Imagine this: You are the King of your clan and 4 tiles across is your opponent and his/her clan. The battlefield is 64 tiles (8 by 8). The goal is to defeat your opponent’s King, which is also called “Checkmating”. Though this game dates back to the 7th century , it is still a popular… Read More How To Play Chess?
We all finished the cross country this year sweaty but satisfied. Regardless of whether we won a prize, the event was definitely enjoyable and I would like to commend the teachers who have put in the hard work to make this a reality. As much as I had fun, I also realised that there were some important takeaways from the overall experience, especially related to long distance running.… Read More Looking back: Reflections on the Inter-house Cross Country
Rafflesians have always had numerous interests and passions. But while we are immersed in our own recreational activities, have you ever wondered about our teachers?… Read More Special Feature: The Special Interests of Teachers in RI
We see buses every day, and perhaps take them to school. But some people don’t just take buses for commuting. Some take them to enjoy the melodious bus engine sounds. Some take them to enjoy the scenery as the bus passes through scenic sights around Singapore. Some take buses on the day of the vehicle’s… Read More Student Feature: A Travel “Enthu” in RI
Despite prose having been written for thousands of years, writers today still struggle to get ahold of that elusive ‘perfect’ tale. So how exactly can we make a story stand out? How can we make it dazzling?… Read More Telling a Good Story
Are you frequently bored during the holidays? Or are you looking for something to read and help you relax amidst all the homework and revision? Fret not! Let’s check out some fascinating books to put on your reading list, including: Our book reviews will be broken down into 4 parts: With that, let us dive… Read More In Want of a Good Book?
What are unwritten rules and why are they so important? Unwritten rules (synonyms: Unspoken rules) are behavioural constraints that are not voiced or written down and often imposed in organisations or societies. The Encyclopedia of world problems and human potential Unwritten or unspoken rules play a huge part in sports. With any sport, you will… Read More Muted Rules
Are you feeling stale playing the same old games? Or are you feeling the urge to learn something new? How about picking up chess, a fun game that trains cognitive thinking and strategy? Here is a chance for you to touch some grass and play this board game with your friends and family. I am… Read More Chinese Chess —The Beginner’s Handbook
After spending 6 years in RI, there is no doubt that you will fondly remember many memories. Iconic structures may also be ingrained in your mind such as the clock tower, Albert Hong Hall and of course, the classrooms. However, one memory that you might find less commonly talked about would be the sound of… Read More The Military Planes That Fly Above Our Heads @ RI
Ever had to design a product for school, and didn’t know where to start? Or have you ever tried to start your own website, and found it frustrating to customise your own logo? Try Canva! Canva is a free website which you can use for designing virtually anything. Canva’s potential is as endless as your… Read More Design Dazzling Dreams: Canva’s Hidden Secrets
