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From what I can tell, photography is becoming an increasingly popular hobby, as I’ve seen more and more people roaming the streets having fun with their cameras, and this got me thinking, why not share some advice for those who might be tempted to try? Before I continue, I have…

How it sometimes complements skill to produce results — “Fortune brings in some boats that are not steered” This quote by William Shakespeare, when taken literally, describes how it’s possible for boats to safely reach harbours despite not having any crew to steer it. When applied metaphorically, it simply means that luck can sometimes play an important part in…

The influence of alternative media sites — On 28 October 2021, alternative media site Wake Up, Singapore shared a post on their Instagram account condemning the local legal system about their treatment of an allegedly intellectually disabled man. The post mentioned that an arrested drug trafficker, Nagaentheran (Naga for short), would be facing the death penalty for…

What exactly makes a good friend? — “Friendship isn’t a big thing — it’s a million little things” This quote by Paulo Coelho perfectly sums up the nature of friendships. There is no fixed answer, or “one big thing”, to dissect the concept behind friendship, it just happens. …

Seriously, who comes up with these things? — Language: truly the gift that keeps on giving. For context, a while ago I wrote an article about the random sexual terms popularised by media, and probably porn sites for easier tagging (you can check it out in the link below). …

Gaining more than just work experience during my internship — Internships — the bridge between being a student and an adult. From studying to working, this experience provides a glimpse into the adult world. However, I would soon find that there were more adult themes in my internship than I bargained for. My first day was filled with the usual…

Why we feel guilty after doing the deed — We’ve all been there. After a long, tiring day of work, you just want to lock yourself in your room and start blowing off some steam (if you catch my drift). However, what’s with the feeling of sadness, dread, and even guilt when it’s all over? Fret not as you’re…

Was the past really better than the present? — “I miss the good old days,” is a constant lament that usually comes from someone our senior, before following it up with a complaint regarding today’s societal “issues” (as not all of them are actual problems). However, were those days really as good as we thought? We constantly reminisce about…

Here’s where real-world football and the FIFA video games diverge — Football, to many, is known as “the beautiful game”. While that might be true for the physical sport, its online counterpart is a different story altogether. FIFA 2022 is now upon us, so it might be a good time to discuss the various disconnects between the real sport and the…