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EDITOR’S LETTER Welcome to Mayhem! 2018…
…and what have we got in store for you in our fi rst issue of the year? Only Tom freakin’ Hanks! Legend. He’s promoting his latest gig, The Post, everyone’s going on about it, so we jumped on the band wagon, but truth be told Hanks is such a movie master he’s worth talking to any time. So we’ve got that - enough said really, but as usual there’s so much more.
There are loads of ways to join the Mayhem! network. Let us know what you’re thinking.
For those looking to impress this Valentines Day we’ve got top tips for a successful dinner and a ‘head’s up’ to the best spring grub. If you’re stuck with what to do with those awful granny pants auntie Janet bought you for Chrimbo, we’re here with a few ideas for how to subtly switch them for something more ‘you’.
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As well as new trends to spot throughout 2018, fad diets to try, a look at the world without social media and a whole bunch of other musings, what are you waiting for? See you in April! daniel tidbury | editor-in-chief
www.mayhemmagazine.co.uk 08 What’s hot in 2018 10 A world without social media 12 Get up and run for charity 14 Get lucky! 16 Fad diets 18 Tom Hanks, one to one
22 Living the dream 24 Stress free cooking 26 Huggers guide 28 Best spring produce 30 Fairtrade fortnight 32 Odd bodily functions
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34 Mobile manners 36 Th e time is now! 38 Unhealthy snacks 40 Eye for an eye 42 Unwanted gift ideas 44 Pancake day
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WHAT’S HOT IN 2018 No need for a crystal ball, Mayhem! is here point you in the right direction of the best treats 2018 has to offer. written by JaCCi gooding
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Ladies and Lads in Lavender. Yes, you read it here fi rst, fashionistas - lavender is confi rmed as 2018’s new pink. Banishing the winter blues, the vivid tones of lavender are set to brighten your winter wardrobe and soon the shops will be full of it. Tops, bottoms, shoes, boots, coats: whatever you’re wearing, get ready to feel the lavender. And to complement your new colour you’ll defi nitely need a hat. But not any old hat, oh no. Th is year, the beret makes a comeback. Although never truly out of style, this French favourite is in line to become the must-have headwear for 2018. There’ll be a beret to suit everyone. Easy to pack, easy to wash, easy to wear.
We should by now be aware of the value of our own consumer data to companies and corporations. They all want us to buy their stuff - be it shoes, insurance, champagne - in 2018 it’s predicted that data reaping will become an even higher priority to big business. If you use smart speakers and/or rely on digital devices for some of your daily tasks - operating your home heating for example - companies will soon be able to access and use almost unlimited amounts of your personal data. Scary? Useful? Unprecedented, certainly. Paying for that coffee with your phone? Then don’t be surprised to receive all sorts of coffee/tea/milk/sugar related advertising persuading you to buy stuff you didn’t even know existed.
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Every year sees new foods and styles of eating having its fi fteen minutes of fame. 2018 is set to feature Hawaiian cuisine. Don’t be offended if someone tells you to Poke it – poke bowls are in! Curiously named (for those in the west) this is what everyday food looks like in Hawaii and has done for hundreds of years. Poke is essentially down -to-earth sushi. Like a dinosaur burger, poke bowls (pronounced Poh-Keh) are still hard to fi nd in the UK, but in 2018 their popularity is set to expand. In Hawaii, poke is a convenient, nutritious staple, traditionally made using marinated raw fish, rice and spices but can of course be customised to suit your diet, so vegans and vegetarians won’t miss out. Create a fish-free poke bowl using poke salad over a bed of brown rice, zucchini noodles, seaweed salad, shredded cabbage, and topping with marinated tofu. Or anything else that takes your fancy. But don’t forget those all-important spices !
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A WORLD WITHOUT SOCIAL MEDIA written by hannah Van-der-linden
Likes, followers, tweets, hashtags, selfies. The PhotograPhS media allows you to pose for that perfect selfie buzzwords that we’ve become accustomed to in Social or capture that iconic vista and upload instantly for all the world of social media. A virtual world we thrive your followers to like and tag. But what about the printed version? Before social media taking photos upon. Could you imagine a world without it? with a camera and putting them into an album for faCe to faCe Do you remember the last time you had a face to face conversation with a friend? Being glued to social media prevents you from doing just that. It’s all very well liking friends pictures. But ask yourself this, when was the last time you actually caught up with your online friends for a coffee and a chat? A conversation face to face does wonders for the body and mind and is more social than social media.
BirthdayS and eVentS Putting pen to paper sadly seems a thing of the past. For many it’s easier to use your fi ngertips than pick up a pen and write. Social media has made it easy for us to remember significant dates, such as birthdays and anniversaries. However, receiving a card can be so much more memorable than an online post. Choosing a card that fi ts the qualities of the person you are sending it to says a lot. From a birthday, anniversary, thank you or invitation card, it’s these keepsake memories that will always be remembered.
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friends and family to see was the norm. No double, triple, twenty poses later. A real shot captured in the moment. Phones have made it easy for us to take thousands of pictures and Photoshop them to our hearts content. Next time you take a collection of amazing photos, why not print them off and stick them in an album. A great way to share experiences with others away from the screen.
Meeting neW PeoPle Social media has allowed us to make new friends and potential lovers online. But without it you have to actually make an effort to talk to people that catch your eye. There’s something exciting about putting yourself out there and having a real conversation, getting to know someone in the flesh rather than online. As a new years resolution why not have a social media detox for a few days. Log out and enjoy time away from your phone, tablet and laptop. There’s certainly more to life than scrolling through posts and pictures. It really will do you the world of good.
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GET UP AND RUN FOR CHARITY Portsmouth Hospitals Charity based at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham are looking for fundraisers to take part in the Southampton Marathon on Sunday 22 April 2018.
The race starts and finishes in Southampton city centre with the run course passing iconic local landmarks such as the Bargate, QE2 Anchor, Itchen Bridge and The Common. The registration fee for the Southampton Marathon is just £30 and the minimum sponsorship amount is £300. Funds raised will be donated to a Ward or Department of your choice within Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust or The Rocky Appeal. If you would love to take part in a run event, but feel you aren’t quite ready for a Marathon just yet, the charity are also looking for fundraisers to take part in the Southampton Half Marathon or 10K run. The registration fee for the Half Marathon is £20, with a minimum
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sponsorship amount of £200 and the registration fee for the 10K run is just £15 with a minimum sponsorship amount of £150. Portsmouth Hospitals Charity aims to support the patients of Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust by improving existing facilities and by providing additional equipment, supporting research programmes and innovation in the development of services and education to both patients and staff. The charity supports all of the Wards and Departments across the Trust and you can choose to support and fundraise for an area of the hospital that is close to your heart. For more information and to register your place, please contact the Fundraising team on 02392 286000 ext: 5927 or email fundraising@porthosp.nhs.uk
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Some people seem to be luckier in life than others but ways to boost luck don’t always mean avoiding black cats and collecting four-leaf clovers. By making small changes, a life can be transformed and showered in luck – Mayhem! finds out how. written by eliSha PilMoor
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Care and Diligence Bring Luck When things are going wrong, it’s easy to blame it on bad luck and assume that people doing better only do so because of a helping hand. But a positive outlook on life can bring around better fortune. A happier, more open-minded person sees opportunities where others see adversity. If you are looking for the best, you will find it and even if you find something below par, you turn it into a blessing.
A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy By believing what you do creates luck, you will begin to feel luckier. If you have expectations of a behaviour causing luck, you believe that doing it again will create more luck. Such an outlook reinforces a positive mindset and things you wouldn’t normally do become routine; just to get the lucky feeling. So, pick everyday actions which you feel bring you luck and you might just see it.
It May Be Delusional But We’re Happier Although superstitions can cause odd routines like saluting a magpie, delusions help us perform better and improve our luck. The false pretence of wishing someone good luck before a competition works because it increases selfconfidence. The delusion that words can create luck give a positive superstitious belief and in turn improves performances. Luck is based on your outlook and those who believe they create their own luck, tend to be luckiest of all.
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FAD DIETS! FOR THE STRONG WILLED The race to lose a few pounds is never more at the forefront of our minds than following the new year celebrations and increasingly extreme fad diets are introduced endorsed by unwell looking celebrities, Mayhem! lifts the lid on the cookie jar to find out more… written by Caroline daVieS
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A huge drawback to this diet is the severe lack of nutrients. It’s main ingredients include hot water, maple syrup and cayenne pepper, which saves vital chewing energy.
This ‘diet’ involves living off of baby food, although you can enjoy a variety of flavours and ingredients. If you’re partial to cold thick soup every meal time, this one could be for you.
The Paleo Diet focusses on eating natural unprocessed foods including; meats, fish, nuts, leafy greens, regional veggies and seeds. Man made foods like pastas, cereal and sweets are not allowed. This has been proved an extremely healthy way to eat.
This was made famous when beyonce followed it and lost 1.5st in 2 weeks for the film Dream Girls, released back in 2006.
Celebrities who have reportedly followed this craze include: Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, Jennifer Aniston and reese witherspoon.
Celebrities who have reportedly followed this craze include: Megan Fox, ray Mears and Matthew McConaughey.
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The Cookie Diet involves consuming a range 4–6 flavoured cookies per day, restricting calorie intake to around 500. The type of calories being ingested are often referred to as ‘empty calories’ as they don’t provide healthy calorific content and this is considered hazardous by doctors. Celebrities who have reportedly followed this diet include: Khloe and Kim Kardashian and Kelly Clarkson.
So there you have it, we wouldn’t recommend all of these, but if you are looking to lose a few pounds, always consult your GP who can work with you in constructing a healthy weight loss programme.
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HOLLYWOOD’S FAVOURITE LEADING MAN As one of Hollywood’s highestgrossing actors, Tom Hanks has become a household name, not to mention a dependable and amicable fan favourite in the film industry. With the release of his 47th film, and another milestone birthday recently passed, Hanks is still at the top of his game, as Mayhem! discovers. written by RICHARD ALDHOUS
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“In the BeGInnInG, I Wasn’t eVen a VerY GOOd actOr!”
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For over three decades, the name Tom Hanks has been synonymous with the world of the silver screen. He has charmed audiences of every age, countless times, from his commercial breakthrough in 1988’s Big, to heartwrenching roles in Philadelphia, Forrest Gump and Saving Private Ryan, becoming the third highest-grossing actor in the history of Hollywood in the process. Now past his 60th birthday, Hanks is rapidly clocking up the process of making a movie breeds a uniform half a century of feature films, with recent film The Post format,” he says, “You’re making a movie, and it doesn’t having provided a fifth occasion on which the actor has matter where the crew are from, whatever culture it is starred in a film directed by his fellow Hollywood icon, – everyone has that natural knowledge about how Steven Spielberg. Following Bridge of Spies, The movies are made. It’s still the same environment, Terminal, Catch Me If You Can, and Saving Private Ryan, even if nobody speaks the same language.” Hanks plays the Washington Post’s charismatic, gruff For Hanks, the chance to star in another potential Executive Editor Ben Bradlee, whose relationship with blockbuster is, after all, just another day in the life of a the newspaper’s owner/publisher Katherine Graham bona fide fan favourite in the film industry – but where (Meryl Streep) forms the backdrop to the publication of would he have been had Hollywood not worked out? the Pentagon Papers, a classified government study relating to the Vietnam War. “ There was never anything else because I wasn’t good at anything else,” he laughs, “And in the Bradlee and Graham formed a unique bond that, beginning, I wasn’t even a very good actor! I’ve ultimately, led to the decision to print the secret report been an actor since I was 20, and it took me a long over the objections and legal threats of the Nixon time to learn through observance and experience – Administration. True to form, Hanks layers his I could never imagine a different life.” performance as Bradlee with both the requisite gravitas and inspired sense of mission that are often That “job” has seen Hanks inhabit a pantheon of the hallmarks of his multiple screen personae. The Post heroic screen personae that includes Capt. Sully addresses fundamental issues regarding freedom of Sullenberger, the airplane pilot in Sully who saved his the press, a particularly relevant subject in the current passengers by landing a disabled jet in the Hudson Trumpian “fake news” attack on mainstream media. River; Jim Lovell, the astronaut whose cool thinking helped bring a crippled spacecraft back to earth safely “ There always is and always will be the sort of give and in Apollo 13; and the embattled Capt. Miller who led his take and criticism of average everyday politics. That’s soldiers on a rescue mission in Saving Private Ryan. part of the jùjú that Washington, D.C. runs on and certainly in the media. But putting a magnifying glass “I would like to believe that people identify with a lot of on the present day, we’re really talking about the characters I’ve played and the kinds of struggles constitutional issues here. Trying to stop the they face,” nods Hanks. “I mainly look for films which publication of any newspaper is, you know, that’s have a spiritual subtext and tell stories which make taking on the First Amendment.” people think about life. “ Ben Bradlee was a big personality. He knew that he had a spirit that people dug - he would say, ‘Ah, the fun!’ I get that. I have the same thing for my job,” Hanks explained. Of course, while the storylines change, the methods for Hanks are now extremely familiar… comfortable even. “I’ve come to realise that maybe in the last decade, probably longer, no matter where you are in the world,
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“We all have moments in our lives when events happen that call into question our moral or spiritual philosophies and attitudes” “ That was how I felt about my character, Capt. Miller, in back then, because if they were to attempt to shut Saving Private Ryan, and the prison guard I played in it down, if they were to attempt to silence an The Green Mile. We all have moments in our lives when organisation today, it would be total consternation.” events happen that call into question our moral or “ What the current administration is doing is far more spiritual philosophies and attitudes.” insidious in its assault,” he continues. “It’s putting the And that idea of calling on a response certainly idea out there, that these are not the truths, and embodies his actions in The Post, with the film hugely muddying the waters by delegitimising the truth. well received so far, both critically and at the box office. And this is why, when telling the truth in this form, there cannot be a sliver of doubt.” “ The Nixon administration tried to alter the first amendment - the first point put down on paper by the “ It has to be concrete and entirely encased, because if founding fathers, and that’s monkeying around with not, it gives the opportunity to cease upon that and our constitution,” says Hanks. run with it. So journalism has to get it right; because if you get it right, you can’t argue with it - you can have a “ What the current administration is doing is maybe different opinion, but you can’t argue with it.” subtler than what happened to The Washington Post
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We all have dreams, but how do we achieve them? By setting ourselves goals it helps us take the first steps to achieving what we want. At times it won’t be easy but planning is key and you need to embark on making yourself happy and figuring out the best way to achieve it, but keep in mind a few simple things…
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You’ll achieve nothing if you go for the ultimate dream straight away. You have to take steps to get to where you want to be. Set yourself a number of realistic goals, start small then build up. There will be work involved, remember you’re working towards your dream so it’ll be worth it in the end, stick with it and with realistic aims they’ll be less room for disappointment.
Motivation and determination go hand in hand and neither will work without the other when it comes to achieving your dreams. You need to make sure you’re motivated to stay on track. Once you’ve found your motivation, next comes the determination to achieve it. The most important thing is not giving up, stay motivated and determined and the process will feel easier.
Lastly but probably most importantly, you need to embark on this mission to fulfil your dreams for you and you alone. You shouldn’t be crumbling to the pressures of others or letting other people influence you too much. It’s great to have support from family and friends but ultimately you have to do it for yourself and you have to want to do it for you to be successful.
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HOW TO… COOK DINNER THIS VALENTINE’S DAY WITHOUT THE HASSLE OR STRESS!
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Why stress out about buying the perfect Valentine’s gift when you can cook a romantic dinner and impress your other half with your culinary skills? “But I haven’t got any culinary skills”, I hear you cry! As already claimed by many chefs, cooking impressive dishes at home, within a reasonable time, is not mission impossible. It does, however, take organisation, focus and, at times, some simple kitchen gadgets. 24 | Winter 2018
deSign a Menu Try and fi nd recipes that both of you will enjoy; sometimes it’s easier to think about the types of food you feel most at ease cooking: what type of meat, perhaps a pasta dish, or a vegetarian option. Deconstruct the menu, it’ll make it less challenging and easier to organise. Look at recipes – they’re everywhere: the internet (BBC Good Food website is particularly good), your family’s recipe book collection, your local library, etc. Following a recipe will particularly help when it comes to buying ingredients and getting the timings right. Don’t worry if you can’t seem to find the perfect recipe, just focus on the main cooking instructions and adapt the rest to your taste. For instance, if the recipe calls for lots of coriander but you are not keen, just replace with a different herb and tweak the seasoning to taste. You can also mix and match bits of different recipes by pairing the main meal from one with the side from another.
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First option, vegetarian or meat dish. If you choose meat, the next option would be poultry, red meat or fish. Don’t feel afraid of vegetarian meals, even if they require a bit more imagination and a bigger array of ingredients, they can be just as filling and really tasty, and you can get to the dessert guilt-free! Choose a seasonal starter (seafood and sprouts are at their best in February). Soups are also great at this time of year but avoid anything overly rich. Dessert is the indulgent bit, so choose something especially for your guest. Chocolate is always a winner, and don’t forget the extra bits to accompany, like cream, ice cream or custard!
Be PrePared Part of making this hassle-free is being as organised as possible when it comes to cooking. If you tend to get
easily distracted, make a note of the order in which things need to be cooked. Write an ingredients list and don’t forget to include any herbs or spices that you might need and don’t forget to dress the table with flowers and candles. You might need to borrow a food processor or an electric whip, but nothing that a friendly neighbour wouldn’t have! With some recipes you can do all the chopping before hand, or you can also buy prechopped vegetables. Also take into consideration many desserts need to be chilled or thawed overnight and the same goes for marinated meats.
get Cooking! Allow enough time to cook everything accordingly and try not to get flustered. Take one thing at a time and refer to your timings. Enjoy it, after all this is a meal for yourself too!
it’s time to throw aside your british reserve and embrace someone! Hugging has been medically proven to boost our health, wellbeing and social interaction with other benefi ts including pain relief muscle relaxation, increase of empathy and understanding, balance of nervous system and reduction of stress. written by Belladonna eVe laMorte
THE HUGGERS GUIDE the Bear hug.
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The bear hug is most commonly used when a person needs to feel safe or reassured. Th is is a hug to give when you want to physically impart your emotional and physical strength to another. Th is hug involves wrapping a person in your arms with force so that they feel secure. It’s a hug that’s like coming home.
The unexpected hug. Th is hug is the most playful of hugs, it has a childlike quality because it comes from behind and has an element of surprise.
The affectionate hug is most used amongst friends and is a quick relaxed tight squeeze. It demonstrates platonic affection.
the loVerS hug
Also known as the hug of avoidance. Social situations often provide us with moments when the last thing we want do is give a person a hug. Th is is only given when can’t be possibly avoided. Use minimal physical contact to ensure that politeness. As our arms reach to the shoulders the torso is far removed from contact. Best used for creepy relatives.
the WaiSt ClinCher Th is is a very intimate hug and very suggestive. Hands are placed on either side of the waist and the other person reciprocates by placing there arm on the other’s shoulders. Th is hug makes you feel vulnerable and best used for lovers only.
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Picture in your mind star crossed lovers meeting for the fi rst time after time apart. As their eyes meet they rush together scooping each other in a passionate embrace they fuse together their bodies in a hug so tight that no man could ever separate them. Th is is a hug of pure unbridled lust and passion. Reserve only for your significant other!
So give a hug a chance.
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There seems to be a lot of buzz lately about seasonal produce, growing your own vegetables and the importance of shopping locally. While this may seem like a trend set by chefs, the impact it has on our everyday lives is not to be overlooked.
THE bEST SPRING PRODUCE why eating seasonal food is always a good option. written by andrea fernandez
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First of all, the quality of fruit and vegetables that are in season is undeniable. You just can’t say that British strawberries in June taste the same as packaged ones coming from Egypt in the middle of winter. When you choose your fresh produce, you must check its origin; if it’s British you know it’s in season and fresh as it hasn’t travelled miles to get to you. Secondly, the price you pay for your shop will be considerably less if you shop seasonal, and you help the planet at the same time by keeping down the amount of travelling around your fruit and veg has to do before coming home with you. There is an amazing selection of fresh food markets around, offering the best prices and quality, plus you are guaranteed fresh produce, while supporting your local community at the same time. Fareham holds a big farmers market every Monday 9am–3pm and an Independent Farmers’ Market 9am–2pm on the fi rst
Saturday of every month hosting up to 40 local growers and supporting Hampshire’s local farming and rural community. The blog The Urbane Forager (theurbaneforager.blogspot.co.uk) gives local information on how to make the most of your area’s produce and shares activities you could do to get kids involved too! Local organisation Hampshire Fare also strives to raise awareness on the importance of consuming the best of Hampshire produce. Produce that is at its best in the next few months includes: lamb, asparagus, purple sprouting broccoli, savoy cabbage, leeks, radishes, and the one everyone is excited about, rhubarb! So get creative with all of these; all the green vegetables in season would be perfect as a hearty lamb broth or a warm salad, and of course, rhubarb crumble for pudding all throughout March!
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FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT Every year, Fairtrade Fortnight originS Although the idea of ‘fair trade’ has is celebrated across the world been around for more than 40 years, from the 26th February until the labelling scheme we’re familiar with today didn’t get off until the late 11th March, with a number of 1980s. The scheme initially started special events including fetes, small with the first label appearing on coffee in Dutch supermarkets in fairs, fashion shows and much 1988. Now they can be seen on many common products across the world, more. The aim is to push the from chocolate, wine and cotton. Fairtrade brand and increase Well-known companies such as Cadburys, Starbucks and Ben & the sales of underpaid farmers Jerry’s have become Fairtradeso that they are paid fairly. certified, meaning they agree to pay a guaranteed minimum price Mayhem! finds out more… to suppliers in the developing World.
Fairtrade’s purpose is to stand up for the rights of small-scale farmers and workers who can often have prices squeezed by large companies looking to slash costs and increase their own profi ts. Under the Fairtrade scheme these farmers are in a stronger position to set better prices regardless of the market price. Buyers must pay the market price when it’s higher than the Fairtrade minimum price, making it fairer all-round! Giving workers the fair share of profi ts they’re entitled to can improve the quality of their lives and enables them to work towards a future out of poverty. The Fairtrade standards also protect workers’ basic rights, many of which you would expect working in the UK. These include health and safety standards, no discrimination and no illegal child labour. So, making the change to a Fairtrade product provides you the reassurance of knowing it was produced in a fair environment with fair profi t to its producers.
loCal SuPPort Supporters in Portsmouth and surrounding areas are holding a number of events where Fairtrade products will be on offer. A Fairtrade stall on Commercial Road was used to launch the event and there are still so many ways to take part! For more information about all the events taking place, go to www.portsmouthfairtrade.org.uk
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FAIRTRADE FACTS
• One in every three bananas sold in the UK is Fairtrade • Fairtrade accounts for 10% of all tea sold in the UK • Fairtrade products are now sold in more than 120 countries • In the UK, sales of Fairtrade products in 2011 reached £1.32 billion.
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ODD bODILY FUNCTIONS EXPLAINED written by edWard CouzenS-lake
Go on, admit it? You’ve often wondered why we fart after eating baked beans or why chopping an onion makes us cry? And if you’re anything like us curio’s, then thoughts like these will be welded to your mind 24/7... especially the thing about the baked beans! So step with us into the Mayhem! lab, and find out why our bodies behave in the way they do! We promise there’ll be no questions asked when we’re done. Why do Baked BeanS Make uS fart? Within the deepest recesses of your stomach and small intestine are enzymes that break down simple carbohydrates – fruit for example. Baked beans, however, contain rather more obstinate carbohydrates that aren’t broken down so easily – so they travel further down into your gut, semidigested, until they’re eventually consumed by bacteria. That bacteria exudes gas as a by-product... which your body disperses as...yes, you’ve got it!
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Why do We Cry When We are ChoPPing onionS? It’s down to enzymes again! Onions contain an enzyme that produces a gas called Propanethial Sulfoxide. Th is gas escapes into the air when you brutally murder the onion with your knife where, eventually, it reaches the eyes. When it does that, the chemical reaction causes a mild sulphuric acid to be produced – which your brain instantly sees as an aggressive invader. It responds by releasing excess tears – the aim being to dilute and nullify the effects of the acid on your peepers.
Why do We get ‘PinS and needleS’? Pins and needles is called Parasthesia. It happens when there is a blockage of blood flow to a pressed nerve. So, for example – sitting in the same position for too long might cut off the circulation to a certain part of your body. That part of the body will eventually become numb. Pins and needles is the tingly feeling that occurs when the blood returns and nerves are restored.
What CauSeS gooSe BuMPS? Goose bumps can break out as a consequence of cold, fear – or, if you’re lucky, sexual excitement. The scientific word for goose bumps is Piolerection – and yes, that’s basically what they are, loads and loads of little skin erections. These are caused when the tiny muscles at the base of each and every body hair contract in response to those outside stimuli... causing the consequent ‘bumps’, or erections on the surface of your skin.
Why do My fingerS Wrinkly after a long Bath? Horrors! You’re soaking in the tub, a hot date is pending – and your fingers have gone pale, wrinkled and aged about 50 years – and there’s no way you’re going out looking like that! But of course, they do go back to normal – eventually. The reason they take on this look is all to do with the outer layer of oil on your skin which is called sebum. It’s there to protect and lubricate our skin, as well as keep water out – so if you didn’t have any, your skin would go pale and soggy every time you as much as washed your hands. However, we only have a limited amount of sebum on our hands at any one time – and, once your indulgent soak has washed it all away, water gets in and your skin becomes waterlogged – more in some parts than others, hence the wrinkles. Th is excess water eventually dissipates and the sebum levels return to normal, along with your fi ngers.
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Mobile Manners
At work On a date You feel it in your pocket. It’s It’s no longer a taboo to check your Even if you met online, checking your phone on a date while the other person that text you’ve been waiting messages at work and, of course, some might be related to your job. is there can be a deal breaker. Unless for and you’re itching to reply, But keep it professional: scrolling it’s an urgent call or text, checking your but you’re having coffee with a through Facebook or sending a tweet phone on a date comes across as rude are not okay. If you sit at a desk with and your date may think you’re bored. friend. Maybe you’re having a computer, reducing screen time Let your friends know the gossip when dinner at your auntie’s house. might be a good idea and studying your your date is in the bathroom and not Perhaps you’re sat at your desk phone during your lunch or coffee break before. Remember this time should be spent getting to know the other person with a pile of work to get on could leave you feeling fatigued at the end of the day. and they should have your full attention. with. But you just can’t resist swiping across the screen to In the bedroom With friends Whether you live alone or with a partner, We’re so used to checking our phones a have a look. Are we addicted to setting a mobile phone curfew allows new trend has emerged for mobile-free mobile phones or are they an you to separate yourself from the parties. Guests check-in their phones at integral part of our digital lives stresses of the day and prepare yourself the door and don’t have access to them all evening. Pubs have also started to which should be accepted? for sleep. Staring at a screen before you go to bed can confuse the light adopt wi-fi free policies, writing ‘have a Mayhem! takes a look at receptors in your eye and mean that real conversation!’ on their chalkboards mobile phone manners. you get a less restful sleep. instead of the password. written by Alex Bee
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On a night out
At dinner
A mobile phone is essential on a night out and can ensure that you get home safely after a few drinks. Take as many photos as you like, but save posting them until the next day. No-one wants to wait for their tequila slammer while you try to think of a decent hashtag.
Okay for some, but it’s otherwise considered rude – gauge the situation depending on the company. How you would feel if you were sat around a table with five square eyed friends, basking in the glow of their mobile phone screens instead of enjoying your company.
With children
At home
Some parents are against having mobile phones around their children, while others rely on games to keep their offspring entertained. Checking your phone too much around a child can set bad habits and reduce the interaction they need to develop social skills. However, mobile phones will be, a part of their lives as they grow up.
This is where you can set your own rules. Perhaps your mobile phone use will be unrestricted, or maybe you’ll reduce it after 9pm. You might even like to switch your phone off at the door and focus fully on your family or simply relax after a long day.
In the car Drivers: this is illegal. Don’t do it. Just don’t. If you’re in the passenger seat you’re automatically bestowed with the role of superstar DJ, so plug in the aux cable and showcase your best playlist.
Public places Walking and talking is an all time classic! If you’re walking along a busy pavement make sure you keep up with the crowd. Texting and walking requires skill – watch out for lamp posts. Texting/talking in the cinema is obviously a no-no and playing music without headphones on the bus is not okay, ever!
the time is now!
Personal Statements Starting one seems a hard task and the thought of writing paragraph after paragraph about yourself is a daunting process. This statement is how universities will get to know you without actually meeting you. Start with your own unique opening sentence that will catch the reader’s attention. Structure how you want to lay out your statement in easy to write paragraphs; what you like most about the course, your interests, experiences, achievements and why you want to complete the course. You need to sell yourself and your skills. Take time to write it; don’t stress out trying to get it done in one sitting. It takes time to get it how you want or think it should be. You’ll go through plenty of drafts to get it perfect!
Open Days Found the course you like the sound of? Want to double check it’s the one for you? Attend the university’s open day to get a taste of what it is like and then you can finally decide if it’s for you or not. On an open day you’ll get to know more about what the course entails, the enrichment and facilities available, and of course the fees and accommodation. You can go to as many as you want. If you can’t go to an open day on a certain day find out if the university will let you look around on a day when you are free.
Application Process
written By Shannon Barker
Going to university to study is a very real option for many people for various reasons. You may be at college or sixth form wanting to go on to higher education, or you may already be working but wish to gain qualifications to improve your job prospects. All of this comes with many new and unfamiliar tasks to complete, so how do you handle them? 36 | Winter 2018
Before you finally submit your application through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admission Service) you need to make sure you have the following things included; your personal details, personal statement, the courses you’re applying for and your previous qualifications. Once you’ve filled out your application form online, it’s sent off to UCAS who will then forward your details on to your chosen universities. The universities will contact you, usually by May, with offers of a place on the course which you have chosen to study. It’s then down to you to make the decision on whether to accept or refuse placements. Whether you’ve taken exams recently or some time ago, you will still need to comply with the UCAS points requirements for the individual course. The points required vary depending on the course and the university, but most are well into the 200/250 points mark. It’s under very exceptional circumstances that you would be offered a place with below target points. Your time is now, so good luck!
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UNHEALTHY
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Snacks are big business these days. A multi-million pound industry in fact. Supermarket aisles are packed to the rafters with a vast array of treats large and small, while more and more companies are investing big money in advertising their products on TV – most of them promoting outlandish claims as to how healthy their product is. But are they? Indeed, do any quick snacks really offer nutritional health benefits? Mayhem! unwraps a chewy treat and investigates. written by edWard CouzenS-lake
MMMMM, SnaCkS! Yep, snacking between meals. We’ve all been there. You know the feeling, it’s the middle of the afternoon, you’re bored, it’s ages until your next meal. Hey, you deserve that chocolate bar. Go on, it’s in the fridge. It’s calling to you. Indulge, indulge...
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a MarS a day helPS you... ...work, rest and play. Remember the advert? It was a very early mass-produced snack item in the UK with the fi rst one rolling off the production lines in Slough back in 1932.
yeS, But iS it good for you? It depends on what you are looking for. The sugar content will give you an energy buzz but it won’t do much for your waistline. As for having one that’s deep fried – don’t even think about it. One deep fried Mars bar contains around 640 calories – and that’s a modest estimate. In fact the whole thing is considered such a health hazard that the Mars Company have recommended consumers NOT to eat them!
ok, are there any good SnaCkS? What do you want from your snack? If it’s just an indulgence then the world is your chocolate bar. If a healthy nibble is your thing then beware – often what’s promoted as being good for you is anything but!
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like What? Pre-made fruit smoothies are a great example. They’re portrayed as an elixir for eternal life, good looks and a great body. But hang on – some contain more calories than a cheeseburger! Smoothies can have as much as 650 to 1,000 calories in them due to the extreme portions of fruit, vegetables and added sugars.
i don’t touCh thoSe, i Prefer frozen yoghurt Sorry but they can be just as bad. We see them as a contemporary and tasty alternative to ice cream. OK, so there is less saturated fat in your frozen yoghurt, but when it comes to calories and the sugar content in them – then you might as well have the ice cream anyway.
any other ‘healthy’ SnaCkS that are anything But? How about some “fat-free” items? Th ink about it: what replaces the fat in these to help make them at least vaguely tasty? Fat-free doesn’t always mean calorie-free as the sugar content tends to replace the fat in these products so you’re still getting a high number of calories. And if you’ve replaced the bacon sarnie for your breakfast with a healthy muffi n, think again. Many commercially sold muffi ns contain about 800 calories of pure sugar and fat, well above the calorie count of a doughnut!
So What Can i SnaCk on that iS healthy? Rule of thumb is keep it simple. If it’s processed or preprepared then it probably isn’t as healthy as it could, or should be. Th us fresh fruit and vegetables, either eaten off the branch or, in the case of most veg, after steaming – don’t boil them! And a glass of water is so much better for you than any one of the overpriced and overhyped bottled drinks that are currently available. It’s so often the case that what we think is healthy is sometimes far worse for us than foods we know are NOT healthy. A simple fi x: read the nutritional information! It may stop you from making a huge diet mistake.
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EYE FOR AN EYE! i’Ve got 20:20 ViSion
That’s great. But don’t go overboard. It just means you’re the ‘standard’ as far as your sight is concerned. Th e important thing is not that you have 20:20 vision – but that you keep it!
eye health One thing sounds obvious – but as we all spend more and more of our time in front of computers, TV’s and mobiles – it’s crucial that we give our eyes a rest now and again. Try the 20:20:20 rule – every 20 minutes focus on something 20 feet away for about 20 seconds. Th is little exercise can help reduce eye strain.
What aBout droPS? You don’t need to go splashing all manner of chemicals in your eyes unless it’s for a good reason.
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Imagine how you would live your day-to-day life and how it would change if you lost your sight. It’s about as frightening a thought as it gets isn’t it? Life changing doesn’t even begin to sum it up. Yet we neglect and abuse those twin miracles which enable us to take in the world around us every day. That’s right. Our eyes. Mayhem! focuses on subject of eye care.
If your eyes are excessively dry or irritated for example, drops might help, but that’s something for your GP or optician to decide.
you are What you eat! Research has shown that the eyes can benefi t from a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids – meaning salmon and tuna for example. In addition to that, the dark leafy greens like spinach and kale have also been shown to have beneficial effects with regard to keeping your eyes healthy.
What aBout When i’M Playing SPort? Lots of sports can result in inadvertent eye injury. Racquet sports, golf, rugby and even swimming where the chance of eye infection from contaminated water can be very high.
What Should i do? Consider some sort of eye protection appropriate for your sport. Many eye care providers sell protective eyewear as do some of the leading sportswear stores.
i’M not SPorty! Th ink on. How about all this sunshine we’ve been having lately? Sunglasses are a great fashion accessory, but their most important job is to protect your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. When purchasing sunglasses, look for ones that block out 99 to 100% of both UV-A and UV-B radiation. Look good and be safe! And remember, if you have any concerns or worries about your eyes or issues with your sight, the fi rst port of call should always be your local GP.
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UNWANTED CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS
As precious as our families are, they don’t always get it right when it comes to gifts at Christmas time, and their taste in fashion has a lot to be desired. To avoid the risk of offending said relatives, Mayhem! has come up with a few ideas for unwanted Christmas gifts.
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There are plenty of ways to sell your unwanted Christmas presents; social media, Gumtree or Ebay. One mans junk is another mans treasure! Once you’ve sold the unwanted item/s you can then buy yourself something more to your own taste.
To save a few pennies why not re-gift the unwanted item to someone who might be more appreciative later in the year? Just be careful not to give it back to the person who gave it to you in the fi rst place!
Why not ask your brothers/sisters if they wanted to swap gifts with you? The giver will never know and everyone’s happy!
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If you can see where your gift was obviously bought from you can attempt to return it. However without the receipt you will likely only receive the current value. Some stores will only offer an exchange or a gift card. Stores vary on their returns policy – you have no consumer rights if you don’t have a receipt.
There are a hundred of different ways to transform that unwanted scarf or disgusting jumper, just have a look online. It could be transformed into a gorgeous blanket or throw. Have a look online for more information. Alternatively, you could give it to a charity shop or host your own ‘Swishing Party’.
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reCyCling CardS Many schools and shops are making the most of our old Christmas cards. Marks and Spencers stores recycle the cards to increase woodland cover across the UK.
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AROUND THE WORLD ON PANCAKE DAY written by kelly WiCkhaM
Whether you know it as Pancake Day, Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, it’s that one day where, traditionally, households grab all the fat left in their cupboards and make delicious crepes or pancakes before lent begins. Whether you enjoy yours with sugar, chocolate, syrup or lemon, you usually consume more than you intended, but what do the rest of the world do on this day?
fun PanCake faCtS
• The world record for cooking the biggest pancake was in yorkshire in 1994! The huge battery cake measured 15 metres in diameter and weighed three tons!
• The word ‘shrove’ is not used in any other context. its origins derive from the verb shrive which means absolution, basically, the consumption of luxury food!
• The world’s best tosser was Ralf Laue from Germany who broke the world record in 1997 by tossing a pancake 416 times in two minutes!
• Auzzie chef, Andy Wrobel built the tallest Pancake Stack made from a tower of 60 pancakes, standing 29 inches high.
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• Health and safety rules were pushed to the limit when ripon’s historic Pancake Day race was scrapped two years ago. Schoolchildren used to run down a cobbled street fl ipping pancakes following the ringing of the cathedral’s ancient ‘pancake bell’ at 11am. However, organisers cancelled the event following hefty policing costs.
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Pancake Day in Denmark is celebrated on the last Sunday before Lent, rather than the traditional Tuesday. The day is called ‘Fastelavn’ and it is customary to eat Danish buns. The middle of these is removed and filled with whipped cream and jam. Children are encouraged to play ‘hit the cat out of the barrel’. While in olden times this was literally as it is called whereby kids bashed a barrel with a bat while a live cat sat frightened inside, traditions have now changed to include sweets rather than a kitty.
The French celebrate Pancake Day as Mardi Gras, which translated means ‘Fat Tuesday’. This name originates from the ancient custom of parading a fat ox through Paris to remind people they were not allowed to eat meat during Lent. A carnival is held and people disguise themselves and put on crazy masks. The festival lasts in Nice for 10 days, with daily parades, concerts, street theatre and giant masks. Breaking tradition, the main pancake day in France is Candlemas on 2nd February. This holy day is six weeks after Christmas and is the day that Christ was presented at the temple by his mother. Pancakes at this time must be tossed with a coin in the hand to ensure prosperity throughout the year.
Sweden Known as ‘Fettisdagen’ which translates to Fat Tuesday, the Swedish eat Semlors which, similarly to Denmark, are round buns with the centre removed, but this country fill theirs with marzipan and cream. The top of the bun is replaced and then sprinkled with icing sugar. Another tradition is to eat pea soup with pancakes. The Swedes approach the making and eating of these buns very seriously, and many newspapers hold competitions to find the best ones in town.
Canada The Canadians add things to their pancakes including, coins, nails, rings and buttons. Yes, that’s right; they place (clean) inedible goods into their battery cakes for lucky finders. Of course they have meanings, the one who discovers the coins will be rich, whoever chomps on the ring will be the first to marry, the finder of the nail will be destined to become a carpenter and buttons or thimbles in your crepe symbolise a new career as a seamstress or tailor. These unusual pancakes are served with syrup, partridge jam and…sausages!
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Australia The Australians make and share pancakes on Shrove Tuesday. They sell pancakes to raise money for charity and proceeds often go towards support for low-income families who are experiencing tough times. Pancake tossing races are also often held by neighbours and families. Australia now holds a Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, where international celebrities fly out to sing at the event. A parade is also held featuring elaborate costumes and dance music.
Brazil Known as ‘Fatty’ the Brazilians refrain from pancakes but go all out and celebrate with a carnival lasting for three whole days; ending on Shrove Tuesday. Due to the long deprivation of Lent, this country decided to hold meetings of various festivities marking enjoyment of pleasures. Large parties were held in previous times, where people ate, drank and enjoyed carnivals in streets, squares and houses.
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What could be more British than a hefty portion of good old fish and chips? A regular Friday treat served in chip shops up and down the land, for seemingly as long as there’s been an England. So it’s only right that we spread the love, now pass the vinegar!
written by ChriS Morely
WHEN THE CHIPS ARE DOWN gruB’S uP The chip shop originated in 1860, when Joseph Malin opened the fi rst such outlet in Britain in London. Adding fish to the menu soon followed, in the early 19th Century, as the rapidly developing railway network and spread of trawl fishing allowed for vast quantities of the citizens of the briny deep to be transported at speed across the country. But the facilities in which all this was cooked were drastically more basic than what we’re used to today while we wait in line for our share of the fun. Most accounts suggest that the principal method
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of cooking in the early days was a large cauldron of cooking fat, heated by a coal fi re – which makes it all sound a bit like Mrs Lovett’s shop in Sweeney Todd, no? If nothing else that mental image could have you humming a note- perfect realisation of Stephen Sondheim’s original score while you eye up that mouth-watering cod and chips, dancing on the counters optional (though you’ll probably be told to clear off if you try).
old harry’S gaMe Mention any of this to a relative of a certain age and they’ll most likely start pining for the good old days at Harry Ramsden’s. Harry opened
his fi rst restaurant in Guiseley, North Yorkshire, in 1928. And here’s a fun fact – did you know his nephew Harry Corbett (later to create Sooty) played the piano there to entertain customers while they waited? We at Mayhem! think this is a great idea, and would urge any local chippy owners reading this to bring it back immediately! Sadly Harry sold his business in 1954, and it’s now in the hands of Associated Fisheries. But don’t let it put you off, as there are many great similar outlets in Portsmouth and beyond, the city’s prime position as a port, making sure the best grub is available!
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