Perspectives
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The Cost of Fast Fashion
Sasha Ling explores the impact of the fast fashion industry and finds out how we can be more conscious consumers of fashion.
Ready, Set, Fly! HYPE’s Declassified Singapore Vaccinated Travel Lane Guide
Wondering what travelling via the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) is like? Tan Jia Hao shares his insider tips and tricks based on his experience travelling via the VTL.
The Duality of Health In A Pandemic-Stricken World
With spin classes held in former nightclubs and a rise in home-based bakeries, the pandemic has shown two sides of society’s consciousness towards health. Claire Ng Min uncovers how fitness and healthy eating have adapted in Singapore.
The Middle Child: More Than Just Forgotten
Some believe it’s a myth, yet others have gone through the implications of Middle-Child Syndrome firsthand. Htet Htet Nay Aung explores how this syndrome has affected the childhood and development of youths.
The Transformation of Pop Culture: Why Gender-Defying Artists Have Invaded Music
From the viral popularity of Kim Petras’ ‘Coconuts’ to the explosion of non-binary pop stars into the mainstream, the past decade has been exciting for transgender and gender non-conforming artists. Gabrielle Ang investigates.
My Digital Romance: Why Long-distance Relationships Thrive With Tech
With the rapid and vast adoption of technology in today’s world, Noreen Shazreen explores how long-distance relationships can thrive in this digital age.
The Pandemic’s Parasocial Phenomenon
The need for social interaction is crucial, especially in a global pandemic. Sasha Ling explores the role parasocial relationships play in the COVID-19 pandemic and how online interactions have evolved with the rise of livestreaming.