WTF: Virus Spillovers, Plastic Shock and Perlis Dreams

This week on WTF, we look at the growing risks of zoonotic disease spillovers as avian flu and hantavirus outbreaks raise fresh global health concerns, the emerging “plastic shock” hitting Asia as oil disruptions squeeze petrochemical supplies, and the debate sparked by Perlis’ ambition to position…

China’s Soft Power, Climate Risks & Vet Shortage

A look at China’s growing global influence through brands and commerce and whether that translates into real soft power, rising concerns over climate tipping points like the potential collapse of the AMOC, and Malaysia’s widening shortage of veterinarians and what it means for public health, food s…

Ticketmaster Trouble, Wealth Taxes & Media Crackdowns

A look at the landmark US ruling against Ticketmaster’s parent company over monopoly practices and what it means for the global live events industry, debates around proposed wealth taxes in New York and whether they could gain traction elsewhere, and the detention of a journalist in Kuwait amid a w…

WTF: Ticketmaster Trouble, Wealth Taxes & Media Crackdowns

A look at the landmark US ruling against Ticketmaster’s parent company over monopoly practices and what it means for the global live events industry, debates around proposed wealth taxes in New York and whether they could gain traction elsewhere, and the detention of a journalist in Kuwait amid a w…

The World, A Little Unhinged

In our list this week, talk about removing US President Donald Trump has grown louder, and it is cutting across both sides of the political divide, including with the MAGA rightwing faithful. But getting the 25th Amendment isn’t going to be easy. Then we get up to speed with what’s happening to the…

Trump, Eurovision Asia & Driving in the Sky

A look at Donald Trump’s mixed messaging on the Iran conflict and what it means for markets and global stability, the launch of Eurovision Asia in Bangkok and the reactions it’s drawing, and JPJ’s plan to introduce vertical driving schools in multi-storey buildings and what that means for safety an…

Can Dubai Redefine Its Future Amidst A Shifting Crisis?

We peel back the layers on three global shifts: First, we look at Dubai. As a city built on rapid expansion and luxury, can it truly transform its economic DNA in the wake of the latest global crisis? What if the world finally runs out of Helium? And are our energy saving measures enough to keep ou…

Obesity: When Kids Carry More Than Backpacks

On What’s the Focus, we unpack the key takeaways from China’s Two Sessions, the potential impact of AI on mental health, and the growing concern over childhood obesity in Malaysia. Image Credit: Shutterstock

OpenAI vs Anthropic intensifies

What would you do if you wanted world global peace but your husband is doing the exact opposite and creating wars along the way? We also unpack the latest tensions taking place between the AI players and the US Government, as well as discuss the new appointment of Tengku Zafrul as Senior Political …

From Narco to Zero: Mexico Strikes El Mencho

It's Friday which means time for What’s the Focus or WTF our weekly wrap up show. Very useful since it's the last weekend for Chinese New Year but also the beginning of Ramadhan. So we give you lots of ideas for interesting or maybe distracting conversation. In the mix - what is happening in Mexico…