Mediacorp
Self-Driving Cars in K-City
In addition to improving video streaming speed, the introduction of 5G is also allowing for improvements in smart technology. Learn more about how Korea's K-City is investing a lot in self-driving cars, specifically. 5G part 3/5
Next Animation Studio
Singapore may have flattened the curve on coronavirus: report
Singapore’s lockdown may have reduced COVID-19’s spread to one new case per carrier, according to The Strait Times
Mediacorp
Empowering Local Communities for Sustainable Conservation in Borneo
This video shows how locals in Kalimantan are creating a green economy by being subsidized by the government for looking after their land in an eco-friendly sustainable manner. The Heart of ASEAN: episode 4, part 6/11
Janus Academy
Singaporean Chinese vs China Chinese | 新加坡华文 VS 大陆中文 | Can Singaporeans Speak Chinese?
Differences between Singaporean Chinese and mainland Chinese. Some differences I noticed by living in Singapore. Hi everyone, I am Audrey from Janus Academy. In this video, I am going to show you some interesting differences between...
Mediacorp
The Future of Food: Lab-Grown Meat and Alternative Sources
Singapore currently imports 90% of its food, which puts it in a precarious position as food is projected to become scarce in the future. So the country is investing big in alternative food research and innovation. Learn about some of the...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Nature of Economics | Economics for People with Ha-Joon Chang
Economists like to claim that they can explain everything. But does that really hold up? In this first lecture in INET’s “Economics For People” series, Ha-Joon Chang examines whether economics is science, or politics.
About “Economics...
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Improving Fitness and Health in Primary School Students
In this video, a former PE teacher-turned musician-takes on the challenge of getting six young kids fitter and healthier. However, during a fitness test, some of the kids struggle and show signs of fatigue and pain. The teacher is...
Limonero Films
Barings Bank: Nick Leeson Hits Rock Bottom
This video tells the story of Nick Leeson, a rogue trader who hid massive losses through deception and forged documents while working for Barings Bank in Singapore. Despite intense pressure and mounting losses, Leeson continued his risky...
Healthcare Triage
Lawsuits as a Tool to Stifle Research
Health research is difficult for a bunch of reasons. One of those reasons is the practice of using lawsuits to stifle research. A researcher finds that a product is harmful, and the producers of that product attack the researcher in...
Mediacorp
The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, host Joshua investigates the timeline for vaccine development and whether there is any hope of eradicating the virus. Pandemic part 1/7
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The Growing Importance of Satellite Companies in the Space Sector
This video discusses the growing commercial potential of the space sector, particularly in satellite technology. It highlights the significant investment being made in the industry and the potential for massive revenue generation. Space...
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Life as a Disabled Student
This series provides an insight in to the life of a student, Tamimi, who suffers from brittle bones and is confined to a wheelchair. This video focuses on the difficulties of everyday life and the problems that arise. We Are Family part 1/3
Next Animation Studio
Asymptomatic people also responsible for virus spread
New research by health specialists from Singapore shows evidence that asymptomatic individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 can inadvertently spread the virus.
Mediacorp
The Dangers of Frequent Plankton Blooms
This video discusses the potential water crisis in Singapore due to climate change. It explores the various ways Singapore obtains its water and how climate change can disrupt these sources. The focus is on the impact of plankton blooms...
Mediacorp
Obesity and Weight Loss in Singapore
In this video, the speaker discusses the prevalent issue of weight loss in Singapore and the challenges of maintaining weight loss. They highlight the importance of finding sustainable methods for losing weight and maintaining a healthy...
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The Risks of Fake News
This video explores the issue of fake news and deep fake videos, highlighting the ease with which they can be debunked but also the tendency for people to still fall for them. It discusses the concept of confirmation bias and how people...
Mediacorp
The Impact of COVID-19: New Habits and Changing Behaviors
The coronavirus pandemic changed global human behavior, from how people shopped to how they greet one another. A food scientist and a behavioral psychologist explore what pandemic inventions are likely to remain and which some customs...
The Viral Fever
The Food Files: Where Does Our Food Come From?
Singapore is a gastronomic paradise, with every type of delicious dish your heart desires. But to fulfil this food fixation, we need to import more than 90% of our produce. Meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, dairy products, chocolate, and...
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Innovating Ventilators: Saving Lives in the New Normal
With a ventilator shortage looming during the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors and engineers in Singapore developed a non-invasive ventilator that could be fully manufactured in the country. Explore how it works. Pandemic Innovations part 6/6
Sprouts Learning
Bruner’s Theory of Learning: 3 Steps to a World Class Education
In the 1980s, the Singaporean government decided to stop importing foreign textbooks and, instead, build the world's best math curriculum from scratch. Since that time, Singaporeans study fewer concepts with greater detail, following...
Mediacorp
Understanding the Misunderstanding: Islam, Terrorism, and Media Perception
This video explores the misunderstandings and perceptions surrounding Islam, particularly in the context of the War on Terror. They present statements made by politicians and media headlines and invite both Muslims and non-Muslims to...
Mediacorp
The Rise of Cleaning Robots: Battling COVID-19 with the XD Bot
The COVID-19 pandemic made people rethink their cleaning routines and increased demand for deep cleaning services. Meet some innovators who think that the future of effective and efficient sanitation may be robots! Pandemic Innovations...
Mediacorp
The Future of Electric Vehicles in Singapore
This video discusses the rise of green cars in Singapore and the ambitious goal of completely replacing fossil fuel cars by 2040. The video also highlights the importance of charging infrastructure and the need for renewable energy...
The Wall Street Journal
What Could Go Wrong?
Singapore Ambassador-at-Large Bilahari Kausikan talks to WSJ Asia Digital Editor Yumiko Ono about North Korea and the threat to Asia.