Melania Trump’s memoir is dropping soon, but today’s tea isn’t about that.

When CNN reached out for an exclusive interview ahead of the book’s release, they received a surprising response: a request to sign an NDA and pay $250,000 for the interview.

Melania’s team later claimed it was all a mistake—but was it really? Or could this have ties to similar high-priced speaking fees she’s received in the past?

Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.

Melania Trump’s memoir is dropping soon, but today’s tea isn’t about that.
When CNN reached out for an exclusive interview ahead of the book’s release, they received a surprising response: a request to sign an NDA and pay $250,000 for the interview.
Melania’s team later claimed it was all a mistake—but was it really? Or could this have ties to similar high-priced speaking fees she’s received in the past?
Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.

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Spill The Tea: Did Melania Trump really make a mistake?

Ever thought about starting your own coffee shop? But, what exactly does it take to run a successful coffeehouse here in Singapore?

While some owners set out to simply serve good coffee, others choose to take their coffee further afield and scale their business to create a chain.

Puzzle Coffee, a Melbourne-born specialty coffeehouse has gained such a strong following here in Singapore that they’ve opened a second outlet.

The man behind the brand? Harry Apostolides, Co-Founder of Puzzle Coffee Singapore.

On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Harry to find out why understanding your product makes you a better entrepreneur. 

Ever thought about starting your own coffee shop? But, what exactly does it take to run a successful coffeehouse here in Singapore?
While some owners set out to simply serve good coffee, others choose to take their coffee further afield and scale their business to create a chain.
<a href="https://www.puzzle.coffee/">Puzzle Coffee</a>, a Melbourne-born specialty coffeehouse has gained such a strong following here in Singapore that they’ve opened a second outlet.
The man behind the brand? Harry Apostolides, Co-Founder of Puzzle Coffee Singapore.
On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Harry to find out why understanding your product makes you a better entrepreneur.

R.I.C.H: The hospitality veteran who continues to brew success with Puzzle Coffee

Singapore stocks dropped at the opening bell today, after geopolitical tensions in the Middle East left Wall Street and European markets in a sea of red. But it recouped its losses to end the day 0.3 per cent higher. So what’s been driving the STI this week? 

Meanwhile, fears about the Middle East crisis are growing with investors awaiting Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack. But are reactions in the oil market subdued? If our oil supplies are disrupted - how high could oil prices go? 

Additionally, on the equities front, Chinese stocks in Hong Kong are back to rallying after a one-day dip, with investors pinning hopes that data on the nation’s holiday spending will provide more impetus for the market. Are consumer stocks leading the rally here? Will Mainland Chinese stocks follow suit after markets reopen next week?

On Market View, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sunny Soh Lead Technical Analyst (Capital Markets & Investor Education), SIAS, to find out more about the latest market movements. 

Singapore stocks dropped at the opening bell today, after geopolitical tensions in the Middle East left Wall Street and European markets in a sea of red. But it recouped its losses to end the day 0.3 per cent higher. So what’s been driving the STI this week? 
Meanwhile, fears about the Middle East crisis are growing with investors awaiting Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack. But are reactions in the oil market subdued? If our oil supplies are disrupted - how high could oil prices go? 
Additionally, on the equities front, Chinese stocks in Hong Kong are back to rallying after a one-day dip, with investors pinning hopes that data on the nation’s holiday spending will provide more impetus for the market. Are consumer stocks leading the rally here? Will Mainland Chinese stocks follow suit after markets reopen next week?
On Market View, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Sunny Soh Lead Technical Analyst (Capital Markets &amp; Investor Education), SIAS, to find out more about the latest market movements.

Market View: Will China’s biggest stock rally in 16 years turn to bust?

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From the royal treasury to a legendary house of fine jewellery, Yash Agarwal is the third generation of jewellers behind the iconic jewellery brand in India, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas.

The story of the brand begins in the 1890s with his great-great-grandfather, Birdhichand Agarwal, who had a keen eye to spot the rarest of gems. He was commissioned by Maharaja Madho Singh II of Jaipur as the treasurer of his prized possessions.

Fast forward to today, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas is bringing their incredibly intricate craftsmanship to Singapore’s shores. This exclusive event will see over 300 exquisite pieces.

On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Yash Agarwal, Creative Director of Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas to find out more. 

From the royal treasury to a legendary house of fine jewellery, Yash Agarwal is the third generation of jewellers behind the iconic jewellery brand in India, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas.
The story of the brand begins in the 1890s with his great-great-grandfather, Birdhichand Agarwal, who had a keen eye to spot the rarest of gems. He was commissioned by Maharaja Madho Singh II of Jaipur as the treasurer of his prized possessions.
Fast forward to today, Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas is bringing their incredibly intricate craftsmanship to Singapore’s shores. This exclusive event will see over 300 exquisite pieces.
On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Yash Agarwal, Creative Director of Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas to find out more.

Spill The Tea: Did Melania Trump really make a mistake?

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