Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

"Coldest move ever!" That’s how NBA Hall of Famer Chris Bosh described the blockbuster trade sending Luka Dončić to the LA Lakers and Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks. But which team got the better deal the deal? Speaking on the sidelines of the launch event of the NBA Rising Stars Invitational here in Singapore, the 2-time champion shares his thoughts on Sports Minutes. READ MORE:...

Everyone has opinions on how to revive Singapore football. But the power to make real change lies with a select few—one of them being the General Secretary of the Football Association of Singapore. After seven years in the role, Yazeen Buhari stepped down in November 2024, handing the reins to Chew Chun-Liang. But what does the job really involve? And how will Chun-Liang’s experiences...

On February 4, 2025, Singapore passed the Racial Harmony Bill, consolidating laws to strengthen racial cohesion while introducing new measures such as restraining orders against harmful content and a community remedial initiative for minor offences. The bill also requires race-based entities to disclose foreign affiliations to protect against external influence. While it aims to safeguard social h...

Some former “climate leaders” are withdrawing or scaling back their decarbonisation goals. Recent developments have raised questions about the durability of corporate climate leadership. What does this mean? And should investors be concerned? Is the climate theme dying out? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Mervyn Tang, Head of Sustainability, APAC, Schroders, to find out more...

Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today, mirroring global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.4 per cent at 3,832.06 points after 30.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Exchange, after the local bourse’s net profit for the first half ended December rose 20.7 per cent to S$...

As the world seeks more sustainable alternatives to traditional meat, cultivated meat has emerged as a promising solution. However, there's a common challenge that many of these products face - flavour. Enter Singaporean startup ImpacFat, which believes they’ve cracked the code to solving this issue with their unique approach to cultivated fish fat. Founded in 2019, ImpacFat was born ou...

Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.2 per cent at 3,829.69 points after 24.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch, we have Keppel, after the firm recorded a profit of S$528 million from its continuing operations for the second half ended Dec 31. Elsewhere, from the US P...

In a shock announcement, US President Donald Trump has declared that ‘the United States will take over the Gaza Strip’  and ‘own it’. Trump made the proposal to audible gasps during a joint press conference today with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whom he was hosting at the White House for talks. The stunning proposal would dramatically reorient the Middle...

We normally talk about the goals, the glory, and the game-changers on this show. But beyond the usual sporting headlines, there’s a different kind of story—one that’s transforming lives and redefining inclusivity. So how can lawnbowls - a relatively non-mainstream sport - be a catalyst for social good? Ganesh Ramanathan, President of Parabowls Singapore tells us more. Got a...

2025 is set to be a pivotal year for investors, with major global trends and events set to reshape markets. So what are the key themes to watch out for this year, and how should investors navigate these themes? On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Ritesh Ganeriwal, Head of Investment Advisory, Syfe , to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an era where working professionals often struggle to balance their careers with their personal lives, staying in touch with elderly parents can be a challenge. We Care is a family-social app designed to help bridge the gap between busy professionals and their ageing parents, making it easier to maintain meaningful relationships. With features that prioritize family communication, health trackin...

Singapore stocks rose in early trade today after US President Donald Trump delayed the start of tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month. At the opening bell, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.6 per cent to 3,849.74 points after 32.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment, given how the asset manager will invest more...

The release of China's new DeepSeek AI-powered chatbot app has rocked the technology industry. This has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley, with investors selling their tech stocks and companies like Nvidia seeing a significant drop in value. However, the excitement around DeepSeek has given way to scrutiny, with questions emerging about how its AI models were built and their broader impact. W...

With the global shift toward sustainability, Mushroom Material is addressing the demand for eco-friendly alternatives by developing a mushroom-based material that serves as a sustainable replacement for polystyrene, styrofoam, and cardboard packaging. This innovative material is customisable to any shape, size, or surface finish and is pound-for-pound stronger than concrete while offering better t...

Gold prices surpassed the key $2,800 mark for the first time last Friday, fuelled by a rush to safety following the U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats, which heightened concerns about global economic growth and inflationary pressures. Bullion is a preferred asset during times of economic and geopolitical turmoil. And it’s on track to record its best monthly performance since March...

Oil prices saw a rollercoaster ride last week - bouncing back from multi-week lows, after the White House reaffirmed US President Donald Trump's plans to issue tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports. Now this comes as President Donald Trump has said he will ask Saudi Arabia and other Opec nations to "bring down the cost of oil", doubling-down on his threat to use tariffs. On Wealth Tracker, Hongb...

Singapore shares tumbled at the open today as investors mulled over the impact of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump over the weekend. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) slipped 1.5 per cent to 3,800.1 points after 87.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp Industries, after the energy and urban development com...

US President Donald Trump has followed through on his promise to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China. That’s not all. Trump has also threatened to widen the scope of his trade tariffs - to include the European Union – and potentially the UK. Could this trigger a world trade war on our hands? Which country is next to be hit with tariffs? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to...

The Singapore Premier League took a backseat this past weekend, as the 25th edition of the Singapore Cup got underway - and got underway it did! 4 matches, 17 goals, 2 hat-tricks - and one HIGHLY contentious VAR decision. We discuss it all on Sports Minutes! READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/bg-tampines-rovers-concede-last-minute-equaliser-in-singapore-cup-opener Got a story t...

SquareX helps organizations detect, mitigate, and proactively hunt client-side web attacks in real time with its industry-first Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution. Taking an attack-focused approach to browser security, SquareX protects enterprise users from advanced threats such as malicious QR codes, Browser-in-the-Browser phishing, macro-based malware, malicious extensions, and a vari...

A passenger jet and a Black Hawk helicopter collided in midair yesterday and crashed into the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport near Washington, DC. President Donald Trump confirmed earlier today that there were no survivors. The collision is the deadliest aviation disaster in the US since November 12, 2001, when an American Airlines flight crashed in New York, killing all 260 people on b...

Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today, mirroring activities in global markets. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 1.1 per cent higher at 3,843.23 points after 54.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of counters to watch today, we have Singtel, after the telecommunications giant’s Australian subsidiary, Optus, signed a A$1.95 billion (S$1...

With the United States under a second Trump administration, digital assets, led by Bitcoin are once again in the spotlight. President Trump’s recent executive order promoting cryptocurrency and exploring a national digital asset stockpile signals a major shift in US policy from the Biden administration. Does this signal a new era in financial disruption? Whether we’re talking abou...

Travel with a twist! Weekend warrriors are turning their social games into pro-level adventures overseas. Complete with referees, live broadcast and the adreneline of high-level competition. Intrigued and interested? Sports minutes has the details! READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/want-to-feel-like-a-pro-footballer-weekend-warriors-travel-from-singapore-to-vietnam-for-the Got...

Inspired by Morning Brew and Axios, she wanted to make a newsletter that covered tech and business in Southeast Asia. The topic area made sense: she’s based in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, itself a growing tech hub. Fast forward to today, tens of thousands of founders, investors, and tech workers globally trust BackScoop for their daily dose of industry news. But what sets Ba...