Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

The Singapore River Festival 2024 is back, celebrating its 8th edition with the theme ‘River of Lights and Colours.’ This year’s festival promises an unforgettable experience with dazzling light shows on iconic bridges, immersive cultural activities, delicious food tours, live music, and even pet-friendly events. Taking place from 4th to 13th October, it’s a celebration of Singapore’s rich heritage, culinary diversity, and vibrant entertainment scene along the historic river. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Zen Xu, Manager of Events and Marketing, Singapore River One, to uncover what visitors can expect at this year’s exciting festival and how it continues to bring people together at the heart of Singapore. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Nintendo's first museum in Japan offers a nostalgic trip back in video game time, set in the company's former factory complex in Uji. The museum, spread across three main buildings, features rare consoles, prototypes, interactive games, experiences, and a themed burger restaurant. Visitors can access insights into Nintendo mastermind Shigeru Miyamoto, known as the father of Super Mario, and its main attraction is the "Discover" area, featuring displays of almost every product ever released by the company. Also, a junk dealer, Luigi Lo Rosso, discovered an asymmetrical painting of a woman in the basement of an Italian villa in 1962. The painting, believed to be a distorted image of French photographer and poet Dora Maar, is believed to be the work of Pablo Picasso.

Have you ever wondered if AI could predict the future? Snapchat users are putting this idea to the test, using the platform's AI chatbot to speculate on one big question: Who will be the next U.S. President? Think you know the answer? Join Hongbin Jeong as she spills the tea!

The 28th edition of the fabled Lion City Cup, Singapore’s premier youth football tournament, takes place on 4th & 6th October 2024 at the Jalan Besar Stadium. With a stellar cast of regional powerhouses including Japan's Tokyo Verdy FC, Malaysia’s Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), Thailand’s BG Pathum United - the Singapore U16s will have their work cut out despite home advantage. So how are they preparing for the baptism of fire? Shahir Hamzah, assistant team manager of the Singapore Under-16s, speaks to Sports Minutes to tell us more. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Problem statements can help you find a solution. Isn't that the crux of what we're all trying to do? Don't you want to be the employee that can figure that out at work? The solution? Yes!  On That's How! Roshan Gidwani uncovers some key points that can help you figure out how to write a problem statement.  Source: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-a-problem-statement

Syed Adam’s journey is a testament to the power of mid-career education in driving sustainability efforts. As Business Development Manager at the Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS), Syed is tackling key challenges under Singapore’s Green Plan 2030, focusing on renewable energy investment and upgrading infrastructure. Originally an aerospace engineer, Syed transitioned to sustainability after witnessing the impact of CO2 emissions in Southeast Asia. Despite having no experience, he pursued short courses in solar energy, carbon accounting, and ESG, while learning from industry mentors. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong speaks to Syed Adam, Business Development Manager, Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS), to find out more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Singapore shares opened in the negative territory, but ultimately closed in the green, up 0.1%. We’ve seen an incredible run of Singapore stocks. Year-to-date, shares of the largest 30 Singapore companies are up 11%, and it has hit its all-time peak over the last 5 years. Is there more room to run? On top of that, Singapore REITs market is the second largest REIT sector in Asia, behind Japan.With Fed started cutting rates, investors have been cheering with shares of S-REITs recovering 15% over the last 3 months. So what’s next? Will S-REITs continue to be winners of the market? On Market View, Willie Keng speaks to Carmen Lee, Head of OCBC Investment Research, to find out more. 

Luxury bags don’t come cheap. After dropping thousands of dollars on that latest 'it' bag, the last thing you want is to ruin its appearance with stains or scratches. So, how do you keep your beloved designer bags looking clean and brand-new for years to come?  Haus of Veil, a Singaporean made brand, is on a mission to revolutionise household cleaning in the realm where luxury meets necessity, all while staying environmentally conscious. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Tan Jia Hao and Lydia Lim, Co-Founders of Haus of Veil to find out more.  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong  Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh  Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg

Coldplay concert tickets in India are being sold for obscene amounts on reselling platforms after being sold out on BookMyShow, the official ticketing platform. Many alleged that sales were rigged, with resellers selling tickets for five times the price before they were released on the official site. Also, a viral video by Denaesha Gonzalez, a mother to a 2-year-old, has become a real-life movement aimed at mothers who choose to pay it forward. The video shows people going through baby aisles at large department stores and tucking cash, notes of encouragement, or gift cards into diaper boxes, beneath cans of baby formula and other children's products. The trend began in early September and has become a heartfelt way for people to show their support to mothers who truly need it.

Jamie Koh is the Founder of Brass Lion Distillery and she was on the show to discuss her six year journey to create a spirit that can truly encapsulate the heart of Singapore. The Singapore Dry Gin –  a true reflection of the cultural melting pot that is Singapore. The multi award-winning Singapore Dry Gin is crafted with herbs and spices that were carefully selected. Why did Jamie feel the need to create a Singaporean Spirit? Find out on Culture Club!  Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg) and Roshan Gidwani (rgidwani@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop us an email today!