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Singapore is set to fully switch to the ERP 2.0 system from January next year, following the passing of new legislation in Parliament. This means on-board units will be mandatory for all Singapore-registered vehicles. Daniel Martin speaks with transport analyst Terence Fan, Assistant Professor in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the Singapore Management University. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

The Education Ministry says it has no intention of scaling its central kitchen model to every school, and it is only reserved for those that face difficulties securing stallholders. Do you want a central kitchen providing the food for your child’s school? Daniel Martin discusses further with Esther Foong–Tan, Family Life Education Specialist and a mother of two. See omnystudio.com/list...

The Land Transport Authority has uncovered 3,200 more vehicles with defective Takata airbags — recalled worldwide over a decade ago. These were traced through authorised dealers after their parallel importers had shut down. What if you bought from a parallel importer that’s no longer in operation? Daniel Martin speaks with Associate Professor Victor Kwan, Deputy Director at the Singapo...

217 people are under investigation for suspected involvement in scam operations that have cost victims over S$7.6 million. From job and investment scams to impersonations of government officials, the cases span all types and cut across every demographic. Daniel Martin speaks with Benjamin Ang, Senior Fellow and Head of the Centre of Excellence for National Security, as well as Head of Digital Impa...

A 22-year-old man was sentenced to seven months’ jail, after using a charger that was incompatible with his PMD battery - causing a fire in a HDB flat. In sentencing him, the judge said the offender’s negligence produced devastating consequences, and that he demonstrated an indifference to safety risks and a complete disregard for the safety of his household occupants. Daniel Martin di...

Ever walked down a corridor to a MRT station, and bumped into a group of youngsters getting down and funky to the biggest K-pop tunes? Does it make you smile to see those kids enjoying themselves or… does it make you extremely annoyed that they couldn’t do it someplace else? Daniel Martin discusses further with Professor Hoe Su Fern, Principal Research Fellow, Nanyang Academy of...

The Consumers Association of Singapore says it has received a total of 1,065 reports regarding the sudden closure of massage and foot reflexology chain Wan Yang. Customers have also reported losses of about S$1.29 million in unused prepaid packages as of 23 Jan 2026. Daniel Martin discusses further with Associate Professor Lau Kong Cheen, Head of Marketing Programme, Singapore University of S...

In light of Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow sharing at this year’s Singapore Perspectives conference that our nation should balance racial and religious harmony through more inclusive practices, adding a point on having more integration efforts as immigration rates increase, Daniel Martin discusses what you see affecting social cohesion in your work / neighbourhood / life, with Shahra...

70 travellers. $3,398 in duty and GST evaded. Nearly $22,000 in fines. From cigarettes and liquor to luxury items and even roller blinds, Daniel Martin speaks with Benjamin Cassim, Senior Lecturer in Lifestyle and Consumer Experience at the School of Business, Temasek Polytechnic, about why some travellers don’t declare their goods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might have seen the video — a man hit by a car while jaywalking across Sengkang Central. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Joel Yang, Clinical Psychologist at Mind What Matters, to unpack why people still take that risk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A viral video in Boon Keng uncovered a long-running neighbour dispute — with a door camera at the centre of it. Smart doorbells offer safety, but at what cost to privacy? Daniel Martin speaks with Moses Lew, Project Manager at HomeSafe Security, a company specialising in home security solutions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cuppage Terrace, made up of 17 adjoining Peranakan conservation shophouses, has been put up for sale at a guide price of 250 million dollars — its first time on the market in over 20 years. Daniel Martin speaks with Professor Sing Tien Foo, Provost’s Chair Professor at the Department of Real Estate, NUS Business School. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singaporeans go through around 500 million plastic bottles a year — that's about 100 bottles per person annually. With safe tap water widely available, why do so many still turn to bottled water? Daniel Martin speaks with Lionel Dorai, Executive Director of Zero Waste Singapore, to unpack the habits, perceptions, and environmental cost behind this trend. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

About a year ago, the 'Singapore Today' team spoke about there being fewer graduates finding work 6 months after leaving university. Now, a Polytechnic Graduate Employment Survey's results have showed ninety per cent of polytechnic graduates in Singapore’s labour force got employed within six months of completing school or National Service (NS) last year. So, are diploma holders and poly gra...

O-level results are out today, with over 22,400 candidates receiving their results from their secondary schools. Nearly 87 per cent of those who sat for last year’s GCE O-Level exams achieved a grade of C6 or better in five or more subjects. So, do you talk to your 16 / 17 year old about their next step after the Os, or do you let them make the decision? Daniel Martin discusses further with...

The shift to centralised and hybrid school meals has sparked debate, with early rollouts facing glitches, missing meals, and concerns over food quality and the loss of traditional recess experiences. Daniel Martin speaks with dietitian Jaclyn Reutens from Aptima Nutrition, Camden Medical. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 30-year-old Malaysian man was recently sentenced to four weeks’ jail for exposing himself to a 15-year-old boy in a public toilet at Senja Hawker Centre. What should you do if you encounter a flasher? Daniel Martin speaks with Ivan Tan, a licensed private investigator and operations manager at Asia Top Investigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine Nominated Members of Parliament — comprising eight new faces and one returning member — were officially appointed at a ceremony at the Istana. How would you like to see them contribute? Daniel Martin speaks with Anthea Ong, former Nominated Member of Parliament, professional certified coach, and social entrepreneur. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gen Z investors are increasingly turning away from traditional markets like Singapore’s stock market, favouring higher-risk assets such as cryptocurrencies in search of faster returns. Daniel Martin speaks with personal finance influencer Seth Wee, better known as Sethisfy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A six-year-old boy fractured his nose after falling on the Walking Net at Jewel Changi Airport’s Canopy Park on Dec 10. He had been running when he lost his balance and hit a wooden platform. Jewel and the BCA said safety guidelines advise against running, and staff had reminded the group beforehand. Daniel Martin speaks with Darius Lee, a father of two young children. See omnystudio.com/lis...

The Singapore National Employers Federation is calling for support to help businesses stay competitive and manage manpower and cost pressures in its 2026 Budget wishlist. Daniel Martin speaks with Hao Shuo, CEO of Singapore National Employers Federation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore’s consumer watchdog, Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore, recently took action against PRISM+ over misleading website features, including fake countdown timers that pressure consumers into buying quickly. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Guan Chong, Associate Professor in Marketing at Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

A recent CASE-commissioned survey found that ticket scalping is a key area of concern. Just under two-thirds of respondents felt it prevented genuine fans from attending events and created unnecessary stress. Daniel Martin speaks with Ross Knudson, Co-Founder of LAMC Presents – a local concerts organiser and promoter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billing disputes, damage claims, and vague contracts – these are just some of the pain points Singaporeans are flagging in the car-sharing sector. According to a recent survey by CASE, 76.9 per cent of respondents saw the industry as a key area of concern. Daniel Martin speaks with Annie Loh, General Manager of Tribecar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 10,000 athletes from 11 nations are taking part in this year’s SEA Games in Thailand. Singapore has sent its largest contingent to the 33rd SEA Games, with 930 athletes set to compete in 48 sports. Daniel Martin speaks with CNA's Paul Sng. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.