Issue #23

Your Ideas in Print

THIS SEASON

Jumpsuits and the all-white trend

MEN’S FASHION

FW’14 highlights straight off the runway

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How much you should spend on an Android phone

Tom & Serg Talk to us about their journey towards opening the most talked about coffee shop in Dubai and their passion for great food

CROSSFIT

The fitness programme taking the UAE by storm

OUT AND ABOUT

MJ Immortal Tour and 90s dance extravaganza

FOOD FOR MUSCLES

Seven foods for great results

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About Everything One my favourite things about working for one8one is the amazing variety of people we meet every month, and this month has been no exception.

Putting our cover story together with Tom and Serg was so much fun. We sipped their delicious coffee and chatted about how they took their café, Tom&Serg, from an idea to reality (p. 34). Natasha, from fashion blog Red Lips and Lace, joined us for our fashion shoot (p. 22), and this month we heard from two very different, and equally unique, musical groups; The Boxtones (p. 12) and the Healer Twins (p. 44).

It has also been an active few weeks: seven (brave) volunteers signed up to try a CrossFit session at The Burn Room (p. 48) and we were out in the sun covering the Omega Desert Classic’s 25th Anniversary (p. 52).

But I think, above all, this issue is full of great advice. Ximena Lamadrid talks about loving your imperfections (p. 55) and we have compiled a list of healthy protein-full foods for the fitness enthusiasts among you (p. 56). Plus, if you have ever wondered which kind of cake you would be, don’t worry, you need look no further. We have put together a quiz for you to find out (p. 62).

Thank us later.

Happy reading!

SOFIA FERNANDEZ VYAS Editor editor@one8one.net

My Say

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Tell us what you think!

Tom wears: Fred Perry Diesel Serg wears: Fred Perry Diesel Styled by: Hommam Arbi

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S.B. It was great to see the Arab Shorts published in your film festival write up.

After reading the article, I watched them myself and loved them. I’ll definitely watch more short films now.

W.A. Your fashion shoot last month was really creative. Have more like this please!

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H.A. Could you publish some more fashion for men in future issues of one8one?

M.V. Hamzah Shahid, please write more quizzes for one8one! My friends and I really enjoyed ‘What Kind of Con Artist Are You?’

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1 Editor’s Letter 2 My Say 4-5 ’s up 6-9 S’cool News 10-11 Gaming 12-13 The Boxtones 14 Album Reviews 15 Hitlist 16 Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour 18 Sundance Live Mixtape Rewind!

20-21 Evolution of Women Fashion 22-27 Fashion Shoot: Better Late Than Never 28 Fashion: All White 29 Fashion: Jumpsuit 30-31 Men’s FW’14 Highlights 32-33 Gifts for Him and Her 34-37 Cover Story: Tom & Serg 38-39 Gizmos & Gadgets 40 In Cinema 41 Movies 42 Books 44-45 Healer Twins 46-47 Photography 48-51 CrossFit 52-53 Golf Desert Classic 54 Expat Life 55 Imperfections 56-57 Seven Foods for Building Muscle 58 OMG! 60-61 Astrology 62 What Kind of Cake Are You? 63 Brain Food

’s up What When Where

February

Experimental Art & the Arab World, NYUAD, Abu Dhabi

The Archaeology of Abu Dhabi’s Coast & Islands, NYUAD, Abu Dhabi

Sarah Brightman, DICED, Dubai Tracy Morgan Live, du Forum, Abu Dhabi (Feb 6-7)

Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Cup, New Arena Of Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi (Feb 5-8)

I Salonisti – The Titanic Band, DUCTAC, Dubai Majida El Roumi live, DICEC, Dubai

Wael Kfoury & Maya Diab live, Al Bustan Rotana, Dubai

Dubai Motorsport Festival, Dubai Autodrome, Dubai

Dubai Festival of the Horse, Emirates Equestrian Centre, Dubai (Feb 13-15)

Dubai Food Carnival, DFC, Dubai (Feb 21-22)

Dubai Desert Road Run , 7he Sevens Stadium, Dubai

RedFest DXB, DMC, Dubai (Feb 13-14)

Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Dubai (Feb 17-Mar 1)

Rolling Stones, du Arena, Abu Dhabi

Water for Life Annual Carnival, Dubai International Academy, Dubai

Abu Dhabi Air Expo 2014, Al Bateen Executive Airport, Abu Dhabi (Feb 25-27)

The Big Grill, Emirates Golf Club, Dubai (Feb 27-28)

Red Bull Air Race, Corniche, Abu Dhabi (Feb 28-Mar 1)

Emirates Classic Car Festival, Downtown Dubai, Dubai (Feb 27-Mar 3)

Tri Yas, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

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UAE Wooden Powerboat Race, Breakwater, Abu Dhabi

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S’cool News

The Market of Everything The Market of Everything at Safa Park was the perfect place to find amazing treasures; from handmade jewellery (such as rings, friendship bracelets, statement necklaces and others), to vintage cameras and posters. The market included the likes of the Archive, hosting the event, and The Magazine Shop selling some of their top magazines.

The most inspiring thing was to see young kids from age 9&10 years old selling handmade bracelets to earn a bit of money and to help their schools.

People from all around Dubai were able to buy, sell, lend and trade all of their old belongings for newer or vintage pieces. There was live music from various local artists to accompany the browsing, and edible treats such as cupcakes and a barbeque from the Archive; it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon. writing and photos by Azza gasim

Two students named inaugural Falcon Scholars The two students chosen as 2014 Falcon Scholars from the United Arab Emirates have been announced. They will be the first to embark on this Scholarship, which will provide funding for them to study at the University of Oxford for a minimum of two years.

The Falcon Scholarships are administered by the Rhodes Trust and are awarded each year to one or two exceptional students who have completed an undergraduate degree from a college or university in the United Arab Emirates. At Oxford, they will be welcomed as members of the community of Rhodes Scholars.

Charlotte Wang was born in Austria and has lived in the United States before commencing her studies at New York University, Abu Dhabi. She is studying Social Research and Public Policy, and is conducting research into hybrid identities amongst the Chinese migrant community.

Charlotte is the leader of curriculum development for the student humanitarian group and is also an editorial board member for the NYUAD Journal of Social Sciences, as well as a keen musician. At Oxford Charlotte aims to read for an MPhil in Sociology and Demography.

Shamma Al Mazrui was born in Abu Dhabi and is currently studying Economics at New York University, Abu Dhabi. Her research focus is the labour market prospects of Emirati females, and she was a co-designer of the NYUAD Al-Nahda Institute which provides a framework for exploring social and gender equity. Shamma is also leading a Down’s syndrome initiative and is a keen golfer in her spare time. She plans to read for a Masters in Public Policy at the University of Oxford.

AUD Students Visit Dubai Courts Journalism students at the Mohammed Bin Rashid School For Communication (MBRSC) at the American University in Dubai (AUD) visited the Dubai Courts as part of a series of field trips organised by MBRSC, every semester, to leading media and governmental companies in the UAE. The tour started with a documentary showing the history of judicial work, and its evolution over time in the UAE, in addition to a presentation of the different types of courts and their roles. During the tour, Ms. Roudha Al-Suwaidi, Head of Public Communication and Social Media Team at Dubai Courts, explained how her team cooperates with the media and journalists, and their role in covering the news of the judicial system internally and nationwide. The students were impressed with the openness of this governmental institution and the freedom it provides to journalists to cover the news in all the courts, with the exception of the Personal Status Court for confidentiality purposes.

In addition, Al-Suwaidi talked about the importance of using social media to deliver transparent information to the public: “Dubai Courts’ provides a range of initiatives and programmes that spread legal knowledge and awareness across the community through social networking sites,” explained Al-Suwaidi.

Masdar City Festival On January 24th and 25th, a special event was held at Masdar City, an eco-friendly, sustainable city just outside Abu Dhabi, to educate both adults and children on environmental issues in a child-friendly manner through workshops, storytelling and markets.

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Healthy food sold in biodegradable wrappers; jewellery recycled from soda can tabs; dresses made from bamboo and chemical free baby care were just some of the endless recycled or ecologically sustainable products for sale.

Healthy food markets were also running. Fresh vegetables, organic chocolate and olive oils were wildly available. Some of these vendors had travelled from Spain, others from Jordan, just to showcase their products.

Children were not left behind in this festival; ‘Paint a Plant’ was a place where children could learn about planting flowers and the importance behind it. A show called ‘Dirt on Garbage’ educated children about what happens to our trash and which parts of it are not biodegradable.

As the event reached its final hour, people went home more aware of their environment and with products that were eco-friendly. writing and photo by Aaricia van ommen

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S’cool News Masdar Institute Annual Internship in Japan

Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, an independent, research-driven graduate-level university focused on advanced energy and sustainable technologies, and the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) signed an agreement for further collaborations on the annual internship programme.

JICE will provide orientation in Japanese culture and language, while final presentations by students will be conducted in Abu Dhabi. Also, from this year, academic faculty will be assigned to work with industries on the internship objectives for each student in each segment. This will enable students to work on the industries relevant to their research areas and the outcome will be directly beneficial to their research work at Masdar Institute.

According to the agreement, Japanese industries will work with faculty and receive students’ applications for interview and final selection. The coming year is also expected to have more than one application for each internship position and the selection will be conducted by the industry companies.

Masdar Institute and JICE have already been cooperating on summer-based internships for the past two years. The programme is also supported by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). The first internship programme stretched from 27 May-9 August in 2012, while the second annual program ran from 18 May-19 July 2013. A total of five UAE national graduates participated in the first year, while seven took part in the second year’s internship program.

Qasr Al Hosn Festival Qasr Al Hosn, or Castle of Hosn, is one of the oldest structures in Abu Dhabi. Two and a half centuries old, it is a symbol of Abu Dhabi’s history and culture. The Tourism and Culture Authority set out to show the general population, and visitors, what the UAE’s heritage included by starting the Qasr Al Hosn Festival last year.

The festival will have exciting ways to show the UAE’s development and the heritage that they are trying to preserve.

There will be an exhibition with a series of oral narratives about the history and people of Abu Dhabi, and guides or ‘ambassadors’ will be on hand for those who wish to ask for more information.

Parts of the fort, made of coral and sandstone and which is currently in the process of restoration, will be open to the public. The grounds around the fort will hold activities such as workshops; live entertainment; theatrical shows; interactive programmes; poetry recitals; a series of films produced by emerging UAE artists and, the highlight of this year’s festival, Cavalia (a French Canadian show featuring horses which has been adapted to show the heritage and history of the UAE).

There will also be a unique space especially for Gahwa, which means coffee in Arabic. In this area visitors to the festival can learn about the history and ritual of gahwa.

The Qasr al Hosn Festival will run from the Feb 20 –March 1.

February 21st will only be open to women and children. http://qasralhosnfestival.ae/the-show/ticket-information/

by Aaricia Van ommen

INNOVATOR INNOVATOR is the first event of its kind in the region. It will be an event taking place in Abu Dhabi, bringing together more than 200 hand-picked, UAE-based, talented individuals (DIY-ers, tech enthusiasts, builders, crafters, car tuners, IT programmers and designers) who have built something exciting based on the use of science or technology. The event will showcase their unique creations. INNOVATOR will be held in March, stay tuned for more information! For more details, visit www.innovator.ae

The Dragon’s Den The Dragons’ Den is an annual event that takes place in The Westminster School, Dubai. Inspired by the British reality TV show of the same name that sees entrepreneurs compete for an investment from a team of venture capitalists, the school’s Sixth Form students bring forth innovative ideas for products and display them in an attempt to impress the judges.

The unbelievable variety of ideas included a sunlight refining mechanism for your homes; a fully-customisable modular phone, and a bag that gives you a massage when you’re having a bad day.

GYEM X The first GYEM X took place on Saturday 25th in Safa Park. It was a refreshing day of activities and team building which aimed to encourage young people to interact with each other and the local community. The participants were split into teams and given a series of challenges to complete, working together. Each team was encouraged to pay close attention to their environment and observe how their perceptions and assumptions of the area evolved over the course of the day and throughout the challenges.

Each challenge led to and encouraged discussion and debate over ways to help improve the local area. It was a fantastic way to get young people working together; inspiring them to make change and drawing out their untapped, and extremely creative, ideas and connecting them with each other.

Team building games and ice-breakers had everyone in great spirits, and all in all the day was a great way to spend the weekend doing something to make a difference while being active and sociable. photo by GYEM

The winner, by quite a margin, was The Super Car: an incredibly efficient car with a solar powered cooling system; heat sensor; rechargeable battery and CO2 emissions cut by half. The heat sensor even works when the car is switched off, keeping it at a continually cool temperature without damaging the environment. A brilliant idea for the unbelievably hot summer days over here, and a great way to save the environment and reduce our Carbon footprint.

All the products were assessed based on various factors such as quality of marketing to Arab consumers; the feasibility of the project; the innovation, and the importance of the product among other things. The event was a great success thanks to the hard work and dedication of all involved. The event is set to continue in future years, so keep an eye out – you never know, one of these ideas might end up making it!

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Gaming

Assassin’s Creed III: An In-depth Review (PC, PS3, Wii U, Xbox 360) Being the much awaited conclusion to the Assassin’s Creed sagas, this game sought to conclude the story of Desmond Miles and his ancestors, characters that have captured the hearts and minds of millions of gamers all around the world.

The reason why many people like this game, in addition to its amazing storyline and the intense suspense, is the fact that it weaves historical events, and places the character within the game in a way that stays true to history, and charges the player with making sure not to disrupt history itself.

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Set in a timeline spanning the start of the American Revolution, the game has stunning graphics and historical characters of great importance, even introducing you to George Washington and others! The introduction of ship based combat has made for an interesting take on pirates in that era, and sets up the player for the latest game in the franchise: Black Flag.

A few outrageous plots twits, and the sense of being part of the bigger picture, are what keep you going, but, ultimately, it falls short of expectations and does not live up to all the hype. It has ended up a victim of its own hype, having promised gamers a stunning and thoughtful conclusion to this franchise, which spans six games and has countless fans.

While the gameplay has been the most refined of all the Assassin’s Creed games, which makes it a lot of fun and gives it a lot of replay ability, it ultimately fails to deliver on the story, thus leaving the player unsatisfied and yearning for more.

In conclusion, I recommend fans of the series play the game to gain some measure of closure if not for the new ship combat, the stunning visuals and the refined gameplay.

Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII (PS3, Xbox 360) Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is the last in the Final Fantasy XIII series, finishing the story line and being a part of the ‘Fabula Nova Crystallis’ sub series. It is a direct sequel to Final Fantasy XIII-2. There are only thirteen days to save souls so that they may be taken to a new world, and not everyone can be saved. The time limit can be extended by doing missions and side quests. The game now allows you to customise your characters clothing, and there is a renewed version of the gameplay system with new weapons and battle abilities to aid you in your mission.

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 (PC, PS3, Xbox 360) In Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 you control Gabriel Belmont (aka Dracula), as in the previous game. The game introduces you to the world many years after the previous games, where Dracula must set out to regain his powers, that lie in his castle, so that he may face the return of his enemy, Satan, once again. He he has to do this while the clan of Belmont and his son, Alucard, hunt to destroy him. It has also been said that Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 has a longer story mode as well as the ability to move by natasha aguiar the camera angles.

The Boxtones

Since their formation as a back in 2006 in Scotland, The Boxtones have expanded to become musical consultants for the Middle East, based out of Dubai. Since February 2013 the venture has been hugely successful; they are now expanding their client list, their provision of entertainment, sound and lights, and have consulted and performed at some of this year’s biggest events in the region. Their album is due to be released in March, and is already available for digital download. We caught up with Gary Tierney, Managing Director and band member, to find out more.

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How did you form The Boxtones?

The Boxtones formed quite a few years ago in 2006, if my memory serves me correctly.

Louise, Gill and I started the band in Scotland with a few friends. We did a few shows – mostly corporate ones doing covers - then we moved abroad. We kicked things off in Bahrain, and since then have been to Macau and Hong Kong as well, then finally moved here permanently to start our own company. We travel all over the Middle East performing at corporate events, weddings, gala balls, and product launches, to name a few examples.

Tell us a bit about the music on your new album In the Pockets of Clowns.

In the Pockets of Clowns has been about a year in the making. The Dubai music scene is developing, and has been for quite a few years, with some great acts in the region; the album was recorded in Dubai, and mastered by Milton Kyvernitis who has worked with some of the biggest acts in the region. The album is a collection of nine songs, penned by myself over the years, and reworked by the band. It features both Louise and myself on vocals, so it has a duet style to it over some loud Rock riffs. It’s always hard to describe your music, so I would say go to our Soundcloud page and take a listen to our debut single from the album, ‘After all is Said and Done’, which is available for free download.

What has been your most exciting performance so far?

We won Rolling Stones Street to Stage competition late last year and performed in Hard Rock Café to a packed-out venue. That night was electric, we had no idea we were going to win - it was all very nerve wracking. We also performed on all three nights at Gulf Bike Week and supported 80’s hair band, Europe, at Dubai tennis stadium. It’s hard to say which was best as they were all pretty incredible. Each gig is unique, as is the audience. We are just chuffed that people show up to watch us!

Let us in on a Boxtones secret that no one else knows.

At the Europe show, we performed and then literally ran out of the venue, got in our truck and drove across town to another venue where we had a second show, which started 30 minutes afterwards. I’m not sure who does and doesn’t know that, but that was a stressful night – we didn’t even get a chance to meet the guys from Europe! I guess if you want to know a proper ‘secret’ you will have to sign up to our mailing list on our website where all the proper gossip happens…

What have you got planned for the future, and where do you hope to be in ten years time?

Ten years from now? Successful – whatever that may mean in this day and age. We are constantly developing new ideas in business, and are quickly becoming the one stop shop for your entertainment needs. On our original side, we would like to have released some cracking records; built a great fan base, and done some wicked tours – you can’t really ask for more than that as a musician.

“ ... we performed and then literally ran out of the venue, got in our truck and drove across town to another venue where we had a second show.”

To know more about The Boxtones visit: www.boxtonesband.com

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Album Reviews

Little Mix Salute Little Mix is an amazing quartet with strong voices, and Salute is definitely one of those albums you need on your music shelf.

The album is powerful, with a combination of strengthening lyrics and fierce voices. Jade and Leigh-Anne change from their sensitive sides, and Perrie delights us with her high notes. Jesy, definitely makes us frown at the wonderful lyrics, with her beautifully husky voice, in ‘These Four Walls’ – a fantastically composed song.

The album definitely emphasises empowerment for women, a growing theme with female artists. It is clearly expressed in the title track ‘Salute’ – a call to all ladies to join their army – and ‘Little Me’, a song about a girl who feels low in society. The other high-scoring hit is ‘Move’. For the first time a French song, ‘Une Autre Personne’ (‘Another Person’), has been included, which ends the album.

The album proves to be as strong as the group’s vocals in its support for girls, ladies and women alike. by athira anand

The Boxtones In the Pockets of Clowns At first, the sound of a deceptively soothing duet eases you into what you’d expect to be a soft rock album. A minute into the first track, ‘After All is Said and Done’, and you think you’ve pretty much got their music all figured out.

However, by the time you reach the 2nd track you notice you’ve stopped humming, and started head banging.

Characteristically enigmatic, their music will leave you calm and reminiscing of good memories for one moment- and then dancing your feet off the next.

Based on the well-timed hooks and subtle coos of tracks like ‘Drive Me Mad’ and ‘Identity Crisis’, you wouldn’t be wrong in thinking that they create hard rock. However, you also wouldn’t be wrong in settling with the idea that they’re an alternative music band, after listening to the soulful and dark lyrics of songs like ‘Today’ and ‘Inside Out’.

Whatever you try and label them, The Boxtones will keep you guessing. by romina hashemi

Music

Hitlist

1. Dark Horse

Katy Perry ft. Juicy J

2. Timber

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Pitbull ft. Ke$ha

3. Counting Stars OneRepublic

4. Say Something

Apps

A Great Big World & Christina Aguilera

5. The Monster

Eminem ft. Rihanna

6. Talk Dirty

Paper

InstaFollow

Paper is Facebook’s latest attempt to keep you on their servers for as long as possible; it is, undeniably, the most beautiful attempt to date. The UI of the app focuses on providing information in a beautiful package, while gestures are used to navigate through the interface of cards. Paper is currently free and available on the US App Store only, with Facebook promising a global rollout later in the year. iPhone only.

Have you ever wondered how many people followed/unfollowed you on Instagram? Here is a little app that is beautiful in function and design.

InstaFollow is able to track who has followed and unfollowed your profiles, lets users log onto multiple Instagram accounts and, for extra buck, Facebook and twitter. We genuinely like how easy it is to use InstaFollow; available for iOS, Android and Windows.

Rush

About Time

The Butler

Cast: Daniel Brühl, Chris Hemsworth, Olivia Wilde

Cast: Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams, Bill Nighy

Cast: Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, John Cusack

Based on a true story, Rush follows the lives and careers of two F1 drivers in the 1970s, the Austrian driver Niki Lauda and British James Hunt. The two have polar opposite personalities (James is the typical troublemaker while Lauda follows extreme precision and discipline) and are bitter rivals, something which puts the two in grave danger during the 1976 racing season.

A romantic comedy with the added twist of time travel. When Tim discovers he can travel in time at the age of 21 his first instinct is to use it to help him find love.

However, this is not as easy as it seems ; the girl of his dreams forgets meeting him after Tim makes a big mistake using his new power. The result is many ‘first-time’ meetings between the two as Tim tries to win her heart.

The true story of the White House butler who served eight presidents, the film shows key events including the civil rights movement and Vietnam, documenting how this affects the Butler (Cecil Gaines), and his family. Gaines must juggle going to work at the White House while, at home, his family has struggles of their own with the civil rights movement.

Jason Derulo ft. 2 Chainz

7. Let Her Go Passenger

8. Team Lorde

9. Royals Lorde

10. Pompeii Bastille

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Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour “Cirque du Soleil handles Michael’s legacy with grace and masses of energy”

Having previously experienced Quidam, Alegria and Dralion, touring shows from the world-renowned entertainment and theatrics phenomenon Cirque du Soleil have become an institutional part of my growing-up experience in Dubai. Housed under the roof of the World Trade Centre, the Michael Jackson: THE IMMORTAL World Tour followed the grand, perfectlyrehearsed reputation of Cirque and did anything but disappoint.

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Cameron Walker

Avid fans of the company’s shows will notice that the performance isn’t just filled with acts of contortion and acrobatics, although these feature. The show relies on its unique blend of Michael Jackson’s greatest hits and his peaceful outlook on life to ‘wow’ audiences with a grand tribute to the King of Pop. Immortal opened with ‘The Mime’, clad head-to-toe in glittery silver. As he smashes through one of the stage’s towering digital screens, and the panoramic curtains drop to the floor, you are brought directly into a fantastical world that encompasses MJ himself: Neverland. We are taken on a journey from Jackson’s first involvement in music as a child in the Jackson 5, right up until the period before his passing. This is no second-hand tribute; Cirque du Soleil handle Michael’s legacy with grace and masses of energy.

Immortal is jam-packed with dancing; add to that a brilliant live band featuring some of Jackson’s original members, all of his original song recordings, and you have an evening that soars and gets the audience up on their feet. Cirque du Soleil maintained their interactive factor and had cast members appear during the interval to teach us some dance moves, which left us more eager than ever for the second act. It becomes easy to tell that upholding an authenticity to Jackson and his life is something held close to Cirque’s heart. From the aerial hoop performers wearing electronically lit suits in pitch black, to the couple who performed aerial contortions and flexibility that were literally beyond belief, backed by a perfectly picked ‘I Just Can’t Stop Loving You’, what made the whole performance were the video and voice clips of Jackson himself, preaching of his utmost love for the Earth.

This is a show that is all warmth and full-throated energy; a show that uplifts and upholds the stature of both Cirque and Jackson, and one that makes you reflect. It touches on the many different aspects of human nature that Jackson adored. Although very ‘Las Vegas-esque’ in offering a concert-like experience, and somewhat different from Cirque’s classic and sensitively artistic shows, this difference is refreshing and illustrates Jackson’s famous words: “Change is inevitable and always good in one sense or the other.”

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Sundance Live Mixtape Rewind!

“People were dressed up in their favourite 90’s wear... people went all out”

We were taken back into the 90s the moment we entered the gates of Emirates Golf Club. People were dressed up in their favourite 90’s wear, which included colourful mohawks, wide-leg pants, hoodies tied around waists and baseball caps flipped backwards; people went all out 90’s. The DJ got us all nostalgic playing songs such as ‘Ice Ice Baby’; ‘Barbie Girl’; ‘Backstreet’s Back’; ‘Mmm Bop’, and got the crowd pumped up playing songs like the ‘Macarena’ - the crowd loved it and danced along.

The event had a chilled-out feel to it. There was a wide open area and the green grass of the Emirates Golf Club to relax on, along with colourful cushions and bean bags.

Snap! took to the stage to tremendous applause and got the crowd to move along with the songs so that everyone was clapping and jumping on command. Dr. Alban played some eurodance/hip-hop reggae music singing ‘It’s My Life’, and what’s the 90s without some disco music? Boney M happily obliged, adding a bit of RnB as well singing songs like ‘Daddy Cool’ and ‘Brown Girl in the Ring’. N-Trance played some electronic music along with the popular disco song ’Staying alive’.

The closing, and most looked forward to performance, was by the Vengaboys, and they were welcomed to the stage by a mass of screaming fans. They performed some of their best hits ‘We like to Party’, ‘We’re Going to Ibiza’, ‘Shalala Lala’ and ‘Uncle John from Jamaica’. Needless to say, their performance was the highlight of the evening and the perfect finish! writing by photos by

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Teens Talk Middle East is the ONLY talk show for the youth.

Teens Talk Middle East is an online TV show, in which teens from all around the UAE have the opportunity to discuss, relate to and receive advice about common and popular topics amongst teenagers, without sharing identities. The anonymity of the whole scenario creates a safe yet fun environment for hosts as well as viewers. For the first time in years, the youth have a voice to project their thoughts and ideas on today’s frequent issues in the life of a typical teenager. Whether its family problems at home, or the usual drama with friends and teachers at school, Teens Talk Middle East is the talk show where these problems and dilemmas are not ignored, but acknowledged.

About Maria

‘Teens Talk’ experience Who is it created for?

Maria works in Dubai as a Relationship Coach. She strives to empower family communication across the region. Her most recent accomplishment was her study of the relationship between Academic Achievement and Student/teacher relationships.

Teens talk is the ONLY talk show for the youth. Teens talk is an online TV show, in which teens from all around the UAE have the opportunity to discuss, relate to and receive advice about common and popular topics amongst teenagers, without sharing identities.

The anonymity of the whole scenario creates a safe yet fun environment for hosts as well as viewers. For the first time in years, the youth have a voice to project their thoughts and ideas on today’s frequent issues in the life of a typical teenager. Whether its family problems at home, or the usual drama with friends and teachers at school, Teens Talk is the talk show where these problems and dilemmas are not ignored, but acknowledged.

Maria is a curious coach who is always looking to better understand how relationships impact the world.

She spends her days working with private clients that want to better communicate with their spouse, their children or their family units.

Keep an eye out for Maria in the “Letters to Coach” segment of the magazine.

Send your questions and express interest in our internship programme by emialing to admin@teenstalk-me.com

Teens talk was created to empower and assist teenagers (13-17) and parents alike. It has become apparent that teenagers within the region have become discouraged from sharing their thoughts and ideas, almost as though the youth of the UAE “don’t have a voice”.

Although the majority of teenagers and parents have friends and peers they can turn to, it is sometimes hard to reach out to the ones we love in order to ask for help or advice. This is where Teens Talk becomes a great tool for teenagers and parents of the UAE.

www.teenstalk-me.com

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Evolution of Women Fashion by

MENNA mahmoud

30s The 1930s brought back a more lady-like, genteel appearance. Curves were seen and hair became softer and prettier.

Clothes were feminine, sweet, and tidy during the day with a return to real glamour at night. Dresses clung to the body and were made of very light, elegant fabrics such as crepes and lighter satins.

Sport dressing also became popular in the thirties; South American dances, such as the tango, were very in and lightweight gowns were very suitable for this trend.

They were long, wide-skirted and narrow-waisted.

20s Fashion of previous decades was the polar opposite of what it is now. The economy and society have always played a large role in what we see on the runways and style has been used to rebel, often reflecting more than simply tastes.

The “Roaring 20s� was known as a period of liberty. WWI ended and the uncomfortable corset was gone. Comfort was favoured over constriction and the appearance of a slim teenage girl, rather than curvaceous woman, was favourable: the flapper dress was born. Although high fashion was only available to the wealthy, flapper dresses were so simple that women began making their own high fashion clothes.

Flappers epitomised the spirit of a reckless rebel who danced the nights away, and who were not afraid of openly disagreeing with society. They had bobbed haircuts and began to break gender barriers by participating in traditionally male activities, such as sports.

40s In 1941 the world was at war once again and high fashion had vanished. Wool and other fabrics were restricted; uniforms and other war materials took priority which meant hemlines were on the rise.

Japanese silk was banned in America and more synthetic fabrics were used. Many women’s clothes were made from nylon, although this, too, became scarce when the government started using nylon to make parachutes. Fabric restriction was the main reason for the demise of the one piece bathing suit. Shorts were introduced and women started wearing jumpsuits. In 1947 Christian Dior introduced the New Look, and that started the A-line.

50s

60s

During the “Glamour Decade” wartime restrictions had been largely lifted.

Christian Dior’s New Look was still very popular as it emphasised women’s figures, and femininity was embraced with soft silhouettes: corseted waists followed by full A-line skirts. The trend was to appear polished and put together. The Audrey Hepburn little black dress; pencil skirts; shaped, fitted jackets and the beehive hairstyle were also major trends.

Tons of trends emerged during this notable decade: the mini skirt, invented

by Mary Quant; bare legs instead of tights; lace; psychedelic prints; mismatched patterns of tie-dye and paisley, influenced by the ‘hippie’ movement, and bell bottoms, to name but a few.

80s

90s

More was definitely more in this decade.

Big hair, and big accessories went along with bright colours, and lots of sequins and diamantes. Creating the illusion of wealth and expense was the aim of the game, as society moved away from the hippie movements of previous decades.

However, it was also an extremely diverse and varied period with other trends, including leotards and dancewear, carried through from the disco era. Casual wear also became a trend with tracksuits and slouchy tops. Musically inspired Punk style was also popular.

The denim shirts, neon colours, oversized sweaters, babydoll dresses and exercise wear of the 80s gradually morphed into a more updated version of ‘casual chic’. White slouch socks over tights or leggings and with sneakers was a major trend, paired with dresses or shorts. Pastel colours also became very popular. Accessories included wedged and platform shoes; large hoop earrings; jelly shoes; alice bands and bandanas.

Despite the largely causal trends, designer clothing from labels such as Lacoste, YSL or Gucci were extremely fashionable, continuing the 80s trend of showing social status and wealth. The decade was also one of recycled trends – miniskirts and flared trousers, for example, remained in style.

70s Light, airy fabrics, tie dye and baby doll tops were huge trends. The late 70’s was also heavily influenced by music.

Disco fashion was introduced with high platforms, flashy colours and tight clothes for both men and women.

Better Late Than Never Stylist/Hommam Arbi Photographer/Slava Noor

Natasha Northcote wears Dress/ Candel at S*uce Belt/ JLynch at S*uce

Laila Banki wears Skirt, Top/ River Island

Laila Banki wears Skirt/ Celiab at S*uce Top/ New Look Shoes/ River Island

Natasha Northcote wears Dress/ S*uce Scarf/ H&M Jewelry/ H&M, River Island

Natasha Northcote wears Top, skirt, kimono/ Topshop Shoes/ River Island

Laila Banki wears Jewelry/ H&M Dress/ Topshop Natasha Northcote wears Top, necklace/ H&M Scarf worn as a skirt / S*uce Shoes/ River Island

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All White by

hommam arbi

Nothing says luxe and purity like an all-white outfit. Simple and sleek, the top-to-toe trend is major; how to portray it is up to you. Just keep in mind a few tips when it comes to buying your perfect attire: look for garments with an interesting cut and detailing, and don’t be afraid to play with length and voluminous shapes. You always want to stand out.

Mango, AED 399

Fashion phenomenon and Buro 24/7 founder Miroslava Duma looking smart chic in white suit and Ralph Lauren bag

Topshop, AED 295 Blake Lively red carpet ready in her Chanel couture gown from the fall 2009 collection

Pull & Bear, AED 129 River Island, AED 90 Topshop, AED 220 Miss Selfridge, AED 490

Hanneli Mustaparta: working the day look in Rag and Bone Jumpsuit, White Prada shades and Chanel bag

Mango, AED 269 H&M, AED 299

Mango, AED 359

Jumpsuit It’s a jumpsuit time. Let us tell you three reasons why we love this wonderful piece: they’re comfortable; they can take you from day-to-night just by adding accessories and swapping your flats with heels; they look flattering on everyone and they give that elongated leg look! No wonder jumpsuits are all the rage on the red carpet.

Miley Cyrus

Natuka Karkashadze

Topshop, AED 417

Thakoon AED5,826 at net-a-porter.com

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

River Island, AED 120

H&M, AED 299

Miss Selfridge, AED 330

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Men’s FW’14 Highlights by

hommam arbi

Ermenegildo Zegna

Etro

Richard James

Checkmate

MSGM

Sport Chic

Calvin Klein Collection

Philip Lim

redbananas.ae, AED 129

Paul Smith

Valentino

COS, AED 175

Tribal Statement

Yohji Yamamoto

Salvatore Ferragamo

Dolce & Gabbana

Winter Escape Canali

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Gifts for Him and Her by

hommam arbi

Mango Bracelet, AED 59

Zara, AED 125

Swatch, AED 305

Red Our picks of the perfect gifts for her.

Diane Von Furstenberg iPhone 5/5s, AED 210

New Era, AED 70

Dior Hypnotic Poison, AED 275

Nicholas Kirkwood AED 3,150 at net-a-porter.com

Redder Ideal gifts for him this season.

Paul Smith, AED 257

Happy Socks, AED 50

AX Armani Exchange, AED 553

Odme Paris, AED 3,900 at The cARTel

Calvin Klein euphoria, AED 263

Christian Louboutin, AED 1,570

Dr Harris Grooming Kit, AED 708 at mrporter.com

Tom & Serg Tom and Serg need little introduction. Their Al Quoz cafĂŠ has been causing a stir in many a coffee cup over the past few months, and it is quite clear to see what all the fuss is about. Tom and Serg have been on a mission to contribute something new, sophisticated, fresh and soulful to the cafĂŠ scene in the UAE, and their efforts have paid off tenfold.

Their ethos is simply one of great, fresh, nutritious food; sublime coffee; and superior service (plus, we are in love with its interiors).

We were dying to find out more about the two entrepreneurs, and picked their brains about everything from their menu to the challenges of setting up a business.

What is most unique about Tom&Serg?

We would have to say the location in Al Quoz. We really tried to be as far from the glitzy, glamorous side of Dubai as possible, so the industrial area seemed just too perfect. We wanted to make a statement (almost a rebellion) against the big money, robotic franchises and go back to basics to create something from the heart, full of personable staff with simple, nutritious food and, of course, amazing coffee.

What inspired your menu?

Our moods, feelings and dreams! Literally! A lot of establishments worldwide market their menus as being seasonal. As a massive percentage of the food we eat in Dubai is imported from other countries all over the world, everything is always in season, somewhere. This means that most ingredients are almost always available, so, if everything is at your disposal all the time, then why not just write menus on how you feel or what you dream about. This is our belief.

What were you doing before Tom&Serg, and how has your day-to-day life changed?

Serg and I both used to work for Jones The Grocer.

Tom: I was the executive chef.

Serg: I was one of the operation managers.

We both worked hard to climb the ranks in the hospitality industry, to be in a position to do what we do now. Owning your own business gives you freedom and flexibility, and that was the biggest draw card. That, is life changing.

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“The ability to be a good entrepreneur comes from the ability to have a dream, ask questions of that dream and find solutions for it�

What has been the most challenging part of setting up the café?

The biggest challenge in building any business, let alone a café, is the ability to attract and hire the right people. They are the most important assets we have and we want to give them an opportunity to learn what we have learnt, and have fun while doing it. It took over eight challenging months to find our guys and girls.

What would you say has been the key to your success?

The ability to work as a team and focus on the people. Uniting a group of people and helping them to understand your vision, and buy into it, is a massive challenge. We are trying to nurture careers and grow the people working for us. If that is your focus then the monetary side of the business will look after itself.

Word on the street is your barista makes one of the best cups of coffee in the city. What’s his secret?

Years of hard work and dedication. Jamie, our head barista, has been perfecting his art for well over 15 years.

Was the non-existence of café culture in the UAE something which you think has helped your success or posed a challenge to it?

It’s a bit of a catch 22. The fact that there are no real specialty café’s in the city meant that the demand was there for the people who have experienced and been part of the culture before, and they’ve really embraced us. On the other hand, the newbies to the culture have taken a bit longer to come around. Most coffee houses and franchises, regardless of where they are, serve their coffee piping hot, where as we serve it at 63 degrees Celsius. That takes some getting used to but trust us, its waaaaayyy better.

Do you feel that you are part of a growing change in café culture in the UAE? Yeah, I hope so, that’s what we are trying to achieve. Though it’s hard to define what the culture is. Melbourne, New York, London, and all the major cities, have their own versions of what café culture is. Over the next ten years we will see Dubai carve its own identity that will be unique from the rest of the world. After all, coffee was born in the Middle East, so now it’s coming back with a bang!

What advice would you give to young, aspiring entrepreneurs?

The only reason we are where we are today is because we dared to dream and be different. The ability to be a good entrepreneur comes from the ability to have a dream, ask questions of that dream and find solutions for it. Whether it be scouting out a new restaurant location, or starting a new fashion label, you have to be able to analyse a gap in the market and question what that market needs.

Once that is overcome, the adventure to make a difference begins.

And, oh yeah, the biggest one, don’t be scared of failure.

If you were stuck on a desert island, and you could only have one thing to eat for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Tom: I would take gummy bears.

Serg: I would have a lifetime’s supply of cheese.

To know more about Tom & Serg visit: www.tomandserg.com and follow them on twitter @tomandserg

writing by

anaise young

photos by Eddy adlan

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Gizmos & Gadgets

iPhone 5s What can one say about Apple’s latest offer, iPhone 5s? Words like quality, beauty, convenience and speed come to mind first. This is Apple’s best and most advanced iPhone yet, as it should be with any flagship device. iPhone 5s was released in UAE last November and instead of doing an early-adopter’s review, I thought of approaching the process differently, this year, and reviewing it after some time.

Let me start with the obvious and most noticable changes: well, there aren’t many if you just look at the phone. iPhone 5s follows the pattern we have become used to by now, with the “s” model retaining the overall industrial design and having improved internals. Packing the first ever 64-bit dual core A7 processor, along with the new M7 motion co-processor, the iPhone 5s is truly a next-generation mobile device; Apple has virtually opened up the door to a higher level of game and applications development. In short, the iPhone 5s is in the league of its own when it comes to speedy smartphones.

How does it feel to use an iPhone 5s? Not much different from the iPhone 5, at least for now. Developers currently have their work cut out for them. On the software side, iOS7 was Apple’s biggest change since the first iPhone and it shows. Cupertino giant has yet to fine-tune its mobile OS, as there are occasional crashes and slow animation speeds. Most importantly, Apple has got to fix iPhone’s battery life. Speaking of battery, after numerious tests on multiple devices, I concluded that the issue is purely software-based. iOS 7 is not as battery-efficient as iOS 6 was when iPhone 5 was released.

So do I regret getting the iPhone 5s? Not for a second. I love the new camera and its slow-mo 120 fps video function as well as the new TouchID. Is there room for improvement? Definitely. iPhone 5s is hands-down the best iPhone yet, however, iOS 7 needs to be as great as the hardware it runs on. by

Anton Rodionov

“iPhone 5s is apple’s call from the future. the powerful a7 and the magnificent camera are enough of a reason to get this device”

Moto G If you’ve been looking for a budget smartphone, Moto G is the one for you. It is leaps ahead of the competition when it comes to funtionality and design. As part of Motorola’s comeback, that Google has been carefully staging in the recent months, Moto G takes on the lower end of the market with technology that is almost on par with a higher end range of devices.

How does it feel to use Moto G? Excellent. The phone is fast, responsive and ergonomically pleasant. In fact, Moto G is just slightly wider than the iPhone 5s, while still managing to fit a 4.5” HD screen with 326 ppi, proving that it is possible to have a smaller phone with a screen larger than 4”.

“MOTO g is affordable, fast, easy to use and just beautiful. This is the best budget device on the market” by

Raul gomez

But what are the sacrifices? Moto G is limited on storage offering only 8 and 16GB, no SD card and no LTE. For some, this might not make the cut, although for many, this won’t make much difference, especially when considering its price; Moto G costs AED 899 for 8GB and AED 999 for 16GB versions. Another setback is the camera, which gives dissapointing results. Overall, this is by far the best built, designed and polished phone for its price. Well done, Motorola!

Acer Iconia A1 Although the Acer Iconia A1-810 is no Galaxy Tab in terms of its features, for its price it is certainly efficient. It is user friendly and easy to understand, allowing you to unlock the screen with a mere 5-finger gesture, courtesy of Touch Wakeapp (this also enables you to directly open any app with a two-thumb gesture).

If you are loyal to the Acer brand, and you have an Acer laptop, you are rewarded with the ability to directly share and transfer files, photos and videos. However, the tablet is let down by the fact that the camera has neither flash nor smooth movement when recording videos. Besides this, the only criticism I have is that the screen, on its lowest setting, is too bright.

I think it’s safe to say that what sets the Acer Iconia A1-810 apart from most tablets, and the most remarkable thing about it, is its HDMI port which permits you to connect your tab to your T.V or laptop.

by

Clyde Aguiar

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In Cinema by

Jas Singh

Pompeii Starring: Kit Harington, Carrie-Anne Moss, Emily Browning Set in 79AD, Pompeii is a film that promises adventure, action and romance. Milo must fight to save his true love, Cassia, while Mt. Vesuvius erupts and devastates the city of Pompeii. Milo is a slave turned gladiator, while Cassia is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is betrothed to a corrupt Roman senator.

Before Midnight Starring: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy, Seamus DaveyFitzpatrick Sequel to the films Before Sunrise (1995) and Before Sunset (2004), Before Midnight follows the lives of Jesse and Celine nine years after where their story last left off. The two have their relationships - with each other and their children tested while on a holiday in Greece. The film has been received extremely well by critics and has already won many awards.

The Monuments Men

The Grand Budapest Hotel

Starring: George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon

Starring: Ralph Fiennes, F. Murray Abraham, Edward Norton

The Monuments Men retells the true story of the seven art historians and curators who rescued artwork trapped in Nazi Germany, which would have been inevitably destroyed. With limited military experience, these individuals risked their lives to save a thousand years of culture. Directed by George Clooney, the film also stars Clooney himself, Matt Damon and Cate Blanchett.

Director Wes Anderson’s new dramedy, The Grand Budapest Hotel, is set in 1920s Europe. It tells the story of Gustave H., a famous hotel concierge, who finds himself framed for murder, and in possession of a famous Renaissance painting. He finds a friend in the lobby boy, Zero Moustafa, who hides him from the authorities.

RoboCop Starring: Joel Kinnaman, Douglas Urbanski, Abbie Cornish Set in the year 2028 in Detroit, this now not-sodistantly-futuristic sci-fi action film is a remake of 1987 film of the same name. Robocop does what it says on the tin; a critically injured good-guy Cop is made half man, half robot by multinational corporation OmniCorp, who seize their chance to bring their controversial technology to the home front.

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Gravity From the jovial antics of co-star George Clooney, to the heartwrenching suspense surrounding the fate of heroine Sandra Bullock, Gravity is the most compelling film of the year. Bullock plays Stone, a rookie astronaut who has been assigned to repair panels on the Discovery satellite. She is paired with Clooney, who plays Kowalski, a veteran whose mannerisms precede him and make his relatively short role one full of one-liners and comic relief.

Right from the opening scene, these three-dimensional characters do justice to the setting of outer-space; Alfonso Cuaron crafts a masterpiece where many have previously failed, and his, no doubt, meticulous directing is what engineers the resounding tension which challenge the lives of the crew.

The close-camera shots and point-of-view work make for some true empathy within the viewer, which is arguably only equalled by that of 12 Years a Slave – another Academy Award nominee.

Worth noting, also, is the knock-back to Gravity predecessor Apollo 13, as Ed Harris emulates his role as voice control.

Without saturating the phrase “Houston, we have a problem”, Cuaron avoids cliché and creates a truly thrilling and almost unenjoyable – for all the right reasons – experience for viewers worldwide.

by

jacob Jowitt

Icing the proverbial cake is the 3D, which does not represent the money-making gimmick as it has regularly in recent years – Thor (2011), for example – and instead transports the viewer from their finicky cinema chair to the endless, dark realms of outer space, emphasising the pure violence of complete emptiness.

See Gravity as soon as you can, if you haven’t already.

Frozen Disney does it once again this winter, transporting us to a world of magic with a beautifully animated, smartly written and completely enchanting new film: Frozen. It is one of the few recent animated films to capture the classic Disney spirit.

The story revolves around two sisters, Elsa and Anna. Elsa was born with magical powers, powers which are beautiful and extraordinary, but also dangerous if they are not contained. The story is set in a land called Arendelle and the ensuing story is exciting, energetic and filled with sing along songs.

Anna, the fearless optimist, pairs with Kristoff, a friendly acquaintance, and together they set off to save Arendelle from her sister’s magical ice spell. The film leaves you speechless and emotional. The strong bond of the sisters that is portrayed gives a twist to the story, differing it from the common storylines often depicted by Disney. ‘Girl Power’ is the strong message throughout the whole film, and has helped it achieve Box Office hits, and many millions of dollars.

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NAki Mustafa

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Books The Help Author: Kathryn Stockett

Although the film has already enchanted countless individuals, I guarantee the book will amaze you a thousand times more.

The Help portrays far more than the usual chick-flick would; we see the truth and depths behind the treatment of non-white people during a time of racism and oppression. Whilst the film includes almost every aspect of the book, what isn’t mentioned are the small details that are crucial, and were perhaps too controversial to include? It makes you realise how one was judged on the colour of their skin, and at times treated worse than an animal.

Stockett highlights the simple fact that freedom of voice from the black community was regarded as unnecessary and unethical, whilst the white community continued to unquestionably exploit and abuse their ‘help’. Stockett masterfully interweaves contextual connotations, with regard to women and their position in society. Don’t be shocked if at times you find yourself ecstatic for Minnie and her fearless sass.

This book will keep you hooked and take you on an emotional rollercoaster. Rather than just causing you to empathise with the ‘help’, Stockett also manages you to make you feel helpless, and almost responsible for the doings of past societies.

Even if you have already seen the film, this books is definitely worth reading – you’re in for some shocking realities. by

Zahra Bawary

Code Name Verity Author: Elizabeth Wein As you read this book, you cannot help but be transported into the story. The images are so vivid that it is easy to picture yourself in the interrogation room with Queenie (code name: Verity), or flying a plane alongside Maddie (code name: Kittyhawk).

Although the narrative switches between past and present, the book is absorbing and easy to follow. The story shifts from the present day to stories from the past which detail how Maddie and Queenie came to be such close friends. What the reader doesn’t come to realise until the end of the book, is how much the two stories come together and eventually overlap. As this progresses the book becomes harder and harder to put down.

We first encounter Queenie deeply tucked in the Gestapo headquarters, slowly spilling the story of Maddie, a British pilot, after she is captured in German occupied France. The Germans force her to give up secrets of the British war effort, and through this she writes the story of her friendship with Maddie. Queenie knows that she’s only biding her time because when the stories and the secrets run out her life will as well. As the stories and secrets change so does the paper. First on creamy hotel stationery, then in increasingly frantic scribbles on prescription forms bearing the name of a doctor, or on sheet music once owned by a flautist and on recipe cards cadged from the cook.

Aristocratic Queenie is smooth and confident, and Maddie is fierce and loyal as well as a skilled pilot and genius mechanic. These strong characters are very easy to respect and the complicated storyline sucks you in until you feel as if you are part of the tale. by

Megan Lacey

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Healer Twins

The Healer Twins have grown over the years from just two to five. Thea and Liana are originally from Colchis, Georgia, and moved to Dubai after graduating from Medical School. Gradually their group has grown from two to five, and now includes a diverse set of members who play the trumpet, tabla and guitar, and provide backing vocals. They spoke to us about why they are called the Healer Twins, and what makes them unique.

Why are you called the Healer Twins and what makes your group special?

Thea: We called the band Healer Twins way before we actually formed the band (two years back). At first we were an acoustic band, with only guitar and our two vocals. We decided on Healer Twins because our profession is healing, we are medical doctors in training right now. We’ve been singing since age nine, even during medical school, and now we are even more serious about it. We hope that our unique music will heal people’s souls; we believe that music itself has a great power to do that!

Mulkraj: What makes it special is that we have lots of different instruments from different cultures and we make music which sounds very unique.

David: The name of the band really fits what these twins are trying to achieve, and their music.

Everyone in the band plays an instrument, can sing and can write original songs. How do you all find time to practice together, as well, between working and studying?

Thea: We are very considerate and understanding when it comes to missing the rehearsals due to other commitments. We definitely find time to meet at least once a week. For each of us multitasking is a challenge and we love to live this way. It makes our lives more colourful and interesting.

Liana: I hardly find time, to be honest, since I have exams coming up soon, but I can always find time to make music since I love it.

What are the biggest challenges that the band have gone through together?

Thea: Finding stable band members, but now everything is more or less settled we feel more like a family.

How did Healer Twins come to life and what advice can you give to readers looking to get into music and song writing?

Thea: The idea came to us (Liana and me) when we were 18. I used to write songs when I was a teenager and recording them on my phone so I wouldn’t forget the melodies or interesting lyrics. Then I realised I had to put these written songs out there. Everyone has talents… don’t ignore it, concentrate on it and make it happen!

Liana: The advice I’d give them would be to go out there and show it to people, because hiding talent is a sin in my opinion!

Umair: Do what you like, not what others like Ashutosh: If you want to be a guitarist, don’t give up. Be your own tutor or hire one. Don’t be lazy and nothing will be impossible.

David: Just do it!

“What makes it special is that we have lots of different instruments from different cultures and we make music which sounds very unique”

To get more info on Healer Twins go on: https://www.facebook.com/healertwins

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angeli castillo

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Conel Van Zyl

Aliza Azhar

Huda Amir

Zoya Tariq

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Cross Fit

“At a CrossFit gym, your coach is your personal trainer, so that makes a big difference” writing by raul gomez photos by eddy adlan

I am not the fittest person on earth, nor am I the one who tries every fitness trend as soon as it hits social media, but, lately, there has been something strange happening on each of my social media feeds: the word CrossFit started popping up, and, before I knew it, all of my friends were buzzing about it. After doing some brief research, I thought the only way to find out more was to experience it, so I gathered a group of fitness enthusiasts and headed out to the first Box (that’s what the gyms that practice CrossFit are called) I could find, The Burn Room, which offers functional innovative training.

So what is CrossFit? First, it is a fitness brand that was founded in 2000 by Greg Glassman who developed a strength and conditioning programme that focuses on improving muscular strength, cardio endurance and flexibility. It involves a mix of Olympic weight lifting, aerobics and gymnastics, and is mainly practiced by police academies; martial art athletes; military operation teams and professional athletes, worldwide.

The workout is one hour long and consists of three parts: mobility, strength/skill, a WOD (workout of the day) and stretching. WOD is the most intense part of the workout - is usually timed and scores are then recorded for participants’ personal goals and development. One thing that particularly stood out was the fact that the workouts are changed every day and are not repeated in the future; instead, coaches mix and match techniques to get the best out of the athletes and students.

When asked why one should join a CrossFit programme, Brendin Ventor, a coach at The Burn Room, said, “We are living in a relatively lazy generation. Kids age ten and below are properly active, but once they hit high school they sit at desks and play video games on the couch. They don’t play sports, then they try weight training and get injured. We are born active, but then it fades away because of bad habits. CrossFit gets people to move correctly, so it helps prevent a lot of injuries, and that’s why people should do it.”

So how is a Box different from a regular gym? Coach Kim Beso explained: “There is a system at our Box: beginners are placed in On-Ramp classes to teach them the movements. After that, they move to a CrossFit class. This is good because at a normal gym they don’t teach you these things. You are given your body assessment and they let you go and workout without any supervision, unless you take personal training classes. At a CrossFit gym, your coach is your personal trainer, so that makes a big difference.”

In the end, our trial class included learning how to do squats and handstands, and our WOD was all about box jumps, sit-ups and burpees. Read on to get some insight into how our group felt about the class.

Rhianna Foote I thought it was very beneficial to learn the proper techniques for how to squat and handstand, in order to help us when exercising at home. It was definitely challenging and hard work, but it was motivational and really pushed us. I have never done a CrossFit session before, so to finally try one for the first time makes me want to try it again.

Danyal Niazi The teachers were incredibly encouraging and friendly. A sign read “Check your ego at the door�, and the environment really embodies this. I got to work out in a fun and inspiring environment and would definitely continue classes.

Sucheta Kinger Cross fit is really unique because you don’t have to compete with others at their fitness levels or be intimidated by them, but rather you get to go beyond your own limits and test yourself.

Noor Jafar I really enjoyed this experience. I thought it was quite intense but also let you challenge yourself at your own pace and level. I would definitely start CrossFit classes based on today.

Cameron Walker It was pretty intense, and I can imagine it being even more so in a full-on class, but I’ve definitely discovered something new that I’d like to try more of at The Burn Room. It’s really refreshing to work out in that kind of environment, and the instructors were great.

Mia Zickerman-White CrossFit was a really nice change to the general repetitive work out at the gym, or on a run. It was good in the way that it motivated you to exercise at the intensity that you feel most comfortable with. Definitely something to consider and try.

Sanjana Daswani CrossFit was really interesting. It’s hard to find a work-our programme that engages all the muscles in your body whilst helping you lose weight.

What was best about it was that you could push yourself as hard as you wanted to, and I felt like I really enjoyed it. I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their fitness.

Special thanks to coaches Kim Beso and Brendin Ventor For more information follow The Burn Room on twitter @theburnroom or like them on Facebook @the-burn-room

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Golf Desert Classic by

Megan Lacey

In this, the twenty-fifth year of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, many of the most talented and world-renowned golfers came together to mark the occasion with an explosive golf tournament and special events; past champions were present and played together in the Champions Classic. The event officially started on the 27th of January with a practice day, and ended with an iconic victory by last year’s champion, Stephen Gallacher, on the 2nd of February.

The Omega Dubai Desert Classic was first played in 1989 when the European Tour extended to Asia for the first time. The course was designed by Californian designer Karl Litten and built in what was, at the time, the desert - not surrounded by the glistening high-rise buildings that encircle it at present. This was when the stunning par 72 Majlis course was born. The Bedouin inspired clubhouse is an internationally recognised landmark for all golf players and fans, symbolising the growth of Dubai and recognising its past.

Tuesday’s Champions Challenge brought all of the past victors together to play a special and memorable round of golf. All except the late Seve Ballesteros, who passed away in 2011, were present. His son, Javier, played in his father’s memory alongside Seve’s past friend and opponent José María Olazábal, and also Miguel Ángel Jiménez. The three Spaniards played a riveting yet emotional round of golf; Javier played extremely well, following in his father’s footsteps. Javier even managed to get a warmer welcome that Rory McIllroy and Tiger Woods as he stepped up to the first tee. Both the players and fans remembered the late and great Seve Ballesteros, and Javier filled his place honorably with a round of 74.

Overall, Rafael Cabrera-Bello and Henrik Stenson both ended with six-under in a tie for first place.

From Thursday to Sunday the pros battled for the best position in the Omega Desert Classic. It seemed that the competition was between Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka, as both started with flawless rounds of golf and very good scores.

This soon changed, however, as Gallacher crept up the scoreboard. Before going into the final day of play, Gallacher said: “You know…you just try and stay patient.

You never know in this game. You could birdie the first five or you could birdie the last five. That’s the beauty of it.”

McIlroy’s excellent driving and putting skills were let down by a bad last day.

The last round had a huge impact on the finishing places of all of the players: Gallacher finished first with an admirable -16 followed by Emiliano Grillo with -15; Koepka and Romain Wattel both with -14. McIlroy finished 9th with -12. Overall, the skill and standard of playing was excellent and the entertainment was amazing.

Although a favourite among the spectators, Woods seemed to be lacking in skill this year. His driving was unusually poor and he slid down the leader board, finishing at a disappointing 41st place with -6. He commented: “I just made a quick, easy fix with my grip the other day and from then on drove it great…

Unfortunately [I] turned it around too late.”

Although Ernie Els has had the most wins in the tournament so far (winning in 1994, 2002 and 2005), after this year’s win, Gallacher has become the first to win the tournament two years in a row. The thirty-nine year old Scottish player managed to beat McIlroy (who was the youngest champion to win the tournament in 2009, aged 19), Woods, Koepka and other favourites to the top spot.

After a shaky first round, Gallacher was able to gradually move his way up the leader board, managing to gain the lead on Saturday afternoon. He seemingly was not able to match his past record, finishing last year with a score of -22, but was able to retain his title of champion by a stroke.

“It seemed that the competition was between Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka, as both started with flawless rounds of golf and very good scores ”

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Expat Life

Most of the people here in the UAE, and most of the people reading this magazine, will know exactly how it feels to move country; to be somewhere completely new and, depending on who you are, find it either amazingly exciting or distressingly daunting. When you are young it is easier to adapt (so I am told) but as you get older it can be difficult to face change and venture into the unknown. Moving on from what you previously had to something completely out of your comfort zone is distressing, but everybody here, in this vibrant and energetic country, seems to muddle through with great confidence and exuberance. How do we do it?

When faced with a challenge what makes us the ones that can overcome fear and sadness and have fun at the same time?

It is the feeling of cooperation and companionship within the expatriate community and the help we get from others that are in the same position. The amazing weather, fashion and music events help too! That’s why I love Dubai.

There are so many nationalities, religions, occupations and personalities crammed into one city which makes it electrifying, energetic and more distinctive than anywhere else in the world. Its drive to be spectacular and to entertain its inhabitants is overwhelming and makes everyone feel welcomed and a part of its culture, its history, and its future.

Whatever the reason somebody moves to the UAE, be it employment, education or a long vacation, they always end up either loving the country or making unforgettable memories that will inspire them for years to come. There is always someone to talk to, someone who understands and wants to help, or at least something to entertain, intrigue and excite you. Living in Dubai is like living in the whole world in one city. We are lucky to say that we do.

by

Megan Lacey

“There are so many nationalities, religions, occupations and personalities crammed into one city which makes it electrifying, energetic and more distinctive than anywhere else in the world�

Imperfections

Imperfections are beautiful. They’re beautiful for many reasons. Mostly because they’re something we all share. Every one of us is aware of what an imperfection is. We all choose to hate most of our own, personal, imperfections when we look in the mirror, or when we wish for another chance to be perfect at certain things and in certain areas, which will most likely stay the same forever.

When you were young, you seemed to take more interest in other aspects of your life: which activity you would take part in after school; what time your parents had planned for your friend to come over and play, or when you would finally be allowed to swim in the deep end of the pool. But, eventually, growing up was unavoidable; school began to get difficult; people around you grew older and, suddenly, that simpler life you lived began to become a fantasy. Soon after, you began to realise what an imperfection truly is, and they became unavoidable.

Nevertheless, you have to find a way to live with them and, although it can be tough to live with something you find aggravating every single day of your life, if you learn to accept it, or love it rather than hate it, you will become stronger for it. People ignore the fact that we all have flaws. We all have an imperfection of some sort. You name it, we’ve witnessed it. Pimples, cold sores, acne, asthma, blackheads or greasy hair - the list is endless. You can either accept yourself and live as a happy person, however you look, or you live a lonely and angry life because you are unable to accept not being the perfect cut-out person that, for some reason, everyone wishes they could be. Like I said before, we all have imperfections, so why be the pessimist? Why let it get you down? Why let it prevent you from being happy?

Each of our imperfections make us different to those around us. Imperfections are beautiful, so learn to embrace them and remember that they are the reason you are loved; they make you who you are.

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Ximena Lamadrid

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Seven Foods for Building Muscle “muscles are made in the kitchen, not in the gym�

They say that muscles are made in the kitchen, not in the gym. No matter how rigorous a weight lifting routine may be, without proper nutrition it is an exercise in futility. Unfortunately, some lifters believe that the best way to build muscle is to severely overload the body with a smorgasbord of unhealthy foods. This approach may work in terms of gaining muscle mass, but it simultaneously causes a spike in bodyfat levels, and such a diet may fail to deliver the wide profile of vitamins and minerals required by the body. The good news is that there are plenty of dietary choices that are both healthy and great for building lean muscle.

Eggs

Wild caught Salmon

It’s no secret that eggs are a musclebuilding superfood. The protein in eggs is believed to have a very high bioavailability factor, meaning that it is easily absorbed and utilised by the body.

Some people throw away the yolk to avoid the fat content, but they miss out on a big nutritional payload by doing this.

Even though it contains a little fat and cholesterol, it also contains protein, iron, calcium, zinc, phosphorus, folate, and vitamins A, B6, B12, D, and E.

Everyone knows that fish is great for losing fat and building muscle, but wild caught salmon is preferable for its lower fat content and leaner flesh. Farm raised salmon live in cramped bins and never move around much leading to high levels of fat building up in their bodies. Wild caught salmon has roughly half the fat content of farm raised salmon, making it a superb choice for those on high-protein diets.

Nuts

Exotic meats

Beans

Peanuts, pistachios, walnuts, and almonds all contain noteworthy amounts of protein as well as a wide assortment of other nutrients. Mixed nuts may be the best option, as they offer all the nutritional benefits of each type of nut. Avoid the salted variety as they contain an excessive amount of sodium. Some crushed or slivered nuts can make a great topping for a green salad or a bowl of yoghurt.

“Wild� meats have grown in popularity in recent years. To meet this demand, many ranchers have taken to raising bison, ostrich, camel, and other exotic livestock.

The main benefit of eating exotic meats is the low fat content. They also tend to be richer in nutrients. Bison, for example, contains more vitamin B6 and niacin than beef. Exotic meats may not be available in some areas, but if you do have a source for them, within reasonable distance, they could be a healthy replacement for fattier cuts of meat from the supermarket.

In addition to having a very favourable ratio of protein to calories, beans are rich in fiber. They deliver a nutritional bounty of various vitamins and minerals, namely folate and manganese. A simple stew of mixed beans, vegetables, broth, and a few spices is an easy way to incorporate beans into your diet. Canned beans can serve as a quick and healthy side dish. Just warm them up, add some seasoning, and serve.

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Cottage cheese

Steel cut oats

It is no surprise that the main benefit of cottage cheese is protein content. At 25g of protein per 250ml (or one cup), cottage cheese is a must for anyone on a muscle building diet. It contains significant amounts of selenium, calcium, and vitamin A, however, it usually contains quite a bit of sodium. It is important to make sure that you are not exceeding the recommended limit, or, alternatively, purchase the low-sodium variety. Spread on whole-wheat toast for a healthy snack.

Contrary to what you may hear from numerous low-carb diet advocates, carbohydrates are not always detrimental to physical fitness. The whole grain carbohydrates in steel cut oats digest very slowly, providing long-lasting energy throughout the day. They also contain 7g of protein per cup of cooked oats as well as loads of fiber, iron, and calcium. Steel cut oats are very easy to mix in with high protein foods with the oatmeal, such as whey protein powder and peanut butter.

Remember that eating loads of junk food is a short-sighted way to build a healthy body, even if it does result in muscle gain. A nutritional regimen based purely on protein intake can raise body fat levels while leaving your body deficient in various vitamins and minerals.

Incorporate these foods into a healthy, balanced diet and you will achieve the strong, healthy physique that you’ve been striving for.

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Around 90% of all living things live in the Ocean.

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Astrology

February 2014

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Aquarius 20 January - 18 February You are a very creative person; inventive, broad-minded and honest, your nature makes you popular with your friends. People love your kind and friendly personality, so you have many acquaintances but you are fiercely loyal to those closest to you. You can be unpredictable and inconsistent, at times, and prone to change your mind easily, so that you often come across as detached, and even uncaring, although when someone tries to change your mind they can have a hard time! Those who know you best, though, know that at heart you are kind and positive.

ARIES

TAURUS

GEMINI

CANCER

This month will be a period of transitioning, and group activities, friendships and long-range goals should be your focus. You may need to re-think some of these goals and friendships, so be flexible both professionally and personally – be on the lookout for unexpected opportunities.

Professionally, February is a busy month for you!

Business travel or speaking engagements are on the agenda, and you are in the ideal state of mind to take on some additional training.

Keep your focus this month, especially when it comes to dealing with authority, it will help you think clearly about the path ahead.

This month prioritise travel and education. Make plans to go abroad, sign up for some classes or even return to school: now is the time to implement those ideas you have been mulling over for a while. Whatever you decide to go ahead with, ensure you don’t go against your strong convictions and values, otherwise your success could be at the cost of an important relationship.

This is an important month for you. Look to the past as a way of figuring out present difficulties. Revisit previous financial dealings and responsibilities to iron out any misunderstandings and set yourself in a clear stead for the future. Thinking over old emotional patterns can also give you a new perspective and give you a deeper understanding of yourself.

LEO

VIRGO

LIBRA

SCORPIO

The New Moon in Aquarius puts a spotlight on personal relationships, contracts and business partnerships for the month.

You may be experiencing miscommunications or misunderstandings in your relationships, but it could also be a period when you find negotiating easier than expected.

Your health is of great importance this month, and you will be more inclined to revolutionise your lifestyle and begin healthier habits. It can also mean a call to take care of others who are in need. Be careful to balance assumptions with reality to avoid any surprises when things don’t turn out as planned.

February couldn’t be a better time for revising creative ideas, but new projects may be more difficult to get off the ground. This month is less of a good time for implementing the new, and a much better time to focus on what has already begun – even if this means going back to a previous project which was never completed.

The first few weeks of February are going to be important for nurturing family relationships. You could experience disagreements and misunderstandings, but it is also a favourable time for reconciliation. This is also a good time for nesting and home building – update your personal space and take care of any repairs to feel uplifted and refreshed.

SAGITTARIUS

CAPRICORN

AQUARIUS

PISCES

Look out for potential communication problems, particularly with siblings or others who you live in close proximity to. Mercury will retrograde in Pices, making this month a good time to rewrite, revise and edit important documents and projects and bodes favourably for job interviews or auditions.

Think carefully about big purchases this month. Make sure you won’t regret anything later on. Also watch out for others being indecisive, and, if necessary, take the lead in group situations, and take action to seal any deals and finalise important issues.

New beginnings are in the stars for you. Your leadership abilities will shine through, this month, and as you project self-confidence and charisma others will be trusting, rely on you and be encouraged to do the same – although this will require some patience from you, also. This new found confidence can give you the motivation to clearly evaluate all the options available to you and to implement daring and original ideas.

You may feel a little stuck or lost this month, but can find remedy in retreating from all your obligations slightly, and taking some ‘you-time’ to focus your thoughts. This is also a good time to volunteer and help those in need as it can, in turn, make you feel more grounded and calm.

February could also be ideal for research, and you should refrain from putting it off any longer.

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Mostly A Oreo Ice Cream:

What Kind of Cake Are You? by

Zahra Bawary

You are exceptionally adventurous and outgoing. One of your passions is a love for cuisine, therefore you have a colourful pallet of different, international foods. You are spontaneous and never opt for anything common or usual.

Mostly B Rainbow Cake:

Although you are daring and outgoing, you choose safe and definite options to avoid any chance of a mishap, which actually tends to be inevitable when you’re around. Your choices are sensible (although not always successfully) and creative; a great combination to have!

Mostly C Plain, but fabulous, Cheesecake:

You’re super sophisticated, your mind is always on an adrenaline rush and you’re always on a mission to beat your high score. You can easily master every mechanical skill there is to learn and thrive off finding ways to get the better of computer systems. You have a reputation for being a technical genius with those who look up to you.

Tick the answers in the quiz: 1: Choose a favourite food:

a. Sushi. b. Smoked salmon. c. Home-made penne Arrabiata.

2: Now choose your preferred morning juice:

a. Pomegranate, banana and strawberry. b. Watermelon. c. Orange.

3: You’re daydreaming about your perfect holiday. Would it be:

a. Lots of trekking and sightseeing. b. Shopping and boat rides. c. Watching operas and plays and hanging out by the beach.

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Your life would just absolutely be completely over if: a. You lost all of your travel souvenirs. b. You lost all your phone contacts. c. A huge mess in your kitchen after someone dropped their food.

5: Your favourite music artist is:

a. Lady Gaga. b. Katy Perry. c. The Beatles.

6: You’re daydreaming again. About your ideal car.

Which would be: a. The Batmobile. b. A Bentley. c. A Land Cruiser.

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5 A shocking surprise.

8 Confusion resulting from failure to understand.

9 Dumbstruck reaction.

10 Influenced as by charms or incantations.

1 The feeling that accompanies something surprising.

2 Struck down by astonishments.

4 Unexpected or anticipated.

6 Strike with horror or terror.

7 A state of awe, admiration and respect.

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