Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

It’s a Father’s Day special on Sports Minutes..ahead of the day dedicated to celebrating dads on 16 June. Delwinder Singh is a household name for fans of local football, but did you know that his dad - Ranjit Singh, was once a drug-addict who was incarcerated in the early 90s? How did that affect Delwinder’s upbringing, and how did Ranjit turn over a new leaf to become a responsible dad? The father-son duo speak to Zia-ul Raushan on Sports Minutes in a candid, frank and honest conversation ahead of Father’s Day. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

It’s all about insurance coverage today as we speak to a company that provides coverage for Singaporeans including the nation’s protectors – the MINDEF.  Formed by the merger of Aviva Singapore and Singlife in a deal valued at S$3.2 billion in 2020, the current Singlife is one of the largest homegrown financial services companies in the lion city.  The company offers a variety of insurance products ranging from life insurance, medical insurance, car insurance, travel insurance, home insurance, to investment linked-plans. It is also seeing a number of key developments of late. For one thing, the company has become a fully owned subsidiary of Japan’s Sumitomo Life in a transaction valuing Singlife at S$4.6 billion.  The insurer said the ownership change will not affect its day-to-day operations, but will enable Singlife to pursue its long-term growth ambitions, with the capital to drive regional expansion and to grow as an integrated financial services company. But what can we expect when it comes to Singlife’s strategic direction for the future?  Speaking of strategic direction, Singlife had in May this year launched what it calls the Singlife Dementia Cover. Touted as the market’s first insurance plan offering yearly payouts for persons with dementia, the policy also covers other mental health conditions such as bipolar and schizophrenia disorder.  But what were the complexities in valuing the insurance premiums and payouts for conditions relating to dementia, versus other health conditions such as cancer? And how does such a product pipeline position Singlife as a first mover in the silver economy?  On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Pearlyn Phau, Group CEO, Singlife.

Instagrammable cafes have been on the rise in Korea, becoming an integral part of the country's vibrant café culture. Every corner is a snapshot waiting to happen! It’s not just about coffee anymore. It’s whether the cafes are insta-worthy. On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong explores some of Korea's Instagrammable cafes that are sure to delight your senses and fill your feed with envy-inducing snapshots.

John Langan, a marketing and entertainment expert with 22 years of experience, has a reputation for predicting trends and building products that attract and retain visitors. And now, he founded Blue Root Innovation Lab in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and serves clients in property development, fitness, wellness, and technology sectors. On R.I.C.H., Roshan Gidwani speaks to John Langan, Executive Consultant, Blue Root Innovation Lab, to find out more. Presented by: Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Sudu by Ilya, a private dining concept launched in December 2022, offers a contemporary twist on traditional Malay dishes in its seasonal menus. On Culture Club, Roshan Gidwani speaks to Ilya Nur Fadhly, Boss, Sudu by Ilya, to share more about how he adding his own twist to traditional Malay cuisines. Presented by: Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

On What's Trending, a pair of camels escaped from Ohio's Cedar Point amusement park's petting zoo, causing chaos and confusion among visitors. Also, Samyang has been recalled in Denmark for its Buldak ramen noodle products due to high levels of capsaicin, a chili pepper extract that gives the noodles their spicy flavor.

Holly Valance has become the UK poster girl for ex-US President Donald Trump's bid to retake the White House. "It's a Holly party," Nigel Farage, a fellow Trump supporter and friend of Valance, told the London Times before the fundraising event near the Chelsea Embankment.

Singapore equities began trading in positive territory today, as global sentiment remained upbeat after data showed US consumer prices were unexpectedly unchanged in May.  The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.6 per cent higher at 3,326.33 points after 64 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Mapletree Logistics Trust. The trust’s manager said it will divest its entire equity interest in its wholly foreign-owned enterprise, Mapletree Logistics Warehouse (Xian), for an estimated price of 70.5 million yuan (S$13.1 million).  Elsewhere from the US Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s explanation as to why officials are not ready to cut rates, to how Tesla shareholders voted yes to Elon Musk’s US$56 billion pay package – more international and corporate headlines remain in focus. On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian dived into the details with Terence Wong, CEO, Azure Capital.

"Wonyoungism" is a new personal development trend driven by fans of Jang Won-young, member of the kpop group IVE. Jang Won Young is the current IT girl - and everyone wants to be like her. Her looks, her personality, and her confidence have become a mantra for thousands of young Korean women.And the hashtag #wonyoungism has bloomed among the fandom. But should you follow this trend? On K-WAVE, Hongbin Jeong dives into why this experience is a no for her. 

Robin Chua, a Lego enthusiast, initially enjoyed collecting Lego as a child. As an adult, he suggested a Lego Advent Calendar as a Christmas gift, which led to an increase in Lego minfigs. On R.I.C.H., Roshan Gidwani speaks to Robin Chua, Community Manager, ASME, to share more about his collection journey. Presented by: Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!