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From a very healthy lifestyle to a craftsmen breathing life into some unloved objects, here are some of our favourite stories from the past few weeks.

The Girl Who Kicked Her Way To The National Team At 15

“Boys won’t believe that girls can play this sport, because it’s very dangerous. It’s okay. I’ll prove to them that girls can play Sepaktakraw.” At 15, Zaty joined the Women’s National Team for Sepaktakraw, a sport that carries years of Malay tradition and history. She shares her struggle

by RICE February 10, 2022

On Being Fat & Lonely: The BBFAs of HardwareZone

‘I look very ugly, so when I go to the street, people look at me weirdly, like, “This guy is bloody ugly, needs plastic surgery”.’ For HardwareZone user @LocalITGuy who identifies as a BBFA (Bui Bui Forever Alone), being confident about his physical appearance has been a daily struggle. B

by RICE January 19, 2022

A Sustained Problem: Plastic vs Paper

Taking away or ordering in our food has become second nature since most of us have started working from home, and of course, we need some way to carry them: plastic bags. Thousands of them. This increased consumption has raised some concerns, with many criticizing the usage of plastic. But at th

by RICE January 10, 2022

If Vaping In Singapore Is Illegal, Why Do People Still Risk Using It?

If vaping in Singapore is illegal, why do people still risk using it? To investigate the vaping phenomenon, we go on the ground to hear what has been said about e-cigarettes, and learn the reasons why people risk getting caught despite its illegal status. Disclaimer: RICE does not encourage th

by RICE December 25, 2021

Mothers Discuss Self-Love and Intimate Care After Childbirth

Many mothers don’t find themselves attractive after childbirth. How do they even begin to love their own body in a culture that seems to desexualise mothers? Two young mums open up about the relationships they have with their bodies, self-love and how they learned to take care of their intimate

by RICE December 25, 2021

A Voice For The Four-Legged: Fighting Against Pet Abuse

As more Singaporeans seek to adopt a furry companion, a noticeable rise in pet abandonment and abuse cases indicates a growing need for animal welfare. An independent animal rescue volunteer, Wati’s life revolves around advocating for responsible pet ownership, as she strives to find the foreve

by RICE September 30, 2021

John Shadow: The Teenage Rapper Chasing Fame

“My dream is to have many followers and tour the world." A victim of bullying during his schooling days, local rapper John Shadow was driven by loneliness to the point of suicidal ideation. The turning point for him was the discovery of music, and how it allowed him to make sense of his emotion

May 14, 2022

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This Is The Cost Of Being Sexually Healthy in Singapore

“It’s all your fault, so you should pay for it." In Asia, the conservative culture we’ve been exposed to tends to equate sexually-transmitted illnesses with shameful promiscuity. But as younger generations start to have more open conversations about their sex lives, the importance of protec

April 30, 2022

Shot on iPhone 13 Pro — Poached

Big ambitions clash in tiny kitchens in the name of Singapore’s beloved chicken rice. Apple presents a documentary about hawker pride and conviction, set in the famous Maxwell Food Centre. From the creator of Chef’s Table and director of Jiro Dreams of Sushi, David Gelb. Shot on iPhone 13 Pro.

April 16, 2022

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