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Gerard Butler A Study In Contrast

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Daddy’s Life-Defining Lessons

Father’s Day Special

A Romantic Father’s Day

Father’s Day Special

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Dads & Daughters: A Unique Union

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June 2014 is a special month for us here at Dazzle. It’s the first month of our ninth year with our readers, subscribers, and the various companies we deal with who have all become more like a family to us. This month also marks the very special occasion of Father’s Day. So, before you indulge in all the wonderful things we have for you this month, I would like to make a special dedication to the most wonderful father I know, my husband Ramy; I dedicate this issue to you. I also dedicate this issue to two of the greatest fathers that ever lived, the late Ghazi Zainy and the late Abdel-Gawad Abul-Wafa, and to my second wonderful father, my father-in-law Samir Kreidieh.

In accordance with this special occasion, here at Dazzle we’ve included many interesting and useful features for you like A Romantic Father’s Day (p. 20) that relates how the wife of a reader, Walid Rashid, romantically celebrated his fatherhood, which is the angle mostly ignored in celebrating fatherhood. And in Daddy’s Life-Defining Lessons (p. 16) and Dads And Daughters: A Unique Union (p. 22) we identify all the aspects that make our fathers as special as they are. We’ve also compiled all the latest in fashion and technology for that very special dad. Yet, there’s still so much more in-store for you.

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Contents June 2014 Spectacular 10 Country Stars Pay Tribute to Their Music Teachers

Charm

BEAUTY EDITOR Sonja Svensek

16 Daddy’s Life-Defining Lessons 18 Work Your Personality

HEALTH EDITOR Nisrine Kreidieh

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20 A Romantic Father’s Day 22 Dads And Daughters: A Unique Union

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Sparkle 32 Skin From Within 34 Ask Sonja 36 Casually Cool Allure

Brilliant 52 Talking Dad Tech 54 Celeb-Inspired Spaces 58 Bern: A Swiss Surprise

Amaze 60 Summer Delights

24 Time Management’s 8 Deadly Sins 26 Arab Knowledge Economy Report 2014

Dazztrology

Glow

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28 6 Pains You Shouldn’t Ignore 30 Ask Nisrine

64 On Fathers & Fatherhood

62 Skye Thomas

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COUNTRY STARS PAY TRIBUTE TO THEIR MUSIC TEACHERS Ask just about anyone in Country Music today and you’ll likely find that music education was a cornerstone in the foundation of their careers, says Deborah Evans Price/CMA…

“I had a unique opportunity to go to a school for performing arts in Columbus, Ohio, called the Fort Hayes Performing Arts Centre,” said Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts. “I had a teacher there named Mary Daniels who really pushed me to be better than I thought I was. I’d turn in projects and she’d say, ‘It’s good, but you’ve got better inside of you.’

She was actually more a friend to me than just a teacher. She had a way of disarming you to make you feel so comfortable and capable of doing more than you thought you could.”

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McCreery learned much from performing with his high school choir. “Our teacher, Meredith Clayton, would take us to New York City, Chicago, Florida, and different places for competitions,” he recalled. “She was awesome.

She has a big, bubbly personality and a love for music that she passed down to her students.

She was all about preparation and putting in the work, and that’s big for Country Music nowadays.

If you’re going to be successful, you’ve got to put in the work.

Nobody’s going to hand it to you.

So I learned a lot of good lessons from her.”

A number of music teachers inspired Sara Evans as she grew up in New Franklin, Missouri. “I was playing clarinet in band,” she said. “I was also in choir.

Our two music teachers, Mrs. Burnett and Mrs. Nugent, were both really sweet and fabulous as teachers. Our school was so

small that we didn’t even have football, so we would march in the town’s parades. I was always the assistant teacher. Sometimes I would get to direct the band.”

The benefits of music education are a top priority for Evans to pass along to her children, son Avery, 14, and daughter Olivia, 11. She has also lent support to other kids studying music. In 2011 she visited Nashville’s PearlCohn Entertainment Magnet High School as part of CMA’s Keep the Music Playing program to support public school music education.

“That was a really cool experience,” she said. “I learned so much about how they benefit from Keep the Music Playing. It was really cool to see these kids perform and work so hard on these songs and then perform them for us. You could just tell they were so proud and that they were such good friends, just

Article & Images: © 2014 CMA Close Up News Service/Country Music Association, Inc.

“People would ask: Why don’t you play basketball? You know you’re tall,” said Chris Young with a laugh. “I was like: Well, basketball practice was always at the same time as choir rehearsal. Between the two of them, I picked choir and it seems to have worked out.”

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from being in the music program together.”

It’s really a great way for us as musicians and other people to be able to give back,” agreed Young, who has also participated in programs for KTMP. “It’s a great investment of our time, and it’s great for the kids.”

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their music and arts programs.

But these programs are so vital and important to kids and their upbringing. I couldn’t imagine growing up without having arts and music in my school. Keep the Music Playing and CMA are doing great things for these kids, for their future.”

Half of all CMA Music Festival profits are donated annually to Keep the Music Playing. More information is available at www.

CMAworld.com.

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Jay DeMarcus plays the new grand piano donated to Nashville’s McGavock High School by CMA’s KTMP program in 2009.

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Sara Evans visits Nashville’s Pearl-Cohn Entertainment High School in 2011on behalf of CMA’s KTMP.

Scotty McCreery performs with students at the 2013 KTMP All Stars Concert.

“I’m so passionate about Keep the Music Playing because I remember as a kid that if I didn’t have music to distract me from some other things, I don’t know where I would have ended up,” DeMarcus added. “It helped me focus a little bit more in school, having music to look forward to in the afternoons.”

McCreery concurs that KTMP is “an awesome program. As a performer and a musician, I hear about the public schools and their budget cuts. A lot of times, the first things they cut are www.dazzle-magazine.com

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Gerard Butler: A Study In Contrast

With an imposing physique to match his character and a volcanic temperament, Gerard Butler is one of the big screen’s leading personalities. The Scottish actor came to movies by chance, but his charisma did the rest…

He is now chasing the big waves again. The star of Chasing Mavericks has been set to play the Zen adrenaline-junkie bank robber role originated by Patrick Swayze in Point Break - the remake of the 1991 Kathryn Bigelow film that also starred Keanu Reeves. With Ericson Core directing from a screenplay

by Kurt Wimmer, the thriller is set in the world of international extreme sports.

Beyond Musicals Coriolanus Gerard Butler has done a lot of diverse types of films in his career. His first job as a professional actor was in Coriolanus. He was just in the ensemble and was actually assisting the casting director, letting the actors in and ticking their names off. And he spoke to the director and said, “I want to be an actor. Can I read for you?” it was his first job ever. The play represented one of the most exciting periods of his life, and he still loves the idea of doing another Shakespeare play.

Fame arrived late for Butler, at the age of 40. A Brit, he is better known in America than at home.

“Spartans, tonight we dine in hell!” The line from the trailer for the film 300 still resonates in the memory of his many fans. It was declaimed by Gerard Butler when

he was crowned King of Sparta in a Zack Snyder production.

His charisma sweeps aside all in his path, which was unlucky for a million Persian soldiers at the battle of Thermopylae in 480 B.C. The man doesn’t do things halfway. Before taking on the destiny of the Spartan King Leonidas, Gerard Butler was a lawyer - a profession rather than a vocation. It wasn’t long before he immersed himself in his passion for theatre, where his talent was quickly recognized.

One production followed another and the big screen gave him the room to express his confident and multitalented personality.

Under no illusion that talent is rewarded through concessions and compromises, he threw himself completely into every role. And nothing stimulates him more than stretching himself and discovering new horizons.

About the Excalibur timepiece: When you wear it you’re completely energized. You feel like an alpha male - successful, super confident.

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Gerard Butler is a study in contrast. The Scottish-born star is box office gold despite being vilified for his film roles and private life. The actor skyrocketed to fame as the bad boy foil to Angelina Jolie in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, followed by his epic, ultra-physical role in 300, but he’s equally versed in musicals as evidenced by his starring role in Phantom of the Opera.

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STARRING ROLE AT ROGER DUBUIS’S HAUTE HORLOGERIE Since the year 2011, Butler has worked with luxury watchmaker Roger Dubuis. Growing up in Paisley, a small town in rural Scotland, luxury on the level of Roger Dubuis was beyond the realm of possibility imagined by Butler. Indeed, his first brush with the watch world struck a more emotional, rather than technical, chord.

Although he got a slow start in the watch world, the decision to work with Roger Dubuis was

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natural for the actor. “They take a huge amount of pride in what they represent and how they want it to be perceived, but they also wanted our collaboration to be fun and easy. That was the feeling that I got from that meeting - a lot of passion, a lot of love, and a lot of respect,” Butler said.

Roger Dubuis Celebrated Haute Horlogerie with a private dinner hosted by CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué and Friend of the Brand Gerard Butler last December in Miami Beach. In partnership with Dom Pérignon and HauteTime

Magazine, Roger Dubuis welcomed 100 guests to a private seated dinner at W Hotel, one of South Beach’s premier resorts. The event was touted as one of the most exclusive parties during the luxurious art festival.

The fashionable invite-only fête featured an intimate crowd of A-listers including Eva Longoria, Serena Williams, and Karolina Kurkova who mingled amongst the Excalibur Quatuor timepieces.

The evening highlighted the Excalibur Quatuor, and as the face of the Excalibur collection,

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Watchmaking is just like the cinema, it hides a precise mechanism which must then generate emotion.

Butler was on hand alongside Pontroué to present the Excalibur Quatuor with an exclusive film dedicated to the timepiece.

“We’re so pleased to be able to celebrate Roger Dubuis at Art Basel Miami for the second year in a row by highlighting the exceptional work of art that is the Excalibur Quatuor,” said Pontroué at the event. “It’s a timepiece that demonstrates excellence in precision, power, and bold design, which makes Gerard the perfect ambassador as he exhibits these traits not only in his films, but also in his various charitable work.”

As one of the most charismatic actors of his generation, his mould-breaking personality was bound to lead him into some unusual encounters. Butler has enjoyed a unique role since joining the family of Geneva-based watchmaker Roger Dubuis - both of them are more into action than introspection, both approach their art head-on, and both are driven by passion.

As a friend of the Roger Dubuis brand, Butler is taking an active role in spreading the word about the Swiss manufacture and introducing people to this unique

world, bubbling in perpetual effervescence where creativity and innovation rule. Deliberately extravagant, the future is bright for the Swiss Maison, which values boldness as much as it respects tradition.

Butler happily admitted that “Watchmaking is just like the cinema, it hides a precise mechanism which must then generate emotion. The world of Roger Dubuis, the arrival of its collections, like spaces of freedom, perfectly matches my principles.

You need to take chances in life and always push yourself.”

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Charm

Mind & Soul

Daddy’s Life Defining Lessons From bicycle riding tutorials to tough love, we don’t often realise how those little things our dads teach us become important life lessons.

These lessons are as basic as they can be, but the messages they hold are extremely powerful…

EAT YOUR

NEVER

Remember the time when you were forced to eat vegetables by your dad?

He’d literally strap you onto your chair to make sure you finished all your greens, and if you attempted to puke it out, he’d feed you double the amount.

He always punished you for talking back to others, be it adults or peers.

Even if you were fuming with anger, raising your voice just wasn’t an option, because no one, especially your dad, would entertain you.

Lesson Learned: No matter how bad they seem, some things in life are meant for your own good.

Lesson Learned: Those who want respect, give respect.

RIDE YOUR

FAIR

Riding a bicycle seemed to be an uphill battle for you, but luckily, you had your dad on your side. Every time you fell, he put you right back on, and the more bruises you got, the more he pushed you to do it.

Not only did he teach you how to play games, but he also made sure that you played them fairly. Whenever you tried to cheat or take a shortcut to win, he was there to stop you, and when you won justly, he was there to cheer you on.

VEGETABLES

BICYCLE

Lesson Learned: Nothing is impossible; you just have to keep trying.

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TALK BACK

PLAY

Lesson Learned: The greatest victory is one that is achieved fairly.

Daddy’s Lif

Daddy’s Li Lessons TIE YOUR

PAY THE

He spent countless hours teaching you how to tie your shoelaces. And when you finally learnt the art, he checked you every time they were untied because he didn’t want you to trip and hurt yourself.

If you skipped your chores, he didn’t let you watch TV, and if you didn’t do your homework, he gave you a harsher punishment. All your acts of defiance had an equal and opposite reaction, and you had no choice but to face the music.

LACES

Lesson Learned: Life will trip you up at times, but a little precaution can help make the journey less slippery.

WORK FOR IT

PRICE

Lesson Learned: If you don’t discipline yourself, the world will do it for you.

Keep Learning

Whenever you pleaded with him to buy you something expensive, he asked you to earn it. From getting good grades to helping with the house chores, you were forced to do all the things you thought you’d never be able to do.

He encouraged you to learn and discover as much as you possibly could. He catered to your curiosity, answered the same questions over and over again, and imparted all his knowledge to you.

Lesson Learned: If you want something you never had, then do something you never did.

Lesson Learned: The greatest gift you can give your child is knowledge.

fe-Defining

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Personality

WORK YOUR

PERSONALITY

If your job isn’t giving you the satisfaction you crave, it’s because it doesn’t complement your personality. In fact, who you are as a person directly influences your choice of profession…

Not all engineers are passionate about building things, and not all doctors like to see blood. Likewise, someone who’s interested in marketing would find a finance-related job tedious, and a person who enjoys socialising would hate an office job. We all have our own likes, dislikes, tastes, and interests, and our perfect job is a reflection of all these things. According to Holland’s Theory, developed

by John Holland, Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University Professor Emeritus, there are six general types of people, and each category favours different professions. No single category is an exact fit for a person; your personality will combine several types to varying degrees. To identify your dominant type, highlight the phrases that fit you in each description and check which one has the most amount of relevant information.

1. Realistic

Practical and straightforward, Realistic people are attracted to outdoor and physical activities, hobbies, and occupations. They don’t have strong interpersonal and verbal skills, which is why they prefer to work with objects and animals rather than people and ideas. They have good mechanical and athletic abilities, and are usually strong and well coordinated.

Career Match: Engineer, veterinarian, orthodontist, and surgical technologist.

2. Investigative

They are analytical, intellectual, and scientific people who like expanding their knowledge.

They enjoy questioning ideas that aren’t already backed up by rational data, and prefer to gather a lot of information before making decisions. Because of their introspective nature, they often work alone and don’t seek leadership roles. Moreover, they avoid social interactions and aren’t very friendly.

Career Match: Professor, software developer, scientist, biologist, and systems analyst.

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3. Artistic

Artistic people are creative, imaginative, and strong problem solvers. They tend to be uninhibited and nonconforming in dress, speech, and action, and avoid highly ordered or repetitive activities. They seek opportunities for self-expression through activities like composing or playing music, writing, drawing, painting, acting, or directing stage productions, and they communicate in a very expressive and open manner.

Career Match: Musician, reporter, interior decorator, director, producer, fashion designer, and graphic designer.

4. Social

Social people are helpful, friendly, and trustworthy, and they often end up in professions where attributes like patience and generosity make a difference. They’re generally focused on human relationships, and enjoy social activities and solving interpersonal relationships. Furthermore, they prefer a friendly work environment that encourages teamwork and allows for significant interaction with other people.

Career Match: Psychologist, therapist, social worker, nurse, doctor, and teacher.

5. Enterprising

Competitive and energetic, enterprising individuals are excellent at leading and persuading people. They like to organize, direct, manage, and control the activities of groups to attain personal or organizational goals, and they usually end up becoming entrepreneurs or group leaders. Although they consider themselves to be assertive and self-confident, some may view them as domineering.

Career Match: Executive, manager, and sales representative.

6. Conventional

WORK YO

Conventional people are efficient, careful, and conforming. They enjoy working with numbers, records, or machines in an orderly way, and avoid ambiguous or unstructured activities. Such individuals are self-controlled and low-key in the expression of their feelings, which is why they like the security of belonging to groups. And since they have very traditional values and attributes, they like to know what exactly is expected of them.

PERSONALITY Career Match: Accountant, financial planner, technical writer, banker, and secretary.

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A Romantic

Father’s

Day

Father’s Day is popularly known to celebrate dads, but we can’t forget to acknowledge our husbands, because if not for them, we wouldn’t have been blessed with the children that God gave us. So how do you make your man feel loved and appreciated on his special day? Well, the best Father’s Day gift is one which comes straight from the heart, says Walid Rashid…

Be it birthdays, anniversaries, or middle-school graduations, my wife Abi makes every occasion a memorable event. And when it comes to Father’s Day, she always takes me by surprise; just when I think she couldn’t top the previous year’s gift, she does something so special that it makes me appreciate her even more! Some of these gifts are around eight to nine years old, but they touch my heart till today, and I hope they leave you inspired.

A Humble Gesture

Back in 2000, Abi and I were struggling to make ends meet, but our financial situation didn’t stop her from celebrating Father’s Day. She had our son, who was a year old at the time, paint all over a simple white jersey, and at the back, his tiny handprints spelt out ‘Love You Dadda’. It was my first Father’s Day gift, and one that I’ll always cherish.

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Television Galore

Abi gave me something that I could have never imagined - an updated TV package. I was always hesitant about getting more channels because I thought it would take away from our family time, but it did just the opposite!

The boys and Abi kept me company when I watched sports, and I enjoyed watching their favourite sitcoms and cartoons with them.

Action-Packed Night

Like all men, I love action flicks, and like most women, Abi hates them! So when she rented ten of my most favourite films and gifted me a splendid movie marathon surprise, I was blown over. She sat with me through all the movies, and pretended to have the time of her life just to make me feel special.

A Dream Realised

A Passionate Night

Yup, that’s exactly what I got, a night of passion and romance, or as men usually put it, the best gift ever! After having three very naughty boys, both Abi and I needed to relive the excitement of our early days together.

So she sent the kids over to her mom’s place, got dressed up, and cooked a delightful meal for me. Everything about that night was picture-perfect, and I couldn’t help but fall in love with her all over again.

During one of our several conversations, I told Abi about how I always wanted to become an F1 racer.

So last year on Father’s Day, she gave me a plaque with a Ferrari sign on it that read ‘Realise Your Dreams’.

The fact that she remembered my childhood dream and encouraged me to pursue it made me feel like the proudest man alive. In fact, the gift of encouragement never loses its impact, and it hardly takes any effort. You don’t even have to find that perfect plaque, just let your hubby know that you believe in him, and he’ll forever be grateful to you.

Crafty Sentiments

Abi gave me a very memorable bookmark when our first two boys were toddlers. She laminated a piece of paper that had been scribbled on by the boys, and she even added their pictures to it. Eight years later, the bookmark still remains as cute as it was back then, and the boys really enjoy looking back at their old art projects. www.dazzle-magazine.com

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Dads and Daughters:

A Unique Union Maintaining a healthy father-daughter relationship is challenging to say the least. Because of all the differences in opinion, we find it difficult to connect with our dads, and the relationship eventually reaches a dead-end. But giving up on the man you once considered your hero isn’t the way to go…

Ask any five-year-old girl about her dad and watch her face light up; she’ll go on for hours talking about how strong he is and how he knows everything. Now if you pose the same question to an adult woman, she won’t stop complaining about how he’s on a mission to ruin her life. But what we don’t realise is that our dads are the same as they always were – we are the ones who changed. Dr. Linda Nielsen, author of Between Fathers and Daughters: Enriching and Rebuilding Your Adult Relationship, explains, “As we get older, we start developing our own thoughts and opinions, which is something that our dads can’t fathom. For them, we’ll always be that naïve little girl who turns to them for everything.”

Communication is the foundation of a healthy relationship, but usually, the more important a conversation is with someone we love, the more likely we are to mess it up. Leila, 25, concurs, “I find it very difficult to be honest with my dad when I talk to him about something serious. He has his own notions about how things should be done, and if I try to explain my side to him, we end up having an argument.” According to Dr. Nielsen, serious conversations between fathers and daughters can be very vulnerable for both parties. “We usually say and do hurtful things because we’re afraid that the relationship is going to get worse if we share our true feelings,” she says. “And when we feel

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anxious or scared, we communicate at our worst.”

The author explains that overcoming the communication gap requires a lot of teamwork, understanding, and empathy.

“You need to help one another feel comfortable enough to talk openly,” she explains. “And this can only happen if you understand what you and your dad are afraid might happen in an honest conversation.

Both of you may find each other’s concerns ridiculous, but as adults, you have to reason everything rationally and maturely.”

Warda, 27, was neglected when she was a child, and she continues to hold that against her father. “Every time I fight with my dad, I can’t help but think of how he’d never talk to my brother like that. It kills me to see how open he is about his favourite child, and I despise him for it!” Actually, when it comes to understanding our dads’ behaviour, we rely on connecting our past memories to our present feelings, which leads to unnecessary anger and resentment. Dr. Nielsen adds, “Your brain has a natural inclination to create stories that make you feel good about yourself, make the other person look like the villain, and interpret things the way you did in the past – even when you’re wrong.”

If unpleasant memories are hurting your relationship, you need to talk it out and revisit the past. “Try to modify or soften

some of those hurtful memories to see each other in a better light,” says the author. “You should also take the troublesome memory and ask yourself: How can I get more information about that particular situation?

Could something be missing from my version of the story? Is there a more positive way to interpret that situation now that I’m older?”

Once you come to terms with your past and work towards making it better, your relationship will instantly become more satisfying.

Dictator Dads One of the biggest obstacles between fathers and daughters is that daughters of all ages feel that their fathers should trust their judgement instead of giving them advice. On the other hand, dads want to save their daughters from making the same mistakes they made, so they advise them on the smallest of things. And at the end, both parties end up hurt and frustrated with each other. According to the author, what hurts daughters is not the advice itself, but the way it’s given. “Men aren’t usually empathetic, which is why their advice seems more like a rude statement,” she comments.

daughter relationship.”

The next time your dad gives you advice, let him know that you need a little reassurance along with it. So instead of blowing up at him, say something like, ‘I feel that you’re really ashamed of me, and that I’m a huge embarrassment to you. Am I?’ Doing so will help him realise how his blunt remarks are affecting you, and you’ll even discover that his constant need to advise you is purely out of love and concern.

Ayra, 24, doesn’t get along with her dad because he never sees eye-to-eye with her when it comes to finances. “We always argue about money,” she says. “My friends have a lavish lifestyle and I need to keep up, but my dad doesn’t get it. He’s always ruining my plans and I hate it.” The author says that financial quarrels are inevitable because he who has the gold makes the rules. “As long as you’re financially dependent on him, he’ll have a say in your decisions, and you have no choice but to listen to him,” she adds.

Getting over financial quarrels is a nobrainer. If you want your dad to stop treating you like a kid, you have to start earning your own money. Dr. Nielsen explains, “Most dads want their daughters to become self-reliant, and as an adult, it’s your duty to pull your own weight. Once you become financially independent, your dad will have a new found respect for you, and that’s one of the most important ingredients of a fulfilling father-

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Careers

time

management’s 8 deadly sins New Bain & Company study shows how lost time costs millions each year and recommends zero-based time budget and other practices to fight time management’s 8 deadly sins…

Top executives lose thousands of hours each year responding to emails and sitting in unproductive meetings, and the losses snowball through their organizations simply because companies don’t track and monitor employee time as tightly as any other resource such as capital. Bain has studied and calculated the losses in time and money and compiled a list of best practices companies can follow to fight time management’s Eight Deadly Sins.

Bain’s research found that 15% of an organization’s collective time is spent in meetings, a number that has increased steadily since 2008.

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ability to quantify how their executives and other employees spend their time because they don’t track and measure it. Bain teamed with VoloMetrix, an enterprise analytics company, to examine the time budgets of 17 large corporations. Among their findings: Executives today, on average, receive 30,000 external communications per year, up from 1,000 in the 70s. At the current rate, executives will soon spend more than one day each week managing electronic communications.

Senior executives, on average, devote more than two days each week to meetings with three or more co-workers. A meeting that starts just five minutes late costs a company 8% of that meeting - a loss that would be untenable in any other resource category.

Meetings are often scheduled “just because”, and dysfunctional meeting behaviour

is on the rise. At one company, about one in five meeting participants sent an average of three or more emails for every 30 minutes of meeting time.

At a sample 10,000-employee business, $60 million - 20% of the total cost of meetings - was squandered in unproductive activity.

Bain’s work with large organizations found the problem to be cultural as much as systemic: Organizations evolve into complex mechanisms that require increasing maintenance to function smoothly, and a corporate culture springs up to support this effort, siphoning resources away from externally-focused, customer-serving tasks.

“Most time management advice focuses on individual actions - be choosy with meetings, rein in your email box. But this advice sometimes goes against your company’s culture: ignore emails and meeting invitations

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and you risk alienating your colleagues or your boss,” said Michael Mankins, Bain’s USA Organization Practice Leader, who led the survey and report.

“Innovative companies are fostering cultures where time is treated as a scarce resource and invested as prudently as capital.”

Dr. Yasar Jarrar, Bain & Company Middle East Partner, said, “The Middle East region’s corporate arena continues to remain vibrant and aggressive.

However, at some point, it still finds itself losing a lot of money in lost time. Many will surely agree that this can be attributed to factors like traffic, tardiness in appointments, long unproductive meetings, and discussions of unessential agendas. With this in mind, we’re confident that many businesses in the Middle East will learn a lot from Bain & Company’s latest research on time management. Utilizing the recommended zero-based time budget strategy will surely help in avoiding the risk of losing

more money, while at the same time drive in more productivity and improved efficiencies in operations.”

Bain’s research highlights these 8 Deadly Time Management Sins and their cures: 1. Muddled Companywide Agendas. Make them clear and selective so that everyone knows how to use extra time and what tasks can be shelved with penalty.

2. Time-Is-Free Approach To Scheduling. Create zero-based time budget and manage organizational time as rigorously as capital assets.

3. Let’s-Start-A-Project Mindset. Require a business case for any new project.

4. Thickening Middle. Simplify the organization. More managers and layers rob time and create more work for others.

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Create a line of authority for who

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6. Decision Making Murky.

Manage decision-making, not the matrix for it, by standardizing the process.

7. Meeting Time Is Free Time Mentality. Establish discipline by requiring clear agendas, advance preparation, and on-time starts. When possible, finish early.

8. Lost Meeting-Time Tracking. Track meeting time, attendance, and email volume to assess productivity. What’s not monitored can’t be measured.

“If time really was money, and accounted for in the same way, many companies would be running huge deficits,” said Greg Caimi, Bain Partner and Co-Author of the time management study.

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Arab Knowledge Economy Report 2014 The first-ever Arab Knowledge Economy Report 2014, a joint study by Madar Research & Development and Orient Planet, aimed to research and examine the components and characteristics of the Arab Knowledge Economy and its contribution towards the overall development of the region’s economy.

Excerpts from the report concluded:

GCC GDP & Population Growth The GCC countries comprise the 12th largest economic region in the world with a recorded GDP growth rate of 4.03% in 2013. The GCC also dominates the Arab World with its GDP of USD 1640.83 billion in 2013. Overall, KSA ranks first in the GCC and 19th in the world with USD 745.30 billion as GDP, followed by the UAE with a GDP of USD 398.32 billion.

GCC GDP Per Capita Qatar, with a population of 1.91 million, emerges as the richest country per capita in the GCC and the second richest in the world with USD 105,169 in 2013, followed by Kuwait with USD 47,265.

GCC Population Growth In 2013, the GCC witnessed a population growth of 3.68% with Qatar leading at 11.36%, followed by UAE at 5% due to the large influx of foreign workers.

The local population of UAE and Qatar comprise of 13% and 14% respectively of the total population.

Arab Knowledge Economy Index The UAE topped the Knowledge Economy Index (KEI) among Arab countries, while it stood at 42 globally with a score of 6.94, closely followed by Bahrain at 6.9, and Oman at 6.14.

Patents in Arab Countries To date, the US Patent and Trademark Office has granted 858 patents to KSA, positioning it 29th in the world. Kuwait is at second place with 272 patents, and Egypt at third with 212 patents.

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Arab e-Performance Index Madar Research & Development and Orient Planet have created a new Arab e-Performance Index based on six important global indexes: the Global Competitiveness Index, Networked Readiness Index, ICT Development Index, Global Innovation Index, Knowledge Economy Index, and e-Government Development Index. For the Arab e-Performance Index for 2013-14, Bahrain leads the GCC with an average of 66.55 followed by the UAE at 65.68.

Arab ICT-use Index Bahrain has topped the 2013 ICTuse Index with a score of 3.08. It has emerged among top five in all the ICT sectors, including first in the internet user’s rate and second in mobile penetration level in the MENA region. Qatar takes the second place with 2.96, having the third highest mobile penetration and fourth in internet user’s rate.

Arab Internet Population Overview There were 111,721,020 internet users in 18 Arab countries in 2012, growing at a rate of 18.98% as compared to 2011. The number of internet users in the region is expected to increase to about 197 million by 2017. Internet penetration in the Arab world is expected to surge from 32% in 2012 to 51% in 2017, amounting to 3% above the world average.

Adult Literacy Rate Adult literacy remains a major hurdle for the development of the information society and knowledge-based economy in the

Arab region. In the age group of 15 and above, the literacy rate was nearly 77% in 2011. Six countries, including Qatar’s 96.3% and Jordan’s 95.9%, have shown a success rate of 90% and above for the period. There’s also a huge discrepancy between the male and female literacy rate, wherein the male literacy rate is around 85% and only 68% for females.

ICT Price Basket as a Percentage of Monthly Minimum Wages The ICT price basket includes three tariff sets: fixed telephone, mobile phone, and fixed broadband internet services. Qatar ranks 1st in the Arab World and 2nd globally when Gross National Income is compared with the ICT price basket, with 0.4% of monthly GNI per capita spent on ICT services. The UAE ranks 2nd in the Arab World with 0.5% spent on ICT services. When the minimum wage is compared with the ICT price basket, Qatar ranks 11th in the Arab World with 12.2% of minimum wage spent on ICT services while the UAE is at the bottom with 15.4% of minimum wage spent on ICT services.

Academic Ranking of Arab Universities In 2013, five Arab universities, four from KSA and one from Egypt, appeared on the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities. The KSA universities are the King Saud University, the King Abdul Aziz University, the King Fahd University of Petroleum, and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.

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A lot of us are guilty of writing off pain as a temporary annoyance. While most pains are generally temporary, there are certain seemingly harmless pains that could develop into complicated conditions if left unchecked.

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A dull pain in the calf is often an indication of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVP), a condition in which a blood clot forms in the leg’s deep veins. “If left untreated, DVP can spread and cause a clot in the lungs, which could be fatal,” says Dr. Karim Abdalla, a general physician in Jeddah. “In fact, millions of people lose their lives to DVP every year because they ignore its most basic symptom: calf pain.” The risk factors for DVP include smoking, long-distance travel, taking birth control pills, and obesity.

EXCRUCIATING HEADACHE

“Never assume that the worst headache of your life is just a migraine,” says Dr. Abdalla.

“It could represent brain haemorrhage, which, as we all know, is always a life-threatening event. Brain haemorrhage is a condition in which blood leaks out of blood vessels over the surface of the brain. The nerve terminals that are close to the bleeding area get irritated by the blood, causing excruciating headaches.” Other brain haemorrhage symptoms that are similar to that of migraine’s include vomiting and changes in behaviour, such as depression or euphoria.

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TOOTH PAIN

Ignoring tooth pain just because you don’t want to go to the dentist isn’t a very smart idea. If you have a throbbing tooth, chances are the tooth’s nerve has become damaged.

If left untreated, bacteria in your mouth can infect the nerve and subsequently spread throughout your body. Dr Abdalla explains, “A tooth infection can spread to the brain and result in brain abscess, a potentially fatal condition in which the brain swells due to the accumulation of infected brain cells, white cells, live and dead bacteria, and fungi in one area. A tooth infection can also affect the inner layers of the heart and its valves, leading to heart failure.”

SIDE STITCH

Experiencing a side stitch, an intense stabbing pain under the lower edge of the ribcage, when you haven’t been exercising might indicate appendicitis. “Appendicitis occurs when the interior of the appendix becomes filled with something that causes it to swell, such as mucus, stool, or parasites,” says Dr. Abdalla. “The organ soon becomes dangerously inflamed, resulting in a severe side pain.” Another possibility for side stitch in women is a ruptured ovarian cyst.

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“A sharp pain in the stomach could mean a lot of things,” says Dr. Abdalla. “It could signal appendicitis, intestinal blockages, stomach ulcers, or pancreas problems – all serious conditions that need to be treated right away.” He adds that a sharp pain in the lower abdomen accompanied with bloating is often associated with the onset of ovarian cancer. “If you experience this kind of pain almost daily for more than three weeks, go to the doctor immediately.”

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Heart disease is the number one cause of deaths worldwide, which is why Dr. Abdalla says chest pains are nothing to ignore. “A little pain in the chest is more dangerous than you think,” he says. “It can lead to a completely closed vessel and eventually result in a heart attack. And unfortunately, this can happen to anyone at any age; even people in their 20s can get a heart attack if they ignore the initial signs.” He adds that chest pains tend to differ from person to person. “For some people, a chest pain is provoked by exercise, while for others, it occurs at rest. Its intensity also tends to differ, ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain.”

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Do eyes really get sunburnt? Is it really that essential that I wear sunglasses when out?

Khadija, Dhahran The gentle breezes and bright sunshine of spring and summer entice people young and old to enjoy more time outdoors. Whether you’re spending the day at the beach or just relaxing on the patio with a good book, sunscreen is a necessity when you’re outside. While it’s always important to protect the skin, there’s another sun-sensitive organ that too often gets ignored: the eyes.

“Eye health is important all year long, but spring and summer months can be particularly harsh on eyes,” says Dr. Justin Bazan, Optometrist. “A few simple proactive steps today can have a dramatic effect on eye health for decades to come.” Here are simple tips from Dr. Bazan that anyone can take to improve eye health and protect eyes from sun and other outdoor elements:

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Throw On That Hat. Head gear isn’t just fashionable during warm weather months; it’s also extremely functional when it comes to protecting eyes from the harsh sun.

Wide-brimmed hats are best, especially if you’re planning to spend a lot of time outdoors, such as a day boating or afternoon gardening. The wider the brim, the more the hat will deflect sunshine overhead and from the sides.

“Keep in mind, the sun’s UV rays are typically the strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., so be sure to wear your favourite hat during peak hours. But, don’t forget about times when the sun is along the horizon between the times of 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., which is in our direct line of site. This gives our eyes tremendous UV exposure. Prime times for when people are outside exercising!” reminds Dr. Bazan.

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Moisture Is Key. Dry air, bright skies, wind, air-conditioning, and the high levels of microscopic allergens associated with warm weather months can dry out your eyes quickly. If it feels like your eyes are dryer than usual, try blinking a few times and make a habit of doing so more frequently. If that doesn’t help, a few drops of an over-the-counter eye lubricant can help. Also, be aware of fans and air-conditioners blowing directly in your face, which can quickly dry out eyes. “If chronic dry-eye conditions persist, it’s important to visit your eye care provider for an eye exam,” Dr. Bazan says.

Don’t Forget About Food. The fresh fare of the season is packed with nutrients good for the eyes. Next time you visit the grocery store or farmers market, keep an eye out for some vitamin-packed foods that provide key nutrients for eye-health; fill your plate with: Vit C: oranges, strawberries, papaya, and green peppers. Betacarotene: yellow and deep orange produce like mangos, peaches, sweet potatoes, and carrots. Zinc: beef, lamb, eggs, milk, and whole grains. Omega-3s: leafy green vegetables, nuts, fish, and fish-oil supplements. “A few simple steps can help anyone maintain eye health and ensure you can enjoy time outdoors now with healthy eyes for many years to come,” says Dr. Bazan.

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“Remember, cloudy days can be deceptive,” Dr. Bazan says. “Even when the sky is overcast, UV rays still pass through and can damage eyes, so always keep quality sunglasses handy.”

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Sunglasses Are A Must. Like SPF for the eyes, sunglasses are essential during sunny and warm weather months. When shopping, look for lenses with both 100% UVA/UVB protection, which will help to reduce the risk of burning your retina, cornea, or the delicate skin around the eyes. Want even more UV protection? Look for products that offer an EPF (eye protection factor) certified rating. It’s the lens plus the frame that can make the difference. Solar Comfort sportwrap sunglasses and Solar Shield fits over sunglasses for eyeglass wearers are now lab-tested for maximum UV protection and recently received the EPF CERTIFIED Seal, which provides more than 95% total frame and lens eye protection from the sun’s damaging rays. Visit www.solarshield.com or www.solarcomfort.com to learn more.

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Within Taking care of your skin, both inside and outside, is vital. Glowing skin is a feel-good factor that reflects good health. A little effort is all it takes to get beautiful skin, says Sonja Svensek…

You Are What You Eat

As irritating as it sounds, what you put inside your body will reflect on the outside. If junk food and fizzy drinks are the main constituents of your diet, it’s only a matter of time before your skin starts responding negatively to them. Cellulite, spots and rashes are just some of the nasties that are reflected on your skin because of poor diet choices.

Our skin has a lifecycle of 21 to 28 days, meaning that we are presented with opportunities every single month to incorporate healthy changes in our diet to keep our skin clear. So use this time wisely and develop a taste for fruits and vegetables.

Fresh fruits in summer, like plums, peaches, or nectarines, are rich sources of phytonutrients and

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antioxidants. Research has shown that fruits that are sources of antioxidants help protect the skin from the potentially cancer-causing ultraviolet rays. When it comes to veggies, green leafy vegetables like spinach are the main source of antioxidants; these reduce blackheads, inflammations, and pimples. And fruits and vegetables that are good sources of vitamins A, C and E do wonders for the skin.

Cleanse, Tone, Moisturise

Skincare is a three-step regime: Cleanse, tone and moisturise.

Expensive lotions and potions will work, but due to the skin’s renewal cycle, it might take up to three weeks for any product to really show results. For an easy

do-it-yourself cleanser, rub slices of raw potato onto your face and cleanse with cucumber if you have large pores. For oily skin, use fresh tomato paste because it effectively peels off dead skin cells. Applying natural yoghurt as a mask is suitable for all skin types, while rubbing fresh lemon on darkened areas is a good exfoliator and skin lightener because it effectively removes dead skin.

There are plenty of moisturizers in the market today and choosing the right one for your skin can be a tedious task. If a moisturiser feels right on your skin, without leaving a greasy film or clogging your pores, it’s the right one for you; this is the simplest rule for choosing a moisturiser. Keep in mind that it doesn’t have to be expensive; there are a

Plump It rinsing your face with cold water tightens pores and gives you a temporary plumping effect.

lot of cheaper options available that are packed with natural ingredients such as vitamin C, grapes, and white tealeaves. A very important and effective ingredient is Jojoba oil. Ideally, moisturizers should be applied twice daily with extra care given to elbows, knees and hands because these tend to get very dry.

Body Care

Before taking a shower, use a body-brush to firmly exfoliate your entire body because it removes dead skin cells, allowing the new skin to breathe. Some products are gentle enough to be used daily and these are your best bet.

After you shower, apply Johnson & Johnson Baby Oil because it locks in moisture and keeps your skin smooth. And when

you’re ready to hit the sack, apply Vaseline on the dry patches of your face and body because it nourishes them back with softness. Surprisingly, Vaseline is also very good for eyebrows, eyelashes, and lips.

If you suffer from a spotty back, treat it as you would treat your face, by applying anti-spot creams and moisturizers regularly. For the rest of your body, a simple cream like Dove or Nivea should keep your skin bump and rough free. Remember that your neck and chest need care too, so don’t forget to moisturise them as well.

And we all know how important it is for the skin to smell good; so since a lot of body creams are fragrance-free, applying a few drops of your favourite perfumed oil to them should make you feel

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Makeup Or Make Not?

It might sound like an old wives tale, but those who hardly wear makeup are usually the ones with better skin. Remember that your skin needs to breathe, so try substituting hard-core makeup products with natural ones. You can substitute foundations with tinted moisturizers. You should also remove your makeup before you sleep because it not only clogs your pores, but it’ll also trigger fine lines and blemishes.

Most makeup removers are either oil or wax based, and only some of these are capable of removing grime. Regular soap will strip your natural oils, so choose a facial wash that suits your skin and keeps you happy.

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I want naturally vibrant skin but don’t know how to achieve it; can you help?

Majda, Riyadh

Looking to achieve naturally glowing skin, but have no clue where to begin? You’re not alone. With today’s deluge of complex beauty treatments and seemingly endless beauty aisles, it’s time to simplify.

Dr. Ellen Marmur, author of Simple Skin Beauty and spokesperson for Dove Advance Care Deodorant, helps us cut through the clutter with these dermatologist approved skin care trends.

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Natural Skin Beauty: In my practice, I see more and more women embracing a natural look when it comes to their beauty routine limiting the amount of makeup and focusing intently on skin care.

When it comes to achieving a naturally glowing look, my mantra is ‘protect, enhance, and troubleshoot’. Protection begins with regularly cleansing the skin and replenishing its moisture to restore balance.

Enhancing is where we get to embellish our best features by evening the skin tone using a light tinted powder and playing up the natural highlights of our face. For trouble spots, it’s important to treat only the affected area with a dermatologist recommended or prescribed treatment.

Confused about makeup? Having a problem making the most of your features? What products to use?

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Skincare doesn’t have to be complicated. These dermatologist approved beauty tips from Dr. Marmur will help you achieve better results with less hassle and confusion. Visit www.Dove.com for more information and tips.

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Sunscreen Gets Glam: For years you’ve heard about the importance of sunscreen, but with natural skin beauty on the rise, it has now taken centre stage. Sun protection is important 365 days a year to help keep wrinkles and discoloration at bay. Depending on how you apply your sunscreen, you may be getting only a fraction of the protection listed on the bottle. Therefore, I recommend women opt for higher SPF protection, between SPF 30 and SPF 50, and reapply every two hours or even more frequently when in direct sunlight, swimming, or working out.

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Multi-Tasking Beauty Products: In a world where every minute counts, it’s not surprising that women are continually looking for ways to streamline their morning routines. With advances in skincare technology, multi-tasking beauty products are rapidly increasing in popularity. These products are not only limited to makeup and moisturizers, they have now expanded into other categories such as deodorant. We don’t always think of our underarms as being beautiful, but it’s an area that requires special attention and care. I suggest using New Dove Advanced Care Anti-Perspirant/Deodorant, which is the only deodorant formulated with NutriumMoisture to provide softer, smoother armpits in just three days. Plus, it offers 48-hour odour and wetness protection for confidence all-day long.

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Talking Tech

Dad It’s Father’s Day and time to make dad feel extra loved again.

This is a special time in his life. It marks an end to the past year’s successes and the doorway to the next year’s challenges and opportunities. As you celebrate

New tech devices make the perfect gift for dad on Father’s Day…

this wonderful day, you may be wondering how to find the perfect gift for your dad. If you want something that showcases the importance of your father but also helps him out with his daily work challenges, then new

technology is a great choice.

Not sure what new technology devices are best for dad? The ideas listed below can help you find the perfect gift and provide a treasured present he will use on the road ahead:

Tablets. Tablets offer dad the opportunity to experience everything the Web has to offer in the palm of a hand. Boasting all-day battery life, Intelpowered tablets offer lightning-fast Web browsing, super-responsive apps, and seamless downloads so dad can do anything on the go. Tablets powered

by Intel come in a wide range of designs, sizes, and prices and run either Windows or Android. Check out the Dell Venue 8 Pro and the Toshiba Encore 8 for some great tablet options.

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2-in-1 Devices. For the father who is looking to have it all, a 2-in-1 device offers the experience of a PC and a tablet all in one sleek device. The latest 2-in-1 devices powered by the 4th generation Intel Core processor feature 50% better battery life, offering up to nine hours in some systems so you can leave the power cord behind. Busy dads will love being able to use their 2-in-1 devices in laptop form when they need to be productive and get work done, and then as a tablet when they want to sit back and be entertained. Looking for the latest models? The Lenovo IdeaTab Lynx and the Acer Aspire Switch 10 are two popular options.

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Portable All-In-One PCs. Does your dad have an old desktop computer just gathering dust in the corner?

Upgrade him to a portable all-in-one PC, like the HP ENVY Recline or the Dell XPS 18. Combining the performance of a full PC with tablet-like capabilities, and offering a clutter-free design that responds quickly to touch, Intel-powered portable all-in-one PCs are the ultimate entertainment and social hub for your father and are perfect for getting work done or enjoying game nights.

Dell XPS 18 The right device for dad should be one that not only best fits his lifestyle and computing needs but is also a cool, new piece of technology that will let him know that you’re proud of all that he does everyday for you and the family.

To learn more about the latest devices to choose from, visit www.intel.com.

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Brilliant Interiors

CELEB-INSPIRED spaces The Dolder Grand Hotel in Zurich, Switzerland, features exquisite suites that have been inspired by some of the most prominent international figures of our time. The harmonious interior designs of each of the rooms work together to express individual extravagance, and you can’t help but admire the sheer beauty of it all…

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The Maestro Suite is inspired by the legendary conductor Herbert von Karajan. Classical music influences the living room’s architecture, which evokes sophistication and poise. The spire’s dark red timberwork gives the space a classy feel, while the subtly coloured sofas and chaise longues add a distinctive club style. The dining room is a brighter and more elegant component of the suite as it brings together tasteful furniture with simple design elements. What really stands out in the room is the chandelier, which subtly complements the area’s pristine colour palette.

Inspired by Alberto Giacometti, Swiss artist and sculptor, the Carezza Suite features sculpturallyinfluenced fittings and furnishings. All the furniture and lightings are organic in shape, thus creating beautiful and inspiring works of art. The living room’s avant-garde personality comes from the large light-coloured sofas and dark-coloured lounge-style chairs, and it’s given an almost limitless sensation of space with ceiling-to-floor windows. The suite’s bedroom is crisp and clean, and it uses an earthy colour scheme to maintain overall design uniformity.

The Masina Suite is designed after Giulietta Masina, actress and wife of Federico Fellini.

The suite has a unique Italian interior, and it adds a touch of glamour of the 1950s cinema.

At the centre of the living room is an elegant, light-coloured Fendi sofa, which works with the night-blue couches and chairs to create a sense of smoky romance. The bejewelled chandeliers, exotic flowers, uniquely positioned TV screens, and a cosy fireplace are the main style-setters of the room as they give way to a space that’s feminine, modern, and vintage at the same time.

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The Suite 100 gets its unconventional extravagance from the Rolling Stones, a band that personifies the best of rock and roll. The mood of the interior is set by retro-style furniture and a predominantly black and pink décor that’s reminiscent of the swinging sixties. The living room is equipped with corner sofas and pink loungers, and it’s brought to life with clubinspired lighting.

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Bern:

A Swiss Surprise Since 1993, the old town of Bern has been featured year after year in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Experience this city through our words and enjoy the charm of its age-old architecture, bustling life, and inspiring culture…

According to legend, Bern was named after the first animal (which was a bear) killed by Count Berchtold V of Zähringen while he was hunting. The original city was built with timber, which proved to be disastrous a couple of years later as the city was burnt to the ground. Reconstruction in sandstone began immediately and by the 17th century, most of the houses had been rebuilt in new material. This is why the original architecture has remained intact up to the present day. Now the city is both the capital of the Canton of Bern and the seat of Swiss government, with exciting sights to see and sounds to hear at every nook and corner.

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can observe both indoor and outdoor plants and gain insight into the Swiss flora, learn about the endangered species, and experience the true magic of breathtaking Swiss landscapes.

There are also three other show houses that focus on tropical and subtropical vegetation. The Palm House is a collection of agricultural plants, the Fern House contains plants from tropical mountains, and the third show house is dedicated to dry climate vegetation. The gardens are truly a must-see for every nature lover.

If you’re looking for educational entertainment but without having to burn your pockets, we suggest a trip to the Zoological Gardens?

These beautiful gardens are nestled between the River Aare and Dählhölzli Forest and are home to more than 200 different animal species. You can explore the wild side of these gardens by observing the natural habitats of

rare species such as the basilisk lizard, free-flying butterflies, fire weavers, fish otters, musk oxen, lynx, wolves, elks, reindeer, and ibises.

The amount of museums this city houses is more or less equal to the number of malls in Jeddah! From art, to Einstein, to Bears, you can find a museum on almost anything that has been related to Bern. At the Museum of Fine Arts, you can find works by major contemporary artists like Paul Klee, Pablo Picasso, Ferdinand Hodler, and Meret Oppenheim. At the Einstein House, copies of documents and some of his writings give the visitors insight on his scientific work. If your children get bored with all the history, take them to the famous Bern Puppet Theatre, where they can enjoy the skilful art of puppetry.

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main shopping streets in this city, located right in the centre of town. Thanks to six kilometres of arcades, Bern has one of the longest covered promenades in Europe. These covered shopping areas will ensure that you enjoy your shopping experience in the worst of weathers. The old town also has dozens of inviting restaurants and cafes where you unwind and enjoy a good meal after your tiring shopping spree.

If you want to catch a bit of the local market action, head on to Bundesplatz and Münsterplatz and experience haggling at its best.

When you’re done exploring the city’s heritage during the day, head on to some of its most popular clubs and enjoy the never-ending nightlife. The Bierhübeli Lounge is packed on Wednesdays and Thursdays thanks to its in-house DJs, while the Bierhübeli Underground is considered the hottest club to be spotted in. The ambience of this lounge-club

perfectly combines traditional architecture with modern interior design and technology. If you want your children to experience the nightlife as well, then pay a visit to the Bern club. Along with dance platforms, the cosy atmosphere of this club is also equipped with video projectors for animated cartoons and stunning laser shows.

For Jazz lovers, paying homage to the Marians Jazzroom is a must.

This laid-back, relaxed club has gained a reputation for being one of the best Jazz clubs in the world, where the top international stars from the international Jazz and Blues scene perform. Every week, the crowd sways to a different genre, which ranges from Jazz to Gospel, Blues, Rhythm and Blues, and Soul. This is truly the place where you can witness the works of world renowned artists without having to spend a fortune.

Other hot nightlife spots include Matte, Marzili, Stufenbau Ittigen,

Guisanplatz and Gutrtenbahn.

Getting around in the city is very simple thanks to the well-networked and extensive trams and bus lines. MOONLINER night buses are the most preferred transport mode for people who indulge in the city’s nightlife.

These buses connect all the happening nightspots to the main station from where travellers can move on to their final destination.

There are also regular connections from the main railway station in all directions, so whether you want to move from one end of the city to another, there’s always a convenient mode of transportation available at your disposal.

Apart from these exciting excursions, you can also take advantage of the numerous adventure sports that are carried out throughout the city. There’s absolutely nothing you can’t find in Bern and it’s a must-see city for anyone who enjoys experiencing different cultures. www.dazzle-magazine.com

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Amaze Recipes

Summer Delights

Asparagus With Honey Vinaigrette

June is the on-set of summer, and with it comes de lightful herbs and vegetab les that make delectable dis hes‌

Prep: 30 minutes Cooking: 10 minutes Serves: 4

Method:

1.

For the dressing, strip the leaves and finer stalks off the thick stems of the herbs. Pile the leaves into a liquidizer and add all the remaining ingredients.

2. Liquidize to a smooth emulsion, taste and adjust the seasoning. Pour into a jug.

3. Trim the tough lower part of the root from

the asparagus. Cook in lightly salted water, simmering gently, for about 5-8 minutes until just tender.

4.

Drain and run quickly under cold water to set the colour and prevent overcooking.

5. Serve the asparagus warm or at room

temperature with the dressing.

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Mascarpone Ta

Strawberry

Mascarpone Tart Prep: 45 minutes Cooking: 10 minutes Serves: 6-8

Method:

1. For the crumb case, melt the butter in a small saucepan.

2. Place the biscuits in a food processor and process to fine crumbs (alternatively, place in a plastic bag and bash with a rolling pin, taking care not to split the bag).

3. Mix the crumbs thoroughly with the melted butter and

spoon into a 25cm diameter loose-bottomed flan tin. Press the crumbs firmly over the base and up the sides of the tin to cover completely. Transfer to the fridge to chill until firm.

4. For the filling, place the egg yolk into a bowl with the

caster sugar and whisk together.

5. Add the mascarpone and beat until thoroughly combined.

Stir in the vanilla essence.

6.

In a separate bowl, beat the egg white with a clean whisk until stiff peaks form when the whisk is removed from the bowl. Gently fold the egg white into the mascarpone mixture.

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250g Mascarpon e cheese 250g Fresh straw berries,

hulled, thin ly sliced 2 Drops vanilla essence 1 Large freerange egg,

separated 1 Tbsp caster sugar

7.

Remove the biscuit case from the fridge. Spoon the mascarpone mixture into the biscuit case and gently smooth the top with a spatula. Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the mascarpone.

8. Transfer to the fridge and chill. Remove the tart from the fridge 20 minutes before serving.

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Dazztrology Aries March 21 - April 20 There’s a great deal of positive energy moving into your home and private life. All kinds of interesting things are happening there and you’re naturally in the mood to focus on your happy home. However, your career is finally able to make progress now that Pluto is no longer under attack from Uranus. You could feel a squeeze when trying to schedule enough time in the day to fully focus on both your home and your professional goals. But if anyone can handle it, it’s you!

Taurus April 21 - May 21 Much of the drama of the last few months has finally ended. You still have the occasional short-term challenges, but nothing as big and ugly as what you were dealing with before. You’re still experiencing positive financial growth and opportunities as well as some great social and commercial energy. You’re getting along well with most people and able to persuade them to see things from your point of view.

Gemini May 22 - June 21 Your financial problems have died down and you’re able to make progress and set new goals within this area of your life. Your professional life is still a bit hazy, but overall you’re making it work, mostly by not pushing it and trying to force things.

You’re finding time to spend with friends and loved ones despite some scheduling conflicts and a bit of a tug-of-war for your attention now and then.

Cancer June 22 - July 23 Most, if not all, of the negativity of the last few months has finally ended. You still have some occasional little fires to put out here and there, but for the most part, you should be able to have fun, make progress towards professional goals, and begin healing relationships and/or spending time with friends after months of uptight dramas.

Leo July 24 - August 23 You’re dealing with some trust issues involving a friend, teammate, group, committee member, or internet entity. But, you’re also enjoying a lovely social life and are moving into a time when you’re ready for some quiet reflection. This month, you’re encouraged to take that much needed vacation and think about all that has happened and how you can bring more peace and balance into the various elements of your life.

Virgo August 24 - September 23 Your social life, teams, clubs, committee meetings, group activities, and/or internet projects are taking centre stage. You would still like to spend more time focusing on your loved ones, hobbies, and playtime activities, but your social obligations are demanding a lot of your time and energy. You’re able to enjoy yourself even if you’re feeling a bit torn between what the group wants from you and what you wish you were doing instead.

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By Skye Thomas Tomorrow’s Edge

Libra September 24 - October 23

You’re still making a lot of progress at work and you’re finding smart and creative ways to increase your profits. However, you’re still interested in traveling or political, cultural, academic, religious, or media related activities and the concept of learning and opening up to new philosophies. It might be messing with your performance at work. But, it’s also something you and your social, professional, or romantic partner can do together. It’s a good time for the two of you to go on vacation.

Scorpio October 24 - November 22 You still have a bit of uncertainty as to whether a romantic or financial partner can be trusted because Neptune is casting a shadow. But, it might just be creating an illusion, so you still need to base your actions on facts. But, this issue is finally ending. Now you’re able to focus on politics, religion, cultures, legal matters, academia, mass media, travel, and other global knowledge activities. This is a good time for you to enjoy an exotic vacation, sign up for classes, and broaden your horizons.

Sagittarius November 23 - December 21 This month, you’re alternating between productive days at work when you’re able to make progress towards achieving your financial and professional goals and spending quality time having fun with a lover, best-friend, or business partner. You don’t seem to be having any trouble creating balance between the two. You do sometimes have the occasional bit of drama but nothing major that would mess up your good mood.

Capricorn December 22 - January 20 You and your partner/rival have made a lot of progress towards working through your disagreements. Things aren’t quite perfect but you’ve agreed to a new start or you just found a new partner and are phasing out things with the old one. Either way, you’re making a fresh start when it comes to partnerships; this can include best-friends and business partners, not just romantic partners. Be open to new beginnings and new ways of treating each other. You’re moving towards a more positive relationship.

Aquarius January 21 - February 19 You can successfully conclude a team project, networking endeavour, committee membership, or internet-based project. You’re also able to launch a professional new beginning or key project and it appears to be going quite well despite lingering dramas from earlier this year. Most of the time, you’re happy and juggling all of life’s ups and downs without too much trouble. However, political, religious, academic, travel, and/or cultural arguments can really be annoying this month.

Pisces February 20 - March 20 This month is like a review of the year so far; you get a mini-version of all of the good and bad that you’ve dealt with so far. You get a bit of financial, romantic, social, and playtime related drama. You get a bit of excellent social and community oriented bonding. You get a little more of that great bargain hunting and negotiating business energy again. And you get upset about something or someone in your home or private life again. Don’t worry, none of the bad lasts too long and the good is really good. www.dazzle-magazine.com

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Last Word

On Fathers And

Fatherhood

“By the time a man realizes that maybe his father was right, he usually has a son who thinks he’s wrong.”

“My father always told me: Find a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.”

“I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection.”

“The father is always a Republican toward his son, and his mother’s always a Democrat.”

Charles Wadsworth

Sigmund Freud

“When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around.

But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years.”

Mark Twain

“The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.”

Tim Russert

“To be a successful father there’s one absolute rule: when you have a kid, don’t look at it for the first two years.”

Ernest Hemingway

“It is a wise father that knows his own child.”

William Shakespeare

“He didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.”

Clarence Budington Kelland

“You know, fathers just have a way of putting everything together.”

Erika Cosby

“I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well.”

Alexander the Great

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Jim Fox

Robert Frost

“You don’t have to deserve your mother’s love. You have to deserve your father’s. He’s more particular.”

Robert Frost

“Any man can be a Father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.”

Anne Geddes

“None of you can ever be proud enough of being the child of such a Father who has not his equal in this world - so great, so good, so faultless. Try, all of you, to follow in his footsteps and don’t be discouraged, for to be really in everything like him none of you, I am sure, will ever be.

Try, therefore, to be like him in some points, and you will have acquired a great deal.”

Queen Victoria of England

“For thousands of years, father and son have stretched wistful hands across the canyon of time, each eager to help the other to his side, but neither quite able to desert the loyalties of his contemporaries. The relationship is always changing and hence always fragile; nothing endures except the sense of difference.”

Alan Valentine

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