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Th is issue is packed full of sunshine, solstice, sundowners, and spice, as well as summer blockbusters, top barbecuing tips and a nod to our two wheeled companions in Bike Week. We chat one to one with super model and actress emily Ratajkowski as she celebrates her sexuality and womanhood.
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www.mayhemmagazine.co.uk 08 Summer solstice 12 Population overload 14 dealing with redundancy 16 Gap year guide 18 Backpacking essentials 20 Weird and wonderful
22 Emily Ratajkowski, chats 26 Summer blockbusters 28 open wide 30 Bored of the gym 32 Bike Week 34 Fathers day gift guide
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summer solstIce written by edWard COuZens-lake
Set your alarm clocks and get ready for an early morning at Stonehenge. The Summer Solstice is upon us again – has it really been nearly a year since the last one? THe sCienCe biT...
WHy sTOneHenge?
The Summer Solstice occurs at the moment the axial tilt of the earth’s semi-axis in a given hemisphere is most inclined towards the star that it orbits-in our case, the Sun.
Stonehenge is special. its perhaps the most sacred space in the country and amongst the most sacred and spiritual in the world. according to some archaeologists, it was built nearly 5000 years ago – so those old stones have seen and heard a few things. pagans and paganism, the ancient and original religion of these islands gather at Stonehenge to see the sun rise, aligned on that morning with the Heel Stone and Slaughter Stone (yes, that’s exactly what it was used for). Think of it as a giant cosmic computer-built with frighteningly accurate precision.
Meaning? all we really need to think about is that it’s the day in the year when we have the longest period of daylight!
WHen is iT? Well, if you’re aiming to see the sun rise at Stonehenge (the place to be on such a day) then its on Th ursday June 21st with sunrise at 4.52am.
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WHaT are THe pagans CelebraTing? For many it marks the marriage of the God and Goddess of the earth, their union creating the natural force that ultimately creates the fruits of harvest. it is a time to celebrate growth and life, but, as well as that, also a time of reflection, for, after this day, the hours of daylight inexorably fall away, day by day, thus there is also acknowledgement, even now, that the sun has began its slow decline towards Winter.
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Squeeze; Steve Harley & Cockney rebel; John illsley of ‘Dire Straits’; richard Thompson; The South; The blues band; The Undertones; Kate rusby; The tom robinson band and Show of Hands are among the headline acts confirmed for this year’s wickham Festival in Hampshire.
WIckham festIVal 2018
The four-day Festival is being staged between Th ursday 2nd and Sunday 5th august near the village of Wickham in Hampshire. other acts announced include Roger Chapman of ‘Family’; The dhol Foundation; Martyn Joseph; Maggie Bell; Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings; The Red Hot Chilli pipers; Boo Hewerdine; Ferocious dog; Mary Coughlan and Roy Bailey. World music artists include vishten from Canada and The pierce Brothers from australia. as well as live music on four stages the Wickham Festival also features The Groovy Movie solar-powered cinema; a digital Funfair; street theatre; storytelling; punch & Judy; childrens entertainers; dance displays; carnival bands; healing area; Crafts Fayre; Real ale Festival; exotic Foods Fayre; late Night Comedy Club and much more. The Festival is staged in a picturesque rural setting just outside the historic Hampshire village of Wickham with its village pubs, wine bars, tea rooms and craft shops all within walking distance of the Festival site. The Festival is rated one of the safest and friendliest festivals in the UK. There was not a single theft, crime or incident of any kind last year. Festival organiser peter Chegwyn says the Festival is proud of its relaxed and friendly atmosphere. “Wickham offers great live music and entertainment for all the family. We never have any trouble. Our audience just want to enjoy top-quality music in a lovely rural setting”. Day and weekend tickets for the wickham Festival are now on sale via the wickham Festival website www.wickhamfestival.co.uk or the Facebook page www.facebook.com/wickhamMusicFestival. tickets can also be purchased from Th e Ferneham Hall in Fareham, telephone 01329 231942 or in person from Th e Square Cow public house in Th e Square, wickham.
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The 11th of July is World population day. When we last took a head count it was estimated at 7.2 billion people. if you borrowed just one pound from everyone on the planet, you’d be very rich!
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PoPulatIon! grOWing pains Counting upwards from the dawn of time to the 19th Century, the human race maxed out at a population of around 1 billion people. it’s only taken us the last 200 years to add another 6.2 billion to that number. at the current growth rate population would double every 40 years reaching an eye bulging 24 billion in 80 years time! even more crowded than a Where’s Wally picture.
seriOusly dense Singapore takes the gold when it comes to population density. With only 5.4 million residents it doesn’t sound like it would be more crowded than the UK, which is home to 63 million. However, you can fit Singapore into the UK an astonishing 344 times over, and that
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would be the equivalent of 1.8 billion people living on the British isles. Just imagine the supermarket queues!
pOpulaTiOn deCiMaTiOn at no point in human history has there been a more catastrophic population implosion than the one caused by the Bubonic plague, or by its more informative name, the Black death. it did exactly what it says on the tin, a grizzly way to go for sure. during its peak in 1350, it had wiped out as many as 200 million people, that was almost half of the worlds population at the time.
aniMal Madness We share the planet with plenty of weird and wonderful creatures, there are actually 8.7 million different species of animal. The
number of individual animals is impossible to tell, but it’s probably in the gazillions! it’s estimated that there are at least fi fteen mice to every one person on the planet, you might want to tuck your trousers into your socks from now on.
say WHaT? The most commonly spoken language in the world is Mandarin Chinese, which is hardly surprising when you think that China has a population of 1.8 billion. Second on the list is Spanish, followed by english in third. a lot of Spanish speakers can speak english as a second tongue, a lot of english speakers just point at what they want and say it a little louder! To see a real time population clock, head over to worldometers.info.
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dealInG WIth redundancy it’s a hammer blow. a personal apocalypse, the end of your life as you know it. No more luxuries, car, holidays – hell you might even lose your home. Repossession, bankruptcy and a life on the streets beckon. Not to mention the humiliation – let’s face it – losing your job really sucks! written by edWard COuZens-lake
But hold on a moment. look at the bright side – it might just turn out to be the best thing that’s ever happened to you. So you’ve been made redundant. Ha, the idiots. Their loss, not yours – and this is where you can start to make them regret their decision.
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Walk with Mayhem! as we pack our belongings into a cardboard box and take the greatest walk of our lives – out of that office and into a better life... redundanCy = OppOrTuniTy! Sure it is! How often do we voluntarily give ourselves the chance to completely redefi ne both our life goals and professional ambitions, let alone have the opportunity to have to put them into practice?
regisTer WiTH THe JOb CenTre Now listen. do NoT let your silly pride stop yourself doing this. No it doesn’t mean you’re a failure or that everyone there will look down on you. and yes, they can help – they have a great database of and job opportunities and, more often than not, a lot of companies will prefer to register their vacancies with a Job Centre rather than an agency. Why? lots of good candidates and no commission to pay. You will also be able to claim Job Seekers allowance (oK, it’s only about £60 a week, but would you rather that or nothing at all?) – and they’ll pay your National insurance stamp for you for as long as you’re registered with them.
FlexibiliTy How about considering a career shift? Utilise all that experience and expertise that you already have together with some new skills or even vocational qualifications. one professional agency claims that a lot of their clients ended up finding new roles with, in some cases, a higher salary than the one they’d had previously. Remember, this is about you, your life and your career – so take control and explore all your options.
dOn’T Hurry There’s no immediate need to flood the market with your Cv, nor visiting/ registering with all the agencies that will see you. Take your time. and avoid the all too easy temptation to apply for jobs that you can do: look to apply for those that you actually want – apart from anything else, that desire will stand out at interview and mark you above those who are there because it’s one they can simply ‘do’.
updaTe yOur Cv a priority. Make sure it highlights your accomplishments – potential employers want to see actual evidence that you are an achiever and will be able to do just that with their business. achievements, successes, targets achieved, initiatives developed and introduced, accomplishment. Make sure it demands attention-remember, it’s the conduit that is going to get you an interview.
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neTWOrk neTWOrk neTWOrk i know, it’s one of those sickening ‘buzz’ word now and completely over-used. and yes, over-used it might be, but it’s also a skill that is tragically underused and undervalued. Most people that talk about it have, to be honest, no idea of what it means or how to do it. Make yourself the exception. if the thought of networking makes you feel awkward or you don’t feel you need to do so: get over yourself! When you’re talking to both old and new contacts, make it clear you respect their opinions and knowledge – and remember, the joy of networking might not be that they can help, but that they might know someone who knows of someone else who has a friend who is looking for someone just like you. You’d have no way of knowing that if you didn’t get out there and start talking about yourself. So do it!
Redundancy really could be the best thing that ever happened to you: it’s just a matter of attitude. Make yours a positive one.
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gO Travelling!
We’ve all thought about it, some of us have experienced it, others continue to plan it. No longer just the pursuit of school leavers leaving for their obligatory ‘year out’, taking a gap year later on in life has become much more common. Why do it? You may ask. Well, a gap year can offer a variety of advantages. it could be a way of reconnecting with yourself, to take stock of what’s important in your life or simply to offer a once in a lifetime experience. Here we offer some short tips and advice on how to make those dreams a reality, to say goodbye to the mundanity and throw yourself into a world of the unknown... written by TOM WalTers
Three months to dart through the well-trodden spine of South-east asia, taking in the delights of angkor Wat or the insanity of Thailand’s beach parties. or maybe a year traversing through South america, discovering lost tribes, steaming rainforests and vast cities. Travelling is in one breath life changing and completely terrifying but the experiences and memories gained can last a lifetime. Get past the time spent away from family or, if travelling solo, the initial pangs of loneliness and you could be well set to have the time of your life. it takes a huge amount of sacrifice to save the money to make it attainable, but the amount will naturally depend on what you want from your adventure.
vOlunTeering if travelling all seems a bit self-indulgent and not enough about adding something to the world, then you may consider volunteering as the perfect alternative. From teaching english in Cambodia, helping distribute medical supplies in Guatemala or working in an orphanage in Ghana, there are a staggering number of opportunities out there. of course volunteering doesn’t necessarily mean leaving the UK, but if you are looking for the chance to push your boundaries then volunteering abroad could be the thing you need to re-evaluate your life.
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a gap year, for all of its potential to offer experiences and fulfi l lifelong ambitions, may also be the time you need to take a career break. a fractured economy and lack of prospects may lead you to think otherwise, but in some respects there has never been a better time to take the plunge. Further education courses are plentiful and relatively cheap and cover an abundance of subjects. although fi nancially the prospect of changing career may seem daunting, the benefi ts both personally and also to your career could be huge. That lifetime ambition to become a photographer may not be out of your reach yet! do amazing things from travelling to volunteering to changing your career, a gap year has infi nite possibilities. Not everyone is in the position to take one, but in the end it can come down to one thing; would your life be better if you took the plunge? What better way to reconnect with yourself than to spend a whole year doing amazing things. Walk from lands end to John o’Groats, serve hot meals to the homeless, spend a month painting the Hampshire countryside. The opportunities are huge. The advantages limitless.
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BackPackInG essentIals packing the essentials for a backpacking trip is worlds away from packing a regular suitcase for a holiday. You need to be savvy and sensible and pack based on the type of adventure you’re embarking on. written by HannaH van-der-linden
bag yOurselF a bag The fi rst golden rule is to buy the right backpack. it will be glued to your back for the duration of your trip, therefore, it needs to be comfortable. Backpacks are measured in litres and designed for different seasons. Get advice from an outdoor specialist. a day bag is also an essential item to purchase. again these come in different sizes and materials. Some backpacks come with an attached day bag.
MOney bag They may not look attractive, but they allow you to keep your money and personal belongings strapped to you at all times. They’re designed to be hidden underneath clothes, away from prying eyes!
TOileTries Shampoos, moisturisers, cleansers and body lotions. These may be your essentials, but limit what you take and ensure they’re travel size. opt for 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioners and face wipes instead of a face wash. invest in a hanging washbag. ideal to hang in the shower. Remember, all toiletries must not exceed 100ml if you’re fl ying.
Travel TOWels The last thing you want is to pack a bulky towel, so invest in a travel towel. designed for
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the backpacker, these towels are made of microfi bre, take up barely any space and dry in no time at all. perfect for on the go.
FirsT aid kiT You may not use one at home, but having one in your backpack is essential. a basic fi rst aid kit containing plasters, scissors, bandages and medical tape. Make sure you stock up on insect repellent and to keep those mosquitos at bay. Sachets of dioralyte are handy too, just in case you eat something a bit too rich for your tummy!
MulTi TOOl Knife, bottle opener, can opener, fi le, scissors and wire cutters. a multi tool is a must for your backpack. You may not think you need all these tools, but the majority of them will come in handy. You certainly don't want to be opening a bottle of beer with your teeth!
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HeadTOrCH These handy torches are great for cooking, pitching a tent or going to the toilet in the dark!
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WeIrd & Wonderful Places to VIsIt written by JessiCa TreMleTT
The world is a big, wonderful and weird place, there are thousands of locations that embody the bizarre and the ambiguous. Mayhem! looks at the strangest places you’ve probably never heard of, and will definitely want to visit. THOr’s Well Cape peRpeTUa (USa) Sat intimidatingly on the oregon coast is the infamous Thor’s Well. it’s been described as a ‘gaping sinkhole’ that appears bottomless
despite the constant, unbroken stream of water that falls into it. it’s understood that it’s most likely only twenty feet deep and is an amazing sight to behold. despite the risk it poses to visiting tourists
and locals (survival is highly unlikely should anyone get swept into the oceanic turbulence), it’s extremely popular among photographers who flock there to capture it’s unique beauty.
CaT island TaSHiRoJiMa (JapaN) it’s as fascinating as it sounds, and trust me, you’ll want to go there unless you’re seriously allergic to feline’s. The island of Tashirojima during the edo period (1603–1868) was used for the breeding and raising of silk-worms which produced textiles. Mice are natural predators of silk worms, but cats are natural predators of mice, resulting in a surge of kitties that roamed the island keeping the mouse population at bay. overtime, the unneutered cat population flourished, eventually outweighing the human population. Th is doesn’t pose too much of a problem however, since locals believe cats bring good fortune and the infl ux of tourists means the island is doing great fi nancially.
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Fly geyser Nevada, (USa) adjacent to the Black Rock desert, the stunningly man made Fly Geyser sits on the edge of private land as a result of an energy company in 1964 drilling way down into geothermal waters. Today, it’s a scalding hot fountain that grows a little higher every year due to mineral build-up, its unusual green and red hues are a result of Thermophilic algae. Unfortunately, the owner of the land has prevented trespassers from getting too close with a locked gate, but it’s large enough to be seen from a dirt track nearby.
sedleC Ossuary KUTNa HoRa (CzeCH RepUBliC) if you’re a horror fan, then this one is definitely for you. Not only is the place itself the epitome of spookiness, but the backstory is pretty incredible too. The Sedlec ossuary is a small Roman Catholic church comprised majorly of human bones. in the 13th century, the abbot at the time returned from his travels to palestine with holy soil which he sprinkled sporadically onto the graveyard surrounding the area. as a result, it became a highly sought after place to be buried amongst aristocracy of Central europe. eventually, the space could not accommodate the number of burials, thus the bones of 40,000 people were exhumed and stored in the chapel. The site attracts many tourists, in particular its enormous chandelier which allegedly contains at least one of every type of bone in the human body.
Fingal’s Cave Scotland (UK) now for somewhere a little closer to home. at 72 feet tall and 270 feet deep, Fingal’s sea cave is so visually astounding that it’s become a legend amongst the Irish and Scottish celts, who call it ‘The cave of Melody.’ The tale goes that the Irish giant ‘Fionn mac cumhaill’ built a bridge from Fingal’s cave to the Giant’s causeway in Scotland in order to fight his equally enormous rival, Benandonner. The cave is made up of the hexagonal columns of basalt, that make up its interior walls. You can visit the cave by taking a cruise which travels past it, but the best way is by hiking right into it so you can get a closer look at its stunning walls.
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When she first burst onto our smartphones in Robin Thicke’s Blurred Lines video, many were quick to assume emily Ratajkowski was nothing more than a pretty face, but five years later the stunning modelturned-actress is making waves both in cinema, and in her role as an advocate for female empowerment.
“They are greaT big, They are greaT small” it’s hard to pin down emily Ratajkowski. an “That’s basically my strategy,” said Ratajkowski, who independent-minded young woman with the body of recently wed actor and producer Sebastian Beargoddess, she’s generated massive controversy over McClard. “I’m so grateful I have modelling and so many her penchant for posing nude or nearly so in magazines other things that I’m doing – because if I didn’t have and social media. While in the process of establishing other ways of making money, I’d be like, ‘OK, I guess herself as a serious actress in the 2014 david Fincher I’m doing the bathing-suit-girl role.’ You really have to thriller Gone Girl, starring Ben affleck, Entourage, and prove yourself in this industry and I’m very much up for We Are Your Friends with zac efron, the london-born, the challenge. It takes a really long time to not only California-raised Ratajkowski has maintained a parallel prove yourself, but also prove that you’re more presence as a revisionist feminist model anxious to dynamic than just this one part of you that they see.” celebrate her cleavage at every opportunity. She’s also had to confront the contradiction that and why not? a strong case could be made that she comes with having rocketed to fame on the basis of possesses the best breasts in show business and her physical charms yet wanting to be taken seriously flaunting those assets has already won her over 17 as an actress. Ratajkowski has turned down million instagram followers, numerous modelling numerous projects that are purely exploitative of her campaigns for the likes of dKNY and Kérastase hair beauty but at the same time directors and casting care products, and forays into fashion design, the agents have rejected her because her looks would most recent of which is a collection of fine Jewellery be too distracting. with Spinelli Kilcollin. Sighed emily: “There’s this thing that happens to me: Cultivating a reputation as one of the sexiest women ‘Oh, she’s too sexy’. It’s like an anti-woman thing, alive, whose appearance in Robin Thicke’s Blurred people don’t want to work with me because my boobs Lines music video turned her into an instant YouTube are too big. What’s wrong with boobs? They’re a sensation, Ratajkowski has adopted a Kardashianbeautiful, feminine thing that needs to be celebrated. like approach to mass Selfie-exposure and parlayed Who cares? They are great big, they are great small. that into a burgeoning film career. This summer sees Why should that be an issue?” the polish-american provocative co-star in two films during the past year she’s effectively proclaimed - I Feel Pretty opposite Michelle Williams and amy herself a naked feminist warrior by asserting that a Schumer, and Welcome Home, a thriller set in Tuscany woman’s embrace of her body - nude or otherwise in which she shares top billing with Breaking Bad - is an act of empowerment. it takes a certain amount star aaron paul.
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“i wanT women To undersTand Their own sexualiTy” of gumption or ballsiness to chart such a course in the current age of manic political correctness. She opens herself up to accusations of reckless self-promotion and self-exploitation from women’s movement hard-liners, while also inviting ridicule from media pundits such as the curmudgeonly piers Morgan who labelled her a “global bimbo” after she appeared in a love Magazine video clad in her undies and lathered in pasta and olive oil. Cons counters that kind of criticism as “sexist” and “stigmatizing,” arguing that there shouldn’t be any limits to a woman’s right to (sexual) self-expression. “I think a lot of people really feel that the idea of a woman being sexual or being sexualized is the opposite of feminism,” declared Ratajkowski. “To start saying that certain people need to have a licence to be feminist is insane. Emma Watson said feminism isn’t some kind of tool to beat other women with, it’s supposed to be a freedom of choice.” “And I believe in sexuality. I think it’s a wonderful thing and, if anything, I want women to understand their own sexuality outside of a patriarchal male gaze. We’re the core of sexual beings, and I think that’s something that should be celebrated rather than attacked.” Such statements prove that Ratajkowski is anything but a naive ingenue looking to instagram her way to the top. She’s very much aware that weaponising her body is risky business and has led many people to be both sceptical and dismissive, consigning her to the Kardashian heap of sublime superficiality. emily admits that her greatest fear is that her attention-grabbing nudism will ultimately prove self-defeating. She worries about “not making anything of life and not doing anything that’s important...I’m really scared of that. Especially because I chose this as my career, this superficial thing.”
loved to draw as a child and was encouraged by her father to pursue her artistic sensibilities until her stunning adolescent beauty landed her a contract with Ford Models at age 14. Four years later, she enrolled at UCla where she studied art history before dropping out after her third semester to concentrate on her burgeoning modelling career. Yet she continues to collect art and has amassed an impressive collection of paintings and sculptures by up-and-coming american artists in her los angeles loft. She explains that it’s not always been easy being objectified from such a young age, recalling how as a young woman she was constantly being pursued by men and grew uncomfortable with the attention and relentless stares and pick-up lines. “It was really difficult for me to understand and to come to terms with – that identity, people’s perception of me... It’s hard for a 12-year-old girl, who is basically feeling like, ‘Why don’t you just leave me alone’, because I don’t see men having to justify what they wear or how they express themselves.” This year it will be interesting to see whether Ratajkowski’s mass appeal will translate into a sustainable Hollywood career. She’s had a difficult time following up her work in Gone Girl and We Are Your Friends with anything remotely interesting since. But working opposite Michelle Williams and amy Schumer in I Feel Pretty has been a “big step forward” and could trigger similar studio projects down the road, despite the project receiving tepid reviews. in the meantime, she intends to continue teetering on the edge of controversy while remaining true to her brash self, saying: “People try to put women in boxes and stereotype them as one thing. There’s a need, even as a woman, to become a certain “type” of girl. But I feel extremely multifaceted.”
“One moment I can be super-silly with my friends, and the next minute I feel like the sexiest woman in the world. And that to me doesn’t change what my Certainly, her naked antics can be distracting, but core ideals are, or what I have to say. Just because dig a little deeper and it’s clear that Ratajkowski has someone can be sexual doesn’t mean they always displayed a natural flair for creativity. She can’t be serious!”
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the season of cInema: summer BlockBusters Summer is finally here but there is no time for sunbathing or sandcastles when the summer 2018 movie list is as royal as the royals themselves and with box office records breaking left right and centre, it’s safe to say this summer belongs to the big screen.
Cinema, be it an art or simply an evening out, is beloved by many people and the percentage of many is changing quickly to everybody as more anticipated releases are fi nally gracing us with their visuals. We’ve already had the smash hits from the Marvel Universe such as Black Panther and Avengers: Infi nity War and as hard as it may be to believe, there are many hits still to come. From a galaxy far, far away to the middle of the pacific, here are some of the blockbusters predicted to shine brighter than our quick moments of British Sun.
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sOlO: a sTar Wars sTOry another movie in a much loved galaxy; this one takes us back to see a young Han Solo do what he does best, before he did it alongside luke and leia.
a highly awaited crime story fi lled with quirk, tension and shows us that evan peters is good in anything that has american in the title. written by sOnni CarpenTer
adriFT a hard true story of survival and love as two sailing lovers get caught up in a world famous hurricane and must try their best to live, shipwrecked, injured and surrounded by the pacific ocean.
inCredibles 2 Never has an animation caused such excitement in all ages; pixar takes us back to see how the superhero family are doing these days.
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liFe OF THe parTy Melissa McCarthy making us laugh our false eyelashes off once again as a women in the middle of a divorce who decides to go back to education.
“So we drove on toward death through the cooling twilight…”
HerediTary it’s not a year without a horror trailer scaring us to death before the films is even seen and Hereditary threatens to take the fear of turning into our parents to new dark corners.
OCeans 8 Girls show that they can steal just as classy as George Clooney and Brad pitt in this all female feature next in the franchise.
We also have known gems like Mama Mia 2, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and Ant Man 2; but you knew all that already didn’t you? With everything on offer this year from Slenderman to musicals, thieves and survivors, it’s safe to say; put the sunscreen down and get your fandom gear on, your popcorn filled and hide those pound shop sweets in your bag because 2018 is cinema season!
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up yOur rOuTine Brushing twice daily isn’t always enough to avoid bad breath: the bacteria that cause odours to form in the mouth are also found on the tongue or between teeth. Make sure to floss at least every three days and brush your tongue as well as your teeth. it’s worth investing in toothbrushes with tongue scrapers and floss sticks for this. Use an alcohol-free mouthwash twice daily to round off your routine.
drink plenTy OF WaTer Consuming plenty of water helps to combat dry mouth, the main cause of ‘morning breath’, and returns your mouth to a neutral pH. Th is is also important after your oral hygiene routine, in order to clean away any remaining food debris that was loosened in the process. drinking after meals can also wash away any lingering food particles. Beware sugary drinks however, they are a buffet for the bacteria that cause bad breath.
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oPen WIde What spells disaster for a date before it has even begun, and leaves many people mintpopping wrecks at the mere whisper of it? That’s right: bad breath. This 6th of august is National Fresh Breath day, so read on to grab some handy tips and avoid any garlicky setbacks at the office or on that first date.
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CHeW sOMeTHing FOr a QuiCk Fix Chewing gum can not only mask bad smells with its own more preferable scent, it stimulates saliva production which has antibacterial qualities. Choose a xylitolbased gum for even more advantages, such as protection against cavities. if you would prefer a natural remedy, chewing fresh mint, basil, coriander or parsley releases scented oils while carrying their own health benefi ts.
CHeCk yOur dieT often what you eat is the main cause of bad breath. other than onion and garlic, the regular offenders include meat and poultry, largely because particles manage to stick around after the last mouthful. a poor diet, lacking in fruit and vegetables, will also do you no favours. eating fruits packed in vitamin C such as melons, berries and oranges creates a harmful environment for oral bacteria, and fibrous fruit and veg like celery and apples help to dislodge troublesome food lingering between your teeth.
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Bored of the Gym? written by FiOna sTanTOn
if you’re bored at the gym and feel like a hamster on a wheel, getting hot and bothered, why not try some of Mayhem!’s gym alternatives? Make getting fit and keeping in shape much easier and enjoyable this summer. HiiT High intensity interval Training is a fitness video that you can easily watch on your Tv/laptop or even on your phone in the garden! (Just make sure the neighbours aren’t peeking) The videos can be found on YouTube and most of them are only 30 minutes long, so there’s no excuse!
Walking Walking is simple and easy and is a lazyperson’s guide to getting in shape. Walking improves your
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cardiovascular health and increases circulation, and helps fight off illnesses. Walking for 60 minutes at a fast pace, will burn around 370 calories! if you want to burn even more calories, why not up the speed and go for a run, where you could burn up to 600 calories per hour!
yOga if you prefer a gentler pace of exercise, yoga is wonderful for reducing chronic pain, lowering blood pressure and reducing insomnia, as
well as improving your flexibility. Yoga is great for your mental health, with incorporated breathing techniques and stretches to boost your mind. Just buy yourself a good dvd online and do it in the comfort of your own home.
CyCling Cycling is a an ideal all-body workout and a great way to get about and beat to the traffic. Cycling helps you lose weight, reduce stress and lower your blood pressure. Why not try
cycling to work? This will save money, time, help the environment and get you fit. So get pedalling!
sWiMMing Swimming is another good all-body workout without the stress impact on your body. Swimming will be a great way to stay cool this summer and is a good cardiovascular workout, without getting hot and bothered. Swimming is perfect for keeping in shape and is great for your mind too.
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InternatIonal BIke Week 2018 written by FiOna sTanTOn
Cycling is literally for anyone and is a fun and social way of exercising, as well as helping the environment, oh and it’s free! international Bike Week is from 9-17th June, so why not register on the supporting websites, win prizes and pedal on with the rest of europe.
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The annual international Bike Week originated in europe in 1923 and is growing more and more popular, most recently in North america. The aim of the seven days is to promote the benefits of cycling in the city and the surrounding areas and often professional cyclists and celebrities get involved too.
Cycling is simple and an easier way to get around the city. Cycling will not only beat your commute to work, but help you to feel happier and healthier too. it’s a great cardiovascular workout and is good for the heart and for relieving stress.
Bike week is to promote the social, health and environmental benefits to cycling and for novice cyclists to join in and have a go. Cycling can easily be a part of your everyday life and it will save you time and money on your usual boring commute.
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invite your friends and family to log their rides and see who can do the most miles in a week! on the website you can also share photos and stories of your experience and encourage others to ride along and join in on the fun!
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love to Ride helps to sponsor Bike Week and if you register at www.lovetoride.net you can be in with a chance to win brand new bikes, holidays and more. The website will also allow you to log your rides and find out what events are happening within your area. You can make it competitive and
Whether you’re a high-speedhigh-intensity type of cyclists or a laid-back, leisurely cyclists, cycling is for anyone and everyone can do it. Bikes come in all different shapes and sizes to suit you and with over half a million cyclists pedalling along with you in the UK’s largest Bike Week, you will be happy you got back in the saddle.
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Great GIfts for faB fathers COMPiLeD by sara niven
Forget soap on a rope and slippers – wouldn’t you rather give (or receive) something a tad more stylish, frivolous or fun this Father’s day? We’ve rounded up some ideas, whatever your budget.
eco friendly fathers will appreciate an ecoffee cup from £9.95 in various designs, (this one is called Stargate) www.ecoffeecup.eco.
a Netfl ix subscription and popcorn make a great (and pocket friendly) gift combo, popcorn maker £5 from Flying Tiger stores nationwide gb.fl yingtiger.com.
if you can’t stand the heat, get him out of the kitchen and into the garden with the everdure CUbe bbQ by Heston blumenthal, £149, www.steamer.co.uk. Help him get organised with a personalised Charging Station from £95.00, www.theoakandropecompany.co.uk.
dads still grooving on down at Glastonbury will appreciate this organic Mini Festival Kit, £28. or for more homely types, how about an eco
friendly soy wax candle for his man cave, scented with Grapefruit, lemon and Cedarwood at £19? Both from conscious-skincare.com.
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Father’s day is held in the UK on the third Sunday each June, with the USa, Mexico, ireland, France, Greece, China and Japan following suit. However, in australia Father’s day falls on the fi rst Sunday of September while in Brazil it is celebrated on the second Sunday in
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dads can enjoy a hot soak but still retain their cool with the Modfather Bubble Bar, £4.50, uk.lush.com.
Challenge your dad to a Sea Battle drinking Game, £10 from Flying Tiger Stores gb.fl yingtiger.com
august, chosen in honour of Saint Joachim, the patron saint of fathers. So if you completely forget this June, you could always try to get away with presenting a gift a few months later and claiming you’re following another country’s tradition.
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Turn him into a comic superhero with the Mega dad personalised Story Book, from £19.95, www.theletteroom.com. Give an excuse to indulge with a Beer, Chocolate and Nibbles Hamper, £27.50, www.hotelchocolat.com.
Brighten up his desk with these Skull planters, £8.50 each, www.miafleur.com.
a gift for all seasons - the dancook 9000 Firepit, £149.99 doubles up for dad to cook on in the summer and keep warm around in the garden in the winter, dancook products are on sale at garden centres nationwide, for more info visit www.dancook.dk.
Bring out the caveman in him with this axe Bottle opener, £20, shop.nationaltheatre.org.uk.
Go for broke – if you’re in the market to splash some serious cash this Father’s day, this striking piece of artwork featuring Muhammad ali from andrew Martin’s new Neon art Collection says it all, £2,195, www.andrewMartin.co.uk.
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food and WIne feeling fine!
Good food tastes even better with a fine wine. Which is why we spend so long scratching our heads, pacing the wine aisle trying to decide between a dry white or a fruity red. Here’s a few simple food and wine rules that won’t leave you or your guests with a bitter taste in their mouth.
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THe rigHT WHiTe
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Fruity or zesty. dry or sweet. They may all look the same colour and are all a mouthful to pronounce but the right White can make all the difference to your meal.
often associated as more rich and heavy than white wine. The main rule for this one is the richer the meat the richer the red. For instance, a big bit of steak or a real meaty Spag Bol or chilli would go perfectly with something equally as indulgent. Shiraz or zinfandel would be the best choice. You may also want to splash a bit in with your mince while cooking too.
Sherry isn’t just for Grandma. Not the most obvious choice for food unless of course it’s in a trifle. a fruity sherry is great with sweet things. Try poured over ice cream or with soft cheese. or fancy something different? Try a light, dry sherry with shellfish or light nibbles or tapas when ordering at a restaurant.
a rich white wine such as Chardonnay for instance, goes well with also rich food. it’s the perfect partner for your cheese and cracker munchies as it’s great with fats and carbs. The same rules go for the bubbly wines too. Which is why we love prosecco or Champagne (when we can) so much with something equally as cheeky such as pizza, a cheesy pasta and of course chocolate! But if you’re looking for something lighter then opt for a dry, pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. These two types of wine are perfect with white meat or a Sunday roast as it doesn’t over power all the vegetables.
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Cooking with chicken or stuck for choice in Nandos? Then opt for a lighter red such as pinot Noir which is also the more preferred choice of wine with salad.
and fi nally, port. Th is heavy number is mainly only good with a cheese board and chocolate. Th ink Brownies or chocolate tart. perfect for a cosy night in.
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sundoWners There’s nothing quite like the taste of freshly squeezed orange juice, so we’ve mixed up a few old favourites for those sweet summer sunsets. ruM runner Golden rum, banana liqueur, blackberry liqueur, grenadine and orange juice. Rum and orange? Yes, rum and orange! Sweet bananas and smooth rum make an excellent combination with citric orange.
Harvey Wallbanger Orange juice, vodka and a dash of galliano. legend has it that harvey dunked one of these and face-planted a wall!
buCks FiZZ Half Cava and half orange juice in a flute glass. Simple and sparkling!
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Gin bombay Saphire, lemon juice, orange juice and ginger syrup. a twist on the classic gin fi x with a hint of heat from ginger syrup and a splash of fresh orange makes this cocktail original and sensational.
white rum, vodka, a splash of blue curacao, orange juice and pineapple juice. The name comes from the Marge’s iconic blue hair. a fruity, colourful alternative cocktail.
nigHTMare Madeira, gin, cherry brandy and a dash of orange juice! exactly what it says on the tin. a nightmare! Not advised on a school night.
TeQuila sunrise
Weng Weng Vodka, tequila, scotch, brandy, rum, bourbon, orange juice, pineapple juice and a dash of grenadine. an alternative to long island ice Tea. every spirit under the sun is thrown into a glass topped with a dash of orange juice and pineapple.
tequila, orange juice and grenadine. a simple combination which creates a sunrise in a glass.
sex On THe beaCH Vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, chambord and orange juice. a classic holiday cocktail, sweet and sensus with a kick!
slOW sCreW Vodka, sloe gin and a splash of orange juice. Who said sloe gin was for Grannys?
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BasIc BarBecuInG for Blokes
We all know who’ll end up hogging the tongs this summer! it’s time to start thinking about the delicate subject of the barbecues, so for the perfect steak, fellas, listen up! FirsT THings FirsT
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it’s the question of gas or charcoal? For big events gas is the best option. Th is allows you to cook all day and keep food flowing with no time wasted waiting for coals to heat up. For old traditionalists however nothing beats charcoal. The smoke produced adds unbeatable fl avour to food. Try adding a few sprigs of fresh thyme, rosemary or even fruit wood chips on the coals for added ‘cheff y’ kudos.
a hot BBQ should produce a medium-rare steak in just two minutes each side (depending on thickness). if you’re unsure about chicken and bangers you can cheat by starting them off in the oven. decent quality meat is important as cheap cuts and economy products contain loads of fat and risk turning your BBQ into an inferno. Making your own basic burgers out of lean mince and onion is a doddle and you can add whatever seasonings you fancy – try coriander, ginger and chilli.
perFeCTly COOked Th is can take some mastering but simply put, don’t overcook beef or lamb and make sure poultry and burgers are cooked through. an internal temperature of at least 75 degrees is recommended, so a meat probe is a wise investment. Be sure to keep cooked and raw meat apart too.
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Marinades Marinades are a must to avoid boring, bland food as well as keeping everything moist and tender. a homemade sauce will score added brownie points but if in doubt or short on time olive oil, lemon and salt is an easy and winning combination.
Be sure to take meat out of the fridge around an hour before cooking or the result will be the dreaded ‘raw and pink inside, cremated and black on the outside’ effect. Rest your creations after cooking – chefs do this regularly to ensure the meat reabsorbs all the juices that would otherwise be lost.
vegeTarians Make sure all guests feel catered for. Skewered chunks of peppers, mushrooms, aubergine etc, drizzled with olive oil brushed on with sprigs of rosemary show a bit more thought than just a token pack of veggie burgers. oiled slices of Halloumi cheese can go straight on the grill too. Use a separate area away from the meat and different tongs to handle your veggies. Now you’re ready to crack a beer and don that Hawaiian shirt safe in the knowledge your food will taste great.
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Spice is the variety of life, and since times long-past, spices have been used worldwide to intensify the taste of dishes, taking them from bland and boring to intense and exotic.
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With subtlety and depth, Chinese and asian dishes regularly use spices to enhance the fl avour and give that real, authentic taste. Take for instance Chinese Five Spice, a combination of Szechuan peppercorns, cinnamon, fennel seeds, star anise and cloves. its combination of fl avours brings extra life to dishes like Five Spice Sticky pork Belly, especially when the meat is left to marinade in the spice overnight.
in either it’s powdered or natural form, ginger is a common spice used in asian, Thai and indian dishes. With the same history as turmeric, research also suggests that ginger can be used as an anti-nausea remedy, even if taken as herbal tea. With its strong and memorable fl avour, ginger can be used in a variety of dishes, from a lemon and ginger drizzle cake to Thai prawn, ginger and spring onion stir fry.
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saFFrOn
Ranging from the north to the south, curry dishes have the connotations of heat and after-burn. However, the range of spices used in authentic curry dishes can often surprise you. Take for example turmeric, with its warm, peppery yet slightly bitter aftertaste has been used for thousands of years. Traditional uses include to aid digestion, detox and strengthen the liver, and as an anti-infl ammatory agent.
Th is is easily one of the most memorable spices, but not purely for its delicate taste. Saff ron itself is made from the stigma of a blue crocus flower. To make 1g of this spice, it takes anywhere from 200–500 of the stigma, so saff ron cultivation is a timeconsuming yet lucrative business to be in. Saff ron can be used in recipes such as paellas and many other sea-food dishes or sauces.
even for the most novice cook, there is a spice to match most dishes. all it takes is a little research, a taste for the unknown, and sure enough you’ll soon be bringing the exotic tastes of far-away lands, right to your dinner table.
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BarBecues
aRoUNd THe WoRld!
one of the greatest things about summer is the weather for barbecuing, complete with your friends, lots of beer and, of course, meat. But have you ever asked yourself – is it the same all over the world? Fire up the coals and put the drinks on ice, because Mayhem! is taking you on a world barbecue tour. written by JuTTa lasner asia
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our first stop is Japan, the land of the rising sun and… squid. Yep, that’s what the Japanese serve up accompanied by lots of other seafood and vegetables. Yakitori, the Japanese version of a shish kebab, will also be served along with rice and soy sauce. The Chinese marinate their meat in honey prior to it being cooked by means of a long, hand held fork over a fire.
on the other side of the world we stop in Mexico for a barbacoa. lamb and is traditionally cooked over a hole in the ground. Served with warm tortillas, guacomole and salsa. Cool down with raspberry peach aqua fresca. in the US a barbecue is usually referred to as a “grilling”. in latin america the meat is roasted over a longer period of time and further away from the coals.
ausTralia
sCandinavia
Stick another shrimp on the barbie! Traditions down-under include prawns and aioli, chops and beef drizzled with beer with mint pea potato salad.
Scandinavians prefer venison on their barbecues with Juniper flavoured sauces, where-as healthy Mediterranean types marinate their meat with olive oil, citrus or herbal sauces.
argenTina There’s no free for all at argentinean barbecues where the meats are cooked and served in a very set and specific order. Barbecues are called asados and the national dish, embutidos, are various kinds of sausages served along marraqueta (bread), followed by meats such as flank steaks, chicken and chivito (the meat of a young goat), a simple mixed salad, all washed down with beer, wine and soda.
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sOuTH aFriCa The Cape of Good Hope is the last stop on this culinary journey. The South african ‘Braais’ includes lamb or mutton sosaties, kebabs, marinated chicken, steaks and sausages as well as pap, a thickened porridge made from finely ground corn. Braais are sometimes called ‘dop en tjop’; a ‘dop’ is slang for an alcoholic drink while ‘tjop’ is an afrikaans word for lamp chop.
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does commutInG affect WellBeInG? There are many aspects of the working day that can impact on our personal sense of wellbeing and cause stress. But we often underestimate the impact that our daily commute can have on us, and feel powerless to break the cycle. according to a recent study one in seven commuters are now spending two hours or more each day travelling to and from work. The same study also showed that just a 20 minute increase in commute time is as bad as a 19% pay cut for job satisfaction.
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Commuting stress and wellbeing Research by the offi ce for National Statistics (oNS) discovered that the longer your commute, the lower your feelings of happiness, life satisfaction and the sense that your activities are worthwhile; and the higher your anxiety compared with non-commuters. The way we travel can also have an impact on our wellbeing. Taking the bus or coach to work on a journey lasting more than 30 minutes was found to be the most negative commuting option. even your sleep may be affected, with additional studies suggesting those who commute for more than 45 minutes each way report reduced sleep quality compared to those who commute shorter distances. So, how can commuters make travelling to work more enjoyable? The wellbeing experts at CaBa, have explored eight activities that will boost your mood and might even make you thankful for the time spent travelling.
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We’ve all seen adult colouring books grow in popularity in recent years, and for good reason. adult colouring books can help with a number of emotional and mental health issues. The process of making and creating artwork can be used to explore feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, reduce anxiety and increase self-esteem.
Researchers have discovered that one in three people felt worse and more dissatisfied with their lives after visiting Facebook. Try switching off completely, disconnecting from the stresses of daily life. Turn off your phone and take the time to think and reflect.
appreCiaTe yOur surrOundings it’s often easy to forget to look up and appreciate your surroundings. But relaxing and seeing the beauty of your environment is an important factor in achieving mindfulness and reducing anxiety. if you’re sitting on a train or bus, take the time to look at your view and appreciate the little things, from the birds in the trees to the colour of the sky, as research shows that developing gratitude is good for overall wellbeing. Why not share these with your loved ones by taking a photo.
lisTen TO audiObOOks Or pOdCasTs No matter what your interests are, if you want to stay up to date with news, tech, business and beyond, there is a podcast for every niche. if your brain is feeling frazzled, there’s comedy, arts and audiobooks that can lighten your mood, helping you to unwind and switch off.
reCOnneCT WiTH FaMily and Friends Whether you’re driving (using hands free of course) or catching the train, use this time to connect with friends and family. our loved ones play an important role in supporting our mental health. Studies have even found that hearing your mother’s voice can quickly calm frayed nerves and a telephone call can have the same effect as a hug.
learn a language There are a whole host of benefits to learning a new language, from feeling accomplished to improving cognitive abilities. it has even been found that multitasking comes more naturally and attention improves for those who learn to speak a second language.
play gaMes and sHarpen yOur Mind it’s been reported that the presence and overuse of our phones has a ‘brain drain’ effect and is reducing our intelligence and attention span. ironically, our phones can help with this. Check out this list of the best brain-training apps and try one out on the commute into work. Using the apps first thing in the morning will help wake you up, feeling ready to hit the ground running as soon as you step into the office.
WriTe a TO-dO lisT on your way to work, take the time to write a to-do list. This could involve both work and life admin. on the way home, reflect on what you’ve achieved. Writing a to-do list helps you to feel more productive, creates order and ticking off those tasks can be very therapeutic! if the commute is really getting you down, consider asking your employer to work more flexibly. alternatively, if there’s really nothing you can do about your commute, there may be other ways you can carve out some time in your day with these tips for productivity.
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