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CONTENTS ISSUE 119
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INBOX This page is all about you! Send us your poems, pictures or letters and see them published here. Ask us your questions and pick up some handy environmental tips.
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ENVIRONMENT The Times, They Are A-Blowin’ In The Wind
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F AMILY Why Mothers Are The Most Productive Members Of Society
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CITY HIGHLIGHTS Blazing The "Trail Hawk" At Funatic 2016
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URBAN WOMAN Home Centre Introduces Women’s Tuesday...
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AL MAJLIS Hannah Hall, A Virtual Virtuoso
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STUFF FOR MEN How to Be a Cool Dad
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE Unhcr Special Envoy, Angelina Jolie Pitt Speaks To Press In Refugee Settlement, Fayda Lebanon
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FEATURE Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum attends the ninth Saluki Championship
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ENTERTAINMENT Hollywood & Bollywood Gossip
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TECH TALK New Technology on the Street
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RECIPE Skinny Salsa Chicken
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MY WORLD Beautiful Places in PALESTINE
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DIARY What are your plans for next week? Take a look at our diary for the latest events happening around town.
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DIRECTOR'S NOTE!
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A mother is irreplaceable and each and every one of our stories begins with hers. It is on this note that I will share a tale sure to remind you of how important it is to embrace our author as often as we can, while we are able. A man stopped at a flower shop to order some flowers to be wired to his mother who lived two hundred miles away. As he got out of his car he noticed a young girl
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sitting on the curb sobbing. He asked her what was wrong and she replied, "I wanted to buy a red rose for my mother. But I only have seventy-five cents, and a rose costs two dollars." The man smiled and said, "Come on in with me. I'll buy you a rose." He bought the little girl her rose and ordered his own mother's flowers. As they were leaving he offered the girl a ride home. She said, "Yes, please! You can take me to my mother." She directed him to a cemetery, where she placed the rose on a freshly dug grave. The man returned to the flower shop, canceled the wire order, picked up a bouquet and drove the two hundred miles to his mother's house. If you are among the truly blessed and still have your mother, be like the gentleman in the story. Seize every opportunity to spend with your mother and continue adding chapters to a book that will be read over and over again, ensuring that even in her absence, there will never be an unfulfilled void. Happy Mother’s Day!
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arch 21st marks Mother’s Day here in the UAE and if you haven’t already planned something special for the woman that planned on you, then you still have a few days to show her how much she means to you.
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Camilla's words of wisdom
Wacky World Bear, Lion And Tiger Brothers Haven’t Left Each Other’s Side For 15 Years
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We’ve seen a lot of unlikely animals friendships here at Bored Panda. Dogs and elephants. Cats and foxes. Even giraffes and ostriches. However, nothing comes close to seeing an American black bear, an African lion and a Bengal tiger living together in harmony. That one really takes some beating. Baloo the bear, Leo the lion and Shere Khan the tiger have spent the last 15 years peacefully coexisting at Noah’s Ark Animal
Shelter in Georgia. Known as the BLT, they were rescued in 2001 from the basement of a house in Atlanta during a police drug raid. They were kept in the basement in terrible conditions, and Baloo had to have surgery to remove an ingrowing harness that hadn’t been adjusted as he’d grown. That was the only time the trio have ever been separated however, and they’ve spent every happy day together since.
RAK fishermen told to 'fix' fish prices
A flyer with the fish prices is put up at the fish market on a daily basis to enlighten customers and curb illegal practices, according to a senior official. Residents now do not have to worry about sudden and unreasonable hikes in fish prices anymore. The Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) Fishermen Cooperative Society has been asked now to fix the rates. A flyer with the fish prices is put up at the fish market on a daily basis to enlighten customers and curb illegal practices, according to a senior official. Khalifa Saif Al Muhairi, chairman of the RAK Fishermen Cooperative Society, over 10 tonnes of different types of fish are brought to the market daily. "Weekends see bigger amounts, however." In general, prices have stabilised by 75 per cent in the fish market here, he added. "A kilogramme of Hamoor fish costs Dh40 to Dh50 while a big Kakab fish was sold against Dh140 to Dh150 per piece." A small Kabkab fish costs Dh125 whereas a Khabbat fish stands at Dh80 per piece, he elaborated. "A kilogramme of Kanaad fish costs Dh40 to Dh45, Al Muhairi stated." "It is a timely decision to put an end to malpractices of greedy fish traders who unreasonably increase prices," said Mohammed Hazem, an Egyptian customer at the Dahan area, RAK. The same was reiterated
by Mohammed Qassim, a Sudanese. "Fish traders are out of control and quote whatever price they wish for." However, fish trader Mohammed Ansar disagreed with the decision. "Fish transactions are based on supply and demand and cannot be fixed by anyone other than the traders themselves." "How is it possible to fix the price of different quality and size of fish of the same type?" asked fish trader Nasser Afzal. Source: Al Jazeera
NEWS
ABZ Pvt.
Uae Residents In The Dark About Credit Card Interest Rates, Survey Finds
“Innovation”
Study by UAE-based comparison group compareit4me.com reveals credit card interest rates in the UAE are misunderstood Nearly two thirds of credit card holders in the UAE are unaware of the interest rate attached to their credit card, according to a survey by the Middle East’s leading finance comparison group, compareit4me.com. The survey, which questioned participants across the UAE on a selection of personal financial products, found that 63 per cent of credit card holders do not know the interest rate attached to their plastic. “Credit cards are big business in the UAE, with about 5.9 million debit and credit cards in circulation and spending on plastic rising year-onyear,” says Jon Richards, CEO of the compareit4me Group. “However, like any form of debt, credit cards need to be managed responsibly. To discover that nearly two thirds of credit card holders do not know the interest rate attached to them is alarming.” compareit4me, which allows consumers to compare cards and products from the leading banks in the UAE, makes searching for credit cards easier by aggregating the newest, most competitive credit cards in a few simple clicks. “By listing the credit cards in this way, our visitors can scan the options easily without being overwhelmed by numbers,” explains Richards. “The interest rates are clearly highlighted, however, if individual cardholders are unsure of the rates, contact the respective bank and request more information. Understanding the terms and conditions is vital to your financial health.” The survey also found that 28 per cent of credit cardholders do not know how missing a credit card payment would impact their chances of getting a loan in the future. “With the launch of Al Etihad Credit Bureau, every aspect of your financial history is tracked and can be analysed by banks,” says Richards. “Missing monthly payments or bouncing cheques are some of the things logged on your credit report and can affect your future ability to access finance such as a loan, another credit card or even a mortgage. Again, I urge credit card users to swipe them responsibly – the alternative is excessive monthly payments that can quickly become unmanageable.”
ABZ (Abdullah Bin Al Zubair) Private School, a British Curriculum School, held a workshop at the Rotana Hotel in Al Ain. The workshop was entitled “How to Improve Innovation in Students’ Personality and Intellect”. This workshop was partnered by Al Khwarzmi College and Madar Medical Center (MMC). Many parents, teachers, and other sectors of the UAE community (around 150 attendees) participated in the workshop through hands-on activities and interactive discussions with Mrs. Suha Emam, Al Kwarzmi representative, who conducted the session. Mrs. Suha shared ideas in line with innovative thinking and creativity as well as daily life problem solving. These skills need to be adapted to a 21st century lifestyle at school, work and at home. During the workshop, Mrs. Suha said, “Our skills and mode of thinking must evolve and move away from our traditionally familiar comfort zone. We must employ innovation better suited and adapted to the creative and ever changing world we live in and thereby better prepare our children for their exciting future!” In his speech, Mr. H. Fatih Adak, ABZ Pvt. School principal, welcomed the attendees and assured them that the Journey of Discovery and Innovation, inspired by the UAE leaders, is paramount for both educators and students at ABZ Pvt. School. He also shared his vision, as a principal, with the audience. “Our vision involves planting the UAE moral and cultural heritage in students’ personalities to enrich their UAE identity while adapting to 21st century learning, problem solving and critical and innovative thinking. In this way they can achieve the progress, competence and excellence necessary to succeed at school, university and in the community. “ The work shop was a huge success enjoyed by all and ABZ was proud to extend their appreciation to the attendees, partners and sponsors for their support.
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Celebrate Mother's Day, win Dh5,000! The design should be uploaded on @ emiratespostuae on Twitter, or under the hashtag #Letter_To_Mom on Instagram. Emirates Post Group has announced a postcard design competition on the occasion of Mother's Day for school and college students of ages between 12 and 20 years under the hashtag #Letter_To_ Mom. There will be four cash prizes in three age categories. Ibrahim bin Karam, Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates Post Group, said: "This competition is in light with the keenness of the Emirates Post Group to highlight the important position mothers hold in society, and its belief in the crucial educational role they play in family and in community building." He explained that the contest was designed for children and youth in the following three age groups: Buds category (12-14 years) with a cash prize of Dh3,000; Cubs category (15-18) with a prize money of Dh4,000 and Bravehearts category (19-20) with a cash
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prize of Dh5,000. The contestant will hold the copyright of the postcard and the entry should contain basic information of the concept design. The design should be uploaded on @emiratespostuae on Twitter, or under the hashtag #Letter_To_Mom on Instagram. Source: Khaleej Times
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ENVIRONMENT
THE TIMES, THEY ARE
A-BLOWIN’ IN THE WIND
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he breeze ain’t good merely because it dries my washing. It has played a pivotal (though generally unacknowledged) role in human history, and will do so again.
In 1492 Columbus sailed smack-bang into the Bahamas. The historical significance of the moment was much greater than the deed itself. As far as sailing went, traveling five weeks across an open sea wasn’t much chop. And the great man’s geography was off. The doofus thought he’d landed in Japan! Even an averagely observant parrot would have noticed that the natives didn’t slurp when they ate their noodles. Perhaps that’s why he killed them all off. They knew his shame. Was Columbus so vain he committed genocide to save himself from public embarrassment? I think we all know the answer to that . . .. He was certainly an ego-maniac, claiming for himself the prize for being first to sight land when, in fact, a sailor named Rodrigo de Triana had hooked that lucrative fish. History remembers Rodrigo as the only man to have been shafted worse than Pete Best. Columbus wasn’t even the first European
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to reach to the New World. In addition to the Vikings, the fisherman of Bristol knew the American coast well, having harvested the cod of the Grand Banks for donkey’s. Unlike Columbus, they kept the precious resource quiet, hoarding it for themselves. So Columbus gets the credit because of what followed in his wake-and I’m not talking about yer usual icons of Americanic trumpeting such as the Declaration of Independence, the Bill of Rights or gun deaths. No, the most significant consequences of Columbus’s voyage sprung from his discovery of the trade winds. These bands of prevailing breeze circle the earth from East to West astride the equator. This was the power Columbus harnessed to whisk the Santa Maria from Africa across the Atlantic. He also learned that at higher latitudes the winds blow the opposite way, and so could whisk him home again. Thus the Portugese established a triangular commercial route: Europeans to Africa, misery to America and riches to Europe. It was all about cash. Good for some, disaster for many, but in either case the harnessing of the trade winds tipped the balance of economic power in favor of Europe. And (as always) with economic power came political power.
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As it was, so it is, and now the world is on the cusp of wind-driven revolution once more. In Europe, wind now generates more power than hydro, and the gap to coal and gas is closing fast. In Denmark, wind supplies 42 percent of all electricity, the highest percentage of any country. They’ll reach 50 percent by 2020 and 84 percent by 2035. The Scots are racing them neck and neck. This January, wind provided almost half of all electricity on the Scottish national grid. For twenty-two days in the month, wind alone generated enough electricity to supply every home in the country. Over in Norway, they’re building Europe’s largest onshore wind farm, a 1GW network to deliver 3.4TWh of power each year. And in Sweden, the government has announced plans to become fully reliant on renewable energy within thirty years. The idea is to cut domestic emissions by 85 percent and offset the remainder by investing in energy projects abroad. The technology to be free of fossil fuels is out there. At the moment, the economy needed to achieve that does not exist. But history has shown that the harnessing of wind has driven great economic change before, and may do the same again.
FAMILY
WHY MOTHERS ARE THE MOST PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF SOCIETY Even with the best of intentions, we sometimes view the importance of mothers in very narrow terms. We know they love us, provide us with unconditional support, and are always there when we need them. However, we also occasionally forget just how meaningful they are to society. What Mothers Mean To Society In terms of how mothers impact the world, there are two levels you are going to want to consider. The first is on the emotional level. The second would be on the rational level, which involves social and economic impacts. With all of those things, keep in mind the following: •
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They have inspired modern feminism: While the battle for inclusionary feminism continues, there is no question that the current concept of feminism owes a massive debt to our mothers. After all, these were the women who worked within and served to define the Women’s Movement of the 1960’s and 1970’s. They are contributing to greater and greater portions of the workplace: On a social/economic level, there is no question that mothers are bringing a lot to the table, even if the wage gap continues to be problematic. From 1975 to 2013, the number of mothers in the workplace rose from 47.4% to 70.3%.
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Perhaps even more extraordinary, more than half of the working mothers in the United States are doing so while raising a child under the age of one. •
Mothers are in all aspects of our lives: While there is still a great deal of work that needs to be done, in terms of true equality, there is no question that mothers exist in more aspects of society than ever before. Mothers now work within high levels of government, within high levels of the judicial system, and within high levels of the corporate world.
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Mothers shape individuals: Even in this day and age, mothers continue to develop stronger and deeper bonds with their children than with anyone else. This means that mothers continue to be the ones who largely shape the perceptions and behaviors of their children.
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The numbers are getting better: The number of mothers in such roles as university presidents and female CEOs is increasing all the time.
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These are just a few of the ways in which mothers positively impact our lives and society. Think about your own mother, and then consider everything she has ever taught you. You can then apply that to the decisions you’ve made throughout the course of your life.
While Mother’s Day in the UAE has arrived, it may be celebrated on a different day depending on your particular origin and we encourage you to take advantage of the current celebration and as many others as possible to do something special for your mother; after all, there can never be too many occasions to honour the woman who helped make your world a better place!
Cheese, Reds & Whites Tuesday to Friday, 6 to 11 p.m. at Zest garden With an extensive cheese display, exquisite selection of reds and whites, freshly-baked breads, this is a date in the calendar for cheese and grape lovers from all over. AED 149* per couple (package of 4 kinds of international cheese platter and bottle of grape beverages) AED 159* per couple (package of 6 kinds of international cheese platter and bottle of grape beverages) For table reservation, please call 03 754 5111 ext 1234, or email fb.alain@rotana.com *Price is inclusive of 10% service charge and 6% tourism fee.
Al Ain Rotana, Sheikh Zayed Road, P. O. Box 1210, Al Ain, UAE, T: +971 (0)3 754 5111, F: +971 (0)3 754 5444, alain.hotel@rotana.com
CITY HIGHLIGHTS
"TRAIL HAWK"
BLAZING THE AT Desert Hawk The other day I met Terry, one of those oldfashioned English photographers with a ponytail, a paunch and an East-London accent, a journalistic sage brimming with tips on things like how to make the most out of a buffet by starting with the desserts. ‘Uvverwise, there’s never any left by the time ya get to ‘em, ay?’ Indeed. He was a gear-head (as am I), keeping his cameras in military-grade waterproof cases made by Pelican. They’d endured three days submerged in the northern floods without admitting a drop. That made him and me, both, very happy. Terry’s advice on life was simple. Do your job, earn a few bob and use military-grade equipment.
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FUNATIC 2016
Which brings us to Jeep. We are all familiar with the WWII American utility vehicle of functional design and legendary off-road ability. The modern-day version of the company believes that every one of its current models retains a little bit of that original. You could say it’s the Jeep DNA. But I’m not sure DNA is the best metaphor here. DNA gets eaten. DNA goes extinct. I don’t want Jeep DNA in my car. I want Jeep engineering-designed in the studio, tested in the lab and indisputably proven in the offroad arena. And that ain’t all I want. I’m a family man, and the vehicle for me needs to handle a highway as well as it handles a hill. Yeah, I want rugged and powerful, but I don’t want it so that it scares the wife and kids. It’s gotta be sensible. And I’m not alone. A lot of people want something similar, particularly in the UAE with its mix of freeway-smooth streets and accessible four-by-four fun.
A week or so back, my family trooped off to the annual Jeep FUNatic event. After 2 successful previous years, the 3rd annual installment promised to be the mother of all dune bashing revelry, with more than 110 vehicles participating in an action packed day that included activities beyond the obvious for the entire family. Our priority was to find out whether the off-road company makes a vehicle that successfully combines familyfriendliness with engineering chops. In short, the answer was ‘Yes.’ As we chowed down on Tim Horton’s coffee and croissants, Kasia and Jameel of Eastern Motors fixed us up with a Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 3.2L V6 with a true 4x4 transmission (that means low-gearing). Then we hit the highway. The V6 whisked us up to cruising speed with a pleasing exhaust note that hinted at sportiness while dodging dangerous. It felt good. At 125km/h it was all buttery richness. Smooth. On the run to Zaman Lawal Heritage
Village the family checked out the cabin. Our Trailhawk had leather, plenty of places to stash things, media options galore, an electronic tailgate and an unexpectedly high rear seat which meant the kids could’ve seen out the windows even if they hadn’t been in their boosters. Smart. And then it was time to party. We hooked up with the team from Abu Dhabi 4x4 and took off into the desert. Now was the Trailhawk’s chance to show if it indeed possessed any of that Jeep off-road flair. In short, the answer was “Yeeehah!” We motored up hill and down dune over a mix of hard sand, soft sand and gravel, and I did not experience even one moment’s trouble. Sweet. Now, admittedly, we weren't tackling the toughest terrain in the country. But Jeep aren't claiming that the Trailhawk is built for that. No, if you want to go the whole off-road hog, the Wrangler is your beast. The Trailhawk is a family vehicle with betterthan-capable off-road ability. If you’re a family man with an adventurous spirit but you’re not into risk-taking, then Jeep has engineered the car for you.
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URBAN WOMAN
HOME CENTRE INTRODUCES
WOMEN’S TUESDAY WITH AN ASSORTMENT OF PRIVILEGES WOMEN SHOPPERS TO RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE OFFERS THROUGH THE YEAR
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n time for International Women’s Day, Home Centre, the largest home retailer in the Middle East, is set to roll out Women’s Tuesday from 8 March 2016, for an entire year in all its stores across the region. Through this initiative, Home Centre aims to offer women a wholesome shopping experience that gives them a platform to enjoy some ‘me-time’.
Not only will they receive exclusive discounts week after week, but will also be introduced to a host of privileges designed solely for them. These include personalized shopping assistance by dedicated Home Centre staff, free home delivery irrespective of value, free trolley assistance and an exclusive billing counter. Médéric Payne, CEO of Home Centre, said: “With International Women’s day around the corner, Home Centre is proud to be celebrating the women of the region. We seek to honour the commitment that these ladies make to their homes by presenting them with these exclusive weekly offers and events. As part of this drive, we wish to create an
engaging shopping experience, bringing us closer to our most valued customers across the region.” As additional incentives on Women’s Tuesday, shoppers can also win shopping, movie and restaurant vouchers every week on minimum spends. Going beyond women-only offers and privileges available in this weekly initiative, Home Centre will also host regular events such as workshops on home décor, table setting, and DIY activities among others, carried out by their in-house experts and prominent specialists from the home décor space. Commenting on Women’s Tuesday, Home Centre’s brand ambassador Nancy Ajram said, “Dedicating a day to women is a wonderful gesture and I am delighted to be part of a brand that knows how to acknowledge their most important customers – women. With the host of privileges and events lined up, I’m sure shoppers will have a wonderful experience at Home Centre.” Stay tuned to Home Centre’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/homecentrestores) to know more about the events lined up every week.
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FASHION
Fashion, Colour and Style Highlight Babyshop’s 2016 Spring Collection The Spring 2016 Collection proposes seasonal essentials and trendy styles across a vibrant range of stylish apparel with plenty of colour combinations to play with. The extensive collection brings about a playful and creative aura, providing a true sense of spring fashion to the little fashionistas. Creating ideal looks for girls, the collection focuses on contemporary patterns and graphics with small details, sassy intricacies, florals, and fun contrasts across the range of dresses, skirts, casual shorts, tops and trousers. On the other hand, the boys’ collection features shirts, polo t-shirts, denims and pants, thoroughly fitting the everyday look of the season incorporating functional styles with stripes, bold enhancements and broad color variations. Girls: The range focuses on relaxed fashion styling in two tier dresses, comfortable loose casual trousers, all over graphic pretty prom dress and angel sleeves. Placing limelight on the yellows, greens and aquas, the look brings in a blend of beautiful colors and patterns – perfect to complete the trendy Spring look. Boys: The range comes with Henley neck t-shirts, slim color shirts, jog pants, multi-stripe t-shirts and conversational print offering a flexibly upscale look. It highlights the traditional fabrics and prints with a colour palette of navy blue, off white and red. The collection is available across all 47stores in the UAE. Customers can also shop online at
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A VIRTUAL VIRTUOSO MEET OUR VERY OWN
HANNAH HALL I may well be an enthused individual, heavily favouring my creative side but when it comes to organizational skills and proper time management, I have been known to fall apart at the seams. Needless to say, after discovering the talents of a certain dynamic woman who makes her home right here in the Garden City, I was excited to introduce and share the invaluable services on offer courtesy of an entrepreneur certain to benefit and ultimately make a huge difference in your organizations efficiency. Originating from England, Hannah has lived and worked in a variety of countries including Australia and Qatar, since becoming a Virtual Assistant in 2010. Hannah now runs My PA For A Day, a niche company providing off-site, secretarial and marketing support, to start-up businesses right here in Al Ain!
What is a Virtual Assistant? A VA provides off-site, business support services such as: executive/administrative assistance, social media management, bookkeeping, event management, website administration and content writing, to name but a few! What did you do for a living before you became a Virtual Assistant? I was the marketing manager at a prominent publishing house in Sydney. Later, I relocated to Cardiff to head the marketing department for a global organisation that investigated business information for leading law firms. Did you just leave your job or start VA-ing gradually? The transition was gradual and lasted a year. After this I jumped in feet first! The thrill of finally being able to control my own day and work with businesses that I was 22
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passionate about was incentive enough to take the plunge.
doing the work that inspires them and keeps them moving forward.
Who was your first client? My first client was Louis Parsons, Artist in Residence at The Four Seasons Kuda Huraa in The Maldives. He came to me via a website referral and I’m delighted to still have him as a client after 6 years.
What’s the hardest thing about being a VA? Switching off! I am so grateful for being able to live this lifestyle that I’m constantly on the look out for other networking opportunities and marketing topics. Al Ain is full of exceptionally creative individuals who are doing amazing things and dreaming big.
Do you have a niche? Yes, I now personally specialise in working with creative individuals in the UAE, who are running small businesses and require online marketing and personal assistant support. What’s the best thing about being a VA? I love meeting and helping other entrepreneurs focus on their core business strategies, instead of the work they find time consuming and tedious. I am passionate about enabling clients to spend more time
How virtual are you? 90% of my time is spent working from a remote location (I confess to loving the coffee and quiet of La Brioche at Souk Extra). I do prefer meeting new clients face to face if possible, in order to establish a connection with them. I also offer on-site support to those clients who need it. How do you find your clients? The majority of clients are either word of
mouth referrals or people I have met through networking. A percentage of enquiries are a result of social media marketing. How do you manage your personal/work life balance? My work/life balance can be a challenge. Freelance work is not consistent and I have a natural tendency to take on more than a working day permits. Then there is the marketing side of my business, which is so important, and an area that I often focus on in my own private time. Digital detox is very important to me as it’s far too easy to become consumed with social media 24 hours a day. My phone and laptop are switched off at a specific time every evening to ensure down time to recharge my batteries. How do you manage your clients and their expectations? Before taking on a new client, I schedule an initial welcome call in which I discuss requirements, needs and expectations. Then, if possible, arrange a meeting to discuss in detail the outcome and timeframes before commencing the work. What technology, websites, or apps are invaluable to your working life?
I’m a social media addict and have a habit of installing more apps than I need. For bookkeeping I’m a huge fan of Wave. Dropbox and Google Docs make file transfers and sharing super easy and Evernote is my go to on-line notebook. My content marketing favourites are Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, with Skype and LinkedIn being my ‘go to’ sites for business connections. Why should businesses consider hiring a Virtual Assistant? Hiring a Virtual Assistant is first and foremost cost-effective. Clients only pay for the work they need, when they need it, and have no additional office space or equipment to provide. I meet overworked business owners all the time and I’m amazed at how few have tried using a virtual assistant to reduce their workload. Without a doubt using a VA is the best way to actually get your life back without your business grinding to a halt. Follow Hannah at facebook.com/mypaforadayuae or visit her website at www.mypaforaday.com.
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STUFF FOR MEN
HOW TO BE A COOL
DAD
By Morgan Rush
Running a family is hard work -- holding down a job, paying bills, taking care of household needs, preparing meals and chauffeuring children to their various activities can be energysapping. Although you already know your kids love you, you can boost your cool factor by getting to know more about their genuine interests. The coolest dads are self-confident, though, so don’t get overly caught up in establishing your hipster credentials. Be confident, have fun and know that fatherly coolness will follow. •
Make time for your kids. There’s nothing less cool than always being too busy for your children. When your children want to share a funny story, set your smartphone aside and actively listen. They’ll be thrilled if you genuinely laugh. If you see the kids practicing headstands or cartwheels in the backyard, turn the TV off and go try a few gymnastics moves yourself. When you spontaneously participate in their lives on their terms, rather than dictating formal activities, you get to be the cool dad.
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Take turns making choices with your kids. Let them pick a movie, however silly or mind-numbingly angsty, and watch it with them. Be interested in watching the YouTube clips they find online or listening to their favorite playlist in the car. Then share your preferences, too. Regardless of how they feel about your music or favorite movies, you’ll gain credibility and coolness by demonstrating that you respect their sense of style and artistic choices and have some of your own.
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Embrace your uncoolness. It sends a powerful message to your kids about self-confidence, self-acceptance and the real meaning of “cool” when they see that you can laugh at your idiosyncrasies. If you can’t stay up past 10 p.m. on New Year’s Eve or have been known to wear tropical-print board shorts to the beach, make a joke about being a dork so that your kids learn not to be embarrassed for being themselves.
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Communicate with your partner about sharing cool activities. If your partner is usually the parent to take the kids to the water park in the summer, ask if you can share these tasks. Both parents can share taking your children on hikes, stopping for ice cream, checking out a car show, or granting permission for play dates and slumber parties so that kids associate fun, spontaneity and coolness with dad, too.
Live your life. Constantly trying to impress your kids can be counterproductive. Don’t try too hard; instead, maintain positive relationships with your friends and your partner. When your kids see you playing the guitar, learning how to surf, grilling fresh-caught fish or goofing around in the pool, they see that you enjoy your life and have interests outside their own. Although you always want to emphasize that they are your priority, letting them see other aspects of your personality will reinforce that you’re an individual with some pretty cool experiences under your belt.
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE
UNHCR SPECIAL ENVOY, ANGELINA JOLIE PITT
SPEAKS TO PRESS IN REFUGEE SETTLEMENT, FAYDA LEBANON
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Good morning, I am pleased to be back in Lebanon today. I want to thank the Lebanese people for helping to save the lives of over 1 million Syrians. It is not easy for a country to take in the equivalent of a quarter of its own population in refugees. But for as much as it is a responsibility, I hope you are aware of the message it sends about the values and character and spirit of the Lebanese people. You are setting an example to the world of generosity, humanity, resilience and solidarity. On behalf of UNHCR, and on my own behalf, shukran, thank you. We should never forget that for all the focus on the refugee situation in Europe at this time, the greatest pressure is still being felt in the Middle East and North Africa, as it has for
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each of the last five years. There are 4.8 million Syrian refugees in this region, and 6.5 million people displaced inside Syria. On this day, the 5th anniversary of the Syria conflict, that is where I had hoped I would be: in Syria, helping UNHCR with returns, and watching families I have come to know be able to go home. It is tragic and shameful that we seem to be so far from that point. Every Syrian refugee I have spoken to on this visit, without exception, talked of their desire to return home when the war is over and it is safe for them to do so – not with resignation, but with the light in their eyes of people dreaming of being reunited with the country that they love. I have seen on this visit just how desperate the struggle to survive now is for these families. After five years of exile, any savings they had, have been exhausted. Many who started out living in apartments now cluster in abandoned shopping centres, or informal tented settlements, sinking deeper into debt. The number of refugees in Lebanon living below the minimum threshold for survival– unable to afford the food and shelter they need to stay alive - has doubled in the last two years, in a country where 79% of all Syrian
refugees are women and children. We have to understand the fundamental realities that are driving the global refugee crisis - which is the product not just of the Syria war, but of decades of open-ended conflicts or persecution: in Myanmar, Mali, the Central African Republic, the DRC, Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, Afghanistan, Yemen, Iraq, Syria. I could go on. The number of refugees is now higher than the last time we had a World War. We are at an exceptionally difficult moment internationally, when the consequences of the refugee crisis seem to be outstripping our will and capacity and even our courage to respond to it. In conventional times of war, people who are displaced go to more stable areas, or to neighboring countries for sanctuary, or are provided for in refugee camps until it is safe to go home. In exceptional circumstances some are sent abroad for resettlement or asylum. But with 60 million people displaced, as there are today, there is no way that the governments of the world – no matter how rich or willing they are - can prop up the UN enough to care for all these people permanently and expect that to address the problem. We cannot manage the world through aid relief in the place of diplomacy and political
solutions. We cannot discuss this as if it were a problem confined to the situation of tens of thousands of refugees in Europe. We cannot improve this reality by partial responses, by responding to some crises and not others, or by helping some refugees and not others – for instance, by excluding Afghan refugees, among other groups - or by making a distinction between refugees on grounds of religion. The result would be more chaos, more injustice and insecurity, and ultimately more conflict, and more refugees. We have to focus on the absolute root causes, and that takes a certain amount of courage and leadership. And in my view, leadership in this situation is about doing more than simply protecting your borders or simply putting forward more aid, it means taking decisions to ensure we are not heading towards an even greater refugee crisis in the future. That is why, as heartbreaking and angering it is to hear the individual stories of the refugees, it is not a time for emotion. It is a time for reason and calm and foresight. I want to be clear that I understand that people in many different countries have fears about the refugee situation. They are worried about the impact on their communities, livelihoods and security if they accept refugees into their countries. It is not wrong to feel unsettled faced by a crisis of such complexity and such magnitude. But we must not let fears get the better of us. We must not let fear stand in the way of an
effective response that is in our long-term interests. My plea today is that we need governments around the world to show leadership: to analyse the situation and understand exactly what their country can do, how many refugees they can assist and how, in which particular communities and to what timeframe; to explain this to their citizens and address fears - based not on emotion but on a measured assessment of what can and must be done to share the responsibility and get on top of this situation. That starts with having a very robust asylum procedure to be able to hear the needs of the desperate families to identify who is most vulnerable and who has a genuine refugee claim – processes that UNHCR has been supporting governments to carry out for decades. I appeal to all governments to uphold the UN Convention on Refugees and basic human rights law, because it is both necessary and possible to protect people fleeing persecution and death and protect citizens at home. It should not be reduced to a choice between one or the other. The reason we have laws and binding international agreements is precisely because of the temptation to deviate from them in times of pressure. We know from recent history that when we depart from fundamental laws and principles we only create worse problems for the future.
I spent time this morning with a mother who was paralysed after being shot by a sniper's rifle in a besieged area of Syria. She lies in one room, where she lives with her whole family, in a small, cold, makeshift settlement here in the Bekaa Valley. Never once during our discussion did she ask for anything, did she stop smiling, or talk of anything other than her desire for her children to have the chance to go to school and have a better life. When I saw her beautiful smile, and her dedicated husband and children looking after her, I was in awe of them. They are heroes to me. And I ask myself, what have we come to when such survivors are made to feel like beggars? We can do the right thing by refugees and build a more secure international environment. We can build order out of chaos. In my view it comes down to understanding the law, choosing not to be afraid, and showing political will. For the sake of the people of Syria, and for all the refugees around the world looking desperately to the international community to provide solutions, I hope we will do this. And I also hope that the 15th of March next year will finally herald a Syria at peace, and will be the beginning of a time of returns so that these refugees are able to fulfil their desire to go home. Thank you very much
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I spent time this morning with a mother who was paralysed “ after being shot by a sniper's rifle in a besieged area of Syria. She
lies in one room, where she lives with her whole family, in a small, cold, makeshift settlement here in the Bekaa Valley. Never once during our discussion did she ask for anything, did she stop smiling, or talk of anything other than her desire for her children to have the chance to go to school and have a better life. When I saw her beautiful smile, and her dedicated husband and children looking after her, I was in awe of them. They are heroes to me. And I ask myself, what have we come to when such survivors are made to feel like beggars?
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SHEIKH HAMDAN BIN MOHAMMED AL MAKTOUM ATTENDS THE NINTH SALUKI CHAMPIONSHIP CROWN PRINCE OF DUBAI ATTENDS THE SALUKI CHAMPIONSHIP oldest-known breeds of domesticated dog in the entire world – and their owners from all across the GCC and beyond over the years, with everyone only too keen to display their greyhounds’ hunting skills.
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he ninth edition of the prestigious Saluki Championship took place on Sunday here in the Al Marmoum area of Dubai, where His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, watched on as an interested observer. This event, which is organized and supervised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC), has regularly attracted Arabian Salukis – one of the
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There were four races in total – two for female Salukis (amateur/general public and professional) and two for males (amateur/ general public and professional) with a total of 190 participations. The professional category was run over one kilometre, whereas the amateur classification was held over 2.5km. Saluki hunting is widely regarded as the most lucrative and prestigious pastime among all of the traditional culture and heritage pursuits and such a standing has drawn multinational representation from international destinations as far afield as Australia, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa and Uruguay in recent times.
Finland’s Laura Rodriguez owns four Salukis and she was in attendance purely to photograph her friends’ dogs running in the respective races. “I love that Salukis run fast and that they’re an old breed,” she explained. “They’re quite independent and naughty, but very loving at the same time. I just really like them; they’re my breed of dog. Salukis are not a terribly fashionable breed in Europe, but there are still quite a lot of them all the same. Most Saluki owners there are very active at dog shows and the like.” Fellow Scandinavian Johan Forsman, of Sweden, released a dog at the start line of the very first run and clearly thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the day overall. “I was here for the Saluki Championship last year and it’s always great fun seeing the dogs racing and what the tradition is all about here,” admitted the veterinarian, who works with falcons here in the emirate. “I like
to soak up the atmosphere here and it’s just exciting, so I usually come down here with some friends and have a good time. “I’ve learnt a lot about Emirati culture and heritage in my two and a half years here. I love the many different aspects of international culture, so experiences like this one definitely enhances my personal experience here in Dubai. A lot of people come to Dubai and experience just the city side of things. I think it’s really important to experience the traditional side and being out in the desert as well,” he added. Sunday’s event was attended by His Excellency Abdullah Hamdan bin Dalmook, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center (HHC). He and other senior members from HHC will have come away from it understandably buoyed by the participation
numbers on the day itself to boot. Ahmed Saif Al Zafin, the Head of the Committee for the Saluki Championship, commented: “We’ve noticed that the interest in Salukis in on the increase and – consequently – the number of participants at this championship is growing year on year. We’re looking for quality rather than quantity though, so we keep close tabs on the overall attendance figures.” Souad Ibrahim Darwish, the Director of Championships at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center, said: “Owners are becoming more and more educated about Salukis and the very latest methods to train them. The speeds are getting progressively higher as a result and that doesn’t just simply happen overnight. It’s a long process that takes a lot of effort and research into the best breeds of dog.
The size of the dog plays a big part as that’s the game changer.” Sheikh Almur bin Maktoum Al Maktoum said: “the Saluki Championship has evolved over the years in the UAE thanks to its growing popularity and I believe it will witness more developments in the future. Hunting with salukis was one of the main sources of living in this region and in addition to horses and camels, the saluki is one of the historical symbols of this part of the world. With the aim of sustaining this heritage, it’s important that such events are held, to maintain the popularity of this tradition. We thank the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Centre for organising such a huge championship that has become an attraction for young people who play a major role in spreading and sustaining our heritage." The Source
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ENTERTAINMENT
Adolf Hitler (Or Sarah Silverman) Stops By 'Conan' To Talk About Donald Trump
Blake Shelton Rules the Nickelodeon's 2016 Kids' Choice Awards It was a blast from the not so pleasant past when Sarah Silverman stopped by Conan as Adolf Hitler. The comedian weighed in on the comparisons between the Nazi leader and current Republican Presidential frontrunner Donald Trump. Trump has received criticism for his vicious dialogue and the “loyalty pledge” at rallies which bears a striking resemblance to Hitler’s Nazi salute. “Don’t get me wrong Conan, I agree with a lot of what he says,” said Silverman, as Hitler, “Like 90% of what he says. I’m like this guy
gets it. But it’s just – I don’t like the way he says it. It’s crass.” Silverman, aka Hitler, also commented on some of the smaller elements of Donald’s campaign. “What kind of person talks about his penis size on national television?,” she asked, “Oh yeah, I’m so sure Donald Trump has a big penis. I famously have a micropenis. That’s what makes a tyrant.” Seeing all of Trump’s hateful rhetoric actual got Hitler to be introspective. Introspection that lasted for about 15 seconds.
he 2016 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards rolled out the orange carpet at The Forum in Los Angeles, California, on Saturday night, and from the first orange blimp awarded to the final sliming, the fun didn’t stop! Highlights from the show included host Blake Shelton’s Star Wars-inspired intro, Fuller House star John Stamos getting inducted into the prestigious (and messy!) Celebrity Slime Club (see above), Captain America: Civil War stars Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans staging an adorable thumb wrestling match, and Joe Jonas performing a high-energy rendition of “Cake By the Ocean,” with his band, DNCE.
Chris Evans apologises over Top Gear stunt filmed near Cenotaph war memorial
50 Cent Shows Up in Bankruptcy Court With Stacks of Cash Sticking Out of His Pants
New Top Gear host Matt LeBlanc has been criticised after pictures showed him performing a stunt near the Cenotaph war memorial. Chris Evans has apologised “unreservedly” after scenes for the new Top Gear series 30
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were filmed near the Cenotaph in central London. Host Matt LeBlanc was seen driving around Westminster as shooting took place for the new series of the BBC Two show, which is due to air in May.
50 Cent made quite a statement when he arrived to bankruptcy court on Wednesday – the 40-year-old artist had wads of dollar bills stuffed in his pants! According to TMZ, the court hearing in Hartford, Connecticut, was called because of 50 Cent's penchant for showing off what may be examples of his ummmmm taxable income on Instagram, which is of concern to his creditors in his ongoing bankruptcy case. Court documents reveal that 50 Cent claims he only uses prop money in his snaps, TMZ reports.
a Lifetime Chance for Little Girls to Mee t Once in Their Ultimate Fashion Icon
BABYSHOP REALIZES THE BARBIE DREAM FOR FIVE LUCKY GIRLS FROM UAE FOR SPECIAL MOMENTS WITH THEIR DIVA Calling out all Barbie fans everywhere in the UAE! Babyshop, in line with their commitment to community to provide new and exciting experiences, is offering five lucky girls in the UAE a chance to spend exclusive moments with their ultimate fashion icon: Barbie, in Dubai on 29th March at Dubai Mall. In order to qualify, Babyshop customer had to spend a minimum of AED 100 at Babyshop stores on Barbie merchandise across all categories until 29th February 2016, which entitled participation in a raffle draw in the UAE. The five winners were selected and announced on 7th March, for an experience of a lifetime with Barbie. The lucky winners will experience some very special and exclusive moments with Barbie on 29th March. They will walk the ramp with Barbie at the fashion atrium, Dubai Mall, for a memory that they
will cherish for a lifetime. After the fashion walk, they will get an exclusive ride in Barbie’s pink limousine and a visit to At the Top, Burj Khalifa, where they will pose with Barbie for photographs. This dreamy experience will eventually come to an end when Barbie presents customized gift bags to the five little fashionistas with a tight hug and a cuddle that is every girl’s dream. This exceptional opportunity is not only limited to five winners; 20 other winners from the UAE, chosen via a social media contest, will win a chance to meet and walk the ramp with Barbie at the exclusive event in Dubai Mall, in addition to a photo opportunity with Barbie. For more information please log onto www.facebook.com/babyshoparabia
RECIPE
-SKINNY CALAMARI “SAWITO” SALSA - PRAWNS CROQUETTES - BITTER BALLEN
CHICKEN
Here is a low calorie, easy to prepare and affordable dish courtesy of one of Al Ain’s best kept culinary secrets. Conveniently located in the Al Andalus Complex by Al Ain Mall, Steak & Bake Restaurant serves up delicious comfort food for everyone. In house and outside catering is available along with daily specials that include outstanding Friday and Saturday American style breakfast buffets. Now that the secret is out why not visit Steak & Bake for a taste bud pampering extraordinaire! Call 03 737 6006 to reserve or take advantage of delivery anywhere in Al Ain! Follow us on Instagram snb_uae and Facebook steak n bake
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PROCEDURE:
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Pre-heat oven for 10 minutes at 180 C or 350 F.
1. 1kg Chicken breasts around 4 pcs, no skin 2. 1 Tablespoon olive oil 3. a pinch of salt, pepper, garlic to taste, 1 freshly squeezed lime 4. 1 cup of your favorite salsa 5. 5 to 6 tablespoons of mix cheddar cheese (light and dark) 6. 1 tablespoon of fresh cilantro for garnish
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Mix ingredients # 1 thru # 3
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Put it in an oven safe shallow pan lined with parchment paper. Bake it for 15 to 20 minutes until almost done depending on the thickness of the chicken breast.
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Take it out of the oven and put salsa in the middle of each chicken breast and sprinkle mix cheese in the middle of the salsa and put it back into the oven until the cheese is melted.
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Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro
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Serve chicken with mixed seasoned vegetables and brown rice
Per Serving (approximate) Calories: 250 chicken only
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MY WORLD
PALESTINE With Israel and the Palestinian territories constantly littering the media with turmoil and conflict, there is one remaining aspect of stability: the region’s wealth of beauty is undisturbed by the tension and well worth a visit for historians and admirers of the aesthetic alike. To get a taste for Palestine’s undeniable splendor, here are a few spots that won’t disappoint.
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Beautiful Places in
Hisham’s Palace Hisham’s Palace was built between the years 720 and 750 AD. It is also known as Hirbet al-Mafjar, which roughly translates to “flower water ruins.” This enticing palace lies nestled in the desert and, though it takes its name from Hisham bin Abdel Malek, many have argued that its decor and structure are more suited to Hisham’s nephew and successor, AlWalid bin Yazid. Walid led quite the playboy lifestyle, and his palace suited it, being used predominantly for luxury. For lovers of beauty, the mosaics in the palace are truly stunning Khan al-Umdan The Khan is an 18th-century construction settled in the port of Acre. When built by Ahmed Al-Jazzar, it was separated into two floors. The first floor was used for the unloading of goods by merchants fresh from the sea, while the top floor housed the merchants overnight. Despite being built for practical purposes, the architectural beauty of the structure is undeniable. With cave-like sections lining the two floors, resting on rows of granite pillars, the Khan of Acre is quite a remarkable sight. Abraham Mosque One of the oldest holy sites in the world The Abraham mosque, or the Ibrahimi mosque, is one of the most influential holy sites in the world. It is believed to be the burial site of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Rebecca, and Leah. As such, its influence reaches all three of the major religions, being
sacred to Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike. However, its religious influence isn’t its only asset; the intimidatingly large mosque has an overwhelming intensity that is truly unforgettable. The interior is grand, ornate, and an impressive sight to say the least. Aram al-Sharif The Haram al-Sharif is revered by Jews and Muslims alike. For the Jews, the compound is believed to have been built over the ancient temple of Herod. For the Muslims, the site is home to the golden dome, called The Dome of the Rock, one of their most valued mosques. It is believed to be the place at which the prophet Muhammed ascended to heaven. The dome’s beauty is profound. It is banked by the Wailing Wall, where crowds gather daily, and stands out as a lone golden dome in the hustle and bustle of Jerusalem. Herodyon Burial site of Herod the Great Atop a truncated, cone-shaped hill, Herod the Great left his mark. In the Judaean Desert, a palace, fortress, and small town can be found, built between 15 and 23 AD. Excavations of the artificial hill, which is the peak of the Judaean Desert, revealed some remarkable discoveries. The ruins of Herodyon still remain and, like the fictitious city of Atlantis, have an unearthly quality to them. Imagining the construction of this incredible site is amazing enough, but witnessing it is almost overwhelming. Visitors will surely find
themselves aghast at the fascinating ruins of this unique fortress. Church of the Holy Sepulchre Site of the crucifixion The site of the crucifixion, and the burial site of Jesus of Nazareth, this is one of the holiest sites in the world for Christianity. Despite its religious significance, the beauty of this church surpasses all else, including its history. The interior is colorful, ornate, and compelling. The atmosphere of the church alone is well worth experiencing. Many people come to the church to weep and to caress the stone of Golgotha, where the cross is believed to have been placed. With high-domed ceilings and an ancient structure, the building is a sight that shouldn’t be missed by anyone with a keen eye for architecture. Monastery of the Temptation Monastery in the mountains The Mount of Temptation is where Jesus is said to have been tempted by the devil during his 40 days of fasting. On the sheer face of this mountain, a monastery has been built. The monastery blends into the stone of the mountain, and has visitors astounded when they finally catch a glimpse of what lies in wait for them across the desert. With spectacular views from the monastery and equally spectacular views of the monastery from below, this was bound to make the list of the most beautiful places in Palestine. Being built into a cliff, the monastery has a fantastical, otherworldly quality to it.
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MARK THESE EVENTS ON YOUR CALENDAR
CLASSIC MOVIE NIGHT @ YAS MARINA JAN 12 - APR 30, 2016 ABU DHABI: YAS MARINA Every Tuesday evening, enjoy a classic movie under the stars at Yas Marina. Catch some golden oldies plus the biggest hits in the last 30 years from around the world with your friends and family. Along with the beautiful outdoor ambience, take advantage of the range of restaurants or grab a takeaway and enjoy an old classic on the lawn under the twinkling stars. Access to the movie is free and works on a firstcome-first served basis.
ISLAMIC COINS … CULTURAL MANIFESTATIONS EXHIBITION DEC 08, 2015 - MAR 31, 2016 SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE , ABU DHABI The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center (SZGMC) invites you to a unique exhibition of coins and currencies. The exhibition reflects SZGMC’s commitment to culture and traces the evolution of money from present to antiquity with focus on the regional role of UAE as a commercial bridge between East and West. The event features rare exhibits and information and offers a treasure trove of knowledge to tourists, students, academics, economists, collectors and numismatic enthusiasts. For more information log on to:
abudhabievents.ae
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MOTHER OF THE NATION FESTIVAL MAR 24 - APR 02, 2016 ABU DHABI: ABU DHABI CORNICHE The Festival celebrates, commemorates and honours the inspirational values of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. Throughout multiple and diverse activity zones, the festival creates an entertaining and highly interactive atmosphere that welcomes families and individuals from all walks of life. The Mother of the Nation festival has a number of zoned areas: SOUQ Interactive historical displays are intertwined with a contemporary shopping district highlighting the most creative and unique products within the UAE. BEACH DINING A centralised food and beverage area features the best dining concepts in Abu Dhabi from upscale restaurants to local street food. ACTIVE An area focused on health and physical spectacle, showcasing some of the most impressive sports performances in the country, whilst also engaging visitors to get involved and participate. ART & ART MARKETS A winding pathway that leads visitors through a garden of creative and artistic experiences themed around the core virtues of “the art of motherhood“. CONSERVATION A zone dedicated to the beauty of the environment of the UAE, with a focus of engaging visitors to get involved in local preservation. Visitors are invited to enjoy a day out on the Corniche and participate in this unique community event that celebrates the best aspects of contemporary culture within Abu Dhabi and the UAE.
DANAT AL AIN RESORT ST PATRICK’S DAY - 11th to the 17th of March Head over to the Horse & Jockey Pub for a weeklong celebration with Irish-inspired menu, brews and entertainment. All house beverages for AED 15 net from 11th – 17th March. MAHARAJA SET MENU – 8th to the 26th March Live life king size, and enjoy the special Maharaja special set menu with a wide assortment of starters, kebabs , soup , shahi kebabs , biriyani , tandoor , cooked bread and curries, dessert selection and exotic fruit platter for AED 149* per person. MEMORABLE EASTER AT DANAT AL AIN RESORT – 27 MARCH Experience a magical and memorable Easter with your family at Danat Al Ain Resort. We have a host of activities to make the day special for you. The little ones can enjoy the egg hunt at our garden, with face painting, bouncy castle, magicians and lots and lots of fun. ARABESQUE Easter celebrations just got bigger and better with our Easter Brunch for AED 125 * per person. Kids below 6 eat for free, and kids from 6-15 at AED 59* only. LUCE Enjoy a special four course Easter set menu on the 27th of March with a glass of Special Easter celebratory cocktail for AED 110* per person. Kids below 6 eat for free, and kids from 6-15 at AED 49* only. HORSE & JOCKEY Easter Special Roast lunch for families at the Horse and Jockey with all traditional favorites like Roast leg of lamb, hot cross buns for AED 75* per person. Kids below 6 eat for free, and kids from 6-15 at AED 39* only. MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION – 21ST MARCH ARABESQUE Treat your mother to a special evening on this memorable day at Arabesque. We will spoil her on your behalf with flowers, spa vouchers, and yes all mums dine for free on the night (Minimum booking of 4 guests). Featuring a fabulous International buffet for the evening at AED 99* per person. OASIS CAFÉ Treat your mother for an evening of great food and music at the Oasis Café with a special set menu and flowers for the mother for AED 110* per person. Wael Sherif, our talented one man show will be entertaining you through the evening. SOCIAL SQUASH Every Monday from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Members play for free; non-members at AED 20* per person including Squash lessons *Prices are subject to 10% service charge and 6% tourism fee.
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AL AIN ROTANA TRADER VIC'S • South African specials throughout the month • A la carte menu, beef from Australia served during Lunch & Dinner with Cuban band live performance. ZEST • Show your mother how much you love her and treat her with one of our exclusive options at Al Ain Rotana on the 21st March • Gather the entire family and treat all the mothers over a splendid brunch from 12:30 to 3:30pm. Book a table for six and mothers get to brunch free! All mothers will be offered a surprise too. 27th March - AED 199* per person including free flow of bubbly APERITIF AT FALAJ • Enjoy casual yet refined dining at our Falaj pool bar AED 99* per person WINE AND CHEESE EVENINGS • Every Tuesday - Friday, between 6- 11pm at the Zest garden at Al Ain Rotana brings you the best of two worlds with it's Cheese & Wine Night "AED 149* per couple for 4 kinds of International cheese platter and bottle of wine AED 159* per couple for 6 kinds of International cheese platter and bottle of wine" Price is inclusive of 10% service charge and 6% tourism fee
Flick Picks! TRIPLE 9 (18+) LANGUAGE: English RUNNING TIME: 1 hr 55 mins GENRE: Crime STARRING: Teresa Palmer, Kate Winslet, Gal Gadot SYNOPSIS: A gang of criminals and corrupt cops plan the murder of a police officer in order to pull off their biggest heist yet across town.
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worms 1984
by George Orwell, Erich Fromm The year 1984 has come and gone, but George Orwell's prophetic, nightmarish vision in 1949 of the world we were becoming is timelier than ever. 1984 is still the great modern classic of "negative utopia" -a startlingly original and haunting novel that creates an imaginary world that is completely convincing, from the first sentence to the last four words. No one can deny ...
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HILTON: MARCH MONTHLY EVENTS 1. Easter Brunch | Flavours|01.04.2016| 1pm-4am 2. ST. Patrick’s Day| Paco's | 17.03.2016 |9pm-3am 3. International Woman’s Day Week (30% off for woman) | Paco's | 08.03.2016 - 15.03.2016 |9pm-3am 4. Pool Party| Hilton Al Ain|31.03.2016|8:00pm-2:30am THEME NIGHTS AT PACO’S 1. Every Monday - Bingo Night at Paco’s with amazing prizes starting from 9pm-11pm 2. Every Tuesday - Doctors, Nurses & Hoteliers Night - 20% discount 3. Every Wednesday ‘Ladies Night’ all ladies get complimentary drinks from 9pm-11pm 4. Every Thursday – Thirsty Thursday! At Paco’s 5. Every Friday - Teachers Night (20% off for teachers) 6. Every Sunday - Footaholics (Football Night) THEME NIGHTS AT FLAVOURS: 1. Monday: Seafood Night (175++inclusive water) 2. Tuesday: Italian Night (145 ++ inclusive of water) 3. Wednesday: Asian Night (145 ++ inclusive of water) 4. Thursday: Arabic Night (145 ++ inclusive of water) 5. Friday: Friday: Brunch 1pm to 4pm with recreation access and live entertainment Friday: Turkish Night (145 ++ inclusive of water) SPECIAL OFFERS 1. Happy Hour at Paco’s – from 5pm to 8pm get 50% on all beverages (Saturday– Wednesday) 2. Every Friday at Flavous – Friday Brunch with recreation access Package 1 - 185 AED ++ inclusive of Water, Soft drinks and Sparkling Wine) Package 2 – 220 AED ++ inclusive of Water, Soft drinks, House Beverages and Sparkling Wine *Prices are subject to 10% service charge and 6% tourism fee.
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SourcelingS Hello Al Ain, my name is Bella and this is my big brother Harry. I am 5 years old and Harry is 8. We both attend school at Brighton College where we enjoy fun filled days with our friends and teachers. I am especially fond of crafts, baking, singing and dancing while my brother enjoys swimming, reading and drama. As much as we love our home in the Garden City, we are excited about moving to Thailand at the end of March and beginning a brand new adventure. We will miss our many friends and want to thank everyone for making our stay over the past 3 years a pleasant and most memorable one.
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by Sara Pennypacker Pax was only a kit when his family was killed, and “his boy” Peter rescued him from abandonment and certain death. Now the war front approaches, and when Peter’s father enlists, Peter has to move in with his grandpa. Far worse than being forced to leave home is the fact that Pax can’t go. Peter listens to his stern father-as he usually doesand throws Pax’s favorite toy so . . .
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سحر نجا محفوظ:الكاتب
،صبي يزور جدته التي تزرع العديد من أنواع الخضار لكنها تفاجئه بالطبق.وكله حامس لتذوق طعامها اللذيذ ، يرفض أكله عند الظهر. امللفوف:الوحيد الذي ال يحبه أبدًا يرص عىل، وهو بعناده.لكن جدته ال تعطيه أي خيار آخر يشعر، عندها.عدم أكل امللفوف إىل أن يأيت وقت العشاء فيغري، يفاجأ بطعمه اللذيذ.بجوع شديد فيأكل امللفوف قصة تشجع الطفل عىل تقبل أنواع مختلفة من.رأيه .املأكوالت التي قد ال تروق له
Thank You Al Ain!! Parents if you have a special youngster who you think would be great for our Sourceling of the week, send a photo and a bio of no more than 100 words to sourcelings@thesourceuae.com.
ندرس، سنوات8 سنوات و عمر هاري5 عمري. اسمي بيال وهذا أخي الكبري هاري،مرحبا . حيث نستمتع بأيام مليئة بالفرح مع أصدقائنا و معلمينا،كالنا يف مدرسة برايتون كوليدج بينام يستمتع أخي بالسباحة والقراءة،أحب الحرف اليدوية كثريا ًو الخبز و الغناء و الرقص و بقدر ما نحب مدينة العني نحن متحمسون لالنتقال إىل تايالند يف نهاية شهر،والدراما و نود أن نشكر الجميع عىل جعل، سنفتقد جميع أصدقاءنا،مارس لنبدأ مغامرة جديدة .إقامتنا يف مدينة العني عىل مدى السنوات الثالثة املاضية ممتعة و متميزة
Test your knowledge 2. Water is made up of what two elements? 3. What is the longest river on Earth? 1) Ammeter 2) Hydrogen and oxygen 3) The Nile River 38
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)منهومخرتعالتلفاز؟1 ) ما هو لقب الشاعر اسامعيل بن2 القاسمبنسويدالعيني؟ ) كم يبلغ طول سور الصني العظيم؟3 ) جون لوجي بريد1 ) أبو العتاهية2 كم2400 )3
1. Electric current is measured using what device?
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a cat can keep purring while inhaling and exhaling
honey is the only natural food which squirrels can climb never spoils trees faster than they can run on the ground
the first train reached a top the planets in the only thing that can all speed of only 8 kmh (5 mph) solar system destroy a diamond is our fingernails grow could fit inside faster than toenails intense heat Jupiter
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