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Prevailing from the months of June to August, winter in Australia enables the travellers to indulge in some of the best experiences that lead them to explore the true charm of the Land of Oz. So why should one spend winter in Australia?  And with sustainability travel gaining more traction, how is Australia, as a destination, leading the way on this front?  Ann Lim, Country Manager, Singapore, Tou...

From how the comments made by French President's Emmanuel Macron during his visit to China creating a ripple effect on the region to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) saying that the UK is set to be one of the worst performing major economies in the world this year.  Dr Samir Puri, Visiting Lecturer in War Studies at King's College London and author of 'Russia's Road to War with Ukraine'  give...

On K-influencer -  He’s the founder and CEO of Wild - Leonard Lim.  And his company aims to help South East Asian creators and artistes get the same type of exposure and recognition as K-pop idols. Its current roster is also full of some of Korea’s top stars- including Sorn, The Hammingtons, Seungyeon and Junoflo.  So how is WILD bringing the Korean wave to Southeast Asia and vice versa? See omnys...

At the place where it all began, the end has never seemed closer for Tiger Woods. 16 years on since he dominated Augusta to clinch his maiden Masters, the 47-year old's participation at the 2023 edition came to an agonising end as he was forced to withdraw from the tournament due to an injury. So where to from here for the 15-time major winner? What does he have left to prove, and what will be his...

Expansive data breaches and extensive cybercrime networks have placed APAC as the hotbed of growing cybercrime attacks. Many organisations continue to struggle with how to effectively protect and secure their data. So how can organisations understand  “unknown threats” and how can they identify these malicious entities?  Andrew Ong, Regional Director, Vectra APAC shares more.  See omnystudio.com/l...

Will former Malaysian PM Najib Razak get royal pardon? And why did 1,700 residents of Chiang Mai province filed a lawsuit at the Administrative Court against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha?  Bridget Welsh, Political Analyst and Honorary Research Associate, University of Nottingham Malaysia gives us an analysis of those headlines and more.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re heading to Jeju soon, whether it’s for the cherry blossoms or for its famous waterfalls and beaches, here’s an episode for you! You gotta make your pit stop somewhere to enjoy Jeju’s own delicacies. So here are the top foods you need to try out when you’re there! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sentosa Golf Club in Singapore plays host to LIV Golf from 28th to 30th April, marking the league’s first visit to the Lion City. What can fans expect when the world's best golfers take to the course? Well Elliott and Raushan ventured to find out! We hear from Su-Ann Heng, LIV Golf on-course commentator, & Andrew Johnston, Director of Agronomy with Sentosa Golf Club. Got a story to tell? G...

Building a home is more than just a construction project; it's a chance to create a space that's a true reflection of who you are, and also a place to call your own. Committed to harnessing innovative construction solutions in creating custom homes on any landed plot, design and build firm Inplex , is guiding Singaporean homeowners to create the homes of their dreams with ease. On Culture Club, Dr...

From China simulating hitting 'key targets' on Taiwan to highlights from French President Emmanuel Macron's official visit to the country.  Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs gives us an analysis of those headlines and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China kicked off three days of military exercises around Taiwan on Saturday after condemning Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's meeting with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. How will the US react in the face of Chinese hostility?  Meanwhile, US abortion pill access is in doubt after a Texas judge suspends approval. What about the political fallout coming into focus? On Washington Report, Drive Tim...

Global tourism is bouncing back post-Covid. So, what better way to attract holiday makers from all over the world than theme parks?  In The Spotlight, Drive Time's Elliot Danker speaks with June Ko, Executive Director and Vice President, International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Asia Pacific Operations to find out more about the trends shaping the theme and amusement par...

We all have that one friend who is always too lazy to search up things - and always asks you to do the searching for them - even if it’s just a simple search. Like for instance - just searching up the nearest restaurant or just simply a definition of a word.  Well, there's a perfect Korean slang word to describe that exact person.  And it's 핑프 ( pingpeul ) . Find out more about today's K-slang w...

Speaking to Elliott & Raushan on the sidelines of the JSSL Singapore Professional Academy 7’s 2023, Manchester United treble-winner Dwight Yorke shares his thoughts on the red devils season far - including Marcus Rashford's "phenomenal" 2023 and Erik ten Hag "encouraging" start to life at Old Trafford.  Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us: edanker@sph.com.sg   raushan@sph.com.sg   See om...

Six of Singapore’s most talented and imaginative designers will be featured at the world’s largest design event, the Milan Design Week. DesignSingapore Council is presenting local design on the world stage with Future Impact , an exhibition which celebrates our city’s forward-looking design and its positive impact on everyday life.  On Culture Club, host Elliot Danker speaks with Jo Soh, Deputy Di...

In this period when we are entering uncertain times,   brands, marketing professionals and agencies alike are worried about what an unpredictable economic climate could mean for their businesses. So how can brands work things around on the marketing front when faced with a downturn?  Tim Lindley, Managing Director, VaynerMedia APAC shares his views.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

K-pop girl group IVE has made a comeback.  In promotion of their new album, the group had pre-released a single from the album, titled "Kitsch" back on March 27.  It’s their first song that they’ve written from scratch.  But what is Kitsch about?    Credits: Soundbites from: IVE 아이브 'Kitsch' MV - @STARSHIP_official YouTube [MV] IVE(아이브) - ELEVEN - @STARSHIP_official YouTube See omnystudio.co...

With Chelsea going back to the future by appointing Frank Lampard (just over two years after the club sacked him) as interim manager until the end of the season, Elliott and Raushan weigh out the pros and cons of rekindling old flames. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us at: edanker@sph.com.sg   raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks fell this morning, tracking the slowdown in global markets overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dropped 0.4 per cent to 3,305.04 points, after 34.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have Singtel, after the company announced that its Indonesian associate Telekomunikasi Selular (Telkomsel) has entered into...

Timbre Group has recently launched One Punggol Hawker Centre, in an effort to preserve our hawker culture. The venue is dedicated to preserving the unique hawker culture in Singapore while offering a diverse range of authentic Singapore cuisine. Danny Loong, CEO, Timbre Group shares the challenges many face when it comes to retaining the hawker culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

This company will likely ring a bell, especially if you’re clearing your annual leave, submitting your taxi claims or an accountant working on your company’s financial statements.  You may have guessed it by now -  we’re talking to SAP. That’s a company behind the enterprise resource planning or ERP systems companies use to manage their day-to-day activities like accounting, purchasing inventory,...

The world is at different stages of reopening 3 years after Covid-19 forced countries to close borders. It is confusing to travelers. It doesn't help that airfares remain expensive, while services are still limited. Jon Gieselman, President, Expedia Brands tell us on what is in store for the travel industry for the rest of 2023.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Y2K fashion is in trend.  That means velvet track pants, chunky heels, and bedazzled denim jackets- they are all back in fashion.  "Y2K" refers to the year 2000 with fashion that provides nostalgic notes from late 90s to early 00s pop culture. Just think - Paris Hilton, Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera and how they used to dress during that bygone era.   And there’s one K-pop girl group in So...

With Fulham's Aleksandar Mitrovic being banned for eight games pushing the referee in a match against Manchester United, Elliott and Raushan take a deep dive into the issues surround discipline and dedication in the world of sport.   Got a story to tell? Get in touch! edanker@sph.com.sg   raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyber attacks do have a serious emotional toll on CEOs but the good news is that the experience is an opportunity to shift their mindset from cybersecurity to cyber resilience. So what sort of mindset should CEOs adopt in order to make better decisions when faced with a cyber attack?  Dr Manuel Hepfer, Head of Knowledge and Insights, ISTARI shares his views.    See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...