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Valentine’s 2019 Edgars Club @ 4 years
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Contents
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Regulars
04 CONTRIBUTORS 05
ED’S LETTER
06 JOIN THE CLUB 08
EDGARS HOSPITAL CASH PLAN
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CLUB MEMBERS ALERT
ON THE COVER
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11 CASH CHALLENGE 12
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
14 MARKETING DESK
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15 CLUB VOUCHER 16 EDGARS NEWS 84 WINNERS PAGE
ON THE COVER
Shop Smart 18
THE GUIDE
20 VALENTINE’S 26
NITE LITE
29 SHARP 36 MAKEOVER COMPETITION
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VALENTINES
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IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY DANTS MEDIA
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EDITORIAL
Group Editor Tsitsi Mutendi Publisher: DanTs Media
CONTRIBUTORS DESIGN AND PRODUCTION
Photography Optimass Art Creative Director Daniel Mutendi Make-Up Artist Make up by Gamu Hair Stylist Pamela Nyamupfukudza (0773390251) Administration Nastacia Matthews Graphics Ruvimbo Nyakudya Jewellery supplied by Deekawzee
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Preproduction and design DanTs Media
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Look Smart 38 LOOK SMART 39
THE BEAUTY BUZZ
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YOUR WEDDING DAY
FOR EDGARS
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Marketing Executive Rumbie Dzimba Brand Manager Dorothy Makwalo Stylist Marshall Malikula Communications Liaison Farirai J Macheka Financial Services Bright Ndlovu
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48 DINNER FOR TWO 53 SWEET TREATS 54 LIVE HEALTHY
For magazine-related queries, contact DanTs Media 17 Mold Crescent, Harare, admin@jewelmagazine.co.zw All prices and online versions of Edgars Club magazine are correct at the time of going to press. This issue features products which will be in stores in January 2019.
56 NOTE BOOK 58 DIET DANGERS 61
ROMANTIC AFRICA
66 WALK YOUR TALK 69 RIGHT RUG SIZE 72 CLUB CRAMMER
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If we all worked on the assumption that what is accepted as true is really true, there would be little hope of advance.” Orville Wright
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f you get a moment to drop in-store, find out more about the Mi-Life funeral product now offered at Edgars. It’s geared to make your life a little bit more stress-free especially during the difficult time when a loved one passes. Which has proved to be very welcome. Please continue to sign up all your dependents (loved ones especially) on the Edgars Hospital Cash Plan. Check out the information we place in the magazine and sign up all your dependents. As always, flip through and give me some feedback by inboxing me at theclub@edgars.co.zw
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MY TOP PICKS THIS ISSUE
Happy Love Month!
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s we march into the second month of 2019, we close the longest month of the year with a slight sigh of relief. January has been joked to have 74+ days and then some. I want you to take a minute this February to embrace love. Not only because it is Valentine’s Day month but because Love is the source of all things. All things come from love and go to love. Strive for love, give more love than you get. You will find this month’s Club is filled with interesting reads. Reads that help us in our everyday lifestyle and life choices. My favourite article this month is the inspirational article. Its always an article I look forward to as I feel it helps me grow. More so this month’s article encourages us to remember that we are still in month two of the year and to eep focused on reaching their goals.
hospital and funeral plans through our innovative products Edgars Hospital Cash Plan and the Mi-Life Plan. These products enable you to support your loved ones and those who depend on you, should the worst happen in life.
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Edgars Club benefits
Join The
CLUB These are all the benefits available to our Club Members.
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Open an Edgars Account today and sign up to be an Edgars Club Member. These Great Edgars Club benefits for just s
REMEMBER! EDGARS CLUB BENEFITS CAN ONLY BE USED IF YOUR EDGARS ACCOUNT IS UP TO DATE. For more details visit www.edgarsstores.co.zw or email theclub@edgars.co.zw
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Cash payout of $10000 for each day spent in hospital when admitted for more than 48 hours. • A maximum payout per claim of $3 000-00 per event and $6 000-00 per year. • Immediate cover for • accident-caused admissions and 3 months’ waiting period for hospitalisation due to illness and 6 months’ waiting period for surgeries. • Claims paid within 5 working days when all claim-supporting documentation is submitted.
Your family Edgars Account debt relief or credit of $200 for hospitalisation of 7 days and above. • Edgars Account holder debt relief or credit of $200 for • hospitalisation of 7 days and above for an Edgars account holder. (Please read editorial from Financial services on page • 66 for more detail) Debt relief of the whole amount outstanding if the principal account holder dies. The Edgars Club Subscriber can also add dependents. The following conditions apply: • Cash payout of Edgars Club @ 4 years
$100-00 for an adult dependent and $50-00 for a child dependent for each day spent in hospital when admitted for more than 48 hours from premiums as low as $ 1.60 per adult and $1.00 per child. A maximum payout per claim of $3 000-00 for an adult dependent per event and $1 50000 for a child dependent to $6 000-00 and $3 000-00 per year respectively. • Immediate cover for accident-caused admissions and 3 months’ waiting period for hospitalisation due to illness and 6 months’ waiting period
for surgeries. • Claims paid within 5 working days when all claim-supporting documentation is submitted.
Your savings • You can upgrade your account and pay over 6 months. This comes with an additional 25% increase in credit. • Discount/Savings Vouchers. If you redeem the voucher you are actually only paying $1 bi-monthly towards your Club subscription • $3,000 monthly competition giveaways
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Your life • Monthly Accounts payout • Beauty Hampers • Club Discount on Sale merchandise • Health issues discussed • Holiday Getaway destinations • Edgars Education Bursary
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Your style
• Free Edgars Club Magazine • Trend News, Fashion Advice & Fashion Catalogue • Celebrity News and profiling
IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ: TERMS & CONDITIONS OF EDGARS CLUB MEMBER BENEFITS To claim Edgars Death benefit – account pay off, Edgars Club payments must be up to date at time of death, and you must have been an Edgars Club member for at least 3 months. The claim must be submitted within 30 (thirty days) of the date of death and all legal documentation must be submitted with the claim, as per insurance industry norms.
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EDGAR EFITS: MEMBER BEN PAYOUT * $100 A DAY UNT CREDIT O C C A 0 0 2 $ * DAYS SPENT RELIEF FOR 7 IN HOSPITAL RELIEF * 100% DEBT UPON DEATH
EDGARS HOSPITAL CASH PLAN The Edgars Hospital Cash Plan is not medical aid but a perfect cover against loss of income in the event of a family member being hospitalised formore than 48hrs. A member’s policlub
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Join The Edgars Club, Sign up for the Edgars Hospital Cash Plan and enjoy great benefits. cy will be able to cover a spouse, the children and any other relative they wish to be added to the policy. The Edgars Hospital Cash Plan gives you peace of mind and comfort in times of difficulty due to hospitalisation of either yourself or a family member. At a rate of $100 and $50 per day that you are admitted in hospital for an adult and a child respectively, it is a good deal to cover you against loss of income. BENEFITS OF THE EDGARS HOSPITAL CASH BACK PLAN * A cash payout of US$100 for each day for an adult and US$50 for a child Edgars Club @ 4 years
financial services advertorial for each day spent in hospital when admitted for more than 48 hours. The maximum payout per claim is US$3,000 for adults per event and US$1500 for children and US$6,000 and US$3,000 per year respectively. * Dreaded disease benefit/Chronic ailments cover e.g. cancer * Immediate accident cover and three months’ waiting period for illness * Premiums are payable a month in advance by the 5th of every month * No medical examinations are required PLAN OPTIONS RECIPIENTS
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ADULT Dependent U18 Dependent
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FOR THE ACCOUNT HOLDERS ONLY:* $200 Account credit relief for over 7days in hospital.
* Death benefit of account balance clearance. ***NB: Membership is automatic for the account holder. All other beneficiaries MUST BE added by the account holder by coming in-store. BIGGEST ADVANTAGES FOR YOU * Use the cash in any way you wish to e.g paying school fees, utility bills etc * Cash payouts of US$100 and US$50 for adults and kids respectively * Pays up to $3,000 and $1,500 for adults and kids per event if you are in hospital (after 48 hours) * Add as many dependents as you wish * Pre-existing conditions/ailments covered (including HIV/Aids) * Should you be diagnosed with HIV/Aids or any chronic ailment after the commencement of your policy, you will be covered * Immediate accident cover and three months’ waiting period for illness *** EDGARS ACCOUNT HOLDERS WHO ARE CLUB MEMBERS ARE AUTOMATICALLY COVERED
A plan that covers you and your loved ones
OPEN YOUR ACCOUNT NOW WITH EDGARS CLUB Please note all EHCP claims MUST be made within 30 days of patient being discharged from the hospital. This is exclusive to club members only. Please call Edgars Club Customer Care line if you are unsure about the product and would like more information. This product is underwritten by FBC Insurance Company Limited (a member of the FBC Group). Edgars Club @ 4 years February 2019 club
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Edgars Hospital Cash Plan Members ALERT
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Club members are now required to notify Edgars within 72 hours of their hospital admission for their claims to be valid. Members should provide the following details: * Edgars account number * Full name of the member hospitalised, * Name of hospital, * Date and time of hospitalization. Club members should email finserv@edgars.co.zw; sms/ whatsapp/call +263782711734 and leave the required details.
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CASH CHALLENGE BONANZA! WINNER!
FIRST PRIZE winner of the Cash Challenge will get a cash prize of $500 which you get to spend however you like, wherever you like. In addition to this you get to choose an educational institution, in the rural areas, to which we donate cash. This is only open to Edgars Club members. To enter please see below.
US$300
2ND PRIZE
2ND PRIZE winner of the Cash Challenge will get a cash prize of $300 which you get to spend however you like, wherever you like. In addition to this you get to choose an educational institution, in the rural areas, to which we donate cash. This is only open to Edgars Club members. To enter please see below. Winners for the February issue will be announced in the next issue when all entries have been considered.
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THIRD PRIZE
US$500
Winners in more ways than one! As a Club member you will receive this fantastic benefit....
SECOND PRIZE
GRAND PRIZE
Cash Challenge
US$200
3RD PRIZE
3RD PRIZE winner of the Cash Challenge will get a cash prize of $200 which you get to spend however you like, wherever you like. In addition to this you get to choose an educational institution, in the rural areas, to which we donate cash. This is only open to Edgars Club members. To enter please see below. Please check page 86 for competition entry guidelines.
EDUCATIONAL BONUS? WHAT IS THE EDUCATIONAL BONUS? With every Issue the Edgars Club makes a donation to educational institutions through their Club members. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? This means every Issue, you, the winners of our Cash Challenge, choose an educational institution we donate money to for its development. The institution must be in a rural area.
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social responsibility
MY Zimbabwe, MY Responsibility
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Horses assist healing children Chihambakwe Primarywith in disabilities Gutu
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ave you ever imagined that there is more to a horse than riding it for sport or recreational purposes? Horse riding always sounds like a perfect weekend getaway activity - right? Well, it is, and unbeknown to many, horses are remarkable for people with disabilities and illnesses. Horses are deemed as great therapeutic partners as they can mirror and respond to human behaviour. “Horses respond
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within the same spectrum of physical and emotional responses that govern their behaviour allowing insight into the inner psychology of the client� highlights Joshua Thaisen global health journalist and documentary photographer As part of our CSR initiatives, Edgars Zimbabwe donated $1000 to the Healing with horses Therapeutic Centre. The Centre offers therapy to disadvantaged children and adults with disabili-
ties. Currently the centre is catering for children from Sandra Jones Centre and King George VI Centre. Horses possess profound therapeutic powers when interacting with disadvantaged human beings. They assist in human rehabilitation programmes known as equine facilitated therapy. The Healing with horses Therapeutic Centre`s horse riding therapy programme is focused on improving many different disabilities and illnesses including Edgars Club @ 4 years
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grooming walking and riding the horses. “Simply taking adults or children with disabilities into an outdoor environment can start the therapeutic process, as they will be interested and distracted from their day to day life,” says Frank Thorogood, UK based farm owner and avid fan of the role that horses play in therapy. To understand the incredible difference that horse therapy can make visit Healing with horses Therapeutic Centre Zim-
babwe`s www.healingwithhorseszimbabwe.com As Edgars CSR team we will continue putting smiles by supporting the worthy causes to ensure that the world is a better place to be. Let`s spread the love. Thank you our valued customers for your continued support for the Club Magazine. We are because you are. The Edgars CSR Team.
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Behind the scenes from our Valentine's Edition shoot
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he month of February is an exciting month, as we eagerly await the 14th – the one day in the year where globally many go out of their way to dress in red, white and or black in celebration of Valentine’s Day.
than share with you our February edition which is punched with content tailored to ensure you and your loved ones celebrate in style. Our Fashion pages are fresh with 2019 trends and styles designed to ensure you look perfect for We are excited about that dinner date or a this season as it marks night out. We have an the celebration of love amazing team of staff and what better way in store who are lookfor us to celebrate ing forward to assist club
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you to look your best and to choose the appropriate accessories to ensure you paint the town “Red”! We urge you to continue supporting The Club by entering competitions. We have several of them in each edition, and these are exclusive Club member benefits that you are entitled to. every month we will be giving away over $2,500 worth of cash and clothing vouchers with an additional $10,000 that Edgars Club @ 4 years
goes to rural schools selected by our Cash challenge winners.
our Downtime cooking section this month for those of us who are creative and like We also have an excit- to keep it real. Why ing makeover compe- not try our recipes on tition hosted by our page 50 and surprise in-house stylist – Mar- your loved ones with a shal Malikula were gourmet meal includ1 lucky Club meming dessert to show ber gets a complete how much you love makeover courtesy and appreciate them. of Edgars. It is always a pleasure meeting We value your feedour winning customback and encourage er when they come you to write to us with through to get styled. your Valentine’s story, Be sure to enter the your in store shopping makeover competition experience, or what this month and get ad- you love about The ditional styling tips to Club. Should you have enhance your image. an article you would like published in fuWe have added a ture editions, please touch of romance in don’t hesitate to get in
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touch with us. Keep your account up to date to get maximum benefits out of your Edgars account. Here’s to a Valentine’s Day filled with good food, good wine and especially good friends like you. Hope your day brings just what you want it to. Thank you for being the loyal and caring customer that you are. We at Edgars love and appreciate you. HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY. Edgars Marketing Team
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ALL WE CAN SAY IS WOW!!!
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Name: Malvin Tinago(Husband and Wife) Prize: 4 plate gas stove and tank
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Edgars Fashion Extravaganza promotion, kicked off with a big bang on 1 October 2018 and was open to all our valued customers. The promotion ended on a high on 10 November 2018 after running for 5 weeks. The promotion guaranteed participating customers a chance to win great prizes for the whole family. The Fashion Extravaganza final draw was held on the 24th of November 2018 at Edgars ZB Centre and saw Nelly Marira from Zvishavane grabbing the grand prize and walking away $10 000 richer. Six (6) Lucky Provincial winners,
news We’ve got the scoop on what’s happening at Edgars. Pictures by Edgars Staff
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Anastacia Nyakunu (Manicaland), Malvin Tinago (Manicaland), Nomsa Dube (Bulawayo), Sipho Moyo (Masvingo), Benjamin Mahungo (Chiredzi), Tanyanyiwa Ray Tinago (Manicaland) walked away with gas stoves and gas cylinders . The renowned clothing giant lived up to its promise and handed over prizes to the Fashion Extravaganza 7th edition winners. The prize handover ceremony was held at the winners’ respective branches. A huge shout out and congratulations to all the winners and all our customers for the support and making this promotion a success. We look forward to creating more excitement and to improve our promotion for the benefit of our customers. The countdown to October 2019 Fashion Extravaganza has begun.
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he worst for any single is all of the gooey social media posts; best Bae, you rock my world hun, hearts, flowers, bears, and balloons so on and so forth; all over the timeline. It’s not jealous - it’s more FOMO with an innocent tinge of envy. In typical me style I am sure some singles will be rolling their eyes all the way to the back of their head, screaming “Can we stop this hype already!”
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- PLAN FOR SOME “ME” TIME It kind of sucks, truth be told. No one else will enjoy your company unless you are comfortable in you own solitude. Psych yourself up so you do not feel the need to urgently “fill the vacancy,” This will only end up in heartbreak.
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Plan on being alone, and if you happen to get lucky, that’s fine. Bottom line - look inside you for fulfillment.
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– SPREAD BROTHERLY/SISTERLY LOVE Turn Valentines into Girl- A – ntines or Bro – lantines day now while you wait for cupid to come your way. Plan for some fun brunch or Braai with fellow singles. It doesn’t hurt inviting opposite sex singles that are single and searching too. Who knows whose lucky day it could be? Better still you are celebrating your friendships while you are at it…
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– SPEND MONEY ON YOU I am not trying to be the Grinch that stole Valentines Day but go on and spoil yourself. Take yourself to the Spa, buy that designer pair of shoes, Upgrade your phone, read up on information on how to save for an investment. … Options are limitless, so
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knock your self out! This is your only chance to avoid these often too commercialised holidays..
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– YOU ARE ACTUALLY STRESS FREE! A bad relationship can be very daunting, toxic actually. In this case being single is a blessing. YOU ARE DRAMA FREE so celebrate that. Take time to
Sounds drastic but delete their contacts and unfollow them on digital platforms, you certainly do not want to see them flaunting with whoever they are dating now. You
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SINGLES GUIDE TO SURVIVING VALENTINES DAY
lick your wounds and heal. Take this time to deal with past, get your self in good headspace. Never fall into the re – bound trap. Take your sweet time FOCUS on you and CELEBRATE!
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– CUT ALL TIES! Whatever you do, cut all ties with your ex.
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do not need such negative energy. Make new friends; put yourself out there so your chances of meeting new people are higher. Written by Marshall Malikula February 2019
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VALENTINES
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to start prepping the ultimate date night (or day) outfit. ... Nothing says Valentine’s Day Edgars Club @ 4 years club February 2019 quite like the color red.
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Have a burning desire to stand out from the crowd? Red Devil will let people know you ’re here to light up the party. It ’s called the red suit effect, and if you haven’t heard of it, it ’s the phenomenon whereby humans are perceived to be better looking Edgars Club @ 4 years
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Frilled two tone dress and Men’s suit Some color combinations stand the test of time, through trends and fads and color ins-and-outs of the design timeline. Black and red (sometimes with a bit of white) is just such a colour scheme. The combination is inherently aesthetically powerful, with red’s association with and representation of life, vigor, and fire, and black’s dark, grounding force. Edgars Club @ 4 years
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Nite Lite
Create the perfect scene of seduction with our sexy valentines lingerie, nightwear and accessories. Sensual silks and finest lace pieces make the perfect gift.
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Floral cold shoulder dress, Skater dress The floral trend still continues from previous years with prints on everything else. Be prepared to embrace your inner lady with floral print dresses. Edgars Club @ 4 years
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This trend is about getting clever with the high per formance ingredients we have, pushing the boundaries in technology and also textile.
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makeover competition
WIN A MAKEOVER
Enter our competition and stand a chance to win a brand new look!
Let our creative stylist Marshall Malikula treat you to a brand new head-to-toe makeover. You will win a new look courtesy of Edgars Stores Zimbabwe, as well as a professional photoshoot that will appear in the next edition of The Edgars Club Magazine. To enter you must be an active club account holder and you must email us: 1. Your picture and 2. A 200 word motivation as to why you deserve to receive a makeover. Send your email to theclub@edgars.co.zw
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Ts & Cs apply.
Marshall Malikula
Stylist & Grooming Consultant: Marshall Malikula is a Professional Stylist and Image consultant with a proven track record, for internationally acclaimed fashion brands across Southern Africa. Fashion and all things visual are his second nature. He has a vast wealth of experience in styling fashion shows, photo shoots, beauty pageants, corporate and personal grooming. More recently he started styling for a popular music programme on ZTV. His wide array of knowledge of fashion has seen him write for The Newsday, Zimbabwe Standard, Echo newspaper a weekly in Botswana as well as contributions to the Jet, Zimbabwe blog. Naturally, Marshall finds great joy and pride in transforming people, work and living spaces. His mantra is “No matter how you feel. Get up, Dress up, Show up and never give up!� club
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We are excited that one of our customers, Ruvimbo heeded the call to come through and get styled to show our pretty mummies out there that we have a beautiful and comfortable range in-store for you in our Du Date collection which you can dress up or down. Enjoy our first Preggies Makeover
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We took up the challenge from our Readers to Makeover expectant Mothers because they were feeling left out. Besides, who said pregnancy has to look drab? We are putting it out there, physical condition is not a barrier! Apply for Club Makeover, who knows it could be you next!
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RUVIMBO MUTENDERA
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BEAUTY Fondations, Eyelashes and skincare
Every day, natural makeup should be effortless, quick and easy, but achieving it requires skill and the ability to recognise what colours and tones suit your skin.
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look smart beauty EYELASHES CLEANSE Like your hair and skin – your eyelashes get dirty and also need protection from dust, sweat, and makeup. A great way to keep your eyelashes clean is to first apply a warm compress to your lid then wash your eyelashes with a very gentle baby shampoo at least three times a week. If you fail to keep your eyelashes clean, they won’t grow as well and may even fall out.
BEAUTY BUZZ
TINTED SUNSCREEN
Here’s where the benefits of tinted sunscreen We take a glimpse at what’s really kick in. Not only hot and happening in the does it replace the world of beauty. sunscreen application step in your beauty CHANEL N°5 routine, it can also be EDP RED used in place of your EDITION moisturiser and even For the first time your foundation! ever and for a It covers limited time only, A tinted sunscreen the world’s most doesn’t just contain a eternal fragrance token wash of colour. meets Gabrielle Most decent tinted Chanel’s favorite sunscreens give the colour. N°5 LIMkind of coverage worITED EDITION thy of a light foundation.
FLAWLESS MAKEUP FINISH Black Opal TRUE COLOR Pore Perfecting Powder Foundation: A medium coverage foundation with a matte finish suitable for oily skin. Silky crème foundation that dries to a smooth matte powder finish has a hypoallergenic formula to help control shine. Edgars Club @ 4 years
Black Opal Total Coverage Concealing Foundation: Cover up any major blemishes with the Total Coverage Concealing Foundation from cosmetic aces Black Opal. Use a sponge and apply this dermatologist tested concealer. February 2019
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Not sure which direction to take for your bridal glam look? We have advice for you here. Find your beauty aesthetic with these five methods for African brides.
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. MAXIMIZE YOUR. MELANIN. If you looked at the beauty industry a few years ago, it was hard to find your perfect shade of foundation as a woman of color. But today, you don’t have to look far to get that flawless bridal glow. With brands like Fenty, Huda Beauty, Nars, Bobbi Brown, Black Opal and Makeup For Ever, shade ranges are diverse
to match your exact base color and undertone. Whether you’re hiring a makeup artist for the wedding day or like to apply makeup yourself, finding a foundation that provides the right amount of coverage is equally important. You’ll also need to consider a foundation’s formula along with your skin type. A dewier finish works better for dry skin, Edgars Club @ 4 years
look smart beauty whereas a matte finish is ideal for oilier skin. Switching this order is a surefire way to make your face look parched or greasy at the end of the night—and nobody wants that. Bonus tip: Colorcorrecting with peach and green concealers are key helpers in banishing blemishes and discoloration.
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Take a note from Nigeria’s wedding makeup and be a daring bride if you want. Deeper colors like plum, burgundy, chocolate and scarlet flatter melanin-rich skin tones. These vibrant hues work well when used as an eye shadow, blush or lipstick. Your skin’s undertone, along with your hair and eye color, will clue you in to how far you can go. What’s most important, however, is that you feel confident and beautiful with a bolder makeup look. To enhance your lovely face further, make sure to contour and highlight with golden and Edgars Club @ 4 years
bronze tones. Another option to consider for the African American bride who wants to stand out is a shimmery cut crease with strong eyeliner, which often complements darker skin and simpler bridal gowns. Bonus tip: Make sure your makeup artist gives you or you get your own blotting papers.Your makeup artist will know how to keep shininess at bay, but it doesn’t hurt to have some oil-absorbing sheets if your nerves are causing some excess sweatiness. Lipstick is the one makeup item you should carry throughout the night so you can touch up often with your shade of choice. Bonus points if it’s moisturizing and can do double-duty as a lip balm.
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a timelessness you’ll appreciate when you look back at your wedding photos years later, according to celebrity makeup artist Melissa Hibbert. To create this look, an even canvas is key with subtle enhancements— meaning soft blush and an earth-toned smoky eye. Highlighting and contouring with products that are only a few shades different from your actual skin tone will add a pop to your features, while dark eyeliners and mascara define your eyes. Since the “no makeup” makeup look is so simple, you can incorporate some showstealing false eyelashes along with a pink-tobrown nude lipstick for extra glam. Bonus tip: Carry with you a Face Mist. One spritz of a high-quality face mist or makeup setter can do wonders—not only does it feel refreshing and calming for your skin, but it can help your makeup stay put too.
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. DON’T FORGET SKINCARE. Wearing makeup is no reason to let your skin get rough. In fact, taking care of your natural complexion will allow any cosmetic you apply to go on smoother. Building a regimen tailored to your skin’s needs will help you look radiant long before you walk down the aisle. For daily maintenance, implement double cleansing to purify your skin and prep it for toners, serums and moisturizers. Adding a physical or chemical exfoliant you can use up to three times per week helps minimize common skin concerns like acne and hyperpigmentation. It’s also important to not skimp on SPF during the day—darker skin tones are not immune from the sun’s harmful UV rays. A sunblock with an SPF of 30 is more than enough to protect your skin. Furthermore, those who have troubled skin types should schedule an appointment with a licensed dermatologist club
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or aesthetician at least a year before the wedding. It might sound like overkill, but seeing an expert sooner rather than later allows for skin-clearing treatments to be administered with adequate healing time. Just make sure the specialist you visit has experience working with darker skin tones.
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your hairstyle include the season, décor, wedding style and your dress, of course, to ensure your bridal look is cohesive.
We asked a stylist, What are your favorite tips and tricks for styling naturally curly hair, especially for a big event like a wedding? If a bride wears her hair down on most days then . PRIORITIZE YOUR I’d encourage her to wear HAIR. It’s easy to get her hair down on her big carried away with what day. One of the biggest your face and body will challenges of curly hair look like when you walk is that you never know down the aisle, but the what kind of hair day hairstyle you choose you’re going to get- will for your wedding day is it grow bigger and bigger just as important. With throughout the course naturally textured coils, of the day? Will it get sleek pressed tresses, wigs, frizzy? I’m a huge fan of weaves, extensions and twist-out styles and perm protective braids, there are rods with a touch of a countless styles African light styling gel like for brides can rock. For this special occasions because reason, it’s great to work they allow you to define with a stylist months in your hair and avoid the advance to get your hair surprise factor. on track. Receiving expert advice will not only help in determining your cut and colour, but also the overall condition of your mane. Other factors to keep in mind when picking
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What’s The Best Time Of Day To Work Out? Morning? Afternoon? Evening? Does it even matter?
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ing early evening workouts. A study published in the Journal Of Sports Sciences found that between 4 and 8 p.m. participants’ grip strength, vertical jump, and even reaction time were at their best compared to other times of day. But when it really comes down to it, the answer is pretty simple: The best time to work out is whenever you can do it. The busy moms, bosses, and athletes you’ll find here have perfected not only the sweat schedule that works for them, but also the motivation to keep it consistent. They’re not immune to feeling February 2019
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“meh”—they just have some tricks in their back pockets for getting out the door, whether it’s the first or very last thing they do.
(Full breakfast comes post-run.) Laying out everything you’ll need the night before can help you go from bed to gym in minutes.
JUST DO SOMETHING. There are definitely perks from sweating in the a.m. “Morning exercisers tend to have better adherence in the long run,” says Stephen Ball, Ph.D., a professor of exercise physiology and nutrition at the University of Missouri. “Life usually doesn’t get in the way as much at this time.” Starting with a healthy choice can also have a snowball effect throughout the day. Household too hectic to scoot out to the gym in the morning? Set your alarm just 10 or 15 minutes earlier and do a few simple stretches or body-weight moves by your bed.
BUDDY UP. Kimmel loves the accountability of a run group to help pull her out of bed in the morning. But you can score it with a long-distance friend too. Share your fitness goals, and ask for help in keeping on track. “My coach and I talk on the phone once or twice a week, and I never want to let him down and say I skipped a workout,” says Sellers.
START BEFORE YOU’RE READY. “People often wait until they’re in the habit of going to bed early before they start waking up for morning workouts,” says a, nurse anesthetist and runner-up at the 2018 Boston Marathon, who usually trains at 4 a.m. “But they’re never sleepy enough at night to turn in.” So flip the script: Trigger an earlier bedtime by getting up and working out—even if you don’t feel totally rested. The shortterm sacrifice will help cement your new routine. GET OUT ASAP. The longer you dillydally after you wake up, the easier it is to talk yourself out of your workout. She keeps breakfast short and sweet: a graham cracker and a big glass of water. club
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PENCIL IT IN. Evening exercise can blast stress before bed (hello, happy hour!), but last-minute dinner invites can be an endorphin buzzkill. Michelle Cheng is a regular at 8 p.m. Tone House classes; she books them a week ahead, then lets her friends know. “I set expectations. They don’t ask me to hang out at those times, and I don’t get FOMO.” ADJUST MEALTIME. “When I have late workouts, I tend to shift my lunch later—to around two o’clock or so—and make sure to have a snack, like a granola bar, on me before class,” says Cheng. Another option: Sometimes she’ll grab a takeout dinner and have a small portion of it before the workout, then eat the rest after she finishes her sweat sesh. USE YOUR COMMUTE. Make your workout your method of transportation. That’s how Jennifer Indig, who works at a think tank in New York City, fits in her daily workouts: She runs home from Edgars Club @ 4 years
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because you’re working out in a fasted state. By fasted state I mean that it’s been a long time since dinner, and you won’t be eating breakfast until after the workout is complete.
AIM FOR LESS. Thandi sticks to her routine—even when she’s dragging— with a counterintuitive trick: She gives herself the option to go a shorter distance than originally planned. “I’ll tell myself that I can hop on the train if I need to,” she says. “The first couple of miles are always tough, but once I’m in a groove, I’m motivated to keep going.”
An afternoon workout may be a great way to wind down from the day. If you have a hectic schedule during the day, hitting the gym may be a great way for you to get some “me” time and focus on yourself. It can also be a great way to transition from the office back home without bringing office stress to the dinner table. Afternoon workouts may be more productive and successful because your body is already warm from the day and has been awake longer. You may not have a ton of time in the afternoon to get a workout in, but shorter workouts are better than interrupted workouts, which you may have if you try to do something in the morning before the kids are off to school.
WIND DOWN. An evening workout can leave you uplifted too. I’m more likely to keep making healthy choices, like grabbing a cup of juice instead of a glass of wine “It gives me more energy to play with my little ones too.” Use that boost to fuel better rest: Make some tea, do a face mask, foam-roll, or journal. Some other expects say, keeping a morning workout schedule works great if you like mornings and are already up early. If you are okay with setting your alarm 30 minutes earlier, and don’t have a problem getting out of bed, mornings may be for you. Most morning workout people are successful because they make their workout part of their lifestyle and go beyond making it just a habit. Mornings may work best because there are no meetings and fewer interruptions, like phone calls or emails. Working out during this time is great if you’re looking to improve your sleep and reduce your fat Edgars Club @ 4 years
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DINNER FOR TWO
Treat yourself this Valentine with one of these easy Valentine’s Day recipe.
Teriyaki Chicken Casserole
Prep time 35 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 50 mins
INGREDIENTS ¾ cup low-sodium soy sauce ½ cup water ¼ cup brown sugar ½ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon minced garlic 2 Tablespoons cornstarch + 2 Tablespoons water 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 bag stir-fry vegetables or cut carrots, peas, broccoli 3 cups cooked brown or white rice INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 180° F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking Edgars Club @ 4 years
pan with non-stick spray. Combine soy sauce, ½ cup water, brown sugar, ginger and garlic in a small saucepan and cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Remove lid and cook for one minute once boiling. Meanwhile, stir together the corn starch and 2 tablespoons of water in a separate dish until smooth. Once sauce is boiling, add mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine. Cook until the sauce starts to thicken then remove from heat. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared pan. Pour one cup of the sauce over top of chicken. Place chicken in oven and bake 35 minutes or
until cooked through. Remove from oven and shred chicken in the dish using two forks. *Meanwhile, steam or cook the vegetables according to package directions. Add the cooked vegetables and rice to the casserole dish with the chicken. Add most of the remaining sauce, reserving a bit to drizzle over the top when serving. Gently toss everything together in the casserole dish until combined. Return to oven and cook 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle each serving with remaining sauce. Enjoy! February 2019
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Garlic Butter Mushroom Pork Chops Servings: 2 Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 20 mins
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and paprika. Saute, stirring often. Add chicken stock to skillet and scrape all of the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to skillet. Melt, then return pork chops to skillet. Simmer everything together for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve.
INSTRUCTIONS In a cast iron skillet, heat up olive oil over medium INGREDIENTS heat. Season pork chops 2 bone-in pork chops on both sides with salt and 1/2 teaspoon salt pepper. Sear pork chops on 1/4 teaspoon black pepper each side for 3 to 4 minutes, 1 tablespoon olive oil until golden brown. Check 4 tablespoons unsalted but- the internal temperature. It ter divided should be at least 70 de250g mushrooms sliced grees C. 3 garlic cloves minced Remove pork chops onto COOKING TIP 1/4 cup water or chicken a plate and set aside. Place The calorie count is for pork stock two tablespoons of butter chops with sauce only, not 1/2 teaspoon salt in the skillet and let melt. potatoes or other sides. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Add garlic and mushrooms. You can use boneless pork chops in place of bone-in chops. 1/4 teaspoon smoked papri- Season with salt, pepper club
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Serving 2 Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 55 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 large chicken quarters, sprinkled with a few pinches of salt 2 carrots, peeled and cut into quarters 1 large potato, peeled & cut into cubes 1 small onion, sliced 6 cloves garlic, unpeeled 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 425F. Have a small casserole dish or an 8x8 pan ready. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Once hot, add the chicken quarters, skin side down, and brown for 5 minutes. Flip and brown the other side for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, add the carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic to a large bowl and toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and sea salt. Spread into the bottom of the prepared pan.
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easy creamy mashed potatoes Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Total Time 1 hr
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INGREDIENTS Make sure you start with the best potato possible. Salted water for boiling — not adding salt to the water will yield bland tasting potatoes. Softened unsalted butter — using unsalted ensures you have full control of how salty your mash comes out. Sour cream — makes them EVEN CREAMIER when compared to regular potatoes. Garlic — use fresh where possible. Fresh shredded parmesan cheese — adds incredible flavour. Hot milk — why hot milk? To ensure your potatoes are still warm after mashing.
or gluey when overcooked. Drain cooked potatoes, then add in the hot milk, butter and sour cream.
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth, adding a little extra milk if needed. You can also use an electric hand mixer beaters to ensure a smoother consistency. Beat just Boil potatoes in salted water enough for them to until JUST fork-tender. Try smooth out while being not to over cook too much as extra careful not to over they can become quite sticky beat as they may become INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 180°C. Cut your potatoes into the same sized pieces to ensure they all cook evenly and at the same time.
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gluggy. what can you add to mashed potatoes? You can add almost anything into mashed potatoes and they will taste amazing! Some optional ingredients: Onions: green onions, shallots, red onion (again, add to the water with the potatoes and cook together). Chives, Fresh herbs like thyme, parsley or rosemary, Cream cheese Bacon,Enjoy! Edgars Club @ 4 years
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Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes (for two) Prep Time 25m Bake/Cook Time: 12m 14m Yield: 4 lava cakes INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, or your favorite chopped chocolate 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed 1 cup Imperial Sugar Confectioners Powdered Sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 whole eggs, plus 2 egg Edgars Club @ 4 years
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HEALTH BUZZ We take a glimpse at what’s hot and happening in the world of health
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Good for Digestion Lemongrass has a cooling energy which helps to soothe your stomach and keeps your digestive functions in check. It contains a component called citral that helps to digest food. Therefore, it is mostly served after dinner. It has been used as an ancient remedy for all stomach problems in Chinese medicine like bloating, constipation or indigestion.
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Cucumber water isn’t just for spas anymore. More people are enjoying this healthy, refreshing drink at home, and why not? It’s delicious and easy to make. It keeps you hydrated, adding cucumber gives it some extra flavor, encouraging you to drink more. If you’re trying to lose weight, replacing sugary sodas, sports drinks, and juices with cucumber water can help you cut some serious calories from your diet.
ACTIVATED CHARCOAL
Activated charcoal is useful for trapping chemicals to stop some types of poisoning when used as part of standard treatment. Activated charcoal should be given within 1 hour after a poison has been ingested. It does not seem to be beneficial if given for 2 or more hours after some types of poisoning. Edgars Club @ 4 years
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TAKE UP CYCLING There are so many ways that exercise can boost your mood: there’s the basic release of adrenalin and endorphins, and the improved confidence that comes from achieving new things (such as completing a sportive or getting closer to that goal). Cycling combines physical exercise with being outdoors and exploring new views.You can ride solo – giving you time to process worries or concerns, or you can ride with a group which broadens your social circle.
Taking a cold shower in the morning, and feeling cold water pour down over our body seems more horrifying than soothing. Taking a cold shower increases alertness. When it comes to hair and skin, one of the most natural ways to maintain your appearance is with cold showers. Hot water has the tendency to dry out our skin, so it’s best to use cold water to tighten your cuticles and pores. Cold water can improve circulation by encouraging blood to surround our organs, which can then help combat some problems of the skin and heart.
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DRINK COFFEE Coffee is one of the world’s most popular beverages. Thanks to its high levels of antioxidants and beneficial nutrients, it also seems to be quite healthy. Studies show that coffee drinkers have a much lower risk of several serious diseases. Coffee can help people feel less tired and increase energy levels .That’s because it contains a stimulant called caffeine — the most commonly consumed psychoactive substance in the world. Caffeine is found in almost every commercial fat-burning supplement — and for good reason.
You know that healthy habits, such as eating well, exercising, and avoiding harmful substances, make sense. Despite what you may have heard, eating breakfast isn’t necessary for everyone. In fact, skipping breakfast may be better than eating unhealthy breakfast foods. However, a nutritious, well-balanced breakfast can give you energy and prevent you from eating too much during the rest of the day. Edgars Club @ 4 years
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January Notebook What to see, do and experience in the month of January 2019
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ZIMBABWEAN writer Novuyo Rosa Tshuma, the author of House of Stone, a novel published by Atlantic Grove in 2018 recently had her book listed by Oprah magazine as one of the “10 newly-released books that will give you an excuse to stay indoors this winter.” Novuyo took to Twitter to express her joy, “Oprah Magazine just making my day
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today. Thank you. My mum and I used to watch Oprah religiously growing up. So being featured here is super super cool—there’s a nod in #HouseofStone where Mama Agnes implements relationship advice she gets from watching Oprah.” House of Stone, Novuyo’s debut novel was described by Nigerian novelist Helon Habila: “To call [House of Stone] @EdgarsZW
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THE THEORY OF FLIGHT - SIPHIWE the GLORIA NDLOVU read The Theory of Flight may be Siphiwe Gloria Ndlovu’s first novel, but it’s written with the kind of excellence and detail one would expect of an author with decades of experience. The truly African and enchanting book pulls you in from its cover art – which basically tells the whole story in symbolic images – to its first pages where all the characters are listed and named for reference to when the story begins, and you feel as if you’re part of the very fabric this interconnected story is woven on. club
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ISN’T IT ROMANTIC Fantasy/Romance 13 February 2019 (USA) Natalie is a New York architect who works hard to get noticed at her job, but is more likely to deliver coffee and bagels than design the city’s next skyscraper. Things go from bad to weird when she gets knocked unconscious during a subway mugging and magically wakes up to find herself in an alternate universe. Always cynical about love, Natalie’s worst nightmare soon comes true when she suddenly discovers that she’s playing the leading lady in a real-life romantic comedy. Edgars Club @ 4 years
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The ketogenic diet—also known as “keto”—has become the latest big thing in weight-loss plans, touted recently by celebs like Jenna Jameson, Mama June, and Halle Berry. The diet involves cutting way back on carbohydrates, to 50 grams a day or less, to help the body achieve a state of ketosis, in which it has to burn fat (rather than sugar) for energy. club
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Doctors say that keto can be helpful in treating epilepsy; it’s unclear exactly why, but something about a ketogenic state seems to reduce the frequency of seizures. Animal studies have also suggested that the diet may have anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and cancer-fighting benefits, as well. But as a general weightloss plan, keto is more controversial. Some health experts warn against it entirely, citing unpleasant side effects, health risks, and the diet’s unsustainable nature. Even many keto proponents admit that, if the diet’s not done
“the right way,” it can be the opposite of healthy. Here are a few things you should know about the ketogenic diet before you try it as a way to lose weight. Yes, you might drop pounds, but you should also watch out for the following side effects or complications. THE “KETO FLU” “Some people report that when they start ketosis, they just feel sick,” says Kristen Kizer, RD, a nutritionist at Houston Methodist Medical Center. “There can sometimes be vomit, gastrointestinal distress, a lot of fatigue, and lethargy.” This Edgars Club @ 4 years
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cuts way back on carbs (like whole-grain bread and pasta) and doesn’t supplement with other fiber-rich foods, like vegetables. It can also be caused by an intolerance to dairy or artificial sweeteners— things you might be eating more of since switching to a high-fat, low-carb lifestyle. REDUCED ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE. Some athletes swear by the ketogenic diet, not just for weight loss but for improved performance in their sport, as well. But Edward Weiss, PhD, associate professor of nutrition and dietetics at Saint Louis University, doesn’t buy it. “I hear cyclists say all the time that they’re faster and better now that they’re on keto, and my first question is, ‘Well, how much weight did you lose?’” he says. In a recent study in the Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness, Weiss and his colleagues found that participants performed worse on high-intensity cycling and running tasks after four days on a ketogenic diet, compared to those who’d spent four days on a highcarb diet. Weiss says that the body is in a more acidic state when it’s in ketosis, which may limit its ability to perform at peak levels. “Just losing a few pounds is enough to give you a huge advantage on the
bike, but I’m very concerned that people are attributing the benefits of weight loss to something specific in the ketogenic diet,” Weiss continues. “In reality, the benefits of weight loss could be at least partially canceled out by reductions in performance.”
KETOACIDOSIS If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you shouldn’t follow the keto diet unless you have your doctor’s permission and close supervision, says Kizer. “Ketosis can actually be helpful for people who have hyperglycemia issues, but you have to be very mindful of your blood sugar and check your glucose levels several times a day,” she says. That’s because, for people with diabetes, ketosis can trigger a dangerous condition called ketoacidosis. This occurs when the body stores up too many ketones—acids produced as a byproduct of burning fat—and the blood becomes too acidic, which can damage the liver, kidneys, and brain. Left untreated, it can be fatal. Ketoacidosis has also been reported in people without diabetes who were following low-carb diets, although this complication is quite rare. Symptoms of ketoacidosis include a dry mouth, frequent urination, nausea, bad breath, and breathing difficulties; if February 2019
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WEIGHT REGAIN. Because the keto diet is so restrictive, health experts say it’s not an appropriate diet to follow long-term. (Even Axe says it’s best done for 30 to 90 days, followed by a more sustainable diet plan.) But the problem with that, says Kizer, is that most people will regain a lot of the weight they lost as soon as they go back on carbs. “It’s an issue with any fad diet, but it seems to be extra common with ketosis,” says Kizer. “When people tell me they want to try it because their friends lost weight, I always tell them, ‘Just watch, I almost guarantee that they’ll gain it all back.’” These types of back-andforth weight fluctuations can contribute to disordered eating, Kizer says, or can worsen an already unhealthy relationship with food. “I think this diet appeals to people who have issues with portion control and with binge eating,” she says. “And in many cases, what they really need is a lifestyle coach or a professional counselor to help them get to the bottom of those issues.” LESS MUSCLE MASS, DECREASED METABOLISM Another consequence of keto-relatclub
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ed weight changes can be a loss of muscle mass, says Kizer—especially if you’re eating much more fat than protein. “You’ll lose weight, but it might actually be a lot of muscle,” she says, “and because muscle burns more calories than fat, that will affect your metabolism.”
When a person goes off the ketogenic diet and regains much of their original weight, it’s often not in the same proportions, says Kizer: Instead of regaining lean muscle, you’re likely to regain fat. “Now you’re back to your starting weight, but you no longer have the muscle mass to burn the calories that you did before,” she says. “That can have lasting effects on your resting metabolic rate, and on your weight long-term.” Increased risk of heart disease and diabetes Axe says that, when done right, the ketogenic diet includes lots of vegetables and lean sources of animal protein. In other words, it’s not an excuse to eat butter and bacon—although some people may try to do just that. That’s why many health experts are concerned about people on the keto diet, especially those who try it without the guidance of a doctor or nutritionist. Doctors say that high-fat diets like this one may raise cholesterol levels, and some studies suggest that they
increase the risk of diabetes. Some have even called it a “cardiologist’s nightmare.”
Just this week, a 25,000-person study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress in Munich suggested that people on the lowest-carb diets had the highest risk of dying from cancer, cardiovascular conditions, and all other causes. Another study, published this month in the Lancet, also found that people who followed diets that were low in carbs and high in animal proteins had a higher risk of early death compared to those who consumed carbs in moderation. (The opposite was true, however, for low-carb dieters who opted for plant-based proteins over meat and dairy.) “Whether you’re in the paleo camp or the keto camp or the vegan camp, everyone agrees that we want to have a nutrient-rich diet,” Axe says: “Lots of vegetables, herbs, spices, and plant-based sources of fat and protein, too.” “If you’re not doing that, you’re promoting disease in the body—it’s that simple,” Axe says. (And yes, that’s true even if you still lose weight in the beginning.) “If you’re just going to eat butter and bacon,” he adds, “I’d rather you not do keto at all.” Edgars Club @ 4 years
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es in clay vases, original artwork on the walls and en-suite bathrooms with spectacular views. A short walk away the lapa is built from wood and has open sides. Here you will find deep leather sofas and chairs, a library and cool cellar built deep into the sand. There is also a small pool set back in the dunes. www.wolwedans. com Mumbo Island, Lake Malawi, Malawi Located in beautiful Lake Malawi, Mumbo Island, a tiny atoll with just one rustic lodge, holds an offEdgars Club @ 4 years
the “Lake of Stars” lit up by fishing boats.This intimate lodge adheres to the principles of eco-architecture and is constructed of timber, thatch and reed, and blends into the surrounding vegetation and large granite boulders. The tents are set on raised platforms with separate eco-toilets and bucket showers to help preserve the enCleopatra Mountain Farmhouse vironment. You can spend your ing the crystal clear turdays at Mumbo doing little quoise water of the lake. more than lying in After spending the day hammocks or gently floatsnorkeling, kayaking and ing on the lake but if you scuba diving, eat dinner by are feeling more energetic, candlelight and fall asleep there are many activities to in your tent to the view of enjoy including kayaking, the-beaten-track allure. There are rooms for just 14 guests – Robinson Crusoe-style canvas tents on stilts with private decks and hammocks overlook-
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sports centre that offers adventures such as scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, big game fishing and kayaking. Island drives and cultural excursions can also be arranged.www. azura-retreats.com The Oberoi, Mauritius You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to romantic places to stay on the brochure-perfect island of Mauritius, with its icing-sugar sand beaches and plethora of luxury resorts, but the Oberoi, with its villas (think four-poster beds and private pools) surrounded by private gardens, and exceptional service and food, will not disappoint. Indulge in a couples’ massage at the fantastic spa and a memorable private dinner for two on the beach to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-mauritius AndBeyond Mnemba Island Escape the crowds of Zanzibar on nearby Mnemba, a private island home to a luxurious andBeyond lodge of just
10 beachfront bungalows with large private verandas set in the sand. Spend days snorkelling and diving – coral reefs teem with marine life – swimming and kayaking or relax with a beachside massage. At night, dinner served on the beach under a canopy of stars is impossibly romantic. www.andbeyond.com/ mnemba-island Sanctuary Baines’ Camp, Botswana Intimacy and romance are the focus at Sanctuary Baines’ Camp, which is raised above a river with wooden walkways in a private concession next to Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve. There are only five suites at the camp, each of which feature open-air star baths (picture having a bubble bath with sparkling wine while spotting wildlife) and four poster beds on wheels which can be moved onto the outdoor deck so you can sleep outside to the magical sounds of the bush all around you. www. sanctuaryretreats.com/botswana-camps-baines February 2019
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One Step at a Time D There is always something about ourselves we can improve on. The human potential is limitless, so it’s impossible to reach a point of no growth.
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and how you behave? Blogging has helped me close that gap by forcing me to walk my talk. I’m far from perfect.
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falling into excuses. Progress, Not Perfection. Imperfections are part of life. I think it’s sad that some people feel that because being perfectly consistent with your values is impossible, that there is no point trying to debug the inconsistencies. Some self-improvement cynicism is the result of demanding the impossible, expecting perfection instead of progress. My goal has been to notice gaps between my philosophy of life and my behaviors. I’m certainly nowhere near perfection, but even in just a few years of deliberately pursuing this strategy, I’ve made improvements. Here are a few of the inconsistencies I’ve debugged over the past few years: . From Slob to Productive. Productivity and organization were important to me, but I was a messy, undisciplined procrastinator. Focusing
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downloading music (illegally). But laziness in this belief meant that music would sometimes wind up on my hard drive from less than reputable sources. I stopped adding new music to my library that wasn’t paid in full several months ago. Recently I took the final step of cleaning my harddrive and MP3 player of any remaining music. .Shy to Extroverted. A few years ago my social life was nearly a zero. I had only a few close friends and wasn’t as outgoing as I’d like to be. Now I have many friends and enjoy being spontaneous in meeting new people.
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perspective, however, nobody sees that effort. I still get comments from readers that assume I was somehow born productive, early-rising or health-conscious. They don’t see the failed attempts I had in implementing GTD, the days I slept right through my alarm or the four failed thirty day trials I went through before exercising stuck.I need to take some of the blame for this, because I generally only write about my self-improvement efforts after the fact. Since selfimprovement involves so many missteps and deadends, I don’t usually find it useful to write about something until I’ve made significant progress in it myself. You only have to look at the current ups and downs of my dating life to see why I don’t share too much advice on that yet. How to Gradually Debug Your Inconsistencies Unlike a computer program, your software can never have zerodefects. Instead, try to think of self-improvement club
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as trying to reach 98% bug-free. You will inevitably fail to meet your values some of the time, but those errors won’t matter too much in the long run. In order to effectively debug your inconsistencies, you need the right tools. There are many different strategies to debug, but I’d like to share a few tools that were “Aha!” moments for myself. These tools were the difference between using a scalpel and a blunt club for my own debugging: 1.30 Day Trials. Commit to an idea for thirty days, every day. If you mess up on Day 29, you go back to the start. This tool has been invaluable for me in changing many different habits. I’ve probably done over two dozen of these since I first heard of them from Steve Pavlina. 2.Writing out Goals. A goal doesn’t matter unless it is on paper. This applies to simple goals like “Exercise tomorrow”
as much as it applies to big goals like “Become a millionaire.” Before I started writing out my goals, it was only my emotional compass that would decide whether something would get done that day. 3.Breaking Down Fears. If something terrifies you, chop it into pieces you can swallow. Public speaking was an area I took one speech at a time, taking on larger audiences and more difficult presentations. Training your courage like a muscle was a better strategy for me than relying on willpower. I’m still finding new tools, but the fact that this list is small shows that selfimprovement doesn’t need to be overly complicated. One good tool, if practiced, can debug a large range of problems. Nobody can be perfect. But there is still immense value you can get from debugging those inconsistencies. Making the gap between your walk and your talk a little bit smaller. Edgars Club @ 4 years
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whelming. It can be tricky though when purchasing rugs because large rugs can be so expensive. So what gives? Do you spend your entire budget on a large rug and sacrifice all other elements in the room? The answer is: you don’t have to! There are so many inexpensive rugs to choose from, I don’t think you ever have to spend over $700 for a rug, and there are many options well under $200. I think the key to this is to stay neutral and go with an all natural fiber. This creates a base for the rug which can then be changed as your tastes change or as the room develops! Large jute rugs are very inexpensive, plus their inherent organic nature goes well with nearly any style. If you have a more February 2019
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modern aesthetic try a gray rug. Personally, I love a bleached jute rug because it creates a clean canvas for layering!
selecting too small of a rug, selecting too large of a rug will completely consume the space.
How to Pick a Rug Size for a Room If you are unsure of what size rug to purchase for your space, you are not alone! Before you can select a rug size, you need to consider the furniture layout. Will you have chairs or a sofa? How long is the dining table? What size Bedroom Rugs bed will be in the room? So, first things first, nail down your furniture selection. Then move onto rug sizes... My best piece of advice for picking out a rug size, is to get all of the furniture in place, and then tape it out on the floor with painters tape (you can even use string if you want!). If you don’t have all of the Living Room Rugs furniture, but you have a good idea of where the furniture will go...still tape it out. Before buying a rug, tape. it. out!!!!
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to leave the nightstand completely off the rug, it just depends on the room & size of the bed! If you’re skipping night stands, I’d still pull the rug out a bit so that the headboard is anchored on the floor, while the
foot of the bed remains on the rug. For bedrooms a good rule of thumb is: FULL: 6x9 or 5x8 QUEEN: 8x10 KING: 9x12 DINING ROOM RUGS: I love adding a rug to a dining room, but it is important that you find the sweet spot on size. You don’t want the rug to be so small that the chairs do not fit on it; however, you don’t want the rug to be so large that the floor Edgars Club @ 4 years
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have a bit more interest to them. This adds warmth, depth, and texture to the room making it so much more inviting! If layering, make sure that the ratio of large rug to smaller rug is enough to show off each rug, for example, a 9x12 rug would look great with a 6x9 rug layered on top. When figuring out which size rug is best for your room, first determine how large your couch and/or chairs are. If you have a very large living room, you may find a 10x14 rug is best for your space. Make sure that the front legs of the furniture are on the rug and allow 6-8” of rug space on either side of the couch/chair. If you have a large living room, and the seating area is floating in the center - opt for a large rug and place all of the furniture on the rug. If the living room is smaller or the couch is up against a wall, you can opt for a slightly smaller rug with the front legs of the furniture resting on the rug and the back legs resting on the floor. ENTRYWAYS: Entryways allow for you to get creative because you generally don’t need a very large rug for this space! You can choose between a runner or a small area rug. If you select an area rug, select a size that allows the front legs of your entry table to rest on the rug, but the back legs to rest on the floor. If you select a runner, allow 6-8” of floor space between the rug and any furniture. You want to make sure it appears to be a runner and not an awkwardly placed area rug. February 2019
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ern in 1928. Although by this stage he was powerless before Stalin, he kept his position until 1929 when Molotov took over the role for a while before Dmitry Manuilsky was appointed to head the Comintern. THE VI CONGRESS OF THE COMINTERN Stalin directed the VI Congress of the Comintern which declared that capitalism was preparing an assault on the Soviet Union. This was regarded as an effect of increasing contradictions and weaknesses in the ‘imperialist’ camp. All forms of bourgeois political activity were to be attacked under the slogan “class against class.” These bourgeois activities were regarded as comprising social democracy which subverted the proletariat from within, and fascism which sought to enslave it from without. The main enemy was identified as the Social Democrats.
COMMUNISM AND GERMANY: Most communist parties outside the USSR were tiny, only the German party being large enough to independently influence affairs. Furthermore, Germany was, since the ending of the ‘united front’ policy, the only state in which Communists could achieve anything concrete without direct Soviet help. The German republic was attacked by the Communists and Nazis who in the 1928 Reichstag elections won 54 seats and 13 seats respectively. Of the republic’s defenders, the Social Democrats were the strongest single party, and many of its important members wanted to ally with the Communists against the growth of Nazism. THE ATTITUDE OF THE COMMUNISTS German Communists took the anti-Social DemEdgars Club @ 4 years
live smart club crammer ocrat line of the VI Congress of the Comintern. They joined the Nazis and the rest of the extreme Right in 1929-30 to publicly condemn the Young Plan which required the payment of reparations. Opposed the Social Democrats’ overtures for better relations with the victorious powers of the First World War. March-April 1931 the Eleventh Plenum of the Comintern declared that the Social Democrats were the most active political party in preparation for a war against the Soviet Union. Communist leaders also supported the demand by Nazis and Nationalists for a referendum to remove the Prussian government which was the mainstay of the republic’s strength. Although there was a referendum, the proposal failed. The Communists won 89 seats and the Nazis 230 seats in the elections of July1932. Followed in a few months by co-operation by the two parties in the Berlin transport strike. The Social Democrats made a last attempt to persuade the Communists to ally with them in February 1933 to stop Hitler. However the party leaders believed that it was essenEdgars Club @ 4 years
tial that the Nazis did take power: ‘Then in four weeks the whole working class will be united under the leadership of the Communist Party.’ Following the March elections Hitler forced the passing of the Enabling Law which gave him total power for four years; time enough to implement “gleichschaltung” or “forcible co-ordination” to form the totalitarian state, and with it the destruction of the German Communist Party (KPD). ANALYSING THE FAILURE OF GERMAN COMMUNISM: . Trotsky’s view Trotsky, the Social Democrats and others said that the rise of Hitler should be blamed on the Communists due to their refusal to ally with the Social Democrats and their co-operation with Hitler.
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TION • In April 1933, Soviet spokesman Eugene Varga said that Hitler’s assumption of power had resulted from bourgeois terror at the rise of german Communism. • The Soviets believed that “history” would sweep Hitler aside. • Their inability to accept that Hitler could remain in power was an attempt to justify Comintern policy. A LAST NOTE • Even though the Nazis destroyed the German Communists, they declared their desire for good relations with Moscow, and in May 1933 ratified the renewal of the 1926 neutrality treaty with the Soviets (this had been pending since 1931). • By the end of 1933 Moscow felt it necessary to publicly refer to the Nazis’ persistence in using the anti-Soviet propaganda line of Mein Kampf. MAXIM LITVINOV Maxim Litvinov became foreign commissar in 1930, having gradually assumed more and more responsibility while assistant to foreign minister Chicherin who became ill in the late 1920’s. THE LEAGUE OF NATIONS club
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DISARMAMENT CONFERENCE 1927: Litvinov attended the League Disarmament Conference at the end of 1927. The First Congress of the Comintern described the League as a ‘Holy Alliance of the bourgeoisie for the suppression of the proletarian revolution.’ Litvinov presented a convention for immediate disarmament also emphasising that the aim was not to limit armaments. Some powers had refused to risk disarmament because the Soviet Union would refuse to carry it out. Litvinov wanted to undermine their stance for propaganda purposes so that it could be claimed that the capitalist states were trying to avoid disarmament. Two years later the same motive lay behind the Soviet offer to join in pan-European discussions because ‘By taking part... the Soviet Union will wreck the plans for the secret elaboration of anti-Soviet projects.’ THE LITVINOV PROTOCOL AND THE KELLOG-BRIAND PACT: The American and French foreign secretaries presented the Kellog-Briand Pact for the renunciation of war as an instrument of national policy. Moscow saw an
opportunity to use it by means of the Litvinov Protocol signed in Moscow in February 1929. The result was that without waiting for all the ratifications of the Pact, the Protocol had the effect of bringing it into operation on a regional basis. The USSR, Poland, Romania, Latvia and Estonia signed, with Lithuania, Turkey, Persia and Danzig signing a few months later. THE 1932 NON-AGGRESSION TREATIES Non-aggression treaties were signed with Poland, the Baltic States, Finland and France. Disagreements over Romania’s annexation of Bessarabia prevented them and the Soviets reaching a similar agreement. THE BASIS OF SOVIET FOREIGN POLICY Soviet foreign policy at this time was based on mobilising the anti-Versailles powers against Britain and France. It was never assumed that longterm rapport would be possible with one group or that there would be war with the other. This policy was emphasised by public trials held during the First Five Year Plan in which the defendants were accused of plotting Edgars Club @ 4 years
with Britain and France. When Labour returned to power in 1929, the USSR resumed relations with Britain. US-SOVIET RELATIONS INTRODUCTION At the end of 1933 the USA recognised the Soviet Union. This did not change Soviet foreign policy but became significant once the Soviet volte-face had taken place in 1934-5. Soviet debt repudiation and confiscation had soured relations between America and the USSR. Even worse was the issue of propaganda inside the US. Although there was an absence of diplomatic relations US commercial and other contacts continued. For example, the American Relief Administration’s work during the 1921-22 famine while Hoover was president. Of the other American states, only Mexico and Uruguay recognised the USSR, though the former broke off relations in 1930. However if the US gave recognition, it was clear that many Latin American states would too. THE NEGOTIATIONS Contacts were made by the Soviets and Americans in London at the end of the 1933 World EcoEdgars Club @ 4 years
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nomic Conference. It was through these talks that recognition was to come. William Bullitt, who had been Wilson’s envoy in 1919 talked to Litvinov during the London Conference and made a visit to Moscow a few weeks later. In November, Litvinov was sent to Washington in response to President Roosevelt’s invitation. Diplomatic relations were established that same month. THE TERMS AND RESULTS 1. Both sides agreed not use hostile propaganda against the other 2. The USSR recognised the legal and religious rights of US citizens in the country 3. The USSR dropped its claims over US intervention in Siberia. This emphasised the Soviets main reason for wanting US recognition: fear of Japanese ambitions in the Pacific 4. A trade agreement was signed in 1935 5. Debt negotiations failed Soviet Foreign Policy in the Far East Before the Manchurian Incident in 1931, Britain had been seen as the main potential enemy. Stalin felt that Japan would fight on Britain’s side if war came
with America. However, there was little concern about any threat from British imperialism. It was hoped to harm British interests through Soviet partnership with the Kuomintang in China, though this came to nothing. THE CHINESE EASTERN RAILWAY: The Chinese Eastern Railway through Manchuria was Moscow’s chief asset there. The railway was seized in May 1929 by Marshall Chang Hsueh-Liang, the ruler of Manchuria under nominal Nationalist suzerainty. Diplomatic relations between the USSR and China were severed in July. In November the railway was recaptured by a Soviet military expedition led by General Bliukhev who had been Moscow’s adviser to the Kuomintang armies. THE JAPANESE INVASION OF MANCHURIA: In September 1931 Japan invaded Manchuria and captured the whole province including the area of the railway. The League of Nations did nothing. The Soviets, realising that an attack on the Japanese would result in war, decided to accept negotiations to sell the railway to Japan, the final agreement being reached in 1935. February 2019
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MOSCOW AND THE CHINESE COMMUNISTS Moscow and the Chinese Communists were still hostile to Chiang Kaishek’s government which had ended its alliance with the USSR. The first Communist leader, Ch’en Tuhsiu was held responsible for the failure of 1927, and was replaced by Li Li-san who was also purged in due course, being recalled to Moscow in 1930. He was replaced by Mao Tsetung, who with Chu Teh led the ‘Long March’ in which the Communists moved 6,000 miles to Yenan in Shensi province to escape from the Nationalist drive to destroy them. This migration brought them to the borders of Soviet controlled Mongolia. Chiang-Kai-shek hoped to force them over the border but Mao and Stalin had other plans. The Comintern line had shifted during the Long March, and in 1935 the Chinese Communists had halted to hold a conference in Szechuan to repeat the new Comintern line for home consumption and to demand a united front club
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against Japan. In Europe this was known as the ‘Popular Front’. FRANCE In December 1933, Litvinov made a public distinction between capitalist states using their foreign policies as a criterion. He differentiated three groups: 1. “Actively aggressive” powers 2. “Passively indifferent” powers 3. “Actively indifferent” powers He also made it clear that Moscow was worried about the possibilities of Nazi ambitions in Eastern Europe.
THE FIRST POPULAR FRONT AGREEMENT 1934 On February 6th, following the Stavisky financial scandal, the Communists and extreme Right co-operated in a riot to overthrow Daladier’s government. Then, six days later, the Communists joined with the socialist trade unions in a strike against the Right, though this alliance was qualified by Maurice Thorez, the Communist leader in the Party paper “Humanite” in April, saying that a marriage between Communists and Socialists ‘is fundamen-
tally alien to the spirit of Bolshevism.’ He was summoned to Moscow that same month to receive new orders. When he returned, he called for the same “marriage” he had rejected earlier; the French Socialists duly accepted. A pact was signed in July. It was the first Popular Front agreement. When, in November, Thorez proposed a Popular Front Government, the Socialists were less keen. THE FRANCO-SOVIET PACT 1935 There was a meeting in May 1934 in Geneva between Litvinov and Barthou of France. There had already been proposals for a Franco-Soviet mutual assistance pact, and Barthou also suggested that the USSR join the League of Nations. Litvinov and Barthou had hoped to include most of the Eastern European countries but they refused so France and the USSR went ahead without them. The pact was signed in May and provided mutual aid and assistance in the event of a third power launching an attack. THE SOVIET-CZECH PACT 1935 Edgars Club @ 4 years
This was signed in the same month as the Franco-Soviet Pact, but this time, mutual assistance was only available if France aided the country that was attacked. SUBSEQUENT DEVELOPMENTS IN FRANCE Stalin gave support without any reservations to ‘the policy of national defence followed by France so as to maintain her armed forces on the level necessary to maintain security’. Following the agreement with the Socialists and the Moscow-approved defensive stand taken by the Communists, the latter made large gains in local elections in late May and June. Genuinely Leftist Socialists were surprised and shocked when Thorez extended co-operation to the Socialist-Radicals as well as the Socialists. It seemed that Communists everywhere had put the defence of the Soviet Union and the support of any government resisting the Nazis before revolution because of the growing threat from Hitler’s Germany. THE VII CONGRESS OF THE COMINTERN This was to be the last Congress of the Comintern, and the French Edgars Club @ 4 years
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United Front agreement was the test run for its newly adopted policy. The Popular Front was proclaimed which meant Communist co-operation with any group, whether Socialist or on the Right, who were resisting Nazism or Japanese militarism. The Seventh Congress was the first congress at which a complete display of unanimity was achieved, because, it was completely under Stalin’s control. STALIN’S POLICY It was clear that the policy of 1928-34 in which the USSR avoided international entanglements was no longer viable. Three strands in Stalin’s foreign policy can be clearly defined from this time: 1. Recognition of the danger from Nazism 2. That gains could be made by a call to resist “war and fascism”. 3. Stalin ended the “go-italone” policy which had been in place between 1928-34 It is uncertain whether Stalin seriously wanted to align with the British and French against Nazi Germany. General Krivitsky, the Soviet intelligence chief said Stalin never took the Popular Front seriously; rather he saw it
merely as something he could barter in a trade-off with Hitler. The Soviets aligned with groups of “capitalist” powers simply from considerations of power and expediency. Thus the pro-Versailles stance in operation from 1934 was not based on any sense of ideological compatibility with Britain and France. Stalin seems to have misjudged their relative strengths on the one hand, and Germany on the other. The same is true of his stance regarding Hitler’s hatred of, and designs on the Soviet Union. STALIN AND THE POPULAR FRONT Although it would be fair to say that Stalin expected little from relations with Britain and France, it does seem that he hoped to create or strengthen these alliances. Public statements from Moscow during this period led to many using the Nazi danger as an excuse for the horrendous excesses perpetrated on Stalin’s orders during the 1930’s. In the end, few Popular Front agreements or governments were formed, and none of them ever formed a direct bridge to Moscow. On the other hand, the psychological effects of the policy were far reaching. February 2019
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ave you had it up to here with the gossip and put-downs? Are you tired of following the dress code of your group but think you’ll be dropped if you don’t? Are you concerned about whether you’ll still be included this year at school or whether you’ll feel like an outcast — or worse, be picked on? Whether you’re on the outside looking in or the inside wanting out, it can club
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help to know what makes cliques tick. A GROUP OF FRIENDS VS. A CLIQUE Being part of a group can help make your day easier to deal with — and you can learn some great life skills like being a good listener, sharing experiences, and respecting people. Groups can form around things people have in common. So jocks, goths, preps, skaters, and even the math club are nat-
urally drawn together because they share similar interests. The people in these groups feel they have a place where they’re welcome and supported, and where they can be themselves. Some people form groups from being in drama club, or liking the same music or movies, or even just because they like to hang out at the mall. Some groups stick together for a long time. Others drift apart after a while as people develop new Edgars Club @ 4 years
interests, make different friends, or just find they have less in common. People can move in and out of different groups and can even be part of several at the same time. Even within a group, people often have one or two friends they feel closest to and enjoy the most. Some friendship groups seem pretty flexible and welcome people to join in. Others seem much more restricted, though. People in these groups make it clear that not just anyone can be part of their crowd. That type of restricted group is sometimes called a clique. WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH CLIQUES? Cliques are tight groups that usually have a strict code of membership and ways to act. Instead of being centered on shared values and beliefs, many cliques tend to focus on maintaining their status and popularity. For instance, a clique may try to make it seem like the people in it are “better” than those outside, or that their clique is higher status than another clique. People in cliques sometimes use their power to hurt others on purpose, Edgars Club @ 4 years
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either by excluding them, being mean, or both. Sometimes they might insult people by trying to “fix” them or give them “makeovers.” Other times it becomes more serious and someone outside the group is targeted or victimized for being, looking, or acting different. Unlike regular groups of friends, where members are free to socialize with others outside the group, people in cliques often do everything together. They sit together in class, go to the mall together after school — and they only do stuff with other clique members or people they decide are “cool.”
Although people might think it’s better to belong to a clique than to be excluded, many times people in cliques end up dealing with lots of pressures and rules. They soon start to worry about whether they’ll continue to be popular or whether they’ll be dropped. After a while, they may begin to realize that true friends wouldn’t be so bossy or demanding. WHY DO CLIQUES ATTRACT PEOPLE? Cliques attract people for different reasons: For
some people, being popular or cool is the most important thing, and cliques give them a place where they can get this social status. Other people want to be in cliques because they don’t like to feel left out. Some people simply feel it’s better to be on the inside than the outside (it’s not, but more on that later). Cliques give people who like to take control a chance to be in charge (for good or bad!). For people who feel more comfortable following, they offer a place where rules are clearly defined. It’s usually clear to clique members what they need to do to fit in. Sometimes that means sacrificing some freedom and following the leader rather than doing what you feel like doing. Clique membership is usually tightly controlled by the leaders. These social gatekeepers are the ones with the power to decide who should be hot and who should not. This type of membership control usually happens in cliques of girls. As many great kids have found, entry into a clique isn’t guaranteed. In fact, a February 2019
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girl who is seen as likeable and popular may actually be excluded from belonging to a clique. That’s because her personality or confidence may pose a threat to the leaders. She might not be a good “follower” — especially if she can be popular enough on her own. Sometimes her friends may even be invited to join when she isn’t. Clique members may deliberately exclude her in an attempt to take away her perceived power or the threat they think she could pose.
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Cliques aren’t just for girls. Guys form cliques, too — usually around a sport, computer game, or type of clothing or music. They can be just as mean as girls about the outcasts of the social group. The View from the Inside It’s not all roses inside a clique either. A person’s standing within the group can always be under threat. Most of the followers cling to the leader not out of true friendship but because they want to keep their position in the group. But even the leader can lose her power. In fact, the queen bee in a strong girl club
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clique probably worries as much — or even more — about being popular and accepted as the outsiders do. Because no one feels secure, clique members often use the tools of flattery, humiliation, or rumors to manipulate situations and preserve their status. A few girls manage to stay friends with people both inside and outside the clique. But that can be hard to do because there’s often intense pressure from the group to be friends only with people on the approved list. It takes a lot of self-confidence to dare to be friends with someone outside the clique. Sometimes clique members decide they want out. They don’t like being limited by the rules, and they don’t like leaving others out and hurting people’s feelings. As people get older, they may not feel like being part of a clique anymore. Usually toward the end of high school, kids are more relaxed about who is “in” and who’s not. But earlier on in your school life it can take a lot of courage to leave a clique or decide to remain on the outside.
and cliques using social network sites. These have become popular sites to put others down, invite only selected friends to a party, and make mean comments or posts. People can even build fake profiles. Only post profile information and photos that you want everyone to see. Keep your messages to other people online private. Friendships change. Just as one clique can make life miserable, changes in social groups can take their power away. You may encounter cliques as a freshman or sophomore. But the good news is that most cliques disappear by the end of high school. Want to know the real secret to being popular and having friends? Be a good friend yourself. People who enjoy true and lasting popularity are those who have good friendship skills. Being a friend means being respectful, fair, interested, trustworthy, honest, caring, and kind. So if you want to have friends, be just the kind of friend you’d like to have and stay true to who you are.
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Please print and colour and submit your entry to win take a pic and send via whatsapp to the hotline number or email theclub@edgars. 5 lucky winners will get $150 vouchers
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Q: WHAT HAS A FACE AND TWO HANDS, BUT NO ARMS OR LEGS? ANSWER: A CLOCK. Q: WHAT HAS TO BE BROKEN BEFORE YOU CAN USE IT? AN EGG. Q: LIVES IN WINTER, DIES IN SUMMER, AND GROWS 82 WITH ITS ROOTS UPWARD. WHAT IS IT? AN ICICLE. Q: IT STARTS OUT TALL, BUT THE LONGER IT STANDS, THE SHORTER IT GROWS. WHAT IS IT? ONE WAS BALD Q: WHAT BELONGS TO YOU BUT IS USED MORE BY OTHERS? YOUR NAME. club
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SUPPLIES: * Acrylic Paint * Black, yellow, and either pink or red construction paper * A marker * Glue and/or tape * Scissors (for little ones just beginning to use scissors this is our favorite pair) * Pipe cleaners * Googly eyes
DIRECTIONS Cut 2 large hearts from each color of construction paper (black, yellow, and red/pink). From your red/pink paper, you’ll also need 2 medium size hearts for the antennas, and 2 small hearts for the mouth. To make cutting the hearts easier, simply fold your paper in half and draw a half heart shape along the fold and have them cut along the line. Starting with one of your black hearts, start creating a pattern of black, yellow, black, yellow by Edgars Club @ 4 years
laying each heart on top of the one before it and gluing them together. To make sure that you can see the face of your bumblebee, start with black on the bottom and work your way up finishing with a yellow heart. When the glue has dried on those, turn them over and glue your red/pink hearts to the back so that they are sticking out the sides. These will make your wings. To make your antennas, cut a pipe cleaner in half and tape each half to one of your medium sized red/pink hearts. Tape the other end of the pipe cleaners to the back of your bumblebee. Add the face! Glue on some googly eyes, draw a mouth and stick your smallest red/ pink hearts on each end of his smile and you’ve got yourself an adorable little bumblebee
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