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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

NEWS All the news from around Al Ain

SPORTS Keep up to date with the latest happenings in Al Ain’s world of sport

FEATURES Discover why the UAE is the fastestgrowing coffee market in the world

Meet Zoha Bharwani the 15 year old founder of After Catastrophe charity

STUFF FOR MEN Read what makes the Alpha Male so cool and such a man’s man

URBAN WOMAN Travelling this summer? Clue in on the best travel beauty secrets

AL MAJLIS Meet funny girl Shaima Al Sayed, the first female Emirati stand-up comedian

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EDUCATION Learn how assessments can be viewed as a scientific method of discovery BUSINESS Understand why patience entrepreneur’s greatest asset

30 25 DIARY

What do you have planned for the next week? Take a look at our diary for the latest Dazzling Deals around town

26 CULTURE & HERITAGE

Highlights the importance of preserving culture and heritage for future generations

28 HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Some sleep to live, others live to sleep; find out why getting enough sleep is crucial to our health

29 CITY REVIEWS

If Pizza World doesn’t sell pizza, what do they sell? Read City Reviews to find out

MY WORLD Read, discover and fall in love with the beauty of Lebanon’s nature, culture and people

RECIPES Simple and easy recipes that your family will love

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Letter from the Editor

PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Mona Hennawi MANAGING DIRECTOR Farid Nouisser EDITOR IN CHIEF Mahra Saeed Al Muhairi ENGLISH EDITOR Brenda Chandler WRITER Mehak Alam ARABIC EDITOR Sami Rashid ASSOCIATE ARABIC EDITOR/ SENIOR TRANSLATOR Tamara Al Refaei SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER & PHOTOGRAPHER Sikkandar Sharpudeen SPORTS COLOMNIST Mubarak Muhammad Al Ketbi DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Mohammed Saqer

he Source team and I would like to start by thanking the readers, contributors and advertisers for helping make the magazine such a fabulous publication! The past 50 issues have been fantastic and the next 50 will be even better! I’d also like to welcome our first Emirati columnist, Mubarak Al Ketbi to our team. Mubarak is the founder of the United Sports Academy and a huge sports fanatic, so who better to deliver the world of sports than his truly? In this issue, join us as we explore Beirut and beyond. Perhaps a little patriotic, given that Lebanon is my country of origin, but I honestly consider it to be one of the most beautiful countries to visit, and our talented columnist Marianne does this stunning destination justice with her vibrant choice of words.

Have you ever noticed the number of cafes around Al Ain and throughout the entire UAE? Well I have, and through a bit of research, I discovered that the UAE is the fastest growing coffee market in the world. Read all about what makes us some of the best coffee drinkers in our feature article found on page 14. Also in this issue, for the lovely ladies who will be jet setting around the globe in the next couple of weeks, we’ve provided you with a list of beauty tips in our Urban Woman column, which will keep you looking fabulous on and off the ground. For those travelling this summer, we wish you a safe and happy journey! And for those who will be spending their summer with us here in the UAE, we look forward to keeping you entertained and in touch with the Ramadan, Eid and Back to School issues.

CONTRIBUTORS Teresa Evans, Dr. Nadia Hussain, Dr. Talal Mohammed Al Darwich, Marianne Makdisi, Etdal Abougouche, Yussif Abdu Salam, Flo Joe, Abeer Allan TO CONTACT US +971 3 7668111 info@thesourceuae.com www.thesourceuae.com thesourceuae

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Last but not least, I would like to say a special thank you to my team who has gone above and beyond their call of duty in making this, our 50th issue a reality! Happy reading,

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Wacky World

War will never create peace, and peace will never create wars. Technological progress has merely provided us with more efficient means for going backwards.

SHE CAN'T LIVE WITH HIM AND SHE CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT HIM!

An Emirati woman whose ex-husband re-married, was outraged and went to extreme measures to seek revenge.

Every thought leads to creation. If everyone is thinking alike, then somebody isn't thinking.

The woman drove miles to her ex's home, poured a gallon of petrol on his car and set it on fire.

Change your thoughts and you change your world.

When the police and civil defence teams arrived to the scene, they managed to put out the fire and clear the large crowd of people who were at the site.

The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return. By Maheen Ali, 25, Al Ain

The best magazine I have ever come across. I love reading it and I ALWAYS recommend it to my friends. It's so cool and awesome! - ‫@‏‬Sticky_luvr7 I love reading The Source. It helps me know what's going on in Al Ain and the UAE. Please keep publishing this amazing magazine….it completes my day! - @mittykitty36

The woman, who is currently behind bars, was found at her home by the officials shortly after the incident occurred. The police also found a sharp knife in the woman's possession which she apparently used in the past to threaten her ex-husband with....no wonder he left her!

WINNERS

Congratulations to Salem Al Karbi on winning a Family Weekend Entrance to the Pool & Kid’s Area at OnetoOne Hotel-Al Ain. Congratulations to the following 2 Source readers for winning complimentary Nail Art Manicure and Pedicure from La Poupee Beauty Center-Al Ain. Khawla Al Nuaimi & Lanie B.Lazaro

A beautiful grape vine Photo by: Mubash, Al Ain.

ENVIRONMENT

CHANGE A LIGHT BULB AND SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT

There are plenty of little things that we can do at home to reduce our carbon footprint and help save the environment. By constantly making small changes to our habits and routine, we are gradually and positively making a difference to the environment. If you want to change the environment, the next time you replace your light bulbs, consider switching to compound fluorescent light bulbs as they last longer and consume one-quarter of the energy. It’s one of the best things you can do for the environment and your budget! 8

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MA ROUM The term means: “I can’t” Ma Roum At’akhar I can’t be late!

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New uniforms for ADEC schools The Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) announced that a new standardized uniform will be used across its public schools. The new uniform will be used starting the beginning of the new school year 2013/2014 across 12 schools as a pilot phase, while the rest of schools will continue using their current uniform. The pilot phase will include various cycles of girl schools as well as kindergartens, namely: in Abu Dhabi - Al Dhabiania School, Al Thuraya School, Khadeeja Al Kubra School, Al Mawaheb School, Aisha Om Al Momeneen School, Palestine School and the Al Hidaya Kindergarten. In Al Ain– Al Diwan Kindergarten, Al La’ale School, Al Badya School; in the Western Region – Al Areej Kindergarten (KG) and Qatar Al Nada School. H.E. Mr. Mohammad Salem Al-Dhaheri, ADEC’s Executive Director of School Operations said that using the new standardized uniform in Abu Dhabi, Al-Ain and Western Region schools aims to ensure the same uniform is used by all students to reflect a good image of ADEC students. He added that the uniform will have unified and attractive colors that have been chosen after conducting a survey with different types of uniforms for the school principals. Material for the uniforms is available in the market with a reasonable price; colors will be limited to blue, navy blue & sky blue.

Mr. Al-Dhaheri pointed out that the new design is comfortable, fits both genders and different age categories, carries ADEC’s logo and includes both summer and winter costumes. KG students will have two options; the first one includes a long-sleeved shirt, trousers, tie, winter blazer and jacket, while the second includes a short-sleeved shirt, shorts and winter blazer and jacket. Cycle 1 girls will have two options, the first one includes a long-sleeved shirt, school dress, a winter blazer, while the second includes a long-sleeved shirt, skirt, scarf and a winter blazer. Cycle 2 and Cycle 3 girls will have two options; the first one includes a longsleeved shirt, school dress, a winter blazer and scarf, while the second includes a

long-sleeved shirt, skirt, a winter blazer and jacket. Ms Moza Al-Muhairi, Al Thuraya School Principal, commended the new uniform and supported the idea of unifying the appearance of students and said that the new uniform reflects ADEC’s identity and represents students’ loyalty to ADEC schools. She emphasized that both summer and winter costumes will achieve equality amongst students and are consistent with the UAE’s national identity. Ms Dhabia Al-Qamzi, Al-Mawaheb School Principal, said that the new uniform designs consider the weather and added that trendy styles and designs encourage students to abide by them. “ADEC is providing school uniforms at affordable prices to minimize family burdens at the beginning of each school year.”

SummerFest AbuDhabi 2013

SummerFest Abu Dhabi is a 52day extravaganza spanning mid-summer, the Holy Month of Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr. Running from June 27 to August 17, SummerFest Abu Dhabi features concerts comedy, theatre, international stars, sports, live shows, celebrity appearances and premieres, spread over four actionpacked halls at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) and du Forum on Yas Island.

At ADNEC, there’s a gigantic, three-storey Obstacle Course with rock climbing walls, zip lines, a maze and giant towers and the Extreme Tower Bag Jump. A live-action Cartoon Network Village will boast life-size, replica sets and interactive games featuring a magical line-up of much-loved characters from the region’s most popular cartoon TV network, while in a dedicated LEGO Zone visitors can recreate the Abu Dhabi skyline. Over at Open Stage there are hourly mini-

At du Forum, a cache of popular English-speaking Arabic comedians will have audiences in stitches in early July, before theatre productions, stage performances and sport-based coaching clinics and tournaments roll out during Ramadan. The region’s leading Arabic singers will then usher in Eid Al Fitr celebrations from August 9-10.

shows featuring the jaw-dropping genius of the Bubble Man, toddler-friendly Balloon Caricaturists and other thrilling stunt-based performances. Show World kicks off with consecutive regional premieres. First-up, the Lazy Town live show will get kids out of their seats and active from June 27 to July 3 before muchloved Bananas in Pyjamas duo, B1 and B2, take-over for the side-splitting Banana-rific production from July 4 -9.

SummerFest Abu Dhabi stars will make crowd-pulling appearances at malls across the emirate and there are great seasonal deals and promotions at shopping centers, hotels and attractions. Al Forsan International Sports Resort will host a series of summer camps from July 10 to August 3. Tickets to the ADNEC extravaganza are AED 40 (US$11) for adults and AED 20 (US$5.5) for under-12s. Kids under twoyears-old enter free. The Source

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Authorities seize over 1million fake HP printing supplies Hewlett Packard (HP) announced its Anticounterfeit Program in EMEA (Europe, Middle-East, Africa) and has supported law enforcement officials in the United Arab Emirates in the largest single seizure of counterfeit HP products to date. The raids on counterfeiters followed an investigation by HP, leading to the confiscation of more than one million fake printer cartridges and components. During simultaneous raids on five premises across Ajman and Dubai in April 2013, officials confiscated around 150,000 laser print cartridges, 100,000 fake cartridge boxes, nearly 50,000 security labels and over 750,000 empty print cartridges. “HP welcomes this momentous seizure, which strikes a significant blow against the production and distribution of illicit printing supplies by criminal organisations in the Middle East,” said David Cooper, Director HP Global Anti-counterfeiting Program. “It is encouraging to see that our support led directly to the largest seizure of fake items since we began the Anti-counterfeiting Program in 2006.”

investigations to protect honest traders and their customers. Original HP supplies distinguish themselves by their superior quality and reliability at competitive prices. Authentic HP LaserJet and HP inkjet print cartridges, unlike counterfeits, benefit from a history of investment and testing to provide superior performance and consistent results. Rami Kamel, representative for the Ajman Police Unit said: “This seizure demonstrates our determination to protect consumers from illegal products which trick them out of money. If they work at all, counterfeit cartridges provide poor results and may damage your printer, leading to costly repairs or replacement. We appreciate HP’s assistance and applaud their continued investigation of counterfeiting activity which helps us to find and prosecute criminals.” Such actions help to prevent the spread of illegal fakes throughout the Middle East and beyond. During the raids, officials gained valuable insight into counterfeiting networks which will be used for further

Across EMEA, over the last four years, HP has conducted nearly 1,000 investigations, resulting in over 800 enforcement actions (raids and seizures by authorities) and nearly nine million units of counterfeit products and components seized, thus preventing them from being sold in the EMEA marketplace and beyond. Through its Anti-counterfeiting Program, HP actively educates its customers and partners to be vigilant against fake printing supplies. It also cooperates closely with local and global law enforcement authorities to detect and dismantle illegal operations that produce counterfeit HP printing components.

UAEU students donate over 100,000AED H.E. Dr. Ali Rashid Al-Nuaimi, Vice Chancellor of United Arab Emirates University presented a check worth 110,470 thousand dirhams to the UAE Red Crescent, which was received by Mr. Salem Al-Rais Al-Ameri, Director of Emirates Red Crescent in Al Ain. The amount of money was the outcome of a campaign organized by team "Abshiru" at UAEU, in collaboration with the Student Red Crescent Club and Students Activities and Leadership Department. The campaign sponsored by Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa bint Zayed Al-Nahyan, was a charity exhibition for the benefit of needy citizens in the country that lasted for 3 days and included fashion shows and shops selling clothes, perfumes and food. Dr. Al-Noaimi expressed, during a meeting with the Director of Emirates Red Crescent in Al Ain, his thanks and appreciation to Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa bint Zayed Al Nahyan for sponsoring this humane event, and said, "The joint cooperation between UAEU and the UAE Red Crescent Authority is something to be proud and pleased about because the link between the two sides is the students who always surprise us with their humanitarian and voluntary initiatives. The 10

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establishment of such a charity exhibition is a step for humanity by our students, especially when they are of this age, under pressure to study and still thinking about others in need. UAEU constantly seeks to support such humanitarian and charitable activities because of their significant role in spreading the spirit of the community between its members." Mr. Salem Al-Rais Al-Ameri conveyed his thanks and deep gratitude for this humane

initiative by the students of UAEU and said, “This sum that has been collected holds a lot of meaning because the student’s income is usually very limited to meet the needs necessary, so pledging a portion or all of their income for the needy is the essence of philanthropy. For that I thank the campaign team, as well as the Student Red Crescent Club, which has had many participations with the authority and made a great impact to promote humanitarian volunteer work in the University.”

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Tennis Tournament at Al Ain Rotana’s Falaj wing Al Ain Rotana hosted its very first tennis tournament at the newly open tennis court located in the Falaj wing of the new addition of the existing five star properties. The recently built state-of-the-art tennis court provided an excellent venue for the event on Friday, June14th. The competition was intense in each of the matches, particularly in the final match. The awards ceremony was held at the hotels garden where the great weather matched perfectly with the evening’s event where trophies, certificates and freebies were awarded to the winners. “It’s our pleasure to announce the opening of the new tennis court as our new born in the Al Ain Rotana family as a part of our expansion project Al Falaj. The new court was built keeping in mind the international standards and as the habit runs in Al Ain

Rotana we seize the opportunity to create social and sports events out of our venues which gathers us and our guests closer together”. Commented Ayman Gharib, General Manager of Al Ain Rotana.

The Bodylines team at Al Ain Rotana expressed special gratitude to the participants and sponsors and look forward to more tennis tournaments in the near future.

AED200000 of blood money to be paid out

The truck driver accused of unintentionally causing the death of 21 workers and injuring 23 others has been ordered to pay AED4.2 million in blood money, AED52,000 in fines and will serve a one-year jail sentence, the Abu Dhabi Court of Appeals ruled.

Al-Ain Dairy receives their ISO certification stamp Al Ain Dairy recently received an ISO certification. The dairy production plant underwent stringent audit procedures in March 2013 to achieve the certification for Quality Management and Food Safety Management Systems. The QMS covered each and every department of the organization. With this achievement, Al-Ain Dairy farm has become the first to be awarded this prestigious certification of Food Safety Management System in the region. This demonstrates the organizations ability to ensure quality assurance for both the

products and services they offer to their customer base. The award ceremony was held at the head office in the Al Foah district of Al-Ain where Mr. Intesar Ahmed Khan - SGS Gulf handed over the certificates to Mr. Mohammed Saif Al-Suwaidi, who also serves as Executive Director of Treasury - Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Director General - Abu Dhabi Fund for Development. Mr.Suwaidi thanked all the department heads for their positive contribution and expressed his happiness on the occasion of this achievement.

Apart from manslaughter, the accused faces charges of exceeding the speed and heavy vehicle load limits as well as failing to leave a safe distance on the road and damaging public property. In February, the accused rammed into a bus carrying 45 workers from behind while carrying 75 tonnes of construction material. Twenty Bangladeshis and one Pakistani were among those who died. According to reports, the lorry collided with the bus and both vehicles hit a metal barrier. The bus then slid down a slope and landed on its right side while the truck followed it down the incline and crashed into the bus. Each of the victims’ families will receive AED200,000 in blood money. The defendant has also been ordered to pay AED1,000 to the Civil Court for speeding and an additional AED1,000 for carrying a heavy load which does not abide by regulations. The Source

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The Source Hey, want to win cool prizes? Mezyad School hosts Annual Professional Conference Mezyad Cycle One School welcomed more than 700 participants and guests to its 2nd Annual Professional Learning Conference on Monday, 24 June 2013. Aimed at building a network of communication between peer teachers across the UAE, this twoday training event features more than 45 distinctive topics delivered by educational professionals practicing in the Abu Dhabi Emirate. Attendees, including Emirati and expatriate teachers, staff, teacher trainees, school leaders and special guests related to education, spend this time networking, sharing ideas and participating in engaging lectures and practical sessions. Esteemed guests in attendance for the Opening Ceremony included, the ADEC Health & Safety Department, Al AinZone, Abu Dhabi Culture Authority with a special Heritage Exhibit, Emirates School Transportation, Society Police, Vanderbilt University and GEMS. The Girls’ Student Choir of Mezyad School performed the song “Children of the UAE” under the direction of its writer, Ms. Kaarin Greenshields. Mr. Ahmed Al Mansoori of Al Fen Production Company performed a song, “Don’t Blame Me”, especially written and recorded by Ms. Afra Al Aryani for this event.

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On its closing day, the PLC will offer a selection of discussion panels on topics relevant to education in the UAE, along with certificates to its participants. A list of presenters, demonstration areas and supporting organizations is included as an attachment.

Mansour bin Zayed Mosque opened at Green Mubazzarah

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Under the administration of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and the Minister of Presidential Affairs; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, inaugurated the opening of Al Mansour Mosque in the Green Mubazzarah Park earlier this month. The Mosque which accommodates more than 550 male worshipers and 150 female worshippers was a 15 million dirham project and is fully equipped with ample parking space, rest rooms and wudu facilities. It has been built with a pure Emirati architectural design which is complemented by the beautiful surroundings of the park. Jumu'ah (Friday) prayers will be held regularly at the mosque. 12

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sports Mubarak Muhammad Al Ketbi has a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Marketing. He is an international licensed football coach and the manager of the United Sports Academy in Al Ain. He is extremely passionate about sports and the Al Ain Football Team.

A Tale of Al Ain Football Club “The crowds invade the stadiums, cheering for their team, their heroes…”

A By Mubarak Muhammad Al Ketbi

l Ain FC is consistently the main story of every season and even if it fails to end with a championship the journey is guaranteed to be packed with excitement and surprises. Al Ain fans love their team and win or lose cheer for them until the final second. Al Ain stadiums erupt like volcanoes as the fans come together in praise of their beloved Mighty Violet and their constant display of indescribable skill and talent. They boast an outstanding record of 11 championships with 2 being proleague accomplishments. And so the Violet Brotherhood continues to electrify, always in pursuit of another conquest to share with their deserving management and unshakeable fans. THE LEADING TRIANGLE….: The fans reminisce about their legendary heroes of the past, like Hammad, Hamdoun and Al Sahbani, who were the leading triangle. They’re still on the Old

Testament and playing as though nothing had disturbed the dynasty. Triumph cannot, however, be attributed to hunger alone or simple coincidence; it is the extreme skill, determination and administrative brilliance, that have been the reasons behind Al Ain’s continued success. HAT-TRICK BROTHERHOOD: Khaled, Mohammed and Omar are a fascinating trio with a distinct foot print in the world of football. They are modern day heroes and their sweat, determination and loyalty to the Al Ain fans, have made them favorites of the people and media alike. Khaled with his strength and reliability, Mohammed with his unpredictable movements and Omar with it all, will simply dazzle any crowd fortunate enough to be in the stands. OMAR IS ALWAYS “THE STORY”: Omar is the fruit of this season and every season, his performance flows effortlessly as he makes the impossible come to life. With technique and skill that are nothing short of magical, this incredible player adds a shot of nitro to an already volatile line-up. Omar is a player not only loved by the fans but also an essential and harmonious additive to a team that depends on his grace and spirit on and off the field. Omar commands the game and when the ball is in his possession, it has no choice but to become obedient on route to its final resting place in the opposing net! THE FEARFUL TRIO: Vital to winning is the trio of Omar, Gyan and Ekoko. Their sense of the game is incredible and they infect any crowd with their outstanding performances. These three players anticipate each other magnificently and watching them perform is like watching a choreographed dance. Throw them on the field together and in no time they command the show and no goal is safe from their attack. Accompanied by the adrenalin fueled cheers of their fans, this trio is a force to reckon with and is relentless in its pursuit of victory. THE FANS: The moving spirit of the team, fighters till the last breath, thriving in the stadiums and adoring their team like a mother its child. Through thick and thin, refusing to accept defeat and embracing each victory as though it may be the last, the legendary foundation of The Mighty Violet does not shake; it stays solid, prepared to support till the end, a calling and bond beyond strength. A team without spirit is just a team, a symphony without harmony plays merely a song, but my friends, Al Ain has a symphony that sounds like a carnival, in a team with spirit that echoes the hopes and dreams of a nation. Ladies and gentlemen I give you, The Fans of Al Ain F.C.

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Coffee Anyone?

The UAE is the fastest growing coffee market in the world. By Mona Hennawi

oday, the idea of a coffee house usually brings to mind a cozy place that serves gourmet coffee and espresso drinks, with couches to lounge in while you sip. So how did the coffee house get its start?

This love affair with coffee is rooted deeply in Middle Eastern culture. Saudi Arabia is where coffee beans were first roasted and brewed [in the 15th Century] similarly to how we enjoy our coffee today. It was initially banned for local consumption due to its properties as a stimulant but the ban was lifted in 1524 in Mecca and the ritual of drinking coffee and meeting in local coffee houses was soon embedded in their culture.

Coffee is the drink of choice for many people across the world. Every morning millions of people rely on their morning fix to charge them up for the day. Although coffee has been around for thousands of years, coffee shops have only become popular over the last 100 years. As more people rely on caffeine to wake them up in the morning, many businesses have capitalized on this need.

So what’s driving the current rate of coffee consumption growth in the UAE? • The government’s decision to diversify from a trade-based, oil-reliant economy to one that is service and tourism oriented in the early 2000’s, provided the impetus for rapid population growth. The population of the UAE is now approaching 8 million, of which 87.5% are expatriates. • 10 million tourists and business visitors are expected to visit the UAE in 2013 and this number is expected to increase exponentially in the coming years. • Coffee houses have historically been an important facet of social life given the strict regulations governing the sale and consumption of alcohol within the region. • According to the Euromonitor report, one of the main contributing factors to this growth is the region's youthful population, a key demographic for coffee chains around the world. The median age of the entire GCC population is just 26, while in the UAE people under 30 make up 44 % of the population.

Coffee and tea consumption in the Arab world has more than tripled over the last decade, with the UAE registering an 85 per cent increase during the last three years alone. It is currently the fastest growing market by volume for coffee in the world. According to arabianbusiness.com, “UAE residents consume an average of 3.5 kg of coffee and tea beverages each year; nearly twice as much as in any other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country, making it one of the fastest growing markets by volume for coffee in the world. People in the UAE already drink nearly twice as much coffee as anywhere else in the GCC and consumption levels are set to continue growing at around 12 percent per annum until 2014“ The Dubai Mall alone, boasts more than thirty coffee house brands from North America, the United Kingdom, and continental Europe, along with local offerings such as Bateel—many having multiple locations in the mall. 14

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This booming coffee demand has not gone unnoticed by the world's largest brands. Starbucks, for example, now has about 300 locations in the Middle East, with 101 outlets in the UAE alone. The Costa Coffee brand has more than 150 locations, nearly half of which can be found in the UAE. As residents of the UAE, we have the disposable income to decide that we deserve to relax with a nice espresso drink, made just the way we want it. We have gone beyond worrying about shopping for the beans and prepping the machine. We are simply all about enjoying that perfectly brewed cup of Joe!

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feature How do you help the victims? Zoha: Our way of helping is unique. The money raised goes directly to needy families in countries that have been affected by natural disasters, via a trustworthy point-person. At the moment, we are starting out small and working only in Japan, Haiti, and Pakistan. The reliable contacts are situated in each of these countries, and they ensure that the funds get to their proper destinations. Each family we send aid to writes us a letter every 4 months and the Zoha Bharwani letters are in turn displayed in the ‘meet the families section’ of our website. Has it been an easy journey or have you faced many obstacles along the way? Zoha: When you are working for a good cause, things automatically fall into place. My family and friends have helped me find my ambassadors. Nizar Jaffer Basaria is in Pakistan and Yukiko Kaboki is in Japan and both are renowned for employing outstanding catastrophe investigation principles and have been a great asset to our organization.

After Catastrophe

The art of giving back By Mehak Alam

oha Bharwani a 15 year old Canadian expat student at the International School of Choueifat, is the founder of After Catastrophe. It is a non-profit charitable organization focused on helping rebuild the lives of families in areas affected by natural disasters and providing them with long-term aid and resources. I had the pleasure of meeting Zoha and was eager to learn how someone so young has successfully taken on such a huge challenge.

What inspired you to found After Catastrophe? Zoha: My life completely changed while on a family trip to Pakistan in 2010. What I saw their gave me a different perspective on life and a new found appreciation of the blessings many of us take for granted. I visited the camps where flood victims were living. When I first entered the camps everything seemed stable and settled but after speaking to the locals, I understood that things were not what they seemed. These people were living with the horrifying reality of having lost family and friends and adding insult to injury, displaced from homes that were completely destroyed along with their few worldly possessions. How did you get started? Zoha: The organization initially started off as a web-based relief group (www.aftercatastrophe.com), but thanks to the support received from friends, family and schoolmates, we have experienced an incredible amount of growth over the past two years. 16

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Why do you do this? Zoha: I have been asked this question many times and there are, in fact, many reasons. The main one is that I care. I know I’m fortunate enough to be able to help, so why not? I know helping is the right thing to do, so what is stopping me from doing it? People never deserve to have tragic events tear their lives apart and in the wake of such catastrophes, require the aid necessary to set them on their feet again. No matter how much or how little I do, I’m touching the lives of people who need it. All of us have had our fair share of problems and have managed to overcome them with the help of someone special. Wouldn’t you want to be that special someone for somebody in need? I know I would. Are you registered with any government bodies? Zoha: Yes, we are registered with the UAE Red Crescent who ensures that donations are securely allocated to proper charities. Moreover unlike other NGO’s, After Catastrophe continues to stay connected with the victims to monitor their progress and provide further assistance if required. When we talk to the families, it adds the feeling of achievement and motivates us to work harder to spread more happiness. Have you had any recent fundraising events? Zoha: I recently organized an event called ‘Music 4 Charity’ in Al Ain Mall. I performed live with a student band called Mainstream 747. The event was supported by the mall and the UAE Red Crescent to help collect donations for humanitarian needs. We collected AED2000 for families affected by devastating floods and earthquakes in Pakistan. How can people contribute and make donations to After Catastrophe? Zoha: There are several ways. You can simply log on to www. aftercatstrophe.com and click on the DONATE tab or attend one of our Music for Charity events and either perform or donate on the spot. Most important of all, by informing your family and friends about our NGO, you will create the awareness necessary to help our organization grow and continue to provide aid to those in need on a broader global scale.

stuff for men

The Alpha Male A cool, confident guy doesn't beat around the bush. He'll always say what's on his mind because he knows that people value what he has to say.

I By Yussif Abdu Salam

f you want to be the sort of guy who’s always the leader of the pack, you need to learn the secrets of how to become an alpha male. This term refers to a man who naturally commands attention and respect in any sort of setting.

From business meetings to social settings, the alpha male always comes out ahead and gets what everyone else wants. While some men do come by this sort of charisma and popularity without trying, there are lots of ways to cultivate the alpha male attitude and to develop the strong, distinct personality that alpha males are known for.

Is open and honest, and never afraid to state his opinion. A cool, confident guy doesn't beat around the bush. He'll always say what's on his mind because he knows that people value what he has to say, and he's not afraid to piss someone off.

It’s not about looks, money or pedigree - instead, the secret of how to become an alpha male lies in carrying yourself with quiet confidence.

Is decisive. If you ask him if he wants to go somewhere, he won't say “I don't know” or “what do you want to do?” He'll tell you “yes” or “no”, whether he thinks it's what you want to hear or not.

Now, let’s talk about the qualities of that naturally cool guy who we all secretly want to be like.

Is confident in his decisions. When you tell him his shirt is ugly, he'll tell you that you have horrible taste in clothing.

AN ALPHA MALE: Is a naturally cool guy who doesn't care what people think about him. He never places excessive meaning on any one interaction. He knows he can't please everyone, and he is totally OK with it.

What he is doing is always the best thing going. If you tell him about a great time you and a group of guys had on the weekend, you’ll never hear him say, “I wish I could have been there.” He knows that whatever he was doing was either more fun or more important.

His respect and friendship must be EARNED. To gain his respect, you have to either be a friend of a friend, or show him that you are also cool. This holds true for both the men and women they meet. They give no “bonus points” for status, looks, or material possessions. Mastered the secrets of attractive body language. A lot of guys think that the key to becoming alpha males is giving off a conceited, high-and-mighty air or flashing around plenty of cash. In actuality, this sort of attitude and behavior is deeply unappealing. By upholding excellent manners at all times, letting others know that you care about their minds, and displaying great self-esteem you will consistently send a message of quiet success. 18

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He is always the best thing going. If a woman talks about another guy, he will always remind her that being with him equals a much better time and choice! An alpha male is protective, successful, a motivator, a leader of the pack, a man amongst men, and so on. Becoming a true alpha male can be a difficult journey; your outward actions won't get you there, neither will walking over other guys. Genuine alpha qualities come from a positive feeling of self worth, a strong identity and high standards - everything else just follows. But keep in mind that an alpha male still has complexities like everybody else - he’s not perfect, nor does he want to be.

urban woman

Etdal is a mother of 3 living in Al Ain. She keeps up to date on the latest trends in beauty, fashion and health. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge and hopes to inspire you to feel fabulous and look your best!

TRAVEL

Beauty Tips

T By Etdal Abougouche

he first time I flew internationally was when I moved to the UAE. I was totally excited about the journey ahead of me, but was dreading the long flight from Canada to get here.

6953 miles later, when I finally approached the arrival gate at Abu Dhabi airport, I caught a glimpse of myself in a mirror and was shocked at the disaster staring back at me. I was a complete mess! My blood shot eyes had huge black circles under them, my hair was tousled and frizzy, and I was as pale as a ghost. I was a sight for sore eyes (no pun intended) but it got me thinking; how does Etihad’s crew do it? I made it my mission to find out their secrets and truth be told, it actually doesn’t take too much effort to look and feel refreshed after a long flight; so no more excuses ladies! Follow these easy tips to keep yourself looking fabulous from departure to arrival: Keep yourself hydrated: It is easy to become dehydrated during travel which contributes to jet lag so it is very important to drink plenty of water to keep hydrated, even if that means you need to take multiple washroom breaks! Don’t fall for the airline meal: Nobody says no to free food, but airline meals aren’t exactly the best thing for your well-being. They usually contain a lot of carbohydrates and few proteins, leaving you feeling stuffed immediately after eating, but hungry anew an hour or two later. I’m not saying skip the meal altogether, but it’s a good idea to bring along some digestive biscuits, muesli bars, crackers or fruit that you can munch on as well. Try to avoid salt too, the sodium will leave you feeling bloated and irritable. Keep as active as possible: Move around. This is especially important on longer flights, to prevent your body from aching due to poor circulation. You can do seat exercises such as circling ankles, stretching arms and adjusting your posture. The long midflight stretch on overnight flights is an excellent time to take a stroll up and down the aisle a few times.

Know what to wear: Ballet flats are my lifesaver for long haul flights. I wear a pair that are slightly loose, so when my feet swell on the plane, they will remain comfortable and chic. It’s also a smart choice to wear multiple layers while travelling. Sometimes it can be really hot or very cold; you need to be prepared for everything. Stock up on cosmetic testers before departure: Unfortunately, restrictions for bringing liquids on board include most cosmetic creams, lotions and make-up. To prevent losing your favorite foundation at the security check, purchase or get as many cosmetic testers and freebies as you can! They’re light to carry and usually proportioned to last for at least two uses; perfect if you want to freshen up mid-flight and before landing. Alternatively, you could also buy travel-sized empty containers and simply fill some of your beauty products in there. Pre-flight, apply night-cream or hydrating moisturizer to your face and body to avoid dry skin. Avoid wearing foundation and opt to wear a tinted moisturizer instead; it is a lighter alternative and will give your complexion great color and keep it from looking pale. My favorite beauty products that you can be sure to find in my travel bag are: • Hair spray to keep hair frizz at bay • Lip balm to relieve any dry, chapped lips • Saline nasal drops when you start to feel uncomfortable breathing dry air • Eye drops in case of irritation and dryness • Eye cream, to reduce puffiness or any dark circles from lack of sleep • Dry shampoo; it absorbs any oil that can make your hair look greasy • Hand sanitizer Prior to landing groom yourself; brush your teeth and hair, apply light make-up and lip-gloss and change into a fresh set of clothes. Don’t let the long-haul flights get the best of you. It doesn’t take much to leave the aircraft looking like a human being, ready to take on the world and a new adventure. Bon Voyage ladies, have a great summer holiday! The Source

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Emirati Stand-up Comedian

Shaima Al Sayed The girl in the sheila and abaya who talks about stereotypes! By Mehak Alam

erhaps one of the only famous female Emirati stand-up comedians in the UAE’s comic scene, Shaima Al Sayed has been providing her audiences with a steady stream of laughs in the Gulf region for years. Shaima comes from a traditional and talented Emirati family. She was raised alongside her four siblings in the City of Gold, where she continues to pursue a full-time career as a legal assistant. Her brother is Ali Al Sayed, Dubai's first renowned local professional comedian and along with his comedian wife, Mina Liccione, founded Dubomedy - the first and only Comedy and Urban Arts School in the MENA Region. Although Shaima always enjoyed their shows she never considered pursuing it herself. Shaima is a devoted fan of the famous Arab-American stand-up comedian, Dean Obeidallah, so when he was hosting a workshop at Dubomedy, she eagerly enrolled. “At the end of the workshop we had to perform in a live comedy show, and after my performance Dean came up to me and said, “If you had more onstage experience I would ask you to open my next show!”” Naturally after receiving such positive feedback it motivated Shaima to work even harder and sign up for additional courses at Dubomedy to polish up her skills. Before long, Shiama became the newest addition to Funny Girls, an exclusive ladies-only stand-up comedy show in Dubai. “I joined Funny Girls in their second season (now it’s their fourth) and love being part of the girl-gang”.

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al majlis Shaima and her fellow female stand-up comedians are on a quest to change the false impressions that are associated with comedy acts. “People assume comedy is full of foul language but I strongly consider my approach to be more of a ‘halal’ comedy” style, laughs Shaima. She further explains that she utilizes her comedic talent to bridge gaps between Emirati and Western cultures and comes across some of the weirdest questions regarding Emirati customs during her acts. “I prefer focusing my humor on the stereotypes and misunderstandings that some expats have about Arabs; like the way we dress, behave and our overall beliefs. This conveys my message in a light and entertaining manner rather than turning the sensitive topic into a dispute.” Shaima was asked to speak at the 2013 TEDxYouth in Al Ain and was emotionally moved by comments made by an expat woman. “This lady who works with a large group of female Emiratis at Tawam Hospital approached me backstage and thanked me for my performance. She thanked me for going on stage, making the audience laugh and proving that Emirati girls have a great sense of humor, a lovely spirit and beautiful souls.” Performing with Funny Girls has given Shaima the confidence to take on television. She’s been invited to sit on the judging panel for the televised Kit Kat Arabia’s Comedy Break competition – a reality-type talent show that searches for the funniest Arab comedians in the region. She is co-judging alongside three other celebrity judges, one of whom is her brother Ali. Although Shaima claims that the judging aspect of the job is an enjoyable and exciting experience, having to do it alongside her brother is a bit daunting. “It's definitely much more relaxing to judge than perform on the show but the expectation of being able to deliver at Ali’s level of proficiency is extremely intimidating.” Even though the siblings share the same passion and love for the industry, they are total opposites in every other way. Shaima excels at standing out in the crowd and endorses clean and healthy competition with her competitors. She’s extremely modest and doesn’t work for the fulfillment of having a fancy title next to her name nor the number of dirhams she has in her bank account. She is purely driven with the hopes of one day becoming a role model for others. “I will feel blessed if I can encourage other Emirati girls to become comedians and shine in the local, regional and even international comic scenes.” It’s no surprise that someone with such a vibrant and charming nature has a vast fan base. Nonetheless, Shaima’s No.1 fan remains to be her mother. “My mom doesn’t speak any English at all, yet she comes to my shows with the biggest smile on her face simply because she’s proud of me. She doesn’t understand a single joke but her smile becomes broader when she hears the audience laugh.” This has inspired Shaima to manipulate some of her jokes into Arabic, which has welcomed a new group of supporters to her growing number of enthusiasts. Shaima, being a happy-go-lucky young lady, was delighted to share some encouraging tips to help others achieve their aspirations too.

Life Lessons • Believe in yourself and in your dreams.

• Life deals us enough obstacles; do not create unnecessary hurdles preventing you from arriving at your goals. • Make peace with yourself, decide what you want to be and stay focused until you achieve it. • Always feel proud of who you are and what you are capable of doing. The Source

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Teresa Evans has a Master’s Degree in International Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She currently teaches early childhood education here in Al Ain. From her start as a Peace Corps volunteer in Yemen, her career in education spans two decades.

The Science of Getting to Know You

I By Teresa Evans

start off every school year with a deep breath. The days of summer are disappearing and there are “Back To School” signs in Carrefour, Lulu and all over the s hopping malls. I think back to the long, lazy days of my summer vacation and wonder why holidays have to pass by so quickly! Then, one assuredly sunny September morning, I find myself looking at the young curious faces staring back at me and think; I don’t know you, but I’m going to. It’s not just an ambition, it’s my view of what drives education.

It starts with a simple gesture, as a child dips her hand in a bowl of paint and makes a hand-print in her choice of red, brown, pink or blue and presses down her prints on her piece of paper. She looks at me fresh-faced and watches as I place her creation in the sun to dry. In another part of the room, my co-teacher works with a group of students on their own self-portraits. Some scribble lines which reveal no shape or detail, while others form unique clearly apparent facial features and it's at that very moment the realization hits me that school has begun. It’s often in the first couple of staff meetings when one hears that one dreaded word, the one that sinks our hearts when we hear it; the word assessment!

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What is an assessment, really? One definition that suits me is, “to apply a test as a means of analysis or diagnosis.” Although I’m not a physician to be certain, I am certain that I am setting a child up for a little scientific fact-finding mission when I sit down with him. As far as a diagnosis goes, what are the specifics between a student's current knowledge and the level they are required to be at for their age group. In other words, developmentally, are they where they need to be? Are they on the spectrum of knowledge or does their skill just not suit their level of intelligence? Are they in need of an intervention or just not ready? Does their learning style match the way I am assessing them? There are so many questions that need answering as the school year moves on and the key to all of it is assessment. In my evaluation this year, I was asked about learning styles. For a little boy named Eisa, I explained that, “In Math, Eisa is strong in numerical concepts and geometry, but he needs to work more on patterns and algebra and my target is to help him develop these skills.” When I was asked by the evaluators what my plan of action was, I simply answered, through assessments of course. I recall a great quote from scientist, Stephen Novella: “What do you think science is? There’s nothing magical about science; it's simply a systematic way for carefully and thoroughly observing nature and using consistent logic to evaluate results.” Assessment, in many ways, is a scientific process. It is the nuts and bolts of getting to know a child, their skills, their areas of strength, their areas that need improvement, their learning styles and their intelligence. Assessments aren't always conducted with a pen and paper either. Sometimes, I observe a child interacting with their peers and write down what I see. I don’t judge them, I simply report the facts: Thabyah is in the writing center copying boys names from the word wall. Here I see a child initiating an independent writing exercise. Salem, Mohammed and Khalifa are playing with puzzles on the floor. Here I observe that the boys are engaging in developmentally appropriate play. They are playing side by side, which kids at their age do. Getting to know children has its artful, creative aspects and is also a diagnostic. Every child is a unique combination of personality, skill, intelligence, style, spirit and physical attributes to name a few. As an educator, I am in a strategic position to reveal all of these things in children and assist in developing them in a meaningful way. Assessment is a scientific method of discovery. In the best of all possible worlds, assessment opens windows that discover and unlock a child’s potential.

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Patience

- an Entrepreneur's Greatest Asset If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don't have to be pushed. The vision pulls you." - Steve Jobs

By Flo Joe

n a world of instant information, feedback, and connection, we are spoiled into believing that everything is "instant." That, combined with overnight small business success stories like Facebook and Pintrest, makes patience all that much more difficult. I admit I’m not the most patient person you’d meet; I want things to happen quickly and according to plan, but I have found that by exercising patience, the end result is always better, the partnership stronger, the project more on-target, the contract richer and the hire a better fit.

In no way does being patient mean that you are just waiting around for results. Patience is about continually doing something, over and over again until you achieve the results. When it comes to running a business, being patient goes hand in hand with being active. In order to get the success you need, you have to hustle. I remember my dad telling my sisters and me to hustle when stocking the shelves at our family run grocery store. Sure, it was probably because he didn’t want to be at the store all night, but that got instilled in me. Why work slowly to complete one task when you can get much more done if you hustle? In business, you hustle to do the things that need to be done and you need to do them fast to make ends meet; because time is money. But you are not just moving for movement’s sake. You have a goal, a dream and you are pushing yourself to get there; and the sooner the better. Getting there takes time, a whole lot of time and effort and this is where patience comes in. If you

aren’t patient, you are going to burn yourself out on all of the hustling. Patience helps you to keep getting up every day and keeps you going. It also helps you to pace yourself, so that you aren’t doing too much at once. It is during the hard times that patience and persistence will help you keep your head down and keep you moving forward. You just need to hang in there; keep throwing one foot in front of the other, no matter how impossible success seems at the moment. Patience is your steady companion when the going gets tough. If you are faced with a lack of money, be patient. Look at your plan. Maybe you have to revisit things and change things. Maybe you will feel like you have been thrown completely off track from meeting your goals. This can be frustrating, even devastating. Know and believe that if you just keep moving in the right direction, you will eventually get there. If you throw in the towel when the going gets tough, you will always be left wondering if success was just around the corner. Sometimes tough times are impossible to avoid, but a lot of tough spots will be avoided completely if you take a patient, long view of your business. It’s usually in the rushing and the cutting of corners, that you get into big trouble with your business. Moving steadily and on track toward your goal and having the patience to take as long as you need to get there, can help you avoid many pitfalls in your business. I am no expert at exercising patience, but I understand that as the leader of my business my attitude impacts everyone I interact with; our customers, my employees, my children, my spouse and they will in turn feed off of that energy in a positive or negative way. So be patient, and never stop moving.

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diary See what's going on in Al Ain from June 27th to Jul 10th COMMUNITY GROUPS & ACTIVITIES Al Ain Art Club: Explore the artist in you! Join for grooming your painting talent with like-minded people. Every Wednesday, 10am-12pm. Free Admission. Al Andalus Compound (Behind Al Ain Mall). Call 050 763 7286 or email midoriyoshino18@gmail.com Al Ain Cycling: A fun way to connect with other bicyclists. Friday Morning, around dawn. Meeting point: Al Markhaniya Al Ain Co-op Society. Call 056 641 2046 or like Al Ain Cycling on Facebook. Al Ain Ladies Netball Club: Sessions run by an ex-UK national League player and coach, the club offers training twice a week and welcomes players of all abilities. Sundays & Tuesdays, 7pm. Hilton Hotel. Membership fee varies. Call 050 334 9757 or email al.ain.netball@gmail.com Living Water Library: A free lending library that is open to anyone in the Al Ain community! Tuesdays 3pm-9pm & Fridays 9am-1pm. Behind Oasis Hospital clinic. Call 050 831 2640 or email livingwaterlibrary@gmail.com

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AESGC Riding Academy: Unleash your inner equestrian! Sat-Thurs, 7-9am & 4:30-9pm. Admission from AED150 (adults) & AED60 (kids). Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club. Call 03 702 6405, email equestrian@aesgc.ae or visit www.aesgclub.com

An extremely versatile guitarist will captivate you throughout the evening! Tuesdays@7pm. Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club. Call 03 702 6425 or visit www.aesgclub.com

Al Ain Festive Fair 2013: A shopping and entertaining extravaganza for the whole family! June 26- July 7, 10am-1pm 7 & 6pm-11pm. Free Admission. Al Khabisi Hall-2. Al Ain Convention Centre. Call 03 763 7686 or visit www.adnec.ae/ al-ain-conventioncentre/whatson

International Show: An exhilarating circus that will awe the audience! Now, until July 30, Al Ain Mall hours. Nojoom Square. Call 03 766 0333 or visit www. Whimsy Show: alainmall.net Join us and have a great time with your family and kids. June 25-July 6, 7:30pm-9:30pm. Najoom Square-Al Ain Mall. Call 03 766 0333 or visit www.alainmall.net 5:41 PM

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culture & heritage

A Proud History

By Dr.Talal Mohammed Al Darwich

oday, it seems that the stories and wisdom of older generations are not being passed down as they once were. The link between generations is disappearing and young people sense it. Whilst it is true that older generations were raised in vastly different times, it is equally true that the principles, values and experiences which guided and shaped their lives, are as relevant and applicable today as they were in the past.

There have been multiple milestones in the history of Arabs and Muslims that today’s youth needs to be made aware of. They need to be informed, educated and empowered to stand up against the massive tide of misrepresentations that Arabs are currently facing on a global scale. Let’s travel back in time to the year 187 A.H., when the Roman emperor, Nikephoros I, assumed the throne of the Eastern Empire. He sent ambassadors with a letter to Harun, informing him that the tribute would no longer be paid. The letter contained these words: “The weak and faint-hearted Irene submitted to pay you tribute. She ought to have made you pay tribute to her. Return to me all that she paid you; else the matter must be settled by the sword.” When Harun read these words he was outraged and sent a letter back to Nikephoros that read: “Harun-al-Rashid, Commander of the Faithful to Nicephorus, the Roman dog: I have read thy letter. Thou shalt not hear, thou shalt SEE my reply.” Harun was true to his word. He started out that day with a large army to punish the emperor. As soon as he reached Roman territory he ravaged the country and took possession of everything valuable that he found. He laid siege to Heraclea, a city on the shores of the Black Sea, and in a week forced it to surrender. Nicephorus was now forced to agree to pay the tribute.

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Another historic tale is that of a Muslim woman captured and imprisoned by the Romans. The leader of the Roman King sarcastically told her, “You won’t ever leave this place until the Muslim King himself removes you from these shackles.” The woman shouted “Wa Mu’tasima!” [Oh my grief, Mu’tasima!]. The Roman King laughed at her and said: “He will never come to save you unless he rides an “ablaq” [a kind of horse that is colored with black and white]. [He said this mocking her and emphasizing the impossibility of the situation.] A Muslim man who was in the land of the Romans heard the woman call out the Khalifa’s name. He ran to the Muslims and told them what he had heard. When AlMu’tasim heard of the news, he gathered an entire army, and spoke the famous quote “When the first soldier of my army reaches the land of the Romans, the last of my army will have left us.” He and the entire army rode off on “ablaq” horses. When they reached their destination, he took control of the area, captured it and entered the prison where the Muslim woman was being held. “Who are you?” she asked. “I am Al-Mu’tasim.” He freed her from the shackles; a sign of humiliation for the Romans. Al Mu’tasim took over the land where this occurred as a reminder and deterrent to those who humiliated the beliefs of a Muslim woman and her people. The past is rich in heritage that we should be proud of. Older generations had to make countless sacrifices to overcome the catastrophes and injustices they suffered. History was documented as a symbol of pride, to pass on to future generations, to empower, educate and inspire them to overcome the obstacles that they will face. Our history is filled with thousands of stories full of heroic victories. Today’s generation runs the risk of losing this heritage if we do not insist on creating the desire to read, learn and embrace the past and its wisdom. The pressures and pace of modern life, leave many families with neither the time nor opportunity to share these remarkable cultural treasures. These are the stories our young should be craving and it is by far the most valuable gift we can give to them and they in turn to the next generation and so on….

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health & lifestyle

Dr. Nadia Hussain

MBBS, MSc Str.M.Bio (UK), PhD (c)

Dr. Nadia is a physician pursuing her PhD in Physiology from UAE University. She is the Chief Editor for Capsule (UAEU), author of Fragments of my Time (Minwa Press) and an award winning poet.

SLEEP HOW IMPORTANT IS IT?

A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor's book (Irish proverb).

leep is a natural part of everybody's life, but many people know very little about how important it is, and some even try to get by with little sleep. Sleep is something our bodies need to do; it is not an option. Even though the exact reasons for sleep remain a mystery, we do know that during sleep many of the body's major organs and regulatory systems continue to work actively. Some parts of the brain actually increase their activity dramatically, and the body produces more of certain hormones.

Sleep, like diet and exercise, is important for our minds and bodies to function normally. In fact, sleep appears to be required for survival. Rats deprived of sleep die within two to three weeks, a time frame similar to death due to starvation. One thing sleep research certainly has shown, is that sleeping too little can not only inhibit your productivity and ability to remember and consolidate information, but lack of sleep can also lead to serious health consequences and jeopardize your safety and the safety of individuals around you. For example, short sleep duration is linked with: • Increased risk of motor vehicle accidents • Increase in body mass index – a greater likelihood of obesity due to an increased appetite caused by sleep deprivation • Increased risk of diabetes and heart problems • Increased risk for psychiatric conditions including depression and substance abuse • Decreased ability to pay attention, react to signals or remember new information • Fatigue and sleepiness can reduce productivity and increase the chance for mishaps such as medical errors and motor vehicle or industrial accidents Adequate sleep is necessary to: • Fight off infection • Support the metabolism of sugar to prevent diabetes • Perform well in school and at work • Work effectively and safely 28

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I’ve provided you with 5 simple steps to help improve the quality of your sleep: 1. Set a schedule – try to keep a regular, predictable sleep schedule. Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. Avoid naps, especially long ones, as they can disrupt sleep patterns. The key is consistency. 2. Make sure your environment is right for sleep – the best environment for sleep is a dark, quiet, cool room. Your bed and pillow should be comfortable. Avoid sleeping with the TV on. 3. Establish a bedtime routine – bed time rituals such as reading, having a warm bath and listening to soft music are great ways to de-stress and fall asleep easier. You can also try yoga, meditation and muscle relaxation exercises. 4. Maintain a healthy diet – we all know that our eating habits are closely related to our health. So it won't come as a surprise that maintaining a balanced diet and a healthy weight will have a positive impact on your sleep. When you eat is also important. Your main evening meal should not be within three hours of bedtime, to give your digestive system a chance to work. But don't go to bed on a completely empty stomach either. A light snack an hour or two before bed is fine. 5. Curb your caffeine intake - Caffeine is a stimulant, so called because it stimulates your nervous system, and too much of it can keep you awake. We all know that caffeine is found in coffee and tea, but you may be surprised at how many other products also contain it. Chocolate, soft drinks, headache pills and slimming pills may all contain caffeine. Check the label and avoid consuming any caffeine in the six hours before bedtime. If you want a hot drink in the evening try a decaffeinated version of your usual drink, or a mug of warm milk. The chart below provided by http://www.better-sleep-better-life. com outlines the recommended hours of sleep by age group. Newborns (0-2 months old)

12-18 hours

Infants (3-11 months old)

14-15 Hours

Toddlers (1-3 years old)l

12-14 Hours

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years old)

11-13 Hours

School-aged Children (5-10 years old)

10-11 Hours

Teens (11-17 years old)

8-9 Hours

Adults

7-9 Hours

city reviews

a taste of india

Food N Fun Indian Restaurant offers a unique dining experience, serving innovative Indian cuisine in an elegant and stylish setting, situated in the heart of Al Ain. Food N Fun provides a classic combination of indisputable knowledge, unique experience and traditional values that carry worldwide recognition. The restaurant offers a sophisticated fine dining experience with effortlessly charming staff, discrete service and tantalising food that few can compete with. That is the combination to ensure guests come back for more.

Pizza World By Abeer Allan

No, it’s not a pizza restaurant as the name implies, it’s actually a small cafeteria right next to Hardees on the corner of Khalifa Street, known for its delicious cocktails and fresh juices. “Pizza World opened in 2002” Yusri Al Sharif explains. “We sold pizzas until 2009 but then the Municipality informed us that we had to shut down the pizza side of the business because the space was too small and wasn’t suitable for a restaurant. We then turned it into a juice cocktail cafeteria that everyone has grown to love.” I asked him why they kept the original name, and didn’t change it to reflect the mixes of blended juices they were selling, “The name was already famous and people were very familiar with it so we didn’t want to change it.” They have a vast selection of juices you can choose from, plus a great range of toppings like nuts, ice-cream and fruit that you can add to make it your own! The prices are extremely reasonable and vary according to the size of drink you order. The three available sizes are: • Medium = AED10 • Large= AED13 • 1.5 L bottle = AED25 We had a taste of their best sellers, known as the ‘Royal Cocktail’, which is a mix of mangos, strawberries and ice-cream and the ‘Crystal Cocktail’, which is a combination of mango, melon and milk. Mmmmmmm, now I know what they are so famous for! So with summer heat waves striking look for cool refreshments at “Pizza World” to cool you down!

FOOD N FUN R E S T A U R A N T Discover the Art of Indian Cuisine and pamper your senses... Opp. Al Ain Palace Museum, Near Specialized Medical Care Hospital, Al Jahili, Alain Tel: 03-7554990 / E-mail: foodnfunuae@eim.ae

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Downtown Beirut

Small Harbor, Byblos Jupiter's Temple Ancient Roman Columns, Baalbek

Beirut and beyond By Marianne Makdisi

The Al-Amine Mosque in Downtown Beirut

Ski resort in the mountains of Faraya

Village in Mount Lebanon

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my world riving from Beirut airport to my in-laws’ newly renovated home in the mountains, is my first taste of the flair this captivating city is renowned for. Lebanese drivers jockey for position, edging forward into the smallest of spaces to gain an advantage. Horns blast and I wonder if some drivers might actually be leaning on them.

As we leave the hustle and bustle behind and climb up to Chemlane, our car takes on some steep mountain bends; the floor almost scraping the ground. My father-in-law leans out the window to pluck a fig from a tree, and stops to greet a neighbor in Arabic. There’s an air of relaxed friendliness. But it’s the panoramic view that steals the show. Beirut, laid out below, stretches alluringly across a relatively small headland jutting into the azure-blue, east Mediterranean sea. From above, the city looks peaceful, almost sleepy. It’s anything but, of course. On the ground, Beirut pulses with life, glamour and hedonism. Rising optimistically from the war-torn ruins of decades of fighting, Lebanon’s capital is a vibrant metropolis, inhabited by beguiling, beautiful people whose hospitality knows no bounds. You might spot a tank on the streets of Beirut, rolled out as a show of security, but these days you’re far more likely to see sports cars with their hoods down, or a Ferrari dealer just down the road from a flat bread stall. Resilient spirit: Bullet holes still stare, like unblinking eyes, and shelled-out buildings punctuate the city, but there’s a spirit of resilience that’s helped Beirut dust itself off repeatedly from periods of conflict. Once the self-proclaimed ‘Paris of the Middle East’, there’s still an outdoor cafe culture, and European architecture can be found everywhere. Hamra is full of smart boutiques and the downtown has been rebuilt, exactly as it was, with a series of elegant streets branching off from a central plaza. The National Museum of Beirut is a splendid example of a restored building and well worth visiting to soak up Beirut’s kaleidoscopic history. We browse some 1,300 artifacts, ranging in date from prehistoric times to the Ottoman, Byzantine, Roman, Hellenistic, Egyptian and Phoenician empires.

As dusk approaches, we head to the waterfront Corniche, where at sunset it’s as though the entire city is out strutting its stuff. This wide, palm-lined, seafront promenade is also a great place to enjoy an Arabic coffee and a snack from one of the vendors plying their trade to the families, couples and dressed-up young people sauntering along. After watching the sky turn pink over Pigeon Rock, it’s time to head into Hamra to sample the city’s famed, vibrant nightlife. On the early side, we have plenty of time to wander around the backstreets, then from about 10pm the streets start to swell with glamorous Beirutis, many fluent in English, French and Arabic. “Bonsoir habibi, how’s it going?” someone asks me, using all three languages in one sentence. With music blaring, and the bars and clubs overflowing, it’s easy to see why Beirut is the Middle East’s party central. Snowy peaks: Lebanon offers every type of recreation, from skiing to swimming, walking, shopping, ancient ruins, wineries and casinos. An old boast is that you can swim and ski in one day. Already warm in Beirut, I’m sceptical that we’ll see snow in late April, but lo and behold, on our ascent through 1,850 metres to the ski village of Faraya, snowy peaks suddenly come into view. The resort is closed for the season, but seeing real snow pasted onto the already-stunning scenery like icing sugar makes the winding journey worthwhile. We set about building my youngest son’s first snowman with cold, wet hands, and threw a few snowballs. Then, after watching a chic Lebanese lady and her partner climb onto a snowmobile, driven to the very edge of the snow so she wouldn’t get her bejeweled blacksuede boots wet, we give snowmobiling a whirl too. On our last day, we drive to the mouth of the Dog River, to see the inscriptions that bear witness to more than 3,000 years of Levantine history, then continue to Byblos. The picturesque port was given its name by the Greeks, who imported papyrus from the city (hence the English word Bible is derived from Byblos), and has been continuously inhabited for more than 8,000 years. Returning to Beirut that evening, the city’s jumble of history is once again evident, with a tiny Maronite chapel sitting in front of the huge Blue Mosque, and a perfectly restored Orthodox church next to a Catholic cathedral – all within yards of each other.

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Buffalo Chicken Wings INGREDIENTS: 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying | 24 chicken wings, tips removed and wings cut in half at joint | 4 tablespoons butter | 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar 5 tablespoons hot pepper sauce | salt and pepper to taste METHOD: • Heat the oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Deep fry chicken wings in oil until done, about 10 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet or deep fryer and drain on paper towels.

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Melt the butter in a large skillet; then stir in the, vinegar and hot pepper sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add cooked chicken to sauce and stir over low heat to coat. The longer the wings simmer in the sauce, the hotter they will be. Preheat oven, and place the wings under the broiler for 5-10mins for best results. Serve warm.

Mashed Potato Salad

Simple Oatmeal Cookies

METHOD: • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl. • Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Stir in onion, eggs, celery, pickles, salt, and black pepper. Mix mayonnaise, pickle juice, and mustard in a separate bowl; pour over potatoes and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

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METHOD: • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). • In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in oats and nuts until just blended. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets. Cookies should be at least 2 inches apart. • Bake for about 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool cookies on a wire rack.

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movie review White House Down is an action-thriller starring Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx and Maggie Gyllenhaal in the lead roles. The story revolves around a paramilitary group led by Emil Stenz played by Jason Clarke that takes over the White House, US Capitol Police officer John Cale (Channing Tatum), a rejected applicant of the Secret Service, is seen rescuing the President of the United States, James Sawyer played by Jamie Fox while trying to keep his daughter Emily (Joey King) out of danger. The latest movie listings are online at www.thesourceuae.com!

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review GOSSIP FROM THE FOREST Sara Maitland rather beautifully weaves together a history of forests and fairy tales in a study that actually teaches you something whilst also speculating helpfully about the originators of fairy tales themselves. It seems logical that those who told stories about forests as places where children flee, or are helped by kind woodsmen, were those who also worked there. The fear that forests engender in us is a healthy kind of fear, Maitland argues, associated with magic, wildness, and strangeness, and in arguing so, she gives back to forests a sense of their power over us as well as the allure they have for us.

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Arts and Crafts What you will need: An adult to help | 1 cup salt | 3 cups plain flour | 60ml (1 tbsp) vegetable oil | food coloring | 250ml (1 cup) water METHOD: 1) Mix all the dry ingredients and add oil. 2) Add the food coloring to water. 3) Slowly add the water until the desired consistency is reached. 4) Kneading will help to improve the texture, so let your kids get into it! NOTES: Wrap the play dough up well after your finished playing with it in a Ziploc bag (with all the air squeezed out) and then pop in an airtight plastic box. This way, it'll stay fresh for another day.

Did You Know? The left side of your body is controlled by the right side of your brain while the right side of your body is controlled by the left side of your brain.

‫الحوت األزرق أضخم وأثقل الكائنات‬ ‫الحية حيث يبلغ قلبه‬ .‫ أمتار تقريبا‬5 ‫ وطول لسانه‬،‫حجم سيارة‬

‫وصفة عجينة اللعب التي ال تحتاج إلى طهي‬ ‫ أكواب‬3 | ‫ شخص ملساعدتك | كوب من امللح‬:‫ستحتاج إىل‬ ‫من الدقيق | ملعقة كبرية من الزيت النبايت | صبغة‬ ‫طعام | كوب من املاء‬ ‫ ثم‬،‫) اخلط كل املكونات الجافة مع بعضها‬1 :‫الطريقة‬ ‫) مع املاء‬3 .‫) وصبغة الطعام إىل املاء‬2 .‫أضف الزيت‬ ‫) العجن سيساعد‬4 .‫ببطء حتى تحصل عىل القوام املناسب‬ ! ‫ لذا دع أطفالك يشاركون يف املرح‬،‫عىل تحسني امللمس‬ ،‫ غلف العجينة جيدا بعد االنتهاء من اللعب‬:‫مالحظات‬ ‫بواسطة كيس بالستييك محكم اإلغالق مع تفريغه من‬ ‫ بهذه‬.‫ وضعها بصندوق بالستييك محكم‬،‫الهواء متاما‬ .‫الطريقة ستبقى العجينة طرية للعب بها يف يوم آخر‬

Riddles

1. What can you catch but not throw?

2. What goes around the world but stays in a corner? 3. I have holes in my top and bottom, my left and right, and in the middle. But I still hold water. What am I?

‫ تراه يف الليل ثالث مرات‬.1 ‫ فام‬،‫ويف النهار مرة واحدة‬ ‫هو؟‬ ‫ ما هو البحر الذي ال‬.2 ‫ماء فيه؟‬ ‫ ممتىلء بالثقوب ومع‬.3 ‫ هل‬،‫ذلك يحتفظ باملاء‬ ‫عرفته؟‬

‫ اإلسفنج‬.3 ‫ بحر الشّ عر‬.2 )‫ حرف (ل‬.1 :‫اإلجابات‬

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Answers: 1-A Cold, 2-A Stamp, 3- A Sponge.

Barbie's full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts. Paul Winchell, the person who voiced the cartoon character Tigger in Winnie the Pooh, is the same person who designed the first artificial heart. The longest running primetime animated series is, The Simpsons, which began airing in 1987. Walt Disney, creator of Mickey Mouse, actually had a fear of mice. Donald Duck is the official mascot of the University of Oregon. 34

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‫ وثاليث األبعاد يف الرشق‬،‫مسلسل الفريج أول مسلسل كرتوين إمارايت‬ .‫األوسط‬ ‫املمثل الذي أدى صوت شخصية "ويني ذا بو" هو الشخص‬ .‫ذاته الذي صمم أول قلب صناعي‬ .‫ باربرا ميليسنت روبريتس‬:‫االسم الكامل لدمية باريب‬ ‫والت ديزين مبتكر شخصية مييك ماوس كان يخاف‬ .‫من الفرئان‬ .‫شخصية دونالد داك هو جالب الحظ الرسمي لجامعة أوريجون‬

Sourceling

Find the 10 DifferenceS

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Hi, I am Mohammed Burhan. I am 4 years old and a KG-1 student of Daffodils Nursery. I love watching cartoons and singing. I spend most of my day playing football and cricket with my friends. I love eating Mini Melts and always have them whenever I visit the mall. I don’t like to eat vegetables but I drink a lot of chocolate milk as my mum says it makes me strong. Over the weekend you can catch me playing on my latest Play Station4, drawing, and singing out loud to my mum and aunts! Parents if you have a special youngster who you think would be great for our Sourceling of the Week send in a photo and a bio of no more than 100 words to sourcelings@ thesourceuae.com.

‫" يف حضانة‬1 ‫ أدرس مبرحلة "اليك جي‬،‫ وعمري أربع سنوات‬،‫ أنا محمد برهان‬،‫مرحبا‬ ‫ أميض معظم وقتي يف لعب كرة القدم‬.‫ أحب مشاهدة أفالم الكرتون والغناء‬.‫الرنجس‬ ‫ أحب تناول بوظة "ميني ميلتس" ودوما أحصل عليها كلام‬.‫والكريكيت مع أصدقايئ‬ ‫ ولكنني أرشب الكثري من‬،‫ ال أحب تناول الخرضوات‬.‫ذهبت إىل السوق التجاري‬ ‫ خالل عطلة نهاية األسبوع‬.‫الحليب بالشوكوالته؛ ألن أمي تقول بأنه يجعلنا أقوياء‬ ‫ أرسم وأغني بصوت عال‬،Play Station4 ‫ستجدين ألعب بأحدث ألعايب اإللكرتونية‬ !‫ألمي وأقاريب‬ ‫ للعدد القادم‬The Source ‫األهل الكرام الذين يرغبون برتشيح طفلهم لعمود طفل‬ ‫ كلمة فقط إىل الربيد االلكرتوين‬100 ‫إرسال صورة وسرية ذاتية من‬ sourcelings@thesourceuae.com Y

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Bear Has a Story to Tell is an endearing story of friendship and patience. It was almost winter and Bear was getting sleepy, but first, he had a story to tell. Bear found his friend Mouse, but Mouse was busy gathering seeds and didn't have time to listen to a story. Then Bear saw his friend Duck, but Duck was getting ready to fly south. What about his friend Toad? He was busy looking for a warm place to sleep. By the time Bear was through helping his friends get ready for winter, would anyone still be awake to hear his story?

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‫كانت نغم وصديقتها رهام تساعدان الوالدة يف‬ ‫صنع الفوانيس الزاهية وامللونة لتزيني البيت‬ ‫ فجأة! انقطع‬.‫احتفاال بقدوم شهر رمضان املبارك‬ :‫التيار الكهربايئ ومن بعيد يُسمع صوت طبلة‬ ‫ثم دق الباب! ياترى من‬...‫بوم‬..‫بو‬..‫بو‬..‫بوم‬ !‫الطارق؟‬ ‫ ريم العسكري‬:‫ تغريد النجار – رسوم‬:‫قصة‬ The Source