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Today is Sustainable Gastronomy Day! The UN marks this special day every June 18th, and this day was established to draw the world’s attention to the role food can play to help our environment.  One big way to help the environment through food is cutting down on meat, and turning to plant-based diets. Research shows they are up to 120 times more carbon efficient than meat products.  Audrey and Rya...

Craving a fun and interactive way to enjoy your favourite comfort food? Well, you can head to Singapore's first-ever self-serve instant noodle playground! It boasts a massive selection of over 70 international flavours and lets you customise your bowl with a variety of toppings. What's the inspiration behind this innovative concept? Find out as we speak with one of the founders, Clement Ho, Co-Fou...

History was made recently as two women made it to the highest echelons of power in the political world. Halla Tómasdóttir in Iceland and Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico, were elected president. Despite a growth in democracies around the world, only 26 countries are led by women and over a third of UN member states have never had a woman head of state. What does the leadership playbook lo...

Federal Reserve officials penciled in just one interest-rate cut this year, and may forecast moderate cuts for 2025. This reinforces policymakers’ calls to keep borrowing costs high for longer to suppress inflation. What does this mean for Asian fixed income markets, and what's the impact on Asian currencies? Low Guan Yi, Head of Fixed Income, Asia Pacific, M&G Investments shares more insights...

It is World Blood Donor Day today - the UN celebrates this day every year on 14 June to thank voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood and to raise awareness of those who need blood.  Audrey quizzes Willie Keng on some facts about blood donation, like how many lives you can save with 1 donation, and how much blood we use in Singapore every day.  Presented by Audrey Siek...

Singapore's Smart Nation initiative has been the envy of the world, aiming to create a digital paradise for its citizens. A recent Adobe report confirms this progress, placing Singapore in the top 3 for utilising technology in government services. But hold on – the report also revealed some hidden hiccups, particularly in digital equity and website performance. To untangle this web of findings and...

Farmers in India are contending with the impact of climate change every day as their crops are often subject to weather conditions, which are evolving as climate change becomes more deeply entrenched. Every year, about 30% of agricultural produce is wasted before it leaves the farms. And did you know this food waste contributes to greenhouse gases? On this episode of Climate Connections, Nidhi Pan...

The FOMC maintained the target range for the fed funds rate at 5.25% - 5.50% at the conclusion of the June meeting, while continuing to stress that rate cuts will remain elusive until policymakers have gained sufficient confidence that inflation is on a path to return towards the 2% target, despite today's cooler-than-expected CPI. Fed Chair Jerome Powell says it’s too soon to tell if Fed policy i...

Millions grapple with shaky hands, making everyday tasks a battle. Dr Faii Ong, Founder & CEO, GyroGear  joins us in this health-tech feature on Mind Your Business, as we explore its groundbreaking health tech solutions designed to empower one with a steadier grip on life. We look into their innovations that restore independence and dignity, one hand tremor at a time.   Presented by Audrey Sie...

Singapore employers are now turning to Tiktok to try to attract Gen Z and younger workers! From smaller companies like ice cream shops to even big firms like Singtel, more recruiters say they find lots of social media savvy hires on the platform; so these companies consider it a great channel to engage talent. Plus, those looking for jobs have also turned to the app to upload video CVs, and they'v...

Have you recently volunteered your time or donated money to a good cause?  The volunteering rate in Singapore increased from 22 per cent in 2021 to 30 per cent in 2023, while the donation rate held steady at 62 per cent. According to the latest study by National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), the “robust recovery” in the volunteering rate is likely due to the lifting of Covid-19 restric...

Mitul Kotecha, Head of Asia FX and Rates Strategy, Barclays discusses how investors should position themselves around India and the wider emerging markets, as uncertainty rises following the surprisingly narrow win by the ruling party. He also looks ahead to the FOMC meeting to analyze what has been priced in. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is 18 months old too young to be an eco-warrior? Singapore's KiddiWinkie Schoolhouse is shattering the stereotype, integrating sustainability into their curriculum from the very beginning! We speak with Benjamin Busse, Chief Executive Officer, Babilou Family Singapore - which operates the eco-friendly preschool that is not just about education; it’s about instilling a deep sense of environmental s...

When you're on vacation, busy taking in the sites and carrying lots of bags, a small distraction can really cost you.   While it can happen anywhere, research has shown that Italy, France and Spain are some of the most popular countries where people are most likely to be pickpocketed. These pickpockets can be so skilled you won't even know your items are missing. This ranges from wallets, to passp...

By mid-2025, a newly built satellite by Nanyang Technological University will be ready to take-off to space! It’ll be Singapore’s first satellite to fly close to the Earth - carrying novel technologies and capturing high-quality pictures. Going by the name Extremely Low Earth Imaging Technology Explorer - or Elite - it’s set to soar just 250 kilometres above the globe - an altitude that's a relati...

Frank Cappelleri, Founder and President at independent financial research firm CappThesis shares his insights on whether markets are overbought, whether Tesla shareholders will approve Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, price wars in the markets right now, and a lookahead to the FOMC meeting this week. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg )  Graphics credits: pix...

Juan Delgado-Moreira, co-CEO of Hamilton Lane  discusses the trend of fossil fuel players turning to private markets as banks steer away from offering financing and doing deals in the brown spaces of fossil fuels and extractive industries. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's your favourite movie? Did you enjoy living there? How did you break into the industry? These are familiar questions you've probably asked or been asked at some point in your life during a conversation with a stranger, in the hopes of getting to know them a bit better. Light, informal banter, or "small talk," as its affectionately known around the world.  Some are naturals, and have the gift...

Ahead of the 27-member European Union elections earlier this month, experts had predicted a right-wing surge during the four-day exercise. And that is exactly what happened. While the election didn't produce a populist majority, the center lost more ground as compared to the last vote in 2019. French President Emmanuel Macron's party was handed a stunning defeat by the far-right, leading him to ca...

A smile is worth a thousand words. But for some people, flashing a big smile might be tough due to stained teeth and that stains their confidence. So, how much does it cost to whiten teeth? And how long does it take to achieve that pearly white teeth? With a groundbreaking new startup in Singapore, the answer might surprise you. Founded by two passionate entrepreneurs, this venture is set to revol...

Jay Woods, CMT, Chief Global Strategist, Freedom Capital Markets shares his insights on Apple's latest announcements surrounding AI and personal intelligence, Nvidia's stock split, as well as the meme stock rally in recent weeks whether the mania is set to last. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting ( ykaiting@sph.com.sg )  Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contri...

Charu Chanana, Head of FX Strategy and Global Market Strategist at Saxo discusses what's behind the 40 percent plunge in Gamestop despite influencer Roaring Kitty's first appearance in four years. She also looks at the calendar this week including what's being priced into the FOMC rate meeting after stronger than expected non-farm payrolls data for May. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

In the age of social media (read: LinkedIn), the idea of a physical, paper business card might be considered a relic of the past.  But many still find a lot of value in our traditional, rectangular-shaped friends.  How useful are they, and how can we strive to make our business cards more eye-catching and appealing? Emaad and Ryan share their own and the views of experts on this edition of Breakfa...

What happens when a childhood dream of becoming a pilot shifts to a successful stint in the music and entertainment scene, to a pioneering journey in eco-friendly manufacturing? Discover the story of a man who transformed his setbacks into success, becoming the driving force behind Singapore’s largest print agency , followed by the first eco-solutions manufacturing plant. We speak with Muralikrish...

Finding the right fintech partner is pivotal for businesses looking to thrive in today's digital economy. But what are the key criteria to take into consideration and is there a way or a trial period to help identify the best fit? Low Cher Hao, Director of SME and Growth for Airwallex breaks it down for us.   Presented by Ryan Huang  This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng ( nganthea@sph....