Let's Talk, Singapore

Compared to the prior generation, living in a flat has gradually disconnected the bond among neighbours. To recreate the old kampong spirit, NextBlock released its hyperlocal social networking app for the neighbourhood in March this year. 

Darrell Zhang, Co-Founder, NextBlock shares more. 

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Francis Tan, Senior Investment Strategist, UOB Bank discusses latest US CPI data reflecting a decline in Inflation and what the Fed might do in light of the numbers.

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In today's Breakfast Brief, we discuss Disney's better-than-expected earning results on both the top and bottom line, bolstered by increased spending at its domestic theme parks. Similarly, US CPI July 2022 figures indicate a slower inflation, easing pressure on possible fed hikes.

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One of the perks of online shopping is the free delivery and while that is great for us avid shoppers, logistics providers are having a price war over these consumer-friendly delivery prices. Have you ever wondered why delivery prices are so low and is this feasible for the logistics industry in the long run.

Jessy Sun, General Manager, BEST Logistics Singapore shares with us on how they provide consumer-friendly delivery prices. 

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Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) announces their APAC Expansion Plan of their properties in the region as they are optimistic about their growth in the region as the hospitality industry regains its momentum.

Ramzy Fenianos, Chief Development Officer, Asia Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group shares more on their plans.

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Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times' foreign editor Bhagyashree Garekar chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and Europe. They talk about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling crises.

In this episode, she chats with ST's South Korea correspondent Chang May Choon. 

Drinks after work are part of daily Korean life but their growing presence in drama serials and variety shows, especially the less regulated streaming platforms, has been raising concern.

Highlights (click/tap above):

01:45 Why does soju make star appearances in Korean dramas?

04:13 Alcohol-related crimes are rising

7:05 Do drinking scenes romanticise alcohol, prompt the viewer to drink?

08:37 Tolerance is dropping for use of drunkenness as defence in crime

12:53 South Korea’s new President Yoon has plans to curb drink-related crime

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Produced by: Bhagyashree Garekar ([email protected]), Ernest Luis, Teo Tong Kai & Penelope Lee

Edited by: Hadyu Rahim

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Abhilash Narayan, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Private Bank discusses China's and US' Inflation data and how are markets likely to digest the numbers and what will it mean for markets.

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In today's Breakfast Brief, we discuss the gloomy outlook of US chipmakers, starting with Micron Technology where the company has cut its current-quarter revenue forecast. In support of the US semiconductor sector, President Biden will sign a bill for $52 billion to provide subsidies’ to US chip makers.

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GSK’s Consumer Healthcare business is now named Haleon after a demerger that happened earlier this year, with a clear purpose to deliver better everyday health. So what was Haleon's motivation to separate from GSK and what are their plans in the consumer health landscape in the region?

Keith Choy, President, Asia Pacific, Haleon shares more.

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The role of a leader has changed tremendously where it is no longer just about directing people but to be more than that. What are the leadership qualities that are important now and how can an organisation like AITIA Institute help leaders in transforming themselves to meet these new expectations.

Chris Yap, Executive Director, AITIA Institute tells us more on they shape future leaders.

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