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Breaking News
16 All about Russia 28 How to make paperwheels 30 The Ultimate Summer Bucket List 34 The King of the Wild Goats 4
40 Words of wisdom from YouTubers
50 Recipes of deliciousness
41 Top 10 music playlist
54 Cyber Security Guide
42 Movie Review
56 Style: Mother & Daughter lookbook
46 Summer Events 47 My advice: How I protected my child from bullies
57 Top picks for mothers
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The victory lap Saudi Arabia has historically lifted the ban that allows women to drive. Aseel Al-Hamad, an interior designer and motorsports devotee, is the first Saudi Arabian woman to own a Ferrari. On June 28th, Al-Hamad celebrated the significant movement by driving one lap on the Le Castellet circuit in a 2012 Renault Formula One race car.
Glimpse: The birth of a new planet. On July 2nd, an unprecedented event has been marked in history as a group of scientists were able to capture a photograph of a new planet being born. The planet named as PDS 70b was detected through the means of the tool SPHERE, through a very large telescope from the ESO [European Organization for Astronomical Research in the Southern Hemisphere]. The tool is known to be the most compelling tool in existence. These powerful instruments have the ability to obtain measurements in terms of brightness, wavelengths, as well as other resources surrounding a planet. Located approximately 3 billion kilometers away, PDG 70B is observed to be around the distance between Uranus and the sun. The image displays a bright star with a dark center. Astronomers have determined that PDS 70b is a giant gas planet masking temperature up to 1000 degree Celsius, making it the hottest planet in the solar system.
Fishermen to the rescue 5,000 Indian fishermen from Kollam,Kerala in India are remarkably collecting and cleaning plastic debris from the seas. The clearing up of the plastic remnants is expected to fix roads as well as to open more job opportunities.
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Birthday Wish! My birthday wish is to get a tiny snow white kitten as a pet. I am 9 years old now & I can look after a pet plus it will be great fun to play with it & teach it a few tricks. I love kittens they are so cute, I would name mine Snowy.�
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My journey
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bullies Dear reader, I never believed in myself. I always doubted myself. I never thought that I was good enough to achieve anything, until I realized that I should not allow bullies to defeat me. I moved to a different country, started at a new school and had to make friends all over again; and all of that was so overwhelming. Kids thought that I was an easy target to bully because of my height (being the shortest), and I was too afraid to defend myself by challenging them as I was constantly teased for having a lisp. At the age of 9, I was just a little girl who was scared and anxious all the time. There were many days when I cried and did not want to return to school, but I knew that it was not possible for me to skip school. I told myself that I just needed to build more confidence. But that wasn’t easy at all, right? I mean how could I build confidence that quickly? I looked forward to weekends, where I didn’t have to worry about my bullies; just me, my music and dancing (my happy place). Dancing has been a part of my life since I was 3 years old. When I dance, I’m in my happy place and forget about all the bad things around me! Every child has a gift, a dream, and a purpose 8
in life. You should never give up or back down because of bullies. You should believe in yourself, never try to be someone else. Like me, you need to find their voice and tell their story! I accepted the fact that I’m short and that I have a lisp, but I know that I’ll eventually grow up and my lisp will eventually disappear. I needed to accept the way I look and speak. I overcame bullying by standing up for myself and not allowing them to push me down. I told my bullies that they should not be jealous because of my accomplishments and they can do exactly the same. My passions are dancing and as I have the freedom to express myself and just be ME! If you have a passion and a talent, you need to use it, don’t let it go to waste. Find your voice and tell your story. Yours Sincerely, Lea Goliath, 11 years old.
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Meet the first Saudi woman to climb
the world’s highest mountaints-
RAHA MOHARRAK By Cinta Gibbins
Self described as curious, adventurous and a child at heart, Raha Moharrak is the first Saudi woman to climb the world’s highest mountains including Mount Everest. She describes her passion for traveling as the “color of life”. Through her journey, she has inspired young women and men to follow their dreams despite cultural barriers. Raha is also an advocate for gender equality across different Middle Eastern countries. 1. Briefly introduce yourself
Hello, my name is Raha Moharrak and I am the first, but hopefully not the last Saudi Woman to climb Mount Everest and the seven summits. I’m the youngest of 3, so I have an older brother and sister, and they have taught me so much. If you ask me honestly, I would tell you I am an adventurer. I want to see the world and experience everything as much as I can. Traveling is like having a box of colors and having a beautiful canvas; and not traveling is like having a blank canvas and only wanting two colors to draw. For me traveling is the color of life. It keeps you excited. It gives you so many opportunities to learn and grow. It is tough for me to describe my personality because I’m a bit of a
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‘chameleon’. I am an introvert who plays an excellent extrovert. I am timid but I can speak to people; I’m extremely curious, but at the same time I’m calculative and cautious; I’m adventurous about everything except food. I love animals; I’ve always loved animals. Maybe I was one in my previous life.
2 What were your favorite things to do as a child? I am as curious as would be. I don’t up (laughs).I think to do as a child adventurous and
an interested child think I ever grew my favorite thing was always being creative. I liked
having fantasies in different worlds. I reinvented myself so many different times. I try as much as I can to be expressive with art. Like I said I loved animals, I had lots of pets growing up. I took care of them; I was like their doctor. I was just one of those people who was always outdoors continuously trying to do new things. I was still active, so I wanted to try different sports. I liked movies, books and loved stories mainly. I read encyclopedias till my eyes hurt.
3- What made you climbing mountains?
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“Climbing had everything I wanted in
one beautiful box.” What made me start climbing mountains was a lot of different things. I didn’t like it when I told other people I wanted to climb and they said that I couldn’t because I was a Saudi Girl. This is one of the big reasons why I wanted to go climbing. Another reason was that I wanted try something new. I am sporty and athletic, so mountains had that sense of athleticism. When I was on the side of a mountain for weeks, it spoke to the animalistic part of me. It was something new, adventurous, adrenaline sports and dangerous.
4- How many mountains have you climbed so far?
“Mountains have such a beautiful way of explaining to you so much. They can be the best teachers.” I think I have been around 12 or 14 expeditions; 12 mountains in seven continents over a period of 4 years. So I have done a lot. I have never really sat down and counted. Every single one of them has taught me something different. Every single one of them has something special. Every expedition had its own bad and good moments. I never imagined myself doing this. It taught me so much about myself and the world. It helped me be patient.
5- Explain why climbing mountains is a huge accomplishment for a young woman from Saudi Arabia?
Climbing a mountain is a battle in general; but doing it as a woman makes it more difficult. This is because how society perceives us and that makes it more of a struggle. Sometimes I think that the mountain wasn’t as hard as getting to the mountain. All the heartache, pain and the arguments that took place before getting to the mountain, were more of a challenge. It is significant because it proves that we are capable of doing far more than people think we can do in my opinion.
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“Mountains have such a beautiful way of explaining to you so much. They can be the best teachers.”
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6- How did you manage to convince your parents to allow you to climb mountains?
It took a lot of conversations. Discussions are always the key to growth and evolution. It took a lot of convincing, but it wasn’t just talking. They also saw my determination, drive and will to wake up in the morning and train. I missed my friend’s wedding because I was preparing in the mountains. You can’t ask for something so incredible, you have to prove it. I showed it to them by training and all the sacrifices I made to achieve my goal.
7- What advice would you give to kids on approaching their parents in allowing them to do things out of the norm?
“My advice is to have open conversations with each other with respect and dignity.” Tell them what is on your mind, share your thoughts. Learn how to agree to disagree. Learn to hear no and find the courage to ask why. As a parent, you must listen to your child. It is one of those things we need to work on as both parents and children. They should be more honest and communicate better when it comes to their dreams, wants, and desires.
8- What other ‘mountains’ do you have overcome in your day to day life?
We all have mountains. Not all of us get to climb rock and ice. We have emotional and mental mountains. I struggle almost every day with dyslexia. I have issues with replying to emails; I am shy about posts. I also have a mountain on my shoulders just because I am different; I am not the typical type of Arab woman. That’s one of the challenges I face every day. We all have mini challenges that we overcome on daily basis. Those are the ones that matter because they are the ones that shape us the most.
9- What are your thoughts on gender equality?
I think one of the principals of gender quality is to acknowledge and accept that we are equal but not the same. There is a difference between men and women; but we are equal when it comes to our hopes, dreams, and desires. Parents need to stop differentiating children based on their gender.
10- What advice would you give to young boys and girls who want to do great things?
“Failure is just a part of life you should embrace it, and most people are too afraid to try something new just because of their fear.” Never be scared, there is no shame whatsoever in failing. I don’t think half of the Greats of the world would have reached where they are if they were afraid of failure. The only shame is giving up and not trying something new. Wear your scars with pride because you’ve earned them. They are a sign of perseverance.
11- Who is your favorite superhero?
You are talking to an absolute DC and Marvel fan. As cliché as it sounds, I like Superman because he has powers and he uses it to help people. He also flies and I’ve always wanted to fly, and he doesn’t age, that would be awesome. I am an absolute geek when it comes to these things, so you are asking the right girl. If I were human, I would want to be Batman because you can do a lot of good things with money if you’re smart enough.
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Transformation of The Creek to Al By Anamika Sunil
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For an outsider, Dubai is a bustling city filled with modern structures exhibiting glitz and glamour. However, no one can miss a glimpse of the particular spot that continues to bewitch everyone, the Creek. Situated in the between the banks of Deira and Bur Dubai, this waterway upholds a traditional memoir for originating trade, pearl hunting and fishing in the UAE.
Creek was then transformed into a flourishing seaport. In the late 1900’s, due to numerous ships utilizing the harbor, silt rose, which led to the former ruler His Highness Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum to form an ideal project to get the Creek dredged. Did you know that it was this visionary plan that heightened the horizons in terms of trading and molded Dubai as the ideal trading hub? Indeed it is!
The story began in 1833 when the Maktoum family led 800 or so members of the Bani Yas tribe and settled by the creek. As years progressed during the 20th century period, the
Currently, Creek has been re-modified and renamed as Al Seef, the Dubai Heritage District. The old heritage villages formerly known as Bedouin villages are restored but modernized as an attraction on one half of the district;
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whereas the other half incorporates contemporary infrastructures. The re-designing part of the creek has unfolded endless amount of places to explore; from the gold and textile souq which comprises of artisan jewelry and original woven textiles, to art murals displayed in local galleries. One cannot also miss the avant-garde restaurants where vendors are selling mouthwatering burgers and crepes. The sounds, sights, and flavors, without doubt, converge to form an artistic haven right here at the heart of Dubai.
Spot the 5 differences!
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All about By Anamika Sunil
Hello there! So I bet you’ve heard all about the FIFA world cup this summer, right? Today we will be exploring the country that hosted this event. That’s right; we will be learning about Russia. Being the biggest country on earth, Russia is a vibrant nation filled with onionshaped like domes and is considered to be highly cultured as reading is dominantly valued. The state also encompasses a vast amount of heritage, and it is home to the largest river and cat in the world. Here are some more fascinating facts about Russia.
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Let’s begin with some basic facts:
Official Name: Russian Federation Form of Government: Federation Capital: Moscow Population: 142,470,272 Official Language: Russian Money: Ruble
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Russia is the largest country in the world that occupies one-tenth of all the land on Earth.
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It crosses 11 time zones across two continents (Europe and Asia) and has coasts on three oceans (the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic).
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The total area of Russia is 6,592,772 square miles (17,075,200 square kilometers).
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Some of the Major Mountain Ranges are Ural, Altay and main rivers are Amur, Irtysh, Lena, Ob, Volga, Yenisey.
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Moscow- This vibrant location is perfect for art enthusiasts. It is home to the Red Square, which is the largest square in the world. Other well-known statues found in Moscow include that of Lenin and Stalin, controversial leaders of the 20th century.
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Saint Petersburg- Second largest city in Russia and home to Neva River, which feeds into the Gulf of Finland and then into the Baltic Sea.
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Golden Ring- Onion-shaped domes, cherry orchards, and picturesque cottages are visible in this scenic location.
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Irkutsk- Home to Lake Baikal; the deepest lake in the world.
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120 different ethnic groups who speak more than a hundred languages reside in Russia.
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80 % of Russians trace their heritage to the Slavs who settled in the country 1,500 years ago.
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Major groups other than Slavs include Tatars, who came with the Mongol invaders, and Ukrainians.
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Russia is well known for its world-famous intellectuals and artists, including writers like Leo Tolstoy and Fyodor Dostoevsky, composers such as Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and ballet dancers including Rudolf Nureyev.
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• Siberia, which occupies three-quarters of Russia, is dominated by sprawling pine forests called taigas.
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Borscht- Deliciously warm beet and red cabbage soup.
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Blini- Russian version of crepes, buckwheat for savory contents and white flour for sweet toppings.
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Shashlik /Shashlyi- Juicy, mouthwatering meats roasted like kebabs accompanied with Russian pickles.
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Russian panorama diversifies from desert to frozen coastline, tall mountains to vast marshes. Significant parts of Russia are made up of rolling, treeless plains called steppes.
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Russia’s forests, steppes, and tundras provide habitat for many rare animals, including Asiatic black bears, snow leopards, polar bears, and small, rabbit-like mammals called pikas. 1% of Russia’s land area is protected in preserves known as zapovedniks.
• The most popular animal species is the Siberian tiger, the largest cat in the world. Indigenous to the forests of eastern Russia, this endangered creature can be 10 feet (3 meters) long, not including its tail, and weigh up to 600 pounds (300 kilograms).
Reference https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/countries/russia
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Four thousand year noodles were discovered in ancient ruins in China.
You can fry an egg on a hot sidewalk when it reaches 158-degree Fahrenheit.
A grizzly bear can run as fast as a horse.
Messages from your brain travel along your nerves unto 200 miles an hour.
It’s possible for people to get goosebumps on their faces.
Human thigh bones are stronger than concrete.
Honey never spoils
99% of people cannot lick their elbows.
Your eyes move about 80 times a second.
QUESTION OF THE MONTH
Kids on FIFA Name- Krishiv Rajkumar Age- 11 years 1. Which player would you have wished to have escorted in FIFA 2018 world cup? I would have liked to escort Lionel Messi because one, his team Argentina is at risk and he will have many haters and because he is one of the best players in the world. 2 . What team were you rooting for this year? I was rooting for Portugal because they have been playing good and they have one of the best players in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo. 3. Name your favorite players on the pitch? My favorite players on the pitch are Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi because they have excellent football skills and have received many awards like the golden boot. 4. Which player do you aspire to play with? I aspire to play with the legendary player Cristiano Ronaldo because he has many football skills and tricks and I could even learn some of them and receive an autograph. 5. If you were to meet your favorite footballer what would you say? If I got a chance to meet my favorite footballer, which is Cristiano Ronaldo, I would ask him to teach me his football skills and tricks as well as offer me with a chance to play in FIFA 2022.
Name- Pranav Menon Age- 12 years 1. Which player would you have wished to have escorted in FIFA 2018 world cup? First of all, I would support Cristiano Ronaldo because he cooperates the most with his team and works with them in coordination and is one of the best players in football overall. 2 . Which team were you rooting for this year? I rooted for Germany because I have been a fan of Germany for the past Fifa world cups. They have excellent players with remarkable skills which every German team fan appreciates. 3. Name your favorite players on the pitch? Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar Jr. and Paul Pogba are so far my favorite players. This is because they are the most determined to play rather than win money in my opinion. They have been playing football for a long time now, and they are the most experienced in the field. 4. Which player do you aspire to play with? My favourite player is Cristiano Ronaldo, and I would love to play with him because usually when a professional footballer plays with a 12-year-old they would let their guard down and therefore let the kid win. But Ronaldo, no matter who he is playing with him, does not let his guard down and this is why if I were to play with him it would make it more interesting. 5. If you were to meet your favorite footballer what would you say? If I ever met Cristiano Ronaldo in real life, I would look at him with my eyes and mouth wide open in astonishment thinking whether it is a dream or not. I would awkwardly stare at him and wave a Hi!with my hand sweating and shivering.
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18 Must Know Facts About the
FIFA World Cup By Pramod Nair
Hey! Have you recovered from the soccer fever yet? Can’ blame you if you haven’t! Being one of the most followed and viewed sporting event in the world, FIFA’s world cup popularity has exceeded that of the Olympic Games. It is believed that the total viewership of the 2014 world cup was more than 3 billion and the final match alone was viewed by more than 1 billion people. This men’s national team football tournament, which occurs every 4 years, was founded in 1930; that is, 88 years ago. The 2018 FIFA World Cup, which was held in Russia from the 14 June to15 July 2018, was the 21st FIFA World Cup tournament. This was the first time that Russia was playing host to the World Cup tournament and it is also the first time the tournament was being held in Eastern Europe. It will also be the eleventh time that the World Cup is held in Europe. In the 2018 edition of the tournament, there were 32 teams and a total of 64 matches played at 12 venues spreading across 11 Russian cities. The final of the 2018 tournament was played at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on 15 July 2018.
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The 2018 edition was the first World Cup tournament to be played in two continents, Europe and Asia. All stadium venues for the tournament are in the European Russia except the Central Stadium of Yekaterinburg, which stands in the Asian Russia.
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With an estimated cost of over 14 billion dollars, the 2018 edition of World Cup was the most expensive tournament.
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For the first time, a Video Assisted Referee (VAR) system was used in the World Cup tournament in the 2018 edition. This allowed an assistant referee to review the decisions of the on field main referee, by consulting video footages to ensure that mistakes about goals, penalties and red cards are avoided.
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Panama and Iceland appeared in the World Cup for the first time in history when they made their debut at the 2018 World Cup tournament.
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On June 27th 2018, Germany, the 2014 World Cup winner, was knocked out of the tournament in the group stage of the tournament. It was the fourth time in the last five world cups that the defending champions had to meet the similar fate of getting eliminated from the tournament in the first stage.
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The opening ceremony of the 2018 tournament was held on 14 June 2018 at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow followed by the opening match of the tournament between Russia and Saudi Arabia.
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The logo of the 2018 World Cup was unveiled on 28th October 2014 by the cosmonauts at the International Space Station.
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The official match ball of the 2018 World Cup was the Adidas Telstar 18, a ball which is based on the design and name of the first Adidas World Cup ball for 1970. It was officially presented in Moscow on 9 November 2017 by the Argentinean football superstar Lionel Messi. The balls are manufactured in Pakistan.
The official mascot of the 2018 tournament is Zabivaka, a Eurasian wolf, which was unveiled on 21 October, 2016. It means “the one who scores” in Russia.
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Brazil is the only team to play in every World Cup tournament, since its inception in 1930. They have been World Cup champions for 5 times in total.
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The World Cup tournament has been won by eight different nations, namely: Brazil (5 times), Germany (4), Italy (4), Argentina (2), Uruguay (2), England, France and Spain (1).
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The record for scoring the most number of goals in a single World Cup tournament is held by Just Fontaine of France, who scored 13 goals from 6 matches in the 1958 tournament.
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The first World Cup tournament was won by Uruguay. They defeated Argentina 4-2 in the final match held in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay.
Oleg Salenko of Russia holds the record for scoring the most number of goals in a single World Cup match. He scored 5 goals against Cameroon in the 1994 edition of the World Cup.
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The 2002 World Cup was held jointly by South
Antonio Carbajal (Mexico), Lothar Matthäus (Germany) and Rafael Márquez (Mexico) hold the record for appearing for their national teams in the most number of World Cup tournaments. These 3 players each have appeared in 5 FIFA World Cup tournaments. Márquez currently played for Mexico in the World Cup.
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Miroslav Klose who appeared for the German national team in the 2002, 2006, 2010 and 2014 editions of the tournament, is the top goal scorer in the history of the FIFA World Cup, with 16 goals in total.
Korea and Japan. It was the first time in the history of the World Cup that the tournament was hosted by two different nations. Essam El-Hadary of Egypt is currently the oldest player to play in a World Cup match. When he captained his team against Saudi Arabia on 25 June 2018, he was 45 years and 161 days, making him not only the oldest player to play in a World Cup tournament, but also the oldest captain. ISSUE 44 -KIDZ.BLOG! 23
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RIDDLES 1: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?
4: What has many keys, but can’t even open a single door?
2: What has a head, a tail, is brown, and has no legs?
3: David’s father has three sons : Snap, Crackle and _____ ?
5: What has one head, one foot, and four legs?
6: I travel all over the world, but always stay in my corner. What am I?
1: Footsteps 2: A Penny 3: David 4: A Piano 5: A Bed 6: A Stamp
! S E K JO Q. What did the ocean say to the sailboat?
Q: Why should you stand in the corner if you get cold?
A. Nothing, it just waved.
A: It’s always 90 degrees.
Q: What did the cat say when the mouse got away? A: You’ve got to be kitten me!
Q.What do you call a dinosaur that is sleeping? A. A dino-snore!
Q.What did the left eye say to the right eye? A.Between us, something smells!
Q.How do you stop an astronaut’s baby from crying? A.You rocket!
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HOW TO MAKE PAPERWHEELS By Ayswarya Rajeevan
Paper pinwheels, also known as paper rosettes or paper fans, are commonly found when it comes to home and party decor. The best part about them is that they are easy crafts to make. Follow the below instructions to make your own paper pinwheels.
1. Select your paper and size you want. Just be sure your paper is square. Begin by folding each piece of paper accordion-style, making each fold the same size, or at least as close as possible.
3. Join the two halves together using the thread.
4. Unfold the fanned pages, gluing the two sections together. Voila!! Now you have a pinwheel!
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Reference: http://twopurplecouches.com/2015/01/how-to-make-paper-pinwheels/
2. Fold each accordion-style page in half.
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THE ULTIMATE SUMMER
By Anamika Sunil
With the hot and humid air taking over the blossoming spring weather, the summer holidays have finally started! For some, this summer marks the beginning of choosing to be adventurous. Meanwhile for others, it is all about unwinding at home. Summer is usually the ideal time to spend some quality time with friends and family and also getting to learn something new. That’s why I bring you today a fantastic bucket list with activities to do both indoors and outdoors.
DISCLAIMER!! IT’S TIME TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF AND UNPLUG FROM YOUR PHONE OR ANY OTHER DEVICES TO EXPERIENCE THE THRILL AT ITS PEAK THIS SUMMER. 1.Family Road trip.
This is a must do! Gather up your family and head towards a fun spot you have never visited before. Whether it is the beach, the park, or even an amusement theme park, take advantage of this opportunity and head out for an adventure. Do not forget to pack essentials such as sunscreen, picnic/beach blanket, camera to snap some of those fantastic sights, snacks and def-initely water to keep you hydrated.
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2. Read interesting books
Delving into technology is the norm at the moment. But did you know that reading is like dreaming with your eyes open? Books are the perfect tools to open up your imagination; and the best part, you will also get to improve your reading skills. Challenge yourself this summer to read a couple of books of different genres; it can be fiction, nonfiction, autobiography, general knowledge, science fiction; the sky is the limit!
3.Try out D.I.Ys
Summer holidays are incomplete without some fantastic DIY’s. Use this perfect op-portunity to discover your artistic side. Implement the component of sustainability as you cre-ate your DIY’s, and incorporate recyclable and reusable supplies such as old t-shirts. Sustainable DIY projects will not only make the process fun, but also you will also get to be eco-friendly.
4. Make delicious Popsicles/ Creamsicles
Make refreshing popsicles during summertime is a must! With an abundance of fresh summer fruits available this season; from ripe nectarines and peaches to juicy berries and luscious citrus fruits, the choices are endless when it comes to making refreshing delicacies filled with vitamins. The fun part of all this is that they are simple to make and they look fantastic. You can even add coconut milk to make your tropical creamsicles.
5.Doodling in journals Summer is the season to learn the art of doodling. The specific art form was usually criticized for displaying boredom. However, recent studies have proven that it exerts memory, attention and reduces stress. The fun part is that you do not have to be an expert. Journaling is an excellent activity to relay your thoughts about your fun filled day or even a perfect platform to note down your schedule. All you have to do is grab a pen of choice and then it is all up to you to draw your favorite design. You can also apply different writing styles such as calligraphy. The process is time-consuming, but it is useful to develop concentration skills. Enjoy doodling!
5.Enjoy water Games
Dip yourself in cool waters this season to experience a refreshing summer.
You can even visit your favorite local water theme amusement park and experience a thrilling day along the waters. Make sure that you have an instructor or adult supervisor in case you need help. Summer is the perfect time to learn swimming as it enhances your cardiovascular and lung activity. Don’t like swimming? Then play some fun games ranging from water balloon fights, Duck Duck Splash (an alternative to Duck Duck Goose) or even create a DIY slip and slide.
7. Family Board Game tournament
Board games are back in trend. They are known to be beneficial since they help in increasing social and academic skills, at the same time creating a fun and invigorating experience. The bonus of board games is that the variety is limitless and you get to spend some good family time. Some suggestions for board games include: Speak out, Pass the word, Monopoly, Cluedo, Magic maths, Jenga, Pieface, Twister and finally Operation.
your home that could be of use to someone else. Look up and educate yourself about a local or international organization, the issues they support, the amenities they provide and how can be part of helping someone.
6. Movie nights at home in pajamas
Movie Night at home is always a fun and exciting way to time to spend time with your family and friends. Rent a movie, grab some blankets, eat some fun snacks and enjoy. For an even more exciting night, put on your pajamas and have a party. For the party, jazz it up with decorations such as fairy lights or bunting, and you can even build a pillow fort. For the food, set up a snack bar that has all kinds of popcorn from regular to cheesy and even caramel flavor. Customize by adding toppings to make your version of trail mix. Don’t want to limit yourself with popcorn? Then host a pre-movie homemade pizza party. Choose this time to bond with your friends or family members and finally, sit back and enjoy your movie.
8. Donate and volunteer
The core of donating and volunteering is the mere simple act of kindness. The process teaches you a lot about how certain people in your community do not receive the privileges you have. Make use of this time to declutter any of your old and unused school supplies, books, clothes, and other items in
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T R E P SU H T R A ON E Tokyo Skytree
Second tallest structure in the world-Burj Khalifa, Tokyo Skytree, is located in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan. This steel tower, which is primarily used for television and radio broadcast, is 634 m in height and was opened to the public on May 22nd 2012. Designed and built specifically to withstand earthquakes, the Tokyo Skytree has two observatories at 350 m and 450 m, which offer stunning views of the city.
Canton Tower The Canton Tower, also called the Guangzhou Tower, is a Steel & concrete multipurpose tower located in the Haizhu District, in Guangdong, China. This 604 meters tall tower was opened to the public on the 30 September 2010 and is used for telecommunications and observation purposes. Until an observation deck at the height of 555m was opened on the 148th floor in the Burj Khalifa, (on October 14th 2014), the 488m high observatory on the Canton Tower was the world’s highest outdoor observation deck in the world.
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CN Tower The CN Tower, located in Toronto, Ontario, is one of the main attractions visited annually by more than two million international visitors in Canada. This concrete tower measures 553.3 m in height and is the tallest structure in the western hemisphere. It is mainly used for telecommunications and observation purposes. The tower was opened to the public on June 26th 1976 and it was the world’s tallest structure, before it was overtaken by Burj Khalifa.
Ostankino Tower The Ostankino Tower, located in Moscow, Russia is currently the tallest free-standing structure in Europe. This 540.1m concrete tower is used for television and radio broadcasting and was the first free-standing structure to exceed 500 m in height. Built to mark the 50th anniversary of the October Revolution, the construction of Ostankino Tower was completed in 1967.
Oriental Pearl Tower The Oriental Pearl Tower, located in Shanghai, China, is a concrete tower which is used for television broadcasting. This 468m tower, which was opened in 1994, is supported by three massive columns that go deep underground.The Oriental Pearl Tower has 15 observatory levels and the highest one, which is named Space Module, is at 350m. There is also a revolving restaurant on the tower.
Milad Tower Milad Tower, also called the Tehran Tower, is located in Tehran, Iran. This 435m tall concrete tower is mainly used for telecommunication, commercial and observation purposes. The Milad Tower was opened to the public in 2009 and offers the public with attractions like a revolving restaurant, a sky dome and both closed and open observation decks on its top floors.
Kuala Lumpur Tower The Kuala Lumpur Tower, also known as the KL Tower, is the seventh tallest freestanding tower in the world. This tower is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and functions as a communications tower. Inaugurated on 1 October 1996, this concrete tower is 421 m in height and is the tallest tower in Southeast Asia. The roof of the tower has a revolving restaurant and an observation deck, which is the highest observation point available for the public in Kuala Lumpur city.
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Markhor
The King of the Wild Goats By Pramod Nair
The markhor - Scientific name: Capra falconeri -is a species of wild goat that is native to southern Tajikistan, northeastern Afghanistan, southern Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, northern and central Pakistan, Kashmir in northern India and the Himalayas. This noble looking creature, with its majestic horns, is one of the largest members of the goat family and was considered as an endangered species in 2015, because of hunting and poaching activities. Active conservation efforts of the last few decades have resulted in the increase of the population of Markhor in the wild. Markhor are very agile and they generally prefer steep, stony mountain sides or precipitous grassy slopes. They are usually found at altitudes between 500 to 3500 feet. These diurnal – (active during the day, with a period of sleeping, or inactivity, at night) – animals spent their summer time in higher altitudes and winter at lower altitudes. The perilous terrain that they inhabit made hunting them a real challenge and they were regarded as the ‘greatest prize of Himalayan hunters’ during the nineteenth century.
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These wild goats have a body length of 4.4 – 6.2 feet and stand 2.1 – 3.8 feet at the shoulder.
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By Pramod Nair
The Northern Pole of Cold
In January 2018, the temperature in Oymyakon, a village of roughly 500 inhabitants in the Yakutia Republic (Sakha) in Russia, plunged to a jawdropping -62°C, and the photographs of daily life and frozen vistas from this village became instant hits on social media platforms. Pictures of people with frostbite, with frozen eyelashes and hair, stacks of frozen fish ready for sale in the markets and people posing with thermometers showing such low temperatures from Oymyakon suddenly made this little remote village a global sensation. But this is not the coldest temperature ever recorded at this village! In 1933, the village earned the title of the coldest place on earth when a temperature of -67.7 °C was recorded at its local weather station. It was the first time such a low temperature was recorded outside Antarctica. This remote Siberian outpost was once a stoppingplace for the reindeer herders during the early 1900s, and today the nearest major city, which is Yakutsk, is about 900 kms away. Oymyakon is situated really close to the Arctic Circle and the land here is in a permanently frozen state. During winter season the village plunges into darkness for up to 21 hours a day with temperature dropping below -50°C.
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The Poles of Cold are the places in the southern and northern hemispheres where the lowest air temperatures have been recorded. In the northern hemisphere, Oymyakon along with the town of Verkhoyansk – both situated within the Yakutia Republic – are considered as the Poles of Cold. The town of Verkhoyansk is situated about 629 Km from Oymyakon and has a population of about 1300. The lowest temperature ever at Verkhoyansk is -67.6°C, which was recorded in February 1892.
The food at
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The inhabitan ts of Oymya kon subsists ainly on a die m t of reindee r meat, soup horse meat, s, frozen Arcti c fish and eve fish. Meat is n raw the staple d iet as it allow to survive th s them e fearsome, harsh weath er conditions.
One of the fa vorite dish o f the region Stroganina, is a dish made from raw, th long-sliced fr in , ozen fish. Tr aditionally th dish is prep ared from th is e frozen fresh whitefish, sa water lmonids fou nd in the Sib Arctic waters erian and sturgeo n.
Have fun with
By Anamika Sunil
Yoga is a spiritual and aesthetic art of discipline. Being also a form of exercise, its origin dates back to 5,000 years ago. This form of art helps individuals of all age groups to focus and generates an intellectually stimulating experience that aids in staying calm during an emotionally distressing situation. Yoga is all about connecting your mind, body and soul, and also increases flexibility. This is a form of exercise suitable for both indoors and outdoors, and does not require any other gym equipment other than a yoga mat and a perfect surrounding.
Have some fun with some different yoga positions.
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Beat the heat: Ma ke Delicious
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Music Lyrics Game!
MUSIC LYRICS GAME!
Shawn Mendes ft Khalid (YOUTH)
HERE I AM, STUCK ON THIS ______ SCROLLING THROUGH MY_____ HEART WAS ______, (Noun)
(Noun)
(Verb)
STILL NOT GROWING, NAH______ UP TO HEADLINES, FILLED WITH _____ AGAIN (Noun)
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MY HEART IS ____, BUT I KEEP GOIN. ______, BUT I WON’T LET IT TURN INTO _____ (Verb)
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NO, I WON’T LET IT CHANGE ME NEVER _____ SIGHT OF THE ONE I KEEP INSIDE (Verb)
NOW, I KNOW IT, YEAH, I KNOW IT. YOU CAN’T TAKE MY _____ AWAY THIS SOUL OF (Noun)
MINE WILL NEVER _____ AS LONG AS I WAKE UP ______ YOU CAN’T TAKE MY _____ AWAY (Verb)
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YOU CAN’T TAKE MY _____ AWAY. THIS SOUL OF MINE WILL NEVER ____ AS LONG AS I (Noun)
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WAKE UP _____ YOU CAN’T TAKE MY _____ AWAY (Adverb)
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! S R E S TEA Dessert around the world
Can you match each dessert to its country?
1. Peru
B 2. Turkey
C 3. France
D 4. Russia A-3 | B-2 | C-4 | D-1
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Words of wisdom from
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“We create change in our communities by daring to be ourselves out loud. Nothing more is necessary” - @evelynfromtheinternets
“I admire and I’m inspired by true comedic female voices such as Amy Poehler, Melissa McCarthy, and Mindy Kaling. I hope to fashion my career in a similar way — bringing my own unique perspective and voice to make people laugh.” - @LizaKoshy
“Our generation is so obsessed with the idea of perfection that we don’t need to be.” - @ConnorFranta
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“No matter how old you are or how you young you are or to how many obstacles you have just keep doing what you think you were born to do. “ - @ShaneDawson
“A Bawse knows that if you want to be taken seriously, you need to show people who you are, and then keep showing them.” - @iisuperwomanii
“What circumstances and experiences that made me into the artist I am is the same source that pushes me to think and create the way I do.” - @pyperbleu
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1.No Tears left to cry - Ariana Grande
2.Delicate Taylor Swift
3.Young Blood- 5 seconds of summer
4. Back to you- Selena Gomez
5. Girls like youMaroon 5
6. Familiar- Liam Payne and J Balvin
7. Nervous- Shawn Mendes
8.Never be the sameCamila Cabello
9. My My MyTroye Sivan
10. FlamesDavid Guetta and Sia
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INCREDIBLES 2 – MOVIE REVIEW By Anamika Sunil Mr. Incredible (Craig T. Nelson) and Elastigirl (Holly Hunter) return to the screens after 14 years, and this time the plot spirals around them reestablishing their superhero identity. Brad Bird (Director) continues to paint a stunning portrait of his characters, as the story focuses on Elastigirl (Helen Parr) who steps out in the field as Mr. Incredible/Bob Parr takes over the domestic duty as a stay at home dad. The heroes in the Incredible Universe are still struggling for a better identity as they have to withhold their unique abilities. This is due to the destruction they caused while saving the world, creating a financial burden for the government. As Elastigirl champions for the prosuperhero movement, she collaborates with Winston Deavor (Bob Odenkirk), a superhero devotee who heads a telecommunications firm DEVTECH 42
along with his sister Evelyn Deavor (Catherine Keener), hoping to repair the public image of ‘supers.’ The Deavor siblings provide a new home to the Incredibles in order to protect their identity and Elastigirl continues to fight off the bad guys. As compared to the other ‘supers,’ Elastigirl causes the least destruction, which helps in restoring a better public perception. Meanwhile, Bob/ Mr. Incredible discovers their youngest child Jack-Jack’s superpowers, at the same time finding it difficult to adapt to his domestic duties which seems to be stigmatizing the concept of stay-athome parents. Bob’s buddy Frozone ( Samuel. L. Jackson), along with fanfavorite Edna Mode (Brad Bird), the superhero-costume designer, are equally excited about Jack-Jack’s unique abilities. The plot progressively thickens during the second half of
the movie as Elastigirl intrigued by screenslaver, one of the evil forces she fought off, discovers something even more sinister about it. The plot then continues to focus on the superheroes setting up a mission to protect the world from the harmful screenslaver. The story and the characters are quite empowering even after 14 years. The visuals, animation, and details of each character are brilliantly intricate, which is quite a feast for the eyes. The undeniable chemistry between the characters and the witty lines promise to produce some laughs among the audience. Overall, Brad Bird has yet again delivered a classy and memorable movie. To the curious ones out there, yes Frozone packed his suit this time.
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summer EVENTS
Laughter factory
AMina Apartment,Al Mina Road, - Dubai Get ready for some giggles because Laughter factory (a comedy club right here in Dubai) has included a jam-packed schedule of standup comedy hosted by prominent comedians. Their upcoming shows start from July 15th hosting comedians such as Jimmy Schubert, Sally Hayward and Nick Beaton.
Dubai Parks and Resorts
Any amusement park lovers out there! Dubai parks and resorts have set up some fantastic deals for you and your family. Visit the park of your choice with a bonus of devouring some delicious meals from selected restaurants. Packages start from 180 DHS for UAE residents and 200 for non-UAE residents.
Dubai Summer Surprises Sale 22nd- 4th August A shopaholic’s dream come true is finally here! The Dubai Summer Surprises brings in 6 weeks of sale at major retail outlets all over Dubai. Shop till you drop!
Scribble Bot Workshop at OliOli
29 June 2018 to 30 August 2018. This educational yet entertaining event presents Scribble Bot workshops; the robot performs movements and through the means of these actions draws iconic landmarks of Dubai. If you are a science fanatic, this event is the perfect spot for you.
Modhesh World
Weekdays: 10am - 11pm Weekends: 10am - 12 midnight Modhesh World Halls 1-8, Dubai World Trade Centre Situated in world trade center, Modhesh World is packed with fun-filled activities ranging from zip lining, skating, exploring, as well as dining options.
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My advice: How I protected my child from bullies By Lana Goliath Lea is naturally a cheerful, funny and a pleasant child. However, I noticed a sudden change in her moods when she started becoming very emotional and sensitive. She then opened up to us about the bullying incidents at school and how sad it made her feel (to a point that she didn’t enjoy going to school). At one stage it escalated so much that I arranged a meeting with her teacher. As parents, we are morally obligated to ensure that our children are happy and feel safe at school. We constantly reminded her that it was not her fault that she was being targeted; as bullies usually behave this way because they are probably dealing with issues themselves. We also reminded her that we too were bullied as kids, and gave her positive tips on the best way to deal with the situation. We also taught her to love and accept herself just the way she is,
and reminded her that this was the preparation towards the future against the ‘big bad world’, where not everyone will be nice and kind. We encouraged her to focus on the things that made her happy like dancing and swimming. Lea started modeling this year, It became her natural delight. We constantly reminded her that she is unique and special and that she should never compare herself to other people. Kids form views of themselves based on their friendship groups, hobbies, appearance and how others see and accept them. They constantly need parents to encourage and remind them that they are exceptional individuals who have the ability to achieve great things. They need to know that their parents support them 100%. We as parents shouldn’t constantly point out their faults and evaluate them; they won’t feel like they have our support. Every child needs to know that their parents think the world of them.
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from 111 kg to 85 kg:
One Man’s Dramatic Return to Health After Bariatric Surgery Obesity has many causes. While over eating and wrong choice of foods are fairly the common factors, there are a few overweight people who are cast into the obesity net by a cruel blow of fate. Marcus Lynock, a resident of Abu Dhabi, knows this all too well. As a teenager and young adult, he was the picture of health and fitness. A fitness freak and keen outdoorsman, Marcus took pride in his physique, his energy, and his passion for a balanced and nutritious diet.
pressure, cholesterol, sleep apnea, no energy, shopping for big clothes, low self-esteem and depression took over his life. “It was a downward spiral – I couldn’t exercise because of my injured leg, and I was eating what I thought was normal,” Marcus recalls. Fast forward to 2016, weighing 111 kilograms, Marcus happened to meet Dr. Mohammed Al Hadad, Consultant Bariatric Surgeon, Consultant General Surgeon, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery at Healthpoint, during a visit to Healthpoint as part of his job in Abu Dhabi. “I explained my weight problem to Dr. Al Hadad and sought his help,” recalls Marcus. After studying the case, Dr. Al Hadad discussed with Marcus the last-resort option for obesity treatment: bariatric surgery, and advised the gastric bypass– a weight loss procedure in which the top of the stomach is stapled to form a small pouch
“It was a downward spiral – I couldn’t exercise because of my injured leg, and I was eating what I thought was
In a cruel twist of fate, a motorbike accident rendered him nearly immobile some nine years ago. He could no longer exercise, and he turned to food for comfort. Before he knew it, Marcus had become overweight, which soon took a toll on his emotional state. Once lively and sociable, he withdrew into a shell and chose to spend time alone. His rapid weight gain became an excuse to isolate himself, and this led to him adding some more kilos to his frame. Diabetes, high blood
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limiting the amount of food that can be eaten at a time, thus reducing the calorie intake. Dr. Al Hadad mobilized his team of bariatric dietitians and his bariatric psychologist to assess Marcus’ physical, emotional and mental state. In addition, Dr. Al Hadad also had Marcus checked for lifestyle-related diseases. “It’s important to check patients intensively for other medical
conditions. The next step is to assemble a multi-disciplinary bariatrics team that will help the patient go through the weight loss journey. Patients are made aware that having bariatric surgery is a major decision on their part and requires lifetime commitment,” said Dr. Al Hadad. When Marcus underwent the medical check-up, he was horrified to find out that he was not just suffering from obesity but from a host of other serious medical conditions, including diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. He says: “I was told I was breathing only 52% of oxygen while I slept and was snoring quite loudly. Oftentimes, I would wake up in the morning feeling very tired! The newly discovered medical conditions just shook me up, and I realized I needed to make some major lifestyle changes.” Marcus was put on maintenance medication for diabetes and high cholesterol, and given a machine to improve his breathing during sleep. “I was agitated and getting impatient, I wanted to do the surgery right away. Dr. Al Hadad wanted me to be both physically and emotionally fit before undergoing the procedure. I was required to lose some weight and demonstrate a commitment to drastic
FAMILY ADVICE
I truly believe that without my family, I would not have achieved my goal. It may seem easy telling them what to do, but you need to do it with them. Eat with them, exercise with them, push them, support them; but do not tell to them it is easy because it is not. Do things that do not seem like exercise; put the iPad down and get them outside. My wife used this tactic; “Let’s go for a coffee”, and before I knew it, we were walking to the coffee shop and back covering 5 miles.
lifestyle changes. The psychologist recommended the right approach after assessing my personality, while the dietitian made sure I was eating both the right type of food and the right amount,” adds Marcus. Marcus eventually met all the criteria and had his surgery on 11 October 2016. “Just before the surgery, I was quite nervous about the procedure but I was made comfortable by Dr. Al Hadad’s team. After the surgery in the morning, I was feeling good and relaxed in the afternoon,” recalls Marcus. “That was a lifechanging day for me. I felt like I had got a new lease of life. The results were dramatic and exceeded his expectations by far”, recalls Marcus. His diabetes was gone a day after the surgery, a few days later his blood pressure was back to normal, and he stopped taking the medication he was taken off his cholesterol maintenance a week later, and he no longer suffers from sleep apnea. Most of all, his self-esteem got a boost, and he was able to switch to a healthier lifestyle. Marcus now weighs 85 kilograms and is as fit as ever. “I feel a lot more energetic now, and I have adopted a much healthier lifestyle,” says Marcus.
ADVICE FROM MARCUS Be prepared for a complete lifestyle change, it is scary and is going to take a lot of hard work and commitment, not just from you but from the whole family. You have to want to do it and have the motivation. Set out goals to achieve. When you get to certain milestones, have rewards. For instance I went scuba diving with sharks when I hit 90kg and this gave me the motivation to achieve even more.
“I am very grateful to Dr. Al Hadad and his team. More than the professionalism and high surgical skills of the team, I appreciate how Dr. Al Hadad and his team treated me before during and after the procedure. To this day, I still get messages from his office asking me about my condition. I’m back to healthy eating, and my waistline is down from 42 inches to 32,” concludes Marcus.
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My family support was massive and I would not be where I am now without them. They helped support my change in dietary habits, helped me prepare healthy meals, but most importantly, made the healthy meals exciting. We did the exercises as a family (walking, swimming, bike riding); my wife by my side and even my 3 yr old daughter. We call ourselves “Team Lynock”.
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RECIPES OF DELICIOUSNESS Sparkling Lime Mojito YOU WILL NEED
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Tomatoes And Cheese Crostini GUIDE TO TOASTING THE PERFECT CROSTINI BREAD. CROSTINI RECIPE
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Grilled Bbq Chicken Tacos RADISH SLAW
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Combine the sauce ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for 45 minutes Add water for consistency in case sauce gets too thick, let it cool. Grill the chicken in a skillet or on a bbq grill for 15 minutes occasionally brush the chicken with the sauce, repeat this process until the chicken is browned and thoroughly cooked through it can approximately be 10- 15 minutes in total. After taking off the grill or skillet, brush the chicken with the sauce again. Shred the bbq chicken.
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2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3 cups sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoon baking soda 3 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 and 1/2 cups of buttermilk 1 cup of strong brewed coffee, cooled 3/4 th cup vegetable oil 1 tsp good vanilla -4 oz unsweetened chocolate melted and cooled slightly
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Cool the cakes, peel off the parchment paper and set aside. For the frosting, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar and whipping cream in a saucepan until it comes to a boil. Remove it from heat and add in chocolate until melted. Set aside and let it cool to room temperature. In a large bowl mix cream cheese and butter until its glossy then add the chocolate mixture until it is blended well. Cool the frosting for 1 hour until it is in a spreadable texture. On one cake layer, spread 1 cup of frosting and repeat it with the other two cake layers as well. Frost the remaining cake after the layers are set. Refrigerate and let the cake stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
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Cyber Security Guide:
Tool to protect your kids By Pramod Nair
In our current age, you might have come across the endless issues and paranoia regarding the internet not being a safe haven anymore. From data encryption to password hacking; the chances of online users (especially young users) encountering the dark sides of the internet has become a stark reality. As an internet user, it is extremely important to educate yourself and your kids about safer practices you can adopt. Here is a short guide that will help you and your children overcome the dangers of the cyber world.
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Your Online Privacy is essential
Secure your devices
The basics of remaining safe and secure while going online is to ensure that your devices are protected and they are upto-date. You should make sure that all the software updates and software patches for the operating system, browser software and security software are periodically applied to keep the computing environment safe. You should also install defensive mechanisms like anti-virus software, anti-malware packages and firewall software on the family computer and other personal devices.
Stranger Danger
In real life we are always taught to be cautious of absolute strangers. In the cyber world too, it is sensible to be on your guard when it comes to unknown online users. Never allow your children to reveal personal details to online strangers. In additions, do not allow strangers to trick you into installing unknown software programs on your computer or make you divulge personal details about you to them.
You should always keep personal and family information private especially when it comes to sharing such details on online platforms. Seemingly innocent pieces of information like your name, email address, date of birth etc left carelessly on social media platforms and online forums can be used by malicious individuals to steal your identity. Always refrain from sharing personal information like name, school name, age, date of birth, address, phone numbers, details of your parents, your family vehicle details, etc. on online platforms. You should also show extreme caution while posting private photographs or videos of your family members on unprotected websites.
Beware of scammers!
Online fraudsters and scammers are always on the lookout of stealing your identity and using it for financial benefits and for posing as you while conducting illegal activities. For this purpose, they employ a variety of scams to dupe you into revealing your personal information and make you visit malicious websites, which install malware software that help them in keeping track of all your online activities. Avoiding emails
and online advertisements offering freebies, gifts and such unbelievable schemes is always recommended to remaining safe.
Protect your Password
As passwords are the key to your online world, you should use extreme caution in selecting and using them. Always keep your passwords safe and personal. While selecting a password, you should make sure it is strong, nonguessable and not any keyword is personally related to your identity. It is a safe practice to use different passwords for each of your online accounts. You can create a relatively strong password by combining alphabets, numbers and special characters in a random order.
Only you yourself!
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Always keep in mind that whatever actions that you do online are permanent and in most cases cannot be completely removed or reverted back. So think twice before posting anything – be it a simple text message, a photograph or a video
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STYLE: Mother & Daughter Lookbook Styling tips by: Behnoush Yaghobi @babynilia
Wearing tutus can never go wrong. So go wild and dress up your little one in tutus as much as you like to basically any occasion. Matching with my little one is always fun but I don’t like over-matching. Just matching the colors, shoes or even just a hair band is super cute and enough. Summer is warm and lovely, so do not be afraid of mixing colors. One of my main concepts when shopping for Nilia, has always been to buy super cute outfits even if it’s just for home use. In this case, dressing your little one can never go wrong.
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