The use of sensitive government information by public officers came under scrutiny in Parliament following a review of 191 property transactions involving civil servants and future MRT stations.

Eight officers have since been referred to the police for further examination, after the government identified circumstances that warranted closer scrutiny.

But what do the findings tell us about the transactions that were flagged, and how effective are the safeguards designed to prevent the misuse of sensitive information?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Walter Theseira, Associate Professor of Economics at Singapore University of Social Sciences, to find out more. 

The use of sensitive government information by public officers came under scrutiny in Parliament following a review of 191 property transactions involving civil servants and future MRT stations.
Eight officers have since been referred to the police for further examination, after the government identified circumstances that warranted closer scrutiny.
But what do the findings tell us about the transactions that were flagged, and how effective are the safeguards designed to prevent the misuse of sensitive information?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Walter Theseira, Associate Professor of Economics at Singapore University of Social Sciences, to find out more.&nbsp;

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

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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&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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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion.

The Big Story: 8 public officers referred to police after 191 property transactions reviewed. What do we know so far?

When you think of Gen Z, marine conservation probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But a growing group of young Singaporeans is heading underwater and into the waters around Singapore, to learn about the fish and marine life living alongside us.

From fishing at Bedok Jetty to documenting hundreds of fish species, these university students are turning a hobby into a way to contribute to marine conservation. So what’s drawing young Singaporeans to our waters, and could this generation be finding new ways to get involved in conservation?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Andriel Cheong, Founder of the Ichthyological Society of Singapore, about Gen Z, marine life and why Singapore’s underwater world may be closer to home than we think.

When you think of Gen Z, marine conservation probably isn&rsquo;t the first thing that comes to mind. But a growing group of young Singaporeans is heading underwater and into the waters around Singapore, to learn about the fish and marine life living alongside us.
From fishing at Bedok Jetty to documenting hundreds of fish species, these university students are turning a hobby into a way to contribute to marine conservation. So what&rsquo;s drawing young Singaporeans to our waters, and could this generation be finding new ways to get involved in conservation?
On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Andriel Cheong, Founder of the Ichthyological Society of Singapore, about Gen Z, marine life and why Singapore&rsquo;s underwater world may be closer to home than we think.

The Agenda: What’s got Gen Z hooked on Singapore’s fish?

Smart glasses can look just like ordinary spectacles, but some come with cameras, microphones and AI, raising a new question: how do you know if you’re being recorded?

Norway is considering temporary restrictions on AI glasses in places such as shopping centres, schools, gyms and public events over concerns about people being filmed or recorded without their knowledge.

On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada discuss whether similar rules could make sense in Singapore, and how much privacy we should expect when we’re out in public.

Smart glasses can look just like ordinary spectacles, but some come with cameras, microphones and AI, raising a new question: how do you know if you&rsquo;re being recorded?
Norway is considering temporary restrictions on AI glasses in places such as shopping centres, schools, gyms and public events over concerns about people being filmed or recorded without their knowledge.
On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Alexandra Parada discuss whether similar rules could make sense in Singapore, and how much privacy we should expect when we&rsquo;re out in public.

What's Trending: Are AI glasses changing what privacy means in public?  

The North-South Corridor has been pushed back by two years, with the full project now expected to be completed in 2029. But there could be some relief for residents and businesses along the route much sooner.

Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said the major structural works causing the most noise and dust are expected to be completed by the end of 2027, with roads, footpaths and other affected spaces starting to be reinstated from 2028.

So will bringing forward the most disruptive works actually make a noticeable difference to daily life?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr David Ng, Vice President, Professional Engagement, Institution of Engineers Singapore, to look at what residents and businesses along the corridor can expect over the next two years and whether the relief will come soon enough.

The North-South Corridor has been pushed back by two years, with the full project now expected to be completed in 2029. But there could be some relief for residents and businesses along the route much sooner.
Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said the major structural works causing the most noise and dust are expected to be completed by the end of 2027, with roads, footpaths and other affected spaces starting to be reinstated from 2028.
So will bringing forward the most disruptive works actually make a noticeable difference to daily life?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr David Ng, Vice President, Professional Engagement, Institution of Engineers Singapore,&nbsp;to look at what residents and businesses along the corridor can expect over the next two years and whether the relief will come soon enough.

The Big Story: 8 public officers referred to police after 191 property transactions reviewed. What do we know so far?

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