China is experiencing a surge in infections of a respiratory virus, leading to public concerns about an outbreak.

The virus, identified as human metapneumovirus or HMPV, has seen cases spiking across northern Chinese provinces this winter, particularly among children.

India, Malaysia and Kazakhstan are also among other countries that have also reported cases of this virus. How does HMPV compare to COVID-19 and how can we protect ourselves?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Professor Dale Fisher, Director, Centre for Infectious Disease Emergency Response at NUS to find out. 

 

China is experiencing a surge in infections of a respiratory virus, leading to public concerns about an outbreak.
The virus, identified as human metapneumovirus or HMPV, has seen cases spiking across northern Chinese provinces this winter, particularly among children.
India, Malaysia and Kazakhstan are also among other countries that have also reported cases of this virus.&nbsp;How does HMPV compare to COVID-19 and how can we protect ourselves?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Professor Dale Fisher, Director, Centre for Infectious Disease Emergency Response at NUS to find out.&nbsp;
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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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The Big Story: HMPV cases are rising across Asia. Should you be worried?

The United States has once again pressed pause on the conflict.

Just as the ceasefire with Iran was approaching its expiry, US President Donald Trump moved to extend it indefinitely at the last minute.

But with no confirmed agreement from Tehran and continued US military pressure, uncertainty remains over whether this signals a genuine shift toward de-escalation, or a temporary holding pattern in an ongoing confrontation.

So is this extension a meaningful turning point in US-Iran relations? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Associate Professor Jessica Genauer, Academic Director of the Public Policy Institute at the University of New South Wales, to find out more.

The United States has once again pressed pause on the conflict.
Just as the ceasefire with Iran was approaching its expiry, US President Donald Trump moved to extend it indefinitely at the last minute.
But with no confirmed agreement from Tehran and continued US military pressure, uncertainty remains over whether this signals a genuine shift toward de-escalation, or a temporary holding pattern in an ongoing confrontation.
So is this extension a meaningful turning point in US-Iran relations? On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Associate Professor Jessica Genauer, Academic Director of the Public Policy Institute at the University of New South Wales, to find out more.

The Big Story: Peace… or pause? US extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely with no deal in sight

Singapore’s private housing market is hitting new highs, but the buyers driving this surge might surprise you. 

Demand remains resilient, fuelled in part by a growing group known as DINKs—dual-income couples with no kids—who have both the financial flexibility and appetite to upgrade.

According to a recent survey by PropertyGuru, many of these higher-income households are planning to enter the market within the next 12 to 18 months.

So what does this mean for the future of Singapore’s property market? Are DINKs becoming the new backbone of demand? And if so, how sustainable is this trend?

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, mogul.sg, to find out more.

Singapore&rsquo;s private housing market is hitting new highs, but the buyers driving this surge might surprise you.&nbsp;
Demand remains resilient, fuelled in part by a growing group known as DINKs&mdash;dual-income couples with no kids&mdash;who have both the financial flexibility and appetite to upgrade.
According to a recent survey by PropertyGuru, many of these higher-income households are planning to enter the market within the next 12 to 18 months.
So what does this mean for the future of Singapore&rsquo;s property market? Are DINKs becoming the new backbone of demand? And if so, how sustainable is this trend?
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, <a href="http://mogul.sg">mogul.sg</a>, to find out more.

Wealth Tracker: Why more dual-income, no-kids households are turning to private property

What if you got paid to look for love… and paid to stay home when it rains? On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into Japan’s Kochi Prefecture, where local authorities are stepping in to tackle a shrinking population in an unexpected way by subsidizing dating apps. 

Over in China, a snack company in Hunan province has gone viral for something just as unusual, 'rainy day leave'. Through a company lottery, employees won perks ranging from umbrellas and appliances to commuting subsidies… and even seven days of fully paid leave that can be used whenever it rains. 

 

What if you got paid to look for love&hellip; and paid to stay home when it rains? On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into Japan&rsquo;s Kochi Prefecture, where local authorities are stepping in to tackle a shrinking population in an unexpected way by subsidizing dating apps.&nbsp;
Over in China, a snack company in Hunan province has gone viral for something just as unusual, 'rainy day leave'. Through a company lottery, employees won perks ranging from umbrellas and appliances to commuting subsidies&hellip; and even seven days of fully paid leave that can be used whenever it rains.&nbsp;
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The Big Story: HMPV cases are rising across Asia. Should you be worried?

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