After days of lying-in-state, the body of the late Queen Elizabeth II has started its final journey on Monday, as part of a grand state funeral.

Life will come to a standstill for millions as the UK says goodbye to the Queen.

It will be a day of emotion, pomp and ceremony, the likes of which has not been seen since the last state funeral, of Winston Churchill, almost 60 years ago. 

Buckingham Palace has said the Queen made personal additions to the plans.

In the Spotlight on Prime Time, Bharati Jagdish speaks with Rich Preston, Senior World News Reporter / Presenter, at the BBC in London, for a breakdown of the day's events. 

After days of lying-in-state, the body of the late Queen Elizabeth II has started its final journey on Monday, as part of a grand state funeral.
Life will come to a standstill for millions as the UK says goodbye to the Queen.
It will be a day of emotion, pomp and ceremony, the likes of which has not been seen since the last state funeral, of Winston Churchill, almost 60 years ago. 
Buckingham Palace has said the Queen made personal additions to the plans.
In the Spotlight on Prime Time, Bharati Jagdish speaks with Rich Preston, Senior World News Reporter / Presenter, at the BBC in London, for a breakdown of the day's events.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

Money Matters is your guide to navigating the day's most important topics, from politics and current affairs to wealth management and trending issues. Every evening, the team delivers insightful discussions on business news, market movements, and the latest in alternative assets. Whether navigating the political landscape, understanding the economy, or uncovering emerging investment opportunities, Money Matters keeps you informed and ahead of the curve. Tune in daily to Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian from 4 pm to 7 pm on MONEY FM 89.3.

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MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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In the Spotlight: The world bids its final farewell to the Queen

Singapore is introducing a three-month, 13% fare revenue support scheme to stabilise school bus and care transport operators amid rising fuel costs driven by geopolitical tensions.

While the move is expected to keep fares stable in the near term, questions remain over whether such short-term subsidies address underlying cost pressures or merely delay inevitable adjustments.

On The Big Story, Debbie Yong speaks to Terence Fan, Assistant Professor of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship at the Singapore Management University, to examine whether this policy offers meaningful relief or simply defers deeper structural challenges within the sector.

Singapore is introducing a three-month, 13% fare revenue support scheme to stabilise school bus and care transport operators amid rising fuel costs driven by geopolitical tensions.
While the move is expected to keep fares stable in the near term, questions remain over whether such short-term subsidies address underlying cost pressures or merely delay inevitable adjustments.
On The Big Story, Debbie Yong speaks to&nbsp;Terence Fan, Assistant Professor of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship at the Singapore Management University, to examine whether this policy offers meaningful relief or simply defers deeper structural challenges within the sector.

The Big Story: Is Singapore’s 13% fare subsidy enough to stabilize school and care transport services?

HNWIs in Singapore are increasingly questioning whether their wealth is sufficient to sustain retirement in a high-cost environment.

Rising living expenses, longer lifespans, and market volatility are reshaping how portfolios need to be constructed, shifting the focus from accumulation to income generation, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

On The Wealth Tracker, Debbie Yong speaks with Lionel Lee, Money Expert at The Better Foundation, on how HNWIs can reposition their investment strategies to generate sustainable retirement income, manage downside risks, and preserve wealth across generations.

HNWIs in Singapore are increasingly questioning whether their wealth is sufficient to sustain retirement in a high-cost environment.
Rising living expenses, longer lifespans, and market volatility are reshaping how portfolios need to be constructed, shifting the focus from accumulation to income generation, resilience, and long-term sustainability.
On The Wealth Tracker, Debbie Yong speaks with&nbsp;Lionel Lee, Money Expert at The Better Foundation, on how HNWIs can reposition their investment strategies to generate sustainable retirement income, manage downside risks, and preserve wealth across generations.

Wealth Tracker: How should HNWIs invest to sustain retirement in a high-cost environment?

Have you ever had a dream so real, it actually came true?

Well, a NASA astronaut’s old tweet about orbiting the Moon has gone viral, and years after he actually made that journey. Also, Singapore is getting its first-ever cake rave, where DJs, desserts, and dance floors collide.

On What’s Trending, Debbie Yong and Alexandra Parada unpack dreams coming true and cake-fuelled raves.

Have you ever had a dream so real, it actually came true?
Well, a NASA astronaut&rsquo;s old tweet about orbiting the Moon has gone viral, and years after he actually made that journey. Also, Singapore is getting its first-ever cake rave, where DJs, desserts, and dance floors collide.
On What&rsquo;s Trending, Debbie Yong and Alexandra Parada unpack dreams coming true and cake-fuelled raves.

In the Spotlight: The world bids its final farewell to the Queen

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