Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

For many millennials, fitness has become more than just a way to stay healthy. From joining running clubs to chasing personal bests, staying active is increasingly becoming part of their lifestyle.

When the haze made outdoor exercise difficult, a group of runners took their workouts indoors at Marina Square, with one completing a half-marathon and another clocking 19 kilometres.

So how are millennials approaching fitness today and why are some so determined to keep going even when conditions are less than ideal? 

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Joseph Estrella, Retail Associate at Key Power Sports and Run Lead at X-Run Singapore; Nathan Jon Sing, Senior Analyst in the Public Sector; and Elmer Loy, Manager at Great Eastern Life, about what drives their commitment to running and whether attitudes towards fitness are changing among millennials.

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Indonesia is cutting natural gas exports to Singapore by 8%, saying the move falls within existing supply contracts and is needed to meet its growing domestic energy needs.

Singapore says the impact is limited, accounting for less than 2% of our daily gas demand, and that supplies remain sufficient for now. But what’s driving the cuts, and could they become permanent?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr David Broadstock, Partner at The Lantau Group, about what the reductions mean for Singapore’s energy security, our reliance on imported gas, and the potential implications for electricity supply and prices.

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Imagine flying all the way to Paris, only to spend $20 on a plate of cai fan.

One Singaporean man did just that, satisfying his craving for economic rice while on holiday in the French capital.

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh, and Alexandra Parada discuss why we sometimes crave familiar food even when travelling, whether Singaporeans can go an entire holiday without eating local food from home, and how much they would be willing to spend for a taste of home overseas.

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As people grow older, health setbacks and changes in their physical and cognitive abilities can bring unexpected challenges. But for some, ageing does not mean giving up the things they love or stepping back from life.

At 76, Esther Sim has battled breast cancer three times, recovered from a serious back injury and is now navigating pre-dementia. Despite these challenges, she continues to paddle with a dragon boat team and give back to the community.

So what does it take to stay resilient in the face of life's uncertainties, and how can older adults adapt when life takes an unexpected turn?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Esther Sim, breast cancer survivor and member of the Breast Cancer Foundation's Paddlers in the Pink dragon boat team, about navigating life's challenges and finding the strength to keep going.

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The People’s Action Party (PAP) has re-elected all 14 members of its previous Central Executive Committee (CEC), with no new faces elected to its top decision-making body.

The results come as the party continues to navigate leadership renewal, following a Cabinet reshuffle in July that saw younger political office-holders take on greater responsibilities.

So what does the outcome say about the PAP’s leadership renewal and what can we expect from its next generation of leaders?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Gillian Koh, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies, National University of Singapore, to unpack what the results reveal about the party’s internal dynamics and the road ahead for its next generation of leaders.

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Singapore’s Beverage Container Return Scheme offers a 10-cent refund for every eligible plastic bottle or drink can returned.

But one Singaporean has taken things to another level, bringing a plastic bottle along on a two-week trip to Taiwan before bringing it back to Singapore to claim his refund.

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada discuss whether the scheme is changing Singaporeans’ recycling habits and if that 10-cent deposit is making us think twice before throwing away an empty bottle or can.

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Gen Z is increasingly taking an interest in birdwatching, turning to nature as a way to unwind and explore Singapore’s biodiversity and connect with like-minded enthusiasts.

Social media, online bird-sighting communities and more accessible photography equipment have also made it easier for young people to pick up the hobby and share their discoveries.

So why are more young people taking up birdwatching and what is drawing Gen Z to a hobby traditionally associated with older generations?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Raghav Narayanswamy, Vice President of the Bird Society of Singapore, who first took up birdwatching at the age of 13, on why the hobby is gaining traction among his generation.

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Two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a technology that powers a large part of the internet, have triggered a global cybersecurity scramble, with governments and organisations racing to secure their systems.

Singapore’s Cyber Security Agency has urged organisations to act immediately, warning that even businesses relying on external IT vendors or hosting providers may not realise they are affected.

So how serious are these vulnerabilities, how exposed are organisations in Singapore, and what should businesses and everyday users do to protect themselves?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Kelvin Chin, Regional Director (Asia) at Filigran, to unpack the severity of the vulnerabilities, the risks facing organisations in Singapore, and what can be done to mitigate the threat.

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Flying cars have been a staple of science fiction for decades, but are we finally getting closer to making them a reality?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unveiled a demonstration of what he says could be a flying version of the Tesla Roadster, featuring mid-air flips and air jets.

But there’s a catch: what we’ve seen so far looks more like a car that can jump than one that can sustain flight.

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada imagine what flying cars could mean for Singapore.

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As older Singaporeans turn to social media to express themselves, a new generation of “granfluencers” is challenging traditional ideas of what it means to grow old.

From experimenting with fashion to embracing unconventional hobbies, they are showing that age doesn't have to define how we dress, live or express ourselves.

But how much are these online personalities changing perceptions of ageing?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Suzy Low, a VIP Guide at Resorts World Sentosa, a fashion and cosplay creator, and one of Singapore's granfluencers, about how she uses fashion and social media to express herself, challenge age-related stereotypes and inspire others to embrace their individuality at any age.

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