StudenTalk #169 - July/ August 2015

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Yousef Al-Nasser Capturing Every Moment

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C O M PAS S

Dear Students, June 26, 2015.

A day never to be forgotten, a day to forever change the way we perceive the world around us...

A day that rewrote our history...

Pause with me for a second and think.

A human being has found it within himself to enter a mosque, during Friday Prayers, during the holy month of Ramadan and kill innocent lives!

How? Brainwashed?

Brainwashed...

What a scary concept... What a scary concept when we know that most people are susceptible to brainwashing, especially when they are young, when they are confused and weak, when they are in need...

Pause with me and think.

How many times have you been confused in your life? Felt weak? Felt a need to find a meaning to your existence? Felt a need to belong to an entity bigger than yourself?

Well June 26, 2015 is the day that should stop all your confusion and clear your mind and heart forever.

If you want a meaning to your life, then building Kuwait and playing a positive role, no matter how small, should be your meaning.

If you need to belong, belong to Kuwait, in all its diversity, in all its unity, in all its modernism, in all its traditions, in all its openness and in all its heritage.

My students, the Arab world is being invaded with hatred, what will you do?

Everyone talks politics these days like they have studied history or political science or have done their PhDs in human rights and judicial law, but if you listen carefully it is not politics they speak! They speak of divide, planting the seeds of distrust, of destruction.

My students, what will you do?

My students you have a great responsibility today! You have to take June 26 and rewrite your history!

Say NO. No to anyone who tries to divide you.

No to anyone who tries to pull you into a political debate.

No to anyone who tries to buy your allegiance with empty promises of a better tomorrow.

No to anyone who sanctions destruction or chaos.

And say YES my students, say YES. Say yes to studying.

Say yes to working.

Say yes to earning your salary no matter how small or big it may be.

Say yes to cleaning your shores.

Say yes to extending a hand to the needy.

Say yes to exploring your talents.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nouf Al-Hajri nouf@ph7-kw.com MANAGING DIRECTOR Zeina Mokaddam zeina@ph7-kw.com LEGAL CONSULTANT Khaled Al-Kandari Al-Kandari Law Firm MARKETING TEAM Acting Operations Manager Rana Kaafarani rana@ph7-kw.com EDITORIAL TEAM Editor Ali Al-Hassan ali@ph7-kw.com PR & Marketing Coordinator Zeina Al-Ayoub pr@ph7-kw.com CREATIVE TEAM Graphic Designer Tarek Kabbani tarek@ph7-kw.com IT Developer Nidal Shehadeh digital@ph7-kw.com PHOTOGRAPHY Editorial Photographer Khaled Sandid khaled.sandid@ph7-kw.com PRODUCTION Production Manager Jad Nahas CIRCULATION TEAM Circulation Manager Ragheed Al-Ani ragheed@ph7-kw.com Distributers Adel Farouk Roshan Sapumal Ajith Kumara CONTRIBUTORS Wala’a Moussa

Say yes...

Say yes we are PROUD to be Kuwaiti, and we are nothing BUT Kuwaiti, no religion nor sect defines us, but the love of our God, our country and our leader.

June 26, 2015...

Don’t ever forget this day...

Take this tragedy and turn it into the greatest victory...

The victory of unity, the victory of love, the victory of respect...

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The victory of being Kuwaiti!

PS: I am a Lebanese who has chosen Kuwait as my second home and I am appealing to you from all my heart and every cell of my being, please, I beseech you, do not allow politics to do to you what it has already done to Lebanon...

Bless you and bless Kuwait, Zeina Mokaddam

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Cover Story

Yousef Al-Nasser

Capturing Every Moment Singing, songwriting, acting, dancing… Is there anything that Yousef can’t do? Well, we know that it definitely isn’t photography! He has taken yet another gift of his to a new level and we get to sit with this multi-talented man to see how things have been for him recently.

Tell us a little about yourself My name is Yousef Al-Nasser and I’m 20-years old studying Journalism/ Communications at AUK. I’m crazy about many different types of arts such as photography, music, and even dancing! I’m half Kuwaiti and half Italian but have been living in Kuwait my whole life. I really hope that I can venture out into the world and take more photos.

How is it being a part of the music scene in Kuwait?

It’s fun! You get to mix with many different people that like different kinds of music. It’s a little difficult to find that usually but with things such as Bayt Lothan and Cee Kuwait, you are getting to meet different groups of people and are able to learn from one another.

It’s wonderful overall.

How is your experience with One World Actors Centre?

I have been acting with the director, Alison Price, since I was 5-years-old! We have been with each other throughout everything here.

It has been incredible working with them in regards to the shows that we put on and the reactions that we get.

What made you venture into photography?

I’m not certain what exactly triggered me to like photography. Like many others, I took pictures on my phone regularly but then I realized that, if I took some time with it, I can take better photos! I purchased my first camera and took photos while it’s been 2-3 years. I am now also a food photographer for restaurants. Thanks to the help of looking at other photographers such as Ansel Adams who is incredible!

Do you feel that photography helps you express yourself more?

Well, it’s different. What is expressed in each art differs; Music allows me to work on emotions while drama helps me escape reality for a little bit. Photography allows me to express what I see of the world that others don’t see. When I take pictures in Kuwait of certain things, I try to put a perspective on it to make everyone see the beautiful side of the country.

Top: Italy • Bottom: Kuwait Desert • Right: Mubarakiya, Kuwait City

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Top: Cinque Terre, Italy • Bottom: Mahboula, Kuwait • Right: Kuwait City

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Students Said Polls

WE ASKED

Are you traveling during the Eid Holidays? If yes, where are you going?

A) Middle East/Gulf Region (15%) B) Asia (9%) C) Europe (40%)

D) North America (30%) E) South America (6%)

A

15%

B

9%

E

6%

D

YOU VOTED

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C

40%

30%

Alia Assaf AUK Accounting Finance

Sara Al-Qenai AUK Marketing Management

Afnan Al-Daqqaq AUK Marketing Management

Shemayel AUK Marketing Mmanagement

Majid Kassim AUK Communications

Farah D AUK Accounting

Manar Al-Azmi AUK Economics

Lina Kamal AUK Economics

Shaikha AUK SBSA

Abdulwahab AUK Accounting

Ali Syad AUK BBA

Saud Al-Awadhi GUST CS

Arash GUST CS

Maryam Al-Omani GUST Education

Mariam GUST MCM Radio TV

Abdullah Al-Dewan GUST Computer Science

Ahmad Koujan GUST Accounting

Mohammed Koujan GUST MIS

Abdulrahman Qamhiya GUST Finance

Rawad A GUST Marketing

Reem Khatib GUST Finance

Amir GUST Marketing

Estifan GUST IBM

Faris GUST MIS

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Alex GUST Radio TV

Mohammad Salehi GUST Accounting

Talal Al-Khamis GUST Marketing

Ali Beidass GUST Accounting

Mohammad Eidan GUST PR

Yousef GUST MIS

Ahmed Al-Refaie GUST International Business

Ahmad GUST Accounting

Jasmine GUST Marketing

Ali GUST Marketing

Ali Gawaby GUST Management

Fatenah GUST English Literature

Bader Al-Hazeem GUST MIS

Abdulrahman Al-Hadlaq GUST Accounting

Sulaiman Abouabdah GUST Computer Science

Mahmoud GUST Marketing

Karim GUST Visual Communication

Fahad GUST IBA

Khalid Al-Shraifi GUST MIS

Adnan ACK Business

Lewa’a Al-Awadhi ACK Aviation

Jassem ACK Mechanical Engineering

Abdullah ACK Mechanical Engineering

Ahmad Farhan ACK Mechanical Engineering

Mohammed Al-Kandary, ACK, Mechanical Engineering

Mubarak ACK Oil and Gas

Sadi Arandi ACK Oil and Gas

Basel Al-Aradah ACK Mechanical Engineering

Faihan ACK Electrical Engineering

Mohammed Masoud ACK English

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Students Said Voice Your Opinion

WE ASKED Which country would you like to visit, and Why?

YOU SAID

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Rawan AUK Accounting

Khalid Baz AUK Accounting/ Finance

Abdullah Marhaba AUK Accounting

Farah Makkawi AUK Management

Hamza Monem AUK Economics

Palestine, because it’s my country and I would love to visit and see it.

Brazil since their culture is extremely interesting!

I want to visit Egypt since I haven’t visited it before.

I would love to visit Spain because it really is an amazing country.

I want to go to FIU Florida so that I can do my MBA.

Mohamed Al-Tanani AUK Accounting

Rula GUST Marketing

Ayoub GUST PR

Esraa Ali Bin Hussain GUST English Literature

Mohammad Wattar GUST International Business

The place I want to visit is Mexico since I really love their food.

England since it’s an interesting country and I would love to know more about it.

I wish to visit Saudi Arabia and go to Makkah for Hajj.

The United States mainly because of the Hollywood movies that I have seen.

Japan for sure! I’m in love with its culture, people and nature.

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Ahmad Al-Fadhli GUST PR/Advertising

Hussain Al-Wazzan GUST Accounting

Fayth GUST TV/Radio

Fares Ayash GUST Marketing

Abdulwahab Al-Derbas GUST Accounting

Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is a country with colorful life and joy.

Thailand because I’m going to party for the whole day!

The far east: Japan, China, etc. The culture fascinates me and there’s a lot of history

Thailand so that I can party for the full day

Japan since it’s one of the most innovated and peaceful places to be!

Jhi Krayet GUST Engineering

Dina Al-Qenaie GUST English Literature

Abdulwahab Al-Saad GUST PR

Ibtihaj GUST Finance

Mohamed GUST PR

Spain and Ireland since they have beautiful nature.

Bora Bora and the Caribbean since the scenery is just breath-taking.

I want to go to France so that I am able to see the Eiffel Tower.

I would love to go to the Bahamas since it’s a romantic honeymoon place.

I want to visit Sweden because I haven’t been able to go there yet.

Deema Al-Ghanim GUST International Business

Ohoud Al-Rashedi, GUST Accounting

Abdulazaz Al-Ghais GUST Accounting

Yousef M GUST Visual Communication

Salem GUST MIS

Australia so that I can visit the great barrier reef.

I don’t have any plans as to where I want to go right now.

Mikonos because l love the islands and I want to tan and relax there.

Amsterdam because it’s beautiful and a very peaceful place

America since I want to be Mr. Olympia there.

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Students Said Voice Your Opinion

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Ahmad GUST PR

Tony GUST Marketing

Essa Saleh ACK Mechanical Engineering

Saoud Al-Othman ACK Mechanical Engineering

USA because I want to see the amazing views that I have seen in the movies.

I want to go to Amsterdam so that I am able to party there.

I would choose Spain because I would love to visit Barcelona.

I want to go to Japan because I really like that place.

Ali ACK Mechanical Engineering

Abdulmohsen ACK Electrical Engineering

Haydar ACK Oil and Gas

Fekry El-Sayed ACK Mechanical Engineering

The United Kingdom because I love the weather there.

Indiana, United States since I have friends there and I would love to visit.

Turkey because of the nature and the views that are there.

I want to visit Egypt because it is my country and I love the place so much.

Yousef Al-Najdi ACK Civil Engineering

Salem ACK Civil Engineering

Mahdi Dashti ACK Mechanical Engineering

Maryam Al-Qallaf ACK Engineering

Tokyo, Japan to see the Japanese people and the technology that they have.

Thailand because I am in desperate need of some water activities.

Japan because there is technology everywhere and I can improve my major.

I would like to visit Kenya because I really enjoy the safari.

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Athbi ACK Engineering

Jawad ACK Engineering

Mohammed ACK Mechanical Engineering

Fahad ACK Civil Engineering

America because there is a lot to do, good weather, and great nightlife.

Spain because I want to visit my favorite club, Real Madrid!

Russia because I find it extremely beautiful there.

I want to go to Miami since I want to visit my brother who lives there.

Asma ACK Oil and Gas

Hassan ACK Oil and Gas

Salem Qassem ACK Mechanical Engineering

Bader Asfour AUK Finance/ Economics

I would love to go to Australia to complete my studies there.

Paris for sure since I would love to see the Eiffel Tower.

I would go to Germany because the sports there are very accommodated.

Colombia because I would love to enjoy the culture and traditions!

IN THIS SECTION We give the students of Kuwait a platform from which to express their beliefs on the matters that affect them. Here, students get the opportunity to voice their opinions, whilst allowing others to hear them out.

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‫‪Student Life University Activities‬‬

‫كلية بوكسهل الكويت‬ ‫مستمرين في إستقبال طلبات اإللتحاق لخريجي الثانوية العامة‬

‫تعلن كلية بوكسهل الكويت أول كلية خاصة للبنات عن‬ ‫إستمرارية إستقبال طلبات اإللتحاق بالبعثات الداخلية‬ ‫لخريجي الثانوية العامة علم ًا بان أوقات إستقبال هذه‬ ‫الطلبات في أيام الشهر الفضيل من الساعة العاشرة صباح ًا‬ ‫لغاية الساعة الثانية ظهراً‪ .‬وتدعوا الكلية جميع الطالبات‬ ‫الراغبات في التسجيل لزيارة موقع الكلية في أبو حليفة‬ ‫‪.‬وتتوجه الكلية باحر التهاني والتبريكات بمناسبة حلول‬ ‫شهر رمضان المبارك‪.‬‬ ‫كلية بوكسهل هي أول كلية خاصة للبنات في الكويت‬ ‫حاصلة على االعتماد االكاديمي المؤسسي من مجلس‬ ‫الجامعات الخاصة في دولة الكويت‪ .‬وهي فرع معتمد من‬ ‫قبل هيئات التعليم العالي االسترالية من جامعة بوكسهل‬ ‫في أستراليا والتي لديها أكثر من ‪ 80‬عام ًا من الخبرة ‪ .‬تمنح‬ ‫كلية بوكسهل الكويت شهادات الدبلوم األسترالية‬ ‫المعترف بها محلي ًا ودولي ًا وتؤهل لشهادة البكالوريوس‬ ‫بعدد من اإلختصصات في ادارة االعمال والفنون التطبيقية‪.‬‬ ‫ويوفر قسم الدراسات اإلدارية في الكلية التخصصات‬

‫التالية‪ :‬إدارة خدمات مصرفية‪ ،‬إدراة أعمال عامة ‪ ،‬إدراة‬ ‫أعمال تخصص تسويق‪ .‬ولالشارة‪ ،‬فقد شهد هذا القسم‬ ‫تطورا كبيرا في هيكلة برامجه األكاديمية بما يوفر تكوينا‬ ‫علميا متميزا للطالبات اللواتي يرغبن في االلتحاق بسوق‬ ‫العمل أو تكملة دراستهن العليا وزيادة فرصتهن في نقل‬ ‫مواد إلى المؤسسات الجامعية األخرى داخل وخارج الكويت‪.‬‬ ‫كما للكلية قسم للفنون التطبيقية يوفر التخصصات‬ ‫التالية ‪ :‬تصميم الجرافيكي‪ ،‬ديكور وتصميم داخلي‪ .‬لقد‬ ‫تميزهذا القسم في السنوات السابقة بوفرة األنشطة‬ ‫العملية‪ ،‬وبالعديد من إنجازات الطالبات تحت اإلشراف‬ ‫الدقيق من قبل أساتذتهن‪ .‬وشاركن بعدد من المسابقات‬ ‫الدولية والمعارض على مستوى دولة الكويت كإفتتاح‬ ‫حديقة اليرموك النموذجية الذي كان من تنظيم منظمة‬ ‫األمم المتحدة ‪ ،‬باإلضافة إلى العمل مع برنامج األمم‬ ‫المتحدة اإلنمائي لتصميم عدد من اللوحات الفنية الخاصة‬ ‫التي ستعلق داخل مبنى االمم المتحدة في الكويت‪.‬‬

‫علم ًا ان الكلية توفر برنامج الدراسة المسائية في تخصص‬ ‫الديكور والتصميم‪ .‬وهو نفس البرنامج الذي يدرس في‬ ‫الفترة الصباحية حيث قررت الكلية تمديد فترة دوامه‬ ‫للفترة المسائية وذلك لتمكين الطالبات الالتي لهن‬ ‫وظائف من الدراسة خالل خارج أوقات الدوام الرسمي‪.‬‬ ‫ويذكر أن أعضاء الهيئة التدريسية في كلية بوكسهل‬ ‫الكويت هم نخبة من أفضل المدرسين الذي لديهم خبرة‬ ‫عملية وأكاديمية وقد كرموا في أكثر من مناسبة على‬ ‫صعيد الخليج والكويت لمشاركتهم الفعالة في معارض‬ ‫ومؤتمرات عديدة‪.‬‬ ‫ككيان جامعي ‪ ،‬تقوم كلية بوكسهل الكويت بدعم هدف‬ ‫الدولة التنموي في دولة الكويت من خالل تطوير الرأس‬ ‫المال البشري واإلستجابة بشكل مستمر الى إحتياجات‬ ‫سوق العمل بما يخدم االقتصاد الكويتي‪.‬‬ ‫لالشارة يمكن متابعة أخبار الكلية في صفحتها على‬ ‫الموقع اإلجتماعي فايس بوك ‪ ،‬تويتر و إنستغرام ‪.‬‬

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‫حياة الطلبة نشطة‪ /‬فعاليات‬

‫نادي فن الخطابة‬ ‫في كلية بوكسهل الكويت‬

‫أعلن قسم شؤون الطلبة في كلية بوكسهل الكويت عن‬ ‫تأسيس نادي طالبي يعنى بفن الخطابة والذي يهدف الى‬ ‫تطوير قدرات الطالبات في مجال فنون الخطابة واالتصال‬ ‫والقيادة‪ .‬وما سيميز هذا النادي هو أسلوب التدريب فيه‬ ‫حيث سيعتمد على مبدأ «التعلم بالممارسة العملية»‪،‬‬ ‫وهو أسلوب تتبعه الكلية في جميع برامجها األكاديمية‪.‬‬ ‫سينظم النادي العديد من المحاضرات والندوات والورشات‬ ‫والممارسات العملية التي ستساعد الطالبات على تطوير‬ ‫فنون االتصال فضال عن الصفات القيادية الفعالة األخرى‬ ‫عبر منهج عملي مدروس وممتع ‪.‬‬

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‫ومن ضمن مسؤولية النادي تشكيل فريق من طالبات‬ ‫الكلية وتأهيله ليشارك في مناظرات مؤسسات التعليم‬ ‫العالي باللغةين العربية واإلنجليزية‪ ،‬علم ًا ان طالبات كلية‬ ‫بوكسهل كانت لهن أول مشاركة في مناظرات جامعة‬ ‫الكويت للسنة األولى وقد كانت تجربة فريدة من نوعها‬ ‫يخوضها الطالبات والتي حفزتهن على تطوير مهاراتهن‬ ‫الخطابية والحوارية‪.‬‬ ‫واشاد رئيس الكلية الدكتور علي عريفة لهذه المبادرة‬ ‫مبين ًا أن اإلدارة مهتمة دائما بتلبية احتياجات الطالبات‬ ‫األكاديمية وتطوير مهارات اإلتصال والقيادة لديهن وذلك‬ ‫لبناء شخصياتهن وصقل مواهبهن وتوظيف طاقتهن‬ ‫فيما هو مثمر ونافع‪ ،‬ويقع بذلك على عاتقه مسؤولية‬ ‫الكلية تقديم خدمات متميزة وذات جودة عاليه للطالبات‬ ‫تليق بمستواهن األكاديمي وترقي بمستوي الكلية‪.‬‬

Student Life University Activities

The American University of Kuwait

Graduates its 10 th Class The American University of Kuwait (AUK) hosted the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2015at the Kuwait International Fairgrounds in Mishref on Thusday 11 June, where 315students officially became AUK graduates. The ceremony was attended by Shaikha Dana Nasser Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, Founder and Chair of AUK, along with members of the AUK Board of Trustees, diplomats, dignitaries, and the families and friends of this year’s graduates.

Ms. Amal Al-Binali, Vice President for Admissions and Public Affairs, welcomed the guests and family members of the graduates to AUK’s 10th graduation ceremony and officially commenced the ceremony by announcing the traditional faculty processional.

an ending of a phase, but a beginning of a new one, and advised them to be honest with themselves and to cast away self-doubt.

“Reflect on your decisions, seek advice, but be decisive. Do not agonize over changing tracks if you realize that path is not for you to follow.

The Class of 2015 followed the faculty processional into the hall. The faculty of the College of Arts & Sciences were led by the Associate Dean of the College, Dr. Ali Charara, the faculty of the College of Business & Economics are led by Prof. Rafiqul Bhuyan, Chair of the Department of Finance in the College of Business and Economics, and the students were led by the Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Hanan Muzaffar.

Your path, even with its detours, is a process of life - like a game of Snakes and Ladders, with its ups and downs. Success and achievements are not take-out orders. Remember that at the end of the day, you have yourself to contend with your integrity and self-satisfaction within,” she said.

The President’s party was led by the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, Dr. Rawda Awwad, bearer of the University mace - a symbol of protection for the University President. She was followed by H.E Nabeela Al-Mulla, Associate Dean for Accreditation in the College of Business and Economics, Dr. Marcelline Fusilier, AUK’s Registrar, Dr. Pierre Murr, Chief Information Officer, Mr. Rusty Bruns and AUK President, Dr. Nizar Hamzeh.

Following the processional, graduates and guests were asked to rise for the National Anthem, which was followed by a recitation from the Holy Quran.

The President introduced this year’s keynote speaker, H.E AmbassadorAl-Mulla, a Representative to NATO, and Former Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Brussels, Luxembourg, and the European Union, who is also a Former Honorary Member of the AUK Board of Trustees, and invited her to the stage to deliver her keynote address.

H.E Ambassador Al-Mulla, in her keynote address to the students, explained to them that receiving their degrees marked not only

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H.E Ambassador Al-Mulla also reminded the graduates that although they possess their degrees and the skies seem limitless, they must maintain strong roots in the ground. “Yes, you have earned wings, but remember too that you have roots that need to be strengthened and nurtured. You shall embrace the ‘global village’, but your roots remain at home, with your family and your community. They are your life line; ever present, ever embracing. Be true to them as you remain true to yourself; all inclusive as an achiever,” she said.

The event then proceeded to the part of the ceremony that the graduates have been anticipating; the distribution of their earned degrees. The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Rawda Awwad, recommended the conferral of degrees for the graduates of the College of Arts & Sciences, while Associate Dean for Accreditation in the College of Business and Economics, Dr. Marcelline Fusilier, recommended the conferral of degrees for the graduates of the College of Business and Economics, to President Hamzeh, who then conferred upon the graduates their respective degrees. The graduates were then awarded their bachelor’s degree diplomas by Dr. Hamzeh, H.E Ambassador Nabeela Al-Mulla, Dr. Rawda Awwad, and Dr. Marcelline Fusilier.

‫ديوانية الطلبة مساحة حرة‬

''I Will Survive''

By Wala'a Moussa

Summer is basically here and, as a student, I have one of two choices: vacation or summer classes. The beach, sun and sand or Quick Copy, classes and finals. The decision is not as easy as it looks. Having Gloria Gaynor’s “I Will Survive” on replay in my head, I’m writing this ‘not so happy’ article. Since I’m graduating this summer (hallelujah!) I have to do two internships and take a class to be able to graduate this year. When you think of it that way, the decision becomes 10 times harder.

My decision was to take summer, obviously since I’m writing this article as part of my Internship for STUDENTALK. After four long years of suffering, studying and working on projects you would think all I need is the beach but it’s really just graduating and getting this over with. But, then again, of course I always have my way of making myself feel better.

Come on, if I don’t make myself feel better who will? So the process of ‘making Walaa feel better about taking two summer blocks is long, continuous and actually fun’. So basically other than the girly tiny stuff such as getting myself a pedicure, manicure and a lot of shopping, planning an outing every now and then, meeting friends who are here for vacation and friends I don’t usually get to see would be a good change. Tanning and gatherings are two primary things to survive these few weeks without going crazy. It’s all about the company not the place; so as long I’m surrounded by family and good friends I will survive, I will survive…

So a little advice from a suffering soul: it’s all going to be worth it at the end of it all. You give and take so I’m giving this summer to myself and getting a better summer soon to myself as well. Studying and working might not be the ideal way to spend summer but getting the reward for all the hard work is for sure worth it.

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Student Diwaniya Topic of the Month

Great Summer Destinations

''Traveling tends to Magnify all Human Emotions''

The main question of the summer arises as we all wonder where we should go and spend our summer holidays. London? Paris? New York?

Well, there are many places that we can go but there are also some gorgeous destinations that don’t usually cross our minds!

Here are some places that are definitely worth the visit!

Malaga, Spain Spain is one of the places that people usually love to visit but Malaga may not always be a top priority. This summer, it should be! With their new Art Museum, “The Cube”, being built there, there is a lot to see! In addition, Malaga also offers great nightlife, food, shopping destinations, and many other things to keep you busy while you’re there. You simply cannot go wrong with this choice!

Konstanz, Germany You may have been to Germany before, but you have not seen it all if you didn’t take the opportunity to visit Konstanz! It is a University city located at the western end of Lake Constance in the south-west corner of Germany.

You can make your way around by bike and enjoy the beautiful weather near the lake and soak in some of the sun while tanning there as well! The small city has a lot to offer and you won’t find any moment of boredom there.

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‫ديوانية الطلبة موضوع الشهر‬

Victoria, Australia Not a big fan of the heat? Well, that shouldn’t stop you from going on vacation and Victoria, Australia may actually be the place for you!

The resorts available offer a wide range of snow activities such as dog sled rides, skiing, snowboarding, and others while staying at places such as Mount Hotham, which is known to be the “powder capital” of Australia!

Melbourne is close-by as well and you can take a break from all the snow to pass by there and visit some of their great malls and participate in the many activities offered!

Essaouira, Morocco Essaouira isn’t a place that is frequently visited mainly because it used to be a hassle getting there since you will have to go through Marrakech first before taking a ride there for approximately two-hours. Now, they have been able to make it easier, especially if you plan to travel there from the UK. Souks, restaurants with breathtaking views, and beautiful beaches are all there for you to guarantee having a vacation that you will never forget!

Machu Picchu, Peru Make the trip through the Sacred Valley of the Inca to the ancient city of Machu Picchu in Peru. To protect the integrity of this route, only 500 government-issued Inca Trail permits are issued per day and they go fast! This should not discourage you from making the trip though as you can also take any of their alternate routes such as trains or buses. This destination is highly recommended for anyone who feels like going on a memorable and intriguing adventure this summer!

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Making Kuwait Proud Local Artists

Carol Souki A talk with the Songstress Carol Souki has taken the country by storm with her magnificent voice and beautiful shows. STUDENTALK was able to sit with her and see how she has been able to become the person that she is today.

Tell us more about yourself My name is Carol Souki and I’m Venezuelan/ Lebanese. I was raised in Venezuela until I was 9-years-old and then moved to Kuwait until I finished high school. I was in talent shows at AIS and was able to get a lot of training through that. After graduating, I went to Berklee College of Music and my major was in Music Therapy, which focuses on working with people that have issues and use music to help them heal or relax. It was a great experience and you meet so many people as you learn different skills and other techniques from them with time.

If you had to choose an artist that you look up to, who would it be?

I would have to go with Whitney Houston, she has been through a lot and her power is unbelievable. I also have to mention Beyonce because of her dedication and her ‘fierce’ drive. Lyrically, I like Jill Scott. There are many different artists with different things about them that I personally look up to.

What are your future plans?

My main goal is to finish the album because I would love to move to Europe or Dubai, wherever there is an opportunity. I don’t want to go Since you began, how do you feel your music empty handed so every gig I do is a build-up for me to reach my goal. journey has developed?

Furthermore, I’m hoping to release I was able to build connections with musicians a video this summer. in the States and Middle East. I have collaborated on their tracks and some artists Any last words for are collaborating in my album. I have worked the readers? with a variety of talented local musicians in Follow me on social media private and public venues in Kuwait. Outlaw and, if you have a passion for Productions has been working with me on the arts, go for it. I’m a music production mixing and mastering my tracks. teacher and am always up for When are you planning to release your album? supporting the kids. Don’t let Hopefully in the Fall since I’m planning to go to things stop your dreams and go Bahrain and sit with my producer for a while so for what you believe in that we can finalize everything. I’m also trying and the message that you want to send to to promote my original work whenever I have the people. gigs while I have released one of my singles on SoundCloud. The album will be focused in English mostly R&B with hints of Latin and Middle Eastern rythms and language.

Do you see yourself as a solo artist later in your career or would you like to be part of a band?

I am a solo artist and have been collaborating with artists within the Middle East and the United States. For this album, I’m hoping to collaborate with Daffy, Flipperaci, Arabique, Omar Afuni, and others. I want to be my own artist but I am always open to collaborations.

What music inspires you most?

It depends on my mood. I have a weakness for R&B/Soul like Jill Scott, Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye. Also, I enjoy Latin music from people like Marc Anthony and Celia Cruz. As for Arabic, I really connect with Fairouz.

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Making Kuwait Proud Active Students

The Prodigy A Talk with Rayan Abdel Baki He was introduced to us as a prodigy and a wizard! A mind captivated by philosophy and science, and at the very young age of 15, he has already published two poetry books and is working on a neuro-scientific hypothesis. How could that be? Who is he? STUDENTALK set about to find out.

Tell us a little bit about yourself I am a 15-year-old Lebanese student at BSK. Poetry ignites me whilst science drives me forward. My interests include neuroscience, which is what I want to go into in the future. I am into destroying pseudoscience, debating controversially, graphic design, acting and obviously poetry. I write in a manner in which I let the reader piece his own title for each poem him/herself, as most of my work is untitled. Hence the name of my upcoming anthology: “An Untitled Pen” – a Pen that belongs to no one. It’s for everyone. A poetry style that is simultaneously prose.

What made you get into poetry?

Poetry is the art of expression when expressionless. Simply when I couldn’t be the pen of my own story, poetry was.

Who has guided you when beginning this journey?

Nejoud Al Yagout – poet of the book ‘This is An Imprint’ who is my mentor. She guided me towards many opportunities. Furthermore, I thank my parents for believing in me.

Tell us more about your upcoming book “An Untitled Pen”.

‘Words from the Sky’ was written when I was 13 and I was quite naïve; it is no longer me.

‘An Untitled Pen’ began when I was 15-yearsold and is more philosophical, where I create a parallel universe with words.

The despair and darkness is only the icing on the cake; a sensitive eye is required to piece the puzzle from my work. The poems in the new book are mostly untitled, and I leave it for the reader to title his/her own story that s/he pieces from my work. A reader does not have to accept the title. The poetry is universal and the title meaning behind ‘An Untitled Pen’ means it is a pen that does not belong to

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anyone. It isn’t mine. I might be the author but you are the story teller. I aim for my poems to be a combination of both prose and poetry - in poetry form and this is the form I used.

Also with my passion for mathematics, biotechnology, neuroscience, computer science and physics, and my work in my hypothesis, I began to be a humanist and aspiring scientist, meaning I look at everything from a scientific point of view. My debates are controversial; you can ask my family! I hope in the near future that the world will become more open-minded and understand something before classifying it as controversial.

What type of poetry interests you the most?

Abstract. Untitled. Free verse. Insightful. Dark.

Who do you look up to for inspiration?

Scientists around the world, especially Jacob Barnett, the 17 year old autistic PhD astrophysicist. He shows me that a teenager can do wonders starting at anytime.

What are your other interests?

Debating, studying neuroscience and scientific research, working on a bio-maths hypothesis that I was busy with for three years, destroying pseudoscience, being a humanist, acting and daring to dream.

Anything else that you would like to add for our readers?

Become the pen in my book. Dare to dream. It is yours. It does not belong to anyone. Live.

Well, as you can see for yourself, surely this young mind is not on a typical journey, With his passion and obvious focus and determination, only time will tell what he will be able to achieve. STUDENTALK shall follow his path to document his imprints...

‫فخر الكويت الطلبة األكثر نشاط ًا‬

A poem from the new anthology:

CINDERELLE My Scheherazade – Conquer my time - before the morrow Let that Nowruz be the cure To paranoia and sorrow Let a sage so supernatural Wrap me in its own right Let the revolution Thrive in the heresy light.

Distorted by the op art Do commence that battle As I cry with the locusts My Arabian Cinderelle

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SUMMER

Making Kuwait Proud LOYAC PROGRAM 2015

OVERVIEW

LOYAC Kuwait for Kenya

The Summer Program is a full structured program includes internship opportunity, certain volunteering hours, bridge workshops, in addition to interesting & valuable weekly meetings, numerous engaging activities & competitions during the program. LOYAC provides jobsites and interns with a professional supervision team; they use a comprehensive evaluation system to monitor the performance of the interns. After completing the program successfully, each intern will get encouraging financial compensation, in addition to experience certificates.

Timeline Bridge June 7 - June 11

Internship

August 2 - August 29

LOYAC that K4K (Kuwait for Kenya) works closely with disadvantaged communities in rural Kenya, to help establish sustainable projects Closing contribute to alleviate poverty and facilitate easier access to basic life and health services.

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Youth Initiatives

Volunteering These projects present June 21 -considerable July 8 opportunities for the youth in Kuwait to engage in effective community building and Who Apply? gainCan valuable insight to youth programming in Kenya. This year, the volunteer mission will be from July 31st to August 15th, and it is designed to help volunteers learn a different culture, exchange views on youth related If you are high school student, issues anda the main projects will be building a waterstudent trench inor a remote Field trips college a freshvillage. graduate will enable the youth to learn about the history, culture traditions of Kenya. Volunteers And meetand therich below criteria: stay with host families in Mombasa to help enhance the feeling of cultural immersion.

August 7 - August 27

September 21

How to Apply?

YOU!

� Go to www.loyac.org apply

� Click on summer ad. Website's home page OR go to ppd, local, summer click on "apply now" � Fill the application

� Ages 16-30 � Minimum GPA - 2.00 � Very good command of English Language

� Online Assessment � Qualified interns will receive a call or sms.

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What’s in the summer program this year?

� Interviews will take place in April and May.

Step One: Bridge Program (Basic skills workshop)

This is an intensive workshop that prepares participants to our professional summer internships. This year the program has been divided into 2 levels that pertain improving the interns personal & professional skills.

Step Two: Choose Between Volunteering

or

Youth Initiatives

Through LOYAC's program service is my joy participants aged 16 and above will get the opportunity to help those less fortunate than themselves by taking part in volunteering committees and lending a helping hand at Kuwait’s many volunteering centers.

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The Youth Initiatives program exposes participants aged 18 and above to the world of social entrepreneurship through group workshops and hands-on mentorships to further their capabilities and help them launch projects of their own.

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‫‪SUMMER‬‬

‫‪PROGRAM 2015‬‬

Talent Competition

Talent Competition Are you a student in Kuwait with a talent that deserves to be seen? If so then here is your chance, STUDENTALK wants you! Email us at: info@ph7-kw.com

VOTE NOW

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FOR THIS MONTH'S

TALENTS

Shahla Akbar

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The Winner for the June 2015 Talent Competition: Yousef Al-Mulla

Ghita Mohammed

Talent Competition

Which Student

Will win the ''Most Talented''

Competition?

Tell us more about yourself My name is Shahla Akbar and I am 24 years old. I study Communications at the American University of Kuwait and am looking forward to what the future holds for me!

What is your talent?

I simply love to sing just for singing! I used to sing all my life in the shower but I never went out in public.

As a kid, I always wanted to participate in concerts and other shows. Growing up, I never took it very seriously but now I have decided to change that and take every opportunity that comes my way!

How did you develop your talent?

Three years ago, I took a music course because I thought it would be fun and decided to try the guitar. Initially, it was really difficult but I was one of the more eager students because I never stopped playing. Three years down the road I kept playing and continue to improve. I play in order to back myself up. I love playing unusual covers of songs mostly.

What are your future plans?

I would love to participate in these open-mic nights but I never got into the public. I look

forward to having an opportunity like that one day soon to see how far I can possibly go with this. In Kuwait, it’s really nice to have the chill type of night like we see abroad sometimes but, unfortunately, there isn’t much of that here.

Who supported your talent?

Every single one of my friends has supported me through this journey and continue to do so unconditionally. I am eternally thankful to all of them for pushing me and helping me through it all.

Did you encounter any obstacles?

I was my biggest obstacle. I used to be introverted for the longest time and this change that I made has really boosted my confidence. I faced my fears about people judging or thinking that I’m not good enough. I decided to do it for me, and I’m glad for taking this chance.

Any last words for the readers?

If you have something that you love to do, share it with the world. The creative part of Kuwait isn’t as nurtured in terms of the arts or anything is not as out there as it should be, people hide it. You are amazing; showcase and be proud of your work.

Shahla Akbar

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OR?

‫مسابقة الطلبة‬

Tell us more about yourself My name is Ghita Mohammed and I am 19 years old. I am currently studying Business Marketing at the Arab Open University. My journey with music started at a very young age and music plays a big part in influencing and shaping me as an individual. I listen to a wide range of music which varies from indie rock, R&B, pop, to almost every other genre. I have always been part of the arts whether it came to singing, dancing, or acting and the stage is a place where I feel you can express whatever you feel and think.

What is your talent?

I sing, dance, and act but I focus on singing mostly. I aim to develop my voice further and hopefully start recording my own tracks to share my love of music with everyone.

What are your future plans?

I recently opened for an international band called “Outlandish” here in Kuwait and I hope to get more opportunities like that. Also, I want to record my own tracks and get not only my message but the message of so many others through music.

How did you develop your talent?

Practice and more practice. Also, it is very Who supported your talent? important to listen to your audience, friends, My friends and family. They push me whenever or family about what they think about your performance and how you can improve yourself. I feel like quitting or lose hope.

Did you encounter any obstacles?

I was stuck for a while and did not feel any motivation or inspiration. I constantly kept thinking that there was no more room for improvement but every time I used to watch other singers on YouTube or any TV shows, I felt like I had to get up and start practicing again.

Any last words for the readers?

Don’t let anyone bring you down. There will be a lot of obstacles in pursuing what you want to achieve. If you believe in what you do and you love it, then go for it.

Ghita Mohammed

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Fashion Competition

ICONIC Fashion Competition

Winners from May 2015 Yousef

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‫تغطية خاصة‬

CPA: three life-altering letters How the CPA license puts you on a different career path

As an accounting student, you might be wondering if you need to spend the extra time and effort to earnyour CPA license. “Can’t I make a decent living as an accountant?” Well, sure. But the CPA is a professional credential — much like a lawyer’s J.D. or a scientist’s PhD — that sets you up for a different career. Here’s why.

CPA = more opportunity. Having the CPA credential behind your name proves that your skills are up-to-date and relevant to today’s business challenges. That simple fact opens doors for you to move up the ranks to partner or CFO—or do something completely different, like run a non-profit, teach at a college or be a financial planner. The license enables you to go in any direction you want.

CPA = higher salary.According to the 2015 Robert Half Salary Guide for Accounting & Finance, you’ll make 5-15% more money throughout your career if you have a CPA license. Period.

CPA = job security. CPAs are consistently ranked as one of the nation’s most recessionproof careers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an estimated 166,700 new accounting and auditing jobs will be created by 2022—a 13.1% growth rate. Accounting is essential to business no matter how the economy is doing— and CPAs are the ones running the show.

CPA = more respect. Just like the letters PhD or M.D. equal respect, so does CPA. CPAs are considered trusted financial advisers. In fact, according to a survey conducted by Applied Research & Consulting, LLC, 75% of business decision-makers say they would be more

confident in a job done by a CPA than if it were done by an accountant who is not a CPA.The bottom line: You’ll be trusted with higher-level responsibilities if you’ve earned the credential.

CPA = a competitive edge. When you’re changing jobs—which will probably happen several times in your life—the CPA behind your namewill indicate to potential employers that you’re an expert in your field. And that makes you instant preferred choice over job candidates without the credential.

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Special Features

Limelight Picks Preparing you for the Summer

Have you finished shopping for all your summer outfits? The short answer is “no”… Well, not if you haven’t visited Limelight! Some great outfits for the summer await you as they have got something for everyone this season and you simply cannot go wrong with any of their clothing with this amazing collection.

Poca & Poca at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

Lucas Jack at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight Arraya Mall

Anna Baiguera at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

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Tadashi Shoji at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

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Visit the Limelight stores located at The Avenues Mall, The Gate Mall, Arraya Mall, Salhiya Complex, and Zahra Complex!

Paper London at Limelight Salhiya Complex Tara Jarmon at Limelight Zahra Complex and Limelight The Avenues Mall

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Poca & Poca at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

Anna Baiguera at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

Rebecca Minkoff at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

Chiara Ferragni at Limelight The Gate Mall and Limelight The Avenues Mall

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Special Features

Nour AlKawass Getting Out & Going Places!

Nour AlKawass has been able to get herself into the scene here in Kuwait with a bang and it’s only upwards from here! How did she do it?

What are her future plans? STUDENTALK finds out all of it as we get the opportunity to have a talk with the creator of GETOUT...

Tell us a little about yourself and the GETOUT Blog My name is Nour AlKawass and I have a daytime job as a digital strategist at Senyar.

I also have a blog called GETOUT, which is basically something that I came up with when I moved to Lebanon for a year. I have been into electronic music and street art since 2008 and, when I went there, I got to see the big picture in the music scene. I went there wanting to be a promoter and doing events but the competition there is massive! I came back to Kuwait in 2013 and realized that the art scene in Kuwait is growing, especially with the opening of Art Space. I’m also a very social person and I’m always at events so why not put everything together and create the blog?

What is the meaning behind “GETOUT”?

If you want to explore something, you need to get out! You cannot sit back and hope that everything comes to you. You need to move and go to these different places and see what’s new that is happening around you. Try something new and dare yourself to reach the places you want to get to in the future.

What is your goal?

I want to become one of the famous and wellknown event promoters and organizers in the Middle East and maybe even Internationally!

I cover many of the events in the Middle East and Europe and you can see all of that in the website itself. GETOUT is my tool to get into the market. After handing the Urban Culture Week that has been supported by Red Bull, things got a lot better and I’m hoping for things to grow from here.

How is Kuwait’s music scene in your opinion?

When GETOUT came out, it was supposed to focus on my type of electronic music. When I got the chance to meet all these different musicians here and see their work and potential, it was amazing and I chose to also support them because they truly deserve any type of support at all. They have supported me back and I see a lot of potential and I see Kuwait getting a lot better in this aspect.

Musicians, songwriters, DJ’s, etc have all been able to show themselves and their capabilities!

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Is there anything that we should be looking forward to?

We are working on something for the“#ineedmyspace”, the Ramadan version. It won’t be like the first one that we did at AUK, it will be more educational with interesting collaboration. Furthermore, I am going to be working on a solo show for an International Artist by the end of the year here in Kuwait.

He is a Fine Art Artist based in United States. I won’t be mentioning the name now... Just wait!

Anything else that you would like to add?

Follow GETOUT! It’s not about me wanting you to follow my blog, but for the reason I opened it. It’s for awareness and for you to experience everything happening in Kuwait and to enjoy the ride with me. Support the music scene and the street art. I’m not looking to your support to me personally but to support everything going on in Kuwait!

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Special Features

Ironman Triathlon ''It's Not a Triathlon, It's a Lifestyle''

Imagine going through a Triathlon that consists of 3.80 KM of swimming, 180 KM of cycling, and 42.2 KM of running‌ Without a break!

Well, that is the IRONMAN Triathlon and STUDENTALK was able to meet up with a group of Kuwaiti men who went and finished the unbelievable challenge!

Who are you and what do you do?

Abdulatif Al-Othman Sales & Marketing Manager and have been into Triathlon since 2008 Mohammad Al-Qassar Property Manager and into Triathlon since 2012 Faisal Al-Ateeq Relation Officer and into Triathlon since 2012 Ahmad Al-Sharhan Assistant Engineer and into Triathlon since 2012 Bader Al-Sabah Site Engineer and into Triathlon since 2012 Hasan Al-Rashed Financial Researcher and into Triathlon since 2012 Abdulrahman Al-Dahmeli First Lieutenant and into Triathlon since 2012 Abdulaziz Al-Hazeem National Guard Captain and into Triathlon since 2013 Fawaz Al-Qatami Orthodontist and into Triathlon since 2014 How was the training for the race?

It was very difficult at the beginning especially since we do not have proper facilities such as a cycling track here in Kuwait. We are trying to train at the correct times and we usually train from September until June as the race is from April until May. We spend approximately 11-15 hours training per week on things such as swimming, biking, running, and strength workout.

How did you feel when you went to the race?

Excited, nervous, happy, practically every single feeling! Everything was divided between us and all the strategies were made and agreed on as well. The adrenaline rush was amazing, especially given the fact that we are the first team from the Arab world to participate in the Ironman Triathlon in Port Macquire in Australia!

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What do you feel was the most difficult part?

For us, it has to be cycling. We do not have hills in Kuwait and we had to cycle on the helicourse with wind, rain, and very rough terrain. The volunteers there were amazing though and extremely inspirational. They didn’t even know us but kept supporting us and treating us very well. The atmosphere and the support helped us through and it was honestly an unforgettable experience.

How did you feel after it was all over?

After it was finished, you get a feeling of “anything is possible”. It was a mental and physical strain but it was also a massive accomplishment. You appreciate things so much more after what you see and go through there. The small things really matter and should never be taken for granted. This race really raises your view on the quality of life.

Anything else that you would like to add?

First, we want to thank Extreme Sport and Abdul Latif Al-Othman for making this possible and pushing us to achieve our goals.

Furthermore, we give special thanks to our families and, of course, each other for backing one another through it all.

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Special Features

Charriol

A Talk with Mr. Charriol Charriol is a Swiss manufacturer of jewelry, watches, leather goods, and fashion accessories. They have now come out with their latest ‘St. Tropez’ collection as STUDENTALK were able to sit with Mr. Charriol to see how he has been able to create this brand that has become an icon today.

What was your vision when you first started Charriol?

I was part of a world famous company before I began my own. After a while with them, I decided to start my luxury brand under my name. It starts with a name and, with some luck and a lot of hard work, it becomes a brand.

Were watches a passion for you beforehand?

I am more of a marketing man than anything else, really. Watches and other accessories were a passion of mine but I concentrated a lot on the marketing aspect since that is my specialty.

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Has your target audience changed over time?

Yes to a certain extent, it has to. When this first started, the main market was Japan and then it shifted towards China. The Middle East is stable and it is a fairly easy market to handle when compared to the others.

Tell us a little bit about the St. Tropez collection.

I am from the south of France, born in Marseille.

St. Tropez is a world famous summer location and I decided that it will be a perfect summer watch. The name itself can grab the attention and the collection lives up to its name.

What advice can you give to the students?

To start your own business, you have to be a little bit crazy. Everyone will tell you that it is a very difficult task but you have to go for it and find a way. In other words, go straight through the wall and don’t let anything stop you from achieving your dreams.

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Home Centre

Ramadan Inspired Styles for your Home Every year the Holy Month of Ramadan brings with it the spirit of tradition, togetherness and generosity as millions of families across the region unite in a time for reflection and commemoration. Home Centre, the region’s leading home retailer, aims to recreate the warmth and richness of the festive season with its new range of must-have furniture pieces, spectacular gifting options, and other household essentials.

To be launched across stores in the region, Home Centre’s Ramadan inspired collection includes a wide range of classic furniture, arabesque accessories and luxurious ornaments, as well as festive lighting options, artistic wall arts, woven carpets, tableware and kitchenware. Expect the seasonal collection to include rich textures perfect for glamourous settings, ornate styles that celebrate Arabic designs and a range of stylish trinkets and treasures that can make beautiful gifts for the season.

Mederic Payne, CEO at Home Centre, said: “Ramadan is a special time to focus on important life goals for oneself as well as practising compassion for the less fortunate.

It is a particularly important time spent with immediate and extended family. At Home Centre, we cherish the idea of family and traditions and hope to partake in our customers’ rituals by offering them ontrend products to redecorate their homes and celebrate the beauty of Ramadan with friends and family. Our new collection instore brings in the warmth to create a special ambience at home, perfect for entertaining guests and spending a refreshing, relaxed time with family.”

Details of the stunning Ramadan range are set to be unveiled in a festive edition catalogue that will be available at all Home Centre stores and online at www.homecentrestores.com and www.facebook.com/homecentrestores.

To complement the flavour of the season, the catalogue will feature a selection of decor inspirations, creative home tips, festive gifting ideas and seasonal recipes for those looking to add elements of colour and variety to their iftar tables during the Holy month.

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Special Features

Sleep Number C2 Bed The Bed You've been Looking for!

No more using fitness trackers and ugly bracelets to monitor your sleeping patterns! You do not need a sleep monitor no more because the sleep Number C2 bed will do it all for you! Why wear a bracelet or use a fitness tracker doubling as a sleep monitor when you can have your whole bed tracking your sleep all night long?

C2 beds are not only extremely comfortable beds; they also monitor your sleep by monitoring your every move. First of all, it tracks your breathing patterns, heat rate, and your movements while sleeping. All of that helps you know if the quality of your sleep is good or if it needs some improvements so you can get better sleep at night. And guess what?

C2 beds also provide you with pointers on how to improve the quality of your sleep and get more shut-eye each night! With the adjustable matters you and your partner can customize each side of the bed for the most comfortable night of sleep possible.

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Now, let me give you the reasons why you need (not want) C2 bed. First of all, other than the fact that it improves the quality of sleep, you get daily C2 beds change firmness of mattress to suit your preferences. And, of course, if your preferences change after a while you can change the settings and enjoy your bed the way you like it. Second reason is you having a different level of firmness on each side of the bed so you and your partner can enjoy a good night sleep with both of you feeling extremely comfortable!

Most of the customers who actually got the bed and used it are very happy and satisfied with the results. They also learned a lot about their sleeping patterns and how to work on improving them. Sleep Number bed essentially is a glorified air mattress and there are a lot of benefits of air mattress and they really do improve the quality of sleep you get daily.

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The Butcher's Den

Offering Premium Cuts!

Located at the Bidaa’ Strip of restaurants, The Butcher’s Den is one of The Sultan Center’s Group of Restaurants, a meat-centric concept developed by Kuwaiti Chef Ahmad Al-Bader.

Upon entering, you are greeted with décor artfully decorated with a line of various miniature cattle figurines dressed in different characters, as if to reflect the diverse choices of beef glazed and seasoned based on your preferences and “style”. One can browse several of the tenderized cuts from a glass-enclosed display located in the corner of the restaurant.

The modern steakhouse serves prime cuts and offers an assortment of premium-aged and variously graded meats ranging from sirloin to ribeye and fillets. The Wagyu beef delicacy comes in rankings of red, silver, and the superluxurious black Wagyu being the Rolls-Royce of all beef, with a lean and buttery texture that’s hard to find anywhere else in Kuwait.

The moment you take your seat, you are given something that you will not expect to find in a restaurant, or steakhousea delightful complimentary serving of a cloud of cotton candy. As you are handedthe menu, considerable exploration is merited as a cascade of enticing and unique dishes fall before you.

More enjoyment can be had from the desserts, particularly the delectable salted caramel ice cream topped with caramelized popcorn fusing the sweetness of the caramel with a pleasantly surprising subtle dash of salt creating a flavorsome combination.

The Butcher’s Den is a unique dining experience for friends and family. For a quiet time tucked away from the main dining area, the restaurant also offers a private room for parties and other special occasions, coupled with a live-cooking show station with occasional visits from Chef Ahmad Al-Bader himself.

For appetizers, you can graze on a range of dishes, starting with the all-time favorite and infamous Burrata with cherry tomatoes, a delicate and creamy mozzarella cheese sought-after by many. Followed by the first course, the meaty part comes to play with fall-off-the-bone, rich and tender ribs and steaks, where you can pair your choosing with plentiful sauces, condiments and numerous side dishes to compliment your meal. Before you start devouring your juicy steaks, you are presented with a set of colorful and carefullycurated steakhouse knives to select from.

Along with your carnivorous meal you can add a wild rocket and blueberry salad or red chard and mangosteen with chestnut dressing.

As for the main course, the menu offers an array of alternatives to steaks, where you can opt for the lobster linguine with lemon caper sauce, wagyu short rib ravioli, oxtail potpie, and much more.

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Lifestyle Health

Sunburned!

Protect Yourself before you Wreck Yourself Summer has arrived and it’s even hotter than many people expected! Therefore, one of the best activities to do is simply laying down in the sun and getting your tan on! You will need to be extra careful though and make sure that you protect yourself from actually hurting your skin.

Here are a few tips that can help you prevent it and still look amazing.

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Sunscreen This is one of the most common and effective ways to protect yourself against any skin problems from the sun. Sunscreen comes in many different forms and it all depends on the type that you decide to apply.

Make sure that you are able to use one that has a high SPF (Sun Protection Factor). Keep in mind that, for example, SPF 15 means that you are protected 15x more than you would be without any sunscreen.

Furthermore, make sure you are able to apply in every two hours to make sure you get the best effect.

Moisturizer Buy a daily moisturizer of at least SPF 15 for your face. The skin on your face is a lot more sensitive to sun damage than the rest of your body and, therefore, it needs extra protection. Even though you’re looking for a nice, dark tan, it certainly isn’t worth having your skin ruined! Even though you’re putting sunscreen or moisturizer, you will still be able to get your tan, just in a safer way.

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Hats & Sunglasses Now, if you’re looking for a tan, wearing sunglasses will give you some weird, light circles around your eyes since that part of your face won’t be able to get tanned. With that said, you still need to protect your eyes at times. If the sun is really strong, wearing sunglasses or a hat for a while can definitely help you in terms of things such as getting dizzy or whatnot.

Use The Pool For some reason, a lot of people don’t jump into the pool and decide to spend their time tanning or showering if it gets too hot. Well, it is extremely vital for you to use the pool and at least take a dip every once in a while in order to avoid sunburn. Your body needs to be refreshed and a jump into a cold pool will definitely do the trick.

Of course, there are many other ways for you to protect your skin from the sun but the ones mentioned above are some of the most effective ways. It is really important and isn’t something that should be ignored. You’re looking for a tan, and not damaging your skin.

Take the necessary steps in order to avoid the latter and you should be good to go!

Enjoy your summer vacation and hope you all have a great one!

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Huawei P8 Smartphone

The 2015 flagship smartphone from Huawei now available

Gadgets

A new era of smartphone technology becomes available in Kuwait as Huawei launch the P8. Once again redefining the smartphone industry, the Huawei P8’s cutting-edge technology, durability, features and sleek design allows consumers to ignite their creativity.

Building on the rich heritage of the P Series, the Huawei P8 takes beauty to the next level, striking a perfect balance of artistry, creativity and functionality. The Huawei P8 delivers a new level of usability for different applications impacting everyday life – at work and at play.

With craftsmanship that pushes the bounds of possibility and new revolutionary light painting modes, the Huawei P8 provides consumers with an inspiration for creativity.

Inspired by the design elements of leatherbound handcrafted book binding, the Huawei P8 is a unique smartphone that combines clean, aesthetic lines with innovative technology, beauty and elegance. The phone comes with four elegant color options: silver, gold, black and grey. The devices come in a translucent package and the unboxing experience is like taking a book from the shelf.

The Huawei P8 introduces a new philosophy for camera design – a camera optimized for low light and high contrast. The P8 leverages a combination of hardware, software and proprietary algorithms to help users capture beautiful photographs, even in the worst lighting conditions, bringing the joy of photography back to the smartphone user.

Huawei’s enhanced technology and software provides four professional quality low-light shooting modes, a director mode, and fun creative shooting modes. All users – from painters and architects to someone in the fashion industry, now has access to a mobile photo and video studio that provides diverse and innovative functionality for capturing artistic inspirations within daily life.

Craft Best-in-Class User Experiences Unique power management creates a bridge between the Huawei P8’s slim design, power efficiently and stunning performance. The device contains a 2600mAh battery and with Kirin 930 Octa-Core 64-bit chipset, delivering an outstanding performance that outpaces the smartphone market by 20 percent and unparalleled standby time.

Setting New Standards for Mobile Connectivity During the process of researching and listening to the needs of elite smartphone users, Huawei has addressed emerging pain points around dropped calls and signal degradation.

Building on Huawei’s DNA of world-class communications technology, the Huawei P8 has re-defined the industry benchmark for seamless network connectivity. For the consumers who usually travel by air, it takes quite a bit of time to connect when landing at a new airport. Huawei P8 increases the speed of connecting to a roaming network.

Highlights of Design and Technology Continuing the minimalist design of previous generations in the P series, the Huawei P8 embodies the ultimate in elegance, craftsmanship and durability. Highlights include: • The nano-injection molding process results in an industry-leading seamless tight junction connecting a 1.5mm thin plastic bar with one of the industry’s largest screens.

• The phone is 6.4mm thin, with dual SIM cards, and works seamlessly with a 4G network (where the service is available).

• The triple-layer shark-gill design enhances the reliabilities and robustness of the device.

• Inside, the new Kirin 930 64-bit Octa-Core chipset boosts performance by approximately 20 percent compared with other phones with similar levels of battery life.

• The body’s sleek back cover is constructed of steel, which provides structural rigidity.

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Lifestyle Fashion for Him & Her

H&M Ethnic Fashion

Outfits Designed for You! FASHION For Him & Her

It’s all about the ETHNIC FASHION at H&M this summer! We are delighted to share our latest indigenousinspired & trendy-tribal product shots with you!

Summertime is synonymous with travel, discovering different cultures, exploring unusual customs & scouting new styles.

This ascertainment has us feeling freespirited & light-hearted, seeking traditional tones, original embroidery, distinguished cuts, exclusive fabrics, unique details, and uncommon apparel for a time-honored look!

The latest H&M collection will have you stepping into summer in style with exotic patterns, folk prints, inherited detailing, earthy hues & emblematic fringe elements.

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Lifestyle Watches

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 special edition Watches

13 Old Bond Street, London, June 10th, 2015.Jaeger-LeCoultre unveils its latest tribute to Britain, the Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Special London Flagship edition.

“The timepiece is the most limited in the tribute series of the Grande ReversoUltra Thin 1931 collection”,says Stephane Belmont, Creation & Marketing Executive Director of the Manufacture. “With only 26 pieces to be made, following on from the acclaimed “Rouge” model and the delicious “Chocolat” model in this tribute collection, the special London Flagship edition dial is a beautiful deep green lacquered dial, reminiscent of the rolling British countryside and of course with a nod to the legendary sporting colour.”

The deep green colour is dear to many at Jaeger-LeCoultre, includingDesign and Artistic Director, Janek Deleskiewicz, whose time as a young man in England in the 1960s and 1970s form some of his greatest memories of freedom and during which he collected many eclectic objects from around the country, and also became interested in beautiful cars at that time. What’s more is that since those days, Deleskiewicz has been totally in love with the surprise and elegance of British tailoring – many of his suits have this deep green silk lining.

The second side on the solid case back features an exquisite engraving of the Palace of Westminster featuring the famous clock tower endearingly called Big Ben, drawn by Deleskiewicz himself. “There is perhaps no better symbol of democracy and commemoration place for great world leaders, and iconic architecture and chime than Big Ben”, continues Belmont. The charm of Big Ben has captured the Manufacture’s imagination for many years. In fact, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre a Grande Sonnerie – one of the most complicated watches in the world – chimes all the notes and the full melody of Big Ben. Zahra Kassim-Lakha, Director UK Marketing & Global Strategy is “proud that British-mania continues to thrive at Jaeger-LeCoultre.

This Grande ReversoUltra Thin 1931 Special London edition is exclusive to the Maison’s elegant new flagship at 13 Old Bond Street, opened in late April.

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I invite collectors and lovers of design to discover this piece this summer. With Big Ben and Reverso, it is nothing short of two icons in one.”

From the 1851 Universal Exhibition in London, where Antoine LeCoultre was awarded his first gold medal for his major contribution to the development of the watchmaking industry, to the development of the Calibre 101 that equipped the watch worn by Queen Elizabeth II on her Coronation day, through the iconic Reverso watch, originally created in 1931 for British officers playing polo in India… numerous examples that illustrate the very special emotions that unite the Manufacture of the Vallée de Joux and the United Kingdom.

The Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931 Special London Flagship Edition is available in a short series of 26 pieces exclusively at the JaegerLeCoultre London Flagship on 13 Old Bond Street, with deliveries starting this summer.

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Lifestyle Automobiles

BMW i8

Celebrating their One-Year Anniversary Cars

The world’s most progressive sports car, the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid, is celebrating one year of sheer driving pleasure on the roads this month, as countries across the globe come together to mark World Environment Day (WED) 2015 on 5 June.

With sustainability a core element of BMW’s entire value chain, the premium car company’s commitment to eco-mobility has seen the company reduce the emissions produced by an average vehicle by 45% since 2006; a success that falls directly in line with the mission of the United Nations’ WED initiative.

Founding its dedicated sustainable BMW i sub-brand in 2011, through which it promotes emission-free driving, the premium car company’s innovative BMW i8 model aids in the combatting of global issues including energy independence and CO2 emissions through its maximum on-road efficiency.

With the theme of this year’s WED, ‘7 Billion Dreams. One Planet. Consume with Care’, the innovative BMW i8 is a pioneer in ensuring that mass market electro-mobility is in fact no longer a dream, but a reality – especially in the Middle East.

Enhancing BMW’s commitment to a more sustainable future, Middle Eastern countries and cities have cemented their standing as eco-hubs. With sales of the BMW i8 in its first year reaching almost 100 in the GCC alone, the region is catering to the reality of such an electro-mobile future.

The first model available in the region from BMW i, the BMW i8 combines the performance and appeal of a sports car with the fuel consumption and emissions of a small car. With its ultra-dynamic proportions, elegantly sporty lines, low-slung silhouette and futuristic design features, the BMW i8 has caused a sensation on the roads since going on sale across the Middle East in June last year. Powered by a 1.5-litre, threecylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo petrol engine

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which, in typical BMW sports car fashion, drives through the rear wheels, the BMW i8’s intelligent hybrid system also capitalises on a potent electric motor which sends drive to the front wheels resulting in a combined power output of 362hp delivered to all four wheels.

When united, the dual motors (electric motor at the front and petrol engine at the rear) work in harmony enabling the BMW i8 to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 4.4 seconds while using just 2.1 litres of petrol per 100kms and emitting just 59g/km of emissions. The BMW i8 has a top speed electronically limited to 250km/h, and can be operated solely in all electric drive (zero emissions) for around 37 kilometres - and the battery of the plug-in hybrid can be continuously charged by the petrol engine while driving. Due to its lightweight of just 1,485 kg, it provides a total drive range of more than 500 kilometres.

An all-embracing sustainability concept runs throughout the entire value chain of the BMW i8; carbon fibre production and vehicle assembly using 100-per cent renewable electricity; high proportion of recycled materials; use of materials manufactured and treated in an environmentally friendly manner.

A United Nations initiative to encourage worldwide awareness and action for the environment, WED is celebrated by stakeholders in more than 100 countries.

Serving to galvanize individual actions to generate a collective positive impact on the environment, countries in the region have already cemented their standing as pioneers in eco-living.

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News Sports

Congratulations, Barcelona!

Barcelona Win Their 5th Champions League

Even before it began, there was no doubt that this would be a UEFA Champions League final worth remembering. It was between the favorites, Barcelona, against the surprising finalists, Juventus. There was also the feeling that the Olympiastadon in Berlin would witness a fight that will be etched into the memory of all football fans.

Barcelona came into this final after going through the group stages, which included Paris Saint-Germain, Ajax Amsterdam, and APOEL Nicosia. Then, they beat Manchester City in the knockout rounds, Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals, and Bayern Munich in the semifinals. As for Juventus, their group included Atletico Madrid, Olympiacos, and Malmo, which they got through before beating Borussia Dortmund, AS Monaco, and Real Madrid on their way to the highly anticipated final.

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The stage was set and the teams were more than prepared to put their names into the history books. Juventus knew for a fact that they would be seen as underdogs but they were more than willing to come out fighting for their lives. Their squad was great and were capable of damage against what is arguably one of the strongest teams in football right now.

Barcelona opened the scoring through an early goal by Ivan Rakitic before Alvaro Morata

was able to get the equalizer for the Italian side. The fight kept on going but it was Barcelona’s Luis Suarez who was able to get on the end of a rebound and make it 2-1 for the side representing Spain. One thing was for sure though, Juventus will not go down without a fight and they proved it but, unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to be. Neymar was able to increase the score-line to 3-1 in the dying moments of the game to gift Barcelona a deserved win in the final.

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All the happiness was also mixed with some emotional moments as we saw tears from iconic Juventus players such as Andrea Pirlo and Gianluigi Buffon and we also said goodbye to Barcelona’s Xavi, who has decided to leave his beloved club and join the Qatari club, Al-Sadd.

Juventus leave this match with their heads held high and have also proven to the football world what hard-work and determination could truly do. They have been able to exceed all expectations and make it to the Final of this massive tournament, beating some great sides along the way. Unfortunately for them, they weren’t able to make it all the way, but there is definitely nothing for them to feel ashamed about whatsoever.

Congratulations to Barcelona, who have been able to win their fifth UEFA Champions League and show the world that they are still a force to be reckoned with. With the win, they have been able to complete the treble as they are the champions of the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and the Copa del Rey. They will surely want to continue building from this and fight to win even more trophies in the coming season.

Will Barcelona be able to make history and be the first team to win this competition two times in a row?

I guess we all just have to wait and see…

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News Top Music Charts

Top 10 English Songs

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Wait On Me – Rixton

4 Twerk It Like Miley – Brandon Beal

8 Worth It – Fifth Harmony

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Cheerleader - OMI

5 Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding

9 Lean On – Major Lazer

See You Again – Wiz Khalifa Feat. Charlie Puth

6 Trap Queen – Fetty Wap

10 Where Are You Now – Justin Bieber, Skrillex & Diplo

7 Shut Up And Dance – Walk The Moon

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‫أفضل ‪ 10‬أغاني عربية‬

‫‪1‬‬ ‫سيرين عبد النور – عادي‬

‫‪2‬‬ ‫ايلي ايليا – غني قلبي‬

‫‪4‬‬ ‫محمد باش – وسط البلد‬

‫‪3‬‬ ‫عاصي الحالني – طالعة من بيت ابوها‬

‫‪5‬‬ ‫هاني العمري – قولوال ال‬

‫‪6‬‬ ‫محمد عطية – كل ليلة‬

‫‪8‬‬ ‫مادلين مطر – من هنا و رايح‬

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‫‪7‬‬ ‫رنا سماحة – على كيفك‬

‫‪9‬‬ ‫كارلوس عازار – بيوصل عطرك‬

‫‪10‬‬ ‫سامو زين – قصة حب‬

Entertainment Celebrities

Celebrity News

Enjoy your Summer with your Favorite Celebs Kanye & Kim Expecting A Baby Boy On Father’s Day, Kim Kardashian shared a picture of Kanye West reading to their daughter, North, with the following caption: “Precious moments like this when we were traveling on tour with you are what I live for.

You’re such a good daddy to North & you will be the best daddy to our new son too!”

There is no word yet on what the name of their second child will be but they are expecting a new baby boy in the family in December! Everyone is clearly excited and looking forward to seeing how this all unfolds with the celebrity couple!

Apple Tracks Back After Taylor Swift’s Concerns Apple has responded to concerns raised by Taylor Swift and will actually pay royalties to artists during a three-month free trial period for its music streaming service.

The “Blank Space” singer had refused to put her hit album, 1989, on the new service saying “it is unfair to ask anyone to work for nothing”.

The 25-year-old said it would hurt young artists trying to break into the music industry, and called the decision “shocking” and “disappointing”.

“We don’t ask you for free iPhones. Please don’t ask us to provide you with our music for no compensation,” she wrote in a blog post entitled “To Apple, Love Taylor” on tumblr.

“Celebrity Family Feud” A Huge Hit? “Celebrity Family Feud” looks to be summer’s breakout hit, premiering to 8.5 million viewers on Sunday night.

Hosted by Steve Harvey, ABC’s prime-time version of Harvey’s syndicated game show also earned a 2.4 rating in the adults 18-49 demo at 8 p.m. — making it the best summer series debut in two years.

“Celebrity Family Feud” is one of several game shows premiering this summer — in addition to ABC’s “500 Questions” and Fox’s “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?” and “Boom!” — as the networks look beyond derivative talent shows for their next hit.

“Feud” has the most-watched premiere of that bunch yet.

Harvey, who also hosts the successful daytime talk show “Steve Harvey,” has hosted the syndicated “Family Feud” since 2010, taking over from “Seinfeld” co-star John O’Hurley.

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‫تسلية المشاهير‬

‫اخبار المشاهير‬

‫استمتع بصيفك مع مشاهيرك المفضلين‬ ‫ثاني ظهور البن منى زكي و احمد حلمي‬ ‫بعد الظهور االول البن منى زكي و احمد حلمي‬ ‫سليم بعد ظهوره في عيد ميالد توام اصالة نصري‬ ‫و طارق العريان الول مرة‪ .‬منى زكي ‪ ,‬احمد حلمي و‬ ‫احمد عز و نجوم اخرين احتفلو بعيد ميالد التوأم‪.‬‬ ‫كان الظهور الثاني له على انستقرام ابنة الفنانة‬ ‫اصالة نصري‪ .‬شام الذهبي ابنة الفنانة اصالة نصري‬ ‫شاركت صورة لها مع منى زكي بعد فطور في‬ ‫رمضان و صورة اخرى الصالة نصري و منى زكي مع‬ ‫سليم ابن منى زكي و احمد حلمي الجديد‪ .‬الصورة‬ ‫لم توضح مالمح سليم بوضوح و لكنها ارضت‬ ‫جمهور منى و احمد الذين اعجبو بالصور‪ .‬الصورة‬ ‫اظهرت منى زكي و اصالة االنصارى يلعبون مع‬ ‫اطفالهم و يبدون فرحين و مستمتعين باوقاتهم‬ ‫و لياليهم الرمضانية‪.‬‬ ‫احمد السقا و "رايتينج رمضان"‬ ‫استضاف بمضيفين برنامج " رايتينج رمضان"‬ ‫الفنانة ميساء مغربي و االعالمي سام بريدي النجم‬ ‫المصري بطل مسلسل "ذهاب و عودة" المعروض‬ ‫في الشهر الكريم أحمد السقا‪ .‬هذا المسم الثاني‬ ‫للبرنامج الرمضاني الذي تنتجه قناة ابو ظبي و‬ ‫يكمل مقدميه طرح كل انواع االسئلة و مناقشة‬ ‫مختلف المواضيغ مع نجومه المستضافون الكبار‪.‬‬ ‫أحمد تحدث عن مسلسله "ذهاب و عودة" الذي‬ ‫يغرض في رمضان و في الحلقة تاتيه مداخلة من‬ ‫النجم صابر الرباعي مغني المقدمة للمسلسل‬ ‫الذي يقول انه صديق اأحمد السقا و ذلك هو السبب‬ ‫لمشاركته في المسلسل بغناء المقدمة‪ .‬وعن‬ ‫االشاغات التي تدور انه يوجد خالف بينه و بين النجم‬ ‫محمد هنيدي انفى احمد هذه االشاعات و اكد انه‬ ‫هو و محمد هنيدي ليسو على خالف بل بالعكس انه‬ ‫يعتبره صديق و اخ عزيز‪.‬‬ ‫احمد الشريف و احتفالية اكبر علم تونس‬ ‫شارك النجم التونسي احمد الشريف في اكبر‬ ‫احتفالية الكبر علم تونسي‪ .‬بمناسبة دخول علم‬ ‫تونس موسوعه جينيس العالميه اقامت حفلة‬ ‫احتفالية كبيرة برعاية وزارة السياحة التونسية‪.‬‬ ‫نجم "ستار اكاديمي" السابق المغني التونسي و‬ ‫مجموعة كبيرة من المغنيين تاتونسيين االخرين‬ ‫شاركوا فس في االحتفالية باغناء لهذه المناسبة‬ ‫الكبيرة‪ .‬و غنى احمد مجموعة كبيرة من اغانيه‬ ‫المشهورة و المفضلة من جماهيري الذين تفاعلوا و‬ ‫غنوا معه في االحتفالية‪ .‬مغني و نجم برنامج الشباب‬ ‫ستار اكاديمي يحضر االن من الجهة االخرى الصدار‬ ‫البومه الجديد الذي يتعاون فيه مع مجمجوعة كبيرة‬ ‫من النجوم و المؤلفين و الملحنين و الموزعين‬ ‫المختلفين من جميع انحتء الوطن العربي في مصر‬ ‫و لبنان و حتى موطنه االصلي تونس‪.‬‬

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Entertainment Events

Forever Young Program Private closed door 'mix and mingle' Youth meetup

RATIONALE: Win the attention of the YOUTH audience, by; Organizing Seasonal Events, introduced into themed and structured program – monthly or quarterly – combining different challenges that works as a “prototype” to attract YOUTH attention and their interest for enrollment into the Summer Camp & after-school program, bringing challenges to make significant “changes” into the Youth habits &daily routines!

Create a wellbeing “hangout” Zone to the youth while increasing awareness of fitness & healthy lifestyle in challenges approaches to unleash their potential skills & talents.

Overall Program Structure Target Audience Youth, boys & girls, of school ages 11 to 17 years Audience Type Students of the Western & Government Schools Hours After-school hours / Day camp hours Program Composition Courses, Specialized Programs, Themed Weekends, Workshops, Seasonal Events, Summer & Winter Camps, Visiting Practitioners, Trips…

Seasonal Event(s) Day Mid or Last Saturday of each month…

Approx. 5-7 hours, daytime periods.

Two events has been organized and executed: Saturday 18 April, with the attendance of 23 participants / Saturday 16 April with the attendance of 11 participants.

Summer Camp FOREVER YOUNG Summer Camp targeted to start June 20th to end August; Ramadan: five days a week, Saturday to Wednesday @ 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm August: five days a week, Saturday to Wednesday, @10:00 am – 2:00 pm Seasonal Event(s) Program Triathlon Based on race-time challenge competitions Running – Biking – Swimming – Pushups Rounds…

Approx. Time: 45 minutes Off-The-Shelve Creative Corner Open the door for Youth to bring out, display, & share their views of the surrounding lifestyle & new initiatives!

Art, Design, Photography, Drama, critiques: Books, Blogs, etc.

Approx. Time: 90 minutes (Open Display)

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Group Fitness Combination of different group fitness classes Aerobics – Steps – Drum Live – Kick boxing, etc.

Approx. Time: 60 minutes STOPZ Body & Soul…Music, Moves & Sounds Solo, LaTin, Hip HOP, Zumba Approx. Time: 60 minutes Party Social time & free dance Served Snacks &fresh Juices Approx. Time: 45 minutes Summer Camp Program The plan of the Summer Camp program consist of two streams: • Campground Base • Sports Club • Group Fitness Classes • Boot-Camp • Body & Soul • Dance Studio • Talent Unleash • Teambuilding • Community Zone • Party& Fun Times • Fieldwork Exposures Through a methodological approach, FOREVER YOUNG will be inviting visiting practitioners to run classes into a specific field of expertise.

This tactical scheme will give the opportunity to our campers gaining the practical knowledge and know-how experiences, bringing them into a new domain to win basic proficiencies of different specialized areas…

Examples, such as; • Body healthy lifestyle & Nutrition & Skin cure • Technology • Design & Architecture • Photography • Chef Corner

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Recent Events

Highlighting exciting events in the region

Al Mulla and Behbehani Motor Company Launches The New 2015 Chrysler 300

Brand Ambassador Abhishek Bachchan opens OMEGA Boutique in 360 Mall of Kuwait

The unmistakable Bold American design Confident looks, expressive materials and world-class execution make the new 2015 Chrysler 300 stand apart from the competition.

OMEGA brand ambassador, the renowned Bollywood actor/producer Abhishek Bachchan, visited Kuwait city along with OMEGA’s Vice President and Head of International Sales, Raynald Aeschlimann. They participated in the official opening of Morad Yousuf Behbehani’s third mono-brand OMEGA boutique at 360 Mall.

An interior wrapped in American style with world-class materials, craftsmanship and technology Inside the new 2015 Chrysler 300 passengers will be immersed in a sophisticated blend of hand-sculpted fluid shapes, high quality and innovative material choices inspired by American cities, precision craftsmanship, state-of-the-art technology and thoughtful, clever features. When designing the new 2015 Chrysler 300, the team incorporated unique design elements and utilised authentic materials to create an interior identity that is comfortable yet beautiful - and one that could only be born in Detroit.

Class-exclusive standard TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission balances V8 performance with segment-leading 31 mpg (7.59 L/100km) highway fuel efficiency New to 2015 Chrysler 300 models with the 5.7-litre HEMI®V8 engine is the state-of-the-art TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission.

By design, this gearbox provides world-class shift quality, refinement, fuel efficiency and Sport mode. Paired with this legendary engine, these Chrysler 300 models deliver 363 hp, 394 lb.-ft. of torque, 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in less than 6 seconds and class-leading performance with respect to fuel economy.

Most technologically advanced vehicle in its class thanks to an array of easy-to-use, state-of-the-art advanced technology features From its updated award-winning Uconnect system, to the availability of voice texting, 3D navigation and premium audio systems, the 2015 Chrysler 300 delivers a slew of high-tech features for a luxurious driving experience andunparalleled value.The available navigation system accommodates one-step voice-controlled destination entry and enhanced 3D navigation map graphics, making it simple for drivers to recognise where they are and where they need to go.

The GCC market is an important segment for OMEGA and the Kuwaiti watch connoisseurs contribute significantly to the success of the industry in the region. The Kuwait retail market has long been a favourite for manufacturers of upscale watches and high-end jewellery who have firmly set their sights on this oil-rich Northern Gulf state.

The Kuwaitis have a tradition and appreciation for luxury goods and have helped spur the growing interest in prestige watch brands.

Abhishek Bachchan and Raynald Aeschlimann were joined by Ali Morad Behbehani, President of Morad Yousuf Behbehani Group and H. E. Etienne Thévoz, Swiss Ambassador to Kuwait for the ribboncutting ceremony while the guests were welcomed with canapés and cocktails. The evening was attended by OMEGA collectors and fans members of the Behbehani family, watch connoisseurs, and special guests including ambassadors and other foreign dignitaries. Among them were the Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, Sunil Jain.

All the guests were then invited into the boutique where they had the opportunity to explore the OMEGA universe with its exclusive collection of watches and fine jewellery. The boutique has been designed with OMEGA’s global concept, which is inspired by the natural elements of air, water and sunlight. The cream and champagne interior, with exotic reconstituted zebra wood furniture and chiseled glass surfaces underline the attention to detail and quality for which OMEGA has long been known.

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Entertainment Events

Al-Sayer LifeCare The biggest and the most prestigious healthcare outlet in Kuwait

Al Sayer Medical Company, one of the Al Sayer Group Holding Companies inaugraated “Al-Sayer LifeCare” their first healthcare retail outlet. The opening event was attended byMr. Mubarak Naser Al-Sayer CEO along with Mr. PaulReynolds COO, Dr. Hossam Afify General Manager of Al Sayer MedicalCompany, senior managers from other business units of the Group, dignitaries from Kuwait medical sector and distinguished members from the press and media.

MISSION Our professional staff at Al Sayer LifeCare Al-Sayer LifeCare aims to provide you with showroom will: world class solutions that focus on innovation,

functionality and value to incorporate a Guide you to the best medical equipment and healthy life style, improve the quality of supplies to meet your needs. Stay by your life and to promote independency for a side and help you complete your purchase. productive community.

Schedule delivery and assembly of your

purchase at your convenience.

WORLD CLASS Solutions

At the LifeCare showroom customers will In all cases, our professionals are always find effective solutions to meet the medical available to answer your questions regarding needs through products that taking care the available equipment and to demonstrate of the person since birth & to make sure the various medical products. growing healthy through several products

from globally renowned brands as the

following categories: TRUSTWORTHY AFTER SALES SUPPORT

After Sales Service • Wheelchairs At Al Sayer Life Care you can expect to • Pediatric rehabilitations receive not only high quality medical • Patient walking aid & standing assist equipment, but also compassionate support • Medical furniture from our experienced staff as well.

• Respiratory

• Physiotherapy & Rehabilitations Al Sayer Life Care offers you to assembling • Bathroom & safety and repair service by qualified and • positioning trained team of service technicians to assure • Sport injuries & orthopedics the implementation of the best • Diagnostic & evaluation levels of service and maintenance for your • Patient transfer assist & modifications home medical equipment.

• Consumables

• Diabetic care Delivery & Assembly • First Aid & emergency Most of our products are available for home • Foot care delivery by our trained service technicians, • Personal Hygiene who will deliver and set up the equipment in a • Wound care timely and professional manner.

EXPERT CONSULTATION Al Sayer Life Care technicians will conduct At Al Sayer Life Care we believe that the an assessment to make sure each product is needs of the client must be the basis of any well - suited for the patient. The staff will also consultation. Our team is highly qualified in instruct and train the patient or the user to use all technical product requirements for certain the equipment with atmost safety and care. disabilities and needs. Therefore, Customers that require medical equipment which requires personal instructions for effective and safe usage will be well served at Al Sayer LifeCare showroom.

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‫الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن وفندق كراون بالزا‬

‫أقاما غبقتهما السنوية‬ ‫الكويت‪ 28 ،‬يونيو ‪ :2015‬جريا على عادتهما السنوية‪ ،‬أقامت الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن وفندق كراون بالزا غبقتهما السنوية يوم االحد الموافق ‪ 21/6/2014‬في قاعة البركة‬ ‫بفندق كراون بالزا برعاية وحضورالشيخ سلمان الحمود الصباح وزير االعالم ووزير الدولة لشوؤن الشباب وبحضور كل من الشيخ فيصل الحمود المالك الصباح محافظ‬ ‫الفروانية‪ ،‬الدكتور مطر علي المطيري وكيل وزارة الشوؤن االجتماعية والعمل‪ ،‬طارق عيد المزرم وكيل وزارة االعالم‪ ،‬ماضي الخميس االمين العام للملتقى االعالمي العربي‪،‬‬ ‫عدنان الراشد الرئيس الفخري للجمعية الدولية لإلعالن‪ ،‬وليد كنفاني رئيس الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن فرع الكويت ورامي هيكل مدير عام فندق كراون بالزا‪ .،‬كما حضر الحفل‬ ‫العديد من ممثلي الوكاالت والشركات والمؤسسات اإلعالنية واإلعالمية والذين استقبلوا بحفاوة من إدارة الفندق والجمعية الدولية لإلعالن‪.‬‬ ‫رحب رامي هيكل بالحضور الذين فاق عددهم ‪ 700‬ضيف‪،‬‬ ‫مستعرض ًا أهم انجازات الفندق وباألخص “قاعة البركة التي‬ ‫تعتبر “احدث وأفخم وأكبر صالة في الكويت مجهزة بأحدث‬ ‫أنظمة الصوت والعرض واالضاءة‪ ،‬كما يشرف على القاعة‬ ‫فريق عمل مميز من فوشون ليعكس الذوق الفرنسي‬ ‫الرفيع من خالل توفير اختيارات رائعة من قوائم الطعام‪.‬‬ ‫أما رئيس الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن وليد كنفاني فقد‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫استهل كلمته بالتعبيرعن خالص شكره لوزير اإلعالم‬ ‫لحضوره ورعايته الكريمة ولجميع الحضور على تلبية‬ ‫الدعوة والمشاركة في إحياء هذا الملتقى السنوي مؤكد ا ً‬ ‫من خالل سرد االنجازات التي قامت بها الجمعية خالل‬ ‫السنتين الماضيتين من مشاريع ومؤتمرات وندوات‬ ‫وأنشطة دورها في االرتقاء بمهنة الدعاية واإلعالن‪ ،‬حيث‬ ‫استقطبت أهم المحاضرين العالميين الى دولة الكويت‬ ‫ضمن مشاركات دولية كانت آخرها الفعاليات التي انجزت‬ ‫في المؤتمر الدولي للجمعية في لندن في مايو ‪2015‬‬ ‫ومشاركة الجمعية الرسمية في فعاليات كان ليونزودبي‬ ‫لينكس في شهر مارس الماضي‪ ،‬لمواكبة التطورات‬ ‫السريعة في هذا المجال الحيوي الذي يمثل نسبة عالية‬ ‫من دخل المؤسسات ويخدم شريحة كبيرة في المجتمع‪.‬‬ ‫وأوضح كنفاني ان الجمعية ماضية في إقامة جميع‬ ‫النشاطات من دورات تدريبية وتثقيفية سبق أن أدرجتها‬ ‫ضمن جدول أعمالها والتي تصب بمجملها في تطوير‬ ‫ثقافة االعالن وزيادة الوعي حول اهميتها‪ .‬وتحدث كنفاني‬ ‫عن الحملة اإلعالنية التي ستطرح قريبا في الكويت والتي‬ ‫تدعم دورقطاع اإلعالن واهميته في المجتمع للنهوض‬ ‫بالمستوى اإلعالني المطلوب‪ .‬كما اعلن رسميا انطالق‬ ‫برامج التواصل اإلجتماعي للجمعية لكي تضع جميع‬ ‫مشاريعها الحالية والقادمة بين ايدي المهتمين لسهولة‬ ‫المتابعة الدائمة والمشاركة المستمرة‪.‬‬ ‫واختتم كنفاني حديثه باإلعالن عن اهم مؤتمرتعليمي‪/‬‬ ‫توظيفي سيقام للمرة االولى في الكويت حيث سيحظى‬ ‫هذا المؤتمر بمشاركة محلية ودولية من قبل الجامعات‬ ‫المختصة والمعنية بمجال اإلعالن واإلعالم وبحضور‬ ‫خريجي وطالب هذه الجامعات مع كبرى الشركات‬ ‫المحترفة في هذا المجال لتقديم كل ما يلزمهم عن‬ ‫الحياة العملية في قطاعي الدعاية واإلعالن‪.‬‬ ‫بعدها كرم وليد كنفاني كال من الشيخ سلمان الحمود‪،‬‬ ‫والشيخ فيصل الحمود‪ ،‬والدكتور مطر المطيري‪ ،‬وماضي‬ ‫الخميس‪ ،‬وعماد بوخمسين‪ ،‬و عدنان الراشد‪ ،‬ورامي هيكل‪،‬‬ ‫والسفراء النوايا الحسنة للسالم واإلنسانية الدكتوردانيال‬ ‫بولس‪ ،‬والحاج حسان حوحو لمشاركتهم الفاعلة في إنجاح‬ ‫ما قدمته الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن من اعمال‪.‬‬

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‫كما كانت كلمة المكرمين‪ ،‬حيث رحبوا فيها بالحضور‬ ‫وعبّروا عن سرورهم بهذه المشاركة وحثوا على دعم‬ ‫عمل الفريق الواحد في كافة المجاالت ولكل ما فيه رفعة‬ ‫لدولة الكويت‪ .‬وأخيرا أشادوا بالعمل الفعال والمتميز التي‬ ‫تقوم به الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن في الكويت‪.‬‬ ‫وقد تخللت الغبقة عدة مسابقات رمضانية قدمها مروان‬ ‫فرح وحظيت بمشاركة الحضور وتخللها العديد من‬ ‫الجوائز القيمة‪ .‬كما تميزت الغبقة بأجواء الموسيقى‬ ‫الشرقية باالضافة إلى فقرات ترفيهية اخرى وامتدت حتى‬ ‫ساعات متأخرة بعد منتصف الليل‪.‬‬ ‫في الختام‪ ،‬تقدمت الجمعية الدولية لإلعالن بالشكر لكل‬ ‫من ساهم في إنجاح هذه االمسية من حضور وداعمين‪.‬‬

Entertainment Events

Recent Events This month's exciting events

Alyasra Fashion introduces Italian TSC Together Holds Month Long fashion brand, LIU JO Activity for Employees as Part of 33 Yr. Celebration

INJAZ-Kuwait Honors Winning Students of its 8th National ‘Company Program’ Competition

The LIU JO Spring/Summer 2015 collection revolves around its feminine essence, a collection ideal for women who love to play with colour. Versatile and fresh, the items are easy to match and can be mixed with any other. Items of the collection display countless floral details, embroidery and special finishes to necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings and more.

INJAZ-Kuwait hailed the success of its 8th National Company Program Competition that was held at the Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry, on 5 and 6 June, 2015. The winners of the competition were honored during a celebration ceremony, which was held on the occasion of INJAZ Kuwait’s 10 year anniversary, in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Education and Higher Education, Dr. Bader Al-Essa and Injaz board of directors are Mrs.Salam Al Hajaj, Mr. Abdulwahab Al Marzouq, Sheikha Reem Ali Al Sabah, Mr.Adel Al Shamali, Mr. Meshaan Al Meshaan, and Khaled Al Mutawa.

Guests were invited into LIU JO, Grand Avenue, The Avenues, to view the accessories collection and enjoy bite-sized bruschetta, mozzarella and tomato bites, cannoli and a classic cup of coffee with chocolates.

LIU JO accessories are now available at Grand Avenue, The Avenues, while the ready-to-wear collection will soon be available at The Gate Mall.

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As part of its Employee Engagement Program, TSC Together, managed by TSC Employee’s Sports and Social Committee whose aim is to foster team spirit and share common activities recently organized a series of events as part of its 33 yr. month long celebration.

Throughout the month the committee, organized weekly morning breakfasts, store employee parties, a long service awards ceremony and an end of month brunch, consisting of contests, prize draws, and a grand prize draw of a 2015 BAIC A115 car.

As the month long celebrations came to an end, employees across the head office gathered together to enjoy brunch, games and activities, and anticipated the lucky winner of the grand prize draw.

TSC Together has a number of planned events and activities for employees across the company for 2015.

This year, a total of 250 students between the ages of 16 and 24, from private and public schools and universities, competed for the winning title of ‘Best Student Company of the Year 2015’.

During the ceremony, winners of the Company Program were announced where the ‘Best Student Company of the Year 2015’ award for the Universities category, sponsored by Gulf Bank, went to ‘En-Tire-Ly fun ” and for the high school category; ‘Sekan Sensor”. The two winning companies will be representing Kuwait in the INJAZ Al-Arab regional competition. The ‘Most Innovative Product’ award was presented to ‘En-Tire-Ly fun’ for the universities category and to ‘Greenovation’ for the high school category, which was sponsored

by Alghanim Industries and last but not least, the ‘Student Company with the Best Social Impact’ award went to ‘Sun Out’ for the universities category and ‘Helping Hands’ for the high schools category, which was sponsored by Zain.

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CELEBRATE RAMADAN WITH NEW LOOK

ONTIME Launches New Gents Collection of the Italian Fashionlifestyle brand, DICI MILANO

As the holy month approaches New Look announces the 2015 Ramadan collection.

With a focus on striking prints with animal magnetism, the collection is designed to highlight the joy of dressing up. Patterned and lace separates are accentuated with gold embellishments and accessories. Silhouettes are easy and relaxed to reflect the high summer season.

From Milan to Kuwait, ONTIME is pleased to introduce a new gents collection for the Italian fashion brand, DICI, which will be available in Kuwait, KSA, UAE & Iraq by the end of June 2015.

The collection revolves around maxi dresses and wide flowing trousers in leopard print, sleek neutrals or gilded brocade. Highlight pieces include lacy or embellished waterfall jackets and cover-ups. Design details are incorporated in a sequined top or a dress embroidered in metallic thread, perfect for a festive gathering.

Accessories further complement the extravagant looks, in jewelled clutches, translucent box bags and heels adorned with bows or covered in metallic gold and pewter.

They bring together an overall look that is both on-trend and indulgent, perfect for the season.

The new gents’ collection features sport, elegant, trend-orientated watches as well as a wide variety of men’s accessories including cufflinks, eyewear, writing Instruments and small leather goods.

The Italian brand, DICI, offers inclusive range of collection, which caters for all needs,including the Classic Line, which is perfect for business and dressed up evenings, the Sports line, which goes with the summer beach retreats and weekly sport exercise and the Fashion Line which is ideal for weekdays and casual events.

‫مخيم أرجانا الصيفي ينطلق بمشاركة‬ ً ‫ طف‬150 ‫أكثر من‬ ‫ال‬

‫أطلقت شركة أرجانا للمنتجعات والفنادق مخيمها‬ ‫الصيفي المتميز الرابع في فندق ومنتجع موفنبيك‬ ً ‫ طف‬150 ‫ بمشاركة أكثر من‬،‫البدع‬ ‫ال بين الفئة العمرية‬ ‫ عقب النجاح الباهر الذي حققته مخيماتها‬،‫ سنة‬12 ‫ و‬3 ‫ والتي كان لها أصداء طيبة‬،‫في السنوات الماضية‬ ‫ومرضية من جانب المشاركين واألهالي بما قدمته من‬ .‫أنشطة ترفيهية وتربوية ورياضية متميزة‬ ‫ تسعى الشركة‬،‫وبإطالق مخيمها الصيفي الرابع‬ ‫لتطبيق خطتها السنوية للتنمية المجتمعية من‬ ‫ وقد أولت هذه‬.‫خالل تعزيز دورها في خدمة المجتمع‬ ‫السنة اهتمام ًا كبيراً لألنشطة الرياضية والثقافية‬ ‫واالجتماعية والترفيهية ذات الصلة بالمجتمع إضافة‬ ‫إلى الرحالت الترفيهية ورحالت خاصة لمؤسسات‬ ‫المجتمع المدني لتفعيل دور القطاع الخاص في هذا‬ ‫المنحى وهو جزء من عمل شركة أرجانا الهادف إلى‬ ‫االرتقاء والنهوض بالشباب وتعزيز روح التفاعل‬ ‫ وصقل شخصيتهم وخاصة بعد انتهاء‬،‫بشكل دائم‬ ‫ وقد حرصت أيض ًا خالل هذا المخيم‬.‫الموسم الدراسي‬ ‫على استثمار أوقات الخريجين الجدد من المدارس‬ ‫والجامعات من خالل االستعانة بهم في تنظيم وإدارة‬ ‫المخيم لالستفادة من طاقاتهم وتشكيل خبرات‬ ‫جديدة لديهم تهيؤهم لبدء مرحلة حياتية جديدة‬

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Your Travels according to your Horoscope Celebrity Birthdays: Cancer Men Cancer men are the shyest; they are nice and calm yet nervous at times. It takes a long time and lots of meetings to get close to a cancer man. Very family oriented and always polite.

Lionel Messi

Khloe Kardashian

Kevin Hart

Cancer Women Cancer woman are the most peaceful, passionate and sensitive. She is not only sensitive when it comes to herself; she is sensitive when it comes to other people too. She can be very stubborn but very emotional and sympathetic at the same time.

Aries: Mar 21 — Apr 20

Libra: Sept 24 — Oct 23

Taurus: Apr 21 — ­ May 20

Scorpio: Oct 23 — Nov 22

Gemini: May 21 ­— June 21

Sagittarius: Nov 23 — Dec 21

Cancer: June 22 — July 22

Capricorn: Dec 22 — Jan 20

Leo: July 23 — Aug 22

Aquarius: Jan 21 — Feb 19

Virgo: Aug 23 — Sept 23

Pisces: Feb 20 — Mar 20

This is the perfect time for a love trip for you. So, if you can go on a vacation go ahead cause you will not regret this. Go to concerts, tan at the beach and have fun! Everything is working in your favor! These couple of months are you lucky months, so sit back and enjoy.

You can get the best out of your time at home this summer.

Hosting gatherings or a BBQ in the backyard, throwing a party. Do stuff your passionate about and just relax at home these months are chill for you so take advantage of it!

More busy weeks and months for Gemini. You might face the real deal when it comes to someone in your love life. You can actually make solid plans for the future so be careful about how you’re feeling about it all.

You’re probably bored of your daily routine so take some time for yourself, go on a vacation, spend extra time at the gym. Trust your instincts follow your future goals and have fun and find some new ways to spend your time.

You’re in a very loving mood and there is no reason to hold back. It keeps getting better for you these two months so enjoy it while it lasts! You are so full of charisma, charm and that will help you get your forever crush!

It is all about family when it comes to Virgos these couple of months. Visit your parents, have a little get away from work and plan family gatherings. You will reconnect with your power and desire so take some time, go out, go to the beach and boost your creativity!

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It’s the perfect time for a perfect trip for you! Travel, go out and have fun! You may have a good business opportunity soon so keep your options open and your mind open as well.

Reconnect with an old friend and let the future take its path!

Your doors are open and planted with flowers and sparks in both your love life and your career so get ready for romantic dates and being the star in your officeI It’s is about time to buy the Nikes you’ve been dying to get or the Victoria’s Secret bag because your financial prospects are also strong.

At this point the spotlight is all on your relationship. Dating is the thing you should be doing right now. You love meeting new people and being social and that is exactly what you should be doing because a spark will light up soon with someone new!

Follow your heart and don’t fight it because your instincts are right. You will feel more confident and stable in July the most.

You will be financially stable and there is a possibility of a new job opportunity so take a chance and make it work out.

A very fun and social upcoming two months are here so take advantage of that and go out on with friends or your loved ones. It may be an exciting time in your life so don’t hold back and make your summer vacation worth it!

All the work on your to-do list will finally work out perfectly fine.

In these two upcoming months you will be very productive at your workplace. You will also get very good financial news so save up for later and do not waste your money though.