Wong Yang

Yang joined The Straits Times in 2024, where he covers politics. He also produces and presents videos on sociopolitical issues. He was previously a housing reporter at the paper.

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Public service can better foster understanding between groups for collective action: Chan Chun Sing

Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing speaks at the Annual Public Service Leadership Ceremony on Sept 18.

New wellness centre in the CBD provides workers with counselling, physiotherapy

The new centre provides mental and digital well-being, including counselling, mindfulness sessions, art therapy, and digital wellness talks and workshops.

PM Wong to donate full pay increase for next 5 years to charity

Under changes to political salaries announced on Sept 8, the Prime Minister’s annual salary will go up from $2.2 million to $3.6 million, including bonuses.

MPs ask about better protection for children and youth, impact of western island reclamation plans

Parliament will also debate four Bills, including proposed anti-scam laws.

Parliament to debate political salaries this week; PM Wong and Chan Chun Sing to speak on Sept 8

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing will make statements on the issue on Sept 8.

Potential sale of Golden Mile Tower units creates fresh uncertainty for Filmhouse, Carnival Cinemas

The current cinemas at Golden Mile Tower, Filmhouse and Carnival Cinemas, use the space left by Golden Theatre, which opened in 1973.

As Clementi Mall changes hands, residents worry over dwindling diversity

A recent influx of foreign investors and businesses is changing Singapore’s retail landscape, with local businesses concerned that they will be pressured by rising rents.

More competition, changing tastes put heritage in Kampong Gelam at a crossroads

Various stores and shops at Haji Lane on April 10, 2026.

Migrant workers: Let’s not make them invisible again

Today, there are more than 1.2 million work permit holders on the island.

Book review: Poet Jonathan Chan’s second collection weaves a thesis on joy and sorrow

Singaporean poet Jonathan Chan's second poetry collection bright sorrow reflects on the mingling of joy and despair.

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