Blast from the Past: Uncovering Youths’ Obsession with Vintage Culture
We’ve all been taught to appreciate our heritage from a young age, but what has sparked teens’ recent interest in all things vintage? CHLOE WONG investigates whether youths truly see vintage culture in a sentimental light.
Daniel Tian Boon Keng: Life After Incarceration
EUGENE CHUA speaks to ex-maximum security prison inmate Daniel Tian Boon Keng as he shares his life journey, from his various incarcerations to what inspired him to turn over a new leaf.
Up Close and Personal with Open House 2023: 3 Things To Look Out For
GWENNETH TEO goes behind the scenes of Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s (NP) 2023 Open House and reports on what visitors can look forward to now that this event is back in full swing.
The HYPE 2022 Christmas Gift Guide
Get ready for the holiday season with our ultimate Christmas gift guide, featuring the best gifts for every budget and interest, lovingly gathered by ASHLEY WONG and EUGENE CHUA.
Adding a Singaporean Twist to Perfume-Making Workshops
ZHAO JIAMIN visits Scentopia for a custom perfume making session and documents her experience.
Blonde, pink, rainbow: How we express ourselves through hair
CELEST TEO looks into why people are obsessed with dyeing their hair, and tries it for herself for the first time at NK Hairworks.
In Symmetry: A Tale of Two Concerts
A newbie gig-goer meets a concert junkie. HYPE editors CELEST TEO and ASHLEY WONG attend back-to-back concerts presented by Symmetry Entertainment and reflect on their different journeys with live music.
Turning Tides for Blind Boxes
CHLOE WONG explores the resurgence of blind boxes in Singapore, and speaks to blind box enthusiasts to find out more.
Adopt, Don’t Shop: Are you ready for the responsibilities of adopting a pet?
When it comes to getting a new pet, we are often encouraged to adopt, not shop. However, what is the reality behind each adoption, and how does it differ from buying a pet directly from a pet shop? Follow ZHAO JIAMIN as she explores the adoption process.