CNA938 Rewind

The issue of people rummaging through rubbish bins for refundable containers came up in Parliament, with Sustainability and the Environment Minister Grace Fu setting out what is and isn’t allowed. Daniel Martin spoke to Chan Mun Wei, Founder and Principal Consultant of SustainableSG, about what to do if you come across it, and the possible issues around litter and hygiene. See omnystudio.com...

In Business, India raises interest rates for the first time in more than three years, Malaysia prepares to unveil Budget 2027, and the potential risks from an unwinding of the AI trade come into focus at the Milken Institute Asia Summit. Daniel Martin spoke to Sani Hamid, Director of Wealth Management at Financial Alliance, about these and other key developments shaping Asian markets. See omnystud...

Retrenchment benefits came up in Parliament after latest labour figures showed 12 per cent of employers did not pay them. Daniel Martin spoke to Hannah Heng, Associate Director at Nair, Jen and Tan LLC, about when retrenchment benefits apply and what employees can do if they are not paid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro discovers what it takes to be an award-winning personal stylist like Moushumi Khara, founder of the boutique styling firm The Lifestyle Editor. Khara describes how she specialises in colour analysis, body shape analysis, and wardrobe edits - together with client Uma Balasingam, founder of consultancy Careerquake. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

When we feel well, breast screening may not be on our minds. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cheryl Goh speaks with Elise Chan Wei Ting, Senior Radiographer at NHG Diagnostics, NHG Health to explore why screening matters before symptoms appear, clear up common misconceptions about mammograms, and look at how better access and support can help people feel more confident about taking that first...

A ring of premium wagyu takes centre stage at Tajimaya Black, with six cuts grilled tableside alongside seafood, pork and a full spread of accompaniments. Cheryl Goh speaks with Jonathan Chong, Marketing Executive of Creative Eateries to look at what sets the different cuts apart and how the experience is designed from first bite to finish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Businesses across APAC are deploying AI at scale, but customers still face broken handoffs and repeated questions. Cheryl Goh speaks to Albert Nel, Senior Vice President and Regional Sales Leader for Asia Pacific at Genesys, about connecting AI, employees and channels to create a smoother customer journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consumers have endless choices over where to eat, drink and shop, making it increasingly difficult for businesses to stand out on product alone. Hairainto Diman and Andrea Heng examine why companies are turning to events, experiences and unexpected collaborations to create reasons for customers to visit and return with Jo Lam, Founder, Remedial Kids See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The October 7 attacks and the war that followed transformed Israel and Gaza—but their impact has spread far beyond them. Three years on, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine how the conflict has reshaped Middle East geopolitics with Professor Lawrence Rubin, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

On today's (7 Oct) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer and Founder, FedWatch Advisors  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China is accelerating the consolidation of hundreds of smaller, mostly rural banks as Beijing seeks to strengthen its financial system and contain risks linked to bad loans, the property downturn and local government debt. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine what the banking shake-up means for consumers, businesses, foreign investors and the wider Chinese economy with Karen Wu, Senior Credit A...

In Business, Asian markets are in focus after a tech rally pushed the Nasdaq to a record high, while fresh inflation signals emerge from Japan, the Philippines and Thailand. Daniel Martin spoke with Yeo Hui Shi, Portfolio Manager at FSM Global, about these developments, changes in India’s retail landscape and Singapore’s plans for a potential energy infrastructure cluster. See omnystud...

More than 5,000 people turned up when part of Joo Chiat Road went car-free for six hours. Daniel Martin spoke to Djoko Prihanto, Director of DP Urban and former President of the Singapore Institute of Planners, about where else a car-lite approach could be considered, and the practical trade-offs for residents, businesses and motorists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much difference can a new MRT station or better transport links make to the value of your home? Daniel Martin spoke to Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer of property portal Mogul.sg, about the connectivity premium, when it tends to show up in property prices, and whether buyers can sometimes pay too much for the promise of better transport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

For some young people, home can be a source of distress rather than support. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Chua Weibin, Chief Executive Officer of Counselling and Care Centre to discuss how counselling, temporary shelter and community support can help vulnerable youths rebuild a sense of safety, trust and connection before problems reach a crisis point. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Birds of a Feather marks 10 years on Amoy Street with a refreshed menu, a clearer culinary identity and a renewed drinks programme. Cheryl Goh digs into its “Progressive Cuisine with Chuan Influences”, from new plates and reworked favourites to how diners’ tastes have changed over the past decade with Chef Eugene See, Chef-Partner at Birds of a Feather and Teh Yong Sheng, Operati...

When an appraisal falls short of expectations, the next step is not always obvious. Cheryl Goh speaks with Ruchi Parekh, executive, career and life coach, NLP Practitioner and former lawyer to look at how to make sense of the feedback, raise questions around pay and promotion, and work out what it means for your longer-term career plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore's birth numbers are shrinking, leaving baby-care brands competing for an increasingly small pool of customers. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine how businesses are adapting through premium products, new services and overseas expansion with Lau Kong Cheen, Associate Professor, School of Business, SUSS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Flydubai incident has put pilot recruitment under scrutiny after reports that the co-pilot had previously been barred from flying by another airline. Shantanu Gangakhedkar, Aerospace Lead, Frost & Sullivan explains the checks pilots typically undergo, from licences and medicals to employment and security screening and whether international information-sharing needs to improve to Hairianto...

On today's (6 Oct) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng speak with Tony Nash, Founder & CEO, Complete Intelligence Economist, Main Street Alpha See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors can now buy some of Singapore's biggest stocks in much smaller quantities, dramatically lowering the upfront cost of owning names such as DBS, OCBC and UOB. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng examine whether smaller board lots can attract more retail investors—and whether affordability was really what was holding them back with Tim Phillips, Founder, TimTalksMoney  See omnystudio...

On Global Watch, Yemen’s government is launching a major offensive to retake Houthi-controlled territory. Daniel Martin spoke to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about what triggered the offensive, the balance of power on the ground and the risk of a wider regional confrontation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Global Watch, concerns are growing over Russia’s use of so-called “grey-zone” tactics in Europe, as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Kyiv amid heavy Russian bombardment. Daniel Martin spoke to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about the risks of escalation and Germany’s changing security role in Europe. See omnystudio.co...

On Global Watch, Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until certain conditions are met. Daniel Martin spoke to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about what Tehran’s demands mean for diplomacy, how much leverage the strait gives Iran, and whether the standoff could lead to renewed fighting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

In Business, Saudi Arabia cuts crude prices for Asian buyers, the ASEAN+3 region remains resilient despite the Middle East energy shock, and Malaysia moves towards its first dedicated AI law. Daniel Martin spoke to Eddy Loh, Chief Investment Officer at Maybank Group Wealth Management, about these and other key developments shaping markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.