There is no clear definition of music. Music can be defined by its genre, as a collection of notes – or simply as a pleasure or passion! It is a pathway, a world full of harmonious melodies, tingling tunes, and a full story of mystery, romance and so much more. Different instruments can lead you to various routes, from smooth jazz and heavy rock to elegant classic, all of your choice. But despite this, many of you may know little about some of history's renowned musicians. Pe

“If I’m not exhausted, I must not be doing enough,” is a familiar motto students convince themselves into as they descend to latent burnout. Assignments stack on top of already-loaded extracurriculars; language, sports, and music classes blend into one as “musts” for basic survival; college preparation is a major concern for children who haven’t even hit their growth spurt. Everyone weeps of tantalising stress yet is only met with a groaned “same here.” How did this grow into

Christmas is just around the corner, and sooner or later, amazing photos of influencers, TikTokers, and people you probably follow will begin to flaunt their digital cameras looking crisp and vibey, something that’s almost impossible to recreate on a phone. Chances are, if you search for “digital camera” on popular platforms like TikTok, the Canon G7X Mark III or II will be the first thing to pop up. But of course, that begs the question: is this camera actually worth it, and

Ho Chi Minh City is vast, and there’s no doubt about it. One thing people often reminisce about is the football pitches around Saigon. However, there are frequent complaints about their scarcity. In this article, I will discuss the positives and negatives of the football pitches, along with some statistics. By the end of this report, you’ll be equipped to enhance your well-being and sporty journey in the most effective way possible. Let’s start with the positives. The first t

A language that was never spoken but instead symbolised through a bowl of peeled oranges that tasted like a hint of garlic and onions that was left on the same knife that my mother used to make dinner.  It is often evident in Asian culture that terms of endearment such as “I love you” are never to be spoken aloud, or affection like “I missed you” would never be echoed throughout the upbringing of a child. Even pride – a phrase as simple as "I'm proud of you" would almost feel

Many teens now all dress identically, in low-rise jeans or Hollister tops, waiting to be let into the hottest shopping destination ports. The way most teens dress now can take away uniqueness and creativity. Some people complain that TikTok trends seem to be influencing young teens to dress according to the latest trends, but really, following trends is not all that bad. In this article, we will discuss different high-fashion brands and their pros and cons, including Brandy M

Think deeply. What are your true opinions? Not influenced by wanting to defy stereotypes – not influenced by trying to appeal to friends. Who are you? Do you even know your true stances?  When you are lying to yourself, it is called self-deception, delusion, confabulation, and many more things. What it should be called, though, is harmful, confusing, and even destructive sometimes. Self-deception is when you believe something untrue about yourself unconsciously. It’s the most

Life is art. On an individual level art enhances our lives by building and nurturing emotional and cognitive growth. Art is a way we can express ourselves. Art is a way we can visibly show our emotions. For the creator, art can be therapeutic as an outlet to let out our emotions – for the viewer, connecting with a piece of art can highlight new perspectives and make them think about their own emotions in a deeper meaning. It helps foster your creativity and critical thinking.

By Caroline Lee Beauty, although greatly subjective, exists within surprisingly consistent boundaries in many societies. Beauty standards have constantly changed throughout humanity, varying between cultures and eras but still consist of many common desired features. I deeply resonate with the idea that inner beauty holds deeper value than outward appearance. Yet, as humans, we adore beautiful things to the point where it can alter our well being and many of our daily life de

Many artists would sympathise with the struggles of losing meaning within their art. Whether you create as a hobby or as a passion, you often find yourself being immersed in your craft. However, as you progress with your art, you might start to feel as though you are not good enough. This is false. Ngo Van Sac is a Vietnamese artist who embodies the transformative power of destruction and rebirth. His work encapsulates the feelings of self-doubt with a hopeful outlook, which

Human beings live inside stories they believe to be true. Routines, predictions, and familiar patterns form a world that feels stable enough to stand on. But beneath that thin layer of order lies something vast, ancient, and unsettling: the unknown. We fear it not because we are weak, but because the mind depends on certainty the same way the body depends on oxygen. When certainty thins out, reality becomes slippery. We realise how fragile our understanding of the world truly

Have you ever used your own saliva to clean things, even if it felt a bit yucky? Well, this article hopes to relieve you from the disgust, and show you how your spit could actually outclean pre-existing soap. Now if you thought science was all about being nerdy, you should think twice.  The Ig Nobel Prize - What exactly is it?  The word ‘Ig Nobel’ is a wordplay mixing up ‘ignoble’, meaning dishonourable or unworthy, and the infamous Nobel Prize. Ignoble prize’s history begins

Cancer treatment is entering a new era. For decades patients with the same type of cancer were given identical treatments, regardless of individual differences. Today, advancements in personalised medicine are transforming this approach by tailoring medicines/treatments to each patient’s genetics, lifestyle and tumour characteristics. This innovation is not only improving survival rates but also reshaping how doctors diagnose and treat cancer. At the heart of personalised med

Understanding Cyclothymia, Anxiety, and Depersonalisation in a world that rarely slows down. By Sophia Nguyen Mental health is often reduced to a few familiar words: depression, anxiety, and burnout. But the mind is not that simple. It bends, adapts, hides, and often misfires in ways that do not always make sense to those outside of it. Teenagers today are more open about mental health than ever, but some disorders remain unspoken about. Between grades, friendships, and the p

Typhoon Kalmaegi brought powerful winds and heavy rain to central Vietnam, killing at least five people and leaving over 1.2 million households without power. Thousands of homes were damaged in provinces like Gia Lai and Dak Lak. Officials warn that climate change may be making such storms stronger and more frequent. The Storm and its Impact on Vietnam In early November 2025, Vietnam was struck by Typhoon Kalmaegi, one of the most powerful storms of the year. The typhoon brou