Taiwan has confirmed that it will end its mandatory Covid-19 quarantine for travellers from Oct 13, in its latest step to reopen to tourists.

In The Straits Times’ The Big Story, Multimedia Correspondent Cheow Sue-Ann speaks with ST correspondent Yip Wai Yee about this development. She also recommends interesting new places travellers to the island can visit.

Taiwan has confirmed that it will end its mandatory Covid-19 quarantine for travellers from Oct 13, in its latest step to reopen to tourists. In The Straits Times’ The Big Story, Multimedia Correspondent Cheow Sue-Ann speaks with ST correspondent Yip Wai Yee about this development. She also recommends interesting new places travellers to the island can visit.

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The Evening Runway with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

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ST: The Big Story, 29 Sep - Taiwan ready to welcome tourists again as it confirms end of quarantine for visitors

Donald Trump‘s three-hour interview with America’s number one podcaster, Joe Rogan, has been released. There, Trump reveals everything from the “biggest mistake” of his White House tenure, what he told North Korea’s leader and whether extraterrestrial life exists. Hongbin Jeong spills the tea. 

Donald Trump‘s three-hour interview with America’s number one podcaster, Joe Rogan, has been released. There, Trump reveals everything from the “biggest mistake” of his White House tenure, what he told North Korea’s leader and whether extraterrestrial life exists. Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.

Spill the Tea: What was Trump’s biggest mistake during his presidency?

In 2024, we've finally entered the peak era of the 'ugly' shoe. Think Uggs and Crocs. The resurgence of ugly shoes, especially comfortable ones, has become a full-blown trend, with many brands embracing this aesthetic over the years. High fashion has not been immune to this coveted accessory, either.

But what exactly makes an 'ugly' shoe and why are there collectors who are willing to spend their money on them? 

On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Meryvn Lee, Communications Director at Mad Hat Asia and sneaker collector to find out. 

In 2024, we've finally entered the peak era of the 'ugly' shoe. Think Uggs and Crocs. The resurgence of ugly shoes, especially comfortable ones, has become a full-blown trend, with many brands embracing this aesthetic over the years. High fashion has not been immune to this coveted accessory, either.
But what exactly makes an 'ugly' shoe and why are there collectors who are willing to spend their money on them? 
On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Meryvn Lee, Communications Director at Mad Hat Asia and sneaker collector to find out.

R.I.C.H: Is the 'Ugly Shoe' trend worth the hype?

Singapore shares began trading in positive territory today as overseas markets clocked mixed results over the weekend. 

In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.1 per cent at 3,596.26 points after 48.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.

In terms of companies to watch, we have UOL and Singapore Land after the companies said on Saturday that the property developers signed an option to acquire the 99-year leasehold Thomson View Condominium for S$810 million in a collective sale. 

Elsewhere, from Singapore’s inflation outlook for 2025, to iFast’s shares hitting an eight-month high, more local headlines remain in focus. 

Further away, all about US earnings to watch with a number of Magnificent Seven players reporting.

On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

Singapore shares began trading in positive territory today as overseas markets clocked mixed results over the weekend. 
In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.1 per cent at 3,596.26 points after 48.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market.
In terms of companies to watch, we have UOL and Singapore Land after the companies said on Saturday that the property developers signed an option to acquire the 99-year leasehold Thomson View Condominium for S$810 million in a collective sale. 
Elsewhere, from Singapore’s inflation outlook for 2025, to iFast’s shares hitting an eight-month high, more local headlines remain in focus. 
Further away, all about US earnings to watch with a number of Magnificent Seven players reporting.
On Market View, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor.

Market View: US earnings lookahead – Magnificent Seven, McDonalds and more; US Presidential elections; UOL, SingLand on Thomson View’s en bloc sale; iFast shares hit eight-month high; Singapore’s inflation outlook; Boeing, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT and more

ST: The Big Story, 29 Sep - Taiwan ready to welcome tourists again as it confirms end of quarantine for visitors

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