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Dear Students, My colleague come to my office the other day and said “Oh my God, today I acted like you!! I was snappy, but I got what I wanted!!” And how does it feel, I asked her? “It feels so good… and so bad…” Because you go what you wanted? “Because I was nasty!!” You mean you were assertive! She looked at me with her piercing eyes, eager to hear more, always ready to learn. If one could get by in life with a smile and being courteous, then trust me, we would all be grinning all day long. Unfortunately, till today a lot of people respond better to authoritative attitudes, remember authority was for centuries in the hands of dictating males. To be a female in a responsible position, you will have, whether you like or not, to adopt some of the male, harsh attitudes. The problem is that some females may over compensate. I surely hope you will never fall into this. “How do I keep myself in check?” By understanding what assertiveness means. By asking only that which is your right, and by always thanking and appreciating those who extend their help to you. “Remember when I used to say I can never be like you?” WRITE TO US info@ph7-kw.com
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Remember when I used to tell you, you just wait and see, I wasn’t born assertive, I became with time and experience. And yet… “Yes?” Don’t ever try to be me or anybody other than who you are. Have more trust in yourself and your better judgment and know that as long as your heart is in right place and your aim is to get the job done, the tones will vary with each situation, with each new person you meet. At the end of the day, no two people are alike and life is in a constant state of evolution. I enjoy my conversations with my wide eyed young colleague. She teaches me a lot about myself and there is much to be learned from human interactions. I hope you enjoy them too, Till next issue,
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If you love something go for it, you never know when you might get the chance that can change your life, When did you start playing the guitar? It all started off when I was 13 years old, back in 2007. Who discovered your talent? How did it evolve? Well, I’ve always had a passion for this specific instrument and wanted to learn how to play. I had my family’s support, and a good friend of mine and a fellow guitarist, Feras Arrabi, helped me with few tips at the very beginning, also Humam Hawassli helped me develop my rhythm playing. Afterwards, I decided to create a Youtube account and started uploading videos of my guitar playing and receiving both positive and negative comments that opened my eyes to things I hadn’t noticed earlier (www.youtube.com/user/HamoudiZureik ). It all obviously evolved through practice, since that’s how things work. When was your first concert/ official appearance? It was on January, 31st, 2010 next to Hard Rock café. How many appearances have you done? Three appearances.
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Who and what inspired you as a guitarist? Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Joe Satriani, Guthrie Govan, Gary Moore, Richie Blackmore, John Petrucci, Paul Gilbert, Michael Romeo, Marty Freidman, Jason Becker, Steve Vai, Michael Amott, Gus G. and MiikaTenkula. Where do you see Kuwait in this field? Unfortunately, Kuwait is far from this field. What was the biggest challenge you faced as an Arab guitarist? The fact that the whole rock and metal music scene in the Arab world is terrible and not respected, I’m a musician, but I don’t wear black 24/7, cut myself and pretend that my life’s miserable, but the society looks at me like I’m some disgusting creature. What are you doing nowadays? I’m writing an album, but it is kind of a far target for now. Where do you plan to reach with your guitar? Hopefully, when I’m done with my university years, I’m going to head abroad to study music, get my masters and PhD and teach music, maybe open my own music school or become a labelled musician. Those cases apply whether in the Arab world or abroad. Today when you look back is there anything you want to change? Well, I used to say that I hated the fact that I started-off with Death Metal, Groove Metal and Metalcore, but I gained a lot of experience from those genres in my guitar playing, so I’m not sure if that’s going to change anything, but if it does, I hope it’s for the best.
What are the top 5 musical pieces that incorporate guitar, in your opinion, and by who? Guardian Angel by Yngwie J. Malmsteen. Always With Me, Always With You by Joe Satriani. Waves by Guthrie Govan. The Loner by Gary Moore. Sea of Dreams by Godgory. What would you like to say to STUDENTALK readers? If you love something so much, go for it, you never know when you might get the chance that can change your life, so why not take that chance while you’re at it? Remember, it’s all about you, so keep it up! Thank you. www.studentalk-online.com
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Name: Raghad Alawnah Age: 19 Talent: Painting When did you start? Back in school we would have Art classes from when we were in Kindergarten and I have always enjoyed every minute of them. I really started to gain an interest in painting/drawing or perhaps had ‘discovered’ my talent during grade 7; and since then, my love for painting grows every day. Who gave you support? My teachers supported me in improving my talents and skills, but of course, the most support and encouragement I got was from my loving family and friends. I especially feel encouraged when my friends or family ask me to paint something for their living room or kitchen. How did your talent evolve? Having Art classes and deciding to study Art in more depth during the last couple of years in school allowed me to improve my skills and learn different techniques. I loved to paint in and out of the classroom which helped me gain experience and made my brushstrokes more confident when touching the blank canvas. Were there any obstacles? I guess finding the time and being inspired enough to paint was quite difficult and I think that these would be my obstacles when it comes to painting.
Who is your muse? Everything and anything can be a muse to me- whether it be a person, an object or even the weather. Whenever I feel like I am overwhelmed with feelings I paint as it helps me express these feelings with every brushstroke that I make. For me, painting is what heals my soul. Today when you look back is there anything you want to change? I can’t really think of anything that I would change, except that I would have wanted to enter a field to do with art at university. Any last words to the readers? We all have our own unique talents, whether it has to do with music, art or giving moving speeches. We are born with these talents for a reason, as Benjamin Franklin once said, “Hide not your talents, they for use were made. What’s a sundial in the shade?”
Name: حممد ي�سري فهمي �أحمد Age: 18 Talent: كرة القدم When did you start? �سنوات و اتذكر عندما كنت العب مع6 بد�أت منذ كان عمري .ا�صدقائي يف �ساحة املنزل Who gave you support? كان لأمي و ابي الف�ضل يف ت�شجيعي على لعب الكرة باال�ضافة اىل .املدرب يف النادي و املدر�سة و ا�صدقائي اي�ضا How did your talent evolve? يف احلقيقة كرثة لعب املباريات باال�ضافة اىل الدخول يف العديد من البطوالت اخلارجية و الدورات الرم�ضانية كل هذا ي�ؤدي اىل .تنمية املهارات مع الوقت باال�ضافة اىل النادي 24 - 25
Were there any obstacles? ان�شغايل يف الدرا�سة ادى اىل تقليل ممار�سة الكرة باال�ضافة اىل اال�صابات و ا�شهر عن3 لكن م�ؤخرا ا�صبت ا�صابة بليغة يف الركبة ادت اىل ابتعادي ملدة .املالعب Who is your muse? زين الدين زيدان احب طريقته يف اللعب باال�ضافة اىل ا�سلوبه املتميز الذي .ي�شبه اىل حد ما ا�سلوبي اما يف العرب ف�إين احب حممد �أبوتريكة Today when you look back is there anything you want to change? ال�شيء انا را�ض متاما على ما قدمته و �سوف ابذل ق�صارى جهدي حتى احقق .املتعة ملحبيني و حتقيق حلم ابي وامي Any last words to the readers? على االن�سان ان يحب جماله لأن بذلك �سوف يبدع و يظهر قدراته و هذا اقرب طريق للنجاح فالثقة بالنف�س و االرادة امران البد منهما و الطموح ميد االن�سان .بالقوة و العزم و يف االول و يف االخر التوكل على اهلل يف كل �شيئ
Name: Awss Al-Daour. Age: 22 Talent: Deejay-ing
Were there any obstacles? The only obstacle was to manage my time between studying and playing music.
When did you start? Who is your muse? I have been into deejay-ing since I was 15 House songs are my muse. years old. Today when you look back is there Who gave you support? anything you want to change? My friends were my first supporters No, I don’t want to change anything. I am besides my DJ friends. completely satisfied. How did your talent evolve? Any last words to the readers? It evolved by time and throughout the I’m a good DJ so don’t miss it the opportunity parties and events I arranged. to hear me play. Regards to all. Name: Yamen Al-Farra Age: 20 Talent: Photography When did you start? I started when I had my first camera phone at the age of 12. But effectively, I started getting in a higher level 2 years ago when I had my first Professional DSLR Camera.
Were there any obstacles? Honestly, my main problem is time, and as I’m doing engineering, I used to have lots of homework, projects and quizzes. Who is your muse? In fact, I admire too many people but I think the very best one is Tom Guilmette, a man I saw on YouTube before visiting his website.
Who gave you support? At the beginning, only close friends gave me mental and moral support. But recently, almost everyone I know.
Today when you look back is there anything you want to change? If I could change anything, I would get myself involved in photography much earlier so I could be more experienced now.
How did your talent evolve? I improved my talent by practicing and trying to fill my free time in a way that could get me more experienced in photography, like taking photos from different angles, changing lightings, and viewing the affects of the photo.
Any last words to the readers? Always find a goal, put it right in front of your eyes, close your ears, and just keep moving as fast as you can until you reach it, and if you feel it’s hard, just say it’s not impossible.
Name: نوال خالد Age: 18 Talent: كتابة اخلواطر
Who is your muse? م�شاعري و�أحا�سي�سي هي من تلهمني كل كلمة �أتفوه بها فكل ما �أنطقه نابع .من قلبي
When did you start? .يف �سن اخلام�سة ع�شر
Today when you look back is there anything you want to change? �أريد تغيري منط كتابتي يف البداية كنت �أكتب بالعامية ثم بد�أت �أكتب،نعم باللغة العربية و�أحب �أن �أتقن فن اتزان القافية يف كتابة اخلواطر لت�صبح .�أجمل
Who gave you support? .�صديقاتي How did your talent evolve? .قراءة العديد من اخلواطر والق�صائد Were there any obstacles? .نعم
Any last words to the readers? ع�ش حياتك بحلوها ومرها تفاءل دائما و�أبد ًا ثق بربك وتوكل عليه ت�سعد .بحياتك
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University: KU Name: Mohamed magdy Mohamed Age: 23 department: science
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University: gust Name: Mohamed Khan Age: 19 Department: accounting
To be honest, I get annoyed with people’s opinions most of the time, but I always like to debate and try to convince others of my views. I also like to debate because sometimes people change my thoughts and increase my knowledge
University: gust Name: Awss Aldaour Age: 21 Department: marketing
I like to hear their opinions and debate with them, as maybe one of us could become persuaded by the other.
University: ku Name: ahmad yassin Age: 20 .Department: electric eng
لكل منا راي خا�ص فيه و احلياة مبنية ا�سا�سا على االختالف و االراء تتفاوت فمنها ما يجب مناق�شته على امل تغيري هذا الراي و منها ما يجب جتنبه النه ال فائدة من مناق�شته و انا ال انزعج اال من االراء اخلاطئة متاما التي .ميكن ان تتغري
University: gust Name: Seba Abo Shanab Age: 19 Department: pr
Usually, I like to hear other people’s opinions, however I hate when it becomes personal and people attack you directly. Therefore, people should be careful when they state their opinions and it should not be meant as an attack.
University: gust Name: Ali Hassan Arzouni Age: 19 Department: international business
In my opinion, I like discussing these issues with others. We can convince each other until we reach an agreement which is much better than ignoring one another.
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University: KU Name: احمد امين ابو السعود Age: 20 department: احصاء و بحوث عمليات
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University: KU Name: ahmed hani Age: 22 Department: mechanical eng.
Everyone has his own opinion and own way of living- I prefer not to interfere in their own private lives.
University: ku Name: nada ahmed hamed Age: 18 Department: SCIENCE
اف�ضل مناق�شة مع من تعار�ض مع املعتقدات العامة و لكن على احلوار ان يكون بناء و �ضمن افكار مدرو�سة و عدم .اجلدال فيما ال اعرتا�ض عليه
University: KU Name: mohmmed yousri fahmy Age: 18 Department: education
مما ال �شك فيه ان لكل �شخ�ص افكار و معتقدات و هذه اف�ضل،االفكار قد تتطابق مع املعتقدات او ال تتطابق مناق�شة هذه االفكار و املعتقدات الن �سماع الراي االخر من اهم مميزات النقا�ش ال�سليم يف اطار االحرتام .املتبادل بني الطرفني
University: ku Name: ahmed Khalid Age: 18 Department: computer science
University: ku Name: saif ahmed refaat Age: 19 Department: civil eng.
الن معظم النا�س يتبنون تلك االفكار للفت انظار,ال .النا�س اليهم فالواجب �سماع افكارهم لت�صحيحها
Simply, I avoid them because arguing with them annoys me a lot. I think I can take the chance of listening to them though.
University: ku Name: ahmed attia Age: 21 Department: mechanical eng.
No, I don’t get annoyed. Everybody has the right of an opinion and I have to listen to other people’s opinion if I want mine to be heard.
University: KU Name: Husain abdulkarim Age: 18 Department: engineering
ال تزعجني تلك االراء و اناق�شها مع ه�ؤالء اال�شخا�ص لكي اعرف ما يدور يف اذهانهم و احرتم اراءهم لكي يحرتموا .ر�أيي
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University: gust Name: Dawood Husain Age: 22 Department: finance
I would discuss and debate with them and oppose my ideas and beliefs which I think are perfect.
University: KU Name: amal ali Age: 21 Department: science
.احب �سماع تلك االراء و ال اهتم مبناق�شتها
University: gust Name: Mohamed Msulkhi Age: 24 Department: visual communication
I prefer to discuss with others to learn more issues about any subject. I respect others’ opinions, so when we debate, we could perhaps both agree about what we are discussing.
University: gust Name: DEEMA ALLUSH Age: 22 Department: PR
I believe that everyone has their own opinions, but I do get annoyed when these people force their opinion on my general beliefs.
University: auk Name: Ahmed Hassanein Age: 20 Department: Computer Engineering
Everyone is entitled to their own beliefs and opinions. It’s always nice to hear opposing or different thoughts to see how others think about certain topics, and it usually leads to interesting discussions/ debates.
University: gust Name: Abdullah Boshehry Age: 24 Department: MIS
يعتمد على املو�ضوع نف�سه اذا كان بالغ االهمية و معلومات خاطئة تطرخ مبنية على ا�سا�س خاطئ اناق�ش . فيها و البد ان يت�سم باجلدية
University: gust Name: Moneer Mohamed Al Saleh Age: 23 Department: ib
نعم يزعجني و لكن اف�ضل مناق�شتها و احاول اقناع .الطرف االخر
University: gust Name: Ali Hamdan Age: 22 Department: accounting
In my opinion, when I hear something I don’t like, I oppose and do my best to coax the other person to show that he is wrong. I never accept a debate unless I’m 100% confident that I am right.
University: KU Name: WALEED M.H Age: 18 Department: education
فاحب ان اقتنع بال�شيء قبل ان ا�ؤمن به،اف�ضل مناق�شتها و بع�ض االراء قد اجدها خاطئة فاحب ان اناق�شها لأو�ضح .ال�صحيح
University: auk Name: Meryem Hanna Age: 20 Department: Management
I do not get annoyed. Every person has his own opinion and I respect them.
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University: ku Name: . yousef mahmoud Mohamed Age: 20 Department: SCIENCE
دائما احب �سماع الر�أي املعاك�س يل و الرائي الن ذلك يزيد من ثقافتي و يبني �شخ�صيتي فرمبا يكون هذا ،الراي هو ال�صواب فلي�س كل معتقداتنا العامة �صحيحة و احب النقا�شات البناءة ب�شرط نكون على الن�ستوى .االدبي للحوار
University: ku Name:shermin abdlurazig Age: 18 Department: biological science
No, I don’t get annoyed when I hear these opinions; I really like to debate because we are now living in an era of freedom and democracy of opinion.
University: ku Name: zaynab rahal Age: 17 Department: Engineering
No, because we should respect others’ opinions and hear them in order to have our own opinions be heard. It’s a right of speech and you can’t force your opinion on anyone.
University: ku Name: عبد احلميد �سيد نوح Age: 19 Department: علم نف�س
و ذلك للتعرف،اف�ضل مناق�شتها على ال�صعيد ال�شخ�صي على وجهة ن�ضري يف للمو�ضوع و م�ساعدته على التخل�ص .من هذه العادات اذا تطلب االمر
University: auk Name: Yousef Nayef Age: 21 Department: English Literature
I Would Discuss, Not Debate. I Don’t Like To Change People’s Opinions But I Do Enjoy To Know Why They Think So.
University: ku Name: basel eid Age: 20 Department: civil eng.
اف�ضل مناق�شتها فقد تتطابق افكارهم مع تلك،ابدا .املعتقدات باالقناع
University: KU Name: ahmed yousef Age: 21 Department: Civil engineering
،من الطبيعي ان تختلف اراء النا�س و تتباين اعتقاداتهم و لكن يجب،و هذا ال يعني جتنبهم او االختالف معهم و لكن اميل اىل،قبول االخر مهما كانت خمتلفة عن ارائنا .مناق�شتها و تو�ضيح وجهة نظر كل طرف
University: KU Name: rami khouli Age: 18 Department: ENGINEERING
I’m not one of those people who constantly worry about other people’s way of thinking. The point of discussion is to help people get off in the right direction of reversing these unpleasant thoughts.
University: KU Name:ghadeer ali A ge: 19 Department: computer eng.
ال احب ان ا�سمع تلك االراء التي ال تتطابق افكارهم مع املعتقدات العامة الن ذلك يزعجني و كل �شخ�ص له احلرية يف اختيار ر�أيه و كل �شخ�صية تختلف عن . �شخ�صية �أخرى
University: auk Name: Tamer Ramadan A ge: 21 Department: Business and Management
I believe everyone’s side should be heardDebating helps with that; you may learn something new
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University: auk Name: Michael Zahar Age: 19 Department: GDES
I am liberal to people’s opinions.
University: auk Name: Kholod Al-Shamry Age: 21 Department: Computer Engineering
No, I won’t get annoyed because everyone has the right to express themselves and their belief. I’d rather debate so that everyone’s sides get heard.
University: Auk Name: Ramsey Awwad Age: 25 department: (Double Major) Economics and Finance
Our society has advanced because of people who challenge general beliefs. The theory that the world was flat was once a general belief. Was it true? Refer to noble figures such as Galileo and Einstein and see how they challenged general beliefs. I like to hear opposing views and debate; this is how we learn new things.
University: auk Name: Fajer Khajah Age: 21 Department: is
I debate with them because I want to annoy them the way they annoy me. I’m kidding.
University: auk Name: Omnia Abdelhalim Age: 22 Department: pr
No, I love to debate and argue. The best thing about this is that no one can label each other’s opinions as “wrong.” I love persuading people and standing up for what I believe in, no matter what or who.
University: Auk Name: Helene Georges Age: 20 Department: Graphic Design
The only thing steady in this world is diversity; it’s what makes us unique as individuals. We all come from different countries, cultures, and backgrounds, hence, it is only expected that we have different ways of thinking too. Why should we feel annoyed if we clash on opinions? Debating allows us to see things from someone else’s lens and broaden our minds to a whole different scope of views- only then can we truly evolve intellectually.
University: auk Name: Marie El Neama Age: 22 Department: International Studies
University: auk Name: Farah H. Ahmed Age: 18 Department: marketing
As far as opinions go, I believe everyone has a right to speak out about their views. I won’t get annoyed, but the only time it would bother me is if the opinion is discriminatory – that’s when I’d debate.
I actually like to debate because people think differently. No one is like the other; that’s why we complete each other.
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دورة “�أ�سا�سيات الت�صوير الفوتوغرافي” نظم النادي دورته الثانية في هذا الف�صل الدرا�سي ،وهي دورة “�أ�سا�سيات الت�صوير الفوتوغرافي” خالل الفترة من 19مار�س �إلى 21مار�س 2012 في مبنى جريدة �آفاق الجامعية في جامعة الكويت ،والتي قدمها الم�صور المبدع خالد العبدالغفور ،وقد تعلم الم�شاركين في الدورة العديد من المهارات في ا�ستخدام الكاميرا ،وتعرفوا على �أنواع الكاميرات والعد�سات ،بالإ�ضافة �إلى درا�ستهم لأزرار الكاميرا وكيفية تعديل ال�صور من خالل الفوتو�شوب. وقد احتوت الدورة على جانبين مهمين وهما الجانب النظري والعملي ،وتميزت الدورة من خالل المداخالت والم�شاركات المفيدة وذلك من قبل المتدربين والمتدربات الم�شاركين في الدورة ،وكان عدد الم�شاركين في الدورة قد تجاوز ال� 20شخ�ص ًا.
دورة “العالقات العامة”
انتهت ثالث دورة من دورات النادي الإعالمي وهي دورة “العالقات العامة” التي قام بتقديمها ثالثة محا�ضرين تميزوا في مجال عملهم بالعالقات العامة ،وهم مدير الت�سويق والعالقات العامة في �شركة كواليتي نت الإعالمي عبداهلل بوفتين، وم�سئول العالقات العامة واالت�صال في برج الحمراء �أ .دانة مدوه ،واخت�صا�صي قنوات التوا�صل االجتماعي في ق�سم العالقات العامة ببنك الكويت الوطني �أ. بدرية الر�شيد ،وعدد الم�سجلين في الدورة فاق ال 40م�شارك ًا ،وقد اقيمت الدورة في الفترة من � 10-8أبريل ،2012وذلك في كلية العلوم الإدارية. وكانت بداية الدورة في اليوم الأول مع �أ .بدرية الر�شيد ،والتي تحدثت عن قنوات التوا�صل االجتماعي ،وعن دورها المهم في ع�صرنا الحالي ،وفي اليوم الثاني من الدورة تحدثت �أ .دانة مدوه في البداية عن تعريف العالقات العامة ومن ثم عن الهيكل الخا�ص بالعالقات العامة ،بالإ�ضافة �إلى كيفية تحقيق النقلة النوعية با�ستخدام العالقات العامة� ،أما اليوم الأخير من الدورة كان مع الإعالمي عبداهلل بوفتين الذي تحدث عن مهام العالقات العامة ،و�أن ق�سم العالقات العامة في �أي م�ؤ�س�سة �أو �شركة تعتبر واجهة للنا�س ،وهي التي تبني �صورة جيدة لل�شركة ،كما تطرق بوفتين �إلى تجربته في العمل لدى بنك الكويت الوطني و�شركة محمد حمود ال�شايع.
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GRADES Name: Darweesh Qamhiya Age: 20 Major: Accounting University: GUST
QHave you always had a high GPA? Darweesh: yes Razan: Yes, since my days in school.
QHow do your peers look at you because of your GPA? Darweesh: Friendship is something that is not related to my GPA. Razan: Not many of them know that I have a high GPA; it is not something that I talk about. What’s funny though is that when random people find out about my GPA, they tell me that my looks don’t show that I could be someone with a high GPA and usually say that they are impressed.
QDo you feel like you are part of your peers or alienated from them? Darweesh: I definitely feel as part of my peers.
Razan: I’m definitely part of them! A high GPA does not alienate you from people. How does it affect your social life?
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Darweesh: Actually it may not change anything for my social life; it may just help in the future for a better life. Razan:It doesn’t affect my social life in any way but what bothers me about it is that sometimes the less fortunate in their studies stick to me when there is a group project. It becomes obvious that all they want from me is to do all the work and secure them the A.
QHow does your GPA affect your relationship with the teachers?
Daweesh: Sometimes it makes doctors feel happy towards me and treat me in a very good way, and sometimes it may change nothing. Razan: I think it makes things harder for me with teachers because they expect me to work hard and do well in their classes like I do in other classes. It is pressuring in a way. On the other hand, I’ve always had good relations with my teachers but I don’t think my GPA is the reason for that. 48 - 49
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Major: Accounting University: AUK
QWhat drives you to get such high grades? Darweesh: Actually nothing, I’m just doing this because I am used to doing it.
Razan: The fact that I want to achieve in life is what drives me. I’m aware that my GPA alone will not drive me to become successful but it is part of it. So the GPA is part of the puzzle that will help me get what I want in the future.
QWhat does it take for you to get such a high GPA?
Darweesh: Preparing well for the midterms and the finals. Also, concentrating while being in the lectures. Razan: I think this is an answer that everyone knows; study at the right time! All I do is plan a little time ahead on how I’m going to finish all the material, and I do it. It doesn’t require that much of an effort.
QAre you involved in any extra curricular activities? Darweesh: Student Vibe-Station.
Razan: Yes, I am part of a club called B.E.L.L.E. which is dedicated to women empowerment and support. I go out a lot and I also get involved in any activity that I see as fun.
QAre you involved in any charitable organization or activities? Darweesh: No.
Razan: B.E.L.L.E. is also a charitable organization. We helped raise a fund for a female scholarship last year and we’re working on it this year as well by organizing a fashion show whose profits go to this scholarship program.
QDo you believe that students with high GPAs will have a better future than those who score average GPAs? Darweesh: Not always.
Razan: Not necessarily, not everyone who got a good education did something meaningful with their future. Some people are just not meant to be academic leaders; their gifts are in something else like fashion, food, or athletics!
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Gross Domestic Product Why is GDP so important? The gross domestic product (GDP) is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country’s economy. It refers to the market value of all officially recognized final goods and services produced within a country in a given period. Usually, GDP is expressed as a comparison to the previous quarter or year. For example, if the YoY GDP is up 4 percent, this is thought to mean that the economy has grown by 4 percent over the last year. As one can imagine, economic production and growth, what GDP represents, has a large impact on nearly everyone within that economy. For example, when the economy is healthy, you will typically see low unemployment and wage increases as businesses demand labor to meet the growing economy. A significant change in GDP, whether up or down, usually has a significant effect on the stock market. A bad economy usually means lower profits for companies, which in turn means lower stock prices. Investors really worry about negative GDP growth, which is one of the factors economists use to determine whether an economy is in a recession. GDP is used by the Central Banks as one of the key indicators in setting interest rates. So, for example, if prices are rising too fast, the Bank would be expected to increase interest rates to try to control them. But it may hold off if 50 - 51
GDP growth is sluggish, as higher rates could damage the recovery. GDP can be measured in three ways: 1- Output measure: This is the value of the goods and services produced by all sectors of the economy. 2- Expenditure measure: This is the value of the goods and services purchased by households and by government, investment in machinery and buildings. It also includes the value of exports minus imports. 3- Income measure: The value of the income generated mostly in terms of profits and wages. The most direct of the three is the product approach, which sums the outputs of every class of enterprise to arrive at the total. The expenditure approach works on the principle that all of the product must be bought by somebody, therefore the value of the total product must be equal to people’s total expenditures in buying things. The income approach works on the principle that the incomes of the productive factors must be equal to the value of their product, and determines GDP by finding the sum of all producers’ incomes. Source: Wikipedia & Global Research
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Ahmed Osama 22, GUST, Accounting
Shooq Mustafa 21, GUST, Translation
Rula Kubeer 19, GUST, International Business
Salwa Al-Khayat 18, GUST, International Business
Sara Sharara 20, GUST, Finance
Dina Khalil 20, GUST, Radio and TV
Abdullah Abdou, 21, Business Marketing:
Ahmed Abou Ahmed Khalid, Ahmed Attia Al soud Ku,18, Ku,21,Mechanical Ku,20,Statistics & Computer Science Engineering Operation research
Nada Ahmed Hamed Ku,18,Science
Mohammed Yousri Fahmy, KU,18,Education
Saif Ahmed Refaat Husain Abdulkarim Yousef Mahmoud Ahmed Hani Ku,19,Civil Ku,18 Ku,20 ,Faculty Of Ku,22,Mechanical Engineering Engineering Science Engineering
Minnah Bayoumi Ku,17
Zaynab Rahal Rami Khouli Abdul Hamid El- Ghadeer Ali Ku,17,Engineering Ku,18,Engineering Sayed Ku,19,Computer Ku,19,Psychology Engineering
What airline do you use most?
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Hussein Hamdan 20, GUST, International Business
Fahed Alborno 21, GUST, accounting
Ahmed Yousef Ku,21, Civil Engineering
In your opinion, Which airline has the best secrvice?
Basel Eid ,Ku,20, Civil Engineering
Mohamed Magdy Ahmed Yassin Mohamed Ku,20,Electric Ku,23,Science Engineering
Waleed M.H Ku,18,Education
Tamer Ramadan Auk,21,Business/ Management
Ransy Awwad Marie El Neaman Auk,25,Economics Auk,22, and Finance International Student
Yaser khaja Yousef Nayef Auk,21,Philosophy Auk,24,English and Art
Ahmed Mazen Bitar Auk,18,Computer Engineering
Mohammed Hasan Anwar Behbehani Ahmed Hassanein Meryem Hanna Auk,19, Auk,20,GDES 20,AUK,Computer 20,AUK Communications Engineering Management and Media
Rawan Al-Omani 21, AUK, Graphic Design
Michael Zahar 19, AUK, Graphic Design
Ashlee Al-Khudari Fajer Khajah 19, AUK,SBSA 21, AUK,IS
Amal Ali Ku,23,Science
Omnia Abdelhalim 22, AUK,PR
Sarah Al-Ostad Auk,21 ,Graphic Design
Ahmed Abdel-Basset 20,AUK,Computer Engineering
Kholod Al-Shamry Farah H. Ahmed 21, AUK,Computer 18, ENG AUK,Marketing
Do you choose an airline according to price, service or timing?
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Honda Super CR-V 2012 STUDENTALK met Ayman Mohammed Ryad, a 23 year old student at KU, and Farah Madi, a 19 year old student at AUK, to test drive the Honda Super CR-V. Let’s go through their experience with the Honda Super CR-V, and see what they think of it as students.
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What does this car represent to you? -It is for those who look for luxury, safety and good value for money. In your opinion what kind of personality traits are most befitting this car. -Focused, adventurous, conformist, fun and stylish. At what age do you hope to get your dream car? -Early 30’s.
What does this car represent to you? -It is for those who look for safety. In your opinion what kind of personality traits are most befitting this car. -Outgoing, adventurous, serious and conformist. At what age do you hope to get your dream car? -Early 20’s
From 1 to 10, rate this car over all likeability to you. 10 being “the most” -9. Which interior/exterior car colors would best reflect your personality? - Exterior: Red - Interior: Black
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�أكورد (ذات اال�صدار املحدود) راحة و رفاهية ،تكنولوچيا متقدمة و طراز �أكرث �أناقة و بعد مرور ثالثة عقود ،ال تزل �أكورد تجذب العمالء بخطوطها الحادة و قوتها التى تعك�س ح�ضور �أنيق على الطرقات. الأن تتوفر �أكورد �سيدان مع مجموعة من االك�س�سوارات ذات اال�صدار المحدود و التى ت�شتمل على : جناح خلفى ذا طابع كال�سيكى مما يعزز الت�صميم الخلفى و يجعل ال�سيارة �أكثر �إيروديناميكية. حليات كروم فى المقدمة و الخلفية و الجوانب تعزز الت�صميم الحاد و تبرز ت�صميم الم�صد. �شبكة انيقة ت�ضفى مزيد ًا من الرقى و تعزز جماليات المقدمة. �شعار معدنى بارز “ لال�صدار المحدود” مما يميز �أكورد عن باقى الفئات القيا�سية. وباال�ضافة �إلى اناقة الت�صميم و الم�ساحة الرحبة و المريحة للركاب و المرونة فى التعامل و كذلك ال�شكل الريا�ضى الأنيق مع الحفاظ على االداء االمثل فى توفير ا�ستهالك الوقود ،تاتى �أكورد مع مجموعة من مميزات ال�سالمة مثل 6و�سائد هوائية ،م�ساند ر�أ�س �أمامية ن�شطة لحماية الرقبة عند اال�صطدام الخلفي ،نظام الم�ساعدة في ثبات المركبة ،VSAنظام الفرامل المانعة النغالق العجالت ABSمع نظام �إلكتروني لتوزيع قوة الفرامل EBDوهيكل بتقنية الهند�سة المتوافقة المتطورة .ACEجميع فئات �أكورد مجهزة قيا�سي ًا بهذه المزايا وبالتالي تعك�س فل�سفة ال�سالمة في هوندا وهي ال�سالمة للجميع.
�أزرار متعلقة بالتحكم (في الأعلى) و�أزرار مرتبطة ب�أجهزة عر�ض المعلومات (في الأ�سفل) .وبف�ضل مزايا الراحة والمالءمة الع�صرية مثل نظام �إلغاء ال�ضجيج الن�شط (متوفر في فئات ،)V6مكيف هواء �أوتوماتيكي لمنطقتين ،مق�صورة فخمة من الجلد ،نظام �صوتي فاخر مع مبدل � 6أ�سطوانات مدمجة ومدخل ،USBمر�آة للر�ؤية الخلفية مع تعتيم �أوتوماتيكي وزجاج دخاني لفتحة ال�سقف �ست�صبح كل رحلة معها في غاية المتعة .تتمتع الفئات العالية من طرازي L4و V6بنظام هوندا المالحي مع �شا�شة بقيا�س 8بو�صة لقيادة من دون �ضغوط و�سهولة الو�صول �إلى الوجهة المطلوبة. المحرك تم تجهيز هوندا �أكورد LX 2.4و EXبمحرك i-VTECمن � 4سلندرات �سعة 2.4لتر وبقوة 178ح�صان. تم تجهيز هوندا �أكورد LX 3.5و EXبمحرك i-VTEC V6من 6 �سلندرات �سعة 3.5لتر وبقوة 271ح�صان مع تكنولوجيا الإدارة المتغيرة لل�سيلندرات .VCM
الت�صميم الداخلي الرحابة ،الجودة والراحة ،هذا ما تتميز به مق�صورة �أكورد �سيدان 2012مع �أزرار تحكم �سهلة ،مريحة ومالئمة جد ًا .ت�صميم متطور ،يف�صل بين منطقة 56 - 57
CELEBRITIES STAND OUT THAT
Amanda Bynes arrested for Drunken Driving
Supermodel Klum divorces British singer Seal
Amanda Bynes was arrested after getting into a minor misdemeanor with L.A.’s Finest. The 26-year-old actress, driving a black BMW collided with a Cruiser at 3:00 am in west Hollywood, causing minor paint damage to both vehicles. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department suspected after further investigation that the young star had been drinking, and arrested her for driving under the influence. Bynes was booked at the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station and bail was set at $5,000. She was released without being required to pay the bond and was issued a citation. She’ll still have to report to court, though no date has been set. An investigation is ongoing.
German supermodel Heidi Klum filed for divorce from her British singer husband Seal, two and a half months after the pair announced their separation. The couple married in 2005 and have three children together. Seal, best known for hits such as “Kiss from a Rose” and “Crazy,” also adopted Klum’s daughter from a previous relationship with ex Formula One boss Flavio Briatore. Klum, 38, and Seal, 49, were famous for renewing their vows every year on their wedding anniversary. But the model raised eyebrows when she attended the Golden Globes awards ceremony in January without her husband. Seal and Klum vowed to be “civil” for the sake of the children when they announced their split in January this year, with Seal saying it was “difficult” but made easier because of their continued feelings for each other. In divorce papers published by TMZ, Klum asks for joint legal custody of their four children - two boys and two girls, aged 7, 6, 5 and 2 - but she wants primary physical custody, with Seal getting visitation rights.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, you never know what the future holds!!
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After being spotted many times together, rumors have naturally been running rampant that Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are now dating. Kim and Kayne were seen in Manhattan together with four other people just before going for shopping at Jeffrey and FAO Schwarz. Commenting on the rumors, Kim said: “I completely respect and understand that you have to ask these questions. But as I’ve said before, Kanye and I have been friends for years,” As for her split from Kris Humphries, Kim added “We are still going through a divorce, so there’s not really much that I’m allowed to talk about,” she noted. “Out of respect for him, I try to not really talk about stuff involving him...I’m just really ready to move on.” Now we’ll have to wait and see how involved West will be in the ‘moving on’ part?
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COAST FLAUNTS A SPECTACULAR NEW COLLECTION True to their roots, the design team at Coast presents a bold and beautiful collection for Spring Summer 2012; the Collection radiates contemporary elegance and femininity. At the heart of the Coast Collection lies a unique selection of dresses for every special occasion. From a simple luxurious tangerine shift dress with a twisted back to an elegantly draped floor sweeping maxi gown, the fit, the cut and the detailing is executed to the highest standards. Coast is all about bold, colourful, floral prints. This season, beautifully painted garden roses, poppies, Oriental, Wisteria and a varied assortment of decorative flora adorn everything from body conscious shifts to playful bandeau dresses.
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GUYS STAND OUT THAT
Boggi The Spring / Summer 2012 collection is characterized, in its formal part, by the choice of fabrics used, which include natural and noble fibers such as mohair, wool with a high yarn count, cotton and linens. The latter two are sometimes mixed together to give off a more attractive finish whilst retaining the quality of the fabric. Selected and purchased from the best woolen mills of Biella, in combination with the selected classical/ modern models, Boggi offers its customers a variety of contemporary items for a fresh, renewed wardrobe.
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Easy tips for planning a healthy diet and sticking to it! Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of the foods you love. Rather, it’s about feeling great, having more energy, and keeping yourself as healthy as possible, all of which can be achieved by learning some nutrition basics and using them in a way that works for you. Healthy eating begins with learning how to eat smart, it’s not just what you eat, but how you eat. Your food choices can reduce your risk of illnesses such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, as well as defend against depression. Additionally, learning the habits of healthy eating can boost your energy, sharpen your memory and stabilize your mood. Healthy eating tip 1: Set yourself up for success Simplify. Start slow and make changes to your eating habits over time. Every change you make to improve your diet matters. Think of water and exercise as food groups in your diet. Water helps flush our system of waste products and toxins, yet many people go through life dehydrated causing tiredness, low energy, and headaches. It’s common to mistake thirst for hunger, so staying well hydrated will also help you make healthier food choices. Healthy eating tip 2: Moderation is key Try not to think of certain foods as “off-limits.” Later, you will be craving them, so if you are to indulge, think smaller portions Healthy eating tip 3: It’s not just what you eat, it’s how you eat Listen to your body. Ask yourself if you are really hungry, or have a glass of water to see if you are thirsty instead of hungry. Eat breakfast, and eat smaller meals throughout the day. Healthy eating tip 4: Limit sugar and salt Avoid sugary drinks. Try sparkling water with lemon or a splash of fruit juice. Eat naturally sweet food such as fruit, peppers, or natural peanut butter to satisfy your sweet tooth. 66 - 67
Healthy eating tip 5: Eat more healthy carbs and whole grains Healthy carbs include whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. Unhealthy carbs (or bad carbs) are foods such as white flour, refined sugar, and white rice that have been stripped of all bran, fiber, and nutrients. Unhealthy carbs digest quickly and cause spikes in blood sugar levels and energy. Ask an Expert If you have questions you’d like answered, post it to us on @RoyaleHayat RoyaleHayat and we’ll have one of our experts answer your queries. www.royalehayat.com
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When is sadness actually depression? Sometimes it is difficult to determine when regular sadness is actually depression. However, more people than you might think would actually meet criteria for this illness. A study of Kuwaiti college students found that 24% of the participants reported moderate to severe levels of depression, which is a higher rate than college students in other countries. Fortunately, we know a lot about depression and how to help. Here are some common questions: What is depression? Symptoms of depression can include: • Persistent feelings of guilt, sadness, emptiness, hopelessness or pessimism. • Loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed. • Physical symptoms including fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and drastic changes in appetite. • Difficulty concentrating and poor memory. • Sometimes people have thoughts of death or suicide. How is depression treated? There are many ways to treat depression. Psychotherapy/ counseling tends to be highly effective for most mental health concerns, including depression, and research suggests that about 70% of people who use it report better improvement of symptoms than those who do not. General self-care such as eating nutritiously, exercising regularly, and getting 6-8 hours of sleep is also important. Who should I contact for help? Many colleges have counseling centers on campus. You can also ask trusted friends, family, or your doctor for recommendations for licensed psychologists. When you meet with the psychologist, they will probably ask you questions about your symptoms, family history, and what is happening in your life. It is never easy to talk about these things especially if this is the first time, so it is normal to be nervous but eventually this nervousness usually stops. Depression is a legitimate and relatively common medical problem in Kuwait. Fortunately, we know a lot about what it is, where it comes from, and how to help it. It is important to recognize the symptoms of depression and then take the brave step of asking someone for help. 68 - 69
Nicholas Scull, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and has several years experience working with college students in college counseling centers at UCLA, University of WisconsinMadison, and Swarthmore College. He currently works as the Clinical Director at Fawzia Sultan Rehabilitation Institute’s Psychological Services Department (www.fsrikuwait.org), which provides therapy and psychoeducational assessments to adults and children. Please contact Dr. Scull with any questions or concerns at 2572-0338 or n.scull@fsrikuwait.org. All communication with Dr. Scull is private and confidential.
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Tuttonero Luminor 1950 3 Days Gmt Automatic Ceramica - 44 Mm
the same processes as the case and then attached to a PVDcoated brushed steel buckle. The design of the bracelet is the result of lengthy research aimed at achieving perfect integration with the ceramic case. Each individual link is asymmetrical and has curved surfaces which enhance the soft feel and effective performance of the bracelet.
Officine Panerai presents a new and unique watch: Tuttonero. With a Luminor 1950 case and the classic Panerai bracelet in ceramics, Tuttonero is made entirely of matt black ceramic: a watch with extraordinary aesthetic impact, which is faithful to the Panerai identity and constructed using the most advanced technologies in the field of materials. Matt black is evident in every detail of the Tuttonero: the Luminor 1950 case with a diameter of 44mm, the lever device protecting the winding crown which makes every Luminor unmistakable and the dial which is of sandwich construction. Like the numerals and hour markers, the hands (hour, minute, small seconds and second time zone) are covered with ecru Super-LumiNova®, thus ensuring excellent visibility and legibility even in the dark. The bracelet too is made entirely of matt black ceramic, the links being formed and finished by
Versace Mystique At Baselworld 2012 Versace is proud to unveil the new Mystique watch collection. The Baroque, rich in floral fantasies and historical motif of the Maison, has been updated by Donatella Versace, giving a contemporary twist to original and iconic creations.
Mystique Hibiscus The Mystique Hibiscus line presents a dial decorated with “classic” spirals, gold and silver, with a Hibiscus flower and palm leaves. It is available in 6 different models with a 38 mm stainless steel case, the most precious of which is enriched with a diamond-set bezel. 70 - 71
Gucci G-Timeless
Gucci Timepieces is pleased to announce the launch of the G-Timeless auto chrono model, with an automatic chronograph ETA Valjoux 7750 movement. Created by Gucci’s Creative Director, Frida Giannini, this extra-large G-Timeless variant comes in two models, both of which display a deliberately vintage allure, seen in the muted color ways of brown and mole grey with coordinating matt leather straps and contrasting cream overstitching.
Hamilton Khaki Flight Timer A new multi-functional timepiece developed in close collaboration with Air Zermatt integrates a personalized logbook. Digital and analog displays reach new heights with the Khaki Flight Timer, a sophisticated, multi-functional aviation watch, which even incorporates a dedicated pilots’ logbook to record details of up to 20 flights and for each of them 99 landings. Designed in cooperation with Air Zermatt, Switzerland’s prestigious and highly skilled helicopter rescue and transport service, the watch accommodates a comprehensive spectrum of practical and dynamic functionality. Operationally and visually, the watch is geared to the preferences of aviation lovers on the ground and in the air. Confirming the longevity of these Swiss-made watches is a perpetual calendar with validity until 2099. Their launch also marks the signing of an official partnership between Hamilton and Air Zermatt, with the range including a special edition bearing the famous helicopter service’s logo.
Tissot Heritage PR 516 The Tissot Heritage PR 516 is a timekeeping legend, with the original version already having attracted attention on and off the racetrack in the 1960s. Then, it was the subject of an award-winning advertising campaign featuring the product on a dynamically photographed racing driver’s gloved wrist. Today, the Tissot Heritage PR 516 pays tribute to the brand’s deep-rooted passion for motorsport with a sophisticated Swiss-made movement, and rich retro-modern design. Wearers of this timepiece will enjoy the touch of nostalgia, safe in the knowledge that their wrists are carrying the result of the very latest innovations in watch-making. www.studentalk-online.com
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امل�ؤ�س�سة املكر�سة للم�س�ؤولية الإجتماعية يف الوطن العربي تعلن عن فعالية معر�ض “ري يوز”’en.v ’. حيث قدمت هذه الفعالية وهي يف عامها اخلام�س فر�صة للم�ؤ�س�سات الغري ربحية وال�شركات و�أ�صحاب احلرف واملبدعني لعر�ض �إجنازاتهم يف جمال امل�س�ؤولية الإجتماعية واحلفاظ على البيئة عن طريق جمموعة من الأن�شطة الفنية والتفاعلية مع اجلمهور. انطلقت فعاليات” ”REUSE 5.0يف الكلية الأ�سرتالية يف الكويت وا�ستمرت ثالثة �أيام ,حيث قامت �أكرث من 150جهة م�شاركة وب�شكل يومي بتقدمي مزيج م�شوق من الفعاليات الفنية والثقافية مثل املعار�ض الفنية واملو�سيقى والأفالم الق�صرية و�أزياء و�إك�س�سوارات ع�صرية �صديقة للبيئة بالإ�ضافة �إىل �أماكن للأ�سرتاحة وجوائز ومفاجئات عديدة.
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EVENTS STAND OUT THAT
Red Bull Dubai X-Fighters Dubai/ Red Bull X-Fighters/ Kiwi wins in front of 20,000
Sherwood wins Dubai stop of $1 million World Tour New Zealand’s Levi Sherwood was the winner of the 2012 season opener of the Red Bull X-Fighters World Tour in Dubai (UAE). The former ‘wunderkind’ of FMX got his first victory since 2010.
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Dubai, UAE - Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, Levi Sherwood won the 2012 season opener of the $1 million World Tour in front of 20,000 spectators. Sherwood presented a brilliant performance on a stunning dirt track set up on the white sands of the Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Majed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and His Highness Sheikh Rashid Bin Saud Al Mualla, Umm Al Quwain’s Crown Prince.
Kicking off the six-month long season with its six stops on four continents, Dubai gave Sherwood his fourth career victory and first since triumphing in London in 2010. Australia’s Rob Adelberg was a surprise second while Javier Villegas of Chile got his first podium with third place. “It was an outstanding competition”, said Alberto Chahoud, Regional Communications Manager for Red Bull - Middle East and Africa. “I would like to thank His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for his generous patronage. Special tribute goes to all concerned local authorities for their great contribution, as well as to all partners and sponsors, mainly “du”. We hope we have managed to offer our fans an adrenaline-filled experience.” It was a night filled with upsets as defending World Tour champion Dany Torres of Spain and Norway’s Andre Villa, a leading title contender, were both knocked out in the quarterfinals, finishing eighth and fifth, respectively. Villa had earlier wept with tears of joy after taking second in Qualifying, overcome with emotions that he was able to ride well again after suffering a leg injury last season. Sherwood was clearly on top of his game in the sweltering heat of Dubai, able to once again display his incomparable flexible and fluid style in the world’s most prestigious Freestyle Motocross competition that will have a total purse of $1 million based on performances and appearance fee. “It means a lot,” said a beaming Sherwood, 20, after celebrating with the spirited crowd that savored the spectacle with riders jumping up to 12 meters high and 20 meters in distance on their bikes. “I didn’t have much confidence coming into it,” added the friendly New Zealander. Villegas was thrilled to get the first podium. “After years of sacrifice, I finally made it,” he said. “I’m not going to stop here. I want to be on the podium all season.” Red Bull X-Fighters has become the biggest and most respected freestyle motocross tour on the planet since it was created in 2001 with the best FMX riders anywhere battling for championship points at six stops on four continents.
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Splash showcases a Tropical Fashion Paradise for Spring Summer 2012 Celebrating 10 successful season’s Splash showcased it’s all new tropical collection to make the headlines. The brand hosted a fashion show at the Avenues showroom which was attended by local media and senior officials from Landmark Group Kuwait. Attendees were treated to a sneak peak of the new colorful collection. The collection inspired from the world of Aqua Mania, Out of the Blues, Survivor and Soul Searcher was presented by live models creating a contrasting medley.
�شركة علي عبدالوهاب و�أوالده My Home ”و�شركاهم تفتتح “بيتي بح�ضور الوكيل الم�ساعد لوزارة التجارة وال�صناعة وعدد من ال�سفراء وال�شخ�صيات العامة �إفتتحت �شركة علي عبدالوهاب و�أوالده و�شركاهم الرائده في مجال الأثاث My“ ”والمفرو�شات والمطابخ والأجهزة الكهربائية معر�ضها الجديد “بيتي داوود ال�سابج–الوكيل/ وقام بق�ص �شريط حفل الإفتتاح ال�سيد، ”Home �سفير الواليات- ماثيو تويلر/ وكل من ال�سيد، الم�ساعدلوزارة التجارة وال�صناعة �سفير جمهورية �سوي�سرا الإتحادية- �إيتيان تيفوز/ وال�سيد، المتحدة الأمريكية في�صل علي عبدالوهاب المطوع الرئي�س التنفيذي/ وال�سيد،في دولة الكويت وبح�ضور عدد من ال�شخ�صيات العامة،ل�شركة علي عبدالوهاب و�أوالده و�شركاهم في�صل المطوع ب�إ�صطحاب ال�ضيوف في جولة �إ�ستعر�ضوا من/ ثم قام ال�سيد، خاللها جميع �أق�سام المعر�ض و�أبدى جميع الح�ضور �إعجابهم بالمعر�ض الجديد .وتنوع ت�صاميمة والعالمات التجارية العالمية التي يحتوي عليها
KAS Summer Bazaar
Help raise money for Mesothelioma Cancer Mrs. Wajiha, director of Kuwait American School (KAS), recently passed away having been affected by a rare type of cancer - Mesothelioma. Mrs. Wajiha is greatly missed, she touched the soul of her students and everyone around her throughout her achievements in leading and teaching. Her students were affected by her death, and decided to honour her through an event held in Movenpick Hotel, Free Zone, to support the research concerning her type of cancer. Speaking to Mrs. Wajiha’s daughter, and the new director of KAS, Ghaida Al Habib, together with many of Mrs. Wajiha’s students, we came to understand why the students planned to support her rare type of cancer. The Bazaar was in the form of more than 30 booths at the Movenpick Hotel. By renting these booths to various people and businesses they raised money to go towards further research into Mesothelioma. The Bazaar also provided an opportunity to raise awareness 76 - 77
of the cancer – the students were determined to do this in a fun way. As they explained, “We chose this cause because it affected someone that we loved. The cancer is rare, there are not that many organizations supporting it. So we just thought that by raising awareness then people can get more interested and maybe more people would want to major in it and that would help to promote research”. The event was organised by Fawwaz Shemari, Lujain Al Habib, Basel Habib, Rawan Al Kandari, Ritaj Ali, Rifaei Al Rifaei.
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Wataniya Telecom Concludes GiveKuwait 2012 Young entrepreneurs and creative minds came together during a five day exhibition held by Wataniya Telecom to ultimately create the biggest of its kind business fair in Kuwait; GiveKuwait 2012 Exhibition. The exhibition was inaugurated at the International Fair Grounds under the patronage of His Highness, the Prime Minister, Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah. More than 200 ambitious young Kuwaiti entrepreneurs have showcased their innovations and businesses during the exhibition. Their creations covered areas like fashion, accessories, photography, architecture, interior design, fine art, graphic design, gifts, perfumes, food & beverages, entertainment, car care services and much more. GiveKuwait was also honored with the presence of a special delegation from UNDP. The delegation praised Wataniya’s role in promoting talent and its youth development initiatives. In his words, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Wataniya Telecom Eng. Abdulaziz Fakhroo said: “The Wataniya team has worked very hard to bring out a creative and unique platform to support local employment and motivate talented young citizens of our country. The enthusiasm that we witnessed during these five days has surpassed our expectations.We were also very pleased by the high interest it received from the visitors which approximately amounted to more than 40 thousands.
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They all came to support the entrepreneurs and learn more about their businesses”. Fakhroo also added: “The main objective of GiveKuwait 2012 was to introduce projects and creative business ideas to the bigger community. We wanted to give young businesspersons a chance to shine. Furthermore, we wanted to guide them through the right path of how to become successful entrepreneurs. During the exhibition, we have also welcomed candidates to apply and consider jobs at Wataniya Telecom. This was done to engage them and encourage fresh talent to work in the private sector which will ultimately result in supporting the economy of our country.” In a statement delivered on this occasion, Brand and Communications Senior Director Riham Al-Ayyar said “It was fantastic to see our talented youth here and give them the opportunity to express themselves artistically. The exhibition was a huge success with many commenting on the quality of each and every concept. It was great to see the pride that each of the young people involved took in their creations and their sense of achievement was clear for all to see”. A special delegation from UNDP attended the closing ceremony and praised Wataniya’s role in promoting talent and its youth development initiative. To appreciate the great efforts exerted by the participants and to motivate them even further, Wataniya had a competition for three main categories: Best Booth Design, Best Product Idea and Best Wataniya Spirit. Winners of Best Booth Design were Choco Drops, SAJA, N-Studio, Darabelna and Jumana Perfumes. Winners for Best Product Idea were Bold Type, Q8ty Sushi, Let’s Customize, Glitz and Roses Remembered. As for the Best Wataniya Spirit, Wataniya awarded Zee Style (Abaya designed for Wataniya) Chocolate House (Wataniya Logo out of Chocolate) and Rosaymus (GiveKuwait written out in flowers). To further guide the participants of GiveKuwait, Wataniya had invited representatives of Amiri Diwan to be present during the exhibition. During the 5 day exhibition, lectures were also given by business owners and prominent figures to provide more guidance for the young entrepreneurs and motivate them.
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Napket Despite being fairly new to the Kuwaiti market, Napket has already become a first choice destination for trendsetters in Kuwait. Cafés and restaurants are the favorite “hang outs” of Kuwaiti socialites, and youngsters. With Napket interiors, you feel right at home in the laidback yet luxurious ambience of the café. With an effortless mix of casual opulence and understated sophistication, Napket brought classic Parisian glamour to a modern retail wonderland, in a city that’s full of contrast. Napket turned up the volume in response to popular demand, and opened another branch in Al Babtain tower in Kuwait City. With this new location in the heart of the city, Napket now delivers its delicious food collection to businesses in Kuwait City. If you ever pass by Napket, you can spot trendsetters sip lattes and pink lemonade, nibbling handmade delicacies as they groove to the beat, and let their eyes do the talking. Aside from Parisian glamour, Napket revolutionized your ordinary burger, after four months of research and strenuous trials transforming an average burger from its ordinary self to the most “revolutional” burgers. Named after ten famous revolutionaries of the world and made from exotic ingredients these burgers tantalize the taste buds and make you fall in love with burgers all over again. Avenues – Phase2 - 22597754 Al Babtain Tower opposite to Amiri hospital: 22923755 @NapketKW /NapketKuwait
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2012 S N IO L S E N N A ASS TO C P D N A T E K IC T WIN A FREE Do you want to represent Kuwait’s creative minds at Cannes Lions 2012? Submit your creative work to the IAA Kuwait Chapter by May 10th, 2012 and win a FREE AIRPLANE TICKET AND PASS TO CANNES LIONS 2012. Your creative work should be based on John F. Kennedy's famous line:
“Ask not what your country can do for you
ask what you can do for your country” All entries should be emailed to w.kana fani@mec-me.com IAA Kuwait Chapter will select two win ners: one student and one media indust ry professional http://www.canneslions.com
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Chrysler Group Middle East’s Power Drive Showcases Quality, Performance, and Value. Chrysler Group Middle East’s recent Power Drive event gave key buyers from the Middle East’s fleet industry a unique opportunity to drive a full range of vehicles from the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and Fiat which range in a variety of conditions on the Club, Oval, and Off-road tracks at Dubai Autodrome. As a result of the global strategic alliance between Chrysler and Fiat, CGME is also now managing the Fiat business across the region, initially offering the Fiat 500, Linea and Fiorino urban van, with the Ducato set to join the range in the near future. This will enable CGME to compete in new vehicle segments and price sectors, resulting in an expansion of its customer audience.
Starbucks reaffirms its commitment with Global Month of Service Starbucks has hosted a global month of service to highlight its continued goal in supporting youth and environmental initiatives in its local communities across markets worldwide. Celebrating its 41st year, Starbucks partners (employees) and customers around the world have dedicated their time and energy to help create thriving neighbourhoods. In addition, Starbucks has teamed up with national NGOs and local organisations around the world to identify and organise service opportunities to best meet the needs of each community with a focus on Starbucks’ existing priorities around youth and the environment.
Take on the world with American Tourister! American Tourister – one of the world’s leading luggage brands with presence in over 80 countries worldwide – announces an aggressive media campaign in the country. The company emphasized on its major expansion plans in KUWAIT and has earmarked over US$ 2.5 million over a period of two months starting May 2012. This includes advertisement campaigns across a diverse mix of media encompassing Arab and Asian TV networks, outdoor and market activation programs. This is the highest media spend by a luggage brand in Kuwait 82 - 83
Discover the Best of Kuwait Businesses Invitation “Best of Kuwait” MBA students at the Gulf University for Science and Technology proudly invite you to the BEST OF KUWAIT on Tuesday the 22nd of May at 6 PM on the Gulf University campus, specifically in the conference center W6-200. Gust MBA students will reveal the best businesses in Kuwait on the following industries: diet centers, nail spas, universities, Kuwaiti restaurants, hotels, German auto companies, and Arabic newspapers. Local business owners will be invited including the WINNERS of the BEST OF KUWAIT. This is for YOU to know what is best and where to spend your money. Know the best to BE THE BEST. For more information E-MAIL US on gust0004973@gust.edu.kw By: Tasneem Hanbali
NBK Children’s Hospital celebrates 12-year anniversary National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) celebrated the 12-year anniversary of NBK Children’s Hospital. Former Minister of Health President of KACCH Dr Hilal Al Sayer , the Founder and Director of KACCH Mrs. Margaret Al Sayer, and NBK family visited NBK Hospital at Sabah Medical district to share happy moments with the children suffering from permanent and incurable ailments.Earlier this year, NBK’s donated KD 4 million to build an independent cancer center, expanding the hospital’s ability to treat children with cancer and blood diseases.
Madison New York Reflecting the heart of the New York City lifestyle, the vibrance of Madison New York’s trendy silicone watch colors reveals the upbeat attitude, the fun and exciting possibilities, and the different and unique personalities converging in a city full of life and style. The Candy Time Collection unisex collection features a polycarbonate casing, perfectly fitting and high quality silicone bands, luminous hands, stainless steel back and a glossy rotating bezel for a sporty and casual look. These watches come in12delightful candy shades with equally tempting prices making them the must-have fashion accessory for men and women alike. The Juicy Glamour ladies collection ups the ante with 249 Swarovski crystals around the bezel reflecting the dazzling lights of the New York City nightlife. www.studentalk-online.com
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تويوتا �أوريون �أقامت �شركة م�ؤ�س�سة محمد نا�صر ال�ساير و�أوالده ،الوكيل الح�صري ل�سيارات تويوتا في الكويت ،م�ؤتمر َا �صحفي َا لإعالن و�صول �سيارة تويوتا �أوريون الجيل الثاني .2012 وفي هذه المنا�سبة ،رحب بالح�ضور ال�سيد م�سعود وهبه مدير عام مبيعات تويوتا في �شركة ال�ساير قائ َال« :كم ي�سعدني �أن �ألتقي بكم لتقديم تويوتا اوريون الجديدة كليا موديل 2012الجيل الثاني منها .التي تتميز ب�أدائها المتفوق ،مع ال�سيطرة و ال�سالمة والراحة ارتفعت الى م�ستويات جديدة لتلبي كل متطلبات العمالء الذين يبحثون عن الأداء المتميز ،الديناميكية والتكنولوجيا ،القوة، الرفاهية و الذوق ال�شخ�صي. ان طراز �أوريون الجديد يعد تج�سيدا حي للأداء المبهر والقوه والرفاهية ب�أعلي الموا�صفات بفئتها. تتمتع �أوريون بموا�صفات ا�ضافية ،فهي متوفرة ب 9اللوان ( 7منها جديدة كليا) ،و فتحة بال�سقف وجناح و�ستارة خلفية ،و ديكور خ�شب ،ك�شافات و مقاعد كهربائية. كما �أن فيها كامرة خلفية ومج�سات �أمامية وخلفية باال�ضافة الى �شا�شة ونظام مالحة .GPS تويوتا �أوريون �أفق جديد من الطاقة المبهرة للقوه والرفاهية بكل التفا�صيل.
those aspiring to develop the industry within a professional and ethical environment marked by international best practices, excellence in communication, creativity and fair competition. The newly elected IAA Kuwait Chapter Board aims at promoting educational seminars and workshops on the local, regional and international level.
مايكرو�سوفت الكويت تعلن عن الفرق الثالث الفائزين في م�سابقة “�إماجين كب” �أعلنت مايكرو�سوفت الكويت عن الفرق الثالث الفائزين في م�سابقة “�إيماجين كب الكويت” المحلية تحت رعاية الجهاز المركزي لتكنولوجيا المعلومات في م�سرح وقاعة �سلوى �صباح الأحمد في ال�سالمية .وقد ح�صل على المركز الأول فريق “ذي كود بريكيرز” ،المركز الثاني فريق “� ،”1337أما المركز الثالث فقد كان من ن�صيب فريق “جي جي” .و�سوف يت�أهل الفريق الفائز بالمركز الأول “ذي كود بريكيرز” �ضمن فئة ت�صميم البرمجيات للم�شاركة في نهائيات “�إيماجن كب” العالمية المقرر عقدها في مدينة �سيدني ب�أ�ستراليا في �شهر يوليو .2012 وقد قام الجمهور بالت�صويت لفريقهم المف�ضل عبر تويتر لجائزة �أختيار الجمهور ،و حاز فريق” جي جي” على هذا اللقب المرموق من خالل ح�صولهم على �أعلى عدد من الأ�صوات. وتجدر الإ�شارة �إلى �أن هذه الم�سابقة مخ�ص�صة للطالب الذين تتراوح �أعمارهم بين 16و 26عام ًا ،لتحثهم على توظيف قدراتهم الإبداعية والفنية لإحداث ت�أثير �إيجابي في المجتمع.
Elections of the 2012/2013 Board of the IAA Kuwait Chapter
Members of the International Advertising Association in Kuwait met on Tuesday, April 10th, 2012, at the Hotel Swiss Inn Plaza where the assembly elected the new Board to be in office for the upcoming two years. ;The New Board consists of: Mr. Walid Kanafani: President Mrs. Iqbal Al-Haddad: Vice President; Ms. Zeina Mokaddam: General Secretary, Mr. Rony Atallah: Treasurer, Mr. Adnan Saad, Mr. Marwan Farah, and Mr. Michel Barakat: Board Members. The IAA Kuwait Chapter is a meeting place for all the advertising industry practitioners, offering a platform for
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Lucky Generation Gamers A Brief History of Gaming and its Evolution: Gaming started in the late 1970’s with various forms of Pong (basic ping pong), arguably being the first game to hit the mainstream market at the time. Back then, gaming looked very simplistic and only seemed to attract a niche audience. However, throughout the years gaming evolved into a behemoth of the interactive entertainment industry, rivaling cinema with titles such as ‘Call of Duty,’ ‘Uncharted’ and more with extremely high production values and cinematic experiences. Gaming is now a true form of entertainment that everyone can find interesting and feel engaged in. It also caters to every age group and taste. Gaming and the Kuwaiti Audience: You may now ask how Kuwait is involved in the gaming scene. What kind of video games do our local gamers enjoy? The truth is Kuwaiti gamers enjoy a variety of genres in gaming. They range from your tactical/action shooter games such as Call of Duty, to sports games such as FIFA, to strategy games such as StarCraft, to fighting games such as Street Fighter, to role playing games such as World of Warcraft and many more. Kuwaiti players have exceptional taste in the games they play and have the enthusiasm to completely immerse themselves and see what these games have to offer. This is where the Lucky Generation Gamers (luckygg.com) come in. They took their enthusiasm to the next level by providing the latest news in the gaming
industry, professionally criticizing the games they play as well as covering regional events. The Local Scene and Competition: To tie in with their regional coverage, the GCC region is now considered a hotspot for the gaming industry. Due to this fact, developers around the world have been announcing their newest products and games officially in the region, as well as hosting various events. For example, Kuwait hosted various international level gaming tournaments such as Street Fighter and FIFA due to the fact that Kuwait is well known for its talented players, thus putting Kuwait in the international competitive map. These gamers have travelled as far as Japan to represent Kuwait and participate in international-level tournaments. Lucky Generation Gamers have been pursuing these events and exposing them to the world through live broadcasting over the internet. A Look Into The Future: With the aforementioned contributions that our local community had offered in the past, it’s always great to have the possibilities of external endorsements to help promote and expose the scene even further. It would be nice to see more involvement in the form of trade shows, bigger regional events, as well as an opportunity to introduce game development as an academic interest. As part of Kuwait’s enthusiastic gaming community, the Lucky Generation Gamers are always eager to contribute to, expand, and unite the gaming community in the region as well as crush the stereotypical barriers of gaming through the content they produce, and to deliver these ideas and thoughts so everyone will understand what the world of gaming has to offer each and every person out there. In the future, a general interest in game development as an academic approach would help invigorate interest in the local gaming scene. www.luckygg.com @luckygenGamers Lucky Gen. Gamers www.youtube.com/Luckygengamers www.studentalk-online.com
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Angry Birds on Nokia Asha – One Less Reason to be Angry Nokia has announced the launch of the Asha range devices in Kuwait which includes four new affordable smartphones that feature a stylish design and a rich social experience for students who want to work, play and connect. ‘Asha’ derived from the Hindi word for ‘hope’ - will allow students to have access to a smartphone experience by being able to download apps, surf the web, check email, play games and chat at an affordable price point starting from KD 24/-. Angry Birds, the game once seen only on high-end smartphones, now comes pre-installed on select Asha models enabling all consumers to enjoy super rich experiences.
Nokia Asha 200
Nokia Asha 200 The Nokia Asha 200 is Nokia’s latest dual SIM phone with Easy Swap functionality, allowing consumers to easily change their second SIM without switching the device off. It is a fun and colorful QWERTY phone designed to meet the needs of young, urban consumers who want to constantly stay in touch. Nokia Asha 300
Nokia Asha 300
The beautifully designed Nokia Asha 300 is a touch & type device which also offers the convenience of a keypad. The Nokia Browser allows for fast, affordable and localized Internet access by compressing web pages by up to 90%. The Nokia Asha 300 arrives preloaded with the popular Angry Birds Lite game. The phone also features a 1GHz processor, 3G, 5 megapixel camera, music player, FM radio, Bluetooth connectivity and can handle memory cards up to 32GB. Nokia Asha 302 The Nokia Asha 302 is Nokia’s first Series 40 phone to support Mail for Exchange, giving people access to their emails, contacts and calendar on an exchange server, delivering a true mobile office experience. That and a stylish QWERTY keyboard make it ideal for young entrepreneurs and professionals seeking a beautifully designed phone.
Nokia Asha 302
Nokia Asha 303 The Nokia Asha 303 is a stunning phone designed with sophisticated materials and metallic finishes. It combines a large 2.6” capacitive touch screen with a high quality QWERTY keypad. Angry Birds Lite, comes preinstalled, together with support for other apps such as Facebook Chat, Whatsapp messaging and Nokia Maps for Series 40. Nokia Asha 303 86 - 87
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Vienna’s Flower Shop Beginning in 2004, Vienna’s Flower Shop has been one of the top flower stores in Kuwait. With a combination of best-selling items, creative concepts, a charted inventory for events, and an established repertoire of part-time workers to execute events, Vienna’s has the ability to attain to all of your flowers needs. Flowers contain a variation of symbolism within their structuresignifying life, love, beauty, and passion. At Vienna’s, they make it easier for you to send across your messages through the exceptional flower arrangements they’ve created for any occasion you wish.You can send flowers to merely let someone know you are thinking of them, wish them a congratulations, celebrate a new birth, or to say get well. In times of sorrow, their arrangements can also be sent over to lend your heartfelt condolences. To make things easier, Vienna’s Flower Shop delivers the flowers directly over to you or your receiver’s doorstep, and for those who would rather come into the store, the florist will be more than happy to help in deciding which flower combinations work best for the occasion. Furthermore, you can simply call in and the florist will certainly do his best to make your loved ones smile through their unique flower creations. In order to get in contact with Vienna’s Flower Shop, call 25720730/ 66941717 or pass by the shop located in Salmiya’s Tala Center on the ground floor. Also, you may visit their website on www.flowerskw.com.
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Editor’s Pick: Kelly Clarkson, ‘Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)’ What Doesn’t Kill You (Stronger) You know the bed feels warmer Sleeping here alone You know I dream in colour And do the things I want
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What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn’t mean I’m lonely when I’m alone What doesn’t kill you makes you a fighter Footsteps even lighter Doesn’t mean I’m over when you’re gone What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, stronger Just me, myself and I What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn’t mean I’m lonely when I’m alone
Kelly Clarkson, ‘Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)’
You heard that I was starting over with someone new They told you I was moving on, over you You didn’t think that I’d come back I’d come back swinging You try to break me, but you see What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn’t mean I’m lonely when I’m alone What doesn’t kill you makes a fighter Footsteps even lighter Doesn’t mean I’m over cause you’re gone What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, stronger Just me, myself and I What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn’t mean I’m lonely when I’m alone Thanks to you I got a new thing started Thanks to you I’m not the broken-hearted Thanks to you I’m finally thinking about me
You know in the end the day you left was just beginning in the end What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn’t mean I’m lonely when I’m alone What doesn’t kill you makes you a fighter Footsteps even lighter Doesn’t mean I’m over cause you’re gone What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, stronger Just me, myself and I What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger Stand a little taller Doesn’t mean I’m lonely when I’m alone When I’m alone
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You think you got the best of me Think you’ve had the last laugh Bet you think that everything good in gone Think you left me broken down Think that I’d come running back Baby you don’t know me, cause you’re dead wrong
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fun., ‘We Are Young’
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Adele, ‘Rumour Has It’
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Train, ‘Drive By’
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Gotye, ‘Somebody That I Used to Know’ Feat. Kimbra
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Rihanna, ‘We Found Love’ Feat. Calvin Harris
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Coldplay, ‘Paradise’
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Christina Perri, ‘A Thousand Years’
Gavin DeGraw, ‘Not Over You’
Flo Rida, ‘Good Feeling
Katy Perry, ‘Part of Me
The Wanted, ‘Glad You Came’
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Maroon 5, ‘Moves Like Jagger’ Feat. Christina Aguilera
Bruno Mars, ‘It Will Rain’
David Guetta, ‘Turn Me On’ Feat. Nicki Minaj
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Adele, ‘Set Fire to the Rain’
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Jessie J, ‘Domino’
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Jason Mraz, ‘I Won’t Give Up’
Taylor Swift, ‘Eyes Open’
One Direction, ‘What Makes You Beautiful
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May 2012
The Avengers
Men in Black III
Nick Fury is director of S.H.I.E.L.D, an international peace keeping agency. The agency is a who’s who of Marvel Super Heroes, with Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk. When global security is threatened by Loki and his cohorts, Nick Fury and his team will need all their powers to save the world from disaster.
An alien criminal kills the young Agent K in 1969, altering the timeline, changing the Agency and placing the Earth in danger. Veteran Agent J (Will Smith) must travel back in time to 1969 to before the murder and work with the young Agent K (Josh Brolin) to save him, the Agency, the Earth and humanity itself.
Loosies (IFD-FR Movie)
Graystone (IFD-FR Movie)
A young pickpocket in the New York subways, living a fast, free, lifestyle is confronted by a woman whom he had a one night affair with, she informs him that she is now pregnant with his child, he must now choose between continuing the lifestyle he lead or take responsibility for his actions.
In October 2009, the filmmakers went into an abandoned psychiatric hospital to explore the ‘haunted’ institution, famous for its radical treatment of patients with mental illness. Once inside, the filmmakers quickly discovered that they were not alone; this story is based on their experiences.
Dark Shadows In the year 1752, Joshua and Naomi Collins, with young son Barnabas, set sail from Liverpool, England to start a new life in America. But even an ocean was not enough to escape the mysterious curse that has plagued their family. Two decades pass and Barnabas (Johnny Depp) has the world at his feet-or at least the town of Collinsport, Maine. The master of Collinwood Manor, Barnabas is rich, powerful and an inveterate playboy...until he makes the grave mistake of breaking the heart of Angelique Bouchard (Eva Green). A witch, in every sense of the word, Angelique dooms him to a fate worse than death: turning him into a vampire, and then burying him alive. Two centuries later, Barnabas is inadvertently freed from his tomb and emerges into the very changed world of 1972. He returns to Collinwood Manor to find that his once-grand estate has fallen into ruin. The dysfunctional remnants of the Collins family have fared little better. 90 - 91
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Klitschko, the 36 year-old Ukrainian champion, is considered to be the top heavyweight fighter in the world, since he has won 136 out of 140 fights. Back in 1996, Klitschko reached a great achievement in winning the Olympic gold medal for the super heavyweight division in Atlanta. And that was his great motivation to move into professional boxing. By 1999, Klitschko had become the European Champion, he held his success for more than three years, until he was defeated by Corrie Sanders, and Lamon Brewster. Klitschko didn’t give up, and to show the world that he is a real champion, he won against the hardest puncher in the division at that time, Samuel Peter. By 2011, he had become the three time world heavyweight champion, and he continued to get the titles of WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO World Heavyweight Champion. The great champion has successfully defended his tittles against Jean-Marc Mormeck on March 2012. Finally, Klitschko appears to be a caring person, since he donated US$285,000 of his purse in 2006 to the UNESCO project “Education for Children in Need” to build schools in Namibia. All we can say, Klitschko is a real inside outside champion.
Wladimir Klitschko Carmelo Kiyan Anthony, is a 28 year old American professional basketball player who plays for the New York Knicks in NBA. Carmelo Anthony attracted attention during his high school years! Anthony attended Towson Catholic High School, and during the summer of 2000 he grew five inches to be in a good shape of a swingman. It didn’t take much time until he became one of the best players in the area, and was named The Baltimore Sun’s metro player of the year in 2001. Despite being successful in high school basketball career, Anthony was still far from NBA stardom. And because of his skinny body he wasn’t ready for the NBA’s physical demands. Anthony went to Syracuse University in 2003, where he led their first National Championship, and where he earned his title ‘Most Valuable Player of NCAA East Region’. After Anthony’s left college to enter NBA Drafts he has become known as one of the most popular players in the league. After a successful season with the Nuggets, Anthony’s signed a 5 year, $80 million deal with them. Season 2006-2007 wasn’t Carmelo’s best, and he was suspended for 15 games by NBA commissioner David Stern, after punching the New York Knicks player Mardy Collins in his face during a game. In February 2011, Carmelo Anthony joined New York Knicks and remains a part of the team today.
Carmelo Kiyan Anthony
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Identify yourself with your favourite colour!
1. Black 2. Orange 3. Blue 4. Green 5. Red 6. Pink
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(1) These personalities are very accurate and want everything done in detail. Finding other’s mistakes bring out their tough spirit. Although they need leaders, with some guidance they can solve big problems. (2) Nature means a lot for orange personalities. Farmers, ranchers, football players are good professions for them. They are known as helpful, down to earth people. Although they tend to be adventurous they are always aware of their surroundings. (3) These personalities are emotional, and easily affected by the moods of people around them, they also expect them to feel down when they are. They do not trust people very much and they depend on their emotions to make decisions. Pale blue shows someone who wants everything in order, as for the dark blue, it refers to moody people. (4) Green is the colour of healing, green personalities feel good when they help people, that’s why they usually work in a medical profession or some occupation which helps people. They are known as joyful and caring persons. They are also good listeners and secret keepers. (5) Red is a passionate, energetic, money making colour. These personalities usually want to have power and be in control. Red also grabs attention, and it is considered to be sexy and seductive. (6) Pink personalities are usually happy or looking for happiness. They are shy, very intelligent, hard working, but are frightened of moving too quickly. They watch what they say to others so as not to hurt them.
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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) Could it be that you are somewhat resistant to rules and regulations now? And even more resistant when things seem contrary to your values? Well, it’s time to create a position where you are the authority and submit to no one but yourself. Waste no energy on trying to fit in. You don’t and can’t. Prosperity is around the corner. Go find it.
ARIES (Mar. 21-April 20) You simply cannot have any more work piled on top of what you’re already doing. The situation you’re in is one of overwork, being overwrought and overwhelmed. Responsibilities involve detail, order, organization, systemization, placement, sorting, grouping, itemizing and discriminating between work, your daily needs, and your health. Deep breathing is suggested. Having the intention that all you’re doing is in service to others will help.
CANCER (June 22-July 22) When you communicate you can either speak only of self or allow others a sense of emotional security and self-control. You are to be the sustained nourishment that others need. You are to bring people and ideas and all the kingdoms of nature together. I hear you already do this. In psychological terms you are therefore the “good-enough mother” which means perfect.
LIBRA (Sept. 24-Oct. 23) This is a time when your imagination is allowed to develop and sprout whatever fantasies you’ve held onto for much too long. Perhaps you really want to develop the spiritual aspects of yourself. During this time of solitude, this will occur, but only if you allow all levels of the unknown to emerge. Any battles that appear, you will be the victor.
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AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) Are you thinking of change? The kind that takes you from here to there yet you don’t know where “there” is? Know that you are going through a transmutation (change in substance) of values. You want to use your resources for safety and security, yet you also want your resources to assist in the cultivation of community. Dream, visualize, draw, communicate, and research. Eventually, through the force of your will, it will manifest.
TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21) Health is your most important issue. It has been for several Months and will continue to be. Therefore, rest is most essential, the more the better. You will possibly struggle with your little will, which is an expression of Spiritual Will. You must be willing to care for yourself primarily. Leave everything else by the wayside.
LEO (July 23-Aug 22) There are great possibilities being offered within the regions of your mind. You have the potential to harmonize your expressions so they create unity within. Through science and through concrete knowledge gathering, not mysticism, you can anchor the Soul. This creates real perception and expressions of truth. Can you do it?
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) It’s time for you to seriously consider entrance into the New Group of World Servers. When one does, new intentions begin to manifest. The most important are the expressions of the Law of Group Endeavor and the Principle of Unanimity. These are two of the new Aquarian Laws and Principles. You are aware that most groups you have affiliated with up till now no longer serve you. Yes? So what now?
PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) The Dweller on the Threshold seems to have appeared. He can look/feel like a gargoyle framing a Masonic cathedral in olden times. Fear not. Maintain constant integrity and an open Path to the Soul’s light. The Dweller turns into the Angel of the Presence and then the door to the Temple opens. You’re on the threshold. Hold steady.
GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You continue to focus on your biological inheritance transmitted from family. Concerning mother, you must begin to respond to and interact with the Great Mother Principle. This is your Soul. It is the ground you walk upon and the Earth you live within. It is your foundation, your anchor and your Ashram. Begin an affiliation with Her.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 23) A new self-identity is immanent. In the meantime, and until this new self emerges, there may be a battle between your personality and Soul, between matter and Spirit, between old psychology and the new (ray psychology), between the lower mind and higher, and between your will and the Will of you Solar Angel. Discrimination will be required.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) There are two levels through which you can observe your life at this time. You can assume that you are controlled by authority figures. Or you can begin to communicate with the Hierarchy, who happen to be your spiritual teachers, whether you know it or not. You can look at personality honor and status. Or you can use this time for advancement on your spiritual path. You can work only for your benefit. Or you can have the intention to serve humanity. Either are OK. One is best.