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Keep Calm and ’Gram On Turn those stress-induced frowns upside down with these super satisfying IG accounts What’s Trending? Stay on top of all the biggest trends this month Hot Picks Food For Thought Eat your feelings the zen way with these stress-busting superfoods Apt For School You can thank us later after acing your exams with these handy apps Sign Of The Times These stylish timepieces will keep you on the top of your game this school season
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Beauty 22 Beauty Hot Picks 24 Best Face Forward Rule the halls with these fail-proof makeup looks
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Fashion 28 New Kids On The Block Spice up your school wardrobe with unexpected hues and punchy prints 36 Bag To Back Strut down the hallways with these campus-ready backpacks 38 Too Cool For School Get ahead of your class with these stylish accessories
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Celebs 39 At A Glance The big numbers behind our favourite pint-sized diva 40 A For Ariana How Ariana Grande became the quintessential role model of pop music today 46 In The Right Direction How do One Direction’s solo careers stack up? 48 Squad Goals Charli XCX is taking over the music industry, one friendship at a time 49 Unapologetic Queen Love or hate her, Demi Lovato is living her best life and she ain’t sorry 50 Boys Of The Moment These boy-banders are poised to be the next big things in K-pop 52 17 Reasons Why We just can’t get enough of SEVENTEEN! 54 Reach For The Stars These seven celebs are using their fame for good 56 Love At First Play Relive the old days of childlike romance with these heart-fluttering tunes 61 Quiz: Which Fictional Clique Do You Belong To? Are you sipping milkshakes with the Riverdale gang or having a diva-off with the Glee club?
Inside Scoop 5 Ed’s Note 6 Your Say 58 Radar 60 Calendar 86 Astroscoop 88 Snaps
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64 The Year I Graduated From Secondary School If you could pen a letter to your 16-year-old self, what would you say? 68 Study In Style Spruce up your workspace with these handmade accessories 72 Pick Your Brains Ace your exams the smart way with these effective hacks 74 Putting The Pro In Procrastination Because who says you can’t be productive when you’re procrastinating? 76 Power-Packed Holidays Now that school’s out, here’s how to make the most of your poly holidays 78 Beyond The Classroom These Singapore Polytechnic innovators are striving to make a difference in the world 80 Drawn To The Arts Local artist Quinn Lum shares his journey on taking the road less travelled 82 Rockabilly Barber Here’s how Faiz Ismail plans to take over the grooming world 84 Quiz: Are You On Overload? Is this quiz stressing you out? 85 Who Run The World? Get your dose of empowerment with these kickass quotes
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Ed's Note Hey everyone,
Exam season is upon us again. Like any
while the ‘O’ Levels are the culmination of
other student, I used to dread exams because
all that you’ve learned throughout secondary
reviewing notes, memorising complicated formulas, doing endless mock papers… The pressure to ace the ‘O’ Levels made the whole process especially daunting because its results would seemingly dictate how the rest of your life went. Those thoughts stressed me out more than all the studying
benchmark, but not a true definition of your future success.
that always meant extra studying;
school, know that these results are a
In our ‘What’s Your Issue?’ column,
we invited millennials to recount
their experiences from their last year of secondary school. Stress from the
‘O’ Levels aside, their stories also include
elements of friendship and nostalgia
combined! Oh, the irony.
that prove education involves much more Looking back a decade later, I’ve come to
than the contents of your textbooks.
realise that these examinations taught me
way beyond the classroom. Taking notes made me see the importance of being meticulous and paying attention, I learned how to work smart and be efficient during crunch time. The endless mugging sessions? It taught me discipline and perseverance. You get the drift. And
Before you deep dive into intense exam prep, check out these useful articles: Stress-
busting superfoods to reach for instead of binging on junk food (p. 12), study hacks that actually work (p. 72) and practical tips on fighting the procrastination bug (p. 74). Now go ahead and own the exams!
Here’s what I’m loving this month! As someone who will never leave the house without drawing on my brows, trying out Maybelline’s Tattoo Brow Gel Tint ($19.90, available in three colours) has me convinced that brow tints are a true beauty timesaver. And it takes only 20 minutes to achieve full arches that’ll last for up to three days!
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Dear Teenage,
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I grabbed the July issue of Teenage and was very surprised to see my favourite band, Bangtan Boys, being featured on the front cover! I always look forward to picking up a copy of the magazine every month.
Teenage magazine has been a part of my life for many years now, ’cause why not?
I really appreciate that the July issue came with four posters. I’ve been reading Teenage for a year now – not only have I picked
up plenty of styling tips, my fashion sense has also become much better thanks to you guys! Reading Teenage has definitely helped me to relieve my stress, especially during exams. Once again, I would like to sincerely thank Teenage for bringing so much more joy and happiness into my life. I can feel the hard work in each issue from reading the wonderful content. All the best to the Teenage team! Love, Gladys
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The content is so interesting – not only do you get to discover delicious places to eat at, you also get to know what are the latest fashion trends, beauty products and many more! I cannot emphasise how happy I always am whenever I flip through the pages. I love that the previous issue is filled with K-pop. I really appreciate soaking up all the fancy pictures and colourful pages. Not to mention the freebies that came with the recent August issue. I will continue to support Teenage magazine and I am excitedly looking forward to the next one! Love, Jia Yi
Dear Teenage, As an avid fan of the local music scene, I was so stoked to see The Sam Willows on the cover of the August issue, along with a bunch of other budding talents. Thanks for shining the spotlight on these homegrown talents and it’d be great if you could showcase more of them in the future! Cheers, Linda
Lifestyle
Keep &Calm 'Gram On Exam crunch time got you all wound up? Check out these super satisfying IG accounts that are bound to turn your frown upside down. BY GERMAINE CHEAH
@DRESSEDTOMATCH The ‘wall scouting’ game has a new player. It all started when Michelle Satterlee wore a Diane von Furstenberg dress to a gallery opening and the ombre piece coincidentally melded with one of the artworks on display, and the idea for her Instagram account struck. Showcasing Michelle and her friends rocking matching garbs against artistic backdrops, the combination of fashion and art is truly masterful. Now, excuse us while we go look for a wall we can coordinate our outfits with.
@IANBARNARD Admit it, you’ve found yourself scrolling through the calligraphy tag on Instagram and secretly wishing you had penmanship as good as theirs. Meet Ian Bernard, who started out as a graphic artist but slowly transitioned into hand-lettering after picking up a Calligraphy for Dummies book. Now, Ian regularly transforms everyday objects into breathtaking pieces of typographic wonder – and even uploads videos of his craft process too!
@WITENRY Taking aesthetic goals to the next level is visual artist Adam Hillman, who elevates typical household items – think stationery to LEGO bricks to food – to gorgeous works of art. Playing around with colour, contrast and texture, each item takes around two hours to create, and a lot longer to conceptualise. But what makes Adam’s feed truly charming is that he also manages throws in literal puns in his captions, which scores him major points in our book.
@TORTUS There’s something addictive about watching pottery in motion, and ceramicist Eric Nathan Landon is a master of the craft. Filled with beautiful imagery and minimalist vibes, Eric showcases “the dance between maker and material” through soothing videos – giving viewers a sneak peek into the arduous hand-crafting process that goes into each ornament. As the Copenhagen artist so eloquently puts it, “pottery is just sexy”, and we can’t help but agree.
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Food For Thought No more pigging out on junk food – eat your feelings the zen way with these stress-busting superfoods. BY CHEW HUI LING
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A POKE THEORY 27 Boon Tat Street, Singapore 069623 Filled with superfood goodness, the Cacaoholic smoothie bowl ($6) comes topped with a drizzle of dark chocolate for a cheat-day treat. The perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth!
DARK CHOCOLATE
Chocolate lovers will be glad to know that those stress-induced sweet cravings might be justifiable after all. But before grabbing that trusty candy bar, make sure you’re reaching out for unadulterated, organic dark chocolate with more than 70 per cent of cocoa. One small square is all you need to trigger those feelgood endorphins in your brain, calming your frazzled nerves in the process. So the next time you’re down in the dumps, pop in a piece for a mood boost!
GUAC & GO 32 Maxwell Rd, Singapore 069115 Chocolate for breakfast? Yes please! A winning combo of protein, fibre and antioxidants, this Dark Chocolate Soy Quinoa Bowl ($10) is perfect for starting your day.
THE DARK GALLERY Millenia Walk #01-K5, Singapore 039596 This new chocolate joint is what sweet dreams are made of. As its name suggests, these guys take their love for dark chocolate very seriously – expect a wide variety of single origin goodies from artisanal ice cream to dessert platters and more.
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AVOCADO
Avocados have taken over both our plates and social media feeds by storm – whether it’s served as a classic avocado toast or mashed up as guacamole dip. Instagram cred aside, this exotic berry also comes loaded with monounsaturated fats (read: ‘good fats’) to help counter the dreaded blood sugar spike that leads to anxiety. However, do note that avocados are high in calories so those watching your waist lines might want to keep the portions in check.
THE POPULUS 146 Neil Road, Singapore 088875 This all-day brunch spot serves up a delectable spread of breakfast classics, but for a healthier alternative, opt for the Avocado Superfood Green Platter ($21) – a delightful portion of avocado, kale and various grains with a sous vide egg atop.
CURIOUS PALETTE 64 Prinsep Street, Singapore 188667 If you’re in the mood for a fancier take on the usual brunch fare, step up your avo game with the Smashed Avocado on Focaccia ($16.50), which comes plated with citrus-cured ocean trout and a sprinkle of crispy bacon for an extra hit of flavour.
MONUMENT LIFESTYLE 75 Duxton Road, Singapore 089534 For good ol’ avocado on toast, these good folks do it the Californian way with delicious avocado spread thick upon sourdough toast. Grab a slice of these artisanal offerings from $6.50.
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Apt For School Your teacher might just give you a pass to use these apps in class. BY BRYAN YEONG
GOCONQR
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY STORE
SCANNER PRO
$5.98, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE
PERIODIC TABLE
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY STORE
In this digital age, having the Chemistry chart printed on paper is impractical – have it ready in the palm of your hand with the Periodic Table app instead, so you can study it on the move to ace that upcoming science test. To make things more interesting, there are also video examples and mini history lessons of each element to keep you glued to your screen. Who knows, you might just be making periodic table puns in no time.
If you’re in the mood to get your brain juices flowing, there’s no better app than GoConqr. An all-encompassing learning platform, get access to everything from useruploaded mind maps to challenging brain teasers. Think of it as a digital study group, where you can bounce discussion opinions off other global users, or partner up with classmates to complete each other’s created quiz. Expanding our knowledge with the possibility of making new friends? Sign us up!
Who needs an old-school scanner when you have the same functionality on your smartphone? For just $5.98, Scanner Pro turns your phone into an effective scanning device similar to a QR code reader, erasing wastage of paper at the same time. From revision notes to receipts, they can be easily converted into a PDF format, and swiftly made able to be shared with your peers via Dropbox or Google Drive. How convenient!
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MY STUDY LIFE
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY STORE
Juggling different modules, project meetings and extra curricular sessions is by no means an easy feat, which is why having the option of a customised timetable will truly come in handy. Enter My Study Life, an e-planner that helps you stay on top of your hectic schedule. Not only does it make scheduling easier, it also keeps tracks of your assignments by sending timely reminders for unfinished tasks and upcoming exams. No more excuses that your dog ate your homework with this nifty app!
FREEDOM
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE
WUNDERLIST
A mobile app that prevents you from using your phone? But how? Well, downloading Freedom will allow you to key in frequent apps or websites you tend to log on to when trying to focus on an assignment, blocking them from being accessible for the time being. It might seem extreme, but ask yourself how many times you’ve procrastinated on homework due to online shopping, or how many five-minute breaks in-between revision you take to refresh your Instagram feed. When it comes to completing work, it’s advised to adopt the “suffer now, enjoy later” mentality – and Freedom is your best friend in helping you achieve as such.
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY STORE
KING OF MATH 2
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE
The sequel to the original King of Math puts your mathematical wits to the test on a whole new level, packaged as a fun and educational game to whip your brain into shape. Climb each level one solved math problem at a time, challenging your mind with questions pertaining to addition, division, fractions and more. The free version limits you to one of its gaming worlds, but unlocking the full version for $4.48 will give you access to more stages to complete and sums to solve. Time to get your thinking cap and inner geek on!
Having multiple assignments and presentations to prep for concurrently can be overwhelming, but don’t fall under the self-destructive trap of bad time management with the assistance of Wunderlist. It seamlessly keeps you organised with the option of having lists of tasks categorised according to subjects, complete with daily alerts so you’ll never miss a deadline again. Want to achieve more? Upgrade to the Pro version to have limitless access to files, assigning and subtasks functions too.
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FLASHCARDS+
FREE, AVAILABLE ON APPLE ITUNES APP STORE AND GOOGLE PLAY STORE
Flashcards+ works similarly to a PowerPoint slide, except for the fact that it’s all on your phone. With this digital solution, you can create your own deck of notes for any topic and have the comfort of having access to them anywhere you are. But perhaps the most useful feature is using it as a guide during class presentations – instead of having clunky paper cards with illegible scribbles, reading off typed pointers with the ease of a swipe will promise a more confident delivery throughout. Time to score those distinctions!
Lookbook
New Kids On The Block SKIP THE COLLEGIATE CLASSICS AND GO FOR UNEXPECTED HUES, PUNCHY PRINTS AND A DOSE OF DOWNTOWN ATTITUDE. BY CHEW HUI LING
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At A Glance
ARIANAGrande
Don’t let her size fool you – Ariana Grande has amassed some monumental figures in her career.
In 2016, Ariana was listed as one of
Time 100 ’s
most influential people. To date, she has gained some
112,000,000
followers on Instagram, putting her ahead of big names like Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, and Beyoncé.
She holds the record for the 2nd most liked tweet ever with over
2.7 million
likes, surpassing that of Ellen DeGeneres’ Oscar selfie tweet. When her Dangerous Woman Tour wraps up later this month, Ariana would have played a total of
78
shows.
Her sophomore studio effort My Everything is Spotify’s highest streamed female album of all-time with over
HER OFFICIAL VEVO CHANNEL IS THE
2.2 billion streams.
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$41.4 million
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MOST SUBSCRIBED CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE.
has already grossed and is the year’s 3rd highest grossing female world tour so far, behind Adele and Celine Dion. *ALL FACTS ACCURATE AT TIME OF PRINT
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Celebs
Reach For The Stars
FROM NICKI MINAJ TO POWER COUPLE BEYONCÉ AND JAY-Z, THESE CELEBRITY DO-GOODERS ARE USING THEIR FAME FOR POSITIVITY BY HELPING TO FUND THEIR FANS’ DREAMS. BY GERMAINE CHEAH
LeBron James Nicki Minaj
LeBron James never went to college, but he’s making sure that kids from his hometown of Akron, Ohio will be able to further their education. Aiming to cut back the soaring high-school dropout rates, the NBA star has pledged to cover all tuition expenses for four years of study in his I Promise program under the LeBron James Family Foundation – which amounts to over $40 million for more than 1,100 students. A true champ on and off the court indeed! ”These students have big dreams, and I’m happy to do everything I can to help them get there. I’m excited to see what these kids can accomplish knowing that college is in their future.”
Nelly
There’s nothing like a tragedy to spur someone on and make a change in the community, and that was what motivated Nelly to create his own scholarship. Following the riots in Ferguson ignited by the death of Michael Brown, he started the Mike Brown Scholarship to honour the slain college student, and in hopes of invoking change in the issues faced by the black community. “We have
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While on a Twitter retweeting spree in support of her new single, one fan’s tweet caught the eye of Nicki Minaj when he asked if she could pay for his college tuition. While we usually see celebs playing down tweets like these, Nicki surprised her followers by announcing that she would help pay off anyone’s student debts so long as they could prove that they were scoring A’s. True to her word, the rap diva proved she was ‘No Fraud’ by dropping thousands of dollars to some 30 fans – and even promised to set up a charity to help more students in the future. Seems like the Twitterverse has a new ‘Queen of Giving’ in its midst!
to get the kids to go out of these communities,” he further explained in a 2015 interview. “Graduate. Get the knowledge. Come back to the community and then they can run it because they understand the people and the severity of the situation.” More impressively, the rapper has also been sending two kids to college every year for the past decade. Way to go, Nelly!
Beyoncé
Celebrating the first anniversary of her Lemonade release in #Beygood fashion, the songstress kickstarted her Formation Scholars Award for the 2017/18 academic year, hoping to “encourage and support young women who are bold, conscious and confident”. Ever the firm believer in female empowerment, Queen Bey’s generous act also got the nod of approval from former First Lady Michelle Obama, who took to Twitter to thank the singer for “investing in our girls”. We’re not sure whether the scholarships will continue in the future, but we certainly have high hopes, ’cause the beyhive’s gotta stick together! ”I have always felt strongly about equal opportunities for women. Girls have to be taught from early on that they are strong and capable of being anything they want to be.”
Wherever Beyoncé ventures, you can be sure that Jay-Z Jay-Z isn’t too far behind – in fact, he actually started advocating for education earlier than his pop star wife! A project dreamt up by the rapper and his mum, the Shawn Carter (Jay-Z’s real name) Scholarship was launched to give disadvantaged children the opportunity to attend university. In return, scholarship recipients are required to either ‘give back’ to the community through any type of volunteer work or serve as mentors to the younger Shawn Carter scholars. Kudos to the hip-hop mogul for helping to nurture well-rounded citizens!
Ellen DeGeneres
We’ve all grown accustomed to the generosity of Ellen DeGeneres. But back in February, the big-hearted host handed out what was perhaps her biggest gift to date – four-year full ride scholarships for 41 high school seniors to any New York state school of their choice, amounting to a staggering $1.6 million in total. Over the years, Ellen has made her mark when it comes to helping those in need, and we’re pretty sure she’s nowhere near done. ”Kindness is something we should all have, and we need more of that out there. That’s the point of being human.”
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Rihanna “When I grow up and get rich, Imma save kids all over the world,” was the promise little RiRi made to herself, after being influenced by commercials on how a mere 25 cent donation could make a difference in a child’s life. Fast forward to today, and Rihanna is practicing what she preaches as she accepts Harvard University’s Humanitarian of the Year Award for 2017. The pop star has done herself proud for her philanthrophic efforts, launching the Global Scholarship Program through her Clara Lionel Foundation which aims to help children receive formal education in over 60 developing countries. Talk about childhood dreams come true! ”My grandmother always used to say if you’ve got a dollar, there’s plenty to share. All you need to do is help one person, expecting nothing in return. To me, that is a humanitarian.”
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BUT THEN I CAME BACK – ESTELLE LAURE
Eden Jones had life all planned out, until she fell into a coma after a horrific accident. After coming to, Eden finds it hard to connect with her family and existing friends, but soon finds comfort in Joe – the best friend of a fellow coma patient, Jasmine, who may soon be gone forever. The only other person who understands what Jasmine is going through, Eden is Joe’s last hope at getting through to his friend, but will she be able to pull Jasmine back from the “other side”?
GOLDENHAND – GARTH NIX
On the way back to Clayr’s Glacier to find a cure for Nicholas Sayre after finding him unconscious and tainted with Free Magic, powerful Abhorsenin-Waiting Lirael comes across a messenger trying to warn her about the Witch With No Face – but who exactly is this Witch, and what is she plotting? As Old Kingdom faces a new threat, Lirael must harness her new powers to forestall the great danger, not only in the living world but also in the cold, remorseless river of Death.
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Stronger
With an iconic photo that captured the hearts of many around the world, Jeff Bauman became the living embodiment of ‘Boston Strong’ after the devastating 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, but his journey to becoming a national hero wasn’t an easy one. Losing both his legs in the blast, follow Jeff’s inspirational story as he tackles months of strenuous physical and emotional rehabilitation, spurred on by the unwavering support from the people around him.
A COURT OF WINGS AND RUIN – SARAH J. MAAS
After the events of A Court of Mist and Fury, Feyre returns to the Spring Court determined to gather information on Tamlin’s dealings with the invading king whilst sowing dissent throughout the ranks. But to engage in the deadly game of deceit means she must always be on her toes, for one slip-up may cause severe backlash not only to her, but to her world as well. As war rages on, Feyre must decide who amongst the High Lords is most trustworthy, but just who will stand and fight with them on the final battlefield?
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Flatliners
Curious to uncover the mystery of an afterlife, five medical students plan to stop their hearts for a couple of minutes at a time, triggering near-death experiences that would give them a firsthand account into what happens after the ‘big sleep’. But as their dangerous experiment continues, the students find themselves confronted by manifestations of their childhood sins. What’s worse is that they’re unsure if what they’re facing is real or hallucination...
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RAINBOW – KESHA
The pop diva is officially back in the game, and boy has she something to say. From the emotional ‘Praying’ and ‘Rainbow’ that will have you ugly-crying, to the fistpumping bangers of ‘Woman’ and ‘B**tards’, Kesha’s third studio album takes listeners on a rollercoaster of emotions. Honest, uplifting and incredibly empowering, we dare say Rainbow was definitely worth the four-year wait.
LUST FOR LIFE – LANA DEL REY
Recalling melancholic nuances that run a similar vein with her previous releases, Lust For Life tackles themes about relationships that are all too familiar. But the most surprising track definitely has to be ‘In My Feelings’, which talks about her failed relationship with rapper G-Eazy as she bitterly croons “Could it be that I fell for another loser?” While the record is everything one expects from the sultry songstress, we sure hope she will be changing things up in her future works.
21 SEP
Kingsman:: The Golden Circle With their headquarters destroyed and the world held hostage, our favourite secret agents head to the other side of the pond to join forces with an allied spy organisation. In this new adventure that will push the agents to the limit, the two organisations will have to set aside their differences in order to defeat Poppy, a notorious criminal mastermind from the secret group, The Golden Circle. Taron Egerton’s badassery aside, it’s safe to say that it’s Colin Firth’s return as Eggsy’s mentor (we knew he wasn’t dead!) that has got us buzzing.
BLACK – LEE HYORI
K-pop’s first-gen princess is all grown up, and this time, she’s doing things her way. While staying true to her pop roots, Hyori switches things up by blending alternative synths and riffs for a more mature overall feel. Even her lyrics evoke a certain level of soulfulness, reflecting where she is in her life right now. For a long awaited comeback, this album falls a little short, but it is a good sign of things to come, and we’re definitely excited for what’s next.
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The Foreigner
Jackie Chan continues to lay speculations about his retirement to rest with his latest project, which sees him taking on the role of a retired military commando, Quan, whose past comes back to haunt him when his daughter is killed in a terrorist attack. As he sets out on his relentless search for the identities of those responsible, Quan is led into a cat-and-mouse conflict with a British government official who may or may not have his own secrets to hide.
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Victoria and Abdul
Personal stories of the British monarch have always fascinated us, and this new tale explores the unexpected friendship between Queen Victoria and an Indian Muslim cleric, Abdul Karim. Within a year of his arrival at the State, Abdul became the Queen’s teacher. Guiding her in all Urdu and Indian affairs, the two forge a controversial yet devoted alliance to one another that manages to survive even the strongest of attempts to destroy it.
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“THE FUTURE
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The Year I Graduated FROM SECONDARY SCHOOL
Sometimes, the most important life lessons are taught outside of the classroom. if you could pen a letter to your 16-year-old self, what would you say? Secondary school is a rite of passage: figuring out your own identity, finding your place in the different cliques, getting over the rebellious teenage phase… on top of the mad rush that is the GCE ‘O’ Levels. We often get so caught up in the chaos of senior year, that it’s easy to forget to reflect on the memories we’ve made. In this issue, we asked the Teenage team and our readers to look back on their formative years – friendship drama, puberty woes and all. Ready for a trip down memory lane?
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“Keep calm and carry on.” – Bryan, Senior Writer
“Live in the present and enjoy every moment.” – Hui Ling, Deputy Editor
Dear Hui Ling, They say that secondary school is the best four years of your life, but what they forgot to tell you is that the years are fleeting – and you don’t realise it until it’s too late. Your teenage memories will be one of your favourite things to look back on. You found yourself a group of friends whom you’ve stuck together with since day one – rushing home after the bell to nerd out on MSN (lyrical statuses and nudging battles, anybody?), bonding over your mutual love for Taiwanese boy bands, and sleeping over at each other’s houses while belting David Archuleta throwbacks. All the long phone convos with your BFFs, wishing secondary school will never end and you’ll be forever 16, are just fond memories now. Call me cliché, but take the time to truly soak in the present moment and cherish all the little things in life. Before you know it, you will be going your separate ways and finding your own paths. The good days may be over, but there are going to be so many better years ahead of you. This is the time you really start learning about yourself, and you’d be surprised how this newfound sense of confidence is going to bring you places far beyond your dreams. It’s gonna be a long ride, but I’ve got your back.
Whether you like it or not, being at the awkward age of 16 was undeniably memorable. Puberty kicked in, friendships tested by petty situations, and teenage angst was at its peak. And the most pressing issue? Taking the dreaded ‘O’ Levels before facing a fork in the road of life head on, career paths decided by an unassuming, yet vital piece of paper. I remember the moment I received my ‘O’ Level results as clear as day. With my name at the fourth position on the class register, it wasn’t long into the ceremony that I was next in line with bated breath, hoping for the best but expecting the worst. It didn’t help either that my anxious mother was waiting just outside the hallway – her dreams of me getting into a Junior College held freshly in my mind – and fellow students were reacting with celebratory clenched fists in the air. This was it. My heart skipped a beat, then sank into a pool of dismay as I looked at the disappointing digits on my paper. Some classmates and I revelled in our bittersweet states at a coffee shop nearby our school after, but no sips of Milo or plates of curry chicken could wash away the misery that day. I ended up taking on a Business Administration diploma in Polytechnic before eventually enrolling for a Media and Communications degree in university – the latter of which was my intention all along, although against the advice of relatives in fear that it would be “too streamlined”. But regrets, I have none. I believe that things worked out the way they were supposed to, so never fear that it’s the end when something doesn’t go as planned. Life might throw you a curveball from time to time, but never forget that it’s always still in your court.
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“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” – Germaine, Editorial Assistant
Dear Germaine, You’re about to be in for a rude awakening. This is the year that you’ll realise that society – and that unfortunately includes some of the closest people around you – is going to do everything they can to put you down. What’s more, you’re going to find out that you’ll have to work a lot harder than you thought you had to, to prove those naysayers wrong. Like every other 16-year-old before you, this is the year that you’ll decide on a career path, and you’ll be excited at all the prospects available to you. See, in a culture that celebrates doctors and lawyers, the career you’ll want to pursue is deemed unconventional. As such, you’ll be on the receiving end of snide comments when other people learn about your career choice. It will hurt, and you’ll learn that not everything in life is all sunshine and rainbows – that’s just the way life is. However, what they don’t tell you is that you’re gonna kill the game. You definitely won’t do it right off the bat, but you’ll succeed eventually. At first, doubt and insecurities will start plaguing your mind. But as they say, what doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger, so go forth and embrace whatever’s about to come your way. The best is yet to come.
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SOLID FOUNDATION For the minimalist at heart, you’ll love these striking phone stand, planter and container, which are all meticulously crafted from concrete. Unleash your inner artist at the Concrete Casting Workshop conducted by Desinere, where you’ll learn how to mould casts using plastic sheets and mix cement to create some truly unique accents! For more information, visit www.desinere.com.sg
PIPE IT DOWN Want to mimic that coveted cafe ambience at home? Infuse a warm glow to your desk with these industrialstyle copper lamps. Assemble your own with copper pipes, plumbing hardware and a solid wood plank at MAKE YOUR OWN’s Industrial Copper Lamp with Pipe Bending Workshop. For more information, visit www.makeyourown.sg
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Beyond The
CLASSROOM School may be out for the big kids, but these Singapore Polytechnic (SP) innovators are striving to make a difference in their spare time. While secondary school students are hitting the books, Polytechnic kids are making the most of their semester break this September – whether to pursue hobbies or simply recharge for the new chapter ahead. But for these Singapore Polytechnic students, it’s also a great time to broaden their horizons. Three student teams from SP ventured out to neighbouring countries, developing innovative solutions to help improve the lives of others. Serving the community while flexing their creative muscles? That’s the way!
SP and UEH students hard at work on building the milk soap prototype!
Soap products made with milk are not new in the market – coconut milk, almond milk, goat milk, you name it – but surplus cow milk? That’s a first, all thanks to the brilliant minds of five Diploma in Chemical Engineering students turned ‘soap makers’. Goh Yu Tian, Lee Shi Er, Lo Jia Jee, Roselle Ong Hui Loo and Tan Wee Keat are the masterminds behind this ingenious idea of repurposing excess cow milk into soap, in a bid to help farmers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam cope with the ever-growing problem of milk wastage. After researching methods of processing soap and experimenting with different oils, the LeX+ team arrived at the perfect formulation. The result is an
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all-natural, additives-free soap that’s environmentallyfriendly and suitable for sensitive skin types. Collaborating with students from the University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), they were also able to understand consumer behaviours in Vietnam and tailored the product to optimise its selling points. As part of their entrepreneurship module, the Diploma in Business Administration students launched the cow milk soap under the brand FAIRE, which will soon be hitting shelves as an artisanal beauty product in both Vietnam and Singapore. “One thing that’s unforgettable was the commitment of the students from UEH. We had to work at a fast pace, but they showed no signs of exhaustion even after long days of discussion and research. The effort that they had shown throughout this trip was the driving force that pushed me during the project.” – Goh Yu Tian, Diploma in Chemical Engineering
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The next time you knock over the salt the LeX+ team came up with the shaker, remember that Vietnamese Salt Wheel – a low-cost alternative salt farmers have to deliver 80kg that withstands corrosion caused of wet salt on their backs at a time by salt and can be easily moved during harvest. That’s about to over mushy grounds. Aside from change, as Diploma in Chemical transportation, the wheel is also Engineering students Lee Hui Ting, capable of storing salt. After several Nataasha Elvita Tan and Muhammad rounds of refining ideas, their Rifdil’arifin Bin Rizwan along with efforts paid off. The prototype was Diploma in Perfumery and Cosmetic not only featured at the Young Science student Esther Chan Hui, have Social Entrepreneurs programme by devised a solution to the predicament Singapore International Foundation, salt farmers face. As wheelbarrows it also qualified for top 20 among 189 are inconvenient teams at the Hong Kong Poly-U Global for rocky terrains, Student Challenge. The Salt Wheel team had “I was working on this project on top of juggling my studies, a firsthand and it was a valuable experience as I learnt to accept failure. experience Even if something doesn’t work out, it’s not the end. We must living the always continue to improvise and seek out new solutions.” lives of the – Lee Hui Ting, Diploma in Chemical Engineering salt farmers.
What is LeX+? Ending off their LeX+ trip on a harmonious note with a group photo with the local professors and students.
What do engineering and mushrooms have in common? For third-year students Lim Fang Yi, Loh Kuan Ming, Natalie de Guzman and Navindran Chandran, their background in engineering came in handy when they embarked on a LeX+ project to Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Cultivating mushrooms has never been easier – with Shroom Sense, farmers are now able to water their crops at optimal times by monitoring the humidity and temperature levels. Partnering with Bosch and students from Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta, the
LeX+ is a social innovation programme at Singapore Polytechnic where students, together with partnering ASEAN universities, join hands in the co-development of functional solutions that seeks to improve lives.
team came up with a prototype of a monitoring system that collects data of climatic conditions, which is then mined to develop sustainable agricultural practices. Each of them also had a part to play in coding, mechanical skills and documentation. Despite early obstacles, this cross-cultural experience has taught them how to work in tandem with different groups of people.
“Creating something and being able to implement it in another part of the world, and seeing how it could help other people made this trip a unique experience.” – Natalie de Guzman, Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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Are You On Overload? FEELING LIKE A BUNDLE OF NERVES OR A COOL CUCUMBER? TAKE THIS QUIZ TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU STAND ON THE STRESS-O-METER. BY GERMAINE CHEAH
Tick the sentences that best describe you: You clock less than seven hours of sleep a day. You can’t remember the last time you went on a vacation. Your mind constantly focuses on the “what could have beens” instead of the “what has already happened”. You make a beeline for the unhealthiest junk food when faced with pressure. Your schedule is often overpacked that you find yourself double booking appointments.
COOL AS A CUCUMBER What stress? Even in the presence of surmounting school work and exams, you always maintain your cool because you know how to prioritise your responsibilities and keep yourself organised. Hardly anything makes you anxious, but when something does, you exhibit good control over your emotions and are able to handle the situation with a level head. Good on you!
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You’ve had a meltdown while you’re trying to study for an exam. You sometimes find yourself snapping at even the most trivial of matters. You rely on caffeinated drinks to get you through the day more than you should. You worry about other people’s opinions about you. You have random outbursts that your friends and family are used to dealing with.
A LIL’ STRESSED, BUT IT’S NOTHING YOU 5 – 10 CAN’T HANDLE Although you’re generally coping well, there are moments when you just can’t help but feel overwhelmed – and that’s okay. On the upside, you have a good support system around you so don’t be afraid to lean on them when times get hard. Instead of sweating the small stuff, take the time to invest in these relationships and surround yourself with positive vibes.
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You find yourself falling ill more often than not. You automatically assume the worst when something doesn’t go as planned. You often come home with aching muscles, and you don’t even work out! You get impatient when facing delays (e.g. friends making you wait, bad traffic etc.) You find yourself having trouble concentrating during class.
ARE YOU SURE YOU’RE OKAY?
10 – 15 Oh dear, you’re burnt out, aren’t you? Get a handle on your frazzled nerves by taking time out each day to de-stress – whether it’s confiding in a close friend, writing in a journal or sweating it out at the gym. On top of it all, learn to prioritise your workload so you’ll be able to get things done more efficiently. You’ve got this!
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Who Run The World? Let the words of these kickass femmes empower you to be the best. BY CHEW HUI LING
ALWAYS GO TO WORK “ YOU TRYING TO DO YOUR BEST, BUT YOU HAVE TO REMIND YOURSELF
GIGI HADID
THAT EVERYONE MESSES UP AND
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IT'S NOT THE END OF THE WORLD.
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NOT A PLACE WE GO TO TRY TO FIT IN. BE YOURSELF. BELIEVE IN WHAT YOU KNOW AND NOT WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT YOU.” – Hailee Steinfeld
AMY POEHLER
TINA FEY
“ YOU CAN’T BE THAT
KID STANDING AT
THE TOP OF THE WATER SLIDE,
YOU HAVE
“I believe great people do things before they are ready.”
THE CHUTE. ”
“ YOU HAVE TO
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FIRST OF
OVERTHINKING IT.
TO GO DOWN
IT'S TOO SHORT AND
BECOME THE
YOURSELF BEFORE YOU TRY TO BE THE SECOND OF ANYONE. ”
ARIANA GRANDE
YOU'RE TOO SPECIAL.”
– BoA
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The 8th edition of the annual Teenage Dance Challenge opens the dance floor to two main categories – Rookie and Open – where contestants will battle it out, street dance style. In addition, we are introducing ‘K-pop Dance Cover’, a new category which allows K-pop enthusiasts to bring to life their favourite choreographies and impress the crowd!
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STREETDANCE Groove along to R&B or show us your best hip-hop moves in English and/or K-pop Rookie Category: 13 to 16 years old Open Category: 13 to 25 years old Song criteria: English and/or K-pop
K-POPDANCECOVER Channel your favourite acts and wow the crowd with your K-pop flair 13 to 25 years old Song criteria: K-pop
Gather Your Crew Now And Register At
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AUDITIONS
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