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Vying for an unprecedented 11th consecutive win, Max Verstappen is seemingly on course for an inevitable third world title. All-conquering as the Dutchman maybe, did you know that he's never stepped onto the top step of the podium here in Singapore? Will that change in 2023? Yuey Tan, Singaporean racing driver, weighs in with his predictions for the race weekend! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg

What is sports without fans? The age-old question was answered in emphatic fashion at the Singapore Grand Prix - and that's even before the cars hit the track! Tune in as we speak to two SUPER FANS who had their lifelong dreams come alive, as they met their racing heroes in the flesh! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg

As Singapore's prepares to host the 14th edition of the Formula 1 Night Race, we hit the paddock to check in with the drivers. Verstappen and Redbull Racing maybe the leaving the chasing pack in their wake all season long, but could the unforgiving street track in the Lion City - that has undergone some tweaks for this edition - prove to be a leveller to the playing field? Tune in to find out! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg

Singapore stocks rose at the open today, tracking global markets that finished higher overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 0.5 per cent to 3,266.08 points after 36.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have LHN after the real estate management services group yesterday provided an update of its business segments.  Meanwhile, from more on the Chinese PBOC adding more cash into the economy to the latest European Central Bank rate decision, and to Walt Disney holding discussions to sell its US TV network ABC, more international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Drive Time’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments withSunny Soh, Lead Technical Analyst (Capital Markets & Investor Education), SIAS.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held a rare summit this week that has raised concerns over a potential military deal between the two nations. What can we make of this rare public show of diplomacy and what are the consequences of this meeting for both nations?  Here's an analysis from Drive Time's Elliot Danker and Antonio Fatás, Professor of Economics, INSEAD.

It is probably time that you’re thinking about dinner on a Friday afternoon, and on that note – how about a warm hearty bowl of noodles to kickstart your weekend? Our guest for today is one of the largest manufacturers of fresh noodles in Singapore.  Founded in 1996 as a noodle supplier, Leong Guan has since opened its own noodle manufacturing factory in 2006 and currently provides not only noodles, but also other food products such as tofu and dumpling skins. It has also been targeting overseas markets by adopting technology to improve the shelf life of its products or to develop new products that can be exported.  More notably, the firm was also introduced to an in-market buyer through EnterpriseSG to further expand their footprint into the US. But what should we know about Leong Guan’s foray into the West?  On Under the Radar, Drive Time’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Kevin Lim, Head of Strategy & Insights, Leong Guan Food Manufacturer.

As the fastest men in the world hit the streets of Lion City this weekend, did you know there will be a Singaporean amongst them? Racing in the The Super Series, a support race at the Singapore GP, Yuey Tan will be competing for the 13th time on home soil. And we caught up with the 40-year old ahead of his race weekend.  Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg

Singapore stocks rose at the open, even as global markets were mixed overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) climbed 0.3 per cent to 3,227.4 points after 30.8 million securities changed hands. In terms of companies to watch, we have Prudential, after the insurer told The Business Times  yesterday that it has shelved plans for a separate wealth management unit in Singapore.  Meanwhile, from Grab and GoTo possibly facing new rules in Singapore to the European Commission launching an investigation on subsidies for Chinese electric vehicle makers, more corporate headlines are in focus. On Market View, the Drive Time’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Chow, Director Azure Capital.

Pencils are a much needed tool as we get through our work day, and today we’re going to bring you an inside look into a pencil manufacturer that has been around for over 250 (262) years! Bingo if you’ve guessed Faber Castell. Founded all the way back in 1761, Faber- Castell is one of the oldest industrial companies in the world, and has been owned by the same family for – get this – nine generations! The firm is headquartered in the German state of Bavaria. It is currently present in over 120 countries with its own production sites in ten countries, and sales companies in 22 countries.  More notably, Faber Castell sells over two billion pencils and coloured pencils each year even in face of digitalisation – so what is its secret sauce in achieving that sales volume? Meanwhile, the firm has moved beyond stationery into decorative cosmetic products as well. But what was the rationale behind the move to diversify, and what does this mean for Faber Castell’s stationery business?  On Under the Radar, Drive Time’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian sat down with Andrew Woon, Managing Director,  Faber-Castell Malaysia, Indochina and East Asiafor more.

Double delight for Singapore football, as the senior men's team and under-23s clinched important results - with a 3-1 win over Chinese Taipei and last-gasp 2-2 draw against Vietnam respectively. But have the celebrations been over-zealous? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on this, and the road ahead - as we also hear from head coach Takayuki Nishigaya, and Lions' defender Lionel Tan. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg