The Eclectic Issue

Your Ideas in Print

Sketch it!

Long Vo’s guide to anime and comic book sketching Dream Inspired Art

Koskay Yamamoto fuses the best of East and West

The Colour Wheel

See how cars have changed from 20’s

Sofia’s Closet

Moroccon style dances with western fashion

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Editor's Letter BHARGAVI NAGRECHA Acting Editor (editor@one8one.net)

Can you believe it that we are already heading straight into March 2015? Wow, time sure doesn’t wait for anyone or anything. This March, we are proud to present to you American videogame, comic book and anime sketch artist Long Vo. Just to get you even more excited about him, do know that he is the lead artist for Super Street Fighter and that he is coming to Dubai for the Middle East Film and Comic Con, taking place from April 9 to 11.

Another cool person that we have this month would definitely have to be Japanese illustrator Yoskay Yamamoto, who is a self-taught artist. Yoskay’s work is simply surreal — he loves to blend iconic pop characters from the West with traditional and mythical Japanese influences, creating a harmonious art piece that is quite soothing to look at.

For all the car lovers, we now have a dedicated section devoted to the love for cars! This month, we have an article about the colour evolution of cars since the birth of Henry Ford’s Model T, which opened the door for mass-production vehicles, style and class.

On a fun and exciting note, do check out our trendy spring colour inspiration for this season’s best and brightest. It will definitely help you to stay connected with the latest colours, fabrics and must-haves.

Until next month, Ciao.

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March

SIKKA Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood (formerly known as the Bastakiya), Bur Dubai (March)

Sharjah Biennial 12: The Past, The Present, The Possible Al Shuwaiheen Arts Area, Sharjah (Opening March 5-7)

Drake Live in Dubai Dubai Sports City

Michael Buble Live in Dubai Dubai Sports City, (March 12-13)

Art Dubai Madinat Jumeirah (March 18-21)

Global Art Forum 9 Madinat Jumeirah (March)

Trevor Noah — Lost in Translation DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates

Tommy Tiernan Returns to Dubai Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium

Emirates T20 Cricket Tournament The Sevens Stadium, Dubai

Bride Dubai Dubai World Trade Centre (March 25-28)

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Ed Sheeran Live in Dubai Dubai Media City Amphitheatre

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Dubai International Boat Show Dubai International Marine Club (March 3-7)

Othello — The Remix DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates

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Hitlist

by Shivani nagrecha

Music

Apps

1. Uptown Funk (feat. Bruno Mars) Mark Ronson

2. Love Me Like You Do Ellie Goulding

3. Thinking Out Loud Ed Sheeran

4. FourFiveSeconds Rihanna, Kanye West and Paul McCartney

5. I Want You to Know Zedd

6. Glory Common and John

7. Earned It The Weekend

8. You Are In Love Taylor Swift

9. Style

Google Inbox (Android, iOS)

Any.Do (Android, iOS)

If you’re a Gmail user and Google advocate, Google’s Inbox app is a must download. Your email inbox should help you live and be more productive, but instead, it often buries the important stuff and creates more stress than it relieves. The new app rethinks the inbox entirely, encouraging you to eliminate clutter, making it easier to stay organised, and get more done.

Smartphones should be helping you get things done, but sometimes they’re a distraction. Any.do is a calendar app dedicated to helping you stay on track, along with your co-workers, friends, and loved ones, with collaborative task lists.

The purpose is to save you time when organising family tasks, work projects and personal errands. It also helps you to collaborate with others, which in turn makes you more productive.

Taylor Swift

10. Time of Our Lives Pitbull & Ne-Yo

11. Take Me to Church Hozier

12. GDR

Flo Rida

13. Somebody Natalie La Rose

14. Take Your Time Sam Hunt

15. First Kiss Kid Rock

16. Blank Space Taylor Swift

17. Piece By Piece Kelly Clarkson

18. I Bet My Life Imagine Dragons

19. Centuries Fall Out Boy

20. Wonderland Taylor Swift

Photo Editor by Aviary First Aid (Android, iOS) (Android, iOS) If you need to spruce up an image while you’re on the go, Aviary’s Photo Editor app is a great option. Packed with filters, sliders, tweaks, and fun stamps and stickers, it’s a great way to make your photos look even better. If you are looking for a quick and easy way to edit with no fuss, this has some of the best features, including colour temperature, colour splash, drawing and adding text with pictures, creating your own memes, and so much more.

The American Red Cross has put together a series of step-by-step guides with photos and videos to prepare you for various emergency situations.

The app also gives you access to preloaded content that allows you to have instant access to safety information at any time without the need for internet connection. The app helps you learn how to deal with any emergency situation, from heart attacks to severe weather conditions.

Instagram

Blogs

YouTube

@humzadeas Humza Deas is a 17-year-old certified daredevil, who explores the forbidden, dangerous heights of Manhattan without abandon, snapping photos along the way. Deas has nearly 108,000 followers on Instagram, all of them tuning in to what he does in his spare time. He climbs bridges, balances off buildings, and slides in and out of off-limit locations, all with his trusty camera in hand.

The Creative Market (creativemarket.com) The Creative Market is a platform for handcrafted, computer-made design content from independent creatives around the world. The users are passionate about making beautiful design simple and accessible to everyone, and they also share stories about various different artists and their individual journies. Within the website, you can purchase and/or search for design assets like fonts, icons, graphics, templates, website themes and so much more. This is a great blog to develop your skills and to purchase beautiful templates that enhance the quality of your work.

UberHaxorNova James Wilson Jr., is a 24-year-old popular video game commentator who uploads videos that mainly show him playing Grand Theft Auto V, Minecraft, and The Sims 4. He is known and loved by his fans for his unfortunate gags and his wild emotions. James also produces funny, irreverent animated videos, which add to his overall appeal and popularity.

@andrewknapp Ontario-based graphic designer Andrew Knapp noticed that his sixyear-old border collie, Momo, would always hide when fetching sticks, instead of dutifully returning them.

After photographing a few of the shots, Knapp hatched an idea for a series of urban and rural landscapes with the dog hiding somewhere in the frame.

Momo is a well-camouflaged pup, and through Andrew’s Instagram account you can follow the dog’s cute hide-andseek adventures.

20 Nothings (20-nothings.com) Jessie Rosen has been writing about 20-something life with disarming openness, humility and wonder, and she covers everything from body image to moving across the country to start a new life. What we love is that even if readers haven’t gone through the same experiences, they can relate to the universal feelings of doubt, self-discovery and hope. Jessie hopes to remind people, especially girls that they are not alone and that they will make it out of this alive and happy.

NigaHiga Ryan Higa is a 24-year-old YouTuber who produces a variety of comedy videos, including sketches, music videos, and short commentaries on pop culture. His current videos have high production values and a professional touch, but he remains as quick, funny, and incisive as ever.

DVD Picks

Downton Abbey (Season 5) Cast: Hugh Bonneville, Dame Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern Season 5 of the international hit finds the Crawley family and the staff struggling with responsibilities and choices as they adjust to life in the Roaring 'Twenties. The ensemble cast includes Dame Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern, Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Jim Carter, Joanne Froggatt, and a host of others.

22 Jump Street

The Woman in Black

Cast: Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill

Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Ciarán Hinds

After making their way through high school (twice), big changes are in store for officers Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) when they go deep undercover at a local college. But when Jenko meets a kindred spirit on the football team, and Schmidt infiltrates the bohemian art major scene, they begin to question their partnership. Now they don't have to just crack the case — they have to figure out if they can maintain a mature relationship.

A young lawyer, struggling with work after the death of his wife, is sent to a remote village to settle the estate of a deceased eccentric woman who owns an English manor. The village residents want him to leave, as it turns out that they are trying to conceal a deadly secret. Keen to see the job done, he refuses, but he soon discovers that the house of his client is haunted by the vengeful ghost of a woman dressed in black.

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Photography

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Album Reviews

Ne-Yo Non Fiction Ne-Yo's sixth album is being positioned as a return to the R&B singer's musical roots. It's an attempt to grab back his core fan base, given his affinity for dabbling in dance and electronic music in recent years.

In Non-Fiction, Ne-Yo attempts to remind listeners of his previously celebrated songwriting capabilities for artists such as Rihanna (Take A Bow) and Beyoncé (Irreplaceable).

Ne-Yo's MJ-indebted falsetto does deliver some highlights on the album, particularly on the slow-burning Integrity, as well as on standout ballad Take You There. Meanwhile, Religious adds a certain flair to the latest album. And by this point, we have all heard Time of Our Life, which was done in collaboration with Pitbull and is definitely our favourite.

Though Ne-Yo has significantly toned down the electronic dance music influence on this album, he does attempt to combine R&B and dance with efforts such as Coming Home With You. Overall, this is a pretty decent album with some great numbers.

Kid Ink Full Speed Kid Ink isn’t a classic hip-hop artist who naturally comes up with jaw-dropping metaphors. He is, however, an experienced MC and his rhymes and melodic hooks definitely command attention. Within his latest album, Full Speed, he offers 12 songs that put listeners through a range of feelings — confident, go-mode and club-hopping-mode.

Full Speed begins with the energetic and triumphant What It Feels Like, with Kid Ink’s crisp voice creeping over blaring horns alongside the soothing hums of a female voice as he raps about going beast without sleep or food. What It Feels Like strategically sets the feel-good tone for Full Speed by following the club-friendly formula that makes Kid Ink a popular choice on radios.

With Kid Ink’s first song itself sitting comfortably on the radio and in clubs, the second track, Faster, brings it home with his easy-to-remember lyrics that mesh well with the thumping bass and makes listeners want to bounce along and move.

Overall, Full Speed is probably Kid Ink’s best project to date.

He sounds focused and he executes by pleasing his core fans with quality radio- and club-friendly music.

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Movies

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American Sniper The movie starts with a father taking young Chris out for shooting. Observing the boy’s instant expertise with a rifle, he says, appreciatively, “You got a gift. You’re going to be a fine hunter someday.” Yet in his training as a Navy SEAL, the grownup Chris (Bradley Cooper) has trouble hitting a metal target.

“I’m better when it’s breathin’,” he tells the instructor, as he notices some furtive movement in the grass behind the target.

Blam! He kills a snake.

It feels great to see director Clint Eastwood back on his game at age 84, creating a movie about the tragically short life of Navy SEAL Chris Kyle. Kyle was the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history, and had 160 confirmed kills over four tours in Iraq.

Eastwood was able to throw the audience into the war zone, where conscience has nothing to do with killer instinct. We loved Bradley Cooper’s astonishing all-out performance, for which he put on 40 pounds of muscle to play Kyle, a flag-waving, good old Texas boy who sees evil in the world and aims to do something about it.

The movie tries to depict how Kyle returns home between tours to his wife, Taya (Sienna Miller), and their two kids. The scenes have an obligatory feel, meant to show the emotional fortress Kyle had built around himself. Cooper is able to portray the pain Kyle felt through his eyes, and he even manages to show how Kyle was always on danger alert. Overall, the movie is pretty spectacular. The filmmakers' targets were clearly in sight, and their aim was true.

Paddington Paddington, that lovely, peculiar bear in the trademark blue duffle coat and red hat, has been a British institution since Michael Bond's wildly successful children's book, A Bear Called Paddington.

Famous for his fondness for marmalade, Paddington has since taken more than half a century to make his big-screen debut with Paddington, a charming, witty, gentle mix of live action and CGI that will delight children and parents. The movie starts out with the audience learning of Paddington's origins — he comes from a small Peruvian community of bears based in a forest. A British explorer befriends the affable bears and paints such a glowing picture of life in London that Paddington's aunt (voiced by Imelda Staunton) and uncle (Michael Gambon) send the orphan to live in the city with the Brown family.

Paddington keeps things moving at a nice pace, throwing its half-pint hero into one misadventure after another.

These involve a double-decker bus, a skateboard, a subway escalator, and a toilet (he floods the bathroom when his head gets stuck down there).

The movie features a playful Ben Whishaw as the bear's voice, and it feels great to see an animated movie that isn’t overfed on comic-book sarcasm. The bear's immaculate manners, perfect diction, and sincerity make him the ultimate anti-Bart Simpson.

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Gaming Dying Light (PS4, PC, PlayStation Vita) In Dying Light, a first-person, action survival horror game, players must use everything in their power to survive until the morning's first light in a vast open world filled with danger.

During the day, players will traverse an expansive urban environment overrun by a vicious outbreak, scavenging the world for supplies and crafting weapons to defend against the growing infected population. At night, the hunter becomes the hunted, as the infected become aggressive and more dangerous. Most frightening are the predators that only appear after sundown. Dying Light also sets itself apart with its parkour system, which sees you running across the city from a first-person perspective. It takes a short while to get used to climbing onto ledges, which requires you to be looking at them in the proper way. But then it's off to the races, and you're running across rooftops and sneering at the zombies below, most of which can't handle the climb. Rushing through the open world this way is terrific, due to solid (if not quite perfect) controls and well-constructed climbing and leaping paths, particularly in the game's second half, which takes place in the city's vertically-minded old town. We are definitely rooting for Dying Light as it is such a fun game. Despite its lags and issues, we still love it.

Grim Fandango Re-Mastered (PS4, Xbox One, PC) Based on various legends of Mexican folklore, Grim Fandango is packed to the hilt with dancing skeletons, crime, romance, and much more. You play Manny Calavera, a mid-level worker at the Department of Death (DoD), who's trying to work off his sins in life so that he can claim his final reward. As a reaper, Manny frees incoming souls from their shrouds, finds out what kind of underworld travel packages their goodness in life has earned them, and then sends them on their way. Unfortunately, business hasn't been very good for Manny of late. As the game begins, Calavera is told that he must sell a premium travel package to a soul or lose his job. In his search, Manny uncovers a hideous plot, a beautiful woman, and a crew of loyal friends (not necessarily in that order).

Based on the acclaimed 1998 classic, this remake of Tim Schafer's original adventure title employs the stunning technology used to bring Broken Age to life for a fresh new way to experience Grim Fandango.

The game’s greatest triumph, however, is that you needn’t overflow with nostalgia to appreciate its greatness. We love the game as it is a world filled with evil demons, which you see through the eyes of one Manny Calavera, an everyday hero that has rightfully earned a place in video game history. Even if you don’t know what happens at the end of the line, you’re guaranteed to enjoy the trip.

Citizens of Earth (PS4, 3DS, PC, Vita) "Feeling a sense of responsibility as an elected official, he decides to do something about it."

Citizens of Earth is an RPG that places you in the shoes of the vice president of the sorld. He's a classic bureaucrat: charming, charismatic, but practically useless. After recently winning the vice presidency, he returns to his rural home town for a short vacation. But he soon discovers that there are extremely strange things happening around town. Feeling a sense of responsibility as an elected official, he decides to do something about it. But being the bureaucrat he is, he doesn't actually want to get his hands dirty. Thus you go about using your charisma to recruit normal townsfolk to help you investigate the strange happenings and to fight your battles for you.

The game defies traditional hero types and character classes seen in traditional RPGs — instead, you're able to recruit and fight with the town baker, barista, school teacher, homeless guy, and plenty of other seemingly ordinary characters brought to life in unique and charming ways.

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Tech Review by aruna jithin

Huawei Ascend P7 Design The Huawei Ascend P7 design is quite unique in some ways, though admittedly it has borrowed a great deal from the iPhone. Its front and back are covered with Corning’s latest Gorilla glass and there are hardly any plastics on the phone's exterior. At 6.5mm thick, completed with a metallic body, it feels fantastic on the hands. The speakers are placed upfront along with an 8MP secondary camera and sensor.

Display The Ascend P7 has a 5-inch full HD 1080p display with pixel density of 445 ppi. However, as the bezel has been shrunk down to 3mm, the display doesn’t look as big as it is. Colours are well saturated, and the overall picture and video viewing experience is universally good.

Hardware The phone is powered by quad-core 1.8 GHz processor and 2 GB RAM, which offers decent performance considering the modest price. The Ascend P7 is also completed with 2,500 mAH battery, which provides a respectable battery life.

Software The P7 runs on Android 4.4, in which Huawei has included its Emotion UI skin. As a result, the app menu is discarded and every app has a place on the home screen itself. A variety of themes that can change the icon, home screens and more are also available to users, which makes it more interactive and fun.

Camera The Ascend P7 comes with a 13 MP primary camera, which offers raving quality images, as well as a front-facing 8 MP selfie camera, which is far better than most other rival offerings.

Verdict The Ascend P7 is best in terms of build materials and feel. The phone is incredibly thin, with a gorgeous seven-layer effect on the back. The device, with its decent specifications and fairly nice display, doesn’t disappoint considering its performance and feel-good appearance.

Overall Rating Battery Life Calls & Sound Camera Design Performance Screen Quality Software

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Samsung Galaxy A5 Design The Samsung Galaxy A5 has definitely created a compelling product that does not disappoint. The phone features high-end specifications with a metallic body, yet it comes with a walletfriendly price tag. The A5 is a super-slim device and one of the nicest designs that Samsung has ever produced.

Camera The A5 offers a 13 MP primary camera and a 5 MP secondary front camera. The phone provides stunning images, even in limited-light conditions, with its speedy shutter and quick-tofocus ability. Its secondary camera also provides impressive detailed images and is great for creating selfies.

Display The A5 has a 5-inch super AMOLED display with 720p resolution and a 294 ppi pixel density. The screen-to-body ratio stands at 71%. Overall the display offers a visually appealing experience.

Verdict The Samsung Galaxy A5 is a great phone that provides an amazing overall experience. With a stylish design and respectable specifications, the A5 tops the list of the best Android smartphones currently available.

Hardware The Samsung Galaxy A5 comes with quad-core 64 bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor, clocked at 1.2 GHz, along with an Adreno 306 GPU and 2 GB of RAM, which combine to offer impressive performance. The A5 comes with a 2,300 mAh battery, which keeps it alive for your daily needs. The power button and the dual-SIM card slots are on the right and the volume rocker on the left. The bottom is equipped with the headphone jack and micro USB ports. Overall the phone is light and sleek at 123 g and only 6.7 mm thick.

Overall Rating Battery Life Calls & Sound Camera Design Performance Screen Quality Software

Software The A5 Runs on Android 4.4 KitKat with Samsung’s TouchWiz user interface. The experience is rich with likeable options, and that might even get more impressive when once the phone gets updated to the newer Android 5.0 Lollipop OS.

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In Cinema Atmos Kingsman The Secret Service Cast: Colin Firth, Michael Caine, Taron Egerton

The story of a super-secret spy organisation that recruits an unrefined but promising street kid into the agency's ultra-competitive training program, just as a global threat emerges from a twisted tech genius.

Testament of Youth

Big Eyes

​Asterix

Everly

Cast: Hayley Atwell, Taron Egerton, Alicia Vikander

Cast: Amy Adams, Christoph Waltz, Krysten Ritter

Cast: Roger Carel, Lorànt Deutsch, Laurent Lafitte

Cast: Salma Hayek, Jennifer Blanc, Uros Certic

A searing story of love and war. Based on the classic First World War memoir, this is the incredible true story of one young woman's struggle to survive the horrors of war, which robbed her of everyone and everything she held dear, but was ultimately unable to break her spirit.

A drama about the awakening of the painter Margaret Keane, her phenomenal success in the 1950s, and the subsequent legal difficulties she had to face with her husband, who claimed credit for her works in the 1960s. A return to form

by Tim Burton.

In order to wipe out the A down-on-her-luck woman, Gaulish village by any means played by Selma Hayek, is necessary, Julius Caesar forced to fend off waves of plans to absorb the villagers“...I just assassins sent her ex,out a pour mybyheart into Roman culture by having dangerous mob boss, while and say whatever I feel, an estate built next to the trying to save her estranged anddaughter.

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You are the answer Samsung Galaxy A series

Innovative Luxurious Design

Smarter Selfie Shooting

model: Christina Papachristou

Wide Selfie Function to add More Friends models: Amna Rauf, Asma Siddiqui, Huda Perrez, Yumna Rauf

Auto-Editing Ensures you Look your Best models: Alex Ogunshakin, Enitan Osunsanya, Musa Abdullahi

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Spring Colours for Her by olga lobanova

Pink is the new black, orange is the new black, or is black the new black? Pantone is the right answer to any of your colour dilemmas this season. Pantone experts gaze into their colourful crystal balls and see the future of trending hues.

After studying upcoming collections and talking to designers about their tone philosophies, Pantone has come up with a report for everyone to be on top of the coolest colour trend.

After scanning sketches, runways, and collections, Pantone narrowed down the top 10 colours as favoured by designers all around the world.

This season, there is a move toward the cooler and softer side of the colour spectrum. An eclectic, delicate mix of understated pale pastels and nature-like neutrals will dominate wardrobes.

“Many feel compelled to be connected around the clock because they are afraid they will miss out on something important. There is a growing movement to step out and create ‘quiet zones’ to disconnect from technology and unwind, giving ourselves time to stop and be still,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. That means if you’re feeling frazzled and stressed, just wear some cool blue and you'll calm right down.

Top 5 Colours for Women this Spring

Zara coat

For spring women’s-wear, Aquamarine topped the list, followed by Scuba Blue (a cool turquoise), and Lucite Green (a minty shade). The men's styles varied more than usual from the women's styles this season; a Greyish Dusk Blue took top honours, with Glacier Grey and Treetop Green close behind.

Aquamarine On one end of the women’s palette sits Aquamarine, an airy, ethereal blue with a cool, dreamy feel that mixes well with darker blue tones and grey.

H&M top

Pinko clutch Alice McCall dress Available from West L.A. Boutique

Classic Blue Reliable and thoughtful, Classic Blue inspires calm, confidence and harmony.

Serving as an anchor to the Spring/Summer 2015 palette, Classic Blue is a shade that is strong and reliable.

Jigsaw heels

Gap trousers

Lucite Green Spring/Summer 2015 is the time to incorporate Lucite Green into your wardrobe. Fresh and clarifying, cool and refreshing, Lucite Green has a minty glow and goes perfectly with tanned summer skin.

Miu Miu top

Weill cardigan

Christian Louboutin heels Markus Lupfer dress

Longchamp bag

Ancient Greek Sandals

Scuba Blue Even though it's a cool shade, the vibrancy of Scuba Blue adds a splash of excitement to any look. Scuba Blue creates a feeling of escaping into an exotic paradise or swimming in a tropical ocean, which gives an overall fantasy feel to your wardrobe.

One Teaspoon dress Available from West L.A. Boutique

H&M shoes

Toasted Almond A sun-tanned neutral, Toasted Almond offers comforting warmth and is indicative of a spontaneous spring, summer feeling.

Timeless and versatile, Toasted Almond is an organic shade that looks truly natural.

Manish Arora sweater Available from S*uce

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Spring Colours for Him by olga lobanova

For Spring 2015, the men’s palette takes a surprising turn, deviating from the women’s palette more than we have ever seen in recent seasons. The menswear colours emphasises the need for simplistic hues, where natural tones are combined with deep, foundational colours.

Dusk Blue Dusk Blue is perennially a favourite shade for men.

Reminiscent of the blue sky above, Dusk Blue is ultimately dependable and faithful.

Ted Baker T-shirt

Top 5 Colours for men this Spring

Ralph Lauren socks

Pull & Bear sneakers

New Era cap

Adidas sneakers

Zara shorts

Gracier Grey Glacier Grey is a light grey that contrasts and enhances, bouncing off other shades without taking the attention away from them.

Nature’s most perfect neutral, Glacier Grey is a shade that is timeless.

Treetop Treetop is a natural and deep green, ideal when used as a background to other shades. Treetop is a healthy, harmonious green from nature, which offers a reassuring presence.

Nike sneakers

Zara Trousers

Acne Studios T-shirt

Gap shirt

Calvin Klein tie

Tracy Watts hat Available at Boutique 1

Classic Blue Classic Blue inspires calm, confidence and harmony. Serving as an anchor to the Spring/Summer 2015 palette, Classic Blue is a shade that is strong and reliable.

Bottega Veneta T-shirt

Missoni top

Toasted Almond Bringing balance to the coolness of the Spring/Summer 2015 colour range is Toasted Almond. A sun-tanned neutral, Toasted Almond offers comforting warmth and reminds us of delightful spring and summer evenings.

Converse sneakers

Videogame, comic book and anime sketch artist

Long Vo

Long Vo is known online as VO, or Vostalgic, is an entrepreneur, freelance illustrator, producer and creative art director for Hiptic Games. Long is also one of the three original founders of Gaia Online, one of the first social gaming success stories — an anime-themed social networking and forum-based gaming website that grew to over 26 million registered users. Prior to this, Long produced illustrations, multimedia and comic books for Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Wildstorm, Image Comics, UDON and many other publishers.

Long was the lead sprite designer for Super Street Fighter II Turbo: HD Remix, a high-definition remake of Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo that was released on Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network in November 2008. He provided artwork for the limited collector's edition of Street Fighter IV, released in 2009, and was the lead ending artist on Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars for the Nintendo Wii. Long still manages to do work for UDON and Capcom while creating new original IP and games for Hiptic Games.

He is also known for his photography, costume making, videography and digital imagery.

32 Tell us about yourself. What are the basics?

My name is Long Vo and I'm the creative director for Hiptic Games. We make mobile games like GoNinja and Shaqdown, starring Shaquille O'Neal. Prior to this, I've been working as an art/creative director on a wide variety of projects for companies like Udon, Capcom, Marvel, DC, Mattel and Warner Bros. on properties like Street Fighter, X-Men, Robotech and Thundercats.

What does your daily routine look like?

My daily routine involves reading up on news to wake up, sketching to warm up, and then pretty much a lot of production work involving design and illustration, mixed with customer services and other business-related stuff.

After work is over, it's pretty late, so I'll finish off the night with some video-gaming before bed.

"I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT MY WORKSTATION, INSPIRATION, AND A SNACK."

Tell us about your big dreams. Where do you want to go and what do you want to do?

I think I've travelled quite a bit, but I do eventually want to reinvent some of my older comic work into something that utilises everything I've learned over the past 15 years working in the industry.

Do you face any struggles in achieving your dreams? What’s the scariest thing about them?

The biggest struggle for me is finding the time. As with any passion projects, the scariest part is the not knowing part, as you are trying to fill in the blanks. Also, it is pretty scary to try to do things you're not good at. Oftentimes, people rely on what they do best instead of learning to do something new. For me, it's about finding the time to learn and practice new things.

What three daily things can you not live without?

My workstation, inspiration, and a snack.

Can you tell us a little bit about how you start the sketching process? Do you visualise things first or do you make a couple of rough drafts before you actually get on with the drawing?

It really depends on the project. For instance, on my Instagram (@vostalgic), I've been doing these 15-minute warm-up sketches where my followers can request characters they want me to draw. If I already know what the character looks like, I'll just go and sketch it straight from my head. If it's a character I'm unfamiliar with, I'll look up some references and then have at it. In general, though, I tend to feel out my illustrations very loosely and then continue to refine it as I go.

What do you think are some major differences between Japanese animation and American animation?

I assume you mean 2D animation? I'd say most anime is based on manga (comics). Whereas, a lot of American animation is created from a concept made just for that animation. It really boils down to a style of storytelling. I think that the structure of anime tends to have a lot of mini cliffhangers, whereas American animations tend to have larger arcs. I believe the mini cliff-hangers were born from the structure of manga, in that most manga is broken down into smaller pieces and delivered on a bi-weekly basis through manga collections. It was a necessity to keep a reader hooked whenever they would read that smaller segment. Anime also tends to be more action-based; it's not uncommon for a single fight scene to last more than one episode. Whereas in American animation, most of it is dialogue driven with stories resolved episodically.

How is anime made?

Most anime is based on manga. However, that's basically just the concept. Once you have a concept, style guides, world bibles and scripts are written just like a normal TV show.

And then the studio does pre-visualisation, storyboards and finally the actual animation work.

What impression do you think outsiders (non-animation lovers) have of anime? What are the stereotypes?

In America, it used to be that people who didn't get anime thought it was just big eyes, pronounced bodies and overthe-top violence. While anime does include such things, if you just summed it up that way, you'd be missing out on the great characters and stories that a lot of anime has to offer.

Why do you love it?

I grew up with it. It challenged me to think outside of the box. I love the motion and how dynamic storytelling can be in the medium.

Do you consider anime an art form?

Of course it is. Anime art is simply one genre of art, much like in the Renaissance times. The "anime style" is simply one of representing characters who are larger than life in a pleasing aesthetic. Sure, anatomy-wise, plenty of things are exaggerated, but that's not much different than what many American comic book artists do every day.

writing by

bhargavi nagrecha

Website: vostalgic.tumblr.com Instagram: vostalgic

"IN AMERICAN ANIMATION, MOST OF THE DIALOGUES ARE DRIVEN WITH STORIES THAT ARE EPISODICAL IN STYLE."

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Mesmerises Fans

by Violet sanchez

There is something so exciting about dressing up to go for a traditional orchestra, where the ladies are dressed in beautiful ball-gowns and the men look sharp in their pantsuits. The entire experience of people congregating to attend such an event is so novel in today’s day and age. It was a beautiful experience to witness such talented musicians who create good, old-fashioned music without the influence of technology and remixes. What was even nicer was the fact that people still enjoy listening to classical music.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra has enjoyed more than 65 years of success worldwide, giving first-class performances of a wide range of musical repertoire with artists of the highest calibre. The orchestra was led by famed Italian conductor Alessandro Fabrizi, who started out by paying respect to the UAE’s national anthem, and then continued on with the British national anthem. Within the concert they also played a medley of iconic pieces including Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.21, Sibelius Finlandia and Barber Adagio.

Concertgoers were also wowed by the orchestra’s unique take on pop-cultural favourites such as John Williams’ Jaws: Main Theme, Williams’ Star Wars: Main Theme, Wagner Die Walküre's The Ride of the Valkyries, Pachelbel Canon, and Paul Dukas' The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

One could easily see that the audience were completed transported to an entirely different dimension, where there was nothing apart from them and the music. The audience were also generous with their adulations and gave the orchestra several standing ovations. It was a true blessing for people who enjoyed classical music to come together under one roof and share such a tremendous experience.

"The audience were completed transported to an entirely different dimension..."

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The Friend That Stayed by

Ananya Saraf

She is the slow sunshine on cold mornings The kind my body always seems to gravitate to She is the light breeze through my hair During evening walks around the lake She is the glow in every art piece She is every dimpled smile I see I see her in stray paintings, I hear her in steady beats She has lodged herself into a corner of my mind And every now and again, when I see sashaying fabric, I remember a flash of laughter with fleeting images of Elegant hands and an agile wrist, I wonder perhaps If she knows that she’s lodged herself in my heart I see her warmth and I see her spirit in hues Of purple and orange and red I see her moves and I see her depth She is nothing like what she thinks She is in a meadow full of sunflowers But hides behind the weeds But to me, she is the most Beautiful sunflower of them all

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38 Top 5 Google April Fools' Day Hoaxes

by Constance Bourg

"GOOGLE IS KNOWN FOR PLAYING PRANKS ON its INTERNET AUDIENCE ON APRIL FOOLS' DAY EVERY YEAR."

Every year, Google releases several April Fools' hoaxes onto its millions of users. With so many outlets belonging to the same company, can anyone truly be safe from the Google pranksters? Here is an overview of five of the best hoaxes from previous years.

Google is known for playing pranks on its internet audience on April Fools' Day every year. It is a tradition that started in the year 2000, with the MentalPlex hoax. That year, Google added a new functionality to Google Search to enable users to search by visualisation and mental projection. Soon the jokes multiplied as other Google subsidiaries wanted in on the act.

Here is an overview of the top five Google April Fools' Hoaxes of the last five years.

2007

gmail paper Every year, on April 1, Google announces a new Gmail service. In 2007 that was Gmail Paper. Because, according to Google, “not everyone loves email." The company added a service to its email program that enabled users to request a paper version of any email. The paper version would then be sent to the user by post. Google would print the emails immediately and post them out to users, who could expect the paper emails to arrive in two to four working days.

"A stack of Gmail Paper arrives in a box at your doorstep, and it's yours to keep forever. You can read it, sort it, search it, touch it. Or even move it to the trash — the real trash," said Google. The service was free for Gmail users, although the paper emails would have ads printed on the back in large red letters. Images could be printed off as well, using a special photo paper, and these attachments would be attached to the paper email with a paperclip.

Another new Gmail service, announced in 2008, was called Custom Time. The new function made it possible to send an email back in time. That way, you could still send an email to people if you had forgotten their birthday. You could even have your message show up in the receiver's inbox as “read” or “unread”. There was a limit to custom time, however. No email could be sent to a date before April 1, 2004. The logic behind this was that Gmail didn't exist before this date.

Reactions from beta-users were mixed:

2008

Gmail Custom Time

“The entire concept of 'late' no longer exists for me. That's pretty cool. Thanks Gmail!"

“I just got two tickets to Radiohead by being the 'first' to respond to a co-worker's first-come, first-serve email.

Someone else had already won them, but I told everyone to check their inboxes again. Everyone sort of knows I used Custom Time on this one, but I'm denying it.”

“This feature allows people to manipulate and mislead people with falsified time data. Time is a sacred truth that should never be tampered with.”

2009

google chrome in 3d On April 1, 2009, Google revealed that the company had been working on an artificial intelligence project called CADIE. After CADIE was “brought to life” in Mountain View, California, the AI, which had the ability to develop on its own, wasted no time in criticising Google's internet browser, Chrome, for the lack of a third dimension.

CADIE immediately announced that it would make a 3D version of the browser available to users. Chrome users could effectively download and install the new browser, which contained a 3D button. To be able to use the 3D function, users also had to print off a PDF file with a cutout image of 3D glasses.

Google CEO Eric Schmidt unveiled big plans for the Google name on April 1, 2010. The name was to be changed to Topeka, effective immediately. The reason for this was to pay tribute to the major of the little town of Topeka in Kansas. Earlier that year, in March to be precise, the major of Topeka temporarily changed the name of the town to Google, in a bid to convince the company that his town was the ideal testing site for its new broadband and fibre-optics project. According to Schmidt, “Even Google recognises that all roads lead to Kansas, not just yellow brick ones."

Naturally, Google knew that the name change would have far-reaching consequences. Some of these were: • • • •

2010

google changes name to topeka

Letters to Google would have to be addressed to Topeka Inc. Google employees, formerly known as Googlers, would now be called Topekers or Topekans.

Google products would be renamed as Topeka News, Topeka Talk, Topeka Maps, and so on.

A Swedish child that was named after Google in 2005 would have to change his name from Oliver Google Kai to Oliver Topeka Kai.

In the US version of Google Search, a new Topeka logo replaced the familiar Google logo for the duration of the day.

2011

autocompleters for google search On April 1, 2011, Google announced that it was hiring autocompleters. The job was explained as follows: when users enter search terms in the Google Search box, Google provides automatic suggestions, and that is what autocompleters do. Google said that it was looking for people with the ability to predict what users were searching for and who could type at a very high speed. The most important skill for an autocompleter was to be able to think of suggestions as soon as a user starts typing. Google's requirements were: • • • • • •

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Excellent knowledge of English and at least one other language.

Excellent knowledge of grammatical rules (e.g. parts of speech, parsing).

Understanding of the search engine space.

Proven web search experience.

Good typing skills (at least 32,000 WPM).

Willingness to travel (in order to provide local autocompletions) or relocate to obscure places like Nauru and Tuvalu to develop knowledge of local news and trends.

Certificate in psychic reading strongly preferred: palm, tarot, hypnosis, astrology, numerology, runes and/or auras.

The hoax was complemented by a video containing an interview with autocompleter Michael Taylor. Taylor, who started at Google in 2006, claimed to be able to type up to 34,000 words per minute. He did need a new keyboard about every eight days though.

So, what can we expect this year from the Mountain View bunch? Who knows? One thing is for sure, millions of users will be logging on to find out.

illustrator by

SAMANTHA GEORGE

At the tender age of 15, Japanese-based Yoskay Yamamoto moved to the United States. As a self-trained illustrator, Yoshay found his artistic tastes changing as he fell in love with the urban culture of the West coast. Within his work, one can observe blends of iconic pop characters from the West along with traditional and mythical Japanese elements. Yamamoto has learnt to fuse the two different cultural backgrounds together into his work to create a beautiful, harmonious, finished art piece that manages to evoke a soothing feeling. Our team that the opportunity to speak with Yamamoto and learn more about him.

What is your preferred medium and why?

I find that making sculptures comes more naturally to me, and with paintings it is a little bit more difficult to get the result that I’m trying to achieve. But lately, I have been spending a lot more time using my paint brushes and so I feel more comfortable with the medium. Also, there are surprising moments with the painting process that are quite satisfying. In the future, I do plan to make some more sculptures with the use of wood, but it is very unforgiving. What I love about paintings is that I can be more spontaneous and it really helps me to discover a place that I didn’t know I could create until the project is complete.

What art do you most identify with?

Lately I like and enjoy art with a sense of humour. I also identify with art that puts me in a better mood or makes me smile. I usually tend to over-think my work and so I have been teaching myself to not put too much pressure on myself.

What kind of work is your favourite?

It really depends with each project, as every medium has its pros and cons. Lately, I have started to enjoy creating art installations. I feel like it is the best way for me to present my art to the audience, as it allows me to combine all of my skills into one creation. Also I enjoy how the installation can take up the space instead of just part of the wall.

What themes do you pursue?

I don’t really have a particular theme with my work. I like creating an image that’s somewhere between a dream and reality. I like to incorporate the real, everyday feeling and enhance it with a slice of day dream. I believe in creating something that would put a smile on people’s faces, as that is quite rewarding.

"I REMEMBER SPENDING THE weekend IN MY ROOM WITH A BOX OF LEGO IN FRONT OF ME."

What’s your scariest experience?

Asking my fiancée’s parents for their daughter’s hand in marriage. I found that to be the scariest experience ever.

Can you remember one of the first things you drew/ sculpted/painted/photographed? What made it memorable?

I believe some of my first work was when I was building something using Lego blocks, as that was my favourite toy when I was growing up. I remember spending the weekend in my room with a box of Lego in front of me.

Do you have a favourite artist? If yes, what draws you to that person’s work?

I don’t have a favourite artist, but I do admire a lot of deceased and living artists. One of them being Roy Lichenstein, as I have recently read his book and found there to be such an amazing connection with his work and I have become a huge fan of his work.

Website: yoskay.com Instagram: yoskayyamamoto

44 Food Blogger:

Noni’s Place

by Bhargavi Nagrecha

Noreen Wasti was born and raised in a tiny state called Rhode Island. Later on she moved to the Windy City, Chicago, where she completed her M.S. in Communications from Northwestern University. Once she graduated, she came to Dubai and immersed herself in the world of luxury fashion and worked in public relations and events. At the moment she is currently involved in various different industries such as writing, table styling, hosting, cooking, and entertainment workshops. Noreen, or as her friends, family and fans like to call her, Noni, is obsessed with everything and anything edible and pretty. She loves to cook, entertain, write, travel, design, style and enjoy all the beautiful things of life. It is safe to say that we are all obsessed with her amazing website, which is bright, personal, inspiring and quite helpful.

Our team had the opportunity to speak with the beautiful Noni and here is what she had to say: What is your comfort food?

Fried chicken, of course — that’s the American in me speaking. There’s nothing more comforting than a crispy fried chicken sandwich covered in crunchy 'slaw, slathered in creamy herb aioli on a soft bun. It is quite the indulgence, so I only eat it when I know I truly deserve it, but nothing else hits the spot in the same way!

Who or what are your cooking inspirations?

I think inspiration is everywhere; you just need to look for it. Travel and culture is such an inspiration for me in the kitchen. I love exploring food markets and the street food scene in any place I visit, as it is such an interesting experience to see how people use the ingredients that are local to them to create culinary culture and food traditions.

Which part of blogging excites you the most?

Storytelling and styling excite me most in the blogging process. I love to tell a story with most of my blog posts, usually relating to a personal experience or my childhood.

I think telling a story always makes for a relatable post to readers. I also love the styling aspect of blogging. I’ve always been pretty crafty and love DIY, so setting up beautiful table settings with lush florals, whimsical plates and little creative details really excites me.

Where do you get your recipe inspiration from?

The farmer’s market. I am very passionate about local produce and supporting farmers. I grew up in a small town full of farms, where everyone had a fruit and vegetable garden, so that tradition is very important to me. When looking for recipe inspiration, I usually just browse through the market to see what’s local and seasonal and from there it usually falls into place.

Describe your blog in four words.

Eclectic, whimsical, rustic and inspired.

Website: nonisplace.com Instagram: noreenwasti

What’s the most adventurous dish you've ever eaten?

I’ve had deep-fried crickets in San Francisco, wildebeest in Cape Town, and pigeon in Hong Kong.

Recipes

Key Lime Bars Crust 1.5 cups shortbread cookies 1/2 cup almond flour 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 3 tbsp. muscovado sugar Pinch of salt 5 tbsp. unsalted melted butter Filling 3 egg yolks 1.5 tsp. key lime zest 2/3 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice 1 can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk Steps: 1. For the crust — preheat the oven to 350F/176C. Create crumbs from your shortbread cookies using either a rolling pin or food processor.

2. Put the crumbs in a bowl and add the almond flour, cinnamon, sugar and salt and mix together.

3. Next add the melted butter until it has incorporated in the crumb mixture.

4. Pour the crumb mixture into a pie dish, square pan, or tart shell (whatever you would like) and press down firmly with your hands to form a crust. Bake in the oven for about 8 minutes until lightly brown.

5. For the filling — using an electric mixer, whisk the egg yolks with the lime zest until fluffy (about 5 minutes).

6. Next gradually add the condensed milk and keep whisking until it thickens (about 3 minutes).

7. Lastly add in the lime juice, slowly mixing until it is just combined (don’t over mix).

8. Pour the filling into the crust and bake at 350F/176F for about 12-15 minutes until it is just set.

9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or freeze for 20

minutes before serving. Garnish with lime zest and whipped topping.

Soba Noodle Salad 250 grams soba noodles 1/2 head shredded red cabbage 1-2 yellow bell peppers sliced thinly 3 whole scallions chopped 1 carrot sliced thinly on a mandolin or with a peeler 1 jalapeño chopped (de-seeded for a less spicy version) 1 bunch fresh cilantro chopped (keep some aside for garnish) 3 tbsp. toasted black sesame seeds to garnish 4 tbsp. toasted sliced almonds to garnish Optional add-ins: green beans, snap peas, bean sprouts, broccoli Dressing 2 tbsp. fresh chopped ginger 2 cloves of fresh chopped garlic 2/3 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup sunflower oil (or any neutral oil you prefer) 2 tbsp. sesame oil 1 tbsp. honey 1 tsp. dark brown sugar 2 limes zest and juiced Pinch of salt Steps: 1. Whisk together all of the ingredients for the dressing in a large bowl until combined.

2. Add the vegetables to the dressing and let sit.

Meanwhile bring water to a boil in a large pot and add the soba noodles.

3. Cook for about 3 minutes and remove immediately from the heat (they can overcook quite quickly). Strain the water and rinse the noodles under cold water.

4. Add noodles to the bowl with vegetables and dressing.

Mix thoroughly until combined using tongs.

5. Garnish with a generous helping of cilantro, sesame seeds and almonds.

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Sofia El Arabi: Fashion Blogger

by Violet sanchez

Meet Sofia El Arabi from Bakchic, a wellknown Moroccan fashion designer, blogger, e-entrepreneur and stylist. Within her blog she portrays different looks that are inspired by traditional North-African pieces that are mixed in with more modern ‘Western’ pieces.

Thus making her overall look so appealing and fascinating to observe. We had a chance to speak with the multi-talented artist to learn more about herself and her personal style.

"I AM TRAPPED IN THE COMPLEX OBSESSION OF THE PERFECT SIMPLE OUTFIT, WHICH INCLUDES A SIMPLE WHITE T-SHIRT, BLUE JEANS, TOPPED WITH ATTITUDE."

Tell us a little bit about yourself?

I was born in Casablanca, Morocco, and after I completed my undergraduate degree at the Lycée Lyautey, I went to study at Nice, a business school that specialises in luxury marketing. That took me on an adventurous journey to the fashion capital, Paris. I wavered between la dolce vita, the frenzy of the city and learned to juggle different lifestyles.

I have worked in the marketing field for years, and have always been interested in all artistic, creatively oriented companies. I love to paint, which is a gift from my father, who is a wonderful abstract painter.

At what age did your passion for fashion begin?

My blog, Fashion Bakchic has been a wonderful experience and after two years, I felt the need to do more. I wanted to incorporate all of my various inspirations, such as traditions, Morocco, its complex culture, and mix it all up to create something unique and special. Mainly I just wanted to see the reflection of all these ideas on a concrete platform, and being a fashion lover for years, it was simply obvious that I needed to launch my own brand and line that was personal to me. It has been three years since I started my own fashion blog and it was a great desire to bring forth the beauty of Moroccan couture from the old past into the spotlight.

What is your favourite piece of clothing wear?

My Berber clutch is such an easy-going item, she never seems to complain on how many accessories and little details she is surrounded by!

Are there any types of clothing that you avoid wearing?

I have always encouraged an interest in experimental fashion, which means that I don’t avoid wearing anything.

I never stop trying new items as I believe in testing and experimenting and not having boundaries within fashion.

What do you wear on a daily basis?

I am trapped in the complex obsession of the perfect simple outfit, which includes a simple white shirt, blue jeans, topped with attitude.

What is the feel and look of Bakchic?

Bakchic is the expression of a personal identity, incorporating a culturally rich heritage mix and the raging feel of a contemporary look. This is what I would like to call Berberhemian — also known as Bohemian Berber.

What are you fascinated or inspired by at the moment and how does it feed into your work?

The past inspires me, I have always found it to be a good challenge to resurrect it and bring it forth in this day and age.

Do you have any advice for our readers?

There is something about the human spirit that just instantly recognises art and creativity, so if you recognise something within you that seems easy and natural, and that just seems to flow, then go ahead and jump on it.

Website: fashion-bakchic.blogspot.ae Instagram: ELASOFIA Facebook: Fashion Bakchic

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Strolling Through the Sun Moon Lake by

Anton Rodionov

What can one say about the Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan? It is one of the jewels the country possesses. Nestled high up in the mountains of the central Taiwan, Sun Moon Lake is located in the Nantou district — the only province with no access to the sea. To reach this part of Taiwan, we had to travel for about four hours from Taipei, driving on mountainous, serpentine roads that took us up and down the lush, green hills.

"We traveled for about four hours from taipei, driving on mountainous, serpentine roads that took us up and down the lush, green hills"

Sun Moon Lake is the national pride of Taiwan, with hotels and bed-and-breakfast houses scattered all over the shoreline. It is believed that the name comes from the visual appearance of the lake, with the east part of the lake resembling the sun while the west resembles the moon. In the middle of the lake is Lalu Island, which is holy to the Thao tribe — native folks to the area. Legend has it that the Thao hunters were chasing a white deer that led them to the lake.

Aside from the history and culture of the location, one is simply struck by the beauty of the lake, irrespective of the time of the day; due to the relatively humid climate, the Sun Moon Lake is often covered in a layer of mist, giving the whole area an eerie sense and appearance. There are many attractions around the lake, which include a cable car that hangs over 1,000 metres in between the mountain tops, providing riders one of the most beautiful views on the island of Taiwan. Another exciting fact is that there are plenty of small shops where visitors can buy gifts and other useful items before they head out of the area. What we liked the most was the Xiangshan Visitor's Centre, which is an architectural marvel which could be described as a contemporary building that effortlessly blends into the nature that surrounds it. The centre offers visitors a

breathtaking view of the lake while one casually enjoys their coffee, or purchases something from the gift shop, or even entertains himself by watching an educational video, which showcases the area and its heritage.

"the calm waters, fresh air, beautiful buildings and genuinely kind people are all that travellers need when visiting a new place"

One of the biggest impressions we were left with was how dreamy the Sun Moon Lake was. After speaking to a few locals, we found out that many couples come to get married or spend their holidays together. The views one could get at the hotels were quite spectacular, which can be sweetened up by a complimentary morning lake tour offered by most of the hotels. The tour itself is a great experience as it involves people walking around the lake while the tour guide passionately tells the story of the lake and the Thao tribe that had initially settled in the area and brought people to the shores of this natural marvel. Additionally, a boat tour around the lake is available, where one gets to experience the calm waters of this mountain lake.

In the end, Sun Moon Lake left a beautiful imprint on us and we cannot wait to go back there and experience it all over again. Apart from being exceptionally clean and safe, the lake is, first of all, a tranquil experience that many of the city folk seek. The calm waters, fresh air, beautiful buildings and genuinely kind people are all travellers need when visiting a new and unfamiliar place. All in all, if you are looking for an experience to let your mind wander and body be at peace, Sun Moon Lake is definitely a place to visit.

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The Person I Long to Be... by

Hailey Scott

The daylight breaks again Another day has begun.

But still no sleep has come.

My body is weary My mind overworked.

I lie awake thinking But what I am unsure.

I need to break free from the cycle I endure.

Everyday is the same and the nights are undistinguished.

I feel as though I am being pushed along with the tide Unable to break free from the everyday flow.

This is not me I need to change, before time takes over And I am unable to change.

I need to be freed from the grasp of ordinary And become that person I have always longed for.

Express myself in every way, and conquer the dreams as I lie awake.

Then I may fall asleep and put my mind to rest.

Make changes in my life and help those in need.

I would like to touch everyone's life in a positive way And leave my mark on society before I fade away.

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Submit them to mysay@one8one.com

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Let’s Play Golf!

by ANDREW LONGston

Golf is a great game — sometimes rewarding, often frustrating but highly addictive. Getting started with it is actually not so difficult, and hopefully this article can help you avoid some of the common pitfalls.

To help you get started, we decided to speak to one of the best, and got in touch with Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, which is the Middle East’s premier Golf resort. We spoke to senior PGA professional Michael Kinloch, who has been playing golf since age 12 and was happy to share with us the fundamentals of the game.

What is golf all about?

The main aim of golf is to hit a ball into a hole with the fewest possible shots. The first shot on each hole is played from a teeing area with the ball usually placed on a plastic or wooden peg. The rest of the hole consists of a mixture of long grass called rough or a closely-mown stretch of grass known as the fairway, which leads to the green, where the hole is.

There can also be additional features like sand, lakes and trees. Golf courses vary in length and difficulty; many courses are around 6,000 yards long and take between three and four hours to play 18 holes. This involves walking for about five miles. Some people prefer to ride on a golf cart instead of walking when they play.

How many golf holes are there?

There are normally nine or 18 holes on golf courses. Besides the number of holes, all golf courses are different. Some are long and very challenging, while others are shorter and are less difficult.

How does one choose a golf club?

Each golf club has a different design so that with the same technique, the golf ball can potentially travel a different distance depending on which club is used. The club is mainly selected based on the distance from the ball to the hole.

There are 3 main types of clubs that are used in a game: The putter — This is a straight-faced club designed to role the ball along the ground and into the hole from a relatively short distance. Most commonly used when the ball is on the green.

The woods — These are the longest clubs in the set and designed to hit the ball the furthest distances. Some professional golfers can hit a wood approximately 300 yards.

The irons — There are normally nine irons in a set and they vary in length and face angle so that they hit the ball at different distances. They are shorter than the woods and are for playing approach shots to the green.

What does one wear to play golf?

A collared shirt with pants or shorts is most suitable for men.

For ladies, a polo shirt twinned with tailored shorts, pants or a skirt would be ideal. Proper golf shoes can also be worn.

These contain soft spikes or a “built-into-the-sole� tread design that help the golfer stay balanced during play. You may also choose to wear a hat to keep the sun off your face.

How does one keep score? What are the total points you can receive?

Unlike most sports, in golf, less is more. For example, a score of 72 is way better than a score of 102. A round of golf is played over 18 holes. After each hole, you should record how many shots it took you to finish the hole. You then mark this amount on a scorecard. A lot of the time, a golfer makes contact with the ball but it misses the hole. This still counts as a shot. On the other hand, if you take a practice swing and accidentally hit the ball, it doesn't count. Every time you take a swing at the ball, therefore, it counts as a stroke. Your score is the number of strokes it takes you to complete the golf course.

How long does one need to practice?

Like most sports, the more the better! It’s a good idea to take some lessons when you start playing to help practice the correct technique. Even the best golfers in the world take lessons regularly. With the drive to improve your game, golfers can reach a higher level and one day even be able to compete with professional golfers.

Website: dubaigolf.com

"each golf club has a different design so that, with the same technique, the golf ball can potenially travel a different distance depending on which club is used."

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8 Daily Steps for Less Stress by

Shivani Nagrecha

We don’t believe that a stress-free life is possible. Stress is a natural response to the challenges you face in life, and a life without challenges is just boring. However, we do believe that most of the stress in our lives is unnecessary, and that it can be eliminated by taking some simple and easy steps. The point is to stay consistent, take charge and have a positive attitude. Here are some of our top tips to feel less stressed.

Manage your time Remember that you schedule doesn’t need to be rigid.

Flexible routines lower stress by taking into consideration external events.

Create short to-do lists for the day.

Enjoy the little things Slow down and enjoy the moment you are in.

Focus on the details of your everyday activities.

Prepare for the day Take 10 minutes each evening to prepare for the next day.

Write down meal plans and pack lunches ahead of time.

Pick out clothing, set out your shoes, and place all the items you need in one place.

Move Often Regular exercise reduces stress and improves health.

Small spurts of activity work well even if you cannot schedule a workout.

Laugh often Laughing releases endorphins and improves your overall mood and immune health.

It lowers levels of stress, and improves management of physical pain.

Enjoy nature and creativity Breathe deeply Take five minutes to breathe slowly and deeply when you feel anxious.

Spending time outdoors is a natural antidepressant.

Natural scents and sights have a calming effect.

Take time to enjoy art, music and dance.

Keep a gratitude / joy journal Journaling promotes reflection and organisation of thoughts.

Helps you to remember what you are thankful for.

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Car Colour Wheel

by Miral Bushnaq

One of the ways people express themselves is through their possessions, and so we have chosen the second most expensive purchase that people make: which is their car.

Apart from the type and even the make of the car check out the history and evolution of car colours.

1920 The horse carriage lookalike vehicle was dropped and cars developed more diversity in style, which was accompanied by more colour choices.

The colours blue, green and red were introduced, giving a brighter set of choices.

1930 The concept of colour being used for personal taste was born following the economic boom of the Roaring 'Twenties, following WW1, which increased the demand for automobiles.

But the Model T remained black.

1940 Automobile production came to a halt as WW2 broke out and people were forced to produce military cars that came in dark shades that lacked chrome and embellishment.

1950 The regeneration of interest in automobile production sparked again with the introduction of style being reflected in aspects of adventure, success, post-WW2 euphoria and fashion. Colours were then produced to cater to the detailed features present in cars. Among them were blue, green, gold, white, and black, as well as twotone and the effects of ivory and jewels.

1960 This decade saw the popularisation of increasing health standards and being environmentally conscious, hence earth tones began ruling the market for car colours.

1970 As performance grew to be a gruelling achievement, red, green and blue cars were highlighted as less conventional in order to stand out, as well as yellow and violet, which made their way onto the list.

1980 Traditional colours such as black and red were increasing in popularity.

1990 This period gave birth to the very popular SUVs and family-oriented cars, which were portrayed in monotone colours. It also saw the continuation of the environment-conscious earth tones that were established in the 1960s.

Colour popularity

White

28%

Silver

Red

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Blue

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Black

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Books by

annie frank

Giada's Feel Good Food: My Healthy Recipes and Secrets Author: Giada De Laurentiis First of all, let us just put it out there, cooking healthy is actually quite challenging, especially if you are looking for food that is flavourful, healthy, and nutritious.

There are way too many “healthy” cookbooks that use weird ingredients such as artificial sweeteners and fat-free dairy, which are not actually healthy at all.

After reading Giada De Laurentiis' Feel Good Food, we know for a fact how fun and creative her recipes are, as they are filled with great flavour combinations. And we love how she creates her own twist on the classics. Instead of printing the standard Miso/Ginger-Soy Salmon that a lot of the diet cookbooks tend to include, she came up with the Grilled Salmon with a Pineapple and Avocado dressing, which has the crunchiness from the seared salmon, the sweet and tanginess from the pineapple, and the creaminess from the avocado dressing.

Giada sticks to her standard recipe style, which also seems to incorporate slightly sweet, tangy, or crunchy components to them. We love how she loves adding fruits, citrus zest/ juice, and toasted nuts into her dishes, which we truly seem to enjoy as it adds a freshness and lightness to her dishes.

Another interesting fact about the book is how De Laurentiis has taken the time to include a combination of proteins, carbs, and fats in her recipes. We absolutely love how her recipes are bursting with healthy grains, veggies, and lean protein. Combine that with a low-fat yet creamy dressing, the tanginess of fruits, and perhaps a bit of crunch from the vegetables and nuts, and you have a "wholesome" meal that is bursting with nutrients and flavour.

All in all, we would highly recommend this cookbook to anyone who is interested in healthy cooking and who wouldn’t compromise on flavour and enjoyment.

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I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World Author: Malala Yousafzai I am Malala is a tragic yet wonderful biography about a young Pakistani girl by the name of Malala Yousafzai. Within the book, Yousafzai sheds light on her life from a young age, and readers can truly see how much her life changes throughout the story.

The book takes place in Pakistan, specifically Swat Valley, where it goes from a peaceful valley into a blazing war zone. Bombs seem to be routinely dropped on schools and houses, storefronts are marked from bullets, and the town square seems to be littered with dead bodies. Swat Valley is an arid desert and place filled with fear and uncertainty, but Yousafzai still seems to miss it. It is shocking to see how, even at the end of the book, she still seems to have a soft spot for her hometown, despite the atrocities she and the city has experienced. Towards the end of the book, she tells the readers that she migrates to England, but most of the story is set in Pakistan.

Yousafzai is a very brave, young girl, who is strong and never seems to break down, no matter the situation. Despite the fact that she was shot, she didn’t keep silent to the injustice that was experienced by her people. We were truly inspired by her to not give up on our dreams and have the courage to try at the least. Her story is empowering and lets you know that, if you really believe in something, you should never allow anything to stop you from achieving it, not even a bullet.

Even though we picked the young readers edition, Yousafzai doesn’t sugar coat the story and maintains the gory details and violence that she experienced in Pakistan. That being said, the entire book is extremely stimulating and will definitely keep you turning the pages. Even though bad things do happen during the course of the book, we couldn't wait to find out what happened next. There are death threats and mass murders, but if you can handle that, the book will be worth the read. Like all readers, we do like when good things happen to great people, and the fact that the book has a happy ending for Yousafzai teaches young adults that you can achieve anything you put your mind to.

The book is this generation’s masterpiece and will surely be cherished for the long haul.

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Astrology

March 2015

Pisces 19 February — 20 March "Understanding" is a most appropriate keyword for this gentle, affectionate sign. Easy-going and generally accepting of others around them, Pisceans are often found in the company of a variety of different personalities. Their willingness to give of themselves emotionally lends to an aura of quiet empathy. A Pisces is comforting to be around. While not likely to be the leader, this sign's presence is strong and vibrant in any cause they put their hearts into.

ARIES

TAURUS

GEMINI

CANCER

March 2015 will bring you lots of positive moments in business and work. During the first half of the month, you will feel an influx of strength and desire to work hard towards a result. By focusing your efforts in the right direction, you will soon reach your desired results, after which no-one can stop you on your path to achieving what you most desire. This month, make sure that you keep in mind that it is important to persevere despite the odds.

March 2015 will seem like a relatively stable time for the Taurus. This is a relatively slow period and will not bring up too many issues when it comes to work. Just try to stay calm and collected, and try to negate any arguments if possible. This is the right time to keep yourself in check and not let your emotions control you. This way, everything will go the way it should, and situations can be easily be resolved in a way where everyone comes out a winner.

You will experience a powerful positive influence this March. In terms of work, you will receive an overwhelming amount of support and encouragement to get you started. This will be an opportunity to learn more about yourself. This is not the time to fill yourself with doubt and discouragement. Just have faith and don’t deny any opportunities that come your way, even if they seem a little strange to you. Think, analyse and weigh the risks of the situation and then act bravely.

March gives you the freedom to take important actions that could potentially lead to much better results. This month, all the opportunities seem to lay in front of you, so be open and responsive. Should there be complicated situations, your friends and colleagues will come to your aid and help you to resolve issues. This is the month to make tough, complicated decisions that don’t just affect you but several other people, too. Don’t worry much and ensure that you use the resources available to you.

LEO

VIRGO

LIBRA

SCORPIO

March 2015 is a time when Leos should be especially protective with their work.

There seems to be some form of threat, otherwise all other fields within your life are relatively stable. Due to the issues related to work, you will face some problems related to finance. Just ensure that you make sure to read the fine prints and details, and mobilise your resources to accomplish all of the tasks that you have planned. Do not worry if something is happening at a much slower rate than you initially planned.

This month, you will receive a varying spectrum of unique possibilities, which has the potential to create something very serious. Within your work and finances, this will be a very positive time and you will be able to complete all of your current projects, after which you can begin to realise new ones. Even boring tasks will practically resolve themselves. Make sure to try and fix the technical aspects of your business as much as possible, as that is the only part of your work that needs special attention.

March 2015 is a peculiar time for you. It will leave you feeling a little confused and hazy, as you will not be equipped with all the details required to make the right decisions. This will also be the month where you will lack support and aid from certain situations that have the ability to influence your life in the most negative way. It is recommended that you stay calm and reach your goals methodically without being idle. If you have the authority and power to resolve the situation then do so.

March 2015 will be a positive and supportive month. It is likely that situations will arise that may determine the key trends of your life for the upcoming year. It is advised that, in order to reach your goals, it is imperative to create a powerful base for further development. This is the time for growth and development; the more you work, the more you will get back and all the right people will start to notice you. This is the month to take on new opportunities and beginnings after due diligence.

SAGITTARIUS

CAPRICORN

AQUARIUS

PISCES

March 2015 is a time of stability. It will not be without its problems, but it will overall be positive. In terms of work, you will be able to achieve all of your goals, although you will have to work very hard for it. Be careful not make any decisions unless you are clear of your choices, as you have a high chance of being cheated or failing. Be attentive this month, and try to understand things around you by yourself and then look to the external factors. Emotions will be your worst enemies right now, so make mindful decisions.

March 2015 will be an exclusively positive time for you that leads to a defining influence on your future.

This will be a time for an immense dynamic flow of positive energy, which will lead to a rise in productivity and an overall a rise in energy.

If you invest too much effort in one thing, then in the end you are running the risk of not handling the load. Hold yourself together, and do not let the passion of work turn into an obsession, as you will miss out on your personal relationships.

March will not be a simple time for you as you are forced to work hard. In regards to work, you will have a unique chance to start everything over, such as change your work place or get a better offer. In March, all doors are open to you; you just need the desire, concentration and conviction.

Within personal relationships, ensure that you make rational decisions. Also make sure to spend as much time as possible with them and, when speaking, ensure clarity and kindness as there is a high chance for misunderstanding.

March holds a variety of unique advantages, manifested mostly in the sharpening of your intuition.

You will be able to resolve your health problems quickly and efficiently. Regarding work and finances, you will bring forth many unforgettable and wonderful experiences, which will increase your earnings significantly. March has the potential to change your life drastically, but it all depends on the decisions that you make.

Concentrate on your desires and do not doubt yourself and your goals.

20 March — 19 April

22 July — 22 August

22 November — 21 December

19 April — 20 May

22 August — 22 September

21 December — 20 January

20 May — 21 June

22 September — 23 October

20 January — 18 February

21 June — 22 July

23 October — 22 November

19 February — 20 March

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News Ajman University Students Take an Emotional Trip to Tawam Hospital The Community Services Department at Ajman University of Science & Technology undertakes initiatives that encourage and instil the students with the value of giving back to society.

Aligned with this aim, it commemorated the World Cancer Day by organising an emotional trip to Tawam Hospital.

Sixteen male students hailing from different colleges at Ajman University, along with student activities officer, Noor Al Chaghouri, visited the cancer patients. Bearing gifts and cheerful wishes, they talked and played with the 26 young patients whose age ranged from newborn to 12 years old.

Dr. Abdul Haq Al Nuaimi, director, Department of Community Services, stressed that such days are marked around the world to raise awareness about cancer and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.

Students at Ajman University enjoy a comprehensive experience which surpasses the realm of academia into the very fabric of their lives. Students expressed their moving experiences of seeing innocent children battling with a formidable enemy — cancer. World Cancer Day is a unique opportunity to raise awareness that there is much that can be done at an individual, community and institutional level, to harness and mobilise solutions and catalyse a positive change in attitude towards this disease.

Skyline Inter-University Sports Festival concludes The 2nd Skyline Inter-University Sports Festival 2015 was an event to watch out this season. The 5-day festival which started on February 22, 2015 culminated on February 26, 2015.

The sports festival also assumes special importance this year as Skyline celebrates its Silver Jubilee from January 15, 2015 onwards which will be marked by yearlong celebrations.

The results of the sports festival are as follows: Football 1) City University College Ajman, 2) American University of Sharjah, Basketball Men 1) American University of Sharjah, 2) Skyline University College Basketball Women 1) American University of Sharjah, 2) University of Wollongong in Dubai Throw ball 1) University of Wollongong in Dubai, 2) Skyline University College Table Tennis Men 1) Skyline University College, 2) Amity University Dubai Table Tennis Women 1) University of Wollongong in Dubai, 2) American University of Sharjah Cricket 1) University of Wollongong in Dubai, 2) Amity University Dubai University of Wollongong in Dubai emerged as the overall champions.

Mr Sanjay Benjamin who heads – Sports Department at the Skyline University also spoke at length about the Skyline’s preparations for the festival, “Skyline who is celebrating the silver jubilee year has a very strong sports culture and a pioneer in the region. 16th Skyline Cup Cricket Tournament is the oldest Inter-university Cricket Tournament in UAE. As we have developed more grounds and other facilities we started a sports festival also some years back to encourage sports among the youth in the University level. 25 universities are participating in this year’s event and next two weks will be of exciting matches in various games.”

His Excellency Parham has been the UK Ambassador in the UAE since July 2014, and the visit was intended to acquaint His Excellency with the university’s programmes and meet with its students, alumni and faculty to affirm the special connection that BUiD has enjoyed with the UK since its establishment in 2003. Parham has served in various postings in the UK Foreign Office, Washington, Riyadh, New York and Africa. His current mission is to promote UK security and commercial interests in the UAE.

UK Ambassador Philip Parham Visits The British University in Dubai The British Ambassador to the UAE, Philip Parham, and representatives from the British Embassy visited The British University in Dubai’s campus at Dubai International Academic City on February 19. He was welcomed by Prof. Abdullah Alshamsi, vice chancellor, Martin Prince, registrar, and staff from The British University in Dubai, and went on to meet students and alumni for a broad and informative discussion.

Abu Dhabi Festival 2015 to Empower UAE Youth Through Education and Community Arts Programmes Abu Dhabi Festival 2015, organised by Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation (ADMAF), will present an extensive educational and community arts programme throughout the month of March and beyond. The diverse line-up of free concerts, performances, workshops, lectures and exhibitions across the UAE is inspired by the festival’s theme, "Idea: The Seed of Invention", and will affirm the festival’s position as a leading cultural event in the Middle East.

The education and community programme embraces the communities of the seven Emirates, upholding the spirit of ‘Bilad Al Khayr’ (The Land of Blessings). Inspired by the UAE’s ‘Year of Innovation’, many events will combine arts with science.

BUiD has maintained strong connections with UK bodies here in the UAE since its unique university model was developed by then Consul General Simon Collins, Tim Gore from the British Council, the British Business Group (BBG) (which is one of BUiD’s founders and currently one of the largest and most active such groups in the world), and senior representatives from the Dubai Ruler’s Court.

The British Embassy in the UAE is highly supportive of BUiD activities, with the British Consul General being a regular VIP guest at BUiD’s graduation ceremonies, which have now awarded over 600 post-graduate degrees, including nine doctorates to a student population including 30% Emiratis.

Adventures into UAE heritage abound at World Storytelling Day with authors Noura al Noman, Diala Arslan and Rym Ghazal.

While in film, roundtable discussions with leading figures Salem Brahim and Manish Pandey are set to inspire.

For the children of Zayed Higher Organisation Al Ain and the Future Centre for Special Needs, a dynamic music residency led by Live Music Now’s The Spencer-Strachan Duo (violin and cello) will involve students in a month-long marathon of musicmaking, culminating in group performances. The programme is in association with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA).

During Abu Dhabi Festival 2015, the Gulf Capital-ADMAF Creativity Award 2015 will be awarded to a talented Emirati national aged 18 to 35 for a visual arts, performing arts, literature, animation or film submission, and the TOTAL-Abu Dhabi Festival Visual Arts Award 2015 will offer a Dh10,000 prize to an exceptional emerging Emirati artist.

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