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CNA938 Rewind - From the Pyramids to Koshary: Gwen Ho on Experiencing Egypt the Scott Dunn Way

CNA938 Rewind

In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie Oliveiro discovers what it’s like holidaying in Egypt. Gwen Ho, team lead and Africa specialist at luxury travel tour operator Scott Dunn Singapore, will reveal the best season to visit Egypt and what’s useful to pack when exploring the ancient pyramids and tombs. Ho will describe her time visiting iconic landmarks — such as the Pyramids of Giza — and which touristy sites she’d advise skipping. She’ll also talk about koshary, Egypt’s beloved carb-loaded national dish, and why Naguib Mahfouz Café is her go-to dining spot.

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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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CNA938 Rewind - From power to peril: How Sheikh Hasina’s conviction could transform Bangladesh’s political climate

A Bangladesh court has convicted ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of crimes against humanity and sentenced her to death in absentia. The charges stem from her role in ordering a brutal crackdown on a student-led uprising in 2024, which the UN says may have killed as many as 1,400 people. How will this development shape the nation’s political climate moving forward? Hairianto Diman finds out with Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst, Solaris

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