Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

We Singaporeans love crossing the Causeway for our weekend Johor Bahru trips. But, there’s now another reason to make the journey across the border. If you’re on the lookout for a getaway unlike the norm, it’s time to set your sights on Ombak Festival 2024 at Desaru Coast. The vibrant and groovy family-friendly festival celebrates the coastal lifestyle with a rich blend of art, food, music, and fun activities from September 13 to 15, 2024.  Expect an iconic lineup of both local and international artists including performances by27 iconic global and local artists such as six-time, Grammy-winner Nile Rodgers & CHIC, British DJ Quantic, Swedish Band The Cardigans, pop princess Grace Jones, Macy Gray, rapper Joe Flizzow, to name a few. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Karina Ridzuan, Director of Ombak Festival to find out more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong  Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show?

Singapore shares opened higher this morning, after US and Europe indices rallied overnight. And it continued the rally throughout the day, with the STI closing 0.85% higher.  Meanwhile, stocks in Asia gained as markets did get a piece of good news on Tuesday when the producer price index report showed cooler inflation than expected. The consumer price index report on Wednesday could similarly fuel trading moves in the upcoming session. So what can we expect from the CPI?  On Market View, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Too Jun Cheong, Assistant Dealing Manager, Moomoo Singapore, to find out more about the incoming data.  They also discuss how Japanese markets reacted to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s decision not to run for a second term, and whether the worst is over for NVIDIA after its surge in the past four sessions.

Sister duo Grace and Lena started a mythical candle and skincare brand Emporal Co to empower self-care and wellness at home. The business, which started in the thick of the pandemic, now generates 6-figure sales, fuelled by their strong 100K+ following on TikTok, where they document their daily routines as small business owners, packing orders, and fun behind-the-scenes moments to engage with new and loyal customers. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong speaks to Grace Lim, Co-Founder, and Lena Lim, Co-Founder, Emporal Co., to share more about their story. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Aaron Lam Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Many workplaces are now championing the idea of vulnerability among their employees. As part of 'bringing your authentic self to work,' vulnerability can help build connections and enhance team cohesion. But what exactly does vulnerability at work entail? And how can you ensure that everyone feels at ease with this approach? On That's How, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani discuss how you can be vulnerable at work.  Source: www.truity.com/blog/how-and-why-you-should-be-vulnerable-work

On What's Trending, breakdancing, or breaking, made a viral debut during the 2024 Paris Olympics, with an Australian breaker named "Raygun" scoring zero points in her breaking battles. Despite her lack of points, her performance gained instant meme status. Breaking was added to the Olympics in December 2020 to attract younger viewers and excitement. However, it didn't have the staying power initially hoped for because breakdancing was sadly removed from the line-up for the Olympics in 2028. Also, Coca-Cola and Oreo have partnered to create two limited-edition products: Oreo Coca-Cola Sandwich Cookies and Coca-Cola Oreo Zero Sugar Limited Edition soda. The "Besties" partnership combines their best traits, with Coca-Cola featuring flavorful hints inspired by Oreo cookies. The Oreo Coca-Cola Sandwich Cookie features two base cookies with classic chocolate and red-colored Golden Oreo cookies embossed with Coca-Cola designs.

Do you want to experience an intimate 8-course private dining experience right in a HDB flat? Fragment is a new intimate private dining experience tucked in a HDB home in Clementi serving up reimagined local flavours with premium ingredients like caviar, uni and quail. Chef Pristina Mok started her culinary journey at the age of 19 and honed her skills in Michelin-starred restaurants in Singapore before she decided to start her own private dining experience in her own Clementi home.  Her hostess? Her pet dog Pebble, who is the epitome of hospitality!  On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Pristina Mok, Chef Owner of private dining space, Fragment Diningto 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

Suga, a member of BTS, was recently apprehended by Seoul’s Yongsan Police Station following an alleged drunk driving incident. The rapper was reportedly found lying on the ground in the Hannam neighbourhood on August 6th, with a staggering blood alcohol content of 0.227% which was well above the legal limit. In response, Suga admitted to drinking before his ride but insisted he didn’t realise he was breaking the law. The incident has sparked a flurry of reactions, with some calling for his removal from BTS and others questioning the timing and intensity of the media coverage. Is it possible that the latest drama is less about Suga’s actions and more about what might be lurking behind the scenes? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.

Ever feel like your career path is a maze with no exit in sight? Fear not! In this episode of That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani are diving into the fascinating world of the Enneagram and discovering how this ancient personality tool can be your ultimate career guide. They unravel the mysteries of the nine Enneagram types and explore how understanding your core motivations and strengths can lead you to a job that not only fits you like a glove but also makes you leap out of bed in the morning with excitement! Source: www.truity.com/blog/3-ways-enneagram-can-help-you-find-your-perfect-career-and-3-ways-it-cannot

Singapore shares opened in the positive territory this morning after news that the city state’s Q2 gross domestic product growth came in at 2.9 per cent. To end the day, the STI extended positive mood, closing in 0.7% higher. So what can we make of the Q2 GDP data? What does that tell us about Singapore's economy? Meanwhile, in Asia, stocks recouped their losses from last week’s rout, bolstered by an advance in Japanese shares. Does this mean Asian stocks have fully recovered and we won’t see another rout anytime soon? And with Japan leading the gains, is that because investors are buying stocks amid cheaper valuations? What are risks investors should consider? On Market View, Hongbin Jeong gets a deeper analysis of the market movements from Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research, ANZ.

Praised as a schoolgirl for keeping quiet in class, Vivian Lim now uses her voice for positive change. The TEDxSingapore license holder and founder of The Idea Co believes that dialogue is needed to push the needle forward in building a more equitable society. That pushed Vivian to carve out a career in uncovering hidden stories and bridging cultural and gender differences by building communities to inspire social good.  On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Vivian Lim, Curator, TEDx Singapore and Founder, The Idea Co about empowering women and enriching communities. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Feature produced and edited by: Nadiah Koh and Aaron Lam Do you have a story to tell on The Evening Runway show? Contact nadkoh@sph.com.sg