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CNA938 Rewind - WISH Upon a Parade: Inside Chingay 2026

CNA938 Rewind

In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with three creative forces behind Chingay 2026, themed “WISH”. Dr Ghanavenothan Retnam will talk about making his Chingay debut and reimagining the beloved folk song “Chan Mali Chan” through the lens of Carnatic flute, sharing what it means to present Indian classical music on such a large-scale platform. Fashion designer Nur Aqilah Binte Arman will describe bringing the character Diya to life, revealing the symbolism and striking design elements behind a costume that represents light triumphing over darkness. Veteran emcee Winston Wei will also explain how he energises Sector C, balances script with spontaneity, and helps connect audiences to the spectacle unfolding across Chingay’s new circular parade route and multi-tier stage.

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CNA938 Rewind - New Singapore work pass to draw top talent in AI, emerging technologies

Singapore will introduce a new visa track in January 2027 to attract top talent in artificial intelligence and technology under the Overseas Networks and Expertise (ONE) Pass. The ONE Pass (AI and Tech) track will replace the existing Tech. Pass and offer more attractive terms. What gaps is the new scheme looking to address and how could it disrupt hiring here? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out from Han Lee, Director, Lico Resources

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CNA938 Rewind - Stock take today: Oil price shock, inflation and rate outlook

On the daily markets analysis on Open For Business, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Billy Toh, Regional Head of Retail Research, CGS International Securities 

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CNA938 Rewind - The Deliveroo exit: Consolidation, competition and the future of food delivery in Singapore

Deliveroo’s exit from Singapore marks the end of an 11-year chapter in the country’s food delivery story. With Grab and Foodpanda remaining, is Singapore’s food delivery space now effectively a duopoly? And what does that mean for pricing, innovation and market power? Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman unpack the implications for competition, consolidation and the future of delivery platforms in Singapore with Li Jianggan, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Momentum Works   

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CNA938 Rewind - A Letter to Myself: Irene Ang on being "useful rather than impressive", choosing the long game, and more

Irene Ang is one of Singapore's best-known entertainers and a seasoned entrepreneur. The founder of FLY Entertainment talent management agency shares how a particular quote helped her rise above her troubled childhood to find success, what her achievements have taught her about lasting value, and how her sense of humour is both her float and her armour.

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CNA938 Rewind - Bali High - Exploring Pegubugan Village in the East Coast of Bali

In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Gabriella Yan, founder of travel platform TRAppe. Yan will describe what it’s like living in Pegubugan Village, located on the east coast of Bali, and how tourists need permission to visit. Yan will describe how different an experience it is living with the locals at Pegubugan Village, compared to a typical Balinese vacation. She’ll also talk about the soul-enriching activities and natural wonders that await visitors to the village.

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