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ART

INTERVIEW

66 ARTronauts Noraiz Arshad

34 Dr. Habeeb Azhar 58 Safira CSR 70 Rashed S. AlFadala 84 Asrar AlAnsari 90 StopMotion Kuwait 102 Geoffroy d'Anglejan

AUTO

118 New Car Launches

BEAUTY

52 Semi-Permanent MakeUp 56 Skin Problems? No, Thank You!

ENTERTAINMENT

74 July Movie Releases 76 Top Music Charts 77 Music with MJB

KIDS 142 Kids Pages

LITERATURE

FASHION

80 Arabic Poetry by Tassnim 81 Poetry by Nada Faris 82 July 2014 Book Releases 88 The Upcoming Summer

111 JNBY-A new take on modernity in K-town 113 Fashion News

FEATURE 18 Maya Angelou -Renaissance Woman 20 Be Humble but Not Humiliated 22 ‫في املسامحة راحة‬ 24 A Mindful Life 26 FIFA Exposed 28 Paying It Forward 30 The Australian College Of Kuwait -

89 Short Stories by Nadia AlHassan

Celebrating 10 Years Of Graduating Successful Students

32 When Charity Begins At Home 54 Scents & Memories 78 Desert films

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48 Green in The City

44 Fit remedies that will keep you healthy and well this Ramadan season

106 Nat 's Kitchen Tales... With Love

HEALTH 38 Cataracts

50 One-On-One with Kinda AlFaris 62 Tea with T 64 City Guide 68 Know About Your Birthstone 83 CP Book Club by Nada Soliman 133 Events 132 Press 140 Say Cheez with CityPages 144 Horoscopes 146 Homework for GrownUps

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42 A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

100 LiveLove-Eat with Sherifa Alasousi

40 Eating Healthy during Eid 46 Going Green

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TECHNOLOGY 94 Cool New Gadgets 96 TECH Updates & News 99 ‫شهر اخلير و العطاء‬

Dear Readersâ&#x20AC;Ś Dhari Al-Muhareb Editor-in-Chief

Jameel Arif

General Manager & Editor

Abeer Al-Abduljalil

Before we introduce this issue, allow me to once again wish you and your families a very blessed Ramadan and I hope you are enjoying it as much as we are while putting this issue together. This is our 55th issue. Yes, another milestone achieved. It's a moment of celebration for all of us at CityPages

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and an opportunity to renew our commitment to ourselves and to our valued readers to continue working

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with the same zest and passion and to provide you with even better and quality content in the coming issues.

Executive Editor

Muhammed Altaf Sr. Sales Manager

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This month we bring you some exciting new interviews. Our cover interview is with Mr. Rashed S. AlFadala who is Striving to set a new standard in healthcare services in Kuwait. It was a great opportunity to meet this very committed and dedicated young man. We also had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Geoffroy d'Anglejan

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who was in town for the opening of the first store of La Maison Du Chocolat and it was an interesting

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conversation with him as he was a chocolate lover like myself and both of us were actually enjoying different

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flavored chocolates during the interview.

Graphic Designers Mohammed Syed Khaled Al-Enezi

As CityPages is always committed to spreading good messages and supporting as many awareness campaigns, this month we participate in the CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS campaign of Safira CSR and had the

Contributing Team Abdullah Y. Shams AlDeen Mohammad Al-Sharrah Abdulaziz Al-Khamis Nadia Al-Hassan Abdalla AlMuzaini Nada Soliman Adnan Najeeb Al-Abbar Nada Faris Ahmed Al-Ragum Nour Al-Zaabi Ali - DJ RAVEN Oussama T. Hussein ARTRONAUTS ASAMA Perfumes Reshmi Revi BirthKuwait Sanaa Abdul Hamid Dr. Nazia Nausheen Sandra Bakhamian Eng. Homoud AlMuhareb Sherihan A. Hassabo Faisal Al-Dhofari Talah Alabdulaaly Khaled Al-Zawawi Layla Harmony Zahra Ashkanani Maha Al-Rashed Zahra Taqi Photography Team Abdulaziz AlSoraya Shahbaz Hussain Abdulaziz AlShayaji Abdullah Hamadah Ahmad Emad Othman AlMishaan Natalia Sitcai

opportunity to meet with the founder and managing director - Ms. Maha A. AlBaghli and know more about Safira CSR and their latest initiatives. Our cooking section is growing and I am sure you will find plenty of new dishes to try this month. I will leave you with this to explore more yourself and as we are almost close to Eid, I would like to wish all our readers, fans, followers, and supporters a very happy and joyful Eid. As you all know by now that we do not take any rest, we will be back with our August issue. Stay tuned and keep reading CityPages and Spreading the message of love and peace.

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Hello Our Beautiful Readers!

Dear CityPages Readers,

By the time you will be reading this issue of CityPages Magazine, the Holy month of Ramadan will be approaching its last quarter. People will be

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getting ready about their Eid shopping. Events make our lives special and give us the chance to enjoy our lives. I hope all of you will have a great time

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during Ramadan and I pray you can have wonderful moments on Eid as well.

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Same is the case with weather, we are almost at the verge of ending the blistering heat and are about to enter the humid climate. Keep yourself safe from

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I hope that you are all faring well during this hot month of Ramadan, and must say how brave we are to be fasting, working and carrying on our daily lives in this climate; but it’s being done so Kudos to all. WHEW! I’m all World Cupped out, what a whirlwind that was. Having seen how many people are into the game, made me feel extremely left out for I love to kick the ball around much more than watch Messi do it (no offence Messi, good game! I think). Our issue this month falls between the Ramadan and Eid season so we are all en masse probably raring to head out on our summer holidays and I have a feeling Kuwait is going to be left empty this year. This month’s issue is jam packed with interviews and good readings supplied by our ever expanding team of contributors; what a proud feeling I get just saying that. As for me, the highlight was meeting and interviewing Jairek Robbins, one of the youngest most inspiring people I have met to date. I hope he comes back to Kuwait for more engagements in the future. Special thanks goes out to Vigor Events for always exposing us to new and interesting people. I wish everyone a lovely summer ahead and Eid Mubarak to all. Remember to pack light to avoid excess baggage charges (random bit of advice there).

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Maya Angelou, Renaissance Woman It might be rather naïve to ask if one needed to be a good man or woman to be a good poet. Reading the scandalous, chaotic and painfilled private lives of some American poets, whose luminous poetry is both lovable and achingly sad is a window into the chasms of the soul and also the creative spark so often found there. Are poets prophetic? Can they simulate the prophetic voice without the gift of prophecy? Put simply, can a poet fake the emotion of language convincingly enough to fool the average reader? Of course they can. But, if they do, there is an unsatisfying shallowness to the waters – one cannot bathe in its cool depths. A bird doesn’t sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song. Well done. Your memory has served you well. Yes, the last is a quote from the work of one of the first global renaissance women, Maya Angelou. Pages and books of pages will have been written since May 28, 2014, when she passed quietly away at home in Winston-Salem. Few leave treasures of such value behind as she. Maya Angelou was born Marguerite Annie Johnson in 1928 in St Louis, Missouri. Her childhood was difficult. Sent to live with her paternal grandmother in rural Arkansas after the break up of her parents’ marriage, she experienced the toxicity of racial prejudice, family murder and juvenile rape. The trauma caused her simply to stop speaking and she remained virtually mute for almost five years. She described herself as a “volunteer mute” during that period, saying that “I had voice, but refused to use it.” I have long supposed that the rich inner life she undoubtedly 18

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created for herself during that period served as the fuel for the lush prose, the explosive creativity which later came into being. Ultimately, her voice was coaxed into life by a friend of her grandmother’s, who, discerning a passion for poetry, told her “you will never love poetry until you actually feel it come across your tongue, through your teeth, over your lips.” The Second World War found her in California, with a scholarship to study dance and acting at the California Labor School. She gave birth to a son in 1944 after, it is said, a night of loveless passion principally motivated by nothing more than a spirit of inquiry. Six years later she married a Greek sailor and aspirant musician from whom she apparently took her professional name, a chic amalgam of her own childhood nickname and his surname. Other husbands were acquired and apparently later discarded, a detail about which she remained charmingly vague for the rest of her life. With a young son to support, she worked amongst other things, and in no particular order, as a recording artist, nightclub dancer, a prostitute and a short-order cook, later performing and singing on and off Broadway. Words, however, were never very far away. In the 1960’s she moved to Egypt then Ghana during the decolonization of Africa, working as an editor and freelancer. To our modern, well-travelled eyes, much of this seems colorful but not particularly remarkable. So far, we are confronted with a story of a woman from humble circumstances using all the skills she had to try to better herself. It stands, however, as testament to the strength of will, determination and a willingness to seize opportunity that characterized her life during the twenty years before major success came her way. She was an active member of the Civil Rights movement, working with Martin Luther King Jr. MLK became a close friend and when he was assassinated on her birthday

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(April 4) in 1968. Maya stopped celebrating her birthday for years afterward, and sent flowers to King's widow, Coretta Scott King, for more than thirty years, until Coretta's death in 2006. Maya was encouraged by friend and fellow writer James Baldwin to write about her life experiences. Her efforts resulted in the wildly successful 1969 memoir about her childhood and young adult years, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, which made literary history as the first non-fiction bestseller by an African-American woman. Its structure is thematic rather than chronological, the character of Maya has been described as “symbolic … for every black girl growing up in America”, and therefore, by inference, a voice for everyone who has been subjected to arcane, outdated and redundant social models, a chorus of voices learning to cry out in the wilderness. It made her an international star, remaining on the New York Times non-fiction bestseller lists for over two years, a record that stands to this day. With the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Maya discusses deep aspects of her personal life in a funny, tough, lyrical voice that transforms her story from a litany of isolation and suffering into a glorious psalm of endurance. Idiosyncratic, hilarious and alive, it was the voice of a generation. She was admired and respected as a spokesperson for both black people and women, and her works have been considered a defense of what subsequently became known as Black culture. Attempts have been made to ban her books from some U.S. libraries, presumably because to some a clear evocation of Black identity and culture was perceived as a threat, but her works are widely used in schools and universities worldwide. Despite the efforts of some to fictionalize her work under the genre “autobiographical fiction”, her groundbreaking effort was to deliberately attempt to challenge the common structure

of the autobiography, pushing the envelope of the genre. Her books contain themes like racism, identity, family, and travel. These themes are common to us all and so many shouted a resounding “yes” after having read her work. She wrote several autobiographies throughout her career, including All God's Children Need Traveling Shoes (1986) and A Song Flung Up to Heaven (2002), but Caged Bird continues to be regarded as her most popular autobiographical work. Her storytelling style and dazzlingly rich imagery revealed breathtaking intellectual range and artistry, borne on lilting, almost musical rhythms almost as if a haunting blues backbeat accompanies the words. It is ironic that of the very few negative reviews of her work, the very modernity that makes it so readable is challenged as being manipulatively melodramatic and metaphorically muddled. Most agree that the sweeping amalgam of metaphor is what causes the prose to speak so clearly, and its power is still felt as keenly by a modern reader as it was a generation ago. Her first love was almost certainly poetry. She has published several collections, including Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'Fore I Die (1971), which was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. One of her most famous works is the poem "On the Pulse of Morning," which she wrote especially for and recited at President Bill Clinton's inaugural ceremony in January 1993—marking the first inaugural recitation

since 1961, when Robert Frost delivered his poem "The Gift Outright" at President John F. Kennedy's inauguration. Maya went on to win a Grammy Award (best spoken word album) for the audio version of the poem.

Facedown in ignorance,

I don’t think she would mind if I copied down some of it here for you, since the world still weeps for the peace and justice it so clearly calls for.

The Rock cries out to us today,

“A Rock, A River, A Tree

…

Hosts to species long since departed,

Source: The Complete Collected Poems of Maya Angelou (Random House Inc., 1994)

Marked the mastodon,

Your mouths spilling words Armed for slaughter.

You may stand upon me, But do not hide your face.”

The dinosaur, who left dried tokens Of their sojourn here On our planet floor, Any broad alarm of their hastening doom Is lost in the gloom of dust and ages. But today, the Rock cries out to us, clearly, forcefully, Come, you may stand upon my Back and face your distant destiny, But seek no haven in my shadow, I will give you no hiding place down here. You, created only a little lower than The angels, have crouched too long in The bruising darkness Have lain too long

Some of you, especially if you’re neither Black nor American – I think it’s safe to use the words – might never have read Dr Angelou’s work. If you have not, then, perhaps I might be allowed to make a gentle suggestion. Read a little. If you do, you may very well find yourself a little more forgiving, a little more tolerant, a little more loving, a little more aware of the others. Maya wrote prolifically, so a single summative quote is hard to find, but, how about this? In 2011, she was moved to tears on television while reading aloud a passage she had written about her mother and forgiveness. Maya was contagiously kind, perhaps something she learned from her… “Forgiveness is the greatest gift you can give yourself. It’s not for the other person… I release my tormentors from my care.” A great tree has fallen in the forest. Maya Angelou, rest in peace. July, 2014

Be Humble but Not Humiliated What do women want?: A question that had been asked long time ago by Sigmund Freud, the famous psychoanalytic philosopher. However, the very same question that was initially introduced back in the 18th Century is still echoing itself till now; in the 21st century. Long time ago, women all over the world struggled for their recognition, their rights, & their value as human beings. They mainly asked for equality to Men's social, political, & economical rights. However, if we consider this matter now, we'll straightforwardly observe the enormous difference between those suppressed women of the earlier period & these untied ones of nowadays. Undeniably, there has been a change; the rules by which women are treated had been altered, the perspective through which men observe women now is unquestionably poles apart from that which was previously exercised, and women have almost acquired all what they demanded on many humanitarian levels. Yet, we are still discussing the problematical issue of gender equality. Regardless of the wide ranges of the social, political & many other levels of equality; I shall discuss this concept in accordance of our standard ordinary daily lives, and our tangible men-women Sherihan A. Hassabo Sherihan A. Hassabo is a passionate writer who started expressing her opinion about controversial subjects when she was 14. When she is not directing events, she likes to investigate the interesting relationships' controversy in our Eastern society. Every month, and from real life experience; Sherihan will share a story, an idea, opinion, or a simple advice for men and women to live happily ever after.

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relationships. What's Equality?? The acknowledged definition of equality is the equivalence, the sameness, the fairness, the impartiality, and the correspondence of two or more objects. Relevantly to the issue under discussion, Equality is to be identified as equal rights, equal opportunities, & equal treatment for both sexes. Women demand equal rights & responsibilities to men's; they want to work like men, behave like men, be treated like men, & even talk like men. Women require equality without the slightest recognition that this very requirement in itself is the strongest proof that men are superior to women. They keep asking for having what men have, for doing what men do, and for being what men are. Well, it's a fact that no one can deny that men & women aren't treated equally all over the world generally & in our eastern society specifically. WHY?? The simple answer for this knotty question is that men aren't women, and women are not men. We are different creatures; we can never be identical simply because God created us differently: physically, emotionally, & mentally. We even invented the term of OPPOSITTE SEXES by ourselves, because we are absolutely certain that a man & a woman are categorically opposite & can by no means be equal. On a closer observation of the psychological dissimilarity between both sexes, both men & women follow extremely neat psychological systems genuinely: the basic statistics shows that men's system obliges them to rely most of their actions on their minds. It's a sort of priorities: primarily men are concerned with "Achievement" which is mainly represented by their working fields, then comes "Health" as their second concern, followed by the "Social & Communal Acceptance" which is for the most part comes in material form of the family life. While women's list of priorities initiates with "Social & Communal Acceptance", "Health", and then "Achievement" is their least

concern. However, these different systems aren't created haphazardly because, in fact, a man should care for his work & his health in order to be capable of providing a secure life for his family at the end. While a woman must be socially accepted, using her flowing emotions to bring up her children & provide love & care in her home which always comes first in a woman's life; don't all women even say "My house, my kingdom"? Even in the common man-woman relations, difference is required & needed. This is simply emphasized by a very small example: if we get two magnets, similar poles will space out, while different ones will magnetize. Isn't this an enough proof? At this point I conclude, totally aware that many men who read this would misunderstand my point of view or rather misuse it, that's why I'd like to tell men a little concluding advice: A man once said " Pleasure is the portion of the inferior; but glory, virtue, heaven for man designed" I respect the reason why you are against equality & I respect the facts which forbid you to accept it; but women are not pleasure objects created just to please men, women are bottomless meanings of loving, caring, & giving & your duty is to explore & discover them. If a man respects his woman & know exactly how to treat her, I guarantee she'll come one day offering her inferiority. Addressing women, I'd like to say that with this article I'm not betraying my own sex, I'm just being honest with myself. I believe what we have now is enough & the way the world perceives women now is fairly comforting. We don't need more equality to keep asking for it till eternity. I myself want to be a woman & when I get married, I'd like to get married to a man, not to myself. So my one & only advice to women is to try to be humble but not humiliated; because "Humble" may be a little hard but "Humiliated" can roughly destroy.

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‫فهم وظن بالمواضيع المتعلقة بالتنمية البشرية‬ ‫والذاتية ‪ ،‬ويعتقدون انها ( خزعبالت وخرابيط ) ‪ ،‬مع‬ ‫العلم أن افضل منهج للتنمية الذاتية هو القرآن‬ ‫الكريم و السنة النبوية وافضل من تكلم عنها د‪.‬‬ ‫جاسم المطوع‪.‬‬

‫ما نتكلم ونسمع‬ ‫كلمة تسامح وكل‬ ‫ينصحون‬ ‫المدربين‬ ‫بالتسامح‪ ،‬لكن لم نعرف لماذا علينا أن‬ ‫نسامح‪ ،‬وما فائدة التسامح‪ ،‬وكيف نسامح؟‬ ‫بعض األشخاص يحبون معرفة نتيجة الشي‬ ‫قبل أن يتم تطبيقه ‪..‬‬ ‫هل هناك دليل للتسامح بالدين االسالمي؟‬ ‫ال َر ُس ُ‬ ‫التسامح فضيلة مو فرض لكن أثرها كبير نعم ‪َ ،‬ق َ‬ ‫س َّل َم ‪َ " :‬ر ِح َم‬ ‫ول ال َّل ِه َص َّلى ال َّل ُه َع َل ْي ِه َو َ‬ ‫اع ‪َ ،‬و َس ْم ًحا ِإ َذا ْ‬ ‫على الشخص المتسامح نفسه‪..‬‬ ‫اش َت َرى ‪َ ،‬و َس ْم ًحا‬ ‫ال َّل ُه َع ْب ًدا َس ْم ًحا ِإ َذا َب َ‬ ‫س ْم ًحا ِإ َذا ْ‬ ‫ضى " ‪.‬‬ ‫اق َت َ‬ ‫ِإ َذا َق َ‬ ‫ضى ‪َ ،‬و َ‬ ‫ما هو التسامح؟‬ ‫هو نسيانك للماضي او المواقف المؤلمة ودليل القرآن الكريم‬ ‫بإرادتك‪.‬‬ ‫اظ ِمينَ ا ْل َغ ْي َظ‬ ‫اء َو َّ‬ ‫اء َوا ْل َك ِ‬ ‫الض َّر ِ‬ ‫الس َّر ِ‬ ‫{الَّ ِذينَ ي ُ ْن ِف ُقونَ ِفي َّ‬ ‫ينَ‬ ‫س ِنينَ }‬ ‫ح‬ ‫ي‬ ‫ه‬ ‫ل‬ ‫ال‬ ‫و‬ ‫اس‬ ‫ن‬ ‫ال‬ ‫ن‬ ‫ع‬ ‫اف‬ ‫ع‬ ‫ل‬ ‫ا‬ ‫و‬ ‫َّ‬ ‫َّ‬ ‫ْ‬ ‫ب ا ْل ُم ْح ِ‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫ُ ُ ُّ‬ ‫كيف أتسامح؟‬ ‫انسى واتقبل‪.‬‬ ‫آيات التسامح والغفران كثيرة ابحث عنها‬ ‫حين تكون شخص متسامح يعني انك انت‬ ‫شخص متسامح مع نفسك ‪..‬‬ ‫ما هي فائدة التسامح ؟‬ ‫الكلمة لها تأثير قوي عليك وعلى حياتك وستشعر‬ ‫حين نتكلم عن التسامح فنحن نتكلم عن بالراحة النفسية وأمور حياتك تكون أفضل‪..‬‬ ‫الذات وهو اي علوم تتعلق بالذات والتنمية‬ ‫والتطوير‪.‬‬ ‫في موقف حصل للدكتور محمد العوضي حيث‬ ‫كان مع مجموعة من المفكرين وتم إلتقاط له صورة‬ ‫كثير من االشخاص اصبح لديهم سوء معهم ‪ ..‬انتشرت الصورة و قام احد االشخاص في‬

‫الحديث بسوء عن الدكتور كيف يصور معهم واهو‬ ‫كان بخالف معهم‪ ،،‬الحادثة كانت في عام ‪١٩٨٢‬‬ ‫والصورة في ‪ ٢٠١٢‬تقريبًا‪ ،‬رد الدكتور وقال ببساطة‬ ‫الني سامحته ‪ ،‬سامحت نفسي ونسيت الموضوع‪،‬‬ ‫فليس من المعقول ان اكتم الكره والحقد سنين‬ ‫بسبب غلطة او موقف‪..‬‬ ‫نحن بشر فمن طبيعتنا أن نخطيء و لو ما كنا‬ ‫نغلط كان كنا من المالئكة‪.‬‬ ‫ول ال َّل ِه‪َ -‬ص َّلى ال َّل ُه‬ ‫َع ْن أ َ ِبي ُه َر ْي َر َة رَ ِض َ‬ ‫س ِ‬ ‫ي ال َّل ُه َع ْن ُه َع ْن رَ ُ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫ال‪:‬‏ ‏"‏ لَ ْو أنَّ ُك ْم لَا ت ُ ْخ ِطئُونَ لَأتَى ال َّل ُه‬ ‫س َّل َم‪َ -‬ق َ‏‬ ‫َع َل ْي ِه َوآ ِل ِه َو َ‬ ‫ِب َق ْو ٍم ي ُ ْخ ِطئُونَ يَ ْغ ِفرُ لَ ُه ْم ‏"‏‏‪.‬‏‬ ‫انوي ان تسامح نفسك اوالً والناس والمواقف‬ ‫واالحداث التي ضايقتك او تعيقكك عن الراحة ‪ ،‬ردد‬ ‫( اللهم انك عفو تحب العفو فاعف عني وعنهم)‬ ‫‪Nour AlZaabi‬‬

‫‪Nour holds a Master in Business Administration‬‬ ‫‪and a Bachelor in Marketing and is a Member at‬‬ ‫‪The Kuwait Economic Society and British Council‬‬ ‫‪Entrepreneur Network in Kuwait. Stay tuned for‬‬ ‫‪her articles and features in the CityPages magazine.‬‬

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July, 2014

A Mindful Life “People usually consider walking on water or in thin air a miracle. But I think the real miracle is not to walk either on water or in thin air, but to walk on earth. Everyday we are engaged in a miracle which we don’t even recognize: a blue sky, white clouds, green leaves, the black, curious eyes of a child—our own two eyes. All is a miracle.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh

When Ramadan started (Happy and blessed Ramadan by the way!) I posted about it being my favorite time of the year and how it was the perfect time to practice the art of gratitude, mindfulness and humility. Since then, I have gotten an overwhelming response on what do I mean by mindfulness and how does one practice such an art? Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention on the present. When you're mindful, you observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance, without judging them, good or bad. Instead of letting your life pass you by, mindfulness means living in the moment and awakening to experience. Now that you know what mindfulness is, you are probably wondering why would I want any one to practice it? Here is the bottom line: Mindfulness has the power to change your life! How? Here are some ways: -Mindfulness will improve your mental health. Many psychotherapists have turned to mindful meditation to treat numerous mental health problems such as depression, Zahra Taqi Zahra is a Certified Professional Coach and the President of Milestones Coaching. She would love to hear back from you. So please feel free to drop her a line on her email: zahrataqi@gmail.com or find her on FB: http://www.facebook. com/MilestonesCoaching or twitter: @ MilestonesCoach

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anxiety disorders, eating disorders and substance abuse. Some experts believe that mindfulness works by helping people accept their experiences rather than reacting to them. It is becoming increasingly popular for therapists to combine psychotherapy with the practice of mindfulness to help people gain perspective on irrational and self-defeating thoughts. -Mindfulness will improve your physical health. Recent research has shown that mindfulness helps to relieve stress, lower blood pressure, reduce chronic pain and improve sleep. Still not convinced? Consider this: When you concentrate on your present moment and allow yourself to get out of your own head and concentrate on the here and now, you will start to perceive life in a completely different way. As we engage ourselves in the moment, others take notice. As the opposite party take notice, that in itself creates gravity, drawing both parties closer to each other. As we become present, we realize that others are inviting us in, to interact and build meaningful relationships, because at the end of the day people want to be around those who are willing to invest time with them! Also when we are focusing on the moment we are in, our senses are heightened, allowing us to take in more beauty; the colors of nature are more crisp, the sounds are somehow clearer resulting in us marveling at the immense beauty around us. Becoming mindfully present is a miracle, but an attainable one, and one we can all experience, each and every day, surrounded by the ones we love. If walking on water is a miracle, your everyday life is just as much a miracle as that. Stop, take notice and listen; you are on your way.

July, 2014

FIFA Exposed Corruption, Brazil & Qatar’s World Cup 2022

Over a billion dollars in reserve while operating in legal limbo with minimal to virtually non-existant accountability, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association better known as FIFA, is a non-profit organization. It is a self-appointed, self-regulated body with little legal accountability and massive revenues. Recently, FIFA has come under heavy criticism of its methods that reek of corruption from its top executives, including living fossil FIFA president Sepp Blatter. FIFA and its officials are treated as royalty, after all, the power they posses cannot be underestimated in terms of the socioeconomic benefits and the light it shines on its host nation. According to Brazil’s Internal Revenue Service, FIFA is getting tax exemptions worth more $250 million. It pays no taxes and all revenues from the World Cup goes straight into their Swiss vaults. Why is an organisation with a reported reserve of $1.4 billion receiving such tax benefits? Nonprofit status. In addition to that, having your headquarters in Switzerland definitely is a comfort, no questions asked. The heart of the matter is, FIFA is a business and should be treated like one no matter how much joy football brings us. Why are they, along with the IOC ($5 billion in revenues 2009-2012) NFL ($9.1 billion in 2013), NHL ($3.1 billion in 2011) and many others, exempt from the rules, regulations and taxes that other businesses around the world have to pay? 26

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Much has been reported on the massive overspending in Brazil, around 3.4 billion U.S. dollars alone on stadium construction and renovation and an estimated $14 billion in total, the highest in World Cup history. This, deservedly, among many issue has enraged the less fortunate among the people of Brazil. With accusations of bribery and corruption casting a shadow on Qatar’s winning bid to host the 2022 World Cup, the pressure on Blatter seems to be mounting.

Over $200 million spent on the stadium in the Amazonian city of Manaus, where only four World Cup games took place and no local team to take over. Many economic analysts believe that the financial benefits from hosting this prestigious tournament will be short-lived. Local business, shops and vendors might get a financial boost for a little while, but the fact is that no proceeds whatsoever from the World Cup in Brazil is going to its people in any direct way.

Surprisingly so, Blatter, 78, who has been supreme leader of FIFA since 1998 has disgustingly decided to run for a fifth term. Unbelievable. Sepp has been meeting with representatives from FIFA’s 209 member nations to gather support for next year’s vote after reversing a decision to stand aside. His campaign comes at a time of immense pressure from sponsors over corruption claims linked to the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar.

All revenues of every FIFA World Cup go directly to FIFA. Like the unseen blood sucking parasite they are, FIFA selects its host then lays down “demands” for new stadiums with alcohol consumption during games and imposing requiring anything that they wish the host country to do. As reported by HBO’s John Oliver, from swift action taking FIFA World Cup Courts in 2010, to imposing alcoholic beverage consumption in stadiums while ignoring the fact that Brazil banned alcohol from its stadiums back in 2003 for safety reasons, due to alcohol related deaths. Brazil 2014 FIFA doesn't care, what matters is money and Brazilians are exceptionally passionate keeping your commercial partners grinning, about football, but they are equally focused in this case “Budweiser”. on eradicating inequalities in their country. A great deal of disappointment is evident regarding the widespread government Qatar’s 2022 Bid negligence, and the absence of necessary Like many of us in the region, I was initially investment in the country's infrastructure, surprised and ecstatic that Qatar won the hospitals and public education system. bid for hosting the 2022 World Cup. Having Mass evictions of poor Brazilians from their such a grand event of this magnitude homes positioned within a several blocks taking place virtually in your back yard of stadiums and other fan zone hot spots would be spectacular. We know that the by unprecedented amounts of government Qataris are not short on cash, they can build forces. Most of the evictions were simply for the most innovative, modern as well as the tourists’ own peace of mind, more like futuristic stadiums and venues for the event, sweeping the dirt under the rug before the providing an unforgettable experience of an Arab country hosting this truly magical arrival of an important guest. The people of Brazil are justly concerned international sporting event. about the fact that most of the stadiums As time passed, so did my initial excitement. built for the purposes of the FIFA World It began to sink in, how did Qatar win the bid? Cup will be empty after the competition. Who voted for Qatar and why would they?

Allegations as well as evidence began to surface recently that Qatar’s bid to host the 2022 World Cup was awash in bribes and multiple payments to that helped secure the win. FIFA ethics prosecutor Michael Garcia said he had prior access to the "vast majority" of data recently disclosed by media, which reportedly reveal millions of dollars in bribes to help Qatar secure the 2022 World Cup. Qatar has promised Garcia "full cooperation" after football’s global governing body was engulfed in new scandal following Britain’s Sunday Times damning investigation into the bidding process for the World Cup finals. The story alleges a Qatari official paid more than $5 million in an attempt to secure support for his country's successful bid to host the 2022 tournament that could cost Qatar close to $200 billion. The Sunday Times alleges that Qatari citizen Mohamed bin Hammam made secret payments to football officials in the run up to the controversial ballot. Bin Hammam, the former president of the Asian Football Confederation, was a member of FIFA's all powerful 24-person executive committee charged with voting on who hosted the finals at the time of the vote back in 2010. Despite the country's small size a technical report from FIFA calling its bid "high risk"

with summer temperature highs exceeding 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit), Qatar shocked the world by winning the right to host the 2022 finals defeating strong bids by the United States, Australia, Japan and South Korea. FIFA vice-president Jim Boyce has said he would back a re-vote, potentially opening the possibility of the U.S. staging the 2022 tournament,” completely opposite of what Blatter was quoted saying last year.

of deaths among Qatar’s migrant workers indicate that the country must urgently adhere to human rights and labor policies. International outcry is prevalent, demands to strip Qatar of hosting the World Cup or imposing a temporary ban until certain FIFA regulations are met (Qatar will agree to anything to host) is also a possibility and of course a revote. Allegations of inhumane working conditions clear offer some explanation for unusually high death rates amongst migrant workers in Qatar. Investigators from The Guardian found that workers were forced to work in scorching 50 Celsius heat, refused drinking water, and left to sleep in makeshift housing in unfinished stadiums most with as many as 12 men crammed in a room.

The probe also consisted of interviews with members of all the bidding teams for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, as well as with the members of FIFA's executive committee at the time of the 2010 vote. German football legend Franz Beckenbauer, an executive committee member at the time, is reportedly facing sanctions for failing to cooperate with the investigation. Garcia finished his probe on the matter, and is due to submit his report to the judicial chamber of FIFA's ethics Workers from Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka committee in the coming weeks according to and other relatively poor countries often the AFP. arrive with debts to their recruiters or through employer sponsorships (Kafala), World Cup 2022 Working Conditions which in reality means they cannot simply The cost of the 2022 World Cup is more than stop working, or seek a better job. Alleged just about finances, it costs lives too. There control of wages and seizure of passports are nearly 1.4 million workers living in Qatar also explain why these migrant workers are at the moment. Most of us are familiar with the effectively trapped in Qatar with few options “Kafala” or sponsorship system for desperate but to either flee the country or endure labour workers. The International Trade dangerous working conditions risking their Union Confederation, a group dedicated to protecting labor and human rights around lives. This is not exclusive to Qatar, the entire the world, released a report claiming that if GCC needs radical labour rights reforms. A current conditions remain unchanged, at labour laws reality check of some sorts. least 4,000 migrant workers will die before a Someone mentioned to me that perhaps it single ball is kicked at the 2022 World Cup. might be too culturally embedded? Maybe. Reports from The Guardian’s investigation into Qatar’s labour practices are especially Although, if that is the case, something has to troubling when compared to the death change. As the richest country per capita in rates during preparation for other similar the world with an unprecedented 220 billion international sporting events. In perspective, dollar budget for the World Cup, there is no there were 25 casualties associated with the reason why Qatar cannot allocate adequate construction for the 2014 Winter Olympics in funds to fair labor practices. The intensity of Sochi, Russia. This summer’s World Cup in international attention demands for change, Brazil has caused just six deaths during its and accountability will determine whether 11 years of preparation. The high numbers unacceptable labor conditions persist during preparation for the 2022 World Cup. FIFA as of yet has done nothing yet, no Arab should be proud of a World Cup built at the expense of 4,000 lives, which would have a much higher death toll than 9/11. It remains to be seen how FIFA deals with this mounting pressure from every side. Abdullah Y. Shams Al-Deen Abdullah is a graduate with a B.A. in Journalism/Public Relations from California State University at Northridge - Los Angeles, California. Abdullah was a columnist for the National Union of Kuwaiti Students in America, Nebras E-zine for almost 4 years covering a wide range of topics from the oil industry and technology to sports and culture. An investigative Journalist at heart, researching and presenting intriguing, inspirational and important topics that otherwise do not find the light of day gives his great satisfaction. Follow Abdullah on Instagram: @a_shamsideen

July, 2014

Paying It Forward

First released in October 2000, and featuring the acting talents of Kevin Spacey, Haley Joel Osment, and Helen Hunt, the feature film “Pay It Forward” has long since been one of my favourites. It seems to be screened on local TV channels with increasing regularity, but I have to limit the number of times I watch because, much to the amusement of my friends, there is one scene near the end of the movie which never fails to have me reaching for the Kleenex! For the few of you who may not have seen the movie I shall not spoil things by saying too much, but the storyline is about a young boy (Trevor) who, troubled by his mother's alcoholism and fears of his abusive but absent father, is inspired by an intriguing assignment from his new social studies teacher, Mr. Simonet. The assignment: to think of something to change the world, and put it into action. Trevor conjures the notion of paying a favour not back, but forwards; repaying good deeds not with payback, but instead with fresh good deeds carried out for the benefit of three new people. Trevor's efforts to make good on his idea bring a revolution not only in the lives of himself, his mother and his physically-and-emotionallyscarred teacher, but also in the lives of an ever-widening circle of people completely unknown to him. Of course, the whole concept to “pay it forward” was not a new idea created for or by the movie. A quick check on Wikipedia suggests that 28

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by: Paul Turnbridge

“Pay it forward is an expression for describing the beneficiary of a good deed repaying it to others instead of to the original benefactor. The concept is old, but the phrase may have been coined by Lily Hardy Hammond in her 1916 book ‘In the Garden of Delight’.” The online font of all knowledge then lists numerous works of literature through the ages (both before and after the work of Lily Hardy Hammond) that has featured the Pay It Forward philosophy. However, it was a 2000 novel penned by Catherine Ryan Hyde that was turned into the award-winning film that has made the most significant impact in recent years, promoting the idea as an obligation to do three good deeds for others in response to a good deed that one receives. Such good deeds should accomplish things that the other person cannot accomplish on their own. In this way, the practice of helping one another can spread geometrically through society at a ratio of three to one, creating a social movement with an admirable impact of making the world a better place. And, spawned from the movie, a Pay it Forward Movement and Foundation was founded in the USA helping to start a ripple effect of kindness acts around the world. Yet, even so, I am reminded (especially in this period of Ramadan) of the true origins of such a commendable philosophy. After all, is not one of the Five Pillars of Islam about giving Zakat - support for the needy? I am aware that there are companies and organisations which, during Ramadan, provide meals at the end of the daily fast for total strangers; I have Muslim friends who (not just during Ramadan but throughout the year) give selflessly to people-in-need that they have never met before. Such love for others is of course at the centre of all religions; Christianity is based on the belief that God gave his only Son as payment for

the sins of all others – surely the original and ultimate Pay It Forward for those of the Christian faith! Good and charitable deeds are evidence of the best side of human nature, so it’s good to highlight and celebrate them as encouragement and inspiration to others. Former US President Ronald Reagan once wisely said “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” Diana, Princess of Wales, advised to “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, in the knowledge that one day, someone might do the same for you.” In the (translated) words of an old Arabic proverb, “If you have much, give of your wealth; if you have little, give of your heart.” The world isn’t always fair and, in fact, there are many, many times when it’s unfair and it feels like other people are “out to get you”. That’s why it’s important also to remember the positive aspects and experiences of life. Whether as random acts of kindness or as deeds undertaken essentially to “Pay It Forward”, there will always be complete strangers who help each other out for no reason other than to be good people. It is this sort of kindness that renews our faith in the world, and in other people. Whilst researching for this article I read numerous accounts of good deeds, and it became clear to me that the world really isn’t the bad place that some people would have you believe it to be! Don’t let this world get you down. There are plenty of good people out there who will help you if you stumble. Feel good about other people and share this article – it’ll spread the happiness. Finally I shall leave you with one of my alltime favourite quotes, from Country singer/ songwriter Miss Dolly Parton ….”If you see someone without a smile on their face, give ‘em yours!”

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When Charity Begins At Home

by: Paul Turnbridge

Having lived in Kuwait for almost seven years, one thing I miss is my garden! I had designed and nurtured gardens at a number of different houses where I lived in England, and in The Netherlands, and enjoyed de-stressing at the end of a busy day in the office by some simple planting, weeding and general pottering in my outdoor rooms (weatherpermitting, of course). Nowadays, I have to content myself with looking at photos on the internet of other peoples’ gardening achievements or, if I’m lucky enough to schedule my vacations in Spring or Summer months, I might enjoy visits to one of the big garden shows or exhibitions, or to one of the private gardens opened to the public to raise money for charity, which is the project I want to bring to your attention. The National Gardens Scheme has a rich and interesting history that is closely connected with nursing in the UK. It was many years ago, in 1859, that William Rathbone, a Liverpool merchant, employed a nurse to care for his wife in their home. After his wife’s death, Rathbone retained the nurse to help poor people in the neighbourhood, and he later raised funds for the recruitment, training and employment of nurses to go into the deprived areas of the city. Based on the idea of local nursing that was established by Rathbone, “District” nursing quickly spread across the country. With support from Florence Nightingale and Queen Victoria, the movement became a national voluntary organisation which set standards and trained nurses. 32

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In 1926, the organisation decided to raise a special fund in memory of their patron, Queen Alexandra, who had recently died. The fund would pay for training and would also support nurses who were retiring. A council member, Miss Elsie Wagg, came up with the idea of raising money for charity through the nation’s obsession with gardening, by asking people to open their gardens to visitors and charging a modest entry fee that would be donated. And so, in the following year, The National Gardens Scheme was founded. Individual householders were asked to open their gardens for 'a shilling a head'. In the first year 609 gardens raised over £8,000. By 1931, a network of volunteer County Organisers had been established and over 1,000 private gardens were open for viewing. Country Life magazine produced a handbook that would become known

as "The Yellow Book" because of its bright cover. This book continues to be published annually, and lists the locations and opening dates and times of all gardens participating in the scheme. After the Second World War, the National Health Service took on the District Nursing Service, but money was still needed to care for retired nurses and invest in training. The National Gardens Scheme (NGS) offered to donate funding to the National Trust to restore and preserve important gardens. In return, the National Trust opened many of its most prestigious gardens for the NGS. During the 1970s, entrance fees were raised to more realistic and useful levels, having been held at one shilling despite much inflation, and the gardens began to raise significant donations. The National Gardens Scheme Charitable

Trust was established as an independent charity and, in 1984, Macmillan Cancer Support joined the list of beneficiary charities. In 1996 Marie Curie Cancer Care, Help the Hospices and Crossroads (now Carers Trust) also became beneficiary charities. Since 2010, a different annual ‘guest’ charity has been chosen from

recommendations of NGS volunteers.

and flourish.

Since its foundation, the National Gardens Scheme has donated over £42.5 million to its beneficiary charities, of which nearly £23 million has been donated within the last ten years. The National Gardens Scheme’s commitment to nursing and caring remains constant, and the charity continues to grow

The photos which accompany this article are of the beautiful garden belonging to one of my old school friends, Peter, who opens his gardens to the public each year. His entry in the official Yellow Guide includes the following...

North Lodge, 51 Bowthorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 3TN Opening dates and times - Sunday 22, Sunday 29 June (11-5pm) Admission £3, children free Refreshments - Home-made teas Town garden of almost 1/5 acre on difficult triangular plot surrounding Victorian Gothic Cemetery Lodge (not open). Strong structure and attention to internal vista with Gothic conservatory, formal ponds and water features, pergola, classical-style summerhouse and 80ft deep well! Predominantly herbaceous planting. Self guided walk around associated historic parkland cemetery also available House extension nominated for architectural award. Slide show of house and garden history Featured in Sunday Times, and on Radio Norfolk

So, if you are visiting the UK any time this summer, why not take time out and see if there’s a garden open near where you are staying? July, 2014

Dr. Habeeb Azhar The most precious thing we have in life is health, and therefore we can only entrust it to the best professionals, whose knowledge and experience are obvious. Recently, we had the opportunity to meet one of such professionals – Dr. Habeeb Azhar. He is the Consultant and Orthopedic Surgeon at Dar Al Shifa hospital for the last 14 years. Dr. Habeeb has been awarded ‘Certificate of Excellence’ during annual appraisal program of Dar Al Shifa Hospital and is the only Indian consultant in orthopedic surgery in Kuwait. Here he discusses a wide range of topics related to orthopedic field including the most common orthopedic problems in Kuwait, latest techniques and various misconceptions about orthopedic surgery.

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Kindly introduce yourself to our readers and tell us about your education. I am Dr. Habeeb Azhar, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, working in Dar Al Shifa Hospital for the last 14 years. I did my MBBS (medical graduation) and MS Orthopedic surgery from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. I did almost six years of residency training in orthopedic surgery at the same institute. I then completed my MCH Orthopedics from University of Dundee, Scotland, UK. Why and how did you choose orthopedic as a specialization? Early from my childhood I used to watch people suffering from road traffic accidents, bone injuries and geriatric people suffering from joint pains which impaired their quality of life that had an impact on my heart. When I completed my medical graduation, I had an insight to do orthopedic surgery as my specialization. What are some of the most common problems patients in Kuwait have? Since football is a popular sport in Kuwait, the youth suffer from knee, ankle and foot injuries. The middle aged and elderly people suffer from primary osteoarthritis of joints, tendinopathies and common foot problems. Although low back pain and sciatica are also vert common in young adults and elderly. In neonates and infants, developmental dysplasia is quite common. What are the surgical and non-surgical options available for patients? Surgical options are: lArthroscopic-aided ligament econstruction, meniscal repair /excision. lPrimary hip, knee and shoulder arthroplasty lShoulder decompression and rotator cuff repair lSurgery for recurrent dislocation of shoulder lSpine- Microdisciectomies, decompression and fusion, correction of spinal deformity lFixation of long bone fractures, intraarticular fracture Non-surgical options: lAs the first line of management for common tendon, bone and joint disorders are medication, physiotherapy, intra-articular injections (hyaluronic acid, steroids and prp injections) lOf course, stress upon weight reduction and fitness.

Can you describe how advanced is the Orthopedic Department at Dar Al Shifa Hospital? The Orthopedic Department has well-trained and experienced team of surgeons and is equipped with state-of-the-art modern facilities covering sports injuries, joint replacements, spine, pediatric orthopedic, fractures, general bone and joint disorders. What are the factors that are considered before deciding that surgical intervention is the only option? Surgical intervention depends upon many factors like absolute indication due to the nature of the disease. Other factors are failure of conservative treatment, age, functional needs, disability, psycho-social status and general fitness for surgery, etc. What misconceptions do people have about surgery? First of all, there is a general misbelief among the people that any major operation done in Kuwait would be a failure due to lack of expertise. Secondly, people are scared of rare complications. Some people think that surgery may worsen their condition. Can you share with us some of your most unforgettable moments of your professional life? My first independent surgery to stabilize an open long bone fracture in a patient with road traffic accident where the limb had diminished vascularity and the survival of the limb was in doubt. Fortunately, after stabilization and constant monitoring, blood supply improved and the limb survived. What is the duration of a typical orthopedic surgery and which is the longest surgery that you have ever performed? Minor cases may take up to 30 minutes to 1 hour. Major cases may take up to 2 to 3 hours. I have assisted in scoliosis surgery which took almost 6 hours. What are some of the latest techniques in orthopedic field? lMinimal invasive spine surgery lMinimal invasive joint arthroplasty lMIPPO and LISS fracture stabilization procedures lArticular cartilage regeneration with stem cells lMeniscal transplant

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lengthening procedures

What are some of your hobbies? Daily workout at gym for 1 hour, listening to music, reading my profession related articles and journals, and watching daily news. Tell us about some of your achievements: To get a seat at AIIMS, New Delhi is itself a big achievement amongst tough competition. I have presented various scientific papers at orthopedic conferences, achieved certificate of excellence during annual appraisal program of Dar Al Shifa Hospital, and I am the only Indian consultant in orthopedic surgery in Kuwait. What are your goals/plans for the future? be among the elite group of surgeons in Kuwait accessible to all communities in Kuwait. lAttend more conferences. lAttend hands-on training courses to upgrade my surgical skills. lWould like to do research activities in my field. lTo

What are the routine clinical tests in orthopedic field? Are MRI Scans a useful option? Proper history taking and clinical examination are very important, supported by x- rays, blood tests, CT scan and MRI scan if needed. Musculoskeletal MRI is very helpful in the diagnosis and treatment of bone and joint disorders where x-rays and CT scans are not conclusive especially imaging of spinal disorders, joint injuries, bone and soft tissue tumors. MRI has low risk of radiation than x-rays and CT scans. . What advice do you have for students currently studying orthopedic? Just be a regular reader of the subject. Handson training of basic and advanced surgical skills is very important. Always upgrade knowledge by reading articles, journals and keep yourself involved in Continued Medical Education (CME). Your message for us at CityPages Magazine: First of all, I thank CityPages Magazine for interviewing me and hope my message goes to both locals and expatriates in whichever language they are comfortable with. I will be quite happy to interact with CityPages Magazine for any queries or further assistance.

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Make the Most of Your Epidural The majority of birthing mothers at private hospitals today decide to get an epidural. Sometimes, this is a decision made before labor ever began or a change in plans after a long and drawn out labor. The great thing about an epidural is it allows women to be awake and aware yet free from pain during labor and birth. It allows an exhausted mother to rest or sleep. And while an epidural’s usual effect is to slow labor, the profound relaxation they offer can sometimes put a stalled labor back on track. However, epidurals, like all medical interventions, come with inherent risks, including the increased risk of a vacuum or forceps assisted delivery, an increased risk of an episiotomy or tear, an increased risk in a drop in blood pressure, possible nausea and itching as side effects of the narcotics, and the possibility of problems with breastfeeding. A very small percentage of mothers may experience life-threatening complications. Some mothers may also feel more anxious or stressed by all of the cords and beeps and noises associated with the epidural, and the common side effects (drop in blood pressure, difficulty breathing or swallowing) may cause temporary psychological distress.

First, choose a care provider with a cesarean surgery rate of 15% or less. Studies show that in the hands of care providers with low rates, epidurals do not increase cesarean odds. Practitioners who have vaginal birth as a goal will have more patience and manage labor and epidurals differently than others.

Second, delay an epidural until active, progressive labor (around 5-6 cm). This will help prevent two problems: running a fever, which becomes more likely the longer the epidural is in place, and the baby persisting in the occiput posterior position (head down, facing the mother’s belly). These complications increase the likelihood of cesarean or instrumental vaginal delivery. And because epidural-related fever cannot be distinguished from fevers caused by infection, babies are more likely to be kept in But most women experience the nursery for observation, undergo blood epidurals as they are meant to be: tests and possibly a spinal tap, and be given almost complete pain relief with precautionary I.V. antibiotics. minimal side effects. To make sure you get the most out of your Third, move every 30-60 minutes by rotating epidural and lower your risk of from your left to right side. If your baby is in an complications, I would suggest the anterior position, keeping a pillow between following: your legs will be sufficient. If your baby is in a posterior position, trying extending your Sarah Paksima Sarah Paksima is a Board Member of BirthKuwait and top leg far over the bottom leg and lie with a a Doula, Childbirth Educator. pillow supporting your top shoulder and arm so that you are almost lying on your belly BirthKuwait is a non-profit organization operating as (but obviously not fully on your belly!!) This part of The Voluntary Health Association.For more information, visit their website: www.birthkuwait.com often helps the baby to navigate the pelvis or Instagram: @birthkuwait during a posterior birth. 36

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Fourth, many mothers begin to shake and their teeth chatter as the hormones of birth, including adrenaline, fill their body. A wise midwife once showed me a way to help keep a mother “centered” during these episodes and help the shaking to stop. Place the father’s (or other support person) hand over the mother’s heart, directly on her skin, providing firm pressure over her heart chakra. Encourage the mother to draw on the strength of her partner or other support person to become centered and grounded once again and to reestablish calm and steady breathing. Keep the firm pressure of the hand over the heart for as long as needed or every time the shaking returns. Finally, whether an epidural is Plan A or B, take classes that prepare you for coping with labor without one and consider hiring a doula. You will want a variety of comfort measures and coping strategies at your fingertips. For one thing, you may need them if you are delaying an epidural until active labor. For another, the anesthesiologist may not be available when you want your epidural, or you may be among the 1 in 10 women for whom it does not work. It is also possible that labor will turn out to be easier than you thought and you decide you don’t need one after all. Epidurals can be a great medical tool when used wisely and with caution for mothers who are informed and supported.

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Cataracts cataracts due to infection, injury or poor development in the womb. Congenital cataracts can also develop during childhood. Medical conditions such as diabetes or exposure to toxic substances, certain drugs, ultraviolet light or radiation can cause secondary cataracts. Traumatic cataracts Behind the iris and the pupil lies form after severe injury to the eye. the eye’s natural lens. It is made up Which symptoms you experience and how mostly of water and protein. The soon they will occur depends on the type of precise arrangement of the protein cataract you have. Since cataracts usually keeps the lens clear and allows form slowly, they cause few symptoms until light to pass through it. The lens works similar to a camera lens, and they noticeably block light. These symptoms by adjusting the eye’s focus, lets can include: us see things clearly both up close • Cloudy, blurry or foggy vision and far away. Light entering the eye is focused by the lens onto the • Changes in color perception due to the retina. In a normal eye, the lens is filter effect of the discolored lens transparent allowing the retina to • Increased sensitivity to light and glare receive a sharp image. As we age, some of the protein may • Problems while driving at night especially clump together and start to cloud a glare from oncoming headlights small area of the lens. The clouding of the lens is called a cataract, locally known as “Mai Abyad”. It can grow larger over time and covering more of the lens. Once the lens becomes cloudy, it prevents light from passing through leading to blurred and foggy vision. If left untreated and not removed, cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over age 40 and are the principal cause of blindness in the world. In fact, there are more cases of cataracts worldwide than there are of glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy combined. The majority of cataracts are related to aging, usually beginning development around the age of 40 to 50 years. However, during the middle age, most cataracts are small and do not cause a noticeable effect to the vision. It is after age 60 that vision begins to decrease significantly. There are several types of cataracts, with age-related cataracts being the most common. As the names suggests, this type of cataract develops as a result of aging. Often babies are born with congenital Erika Habig Erika Habig is an optometrist and contact lens specialist at International Optique. She studied at the Beuth University of Applied Sciences in Berlin, Germany and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Optometry and Dispensing Optics. For more information contact International Optique. Tel: 25714007 – 97234787, www.intoptic.com – info@intoptic.com, Instagram: @intoptique

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• Frequent and sudden changes in optical prescription When symptoms begin to appear, you may be able to improve your near vision to an acceptable level by using new glasses with more magnification and improving lighting conditions. Cataract surgery is necessary once the cataracts have progressed enough to impair your vision and affect your daily life. The surgery is very successful in restoring vision and involves removing the cloudy lens and replacing it with an artificial plastic intraocular lens (IOL). Since each case of cataract is individual, your ophthalmologist can inform you about your personal benefits and risks of cataract surgery, and will recommend the best time to undergo treatment. Since cataracts are common in older adults, it’s essential to have your eyes examined on a regular basis. This is particularly important if you have risk factors such as diabetes or a family history of eye problems.

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Eating Healthy during Eid

By: Sarah Salem

Following the days of fasting in the Holy month of Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr is one of the most awaited and celebrated times of the year. It is the time of celebration, happiness and joy for everyone in the Muslim world. Of course, celebration wouldn’t be complete without all the signature foods and dishes of Eid. After Ramadan try your best to go back to the non-fasting days’ healthy routine. On the first day of Eid, start with a light breakfast and try to eat your main meals at specific times, this will help your body gradually go back to normal eating habits. Another problem we face on Eid is Sweets. Watch your sweets intake on Eid: 1. Control your portion size. 2. If prepared at home, use light ingredients like low-fat milk instead of full-fat, sweeteners instead of sugar, low-fat butter instead of ghee or normal butter. 40

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3. Skip dessert all together and opt for lowfat fruit yoghurt with fresh fruits that will save you calories, fat and sugar. When you are surrounded by food, it is easy to lose track. Here are some tips to help you stay in control: lLimit

portion sizes to decrease the chances of having indigestion and heart burn, especially when it comes to fatty and fried food. lFocus on fruits and vegetables daily. Make fruits and vegetables your priority with every meal. lAim

for healthy homemade food at the beginning or at least until you get used to the daily routine. lAvoid

fast foods.

lDo not deviate from No-Calorie drinks to avoid empty calories. Also make water your first choice. lDivide

your plate to: 1/2 portion for salad, 1/3 portion for protein and the least for carbohydrates. No refill! lDon’t

forget to exercise. Fit the time for

exercise in your busy Eid schedule. Healthy diet choices for Eid: lHaving a snack, preferably a fruit before Eid prayers. lDairy

product like a cup of milk or Laban after prayers. lA moderately light breakfast can follow. Example: 2 boiled eggs and 2 brown toasts with a generous quantity of vegetables. lAnother

fruit as a snack.

lEnjoy your lunch at a restaurant with your friends or family by choosing healthy choices e.g. grilled seafood, fish or chicken with a salad (dressing on the side). lThis Eid is coming in summer. Satisfy your craving for sweet with one scoop of ice cream or share your dessert with your friends. lBreakfast for dinner with 2 slices of brown toast and turkey+ vegetables.

Health is the key to happiness and what you eat is affecting your health whether you are fasting or not fasting. Keep Track!

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A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing

There are many approaches to a person’s wellbeing, whether it be medical or holistic the ultimate goal for each human being is to be the healthiest and well balanced. I am more interested in the holistic approach rather than the conventional medical approach to wellbeing. I believe that a person’s mindset can have a huge impact on their overall wellbeing. Studying under Paul Chek, we look at what he refers to as the “Four Doctors”, and I will be spending the next few months discussing these doctors in more detail. If you would truly like to be able to help yourself attain a life of wellbeing, we must go back in time and look at how the ancient Greek physicians approached wellbeing. Hippocrates and Galen approached more situations with three out of the four doctors in mind; their emphasis were on Dr. Happiness, Dr. Quiet and Dr. Diet, Paul Chek added the fourth and final doctor, and that is Dr. Movement. Looking at most illnesses today, somehow the root is related to either poor diet, stress, happiness or lack of movement, and so the Four Doctors Maha AlRashed

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were born. We will begin the first of the four doctors, Dr. Quiet. Dr. Quiet refers to the time a person spends alone reflecting, relaxing and recovering. This is the doctor that keeps us grounded. Without any time to reflect on your goals and priorities, we begin to believe that it is the material things that matter. It is not easy to be able to sit and reflect and perhaps unwind, however, I suggest to everyone I meet that at least one hour a day of “alone” time will help create a balance, and sometimes just keep us sane. Perhaps that quiet “alone” time can be during a meal, which brings us to Dr. Diet. Dr. Diet reminds us that we are what we eat. Whatever we put into our bodies is what is used to help protect us from illness. Every second of the day the body renews its cells, and the body uses the nutrients from the food to renew these cells; the question lies then on a person’s personal choice, would they like the nutrients from a fast food burger to be used for their cell’s renewal? Or would they prefer some organic meat and vegetables with an organic fat? Let us not forget that most food today is ingested with hormones and chemicals as opposed to the organic foods that are hormone and antibiotic free. It is important to keep in mind that the four doctors work hand in hand, as seen Dr. Quiet and Dr. Diet have a unique connection that will also be shown when we begin discussing Dr. Movement and Dr. Happiness in the next month’s article. Just remember, spend some time during your day to reflect and make sure you eat healthy!

Fit remedies that will keep you healthy and well this Ramadan season There’s something exotically be quite a physical challenge to your body, fasting and training at the same time. Shucks, special about Ramadan. The mornings are busy in when I do my morning cardio without any the supermarkets with the water to adhere to Ramadan, everything preparation of the lavish feasts to seems a tad more challenging. The last be had come sunset, the variety 1km on my run has got the soundtrack of of dates triple-fold, and the main the “Never Ending Story,” movie mockingly streets are quite ghost-town playing in my head. Most of my clients tell like come futoor. By nightfall, me that the first 3 days, they’re besieged with Ktown city comes alive and such headaches. That is normal as your body is a commotion reminds me that trying to adapt to the environmental change. truly, there ain’t no other place Hence, easy does it. If you do not feel well, stop. If you’re planning on doing cardiolike this… based activities while fasting, start off with a It’s quite a different chaos short duration and build it up slowly. altogether in fitness in Ktown. The gyms here tend to undergo 2-cycles of madness during Ramadan. It’s horribly packed one hour before futoor. Gymgoers around this time tend to be doing more cardio-based activity (the notion: cardio on an empty stomach boosts your metabolism, burns bodyfat as one’s in a fasted-state). Fitness centers here then peak again with activity around 10.30pm onwards. This time, fitness fanatics are seen doing more resistance-based workouts (the idea that now you’ve eaten, one can resume their lifting workout as usual). If you are wanting to maintain your fitness activity during the Holy Month, here are some tips to help you get by:

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Add a little boost to your hydration

Two-thirds of your fine self is made up of water. It only takes a water loss of 1-2% of your body’s water content to cause dehydration. So drink up when you can. Now I don’t advocate binging on water all in one go. Rather from futoor to suhoor, sip your way silly. I sometimes would advocate to clients to add electrolyte tablets (tablets that have essential salts and minerals) to their water as this would give them a mineral boost. As we live in a hot country, we tend to sweat and this sweat-fest includes your body sweating out essential minerals like magnesium and zinc (magnesium and zinc are needed by your body to help with your immune system, calcium absorption and to help with bone density). If you can’t find electrolyte tablets, try sprucing up your water with wedges of lemon as it helps alkalize your pH levels. Again, your body being in an alkaline state ensures your health and wellbeing not to mention helps with your immune system. Research has further shown that illnesses and physical inflammation tend to put the body in a more acidic state. So get drinking folks! During suhoor time, I would advocate drinking close to a litre or so as this will ensure your body’s getting its last window of opportunity at hydration. This will also help flush out toxins and unwanted waste too.

Eat to live, not to binge Ever heard of the idiom, one’s eyes are bigger than one’s stomach? It’s only natural to want to gobble down on everything come futoor-time but this will just leave you feeling ill with a tummy ache to boot. There’s a reason why culture tells the story of the Prophet Mohammad breaking his fast with dates and yogurt. From a fitness and health standpoint, this is a great way to ease your body from its fasting state as it has a good portion of protein and carbohydrates to initially quell your hunger. From there, wait an hour or so and graze throughout the night with small portions of food (use the palm of your hand as a sizing guide). I usually advocate in having quantity of starchy carbs (brown rice, oats, sweet potato) earlier in the evening and to wean this out as the night progresses to dawn. That way, your body doesn’t sleep on a full stomach load of dense food and subsequently stores it.

Going Green

Green smoothies are all the rage these days with people consuming them multiple times a week. Instagramer and food bloggers have all been experimenting with green smoothies for a while. Leading celebrity nutritionists prescribe it to their loyal clients and there are plenty other followers such as fitness gurus, naturopaths, Yogiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and so on. And below are the reasons why. Benefits of Green Smoothie:

Bowels. 9.Nutrient dense: High in calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, folic acid, chlorophyll, zinc and Vitamins A,C,E, and K. Basically, it is the perfect way to eat your green by making it taste more appealing by disguising its pungent flavour with fruits or protein powder (if you want to have this as your pre or post workout smoothie). You will without doubt experience the positive effects of greens. Not only can you expect a healthy skin but it will improve your overall health and well-being.

1.It is a powerful blood purifier 2.Helps strengthen your immune system

Tricks and tips to make the perfect Green smoothie

3.Improves your circulation

1..Use frozen fruits. You need a frozen component for your smoothie, so this is perfect without having to add extra ice. Frozen mixed berries or Banana add perfect sweetness to your smoothie and help mask the strong flavours of the greens. When freezing your Banana (make sure it is ripe), peel and chop them before you freeze them. A sandwich bag or a plastic Tupperware is ideal to store frozen fruits.

4.Promotes weight loss 5.Promotes digestion 6.Improves the function of your organs such as Liver, Gall bladder and Kidney 7.Boosts your antioxidant intake = cancer prevention 8.Good source of fibre = Healthy Sanaa Abdul Hamid Sanaa holds Masters of Clinical Dietetics from University of Queensland, Australia and is a Clinical dietitian at Hadi Hospital. Sanaa is a also a blogger and very active on Instagram. Read more from Sanaa at: Blog: www.fit-n-fancy.com , Instagram: Sanaa_dietitian

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2.If you are not able to stand the taste of the greens, a good idea is to start off with small amount and then slowly work your way up to adding larger amounts. Typically, spinach has a more tolerable flavour compared to collards and kale so you can start off with spinach as your main green ingredient initially.

3.If you want to make this a permanent habit and want to save time when preparing green smoothie, pre-measure and portion out the frozen fruit component into sandwich bags or Tupperware. 4.Use a good highâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;powered blender to get a smooth consistency. 5.You can use stevia or protein powder of your choice to help sweeten up your green smoothie (e.g. Vanilla flavoured protein powder). 6.If you have made more than a glass, pour the remainder into a jar which has a lid e.g. mason jar and refrigerate it to enjoy later in the day. Recipe: 1 Frozen Banana 1 tablespoon PB2 or peanut Butter Vanilla Almond Milk (unsweetened) 2 handfuls of baby spinach ( I started with 1 to get used to the taste) 1 teaspoon chia seeds Method: Blend all the ingredients until smooth.

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IN THE CITY

By: HAMAD J. ALKULAIB

How Kuwait and Mars grow together Being green dictates using our natural resources wisely and sustainably, learning from our most experienced teacher Nature, the master sustainer.

Babylon. Nature lovers back then used mass irrigation with some plants surviving only with nutrient rich water underneath (nutrient film technique).

Our need for food has greatly increased and is projected to rise as populations are exploding. The current dominant methods of agriculture greatly stress land through monoculture, planting one crop commercially on fertile land destroying its biological diversity.

Elsewhere on earth, native tribes of the Americas circa 1000 BC had a Newton apple smack on the head discovery. Seeds of certain non-water food crops left on floating log boats near nutrient rich and oxygenated waterfalls mistakenly sprouted and thrived. This discovery led the civilization to create floating farms called Chinampas, solving their food issues.

Webster’s describes hydroponics simply as: ” A method of growing plants without soil; in water containing dissolved nutrients.” Hydroponics is not a new science or method. Many plants existing in nature are truly hydroponic like rice, water plants, watercress and others. One of the first examples in recorded history for its use by humans was right around the neighborhood in the hanging gardens of 48

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Soilless agriculture is key to farming in extreme conditions that lack fertile soil. This includes deserts, the frozen poles and even in space! Yes, our desert environment is comparable to Mars and any person who has experienced a dust storm will know what I mean. When done right, hydroculture breaks the notion that deserts are infertile lands turning

them into the world’s premier food source. You might be surprised and doubtful about this technology, opting to just put a seed in sand with no investment rather than bother to spend time and money on hydroponic systems. I truly believe the former statement is wrong if we look at the facts. Occupied Palestine grew their own produce creating self-sustainability and excess export to Europe from the Negev desert before I was even born (1978). The United States leased the technology through the environmental laboratory in Arizona State University, leading a third of tomatoes consumed by its population as hydroponically grown in Arizona’s highland deserts. The list goes on so it always breaks my heart when I hear my fellow citizens who, blessed with Kuwait’s share of our mighty Sun, limited but available freshwater supply and subsidized electricity, eluded that we are an importing country because of conditional limitations. The truth is our only limiting factor is will

and lack of education on the subject matter.

Why Go Hydro? Control and conservation of nutrients You control what your plants eat by providing optimum nutrition required for the intended crop. We feed the plants what they need to grow good tasting, highly nutritious food and in turn using less nutrient and get more fruits. A high NCR (nutrient conversion rationutrients in/food out) follows. This saves our environment from the excess waste water run-off current agricultural methods produce.

Conservation of water In re-circulating hydroponics systems, the only way for water out is through plant uptake saving 80-90% of wastewater versus best practice agriculture. In Kuwait, evaporation due to high heat and overwatering attributed to sand’s inept water holding capacity makes that number climb to an astounding saving of 1000% and more. Better health and faster growth rate reducing need for pesticides The word pesticide is a marketing illusion; the true name is life killer or biocide. If people call them what they are, sales would reflect people’s concerns. Although the public would not buy a poison, they would buy an enemy, a.k.a pest killer. A poison does not select what it kills hence the disappearance of the honeybee. Their effect on large bodied mammals are debatable only from their makers. One must admit that recent trends in diseases at early ages raises more than an eyebrow. In hydroponics, we solve the problem of “pests” from its roots by removing what approximately 60% unwanted bugs call a dream home, humid soil, and therefore nulling reproduction. No need for herbicides A weed is what we call any crop that grows in a place we do not want it to. In hydroponic

systems, there is only room for the intended crop to grow in plastic channels. Weeds are not an issue at all, leaving them to do what they do best, colonize the land saved from mass agriculture. This removes the need for herbicides or more appropriately named plant killers used to save labor of hand weeding. Optimum utilization of plant genetic ability Providing the optimum conditions and nutrition to plants results in the best performance under the plants genetic ability. Increased size and quality of crops is not a result of an unnatural system, rather a well-fed and happy crop living in a plant’s dream conditions all year long.

Access to roots Provides many benefits to various root crops but the biggest benefit is seeing the health of the plant and its roots rather than wait for the plant to show stress signs which is usually too late to act.

Growing crops in Extreme conditions Because hydroponics does not need fertile land, extreme conditions including deserts, the poles and space are optimum locales for this crop production method. Treating deserts as fertile land only results in vast wastage of water. Nature made deserts for obvious reasons. To change that definition, one must think outside the box that made it. .

Why we didn’t go hydro?

country that imports a very high percentage of its food and has high income. A more relatable example is investing in high-end automatic box making machines versus opting to hire 10 unskilled laborers to cut and fold paper into boxes. One year later, the 10 laborers are outperformed by the consistency and high production rate of the well run machine. Forgetting to put paper in the efficient machine creates the issue for the next limitation. The last and most important limitation is that plants have no protection from our mistakes and blame. Nature created a buffering capacity in soil making it withstand the random chaotic conditions needed for her R&D, all the while protecting the root from sudden changes. The microorganisms in soil such as fungi and bacteria quickly reestablish balance saving the plant from excess and other factors. In hydroponics, we limit buffering ability to provide what is needed fast. Good intentions and lack of experience turns the pro speed of delivery into a con. We read and try until results prove otherwise. It is not a forgiving system to our mistakes. To learn one must have many. Patience and gradual changes are important for gradual growth. I leave you dear readers with an amendment on the words of Confucius as the remedy to the biggest limitation Hydroponics and many other fields face in our beloved Kuwait. Good Growing Kuwait and lets all do and fail more.

Hydroponics comes with its own set of limitations too. It is not recommended in an environment that can sustain seasonal soil growing unless the demand on the production of the land is high, which will result in the destruction of what nature made sustainable. Higher initial cost of the systems is an entry barrier to many. Persistence and time show that the return on investment is high if executed well especially in Kuwait. A

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and Jairek

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Jairek Robbins is a young and talented motivational and performance speaker as well as a dedicated philanthropist. He is the son of well-renowned American motivational speaker Anthony Robbins. Jairek has followed in his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s footsteps and successfully branched out into his own coaching and development path Jairek Robbins Companies, and has put his unique fingerprint and methodology on his theme when performance coaching; referred to as Rapid Results. Jairek received the Congressional Award Gold medal for personal achievement as well; this award is given out by the US Congress recognizing initiative among young adults.

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Born in 1984 in Santa Monica, Jairek earned his degree in Psychology and started his professional career with the Anthony Robbins Foundation where he honed his skills and developed his own methodology for inspiring others to achieve what he refers to as “rapid results”. Influenced by his own adventures around the world such as Rwanda, Morocco, Egypt, Tanzania, India, Thailand among a few conducting humanitarian work, Jairek learned to incorporate the lessons and experiences he got into his coaching techniques. Jairek also hosts a weekly YouTube segment called JRCtv. He speaks about inner well being, whether in one’s personal life or on the job, and is also a TEDx speaker delivering a talk held in New York City last year entitled "A Simple Formula To Inspire the World To Live Their Dreams”. He also has a book scheduled for release in September of 2014 entitled “Live It, Achieve Success By Living With Purpose". “My goal is to assist people in the process of rapidly achieving their goals so they are able to live the life of their dreams. My hope is that they will eventually pay-it-forward and help those that they care about the most do the same” An inspirational man, who at only 30 years old has achieved more than three men could in a lifetime, Jairek not only coaches, but also partakes in a large amount of philanthropic work as well, something that he is apparently extremely passionate about. He has frequently volunteered in many underdeveloped countries and is a board member of the Just Like My Child Foundation, designed to help build better lives for children in Africa. Jairek was recently invited as a guest speaker to Kuwait by Vigor Events Knowledge Club initiative. His seminar was entitled “Achieving Rapid Results in your Life and Business”, where we at CityPages had the opportunity to meet with and speak with him. The team definitely went home armed with a few new tricks to practice in our lives at work, however the one piece of advice he gave us and which he stresses is to learn to love what you do, including the menial aspects of the task. He is quite sure that if people learned to love every aspect of their jobs, they’d never be stumped by obstacles that

occur from not knowing how things work a-z. His experiences with blue collar workers across the world taught him how to appreciate what one does no matter the task, such as the story of the janitor who swept the floors at a hosipital in Africa. There was plenty more where that came from and we hope to be able to one day invite him back. Jairek can be contacted via events@JairekRobbins.com, or you can find him on LinkedIn.com/JairekRobbins and instagram.com/ JairekRobbins. July, 2014

Semi-Permanent MakeUp mixed to suit their coloring. An airbrush type gun is used to add pigments to the top layer of the skin (the dermal layer) and often a numbing cream will be applied to the area before this happens. For the first couple of days the pigment may appear darker than it will eventually look. The surrounding area may also be slightly red but scabbing is infrequent. A retouch might be scheduled for a few weeks time to achieve a perfect result. All products used on the face are naturally made.

Have you ever spent an entire morning trying to get the lines of your eye liner equal on both sides? Or are you tired of spending too much time getting your make-up done in the morning? If yes then you have come to the right place! Semi-permanent makeup is just for you. When beauty blends with art and technology it creates success. Semi-permanent makeup can be the solution to so many of our beauty worries, from filling out an ageing lip line to restoring the natural look of breasts after cancer surgery. As a means of enhancing a youthful appearance semi-permanent makeup is often a great alternative to fillers and Botox and is used for a wide range of treatments such as lip enhancement, eyebrow tattoos and scar coverage. The reason it is called semipermanent make up is because it can go, it's not permanent. It's not done on the fourth layer of the skin where it's permanent. The process has no blood and no pain, as all the work is being done on the top layer of the skin causing no permanent damage or side effects. Most treatments start with a consultation and color analysis to discover what the best makeup look for each individual is. Pharmaceutical grade pigments will then be custom Hanan Al-Fawal

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Most often asked question is "How long does it stay?" The color will stay in the skin for a number of years, gradually breaking down and fading with time, although the longevity of the results will depend on the age and skin type. A virtually limitless choice of colors is available. The procedure can take two to two and a half hours (max) per patient. If the client didn't like it, in around 3 months or less (according to your skin type) it will start to disappear leaving no mark. But if the client liked the result then they come for a retouch to maintain the fresh new appearance of their enhancement. Well filled out eyebrows and a perfectly drawn eye-liner can take years off of the face and semi permanent makeup doesn't carry the risks associated with invasive cosmetic surgery. If nothing else, semi-permanent makeup is a great time saving device â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you'll never need to worry about popping to the toilet to reapply your lipstick or eyeliner because you know you'll always have a perfectly fresh face.

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Scents & Memories

Scent, more than anything else, has the power to evoke memories most of the time. Perfume is like a time machine, they make you remember places, events or memories long forgotten in just few seconds. It can easily transport you to that time and have you recall the feelings you have back then. That’s why selecting a fragrance with significant qualities and elements will link to that major occasion each time. Scent is captivating and gives exquisite feeling of individuality. Most people would like to stay fragrant and feel confident about their self so it’s no wonder why a lot of people choose to wear them. Some people however find it tough to pick the right fragrance and that’s what this article is for. Various aromatic oils are classified into four major fragrance groups - Fresh, Floral, Oriental/ Spicy and Woody. Try listing your favorite smells from newly-mown grass, sea breeze, floral bouquet, vanilla or even fresh tobacco leaves.

notes. Fresh scents are clean, zesty, and sparkling. Fresh Citrus are overflowing with ripe fruits, such as mandarin, grapefruit, lemon, lime and other citrus oils that leave a lively and energetic smell. Some are delicately spiked with hints of musk and wood, making them sensual. Fresh Green is bursting with crisp greens, such as fresh herbs, violet leaves, fresh cut grass and green tea leaves which give these fragrances a clean, sporty attitude. While Fresh Water/Aquatic provides refreshing cooling scents, such as sea breeze and fresh dew. The notes are dewy, icy, airy and watery. Floral, the most popular fragrance family is a blend of mixed bouquets of rose, gardenia, jasmine, lavender and tuberose. These fragrances are either flowery and pure, or subtly warmed with a trace of fruit or spice for a powdery, and soft finish.

Floral scents are traditional, feminine and romantic fragrances. Romantic and sweet, these scents are the "good girls" of the fragrance lane and often create a typical feminine charm. Orientals are one of the more powerful, long-lasting fragrance groups and often gives a rich, sensual, The key is to think of the scents that exotic, knockout scent. They draw their mean something to you so you can fullness from aromatic ingredients and lean decide on a perfume with similar towards being rich and regal. Woody Oriental combines warm rosewood, soft sandalwood ASAMA Perfumes mixed with rich, deep, heady patchouli; some The creative method gave ASAMA Perfumes the time and the opportunity to craft soft blossoms and a touch of spice make fragrances while working with the highest quality ingredients in a bottle and using Arabic this sensual scent category. Floral Oriental and Western scents as a unique concept is packed with vanilla, white pepper, sweet point for the fragrances. They welcome your comments at PR@ASAMAPerfumes.com spices and orange wrapped with floral make Follow them on Instagram and Twitter @ ASAMAPerfumes a strikingly sensual scent with complexity 54

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and depth. Soft Oriental blends musk, amber and the enigmatic notes of incense then imbued with spice and soft floral to produce an ethereal yet sophisticated aroma. Gourmand fragrances have the concept of centering fragrances on edible notes. A gourmand scent may have notes such as chocolate, vanilla, honey, cinnamon and amber to form scents that are usually "relaxing" and pleasant. Woody scents are made on base notes of moss and bark thus give warm, earthy smells. While more unisex than other perfume types it still exude no-nonsense womanliness. Woody Oriental is from the mix of exotic woods of sandalwood, cedar and amber and at times smoky and leathery notes are combined with a dash of patchouli, making an appealing fragrance. Dry Wood fuses cedar wood, tobacco, leather, incense, peppery spices and occasionally revitalized by a small splash of citrus. Mossy Wood scents conjure a picture of a forest. Notes might include deep green scents, warm earthy scents, oak moss, and sandalwood with possibly a bit of crisp citrus to perk up the overall scent. Now choosing the right type of perfume shouldn't be as hard as before. Just remember when choosing any scent take your time and never buy on a whim. There’s nothing worse than purchasing a fragrance that does not smell appealing on you. Ramadan Tip: It is best to set the room temperature between 19 – 21 degrees Celsius to reanimate the aroma, specially when using water perfume and Bakhour (smoke perfume) in the room.

SKIN PROBLEMS? NO, THANK YOU!

Teenager or Adults; we all have had our share of acne, comedones, pastules and papules or a highlighted oily skin area and we surely know how much it affects our inner confidence and our sense of well being. While some of us have got a permanent solution to this problem, there are still some who suffers with this skin disorder. To solve this problem, an intensive research was conducted by Dr. med. Christine Schrammek to introduce the Regulating series that combines soothing and effective ingredients to regulate and normalize the skin functions. Since majority of those affected suffer from mild cases, the problem can be treated with the right skin care and healthy lifestyle choices. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first answer a few of the most common questions:

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Usually normal skin produces oil (sebum) just enough to keep your skin soft and supple. But when your skin is disturbed excessive oil is produced causing the pores or the hair follicle canal to get blocked. As a result the sebum is built up forming comedones (blackhead / whitehead). The more sebum your skin produces, the greasier your skin will feel. This likely will result in severe acne. Bacteria find it favorable to multiply in an unhealthy skin environment affecting the immune system and resulting in inflammation and redness. This develops into papules and pustules. In some cases those who have oily, greasy hair or dandruff also can experience impure skin disorder.

Dandruff Medication Poor hygiene Stress & Anxiety Hormonal changes Unhealthy or Crash Diets Vitamin-Mineral deficiency Environmental influences Wrong skin products & cosmetics

If skin impurities are not treated in time, your skin will undergo adverse after-effects like enlarged pores, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation which is not pleasant at all. This is why, a professional detailed skin consultation is important before your skin condition shifts from mild to worst. 56

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The Journey from IMPURE SKIN to HEALTHY SKIN nUse the right skin care products formulated for your skin type that will help to balance the skin to its normal state without dehydrating your skin. Do not mistake oily skin to be hydrated.

nAvoid using makeup which is oil or cream based as it will aggravate the skin condition. Get hold of oil free, mineral based, light weight foundations which offer matte finish that absorb the excess oil and help create a barrier against heat and humidity. Opt for Blemish Balm Perfect Beauty Fluid as an alternative to Foundations, a two-in-one product that treats impure skin and gives a flawless coverage. nIf you have dandruff, excessive oily or greasy scalp, get consulted to treat your scalp condition as this will worsen your skin condition. nYour skin is a true reflection of your inner health. Anything wrong inside your body is bound to reflect on the outside. Supply your body with sufficient vital substances such as fruits, vegetables and water and cut down on foods with high level of dairy, sugar and fat. Food rich in Zinc, Iron, Folic Acid and Biotin are considered enemies of impure skin.

DAY & NIGHT RITUAL FOR IMPURE SKIN nTreat your skin professionally with effective sessions of dermatological treatments where the excess sebum production is reduced, calloused spots are smoothed away and impurities are eliminated. Additionally, it helps to combat inflammations and maintain the skin’s moisture content. The derma.cosmetics treatment offer nature oriented skincare rituals that treat the impure skin holistically.

So try to include Pumpkin seeds, Brazil nuts, Tomatoes, Legumes, Kale, Avocado, Alfalfa Sprouts, Broccoli, Artichoke, Mackerel & Salmon, Berries & Red Grapes, Sweet Potato, Tofu and the most important of them all is Water. You can also opt to have a relaxing cup of Peppermint or Green Tea instead of your regular tea or coffee.

VITAMIN BOOSTER FOR YOUR SKIN ½ pineapple, 3 carrots, 1 apple, 1 kiwi, ½ tbs. rapeseed oil. Juice the pineapple at a low speed. Peel kiwi and juice with the carrot and apple at high speed. Mix the juice and oil together. - Pineapple contains vital elements and enzymes with detoxifying effect. Kiwi gives an extra vitamin C boost. The beta-carotene in the carrots contributes to a healthy skin tone. Cheers to having a Clear Skin!

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Mastering the art of waking people up - cultivating awareness

When and how did the idea of starting Safira CSR develop? During the 16 years of my professional career, I have worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Central Florida, UCF, I have worked as a Project Engineer at Kuwait University, I have worked in 5 different companies and I have been active in different civil society organizations such as Kuwait Economic Society, Business & Professional Women Organization, Middle East Partnership Initiative Alumni and others. So after working in the public sector, private sector and being active in several NGOs, I found myself more passionate and happy working on projects that affect the society through spreading awareness, organizing events that support social initiatives and supporting the concept of CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility). I do believe it is the way forward to have better communities and therefore a better world. So, in January 2014, I decided to quit my last job and establish my own social entrepreneurship business. Please describe the concept of Safira CSR: Safira CSR Company is the first social entrepreneurship company in Kuwait. The main concept behind this type of companies

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internationally is the process of pursuing innovative solutions to social problems. More specifically, social entrepreneurs adopt a mission to create and sustain social value. They draw upon appropriate thinking in both the business and nonprofit worlds and operate in a variety of organizations. Please introduce the team behind Safira: I am proud of the 5 ladies in my team, who I chose because each of them has unique skills that support Safira concept and because I found them as passionate as myself about improving our community. 1.Bedoor AlSumait is the Business Development Manager. 2.Mashael AlAsousi is the Client Relation Manager. 3.Abeer AlRashed is the Operation Manager. 4.Amani Sharaf Aldin is a Public Relation Manager. 5.Mona AlBaghli is the IT Manager. What distinguishes Safira and makes it special? At Safira, we focus on women. Since our vision is to be the best company in the Middle East that enhances the success and

happiness of modern women. Our mission is to excel in planning and managing events, specialized programs and activities that enhance women lifestyle and boost their success, independency and happiness. What kind of support and initiative do you provide the women? We plan, manage and organize events, campaigns, and activities such as workshops, camps, trips etc. And the end product of our activities is always enhancing women in one or more ways. Our activities promote women health and beauty awareness, women arts and culture awareness, women financial independence, women professional excellence, and women leading a happy and successful life. Can you tell us more about the projects that Safira has initiated so far? Safira’s first project was planning, managing and organizing the “National Small Business Forum” in February 2014 at Al Babtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry in cooperation with the Business & Professional Women Club and the Small Business Consultancy Group. It was a two-day forum and we made sure that the number of women speakers on

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at Safira and took the initiative to create a national awareness campaign.

Our second project was establishing and launching a commercial small business incubator for women in May 2014.

What is cervical cancer and what are the statistics for cervical cancer in Kuwait?

Now we are working on our third project which is the Cervical Cancer Prevention awareness campaign (CCP Campaign). What are some of the challenges that you face? When we started the company, with the vision of making an impact on society, and bigger than life goals of involving big corporate and government organization in our initiatives, we were disappointed by the responses! However, we were lucky and overwhelmed by the support we received from the individuals, youth associations and smaller businesses such as the kind Media Sponsor by CityPages, Diva Glam Group, Laura Mercier, Maestro Visuals, and Kuwait University Medical Student Association. What are your future plans? For 2014, we are planning a couple of workshops to enhance women knowledge of wealth management and provide them with right tools and skills to promote women financial independence. Also, we will continue with our health campaign and will plan for another health awareness campaign for 2015. What benefits do you provide to a small business owners or women entrepreneurs? Our projects and activities focus on empowering women in different fields. Whether she is a business owner who needs help improving her skills to manage and promote her business or if she is a professional women who needs to have better communication and leadership skills or even a house wife who wants to be happy, healthy and a better home manager. You are currently working on the Cervical Cancer Awareness campaign, please tell us more about it: I have to say that the person who inspired me to choose cervical cancer as Safiraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first health awareness campaign was my friend Mai Al Faraj. It was my first time hearing about cervical cancer, and that this fatal disease can be easily prevented by vaccine and a regular screening test. And I was shocked that none of my friends or women I know has heard about it either! So I read more about the disease, what causes it, who is at risk to get it and how to prevent it. I also talked to a few medical doctors to get more information and statistics about cases in Kuwait. Then, we made it our cause 60

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Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells develop and spread in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. When cervical cells first become abnormal, there are rarely any warning signs. And that what makes it a silent killer and can get you off guard if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t check up regularly. Worldwide, over 90% of cervical cancers are caused by an HPV infection (human papillomavirus). The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a large group of viruses. About 40 types can infect the genital areas, and some have high risk for cervical cancer. Genital HPV infections usually clear up on their own. If one becomes chronic, it can cause changes in the cells of the cervix. And it's these changes that may lead to cancer. HPV infections usually have no symptoms and go away on their own. The dangerous types of HPV can stay in the body for years without causing any symptoms.

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At least one case of HPV is detected daily in Kuwait according to Dr. Walid AlJassar, Head of Gynecology at AlSabah hospital. What are the precautionary measures against cervical cancer and what support will be provided through the campaign? The Pap test is one of the great success stories in early detection. A swab of the cervix can reveal abnormal cells, often before cancer appears. At age 21, women should start having a Pap test every three years. From age 30 to 65, women who get both a Pap test and an HPV test can go up to five years between testing. Also vaccines are now available to ward off the two types of HPV most strongly linked to cervical cancer. Both Cervarix and Gardasil require three doses over a six-month period. Studies suggest the vaccines are effective at preventing chronic infections with the two types of HPV that cause 70% of cervical cancers.

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What would you like to achieve at the end of the campaign? Our goal is to increase awareness about cervical cancer, and encourage all women to check regularly by a simple, painless and quick test that can save their lives. Also to inform the public about the vaccine that prevents HPV causing the cervical cancer. Who are the sponsors and supporters of the campaign? Kuwait University Medical Student Association (KUMSA) volunteered to support the campaign and formed a special

team headed by Ms. Mais Kartam. They were a great help in preparing the information flyers for the campaign and conducting a survey to measure the public awareness of cervical cancer before and after the campaign and therefore measuring the success of the campaign itself. Diva Glam Group represented by Ms. Abeer Al Abduljaleel and Ms. Fatemah Al Nasser are also supporting the campaign by managing a production visual media material with

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international color for cervical cancer) during this month.

Maestro Visuals represented by Mrs. Faith Al Fahad kindly sponsored the campaign video and photo production.

Also CityPages was kind enough to be the exclusive media sponsor of the CCP Campaign and we highly appreciate that.

Laura Mercier is also supporting our CCP campaign by dedicating 5% of their sales in Kuwait during the month of July 2014 to the campaign. Also they are creatively promoting the awareness of CCP by having their sales ladies wearing blue lipstick (the

Your message for our readers: My message to every girl and woman is “Don’t turn your back on Cervical Cancer, and go screen today. You owe it to yourself and the people who love you”

Your message for us at CityPages: I read CityPages and follow your Instagram account, and I like how the topics are always informative and entertaining and cover different interests. We at Safira CSR Co. value the support of CityPages magazine in promoting this campaign

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By Tamara Qabazard Hangry: When you are so hungry that your fitoor together. Yes, she was cooking, as in, lack of food causes you to become angry, she had food in her face the entire day. frustrated, or both. What about the help you keep who are slaving To celebrate the month of Ramadan, let away in the kitchen and yet suffering from a us avoid having hanger rear its ugly head lack of sleep because they still have to clean and consume us during our day. I feel the house after the soiree? Again, it is not that Ramadan’s focus has shifted from because we are fasting that we disrupt the patience and generosity (which we should lives of others. I remember we were taught be practicing daily regardless of month) to that our freedom ends when it impedes the entitlement and gluttony. Yes, we respect the freedom of others. fasting but also let us respect those who are Granted, this is not for everyone. Not not fasting instead of shoving our ideals onto everyone does this while they are fasting. them. But, be mindful. Be respectful. Let me clarify, I don’t fast anymore. I would rather donate money or food to those in need but I did fast every Ramadan for over 12 years including during competitive sports seasons. So I do know what it’s like to be sitting in a room with hanger. And throwing a tantrum. I was guilty of many of the points I will make. We are human and fallible by nature but why not have one highly opinionated woman remind you?

I have watched people who are fasting scold those who aren’t for eating or drinking in front of them. If you are voluntarily fasting, to exercise patience, please understand the irony of that entire situation. Furthermore, let us not flip flop the entire day. What is the point of being asleep from sun up to about an hour before fitoor and then eating until suhoor? My grandmother did it best. She broke her fast with a date and some laban, went to pray, let everything sit and settle and then she would eat a little bit and eat three to four hours later. She would then sleep, wake up before sunrise, and eat. Also, I had never seen her lose her temper and she spent most of the day cooking for the family to enjoy 62

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I think the entire purpose of Ramadan is to show people their capabilities. Look how generous and wonderful you can be, why limit it to only a month of the year? Why not carrying out this patience and gratitude throughout your entire life? Through out the year? If you see that young man cleaning up the garbage your fellow citizens threw into the street, in 52C heat, give them a little. Not only during Ramadan or Eid, but throughout the year. But honestly, we should really be trying to change that entire system but that is not something to touch on in this article. Show gratitude. These people left their homes and families for better opportunities and are helping us maintain our country. Let’s not sell ourselves short. We are capable of being wonderful. When you feel that hanger rising and about to lash out onto someone, count to ten, take a breath, remember that you chose to fast to show your devotion, and then smile. If you smile, maybe it will go away. We are blessed to have what we have and we are blessed to have the luxury to fast for only one month of the year instead of having that as our permanent state of living.

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Croatia, Dubrovnik Where to Stay

From hostels, to private rooms, to five star hotels a wide variety of accommodation is available. In addition to that, some hotels offer you private beaches and swimming areas to enjoy fully your stay. Hotel Bellevue A 15-minute walk away from the Old Town, the Bellevue hotel is set on a cliff overlooking Miramare Bay on the Adriatic Sea. The hotel features 24-hour room service, two restaurants, three bars, a pool, a little gym and a spa.

Destroyed during the Yugoslav wars of the early 1990s, Dubrovnik has been restored to become once again a chic destination and a celebrity magnet.

What To Do

Catch the ferry to Lokrum: the island is 10-minute ferry ride away; it is quiet and peaceful, and at one end of the island is a pretty saltwater pool known as Mrtvo More, the Dead Sea. On the east coast of the island, there is the small harbor Portoć, where most of the small excursion boats can be found, while on the southern part you can visit the Fort Royal Castle, an abandoned Benedictine monastery, and a small botanical garden.

the second largest defensive wall in Europe There’s also plenty of opportunity for day trips to nearby islands – such as the Elafiti islands or Mljet, and other nearby resorts such as Cavtat.

Adventures Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik This luxurious hotel is surrounded by many tourist attractions such as Lovrijenac Fortress, Onofrio's Fountain, and Franciscan Monastery. Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik is situated in the heart of Dubrovnik.

Church of St Blaise: Designed by Marino Gropelli, the church of St Blaise is the most beloved one in Dubrovnik. Among the most interesting attractions at the church, the staircase is probably the most noteworthy. However, make sure to take a look at the marble altar too, which has a sculpture of St Blaise sitting at the top. City walls: Dubrovnik's legendary fortifications; there are 3 access points to the city walls: at the Aquarium on Kneza Damjana Jude; via the Pile Gate; and from the Dominican Monastery. Once there, you can enjoy the magnificent views.

For the more adventurous amongst you, you can also take day-trips to visit the plitvice lakes where sixteen interconnecting waterfalls, and beautiful flora and fauna, are waiting for you to enjoy a unique experience and krka national park, located in Central Dalmatia of Croatia, the national park is best known for its numerous gushing waterfalls and natural pools of clear, bluegreen waters. Moreover, you can cross over the international border to discover the neighboring countries of Montenegro and Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Dubrovnik Palace Situated on a private beach in Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik Palace is within easy reach of Lapad Beach and Copacabana Beach. At Dubrovnik Palace you can cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa .

Villa Agave A beautifully resorted house commanding fabulous views of Lokrum and the city walls. Now it is a sumptuous bolt hole and party venue for visiting VIPs. 64

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Cetina River Rafting Adventure From Dubrovnik: This delightful route takes you along the most beautiful part of the Adriatic coast and shows you its islands, towns and peninsulas. After your rafting adventure, enjoy lunch in Radmanove Mlinice, an openair restaurant situated in a beautiful old water mill. Island of Korcula Enjoy a stunning drive along the delicate Dalmatian Coast, and take a boat to the medieval village of Korcula. Tour a magnificent Cathedral from the Gothic period and view the evocative religious art at the Treasury. Stop for a memorable wine tasting on the Pelješac Peninsula and see the fortified town of Ston, which is encircled by

Best Festivals

Throughout the summer there are open-air cultural festivals, the best known being the Dubrovnik Summer Festival (dubrovnikfestival.hr), which runs from July 10 to August 25 and attracts soloists from around the world who perform in some of the Old City's most beautiful buildings. There are also plenty of contemporary music festivals. They include : IN Music Festival in Zagreb, Festival of Dalmatian Klapa , Pula Film Festival, Split Summer Festival staged from July 14 to August 14, and Avvantura Festival Zadar from August 23 to August 29.

Bon voyage!

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Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve studied Architecture from London Southbank University and graduated in 2013. It was a very exciting journey which made me learn many things about art and architecture. Learning architecture has changed my life. Currently, I am working at an architecture consulting office as a junior training architect. Working has been very challenging but I am enjoying this part of my life as I am sure this will help in future. As for the future, my goal is to learn as much as I can about architecture and enjoy it. Beside that I am a member of ARTronauts - a group which now does not need any introduction. The group had many events since I joined. One of the event was at Sulaibikhat organized by en.v earth and K'S Path and volunteered by ARTronauts. This event was about collecting plastic from shore or seaside by local schools inorder to encourage them to make a better use of plastic. ARTronauts members helped the event and made art from plastic together to give a message about plastic. The message is to use the plastic in a better way. The next event was to help one of the ARTronauts member, Antonio. He was exhibiting the art about the culture 66

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of Kuwait. He showed it by their clothes hanging like in a laundry. The art was very interesting and had attracted many people around the area. After this, another event was organized. The event was held at The Scientific Center at their anniversary. The event was organised by en.v earth and sponsored by Zain telecommunications. The event was to showcase a whale which was seven meters in height and five meters long. It was made from steel wire frame. The ARTronauts group were given the chance to make this whale into art by wrapping it with plastic to extend a message of using plastic in a better way as it is harming the sea life. ARTronauts group helped in many ways for this event to make it successful. This event was only for three days. The whale was not only meant to stay at The Scientific Center forever but also will move around Kuwait, spreading the message about use of plastic in a better way. The event organizer has contacted ARTronauts to redesign the whale. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great opportunity for the group. In conclusion, ARTronauts group has given me many opportunities to express my art in an architectural way and I hope to learn more in the future with this group.

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JULY BIRTHSTONE IS the RUBY By: Oussama T. Hussein Giving a piece of jewelry containing a birthstone gem will bring the wearer with good luck and protection. Monthly birthstones symbolize the month of birth according to the Gregorian Calendar. What is the Birth stone for July? The following old poem provides the answer! "The gleaming Ruby should adorn, All those who in July are born, For thus they'll be exempt and free, From lover's doubts and anxiety." Properties of the Ruby

Zodiac Sign

For those who were born in the month of July the Ruby is the traditional birthstone. The July birthstone poem reflects some of the properties with which the Ruby is associated - devotion, integrity, courage and happiness. The Traditional Metaphysical Properties for the July Birthstone Ruby are vitality, confidence and strength. The healing properties of the July birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems relating to the blood and infection and increasing positive thought patterns. The Ruby is also used to enhance energy, generosity and to bring prosperity and success.

The twelve Zodiac signs are an astrological version of birthstones in addition to the twelve calendar months. The July birthstone of the Ruby is considered to be the birthstone for Cancer (The sign of the Crab) and relate to those born between June 22-July 22. The Zodiac sign of Cancer also responds to Emerald, Sardonyx, Ruby, Pearl and Moonstone.

Where are Rubys found?

Color of the Ruby The traditional color associated with the Ruby is the deep red color and was strongly favored as a popular gem in Victorian jewelry. The meaning of colors through the ages represented many aspects of life. Social, religious, biblical and Christian symbolism were all reflected in the color Red! The symbolic meaning of the color red was was of fire and was associated with power and importance.

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The popular July Birthstone of the Ruby is found in the following countries: Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Tanzania, Cambodia, Afghanistan and India

Definition of the Ruby: Definition of Ruby, the July birth stone: The word Ruby is derived from the Latin word "ruber" which means "red" which reflecting the color of the stone. A precious stone of a carmine red color, sometimes verging to violet. It is a red crystallized variety of corundum. The Ruby is a member of the Corundum (aluminum oxide) family. Crystal structure of the Ruby, the July birthstone, is Hexagonal (trigonal), dipyramidal. Rubies are extremely hard, second only to diamonds. 68

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Agate

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Virgo

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Carnelian

Libra

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Chrysolite

Scorpio

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Beryl

Sagittarius

22 November – 21 December

Topaz

Capricorn

22 December – 21 January

Ruby

Onyx

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Rashed S. AlFadala Striving to set a new standard in healthcare

Hi, please introduce yourself to our readers:

help out the family but later got so involved and interested that I My name is Rashed Sanad AlFadala. I am the Chief Operating Officer thought of enhancing my education further and went back to USA to (COO) at Taiba Hospital and Project Director of our other projects like do Masters in Healthcare Administration which I completed in 2006 Taiba Specialized Clinics in Fintas, Taiba Medical Spa in Farwaniya, from Simmons College in Boston. It also gave me an opportunity to get hands on experience through internship at various American and our latest project: The Salhiya Medical Pavilion. hospitals and to find out how medical facilities in US are operating as compared to Kuwait. Tell us about your educational background and what made you decide to join the family business? Please tell us more about Taiba Hospital’s history like how and I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Bryant College in when did it start? 2002 and joined Taiba Clinic in August 2002, soon after completion of my Bachelors in the US. At that time, Taiba Clinic was in the last stages of construction and was due to open in December 2002. As the last four months were very crucial so I got involved in setting up the administrative processes like recruitment, purchasing IT systems, and human resource management. In the first year, I worked at every level of the operation such as opening files at the reception, receiving financial reports, setting up marketing campaigns and initiatives, dealing with HR issues, and got involved in developing the Hospital Information Systems. In the beginning, I joined just to 70

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Taiba Hospital started off as “Taiba Clinic” and officially opened its doors in December 2002 as the first day-case surgery center in Kuwait. After 4 extraordinary years of operating successfully at "Taiba Clinic", we decided to expand our facility even further so we got a license for general hospital in 2006 and became Taiba Hospital – the first hospital in Mubarak Al-Kabeer governorate. In December 2010, Taiba Hospital attained the Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) with the highest scores in its first attempt. Let me say we scored the highest in the entire region; we missed

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only 12 measurable elements out of 1300. Then we were reaccredited with highest scores in 2013. In 2011, NBK Capital joined Taiba Hospital as a partner. It was a proud moment for us as it showed that NBK trusted our vision and believed in the management and that’s why it chose Taiba Hospital for its investment in the medical field in Kuwait amongst all other available options in the medical market. What have been the greatest challenges? Clinical staffing like nurses, paramedics and especially doctors is the biggest challenge for the healthcare industry. This challenge is far greater in Kuwait for a multitude of reasons. Firstly, the talent pool available here is very limited. One has to pick up human resources from other regions of the world. Secondly, the “bureaucracy” of the credentialing and licensing process. This means that after we have recruited a good doctor, it could take minimum of 6 months to get his license to practice in Kuwait from the health department as compared to other countries in the GCC and this way we lose many doctors to other countries as they prefer to go where they can start their job fast and without much trouble. What are the misperceptions about private medical sector? There is a popular misperception that private hospitals are here just to make money and they do not care about quality. This is not true, we (private health sector) truly believe in improving the quality of our services and we constantly invest in improving the quality of our services and development of our personnel. It is also proved by the fact that 5 private hospitals are accredited by international organizations, 2 by JCI and 4 by Canadian body of accrediting hospitals. The question why private medical care in Kuwait is expensive? The answer is because we invest constantly in upgrading our services in terms of quality and technology and that is expensive but it is still comparatively less expensive than Europe and America. There is also another misperception that private hospitals refer or send the complicated cases to the ministry of health’s hospitals. Again, that is not true. 80 percent of the cases are sent on patients’ requests as the ICU and CCU costs are high and are unaffordable for them and not because of the quality of healthcare provided in the private hospitals. What are your future plans? Our upcoming project is The Salhiya Medical 72

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Pavilion. It is a totally new concept from the medical and patient/guest’s experience perspective. We will hire only western origin doctors i.e. USA, France, Canada, UK and prominent Kuwaiti doctors. The main reason for this is the fact that many Kuwaitis travel abroad for medical treatment or they get medical help through visiting doctor programs. So we decided to arrange this here on a permanent basis for the community of Kuwait. It will be equipped with the best and the most advanced facilities in treatment, equipment and diagnosis with a special focus on guests getting 7 star services. It will surely be a new experience. Since you are majorly involved in hospital business so how do you keep yourself abreast with the new developments in this field? American College of Health Executives organizes conferences, seminars and

we truly believe in improving the quality of our services and we constantly invest in improving the quality of our services and development of our personnel" lectures on different aspects of healthcare operations every year and I try not to miss them. It gives me an opportunity to meet executives from around the world and share our experiences. We also enhance the knowledge of our healthcare executives by sending them to western, reputable institutions such as Cleveland Clinic, Ohio for two weeks per year for special training and knowledge transfer. What are your hobbies? Honestly, unfortunately being a political activist takes up a lot of my time. I can’t see corruption and stay still; it is the future of my children at stake! What is your favorite travel destination? It depends on the time of year, when its

winter time in Kuwait, I love visiting Maldives because I admire the beach there and so does my family. While in summer, I would rather go to Europe and drive around from one country to another while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the mountains and the magical nature. What type of music do you listen to? I have liked different types of music in different phase of my life, for example, when I was in high school I used to admire Um Kalthoum, during college I used to like Rap, but now I am in a stage where I enjoy lounge and jazz music. What are the 3 keys to success according to you? Patience, Persistence, Proactive What is your favorite food? I am definitely a burger guy, I always seek trying new burger joints in and outside Kuwait. What is your favorite App on your iPhone? TED Which personality of the present or past, you are most inspired by? On a personal level, I have always looked up to my father since he has been an amazing role model for me when it comes to treating people and how open minded a person should be. When it comes to politics, my brother Khalid AlFadala has always inspired me with his persistence and how he wants to bring a change in his country. My wife has been a great inspiration on how to raise my children and be a good parent. Your message for our readers: I would like to quote “the power of the people is stronger than people in power”. Believe in yourself, believe in your capabilities, you deserve the best so strive for the best. Your message for us at CityPages: It is an amazing concept that highlights the Kuwaiti talent. Kuwait has many educated, cultured and talented people and CityPages brings them out of their enforced shells.

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JULY Movie Releases THE GIVER

GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY

Director: Phillip Noyce

Director: James Guillermo Director: Gunndel Toro

Starring: Jeff Bridges, Meryl Streep, Brenton Thwaites, Alexander Skarsgard, Taylor Swift, Katie Holmes

Starring: Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Zoe Saldana, Michael Rooker, Glenn Close, Benicio Del Toro

Genres: Fantasy, Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure, Drama Synopsis: In a perfect world where there is

no conflict, racism or sickness, every member of society has a specific role, and 16-yearold Jonas is selected to be the Receiver of Memories. As Jonas uncovers the truth behind his world's past, he discovers that many years earlier his forefathers gave up humanity in order to have a stable society.

Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Action, Superhero Synopsis: Features an unlikely cast of characters who must team up in order to defeat a cosmic force of epic proportions.

An American pilot ends up in space in the middle of a universal conflict and goes on the run with futuristic ex-cons who have something everyone wants.

INTO THE STORM

AS ABOVE, SO BELOW

THE PURGE: ANARCHY

Director: Steven Quale

Director:John James Wan Director: Erick Dowdle

Director: James DeMonaco

Starring: Arlen Escarpeta, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Jeremy Sumpter, Max Deacon, Nathan Kress, Richard Armitage

Starring: Perdita Weeks, Ben Feldman, Edwin Hodge

Starring: Frank Grillo, Zach Gilford, Michael Kenneth Williams, Carmen Ejogo, Kiele Sanchez, Keith Stanfield

Genres: Action, Thriller

Genres: Thriller

Genres: Thriller, Horror, Sequel

Synopsis: In the span of a single day,

Synopsis: Miles of twisting catacombs lie

Synopsis: A couple are quickly trying to

beneath the streets of Paris, the eternal home to countless souls. When a team of explorers ventures into the uncharted maze of bones, they uncover the dark secret that lies within this city of the dead. A journey into madness and terror, As Above, So Below reaches deep into the human psyche to reveal the personal demons that come back to haunt us all.

get to their home before The Purge starts but their car runs out of gas, the radio announces the beginning of The Purge, the couple have no choice but to leave their car, a couple of meters away stand a group of Purgers on motorcycles. The couple try to survive and fight the purgers.

LET'S BE COPS

GET ON UP

the town of Silverton is ravaged by an unprecedented onslaught of tornadoes. The entire town is at the mercy of the erratic and deadly cyclones, even as storm trackers predict the worst is yet to come. Most people seek shelter, while others run towards the vortex, testing how far a storm chaser will go for that once-in-a-lifetime shot. Told through the eyes and lenses of professional storm chasers, thrill-seeking amateurs, and courageous townspeople, Into the Storm throws you directly into the eye of the storm to experience Mother Nature at her most extreme.

THE EXPENDABLES 3

Director: Patrick Hughes

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES

Director: Tim Story

Director: Chris Miller, Phil Lord

Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Nicolas Cage, Jackie Chan, Wesley Snipes, Dolph Lundgren

Starring: Michael Pitt, Brit Marling, Astrid BergĂ¨s-Frisbey, Steven Yeun, Archie Panjabi, Cara Seymour

Starring: Megan Fox, Alan Ritchson, Pete Ploszek, Jeremy Howard, Noel Fisher, Will Arnett

Genres: Adventure, Action, Sequel

Genres: Sci-Fi, Drama

Synopsis: Continuing with the franchise,

Synopsis: The film follows a molecular

Genres: Family, Comedy, Action, Adventurel

The Expendables 3 is about the Expendables needing to save the President of the United States. While on their mission, they clash with several younger, technology oriented action heroes. In The Expendables 3, Barney, Christmas and the rest of the team comes faceto-face with Conrad Stonebanks, who years ago co-founded The Expendables with Barney. Stonebanks subsequently became a ruthless arms trader and someone who Barney was forced to killâ&#x20AC;Ś or so he thought. Stonebanks, who eluded death once before, now is making it his mission to end The Expendables but Barney has other plans. Barney decides that he has to fight old blood with new blood, and brings in a new era of Expendables team members, recruiting individuals who are younger, faster and more tech-savvy. 74

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biologist whose study of the human eye points to evidence with far reaching implications about our scientific and spiritual beliefs.

Synopsis: The reboot story centers on the turtle crime fighters, which include Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael, as well as their master Splinter. Rumored to involve the return of Shredder.

Director: Luke Greenfield Starring: Damon Wayans Jr., Jake Johnson, James D'Arcy, Nina Dobrev, Andy Garcia, Olia Voronkova

Director: Tate Taylor Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Viola Davis, Dan Aykroyd, Octavia Spencer, Nelsan Ellis,Jill Scott

Genres: Comedy

Genres: Drama, Biography, Music

Synopsis: It's the ultimate buddy cop

Synopsis: Based on the incredible life story

movie except for one thing: they're not cops. When two struggling pals dress as police officers for a costume party, they become neighborhood sensations. But when these newly-minted "heroes" get tangled in a real life web of mobsters and dirty detectives, they must put their fake badges on the line.

of the Godfather of Soul, the film will give a fearless look inside the music, moves and moods of James Brown, taking audiences on the journey from his impoverished childhood to his evolution into one of the most influential figures of the 20th century.

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Director: John Michael McDonagh

Starring: Om Puri, Helen Mirren, Manish Dayal, Charlotte Le Bon

Starring: Brendan Gleeson, Chris O'Dowd, Kelly Reilly, Aidan Gillen, Dylan Moran, M. Emmet Walsh

Genres: Drama

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Ensemble

Synopsis: Tells the story of an Indian boy

Synopsis: Set in Sligo, Ireland, Calvary

In The Hundred-Foot Journey, Hassan Kadam (Manish Dayal) is a culinary ingénue with the gastronomic equivalent of perfect pitch. Displaced from their native India, the Kadam family, led by Papa (Om Puri), settles in the quaint village of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val in the south of France. Filled with charm, it is both picturesque and elegant – the ideal place to settle down and open an Indian restaurant, the Maison Mumbai. That is, until the chilly chef proprietress of Le Saule Pleureur, a Michelin starred, classical French restaurant run by Madame Mallory (Academy Award®winner Helen Mirren), gets wind of it.

Father James (Brendan Gleeson) is a good priest who is faced with sinister and troubling circumstances brought about by a mysterious member of his parish. Although he continues to comfort his own fragile daughter (Kelly Reilly) and reach out to help members of his church with their various scurrilous moral and often comic - problems, he feels sinister and troubling forces closing in, and begins to wonder if he will have the courage to face his own personal Calvary.

living in France who becomes the culinary apprentice to his father's rival.

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Director: Luc Besson Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Morgan Freeman, Min-sik Choi

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VERY GOOD GIRLS

Director: Naomi Foner Starring: Dakota Fanning, Elizabeth Olsen, Peter Sarsgaard, Dustin Hoffman, Sissy Spacek, Demi Moore

Genres: Action, Thriller

Genres: Drama, Teen

Synopsis: An action-thriller that tracks a woman (Scarlett Johansson) accidentally caught in a dark deal who turns the tables on her captors and transforms into a merciless warrior evolved beyond human logic.

Synopsis: Best friends Lily (Dakota Fanning)

and Gerry (Elizabeth Olsen), home for one last New York summer, make a pact to lose their virginity before leaving for college. But when they both fall for the same handsome artist (Boyd Holbrook) and Lily starts seeing him in secret, a lifelong friendship is tested.

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NAME: Rihanna OCCUPATION: Singer BIRTH DATE: February 20, 1988 EDUCATION: Combermere School PLACE OF BIRTH: Barbados FULL NAME: Robyn Rihanna Fenty ZODIAC SIGN: Pisces

Here are some albums that you can pre-order on iTunes: Album title: YES! Artist: Jason Mraz Expected: Jul, 15 2014 The star of this month is Rihanna. Rihanna was born on February 20, 1988 in Barbados and she is the eldest of three children. Rihanna formed a girl group with two others; when they were only 15 years old. Her group went to an audition with music producer Evan Rodgers, who was visiting the island with his wife. That time, Rodgers fell in love with Rihanna’s performance. Less than a year later, Rihanna went to Connecticut to record a demo album. In January 2005, Rihanna auditioned for Def Jam Records, that time, Jay-Z was the newly minted president. Jay Z was wowed by Rihanna’s amazing voice and signed her on the spot. Only eight months later, in August 2005, Rihanna released her first single “Pon de Replay.” Her first album, “Music of the Sun”, released later that month, reached No.10 on the Billboard albums chart and featured the single “If It’s Loving that you Want.” Rihanna released her second album, “A Girl Like Me” the next year and featured both “Unfaithful” and “SOS”. In 2007, Rihanna’s style has transformed from the cute teen pop princess to the

fully fledged superstar with her third album, “Good Girl Gone Bad”, including the smash hit “Umbrella” featuring Jay-Z. “Umbrella” topped the billboard singles chart and earned Rihanna her first Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration. The album reached No.2 on the charts and featured “Don’t Stop the Music” and “Shut Up and Drive.” Rihanna released Rated R in 2009 with the singles "Hard" and "Rude Boy." Her 2010 album, Loud, was once again an enormous commercial and critical success behind the songs "What's My Name," "Only Girl (In the World)" and "S&M." Rihanna is also featured on many mega hits by other artists, including Jay-Z's "Run this Town," Eminem's "Love the Way You Lie" and Kanye West's "All of the Lights."In 2011, Rihanna released her sixth studio album: Talk That Talk. The album included the song "We Found Love," which features DJ Calvin Harris and won the 2013 Grammy Award for best short form music video. Rihanna gained huge success on her 2012 hit album Unapologetic, this album included hits such as “Diamonds” and “Stay.” Source: biography.com

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Bitter Victory (1957) Director Nicholas Ray

Warfare in the heat and dust has inspired some compellingly desiccated dramas, from Billy Wilder’s Five Graves to Cairo (1943) to David O. Russell’s Three Kings (1999). Nicholas Ray’s bleak masterpiece Bitter Victory is one of the most searingly pessimistic, a tale of breakdown and cowardice under the Saharan sun. Set during the Western Desert Campaign of the second world war, it teams military man Curd Jürgens with local expert Richard Burton on a mission to raid Rommel’s desert HQ. Cinematographer Michel Kelber’s widescreen compositions feel unforgivably stark in black and white, pinioning the film’s feuding protagonists against the infinite undulations of the Libyan dunes.

Daratt (2006)

Director Mahamat-Saleh Haroun One of several incredible films commissioned as part as of the New Crowned Hope project, celebrating the 250th anniversary of Mozart’s birth, Mahamat-Saleh Haroun’s revenge drama Daratt is (very) loosely inspired by the themes of Mozart’s opera La clemenza di Tito. Haroun’s film is set in Chad against a background of ongoing civil war, and features Ali-Bacha Barkai as a young man, Atim, bent on revenge for the death of his father at the hands of a brutal soldier. ‘Daratt’ means ‘dry season’, and as Peter Bradshaw remarked in his review of the film for The Guardian: “Everything in the film is hot and dusty and thirsty – the kind of thirst that can only be slaked by blood.” Haroun builds a pressure-cooker atmosphere as Atim’s bloodlust and humanity do battle inside him, culminating in a gripping finale out in the Sahara.

Fata Morgana (1971) Director Werner Herzog

Ever drawn to the earth’s wild, extreme places, Werner Herzog’s cinematic expeditions to the desert have included his outback drama Where the Green Ants Dream (1984) and his Gulf War fantasia Lessons of Darkness (1992). At the time of writing, he’s at work on a biopic of Middle East adventurer Gertrude Bell entitled Queen of the Desert, starring Robert Pattinson as T.E. Lawrence. His early film Fata Morgana, named after a kind of mirage, is one of his most beautiful. Shot in the southern Sahara in the late 60s, Herzog’s film was conceived as a kind of non-narrative science-fiction film, with the earth standing in for another planet. With Leonard Cohen songs on the soundtrack, together with intonations from a Mayan creation myth, it’s a heady concoction, very much of its time. But the succession of images is hypnotic, with Herzog’s eye frequently drawn to the incongruous human detritus that litters the Sahara’s nowhere places.

Gerry (2002)

Director Gus van Sant Filmed variously in Argentina, Death Valley and 78

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the salt flats of Utah, Gus Van Sant’s defiantly meandering Gerry is the ultimate lost-in-thedesert film. Casey Affleck and Matt Damon play two friends, both called Gerry, who set out on a hike without food or water and quickly lose all sense of direction or even purpose. Made under the influence of the syrup-slow tracking shots of Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, but also calling to mind Samuel Beckett and Michelangelo Antonioni, Van Sant’s film is either a pretentious bore or a trance-inducing masterpiece, depending on your viewpoint. Watched with patience, it’s as spellbinding as a mirage.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966) Director Sergio Leone

The list of westerns to have made great use of desert locations is as long and endless as a distant horizon: think of James Stewart being ambushed on desolate salt flats in Anthony Mann’s The Man from Laramie (1955), or the arid vistas in John Ford’s The Searchers (1956), which David Lean reportedly watched over and over in preparation for Lawrence of Arabia. In the third part of Sergio Leone’s ‘Dollars trilogy’, the desert is used as a kind of torture, when bandit Tuco (Eli Wallach), sheltering himself under a frilly pink parasol, sadistically leads the captive Man with No Name (Clint Eastwood) across a searingly hot landscape. Denied water until perilously close to death, Eastwood’s face itself soon begins to resemble parched ground, cracking up with extreme dehydration. As in Leone’s other spaghetti westerns, the Tabernas desert in Almeria, Spain stood in for the American West.

Greed (1924)

Director Erich von Stroheim Silent master Erich von Stroheim’s magnum opus Greed begins in early 20th century San Francisco and tells of relationships destroyed by avarice after the winning of a lottery ticket. Adapted from Frank Norris’s 1899 novel McTeague, it was an audacious experiment in physical and psychological realism that for its climax involved the crew filming in the forbidding flats of Death Valley’s Badwater Basin – one of the world’s hottest places. As local paper The Inyo Independent reported at the time: The temperature was 130 degrees by a properly shaded thermometer, and the heat radiation from the scorching, sun-baked sand of the desert made the trousers of the men so hot as far up as their knees that many were compelled to wrap bandages around their calves to keep the cloth from touching the skin.

Ice Cold in Alex (1958) Director J. Lee Thompson

One of the great British war films of the 1950s, J. Lee Thompson’s Ice Cold in Alex is a gripping thriller about an ambulance commander (John Mills) and his efforts to transport two nurses through treacherous, enemy-occupied North

Africa – not realising that there’s a German spy in his midst. Shot in Libyan parts of the Sahara, the film bears comparison with the French truck-driving thriller The Wages of Fear (1953) in its use of inhospitable locations to ratchet up the tension. Particularly memorable moments include the group’s nailbiting traversal of a minefield, peril by quicksand, and the iconic final scene of the survivors sharing a cold beer in Alexandria – possibly the most thirst-quenching drinks in cinema.

Walkabout (1971)

Director Nicolas Roeg

In Australia when an Aborigine man-child reaches sixteen, he is sent out into the land. For months he must live from it. Sleep on it. Eat of its fruit and flesh. Stay alive. Even if it means killing his fellow creatures. The Aborigines call it the Walkabout. This is the story of a Walkabout. So begins Nicolas Roeg’s solo debut as director. It’s the hallucinatory tale of two English siblings (Jenny Agutter and Luc Roeg), abandoned in the Australian bush by their father, who must then make their way back to civilisation, guided by an Aborigine boy embarking on his own rite of passage. Featuring cutaways to the weird and wonderful flora and fauna of the desert, Roeg’s film is a primal adventure movie in which the edifices of culture and propriety are left in tatters in the outback.

Woman of the Dunes (1964) Director Hiroshi Teshigahara

“There has never been sand photography like this (no, not even in Lawrence of Arabia),” critic Roger Ebert wrote of Woman of the Dunes. This enigmatic Japanese classic is the story of an insect collector (Eiji Okada) who becomes trapped at the bottom of a vast sand pit, where he is forced to help a lonely widow (Kyoko Kishida) in her endless task of digging away the falling sands. Though Japan isn’t known for its deserts, 37-yearold director Hiroshi Teshigahara filmed in the rolling dunes of the Tottori prefecture in the west of the country – the terrain that inspired Kobo Abe’s celebrated source novel.

Zabriskie Point (1970)

Director Michelangelo Antonioni Zabriskie Point is a rainbow-coloured spot in Death Valley, where layers of multi-hued sediment in the jagged crests of rock create the impression of a

sand picture given three dimensions. It was a location that enticed Michelangelo Antonioni

when MGM lured the hip Italian director to make a film in the States. The result, which begins almost as a documentary on radical student politics before becoming a story about disillusioned youth and an escape to the nullity of the desert, was rubbished in many quarters as a shallow attempt to get to grips with the hippy scene. Never mind, Zabriskie Point survives as a richly poetic ode to emptiness in American life and landscape, full of indelible images such as a writhing orgy in the dust.

“David Lean’s Doctor Zhivago does for snow what his Lawrence of Arabia did for sand,” quipped one reviewer upon the 1965 release of Lean’s wintry Russian Revolution epic. While his point was facetious, it spoke to the fact that – for all Lawrence of Arabia’s other strengths – cinema-goers had truly never seen dunes and desert quite like Lean showed them. Like T.E. Lawrence, his adventuring protagonist, Lean was a “desert-loving Englishman” and his images of Arabia – captured with astonishing precision and scale in Super Panavision 70 by cinematographer Freddie Young – remain a benchmark in landscape filmmaking. But Lean was neither the first nor the last director to be drawn to the world’s parched, barren wildernesses. Hollywood itself was built on Californian land reclaimed from arid desert terrain, and its production companies have always capitalised on the proximity of the Mojave and Death Valley for westerns, adventure films, biblical epics, and science fiction.

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More recently, filmmakers the world over have used the desert as shorthand in narratives of existential isolation, revelling in empty, sun-scorched topographies where characters can lose themselves mentally and geographically, far from civilisation and at the mercy of the elements.

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‫ألنها أمي‬ ‫‪Because she is my Mother‬‬ ‫الحزن خيما ألشالء أبنائها‬ ‫تلك التي تنصب‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫تلك التي ترش الدمع‪ ،‬ياسمنًا على قبورنا‬

‫تلك التي تذرف شمسًا ‪ ،‬كلما أغبننا سرمد‬ ‫الليل‪...‬‬ ‫تلك التي أبكت الدبابة و أرهبت البارود‪،‬‬

‫و تفتت القم َر لتدسه في وسائدنا ريشًا‬ ‫وياسمنا‪ ...‬هي امي‬

‫بارودهم وبرودهم هي أمي‪...‬‬

‫شرفات‬ ‫تلك التي تعصر السهاد لتزرعه على‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫رموشنا حلمًا جميال‬

‫تلك التي تلوك اآلهات لتزرع في ذاكرتنا ورد ًة‬ ‫بيضاء‪...‬‬

‫ليال‬ ‫تلك التي تزف خيباتنا المتزاحمة الى‬ ‫ٍ‬ ‫ملئ باألمل‪...‬‬

‫الصمت لتخط لنا في المدى‬ ‫تلك التي ترشف‬ ‫َ‬ ‫دربًا آخ َر‬

‫تلك التي تحشو الغيم رصاصا فيمطرنا بردًا‬ ‫و قب ً‬ ‫ال‪...‬‬

‫لحن ‪ ،‬فنرقص كلنا‬ ‫و تغني آهاتها ‪ ،‬بال ٍ‬ ‫طربًا‪ ...‬أمي‬

‫برائحة‬ ‫تلك التي تحرق التاريخ ‪ ،‬لتخط آخر‬ ‫ِ‬ ‫كف ّيها‪..‬‬ ‫و ترمم أرصفة أحالمنا بكل ما أوتيت من‬ ‫فجيعة ‪ ...‬أمي‬ ‫ٍ‬

‫تلك التي تستنطق الحجر والشجر والزيتون‬ ‫تلك التي شيدت لنا للتو بين الوطن‬ ‫والوطن‪ ،‬وطنا آخر‬ ‫هي أمي‪!!!...‬‬

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Poetry by Nada Faris A Kernel of Despair I see popped kernels of desire curling in despair. Is it fair I retire broken, wreathing in pain? You approach on occasions, your halo gleaming, its rays refracting off the beaming dagger you hide behind soft curves. What empathy you dote on monsters, you preserve in my grace. For I’m the fiend who hurt you most by kneeling in place, and dotting the back of my neck with red ink, marking your assail. You hail me as your murderer in the public square and gather everyone around us to ascertain your closure, you say, I dismembered our union, you say, I lacked all compassion, and worse, I pollute history with false narratives portrayed in verse. But truth was never a subject of poetry, its words gain substance only with growth of numbers. The marauding masses in the square attest to your claims, refashioning truth in quantity and volume and threats. I gave you liberty, when you were shaking in your bedroom. What’s not to hate about indebtedness? What’s not to vilify in my eagerness to carve your pedestal with miracles, each one surpassing the other in order of reverence? You called me home once, but now I’m the villain to whom you lost your innocence. Nada Faris Nada Faris is a Kuwaiti who writes poetry, articles, and fiction in English. Her latest book, Before Young Adult Fiction, is a collection of short, award-winning articles, poems, and short stories that shaped her writing voice. Reach her at: www.nadafaris.com or @nadafaris

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Yet in the grand scheme of things, both you and I are nothing more than grains in the cosmos of despair. July, 2014

JULY Book Releases

Looking for the latest summer reads? This July 2014 new releases calendar covers the books that are expected to be popular -- from debuts to thrillers to domestic fiction. Pick the genre that appeals to you and enjoy your summer vacation!

The Girls from Corona Del Mar Rufi Thorpe

The Girls from Corona Del Mar is a literary debut about friendship between women and how childhood relationships evolve over time. The story is not primarily about youth or coming of age. It is told from adulthood and is primarily about the life of one of the girls, as told by her best friend. Advance praise has made this a book to watch.

Lucky Us Amy Bloom

Amy Bloom's second novel is the story of two half-sisters in search of fame and fortune as they travel across America during the 1940s. It is filled with family drama and life drama that is billed as both funny and moving.

The Book of Life

Deborah Harkness

Deborah Harkness made it big with her debut novel, A Discovery of Witches, which came out in 2011. Discovery of Witches was the first book in a supernatural suspense and romance trilogy. Book of Life brings that trilogy to a conclusion. If you have not read the first two books, start there. If you have, this is the book you've been waiting for.

The City

Dean Koontz

The City is a novel that jumps back and forth through time and is told by a talented musician. He relates that events that happened in his city starting in 1967, when he was ten. Good and evil and events "terrible and wonderful" all take place in this city, with a host of characters for readers to enjoy.

The Great Glass Sea

Josh Weil

Josh Weil's second novel is a science fiction story with a focus on two brothers in a dysfunctional family. The premise of The Great Glass Sea is that the Russian government has put mirrors in space that reflect sunlight back to earth at night, creating perpetual daylight for a sub-Arctic community in Russia that contains huge greenhouses. The science fiction part of the story explores how this perpetual sunlight affects people. The domestic part of the story explores the relationship between two brothers.

One Plus One

The Hundred Year House is Makkai's second novel, although she is

One Plus One is the sort of zany love story that is perfect for the middle of summer. A single mother has a son who is being bullied and a math whiz daughter who has the chance to compete in a major contest that the family can't afford. Enter the nerdy millionaire whose house the mom is employed to clean. He decides to help the daughter get to the competition, and the rest is romantic comedy history.

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When Nick Harkaway burst onto the scene in 2008, we said of his debut novel, The Gone Away World, "Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m all for zany sci-fi with a sharp wit and things like ninjas and mimes thrown in. But some readers will rightfully not want to take the time to get lost in such a kaleidoscope of ideas." That still sums up Harkaway. Tigerman is described in ways that sound both domestic and absurd. The writer who described his work asexistential pulp hit it on the head. You have to decide whether that's more intriguing or frustrating for you.

The Hundred Year House Rebecca Makkai

Tigerman

Nick Harkaway

Jojo Moyes

BOOK CLUB

100 Years of Sheaffer 100 Years of Sheaffer (2013) is a tribute book by Sheaffer Company that was published in the past year to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the company being in business since 1913 by its founder Walter A. Sheaffer. In Kuwait, the pen has penetrated the market years and years ago, it was known as the pen with the white dot, which is the long life warranty mark and it is what differentiates Sheaffer from its competitors to date. Sheaffer Pen is a leading worldwide provider of quality fine writing instruments. Today, Sheaffer forges ahead with the same commitment to excellence, quality and craftsmanship that put the brand on the map 100 years ago. What is so special about this book is that it consists of never seen before photos and images of the writing instruments that never made it to the market, as well as the old advertisements, black and white and colored that was used throughout the years. Also, the book has written statements from Bruno Bich, Chairman of BIC S. A. (since Sheaffer is a brand of BIC group since 1997), John D. Sheaffer, grandson of Walter Sheaffer and former Senior Manager of Sheaffer Pen Company as well as Sheaffer current General Manager Tim Williams. The book covers the timeline from 1913 until 2013 with really interesting and important milestones in the Sheaffer stories, such as: The Sheaffer Family Story, The Invention of the Lever Filling System, Birth of the White Dot, Sheafer and BIC and many more milestones covered in the book. “We can all think of famous international corporations which have been in existence for

many years. But in fact very few companies can trace their lineage for 100 years. It is exceptional for any organization to maintain name and trademark recognition for so long a period. It is remarkable that Sheaffer quality has an international image. Great credit is due Sheaffer and BIC management for broadening the Sheaffer ® product line of gift merchandise which sends a message of elegance and style. Walter A. Sheaffer, founder of the Sheaffer Pen Company 100 years ago-my grandfather whom I loved and knew well- would be as excited about Sheaffer ® products today as he was then. I speak for all of us when I say the Sheaffer name is in good hands and Sheaffer products exude beauty, ingenuity, and craftsmanship. The many hundreds of individuals who take great pride in their personal workmanship and endeavors must also share in the Sheaffer story.” John D. Sheaffer Grandson of Walter Sheaffer, And former Senior Manager at the Sheaffer Pen Company

Nada Soliman

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Asrar AlAnsari Creating a world of emotions to be held in hands

Please introduce yourself to our readers: Asrar Zakaria Al-Ansari, born on 5th of December 1988, I currently work in Public Relations & Media department in the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs. Tell us about your education: I am a Public Relations and Advertising graduate from Gulf University for Science and Technology. Do you recall how your interest in writing originated? I had a passion for writing since I was a little girl. I am from a family who’s well known for its deep interest and contributions to both education and literature, so the environment was really motivating especially when my parents noticed my interest in writing. What inspired you to write your first book? I wanted to create a world of emotions to be held in hands. Peoples’ stories, secrets and 84

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experiences were my source of inspiration. And, as I mentioned earlier, I grew up in a family that loves literature, reading and writing, I wanted to be the new author in the family who looks up to be just like her uncles and aunties. Do you have a specific writing style? I write in Classic Arabic, smooth understandable phrases and words are what I choose. I strongly believe that what comes out of the heart will definitely reach other hearts. How did you come up with the title? Since my name is Asrar which means Secrets, adding an ‘I’ at the end of my name would mean “My Secrets”... I believe that every story written in the book is a beautiful secret from people who believed in my writing skills enough to trust me by sharing their personal experiences just to see them beautifully written and shared through my Twitter account, that was in the phase of writing and publishing the stories. Then

comes the “working on the book” and editing phase, after organizing the stacked up stories in chapters I wrote after each chapter an article sharing my personal thoughts, my personal beliefs and preferences, and I titled each article by the word “Secret” adding an object I love for example “The Secret of the Rain – The Secret of the Full Moon” so we’ll end up with a number of Secrets. Therefore, I consider every word written in this book whether it was about me or about others MY SECRETS, “Asrari”. Is there a message in your book that you want readers to grasp? There are a lot of hidden messages between the lines, but my main message I wrote clearly at the end of the book and it revolves around being yourself, believing strongly in yourself, and reminding everyone that each and every one of us is here in this world for a reason, to add something to the society we live in and we all must seek for the reason within ourselves and start the journey of a decent life.

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How much of the book is realistic? From cover to cover. Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life? I started writing the stories of people I know, then other people whom I don’t even know their name came flowing in, they sent me their personal experiences through my e-mail and Ask.fm account which allows people to write to you without revealing their identity.

What books have influenced your life the expect this huge amount of acceptance and most? appreciation from people. “Nesyan” by Ahlam Mustaghanmi, “La Tahzan” by Dr. Ayedh Al Qarni, Sherry Is there anything you find particularly Argov’s Books, and “Think like a man act like challenging in your writing? a lady” by Steve Harvey. My only challenge right now is that I want to improve my writing skills day by day. Are there any new authors that have Another challenge was to write people’s grasped your interest? stories in 140 characters, yes, and each story Mentioning names may be unfair to some, is 140 characters long to fit in a tweet, it was but since I am a number one reader so every that crazy! I wanted to be different so I had to writer that cares for what he publishes from work hard to be it! every aspect will certainly grasp my interest. Who is your favorite author and what is it Do you see writing as a career? What else that really strikes you about his/her work? do you do? My favorite is the Algerian writer Ahlam No, I write when I feel the need to express Mustaghanmi; she expresses me in so many something from my heart and it really ways! fascinates me that what came straight out of my heart turned to be a book. I work in Who designed the covers? the Public Relations field and I really love The talented graphic designer Mohammed what I am doing, therefore I am a reader Sharaf, can you believe that the details inside by day, a writer by night and I socialize the mask were my doodles one day! in between. If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your book? Not a word, I love how everything happened even though I did not plan for it this way and I did not

What was the hardest part of writing your book? Choosing and organizing the stories in chapters; I had to choose 500 out of 1600 stories that I wrote from all my heart, I really loved them all but I didn’t want the book to exceed 250 pages! The process was really tiring especially when I had to organize them in chapters because they weren’t organized at all. Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it? Dreams do come true, but you have to believe in yourself first, and the more you believe in yourself the more everyone else will believe in you! Do you have any advice for other writers? For those who have published their work; keep going and don’t forget to improve yourself. And those who are afraid and have no courage; give yourself a chance when you are ready, believe in yourself and start turning your dream into reality. Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers? Stick to doing what you love, believe in the beauty of your dreams because nothing is impossible in the eye of a dreamer. Your message for us at CityPages magazine: Thank you for being there at my book signing and thank you for this interview. What I really admire about your magazine is your wonderful support and kind hearts. Keep going, you are the best!

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How to improve your Ramadan

Ramadan is Muslim's holy month of virtue, where merits are doubled, but so are vices. And it is evident that throughout the past Ramadhans, we have done our best to become the most pious by devoting our times for good deeds and trying to avoid misconduct. While most of us know what Ramadan is, some of us with the least amount of self control think that Ramadan is that special month in which Muslims restrain themselves from eating till the dusk prayer is called; and sadly, this belief is becoming the dominant one among us, even if it was not as literal as I may have put it.. Most people nowadays are unorganized and generally unfocused, so Ramadan comes in heavily for them. But that's the problem: If more time was dedicated to self-development than to mindless piety and following customs, we would have lived more comfortable lives. Adnan Najeeb Al-Abbar Adnan is studying Theoretical Physics at the college of Sciences and Technology in Kuwait University. His Hobbies include Anime, manga, heavy metal, jazz, gaming, writing, and reading. In Writing field he is into Reviews, critiques, essays, plays, and short short-stories. Adnan can be contacted by email: 3dnanoo94@gmail.com

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I do not object to prayer, but it must be accompanied with hard work, and regulation of the mind. One of the benefits of prayer is that it makes us patient, calm, and gives us self-control. The Qur'aan makes us wiser, and Zakaat teaches us generousity and altruism. If we practice these in Ramadan but do not learn from them, it becomes clear that either something is wrong with our understanding, or that we do not have enough devoution. What if Ramadan was that month that would change us all into better people in terms of honesty, integrity, intelligence, wisdom, and self-discipline? It's not an impossible dream at all. In fact, it's easy to accomplish. All we need to do is to revise our actions in Ramadan, and see why we do what we do, how can our actions be improved, and what must be done to improve our behaviour. Ramadan hasn't passed yet, as we're halfway through, so there is always hope for change (into what is better), and what better time to improve ourselves than today? Developing a clearer and better understanding of the Quran, taking better care of our health, strengthening family and friendly relations, and controlling our desires seem to be core concepts of what Ramadan truly is all about, so why not start and focus on these? I wish you all a Ramadan mubarak. Ramadan kareem to all, and be blessed.

The English Woman In Saudi Arabia Part 2

I travelled across the world to be with the man I love, who was Arab and I was just an ordinary blue-eyed English woman. I was delighted to see him at the airport, feelings rushed over me again and I ran over to give him a hug. "Kate," he said with a stern look on his face. I backed away and I felt a little embarrassed. He gave a small but warm smile and said, "You cannot hug me here in Saudi Arabia, it is against the law as we are not allowed to hug women who we are not related to or not married to," he Nadia AlHassan

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explained. I nodded my head and looked at the ground, I felt a little bit shy and a bit stupid for coming all the way here. He was the same man that I fell in love with in England, yet he was different, if that even made sense. I said goodbye to the Arab woman who comforted me while I had been waiting for Yousef, we exchanged numbers and I promised to keep in contact. Yousef led me over to his car, I was quite thirsty so I took my water bottle out of my bag to drink. Yousef started to say, "la, la, la," which I remember him telling me in England it meant no. I was confused and looked at him with a blank expression, why was he saying no? He then took the water bottle out of my hands and threw it away. "Its Ramadan Kate, we do not drink or eat during daylight hours and if anybody saw you they would cause a huge fuss." I sat in the car and we drove quietly, not a single word muttered. I looked out the

window and admired the beauty of the country, It wasn't just all desert which I had expected it to be, I honestly didn't think that there would have been buildings. I laughed silently to myself, Yousef asked me what was on my mind and I told him how I thoughts all Arabs lived in tents. We both laughed. "Kate, I love you," he said. "But we must get married if you want to stay with me." I think I started to panic then, I didn't expect to get married this fast. But then yet again, I didn't expect any of this. I was a young woman who came all the way to Saudi Arabia to be with the love of my life. My parents still had no clue where I was and if I got married without them knowing, they would never forgive me again. I looked at him for a long while and then said, "Lets get married then," I had no idea what I was getting myself into. But I was in love. July, 2014

Hussain Al-Ayoub and Mohammad Al-Ayoub

StopMotion Kuwait

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Mastering the advanced art of stop-motion animation

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Please introduce yourself to our readers: Hussain and Mohammad Al Ayoub, we are the creators and founders of StopMotion Kuwait

Tell us about your educational backgrounds? We both come from different educational backgrounds. I graduated from Kuwait University with a major in Political Science and minor in Psychology. Hussain is a GUST graduate majored in Marketing.

We are excited to know, how and when did the idea of StopMotion come up? We have seen the proliferation of social media in Kuwait in the last few years, from Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The growth of small businesses over social media was exponential and we have all witnessed the rise of social media “celebrities/bloggers” in Kuwait. Instagram was growing in Kuwait surpassing its neighbors, might I dare say outpacing the US back then. Businesses, small and large, started using Instagram to advertise their products and services. Instagram provided something that no other social media could do before, it was visual. When Instagram launched its 15 seconds video capability, possibilities were limitless. Telling a story in 15 seconds was both inspiring and challenging. Hussain has a creative mind and in his quest for searching for something new, he saw ADIDAS stop motion add. Then, a bulb flickered just like the cartoon “This is what we should bring to Kuwait”.

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We didn’t know what we are getting ourselves into. The first stop-motion took a lot of time and effort from both of us, drawing these still pictures and moving them with the music to reveal an idea and above all make it all realistic.

What role do each of you play? Hussain is the creative dynamo while I manage the business and clients; we both work together to brainstorm and to translate ideas that are sometimes unclear to a concept that best represent the business or portrays the person (in case of bloggers). Some of our customers are clear on what they want, while others are not. This is where we can help them with our experience and knowledge what works and what doesn’t.

Who was your first client and did you approach and convince them? Our first client was surprisingly not from Kuwait but from neighboring Qatar “Football team”. He approached us after he saw our videos on Instagram. Surprisingly, people didn’t need convincing; reception was overwhelmingly positive and encouraging. We relied mainly on Instagram to build our fan base.

Tell us about some of your clients? We have a big client list ranging from top companies such as NBK, Zain, Boubyan, Al-Ghanim Industries, Abyat, Chewy Goowy, Al-Jazeera Perfumes and Al Baghli to social media bloggers, small businesses and even home businesses. 92

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We also have government clients such as ministry of electricity and water (MOEW) and NGO clients as well.

Where do you get your inspiration from? We strive to understand our clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs and build the story board accordingly. We try to be unique and distinctive in every stop-motion we make in order to avoid becoming boring. Our minds are thinking non-stop, always browsing the internet and social media for new inspirations. Quality is our slogan.

Can you explain the process of completing a project from the beginning? How long does it take you to complete a project? The whole process takes 3-4 weeks. Meeting the client, generating ideas, developing the story board, selecting the music until all this is finally assembled into the 15 seconds video you enjoy. People thought at first that it is an application that you can download and use. It is NOT. It takes 80-100 drawings to make a realistic good quality 15 seconds videos; these are not pictures but drawings, similar to how cartoons are developed. It requires precision and accuracy and this is what distinguishes us. Quality is our Slogan; if we are not happy with the quality we do not present it to the client.

How do you decide the music for your animations? Sometimes the client provides us with the music but many times we do select the music based on the story and the type of business. We try to make it fun but relevant.

Which project or video is your personal favorite and why? Mohammad - @mmkuwair from Qatar Hussain - @zain

What are some of the challenges you face with your business? Satisfying our customers is our biggest challenge; we strive to make our customers happy.

What are your future plans? We currently have clients in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE. So our future plans are to expand in the Gulf and Middle East. At present this is a two man show but we need to expand to meet our future plans.

Your message for us at CityPages Magazine: We have competitors but we differentiate ourselves with quality; that is our slogan. Trust of the big companies is attestation of our quality. We create our own mark in our videos; when you see one of our videos you would know, it is us: StopMotion Kuwait.

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to add to your wishlist

Get on your toy-car A-game because this one comes with an interchangeable suspension

SnapPower SnapRays Guidelight Traditional nightlights can hog one or more outlets, so SnapPower embedded three LEDs into the Guidelight’s faceplate. The clever design keeps both outlets free.

Whirlpool Microwave with AccuPop Making popcorn is stressful: A few extra seconds and you have inedible charred chunks. Sound sensors in the new Whirlpool measure the duration between pops and adjust cooking time to ensure the perfect batch every time.

HTC One (M8) This smartphone could make you a better photographer. Two rear-facing lenses serve distinct purposes: one captures the image; the other, depth information. Users can refocus images even after they’ve taken the shot.

Modarri A driver’s license may be years away for many toy-car owners, but that’s no reason why their vehicles shouldn’t handle like the real thing. Each Modarri car has an interchangeable suspension and front-wheel steering.

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Philips Hue LuminaireGuidelight Connected LED bulbs aren’t much to look at, which is why we tend to hide them beneath lampshades. But Philips’s 3-D–printed luminaires are bulb and shade in one high-design package.

Dinosaur Polo Club’s Mini Metro Mini Metro is like The Sims for transit geeks with nerves of steel. In this multiplatform game, players satisfy demanding passengers by redesigning subway-system layouts to suit ever-changing needs.

Deep Quirky + GE Aros Until now, apartment dwellers have been mostly left out of the smarthome revolution. No longer. The Aros A/C window unit pairs with an app to learn a user’s behavior, power itself down when appropriate, and help keep energy bills in check.

James Nestor’s book Deep begins above the ocean surface, steadily working down to researchers camped out at 60 feet below. It bottoms out at 28,700 feet, where autonomous bots comb deep trenches.

Black & Decker AutoSense Drill This wireless drill is the first to stop itself before it strips heads or cracks surfaces. A microprocessor senses the changing torque of the screw as it bores into wood and signals the motor to stop in time.

RoboReel Water Hose Stop playing tug-of-war with your garden hose. RoboReel senses when you pull on the hose and starts a motor to help you unwind it. When you’re done watering, press a button to initiate retraction. July, 2014

‫وهم الخصوصية‬ ‫قرآنا مقالة تتحدث عن وهم الخصوصة عبر االنترنت وكيف كانت انت تختفي‬ ‫ تحدث الكاتب عن ان مهما حاولت ان تبتعد عن االنترنت‬.‫“تقريبا” نهائيا‬ ‫ تحدث عن قانون‬.‫ فأنهم سيجدون وسيلة لتعقبك‬،‫وتقطع اتصالك باالنترنت‬ ‫” وانهم كانوا يجمعون‬NSA“ ‫” التي تبنته وكالة االمن القومي اآلمريكية‬PRISM“ ‫ الصور و يتجسسون على مكالماتك‬،‫ الفيديوهات‬،‫الرسائل االلكتزونية‬ ‫ الشركات الكبرى‬.‫الهاتفية والمكالمات التي تجريها عن طريق االنترنت ايضا‬ ‫ هذا القانون فقط‬.‫قالوا انهم ال يعرفون عن هذا القانون والبعض يعرف عنه‬ ‫في أمريكا ولكن نعتقد ان في منطقتنا اكبر من هذا القانون لعدم وجود‬ ‫ ثغرة “الهارتبليد” التي‬،‫ باالضافة الى ذلك‬.‫قوانين لتحافظ على خصوصيتنا‬ ‫ من سيرفرات االنترنت والتي سهلت للهاكرز سهولة الدخول‬٪١٨ ‫اصابت‬ ‫ ان الثغرة كانت بمثابة‬.‫للسيرفرات المحمية وارقامك السرية بنفس الوقت‬ ‫ نحن‬.‫الكابوس على االنترنت وايضا كانت صحوة لشركات األنترنت وصناعتها‬ .‫نعتقد ان خصوصية االنترنت انتهت او بالكاد متمسكة بحبل أمل خفيف‬ ‫ لهذا‬.‫ اإلنترنت مصممة كوسيط لتوصيل األجهزة وليس إلخفاء البيانات‬:‫رؤيتنا‬ ‫ ولكن يمكنهم‬.‫نستخدم أنظمة التشفير في المتصفحات والبريد اإللكتروني‬ ‫ يمكنك تأخيرهم لمدة معينة ولكن في‬.‫الوصول إليك إذا ما أرادوا ذلك‬ .‫نهاية المطاف سيحصلون على بعض البيانات حول نشاطك على اإلنترنت‬ ‫(بعيدا عن رأي كاتب المقالة) فإنه من المعيب إستخدام اإلنترنت الصطيادك‬ ‫ وابق على‬،‫ واذا لم يكن أي شيء تخفيه فأنت بالجانب اآلمن‬.‫والتجسس عليك‬ .‫هذا النحو‬

The illusion of privacy We read an article that talks about the illusion of online privacy and how to disappear almost completely. The writer was talking about no matter how you try to stay away from the internet and cutting your connections online there will be a way to track you down. He talked about the NSA's PRISM program that was collecting your emails, videos, photos and spying on your call and VoIP data as well. The big companies said they don’t know about it and some did knew. It's all in the US but we think in our region it's bigger than that with no acts or rules to save our privacy. Moreover, The Heartbleed bug that hit almost 18% of the internet servers and enabled hackers to easily access both secure servers and your passwords at the same time. It is one of the internet nightmares and a wake-up call to the internet industry. We highly think that the online privacy is dead or its barely still hanging on a thin thread. Our insight: The internet designed to communicate

between devices not for hiding information. That’s why we use the encryption protocol in web browsers and email apps. But, if they want you they can get you. You can delay them for awhile but they will find some metadata about your online activities. (Despite the political opinion we have) this is just a shame for using the internet to hunt you and spy on you. But, if you don’t have nothing to hide then you are on the safe side, and keep it that way. Yousif AlSaeed Saad Almseikan A burger lover who works as a Computer Technician during the day. Saad has a curious mind that likes to discover everything new that's related to computers, hardware, gadgets and technology. You'll most probably find him holding a burger while playing with a new gadget. He is 27 years old, loves Mixed Martial Arts. Music is what keeps him going especially Rock & Roll.

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Google I/O 2014 Google I/O is an annual developer-focused conference by Google features the latest releases, informations about Android, Chrome web browser, Chrome OS, Google APIs and Apps. At first, They announce “Android One” phone. It will be under 100$ for the people who can’t afford 600$+ smartphones. Google announce the next version of the Android operating system, It will be named “L” and its a functional overhaul of the Google new ecosystem. It will connect all your android enabled devices together and make them all sync seamlessly. The new design of Android going beyond the mobile phone to the tablet, TV screen, watch and even the car. These are some of the many features that the new Android have: Android Wear: Motorla, LG and Samsung, Google puts them together as key players before Apple. Android Gear using the same tools as phones and tablets and they going to release Android Wear SDK. Android TV: A TV with Android L OS. Android TV will bring your search results from your smartphone or smart watch. For gamers, You can stream and play your favourites games from your Android to your Android TV. Android Auto: A redesigned Android dedicated for cars. So you can plug your Android phone into the car system and it will mirror your phone to your car`s system display. The Google map app is just amazing in this Android version. Its gonna be available in the near future in almost all the auto companies. Its Apple`s CarPlay competitor. Chromcast: A lot of features added like mirroring your Android device and bringing your photos to your TV. Chromebook: Connecting your phone with your Chromebook, getting calls and messages notification, unlocking your chrome if your phone is near you without putting your password (thanks to the authentication feature). Also, Google announce they are working to enable Chrome OS to run Android apps (no specific date). After brief review about the new Android L and ChromeOS, let’s talk about the other services from Google: Google Cloud: The cloud engine has been improved. Developers now can debug their apps and monitor their performances while running on hundreds of servers. Google Fit: It’s an open, multi-OS API for fitness apps and devices. It will put all the user’s fitness data into one place. Google Play: Gamers can create profile to show/follow their game progress, leaderboards and quests.

Fire Phone, Amazon's first smartphone Well, why not they say. They already have a great line-up of tablets and one-of-a-kind reading tablet “Paperwhite”, so why not a phone! With customer care in their sight and putting it first, with focus on Amazon Prime. With “Dynamic Perspective” technology that responds to how you hold, view, and move your phone. “FireFly” Technology that quickly identify items, products, texts, sounds, phone numbers, QR codes and over 100 million items with a single dedicated button. The hardware is quite good, A 2.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor, combined with 2GB of RAM. 4.7” HD Display, 13MP camera with optical image stabilisation, and free unlimited cloud storage. So far the phone is for use in the US only, hopefully it will be available to the world very soon.

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‫شهر الخير و العطاء‬ ‫نحمد اهلل تعالى جميعًا الذي أبلغنا شهر رمضان هذا العام ونحن على احسن حال ‪ ،‬نبدأ بالدعاء لليوم‬ ‫فيه َع ْن َن ْو َم ِة‬ ‫فيه‬ ‫مين‪َ ،‬و َن ِّب ْهني ِ‬ ‫مين‪َ ،‬و ِقيامي ِ‬ ‫اج َع ْل ِصيامي ِ‬ ‫قيام ا ْلقا ِئ َ‬ ‫الصا ِئ َ‬ ‫األول " اَل ّل ُ‬ ‫يام ّ‬ ‫ـه َّم ْ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫فيه ِص َ‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫ْ‬ ‫ُ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫مين" ‪.‬‬ ‫ر‬ ‫مج‬ ‫ل‬ ‫ا‬ ‫ن‬ ‫ع‬ ‫يًا‬ ‫عاف‬ ‫يا‬ ‫ّي‬ ‫ن‬ ‫ع‬ ‫ف‬ ‫اع‬ ‫و‬ ‫‪،‬‬ ‫مين‬ ‫ل‬ ‫عا‬ ‫ل‬ ‫ا‬ ‫لـه‬ ‫ا‬ ‫يا‬ ‫فيه‬ ‫مي‬ ‫ر‬ ‫ج‬ ‫لى‬ ‫ب‬ ‫ه‬ ‫و‬ ‫ا ْل ِ‬ ‫ِ َ ْ‬ ‫ْ ِ َ‬ ‫غاف َ‬ ‫ِ ِ َ‬ ‫َ َ ْ‬ ‫لين‪ْ َ َ ،‬‬ ‫ُ ْ‬ ‫َ‬ ‫كلنا نرغب اآلن بتقديم التهاني لعائلتنا الكريمة واألقارب واألصدقاء وبالطبع التكنولوجيا دائما تحت‬ ‫أيدينا ‪ ،‬لذلك يمكنك بسهولة تحميل تطبيق " تهاني رمضان" على االندرويد أو االبستور ‪ .‬ومن خالله ً‬ ‫يمكنك ارسال التهاني عن طريق ال ‪ SMS‬و البريد االلكتروني والفيسبوك والتويتر والوتساب‪ .‬باالضافة‬ ‫الى امكانية استغالل التكنولوجيا لهاتفك الذكي بتحميل تطبيق القرآن الكريم وأدعية رمضان‬ ‫اليومية و أوقات الصلوات‪ .‬ولفت انتباهي تطبيق يستحق تحميله يحمل اسم " مساجد الكويت" فهو‬

‫يتيح لك معرفة المساجد القريبة منك بسهولة تامة‪ ،‬حيث يتمتع بخاصية ال" "�‪Navi‬‬ ‫‪ "gation‬لسهولة الوصول الى المسجد ‪ ،‬ويعرض لك الوقت المتبقي للصالة التالية‬ ‫وامكانية البحث باسم المسجد‪.‬‬ ‫رمضان فرصة عظيمة لخلق أجواء دينية في العائله واألبناء ‪ ،‬ويمكنك تحميل تطبيق‬ ‫قصص األنبياء لتعليم االطفال على تاريخ األنبياء حيث يحتوي التطبيق على قصص‬ ‫األنبياء بالفيديو ويمكنهم أيضا قراءتها‪ .‬ويمكن لألم أيضا بتحميل تطبيقات خاصة‬ ‫بالمطبخ والطعام ‪ ،‬حيث يسهل عليها اعداد وصفات جديدة في شهر رمضان ‪.‬‬ ‫تطبيقات التواصل االجتماعية مثل الفيسبوك‪ ,‬جوجل بلس‪ ,‬واالنستغرام‪ .‬تزيد‬ ‫تفاعال ونشاطا خالل هذا الشهر الفضيل‪ ,‬فليكن تواصلنا بالخير والعطاء‪ .‬واالبتعاد‬ ‫عن االستخدام السيئ من خالل هذه التطبيقات أو غيرها‪.‬‬ ‫مع تمنياتي لكم بأيام مليئة بالخير والعطاء وأن يتقبل اهلل طاعتكم ‪،،،‬‬ ‫‪99‬‬

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‫‪Faisal Ben Dhofari‬‬ ‫‪General manager / Owner‬‬ ‫‪Click integrated Media Solutions‬‬

My name is Sherifa AlAsousi. I am a chef .and owner of Sugar Box Bakery. My concept is to travel the world looking for exotic flavors. I plan to make a change in one dish at a time. I live, love, eat and enjoy every moment and that's how I do it! From the city of spices: Location: Mumbai, India Inspiration: Cinnamon & Coconut Dish: Spinach Rice & Shrimp Curry Namaste from Mumbai - the city of spices; A place where colors are everywhere. How can you resist a colorful dish coming from a colorful culture. I can't! And that's what inspired me to create my own dish that takes me back to Mumbai every time I have it. Lets start ... 100

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Shrimp Curry: You will need: n2

cups of medium size shrimps (frozen or fresh)

nLemon

juice

cinnamon sticks

cup coconut powder

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cup whipped cream (liquid)

cups water

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cup finely chopped onion

n¼

small garlic, roughly chopped

nOlive

oil

nPinch

of ground cardamom

nPinch

of cinnamon powder / salt / pepper all added to taste

nCilantro nHail

for garnish

seeds

Directions: 1.Heat olive oil in a medium sized sauté pan on medium heat. Add the chopped onion & garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add the curry powder, cardamom & salt Cook for two more minutes.

Spinach Rice: You will need: n1

cup of rice. (for two person)

nfrozen

chopped spinach, thawed and drained (about 1 cup)

2.Slowly blend the coconut powder with whipped cream in a separate bowl (add milk if the mixture is to thick) 3. Add the mixture to your sauté pan and blend gently. 4.Add the marinated shrimps to the curry sauce and spread out evenly in the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp has turned from grey to pink and is just cooked through. Do not overcook or the shrimp will be rubbery.

n½

small onion, roughly chopped (about ½ cup)

n¼

cup fresh cilantro

5.Throw in 2 hail seeds & 2 cinnamon sticks & cover the pan leaving it for 2 minutes on slow fire (keep in mind not to over cook the shrimps)

n¼

cup parmesan cheese

Serve with cilantro for garnish.

n¼

small garlic, roughly chopped

Note: marinate the Shrimp an hour before with lemon sauce & cinnamon powder and keep in fridge.

nsalt,

garlic powder, coriander (all added to taste)

nOlive

oil

Directions: 1.Add 1 cup water, spinach, onion, cilantro, and garlic to bowl of blender. Puree until mixture is bright green and smooth, about 2 minutes; set aside. 2.Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat; add rice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is coated in oil, about 1 minute. Add reserved spinach mixture. Stir to distribute rice evenly. Bring liquid to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 25 minutes. 3.Remove pot from heat. Gently stir in cheese. Serve warm. July, 2014

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Geoffroy d'Anglejan Managing Director - La Maison du Chocolat

Leading the company on a trajectory of expansion La Maison du Chocolat has expanded in the Middle East with the opening of a new boutique in The Avenues, Kuwait. The exclusive French chocolatier will be showcasing its savoir-faire and craftsmanship through its legendary chocolates, each created by hand with inimitable know-how and limitless innovation. The Kuwaiti boutique is the Maisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second in the region, following the opening in Dubai last year. Geoffroy d'Anglejan, Managing Director of La Maison du Chocolat, came himself for the inauguration ceremony. Of those satisfied not just with optimizing the status quo but rather seeking constant development. Since joining La Maison du Chocolat in 1995, under his impetus and with the support of those around him, Geoffroy d'Anglejan forged an artisanal enterprise into an international luxury brand. CityPages had a chance to meet him in person. Here he tells us why La Maison du Chocolat is not just any chocolate brand. Read on to know more about it.

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Can you please tell us a little about the the signature taste of our Maison, where the New Jersey - Japan: Tokyo and Osaka - Hong focus is always on chocolate. history of the brand? Kong - GCC: Dubai and Kuwait) and has La Maison du Chocolat started from humble but noble beginnings in a basement shop in Paris in 1977. The founder Robert Linxe was the first person to dare open a shop purely devoted to the creation of chocolates. Many thought him mad at the time, when typically chocolate was only consumed at Easter and Xmas. The second store opened again in Paris ten years later and then in 1990 the company ventured overseas to New York where simultaneously it launched its now famous chocolate ĂŠclair. In 1998 the first store opened in Japan, in Omote Sando. Today La Maison du Chocolat has boutiques throughout the world.

What goes into crafting at La Maison du Chocolat? In our Maison, the products are made in an artisan tradition. We nurture a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;savoir-faireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of taste and technique for all our products and all our creations. This has been the key to the success of our Maison for the last 36years. Our chocolates exemplify the utmost quality in line with our values of craftsmanship and 104

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38 boutiques with the most selective and What differentiates La Maison du prestigious addresses worldwide, in the heart of major cities, department stores, and Chocolat from others? retail areas of airports. In France, Robert Linxe with La Maison du Chocolat is recognized as the innovator of timeless, luxury chocolate, offering How many of different varieties of exceptional products year round. Robert chocolate do you store in one location? Linxe inspired many French chocolatier On an average, 35 types of chocolate vocations. They in turn attribute to him the are presented in the display cases in the finesse of unique construction, the art of boutiques, configured as follows: 9 pralines, balance and excellence of taste. 6 plain ganaches, 11 flavoured ganaches and The signature Maison taste reveals its difference with the competition with a threepart approach to the art of degustation. For La Maison du Chocolat, the sensations succeed each other but must never mask the chocolate: 1 chocolate 2- fruit, spice, or infusion 3- chocolate.

How many worldwide?

stores

you

9 gourmandises. Each year about a dozen seasonal chocolates are offered destined for family holidays, seasonal coffrets, and prestigious pieces. Among the 35 different types of chocolate 1/3 are made of milk chocolate and 2/3 of dark chocolate.

According to you how important is the have location for your brand?

It is a very good question. In France we Today La Maison du Chocolat is located in say "three things are very important for seven countries (France: Paris, Cannes and business and trading i.e. location, location, Airports - UK: London - USA: New York and and location". And that is also the case with

chocolate and for brand like ours I would say we have two goals first we like a place that supports peoplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; traffic and second is environment so location should have these two elements and this location in The Avenues best supports these two important requirements.

cacao butter and by not adding too much sugar.

Are there any specific challenges that you face with your business?

As we are developing the brand step by step so the main challenge for now is to maintain the high standard in manufacturing chocolate, creating new recipes and opening Are you planning to offer any special new shops. We have to take care of all the details and maintain the quality. services for the Kuwaiti market? Yes, as we all know that weddings are big occasions in the Middle East. So we will add a new service especially designed for this part of the world where people will be able to bring their own trays and crystals to us and we will fill them with chocolates. And very soon we will have our own crystal ware and trays.

Your message for our readers:

First of all, I would like to thank you for this interview and I would say that I am very happy to be here in Kuwait. We have a lot of Kuwaiti customers in France and we are here because of their popular demand. We are happy that finally we have a shop in Kuwait as well to give Kuwaiti community a It is a common belief that chocolate memorable experience.

is not healthy. Did you face any difficulties because of this belief?

It is a very important question in our business. Chocolate in itself is healthy, it is the excessive sugar and other additives that makes it unhealthy. We take care of it by choosing best raw materials i.e. cacao beans, July, 2014

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PORTUGAL Despite being relatively restricted to an Atlantic sustenance, Portuguese cuisine has many Mediterranean influences, especially in the wide variety of spices used. These spices include piri piri (small, fiery chilli peppers) and black pepper, as well as cinnamon, vanilla and saffron. Olive oil is one of the bases of Portuguese cuisine both for cooking and flavouring meals. This month we are transporting you to Portugal for a sweet and savory taste adventure and we will be exploring with some of these spices, such as vanilla, black pepper and of course Olive Oil. Both of these dishes are so easy to make and takes about an hour to prepareâ&#x20AC;Ś. and will be devoured within 5 minutes of serving. Enjoy with loved ones!

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PORTUGUESE DATE ROLLS A.K.A. DIABLOS

PASTEIS DE NATA – PORTUGUESE CUSTARD TARTS

These salty sweet bites are so easy to make and is very moreish, perfect for an appetizer or just a snack with friends at a laid back dinner party.

A childhood favorite amongst many of my friends, and an easy and delicious sweet treat to enjoy after Iftar. I cheated a bit with the puff pastry as it is a time consuming task but don’t worry, it still tastes amazing.

INGREDIENTS: INGREDIENTS: 24 dates – pitted 12 slices of turkey bacon (breakfast slices) 1 tsp chili flakes (piri piri chilis are not readily available in Kuwait) 1 clove garlic chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil METHOD: 1. Slice turkey bacon in half, vertically 2. Wrap whole date in bacon and secure with a toothpick 3. Heat olive oil in a shallow pan 4. Add chili flakes and garlic to olive oil 5. Sauté the bacon wrapped dates until golden brown

1 cup milk 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 vanilla bean 1 cup white sugar 6 egg yolks 1 (17.5 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 190 degrees C. Lightly grease 12 muffin cups and line bottom and sides with puff pastry. 2. In a saucepan, combine milk, cornstarch, sugar and vanilla. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Place egg yolks in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk 1/2 cup of hot milk mixture into egg yolks. Gradually add egg yolk mixture back to remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly. Cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes, or until thickened. Remove vanilla bean. 3. Fill pastry-lined muffin cups with mixture and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is lightly browned on top.

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Explore a harmony of Ramadan delights with Dean & Deluca

Enjoy world-famous gourmet food in the café, at home or while visiting Dean & Deluca, the defining brand in gourmet food around the world, is celebrating the holy month of Ramadan this year with inviting food items across their café and take home departments, as well as their signature line of coveted products. Whether cooking at home, visiting loved ones or dining at the café, customers can savor the purveyor of fine food’s traditional delicacies and global gourmet delights. From iftar to suhoor, Dean & Deluca has all you need to enjoy the special flavors of this month. Customers can gather at the café with friends and family to savor a truly exceptional feast for iftar, or satisfy their cravings with a special selection for ghabga and suhoor. The rich selection of starters and mezze, including fresh salads and tempting hot and cold appetizers, and an assortment of sumptuous main courses including items such as stuffed vine leaves, Basha w’ Asakrow, and Dean & Deluca’s exceptional Lamb Freekah and Rice Mansaf, are certainly not to be missed. Enticing delicious desserts round off the truly unique festival of tastes, featuring essential Ramadan treats such as Qataief and Kunafeh Kursi Al’sultan.

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When you are visiting loved ones, Dean & Deluca has the perfect offering of traditional Arabian sweets, handmade in store from premium ingredients and widely beloved as both a gift and indulgent treat, such as Lgaimat, Maamoul and freshly made Baklawas. With over 500 new products available in store including the finest extra virgin olive oils from Italy, roasted coffee beans from Cuba, beautiful blue cheeses from France and hand carved wild smoked Salmon from Scotland, Dean & Deluca can provide exceptional gift baskets, either ready-made or individually customized with a personal selection of the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fine gourmet foods. Featuring a selection of delectable goodies and mouthwatering treats like handcrafted chocolates, a wide range of savories, the finest dried fruits, nuts and teas, the baskets can be accompanied with the best selection of exquisite dates in trays or boxes, making Dean & Deluca the perfect choice for every visit. Explore the harmony of Ramadan offerings available in Dean & Deluca at 2nd Avenue -The Avenues.

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A new take on modernity in K-town

“MODERN” is a term so routinely invoked in fashion-speak that it lost its meaning long ago. But without quite intending it, JNBY, which stands for Just Naturally Be Yourself, a contemporary fashion apparel brand, has revitalized that concept, lending “modern” a nearprophetic ring. The name JNBY (‘Just Naturally Be Yourself’) is rather Chinglishy, but the look is fashion-forward and innovative, and it has a significant presence overseas, with more than 700 retail stores throughout Asia, Europe and the US. With a contemporary aesthetic based on using all natural materials, Chinese label JNBY is one of the first all-sustainable fashion brands to open a flagship in Kuwait. Launched in 1994 in China’s textile capital Hangzhou by designer Li Lin, the brand has an edgy, postmodernist vibe and is inspired by music, art and architecture. Today, JNBY is an international specialty retailer that operates with a linear business module to incorporate all aspects from product development, production, logistics to retail and customer service. It is one of the most influential brands in China, and has successfully gained recognition in foreign markets with the support of its clients. Some of you have heard of clothing with personality, well then JNBY 110

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is the place to get them. JNBY combines innovative style and design, inspired by fashion trends, art and industrial design. Beyond the boundary of age and the concept of a wardrobe JNBY targets females aspiring creativity through all life aspects. According to Arwa AlGhanim, the Owner of JNBY Kuwait, “Our targets are the fashion oriented modern women.” If you’re in search of casual, chic, and comfortable styles in the clothing you wear, then JNBY is the place to be. In a value driven economy, JNBY designs are unique and multi-functional allowing the customer to wear their pieces in several different ways, creating added value while offering a high level of quality for a more reasonable price, allowing for a wider range of customers.“JNBY offers products that are both wearable and alluring ”Arwa goes on, “If you compare it to other brands, it’s much wallet-friendly and we have a vast selection of apparel and accessories for women, kids, and men”. Men collection will be launched in September so stay tuned!”. JNBY is located at Shuwaikh's Lily Center, Old Shuwaikh Area Pepsi Cola Street. Opening hours are from 10am to 1pm and from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Follow them on Instagram @JNBYKUWAIT for latest fashion and news.

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JUICY COUTURE FALL 2014 COLLECTION RETURN TO HOLLYWOOD

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FALL 2014 FALL 2014 the modern day Halston woman – she is chic, The Fall 14 Halston Heritage collection was inspired by dressing confident, and empowered by the clothes she wears. With a focus on effortless glamour and feminine dressing, Halston classics are reinterpreted in simple, minimal styles and elegant drapes. Statement making hardware touches, modern tailoring, new necklines, and subtle peeks of skin create something unexpected.!!

Building on our iconic DNA, the Fall 14 Halston Heritage collection was inspired by dressing the modern day Halston woman Ð she is chic, conÞdent, and empowered by the clothes she wears. With a focus on effortless glamour and feminine dressing, Halston classics are reinterpreted in simple, minimal styles and elegant drapes. Statement making hardware touches, modern tailoring, new necklines, and subtle peeks of skin create something unexpected.! ! Organic drapes in soft, ßuid fabrics and contrasts of matte with shine and sheer with opaque make for understated sensual styles. Asymmetrical, ßowing drapes are contrasted with sexy slits and leather accents, while peek-a-boo details reveal subtle slivers of skin in necklines, sleeves, and back. French binding on sleeves and hem add a luxurious Þnish to tops, dresses, and bottoms. Shimmering sequins and slight touches of fur add an element of opulence for the season. ! ! The palette is rich and sophisticated. Deep crimsons, teals, and navy are reminiscent of the 70ʼs Halston era, accented with touches of pink and bright blues. Luxe neutrals and cool greyʼs keep the palette feeling fresh and modern. A dash of metallic gold offers added dimension and a luxurious touch. Prints have a natural, organic feel that add texture and lightness to the palette. ! ! ! July, 2014 ! !

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‫شركة داغر و حناوي تطلق العالمة التجارية الفرنسية "كارول"‬

‫أطلقت شركة داغر وحناوي العالمة التجارية الفرنسية (كارول) للمالبس اجلاهزة في الكويت ليكون بذلك أول متجر مت إفتتاحه في دول اخلليج العربي‪ ،‬تتميز العالمة التجارية بتشكيلة أزياء كالسيكية مع ملسات‬ ‫عصرية وألوان متنوعة تناسب جميع األزواق‪ ،‬مت إنشاء وإفتتاح أول بوتيك للعالمة التجارية (كارول) عام ‪ 1963‬في باريس‪ ،‬ومن خالل مؤسسوا العالمة رافاييل ليفي وجوزيف بيجيو لتصبح مع الوقت عالمة جتارية‬ ‫عاملية حيث يتواجد األن ‪ 462‬متجر لكارول حول العالم‪ .‬وأفتتحت الشركة أول متاجرها لعالمة (كارول) في األفنيوز مول‪ ،‬املرحلة األولى الطابق األول‪ ،‬ليكون بدوره إضافة جديدة وفريدة من نوعها لعالم جمال املرأة‪،‬‬ ‫تضمن متجر (كارول) تشكيلة منوعة ومميزه من مالبس النساء لربيع وصيف أحدث صيحات املوضة الفرنسية ‪ ،2014‬حلظات ال تنسى من اجلمال تظهر عبر أزياء ساحرة تدهش كل من يراها‪ .‬وقد إستعانت الشركة‬ ‫بالستايلست ومصممة األزياء الكويتية سها العوضي صاحبة ماركة (‪ )the drezz‬واحلاصلة على شهادة موثقه لتجهيز العرائس في يوم اإلفتتاح للتركيز على أحدث صيحات املوضة‪ ،‬وقد مت جتهيز قسم خاص داخل‬ ‫املتجر حيث تقوم سها العوضي بعرض مختاراتها من (كارول) مبا يتناسب مع املوضة بدولة الكويت‪.‬‬ ‫‪citypageskuwait.com‬‬

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The Rado Esenza Ceramic Touch Fibonacci Diamonds Limited Edition At Baselworld 2013 Rado presented a world first in watchmaking with the Rado Esenza Ceramic Touch. Now the Esenza Ceramic Touch returns and it is more glamorous than ever before. The gleaming black high-tech ceramic case is a sleek and subtle background with its gently curved, sensuous oval shape. Smooth, strokable and scratch-resistant it is the perfect material to showcase the 534 individual diamonds that adorn the dial of this innovative model.

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WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRE-FALL 2014

OrquĂdeas Stunning jewels of extraordinary beauty

The New Allegra Bracelet Collection in de GRISOGONO boutique Enter the world of infinite spirals and colorful rainbows. Diamonds, sapphires, Emeralds, tsavorites create spontaneous swirls of light and luster, like the leaping flames of a bonfire, high-energy, high style. The Allegra Bracelet shares a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most treasured moments, a cool and relaxed day or an intimate candlelight dinner. These precious and unforgettable memories belong to her and her Allegra Bracelet. Named after the eldest daughter of Fawaz Gruosi, the new Allegra Bracelet Collection comes in pink and white gold, with a leather band offered in a variety of 10 colors.

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The latest generation of this extravagant 911 variant now combines the classic Targa concept with highly advanced roof-activating convenience. Just like the legendary original Targa, the new model has the characteristic wide bar instead of the B pillars, a moving roof part above the front seats and a wrap-around rear window without C pillars. Unlike in the older classic models, the roof panel is now opened and closed at the press of a button. The fully automatic roof system stows the roof behind the rear seats in a spectacular way. The latest version of the 911 features the typical Porsche PTM all-wheel drive system that by design transfers proportionately more power to the rear wheels. This system guarantees maxi mum driving performance on a variety of road surfaces and in all weather conditions. Two model versions with all-wheel drive exclusively Like its predecessor, the new generation Targa is launching onto the market in two variants with all-wheel drive exclusively. In the 911 Targa 4, the heart of a 3.4-litre flat-six engine beats with a power output of 257 kW (350 hp). Fitted with PDK and the Sport Chrono package, the new 911 Targa accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and, reaches a top speed of 282 km/h with a manual transmission. NEDC fuel consumption is between 9.5 and 8.7 l/100 km (223-204 g/km CO2), depending on the transmission fitted. The top model is the 911 Targa 4S which develops 294 kW (400 hp) from a 3.8-litre engine. Its top speed is 296 km/h, and it handles the benchmark sprint to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds when equipped with PDK and the Sport Chrono package. Fuel consumption ranges from 10.0 to 9.2 l/100 km (237-214 g/km CO2), depending on the transmission fitted. So, the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s en gine and vehicle performance data as well as fuel efficiency are equivalent to those of the 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. Both sports cars are certified to the Euro-6 standard.

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Beetle Mania builds as Behbehani Motors Company, Volkswagen reveals its special range

The Beetle S is the entry level model and features a multi-function leather wrapped steering wheel; FenderÂŽ Audio System and eight speakers (including dual tuner); an automatic air condition "Climatronic" with dual zone climate control, which can be separately controlled and parking distance control that provides acoustic warning signals at the front and rear of the vehicle.

has a number of distinguishing features including 18-inch alloy "Twister" wheels; a multi-function leather-wrapped steering wheel with gear shift; a transparent tilt/slide sunroof, which is 80 per cent larger (glass surface area) than its predecessor and insulates 99 per cent of UV radiation and 92 per cent of heat energy; bi-xenon headlights including 15 LEDs frame the xenon module on the outer perimeters of the headlights.

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At the Opening of Girandola Store at the Gate Mall

At the Opening of Melange Bakery at Sanabil Tower

At the Ramadaniath Tilal Expo at Nora Boutique

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At the Opening of Toll Beads Store at the Gate Mall

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At the Ramadan Ghabqa for Media at the J. W. Marriott Hotel

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At the Ramadan Collection Preview of The Blue Door Boutique

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FROM THE PRESS

Shaikha Dana Nasser Al-Sabah Honors AUK Staff and Faculty in Commemoration of the University’s 10th Anniversary KidZania Kuwait Starts 1st Birthday Celebrations With International Award Recognition

Celebrations for the first birthday of KidZania Kuwait started early this month when the exciting kid-sized metropolis received international recognition at the Global Retail & Leisure International (RLI) Awards, held in London on 5th June. The prestigious awards recognise global excellence within the retail and leisure industry. For an amazing sixth year in a row KidZania, which was established in Mexico in 1999, and which opened in Kuwait on 17 June 2013, was announced as the overall ‘Global Leisure Operator’ winner. The award celebrated the innovative nature of KidZania’s offer to its young customers, as well as recognising the strength of its global performance and international brand recognition. KidZania Kuwait, located at The Mall - The Avenues, allows children between the ages of 4 and 14 to role-play over 80 different realworld jobs in a safe, child-sized city complete with scaled down buildings, streets and vehicles. In its first year the park has been pleased to welcome thousands of young visitors to enjoy its unique ‘edutainment’ offer. In recognition of the ‘extraordinary experience it has delivered to kids across Kuwait’, the RLI judges presented KidZania Kuwait with a ‘Highly Commended’ ranking in the ‘Most Innovative Retail and Leisure Concept’ award category. Commenting on KidZania Kuwait’s dual award wins, Fernando Medroa, Vice President of Leisure & Entertainment at M.H. Alshaya Co., said: “We have worked very hard, in collaboration with our industry parties, to create an unequalled leisure experience at KidZania Kuwait. It is great to have received global recognition for our efforts and receiving these awards, just as we celebrate our first anniversary, is perfect timing. The whole KidZania team look forward to celebrating this success with our visitors. ” KidZania Kuwait marks its first anniversary in Kuwait with a 10 day celebration running from June 12 to June 21. This will feature an exciting range of events that will be announced shortly.

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Ford Builds on Advanced Materials Use in All-New F-150 with Lightweight Concept Car

In a remarkable banquet held at Shaikha Salwa Al-Sabah Ballroom, the American University of Kuwait celebrated its decade of accomplishments with its Board of Trustees, management, faculty and staff. The highlight of this year’s event was a keynote speech given by Shaikha Dana Nasser Sabah Al Ahmed Al Sabah, Founder and Chair of the AUK Broad of Trustees, in which she acknowledged the AUK faculty and staff for their “commitment, service and effort” throughout the past 10 years. During her commemorative speech, Al Sabah analogized the AUK start-up phase to giving birth to a new human being. “AUK was born out of sheer will and determination. Similar to the experience of every mother, I and others felt a huge responsibility toward its growth and success,” said Al Sabah, who described the 10year journey of AUK as “everything but easy”. As a founder of AUK, Al Sabah looked back at the 10-year life of AUK as a collaborative endeavor that “many hands and minds” helped to create. “For all of us AUK was a first. We labored, guided, made good and sometimes not so good decisions, we tried to correct, we were successful in part, and were challenged by the expected, as well as the unexpected. But despite all of the ups and downs, we moved forward, and we made every attempt at holding the course and the direction,” she said Al Sabah concluded her speech by a notable statement that encapsulated the mission of AUK, saying that “Through our students and alumni, we have given this nation an opportunity to Learn, Think and Become.” Held at the end of each academic year, the AUK Annual Dinner brings together the University management, faculty and staff members in celebration of their dedicated services. During the event, “10 Years of Service” and “5 Years of Service” awards are presented to employees who completed the relevant service years at AUK. This year, two additional award categories were added to include; the “AUK Start-up Team” award- granted to the 19 faculty and staff members who joined AUK before it started its operations in 2003; and the “AUK Board of Trustees” award granted to the found members of the AUK Board of Trustees. In addition to the awards ceremony, the evening also featured a special documentary exclusively produced for the event, and chronicling AUK’s achievements through the eyes of its alumni. The ambiance of the evening was enriched by a live piano performance presented by AUK student Faisal Al-Buhairi.

Ford Motor Company recently unveiled its Lightweight Concept vehicle, which uses advanced materials to explore future weightreduction solutions that could improve performance and fuel efficiency while reducing carbon dioxide emissions. The vehicle represents the latest phase of Ford’s research into developing sustainable technology solutions that are affordable for consumers and can be produced in large volumes across the product lineup. This research has also led to dramatic weight reductions of up to 700 pounds in the all-new F-150. The 2015 F-150 sheds weight through the use of high-strength steel and aluminum, enabling it to tow more, haul more, accelerate quicker and stop shorter – all with improved gas mileage. “Consumers today want better fuel efficiency, but they also want more technology and features in the car, which usually adds weight to the vehicle,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. “A focus on light-weighting will be fundamental to our industry for years to come, and we are investigating many advanced materials applications as possible solutions for weight reduction in our vehicles.” Light-weighting is a key component in Ford’s Blueprint for Sustainability, which integrates sustainability into the business plan for the long-term preservation and enhancement of environmental, social and financial capital. The introduction and incorporation of lightweight materials into vehicle construction helps meet the goal of reducing weight to achieve better fuel economy for consumers while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Ford research into improved efficiency through weight reduction with advanced materials including new metals, alloys and composites began more than 25 years ago. This research produced the breakthrough Aluminum Intensive Vehicle program in 1992 and all-aluminum highperformance Ford GT in 2005. Along with other fuel-efficiency technologies, light-weighting is fundamental to Ford’s efforts to stabilize carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere at 450 parts per million – the level many scientists, businesses and governmental agencies believe may avoid the most serious effects of climate change.

Diabetes and Tuberculosis: Preventing

and Managing a Double Burden - An International Technical Meeting at Dasman Diabetes Institute

This week the Dasman Diabetes Institute, which was established by Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), and the International Centre for Migration Health and Development (ICMHD) concluded a twoday meeting on the subject of diabetes and tuberculosis. The meeting, which was opened by Dr Hilal Al-Sayer, former minister of health, was held at the Dasman Diabetes Institute on 22-23 June, 2014. It brought together over 60 participants from health professions including experts from China, Qatar, the UK and USA as well as Kuwait. The meeting was called because of the growing global problem of diabetes and TB and the need for urgent action to prevent the situation from becoming worse. Over 350 million people in the world are now living with diabetes and the number of people being disabled and dying from diabetes-associated causes is growing. Kuwait is one of the 10 most affected countries in the world. Globally tuberculosis is also on the increase again and in Geneva the World Health Organization has declared the situation a global emergency and appealed to governments to take action. The experts discussed the relationship between diabetes and tuberculosis and concluded that the evidence from many countries confirms that people living with diabetes are three to four times more likely to develop tuberculosis than other people. The implications of this double burden are enormous for the patients concerned, their families and the health care systems in the countries they live in. The number of work days lost and the impact on family life is far-reaching, and the cost of treatment is escalating. If action is not taken quickly the combination of these two diseases could easily threaten the development of countries, including Kuwait. In view of the seriousness of the emerging situation the experts recommended that diabetes and tuberculosis specialists in Kuwait should immediately begin to work more closely together to share information and develop new and common strategies to fight these diseases. They recommended that Dasman Diabetes Institute and the Ministry of Health should help develop guidelines and standard operating procedures that can be followed by all medical staff dealing with diabetes and tuberculosis. They specifically asked Dasman Diabetes Institute to develop research initiatives that encompass the basic science, clinical management, and public health aspects of the problem, and specifically asked Dasman Diabetes Institute to immediately assess how big of a problem Kuwait is faced with and how best to intervene to prevent it from becoming worse in the surrounding regions as well as in Kuwait. In this regard they commended the growing international prominence of Dasman Diabetes Institute and the fact that it has recently been designated as the GCC Referral Centre for diabetes.

TWO NEWCOMERS JOIN THE INGENIEUR WATCH LINE FROM IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN

IWC Schaffhausen unveils two magnificent new additions to the Ingenieurwatch family. In its role as Official Engineering Partner of the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team, the Swiss watch manufacturer has been inspired to create new works of haute horlogerie.Limited to an edition of just 1,000, the Ingenieur Automatic Carbon Performance Ceramic, for example,features materials typically found in motor racing.The Ingenieur Dual Time has a second display that enables the wearer to retain his orientation despite the constant changes of time zone during the racing season. The new models take to the grid in two different designs: the Ingenieur Automatic Carbon Performance Ceramic (Ref. IW322404) is a thoroughbred sports watch with a case inspired by the materials used in FORMULA ONE motor racing, while the Ingenieur Dual Time (Ref. IW324402/ IW324404), a powerful-looking timepiece in a stainlesssteel case, has a rather more classic appearance. Quintessentially purist, functional and technically sophisticated, the two new watches embody the best of the IWC Ingenieurline’s 60-year history.

American University School of Kuwait celebrates the end of its first year

The American University School of Kuwait (AUS), the country’s most technologicallyadvanced 21st century creative learning private school, celebrated the end of the school year with promotion ceremonies for the 104 students enrolled in Pre-Kindergarten to grade 5 last week. These promotion ceremonies marked the first year of the school’s establishment, where it recognized the achievements of some of Kuwait’s future leaders as they advanced to their next grade level. AUS invited parents to share the accomplishments of their child in a ceremony that highlighted each student’s milestone efforts this school year. AUS Founding Director, Jennifer J. Beckwith, Ph.D., said, “We are very proud of the achievements of our young students in this first year of our school. AUS was established to offer parents a better educational choice for their children in a 21st century environment that is reinforced with cutting edge educational tools and technologies, and world-class educators who are committed to the progress and success of every child in their classrooms. On behalf of everyone at AUS we thank our parents for putting their trust in us during our inaugural year.” In addition to new and inventive software, AUS uses technological innovations, student tablets, interactive smart boards, child-scaled open classroom areas, to help students excel in an environment that is similar to the digital world they are familiar with today.

‫فندق هوليداي إن الكويت داون تاون‬ ‫– أجمل األجواء والليالي الرمضانية‬ .‫بإنتظاركم‬

.‫مبارك عليكم الشهر وعساكم من عوادة‬ ‫يهنىء فندق هوليداي إن الكويت داون تاون جميع‬ ‫ضيوفه الكرام بحلول شهر رمضان الكرمي أعاده‬ .‫اهلل علينا وعلى الكويت باخلير واليمن والبركات‬ ‫وبهذه املناسبة يعلن الفندق عن بدأ إستقبال‬ ‫الضيوف الكرام خالل الشهر الفضيل بخيمة‬ ‫ليالي الشرق الرمضانية بالفندق والتي ستقدم‬ ‫يوميا ً بوفيه إفطار عاملي وشرقي يشمل‬ ‫أطيب املأكوالت واألطباق واحللويات واملشروبات‬ ‫الرمضانية باإلضافة إلى توافر خدمة األرجيلة‬ ‫بأجواء وديكورات اخليمة الرمضانية مع شاشات‬ .‫عرض كبيرة‬ ‫أيضا سيكون هناك يوميا قائمة إفطار خاصة‬ ‫مبطعم وقهوة فلة الكويتية والتي سنقدم من‬ .‫خاللها أجمل املأكوالت الكويتية الرائعة‬

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Chocolate lovers rejoice – NIVEA launches Cocoa Butter Lotion & Cream for intensively nourished skin all day long

‫روائع املطبخ االيطالي اآلن في قلب‬ "‫"االفنيوز‬ "‫اجملموعة الثنائية العاملية تفتتح "بيتزا ميالنو‬ ‫بفرعه الثاني عامليا في الكويت‬

Every woman wants silky, glowing skin that looks healthy, and smooth to the touch. Introducing new NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Lotion and Cream which not only makes your skin feel well moisturized, but provides richest care and cocoa indulgence. The irresistibly scented range instantly smoothes away dry skin for intensive and long-lasting moisture which keeps skin soft and radiant. According to NIVEA skincare experts, to lock in moisture, you need ingredients that boost the skin’s natural moisture and improve its moistureretaining capacity. The non-sticky innovative formula combines NIVEA’s exclusive Hydra IQ technology with nature identical mositurining ingredients of Cocoa Butter and Vitamin E. All of which gives you irresistibly soft skin, long-lasting skin and a natural healthy glow. Cocoa Butter, a favored body care ingredient of women in the region, is indulgent and intensively nourishes your skin with deep, long-lasting moisture to smooth away dullness. A derivative of the cacao bean, cocoa is commenly used in making chocolate but is also the pefect natural ingredient to use in body lotions, due to its glourious sweet scent, moisturizing properties and skin-smoothing benefits. It remains one of the most popular natural skin moisturising ingredients because it easily melts into the skin and effectively soothes and restores the skin’s natural protective barrier. Due to the high concentration of natural fats within the cocoa bean this ingredient melts easily at body temperature and is rapidly absorbed to retain invisible moisture. When Cocoa Butter lotion is massaged into the skin, it also provides an aroma therapy experience, as the delicious feminine scent envelopes the senses with notes of ylang-ylang, jasmine, warm sensual vanilla and cocoa which further promotes the feelings of relaxation and well-being. Vitamin E, a natural skin-conditioning vitamin with both antioxidant and anti-ageing benefits also enhances the moisture retaining function of the product which can easily be worked into the skin. The NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Lotion is ideal for many of the skin care needs as it is the perfect solution to deeply nourish dry skin. The NIVEA Natural Cocoa Butter Body Lotion is available in all leading supermarkets

‫في مركز التسوق االكبر واالشهر في الكويت‬ ‫(االفينيوز) افتتحت اجملموعة الثنائية العاملية الفرع‬ ‫الثاني ملطعم بيتزا ميالنو احد سلسلة مطاعم‬ ‫مجموعة بيتشي االيطالية العاملية مبفهومه‬ ‫االيطالي وبتصميم ديكوره املستوحي من مطاعم‬ ‫مدينة ميالنو األنيقة حيث تضم قائمته أشعى‬ ‫االطباق االيطالية التقليدية والعاملية الفريدة في‬ ‫أجواء مريحة وبإطاللة رائعة على منطقة اجلراند‬ .‫أفينيو‬ ،‫وفي افتتاح رسمي ملطعم "بيتزا ميالنو" اجلديد‬ ‫حفل ضم ومدراء شركة اجملموعة الثنائية العاملية‬ ‫وكيل مجموعة بيتشي العاملية في الكويت على‬ ‫ أحمد مساعد‬/‫رأسهم مدير عام الشركة السيد‬ ،‫العميري وعدد كبير من رجال الصحافة واالعالم‬ ‫وجمع احلفل بني تقدمي اشهى االطباق االيطالية‬ ‫املعدة من افضل املكونات الطازجة ومهارة اعداد‬ ‫الطعام على ايدي طباخني ايطاليني متمرسني‬ ‫واالستمتاع باملوسيقى االيطالية على أوتار اجليتار‬ ‫لنمنح احلضور الفرصة لالستمتاع بالطعم‬ .‫واالجواء الساحرة‬ ‫وتضم قائمة طعام "بيتزا ميالنو" تشكيلة‬ ‫متنوعة من املقبالت والسلطات واحلساء ذي‬ ‫ باإلضافة الى اطباق الباستا‬،‫النكهات املتنوعة‬ ،‫الشهية والبيتزا التي متثل جوهر تخصص املطعم‬ ‫فضالً عن أطباق الريزوتو واالطباق الرئيسية من‬ .‫اللحوم والدجاج واألجبان اإليطالية الطازجة‬ ‫ تصل اجلودة في‬،‫وعند االنتقال الى قائمة احللويات‬ ‫ حيث يوفر مطعم‬،‫الوصفات االيطالية الى اوجها‬ ‫"بيتزا ميالنو" املتخصص في كافة الوجبات‬ ‫ تشكيلة متنوعة من احللويات‬،‫االيطالية الشهية‬ ‫التي تختتم امسية الطعام الشهي بنكهات ال‬ .‫تقارن تترك مذاق ال ينسى‬ ‫ويعد هذا هو الفرع الثاني لـ "بيتزا ميالنو" في‬ ‫ حيث يتواجد املطعم في برج احلمرا‬،‫الكويت‬ ‫ العميري عن االعمال‬/‫ فيما كشف السيد‬،‫للتسوق‬ ‫ سيتم االعالن عنه‬،‫اجلارية الفتتاح مطعم ثالث‬ ‫ ملزيد من التوسع وليكون قريب‬،‫خالل الفترة املقبلة‬ ‫من عشاق الطعم االيطالي الشهي في كافة‬ .‫مناطق الكويت‬ ‫ أعرب عن سعادته باالقبال الكبير‬،‫ومن جهته‬ "‫الذي شهده حفل افتتاح مطعم "بيتزا ميالنو‬ ً ‫ مشيرا‬،‫بنسخته الثانية في مبجمع االفنيوز‬ ،‫الى املكانة الكبيرة التي توصل اليها املطعم‬ ‫املتخصص في جميع االكالت االيطالية من نبع‬ .‫ بفضل زبائنه وعمالئه‬،‫مدينة ميالنو‬ "‫ووعد املير العام بأن يظل يقدم "بيتزا ميالنو‬ ‫العديد والعديد من املفاجئات واالطباق املتميزة‬ ‫ مبينا ً انه‬،‫واالكالت الشهية التي يعشقها زبائنه‬ ‫ اال ان‬،‫رغم تعدد املطاعم االيطالية في الكويت‬ ‫االفضلية تظل للمتميز والقادر على تقدمي اجلودة‬ ‫في اسمى اشكالها الى ايدي محبي الطعم‬ .‫االصيل‬

Paul at Tavern ll launches Ramadan Menu - “The Iftar at Paul is like no others!!!”

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The Maison De Qualité PAUL in its new branch at Tavern ll, greets the Kuwaiti community during the occasion of the Holy month of Ramadan and offers a unique mouthwatering menu inspired from the tradition of this month. The authentic French cuisine, worldly renowned for its state of the art diversified menu offers a delicious Iftar with a rich choice of tasteful Ramadan specialties. The restaurant visitors will enjoy breaking their fasting with the Ramadan drink the Jallab then indulge themselves with either the red capsicum soup or the traditional lentil soup. At PAUL, the Ramadan menu will feature Kuwait favorite meals inspired by his “In Search of Perfection”, including the salads of choice which varies from the Salade de Patates, a combination of tasty ingredients of baby potato, cherry tomato, artichoke hearts, fresh mushroom, asparagus, goat cheese, green salad, topped up with vinaigrette dressing and the Salade de quinoa et crevettes with quinoa, boiled shrimp, cherry tomato, grilled marrow, broccoli, and green beans served with balsamic pesto dressing. Upon first glance at the menu, visitors alike will also recognize the diversity of the main course matching different tastes including the famous French specialty Boeuf Bourguignon and the Loup de mer grillé, a grilled sea bass filet and a rich assortment of vegetables served with rice and the Poitrine de poulet grillé served with pasta, spinach and feta cheese. After a long day of fasting, PAUL treats its customers with a Tarte campagnarde aux dattes and a Tarte campagnarde aux noix et raisins secs with the true taste of the French pastries! At PAUL, we offer a delicious Iftar menu in a unique atmosphere; said Christian Salloum, PAUL Senior brand manager. “ While designing the new Iftar menu, we were keen to cater to the different culinary preferences reflecting a balanced healthy meal, and we are hoping we’ve created French twisted dishes that will appeal to everyone during the Holy month of Ramadan.

Combining a rich jewelry heritage, a spirit for innovation and the high precision of Swiss watch making, Swarovski offers impeccable timepieces infused with an inimitable touch of glamour. Be it for everyday wear or for special occasions, the watch collection comprises pieces that reflect Swarovski’s esthetic codes, expert crystal faceting, and a true passion for the detail. Swarovski unveils at Baselword three new lines for 2014 as well as re-colorings of many popular designs.

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Lebanese Embassy honors its employees

The Lebanese ambassador in Kuwait his Excellency Dr. Khodr Helweh & Embassy members hosted a Farewell lunch to the following staff: Mrs. Renee Barakat - 39 years of service and Mr. Mounir Haidar- 34 years of service and Mrs. Rania Khatib Soweid -20 years of service. On this occasion his excellency thanked the staff & presented trophies in recognition of their efforts, commitment as well as their years of services in the Lebanese Embassy- Kuwait.

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Diet Care launches its scrumptious Ramadan Kitchenhaus, A Brand New Collection menu In A Brand New Showroom Celebrate Ramadan With Al Mulla & Behbehani Motor Company’s Most Generous Offers Ever

Al Mulla & Behbehani Motor Co. (MBMC), the sole distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram and Mopar® in Kuwait, has announced a special programme of Ramadan offers that includes exceptional financing offers and discounts of up to KD 4,000. “Every year, we celebrate the Holy month of Ramadan by offering customers really special added value deals,” said Maher Abu-Shaaban, Assistant General Manager - Sales and Marketing at MBMC. “We’re confident that our deals this year represent our most generous Ramadan offers ever, and with Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models that meet every driving requirement, there’s a great deal for everyone.” decades of off-road dominance, Jeep is synonymous with freedom, adventure, authenticity and passion and renowned globally for the unique “go anywhere, do anything” capability of its vehicles,” said Abu-Shaaban. The latest generation of the legendary Wrangler, with new features added to the interior, adds improved comfort to its long list of benefits - the result is an untouched level of capability off-road, combined with on-road dynamics, fuel efficiency and interior comfort that make it the perfect vehicle for fun daily driving, weekend trail-running or extreme off-roading. Available in 2 and 4 door models and boasting an untouchable combination of efficient design, open-air freedom, significant towing capability, improved real-world drivability, and unique 4x4 systems that deliver unmatched off-road prowess, Jeep Wrangler maintains its position as the benchmark off-road vehicle and offers consumers the ultimate vehicle for any driving adventure, and is available at MBMC this Ramadan from just KD 7,699.

Diet Care, Kuwait’s leading provider of health and nutritional programs and services today launched its special Ramadan menu 2014 making sure that every customer will have a healthier lifestyle during the holy month with the new mouth-watering menu. The menu features more than 200 varieties of meals and includes a number of Ramadan dishes for families to choose from Customers can select from 4 customized programs named “Healthy Choices”. These include various options from Fotor, Sohour and Ghabka and fall under the names of “Healthy Choice Lifestyle”, “Healthy Choice Fotur”, Healthy Choice Sohur” and “Healthy Choice Fotur+Sohur”. Meal options have combinations of dates, soups, salads, dairy products and desserts; and are from different cuisines including Kuwaiti specialties and Arabic food from Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Egypt. The menu will also provide International food lovers with a wide range of choices from Italy, Mexico, America and India. During the month of Ramadan Diet Care will also be the first to introduce a low fat, low calories ice cream. The new ice cream offering will be available in three different flavors with only 99 calories a serving. Commenting on the Ramadan menu, Sarah Dimashkieh, Director of Clinical Operations, Diet Care said: “Diet Care said: “We are extremely happy to present our special Ramadan menu. During the holy month we want to empower customers with the tools and guidance they need to better manage their health and live a more balanced life.” “With our healthy menu options, our customers can reduce the risk of obesity and many chronic diseases among children, adolescents and adults in our society. At Diet Care we are proud to offer a resource that will help people make smart choices every day" concluded Sarah Families can gather together for Fotor, Sohor and Ghabka and enjoy the Ramadan meals which are healthy and also filled with taste. The menu reflects a fresh attitude towards healthy eating and promotes good health and wellbeing through incorporating a healthy and nutritious diet during the holy month. Diet Care was among the first companies in Kuwait committed to helping people manage their weight. The new Ramadan menus are available throughout the three Diet care branches and 16 boutiques across Kuwait.

Kitchenhaus, a divison of Alshaya Trading Company and provider of German-made kitchens, has recently launched its new 2014 collection in the Kuwait market. Complementing the new collection is Kitchenhaus showroom’s completely new and revamped look which hosts a remarkable display of 21 brand new kitchens featuring several highlights including improved designs and new technological solutions which offer a range of whole new possibilities. Commenting on the 2014 collection launch, Jens Svendsen, COO of Alshaya Trading Co said, “Following the launch of Profi+ drawer system in 2013, the 2014 collection takes new market trends into consideration and carries elements of design, improved functionality all combined with unparalleled diversity and outstanding value for money which further repositions quality and perfection of the products. With Kitchenhaus’ consistent upgrades, the new collection has once again raised the standards to an even higher level of quality with affordable prices.” The new product developments fall into three areas namely; SENSYS, LASER and LINE N which highlight sophisticated design orientation, innovation, new colors and fronts. The showroom offers a remarkable variety from a range of ultra-high gloss to vintage styled wood, from natural to dark solid colors to bright tones, lasered edges, matt LASER fronts, and from modern designs to an urban cottage look. Moreover, the expanded assortments of accessories add on to the concept of modern home living and lifestyle to provide you and your families with unforgettable experience as you gather them in the heart of your home. Kitchenhaus can be visited in Al Shaya Plaza beside KDD on Street 17 in Shuwaikh.

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Flex Fitness Executive organizes a fitness competition To contribute to the general health and wellness of the Kuwaiti society

Center for Continuing Education (CCE) launches “Leadership Development Program” with Burgan Bank

Enter a World Of Joyful Giving The Body Shop Reveals Great Gifts For The Special Times

Indulge your loved ones with luxuriously lavish gifts at these special times. Step into The Body Shop to enter a wonderful world of joyful giving. Discover a world of sumptuous gift sets, many of which have been specially created for this festive time of year. Elegantly packaged, they’re brimming with exquisite fragrances, gorgeous body care goodies and must-have makeup. Each decadent-looking gift set will be cherished by friends and family. Be inspired by the world. Capturing the beauty of the planet, many of The Body Shop fine fragrances will transport your senses to a distant place. From the mesmerising allure of India to the tranquillity of an English garden, you can give a whole world of delight. Bring joy to the world. Giving a gift from The Body Shop helps to spread joy near and far. All the special-edition gift sets feature highquality Community Fair Trade ingredients that have been ethically sourced from marginalised communities across the world. So by pampering the precious people in your life, you’re also helping to enrich the lives of others. Also, The Body Shop fragrances contain Community Fair Trade organic essence of sugarcane from Ecuador. This is sourced from CADO, a co-operative of over 200 smallholder family farmers. The Body Shop trade helps to give members a steady income, making it easier for them to pay for essentials like food, health and education.

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A month of rewarding customers! This Ramadan, Baroue rewards its customers through its daily offers and cash-back campaign

Flex Real Estate & Resorts provides an enhancing fitness experience, by priding itself in an advanced network. Their ambition is to deliver a healthy life strategy across their progressive fitness and scientifically observed diet programs, to create an environment in which an individual can reach his best physical and mental levels. From that belief Flex organized a one day event of Athletes’ Fitness Competition. On the 25th of June 2014, from 4:00pm to 9:00pm, Flex Fitness Executive will be hosting a fitness competition dedicated to promote fitness and strength. The invitation is open to all fitness enthusiasts to participate in the challenges and win cash prices, cheer on their friends and other contestants, find out latest fitness trends and developments, and have fun. The activities consist of circuit challenges, squat and press, elevated pushups, walking lunges, bicep curls and sit ups. Flex Gourmet will be presenting healthy snacks and a dietician will be present for quick checkups and will be able to answer any of your nutritional concerns. There will be a live DJ. This event introduces the new Ramadan promotions that Flex has to offer, encourages youngsters to be active and healthy through fun sports and fitness challenges in a safe environment before the start of the month of Ramadan and through it and to spread awareness about the correct bodybuilding ways under supervision of Flex instructors and trainers. This event is one of the many other events that Flex Fitness Executive organizes to promote the importance of fitness practices. Flex will continue to contribute to the general health and wellness of the Kuwaiti society.

The Center for Continuing Education (CCE) at AUK and Burgan Bank launched an intensive “Leadership Development Program” for all emerging leaders within the bank at AUK. The “Leadership Development Program” launch included talks by AUK President, Professor Dr. Nizar Hamzeh, Mr. Eduardo Eguren, Group Chief Executive Officer at Burgan Bank; and Burgan Bank management. The “Leadership Development Program” is an innovative 3-month intensive program which takes an integrated, highly interactive approach to provide participants with distinct but interrelated skill sets. The program has been designed specifically for Burgan Bank and will cater for all their high potential middle-level managers and supervisors. The holistic nature of the CCE leadership development program goes in line with Burgan Bank’s successive planning strategy that emphasizes permanent learning and employee empowerment. Ms. Halah El Sherbini – Group Chief Human Resources and Development Officer said: “Human Capital is our most valued asset; we truly believe that it is our responsibility to build a culture that accelerates the build-up of tomorrow’s leaders. We at Burgan Bank do not spare any efforts in investing on our people through targeted and planned training and development programs. ” Throughout the program, supervisors learned the practical and analytical skills to manage a team of employees, exploring various leadership themes while simultaneously learning to define a clear and compelling team purpose to create and maintain proven success systems. “Through our partnership with Burgan Bank, we both got the opportunity to develop and coach the next line of leaders and enable them to perform and deliver at global professional standards”. “I believe that there is a leader in each one of us and through effective training, CCE will provide participants with distinct leadership attributes that will positively enhance their performance at Burgan Bank and ultimately, the professional society of Kuwait,” said Buthaina Alkhubaizi, CCE Director.

Baroue – Let’s Play! has launched two campaigns that reward customers for their loyalty. Baroue has a number of daily items reduced up to 50%. One day it’s one thing and the next day, it’s something completely different. And Baroue’s Ramadan Daily Offers aren’t just limited to the Toys and Fashion departments only; daily offers are applicable to the Entertainment department (including the Sea Serpent and party bookings) as well as the Arcades and Candy Station. For the latest Daily Ramadan Offers, make sure to take your calendar from any of our stores. Over and above our Daily Ramadan Offers, we are also running a storewide cash-back campaign. For every KD25 spent at any of our stores, our customers will received a KD5 voucher that can be redeem anytime up to the 9th of August, 2014. Rewarding our customers, with incredible daily offers and cash back, over Ramadan is one of our ways for thanking them for their loyalty. For more customer-centric offers and deals, follow Baroue on Instagram @Baroue_Kuwait or on Facebook on Baroue.Kuwait.

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1. What is the next prime number after 7? 2. The perimeter of a circle is also known as what? 3. 65 – 43 = ? 4. True or false? A convex shape curves outwards. 5. What does the square root of 144 equal? 6. True or false? Pi can be correctly written as a fraction. 7. What comes after a million, billion and trillion? 8. 52 divided by 4 equals what? 9. What is the bigger number, a googol or a billion? 10. True or false? Opposite angles of a parallelogram are equal.

6.False, 7.A quadrillion , 8.13, 9.A googol, 10.True

ANSWERS: 1.11, 2.The circumference, 3.22 , 4.True , 5.12,

FUN RIDDLES

1. What gets wetter as it dries? 2. Why did the boy bury his flashlight? 3. Which letter of the alphabet has the most water? 4. What starts with a ‘P’, ends with an ‘E’ and has thousands of letters? 5. What has to be broken before you can use it? 6. Why can’t a man living in New York be buried in Chicago? 7. What begins with T, ends with T and has T in it? 8. How many letters are there in the English alphabet?

ANSWERS: 1. A towel, 2. Because the batteries died, 3. The C, 4. The Post Office, 5. An egg, 6. Because he’s still living, 7. A teapot, 8. There are 18: 3 in ‘the’, 7 in ‘English’ and 8 in ‘alphabet’ 142

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JUMBLED WORDS 1. TBA 2. LMIAAN 3. EMTI 4. RTWAE 5. AFSO 6. UPC 7. RODO 8. SGSLA 9. PMAC 10. TPO 11. LATEP 12. XBO

= = = = = = = = = = = =

ANSWERS: 1.BAT, 2.ANIMAL, 3.TIME, 4.WATER, 5.SOFA, 6.CUP, 7.DOOR, 8.GLASS, 9.CAMP, 10.POT, 11.PETAL, 12. BOX

MATHS QUIZ

FUN FACTS ABOUT FOOTBALL • Football originated generally in its present form in Britain. • The largest attendance for a Football match ever was 199,854 people - Brazil v. Uruguay in the World Cup at the Maracana Municipal Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, July 1950. • In the largest Football tournament ever, no less than 5,098 teams competed in 1999 for the second Bangkok League Seven-a-Side Competition. Over 35,000 players involved! • Based on video evidence, one of the fastest ever scored was in 2.8 seconds by Ricardo Olivera (Uruguay) in December 1998. • The international governing body of Football is the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), based in Zurich, Switzerland. • Diego Maradona was only 16 when he made his debut for Argentina. • Football goalies didn't have to wear different colored shirts from their teammates until 1913. • Football players run an average of six miles during every game. • Football is the most popular sport in the world. Over one billion fans watch World Cup Football on television. • Every year except for two (1930 and 1950) European Teams have reached every World Cup final. • The Football World Cup is played every four years. • The fewest number of fans to watch a World Cup Football game was the 300 in Uruguay in 1930. • The most World Cups have been won by Brazil--5 with the last in 2002.

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JULY HOROSCOPES On July 1 Mercury moves into direct motion in his own sign and can trigger a wild move as he changes direction. Weary of the straight and narrow, any projects or ideas that have been on hold are given the go ahead with Gemini glee and abandon. Similar to a genie in a bottle, the Full Moon of July 12 could be a dream realized and you grab for its anything-can-happen energy. July 26 could see your status soaring upward when the New Moon in Leo aligns you with those who can help further your highest ambitions. You'll find all the right words to give your project the dramatic set-up it needs.

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)

The Fourth of July weekend doesn't have to set off any fireworks in your family or love life. Be active, enjoy some sports, and have some laughs with strangers. Whatever you do, don't take anything too seriously or too personally, because it isn't. The Full Moon on July 12 shines on your career efforts and plans. Don't be shy or hesitant about doing your best. Home life may be happier and it could be hard to get yourself to go out. The New Moon on July 26 looks to be a wild and crazy Saturday. Enjoy, but try to keep things under control.

TAURUS

VIRGO (March 21 - April 19)

Mental fog and confusion dissipate as the month begins, and it gets easier to think straight about even the most convoluted of things. You don't have to tackle anything big unless you'd like that. Take your happiness and high spirits to the streets with the Full Moon on July 12. Radiate creativity and don't let any dissenting voices slow you down. The New Moon on July 26 can bring you great good luck in ways that haven't quite surfaced yet. Be patient and optimistic. The New Moon in Leo does things in a big way, but it might not be instantaneous.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)

July 8 and July 9 may prove challenging, but you can make them fun and lucky. Work your magic and reassure friends. It's back to basics for the Full Moon on July 12. Find the answer to a big question, even if it's someone else's, and know that you're doing fine no matter how it feels. July 24 offers opportunities that only you can see. Be modest but move quickly. The New Moon on July 26 could open your eyes to a whole huge new world if you turn down the psychodrama and don't promise more than any one human can deliver.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)

The second week of July, starting July 7, may be uncomfortable when people around you are more stressed than normal for reasons that make no sense to you. Let it pass and don't catch the nervousness. Love comes your way with the Full Moon on July 12. Open your eyes and heart, be willing to look close to home, and see past any temporary personal unhappiness. The New Moon on July 26 positions you to benefit from other people's good intentions. Make sure you've paid it forward as much as you can, then graciously be ready to receive what you've already earned.

GEMINI

LIBRA

AQUARIUS

(May 21 - June 20)

(September 23 - October 22)

(January 20 - February 18)

Finances could take a lucky turn for you at the July 12 Full Moon. Concentrate on being responsible at home and don't be tweaked by unreasonable demands or other people's fears. July 21 and July 22 could get super busy, so save a little energy from the weekend to keep things going. Watch out for any extra unexpected expenses, too. Sometimes the absolute best is over the top. Your words are golden at the July 26 New Moon. Suggest only what you really want to do, because people will agree to anything. Enjoy something new, different, and glamorous.

July 5 and July 6, the first weekend of the month, could be fractious and full of sensitive, frustrated people. If anyone you love insists on setting off sparks and starting a fire, take them aside and offer marshmallows. May no good spark go to waste. Any dissatisfaction or friction at home won't tarnish the bright good luck you have at work at the July 12 Full Moon. Relax and be great in public. Lots of friends and fun come to you with the New Moon on July 26. Ration your energy, choose what (and whom) appeals most, and go have a blast.

The Full Moon on July 12 is edgy for you. Imaginary fears or low selfesteem could cost you a lot of happiness and good luck in your daily life. Don't go there. Let it pass. Work at fine-tuning that daily routine, then go out and join the happy crowd. The weekend of July 19 has surprises, possibly big, but short-lived. Avoid confrontations. A shining new romance or ideal partner could flash across your horizon with the July 26 New Moon. If you're looking for sexy excitement or some other great new partner, both of you can turn up the heat this month.

CANCER

SCORPIO

PISCES

(June 21 - July 22)

(October 23 - November 21)

(March 21 - April 19)

The July 12 Full Moon puts you in the spotlight. People (especially a nervous or insecure partner) may expect you to take care of everything. July 23 and July 24 have many sweet encounters, some sweet nothings, and perhaps delusions, but pleasant nonetheless. You'll have no trouble separating fact from fiction. Enjoy good times before Friday night, July 25, when life may take a serious turn. Money prospects look good for the July 26 New Moon. If there isn't a windfall or good news about income, it can still be a lucky time to make financial plans. citypageskuwait.com

The Full Moon on July 12 could be privately very lucky, a great enlightenment moment rather than a winning lottery ticket. Relax, don't fret, and know that all lost cats will find their way home. The July 26 New Moon is all you, so look and feel your best and project your best image. People will be seeing you everywhere they turn, so be ready. Things could turn very lucky for you, starting Tuesday, July 22, through to month's end. Keep expectations low, work ethic and passions high. Let the Universe amaze you, and refuse to be jaded by the world.

(April 20 - May 20)

The July 12 Full Moon brings plenty of opportunities for fun and big-time celebrations. However, watch out for confusion or misunderstandings and the rash judgments and wrong assumptions that can follow. Not everyone will be thinking straight all the time. The weekend of July 19 is yours to enjoy in all the elegant, cozy ways that please you best. There's no need to frugally stay home or book that cruise to Antarctica. You know what you like. The July 26 New Moon brightens everything at home. Make that change, start that next big, beautiful, domestic thing, throw that party.

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Big things will be easy and small things not quite so much at the Full Moon on July 12. Don't get overly ambitious, though. Let most of the small things take care of themselves. Thursday and Friday, July 24 and July 25, set you up for a high-powered weekend that starts light and lucky but can morph into very serious. Be patient with yourself and others, and don't let anything set you off. The New Moon on July 26 impacts your career and public presence. A lot of people will be grateful and even like you if you give them half a chance.

Be creative, playful, and inspired by your family, or family of friends, at the July 12 Full Moon. Remember, what pleases you doesn't have to please everybody else. The whole world may not be your audience. Don't dream away the middle of the month and decide that you just don't care. This may feel the strongest around July 14 and July 15. The July 26 New Moon highlights the countless perfect little things that only you really appreciate. People will notice and you may wake them up to more satisfaction in their lives. It doesn't sound like much, but it's huge.

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HOMEWORK FOR GROWN UPS EVERYTHING YOU LEARNED AT SCHOOL... BUT CAN YOU REMEMBER? Football Quiz 1.A soccer goal is what dimensions, yards wide and feet high: 8x7; 7x8; 8x8 or 9x8? 2.According to FIFA World Cup rules which flag must be displayed inside each match stadium besides those of FIFA/Fair Play, and the two competing nations? 3.Approximately how many million people play regular organized football in the world (at the early 2000s): 5; 25; 65; or 250?

Test Your Vocabulary There is an immediate intervention to control the symptoms, followed by a plan of treatment to help restore strength and flexibility and to address any underlying deficits that might________ the patient to re-injury

1. predispose

3. ameliorate

2. delete

4. assuage

4.The word soccer derives from: Sock; Association; Kosher; or Socrates?

6.The 2014 World Cup Finals allocated European and African teams respectively how many places: 3 and 9; 4 and 10; 5 and 13; or 6 and 15? 7.What city/club football rules, which spread widely in the late 1800s, introduced heading, corners, throw-ins, changing ends, and the goal crossbar: Sheffield; Paris;

ANSWER: Predispose means to have a tendency toward something. Some people believe that just being born in Canada willpredispose you to love ice hockey.

pressure; or Shin guards?

Many situations or events can predispose you to have a particular reaction, opinion, or feeling. Being bitten by a dog as a child could predispose you to having a fear of dogs. Having ancestors with great athletic ability might predispose you to enjoy running. If you want to predispose your father to liking your new boyfriend, be sure to tell him about volunteering at the food bank and leave out the bits about his arrest and dropping out of school. drawing meant to be funny.

5.What is not required by the rules of soccer: Goal net; Penalty spot; Specified ball

Milan; or Berlin? 8.FIFA's 2014 World Cup Finals/Qualifying rules dictate a match squad of how many players: 18; 23; 26; or 30? 9.In the 2010 World Cup Final, Jo'bulani was the: Winner's national anthem; Winning goalscorer; Ball; or Trumpet-like horn blown by fans?

Choose the Right Symbol In a bicycle wheel if there would have been 10 more spokes, the angle between them would have shortened by six degrees. Can you find out the number of spokes in that wheel ?

10.The minimum rest-period between two games for any team at the 2014 World Cup is how many hours: 24; 36; 48; or 72? 11.Soccer rules award what after an 'own goal' directly from a throw-in: Goal; Penalty; Corner; or Drop-ball? 12.The headquarters of FIFA are in Brussels; London; Zurich, or Oslo? 13.Who has made the World Cup footballs since 1970: Adidas; Puma; Umbro; or Nike? 360/(S +10) = A - 6

14.The World Cup Qualifiying matches between El Salvador v Honduras in 1969

360/S = A

coincided with what mutual event: Independence; Earthquake; Drought; or War?

ANSWER: There are 20 spokes in the given wheel.

15.The first ever ÂŁ100,000 (or above) football transfer, in 1961, was: Bobby Moore; Pele; Dennis Law; or Eusebio? 16.A white ball was first used in a World Cup in: 1930; 1950; 1966; or 1982? 17.The centre circle of a soccer pitch is used only at kick-offs/re-starts, and in which other game feature? 18.Matthias Sammer, Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, Rivaldo, and Luis Figo won what between 1990-2002: European Cup; World Cup; Golden Boot; or European Footballer of the Year?

JUMBLED WORDS P O N A R R A B O V C E L L O A

19.The first, second and third placed teams at the 2014 World Cup receive how 20.Soccer has been an Olympic event since: 1900; 1964; 1992; or 2002? ANSWERS: 1. 8x8, 2. United Nations, 3. 250 million, 4. Association, 5. Goal net, 6. 5 and 13, 7. Sheffield, 8. 23, 9. Ball, 10. 48, 11. Corner, 12. Zurich (Switzerland), 13. Adidas, 14. War, 15. Dennis Law (from Manchester City to Torino, for ÂŁ110,000, 1961), 16. 1950, 17. Penalty shoot-outs (all non-involved players must be within it when penalties are taken for penalty-shoot-outs in game deciders), 18. European Footballer of the Year, 19. 50, 20. 1900

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many medals: 20; 30; 40 or 50?

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