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#Brunch: All hail the King of Fruits What’s clear these days is that the durian – an item banned in most public places – is fast becoming the new gold mine for investors.

#Brunch: Techies take on South-east Asia’s food waste problem Food waste is often seen as the responsibility of the government and waste companies. But some startups believe that they can make a difference.

#Brunch: What does the brokerage of the future look like? Younger traders may have been drawn to online platforms by slick marketing and low costs. But they are staying for the variety and the improved user experience.

#Brunch: Are university degrees still important? As options for young talent continue to broaden, do university degrees still hold the same relevance and merits?

#BRUNCH: Singapore Social The pandemic has sparked interest in social clubs as memberships are on a steady rise. But it's not the facilities or activities that made people stay, it's the social and emotional bonds built.…

#BRUNCH: Are the five Cs still relevant today? Compared to their parents, youths today have grown up in a more comfortable environment that provides space for exploration and self-actualisation thus dreaming of more abst…

This week's #BRUNCH: The darker side of green: When carbon markets meet poor governance Weak rule of law, conflicts of interest, and high verification costs make Asia’s emerging carbon economy a convenient disguise for s…

#BRUNCH: When a colleague is grieving: Navigating bereavement in the workplace Rarely is it ‘business as usual’ when a colleague loses a loved one. Yet we often feel unsure how to thoughtfully handle grief in the workpla…

#BRUNCH: Where will Russia’s oil and gas go? With global energy supply chains in the midst of a historic reroute, one question is whether Russian oil and gas could find their way to Asia – for consumption or even for lau…

#BRUNCH: Can sustainable aviation fuel solve airlines’ ESG problem? Airlines claim there is not enough supply and suppliers claim there is not enough demand. Meanwhile, the cost is still too prohibitive and the actual im…

#BRUNCH: Bamboo tissue makers are on a roll Wood pulp tissue is under scrutiny for deforestation, but convincing people to switch to recycled tissue and bidets isn’t easy. Some enterprises see a solution in a humble gras…

#BRUNCH: Jobseekers' market forces Singapore companies to shake up culture, hire abroad There are more job vacancies than there are unemployed people in Singapore. Why is this happening and how are companies are dealing…

#BRUNCH: Singapore firms undeterred by Chinese rule-book changes Granted, the crackdown climate still poses significant drawbacks, such as business uncertainty. Investors remain worried about the potential regulatory cha…

#BRUNCH: How will the return to office play out for the office market? Hybrid working is here to stay, but the Singapore office market still has many positives going for it, including diversity of tenant mix. Flexible wo…

#Brunch: Fresh demand for older flats as frustration builds over BTO BTO flats have been described as a "birthright" of Singapore citizens, with older, well-meaning relatives often advising young couples to seize the gov…

#Brunch: Singapore's battered live music scene takes centre stage again Musicians in Singapore, hit by the cessation of live music performances in bars, pubs and restaurants, have for the past two years been mostly self-…

#BRUNCH: The pay's hot, but tech recruits flounder amid HR curveballs The excitement that surrounds joining a fast growing tech company quickly evaporates as messy work conditions drives many to quit. Vague messaging, po…

#BRUNCH: Formula 1's race to net-zero With a target to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint by 2030 which includes developing carbon-neutral engines that run on sustainable fuel by 2025, the motorsport will see some major…

#BRUNCH: The new generation of venture capitalists South-east Asia’s decade-old VC scene has new blood. They dream of many things, but can they step out of the shadow of their predecessors?

#BRUNCH: Iskandar Boleh The rosy narrative of Malaysia's booming growth corridor Iskandar, Johor, has waned in recent years. Little by little, the economic zone is getting back on its feet. Can it get its mojo back? BT's…

#BRUNCH: Tough choices in the quest to go cashless Smaller merchants who embraced digital payments may revert to cash the moment they are charged any fees. Meanwhile, competition in the digital payments space is forcing…

#BRUNCH: A chatbot will help you now With the growing adoption of technology in the e-commerce space, customers can expect more intelligence and personalisation for these bots. In fact, some of them can already speak Sin…

#BRUNCH: Are baby steps towards gender equality enough to support working mothers? They say it takes a village to raise a child. But in many societies including Singapore, it seems mothers bear the brunt of the task. Thi…

#Brunch: The buzz in booze-free beverages Have you been consciously going for zero- or low-alcohol content drinks lately? Brewers and retailers are discovering a new growth in demand for these options, and BT’s Claudia T…

#Brunch: Golden hotels and luxe apartments: The rise of Vietnam's ultra-rich In this week's Brunch, we dive into Vietnam's economy and its emerging super-rich — once one of the world's poorest countries but now one of th…

#Brunch: Cryptocurrencies have an inequality problem: A growing wealth gap As blockchain-based currencies face up to ESG scrutiny, the crypto community is coming up with ways to deal with climate concerns and governance…

#Brunch: Extending the last mile: Can logistics players continue to deliver? Third-party logistics firms have thrived during the e-commerce boom from Covid-induced lockdowns, but with e-commerce platforms starting their…

#BRUNCH: Take my money, please! In this final instalment of our weekend longread features for the year, BT's Olivia Poh dives into the phenomenon of small-group investor squads, a way for people on the fringe of South-ea…

#Brunch: The Christmas debate — to gift or not to gift? How much money have you spent on Christmas gifts this year? Payment platforms are forecasting this year to be one of their best holiday seasons in terms of spending…

#BRUNCH: Taxidermy: Breathing new life, after death The art and science of preservation is entering the mainstream in Singapore. What’s behind the allure of insect and animal carcasses? bt.sg/oRZ8