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CNA938 Rewind - Mind Your Money - Inside Singapore’s Furniture Roadmap

CNA938 Rewind

As global trade routes shift and logistics costs soar, Singapore’s furniture makers are facing a world in flux. But in the midst of these challenges, a new wave of design thinking is taking shape, as craftsmanship meets AI, and sustainability defines the new standard of luxury. Hui Wong speaks to Joshua Koh, President, Singapore Furniture Industries Council, CEO of Commune Lifestyle and Soh Jun Wei, Operations Director at Redwood Interior — two industry leaders shaping the future of design, craftsmanship, and innovation.

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CNA938 Rewind - Tabitha Nauser - from Singapore Idol Finalist to Working Mum

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Singaporean singer Tabitha Nauser, who just released "In Her Eyes" , her first single in over 4 years.  Nauser will talk about the issues raised in the single which include her motherhood journey so far. Nauser will also talk about being part of the lineup for the 2026 New Years countdown party alongside artists like K-pop group Super Junior, Iman Fandi and more. Discover more Singaporean music and musicians at Hear65.com, an initiative by the National Arts Council produced by independent music media company Bandwagon.

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CNA938 Rewind - Where Sparkle Meets Storytelling – the Poh Heng Jewellery Tale

In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro discovers the milestones achieved by Poh Heng Jewellery, the renowned Singaporean jeweller known for its high-quality gold craftsmanship and timeless, elegant designs. Celebrating 77 years of doing business as Singapore celebrates SG60, its 60th year of independence, Group CEO Eugene Goh will highlight the brand’s earlier post-war days and how it continues to innovate while staying true to its roots. Goh will also talk about what’s trending with local jewellery customers and will then introduce V.O.W by Poh Heng, a new collection of wedding jewellery.

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CNA938 Rewind - Boutiques SG: The Gifting Edition - meet the creative folk behind Maverick Made & Eden Living

In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie Oliveiro finds out where shoppers can go to get locally made products for themselves or as Christmas gifts as the season for giving approaches. They can pop down to Boutiques SG: The Gifting Edition, a curated shopping event showcasing independent local and regional brands in fashion, home, and lifestyle – its next edition happening from 21 - 23 November 2025. Leather artisan and educator Shaun-Joel Liew of Maverick Made will talk about his ethically sourced leather products and Cassandra Teo of Eden Living will talk about her lifestyle brand/design studio’s collaborative projects with Korean creatives to curate home decor pieces like rest lamps.

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CNA938 Rewind - Mind Your Money - Milky business: EU’s dairy break into Singapore’s market

Ireland launches a 4.7million dollars EU-backed dairy campaign in Singapore. What’s the significance of this programme for different business sectors in Singapore? Hui Wong speaks to Lisa Phelan, spokesperson at Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board to find out more.

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CNA938 Rewind - Cities under pressure: How smart urban design is reshaping how we move

Jakarta, Indonesia is taking bold steps to untangle its notorious traffic jams through smarter urban design and sustainable transport planning. From expanding its LRT network to implementing budget-friendly mobility strategies, the city is reimagining how people move. Hairianto Diman looks at what goes into urban planning, especially to reduce congestion with Edward Ti, Assoc. Prof of Law, SMU, Urban Fellow, SMU Urban Institute

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