The Daily Ketchup

Behind Singapore’s cute pet culture lies a hidden trade of smuggled animals.Many are found in dashboards, car seats and cramped compartments with no ventilation, and arrive sick, traumatised, or carrying deadly diseases like rabies.In this eye-opening episode of The Daily Ketchup, NParks senior veterinarian Dr Sean Sum takes us to the frontlines! From emergency rescues at the border, to the heartbreaking decisions vets face: When to fight for an animal’s life, when rehabilitation is possible, and when euthanasia becomes the only humane option.Here's what every pet owner should hear before getting one.-To learn more about the import requirements for pet dogs and cats, visit go.gov.sg/avs-dogcatimport for more information.

Why do so many Muslim women stay in difficult marriages? Is it "safe" to pray on an airplane? Why is the Kaaba cover black?In Part 2, we sit down again with Ustazah Liyanah to get to the bottom of the questions non-Muslims are always too shy (or scared) to ask out loud!-Visit abs.org.sg/e-payments or speak to your bank representative to find out more about e-payment solutions, including the newly launched EDP and EDP+.-Revolut #HuntTheMouse 2025: Only 10 days left to guess and win S$250,000!Use your FREE guess before 30 Nov at guess.sqkii.com. Don’t waste it!

What's it REALLY like to be a female muslim in Singapore? In this episode, we're joined by esteemed Islamic teacher Ustazah Liyanah to debunk the biggest misconceptions about Islam! From stereotypes about “submissiveness,” to what the Quran actually says about marriage, gender, personal freedom, and modern life, we delve into the real lived experiences of Muslim women in Singapore, and what people struggle to talk about openly.-If you ever encounter someone suspicious on WhatsApp, don’t just ignore them – blocking and reporting problematic users helps keep WhatsApp safe. Learn how to block and report someone: https://faq.whatsapp.com/1142481766359885?helpref=faq_content

Are relationships really meant to "last forever"?In this episode, we're joined by an old friend! Saffron opens up about how her childhood shaped her toxic relationships, and what maturing in love REALLY looks like. PLUS! How do we deal with shifting friendship dynamics after getting attached, and why do men often hide the truth about their feelings??-Find a cause you care about and make a difference by volunteering! Head to sgcares.sg and get started today!To learn more about SGPO or submit your own project idea, visit SGPO.gov.sg.

What really happens behind the walls of Singapore’s prisons? In this episode, Marlene Chua from the Singapore Prison Service gives us a rare look into one of the most sensitive areas of rehabilitation. How do psychologists assess risk factors, address distorted thinking, and decide when someone is truly ready for release? From building trust with resistant offenders to confronting difficult ethical lines, this episode dives into the uncomfortable but necessary question: Can the people who commit the worst harm actually change?-Learn more about broadband built different for you: singtel.com/broadband.-Join the 2025 Revolut #HuntTheMouse and start earning coins today! Visit: https://huntthemouse.sqkii.com/

Feel like you “only see your MP once every 5 years”?? As part of a brand new series, we’re inviting politicians, elected or not, to have unfiltered conversations about the issues that shape our everyday lives.Kicking things off with first-time MPs Cassandra Lee and Charlene Chen, we dig into what life is REALLY like after getting elected: The emotional highs and lows of Meet-the-People sessions, online allegations, quirky parliament rules, and what they hope to move the needle on!

Starting a business in Singapore sounds sexy. Until you hit the paperwork, the funding drought, and the burnout.In this episode, Jeannie Lim (Assistant Managing Director at Enterprise Singapore) unpacks how local entrepreneurs can feasibly build, grow, and go global. From government grants and funding to the hidden ecosystems that quietly powers thousands of Singapore SMEs, we get a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to scale up in today’s most competitive markets.See how Enterprise Singapore partners local businesses to scale, innovate, go global, and build capabilities – for where they're growing: https://go.gov.sg/wi8nnw

AI is changing everything, from how we fall in love to how we get hired. In this episode, we explore the best and worst ways people have been integrating AI into their daily lives, and what our lives might look like in the near future!-Harness AI to build future-ready careers! Learn more at go.gov.sg/2025ndr-tdk

What is the "price of entry" to a meaningful life? In this episode, Dan and Denise break down everything they learnt from Steven Bartlett’s speaking tour! From LITERALLY rewiring your brain to persuasion tactics and "instinct science", we break down the what it takes to get from stuck in life to building something that lasts.-P.S.Blocking and report problematic users to keep your loved ones (and your money) safe! Learn more at: https://faq.whatsapp.com/1142481766359885?helpref=faq_content