Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Donald Trump narrowly escaped an attempt on his life with a bullet through an ear during a campaign rally on July 13. Within minutes of the news breaking, the word "staged" was trending on X in the United States. Why are there conspiracy theories going around social media? Also, Samsung is hoping to lure fitness and health-tracking technology lovers with its newest wearable device - the Galaxy Ring. It launched the device at its Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday as the latest addition to its ecosystem of devices it says it is "supercharging" with AI.

The Singapore Women’s National Team are set to play their FIRST match on home soil in more than a year, when they take on Macau on July 16th at the Jalan Besar Stadium. So have you got your tickets to go support Team Singapore? Well if you haven’t - allow Dorcas Chu, who has battled the odds to overcome an ACL injury and returned to the National Team squad, to convince you. Tune in as Sports Minutes gets the latest on how the Lionesses are preparing for the upcoming test, and why you should make a date to go cheer on the girls! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Several of the K-pop's biggest stars have now used AI to create music videos and write lyrics, including boy band Seventeen. Last year the South Korean group sold around 16 million albums, making them one of the most successful K-pop acts in history. But it’s their most recent album and single, Maestro, that’s got people talking. The Evening Runway crew discuss. Get in touch with our anchors at  rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.   

Singapore stocks advanced this morning, following better-than-expected gross domestic product growth in the second quarter of 2024. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.5 per cent higher at 3,492.95 points after 70.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Mapletree Logistics Trust after the trust’s manager said it expects negative rental reversions in China to persist over the next few quarters.  Meanwhile, from a quick look at Singapore’s Q2 GDP numbers to Tesla’s frenetic rally losing steam, more local and corporate headlines remain in focus.  On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments moving markets for the day.

Charina Widjaja, a Her Times Youth Entrepreneur Award winner, is the founder of three organizations: DFW Creative Pte Ltd, NXT Interactive Pte Ltd, and Personaje Studio Pte Ltd. Charina's strategic approach emphasizes digital outreach, partnerships, and collaborations, driving enterprise success. So how does she juggle all three successful businesses at once? And what can we learn from her story so you can become the next "Girl Boss"? On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Charina Widjaja, CEO, DFW Creative Pte Ltd, to find out how. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Have you ever wondered why the smell of lavender can calm your nerves or why a citrus scent can instantly energise you? It's because scents have the unique ability to transport us to different times and places, evoking strong memories and emotions. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Jason Lee, the founder and CEO of Scent by Six, to share his journey of creating Scent by Six, the inspiration behind his fragrances, and how he believes scents can be a force of comfort and healing. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

On What's Trending, AirAsia X (AAX) has announced a new route to Africa, connecting Singaporean travellers to Nairobi, Kenya via Kuala Lumpur. And there's a video which features a DJ in a safari setting, surrounded by giraffes and zebras. The caption suggests he is having the time of his life, with aerial shots of the animals and one animal looking at the DJ confused but slightly entertained. Also, the first MISS AI beauty pageant, the first of its kind, has just been announced, with the first winner being Kenza Layli, a Moroccan lifestyle influencer who aims to bring diversity and inclusivity to the AI creator landscape. With nearly 200,000 Instagram followers and 45,000 on TikTok, Layli is entirely AI-generated, from her images to her captions and acceptance speech. However, experts have expressed concern about the implications of an AI beauty pageant, as stylized AI-generated images may further homogenize beauty standards.

Is the upcoming Ambani wedding a mockery of the wealth divide in India or was it carried out in such a lavish way to garner business, or pleasure? Mr. Ambani's personal fortune is over 100 billion dollars. Is that a reason to spend so freely or should the family focus on philanthropy also? The Evening Runway crew discuss. Get in touch with our anchors at  rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg.   

Singapore equities gained steadily at the opening bell today, mirroring strong overnight gains in global markets.  In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.6 per cent after 49.3 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Keppel and Keppel DC Reit. That’s as the data centre Reit and its sponsor are jointly acquiring a 100 per cent interest in a shell and core data centre based in Tokyo, Japan.  We’ll also have more on SGX companies V2Y Corporation and Second Chance Properties. Elsewhere from more on expectations on the latest US inflation data out tonight, to Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony to lawmakers, more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with David Chow, Director Azure Capital.

Erwan Heussaff is a renowned French-Filipino content creator, entrepreneur, and gastronome who has made significant strides in the digital media and culinary world. With a passion for food, travel, and storytelling, he founded FEATR, a pioneering digital media company in the Philippines that has captivated millions of followers. Through FEATR, Erwan produces high-quality shows and documentaries that explore diverse subjects, from traditional cooking methods in the Cordilleras to the state of salt-making in the Philippines. His work not only entertains but also educates and promotes Filipino culture and cuisine on a global scale. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Erwan Heussaff, Founder, FEATR MEDIA, to find out more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!