Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Was the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony a success? There was a biblical scene, Lady Gaga performed and a severed head made an appearance…. 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.   

Singapore stocks started trading in positive territory today ahead of a key US Federal Reserve meeting. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.2 per cent higher at 3,449.48 points after 45.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel Real Estate Investment Trust, after its manager today announced a 3.4 per cent year-on-year decrease in distribution per unit for the half year ended June. Elsewhere, from more on Sheng Siong’s earnings to a potential bond sale by Netflix – more corporate headlines remain in focus.  Also on deck, Toyota’s output skidding and how Apple appears to be using no Nvidia GPUs in training AI models. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with  Carmen Lee, Head of OCBC Investment Research.

Ever dreamt of spitting bars like your favorite rap legends? In this episode of "That's How", Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani break down the art of rapping, making it accessible to anyone who’s ever wanted to try their hand at the mic. From crafting killer lyrics to mastering flow and delivery, they’ve got you covered. They explore the essentials of rhyme schemes, wordplay, and rhythm, and dive into practical exercises to get your creativity flowing.

This July marks a milestone for The Great Room, a premier co-working space led by two female Singaporean founders.  From its humble beginnings at One George Street, Singapore, The Great Room has expanded impressively across the Asia-Pacific including six locations in Singapore, two in Bangkok, one in Hong Kong, and now in Sydney.  How did a humble idea blossom into a powerhouse, celebrating eight years of exponential growth and influence? On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Jaelle Ang, CEO & Co-Founder, The Great Room to find out about her philosophy on success and entrepreneurship resilience.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

Ever wondered what goes behind the pretty lights you see on buildings and installations, and who made them possible? From the deep cultural heritage of CHIJMES and Haw Par Villa, to the everyday thrum of Changi, Sentosa, Suntec City, and even Marina residences, Stanley and his  team have spent the past 15 years executing architectural and landscape lighting for some of Singapore’s most iconic spaces. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks with Stanley Tay, Founder of Illuminating Asia to find out more.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

On What's Trending, Temple Run, a popular mobile game, has inspired visitors to share their real-life experiences at ancient temples in Cambodia. The trend, inspired by the game, aims to boost tourism in the country, highlight Cambodia's cultural heritage, and provide a thrilling way to explore its historic sites. Also, in Germany's North-western region of East Frisia, the locals have set an unusual record for tea consumption. The German Tea and Herbal Infusions Association states that East Frisians consume 300 litres of tea per capita every year, making them "undisputed tea world champions."

Activision, Warner Bros and Walt Disney may be major video game makers, but they are facing a strike by Hollywood performers over the use of artificial intelligence or AI. It comes down to the money: performers may be worried about these studios using AI to reproduce their likeliness without proper remuneration.  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.   

Scoring a worldie on your national team debut? Check. Ending a rival team's 2-year long unbeaten streak? Check. Unleash the roar scholarship? Check.  At just 18 years of age, Kyra Elise Taylor already has a stellar list of achievements that maybe the envy of most. Having recently made her international bow for the Lionesses in their 9-0 win over Macau, the sky seems to be the limit for Kyra. She sat down with Sports Minutes to tell us about how she first fell in love with the beautiful game, her ambitions as she embarks on university education and her decision to represent Singapore despite being of mixed-heritage. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Singapore stocks started trading in the positive territory today after global equities ended higher last week. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.7 per cent higher at 3,449.73 points after 68 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Seatrium, after its board said today that the offshore and marine specialist is expected to report a net profit for the first half of 2024 based on a preliminary review of its unaudited financial results.  Elsewhere, from a lookahead to earnings from global names such as Microsoft, AMD, and Meta, to what to expect out of local blue chips such as SIA and the trio of local banks – more corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

Ever looked at a chessboard and wondered if it’s a secret code or a map to treasure? On this episode - chess meets fun in a way that'll have you saying, “Checkmate!” with a grin. Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani explore the chessboard to transform you from a curious bystander into a savvy player, and turning the game from a brain-bending challenge into your new favourite pastime. They even chat with Singaporean Grandmaster Kevin Goh Wei Ming, the CEO of the Singapore Chess Federation about the FIDE World Chess Championship that will take place in Singapore for the first time at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) from November 23 to December 15, 2024. Source: www.chessjournal.com/how-to-play-chess/