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Mellow Yellow
Spring this year is all about vivid and striking yellow, make sure to have a piece or two in your wardrobe this season. Be it bright yellow as seen in Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren collection for Spring 2015, or a little darker as seen in Diane Von Furstenberg, or even mustard as in Cushnie et Ochs, Lounge brings you the look, find your inspiration.
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This month Lounge talks with Ahmed Azzam, who recently won the best bag designer of the year at Jumia Chic Asfour Award 2015, the 25 years old designer reveals all about his passion for fashion, where he sees his brand in the coming years, his collaboration with Asfour Crystal and his latest collection.
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Are you pro or against making a day for Orphans?
celebrated in the whole Arab world in order to remind all the orphans that they are not alone and that they are in our hearts and will always be supported. However, some people believe that it’s an upsetting day reminding the orphans of their misfortune as well as a mere day for media shows, and a chance for celebrities to appear on TV in a fake scene visiting kids and giving them gifts. This month Lounge asks its readers about whether they are pro or against the idea.
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Shereen Reda A Free Spirit
Lounge talks to Shereen Reda after she decided to make her comeback through one of the most shocking roles playing Hoda in her latest movie ‘Out Of Order.’ The eternal star reveals all about the role, how she stays fit and her coming acting projects.
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An actor who effortlessly can surprise us whenever we see him in a role, he doesn’t repeat himself and definitely attracts his audience whether he plays the role of thug or a gentleman, Lounge talks to the gifted Ahmed El Fishawy about his role in ‘Out of Order,’ his coming projects and who he looks up to.
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Dakota Johnson in Fifty Shades of Grey
Dakota Mayi Johnson is an American fashion model and actress. She was born in Austin, Texas, and is the daughter of actors Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith. This month the 25 years old star reveals all about her role in the controversial movie based on the bestselling novel Fifty Shades Of Grey.
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Jamie Dornan in Fifty Shades of Grey
Jamie Dornan was born on May 1, 1982 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The star reveals all about his controversial role as Christian Grey in the most anticipated movie Fifty Shades of Grey.
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Everything you need to know to be in the know, from celebrity to entertainment news to what’s in style, Lounge keeps you fully updated.
Happy Birthday Taurus 10 Signs You Shouldn’t Own a Dog
After the loyalty we all heard of and were touched of the story of ‘Max’ the dog, who tried to save his owner who left him to be killed and tortured before his eyes, this month Lounge brought you signs that you shouldn’t own a dog as a dog’s loyalty is so precious that not anyone deserves it…
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Chairman’s Letter CHAIRMAN Ahmed Helal EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Sherif Ibrahim EXECUTIVE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Amira Tharwat GENERAL MANAGER Ahmed M. Hanohoum ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Khaled Ashraf Hegazy PR & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Nevine Helal SENIOR EDITOR Reem El Shennawi ADVERTISING DIRECTOR IKRAM ZAKI
Finally, its summer and the weather is awesome already, and so, we decided to bring you this issue an extraordinary celebrity on the cover: the stunning Shereen Reda to speak to us about her latest hit movie ‘Out of Order,’ her upcoming projects as well as her secrets for staying in shape. Speaking of ‘Out of Order,’ we also brought to you talented Ahmed El Fishawy to speak to us about his role in the movie and more about himself and his future plans. Also, this issue we decided to talk exclusively to two of the actors of the most talked about movie in town now ‘Fifty Shades of Grey,’ as people are waiting for it with anticipation. We spoke to lovely Dakota Johnson and brilliant Jamie Dornan about their roles in the movie. April is the month of orphans, and so we decided to celebrate this event with our readers asking them about whether they are pro or against celebrating orphans day, read more in our Q&A section. As for the well said addicts, after the controversial issue that have been raised around the story of ‘Max’ the dog, we have brought to you this issue 10 signs you shouldn’t own a dog. Fashionistas and fashion addicts, this month we have brought to you the latest collection of Spring/Summer 2015, as well as an interview with young fashion bag designer Zaam, who spoke to us about his collaboration with Asfour Crystal and his latest collection, don’t miss it.
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WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD! This month as we kiss winter goodbye and welcome spring, I can smell optimism and happiness in the air; things just feel right and back in its place. I don’t know if there is an association between the weather and a person’s psychological mood (good idea for a health article), but whenever spring comes along I get this feeling that happiness is in the air especially this year. Maybe it’s not just spring, it’s what is happening these days, suddenly, watching the news doesn’t seem so dark and depressing like it used to be. Maybe things are not yet stable in Egypt like it used to be, but I feel our country is gaining back its glory and even stronger than before. First, the Economic Development Conference resulted in very fruitful investments then, our Arab World for the first time will be united and
face the danger of terrorism and hopefully, making an end to it. It feels so good to look at life and the news around you with optimism and cheerful spirit. Positive energy is a key word if we work on spreading it around us and get rid of negativity and negative people from our cycle of friends, we will live a happier and healthier life, and maybe achieve a lot of our dreams by not letting others put us down. Maybe it’s a good resolution for this spring to surround yourself with positive aura, and things will just be as good as you can think it is. At the end of the day, life is a gift, breathing is a gift, and it’s a wonderful world, we just have to value the good things around us and pay the same attention as we do to the negative things.
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JOHNNY DEPP SUFFERS HAND INJURY WHILE IN AUSTRALIA FOR ‘PIRATES 5’
Johnny Depp injured his hand in Australia, where he’s been on location filming “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales.” He was not filming or on set at the time he got hurt. Depp is flying back to the U.S. for surgery, but production on the film was only “minimally impacted.” The film is still set to debut in theaters on July 7, 2017. “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” which is the fifth “Pirates” movie, started filming last month and is scheduled to wrap this summer.
GEORGE AND AMAL CLOONEY ATTEND ‘100 LIVES’ COMMEMORATION
George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin were on hand to commemorate the Armenian genocide at the 100 Lives event in New York City. The actor and the human rights lawyer took part in the launching of the 100 Lives initiative, remembering those who helped save lives during the Armenian genocide by the Ottoman government beginning in 1915, and in announcing the Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity honor, which will be given to those who put themselves at risk for others. “I am honoured to be associated with 100 Lives as it shares a common mission with my foundation.” Clooney said.
RYAN GOSLING: “I HAVE ‘AMAZING WOMEN IN MY LIFE.”
Ryan Gosling made a rare acknowledgment of his relationship with Eva Mendes and their baby daughter Esmeralda during an event at the SXSW Music, Film and Interactive Festival in Austin, Texas. The star was speaking about his directorial debut, “Lost River,” with Guillermo del Toro. “I really like working with my friends; I love all of these people,” Gosling told the audience, to which Del Toro replied, “You have a baby with one of them!” Gosling responded, “I do. I have lots of complicated, amazing women in my life, and that’s increasing.” Mendes and Gosling welcomed Esmeralda back in September.
JOHN MAYER REFUSES TO TALK ABOUT HIS RELATIONSHIP WITH TAYLOR SWIFT
“Recovered ego addict” John Mayer is really over talking about Taylor Swift -- at least, in a romantic sense. The pair hasn’t been linked since 2010, but their brief relationship was highly publicized in both the tabloids and in the musicians’ own work -- Swift’s scathing 2010 song “Dear John,” and Mayer’s rumored response track, “Paper Doll.” In a recent interview with MSNBC, Mayer first touched on his 2013 song before adding that he only wants to speak about Swift as an artist, and not as an ex-girlfriend.
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BRITNEY SPEARS READY TO WED?
Britney Spears has teased she is ready to marry Charlie Ebersol. The 33-year-old singer - who was previously wed to Kevin Federline for just over two years and had a marriage to Jason Alexander annulled 55 hours after they tied the knot in Las Vegas - is smitten with her boyfriend of five months and could be ready to take their romance to the next level. She gushed: “I’m very blessed to have him as a part of my life, that’s very cool.” The ‘Toxic’ singer donned an ‘I love Charlie’ vest for a recent Las Vegas show and admitted her boyfriend was touched by the gesture.
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PIXAR’S ‘INSIDE OUT’ ALREADY LOOKS LIKE OUR NEW FAVORITE MOVIE
Pixar released a new trailer for “Inside Out,” the animated film told through the emotions of an 11-year-old girl named Riley. Directed by Pete Docter, the film imagines Fear (Bill Hader), Sadness (Phyllis Smith), Joy (Amy Poehler), Disgust (Mindy Kaling) and Anger (Lewis Black) as they help Riley in a move across country. The preview features new footage of Joy and Sadness getting lost in Riley’s Imagination Land, an instance of brain freeze and San Francisco ruining pizza. “Inside Out” opens June 19, and we’re already sitting at the theater waiting for it to debut. Come on over, guys.
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JUDE LAW ‘TO PLAY THE POPE’
AMERICAN SNIPER IS OFFICIALLY THE HIGHESTGROSSING MOVIE OF 2014
Jude Law could be set to play the Pope in a new US TV series. Oscar-winning Italian director Paolo Sorrentino is behind the show, which has the working title of The Young Pope, about an imaginary pontiff who becomes the first Italian-American Pope in history. Italian media have linked British actor Jude to the title role, although production company Wildside has refused to comment so far on the casting. The series is about the appointment of a very conservative, heavyhanded Italian-American Pope, by a Vatican that has had enough of liberal leaders.
Sorry, “Mockingjay,” but “American Sniper” has shot you down. “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1” was previously the highest-grossing film released in 2014 with $336.9 million, but now Clint Eastwood’s Oscar-nominated war film has taken the top spot. Yet, “American Sniper” has grossed $337.2 million since its limited release in December. The film was No. 1 for three consecutive weekends in January, shattering boxoffice records over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend and Super Bowl weekend.
DISNEY GOING BACK TO ARENDELLE FOR FROZEN 2
Winter is coming, again, after Disney unveiled a sequel to the mega-hit animation Frozen. At the company’s annual shareholders’ meeting in San Francisco, Walt Disney chief executive Bob Iger officially announced plans for Frozen 2. And, Kristin Bell, who voices Princess Anna, took to Twitter to celebrate. Since its release in November 2013, Frozen has become a juggernaut for Disney. It made nearly 1.3 billion dollars (£900 million) at the global box office and generated a massive merchandising revenue stream. The film also won the Oscar for best animated feature.
VINCE VAUGHN IMMORTALIZED IN HANDPRINT CEREMONY
Vince Vaughn never imagined he’d be immortalized outside the TCL Chinese Theatre. The ‘Wedding Crashers’ actor used to find looking at the celebrity hand and footprints encased in cement outside the world-famous Hollywood building “inspiring” and were thrilled to join their ranks at a ceremony. The 44-year-old actor, who was joined at the ceremony by wife Kyla and their children Lochlyn, four, and Vernon, 19 months, will star in the upcoming series of ‘True Detective’ and is excited about his role in the gritty drama.
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APPLE WATCH HANDS-ON
The date has finally arrived and now Apple has filled in some of the blanks at its March 9 media event in San Francisco about the Apple Watch. Apple Watch Sport is composed of customized aluminum alloy. Comes in silver or Space Gray. Apple Watch (steel case) starts at $549 (38mm) and goes up to $1,049, depending on band. 42mm is $50 more. Apple Watch Edition (18-karat gold case) starts at $10,000, with options ranging all the way to $17,000. You can preorder all models starting April 10.
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RIHANNA IS THE NEW FACE OF DIOR
Rihanna is making history. The 27-year-old superstar will star in Dior’s fourth installment of their “Secret Garden” campaign, a series featuring models posing in the palace of Versailles, clad in Dior creations. Being an official Dior girl wasn’t amazing enough, Rihanna’s highly anticipated campaign also marks the first time a black woman has been chosen to front the French fashion brand.
ZOOLANDER STARS HIT PARIS RUNWAY
The biggest catwalk comeback ever: Zoolander stars hit Paris runway. Two of the world’s most famous and talked-about supermodels are back. We’re talking about Zoolander stars, Derek (Ben Stiller) and Hansel (Owen Wilson) who made their big comeback at Paris Fashion Week, stunning audiences in the process. As part of the promo for the second Zoolander movie, which will be released next year, the stars took to the runway during the Valentino fashion show.
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ANDROID 5.0 LOLLIPOP
Android Lollipop is here, and it’s brought a raft of new changes. It’s got a radical new design, 5000 new APIs and it’s going beyond the mobile form factor. Android 5.0 is contextually aware of its surroundings, plus voice is a major input source as the search giant looks towards devices such as Glass and smartwatches. The experience is seamless across devices - phones, tablets and TVs - so making Android Lollipop devices communicate properly is top of the feature list.
PULL&BEAR’S NEW COLLECTION LOADED WITH STREET AND SPORTS INFLUENCE
Pull&Bear portrays its youngest audience with a photo shoot set on iconic spots of Venice, California. The brand kick-starts its 2015 Spring-Summer season with a collection aimed at its teenager customers. This line is deeply influenced by street culture and it comes with a strong sporty touch. The editorial photo shoot is set on the iconic neighbourhood of Venice, California, where South African photographer Henrik Purienne captures a group of teenagers and their everyday energetic attitudes.
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Spring this year is all about vivid and striking yellow, make sure to have a piece or two in your wardrobe this season. Be it bright yellow as seen in Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren collection for Spring 2015, or a little darker as seen in Diane Von Furstenberg, or even mustard as in Cushnie et Ochs, Amira Tharwat brings you the look, find your inspiration.
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his month Amira Tharwat talks with Ahmed Azzam, who recently won the best bag designer of the year at Jumia Chic Asfour Award 2015, the 25 years old designer reveals all about his passion for fashion, where he sees his brand in the coming years, his collaboration with Asfour Crystal and his latest collection.
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Tell us more about you… I’m 25 years old, and I studied Business and have been working in the online and digital field for 4 years till I started taking fashion designing professionally. How did your passion for bag designing begin? I started to work in fashion designing since my early college years. I used to design jewelry and accessories, men apparel, supplying student activities with their uniforms, but actually nothing lasted for long, I was so excited about starting my career and corporate life. I left the designing thing till the beginning of 2012 because I felt that something was missing in my life; it was boring. And so I decided to get back to my passion. I started to scan the market to check where the local fashion industry have reached and what we’re missing and then, I decided to design bags. At that time, we didn’t have a lot of bag designers and most of them used to do the very simple envelope clutches and calligraphy thing. Then, I have launched my first collection ever on the 30th of 2012, in a very small party in the middle of the Nile. Tell us more about your latest collection.. My latest collection was collaboration with well-known and prestigious crystal brand Asfour. I met the product manager of the fashion components line at the Cairo fashion festival – second edition for the first time when we decided to collaberate together. We started working on the line in August 2014 and it was launched on November 1st, it took a lot of preparations and effort, but I’m so happy with the results. One more thing about this collaboration is that I introduced the accessories line for the first time. This collaboration meant a lot to me as it’s a 100% pure Egyptian collaboration between a huge entity such as, Asfour Crystal who preferred to do it with one of the young local designers instead of choosing one of the wellknown designers.
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What inspires you? My main theme is the old vintage hard shaped bags; however, I try to modify it according to the theme of the collection without losing my identity. When starting a new collection I clear my mind and give full attention to everything around. You never know where the idea will come from and you will be surprised of what could inspire you. I do not follow the international bags’ trend; however, I do follow the apparel and accessories latest trends to be updated. Who is Zaam’s ideal client? Someone who gives full attention to details, courage to wear unique pieces, loves to be different and stands alone in the crowd What are your tips for any lady who is looking for a bag to buy? I believe a bag is the most important accessory to the outfit, I can determine the personality of the lady who’s buying it from her choice. So, try to choose it carefully and match the right bag with the right event or time. What is the closest piece of your designs to your heart? The pyramid bag, it’s still getting a lot of positive feedback, and soon it will be introduced as the ZAAM signature bag. The first pyramid bag line will be introduced in the coming summer season. Who are the celebrities that were spotted wearing Zaam bags? I had the pleasure to dress- up some of the celebrities through the past year including, Arwa Gouda, Mona Zaki, Amina Khalil, Tara Emad and Dorra. I would love to thank each and every one of them for the trust they gave me. What is your advice to young designers who want to work in the fashion industry? Believe in your dream, go after it, and try to have an identity and make it different. Also, give attention to social media channels, don’t ignore the PR and make sure to be part of different events. What are your wishes for Zaam? On the short term, I wish to expand the business to the Gulf Area. I have a lot of customers from Saudi and Dubai, so I’d love to have an outlet in each country. Where can people find your bags? In Egypt, you can find my stuff at Boho Gallery Zamalek and Masaken Sheraton, The First Floor Alexandria. Abroad, people can shop my stuff through enigmashopping.com, bespokeegypt.com, fashiongarage. com, Mini’s Boutique in Oman and definitely through my social media channels: facebook.com/ ZAAMdesigns or instagram.com/ ZAAMdesigns
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KATE MOSS & RIMMEL INTRODUCE IDOL EYES
Get ready to pull off an eyeconic eye-look! Kate Moss collaborates with makeup brand Rimmel London to introduce Idol Eyes, her first-ever trend-setting eye make-up collection. And it’s a gem! Dare to complement lavish lashes with dazzling long-lasting eye colour that blends smoothly and illuminates eyes in just one quick easy stroke. With the Rimmel team, Kate has created four new shimmering shades of Shadow Sticks from Rose Gold (#100) for a subtle twist on the original gold shimmer, Deep Amethyst (#101) for a deep velvety purple hue, Electric Sapphire (#102) an intense regal blue and Pure Turquoise (#103) for an ocean green stare.
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BOURJOIS SUMMER TWIN SET ANIMATION
Bourjois introduces its Spring/Summer collection for both your lips and cheeks, as they work as inseparable pairs. The collection is fresh & fun containing 5 duos that create 5 sparkling looks. Easy to wear and reproduce, they make the perfect healthy glow. You look just like yourself, but better.
KILLER QUEEN’S ROYAL REVOLUTION BY KATY PERRY
This is a fragrance that is as beautiful as it is bold, as royal as it is rebellious. Created by Pierre Negrin of Firmenich, Royal Revolution, it has a tempting and irresistible floral, conquers at first breath. It contains tantalizing top notes of pink freesia kissed by the nectar of ruby-red pomegranate captivate the senses. The middle notes are made of sandalwood balanced with sheer orange flower and velvety jasmine petals create a soft, delicate floral heart guarded by the Mystical Blackthorn. And a touch of sexy musk and soft vanilla orchid that linger on the skin, ensuring an unrivaled and unforgettable drydown.
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EXTREME SOPHISTICATION
The new Chopard 1000 Miglia Extreme is inspired by the tension of the race, the feeling of speed and the rush of adrenaline. It reflects all the intensity and excitement of the competition. Chopard 1000 Miglia Extreme was designed for daring men who are not afraid to take risks – calculated risks. It is an ode to this dizzying sensation of speed, thrill and liberty. Chopard 1000 Miglia Extreme is a vibrant and addictive woody oriental. It has a striking contrast between a fresh and vivifying floral top note of lavender and a powerful base note of leather. It perfectly symbolizes the mix of extreme intensity and unwavering assurance that characterizes a good pilot. Underlining the intensity of this fragrance, the bottle is uniformly black. Its lacquered mat finish is a token of sobriety and elegance.
“EXCESS IS MY SUCCESS”
SALLY HANSON’S MIRACLE GEL
The first salon-quality manicure that combines pure nail colour with high techno gel...exclusively from Sally Hansen. Now, Sally Hansen, the leader in nail colour innovation, is making manicure history with an entirely about long lasting nail colour. Its the first part gel manicure system that delivers up to 14 days of lasting colour and shine in just 2 easy steps. Simply, apply two coats of the Miracle Gel Colour Coat, followed by the Miracle Gel Top Coat, to achieve the most convenient manicure, ever. Available in 47 new and of-the-moment shades, cutting-edge Miracle Gel gives you a whole new way to think about colour.
“Excess is my success,” proclaims Roberto Cavalli, and this bold ethos is expressed as never before in two daring new scents which capture the fearless, flamboyant spirit of the designer’s Just Cavalli line. Unashamedly sexy, intensely provocative, utterly irresistible… Just Gold for Her and for Him. Taking sensuality to new extremes, Just Gold for Her is an intensely seductive floral oriental eau de parfum with teasing top notes of hazelnut and mandarin leading into an alluring heart of luminous jasmine, luscious marshmallow and woody orris. Just Gold for Him is a spicy woody eau de parfum with vibrant top notes of black pepper, cardamom and nutmeg are blended with an original ristretto coffee harmony in the heart, a homage to Roberto Cavalli’s Italian roots. Lingering on the skin, the dry-down of vetiver and leather is sensual and supremely virile.
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very year the first Friday of April is called the “Orphan day,” and it’s being celebrated in the whole Arab world in order to remind all the orphans that they are not alone and that they are in our hearts and will always be supported. However, some people believe that it’s an upsetting day reminding the orphans of their misfortune as well as a mere day for media shows, and a chance for celebrities to appear on TV in a fake scene visiting kids and giving them gifts. This month Lounge asks its readers about whether they are pro or against the idea.
SHERIF MADKOUR
I am against that because orphans hate that day; it reminds them of being orphans and they feel that media is doing business over their situation.
RIHAM HAGGAG
I am with having a whole week per month for the orphans not just once a year.
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MAHA ADEL
I’m with making a day for orphans to make them happy. It’s a day to make them smile, laugh, feel loved and cared for. It’s mainly addressed to poor orphans who need to feel loved and that others care for them.
NOUR YASSIN
I am against dedicating any day for anyone because simply it is unreal. If you care for orphans, you don’t need to remind yourself once a year. Same goes to donating to 57357 hospital only in Ramadan forgetting about it all year long.
DINA SAKR
I am pro the idea especially for those who are living in orphanages because seeing their smiles and happiness in this day is priceless.
AYA MOHAMED
A woman responsible for an orphanage once told me that this is the worst day for the kids and they hate that people remember them only on that day, giving attention to them allowing the kids to get attached and the next day the people just vanish from their lives. I think it’s cruel.
NEHAL KHALIFA
I’m with making a day for the orphans; however, I believe we should support them all year long as it’s mentioned in all religions that orphans should be loved and supported.
ENGY TALAAT
I’m pro making a day for orphans. All other children are pampered and loved by their parents, but orphan kids are alone so, it is the least we can do to make a day just for them to everyone to join, have fun & love them.
YOUMNA HASSAN GAD
I am against the idea as the fact that orphans are being reminded of being orphans is painful. My brother lost our mum when he was almost 10 and my dad when he was almost 18. Paying attention to orphans should be all year long not on one specific day that usually orphan kids are left afterwards feeling more orphan than ever.
SANCTUS YANNI
I am pro the idea because it’s better than having nothing. And, it’s for letting the public know more about them, it’s a sort of propaganda than actual help.
SALWA HAZEM
I am pro making an orphan day. Assigning a day for orphans and associated celebrations draws awareness. Maybe it isn’t the merriest kind of events, but it serves a greater purpose of helping and accepting one another.
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mira Tharwat talks to Shereen Reda after she decided to make her comeback through one of the most shocking roles playing Hoda in her latest movie ‘Out Of Order.’ The eternal star reveals all about the role, how she stays fit and her coming acting projects.
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How were you nominated for your role in ‘Khareg El Khedma’ (Out of Order)? I was contacted by Fishawy and he proposed a meeting with the director, writer and producer of a new project. When we met and I read the script, I liked how different and complex the character was and agreed to take on the role. Weren’t you afraid of playing Hoda’s character as an old desperate lady? Not at all. I liked the idea that it was challenging and was very pleased to be nominated for the role. How did you settle on the final look of Hoda’s character? After so many trials, rehearsals and hours put into it. It was important to give the character an authentic and realistic look. I’ve never tried so many wigs in my life! (laughs).
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Black bustier at Hip Boutique Striped pants at Hip Boutique Fendi ankle boots at Royal Fashion
What was the hardest scene in the movie? There were two difficult scenes; the first was the rape scene because it was an actual full blown fight and I got injured! While the other scene was the grotesque dream of cutting off his privates. It’s never easy for an actor to go to such a dark place for any scene! You have played such different roles in “Out of Order,” “El Feel El Azrak,” and “Bedoon Zekr Asmaa,” how do you prepare for a role and get in tune with the character? I am proud of each and every one of these roles because they took a lot of effort and preparation. One of them even went to the extent of getting hospitalized for three days! It’s of utmost importance to me to present a character with real depth; that’s why I start with the outer layer -the look- and then find the inner voice of the character.
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Why are your acting contributions few in cinema and television? I chose to take some time off for myself and to return to work when the time was right. When that time came, I had a different goal than before; to choose diverse roles that serve a purpose and not accept anything that was offered. Which is more important to you; commercial success or the body of work? Without a doubt, the body of work. I am in the business to have fun, enjoy my time and entertain the audience…not to be a slave to the industry! What attracts you the most in a role? Characters that are far away from who I am; characters with substance and that are different from the ones I have done before. I never steer away from a role for vanity reasons. What are you currently working on? I’m currently working on a series for Ramadan called “El Aahd,” and I finished shooting a movie with Menna Shalaby and Mahmoud Hemeida called “Nawara.” Would you mind if your daughter Nour decided to join the artistic field? Not at all! I gave her the freedom to choose her own path in life and she didn’t choose this one. Who are your favourite designers? And perfume? I don’t have a favourite designer, I find items that fit my style in a multitude of brands. As for perfumes, for me, they highly depend on my mood so I never stick to one. Although, some of my favourites are Tom Ford, Gucci and Dolce and Gabbana. Are you a typical Cancer? In which way? I don’t think I am because I am not sensitive or hopelessly romantic. I do however enjoy staying in and cooking. How do you stay fit? I haven’t been playing sports all my life; horseback riding, tennis, gymnastics and ballet which gave me a good base were some of my hobbies, but now I only have time to exercise at home. What is your favourite spot to relax? My favourite spot would have to be my bed. Sometimes I wish I could move around with it like Salma Hayek when she played Frida attending her last show before she died.
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n actor who effortlessly can surprise us whenever we see him in a role, he doesn’t repeat himself and definitely attracts his audience whether he plays the role of thug or a gentleman, Amira Tharwat talks to the gifted Ahmed El Fishawy about his role in ‘Out of Order,’ his coming projects and who he looks up to.
Out of Order Tell us more about your role as Saeed in ‘Out of Order’… Saeed in ‘Out of Order’ is one of my favourite roles yet, it was a difficult one. Saeed is a lost young man, who is addicted to drugs; he is literally out of order just like Hoda. He is a lone tramp; he would do anything and everything to get money for his drugs. Saeed represents a major group of people living in our society, and we tried to cast light on those individuals to find if there are any means to help them out. How did you prepare yourself for the role? The role took long periods of preparation to shape the character’s dimensions. I had to attend sessions with the film’s director and scriptwriter before shooting to get to know the character in depth. We discussed every single detail about the character and we even agreed on every sentence. Also, the makeup artist and the stylist have put so much effort to bring out Saeed as he appears on screen. To further understand the character’s dimensions, I went to various psychiatric hospitals and met up with real drug addicts to see their reactions and their way of speech. The film was truly exhausting, but I wanted to make a perfect one.
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What was the hardest scene in the movie? Actually, they are two scenes, the first of which is the street fight when Saeed was hit by some thugs. The scene was almost a real one, they did beat me, and I intentionally kept on provoking them in order to make it more realistic that I suffered from actual injuries on my face and my hands. When the film was screened the audience sympathized with Saeed in this scene. The other scene is when Hoda castrates Saeed; this scene was really stressful and terribly difficult. Would you ever be in a relationship with a woman older than you like in the movie? I do believe that love transcends age, I have been in relationship with older women and it went very well. What were your father actor Farouk El Fishawy’s tips for you to be a good actor? Nothing specifically, but I’ve grown up among veteran actors; both of my parents are working in the industry and that helped in honing my acting skills throughout the years that I even learned everything without any direct guidance. I am grateful to my parents because they are the major reason behind my success even if they don’t feel it. What attracts you to a role? I go for scripts that grab my attention and provoke me to play the role. What is the role of your dreams? There are plenty of roles which I am looking forward to play; I am ambitious to the extent that I want to play every possible character. To be honest, there are diverse types of characters that I want to present to the audience. Who is the actor you look up to? Jack Nicolson, Johnny Depp, Mahmoud Hemeida and Farouk Al Fishawy. Tell us more about your role in ‘Awlad Rezk?’ It’s a freshly minted new role and it’s a great experience to work with an amazing director and marvelous cast, but I can’t reveal any details until setting a date for its release. When it’s going to be out? I actually don’t know the date of its release, but I think it will be hitting theatres by Eid Al Fitr season. You presented ‘Killer Karaoke,’ how did you find it? It is a crazy show that when I present it I don’t feel like I am working for my real character; it is so much like what it appears in the show. I also encounter a number of hilarious situations and for this reason we will be shooting Season 2 after the massive success of Season 1. You have some singing attempts, any future plans? Soon, there will be a lot of surprises whether if it’s related to singing or acting in general. What are you currently working on? I finished shooting three films and I am still waiting for their theatrical releases. There will be a lot of surprises so stay tuned.
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AVOIDING SNACKING COULD HELP PROTECT THE HEART
It has been proven that adhering to a strict mealtime schedule could protect the heart from age-related disease. Working with fruit flies, which have long been used to model the genetic foundations of human disease, research was able to prevent heart problems that arise as a result of aging and a poor diet. Previous research has suggested that dining on a late schedule increases risk for heart disease in addition to obesity, metabolic disease and type 2 diabetes.
GRAPEFRUIT CAN HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT
You don’t have to adopt the extreme 1980’s fad diet to enjoy the health benefits of grapefruit and watch your waistline shrink. This sweet and tangy fruit is considered a fat-burning food that can kick-start your metabolism. Grapefruit keeps you full because it’s loaded with fiber, makes a low-calorie substitution, and stabilizes blood sugar.
WATCHING E-CIG ADS INCREASE THE URGE TO SMOKE
Researchers discovered that watching advertisements showing vaping can increase the desire of current and former smokers to pick up a conventional cigarette. The researchers say that watching the commercials with vaping could lead to actual smoking behaviours or interfere the ability of former smokers to refrain from picking up the habit again. “The jury is still out on the efficacy of e-cigarettes to reduce tobacco use and tobacco smoking,” says study author and communication professor Joseph N.
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REASONS YOU SHOULD START CYCLING
Outdoor cycling seems to have taken a back seat to the trendy, celeb-adored indoor cycling studios across the country. Besides the fact that it’s fun, it also has many health benefits, which include burning more fat, getting stronger and faster, clearing your mind, and having more energy.
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WHAT YOUR GAS IS TRYING TO TELL YOU
Gas is just a fact of life, sure, it can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, but it happens to the best of us. But, if you’re dealing with more frequent gas than usual, your body might be trying to send you some hints about how it’s functioning. When you’re going through menopause or have a condition that’s throwing your hormones off, your body might amp things up on the gas front.
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“ALWAYS COMMITED TO A BETTER COMMUNITY”
nown as a hotel that serves for a better and brighter future, Cairo Marriott has been focusing recently on its “Spirit to Serve” philosophy to enhance people’s awareness and motivation. Speaking of enhancing community services, Cairo Marriott hotel has been partnering and supporting the Downtown contemporary arts festival (D-CAF), which aims for the revival and reclamation of Downtown Cairo, for the past three years, as D-CAF Arts festival is Egypt’s only international multi-disciplinary contemporary arts festival that takes place over three weeks in March – April each year, at multiple sites in Downtown Cairo. This year the festival is taking place from the 19th of March till the 9th of April. Over the years D-CAF has succeeded in re-opening culturally and historically relevant spaces across the center of Cairo giving new life to spaces that otherwise often go unnoticed, such as Downtown’s many intricate passageways and hidden corners, including the Urban Visions’ location in El Borsa and the Kodak passageway. D-CAF includes local, regional and international music, theatre, dance and visual arts and film by cutting-edge artists from Egypt, the Arab World and beyond, where it is comprised into six strands, Performing Arts, Music, Film, Visual Arts, Urban Visions, and special events. Continuing their efforts to emphasize on the importance and the aim behind the “Spirit to Serve” initiative, the hotel has hosted an event to support Egyptian Society of Women’s Imaging & Healthcare (ESWIH) in their program “Amaal;” aimed to raise funds for women, who were subject to violence that led to serious injuries and damages physically and psychologically. The event was attended by 700 females from all over Egypt. Zumba trainers were present to cheer the crowd with Zumba and
belly dance moves at Aida Ballroom. Breast Imaging Consultant and founder of ESWIH organization, Dr. Nuran Hussein stated that the objective of this initiative is to raise awareness and unite hands to support those girls with medical and psychological means
to help them gain back their confidence to face life challenges. Also, an important aim is raising awareness of women’s health and beauty emphasizing on the importance of early breast cancer detection, good nutrition and women’s well-being.
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THE WAIT IS OVER!
UPPER DECK LOUNGE JOINS CAIRO’S SKYLINE
AT FOUR SEASONS CAIRO AT NILE PLAZA
UPPER DECK LOUNGE, CAIRO’S NEW HEAVENLY RESTAURANT! High up on the upper edge of Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza’s ravishing rooftop Pool with views of the inland oasis surrounding the pool area, the brand new lounge is dedicated to becoming your home away from home with sets of incredibly cushy, inviting, home like lounges each exhibiting select paintings that are complimented with hand crafted sculptures providing a refined taste of art work that enriches the overall lounge setting and creating a gallery like experience. Upper Deck Lounge is set with eight homely lounges; each is equipped with state of the art large Television sets that complement the comfortable setting and gives an added entertainment option whilst the handpicked ambient chill out music calm the senses and create a warm ambience. The menu offers a handpicked selection of International Tapas that fulfill an array of tastes, offering a wide range of appetizing delicacies and a completely revamped Sushi & Sashimi selection, complemented with a mouth watering variety of Desserts for an incomparable gastronomic experience. An array of specially blended cocktails and refreshing mixes, all complimenting the ingenious setting. With an extraordinary artsy ambience, melody tunes, delectable menu and refreshing cocktails, Upper Deck Lounge offers a relaxing extraordinary experience for a friendly gathering or a business day out.
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brand news Dabur Egypt launches Fem USAHair Removing Cream
Dabur Egypt Limited, one of the most trusted and recognized personal and healthcare brands in Egypt, has announced the local launching of its Fem USAHair Removing Cream. Fem USA, which is already a popular brand among Arab women for its range of natural depilatory products, adds to a growing portfolio of Dabur’s brand of products in the country. With the launch of the new depilatory cream, Egyptian women will be able to get rid of unwanted hair in an easy, quick and hassle-free manner while retaining the softness of their skin. Hair removal has been an integral part of a woman’s beauty regimen since ancient times and has been popular among Arab women. Egyptian women have been long seeking a quick and easy-to-use formula for unwanted hair removal. Fem USAHair Removing Cream dissolves hair rather than cutting them, delaying their growth when compared with other methods of hair removal. In addition, it does not leave a stubbly feel to re-growth, making skin soft and supple. Its unique pH-balancing lotion ensures the skin’s normal pH level is maintained, thus protecting it from damage.
Easter is made special at Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino -Cairo
Staying in Cairo during Easter is different with Sonesta. Get together with your family, friends and the little ones for an inspiring sham el Nessem day around the pool while enjoying the fresh air, sunlight, delectable breakfast and brunch buffets with live entertainment , exciting kids’ activities and kids’ special buffet. For a splendid Easter Getaway, book our “Family Accommodation Package” for only LE 600 per person in a double room including special Easter buffet breakfast and Easter Brunch by the pool with live entertainment, special kids’ activities and late check-out till 6:00 pm. For reservations or more information please call 2264.1111 ext. 255-254 Sonesta .com
Mercure Luxor hosts the 2nd International Taekwondo Championship
Mercure Luxor Hotel hosts the taekwondo team to the 2nd International championship, under the support of Engineer Khalid Aziz; Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, which is held from February 27 to March 1, in the armed forces hall in Luxor. The taekwondo champions expressed their admiration for the hotel’s service, and praised the magnificence and excellence position overlooking the banks of the Nile and its proximity to the Temple of Karnak and Luxor Museum.
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Beautifully Crafted from Metal and Glass, Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge Define What’s Next in Mobility
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. recently announced its entirely redefined smartphones, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. Creating a new standard for design, craftsmanship and performance, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge seamlessly blend premium materials with the most advanced Samsung technology to offer consumers an unmatched mobile experience. “With the all new Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, Samsung is offering what’s next in mobility, along with a new standard to drive the global mobile agenda,” said Choong Ro Lee, president of Samsung Electronics Middle East and North Africa Headquarters. “By listening to our customers, and learning from both our success and missteps, we continuously push forward new technologies and ideas. With a reimagined design, robust partner network and novel services, the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge offer users the ultimate experience in smartphone options.”
Oysho presents its new Gym wear Studio, a collection inspired by the world of dance
The trending workout that everyone’s talking about has set the rhythm for this latest proposal from Oysho. Once again, the firm is in line with the latest trends, this time turning to dance, the art form that takes femininity to unparalleled heights. The new Gym wear Studio collection features garments that adapt to the body’s movements for maximum subtlety and a truly natural look and feel. The streamlined, laid-back lines take the form of flowing skirts, gauzy T-shirts, ergonomic crop tops and comfortable jumpsuits. Comfort is top of the list of priorities of this new collection, and particular attention has been paid to the study and application of technical patterns to ensure that the garments deftly adapt to the movements the body makes. In this sense, all the garments are made from top quality fabrics offering outstanding adaptability.
Extensive Scientific Activity at Magrabi Eye Hospital in World Glaucoma Week
Ophthalmology experts revealed that more than one million Egyptians are threatened to bblind due to glaucoma and the number will be doubled by 2020, according to the WHO statistics. They called for the importance of coordination among all to control the spread of this disease. They affirmed that the number of those afflicted by blindness due to glaucoma amounted to 65 million individuals worldwide. According to the WHO statistics, the number is expected to reach 80 million by 2020 as the danger of glaucoma shows that it is silent disease and shows no symptoms till it affect the optic nerve. These statements were delivered during a medical seminar held by Magrabi Hospitals and Centers on the occasion of the “World Glaucoma Week.” Magrabi Hospitals are keen to tap all that is new to provide distinguished service to Egyptian patients.
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brand news Lookbook Reserved SS 2015
This summer Reserved’s designers pay tribute to amazing fashion of ‘70’s and ‘80’s. They constantly use its feminine cuts, simple designs and playful ideas as an inspiration. While lines New Romantic and Black & white focus on classy, elegant and modest style - a characteristic 1970’s graceful chic, the third line called Unreal sunset is a link to the world of sunny Los Angeles of the end of 1980’s era. Simplicity, versatility and comfort are a base of Black & white theme, and that’s why it is easy to mix and match all single elements of this line. It’s quintesentionaly practical, and suitable for many women of different needs. Simple jackets, classy shirts and evergreen jerseys meet here in a perfect combination. Black & white line items are suitable for different occasions - office as well as a cocktail party, travel as well as relaxed day at home. Lack of decorations and minimalistic style of the designs goes well with basic colours. Black and white are synonyms of good taste. This colour set will never go out of fashion, and you can never go wrong with it. Broad stripes and leather elements in the line give the whole design an edgy feel and counterbalance the minimalistic regime.
Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo; premium choice for International Conferences
African ministers and experts of over 50 states gathered in Cairo to discuss the environmental challenges facing the continent topped by climate change; marking the 15th African Ministerial conference on the Environment (AMCEN). Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo was the premium choice to host this remarkable event in elegance & style. Not only were guests amazed with such grace of interiors and the secluded privacy of the hotel but also enjoyed the attention to detail service embraced with an exquisite Thai touch. The session was attended by Egypt’s Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab and chairman of the 15th session Egyptian Environment Minister Khaled Fahmy as Egypt is taking over presidency of the AMCEN which was first held in Cairo 30 years ago. In the picture Mr. Ahmed El Hady General Manager of Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo and Ibrahim Mahlab, Egypt’s Prime Minister.
Cairo Festival City Mall Gives Away an Opel Astra 2015 to the Grab & Go Promotion Winner
Cairo Festival City Mall held a celebration for the Grab & Go promotion’s draw event on an allnew 2015 Opel Astra for mall visitors. The lucky winner was selected during the draw on Tuesday, 3rd of March, under the supervision of the Ministry of Social Solidarity. Eng. Omar Gaafar, General Manager of Cairo Festival City Mall, presented the prize amongst a massive turnout of mall visitors who were keen on participating and attending the event. The promotion ran from January 23 to February 28 on receipts with a value of EGP 500 from various stores participating in the promotion, including 15 stores that held discounts and offers on furniture, home accessories and electronics in the first week. During the event, General Manager of Cairo Festival City Mall, Omar Gaafar stated, “The mall is keen on continuously holding promotions and contests to reward its customers while providing the entire family with the finest international and local brands in fashion, furniture, jewelry, electronics and shoes, in addition to popular restaurants and cafes.”
Omar Al-Futtaim Heads a High-Level Delegation from Al-Futtaim Group at the Egyptian Economic Development Conference in Sharm El Sheikh to Support and Develop the Egyptian Economy
Omar Al-Futtaim, Vice Chairman of Al-Futtaim Group – the largest investment group in the UAE and the Middle East – announced his participation in the Egyptian Economic Development Conference held in Sharm El Sheikh, along with a high-level delegation. This reflects the Group’s confidence in the Egyptian market and the investment opportunities available at this important event. Al-Futtaim Group stated, “The UAE, both government and citizens, stand by the Egyptian people. It is committed to supporting the Egyptian economy and benefiting from the positive investment climate facilitated by the Egyptian government to investors.” The Group added, “The Egyptian Economic Development Conference is an opportunity to see promising investment projects that will be launched to boost production, which will mark a new beginning for the growth of the Egyptian economy.” Al-Futtaim highlighted Cairo Festival City’s success, which is one of the largest integrated real estate projects in Egypt, featuring Villas, Apartments, Mall, Offices and entertainment facilities. The project to be completed with a total of EGP 19 billion, stressing the Group’s desire to increase investments.
Citystars Properties signs Five Hotel Management Agreements with Fairmont Raffles Hotels International (FRHI)
Announcement was made during the recently held Egypt Economic Development Conference taking place in Sharm El Sheikhfrom March 13th to 15th 2015 under the heading(Egypt the Future), that Citystars properties has executed multiple hotel management agreements with Fairmont Raffles International Hotels(FRHI) including the new and stunning Citystars Sharm El Sheikh Resort project as well as various other Hospitality & Real Estate projects owned and developed by the market leading Citystars Properties Group in and around Egypt. The room count for all FRHI hotel developments with Citystars combined would reach a total of 2750 Keys distributed over three main urban and coastal resort projects throughout Egypt., The projected total Group investment over the coming five years in the Citystars Sharm El Sheikh project alone is expected to reach USD1 Billion; for the first two phases only of this epic development. Furthermore, the Group is expanding its portfolio of mixed-use Urban Resort developments in 6th Of October City, New Cairo area and finally Egypt’s North Coast Projects, with additional investments in Egypt over the next five years.
InterContinental Hotels Group Cairo Citystars organize a blood donation campaign
In continuing efforts to help the community, InterContinental Cairo Citystars, Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars and Staybridge Suites Cairo Citystars held a blood donation campaign in collaboration with the Association of Friends of the National Cancer institute. The hotel set up a clinic at InterContinental Cairo Citystars where the blood donation process took place and employees from all departments in the 3 hotels were very happy to donate. The donated blood was given to cancer patients treated in the Children Cancer hospital 57357. Simon Stamper, Director of Operations, Africa and Area General Manager InterContinental Hotels Group Citystars stated that “We are all delighted to be supporting The Children Cancer hospital 57357 by donating blood and we believe that it is our duty to help patients in need as much as we can.” Photo shows /Intercontinental Hotels Group Cairo Citystars team donating blood.
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Capricorn Dec.23 - Jan.20 This month will chase away your inhibition, will enhance your romantic enthusiasm and will lend you the courage to experiment at the sentimental and sexual level, to do crazy things in the name of love. The first decan of April 2015 will have huge sentimental load. In the second part of April 2015, the atmosphere will become more playful, but also more unstable. In the last decan, your heart will catch fire again, and the appetite for pleasures will reach high levels. Under such auspices, love can take you by surprise anywhere, anytime. You’ll also have a great capacity of expression, which can be exploited exceptionally in the creative-artistic domain. Your talents of any kind will be clearly marked out. The power of expression can find efficient use in any action of launching, promoting or representing. You’ll fascinate, convince, mobilize. Sporting activities, those from the entertainment industry, or those related to children’s education and care can benefit from a dynamic and productive impulse.
Aquarius Jan.21 - Feb.19 Until August 2015, you will be enjoying lots of love, understanding and positive development of your couple life. You have a few very promising weeks ahead of you: passion, sexual fulfillment, homage and offers hard to refuse (resistance to temptations will hardly exist in this period!), maybe even a new love. It is possible, though, that you will have to deal with a family confrontation or a problem related to the home or to your partner’s career. Patience, especially in the second decan! At the career level, generally speaking, in April 2015 you will make headway. Money will go as fast as it will come. Your nervous system will be overloaded. You will be urged to excesses and carelessness. You’ll have to calm down and relax. Having a creative hobby would be the most pleasant and efficient solution. For “burning” rebellious energies, you will be recommended domestic chores and efforts dedicated to the family. Keep yourself informed! Information will lend you power and autonomy.
Pisces Miranda Kerr, April 20, 1983
Feb.20 - Mar.21 Communication and information are strongly connected to your relationships. You are drawn to intelligent, open, talkative people, from whom you can learn a lot, with whom you can share impressions. In your turn, you first and foremost conquer by the force of your ideas, by the passion with which you express yourself or by the way you transmit emotions in writing, rather than by the way you look. In the first part of April 2015 money, valuable possessions and practical aspects will have higher influence on your couple life. In the second part of the month, your house, home and family will come to the foreground. It will be as if you tried to build a more solid foundation for your relationship, as if you tried to acquire and consolidate. Romanticism and desire will not disappear, but in April 2015 they will not be dominant. Until August 2015, you’ll have a lot of useful work to do. You will be provided with development, progress and opportunities.
Aries Mar.22 - Apr.20
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April 2015 will be somehow more stable for you than March from the sentimental point of view, but it will stay at quite high emotional rates. This month you will have more appetite for love affairs. Your couple life could be stimulated by material interests, or money could be a selection criterion. Starting April 11th 2015, you will enjoy more liveliness and will underline the importance of trips and communication in relationships. After the agitation and initiatives that marked the previous month, in April 2015 it is time for reaping the benefits and enjoying. April 2015 will be an active month at the financial level. The first decan can bring special opportunities. Beware: the tendency towards waste will also be there! The first two decans of April 2015 will favour success and fame.
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Gemini
Apr.21 - May 21
May.22 - Jun.21
This month you can expect a significant period at the sentimental level, very active and full of passion. You’ll be sexy and sensual, especially in the first part of the month. Not only will you be ready to take initiative and start real campaigns to win somebody’s affection if you are interested in them, but you will also have the gift of attracting or seducing, sometimes even without the slightest effort. On the other hand, the person you share your life with (or whom you’re investing your feelings in right now, according to the case) will draw all your attention, and all your actions and projects in April 2015 will have a sentimental foundation. You will be infused with dynamism and will be stimulated to take initiative and action, to decide, organize and dare for more than usual. You’ll be ambitious, competitive, you’ll advance, stand out, exercise your leadership skills. In addition to all this, you’ll have a great capacity to also mobilize the others in the direction of your objectives.
The first decan of April 2015 will favour long-term couple projects, solving problems, negotiating the tasks assigned to each of you, and joined involvement in social life, in collective activities, in studies, opinion sharing and trips. All the above will remain valid for the rest of the month too, but will become less important. This month will instill a cheerful and romantic mood in you, good for pleasures, fun and love. In the last two decans of April 2015, you’ll benefit from irresistible power of seduction, chance will be on your side and you’ll enjoy satisfactions and fulfillment at the sentimental level. The first part of April 2015 will be very good for your career. In conclusion, you’ll have at your disposal all the necessary means to reach your professional objectives. The period will especially be favourable to social actions, group projects, novelty and changes.
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Leo
Jun.22 - Jul.23
Jul.24 - Aug.23
It seems that this month you’ll have to do what you are supposed to rather than what you like doing for a while. There will still be an option allowing the manifestation of your sentimental life too: interweaving love with daily tasks. For example, in an affair at the workplace. In the first decan of April 2015, things will go relatively well. You career this month will be great and you will be ready to cooperate for your professional success. Even if you work hard, in what you think are inappropriate conditions, or if you sometimes feel you don’t have enough decision-making autonomy, things will advance and accomplishments will not delay showing up. Your general shape will be satisfying, but you’d better be vigilant.
Generally speaking, the first part of the year 2015 will be favourable as regards to love and couple life. In the first two decans of April 2015, you can expect sentimental fulfillment that will be connected to distance, to the higher education, scientific, cultural or spiritual environment. This month you’ll have a top period, dynamic and productive. Your career will be intensely energized (ambition, initiative, combative attitude, leadership). The circumstances will be excellent and will have to be exploited as much as possible. All you need to do is set your objectives and take action. Financially, April 2015 will be profitable for Leo, on the condition that you do not rush to decisions. You will be in a good shape, you’ll have energy, trust and enthusiasm, and you’ll have the whole world to yourself!
Virgo
Libra
Aug.24 - Sep.23
Sep.24 - Oct.23
Against a slightly confusing or uncertain background, you will worry a bit too much in the first part of April 2015. You’ll have the impression that the other one doesn’t understand you or doesn’t appreciate you enough, or that you don’t manage to decipher their intentions or actions. You can, however, meet on an intellectual and spiritual ground, and you can examine the psychological base of the relationship together. The second part will be more relaxed, and your capacity to show their feelings and emotions will increase. At the career level, you’ll make headway. Your projects will start taking shape, your work will become more efficient. Your finances will be favoured in the first part of the month and, with a bit of caution, chances are you will get a very good deal on a purchase or get a raise.
Until April 21st 2015, you’ll relate more to your loved one, with whom you’d like to share more of your time, thoughts and affection, and from whom you’ll wait for feedback, attention, approval. In the first part of April, communication will be favoured and important for your couple life. The period after April 11th can bring you a romantic trip. April 2015 will have a dominant social character. Collaborations will permanently be on your agenda and new contracts might appear. You’ll get involved in activities that will bring many people with the same preoccupations together. You’ll have the talent to mobilize the others for a shared project, purpose, ideal or principle. Trips, studies and distance work will be favourable in the second part of April 2015.
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Oct.24 - Nov.22
Nov.23 - Dec.22
This month will orient your attention and energy towards the interaction with the others, and this interaction will be very lively and will have a strong impact. There will be no room for middle ways. Things will be either white or black, you’ll feel the need to clarify, to cut to the chase, to decide and take action. The first decan of the month, you will have a great potential for passion and eroticism. Starting April 15th 2015, your emotions will calm down a bit and you will try to lay emphasis on reason and communication. The last decan promises important events. Your professional life will remain dynamic, but it will not be as pressing as in March. It is to be expected that April 2015 will be a successful month, rich in accomplishments and, probably, satisfactory at the financial level.
April 2015 will be a sensual and exciting month. This month will give you an appetite for conquests and gallant affairs. Starting the second decan of April 2015, love, tenderness and good understanding with your partner will be fully nurtured. Also, you will be exemplarily hard-working. You will be energized and you will be overloaded with work and will throw various challenges your way: tasks that will require courage or physical effort, emergencies, critical situations, stress related to work conditions or equipment, to colleagues or subordinates, etc. At the same time, you’ll have the opportunity to catch up and to make visible progress with your projects. Collaborations will have special importance for the work and career all throughout the month.
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10 SIGNS YOU
SHOULDN’T OWNA DOG
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fter the loyalty we all heard of and were touched of the story of ‘Max’ the dog, who tried to save his owner who left him to be killed and tortured before his eyes, this month Lounge brought you signs that you shouldn’t own a dog as a dog’s loyalty is so precious that not anyone deserves it…
If you are going to own a dog only to If you don’t have a place for it, dogs need You are not financially ready, owning a 1 protect you, invest in a weapon or protect 4 spaces to run and jump. 8 pet is not far from having a baby it needs your home with an alarm and save yourself If you can’t control your dog; if your dog devotion, care and money, if you don’t have and the dog the hassle as it’s a soul that 5controls you then, things will get way out a budget for a pet then don’t go for this step. needs love and care not merely food. of control, and for your safety as well as your It’s a business, some dog owners treat If you are not willing to spend money on neighbours reconsider owning one before 9them as a business where the sole reason 2 the dog unless his case is severe and life you or your little ones get bitten. behind owning a pet for them is breading. threatening. Dogs need vaccinations and If you don’t stay at home; if you stay Of course it’s a plus for any dog owner, but regular visits to the vet. 6 at work till night and you travel a lot in don’t overdo it or you will lose your little one. If you like puppies, but you don’t like business trips then, owning a dog will be a If you are a fussy person then, 3 mature dogs because the puppies will hassle for you and your poor furry friend. 10 definitely don’t own a dog. A dog is a grow older so, save yourself and the dog the You or your partner have allergy, before hyper animal and can break something while attachment and instead think of adopting a 7owning a pet you should make sure playing, can cause hair everywhere and/or cat. that you don’t have any medical reasons to poop in the wrong place. prevent it.
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