Author: Alfieyah Abdullah

I'm past the night-owl stage. Current status: A permanently exhausted pigeon drowning in coffee.

Look out your window. Is it hot? Does the thought of having to walk that short distance to buy lunch feel like you’re about to hike up a hill? Then I’m sure you’ll share my excitement about the prospect of owning a wearable air conditioner because honestly, who has the time (and hands) to carry a portable electric fan anymore? Sony’s Reon Pocket is a wearable ‘air conditioner’ that fits into a small slot in a special inner t-shirt. The small device is lighter than your phone and uses the Peltier Effect to lower or increase the temperature. Although it won’t…

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Back to encourage volunteerism and the spirit of altruism, Singapore’s Social Cause Music Festival, Music For A Cause (MFAC) returns for its 4th Edition in 2019 as part of Singapore’s YouthX Festival. Organised by Love Action Project, the festival will feature 13 local bands and artists – Jack & Rai, 53A and Charlie Lim to name a few – and is headlined by jazz vocalist, Joanna Dong. The aim of MFAC is to generate awareness and funding for the social causes that they support like Singapore Reefs (OSR), Campus PSY (Peer Support For Youths) and Babes. This year, they’ll be…

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Let’s be real. How many times have you already visited Jewel Changi Airport, stopped and stared at the vortex of water hidden in the jungle or groaned at the lines that wind around Shake Shack and A&W? Well, instead of waiting for the Jurassic Park theme song to start playing from Jewel’s indoor forest, why don’t you delve into the other fun things to do in this gem of a building? I’ll do you one better. Try out Jewel Changi Airport’s Pokemon Explorer (PEX) app and have a mini Amazing Race within the building! Free-To-Play & Easily Accessible Download the…

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I have a list that says ’10 things to avoid if I want to live longer’. Adrenaline junkies have a list that’s probably titled ‘The infinite ways to get one step closer to a heart attack and still survive.’ My point is, I won’t choose to free-fall from a building if I can go down a slide. Regardless, if you’re a little on the fence about the whole heights thing, the Mega Adventure Park in Sentosa will give you just a taste of a day in the life of an adrenaline junkie, whilst allowing you to survive. We entered through…

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Remember the amazing race game we’d have to go through during orientation camps? The adrenaline and competitiveness is now a thing of the past for me. I’m way past my school-by (sell-by) date. Basically, orienteering is a good replacement for anyone who’s suffering from those amazing race withdrawal symptoms or if you’re always caught in the middle of the “I have a better sense of direction than you,” debate. Orienteering is a new sport that requires navigational skills using a map and compass to quickly travel between marked locations across unfamiliar terrain. Who knew that something originating from the Swedish…

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After a well-spent day failing at playing beach volleyball, cycling around Sentosa and going on the various rides in Universal Studios Singapore till our legs feel like jelly, we all need to give ourselves a break. What about somewhere in the air? No, we’re not talking bungee jumping just yet. Jump on the Skyline Luge; a part chairlift and part gravity-fuelled ride. Take the chairlift up to soak up the incredible surrounding views and feel the rush as you descend down the Luge’s purpose-built tracks. An Uplifting Experience I definitely don’t recommend you going on the Skyride (it’s like one…

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My Instagram explore feed is filled with kitchen interiors and the trendy vintage tile backsplash.  But, since I can’t afford to spend (and hack my kitchen walls) all that money on re-tiling, I might resort to buying the latest Starbucks Peranakan merchandise that they’re dropping for National Day 2019. Their new merchandise is specially created to showcase the nuances in Singapore’s vibrant culture. Embrace nostalgia with the Starbucks Vintage Tile Mugs (14oz) at S$20.90 or the Starbucks re-usable bag at S$15.90. If you’re not a mug person or you’re like me and have one too many bags, then add their…

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I was dreading my visit to Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park. Did I really want to be physically attacked by giant, flapping things? No. If there’s one animal I fear more than fear itself, it’s pigeons. I was besieged by a whole flock of pigeons whilst travelling in Europe. So I’ve now come to stereotype all birds as “flying-poo-bombs”. Surprisingly, after my visit, I realise there’s a lot more to these balls of fluff and feathers than I expected. Arriving at Jurong Bird Park in the early afternoon on a weekday, all is calm. No throngs of tourists, tour buses or…

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Despite being born in Singapore, I’ve never stepped foot in Sentosa’s Adventure Cove Waterpark until this visit. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve got a fear of sudden drops and the occasional rollercoaster. But if you combine both those elements and add water, all fear disappears. I guess all this while, I’ve been a fish out of water.  The blazing sun and insane humidity made me look forward to the water even more so. I was so grateful the June holidays had already ended and I could possibly channel my inner Moana. Yet, for a weekday, families and tourists mobbed the…

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With every death-and-gravity defying theatrical display, there are bound to be more than a few things that would catch my attention. Seeing snippets of Kurios – Cabinet of Curiosities by Cirque du Soleil for the first time, I’m left in absolute awe by the aerialists, acrobats and wacky characters that make their appearance. However, my eyes seem to be drawn constantly to the intricate details coupled with the steampunk elements scattered throughout the costumes. The costume and prop collection from KURIOS differs from previous editions of Cirque du Soleil because of the electronic and mechanical elements fused together with their…

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Throwback to Singapore secondary school days when my go-to powder and eyeliner came from Silkygirl and not Sephora. Let’s be real, there are days when we want to dress up a little, but we don’t want to spend all that money beating our faces or caring about every strand of hair on our heads. Here are 10 beauty products under S$15 in Singapore that could get you one step closer to becoming Beyonce. Well, at least on a budget. You can get these beauty items from retail stores in Singapore. 1. Batiste Dry Shampoo I swear by Batiste’s dry shampoo.…

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The 90s; it was a good time while it lasted. Local Singaporean shows we all loved, like Under One Roof, Mcdonalds and their iconic (and no longer existent) chicken McCrispy, plus our favourite past time – singing emo love songs to random boy band posters on our wall; sound familiar? If you’re feeling reminiscent, nostalgic and you’re a millennial wanting to binge watch all the Blues Clues episodes, here are 10 best online sites where you can find old-school content. 1. Singapore Commercials This Youtube channel has every other Singaporean commercial listed; even some from before the 90s era! One…

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It’s Friday night. You’re stuck in your HDB pining for a social life. You’re not a clubber, you’re possibly allergic to alcohol and endless supper nights are giving you an unnecessary bulge. What’s left? Surprisingly, there are places in Singapore that are open 24 hours; especially useful for the insomniac or the person who’s up for a no-sleep challenge. 1. Buy Too Much At Mustafa Centre A haven for locals and tourists alike, Mustafa Centre has everything you want and need. The storefront itself is littered with shelves and shelves of just stuff. They have products ranging from unique snacks, groceries,…

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Things that I miss as a 90s kid? Probably being able to appreciate my youth and the existence of real human interaction. I’m kidding (only partially). Regardless, growing up in the 90s hold some of the best memories of my life, despite the significance of ‘the belt’ and ‘the cane’. Here are some things that you might be able to relate to if you were a 90s kid in Singapore. 1. Neoprints Aside from cheap eyeshadow palettes that existed then, Neoprint machines were the saviour for all of us who didn’t know how to use makeup properly. This was the…

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I think ‘job seekers’ should be an employment category on its own.  Job searches have since become part of every unemployed Singaporean’s daily routine; especially for fresh graduates. “Why you never find job?” “Study so hard, still cannot get job for what?” There are days we wished we had permanent earplugs. It’s not that we aren’t applying. Let’s be real. We probably swipe-to-refresh our emails more than we do dating apps. Here’s a list of 10 job portals in Singapore that could potentially provide you with the commitment you need – work. 1. Hatch Despite the right qualifications, it can…

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