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Everyone Wants A Village, But No One Wants to be a Villager Anymore
We all say we crave community, but how often do we actually show up for it? Follow our writer Shu Yen as they unpack how our quiet retreat from the chaos of life is slowly dulling our empathy and ability to truly bond with those around us.
Lai Shu Yen
Nov 2, 20255 min read


Humanity X Horror
Ever get the feeling that a ghost story is too eerily familiar? What draws in to the things that we fear most? Follow our writer Anya as she unravels the haunting allure of horror through the chilling scenes of Ringu, Pontianak and more. The television screen flickered, turning into a pixelated mess of black and white. Ryuji stared for a while, and it became a bunch of grey flickering waves. A black-haired lady inside the television swayed with her white gown while Ryuji beca
Lim Li-Ann Anya
Nov 1, 20254 min read


Why is Everyone so Afraid to be Basic?
From the performative male to basic girl -- what compels us to distance from "conformity" and design eccentricity? Follow our writer Erin, as she investigates our desires for individualism and why we run away from the labels of being "basic". In a world swirling with labels, tropes, and types, we are just dying to compartmentalise and label everything and anything. Mainstream music? Basic. Like matcha? Basic. Enjoy romance books? Take a guess what I’m going to say next… Wikip
Erin Yeo
Oct 26, 20256 min read


Our Singlobal Identity
What does globalisation mean to you? Why does it matter so much? Follow our writer, Jordan, as he unpacks how globalisation is reshaping Singaporeans’ views on opportunity, culture, and work-life balance across different generations.
Jordan Foong
Oct 26, 20254 min read


SMU25: A Look Back in Time with the Class of 2008
From haunted classrooms to glass towers: Trace SMU’s evolution from humble beginnings to city-campus powerhouse as our writer Helene dialogues with a special guest, Aedan Lai, of the 4th SMU Cohort.
Helene Ng
Oct 12, 20256 min read


On Mediocrity in the Bellcurve Machine
From gold trophies to self-liberation: Join our writer, Helene, as she explores escaping Singapore’s ruthless rat race to reclaim joy, passion, and purpose.
Helene Ng
Oct 12, 20254 min read
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