From K-pop drama to everyday struggles and holiday surprises, today’s stories have us talking.
On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada dive into how NewJeans member Danielle Marsh was dropped by her agency ADOR after a year of legal battles, injunctions, and public disputes.. Next, in Singapore, a viral TikTok sparked debate over whether the monthly $750 allowance for full-time national servicemen is enough in today’s economy. And finally, wedding season brings its own eyebrow-raising moments: a Hong Kong netizen was invited to a classmate’s wedding after 10 years, only to receive a pricey wish list of appliances and electronics, and discover they were invited just for the ceremony, with no banquet.

The Big Story: Why Indonesia’s record low Rupiah is triggering panic and memes
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The Agenda: Is it enough to retire comfortably with just CPF savings?
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What's Trending: Who should really be doing more housework at home?
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