Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Chester Bennington’s son is not happy about his father’s replacement in the band. Who is it? And how are fans feeling about it? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re going to talk about a blue chip company listed on the SGX that will definitely ring a bell with our audience, especially those tracking the Straits Times Index.   Headquartered in Singapore, our guest CapitaLand Investment is a global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold.  If you recall, the company successfully de-merged from the development business of CapitaLand Limited so...

Singapore shares began the day trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in global markets.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 0.5 per cent to 3,512.12 points after 47.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have Centurion, after the accommodation assets operator said its indirect wholly owned subsidiary will...

ALUXE has been dedicated to crafting high-quality jewelry since its founding. The name ALUXE comes from the abbreviation of "A luxury moment," representing the precious moments we all have, as well as the brand's philosophy and style. Marking a year of brilliance in Singapore, ALUXE, Taiwan's leading wedding jewellery brand celebrates its first anniversary by reopening its refurbished flagship sto...

On What's Trending, Singapore's Public Transport Council (PTC) has announced a 10% increase in fares for card-paying passengers on public transport starting December 28th. Adult MRT passengers will pay $2.02, up from $1.92, while concessionary fares for seniors, students, people with disabilities, and low-wage workers will rise by four cents. Also, Floki, a 3-year-old border collie, is a rising st...

But these two celebrities never used to have any woes… Rihanna and Naomi were always chummy at events! They’ve been seen taking pictures together and were even spotted having dinner once. But recently, they haven’t cozied up to each other. Why’s that? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin...

The summer travel peak might be dialling down for western countries, but the interest for travel during the mid-autumn season is starting to spark interest among Singapore travellers.  According to Expedia, travel deals are heating up, and savvy Singapore travellers are embracing the chance to plan a quick getaway during the shoulder low-peak travel period. If you’re planning to travel, here are s...

James Cash Penney, an iconic American entrepreneur once famously said ‘every great business is built on friendship.’ But how do you succesfully navigate a startup founded on friendship?  That's how an engineer, a social media influencer and a second-generation business owner came together to create Heylens , a contact lens brand focusing on high-quality, stylish colored lenses suitable for Asian w...

Singapore equities began the day in the negative territory, as global stocks ended lower last week.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.2 per cent to 3,448.55 points, after 32.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange. That’s as the bourse’s total securities market turnover in August rose 22 per cen...

How can one write that perfect tune? What are the ingredients?  And can a song be given as a gift? What's it really take? Do we need to count how many lines there are in a verse? Is it really as methodical as it seems or sounds, or must we inject our own authenticity and creativity also? Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani discuss on That's How! Yajur Madan, founder of My Creative Factory provides hi...

On What's Trending, Nikocado Avocado, a YouTube star known for his mukbang style videos, has returned with a slimmer appearance and a 250lbs weight loss journey. He claimed it took him two years to lose the weight, from 411 pounds at his heaviest to 158 pounds today. Nikocado's main channel video, "Two Steps Ahead," received over 26 million views, highlighting his weight loss journey and the ridic...

Fresh from his "familiarisation stint" with the Singapore Men's National football team, Perry Ng is in the Sports Minutes hot seat to tell us about his about his dreams of representing the Lions, the timeline to attaining Singapore citizenship and his thoughts on the detractors who are questioning his intentions. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/list...

Kim’s son, has launched a YouTube channel, but there’s some rules as to what he can and can’t upload. What are they? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore equities began the day in the negative territory, tracking global losses overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.1 per cent to 3,455.23 points after 55.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Nio, after the Chinese electric-vehicle maker narrowed its Q2 loss for FY2024 by 16.7 per cent to 5.05 billi...

Keen on a reinvention? What's the DNA required to take that leap of faith and shed your old skin, start afresh or even use your current skills to transform yourself for what's next? Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani discuss on That's How! Paul Tan, Co-founder of Flojo, a productivity Drink, Gerald Ang, Coach and Mentor, and Samantha Ng, Senior Career Coach from General assembly provide some insight...

Have you ever felt like you couldn’t get a perfect cup of coffee outside? That's how entrepreneur Ronnie Choo felt. He wasn’t impressed by what he saw in Singapore’s coffee scene, which prompted him to start his own coffee brand, Huggs Coffee . Almost two decades on, Huggs Coffee has expanded into one of Singapore’s largest homegrown specialty coffee brand. Now, Ronnie has a new venture, Sojourner...

Maiko Makito, Co-owner and Managing Director of Pearl FALCO, is a pioneering leader merging traditional pearl craftsmanship with modern innovation. Under her direction, Pearl FALCO launched the first-ever digital certificate for an Akoya Pearl Necklace using blockchain technology, setting a new standard for authenticity and transparency in the luxury jewelry market. Rooted in her family's legacy i...

On What's Trending, Spain's Mercadona supermarkets are experiencing a TikTok Craze, where singles can find romance by placing a pineapple upside down in their trolley between 7pm and 8pm. Singles are encouraged to visit the wine aisle to find others with the same fruit in the same position, and if they like each other, they bump their trolleys against each other, indicating mutual interest in chat...

A company in Thailand is offering its employees Tinder Leave; which is when they can take time off to pursue their romantic interests. Love is in the air, but is this fair?  Roshan Gidwani and Hongbin Jeong  spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered if your workplace might be more toxic than you realise? When you’re working in a toxic workplace, there may be signs that you recognise - bullying, gossip, unsustainable workloads - to name a few. In fact, according to a survey, a toxic workplace culture was the number-three reason workers gave for wanting to quit. So, how can we identify a toxic work place? Can we identify it before...

Singapore equities began the day firmly in positive territory after global equities largely fell overnight. To end the day, STI closed up 0.5%. So how did the STI fare today ahead of the important non farm payroll tomorrow?  Meanwhile, as scepticism over the artificial intelligence hype grows momentum, Broadcom's recent tests of Intel's 18A chipmaking process have revealed that it has not produced...

AI has been taking the world by storm since ChatGPT was launched two years ago. Soon you may be able to watch a blockbuster entirely generated by artificial intelligence. AI CREATE is set to bring Singapore's first AI film showcase at the ArtScience Museum. Taking place on September 14 and 15, Creator RenAIssance will showcase 18 iconic short films and documentaries created using AI. The event is...

On What's Trending, students are using TikTok to showcase their decorated dorm rooms, a trend similar to Gossip Girl. They are hiring interior designers to create rooms with trendy decor, smart storage solutions, and unique personal touches. Also, Anna Sorokin, known for her infamous 2018 arrest for swindling over $200,000, is set to appear on Season 33 of Dancing With the Stars, with an ankle mon...

It’s similar to surge pricing when vendors raise prices based on demand… But is it fair? And what’s the recent kerfuffle all about? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares started trading in negative territory today, tracking overnight losses in global markets. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 1.7 per cent lower at 3,422.71 points after 50.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust. The trust will issue 171.7 million new units at an issue pric...