CNA938 Rewind

Singapore has served notices to three more Indonesian companies under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, bringing the total to 10. Daniel Martin spoke to Sharon Chong, Partner and Head of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice at RHTLaw Asia, about how the Act works, Singapore’s jurisdiction over companies linked to transboundary haze, and how it can be enforced. See omnystudio....

Reaching out for help isn't always easy, especially when we're navigating mental health challenges, family relationships or difficult life experiences. Ahead of President's Challenge Night 2026, Cheryl Goh speaks with Sharon Ng, Cluster Head of Family, Counselling and Mental Health Services at REACH Community Services about how approaches to mental health care have evolved, what it takes to build...

From Teochew roe crab to Persian kebabs and fragrant stews, two new openings are bringing different cuisines to Dempsey. Cheryl Goh digs into the flavours and personal stories behind SHAO and SHIRAZI, and how they showcase these distinct culinary traditions with Chef Jack Ding, Founder of SHAO, and Chef Mohammad Hosseini, Co-Founder of SHIRAZI. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMEs across Asia Pacific remain optimistic about growth, but financial stability and managing increasingly complex operations are high on their agenda. Mastercard's Dreamonomics Report examines how businesses are navigating digital tools, payment methods and cash-flow pressures. Cheryl Goh speaks with Anouska Ladds, Executive Vice President, Commercial and New Payment Flows, Asia Pacific, at Maste...

Shaun Low is the founder of Swords and Stationery, a learning centre catering to the needs of students with dyslexia. Shaun shares how his own passion for video games as a youth resulted in his love for language and later on, inspired him to use them as a tool to help students with dyslexia feel more engaged and confident about learning English. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cardiac arrest can strike without warning, but would your colleagues know what to do? As the Singapore Heart Foundation rolls out its Heart Safe Mark accreditation, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng discuss why workplace emergency preparedness matters, the importance of CPR and AED training, and whether Singapore should make life-saving skills compulsory for employees with Geoffrey Ong, Chief Executi...

As Singapore continues to experience unhealthy air quality, the effects may extend beyond health problems. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng examine the potential impact of prolonged haze on stress, anxiety, sleep and emotional well-being, and what Singaporeans can do to maintain their mental health while staying safe with Dr Timothy Singham, Clinical Psychologist See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

On today's (20 Oct) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng speak with Francis Tan, Chief Strategist, Asia, Indosuez Wealth Management See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Wages Council is recommending pay increases of 6 to 8 per cent for lower-wage workers, but previous guidelines have seen limited take-up. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng examine whether businesses can afford the latest recommendations, why wage growth remains uneven and what it will take to ensure workers actually benefit with Kuah Boon Wee, President, Singapore National Employers Federa...

On Global Watch, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s visit to Qatar comes amid continued instability in the Middle East. Daniel Martin spoke to Francesco Mancini, Vice Dean for Executive Education and Associate Professor in Practice at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, NUS, about the importance of Singapore’s ties with the region and how the relationship between Asia and the Middle...

In Business, China’s economy beats growth expectations, while Indonesian stocks fall to a six-year low amid concerns over their place in global indexes. Daniel Martin spoke to Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research at ANZ, about these developments, concerns over AI spending and the latest moves in Asian markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Wages Council has recommended pay increases of 6 to 8 per cent for lower-wage workers, even as growth remains uneven across industries. Daniel Martin spoke to Associate Professor Ong Ee Cheng from the Department of Economics at NUS about whether businesses can afford these increases, and what the recommendations could mean for workers and employers. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

On The Ask on Singapore Today, the National Wages Council has recommended its biggest pay increases for lower-wage workers since 2021, including a minimum $120 increase for those in financially struggling companies. Daniel Martin spoke to Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research at ANZ, about what the recommendations say about Singapore’s wage outlook and whether businesses can afford them. See...

On Global Watch, tensions in the Middle East continue to rise, with the Strait of Hormuz blockade and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia raising concerns about a wider regional conflict. Daniel Martin spoke to Francesco Mancini, Vice Dean for Executive Education and Associate Professor in Practice at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, NUS, about the risks of further escalation and what prolonge...

On Global Watch, France is facing another wave of unrest, raising questions about the pressures driving the violence and the implications for wider European stability. Daniel Martin spoke to Francesco Mancini, Vice Dean for Executive Education and Associate Professor in Practice at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, NUS, about what’s fuelling the unrest and what it could mean for Fran...

As ESG reporting becomes more structured, the social side can still be difficult to measure and verify. Cheryl Goh speaks with Lyn Sia Rosmarin, Founder of Pandan Initiative Social Innovation to look at where the gaps remain, how businesses can show credible impact, and why that matters to investors and the wider market.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Myanmar is seeking to attract more international visitors by possibly relaxing visa requirements, but questions remain over safety and freedom of movement. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng find out more about the security situation, travel restrictions, major attractions and what Singaporeans should consider before planning a trip with Leong Wai Kit, CNA Senior Correspondent See omnystudio.com/listene...

Beyond the health risks, haze comes with a financial price tag that many households may overlook. From electricity consumption and air purifier purchases to ongoing maintenance costs, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng examine where the money goes, how quickly expenses can add up and what families can do to keep costs under control Dr Bowen Du, Assistant Professor, Department of the Built Environment, C...

As haze returns to Singapore, questions are mounting over who is responsible for the fires and whether they can be prosecuted. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng unpack Singapore's Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, how authorities identify companies linked to burning overseas and the legal challenges of imposing penalties across borders Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law, SMU See omnystudio.com/list...

On today's (19 Oct) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng speak with Howe Chung Wan, Managing Director and Head of Asian Fixed Income, Principal Asset Management See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China has significantly reduced its reported holdings of US government debt over the past decade, raising questions about the future of the dollar's dominance. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng unpack why Beijing is diversifying, what alternatives it has and whether a large-scale sell-off could destabilise global financial markets with Gary Ng, Senior Economist, Natixis  See omnystudio.com/listene...

Missing teeth can affect far more than your smile. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Wong Keng Mun, Managing Director of T32 Dental Centre to explore how tooth loss may influence nutrition, frailty, sleep and independence, and why restoring oral function can be an important part of healthy ageing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Old cookbooks, wet-market know-how and plenty of hands-on cooking. Cheryl Goh steps inside the Museum of Food to explore how Singapore’s recipes, skills and food memories are being passed from one generation to the next with Emily Yeo, Co-founder of the Museum of Food. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore exports exploded by 68.4 per cent in September, completely smashing forecasts. Is Singapore in a genuine economic boom, or is this number being inflated by a few volatile sectors? Daniel Martin finds out more from Adam Ahmad Samdin, Senior Economist, Oxford Economics -- along with other developments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This past week, Apple launched a Home-Hub and accessory line-up for the smart home. For years though, Singaporeans have been building their smart homes, one gadget at a time. Smart lights, digital locks, security cameras and air-conditioning controls. And with affordable devices from Chinese brands which often run on different architectures, like Tuya to work with Google Home. Would it be too prob...