Basketball Teams Score Second

by on Feb.25, 2010, under Sports

Travelling to the International School of Kuala Lumper, the varsity basketball teams proudly brought back silver medals. Both teams put up a strong game in the championships, earning the respect and support from live-stream watchers, other IASAS schools’ basketball players, and even the ISKL crowds themselves. ‘After every shot was made, a stream of TAS people would comment about it on the live stream chat,’ said Emily Lin (12). To show further support, ‘people even changed their username colors to blue and gold,’ she added. (continue reading…)

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Boys Swim to Victory

by on Feb.23, 2010, under Sports

The swimmers truly broke new ground this year in Singapore: the girls set two records and placed fifth and the boys broke one record and proudly wore the gold medals home. (continue reading…)

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Rugby and Touch Rugby teams return with experience

by on Feb.23, 2010, under Sports

After months of drills, scrimmages, and sweat, the Rugby and Touch Rugby teams traveled to Jakarta to compete against the other IASAS schools. (continue reading…)

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Double Happiness: Tennis teams both earn Gold

by on Feb.23, 2010, under Sports

In the year of 2010, like a resurrected prophet, TAS IASAS tennis athlete’s success in Jakarta brought memories that seem almost ancient in TAS IASAS history. The last time boy’s tennis placed first was in 1994, a year that is as old as underclassmen members on the team. In addition, the girls team placed first in their division as well. “Winning double gold, TAS tennis has proven itself after all these years.” Said Kevin Kelly (10) (continue reading…)

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AVATAR

by on Feb.23, 2010, under Reviews

It’s true, the outcome of the story is ridiculously predictable. The cowboys and Indians theme is so blatant that many walked out complaining “ah, it’s like Pocahontas except they’re aliens.” In fact, there are pictures of summaries of Pocahontas with names of characters from Avatar substituted, creating a near perfect summary for Avatar. But the beauty of Cameron’s work is not as much in his overall story but in the subtle techniques and the cinematography he uses to inspire emotion and deliver his message. (continue reading…)

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Between Magic and Logic lies Holmes

by on Feb.23, 2010, under Reviews

Upon learning that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous and beloved detective was to be presented on the big screen with flairs of action and romance, many fans may feel doubtful, even shocked. This new Sherlock Holmes in question, directed by Guy Ritchie, famous for his action gigs, shows a brand new, more human side of the crime-solving machine Holmes (Robert Downey Jr.), both in his interactions with close friend Dr. Watson (Jude Law) and his romantic involvement with the mysterious yet attractive Irene Adler (Rachel McAdams). (continue reading…)

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Susan Boyle: A Dream come True

by on Feb.23, 2010, under Reviews

Some people believe that appearance is the only way fame and success can be obtained. However, in the spring of 2009, a forty-seven year old woman from a compilation of villages in Blackburn, Scotland, changed the view of the world of the ideal celebrity. Susan Boyle was her name. (continue reading…)

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