Would you spend thousands on a candle that claims it can change your destiny or shove someone out of the way in the middle of Shibuya Crossing just to get through a crowd?

On today’s episode of What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada look at the Chinese influencer who earned over 50 million yuan selling luxury “wish candles” that promised love, luck, and career success before she was arrested for fraud. Also, they discussed the viral video out of Tokyo showing a little girl being shoved to the ground by a passer-by while taking a photo at the world-famous crossing, sparking outrage and renewed discussion about deliberate bumping in crowded spaces.

Would you spend thousands on a candle that claims it can change your destiny or shove someone out of the way in the middle of Shibuya Crossing just to get through a crowd?
On today&rsquo;s episode of What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Alexandra Parada look at the Chinese influencer who earned over 50 million yuan selling luxury &ldquo;wish candles&rdquo; that promised love, luck, and career success before she was arrested for fraud. Also, they discussed the viral video out of Tokyo showing a little girl being shoved to the ground by a passer-by while taking a photo at the world-famous crossing, sparking outrage and renewed discussion about deliberate bumping in crowded spaces.

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.

Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’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&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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Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian (4pm - 7pm)

What’s Trending: A candle that brings back your ex..... and a kid got shoved at Shibuya?

Iran’s confrontation with Israel and the United States has escalated into one of the most dangerous crises the Middle East has seen in decades.

A joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign aimed at crippling Tehran’s leadership has triggered retaliatory strikes across the region from missile barrages on Israeli cities to attacks on Gulf states.

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr Leon Goldsmith, Honorary Senior Lecturer in Middle East Politics at the University of Otago, to examine how this conflict reached this point, what the death of Iran’s supreme leader means for Tehran’s next moves, and whether diplomacy is still possible.

Iran&rsquo;s confrontation with Israel and the United States has escalated into one of the most dangerous crises the Middle East has seen in decades.
A joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign aimed at crippling Tehran&rsquo;s leadership has triggered retaliatory strikes across the region from missile barrages on Israeli cities to attacks on Gulf states.
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Dr Leon Goldsmith, Honorary Senior Lecturer in Middle East Politics at the University of Otago, to examine how this conflict reached this point, what the death of Iran&rsquo;s supreme leader means for Tehran&rsquo;s next moves, and whether diplomacy is still possible.

The Big Story: What's the real reason behind US & Israel's attack on Iran? 

Brent crude has spiked sharply after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz raising fears over a major supply shock. Some analysts say this is just a temporary risk premium. Others warn oil could surge past US$100 a barrel.

So, are we looking at a short-term geopolitical spike… or the start of a much bigger energy crisis?

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Priyanka Sachdeva, Senior Market Analyst, Phillip Nova, to find out more.

Brent crude has spiked sharply after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, with disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz raising fears over a major supply shock. Some analysts say this is just a temporary risk premium. Others warn oil could surge past US$100 a barrel.
So, are we looking at a short-term geopolitical spike&hellip; or the start of a much bigger energy crisis?
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to&nbsp;Priyanka Sachdeva, Senior Market Analyst, Phillip Nova, to find out more.

Wealth Tracker: Are oil prices expected to stay high for days?

On What’s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into the biggest buzz online, from Singapore’s move to regulate trading card booster packs under new blind box rules, to the growing debate over chance-based collectibles, rare card hype, and whether nostalgia is turning into speculation.

Then, we shift gears to tech with Samsung’s latest privacy screen feature that blocks side-angle peeks and even auto-detects when someone is trying to look at your display. Is this the future of public phone use? Would a built-in anti-kaypoh screen change the way you scroll, text, and bank on the go, or even make you switch phones?

 

On What&rsquo;s Trending, Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh dive into the biggest buzz online, from Singapore&rsquo;s move to regulate trading card booster packs under new blind box rules, to the growing debate over chance-based collectibles, rare card hype, and whether nostalgia is turning into speculation.
Then, we shift gears to tech with Samsung&rsquo;s latest privacy screen feature that blocks side-angle peeks and even auto-detects when someone is trying to look at your display. Is this the future of public phone use? Would a built-in anti-kaypoh screen change the way you scroll, text, and bank on the go, or even make you switch phones?
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What’s Trending: A candle that brings back your ex..... and a kid got shoved at Shibuya?

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