Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

We have slightly more than three weeks until Chinese New Year and that means it is also time to indulge in snacks like your pineapple tarts and even bakkwa or barbecued meat! We’re bringing up Bak Kwa because our guest for today is barbecued pork jerky maker Bee Cheng Hiang.  Just to take you down memory lane, the firm started in Singapore in 1933, where an enterprising street hawker peddled the s...

Lionel Messi pipped Erling Haaland to clinch the FIFA BEST men's player of the year award, with the final decision falling to national team captains the world over. So who did Singapore skipper Hariss Harun root for? And is Messi deserving of the award if it's meant to EXCLUDE the 2022 World Cup triumph? Tune in to find out! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg |  raushan@...

ART SG, an international contemporary art fair bringing the world to Singapore and Southeast Asia is back for its second edition. Organised by The Art Assembly and presented by founding and lead partner UBS, ART SG will feature 115 exceptional galleries from 33 countries and territories.  With a bigger fair this year, what is the curation process on trendspotting key galleries and artists for ART...

Global electric vehicle (EV) sales are on an upward trajectory, setting new records and sparking optimism for a greener future of transportation. Yet, as the world shifts gears towards sustainable mobility, the adoption of EVs in Asia is still trailing behind. This prompts a crucial question: Is Asia prepared for this EV overhaul? J ugnu Pati, Fund Manager and Investment Specialist at  Asian Devel...

Will former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak get his royal pardon? And how does his request for royal pardon linked with Malaysia's ringgit’s woes?  Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst, Solaris Strategies Singapore gives us an analysis of those headlines and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having clinched MULTIPLE gold medals representing Team Singapore, you'd think national swimmer Toh Wei Soong gets the recognition he deserves for his heroics. Not quite. Tune in as he tells us about his battle overcoming transverse myelitis to emerge as a champion in the pool, the lack of support for para-athletes like himself and his aspirations for 2024! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us...

New year, new gear? If you love the great outdoors, it might be time to invest in new wearables in 2024! Suunto , a pioneering force in GPS sports watches and navigation technology, has recently unveiled their latest innovations, SUUNTO RACE and SUUNTO WING . With state-of-the-art technology and durability, these devices are set to create a new benchmark in the world of adventure and sports techno...

Singapore stocks opened lower today to track overnight losses in European markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) declined 0.4 per cent to 3,186.29 points after 26.8 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Singapore Airlines. The national carrier posted a 15.8 per cent increase in passenger traffic in December 2023 du...

In this edition of China Perspective, we focus on China's reactions relating to Taiwan election results.  Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs shares his views. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s all about storing your computer data safely and securely through the use of hardware solutions.  You might recall storing data in hard disk drives in the past which often has slow reading and writing speeds.   Fast forward to today, super-fast SSDs or Solid State Drive that use NAND-based flash memory to store data are more commonly used, as they are said to be more reliable and efficient tha...

Kevin De Bruyne marked his return to full fitness with a sublime showing off the bench to inspire City's 3-2 comeback win against Newcastle. Could the Citizen's talisman returning click the reigning champions into the next gear? We discuss this and all the rest of the weekend's results! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg |  raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener...

With corporations looking for unique experiences to pull employees back to the workplace, sustainability has become an unlikely hero for employee engagement.  With a firm belief that urban farming should be enjoyed by all, homegrown urban farming company Grobrix is helping corporations such as KPMG, LinkedIn, Cushman & Wakefield to place sustainability and employee wellness on the agenda. So h...

Taiwan has elected its new president, the Democratic Progressive Party's Lai Ching-te, who is also the current Vice President. Saturday's election was closely watched, not just by Taiwanese voters, but also by China, and the United States. What does the result of the Taiwanese presidential election mean for Washington’s delicate relationship with Beijing ? Emeritus Professor Joseph Camilleri, La T...

We’re going to talk all about the disposable gloves that gained prominence over the pandemic today.  Founded in 1989, our guest is Thailand's largest gloves producer Sri Trang Gloves Thailand.  The firm makes a wide range of natural latex and nitrile examination gloves as well as general-purpose disposable gloves that cater to a wide variety of uses such as healthcare and medical, food processing...

A town council’s decision to partially cordon off the void deck of a public housing block in Singapore to prevent ball-playing has caused quite the stir on social media. A staple of most of us who grew up in the 90s, what are kids of today being robbed off - beyond just outdoor play? Sazali Abdul Aziz, assistant editor with The Straits Times, joins us to discuss this trending debate. READ MORE: ht...

Singapore stocks opened slightly lower today following a muted performance on Wall Street overnight. That’s as data released yesterday showed US consumer prices rose more than expected in December, signs that it was still premature for the Federal Reserve to be cutting interest rates. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Ho Bee Land. The real estate group said yesterday that its net loss...

Embark on a culinary journey like no other as Tiffin Room in Raffles Singapore presents, Tandoori Festival, a multi-course dining experience that pays tribute to the classic North Indian cooking method of using the tandoor, a traditional clay oven.  Kuldeep Negi. Chef de Cuisine of Tiffin Room, Raffles Singapore shares how he will be showcasing his mastery through an impeccable selection of meats,...

Globally, contactless payment transaction are set to surpass US$10tn by 2027 as we move closer to a cashless society. Yet, many of today’s current payment solutions are leaving parts of society behind, including the most underserved and unbanked populations. How can biometrics help build an inclusive payment future? Romain Zanolo, Managing Director APAC, Payment Services, IDEMIA explains.  See omn...

According to a bill submitted to parliament this week, Singapore is proposing to hold “dangerous offenders” indefinitely, even after they complete their jail sentences.  Called the Sentence for Enhanced Public Protection (Sepp), it was introduced as part of the Criminal Procedure (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill. So why has such a sentencing regime been proposed only now?  Stefanie Yuen Thio, Joint...

Today we’re going to talk about the company that distributes your Toyota and Suzuki cars!  While known as an automotive distributor, our guest Inchcape was started in 1847 when two merchants from Scotland formed a general merchanting partnership.  By the next few decades, the firm became one of the early adopters of the internal combustion engine transport revolution, as well as one of the first i...

Haas team principal & Netflix's 'Drive to Survive' star Guenther Steiner has left his role after 10 years leading the US-based team. The 58-year-old Italian, who will be replaced by the team's former director of engineering Ayao Komatsu, leaves an immeasurable void in the F1 Paddock - with his charisma and candid comments. So could we see him make a return, if not for the purpose of racing but...

Boutique hospitality brand KINN has opened its second establishment, KINN Studios , nestled in the heart of the vibrant Keong Saik Road. This four-story boutique hotel redefines the guest experience, emphasising mental well-being and curated partnerships with local artists.  Given the rise of wellness travelling among younger travellers, KINN Studios is partnering up with Safe Space ™, a mental he...

With salaries seemingly increasing and things like our favourite chicken rice increasing in costs, you may start to wonder, am I paid enough? While our dream jobs are probably ones that match our passions, challenge us to grow, and give us opportunities for individual growth and constant learning.  So what are the salary trends we can expect in this new year and how important is it for us to be aw...

Singapore stocks opened stronger today. That’s following overnight gains in global equity markets, as investors await key US inflation data due this week. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed up 0.3 per cent to 3,190.48 points after 49.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Novo Tellus Alpha Acquisition. The special purpose...

Hundreds of thousands of people faced train cancellations across Germany from Jan 10, as a three-day nationwide rail strike added to travel chaos in Europe’s largest economy, where  farmers’ protests have blocked highways and snarled traffic. The strikes and protests add to pressure on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition government, which faces growing economic problems, including weak macro...