Why KL can't get enough of Kelantan's breakfast

Here's how an overnight supply chain brings Kelantan’s beloved dishes to feed hungry diners in Kuala Lumpur. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. In this episode of Asian In…

Can you secretly record your boss? An employment lawyer on how this could end your career

Should you secretly record your workplace meetings, even if it’s legally allowed? A recent case, where a PR firm director was fired after secretly recording an internal meeting, has brought into focus the issue of how employees can document such meetings without putting their jobs at risk. Also, …

What Trump’s midterm rout means for Singapore, Asean and China | Blackbox Research CEO David Black

The Republican Party’s crushing defeat could reshape American politics, but Asia should not expect US politics to return to what it was before President Donald Trump, says the Blackbox Research CEO David Black.  In this conversation with The Straits Times' senior columnist Bhavan Jaipragas - recor…

Young Singaporeans are turning away from institutionalised religion. Why? | IPS’ Dr Melvin Tay

IPS research fellow Melvin Tay discusses the changing nature of religion in Singapore. More Singapore residents report having no religious affiliation, rising from one in five in 2020 to one in four in 2025, according to the Department of Statistics’ latest General Household Survey 2025.  But a s…

Singapore’s beverage container return scheme has been battered with criticisms. Why do we need it?

The scheme could help to improve Singapore’s low domestic recycling rates. Blue recycling bins filled with non-recyclable trash have become a common sight around Singapore. This contamination has resulted in poor domestic recycling rates in the country, as food and liquid waste thrown into the com…

S&P 500: Solid investment or internet hype? | Investing basics explained

ETFs, REITs, SSBs, T-bills - what do they all mean? In this episode, SGX director of capital market development Emelia Tan breaks down different investment assets and compares which ones are suitable for you.  Hosts Kai Wen and Sue-Ann discuss why ETFs are so popular now, how to diversify your in…

Are parents making their kids' screen habits worse?

How to better connect with a child offline and online.  Synopsis: Join us for a five-part limited-edition podcast series this November by The Straits Times where we discuss the challenges of raising kids in a world that's always plugged in. For many children and teens, there is little distinction…

Is Hong Kong really over? Warning China about a deal with Trump

Or has US economist Stephen Roach changed his mind about Hong Kong’s survival and identity?  Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times gets its US Bureau Chief to analyse the hottest political and geopolitical talking points. In this episode, US Bureau Chief Bhagyashree Garekar chats with Dr Steph…

“They treat us like dogs”: Xiaxue on the reality of being a live seller

Would you eat 2kg of durian in one go to sell a batch of the fruit? How about yapping for eight hours straight to hit your sales numbers? Live-streaming is booming, and for some, it looks like an easy gig with easy money. But seasoned live-sellers say the market is saturated and only the top selle…

He spent 16 years at McDonald’s, now he’s growing a Chinese tea brand | Chagee APAC CMO Eugene Lee

After 16 years at McDonald's, Chagee APAC CMO shares how Chinese companies operate differently in the global arena Synopsis: Conversations and interviews that give you something to think about. Each Wednesday, In Your Opinion speaks to thinkers, leaders, and the people shaping our lives and the is…