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Extensive clean-up measures are underway to mitigate the impact of a 400-tonne oil spill caused by the collision between a dredging boat and a bunker vessel at Pasir Panjang Terminal. With the removal of oil from the sea and oil-soaked sand from affected beaches largely completed, authorities are moving on to the next phase of clean-up, which will be more complex and is expected to take around thr...

Think flowers are just for females? Well, think again! Meet the male florist who defied expectations and transformed his family's shop into a million-dollar business. Celebrating his 10th year since taking over the reins from his parents, he shares more about his journey, the unique approach to floral artistry leading to that impressive milestone, how he builds his team, the current trends of the...

Do you feel lonely sometimes? If you do, you're definitely not alone. A report released by the Gallup State of the Global Workplace shows as many as 20% of employees globally experience daily loneliness. For those who always work from home and workers under the age of 35, loneliness is even more common at 22% and 25%.  It’s been called the loneliness epidemic. Not only is the global workforce expe...

Matt Taylor, Senior Director, FTI Consulting discusses the major events for investors to watch out for including Australia's next inflation print that could prompt the RBA to hike rates, bucking the trend in the region. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have signed a new deal that includes a mutual defence pledge, one of Russia's most significant moves in Asia for years that Kim said amounted to an "alliance". Both leaders have promised that each country would come to the defence of the other if attacked. This comes against a backdrop where the United States and its Asian allies...

What’s your biggest pet peeve when it comes to traveling? A series of videos on social media of people saying no to those who asked to switch seats on the plane. Are all seats created equal (is it cool to ask to trade your middle seat for an exit row aisle seat?), and is alright for you to just simply say, "No thank you!"? Also, what do you do if nature calls and your neighbour is asleep? Is there...

Influenced by the ancient Chinese wisdom, this tech industry veteran with more than 30 years experience, has forged a path that demonstrates the enduring power of philosophy in shaping visionary leadership. He believes in advocating the art of winning hearts and minds and has implemented this by seamlessly blending ancient wisdom with modern business strategies. This has created a workplace cultur...

Is your data a sleeping giant? If the answer is yes, then you might want to find out how to awaken its hidden potential and turn it into a powerful revenue generator. Chan Chong Yang, Managing Director of ASEAN & GCN, Qlik unveils practical strategies to unlock the true value of your data and fuel significant business growth.   Presented by Ryan Huang  This podcast is produced and edited by An...

Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy, UOB discusses what investors should look out for in the second half of the year that could derail markets from climbing higher. He also shares why there is more upside to gold's price rally. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group shares her insights on the commodity bull run and the metals space. But, is all that glitters, gold? Michele also dives into what's on the shimmery horizon and how trends in that space correlates to how investors are reacting with Nvidia and the tech bandwagon.  Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Graphics cr...

The construction industry is getting a sustainable makeover! A forward-thinking construction company and a cutting-edge battery storage provider have joined forces, slashing costs and emissions by a staggering 80%. Lawrence Ng, Corporate EHS Manager, Wai Fong Construction & Oh Jun Rong, Founder and CEO, Infinity Cube share more about the innovative technology paving the way for a greener futur...

It is International yoga day today! The UN designated June 21st to recognise its universal appeal, and for us to discover the benefits of yoga for mind, body, and community. Today, yoga is a renowned workout practiced by more than 300 million people across the world. While people often associate yoga with twisting the body in weird shapes and holding it for a long time, you will be amazed to find...

Lions are the apex predators of the African savanna, or what ecologists call - a keystone species. They play the critical role of managing large herbivore populations of impalas, zebras, buffalos, and even elephants and giraffes. In a balanced ecosystem, the number of herbivores needs to be kept in check because if you have too many herbivores, vegetation will be overgrazed and habitats will inevi...

Han Zhong Liang, Investment Strategist, Chief Investment Office, Group Wealth Management, Standard Chartered Bank discusses how the overhang from France's snap elections is weighing on markets, and how European stocks fit into his overall approach. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 700-foot-wide section of the Patapsco River where the Dali slammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge is open for business.  Following the incident, the clean-up operation took more than 2,000 people working for nearly 11 weeks. Temporary channels were opened to vessel traffic, though none of them were as deep nor as wide as the Federal Channel. Prior to the incident, the Port of Baltimore was...

Downsizing + Flexible Work Arrangement equals office shakeup? Singapore's office spaces are undergoing a transformation. Co-working spaces are emerging as a solution. But what do employees REALLY want in a workspace? We speak with Shirlene Sim, Vice President and Head of JustCo Singapore to explore the future of work in Singapore!   Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by A...

On 20th June every year - as designated by the UN as World Refugee Day - the world celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. In line with this year's theme, "Solidarity with Refugees", the World Health Organisation is putting emphasis on the importance of building inclusive health systems and ensuring equitable...

Have you ever seen someone drop a piece of food, pick it straight back up, invoke the '5-second rule', and then eat it? Well, doctors say bacteria doesn't need any time to get to it, so... don't do it!  Audrey and Ryan discuss other health myths you may believe in: does sleeping with your hair wet actually cause colds? Does cracking your joints cause arthritis? Find out! Presented by Audrey Siek a...

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank, discusses whether investors should be worried about the volatility in European markets amid EU-China trade tensions and snap elections in France. He also explores if it's too late for investors to jump onboard Nvidia which has broken new highs and is now the most valuable company in the world by market capitalization. Produced/Presente...

David Martin, Founder & Chief Investment Officer, Martin Fund Management LP shares his insights on whether the exuberance in the markets surrounding tech stocks is a cause for concern and the likelihood of seeing a 'bubble burst' in terms of where valuations are and how far they've come to date. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg )  Graphics credits: pixabay...

Ties between China and Australia are on the mend. This comes as Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hold candid talks as part of Premier Li’s four-day visit to Australia. Premier Li is the most senior Beijing official to visit the country in seven years.  During those talks, Prime Minister Albanese had stressed the importance of promoting regional balance while...

Imagine a Singapore where fresh, locally-grown food flourishes despite limited land space. This ambitious vision is fueled by the "30 by 30" goal – producing 30% of the nation's nutritional needs locally by 2030. But this goal demands innovation. We look at urban farming & high-tech solutions with how NTUC's WSQ Urban Agronomist Course equips future farmers, partnering with Netatech's expertis...

As Audrey recounts her trip to wine country in Italy, she learned some interesting facts about all things wine -- red, white, rose, and sparkling. With red wines dominating global consumption overall, it's interesting to see that it's picked up popularity in China: with Statista reporting around 80 percent of all the wine consumed there are red! Audrey and Ryan chat about whether a glass of red wi...

Philip Waters, Head of Asia Pacific and Emerging Markets, OANDA shares his insights on the key differences in trends behind the retail trading scene landscape in Asia versus that of the US, what retail traders are looking out for currently and impact of the US elections on how traders are positioning themselves. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg )  Graphics cred...

Kurt Mayell, Head of CMC Markets Singapore discusses how investors are positioning themselves around two of the most talked about stocks in recent days. He also outlines how EU-China trade tensions are potentially going to be a bigger market catalyst. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.