Author: Jack Wong

The expanded facility will enhance Singapore’s biopharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities, producing innovative treatments and offering high-skilled career opportunities.SINGAPORE: Pfizer’s newly expanded Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing facility in Tuas Biomedical Park, with an investment of S$1 billion (US$743 million), was officially opened on Tuesday (Jul 23). The state-of-the-art extension is set to create more than 250 …

SM Lee emphasizes the need for strategic management of sensitive issues, underscoring the "precious progress" achieved in Malaysia-Singapore relations during his first official visit after stepping down as Prime Minister.KUALA LUMPUR: Singapore Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong has called for a strategic and sensitive approach in managing Malaysia-Singapore relations to preserve and build upon the …

How one Singaporean-Philippine couple faced the challenges of terminal illness, supported by palliative care and enduring love.SINGAPORE: Carla Siaco had never heard of "hospice" until her husband, Johnny Ng, was diagnosed with aggressive stage-four kidney cancer in 2022. As a Filipina unfamiliar with Singapore’s healthcare system and customs, she had to quickly adapt to provide …

Balancing career-driven lifestyles and relationship expectations, female high earners in Singapore share their perspectives on modern dating dynamics.SINGAPORE: Female HENRYs (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) in Singapore are shedding light on their dating preferences, specifically their reluctance to date men who earn less than them. The discussion unfolded on a local online forum, sparking a …

As vaping grows in prevalence despite its illegality, Singapore’s workplaces face challenges in balancing individual habits and shared spaces.SINGAPORE: While smoking has long been relegated to designated outdoor breaks, vaping—a relatively recent phenomenon—has entered workplaces as an unregulated and contentious issue. Despite its illegal status in Singapore, vaping remains common due to easy access through …

A Singaporean questions the disparity in earnings and perks between finance grads and peers in other fields.SINGAPORE: A recent social media post sparked debate about fresh graduates in the finance sector earning substantial salaries and receiving exclusive perks, prompting a Singaporean to ask why these individuals are “treated so well.”The post on r/SingaporeRaw detailed an …

The two-time Olympic swimmer continues his advocacy for sports despite being diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia in March.SINGAPORE: When Mark Chay made his Olympic debut at the 2000 Sydney Games, he left a mark as an 18-year-old by clocking Asia's fastest time in the 200m freestyle. Yet, for Chay, the Games were more than just …

Balancing affordability and innovation, Singapore's homegrown tech brands face scrutiny over quality and marketing tactics.SINGAPORE: “I’ve fallen victim to the ‘support local’ mentality,” says Marc Beraquit, a disgruntled customer. “I’ll never get my $279 back.” Marc’s frustration stems from his purchase of a Prism+ monitor in 2020, which arrived incomplete and left him unimpressed with …

A recent Pew Research study sparks debate over free speech in Singapore, highlighting concerns about self-censorship.SINGAPORE: A recent study by US-based think tank Pew Research Center has revealed that 41% of Singaporeans believe people should not be allowed to publicly criticise the government. This figure stands out sharply when compared to other regions: only 13% …

The accounts, linked to disinformation campaigns, accused Singapore of being influenced by foreign actors in its leadership transition, says the Ministry of Home Affairs.SINGAPORE: Singapore is set to block nearly 100 social media accounts associated with exiled Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui, citing concerns that the accounts could be used to launch hostile information campaigns.This marks …