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To ensure the Elected Presidency better reflects our multiethnic society, a new committee helmed by Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon will be reviewing the election process for Singapore’s highest office. This review could not be more timely.

In light of the proposed amendments to ensure a racially diverse Elected Presidency, we asked two undergraduates to reflect on the move.

In light of the proposed amendments to ensure a racially diverse Elected Presidency, we asked two undergraduates to reflect on the move.

When pursuing success, we often neglect personal relationships and soft skills in favour of academic results. Opinions Writer Neo Shi Wei discusses achieving balance in university life, and the benefits of taking a break from the books.

Harsh punishment may not always work on bullies, writes Dapper Editor Joel Lim. He shares his own bullying experiences to explore alternative ways that teachers and victims can deal with such cases.

As websites like Tinder and Ashley Madison multiply, cheating becomes even easier. Opinions Writer Gracia Lee and Editor Leila Lai discuss the conversations we should have about the problem, and how we can build stronger relationships.

While Singapore's education system is based on meritocracy, one's family background still has an effect on academic performance. Opinions Editor Leila Lai reflects on the challenges faced by financially disadvantaged students and steps better-off students can take to avoid an elitist

When Singapore goes to the polls in under two weeks, every seat in Parliament is expected to be contested — a first since independence. Opinions Writer Alfred Chua discusses what the upcoming election means to the first-time voter, and the importance of voting for our future.

While she has not yet joined the club herself, Chief Sub-editor Abigail Ng has two siblings in the 70 per cent of students who find their lifetime partners in university. The way she views relationships presented some difficulty in relating to their partners, and she shares the steps

Over the course of the year, SG50 has morphed from a symbol of national celebration to one of commercialisation. Opinions Editor Leila Lai looks at what caused the change, and how it will influence Singapore's memory of the nation's 50th birthday.

In the wake of Mr Lee Kuan Yew's passing, many in Singapore mull over his legacy. Our writer Shalom Chalson discusses the importance of not sugar-coating our past.

In a digital age like ours, it's easy to respond to a situation by recording and commenting on it instead of actively intervening. Our writer Annabel Tan discusses the motivation behind the actions of bystanders and the impact they can have.

Singapore's education system has been praised by many for nurturing smart students, but its emphasis on grades has garnered critics too. Our writer Shalom Chalson explores the effects of this system and other ways of measuring intelligence and talent.

As Singapore reels from the loss of her former Prime Minister and founding father, Opinions Editors Ang Hwee Min and Lo Yi Min dive into what Mr Lee Kuan Yew means to the youth of today.

As the initial furore over #thedress dies down, many online are still immensely fascinated by the debate. Our writer Shalom Chalson explores the reason behind the conundrum's longevity.