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CNA938 Rewind - Can Southeast Asia's conglomerates make a comeback?

Southeast Asia’s biggest conglomerates long been seen as pillars of the regional economy. But a new report from global consulting firm Bain and Company says that model is under serious pressure. Focused competitors are eating into their turf, and many of these giants are struggling to keep up. So is it time for Asia’s great conglomerates to reinvent themselves — and can they? Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with Amanda Chin, Partner, Bain & Company

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CNA938 Rewind - GE2025: final day of campaigning

It’s the final day of campaigning before Singaporeans head to the polls on Saturday, and candidates are making every hour count. Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin get the latest from our CNA reporters – Alif Amsyar, Nadirah Zaidi and Sabrina Ng. 

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CNA938 Rewind - Explore the majesty of Jordan’s Petra with the Travel Intern’s Hendric Tay

In Destination Anywhere, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Hendric Tay, co-founder of The Travel Intern, a Singapore-based community that shares travel adventures. Tay will talk about a most memorable holiday in the Kingdom of Jordan: exploring Petra, one of the world's most famous archaeological sites; the Wadi Rum desert known for its stunning red sandstone landscapes; and enjoying Dead Sea therapeutic treatments.

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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - Breathe Right, Sleep Well, Live Longer 

1 in 3 Singaporeans suffers from moderate to severe sleep apnea, which can lead to chronic fatigue, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Yue Weng Cheu, Founder and Clinical Director of DP Dental, who shares how ‘sleep dentistry’ could be the new frontier of preventive health for sleep issues.

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CNA938 Rewind - Eat, Drink, Singapore - Better-for-you bakes at Guilt Free Food 

From a humble home space to a professional kitchen, Guilt Free Food is a local home-based bakery specialising in cinnamon rolls, and has set up its first physical takeaway space at Telok Kurau. Cheryl Goh speaks with Joyce Chung, founder of Guilt Free Food to share more about her "better-for-you" bakes that caters to a wide range of dietary needs and preferences. 

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CNA938 Rewind - Mind Your Money - More than just a shelf space at With Love

Pop-ups are a key strategy for small independent brands to have a temporary space to call home. With Love is a pop-up that hopes to build a community for brands to engage their customers and owners. Cheryl Goh speaks with Mary Knickrehm Kumar, founder of With Love, a community-retail space in Keong Saik Road. 

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