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Christine Short, Vice President of Research, Wall Street Horizon shares her insights on the latest takeaways for Q2 earnings season so far, and how markets are reacting to the unsuccessful assassination attempt of Trump. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images; Megan Varner/Reuters

Can social media addiction in children be curbed through legislation?  Well, New York recently passed a law on "addictive" social media feeds for children, but some researchers are questioning what that actually means and how effectively these laws can be implemented. The laws come on the back of growing concerns over the effects of social media on the mental health of young people. From 2025, the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids Act will require social media platforms and app stores to seek parental consent before children under 18 use apps with "addictive feeds", a groundbreaking attempt to regulate algorithmic recommendations. Meanwhile, the New York Child Data Protection Act will limit the information app providers collect about their users. On this episode of Morning Shot, Derek Bambauer, Irving Cypen Professor of Law at the University of Florida Levin College of Law shares his insights on the challenges behind the execution of the latest social media laws and how effective they will be. Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Vera – stock.adobe.com

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank, discusses why the US dollar gained strength and other market implications of increased odds of a Trump victory in the US presidential elections. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Have you watched “How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies”?  That movie has certainly made its rounds around the world and in recent weeks, it also sparked a social phenomenon across Southeast Asia, with audiences flooding social media with tear jerking reactions. It tells the story of a teenage university dropout, M, who quits his game-caster gig to care for his grandma, more affectionately known as Amah, when she was diagnosed with end-stage cancer. And while the movie is primarily in Thai, grandmother Amah would occasionally speak Teochew, a language M struggled to understand. How many of you can speak your dialect fluently? On this episode of Morning Shot, Tan Ying Ying, Associate Professor for Linguistics and Multilingual Studies at the NTU School of Humanities shares her insights on why dialects are waning here in Singapore, and whether it’s important for us to revive them.  Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: GDH 559 / Jor Kwang Films / Pat Boonnitipat

In this episode of business leadership on Mind Your Business, our guest is a tech leader who does not follow the well worn path. He is not just coding the future, he is decoding the past to build it. A self-proclaimed trailblazer, his journey from civil servant to healthcare innovator is unlike any other. But the most surprising twist? His secret weapon for navigating the future of technology? Chinese history. We speak with Zee Yoong Kang, Senior Partner, Healthcare, NCS to find out how the wisdom of the ages fuels his approach to innovation, the exciting tech revolutionising Singapore's healthcare system, and the challenges and opportunities on the horizon.  Presented by Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

When was the last time you were hugged by someone? We know some people aren’t huggers - it can be cultural, it can be personal - but did you know there are some proven health benefits to this simple gesture? On this Global Hug Your Kids Day, Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about the research that shows that hugging makes us healthier and happier!  Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar Edited and Produced by Audrey Siek Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Singapore's education system goes beyond the classroom! In this episode of Breakfast Special, we speak with Laura Oh, Director of House of Hows Tuition, a centre achieving a remarkable 90% student improvement rate. Explore their unique approach, the secrets to fostering a love of learning in every child, and valuable study tips for all. Presented by Ryan Huang  This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Selena Ling, Chief Economist, OCBC Bank discusses why she is raising her full year GDP growth forecast on the back of the better than expected second quarter advance estimates. The manufacturing sector appeared to be a bright spot swinging back to growth from a contraction the same period last year. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

The global skincare market is booming, but can brands keep up with the demand for innovation, ethics, and science-backed results? A groundbreaking institute is shaping the future of skincare with a focus on cruelty-free practices, sustainability and powerful research. Jennifer Bourland, Head of the Evonik Skin Institute shares how Evonik is helping brands meet the needs of discerning consumers, particularly in the booming APAC region, the rise of Gen Z beauty, the science behind effective skincare products and the latest trends.  Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Walk into any pharmacy nowadays and it's hard to ignore the vast array of dietary supplement options available for selection on the shelves. Many of these supplements are labeled with claims like "supports immune health" or "improves brain performance." While there isn't conclusive evidence to suggest that our capsule, powder, gummy and tincture friends are effective in providing the health benefits we expect of them, there are some instances where taking them may improve well-being. Listen in to this edition of Breakfast Bites to determine whether the supplement-ary advice is helpful to you!  Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek  Produced and Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors