Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Looking for travel inspiration? The Straits Times rounded up seven destinations that are set to dazzle in 2025. Think cultural escapades, stunning natural landscapes, and even a few unexpected gems. Emaad and Audrey dive into the options and what to look forward to.  Which destination is calling your name for 2025?   Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Music & picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak shares his assessment on how the market has fared through 2024 and if we will see earnings rise in 2025; effects that Stephen Miran will have on the markets; and whether recent airline incidents involving Boeing jets will be short-lived or will if they will set the tone for airline markets in the new year. He also weighs in on top concerns for 2025, as well as sectors that could take a toll versus sectors he's liking right now. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Daphne Tan, Director of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore discusses how much of the anticipated Santa Claus rally has materialized; the recent momentum behind Bitcoin prices; the biggest winners and losers in Asian markets this year; and what investors should be keeping their eyes on in Q1 2025. Produced/Presented: Willie Keng

Just recently, the Singapore government apologised for the misunderstanding over an internal government circular and lack of coordination between government staff, which led to the disclosure of full NRIC numbers on a new business portal before the rationale was explained to citizens. Coming on the back of that, the government had explained that the current practice of masking NRIC numbers creates a false sense of security that such data is secret. What does the unmasking of NRICs mean for Singaporeans and might there be risks involved? On this episode of Morning Shot, Ben Chester Cheong, Lecturer for Law Programmes, Singapore University of Social Sciences shares his insights. Presented by: Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

New Year, New You! We ring in the new year in just two days, so for many people, now is the time to write down that list we are all familiar with.  80% of New Year's resolutions are thrown out by February.  So HOW do we possibly set ourselves up for success and stick to our goals?  Audrey and Emaad chat about hacks you can consider to make your 2025 a more successful one (goal-wise).   Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Music & picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Daniel Tan, Portfolio Manager, Grasshopper Asset Management, discusses how he is should repositioning for 2025, amid a stronger dollar, rising yields and the potential risk of Trump tariffs. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang 

What are you grateful for?  Amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, it can be easy to take our many blessings for granted, especially those that are small and seemingly inconsequential. Studies show writing down three things you are grateful for at the end of each day can actually boost your happiness levels over the medium to long term. It can be anything from having a laugh with a co-worker, to acknowledging that you reached your destination safely. It's never too late to start!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Photo & music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Chris Weston, Head Of Research, Pepperstone shares his insights on how gold is performing against other asset classes, whether gold prices could rise as a safe haven asset, and his approach towards China in the coming year. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced and Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

As we say goodbye to 2024, it's time to test you on this year’s top stories! From turbulence and tech glitches, we’ve covered the highs, lows, and unexpected twists of 2024 on the Breakfast show. How well did you do? Presented by Audrey Siek, Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang  Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Over the last three decades, deforestation has led to a 40% reduction in forest cover in Indonesia. Mangroves, one of the most essential ecosystems for coastal communities, have taken the fall in particular, with excessive logging activities reducing the seawater-tolerant species along coastlines. Scientists say, the consequences of that could be dire as mangroves provide shelter, food and improve water nutrient levels for marine life. On this episode of Climate Connections, Dr Gretchen Coffman, Wetland Restoration Ecologist & Senior Lecturer, NUS, who is leading community-based restoration and research efforts within the mangrove ecosystems around Lombok, Indonesia, shares her insights. Feature produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Voiced by: Audrey Siek Photo credits: NUS Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors