From neighbourhood schoolboy to Prime Minister: A look at Lawrence Wong's rise through the ranks

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From neighbourhood schoolboy to Prime Minister: A look at Lawrence Wong's rise through the ranks

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    • Where to for June holidays? China tour bookings quintupled this year, agencies report; survey reveals Singaporeans' top travel trends
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Digicult
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Money
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    • Will the new HDB resale listing portal really cut out agents?
    • 5-room DBSS in Natura Loft Bishan sells for $1.5m, highest sale in the estate
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