for businesses about how companies can do better for the world and humanity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday marks the last day of this year's NATO summit in London. We examine what's next for the alliance, which sees its 70th anniversary this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sensors, cameras, smart cars and GPS - we discuss whether technology has made us better or worse drivers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at the value of ticketing people to enter the national park, and what impact this increase in revenue will have on Taman Negara and the state of Pahang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mercer's 2019 Malaysia Total Remuneration Survey found that salaries for next year are expected to increase at 5% across all industries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the last day of Parliament for 2019, some of the highlights include Dewan Rakyat Secretary Datuk Roosme Hamzah's retirement, allegations of a deep state, and PKR politics on the weekend of the party's national congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz has suggested we rethink the use of GDP, as it may not be the most adequate indicator of economic performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The move by the Water, Land and Natural Resources to merge both bills aims to ease payments for consumers and increase collections for Indah Water Consortium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A survey in the UK found that smartphone betting is fuelling addictive behaviour among adults, particularly with the aggressive push towards online gambling sites and apps. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at how other countries are grappling with the safety hazards of pedestrians who cross the road while using their mobile phones or other electronic devices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of the highlights today include a protest by estate workers for permanent housing, PSV licence for e-hailing drivers, and Malaysia taking action against the EU for new measures that limit palm oil imports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has asked the civil sector to guide the poor on getting out of poverty; but structural issues need to be addressed more urgently, according to Tan Sri Ramon Navaratnam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We try to find out what politicians are talking about when they mention the "deep state", which some suggest are undermining the government's efforts for institutional reforms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A survey by Mercer LLC found that despite headwinds in the country's economy, companies in Singapore are set to announce salary increases next year to prevent brain drain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some highlights from today's session include inappropriate comments made by the Pasir Salak MP, and the tabling of an constitution amendment that could prevent lawmakers from holding the position of Prime Minister for more than two terms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The practice of begging still continues, despite begging and giving money being prohibited by Indonesian laws. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aiman speaks with Apot anak Saat, former VAT 69 trooper who fought against the communists and was renowned for his tracking skills in the jungle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.