Best Index Studios Podcasts (2024)

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Sports Minutes: How Floorball is growing from strength to strength here in Singapore 16:50

12h ago16:50

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When it comes to local sports - more often than not swimming, athletics and even football dominates the headlines. But amongst the 'less heralded' sports making greats strides in Singapore is floorball. And part of their outreach is the upcoming "Floorball Fever Fiesta" - happening on 31 August & 1 September at Velocity - which aims to bring the sp…

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Spill The Tea: Not very demure, not very mindful trademark battle 4:41

24m ago4:41

4:41

The creator behind TikTok’s “demure” catchphrase is now at the center of a trademark battle. According to TMZ, a man in Washington state named Jefferson Bates filed to trademark “Very Demure .. Very Mindful ...” in an apparent attempt to cash in on Lebron’s success. Who will win this legal battle? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea. Get in touch with our…

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Market View: Dow closes at fresh record high; US PCE Price Index Expectations; SIA receives approval for FDI into entity resulting from Vistara - Air India merger; Uber “committed” to South Korean market ... 16:28

12h ago16:28

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Singapore shares rose this morning, after US indices were mixed and Europe’s main stock index closed higher overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.4 per cent at 3,418.01 points after 55 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. The flag carrie…

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That's How!: Using CGM for diabetes 8:24

1h ago8:24

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In this episode, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani show you how you can make the most of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs). Explore how CGMs can revolutionize your diabetes management. They break down the essentials: what a CGM does, how it tracks your glucose levels in real-time, and how this continuous stream of data can give you a clearer pictur…

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R.I.C.H: A daughter’s bright idea which led to success 11:44

19m ago11:44

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Megan Lee, a 22-year-old business student at Singapore Management University, is working to revive her mother's struggling lighting shop, Light + Form Concepts, through a TikTok campaign. The shop has faced challenges since the 2020 circuit breaker period, but Megan's 56-second TikTok clip outlining her revival plans has sparked hope. She promised …

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Culture Club: Three-time world pizza champion on what makes the perfect slice 9:40

27m ago9:40

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Singapore’s pizza scene has significantly evolved since the introduction of the first outlet from a major international pizza chain. You can find a variety of options here, from traditional Italian pizzerias to trendy restaurants offering fusion creations. But what makes the perfect pizza? On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong finds out from the three-tim…

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What's Trending: Top 15 finalists of Miss Universe Singapore 2024 revealed 4:05

2h ago4:05

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For the first time in its 70-year history, Miss Universe Singapore has flung open its doors to Singapore citizens who are married, divorced and have children. There is also no upper-age limit. And the local beauty pageant has just revealed its top 15 finalists. Also, a "right to disconnect" rule has come into effect in Australia, offering relief to…

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Spill The Tea: Were these boy bands cheated? 5:44

43m ago5:44

5:44

Lou Pearlman, the manager behind The Backstreet Boys and NSYNC, didn’t do the bands justice financially! How so? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea! Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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That's How!: Do opposites attract in a workplace? 8:34

42m ago8:34

8:34

Ever found yourself in the trenches with someone who feels like your total opposite? You're not alone! In this episode of "That's How!", Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani dive headfirst into the art of working with people who couldn’t be more different from you if they tried. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Under the Radar: Multimedia entertainment studios Moment Factory sheds light on opportunities in the billion-dollar immersive entertainment market; project portfolio including Changi Airport Terminal 2 ... 26:41

1d ago26:41

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If you’ve been to the newly revamped Changi Airport Terminal 2, you’ve would’ve noticed this landmark feature located at the heart of the departure hall. Does an immersive digital waterfall ring a bell? Called The Wonderfall, the 14-metre tall digital waterfall is a piece of digital art and is said to be the result of a highly creative and technica…

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Market View: Is the slide in Nvidia’s shares warranted?; 94th birthday present for Warren Buffett; SGX earnings - Prudential and PEC; Will S-Reits outshine banks with Fed rate cuts; China’s empty office ... 18:04

1d ago18:04

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Singapore shares slumped at the opening bell today after global equities ended mixed overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was down 0.1 per cent to 3,386.25 points after 25.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Prudential. Its new business profit – a measure of profitabi…

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Culture Club: This genius twist on a traditional Asian snack is a must have 16:50

1h ago16:50

16:50

Salted egg can be considered one of Singapore’s favourite snack flavours. And you can't talk about salted eggs without involving the IRVINS’ brand. We all know and love IRVINS’ salted potato chips, fish skin, and salmon skin snack boxes. Now, Singaporean rapper and songwriter, Yung Raja has once again outdone himself, teaming up with the popular ho…

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R.I.C.H: A leader’s vision beyond the classroom 17:00

1h ago17:00

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Elaine Kim, CEO and co-founder of Trehaus, is a visionary in early childhood education. She has shaped Trehaus into a mission-driven organisation that redefines education for all children, not just the elite. Starting with a cutting-edge preschool in Singapore, where her son thrived, Trehaus blends top global pedagogies to nurture future leaders wi…

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What's Trending: What makes Billie Eilish's records 'eco-friendly'? 8:44

39m ago8:44

8:44

Beyoncé may carry hot sauce in her bag, but a reality television star’s recent post on social media begs the question: Is it okay to bring your own food into a restaurant? Also, the UK's vinyl habit is estimated to produce the same amount of emissions as 400 people each year. But Billie Eilish is hoping to change the record with her new album Hit M…

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Sports Minutes: Deadline day looms large in the European transfer market, so who needs what? 18:04

18h ago18:04

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The European transfer window closes this week, and the countdown is on for clubs to get their business done. With concerns surrounding PSR enforcements at an all-time high, and the influx of Saudi money flat-lining - what have you made of how clubs have conducted their dealings this summer? And with the deadline looming, who needs to get what done?…

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Spill The Tea: Will Rachel’s outfit, be yours? 4:01

35m ago4:01

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To be or not to be, tis the question. To buy or not to buy, tis the dilemma… Friends memoribilia will be up for auction, so which pieces interest us most? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea! Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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Market View: Keppel Infrastructure Trust’s S$200M private placement; Wing Tai’s net loss widens to S$99.2M; Alibaba’s impending inclusion in Stock Connect; Seven & i seeks government protection after US ... 14:54

2d ago14:54

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Singapore shares started trading in negative territory today despite overnight gains in global markets. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.1 per cent lower at 3,396.82 points after 25.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Wing Tai, after the property developer widened its net…

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That's How!: The warning signs to know if you're getting quiet fired 6:35

1h ago6:35

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Ever felt like your boss has suddenly put you on a professional "mute"? On That's How, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani unravel the mystery of the "quiet firing"—that stealthy tactic where your employer subtly nudges you out the door without a formal goodbye. Are you the next target? Listen to find out the warning signs. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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R.I.C.H: A woman who is bridging gaps and smiles 14:25

1h ago14:25

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The Singapore Council of Women's Organisations (SCWO), founded in 1980, serves as the national coordinating body for women's organisations in Singapore. Under the leadership of newly elected President Dr. Seow Yian San, the first dentist to hold this role and a past President of the Association of Women Doctors Singapore, SCWO will continue to cham…

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Culture Club: Rina Lee's bling tells the stories of self-love, strength and courage 8:58

2h ago8:58

8:58

On the hunt for contemporary-styled accessories in Singapore, that is also affordable too? Rina Lee Jeweller showcases modern classics that tell stories of self-love, strength and courage. The Singaporean designer incorporates her free spirit into her jewellery line, featuring gemstones and crystals, inspired by her own spiritual journey. Presented…

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What's Trending: '10,055km miles to see you, Adele'. A night to remember for one Singaporean 8:14

2d ago8:14

8:14

A Singapore fan had an unforgettable evening when she attended English singer Adele’s concert in Munich, Germany, on Aug 23.The fan from Singapore was invited onstage by Adelafter the singer spotted her banner. Are we closer to getting an Adele concert in Singapore? Also, a 3,500-year-old jar has been accidentally smashed into pieces by a ive-year-…

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Spill The Tea: Channing Tatum airs out dirty laundry 5:00

1h ago5:00

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Apparently, the famous actor doesn’t even like doing Laundry that much. So he reverted to buying the same item again and again. What could it be? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea! Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Market View: What Nvidia, chip titans can tell us about big tech AI spending, AI rally; Fed Mary Daly, Thomas Barkin on interest rates; Oil prices movement; SGX counters Silverlake Axis, RE&S, privatisation ... 15:27

3d ago15:27

15:27

Singapore shares were little changed this morning after previously ending higher on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole comments signalling a September rate cut. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was down slightly by 0.01 per cent, to 3,395.75 points after 36.6 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In te…

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Under the Radar: What is Stripe’s take on the fragmentation of the APAC payments landscape? 33:02

4d ago33:02

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Today we’re going to talk about a company whose mission is to increase the GDP of – not a country or city – but the internet. Founded in 2010, our guest Stripe is a technology company that prides itself on building the economic infrastructure for the internet. With dual headquarters in San Francisco and Dublin, and offices dotted across major finan…

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That's How!: Building mental resilience through sports 9:52

2h ago9:52

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Athletes can appear almost superhuman. Despite tremendous pressure and the millions watching them, they stay focused, composed, and poised as they push their bodies to peak performance. To reach the highest levels of their sport, they have developed both physical and mental resilience. On That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani dive into how …

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R.I.C.H: Superstar sisters wrapping tradition on a plate 12:52

2h ago12:52

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Singaporean sisters, Hong Wei Ting and Wei Ling are revitalising their family's legacy at Fortune Food, which started as a hawker stall in Geylang, renowned for its traditional handmade popiah skin and kueh pie ti. From university graduates, these sisters ventured into a competitive (and often male-dominated) industry like F&B with a very hands-on …

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516- ADHD in Preschool: Early Diagnosis & Intervention for Young Children 57:55

16m ago57:55

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Identifying signs of ADHD in preschool-aged children can be a challenge. Learn how to differentiate between typical development and behaviors that may indicate ADHD during the early childhood years from Alexis Bancroft, Ph.D., and Cynthia Martin, Psy.D. ADHD in Preschool: More Resources Self-Test: ADHD Symptoms in Children Read: Isn’t My 4-Year-Old…

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Culture Club: What's the livestream craze about? 12:37

2h ago12:37

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You’ve probably heard the buzz: Livestream shopping is the future of e-commerce. Livestream shopping is a trend where hosts showcase and sell products live to an online audience, combining the thrill of shopping with the immediacy of live entertainment. But what’s all the hype really about? And is it just another trend or the new way to make seriou…

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What's Trending: A burglar's modern Epic 7:01

3h ago7:01

7:01

On What's Trending, Liam and Noel Gallagher have reportedly hinted at an Oasis reunion, with a clip featuring the band's logo appearing on their social media accounts and the official Oasis page. The brothers, who broke up in 2009 after a backstage brawl at the Rock en Seine festival in Paris, have been urged to regroup since their breakup in 2009.…

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Sports Minutes: How do the Lion City Sailors & Manchester United overcome their 'identity crisis' issues? 24:13

1h ago24:13

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Expensively assembled squad? Check. Huge expectations to deliver? Check. Struggling to convince us of an identity? Check. The similarities between the Lion City Sailors and Manchester United are uncanny. Why is this the case? And what should Aleksandar Rankovic & Erik ten Hag do to overcome their respective 'identity crisis' issues. Deepanraj Ganes…

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Spill The Tea: Baby baby baby aww - the new J.B. 3:40

1h ago3:40

3:40

Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber have given birth to their first son, Jack Blues Bieber. The name has a deeper meaning as it is the middle name of Justin's father, Jeremy Bieber. The couple has grown closer over the years, and Jack's arrival also means that three generations of Bieber men share the 'JB' initials. But some celebrity baby names are pr…

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That's How!: How to invest in art 6:18

1h ago6:18

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More and more people are beginning to see the value of investing in art. Appreciating fine art might be difficult to wrap your head around, but it’s easier than ever before to invest in it. On That's How, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani dive into how you can get started. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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R.I.C.H: Actress, Entrepreneur, Philantrophist - what else can Carolina do? 16:35

1h ago16:35

16:35

Carolina Lizarazo is an award-winning actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who founded Caruna Med Spa & Laser Center in Miami, Florida. She is known for her versatility and passion, earning numerous awards and nominations. Beyond her acting career, Carolina has demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit by creating a haven for beauty and wellness…

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Market View: Powell says “the time has come” for rate cuts; Apple vs Google; Starbucks’ over 170,000 possible drink combinations; Singapore’s factory output up 1.8% yoy in July; Shangri-La Asia posts 28 ... 15:43

5d ago15:43

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Singapore stocks rose this morning as remarks from US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell cemented expectations that the central bank will cut its key policy rate next month. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.4 per cent higher at 3,401.33 points after 72.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, …

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Culture Club: CUBA is here to change your idea of Malay food 14:41

2h ago14:41

14:41

Cuba is the Malay word for “try.” And it is a home-based business by chef Nazrin Shah. Cuba offers a menu of elevated Malay dishes such as nasi ulam ayam percik buah keluak, as well as a set of caneles, which comes in original and pandan flavours. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Nazrin Shah, Founder, CUBA to find out how he takes traditi…

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What’s Trending: TikTok cucumber craze puts Iceland in a pickle 5:23

1h ago5:23

5:23

On What's Trending, TikTok user Logan Moffitt has sparked a worldwide trend of cucumber salads prepared in plastic deli containers, with his videos gaining 30 million views and thousands of recreations. However, the trend has caused a nationwide cucumber shortage in Iceland, where local grocery stores are out of cucumbers. Also, a new study has fou…

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Web3 Security: Key Management, and Crypto Wallets with Riad S. Wahby, CEO of Cubist 31:59

3d ago31:59

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How can you manage cryptographic keys without risking security? Enter Riad S. Wahby, Co-founder and CEO of Cubist, who’s on a mission to make key management seamless and secure. In this episode of The Index, Riad shares his journey from working on zero-knowledge proofs and contributing to the Ethereum beacon chain to tackling one of the biggest cha…

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Sports Minutes: Albirex Niigata's skipper Ho Wai Loon on Kazuaki Yoshinaga's struggles, and the road ahead for the White Swans 18:58

7d ago18:58

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Having gone from winning 3 Singapore Premier League titles in the last 4 years, to winning just 3 matches in their opening 12 league games of 2024 - the new season has been quite the reality check for Albirex Niigata. Why has it seeming all gone wrong? And why did coach Kazuaki Yoshinaga pay the ultimate price for the White Swan's struggles? Club c…

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Spill The Tea: Which path did KSI choose? 6:18

1h ago6:18

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KSI is a gamer, and he played Fifa and made more than his teachers. There’s many routes to financial success. Which one did KSI choose? Roshan Gidwani and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea! Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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That's How!: How to survive a job rejection 9:27

1h ago9:27

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After dedicating hours to perfecting your resume, applying to countless jobs, and sharing with friends how well your interview went, receiving a rejection email can feel like a crushing blow. You might find yourself wondering, “Am I not qualified enough? Did I answer the questions incorrectly? Or were they just unfair and didn’t assess me properly?…

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Under the Radar: AVEVA on acquisition by Schneider Electric, new “CONNECT” industrial intelligence platform, opportunities in Southeast Asia 33:41

8d ago33:41

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It is all about helping enterprises extract value through digital transformation as we speak to a company said to be a global leader in the industrial software space. With over 6,400 employees, 5,000 partners and 5,700 certified developers, our guest is Cambridge headquartered software development firm AVEVA. The firm prides itself on sparking inge…

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R.I.C.H: A Disney collector couple’s magical treasures 15:49

1h ago15:49

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Bryan Seah, Solution Architect at Barracuda Networks, and Isabella Harefa, Finance Manager at Unearthed Productions, began their Disney collecting journey in 2020 during a trip to Shanghai – they were drawn to a Disney Princess Popmart set and purchased two blind boxes, eventually finding Mulan. This adventure sparked their passion for collecting, …

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Market View: SG core inflation cools more than expected in July; Alibaba to upgrade HK-listed shares to primary status; Apple to allow EU iPhone, iPad users to delete App Store; Comments by BOJ’s Ueda ... 15:22

8d ago15:22

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Singapore shares opened flat this morning, after US indices fell and Europe’s main stock index climbed overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index rose 0.03 point to 3,373.61 points after 34.3 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Marco Polo Marine, after the integrated marine l…

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Culture Club: Keeping the kebaya alive with renowned designer Raymond Wong 17:10

19h ago17:10

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The kebaya is a garment that needs little introduction. Here on our local shores, many might instantly relate it to the sarong kebaya worn by The Singapore Girls. But you can also find the garment in the islands of Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Each region has made the kebaya their own, and each stitch tells a tale of their o…

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What's Trending: New Starbucks CEO allowed company jet for work commute? 5:03

6d ago5:03

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From Colombia's upcycled sewer pipes to spheres suspended in the sky in Canada, capsule hotels have been reinvented for a new generation of travellers. Also, Starbucks is giving its incoming chief executive, Brian Niccol, access to a company-owned jet to commute roughly 1600 km to its headquarters in Seattle — a perk that sparked criticism from act…

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Meta Quest HDMI Link, Pico 4 Ultra Launches In China 2:27:47

1d ago2:27:47

2:27:47

Ian Hamilton and David Heaney discuss the Meta Quest HDMI Link, Pico 4 Ultra's launch in China and much more.By UploadVR

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087: Anchor positioning 38:02

2h ago38:02

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In this episode Una and Adam explain anchor positioning and all its amazing features. Resources: Introducing the CSS anchor positioning API → https://goo.gle/3SWrvM5 CSS anchor positioning → https://goo.gle/4dwgmd9 Tab’s talk from CSS Day → https://goo.gle/4ds8g5B Una's Anchor Tool → https://goo.gle/3yDYDSd Una Kravets (co-host) Twitter | Instagram…

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