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Analysis: As Gardenia, Yeo's and APB exit, is Singapore climbing the food chain or hurting its brand?

Weighing in on the recent relocation plans by some homegrown food brands, experts said these moves reflect Singapore’s broader shift towards higher-valued food manufacturing activities.

28/05/2026

Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan concludes working visit to North Korea

Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan concludes working visit to North Korea

27/05/2026

Teen to be charged over multiple traffic offences, including speeding at 174kmh on ECP

Teen to be charged over multiple traffic offences, including speeding at 174kmh on ECP

28/05/2026

Matthew Perry assistant imprisoned over fatal drug injections

Matthew Perry assistant imprisoned over fatal drug injections

28/05/2026

Gardenia move: As Malaysia draws more Singapore manufacturers, experts flag competition fears

Companies like Gardenia, Yeo’s and APB Singapore are moving production operations from Singapore to Malaysia. While boosting investment, this could intensify competition for labour, industrial land and other limited resources, say observers.

28/05/2026

Iran says war unlikely as Trump warns he may 'finish the job'

At a White House cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump said Iran is "very much intent" on a deal, adding "we’re not satisfied with it, but we will be," and warning "either that or we’ll have to just finish the job".

28/05/2026

Beauty salons try to push seniors into costly packages in Talking Point undercover operation

Beauty salons try to push seniors into costly packages in Talking Point undercover operation

28/05/2026

Singapore will act against firms that accept AI grants while treating workers unfairly: Jasmin Lau

Singapore will act against firms that accept AI grants while treating workers unfairly: Jasmin Lau

27/05/2026

Commentary: AI use needs a cautionary pause when it comes to public opinion polling

Commentary: AI use needs a cautionary pause when it comes to public opinion polling

28/05/2026

Why Korean pharmacies are Seoul’s new must-visit beauty shopping destination

Why Korean pharmacies are Seoul’s new must-visit beauty shopping destination

28/05/2026

Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan concludes working visit to North Korea

Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan concludes working visit to North Korea

27/05/2026

Teen to be charged over multiple traffic offences, including speeding at 174kmh on ECP

Teen to be charged over multiple traffic offences, including speeding at 174kmh on ECP

28/05/2026

Matthew Perry assistant imprisoned over fatal drug injections

Matthew Perry assistant imprisoned over fatal drug injections

28/05/2026

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Singapore Minister Vivian Balakrishnan makes rare visit to North Korea

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‘Simply did what I felt was right’: SBS Transit bus captain finds and returns diamond ring to passenger

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27/05/2026

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CNA Correspondent - Jensen Huang: The tough boss of Nvidia who is 'exhausted all the time'

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Lifestyle

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28/05/2026

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28/05/2026

I tell my son he is perfect as he is – so what does he see when he looks at my bleached-blonde hair and makeup?

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27/05/2026

Snail mail clubs: Why handmade letters and art are catching on in Singapore amid Gen Z’s analogue revival

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26/05/2026

What makes a good ballet flat? This Japanese brand brings Asakusa artisan-made shoes to Singapore

26/05/2026

New lifestyle hub L^ife opens at *Scape, bringing emerging local brands to Orchard Road

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26/05/2026

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27/05/2026

Commentary: Iran is beating Trump at the art of the deal

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Commentary: The tech workers building AI are scared of it, too

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Alvin Ee

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25/05/2026

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25/05/2026

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28/05/2026

Beyond matcha: Kyoto’s specialty coffee scene is thriving

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Cartier owner Richemont beats luxury slowdown with strong jewellery sales

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In the mountains of Taiwan, Hoshinoya Guguan offers a refined hot spring escape

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