Hey club members! And welcome to Guac & Talk - the official podcast series of The Avocado Club where we sit down with the most unique and creative avocado-obsessed social influencers, chefs, food bloggers, nutritionists, medical professionals, artists, world travelers and more while we enjoy our signature quality guacamole with even better conversation. I’m Brandon - your host with the most avocado toast and like a quality avocado, we do our best to make sure these episodes NEVER get boring ...
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Couple Fraser and Natalia discuss topics inspired by the issues affecting the lives of those in their 20s during the 2020s. From politics to pop culture, their different points of view and backgrounds (Mexico and the UK) make for interesting, in-depth discussion. Email us at theavocadosocialclub@gmail.com
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From politics to pop culture, we've got it all. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of business, lifestyle, culture, travel, and sports.
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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM – L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Susanne Whatley in the morning and Nick Roman in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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Three wildfires burn across SoCal; Tips for dealing with poor air quality; Suburban farms are combatting climate change — The P.M. Edition
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The Line, Bridge and Airport fires continue to char acres. LAist reporter Caitlin Hernandez has tips for dealing with the poor air quality. We take a look at how some communities in the San Fernando Valley are responding to climate change. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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Line Fire grows up to 20k acres, now 3% contained, heatwave coming to an end, suburban farms — The A.M. Edition
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The Line fire burning in the city of Highland is now 3% contained and has scorched more than 20,000 acres. It's been 100 degrees for the past few days but the good news is that we are in the last stretch of the heatwave. It's climate solutions week and we're exploring how some San Fernando Valley residents are transforming their lawns into edible g…
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But these two celebrities never used to have any woes… Rihanna and Naomi were always chummy at events! They’ve been seen taking pictures together and were even spotted having dinner once. But recently, they haven’t cozied up to each other. Why’s that? Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea! Get in touch with our anchors at r…
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Culture Club: Travel tips for Singaporeans during the 'low peak' travel season
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The summer travel peak might be dialling down for western countries, but the interest for travel during the mid-autumn season is starting to spark interest among Singapore travellers. According to Expedia, travel deals are heating up, and savvy Singapore travellers are embracing the chance to plan a quick getaway during the shoulder low-peak travel…
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R.I.C.H: From influencer & engineer to beauty entrepreneurs
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James Cash Penney, an iconic American entrepreneur once famously said ‘every great business is built on friendship.’ But how do you succesfully navigate a startup founded on friendship? That's how an engineer, a social media influencer and a second-generation business owner came together to create Heylens, a contact lens brand focusing on high-qual…
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Market View: Big miss on US nonfarm payrolls; Apple’s event on 9 Sep, reportedly used Arm chips in new iPhones; Global tech selloff; SGX securities turnover up 22% in Aug; Digital Core Reit proposes to ...
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Singapore equities began the day in the negative territory, as global stocks ended lower last week. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.2 per cent to 3,448.55 points, after 32.4 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have the Singapore Exchange.That’s as the bourse’s total secur…
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How can one write that perfect tune? And can a song be given as a gift? What's it really take? Do we need to count how many lines there are in a verse for example? What if we don't have the best singing voice? What do we do then? Is it really as methodical as it seems or sounds, or must we inject our own authenticity and creativity also? Hongbin Je…
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On What's Trending, Nikocado Avocado, a YouTube star known for his mukbang style videos, has returned with a slimmer appearance and a 250lbs weight loss journey. He claimed it took him two years to lose the weight, from 411 pounds at his heaviest to 158 pounds today. Nikocado's main channel video, "Two Steps Ahead," received over 26 million views, …
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Line Fire grows to 17,000 acres; Power outages hit thousands of households during heatwave; We took self-driving Waymo cars for a test ride — The Sunday Edition
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The Line Fire in San Bernardino County has grown to more than 17,000 acres. About 50,000 LADWP customers have lost power throughout the current heatwave. And maybe you've seen the autonomous Waymo e-taxis around town, but what's it like calling one? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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Relief expected for heat wave on Tuesday; Legislators work on lowering gas prices; Shohei Ohtani could be the first-ever member of the 50-50 club — The Saturday Edition
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The National Weather Service says the end of our heatwave is in sight ... but you'll have to bear with it through Monday. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called a special session of the legislature to find a way to lower gas prices. And Shohei Ohtani is close to setting a first-ever MLB record. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…
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New warnings about fire danger as temps tick up, older Angelenos could get free AC, cool foods to beat the heat— The A.M. Edition
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It's the hottest day of the SoCal heatwave and some L.A. mountains are now under a red flag warning. Some older Angelenos looking for help to beat the heat can get free portable air conditioning units next week. Some dinner inspiration for this hot weather. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…
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Kim’s son, has launched a YouTube channel, but there’s some rules as to what he can and can’t upload. What are they? 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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Sports Minutes: Perry Ng on his dreams of representing Singapore, the timeline to attaining citizenship & playing for Cardiff City
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Fresh from his "familiarisation stint" with the Singapore Men's National football team, Perry Ng is in the Sports Minutes hot seat to tell us about his about his dreams of representing the Lions, the timeline to attaining Singapore citizenship and his thoughts on the detractors who are questioning his intentions. Got a story to tell? Get in touch w…
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Market View: One last look at expectations for US nonfarm payrolls; Seven & i turns down Alimentation Couche-Tard’s US$38.5B bid; Qualcomm reportedly exploring possibility of buying portions of Intel’s ...
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Singapore equities began the day in the negative territory, tracking global losses overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.1 per cent to 3,455.23 points after 55.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Nio, after the Chinese electric-vehicle maker narrowed its…
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Keen on a reinvention? What's it really take? What's the DNA required to take that leap of faith and shed your old skin, start afresh or even use your current skills to transform yourself for what's next? Paul Tan, Co-founder of Flojo, a productivity Drink, Gerald Ang, Coach and Mentor, and Samantha Ng, Senior Career Coach from General assembly pro…
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R.I.C.H: This entrepreneur built a coffee empire from the ground up
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Have you ever felt like you couldn’t get a perfect cup of coffee outside? That's how entrepreneur Ronnie Choo felt. He wasn’t impressed by what he saw in Singapore’s coffee scene, which prompted him to start his own coffee brand, Huggs Coffee. Almost two decades on, Huggs Coffee has expanded into one of Singapore’s largest homegrown specialty coffe…
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Culture Club: A new way of authenticating your pearls
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Maiko Makito, Co-owner and Managing Director of Pearl FALCO, is a pioneering leader merging traditional pearl craftsmanship with modern innovation. Under her direction, Pearl FALCO launched the first-ever digital certificate for an Akoya Pearl Necklace using blockchain technology, setting a new standard for authenticity and transparency in the luxu…
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What's Trending: Spain-gle and ready to mingle
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On What's Trending, Spain's Mercadona supermarkets are experiencing a TikTok Craze, where singles can find romance by placing a pineapple upside down in their trolley between 7pm and 8pm. Singles are encouraged to visit the wine aisle to find others with the same fruit in the same position, and if they like each other, they bump their trolleys agai…
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SoCal temps could break 120 degrees; Why some TV production is leaving LA; Video game strike over AI continues— The P.M. Edition
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A heatwave is already bringing dangerous temperatures, and it's going to get worse before it gets better. How the entertainment industry is faring with TV shows production out of LA. Libby Rainey explains why video game performers are out on strike. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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Heatwave peaks in the Southland, DTLA corridor to honor Biddy Mason, efforts to eliminate lead out of tap water in Watts— The A.M. Edition
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Extreme heat has triggered a fire weather watch for L.A .county mountains -- is your to go-bag ready in case of a wildfire? Former slave turned prominent L.A. landowner Biddy Mason gets her flowers. The latest efforts to get lead out of tap water in Watts. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…
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A company in Thailand is offering its employees Tinder Leave; which is when they can take time off to pursue their romantic interests. Love is in the air, but is this fair? Roshan Gidwani and Hongbin Jeong 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 p…
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Ever wondered if your workplace might be more toxic than you realise? When you’re working in a toxic workplace, there may be signs that you recognise - bullying, gossip, unsustainable workloads - to name a few. In fact, according to a survey, a toxic workplace culture was the number-three reason workers gave for wanting to quit. So, how can we iden…
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Market View: How should investors react to Intel’s chip-making process?
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Singapore equities began the day firmly in positive territory after global equities largely fell overnight. To end the day, STI closed up 0.5%. So how did the STI fare today ahead of the important non farm payroll tomorrow? Meanwhile, as scepticism over the artificial intelligence hype grows momentum, Broadcom's recent tests of Intel's 18A chipmaki…
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Culture Club: Is AI the future of movie-making? What about humans?
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AI has been taking the world by storm since ChatGPT was launched two years ago. Soon you may be able to watch a blockbuster entirely generated by artificial intelligence. AI CREATE is set to bring Singapore's first AI film showcase at the ArtScience Museum. Taking place on September 14 and 15, Creator RenAIssance will showcase 18 iconic short films…
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On What's Trending, students are using TikTok to showcase their decorated dorm rooms, a trend similar to Gossip Girl. They are hiring interior designers to create rooms with trendy decor, smart storage solutions, and unique personal touches. Also, Anna Sorokin, known for her infamous 2018 arrest for swindling over $200,000, is set to appear on Seas…
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OC ends contract with mental health non-profit; Huntington Beach leaders tell Supervisor Do to resign; Three LAUSD school board seats are on the ballot — The P.M. Edition
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Orange County cuts ties with a nonprofit after an audit shows they failed to properly supervise mental health staff. Huntington Beach City Council calls for Supervisor Do to resign. An overview of the LAUSD school board races. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: http…
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Dangerous heatwave for SoCal, Rancho Palos Verdes under emergency declaration, diving into LA District Attorney George Gascón— The A.M. Edition
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Get ready for excessive heat over the next few days as dangerous heatwave raises temps to the 100s. Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency yesterday in the city of Rancho Palos Verdes as hundreds of homes are without power. LAist's latest season of Imperfect Paradise dives into L.A. District Attorney George Gascón's reelection bid. Plus more…
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It’s similar to surge pricing when vendors raise prices based on demand… But is it fair? And what’s the recent kerfuffle all about? 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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Market View: Massive sell-off in tech stocks, Nvidia dow nearly US$280B in value; Movements in Asian chip stocks TSMC, SK Hynix, Samsung; SIA, Cathay Pacific Airways, Rolls Royce and Airbus A350s; CapitaLand ...
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Singapore shares started trading in negative territory today, tracking overnight losses in global markets. The Straits Times Index (STI) opened 1.7 per cent lower at 3,422.71 points after 50.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust. The trust w…
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Ever found yourself tongue-tied when it comes to discussing money with your partner, family, or friends? You’re not alone! In this episode of That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani tackle one of the trickiest aspects of financial life: having effective money conversations. Source: www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/62-of-americans-dont-talk-ab…
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Under the Radar: What are the key drivers of growth for ByteDance’s super app for enterprises Lark?
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Imagine a productivity super app for businesses to digitalise operations from HQ to storefront, streamline communications, and achieve operational efficiency – all in one place. That’s Lark for you. Initially developed by Chinese social media giant ByteDance in 2016 for internal use, Lark started as a platform that aims to combine business processe…
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R.I.C.H: Meet the CEO by day, Master Athlete by night
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Envision a leader who excels in both the high-stakes world of wealth management and the demanding course of a marathon, driven by a singular vision: to leave a lasting legacy. CEO by day, Master Athlete by night. This is no other than Martin Wong, Regional CEO of Grandtag. Martin directs Grandtag, a leading financial advisory firm serving the ultra…
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On What's Trending, OCBC bank has introduced the OCBC MyOwn Account, allowing children aged seven to 15 to have their own bank accounts digitally through the OCBC Digital app. The account, available from October 20th, requires parents to open it via their OCBC Digital app. Also, TikTok users are embracing the 'Fridgescaping' trend, which involves d…
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Culture Club: The world of vintage spirits & traditional Asian beverages
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Asian spirits have long held a revered status in their home countries, with rich cultural traditions and centuries-old craftsmanship shaping their identity. So dive into the world of vintage spirits and traditional Asian beverages at JIU Asia 2024, featuring more than 100 varieties of Asian-origin spirits. Explore the rich traditions and craftsmans…
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Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency in Rancho Palos Verdes; Huntington Beach considers asking OC Supervisor Andrew Do to resign; & LA to vote on changing approach to redistricting — The P.M. Edition ...
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Some 250 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes lack power due to land movement. First OC city to vote on whether to call for embattled supervisor to resign. Correspondent Frank Stoltze explains a measure to create an independent redistricting commission. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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More homes in RPV facing power shutoffs, LA is cracking down on copper thefts, Game of Thrones auction— The A.M. Edition
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Nearly 250 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes are now without power or will soon see power turned off. LA City council is cracking down on copper wire thieves in the Southland. Have you ever wanted to own a piece of Game of Thrones history? Soon you could. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen is serving up lacklustre meals. Usually, when it comes to food, most times we want the quality of what we eat to be high, must be presented well, taste amazing and be priced just right. What happens, when this isn’t so? Well, your customers will let you know. Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spil…
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That's How!: Kid savvy money hacks
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Should you be teaching your kids the value of money? How early should they start? Ever wondered how to introduce your kids to the world of money in a way that’s both fun and effective? On That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani tackle the ultimate question: How can you teach your children essential money hacks that will set them up for financ…
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Market View: Cathay Pacific cancels flights after discovering faulty component on A350s, CapitaLand Investment sells 50% interest in Ion Orchard to CICT; South Korea’s consumer inflation weakest in 3.5 ...
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Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today despite the European market ending little changed the previous day. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.2 per cent higher at 3,468.84 points after 32.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment.…
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R.I.C.H: How do you take $500 and turn it into $15 million?
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How do you take $500 and turn that into millions? Is that even possible? Entrepreneur Joshua Chan did just that, embarking on a journey that would eventually lead him to bootstrap a company to a $15 million dollar acquisition. Joshua is the man behind one of the most popular ergonomic chairs, Ergotune. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani s…
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Culture Club: The CEO forging the way for the Asian fashion industry
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In the past decade, sustainability has come into sharp focus for the fashion industry. Here in Singapore, the topic has come into much sharper focus over the last few years. As the new CEO of the Singapore Fashion Council, Zhang Ting-Ting is developing a refreshed vision for the Singapore fashion industry to be a vibrant Asian hub for responsible f…
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On What's Trending, schools in China are increasingly upgrading their desks and chairs to convert into nap beds, allowing students to have more comfortable sleep. In Huichang, the local government began equipping eight schools with 1,966 sets of recliner chairs and foldable desks which allows students to lie down straight during mid-day breaks, ins…
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Worsening landslide is shutting off power to homes in Rancho Palos Verdes; Some Avocado Heights residents are switching to induction stoves; Scenes from Wilmington's Labor Day Parade — The P.M. Edition ...
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Land movement in a part of Rancho Palos Verdes has now cut off power to hundreds of homes. As Southern California heads into another heatwave, we look at a cooler way to cook at home. Wilmington celebrates its 45th annual Labor Day parade. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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Power shutoff for 140 homes in RPV, better healthcare could keep kids in class, news world loses legend courts reporter Linda Deutsch — The A.M. Edition
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SoCal Edison shuts off power for residents in the Portugese Bend area of Rancho Palos Verdes. Better healthcare could help improve absenteeism at Southern California schools. Linda Deutsch, a veteran courts reporter for the AP, died Sunday. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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Yes! AI can clone our voices. Two voice-over performers found that their voices were cloned. How did this happen and what are the implications? 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 inform…
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Market View: US hotel workers launch strike over long weekend; Latest PCE Price Index; Nio’s earnings; Sats’ Worldwide Flight Services Holland proposes to acquire Menzies Wold Cargo (Amsterdam); OKX Singapore ...
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Singapore stocks kicked off the trading day on a bright note after global equities finished the trading week in positive territory. That’s ahead of a highly anticipated September interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.1 per cent to 3,446.66 points after 44.9 million securities changed hands…
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Under the Radar: From thermometer to medtech solutions – How is Japanese medical equipment maker Terumo Corporation executing its "From Devices to Solutions" innovation strategy?
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Today we’re going to talk about the journey a Japanese thermometer manufacturer took to transform itself into a medtech player and increasingly a medical solutions provider. Founded in 1921 to address a stoppage of thermometer imports to Japan amid World War I, our guest Terumo is now a global leader in medical equipment with a footprint in over 16…
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I can't afford this. I can't afford that. Will I be able to afford it in the future? Stressing about money? You're not alone. Whether your problems stem from a loss of work, escalating debt, unexpected expenses, or a combination of factors, we've all had some type of financial worry. But how do you mitigate those concerns? How do you cope with fina…
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R.I.C.H: A woman who rebooted her way to success
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Lai Yee is the CEO of Temus, bringing over 25 years of experience to the rapidly growing digital transformation firm backed by Temasek. Despite her social sciences background and lack of initial tech experience, Lai Yee climbed the ranks at Deloitte and IBM, building a remarkable career in tech and business consulting. After experiencing burnout, s…
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Culture Club: Reviving heritage through bilingual stories
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In Singapore's multicultural landscape, the decline in mother tongue usage is a growing concern, as noted by Education Minister Chan Chun Sing. Here comes Qrious Culture, supported by the Lee Kuan Yew Fund for Bilingualism, who addressed this by revitalizing bilingualism among the youth. The latest season features bilingual documentaries by storyte…
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