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Raffles Got Talent? Yes, It Does
Reading Time: 11 minutes

By Alyssa Marie Loo (19A13A)
Photos courtesy of Raffles Photographic Society

9th March, Friday evening. It was the last day of Term 1: the sweet, impending freedom of the March Holiday break impressed upon the Y5s, while the torture of a CT study week loomed upon the Y6s. Yet, in spite of the alluring option of going home to sleep, and in spite of the seemingly long 3-hour event duration, hordes of students still showed up at the RI Performing Arts Centre to watch Raffles Got Talent. For the second year running, RGT met with resounding success: more than 60 act signups, and a full house turnout of more than 370 students at its finals. For those of you who missed the RGT finals night, or are curious to know more about the acts that won, Raffles Press brings you a recap of the winning acts of the night, along with exclusive features on each act.

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Commentary, Food Reviews

Food Reviews: Chill@RI
Reading Time: 3 minutes

By Asfar Alim (18S03J), Angus Yip (18A01A), Adri Faris (18A13A), Zhu Xiuhua (18S06A), Elizabeth Leong (18S06G), Soh Ying Qi (18A01C) and Jeslyn Tan (18S06R)

With the introduction of the Healthy Meals in Schools Programme (HMSP) in 2017, many students lamented the disappearance of their favourite snack foods from the shelves of Chill@RI, as new and often lesser-known (and ostensibly healthier) alternatives began to replace them. For those who have yet to give these new brands a shot, Raffles Press presents our latest round of food reviews: snacks from Chill@RI.

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The Small Duck: Jazz Showcase
Reading Time: 5 minutes

By Shervon Lee (19S06A), Kuang Shane Qi (19A13A), Asfar Alim (18S03J)
Photos courtesy of Raffles Photographic Society

Last Thursday afternoon, a smooth melody emanated from the TSD. This was none other than the members of Raffles Jazz, who were hard at work making the final preparations for their showcase, The Small Duck. As the title suggests, the showcase was held on a smaller scale with a smaller audience. As a result, the performances seemed more casual, where the Jazz members performed for no other reason than to, well, perform.

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Homeground 2018: Bridging Term Contract Workers and Students
Reading Time: 5 minutes

By Zacchaeus Chok (18S03O)
Photos courtesy of Raffles Community Advocates

“What is the weirdest thing you ever ate?” A few awkward glances ensue.

“Or how about, what is your favourite food?” interjects another student facilitator as he frantically rummages through the bag of ice-breaker statements, prepared by the organising committee for the very purpose of preventing an uneasy silence.

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