Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Singapore shares were trading higher this morning, following news that the country’s key exports in September grew 2.7 per cent year on year, extending the 10.7 per cent jump in the previous month. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.7 per cent to 3,615.62 points after 39.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Sembcorp. Th...

What do notaries do exactly? Do you know someone who is a notary and you've been curious? Maybe after listening to this episode you may consider a career switch!  On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to know if you or someone you know, should be a notary.  Source: https://www.truity.com/blog/should-i-become-notary See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

A 23-year-old online contest hosted by Cintas, a national cleaning company, is looking for America's Best Restroom. The winner was announced this week, and the restroom at Maverik service station near Salt Lake City International Airport was praised for its commitment to cleanliness and comfort. Also, a couple in Canada had nine wolves outside their cabin, a sight that surprised many. The couple,...

Singapore stocks began the day trading in positive territory, despite overnight losses in markets abroad.   In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.2 per cent to 3,603.31 points after 53.8 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines, after SIA Group’s passenger capacity for September rose 9.7 per cent, outpa...

Are we addicted to Social Media and the comments section? Shawn Mendes was. He used to even look for celebrity comments. It's great that he's more secure now but...what do The Evening Runway crew think? Press play for the tea shall be spilled!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Pressure is a privilege” - that’s a mantra for many in the world of sports. But is it really? Well we’ll aim to find out - in conversation with the head coach of the Lion City Sailors, Aleksandar Rankovic - the man guiding the Sailors through a season full of high stakes and even higher expectations. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Using artificial intelligence to help banks dig up dirt on non-public companies in Singapore, Hong Kong and China. That’s what our guest for today aims to do.  Founded in 2023, Inriskable uses AI and alternative data sources, such as company information, litigations, news and directors information to help professionals identify credit risks and information regarding these private companies.  Throu...

Ever seen "Liar Liar" or any movie with a lawyer in it?  Did you want to become one right away? Or do you know someone who's actually very keen on becoming one? What would they need to know? On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to know if you or someone you know, should be a lawyer. Source: https://www.truity.com/blog/should-i-become-lawyer See om...

Shi Xuan initially aimed to join the Singapore Police Force due to her interest in logical reasoning but shifted to a career in education. Despite struggling with math in secondary school, a supportive teacher in Sec 3 inspired her to pursue a teaching career to offer similar guidance to others. Seeking a more advanced and innovative environment, she moved to Spark Education, where she collaborate...

It is all about the cruise industry on What’s Trending in Business today, and you might have realised that our Finance Presenter Chua Tian Tian is not with us in the studio for the show.  That is because she is at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre attending the Grand Reveal of the Disney Adventure – that is a new cruise featuring Disney Princesses and Marvel Superheroes.  The ship is...

Dogs in China are becoming employees in pet cafes, earning money just like humans. The concept, called "Zhengmaotiaoqian" in Chinese, translates to "earn snack money," and the idea is that these pets are working part-time or full-time at the cafes and returning home at night, just like humans. Also, a pumpkin that has won an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California four years in a ro...

The Jackson 5, the group that Michael Jackson started out in, wasn’t even going to get a record deal, but someone else believed in them. Who was it, and what did she think about Michael? Press play because the tea shall be spilled!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg , hongbin@sph.com.sg.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks began the day trading in the green, mirroring overnight gains in overseas markets.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.6 per cent to 3,618.49 points after 22.3 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Dyna-Mac, after Hanwha Ocean SG revised its final offer price to S$0.67 per share for all the issu...

Do you love animals?  Do you feel like you or a friend has what it takes to help care for them and heal them? Maybe you're next job is to be a veterinarian!  On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to know if you or someone you know, should be a veterinarian.  Source: https://www.truity.com/blog/should-i-become-veterinarian See omnystudio.com/listene...

Brasserie Astoria has introduced a refreshed menu under Head Chef Emil Cecil Ess, blending comforting flavors with brasserie classics. Highlights include starters like Stracciatella with French peaches and Seafood Pepperonata with seared scallops and prawns, and mains such as Grilled Celeriac and the well-received Tagliolini Fresca, now permanent. Aside from their new dishes, they also have an upc...

Rihanna has commissioned a life-sized chocolate Lego sculpture of A$AP Rocky for his birthday. The sculpture has gone viral, raising questions about the gifting process, storage, and the time it would take to eat the whole thing. Also, a man has created the world's smallest washing machine, measuring 1.28 inches by 1.32 inches by 1.52 inches. Guinness World Records confirmed that the machine, smal...

Is singing someone a song for a proposal the way to go? That's how Demi got proposed to. What happened when her fiancé popped the question? Press play for the tea shall be spilled!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s all about making FMCGs more accessible to consumers in rural Indonesia today.  With a population of over 277 million people, Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s largest economy, with a GDP of around US$1.32 trillion back in 2022.  At the same time, data from Statista showed Indonesian households allocating almost a fifth of their household expenses for FMCGs since 2018.  While the numbers look prom...

What do engineers do? What different types are there? Are you an analytical person? Are you looking for a career switch? Maybe engineering is for you.  On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to know if you or someone you know, should be an engineer.  Source: https://www.truity.com/blog/should-i-become-engineer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Singapore stocks rose at the opening bell today after advance estimates showed that the city-state’s economy grew 4.1 per cent year on year during the third quarter of 2024. It was also announced on the same morning that monetary policy settings were maintained for the sixth straight meeting, in line with market expectations. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.2 per cent to 3,579...

Would you give up your university education to follow your passion? That’s exactly what John Chung did about a decade ago. Right out of junior college, John chose to forego a traditional university education and embark on an entrepreneurial path driven by an unwavering passion for footwear. Was this the right choice? On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with John Chung, Founder of Ma...

Revolver launched a new à la carte menu on 24 September, marking a shift from set menus to more customisable dining. Led by Group Executive Chef Jitin Joshi, known for his expertise in South Asian cuisine, the bold grill restaurant introduces a five-section menu: Small Plates, Mains, Kulchettes, and Desserts, with vegetarian options included. Diners can enjoy signature dishes like Wagyu Scotch Egg...

Mattel has released a unique Diwali Barbie, designed by Anita Dongre, just in time for Deepavali. The doll, dressed in traditional Indian attire, features vibrant dahlias, jasmines, and the Indian lotus symbolising strength and beauty. Also, a Washington state woman was hounded by 100 raccoons outside her house, causing her to flee her property. The woman had started feeding a family of raccoons d...

Elfaine Tan - Co-founded I'M IN, which is a lingerie brand aimed at solving a common struggle for women. She bears the scars of an ill-fitting bra, a painful reminder of the lasting effects of discomfort and irritation—an experience that became her calling.  Formerly in the fast-paced world of a creative agency, long hours in the same bra led to skin irritation, allergic reactions, and eventually...

Republic at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore unveiled its Volume Three menu in July, celebrating the bold spirit of the 1960s.  Inspired by the icons and innovations of that era, the cocktails reflect the pioneering energy of the decade. Republic’s team has crafted 16 new drinks, with a few that stand out for their interactive elements.  So to find out more, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani sp...