What deserves a place on your reading list?

Michelle Martin dives into the latest Straits Times bestseller list and picks out the books that caught her attention.

From ancient classics to Japanese fiction and big novels about family, identity and the choices that shape our lives, Michelle goes beyond the rankings to introduce her picks.

What deserves a place on your reading list?
Michelle Martin dives into the latest&nbsp;Straits Times bestseller list&nbsp;and picks out the books that caught her attention.
From ancient classics to&nbsp;Japanese fiction and big novels about family, identity and the choices that shape our lives, Michelle goes beyond the rankings to introduce her picks.

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In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

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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.

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What Singapore Is Reading: Michelle's Picks From the The Straits Times Weekly Bestsellers Aug 15

The end of an era at Berkshire Hathaway: Warren Buffett steps down as chairman after more than six decades, with his son Howard taking the chair. But could one of Buffett’s favourite trades — Japan’s five great trading houses — offer investors a way to continue following his playbook?

Michelle Martin breaks down why the yen fell even after the Bank of Japan raised rates to a 31-year high, and reveals which major Asian economy now has even lower interest rates than Japan.

Then it’s Up or Down: Kylian Mbappé leaves Nike for On, a Wendy’s franchisee files for bankruptcy protection, Disney appoints its first CTO, Google’s Gemini raises fresh AI security concerns, and Nestlé faces mounting risks in Russia.

Plus, why Goldman Sachs sees close to 30% upside for ST Engineering — and how Resident Evil just scared up a franchise-record opening at the box office.

The end of an era at Berkshire Hathaway: Warren Buffett steps down as chairman after more than six decades, with his son Howard taking the chair. But could one of Buffett&rsquo;s favourite trades &mdash; Japan&rsquo;s five great trading houses &mdash; offer investors a way to continue following his playbook?
Michelle Martin breaks down why the yen fell even after the Bank of Japan raised rates to a 31-year high, and reveals which major Asian economy now has even lower interest rates than Japan.
Then it&rsquo;s&nbsp;Up or Down: Kylian Mbapp&eacute; leaves Nike for On, a Wendy&rsquo;s franchisee files for bankruptcy protection, Disney appoints its first CTO, Google&rsquo;s Gemini raises fresh AI security concerns, and Nestl&eacute; faces mounting risks in Russia.
Plus, why Goldman Sachs sees close to 30% upside for ST Engineering &mdash; and how&nbsp;Resident Evil&nbsp;just scared up a franchise-record opening at the box office.

Market View: Buffett Bows Out, BOJ Hikes & the Yen Falls, ST Engineering’s 30% Upside?

Events like Hyrox are drawing a new generation into high-intensity competition. But being able to run fast, lift heavy or boast an impressive VO₂ max doesn’t necessarily mean your heart is healthy.

So how do you know whether your heart is actually ready for strenuous exercise?

Michelle Martin speaks with Dr Bharat Vashdev Khialani, Consultant Cardiologist, Department of Cardiology, NHG Heart Institute, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, about the difference between fitness and heart health.

Events like Hyrox are drawing a new generation into high-intensity competition. But being able to run fast, lift heavy or boast an impressive VO₂ max doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean your heart is healthy.
So how do you know whether your heart is actually ready for strenuous exercise?
Michelle Martin speaks with&nbsp;Dr Bharat Vashdev Khialani, Consultant Cardiologist, Department of Cardiology, NHG Heart Institute, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, about the difference between fitness and heart health.

Fit But Is Your Heart Healthy? What Every Runner and Hyrox Athlete Should Know

US Treasury yields have crossed 5% — so is this finally the moment to lock in attractive bond income, or could yields still climb from here?

Michelle Martin speaks with Swapnil Mishra, author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious, about where he sees opportunity across short and long-duration bonds, and why Singapore’s booming bond market is giving local investors more choices.

They also unpack an unusual market puzzle: why are gold and the US dollar attracting investors at the same time? And after gold’s big run, are new buyers purchasing protection — or simply chasing performance?

Plus, what should investors make of AI leaders themselves calling for greater caution?

US Treasury yields have crossed 5% &mdash; so is this finally the moment to lock in attractive bond income, or could yields still climb from here?
Michelle Martin speaks with&nbsp;Swapnil Mishra, author of&nbsp;Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious, about where he sees opportunity across short and long-duration bonds, and why Singapore&rsquo;s booming bond market is giving local investors more choices.
They also unpack an unusual market puzzle: why are&nbsp;gold and the US dollar attracting investors at the same time?&nbsp;And after gold&rsquo;s big run, are new buyers purchasing protection &mdash; or simply chasing performance?
Plus, what should investors make of AI leaders themselves calling for greater caution?

What Singapore Is Reading: Michelle's Picks From the The Straits Times Weekly Bestsellers Aug 15

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