On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada dive into the trending stories of today from a viral Chinese app that asks “Are You Dead?” to a wildly expressive toy-filled BTO flat and Mattel’s first-ever autistic Barbie. We explore why millions are paying for a daily “I’m alive” check-in amid growing loneliness, how a Singapore couple’s maximalist home is sparking debate over self-expression versus overstimulation, and whether an autistic Barbie represents meaningful inclusion or clever marketing.

The Agenda: Could fractional work be the new retirement plan for seniors?
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The Big Story: MRT reliability hits record high in September. But are commuters feeling the difference?
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What's Trending: Changi’s carpet controversy... Is Singapore overprotective of its airport?
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