Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
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Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.
AUG 7, 2023
07/08/23 - In The Spotlight: Digital blindspot - Can SMEs leave old-school marketing behind?Yep, some small businesses still think old-school marketing works best. Despite being the biggest spenders in tech, there are still many Singaporean SMEs that fall through the cracks of digitalisation — a shocking 20% of Singaporean SMEs have either just started or have yet to embark on the journey of digitalisation.
What is the cost of being left out of the business digitalisation wave? What more can be done to help SME founders understand the value of digitalisation, and find the resources and talent needed to succeed in today’s e-commerce-driven world?
We find out from Chan Kee Siak, Founder & CEO, Exabytes Group.
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AUG 7, 2023
07/08/23 - Washington Report: Donald Trump calls for judge's recusal, venue change in his 2020 election case. Will this help his case?Former US President Donald Trump is asking for the federal judge presiding in his criminal case over his attempts to overturn the 2020 election to recuse herself, along with a change of venue outside of the District of Columbia, accusing the judge of being partial against him. Will these changes be granted? And what happens next in Trump’s busy legal schedule?
We find out from Trisha Craig, Vice President (Engagement) and Senior Lecturer of Social Sciences (Sociology and Political Science), Yale-NUS College.
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AUG 4, 2023
04/08/23 - Sports Minutes: Are you afraid of losing your team's best player to Saudi football?The 2023 summer transfer window has seen big-name players such as Sadio Mane, Ruben Neves, Karim Benzema and Roberto Firmino all move to clubs in Saudia Arabia for lucrative offers. Are you afraid your team's best player may be the next to follow suit?
Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us!
edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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AUG 4, 2023
04/08/23 - Culture Club: FIND - Design Fair Asia - The best of Asia's design industryFIND – Design Fair Asia is set to return for its second edition after its successful debut in 2022, as part of Singapore Design Week. The event will be returning to the iconic Marina Bay Sands, Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A, B, and C from 21 - 23 September 2023.
FIND Design Fair Asia is gearing up to welcome over 15,000 visitors, 350 international brands, and 50 distinguished speakers during the Global Summit. The gathering of industry leaders, suppliers, and creative minds will undoubtedly make it a must-attend event for professionals and enthusiasts alike. So what can we expect from this year's edition?
We find out from Carl Press, Director of FIND - Design Fair Asiaand Yoko Choy, Chair of Content for FIND – Design Fair Asia.
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AUG 4, 2023
04/08/23 - In the Spotlight: SG ranks 6th most peaceful country in Global Peace Index 2023, why are we not on top?We live in Singapore and we all know how peaceful life is here in this tiny island. But interestingly, according to the 17th edition of the Global Peace Index (GPI) is now the 6th most peaceful country in the world. So how does the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) measure 'peace' for this index?
Steve Killelea, Founder & Executive Chairman, Institute for Economics and Peace shares more.
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AUG 4, 2023
04/08/23 - Weekly Wrap Up: PM Lee addresses concerns on political crisis, but were all our questions, answered?Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has given a ministerial statement to address concerns over the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau’s (CPIB) investigation into Transport Minister S Iswaran and the resignation of Members of Parliament (MPs) Tan Chuan Jin and Cheng Li Hui. But were all the burning questions answered in his statement?
PN Balji, Political Commentator & Veteran Journalist shares his thoughts.
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AUG 3, 2023
03/08/23 - Sports Minutes: A fitting ending to Singapore's Festival of Football!A 7-goal thriller between European powerhouses Bayern and Liverpool proved a fitting ending to the two-week long Festival of Football here in Singapore. Listen in as Jurgen Klopp and Thomas Tuchel have their say on the tournament, while fans weigh in on the price and pain points of the fiesta!
READ MORE:
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/fans-make-liverpool-feel-at-home-even-as-bayern-spoil-the-kallang-party
Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us!
edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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AUG 3, 2023
03/08/23 - Culture Club: Farm-to-table produce - Can you grow your own food at home?The demand for locally sourced, sustainable food has reached a tipping point in Singapore. According to recent data, the Singapore Food Agency's Farm-to-Table Recognition Program has witnessed a surge in participation from hotels and food businesses eager to embrace homegrown vegetables, fish, and eggs. As the trend of conscious consumerism and the desire for traceable, ethically produced ingredients grows, can you start growing your own food a home too?
We find out from Dr Lim Jia Hui, Science Director, Archisen.
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AUG 3, 2023
03/08/23 - In the Spotlight: Understanding the ‘aparthotel’ model of Dao by Dorsett AMTD SingaporeWhether you travel often or infrequently, it makes sense to know as much as possible about all the different options for accommodation out there. While many experienced travellers find themselves returning to aparthotels, other tourists and business travellers are less familiar with what an aparthotel actually is.
So could staying at an aparthotel be an option for you for your next trip?
Roy Liang, Vice President of Operations for Dao by Dorsett & General Manager of Dao by Dorsett AMTD Singapore helps us understand the 'aparthotel' model better.
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AUG 3, 2023
03/08/23 - Euro Watch: Will Russia return to Black Sea grain export talks?Last month Russia pulled out of a deal that allowed Ukraine to export its grain by sea despite a wartime blockade, an initiative seen as essential to keeping global food prices stable. Now the United States has been told that Russia is prepared to return to talks on the Black Sea grain deal. How true is this and what will be the pull factor for Russia to renew a deal that they pulled out of in the first place?
We find out more about this and other key headlines out of Europe from Dr Samir Puri, Visiting Lecturer in War Studies at King's College London and author of 'Russia's Road to War with Ukraine’.
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