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There is a great saying that Gold remains gold during its journey from a mine to a Gold market. In this issue we are going to introduce you some golden people who have not only highlighted there name among the world but also make the nation proud. Before we go for that please accept a warm greetings from EMAL International Magazine Dubai to all our Norwegian readers. EMAL is the only magazine of its kind present in five countries Dubai, USA, Pakistan, UK and Norway, media partner with the Govt of UAE. Due to its uniqueness, international credibility, covering all the segments in one issue, a huge network of correspondents in 5 countries and engaging the most top and intellectual readers EMAL has recently won American Advertisement award by AAF (American Advertisement Federation) Colorado, Springs USA. The International Award winning magazine EMAL this month has designed this issue especially for our Norwegian readers highlighting the Norwegian prides, Like Khalid Salimi "Man of many Talents" The man behind many shows. Kadafi Zaman "A Man among Men" the bravest journalist ever. Shahbaz DAD "Pride of Pakistan" the most amazing sports person along with other extra ordinary skills. Yousuf Gillani "Man of Determination" the first most famous political personality of Norway. Rashid Anwer "The Nation's HERO" who won many medals. Safi ullah Rana "The daring personality" who concurred the impossible. All along with that we have also shared some glimpse of the AAF award winning ceremony of EMAL in USA , the most glittering Pakistan Fashion Week Dubai, Premier of Movie Haram and Dinner by EMAL International Magazine Dubai. Some tips for beauty and care, Mr Larry trip to Norway, Top Upcoming Pakistani movies and some recipes of food fantastic. Regards Muhammad Waqas Ur Rehman Publisher & Editor in Chief EMAL International Magazine
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EMAL International Magazine won American Advertisement Award Colorado Springs 2015 USA For Great Cover Photographed by Christine Szerdey, EMAL Photographer & Correspondent from USA
AAF Colorado Springs works, through the efforts of many, to improve the understanding, practice and quality of advertising.
Fun gala on March 7 for this year's celebration of our market's creative work during the year of 2014.
Industry hopefuls, industry leaders, and everyone in between have The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the helped to build the Club's reputation nation's oldest national advertising trade f o r s e r v i c e , i n n o v a t i o n a n d association, and the only association excellence. representing all facets of the advertising Christine Szeredy says industry. "I am thankful to AAF for The American Advertising Federation protects giving me such appreciation and promotes the well-being of advertising. and I am great full to EMAL They accomplish this through a unique, magazine and its CEO Mr nationally coordinated grassroots network of Waqas for believing in me advertisers, agencies, media companies, local and for providing me the opportunity to work for advertising clubs and college chapters.
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competitions. The mission of the American Advertising Awards competition is to recognize and reward the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising. The Silver Medal Award The American Advertising Federation's Silver Medal Award Program was established in 1959 (the Pikes Peak Ad Fed Silver Medal Award Program was established in 1979) to recognize men and women who have made outstanding contributions to advertising and who EMAL and I'm proud to be a have been active in furthering the part of Team EMAL.� EMAL industry's standards, creative excellence, magazine won One ADDYs and responsibility in areas of social for color photography for a c o n c e r n . A n n u a l l y , A A F ' s l o c a l g r e a t c o v e r b y E M A L advertising federations bestow this Magazine - A Product Of honor upon outstanding community MWR World. leaders and recognize any local, well The American Advertising Awards, known person for his/her lifelong f o r m e r l y t h e A D D Y s , i s t h e contributions to advertising and the advertising industry's largest and community. most representative competition, attracting over 40,000 entries every year in local AAF Club (Ad Club)
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“I am thankful to AAF for giving me such appreciation and I am great full to EMAL magazine and its CEO Mr Waqas for believing in me and for providing me the opportunity to work for EMAL and I'm proud to be a part of Team EMAL.� EMAL magazine won One A D DYs f o r c o l o r photography for a great cover by EMAL Magazine - A Product Of MWR World.
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The Frederick R. Sindt Everest Award The Everest Award is given to someone in the larger community that has done things to really promote the community of Colorado Springs. Fred Sindt (who the award was originated for) was instrumental in helping get the World Arena built and had great involvement in the Colorado Springs community prior to his death. The Frederick R. Sindt Everest Award is meant to honor his dedication to this community and to recognize someone (could be inside or outside the advertising/marketing community) who has contributed to making Colorado Springs the community it is today. The Everest Award was originated in 1998 and was the most prestigious award given by the American Advertising Federation Colorado Springs chapter. EMAL International MaGazine
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Pakistan’s Ambassador at Large, Javed Malik inaugurated The Pakistan Fashion & Textile Week in UAE as the Chief Guest on 25th April 2015 at a prominent five star hotel in Dubai.
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Pakistan Fashion Week UAE Launched with a bang on 25th and 26th April at Dusit Thani Hotel,Dubai. It was a two days event where designers showcased their latest collection on the ramp. The event was attended by the V.Vip's and Dignitaries from Pakistan and US consulate. His Excellency Ambassador Javed Malik was the chief guest along with other UAE dignitaries. Ambassador Javed Malik said “as part of our trade and cultural diplomacy initiatives we continue to explore new avenues that pave the way to promote Pakistani products, expand our trade and boost exports to the UAE and the Gulf region. We also believe that such initiatives not only project a positive image of Pakistan at an international level, but also create an opportunity for us to support and encourage talented Pakistanis and give them an international platform to showcase their work.� Malik appreciated the organizing team led by Syed Imad, Syed Shuja and Saira Sara and thanked the large audience for coming and showing their support. There were 11 designers to walk the Ramp with 30 female models and 20 male models. Designers were very happy to see the response and are looking forward for another season soon!. PFW UAE Season II will take place in October with both Renowned and emerging designers. PFW UAE hosted twice a year to give a platform to the fashion Industry of Pakistan. Catwalk Shows and An Exhibition went hand in hand, a 2 days event with all the Glitz & Glam of Dubai Pakistan Business Council is very keen to join us again in October. All nationalities came to attend both the exhibition and the Fashion Shows. There were many designers who participated . All the designers showcased their Spring/Summer Collections. PFW UAE is organized by Ladyz Fuzion,Dream Advertising and Ministry of Events along with EMAL International Magazine as there official Print Media partner. ARY Network was the electronic Partners EMAL International MaGazine
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he Mela Festival is an annual, multi cultural festival City Hall Square (R책dhusplassen) in Oslo. It is one of the largest events of its kind outside the Asian subcontinent, The Mela is headed by Khalid Salimi who is of Pakistani origin. Salimi was deputy head of the Norwegian Arts Council (1996-2004) where he led the Art Council's new priority area "Mossaic program" for strengthening cultural diversity in Norwegian art and culture. Arts Council initiated to establish Horisont as an independent foundation, where one of the major events is the Mela Festival, where Khalid Salimi is the Artistic Director. EMAL magazine interviewed Khalid Salimi who has been actively involved with human-rights and was director of the Anti-Racism Centre in Oslo, where he was involved for immigrants and other minority rights around debate on racism and anti-racism since the late 1970s. He was co-founder and the leader of SOS Racism in Norway, but withdrew from the organization in 1993, Salimi is an an active art critic and music columnist for the Weekly Norwegian paper Morgenbladet. In addition he is Editor in Chief for the bimonthly Magazine "Samora". What is the basic theme of Mela? There is no particular theme, but there is a profile that we follow. The main elements of this profile is to present high 12
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quality art from around the world, to make it accessible to as many as possible, keeping in mind the demographic composition of Norway today, and trying to reflect it in the program as much as possible. As Mela is one of the major event of Norway and being a Director of that, how do you see it from your view? There has been no intention to make this event huge. However, it seems that the festival is catering a need, which has long been ignored by the art and culture institutions in Norway. Where there was a need to bring together, different art forms from around the world. How do you feel, interacting and working along with artists from around the World ? It is a pretty challenging task, but, much easier than many presume. We try to approach the artists directly and work with them closely. We do our best to accommodate their needs and whatever is possible to facilitate their participation. In return many artists appreciate and very satisfied in the way they are treated. This is a type of work we continually keep on developing and try to do it better for each year.
Besides Mela festival, we work on different cultural and artistic co-operation and also facilitate smaller communities around in Oslo, not least cooperation with other art institutions, artists from various countries, where immigrants from Norway originate such as Somalia, Pakistan, Vietnam etc. Let me also mention that we are in the process of establishing the Mela Art's house, which will give us an opportunity to organize events on a much more regular basis in addition to the Mela festival. Who do you think are the key people for this success? The team, which has been working tirelessly for years, it's a matter of deep loyalty, understanding and patience to work consequently. What is important to mention here is the chemistry, which make people going, taking care of them selves, taking care of each other and having fun.
How you use to manage the crowd for thousands of people? There is huge teamwork involved in managing the well being of the audience, and their security. In addition to the team, which is involved, it is important to mention that the audience is very cooperative with our security staff. EMAL International MaGazine 13
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Cucumber Cucumbers contain hydrating, nourishing and astringent properties that are very good for skin. They can improve the overall appearance of your skin by repairing damaged skin cells, removing dead skin cells and adding a fresh glow. Cut a fresh cucumber into thick slices, and rub them thoroughly all over your face. Leave it on overnight and rinse with warm water in the morning. Do this daily before going to bed. Alternatively, make a mixture with equal amounts of cucumber juice and lemon juice. Apply this mixture to your skin, allow it to dry completely, and then wash it off with warm water. Do this daily.
Turmeric Turmeric is an excellent antiseptic and skin-lightening agent that helps minimize scars and other marks. Plus, turmeric can alleviate allergic, inflammatory and infectious skin disorders that make your skin look dull and lifeless. Mix one tablespoon of turmeric powder with enough pineapple juice to make a paste. Apply the paste to your face and neck. Leave it on until the paste dries completely. Then wash it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy two or three times a week to reduce the appearance of spots on skin. Make a paste by mixing equal amounts of turmeric powder and gram flour with a little water or milk. Apply it evenly on your skin and leave it on until it dries. Wash it off with lukewarm water, scrubbing your skin gently in a circular motion. Follow this remedy once a week to lighten your skin tone and remove scars.
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Baking soda balances pH levels of the skin, which is very important to maintain clear skin. Plus, its mild antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties help deal with problems like acne, pimples and spots. It also works as an excellent exfoliating agent to keep the skin free from dirt, impurities and dead skin cells.
Apply fresh-squeezed lemon juice to your entire face and neck. Leave it on for 10 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water. After this, rub cucumber slices on your skin to soften and moisturize it. Do this daily or every other day. Another option is squeeze the juice of one-half lemon and mix one to two tablespoons of raw honey in it. Apply it on your face, leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse it off. To exfoliate your skin, mix two teaspoons each of lemon juice and sugar. Apply the mixture on your face, neck
Mix one teaspoon of baking soda with one teaspoon of water or lemon juice to make a paste. Cleanse your face and use the paste to gently exfoliate the skin. Finally rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat it dry with a towel. Follow this remedy two or three times a week. Alternatively, mix one teaspoon each of baking soda and raw honey. Apply this mixture onto damp skin and massage gently for just one minute. Then wash with lukewarm water. Finally, splash some cold water on your face to close the pores. Follow this remedy once a week.
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With the Smart Plane app downloaded, you pilot the little biplane by tilting your phone. Your phone's gyro-meters then pick up these movements, and they are translated into sensible, proportional instructions for the rudder. With a wingspan of 8.4 inches and weighing in at 0.4 oz, the Smart Plane is unlikely to do much damage even if you do fly into anything. But it's made of solid stuff, and if you ever lose signal, it will automatically pilot itself. There's also a Flight assist mode for a little more help, and it is remarkably stable in the air. Flights last up to 15 minutes on one charge, and refueling via USB takes around 13 minutes.
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ermany's Minister of Transport has announced a project that will see a section of the A9 autobahn that connects Berlin and Munich set it up for autonomous vehicle testing. Hanging digital bells and whistles on the A9 will include infrastructure provisions for vehicle-to-vehicle communication, as well as liberating a chunk of the 700 MHz radio spectrum so the test cars can talk back and forth. The project is expected to get underway later this year. Data platforms aside, it's clear that manufacturers like Mercedes and Volkswagen are looking into having selfdriving capability be another option for future buyers. You can check the boxes for Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, satellite radio, also check the box for autonomous driving.
While similar projects are underway in the US, Europe, China, and Japan, the German trials are the first time a country has given over a slice of public highway for tests like this and the fact that the Berlin to Munich Autobahn is a pretty important stretch of road points to just how serious they are about this.
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n modern society, news media are the chief purveyors of information and opinion about public affairs. Journalism, however, is not to be confused with the news media or the news itself. In some nations, the news media is government-controlled and not an independent body that operates with in a journalistic framework. In democratic societies, access to information can play a key role providing a system of checks and balances designed to limit the over reach of powers concentrated in governments, businesses and other entities and individuals. Access to verifiable information gathered by independent media sources adhering to journalistic standards can also provide ordinary citizens with the tools they need to participate in the political process. The core purpose of a journalist is to research, document, write, and present the news in an honest, ethical, and unbiased way. Although the method for reporting the news may be changing, the need for talented, qualified and educated journalists is more important than ever. One of the most famous names in International journalism is Kadafi Zaman. Born in Norway, a Pakistani-Norwegian that has been a journalist for TV2 news, the famous Norwegian news channel. He also spent three years at VG Norway's biggest newspaper, which needs no introduction. Zaman has also been instrumental in TV2's coverage of the terrorist attack against Norway on 22 July. Zaman was born and raised in Norway of Pakistani parents. He is also a former local politician in Lier municipality of Labour. He is a talented author and has written many articles for newspapers as well as books including "Norway in black, white and brown�. He has covered a lot of acute dilemmas exclusively related to crime, misconduct, terrorism and immigration in Norway. His career includes many international assignments and putting his life in danger to provide authentic and meaningful information to the world.
I fear God and no one else. It might sound like a clichĂŠ but that's how it works for me. If I had been thinking about everything that could happen all the time I would never have manage to do my job
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He has been amongst the first journalists at the biggest news events in recent years, valued for the quality of his journalism. He was in the border areas between Afghanistan and Pakistan by 11 September 2001, tsunami in Banda Aceh in 2004, also the earthquake in Kashmir in 2005.He has also covered the Hajj in Saudi Arabia, the Bhutto assassination, the largest fall in Pakistan's politics. Zaman has covered them all with his insightful brand of journalism. And many more like the Gaza war 2009, floods that affected large parts of Pakistan in the autumn of 2010, revolution in Egypt in 2011. The list
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just goes on. In autumn 2012 he was the first Norwegian journalist to be granted a visa to Iran for several years. This shows the high regard with which he is held due to his conduct and passion towards journalism. How did you get started working in media? I studied journalism in Stavanger University. After that I started to work for a regional newspaper. Two years later I was head hunted by the largest paper in Norway, VG. Why did you decide to be a journalist? I want to make a difference. I want to tell stories about the common people. About people in their struggle against a powerful state. About people who are suffering in a war. About people who want to be heard.
What is your favourite thing about your job? The best thing about my job is that I never know what will happen. Every single day is different. I can wake up and go to work in the morning and a couple of hours later I can suddenly be on a plane to Cairo or Brazil. How would you like to spend your free time? I like to spend time with my family and friends. I also love sports, like football and badminton. If I have some extra days off I prefer to travel to some nice city or a beach and just relax. On the borders in the sight of terrorists aren't you scared? I fear God and no one else. It might sound like a clichĂŠ but that's
Any tip you want to give to newly born media persons. I think it's very important to be dedicated and humble. Journalism is a profession which requires a lot of responsibility. We should be the voice of the weak. We should expose the powerful and the corrupt. To achieve this one needs patience. Start working with a small paper or TV and work hard. There is no short cut if you want to stay strong. As you are an internationally known personality please share some of your experiences round the world. I have been very lucky to experience a lot of events in recent history. I covered the war in Afghanistan after 9/11. Remember how we stayed in Peshawar and just waited for weeks. After the tsunami in 2004 I was sent to Banda Aceh in Indonesia. I have never seen such devastations in my life. There were dead people all over. Another thing I remember very well was the coverage of Hajj. It was a strong experience to just see the Kaba and witness the pilgrimage of millions of people. I was also among the few journalists that went with the same plane as Benazir Bhutto when she returned to Pakistan after many years in exile. Some hours after the landing in Karachi there was a suicide attack killing more than 140 people. I will never forget those who died for Bhutto. I could mention many more experiences but another event that has had a strong impact on me was the flood in Pakistan in 2010. We started the coverage in Swat and drove all the way down to Sukkur. I have never seen so many children and women suffering before. You have been a former Local politician in Lier municipality of labour, being a politician serving among the people or being a journalist playing with dangers! Which one you liked? I must say that I admire the work politicians do. It's not an easy job. But in countries like Norway people dedicate themselves to work for others. In a country with almost no corruption and no huge financial benefits that's really impressive. I don't miss being a politician. I feel that I can do more in my present job. I can highlight the issues I find important in a more effective way. EMAL International MaGazine
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Shuja malik covered the dinner event accommodate and bless by EMAL magazine to the entire cast of the movie "HARAM" and its director Rolfsen. The movie had a premier in Drammen city and released all over the country on 3rd October.
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DINNER BY EMAL MAGAZINE After a dinner party the stars and the director Ulrik Imtiaz Rolfsen shows their gratitude towards EMAL magazine and its Norway's country Manager Nadim badjwa for there superb hospitality
Rolfsen to EMAL Magazine, "All I can say is wow! What a lovely evening and such an incredibly gracious hosts EMAL Magazine is. Thank you for endorsing our movie HARAM by inviting the entire team to a beautiful evening for dinner. Everything was so delicious, the large selection of appetizers and desserts you served was amazing. We loved having the chance to meet EMAL Magazine, its friends and neighbours. What good and impressive personalities! Their conversations were so interesting, intellectual and entertaining. Once again I thank EMAL Magazine for a wonderful evening and for supporting our production "HARAM". We look forward for healthy relationship and your support to make "HARAM" the movie a big hit not only in Norway but on a global Level. The entire crew expresses themselves for EMAL Magazine's Dinner "Dinner was absolutely superb, and the setting was elegant. Especial thanks to EMAL Magazine for inviting on a lovely evening. We greatly enjoyed spending time with EMAL Magazine's staff in Norway and the country manager of EMAL magazine, Mr. Nadim is very stunning and amazing personality. In movie haram the starring character of gangster is played by Omer at intervening level. The story revolve around Omer's sister which they think she was killed by his family member in the case of dignify or honor as she ran away from her own wedding occasioned in Pakistan. When the truth exposed that she was not dead, by his father's 22
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order to his family Omer comes Norway to find her sister with the help of "Khurram" his cousin and a boon companion desperado, Omer discover the unexplored Norway where his sister Amna lives a successful life. The story of Haram shades the family life, romance, and everyday's life of gangs in Oslo. The star cast of Haram is Elias Ali as omer, Katharina as Nigel, Sohail Anwar as Khurram and the movie Haram is their First debut. Abubakar Hussein as Abu ,27 years from Lorenskog. He is known from NRK series "Taxi" and as host of the talk show Tabu with Abu NRK Nett-TV. Abubakar won comedy award this year 2014 in the category Breakthrough of the Year for "Tabu with Abu" and is a well known artist. Abu was also seen at Izzat "another movie by Ulrik Imtiaz Rolfsen" In other starring characters we see among others are Kare Conradi, Petronella Barker, Nasrullah Qureshi and Khaw Gomi. Ulrik Imtiaz Rolfsen has build many music videos and short commercial films, Rolfsen started his career 19 years before and worked very hard & put his all efforts to bring things which are very near to nature and appreciated by people. In 2005, Norwegian Action film Izzat was his first debutante feature film as a director, the story of the movie delineate NorwegianPakistan gang ambience from 1980's to 1990's, the intermediate tenure. Rolfsen draw up the screen play of movie Izzat along with Leon Bashir and Film kameratene produced the film. At the same time Ulrik was a B-director of another Norwegian movie Import Export which was Norwegian-Pakistani theme based.
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Varg Veum – Bitter flowers by Miso Films & SF Norway, block buster movie was also directed by Mr. Rolfsen in 2007, the name of the movie was Varg Veum, a novel character a popular gunnar stale send detective. The Last Joint Venture (2008) and TAXI (2011 TV series) are also by Rolfsen. Ulrik Imtiaz is Norwegian born has a artistic background from his mother side, Kari Rolfsen, Imtiaz start his life with his father Mohammad Ali gondal and mother in hassle in Oslo. A famous television serial by Imtiaz Rolfsen is about young and encouraged Norwegian Pakistani lawyer get wind of taxi scum on large scale in Oslo and bring to light that Pakistani relevant & Norwegian arbiter are involved. About the same time that "Haram" launching in Fall puts Imtiaz Rolfsen on a flight to Los Angeles where he will make his first Hollywood film. "I've signed for a film called "Breathe," which will be produced by Jonathan Sanger. It is about an American couple travelling in South America. The woman in the relationship is kidnapped and must get out" Imtiaz Rolfsen said to EMAL Magazine. For his new project they are now expecting for clear casting, also Ulrik said this design and activity have a great budget like Norwegian films. Jonathan Sanger is among the executive producer Tom cruise film "Vanilla sky" and he has produced "Elephant Man" a Oscar winner movie directed by David lynch Ulrik Imtiaz Rolfsen wrote the script, directed and produced HARAM. He has for the last 10 years been one of the most prolific directors.The Last Joint Venture(2008) and TAXI (2011 TV series
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LARRY FOGG TRIP TO NORWAY A very warm greetings to the readers of Norway, I was very glad when told about this particular issue is dedicated for our Norwegian readers the day I know I decided to share my marvelous trip to Norway. I planned my trip to Norway to see the Northern lights, I was able to arrange an individual, unescorted tour through Fjord Travel. The trip would originate in Oslo with a train trip across the mountains to Trondheim. We would board a Hurtigruten ferry ship and sail north along the coast of Norway and around the North Cape to Kirkenes. Excursions would include a dog-sledding trip at Bodo, an excursion to the North Cape, and a snowmobile safari at Kirkenes. In addition, we would spend one additional night at the Kirkenes Snow Hotel before flying back to Oslo. I arrived at Oslo, Norway, on Thursday, 20 February, at about 10:00 AM. After clearing immigration, I obtained some Norway Krone at an ATM machine before we exited the terminal and located the SAS airport bus. The SAS airport bus took us to within one block of the Thon Hotel Bristol in the Oslo city center. We had booked two additional nights at the hotel prior to starting our Fjord Travel tour in order to be able to spend a couple of days in Oslo. We spent most of Thursday afternoon resting at the hotel and researching sights that we wanted to visit in Oslo. We had a wonderful dinner at the Bristol Grill in the hotel where we got our first introduction to just how expensive most things are in Norway. Jan looked on the Internet and Norway is currently the most expensive country in the world according to the “Big Mac Index.” Most convenience type stores in Norway have ATM machines. Norway has a senior discount program and the discount is granted not only to the qualifying senior person but also to the people who are accompanying him/her. Since I qualified for the senior discount, we saved a considerable amount of money when we traveled by bus and visited local sightseeing attractions. On Friday morning, after a magnificent buffet breakfast at the hotel, we obtained information at the hotel front desk on riding the bus to the National Theater stop and taking the No. 30 bus to the nautical museums. We walked to the bus stop and took the bus to the stop for the Kon-Tiki Museum, the Fram Museum and the Maritime Museum. We first visited the Fram Museum which houses the FRAM, the most famous ship in polar history. It is known for the expeditions to the North and South Poles and can be toured by visitors to the museum. In an adjacent building, connected by an underground tunnel, the museum also houses GJOA, the first ship to navigate the Northwest Passage. The museum exhibits document polar exploration expeditions and it has spectacular models of FRAM icebound aircraft and airships, a theater, and a polar activity center. Our next stop was at the Norwegian Maritime Museum. It emphasizes ship building, maritime history, art, and archaeology. We went from here to the Kon-Tiki Museum where the original KON-TIKI balsa wood raft is on display. Thor Heyerdahl gained worldwide fame when he crossed the Pacific from Peru to French Polynesia on KON-TIKI in 1947. The film about the expedition, which won an Oscar in 1951, is screened every day at noon. Heyerdahl also had spectacular expeditions on the reed boats Ra and Tigris. The vessel Ra II is also on display at the museum. Ra II was a reed boat that sailed across the
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Atlantic Ocean from Morocco to Barbados in 1970. In addition, the museum has a very nice exhibit about Easter Island. We re-boarded bus No. 30 and went to the Viking Ship Museum. This museum houses three Viking ships: the Gokstad, the Oseberg, and the Tune. These ships were discovered in three burial mounds along the Oslo fjord. They had been buried more than 1,000 years ago to serve as vessels for their royal owners’ final journey to the realm of the dead. The exhibition also shows skeletons from the ships, the funeral carriage, sledges, and other artifacts from the graves. On Saturday morning, we walked to the Royal Palace. The palace was closed to the public but the palace grounds were very nice. We continued walking to the Cultural History Museum. This museum opened in 1904 and documents 9,000 years of Norwegian history with displays of Bronze Age burial sites and Viking weapons, jewelry, and handicrafts. The museum also houses medieval church art, gold artifacts, and a coin cabinet displaying Norway’s coin history. Other exhibitions included hunting and fishing in the Arctic, ancient Egypt, Samuari swords, and American Indians. We continued walking to the Oslo Cathedral and then on to the Akershus Fortress and Castle. The Oslo Cathedral is the main church of the Oslo diocese, established in 1076. The current building is Oslo’s third cathedral and was consecrated during 1697. It is Norway’s official church with the Palace, the Parliament, and government buildings located within its parish boundaries. Many national, parliamentary, and royal events have been celebrated there. The Akershus Fortress and Castle is a medieval castle that was built to protect Oslo. Initial construction on the castle began in the late 1290s. The fortress was first used in battle in 1308, when it was besieged by the Swedish duke Eric of Soderman land. The main building has undergone restoration and it has been used for official events and dinner. There is still more to write as the journey doesn't ends here, follow the next issue to know more exciting happenings, some do’s and don'ts you must need to know before you plan a trip to Norway.
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he largest island in the world Greenland, located between the Arctic Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland. Greenland possesses the world's second largest ice sheet. The climate is arctic to subarctic, with cool summers and cold winters. Extremely down temperature and here survival of human is miracle and visiting this island is not possible for everyone but except only the brave ones. Here we feel proud to tell you about Safiullah Rana citizen of Norway, a 33 years old Pakistani, not only Pakistani but the first daring and courageous Pakistani presently in Norway , who cross the Greenland on ski, a distance of 600 km in horribly below temperature less than minus 35 degree Celsius. Rana have very brave and challenging personality and he decided to make it possible, he spend many hours for training before making that adventure as a weight of 60 kg on the back is not an easy task. Safiullah started his venture on 25th april with a team of seven people
Safiullah Rana
1st Norwegian Pakistani who Across in 24 Days Greenland impossible. Safi shell out 75,000 Norwegian Krone for the trip. In everyday life he is a nice sympathetic heart person, the teddy bear with him in the pictures shows his love toward his family and humanity also. He has love for everyone besides that playing football is Rana's hobby and being a football player he come out as an icon. He said “my parents had always been very encouraging and have helped me at every critical juncture of my life”. More he said “my parents are like my friends and they have always made the right decisions for me. It is because of my parent's prayers and efforts that I'm here and the credit for my success goes to them”.
He is a very lucky and blessed person because he has not only courage but also have sources to make possible the
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FOOD FANTASTIC
HARYALI CHICKEN BOTI
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INGREDIENTS: Boneless Chicken (cubed) Coriander Leaves (ground) Green Chilies (ground) Ginger Garlic Salt Black Pepper All Spice Cream cup
½ kg ½ cup 8 1 tsp 1 tsp ½ tsp ½ tsp ½
Cumin (roasted
INGREDIENTS: Chicken (12 pcs) Oil Ginger Garlic Salt Red Chili Powder Coriander Powder Yogurt cup
1 kg ½ cup 2 tsp 1½ tsp 2 ½ tsp 3 tsp 1½
Brown Onions (ground) 4 tbsp heaved Nutmeg (ground) ¼ tsp Maize (ground) ¼ tsp All spice ¼ tsp Saffron ¼ tsp Hot Milk 2 tbsp Screw Pine Water 1 tbsp
ZAFARANI QORMA
METHOD: Marinate chicken boti with all the given ingredients for 2 hrs. Put on skewers. BBQ or bake or fry. Give dum of coal. Serve with onion rings and lemon.
SHAMI KABAB
METHOD : Heat oil in a pan. Add ginger garlic with chicken. Fry for 5 mins. Add salt chili powder coriander powder with quarter cup water. Fry well. Add yogurt with brown onions. Cover and cook till chicken tender and thick gravy left. Lastly add all spice, zafran, kewra. Leave it on dum.
INGREDIENTS: Beef mince ½ kg Potato (peeled & chopped) 1 Channa daal ½ cup Onion (chopped) 1 Ginger Garlic 1 tbsp Yogurt 2 tbsp Salt 1 tsp Chili Powder 1 tsp All Spice 1 tsp Coriander Leaves 2 tbsp Green Chilies (chopped) 2 Egg (beaten) 1 Bread Crumbs to coat .
METHOD : Boil the mince with potato, daal, ginger garlic, onion salt, spices, 2 cups water till daal has cooked completely and mixture dry. Grind finely by adding yogurt, coriander leaves and green chilies. Mix well. Shape into kababs. Dip in beaten egg, coat in bread crumbs and deep fry.
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MERI JAN A good addition to the Pakistani musical cinema history is expected with the release of upcoming Pakistani Movie Meri Jaan which is going to be musical offer after a long time in Pakistani cinema. It is not only about the terrorism and current social issues but Pakistani directors and producers are going for new experiments everyday. Pakistani Movie Meri Jaan is an upcoming Pakistani film by Majid Khan going to be produced by Huma Sheikh. Both look promising while working together and expect to give a new melodious touch to the Pakistani cinema industry. Certainly, it is going to be a good quality project as good technology is being deployed for the music and film shoot. First Song of Pakistani Movie Meri Jaan has been recorded in the voice of talented Pakistani singer Jawad Sheikh.
WRONG NUMBER Wrong Number is a 2015 Pakistani romantic comedy film directed by Yasir Nawaz and co-produced by Yasir Nawaz, Nida Yasir and Hassan Zia under the production banner YNH Films. The film features Javed Sheikh,Danish Taimoor, Nadeem Jaffri, Danish Nawaz, Shafqat Cheema, Sohai Ali Abro and Janita Asma in lead roles The story revolves around Sallu (Danish Taimoor) who hopes to make it big in the business of showbiz someday. However his plans have to face the wrath of his father Hajji Abba (Javed Sheikh) who wants his son to either join the other men of the family and be a butcher or get some government job. Laila (Sohai Ali Abro) is the girl next door, who has a thing for Sallu but Sallu is not interested in her and wants to focus on his career. While Sallu and his story is set in Karachi there is another track in Lahore featuring Haya (Janita Asma) who flies to Karachi to receive Shehryar (Danish Taimoor) who is all set to succeed his grandfather and run the company Haya works at.
DEKH MAGAR PYAR SE Being produced under the banner of Riaz Shahid Films, Dekh Magar Pyar Se Pakistani movies is going to be the very first Pakistani movie being written by Shaan Shahid himself. Shiny Toy Guns has extended its collaborative hand for making this film. Director Asad ul Haq and Ali Murtaza has worked their best to complete and release the Dekh Magar Pyar Se movie by the mid of 2015. Shaan Shahid is of the view that his father Riaz Shahid has done great jobs while scripting many famous and successful movies by his time and he’s looking to follow suit. This is where he has done a screenplay writing and dialogue writing course from American university
BIN ROYE Get ready for another biggie from Pakistani cinema with some of the biggest names of Pakistani industry. This is the time, it is Bin Roye Pakistani romantic drama Movie starring Mahira Khan and Humayun Saeed. Based on the famous novel, Bin Roye Ansoo, The star cast of Bin Roye film is quite glamorous as well as popular including the all time beautiful Mahira Khan, talented Humayun Saeed, attractive Armeena Rana and legendary Javed Sheikh and Zeba Bakhtyar!
KARACHI SE LAHORE Wajahat Rauf, renowned Pakistani film director has launched his new project and this is the new and upcoming Pakistani Movie Karachi se Lahore a road trip comedy film which is all set for shooting floor. The scrip is being finalized and worked over. The cast of the movie has already been finalized and the shooting spells started as of now. The cast of the Pakistani Movie Karachi se Lahore includes Javaid Sheikh, Ayesha Omar, Rashid Naaz, Shehzad Sheikh, Yasir Hussain and others. The upcoming Pakistani Movie Karachi se Lahore has been written by its leading start Yasir Hussain
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PRIDE OF PAKISTAN MICHAEL SHABAZ ONE OF THE BEST TENNIS COACHES IN NORWAY FROM PAKISTAN
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ichael Shabaz Dad (36) is a Norwegian Pakistani tennis coach and businessman who is also involve in the film industry. Shabaz Dad is a former active competitive tennis player who now works as a professional tennis coach. Shabaz has worked as head coach and sports director for several clubs in Norway. He also has broad experience from various management and international business. Now he's coaching staff at Holmen Tennis club. Besides tennis job Shabaz also an actor and work in film as a hobby. Shabaz has previously run theater too and made some small jobs in film and advertising. He has done a role in March 2015 in the movie "Sard" meaning cold. He also has two other roles in films 2015/16. Michael Shabaz's main project is the movie "Lidenskap" meaning Passion as he writes. This film is about two teenagers who are tennis players. EMAL has got the opportunity to talk the versatile personality and unveil about his personal and professional life the people wants to know, While talking to EMAL Shabaz tells many things he never talked about.
Why did you choose tennis and when? I played football at first and was a good striker of the team but my father wanted me also to invest in tennis and do more sports so I also started playing tennis beside football. It all started two years later when we were visiting a close friend of my father who enjoyed watching tennis on TV, the day we were with him was randomly semifinals of the French Open between Michael Chang and Ivan Lendl in 1989. This thriller game was won by Chang who is also one of the most memorable matches in tennis history. I think this was so much fun and great that we decided to see the final between Michael Chang and Stefan Edberg. I was very motivated by watching Chang win the French Open and my father would 36
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EMAL has got the opportunity to talk the versatile personality and unveil about his personal and professional life the people wants to know, While talking to EMAL Shabaz tells many things he never talked about. after this final that I should invest more in tennis than football when there is also less risk of injuries in tennis he said. The day after this final on TV, I went straight to Rykkinn Tennis club again to entered the course with trainer. I also trained a lot with my brother who is now a Squash player in Norway. For many years my brother was my training partner when we both were very eager. Gradually it became more and more tennis addicted and I began to concentrate fully and participate in tournaments. What were your goals and what you have achieved as a tennis player? I had big goals in tennis . I began to invest 100% in tennis and had the goal of becoming an ATP player. I played actively as competitive player in the junior class and was a top 10 player in Norway. While playing with passion got me some titles and good locations. I struggled allot with a knee and ankle injury after an accident that got me on crutches for 7-8 months. I trained and played active also in senior class but had to put up venture at the age of 21 years due to
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this injury that often came back. Then I decided to invest in training industry instead. Have you worked as a trainer since it? Yes I was the youngest head coach in Norway at my home club and after that I worked as a head coach and sports director for several clubs. I took coach education in Norway and some in Spain, and attended numerous seminars and have spent a lot of time reading books in tennis to be a good coach. I now have extensive experience as a trainer for children, adults and competitive players. I've also been a personal trainer for players who are now moving forward from the United States. What is your training philosophy? I'm passionate about club development and better Norwegian tennis environment. Like helping children and youth succeed in tennis. It is important that all students regardless of age and playing strength are given the opportunity to develop as a tennis player. Do you have any advice for young people who are betting in sports? Yes I would say that it is important to always do their best in both training and in matches. Be well prepared and use visualization before games and do your best and think always forward. Important with good attitude and the right focus in the sport you are betting in. Eat healthy and drink plenty of water and remember enough sleep. Sometimes one must make some tough choices in order to succeed, it can be like moving from family to invest in young age. Be tough and not be afraid to practice a lot. I think that one can achieve anything if will power is in place and you really do something about it constantly. What you do to take care of your health? I do exercise, eat healthy and drink plenty of water. I also use a product that is a Balance Oil of fish. This fish oil omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin D mixed with oil of a special olive plant that makes my body stays in balance and make sure I stay healthy and feel great. Tell us a bit about the movie you're writing? This script which I am writing along with two others in the film industry in Norway. I have worked with this idea for a while and it is approaching a result. This movie will be about two teenagers who are tennis players. More I can not reveal
about this project yet. You are also working in an international company in addition to tennis and film project, how do you manage it all? Tennis is my passion and that's what I do it full time. Besides that I have a business part time and write when I get the opportunity. What are your goals and plans for the future? I believe it is important to have big goals in life. The larger goal you have, the longer you will achieve. I have goals in tennis and in the business world. I will of course try to be successful with tennis theme movie but one of my goals is to work with players at international top level in the future. I'm passionate Norwegian tennis player but will also enjoy working with players from other nations and from Pakistan. I am planning a trip to Pakistan during the few years to become better acquainted with Pakistani talents.
Finally, I would say "Live with passion" facebook.com/ MichaelShabaz.3
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RASHID ANWAR
NATION’S HERO
A Norwegian Pakistani who became champion in Men's Physique and thus became the first champion in Norway In 2013.
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n discussion with EMAL Rashid said “Worst I know is to give up. I have set my goals and one day world would see. I do not give up until I've dragged the body so far that your body gives up. But it has not happened yet”. Anwar said Rashid believe that mind or our intrinsic will power controls the body, and as long as you have a strong will your body would follow! He said that another thing that motivates him is seeing the body change also he added that “last weeks before competition I can almost see the change from day to day and it was fascinating” During conversation with EMAL Rashid shared his beautiful thoughts. Rashid said “I think that we bodybuilders are like artists. The difference is that if an artist would change his painting as he takes up just brush and put something in, something fills up or take anything away. For bodybuilders as it is our body that is our artwork. And our main goal is to get such a symmetrical body as possible. So not a muscle predominate over other. But to change the artwork, so we must be on strict diet and training hard several times a day. We cannot just take up a brush and add more mass on my shoulder if we want it. We must make it through heavy workouts, sweat and toil. So yes we are artists” EMAL would also like to share Rashid's thought with our international reader by having a short interview of Rashid Anwar. Why you are so passionate and why body building? Any personalities from celluloid or literature that made you took this sport? I chose Kick boxing because I like it, I started training when I was 14 years old. Began practicing kick boxing. Later I got interested in bodybuilding and started training seriously from 22 years of age. My dad and my brother always have interest in weight lifting so it was well obvious where my interest came from too. How do you prepare yourself both physically and mentally before any tournament? My coach polishes me in the best possible ways. I practice twice a day, two hours in the morning and the same period of time in the evening. This way I can focus on my goal. Participated in my first competition in bodybuilding in 2008 and won the best debutante trophy and place at second position. In 2013 I became champion in Men's Physique and thus became the first champion in Norway in concern branch since it was the first time it was held in Norway. When you heard your name being announced as the winner and that you shall be awarded, what were your feelings exactly on that very moment that all the hard work and dedication, finally turned out to be fruitful? When my name was announced as the winner, for a moment I could not believe that I have won. I won't be able to express that exact feeling in words. My heart is full but I have no words to express it. What are your other activities which you like? I like all kinds of sports with some action. I have trained myself
differently through time. Including kick boxing, Thai boxing, mma, capoeira, gymnastics but with the main focus on weight training. Has swum with sharks and going skydiving this summer. Like adrenaline. What would you suggest about the diet? When it comes to food as there are so many different opinions, investigations and diets. People get so hung up on how much calories contains everything etc. But remember that there is a difference between calories based on what it comes from. My best advice to those who want to get in shape is to eat healthy food but not hanging too much in calories. If it is possible for you to stay away from sugar, saturated fats and wheat products then so much have done. Diet is essential for a complete personality. Also if you want a fancy burger so go, grab a burger but only for a one day, it is not like something you do every day and everything will be okay. Suggestions for beginners? My tip for those who want to train themselves should talk with skilled people in this sports so they can work properly from day one, so they ensure their results. Doing thing properly the first time is Important. If you want to do something then do it properly or not at all. And it does not matter how this looks to other people. If there is something, you should do it. What would you recommend for six packs? There are a number of factors to consider when training for a truly ripped six-pack. The abs have a higher percentage of slow-twitch muscle fibers than other skeletal muscle groups, but they still need heavy work in the lower rep ranges. Because the abs include so many different muscle groups, smart exercise selection is essential for complete development. Even the strongest abs can easily get covered by excess body fat, so an effective diet that cuts fat and spares muscle is essential. Cordial will speed your fat-loss efforts, but some kinds are superior to others. Abs workouts should get more challenging as you get stronger, so a true six-pack plan should have built-in progression.
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