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The team brings you the latest business and topical news from Asia and around the World with programs such as In the Spotlight, Business View and Culture Club. Stay up to date with the latest movements in the Singapore, European and US markets.
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26 May, 2023
Sports Minutes: With Nadal ruled out of Roland Garros, who will be crowned the king of clay at the French Open?
No player ever been as synonymous to any Grand Slam tennis tournament the way one Rafael Nadal has ruled the French Open. Unfortunately for the king of clay - who has won the tournament a record 14-times - he will not be in the running to add to that tally in 2023, having been ruled out with a hip flexor injury that’s sidelined him since January. What does this mean for the rest of the field, and perhaps Roland Garros itself? Emaad Akhtar, former Sports Reporter with FOX Sports Asia, joins Elliott and Raushan to discuss! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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26 May, 2023
Culture Club: i Light Singapore returns In June with two new Locations in the CBD
i Light Singapore is an annual celebration that brings people from all walks of life together by shining a light on art and sustainability. They take efforts such as sourcing for materials for artworks sustainably and using energy saving lightings during the festival. We speak to Jason Chen, Festival Director of i Light Singapore 2023 and Director (Place Management), URA more about this.
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26 May, 2023
In the Spotlight: M1 launches 5G-powered telemedicine services, surveillance systems to enhance Singapore maritime industry
A first-of-its-kind offering in Southeast Asia, M1 has recently launched its 5G SA-powered solution-in-a-box. They recently partnered with Fullerton Health to provide 5G-powered telemedicine services to seafarers working onboard vessels out in the sea. Moreover, M1 is taking connectivity to the next level by venturing into the Maritime industry. We speak to Willis Sim, Chief Corporate Sales & Solutions Officer, M1 more about this.
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25 May, 2023
In the Spotlight: The growing tourism sector in Uzbekistan
Singapore and Uzbekistan will explore collaboration opportunities in the tourism sector, paving the way for greater connectivity between the two countries. What is the current situation of the tourism sector in Uzbekistan, do they serve the needs of tourists, and what improvements could be made? We speak to Mr Charles Tan, Secretary General, NATAS and Managing Director of Pegasus Travel Management more about this.
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25 May, 2023
Culture Club: Kindness Day SG with a theme ‘Amp Up Your Kindness!
The SG kindness movement has put forth multiple initiatives over the years involving schools, parents and other parties. How effective have they been and where does Singapore rank, compared to neighboring counties, when it comes to kindness? We speak to Dr William Wan, General Secretary, Singapore Kindness Movement more about this.
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25 May, 2023
Sports Minutes: The inevitable rise of E-sports
Team Flash is flying the flag for Singapore, dominating the e-sports arena in games such as FIFA, Mobile Legends, E-racing and Brawl Stars. Mark Chew, the chief executive officer of Team Flash, is in conversation with Elliott and Raushan to tell us more! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.sg
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25 May, 2023
Euro Watch: EU supplying weapons to Ukraine in view of counteroffensive against Russia
U.K. inflation dropped sharply in April, the EU continues to supply weapons to Ukraine in view of a counteroffensive, and the choice of Sultan Al Jaber, chief executive of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc), to head December’s COP28 summit in Dubai has angered activists. We discuss these headlines with Dr Samir Puri, Visiting Lecturer in War Studies at King's College London and author of 'Russia's Road to War with Ukraine'.
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24 May, 2023
Culture Club: Singaporeans becoming more bargain-conscious, want more seamless shopping, but how can businesses keep up?
Singaporeans’ spending habits are evolving alongside rising inflationary and economic pressures. Moreover we are seeing a resurgence of brick and mortar in Singapore. With all these changes, how can business capitalize on retail opportunities and fight fraud? We discuss this with Priyanka Gargav, Country Manager for Singapore and Head of Commercials for Southeast Asia & Hong Kong, Adyen.
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24 May, 2023
Regional Roundup: Malaysian Prime Minister addresses regulations regarding the use of the word "Allah" by non-Muslims
Thailand's Move Forward Party and its seven political allies affirm a mutual agreement to drive 23 agendas once their coalition government is formed. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday (May 23) that the government will streamline conflicting regulations regarding the use of the word “Allah” by non-Muslims. We speak to more Dr. Felix Tan, Political Observer, Nanyang Technological University about these headlines.
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24 May, 2023
In the Spotlight: Understanding the concept of 'branch-office-of-one', rise of threats caused by hybrid working arrangements
The ability to work from, not just home, but anywhere, has benefited many of us, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic period. However, companies could potentially face more issues when it comes to cybersecurity as a result of this. We speak to Vishak Raman, Vice President, India, SEAHK and ANZ at Fortinet more about this.
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