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Mining the deep reporting of CNA's correspondents, Teresa Tang goes behind the scenes with journalists on the frontlines to unpack the biggest Asian and global stories.

17 HR AGO

Battling online violence against women after a Malaysian influencer’s death

The digital space can be a very unfriendly place if you're a woman. Harassment and bullying are believed to have driven a Malaysian influencer to take her own life. Why are females disproportionately victims in cyberspace? Teresa Tang sits down with CNA's Afifah Ariffin in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 min
19 NOV

Victims of South Korea's controversial adoption system search for answers - and birth mothers

South Korea used to be the world's largest source of babies for adoption. It's believed 200,000 children are part of the Korean adoptee diaspora, many of whom were sent away illegally and unethically. Those babies are now adults determined to trace their biological roots. Teresa Tang goes on an emotional journey with CNA's Lim Yun Suk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 min
12 NOV

Trump’s Tariffs: Malaysia braces for trade disruptions

US President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to levy tariffs on all imports going into America, a move that could spark a trade war and imperil export-dependent economies in Asia such as Malaysia. The US was the country's third-largest trading partner in 2023, and Malaysia hosts foreign companies that play important roles in global supply chains. Arnold Gay speaks to CNA’s Malaysia correspondent Melissa Goh to find out how the ASEAN member is preparing for Mr Trump’s ‘America First’ policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 min
7 NOV

Trump 2.0: What happens next?

Republican leader Donald Trump beat his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in a decisive election victory. How did he convince voters he was the right choice and how will he govern a second time around? Arnold Gay talks to Nick Harper, Sally Patterson and Olivia Siong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

33 min
5 NOV

The Philippines is considering legalising divorce, but some say it’s a bad idea

Religion and societal norms are two reasons why divorce has been illegal in the Philippines for centuries. But those stuck in failed marriages have been fighting to reverse that. Teresa Tang sits down with Nivell Rayda to see how soon the law could change and why some are against it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 min
29 OCT

Will Harris or Trump prevail in a race that’s still too close to call?

Americans head to the polls on Nov 5 to choose between a twice-impeached and once-convicted former president in Donald Trump, or Kamala Harris, a relative unknown accused of flip-flopping, and thrown into the race when Joe Biden stepped down. Arnold Gay speaks to CNA’s US Bureau Chief Simon Marks, and correspondent Sally Patterson, on the key issues defining the election, and why it’s on knife-edge just days away from polling day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 min
22 OCT

What is going to happen when family pets outnumber children in China?

China's pet population will be nearly twice that of its young children by 2030. The pet economy is worth billions and has spawned trends never seen before. Teresa Tang sits down with CNA's Shanghai correspondent Tan Yew Guan in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 min
15 OCT

Does Malaysia have what it takes to stand out as a regional leader in AI?

With a vision, optimism and billions pouring in from major tech firms, Malaysia is fighting to be at the forefront of artificial intelligence. But a shortage of talent stands in the way. CNA's Melissa Goh and Afifah Ariffin speak to Teresa Tang in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 min

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Mining the deep reporting of CNA's correspondents, Teresa Tang goes behind the scenes with journalists on the frontlines to unpack the biggest Asian and global stories.