Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Melania Trump’s memoir is dropping soon, but today’s tea isn’t about that. When CNN reached out for an exclusive interview ahead of the book’s release, they received a surprising response: a request to sign an NDA and pay $250,000 for the interview. Melania’s team later claimed it was all a mistake—but was it really? Or could this have ties to similar high-priced speaking fees she’s received in the past? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.

The Singapore Premier League is known for many thing. It’s known for it’s high-scoring matches, fleet-footed foreigners, and spectacular goals. But one thing it’s not often known for is mid-season managerial changes. So when Brunei DPMM parted ways with head coach Rui Capela after just 6 games, it inevitably peaked people’s interest. Why? Why now? And who is Jamie Mcallister, the 46-year old Scotsman brought in to take over. Well the head coach of Brunei DPMM himself is the latest guest on the Sports Minutes hot seat. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Ever thought about starting your own coffee shop? But, what exactly does it take to run a successful coffeehouse here in Singapore? While some owners set out to simply serve good coffee, others choose to take their coffee further afield and scale their business to create a chain. Puzzle Coffee, a Melbourne-born specialty coffeehouse has gained such a strong following here in Singapore that they’ve opened a second outlet. The man behind the brand? Harry Apostolides, Co-Founder of Puzzle Coffee Singapore. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Harry to find out why understanding your product makes you a better entrepreneur. 

Negotiating your salary can be tricky.  It comes down to a few factors.  What are they? And will you really get a higher offer? How can all of this be done via email? On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to possibly negotiate a higher salary via email.  Source: https://sg.indeed.com/career-advice/pay-salary/how-to-negotiate-salary-in-email

Singapore stocks dropped at the opening bell today, after geopolitical tensions in the Middle East left Wall Street and European markets in a sea of red. But it recouped its losses to end the day 0.3 per cent higher. So what’s been driving the STI this week?  Meanwhile, fears about the Middle East crisis are growing with investors awaiting Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack. But are reactions in the oil market subdued? If our oil supplies are disrupted - how high could oil prices go?  Additionally, on the equities front, Chinese stocks in Hong Kong are back to rallying after a one-day dip, with investors pinning hopes that data on the nation’s holiday spending will provide more impetus for the market. Are consumer stocks leading the rally here? Will Mainland Chinese stocks follow suit after markets reopen next week? On Market View, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sunny Soh Lead Technical Analyst (Capital Markets & Investor Education), SIAS, to find out more about the latest market movements. 

From the royal treasury to a legendary house of fine jewellery, Yash Agarwal is the third generation of jewellers behind the iconic jewellery brand in India, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas. The story of the brand begins in the 1890s with his great-great-grandfather, Birdhichand Agarwal, who had a keen eye to spot the rarest of gems. He was commissioned by Maharaja Madho Singh II of Jaipur as the treasurer of his prized possessions. Fast forward to today, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas is bringing their incredibly intricate craftsmanship to Singapore’s shores. This exclusive event will see over 300 exquisite pieces. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Yash Agarwal, Creative Director of Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas to find out more. 

A 2-year-old beaver named Nibi has been released into the wild after a court decision. The state issued a permit to Newhouse Wildlife Rescue for Nibi to remain at the rehabilitation facility and serve as an educational animal. Nibi has been a hit on the rescue group's social media since she was a baby, and an online petition to save her from being released has received over 25,000 signatures. Also, Wendy's has partnered with Paramount to celebrate the 25th anniversary of SpongeBob SquarePants with a new Krabby Patty Kollab Burger and Pineapple Under the Sea Frosty. The burger features a quarter pound of Wendy's beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, and a "top-secret" Krabby Kollab sauce, while the Pineapple Under the Sea Frosty, has a Vanilla Frosty base and a pineapple-mango puree.

After today’s court proceedings, former Singaporean transport minister S. Iswaran was sentenced to 12 months in prison, following charges of accepting gifts from a public servant and obstructing justice. Does he deserve a longer sentence or is this enough? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.

Dayana is the founder of Singapore’s first romance book club, a vibrant initiative that unites fellow romance enthusiasts within the TikTok book community. As a popular BookToker, she has garnered a significant following through her captivating book recommendations, unboxing videos, and beautifully curated book content, all of which showcase her deep passion for literature. Driven by her love for romance novels, Dayana established the book club to create a welcoming space for readers to connect and share their favourite stories. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dayana Yakob, Marketer, to find out more how founding a community of readers forge lasting connections. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

US stock markets continued to edge higher to start the new month of October with the expectation of the upcoming big earnings season. So what has been driving markets?  And in corporate news, Nike has released its first-quarter earnings, while Levis Strauss is also reviewing a potential sale for its Dockers brand, citing lower revenue growth. So what does it tell us about the state of the U.S. consumer sector? On Market View, Willie Keng finds out more about the US market movements with Thomas Chua, Founder, Steady Compounding. They also touch on China - its blistering stock market rally and jumbo stimulus measures.