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PAST:HANGOUTS
"HOT" places of the past
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BIZARRE JOBS
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CONTENTS
TOPÂ 5 RETRO CAFES IN SINGAPORE
Looking for cafes that'll take you back in time?
Quirky jobs you never knew about
HIDDEN GEMS IN SINGAPORE
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FUTURISTIC INVENTIONS
Keep up with these new inventions!
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WILL ROBOTS EVER REPLACE YOU?
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Head down to these places for a pleasant surprise
How many more generations do humans have?
TOP 5
RETRO CAFES in SINGAPORE
Coffee and friends make the perfect blend. Check out these 5 cafes that will definitely bring you and your friends back in time!
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Source: Reddot Design Museum
My Awesome Cafe Wondering if it’s an old traditional Chinese medical centre? Gotcha! That’s a cafe!
202 Telok Ayer Street Singapore 068639 Tel: +65 8428 0102
Price:
Operating Hours Mon to Tue: 7:45am – 10pm Wed to Fri: 7:45am – 12am Sat: 9am – 10pm Sun: 9am – 6pm Proximity (from PJC): Downtown Line (Telok Ayer) - Walk (3 mins) Estimated Travelling Time: 1 hour
Insta-worthy: Food: Most recommended dish: My Awesome Salad $15
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Source: Teenage
Old School Delights Chalkboards, exercise books, card games and classroom style furnitures - the ‘old school classroom’ will definitely leave you with an unforgettable experience!
215 Upper Thomson Road Singapore 574349 Tel: +65 6458 4518
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Operating Hours Tue to Fri: 11:30am – 10:30pm Sat to Sun: 11am – 10:30pm Closed on Mon
Insta-worthy: Food: Most recommended dish: Old School Heritage Mee Siam $5.50
Proximity (from PJC): 190 - 132 - Walk (2 mins) Estimated Travelling Time: 1 hour
Brunches Cafe The cafe is suitable for students to study at as the environment is quiet and not very crowded. To add on, relaxing jazz and piano music is played, creating an even more pleasant atmosphere. However, the food and drinks might not be very affordable to students and I personally do not find the food very satisfying.
Maung Aung Khant Tun 17S21
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Turn 360 degrees, I would bet that you can’t find a spot without vintage decorations! Come at the right time and you might be able to get a seat in the vintage mini-cooper… Oops, I mean the mini-cooper transformed dining table.
Price: Insta-worthy: Food: Most recommended dish: Truffle Fries $9.50
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96 Rangoon Road Singapore 218381 Tel: +65 8685 8488 Operating Hours Mon, Wed to Sun: 9am – 7pm Closed on Tue Proximity (from PJC): Downtown Line(Little India) North East Line(Farrer Park) - Walk (4 mins) Estimated Travelling Time: 1 hour
Source: hungrygowhere
Wheeler's Yard Have you ever wondered how it is like to combine a bicycle warehouse with a traditional cafe? Wheeler’s Yard is the answer!
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Insta-worthy: Food: Most recommended dish: Scrambled Egg with Smoked Salmon Set $6
28 Lorong Ampas Singapore 328781 Tel: +65 6254 9128
Operating Hours Tue to Thurs: 10:30am – 10pm Fri to Sat: 10.30am – 11pm Tue to Thurs: 10:30am – 10pm Closed on Mon Proximity (from PJC): 190 - 186 - Walk (6 mins) Estimated Travelling Time: 1 hour 15 mins
Old Habits Overall, I felt that the meal at the cafe was quite worthy. The roast chicken set consisting of the roast chicken, soup, as well as the drink, costs $20. The chicken was really tender and juicy, it’s definitely one of the best chicken I’ve ever eaten. As for the pumpkin soup, despite my usual dislike for it, I enjoyed theirs as it was not too thick and had a mild pumpkin flavour. However, I don’t recommend Pioneers to study there because the cafe isn’t very spacious and comfortable for studying. Source: Old Habits Facebook Page
Appreciate the lifestyle of the past and immerse in the memories of the olden days…
Price: Insta-worthy: Food: Most recommended dish: Roast Chicken Set $20
Blk 38, Telok Blangah Rise Singapore 090038 Tel: +65 9644 2777
Hua Jie Min 17A02
Operating Hours Tue to Thu, Sun: 11am – 9:30pm Fri to Sat: 11am – 10:30pm Closed on Mon Proximity (from PJC): Downtown Line(Chinatown) - 124 - Walk (5 mins) Estimated Travelling Time: 1 hour 30 mins
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Past: Hangouts Ever wondered where your parents went on their dates? THE PREVIOUS GENERATION OF SINGAPOREANS DEFINITELY ENJOYED THEIR TIME AT SOME EXCITING PLACES THAT WE MIGHT BE UNABLE TO VISIT NOW. LET'S TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF THEM TO EXPLORE THE FAVOURITE HANGOUTS OF SINGAPOREANS IN THE PAST!
1. Haw Par Villa Haw Par Villa was constructed in 1937. It had more than 1000 statues and featured a boat ride through the "Ten Courts of Hell", known for its scary and realistic illustrations. Unfortunately, this place is nowhere near its popularity during its heydays now. However, with the introduction of the trendy escape game and the continuous renovation efforts, this place could certainly regain its erstwhile glory very soon.
Mdm Ang Soh Luan —Administrative Executive of PJC
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"I went to Haw Par Villa with my parents and was able to learn more about Confucius' teachings. There was a boat that goes into the Ten Courts of Hell and it was like a mini theme park ride. There were no admission fees and the place was very big, so I usually spent a lot of time there."
2. Jurong Drive-in Theatre The cinema screened movies on a daily basis, at 7pm and 9pm, and tickets were cheaply priced at $2 for adults and $1 for children. The novelty of watching a giant television screen from the privacy of the car, coupled with a wide variety of film choices, attracted many locals. However, it had unfortunately terminated its service in 1985.
Mr Sum Yew Foo -- Operations Manager of PJC
"At that time, I was about 20 years old. The cinema was very popular and there were many cars every night. I went to the cinema with my colleagues and friends from the army. It featured movies of various languages and different films will be screened every night."
Recently...
The trend of outdoor movie screenings seems to be reviving with the popular event, Films at the Fort. It is an alfresco movie event that allows you to have your private picnic, while enjoying films and live music. Have you enjoyed a movie under the stars?
Films at the Fort, 2015
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3.Big Splash! Big Splash was built in 1977, featuring an 85-metre long water slide said to be the longest and highest in the world at that time. There were several other pools and facilities such as an open-air theatre, food kiosks, a restaurant and an arcade. Sadly, it was eventually closed in 2006. It may have many similarities to the Adventure Cove we have today, but the fond memories created at the Big Splash Waterpark are irreplaceable.
4. Queenstown Cinema & Bowling Centre The Queenstown Cinema and Bowling Centre was known to be a social hub in the 1980s. The cinema was equipped with two screens and movie tickets were priced cheaply at $4 each! There was also an 18-lane bowling alley to attract residents and students to drop by. Albeit this building has been demolished, the memories created there still hold close to the hearts of many movie-goers and bowling addicts. 6
5. Great World Amusement Park Great World was one of the three main amusement parks in Singapore. It featured trade fairs, carnivals and cabaret performances! One of the highlights was the Ferris Wheel, where many created memories they hold close to their hearts. Unfortunately, the park was eventually closed on 31 March 1964 and the site is currently occupied by Great World City.
Mr Sum Yew Foo -- Operations Manager of PJC
"At that time, there was an admission fee of twenty cents. Inside, there were very basic rides like Ferris Wheel, which was very much unlike the high-tech roller coasters we have today. I would usually spend my time at the different game stalls."
6. Library Question: Where do you spend your free time at in the past? Mr Tai: "I don’t know, I only went to the Choa Chu Kang Library."
Mr Tai Thiam Hoo -- Subject Head of Mathematics
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From Vomit Collectors to Chicken Sexers, it’s all about demand and supply. Here are some of the top picks of the most bizarre jobs that you will hear about:
Now this is clever, but no telling if it’s legal. In Tehran, the capital of Iran, only cars with certain license plate numbers are allowed on the road on certain days; to get around this law, some people hire car plate blockers to walk or stand behind their cars to block the car plate numbers from view. It makes us wonder how fast traffic actually flows… the employed would either need to be extremely fit, or just hang on for their lives.
Pay: Unknown
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In many countries such as the USA and Japan, sorting chickens by gender is an important job because hens and roosters lead very different lives. Chicken farms need hens to lay eggs and roosters to grow quickly so that they can be sold and ultimately consumed.
Pay: $15,000 to 60,000 (USD) per year If the chickens aren’t sorted by gender, it will ultimately cut into the farm’s profits and the higher cost would trickle down to you when you want to enjoy scrambled eggs for breakfast or grilled chicken for dinner.
Someone has to do it, but who knew it was an official job? It makes sense though; amusement parks are filled with rides that scare the insides out of people, literally. Hence, vomit collectors at Thorpe Park United Kingdom are paid to pick up your lunch after you hurled it out while on that terrifying rollercoaster.
Pay: Unknown
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You may wonder what a personal shopper actually does. Well, it all depends on where you work. Many personal shoppers are self-employed, while others work for large corporations or department stores. Self-employed personal shoppers usually work with individuals who don’t have time to shop. Clientele could include celebrities who want to avoid the paparazzi or senior citizens who can’t go to the store to get groceries.
Pay: $30,000 to $60,000 (USD) per year, depending on hours worked, clientele and location /CSE students take note;)/, there are Alibaba Hema Supermarkets in China where you can order fresh food from the supermarket and have it prepared by chefs and delivered to your doorstep. SCAN THE QR CODE TO READ MORE ABOUT IT!
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Table Tennis If I had to choose one job, I would be a personal shopper. I enjoy shopping and being paid to do it is definitely a plus point, and I am able to get a sense of satisfaction purchasing in place of my clients while catering to their needs.
Shahid Afsar 16S19 Modern Dance Club (President from 2016-2017) 11
A Certified Ethical Hacker is a skilled professional who understands and knows how to look for vulnerabilities in target systems. They possess and use the same knowledge and tools as that of a malicious hacker, but in a lawful and legitimate manner to assess the security posture of a target system.
Pay: Average $66,000 (USD) per year, Over $100,000 (USD) with experience and success
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HIDDEN HIDDEN GEMS GEMS OF OF SINGAPORE SINGAPORE Think you already know Singapore inside out already? Well, here are some places that are not as well-known to the public but are worth trying or visiting after your exams!
1. Little India’s umbrella trees There is an interesting spot in Little India where you can shelter yourself from the sweltering hot sun if you happen to explore the area. This hidden gem (by local artist Marthalia Budiman) is not easy to find as it is located in a small open field in the heart of Little India. Image credits: Going Places Singapore
Location: #5 Hindoo Road, Singapore 209170 Note: Highly recommended when you’re free after promos or A Levels. More info: https://www.littleindia.com.sg/poli-2
However, if you manage to snatch a picture there, the unique installation will definitely make a powerful punch to your basic Instagram feed. Do bring along a friend with a good sense of direction!
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2. Ferry Cruise to other Singapore Islands Ever heard of Lazarus island, Kusu Island or St. John’s Island? They are some of Singapore’s other islands that offer picturesque scenery which make you question if this is really Singapore. Ferry transport services are offered from Marina South Pier. Head on board for one of the most memorable post-examinations trip you'll ever have.
Location: #01-04 Marina South Pier (bright orange ticketing booth) Price: $18 (2-way trip) Note: Take the 1st ferry at 10am on weekdays if not you would have to stay there overnight. Do reach the pier earlier as there are only limited seats. More info: http://www.islandcruise.com.sg/ferryschedule/ Images credits: Hua Jie Min(17A02)
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3. Farmers’ Market
Local farm produce (vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs, fish, milk, etc.), locallymade artisanal food and products are sold at this event held once every 3 months. Community workshops and family activities are also held during the event. There’s so much to discover about the local agricultural movement! Check out Kranji Countryside Farmers' Market Facebook page to find out more! Location: TBC Price: Free admission Note: There are usually bus services available to get to the event venue.
Images credits: Kranji Countryside Farmers' Market
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FUTURISTIC INVENTIONS
Say goodbye to traditional products and let’s welcome the new generation of high-tech items! Explore new creations that are able to improve our quality of life in ways we never thought were possible! Read on to find out more! ED T N ME G U A ITY L A RE NG I B M CLI K ROC
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In the past, the most high-tech game known was probably laser tag, but not anymore as Augmented Reality Rock Climbing has been launched! Basically, you point the system at an ordinary climbing wall and the system will turn the wall into a huge touchscreen and gaming platform. Talk about convenience! So here’s some good news. This game has already been implemented in Singapore since April 2017! I guess we now know where to go to as a class after Promos or A’s!
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OS O T AT T E AV W D N SOU Have you ever wondered: What if there were tattoos that allowed you to listen to its audio through an app? It sounds incredibly insane and infeasible, but actually exists in real life! Soundwave tattoos have taken the internet by storm as many are fascinated by how they enable us to inscribe a loved-one's voice or our favourite tune on our bodies, up to a minute long. We would no longer have to worry about forgetting our loved one’s voice as time passes!
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N U S G IN H C V A U H TE IT W Y T SAFE EADS B Source: https://www.stevespanglerscience.com/blog/201 5/08/15/uv-beads-experiments-and-crafts/
Self-protective accessories have never been cooler! Do you find yourself constantly getting “overly sun-kissed” whenever you come back from Palawan beach? Fret not, as this will help you mitigate that problem! Whenever we are going to places like the beach or simply anywhere which requires us to stay under the sun for long periods of time, we just need to apply sunblock on ourselves and a little on the UV beads. The beads will change colours when sunblock needs to be applied again. Thus, this eliminates the need for us to be constantly worried about whether the amount of sunblock applied is sufficient.
Not only does it look fashiona ble and Instaworthy, they are also price d reasonably at $9.50 for 250 beads, which is approximately $0.04 per bead. That w ould just be eating about six fewer Bak ed Chickens from Fusion Cuisine (that is if PMB =PMC)! What a steal!
DO REMEMBER THAT THE WORLD IS YOUR TEXTBOOK. It is definitely good to learn more about the different inventions that are up and coming so that we can be aware of the digital age and of course, be able to tackle more “Modern Science and Technology” questions! 18
WILL ROBOTS EVER REPLACE YOU??
Have you ever wondered how our lives would be like with the integration of robots into our society? Imagine having a “friend” that could help you do anything under the sun. From accompanying you when you are alone to helping you complete various tasks that you are unwilling to do- how lovely would that be?
Have you ever thought of falling in With the various benefits robots bring, it is easy to fall in love with them. Don’t be surprised if your friends are seen together with one because robots are one’s definition of his/her Utopian dreams!
with robots?
As unethical as it might sound, sex robots have already been invented and it is estimated that realistic sex robots will become more common within a decade.
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REALDOLL: - Life-size, hyper realistic silicone sex doll - Unveiled by California-based company - Costs $ 15,000 - Can talk, blink, smile, regurgitate facts about your life, have sex Photo of sex doll, Realdoll
Need someone to talk to? Many teenagers and students these days are fearful of being judged by their peers and are afraid to be mocked or discriminated by their friends if they are seen to be alone or “friend-less�. As a result, with the integration of robots, you do not need to be afraid of being isolated and lonely as the robots act as how typical human beings do.
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2 AREAS ROBOTS HAVE TAKEN OVER HUMANS: #1: New Hotel named Henn-na in Japan In Japan, a new hotel called Henn-na uses robots to check people in and escort guests to their rooms Robotic receptionist can speak in Japanese or English, depending on the preferences of the guests Able to set up reservations for people and adjust the accommodation’s temperature
Photo of hotel (Henn-na) which uses robots to serve their people
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#2: Robot in Food Industries ďƒź In the restaurant business, the need for human workers in the workplace is gradually decreasing as firms are using technology to replace humans to deliver food ďƒź Some places use tablets that allow customers to order directly from the kitchen with no requirement of talking to a waiter or waitress ďƒź Some enable people to pay directly, obviating the need for cashiers
Existing example of robots used in food industries
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However, despite the wide variety of benefits, technology may become our foe as it may threaten our livelihood. As computers become more sophisticated, creative and versatile, more jobs will be affected and more positions made obsolete.
I believe we are all studying hard for ALevels now with the mind-set that as long as we attain good results, we would be able to pursue any job of our choice in the future. However, have you ever thought of the possibility your desired jobs might be taken over by machines in the next decade?
Therefore, while robots have brought so much more ease to our lives, it could be a negative influence as well. So fellow Pioneers, how do we remain relevant in the world of technology? Perhaps it’s through the skills and experiences that we acquire.
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ISSUE 4
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
A Collaboration between 17th and the 18th Publication Committees
Mr Sunil & Mr Kang for providing us with the support and guiding us; for teaching us, training us and working closely with us throughout this process
Chief Editor Lim Bin Yan Assistant Chief Editor Ong Qing En Chief Aesthetics Manager Lim Zi Ying Clarice Cover Page Ong Wen Pin Lee Catherine, Kailin CONTENTs PAGE Kimberly Loh Jia Yi Top Retro Cafes in Singapore Queenie Han Xin Tian Hangouts Elaine Yap Yi Tian Bizarre Jobs Liu Hongyu Hidden gems of singapore Hua Jie Min Futuristic Inventions Chua Shang En Crystal Lim Bin Yan Lim Zi Ying Clarice will Robots Ever Replace You? Phua Hui Shan