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Lifestyle 8 10

Hot Picks Old Meets New Local snacks with a twist at these fusion eateries More For Less Tech worth the splurge versus gear you can get at a dime App The Ante Get ahead of the pack with these ingenious apps

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Beauty Hot Picks Model Perfect Steal beauty looks from the models of the moment

Fashion 24 32

Heritage Meets Style Pastel is the new retro Shopping Up A (Web)Storm Local online boutiques to get your retail therapy fix at In With the Bold Make a statement with these eye-catching bags Only In Singapore Wear your local pride on your bag

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Your Say Ed’s Note Calendar Radar Dear Kelly Astroscoop Snaps

More Than Just A Dot 51 facts you never knew about Singapore Down Memory Lane Take a trip around these lesser-known heritage spots Quiz: How Singaporean Are You? Find out if you’re a true blue Singaporean! Read And Remember Literary works that make us proud to be locals Quiz: Who’s Your Local Celebrity BFF? Which famous personality would be your perfect match? Film Extraordinaires Introducing the brightest alumni of the National Youth Film Awards Bust That Stress! Surefire tips to help you deal with the preexam nerves What Talking You? Unique sayings you’ll only hear in Singapore Four Facts About Cannabis Debunking the biggest myths about cannabis

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At A Glance Eight years of @MunahHirziOfficial in numbers The Bold And The Beautiful The Founding Prince and Princess of YouTube speak out Singa-Pride We speak to some of the biggest names in Singapore Under The Stars Spotlighting the best under-the-radar acts in the local scene Sing-A-Song Songs penned by talented Singaporeans One Song Away There’s a Charlie Puth song for every stage of love Fourth Time’s The Charm It’s a galore of surprises at GOT7’s first solo concert in Singapore Welcome Back, B.A.P B.A.P is back and stronger than ever at their powerpacked show The Wonderful World of Wengie We speak to YouTube beauty guru, Wendy Ayche Mayday Heyday Reasons why Mayday is the definition of #BandGoals

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Your Say Letter of the month Dear Teenage, I’ve been an avid reader of Teenage magazine ever since my best friend introduced it to me when I was in secondary 1. I would always grab a copy of Teenage every month without fail. However, I was close to missing it last month.

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I was on the way home from Changi Airport, feeling awesome to be back in Singapore after a week-long trip overseas. As I checked through my phone, I realised that it was almost the end of the month! For fear that I would’ve missed the July issue of Teenage, I requested for my parents to drop me at a convenience store near my place. Despite my fatigue from the trip, I was determined to get a copy of Teenage before it runs out of stock. As I walked into the store, my eyes flew towards the magazine racks. Immediately, I spotted Teenage. Phew, that was a close one. This month’s issue really attracted me. I love the article on characterthemed cafes. As I am a huge fan of Hello Kitty, you could imagine

how excited I was to see the cafe being featured in the magazine. I also like how you incorporated tips to avoid mishaps during vacations into the travel horror stories. Those tips were really useful for me as I’m a frequent traveller. Another article that I love is the one on photography. I’ve always wanted to take on photography as a hobby, but was put off due to the high cost it incurs. Upon reading the article, I was elated to see that there are quality yet affordable cameras for beginners like me! Through these years, I have grown a lot with Teenage, with it guiding me through the various aspects of my life. I am extremely grateful to the team behind Teenage magazine for constantly producing good reads for us. You will always have my support! Thanks for the support, Joanna! Your letter has been picked as ‘Letter of the Month’!

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Ed's Note Hey everyone, Growing up, I never fully understood how lucky and

Gentle Bones and more (p. 46). Plus, more about all things local (p. 70), and a cool feature on local online stores and a huge giveaway for you (p.32)!

privileged we are as Singaporeans – that we’re

more than a clean garden city with good food – till I started travelling to different countries. The peace we enjoy today is a statement to how far

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we have come as a country with diverse races

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for you to know that a little understanding

goes a long way. Immerse yourselves in our rich cultures and learn about the different ethnicities Singapore has. You’ll find that we have so much more to offer as a country. This month, we highlight our immensely talented

homegrown artistes. Not only has the local

scene expanded exponentially in recent years, the audience is also much more supportive. We feature

Munah Bagharib and Hirzi Zulkiflie, the

dynamic duo behind one of Singapore’s biggest

YouTube channels. What we admire most, is how

they use humour to shed light on issues others would otherwise sweep under the carpet, and their courage at taking a stand for what they believe in (p. 40).

Also, check out our interview with the brightest names in Singapore, think The Sam Willows, NOC,

LOVING THIS MONTH: Taking their expertise in male skincare to the next level, Garnier introduces the AcnoFight Anti-Acne Foam ($9.50). Containing salicyclic acid and enriched with regenerating herba repair, this cleanser not only combats 12 different types of acne problems, but also helps reduce oil and pore size. Perfect for our hot and humid weather!

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THE KICKASS CLEANSER The first step to keeping blemishes at bay is using a good cleanser. The Body Shop’s new 3-In-1 Wash.Scrub.Mask ($29.90) is a triple threat, multitasking hero with foaming kaolin clay, volcanic minerals and Community Trade Tea Tree Oil that nixes clogged pores, blackheads and shine. Use it as a purifying wash, smoothening scrub and a deep cleansing mask – a worthy member of the squad indeed.

THE DAILY SKIN AVENGER AND THE BLEMISH TARGETER Especially handy for those with blemish-prone complexions, the Tea Tree Anti-Imperfection Daily Solution ($32.90) and iconic Tea Tree Oil (from $19.90) are your best bet in the war against acne. The former is a lightweight and effective all-over-face serum, while the latter targets blemishes directly with its high concentration of tea tree essential oil. Acne won’t stand a chance now!

Nude makeup is a surefire way to look fresh and fab without the overkill. Master the art with shu uemura, as the brand goes back to basics with its new Vision Of Beauty Collection Vol.3. The range consists of the limited edition Nude Atelier Eye Palette ($98), Stage Performer Invisible Powder (from $60), Eyebrow Manicure ($42), and Tint-InGelato ($38). Time to take your makeup game up a notch!

BB Facelift

There’s no ending to the battle of the cushions, and Laneige makes sure it stays in the lead by giving its very well-loved BB Cushion a brand new look and formula. The K-beauty brand is decking its famous BB Cushion Whitening and BB Cushion Pore Control ($59 each) in swanky hologram cases, plus the 3D Skin Fit design of the sponge for even distribution on the puff. What’s more, the upgraded BB goodness comes in 10 different shades, so nobody gets left behind.

Double Up

We’re all guilty of walking around with blotchy foundation in the middle of the day thanks to the heat. There might be no escape from the weather, but the Etude House Double Lasting Foundation ($33.90) is here to save the day. The secret lies in its Double Shot technology which contains moisture and oil-based powder to make sure the foundation stays fresh for as long as 24 hours. No more midday meltdowns!

A Quick Fix Mud About You

Mud has been used for centuries to detox and deep-cleanse the skin, but unlike the conventional clay mask, Biotherm’s Wonder Mud ($59) comes in a mousse texture that will not dry and crack on the skin, making it easy to cleanse off. Designed to fit the lifestyle of urban women, this heavenly mask doesn’t require a long application time. Simply leave it on for three minutes and you’re set to reveal clean and fresh skin. It’s called Wonder Mud for a reason!

M.A.C is back at it with another lustworthy makeup product! The Lightful C SPF 50/PA++++ Quick Finish Compact ($56) is an essential for those quick, five-minute routines. The buildable, long-wear coverage reduces the appearance of pores, leaving the skin extra smooth sans the stickiness. What’s more, this feather-light foundation is packed with vitamin C, a known natural brightening agent. Not forgetting its packed with SPF 50 for maximum UV protection. It’s everything a girl could ask for, packed in a compact!

Cold Treatment

Sometimes, the weather in our sunny island can be a little unforgiving. When dry hair and oily scalp becomes a daily affair, grab the Tsubaki Cool Head Spa set ($29.90, available exclusively at Guardian) as an icy treat for your mane. Besides giving our scalp the much-needed cooling sensation, the limited edition shampoo and conditioner also protect and repair UV-damaged hair so you can have lustrous locks all day.

Smell The French Rose

L’Oreal Paris is expanding its Extraordinary Oil Haircare collection, and this time, it’s infused with French Rose Oil. The Extraordinary Oil Éclat Imperial range includes a shampoo, conditioner, hair mask, and oil (from $16.90). And its formula is made to deeply nourish the hair and scalp without the grease, so you can have shiny hair all day minus the involuntary wet-look. The lingering rose scent is definitely a huge bonus too!

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From their extensive collection alone, you can tell that Dressabelle knows the needs of their customers inside out. Designing their clothes to fit women of all shapes and sizes, Dressabelle seeks to create the perfect and most comfortable fit for everyone: the curvy and the skinny, the tall and the petite... you get our drift. You can also go to them for size alteration, which is a plus since not many online shops offer such services.

From a humble web store to one of the leading online boutiques in Singapore with over 94,000 likes on Facebook, MGP has since achieved householdname status for offering fast fashion at your fingertips. Browse through pages of new arrivals every week, with an eclectic range of apparel from party dresses to casual frocks to wardrobe staples and beyond, all at incredibly pocket-friendly prices.

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Founded by a pair of fashion-forward sisters, The Closet Lover (TCL) is one of the pioneers of the local e-commerce scene, and has evolved into one of the top online stores with their own range of manufactured designs. One thing that really stands out about TCL? They make clothes that look much higher-end than what they actually cost. Be spoilt for choice from a well-curated array of affordable pieces in timeless cuts and edgy silhouettes that would give high-street stores like ZARA, H&M and Topshop a run for their money.

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In With The Bold Turn heads with these eye-catching statement bags. BY CHEW HUI LING

MILK SLING BAG, $32, CRAYON

ITCHY SILVER HEXAGONAL CLUTCH, $158, MEGAFASH

PHOTOGRAPHY: JUSTIN LOH / SHINING HEAD MEDIA STYLING: MICHELLE LIM

WOODVIEW WOODEN SATCHEL BAG, $100, MEGAFASH

GAME OVER CROSS BODY BAG, $41.84, SKINNYDIP LONDON

EMBROIDERER PAN BAG, $82.50, MEGAFASH

MONSTER BAG, $39, CRAYON

REECE EMBROIDERY BOX BAG, $44.50, SOEURS

OPEN MY HEART LOCKET BAG, $40, SOEURS

ITCHY PYRAMID CLUTCH, $79, MEGAFASH

PANDA SLING BAG, $49, CRAYON

SIRIN IN KITCHEN FRIED EGG BAG, $19, MEGAFASH

OWL SLING BAG, $49, CRAYON

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@MunahHirziOfficial Details you should know about the “Founding Prince and Princess of the YouTube scene”.

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in the local scene. We counted over familiar acts, from musicians, to fellow YouTubers, and even social media personalities

10 YEARS

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In the past years, Munah and Hirzi have travelled to over countries, including Australia, New Zealand, England, America, and more

Munah and Hirzi are multilingual – apart from speaking English, Malay and Bahasa Indonesia, Hirzi can even speak basic

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Under The St rs THE LOCAL MUSIC INDUSTRY MAY HAVE BEEN DOMINATED BY THE LIKES OF THE SAM WILLOWS AND GENTLE BONES, BUT WE’RE SPOTLIGHTING SOME OF THE VERY BEST UNDER-THE-RADAR ACTS THAT DESERVE THE SAME LOVIN’. BY CHEW HUI LING

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Disco Hue is exactly what it sounds like: pastel hues and neon lights meet psychedelic beats and dreamy bass lines, resulting in the synth-pop perfection that makes this indie-electronic quartet. The entire appeal of Disco Hue is on full display in their new music video for ‘I’ll Be Waiting’ from their debut EP Arcade, all kitschy video game goodness that takes us on a nostalgic trip back to the ’80s – think of it as Scott Pilgrim vs. the World with a local twist.

The first time we heard a The Summer State song was the heartbreak anthem of ‘I Do, I Don’t’ that almost had us in tears. That was in 2013. The second time we heard them was their latest single ‘Enough’ in June, an infectious number that totally eschews their original formula of uplifting ditties and lovelorn lyrics in favour of a new pop-punk direction – think shout-along verses, head-banging guitar riffs and frenzied energy. “A fresh chapter of The Summer State”, they say. And if this is the sound they’re going for, we’re certainly expecting to see ‘em give other bands a run for their money.

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Why you should listen to her:

Beth Yap aka bittymacbeth is the newest indie darling on the local scene, and her debut album Beauty For Ashes proves she’s worth all the attention. The girl has sick pop vocals, is a one-woman-band with flawless multi-instrumental skills on bass, guitar, and piano, and possesses an awesome moniker that reflects herself “trying to overcome affliction” just like the Shakespearean anti-hero. Best of all, she croons with conviction about issues that are usually sidestepped, such as bullying and self-harm. As she says on her lead single, “Haters gon’ hate, but we can do better”!

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Since clinching the Noise Singapore award in 2013, the indie-rock outfit has performed at numerous alternate fests, including Baybeats Festival, *SCAPE Invasion and Singapore Night Festival. Just last year, Stopgap finally dropped their long-awaited debut album Totems, bringing their trademark infectious energy and do-it-all attitude into groovy tunes such as ‘Crossing Swords’, ‘Run Out’ and ‘A Tough Nut To Crack’, which was actually named by fans at IGNITE! Music Festival 2014. We’re definitely seeing big things in store for this talented band!

Why you should listen to him:

Perhaps you know Jonathan Chan aka JAWN from his now-defunct band The Huckleberry Friends, or you’ve listened to his covers of Damien Rice, Bon Iver and Kodaline on YouTube, or you too think he’s Singapore’s answer to John Mayer (dude even has a John Mayer support group on WhatsApp!). Whatever the reason, he’s definitely one to watch. The bespectacled musician may just be starting out in his career, but his songwriting roots date way back to 2009. And with the launch of his debut self-titled EP, the 26-year-old explores universal themes of love, life and growing up, translating his retrospective thoughts into haunting melodies like ‘Chase Away The Dark’, ‘Fade To Black’ and ‘Horizons’.

Why you should listen to them:

You’d be doing yourself a disservice if you were to skip out on Enec.e (pronounced as ‘anecdote’). A hypnotic blend of folk, shoegaze and dream pop, this hidden gem of a band formed in 2012 “writes songs about conversations that never happen”. Although we wish more things would’ve actually happened because ‘Crystallized’, their only official single till date, is truly a work of art. The band recently tore up the stage at Singapore Coffee Festival, *SCAPE Invasion and Singapore Art Week, and while it’s a pity they aren’t churning out new original material yet, you’re still able to catch Enec.e at gigs and such. Watch out for their upcoming shows on their socials!

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The Wonderful Wor ld Of Wengie

WHAT DOES ONE TALK ABOUT TO A YOUTUBE GURU WHO MUST’VE ALREADY SPOKEN ABOUT VIRTUALLY ALL ASPECTS OF BEAUTY, FASHION, LIFESTYLE AND MORE? WE SAT DOWN WITH WENDY AYCHE AKA WENGIE TO SUSS OUT MORE ABOUT THE LADY BEHIND THE MILLION-SUBSCRIBER (AND COUNTING) CHANNEL. BY JOHANNA TEO

Catch the rest of our interview with Wengie online at www.teenage.com.sg!

She dishes good advice

When asked if she felt pressured by social media expectations like the common ‘Instagram-envy’, Wengie replied, “If you can channel it in the right way – I’d go on Instagram to look at pretty pictures to inspire me to make something beautiful, but I won’t let it inspire me to make me feel bad about myself. It’s about controlling your exposure to it. We are pretty much the result of what we expose ourselves to.” And that was only a tenth of the solid advice she gave us.

She’s a #Gir lBoss

It’s common knowledge that Wengie had quit a well-paying job to pursue a full-time YouTube career, but

now that her channel has taken off, it seems like she’s got even bigger things planned. “I really want to talk more about the business side of things and entrepreneurial topics because I feel there’s an emerging trend of females wanting to venture out, and not be [just be] part of work.” Citing Michelle Phan as someone she looks up to, Wengie continues, “She’s shown that you don’t have to just be a YouTuber and there’s much more to the world than just doing YouTube. Michelle has really paved the way and made a lot of male entrepreneurs really notice the power of makeup influencers.”

She’s totally relatable

Assuring us that her life isn’t “as glamourous as you think it is”, Wengie laughingly described her average day being “spent in front of Premier Pro and my computer editing footage”. She later on adds, “I’m a slob. I’m not as perfect as you think I am, my bedroom looks really nice and pretty but I’m the messiest person alive. I would walk around with food on myself, have salad in my teeth... I know some girls who are pristine all the time and I wish I could be like that, but I’m not.” Shout out to everyone who feels less than perfect – Wengie totally knows how it feels.

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eeting Wendy Ayche (more affectionately known as Wengie to her subscribers) in real life was pretty cool – we’ve been hooked onto her YouTube channel ever since stumbling across it two years back. Even with her huge following, the beauty maven was refreshingly down-to-earth and our hourlong chat thoroughly convinced us she’s one of the sweetest people we’ve met thus far. Here are three things we learned about Wengie, that’ll definitely make you hit subscribe (if you haven’t already).

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Mayday, Heyday

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We have tickets to their show courtesy of 313@somerset! Check out www.teenage.com.sg/win for more details.

They star ted out as a student band

With all their dizzying success, Mayday’s humble origins give aspiring bands everywhere hope. Ashin, Monster, Stone, Masa and Guan You first met in guitar club at high school, proving that teenage rock star ambitions are not completely unfounded. After initially performing together under the name So Band, they formed Mayday in 1997 – and went on to give the world the mindblowing music we know today.

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Their lead vocalist #2 is other ar tists’ #songwritergoals

Behind every chart-topping band is a core songwriter who churns out classics that fans can consistently relate to. Besides penning Mayday

FROM GIVING US ANTHEMIC SONGS THAT WERE A MAINSTAY OF EVERY TEEN’S EARLY-2000’S PLAYLIST, TO MAKING A HEADWAY FOR ASIAN MUSIC OVERSEAS, MAYDAY HAS BEEN SETTING THE BENCHMARK OF POP-ROCK MUSICIANSHIP SINCE 1997. BY LEE KAI LIN

2014, Ashin made a bold statement to his manager: “I don’t want a single dollar of pay. Keep the ticket prices lower and make the shows better.” A band after their fans’ hearts indeed!

classics like ‘Love-ing’ and ‘Stubborn’, lead vocalist Ashin’s songwriting and composing skills are so in demand that he’s been asked to write for everyone in the Mandopop-sphere, from Jolin Tsai, to S.H.E., to Wang Lee Hom.

They’re known as the “Chinese Beatles”

They take their concer ts seriously

It was a dream they aspired to at first, citing the legendary rockers as their main influence for the longest time. But in 2014 when they became the first Mandarin band to perform at New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Washington Post bestowed the title of the “Chinese Beatles” upon Mayday. The nickname eventually stuck, and grew to become their unofficial moniker in the US and UK.

There’s nothing that makes a fan lose respect quite as quickly as when they save up for front-row access to a show, only to get a halfhearted show. Besides going all out on set design and energy levels, Mayday has always played their concerts like they mean it. Once while they were here on our shores, they spontaneously decided to extend a simple free showcase into a full two-hour gig. And in

Their latest tour, Just Rock It, will be their 10th concer t in Singapore

With more than 1,000 shows worldwide under their touring portfolio, Mayday will be back this August to perform their 10th show here. Armed with their latest release, Album No. 9, expect to hear hit singles such as ‘Party Animal’, ‘Do You Ever Shine?’ as well as ‘Suddenly Missing You’ as they tear up the Singapore Indoor Stadium! Catch Mayday at their Just Rock It concert on 5 and 6 August. Tickets available at www.sportshubtix.sg, from $118. Get concert merch from 313@somerset (B2) on 30 Jul from 11am to 9pm.

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There’s nothing quite like reading about Singapore through the words of a homegrown author. Whether set overseas or in our sunny island, here are some local literary works that give us good reason to wave our flag loud and proud. BY LEE KAI LIN

Troublemaker By Bertha Henson When veteran journalist Bertha Henson left newswriting after nearly three decades, she decided that she would instead channel her expertise into critical commentary of the reported news. Offering netizens her analytical takes on breaking news, she published bite-sized pieces on both independent news site Breakfast Network (now defunct) and her personal blog, Bertha Harian. Troublemaker is a compilation of her columns and opinion pieces from both platforms that will teach you a thing or two about how to read, process and question the content of the news we are presented with every day.

SingPoWriMo 2015: The Anthology

Every April, a group of passionate poets take to the Singapore Poetry Writing Movement (SingPoWriMo) Facebook page to challenge users to pen one poem a day for the entire month. SingPoWriMo 2015: The Anthology is the fruit of last year’s call to action, as netizens responded with overwhelming contributions ranging from Singlish-styled sonnets to poignant haikus about local landscapes. As you devour each piece of homegrown literature, you can’t help but wonder what the burgeoning poetry scene in Singapore may look like years from now, and just how much your surroundings could inspire you to put pen to paper.

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Edited by Daryl Yam, Jennifer Anne Champion and Joshua Ip

LEAP: Journey of a Young Global Leader from Singapore By Yap Kwong Weng Despite his close brush with death after being badly injured in a car crash back in 2001, Yap Kwong Weng made the pivotal decision to continue his Navy SEAL training. He jotted down his entire experience, from his change in life perspectives, to pushing on with the infamously brutal training, to switching from a cushy private sector job, to pursuing community work in Myanmar. LEAP is the author’s proof that humble beginnings in this little red dot can inspire greatness, no matter how young you are.

It Never Rains on National Day By Jeremy Tiang What does it mean to be Singaporean? What keeps Singaporeans who live overseas considering themselves as such? Is a global identity the new identity? Jeremy Tiang’s acclaimed debut novel questions the fascinating process of how individuals actually decide where they belong. Through a collection of short stories set all over the world, from Switzerland to New York City and back to Singapore, It Never Rains on National Day is a gripping take on one of today’s most pertinent issues – national identity – and will prompt you to reconsider your own definition of being Singaporean.

Sugarbread By Balli Kaur Jaswal Set in ’90s Singapore, Sugarbread is a coming-of-age story of a Punjabi-Sikh girl named Pin. Derided at school for her ethnicity, Pin struggles to comprehend the delicate nature of her racial identity, while navigating through her family’s unique set of problems, including her mother’s own dilemma between respecting tradition and embracing modernity. Balli Kaur Jaswal’s novel doesn’t just touch on race, class and patriarchy – it also highlights what it means to be a minority living in Singapore.

Mount Emily By Low Ying Ping Intrigued by an urban legend, Patsy and Elena start digging around their school’s backyard and inadvertently transport themselves back in time – and find themselves stuck in the bodies of their 13-year-old mothers. A fantasy time-travelling romp, Low Yip Ping’s novel takes us on an adventure circa 1987 with our two young companions, who have to set things right before an imminent time crisis threatens to wipe out all of mankind.

Aunty Lee’s Deadly Specials: A Singaporean Mystery By Ovidia Yu Ovidia Yu gives us the Singaporean sleuth we never knew we were missing: middleaged widow Aunty Lee, who cooks and caters Peranakan specialties for a living, and puts her nose for news to mystery-solving. After she’s accused of serving poisoned food, she finds herself thrown into the world of illegal organ donation – a territory darker than your average aunty would care to snoop around in.

DearKelly 8JTIJOH BMM 5FFOBHF readers a very happy National Day. I hope all readers will have an enjoyable National Day IPMJEBZ 8F BSF GPSUVOBUF UP live in a safe country where there are neither natural disasters nor political, religious or racial unrest. 8F TIPVME USFBTVSF PVS TBGF and secure environment and build on our good relations with each other. 8F NVTU OFWFS UBLF PVS safety for granted. God bless all. Dear readers, This month, I am going to touch on two important topics. As always, your safety and well-being are of great importance to me. I hope you will always take steps to protect yourselves.

Slimming pills making a comeback This month, I want to warn readers about the problem of slimming pills. It appears that many Singaporeans are purchasing slimming pills online.

This is very dangerous, as we really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what are in these products that could be made in unlicensed laboratories, factories or even in back lanes.

Medicines coming into the country have to pass government tests to ensure they are safe.

especially by buying medication online.

We have no way of verifying the many so-called satisfied customers that endorse the pills purchased online. A lot of these endorsements are fake endorsements from people who have been paid to pose as satisfied customers.

Gangs and social media

A student in China died last year after overdosing on slimming pills. The State Coroner called it an unfortunate misadventure. I hope none of you take this route in an effort to lose weight. A doctor should be

It is worrying to note that in Singapore, gangs are turning to social media to reach out to curious teenagers. What you need to know:

Going online makes it easier for the authorities to track down gang members.

Former gang members said at a recent two-day camp:

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; members can get caught by the authorities and there will be a record of your gangland connections and this can affect your future.

consulted if you want to lose weight.

Diuretics Some people resort to diuretics, which are drugs, that aid the body in getting rid of water through urination in an attempt to lose weight. But these drugs have side effects, some of which are:

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Youth could be attacked by rival gangs and get seriously injured or even die in a gang clash.

Your family can be negatively affected by your gang activities. Young members peddling drugs will have their future destroyed when they are caught by the police. It is not worth it.

/PUF 3FTJTU UIF VSHF UP HFU JOWPMWFE XJUI HBOHT 3FBE VQ online for information on the downsides of gang activities. Always here for you,

Do you have a problem you wish to share? something to get off your chest? Kelly’s responses take into account age, experience and needs of writers. Those writing in know and seek her tough love, nononsense approach. Readers wanting a different type of response should seek advice elsewhere. Older and more experienced readers knowing the answers to questions need to exercise patience. Not everyone knows what you know. After qualifying as a teacher, Kelly Chopard went on to attend several counselling courses. Over the past 30 years, she has been invited to sit on panels and discussion groups, give talks and has taught modules dealing with youth issues. She counsels primary and secondary school pupils. She also engages in parent-pupil counselling sessions. In the 1970s, she was a member of a People’s Association Team counselling young adults in areas like drugs, smoking and other health and social issues. From 1979 to 1983 she had a counselling column in a local woman’s magazine. Since 1996 she has been responding to Teenage readers in her Dear Kelly column.

important When writing to me through mail, state your Full Name, Age, I.C. No.,Telephone No., Gender and Pseudonym. There is no length restriction. Send your letters to: %FBS ,FMMZ 5FFOBHF .BHB[JOF #FEPL 4PVUI 3PBE 4JOHBQPSF or via email at:

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to meet my guy Hey Kelly, It is time to connect with you. I know I will get myself into lots of trouble if I continue on this path. My best friend ordered me to write to you or she threatens to “tell my mum everything”. I have no choice. But in my heart, I know she is right. What can I do to change my life?

I met this guy in a chat room and we developed a relationship. He was kind, loving and interested in me, and all that I said and did. He flattered me and made me feel important. I fell for him because no one else paid so much attention to me before. It felt great. It seemed so natural to meet him when he suggested it as I believed him when he said he loved me and would take care of me. So I agreed to meet him. I never asked why he

only wanted to meet me at night. My bedroom is on the second floor of our bungalow home. For more than six months, I have been climbing out of my window and going down the tree outside my window at least three times a week. I am 15-years-old. At the beginning, when I snuck out of the house, my guy and I did innocent things. For the first three months, we went for walks along Orchard Road, visited Gardens by the Bay, the outside area, and on his birthday, we went for a meal. At first, I used to come home

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by 1am. But since last month, I get home at about 3.30am. Now, as I am

Letters will be treated with the strictest confidence. I cannot respond to requests for personal responses.

writing about it, I understand why my best friend is so angry and disgusted. She told me to tell you that my “boyfriend is a workingman, aged 24”.

Anyway, these days there are no more innocent walks and chats.

All he wants to do is have sex with me. He seems impatient, picks me up in his car at the end of my street and takes me to a secluded spot. Then, he makes me do bad stuff with him. Actually, I am embarrassed and nervous, but he says this is what a guy and his girlfriend would do.

I go along with his demands because I don’t know what else to do. I have never been in a sexual relationship before. At the beginning, there were no requests for sexual intercourse. I went to the library and read up on sexual relationships. This is where I got my information.

* MFBSOU UIJT m i4BZ OP UP TFY u One night, when I went to the public toilet to wash up, I overheard him on the phone telling a guy he called Joe, to inform his girlfriend that he was on

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OUR ADVENTURES

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Of #OOTDs, giant plushies and soupslurping fun.

Our interview with Munah and Hirzi was tons of fun!

Getting camera perfect!

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always time for photos! Why broth-er with spoons?

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Munah and Hirzi in our studio! There are three types of people...

Gotta be handsome at all angles!

Rilakkuma in the house!

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Johanna flew to Korea for ETUDE HOUSEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life Is Sweet Festival!

Annyeong from Seoul!

Arigato heyyy!

Can we take oppa home please?

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