Singapore’s nightlife could be getting a permanent boost, with businesses at Boat Quay and Clarke Quay now allowed to extend liquor trading hours until 4am on Thursdays and Fridays.

The move follows a year-long pilot launched in August 2025 to revitalise the precincts and attract more businesses and visitors.

So what did the pilot reveal about Singapore’s appetite for late-night entertainment? And can extending liquor trading hours actually give the city’s nightlife the boost it needs?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Kevin Cheong, Lecturer in Business at the University of Newcastle Australia, to find out more. 

Singapore&rsquo;s nightlife could be getting a permanent boost, with businesses at Boat Quay and Clarke Quay now allowed to extend liquor trading hours until 4am on Thursdays and Fridays.
The move follows a year-long pilot launched in August 2025 to revitalise the precincts and attract more businesses and visitors.
So what did the pilot reveal about Singapore&rsquo;s appetite for late-night entertainment? And can extending liquor trading hours actually give the city&rsquo;s nightlife the boost it needs?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Kevin Cheong, Lecturer in Business at the University of Newcastle Australia, 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.

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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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The Big Story:Is Singapore’s nightlife finally making a comeback? Looser rules are here to stay

What happens when you grow up disconnected from a part of your own heritage? One listener, from a mixed Chinese-Malay family, was raised closer to his mum’s side after a falling-out left him estranged from his Chinese relatives. But now, he wants to reconnect with his Chinese roots, learn the language and traditions, and meet relatives he’s been estranged from.

The problem? His dad doesn’t want him reopening old wounds. So, should he respect his dad’s wishes — or follow his own path to discover where he comes from?

On Your Agenda, Hongbin Jeong is joined by Content Creator Samuel Foo as they both discuss and unpack this story.

What happens when you grow up disconnected from a part of your own heritage? One listener, from a mixed Chinese-Malay family, was raised closer to his mum&rsquo;s side after a falling-out left him estranged from his Chinese relatives. But now, he wants to reconnect with his Chinese roots, learn the language and traditions, and meet relatives he&rsquo;s been estranged from.
The problem? His dad doesn&rsquo;t want him reopening old wounds. So, should he respect his dad&rsquo;s wishes &mdash; or follow his own path to discover where he comes from?
On Your Agenda, Hongbin Jeong is joined by Content Creator Samuel Foo as they both discuss and unpack this story.

Your Agenda: Can a complicated family history stop you from learning about your heritage?

Young Singaporeans today use English for almost everything — from school and work to social media and everyday conversations. But as English becomes increasingly dominant, are we slowly losing touch with our mother tongues?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Samuel Foo, Content Creator to find out why our mother tongue still matters, and whether being fluent is really necessary to stay connected to our roots.

Young Singaporeans today use English for almost everything &mdash; from school and work to social media and everyday conversations. But as English becomes increasingly dominant, are we slowly losing touch with our mother tongues?
On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Samuel Foo, Content Creator to find out why our mother tongue still matters, and whether being fluent is really necessary to stay connected to our roots.

The Agenda: Can you speak your mother tongue language? Here's why more younger Singaporeans need to embrace it

Livestream shopping has gone from a niche online trend to a major way of selling everything from beauty products and fashion to crystals and collectibles. But as influencers and content creators increasingly turn their audiences into customers, are some livestreamers getting a little too comfortable with the people buying from them?

On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Nazirul Asrar dives into a recent livestream controversy in Singapore which have sparked debate over angry outbursts, vulgarities and sellers publicly calling out customers.

Livestream shopping has gone from a niche online trend to a major way of selling everything from beauty products and fashion to crystals and collectibles. But as influencers and content creators increasingly turn their audiences into customers, are some livestreamers getting a little too comfortable with the people buying from them?
On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Nazirul Asrar dives into a recent livestream controversy in Singapore which have sparked debate over angry outbursts, vulgarities and sellers publicly calling out customers.

The Big Story:Is Singapore’s nightlife finally making a comeback? Looser rules are here to stay

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