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EDITORIAL Managing Editor Jawaher Zahran Assistant Editor Faiza Arshad

CONTRIBUTORS Research Writer Inas Inayath Fashion Contributor Noha Sindi

2020 is definitely a year to remember, with all its ups and downs. Two things which I would recall 2020 with are, Quarantine and COVID19. Those two things happening together made this year challenging, and with challenges comes learning. Indeed, everything has a bright side, so I decided to make this issue about 'The Silver Lining,' about the things we learned in the past few months. So what's my story?!

Well, I wanted to make good use of the excessive time I had at home.

Sometimes even the idea of staying home doing nothing seemed so cool to me. I tried to adapt to this changing situation and to simply chill out. To my surprise, I did not feel bored at all.

As the Chief Editor of a newsletter, I was running from place to place, event to event. 'Lockdown' was just the perfect timing for me to unwind and slow things down.

My Silver Lining Story

What YOU Said About YOU! #WHATYOUTHOUGHT

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I'm very excited to view your newsletter.

It's not like any other newsletter. Beautiful to watch it from iPad. It caught my eyes.

- Reem

What was both convenient and entertaining to me was the fact that I could reach anyone online, thanks to technology! Who's to say you cannot do some work while staying safely and cozily at your couch? So I jumped on the Insta Live Train and interviewed a bunch of people.

It's Special Your account is special, Masha Allah - Anonymous

I also tried to take care of my body by working out and feeding my mind with knowledge by taking an online course. I was also able to catch up on some reading, some of which was an Audiobook.

I think I also unleashed my creative and artistic side by creating interesting digital content like going on Tik Tok, making videos and ART.

Love it!

Your page and content totally rocks.

- Vicky Matthews

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Interestingly enough, being in a quiet environment made me notice more things that I wouldn't normally notice.

I connected with nature around me by bird watching and tending to plants in my outdoor garden.

Now I leave you to enjoy the different sections of this summer issue.

TS N E M M RS! O C OU Y N DY A E EN V A S

-Princess Nothman

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Contents 4 EVENTS FLASHBACKS

Winter At Tantora 2020 JTTX Music Festival Global Quarantine Black Lives Matter Movement UTA Digital Launch

6 FASHION FOR YOU

Six Bathing Suit Trends of Summer 2020

8 FIT FOR YOU

HIIT Workouts YOU Can Try Anywhere

10 YOU TRAVEL 5 Best Local Beaches

11 YOU FEATURE An Exclusive Feature of Nirvana Al Yousef

14 YOU REPORT

Special Report: Is Healthy Food Expensive?

15 YOU! ASKED

What Country Would YOU Like to Travel To?

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Photographed by Raghad Lubbad Dressed by Abaya: KaafMeem Top: Nature Hedonist Sandals: Cult Gaia

ISSUE # 25 Silver Lining

EVENTS FLASHBACK CALENDAR What a year 2020 has been so far! It's really a different and unforgettable time with both pleasant and unpleasant events. Let's take a look on the most prevalent and important events of the past five months.

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Winter At Tantora 2020 Festival

The annual event 'Winter At Tantora' took place earlier this year with different festivities from the preceding year.

It included festivities about art, culture, history and even music.

One of the loveliest events at Tantora was an open-air art museum organized by Desert X. On the 28th of Feb, a magical performance at the Ula Heritage Site organized by Studio drift was held in collaboration with Pace Gallery and Athr.

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JTTX is a music festival that took place from 27 of February to March 5 in Al Jawhara Stadium. The festival had two rounds of concerts including appearances of special DJ's like DJ Aseel, Cosmicat, Adham Nabulsi and others. The first round had two big superstars, Akon and Tamer Hosni.

Photo Credit by Desert X

Round 2 of JTTX Fest included Mohamed Hamaki, Tyga and Meduza. However, due to COVID19 outbreak, the second was canceled until further notice.

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Quarantined World Black Lives Matter As soon as March began and COVID19 spread everywhere, the whole world went into quarantine. Entire cities became ghost towns.

Governments imposed curfew hours, so people stayed at home. Flights were cancelled, schools were closed; the normal circle of life has stopped. As scary as that was, wonders still happened around the globe.. Ironically, people of the world became more connected virtually.

JTTX A Music Festival in Jeddah

We all witnessed changes on so many levels. The environment became less polluted while people stayed at home getting creative and busy learning new things.

Families stayed together and parents spent more quality time with their kids.

Everyone has their own silver lining to their story.

It's hard not to remember this critical event.

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The fight against racism is an ongoing struggle. However, one incident, on May 25 2020, has triggered a string of protests and opened previous cases that have been unjustly closed. .

Due to his skin color, George Floyd was strangled to death. by a policeman. Black people have felt like they are discriminated against and have gone to streets in protest of racist policemen.

'Under the Abaya' launched DigitallyÂ

Later on, a social media campaign on Instagram took place with a hashtag called #BlackOutTusday. It was about posting black squares on one day to support the movement. Celebrities, influencers, sports stars and public figures participated.

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Black Lives Matter movement has opened up a discussion on other minority groups in the hope that this discourse can bring a solid end to racism and discrimination around the world.

During the period of COVID and social distancing, UTA decided to make a digital launch of its second edition book of Saudi Street Style.

This time around, UTA partnered up with one of the important Unilever brands, Lux. Conducted through Zoom, the launch included ten influencial speakers such as Haya Sawan, Noha Sindi, Bayan linjawi, Fatima Al Banawi and Eman Shakoor among others.

The second edition book also included brand new names of celebrities and inspiring Saudi women. Not only a book for Jeddah, but there are editions for even Sharqiya and Riyadh.

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FASHION Section

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FASHION FOR YOU

Six Swimsuit Trends to Try This Summer

Belted Swimsuit

STYLIST PICKS Noha Sindi | Personal Stylist Fashion Contributor @styling_diva

HighWaisted Bottoms

Fashion trends & styles are not just in our everyday wear; some of these trends are also integrated in beach or swimwear.

I have selected some of the swimsuit trends to invest in 2020.

Ruffled Sleeves

Animal Prints

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BE FIT & WELL Section

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Mountain Climbers

Do the 'mountain climber ' exercise for 45 secs and take 10 seconds rest.

How to

1. Place your feet and palms on the floor with your face facing the floor.

2. With your legs bent, move them back and forth while reversing between left and right.

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Jump Lunges

Do the 'Jumping Lunges ' exercise for also another 45 secs and take 10 secs rest.

How to

1. Do a normal lunge which is bending one knee forward while bending the other leg backwards.

2. Next, jump and land by doing a lunge in a reversed position.

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PushUps

Do it for 45 secs and rest for 10 seconds.

How to

1. Place all your feet and palms on the floor. Stretch your arm away from your shoulders .

2. Bring your body closer to the floor without touching it . Then, move it back up and repeat.

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High Knees

Do it for another 45 secs and rest for 10 secs.

How to

1. A 'high knee' workout is similar to the marching of soldiers. Make yourself in a stance posture.

2. Bend one knee frontwards then reverse between left and right.

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Jump Squat

Do it for 45 secs and rest for 10 seconds.

How to

1. With your chest high and back straight, widen your legs while bending your knees. Put your arms forward for balance.

2. Go as low as you can while sticking your butt out. Jump then squat again.

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Plank Jacks

This is a good core and cardio exercise.

Do it for 45 secs and rest for 10 seconds.

How to

1. Position yourself in a plank by straightening your body with your toes and palms on the floor. Keep your arms straight to the floor.

2. In a jump, move your legs wider then bring back to first position.

Butt Kick

This is a great cardio exercise that also boosts your muscles. Do it for 45 secs and rest for 10 seconds.

How to

1. Take yourself up in a stance and bend your knees backwards.

2. Next, starts kicking while reversing between kicks. Choose your own pace.

Burpees

This is a great full-body workout that boosts your fitness level. Do it for 45 secs and rest for 10 seconds.

HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training.

The benefit of this type of exercise is to let you burn more calories while toning and strengthening your muscles.

Whether you are practicing at the gym or at the comfort of your home, YOU has chosen the following moves to be your guide for 20 mins.

Each workout is for 45 secs with 10 secs rest in between exercises. Do two rounds.

How to

1. Make yourself in a squat and bring your hands to the floor then kick your legs back with a push-up.

2. Next, jump again with your hands over your head like a frog and go down to first position and repeat.

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Jumping Jacks

A jumping jack is the best warm-up and classical cardio exercise. Do for 45 secs then 10 secs rest.

How to

1. In a standing position, widen your arms and legs at the same time while making jumps.

2. Keep going back and forth until you finish the reps.

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Plank Walk

Plank Walk is a good core exercise. Do 45 secs and rest for 10 secs.

How to

1. In a plank position, elevate one arm at a time without moving your body.

2. Next, reverse and elevate the other arm and repeat.

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TRAVEL S ection

EXOTIC TRIPS FOR YOU

Farasan Al Kabir

Photo Credit by Expatica

Farasan Al Kabir is one of the loveliest beaches in SA. It is located at Farasan island, North of the kingdom. Farasan Al Kabir is a paradise of white-sand coast and crystal-clear waters, filled with coral reefs, tropical islands and mangrove forests. The place is a perfect choice for divers, boaters and swimmers, too.

Best 5 Beaches in Saudi Arabia Since it is summer season and international travel is still banned, many locals are hitting the beaches.

Let's find out about the best local Saudi beaches while enriching the spirit of domestic tourism.

Umluj Beach

Half Moon Bay is located in the Eastern region near Khobar City. This place has been a recreational place for for 80 years. This bay is good for sailing, fishing and especially scuba diving.

Uqair Beach

Photo Credit by Flickr

Uqair beach is located at al Hofuf, in the Eastern region.

Uqair used to be an ancient fort and the first seaport on the Arabian Gulf. It is a good beach day outing for families who can also enjoy visiting the preserved historical fort.

Shipwreck Beach

Half Moon Bay

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Photo Credit by Blue Abaya

Umluj Beach is named the 'Maldives of Saudi Arabia,' located at Tabuk region.

There are 104 little islands with azure waters and idyllic white sands. Not just enjoying breathtaking views, but you can do fun activities there, too, whether underwater or offshore. They could be like island hopping, bird watching or even stargazing at night, who knows?

Haql Shipwreck Beach is located 50 km South of Haql city in Tabuk province on Gulf of Aqaba. It is sometimes referred to "Al Bakhera Site'' or ''Ras Al Mashee." The area is totally deserted with nothing but turquoise water and a blue sky to have it all to yourself. What makes the place even more interesting is having a shipwrecked vessel of Greek origin in the middle of the reef. The place is considered perfect for a field trip.

Nirvana Al Yousaf Not Your Average Blogger

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irvana Abdul is a young and passionate Saudi influencer who was able to shine amidst the storm ofhuge emerging bloggers. tornado of In addition emergingto her restless fashion & lifestyle blogging career, she is also a mother of three. Yup, three! Who says motherhood is easy? Yet, she is not your average blogger.

She likes wearing African turbans and have feels for mother earth. YOU Newsletter had the pleasure to interview her.

YOU: When did you start blogging?

I started a blog in 2018. I shared a lot about my style and travel before I opened my instagram account. Then later, I started my Instagram account and started sharing my outfits, lifestyle and diaries.

YOU: Did you always want to be one?

Not that exactly! My passion for fashion started when I was a little kid.

I wanted to be a model then I studied fashion design. I learned how to sew and everything, but I eventually found myself more as a blogger. It's a space where everyone can share and learn.

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I wanted to be a model...but eventually I found myself more as a blogger.

YOU: How have you decided to use turbans in your fashion blogging career?

Wearing Turbans was a pure coincidence.

YOU: You recently exposed your hair on Instagram, which is a big clue you’re not a Hijabi, would you wear it less in the future?

It was a pure coincidence. I was shooting an ad in 2018, and that was when I met Sara Al Sayed who is a turbanista too. I asked her how to do it. She taught me how and surprisingly I loved how I look in it, and since that day, turban has been my signature look. look.

I will keep on wearing turbans. As I said I love how I look in turbans, and it’s my signature look.

YOU: As a Turbanisha, Turbans are considered your signature style, so how do you style your turbans?

Sustainable fashion is fashion that doesn’t hurt the planet, people or animals. They are many responsible practices (the whole process of production) and having conscious consumers. Slow fashion that is based on better ecological system and social justice.

I love love love my turban look, and I do them with the regular scarfs (‫)ﻃﺮﺣﺔ‬.

YOU: You also advocate for sustainable fashion, so how you define sustainable fashion?

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YOU: In your opinion, what is the impact of sustainable fashion on the Globe?

I think this movement started to expand and its effect around the globe is noticeable. The number of conscious consumers is increasing. People want to do something. They want to be part of the change. They demand a change in the fashion industry. Fashion is considered to be the second biggest pollutant in the world. It’s responsible for 10% of carbon footprint yearly. It is responsible for deforestation and many more. That means the change is essential here to reduce water and carbon footprint, and as a result, more clean air, oceans, balanced ecosystem and better future for our kids.

YOU: How can we, as consumers, differentiate these items in stores?

As they say, 'knowledge is power.'

Knowing what are the safer fabrics for the planet could be the first step.

Natural is better. Sustainable brands don’t do mass production. Sustainable brands design with zero waste in mind, so even the packaging is made of ecofriendly/sustainable materials. There are some certification to check, as well.

YOU: You founded 'The Responders', so can you tell us a little more about it?

The Responders was a small project. I wanted to start in 2017, but I got busy with work and kids. Discovering what I want to do this year, I planned to start it.

It’s about the small change that I very much believe in making a huge impact towards a better planet.They are small tips and information - things that all of us can easily do and be part of eventually.There’s no planet B, so we need to do something as small as sharing the knowledge we have .

YOU: Like many entrepreneurial mothers and a mother of three, how do you balance your time?

Fashion is considered to be the second biggest pollutant in the world.

I will be very very honest when it comes to balancing time between what I want to do and as a mother.It’s not easy. It’s actually very difficult and stressful. For the meantime, I’m dedicating most of the time for the family especially my kids are still little. I manage to create time for myself before they wake up, and when they’re sleeping, always hoping for an hour or two here and there in the middle of the day, haha.

YOU: This issue is about Silver Linings, the positive things that came out of lockdown and learned from COVID19. What’s your silver lining?

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Name a local brand that you like so much!

dancing .............

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Name someone that inspires you!

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Your Number #1 idol in Fashion.

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Your Favorite HighEnd international Brand.

Reda (My husband)

I don’t have one in particular.. I do get inspired by a lot of (things) and people. it’s a continuous process .. based on age, time and events. we learn and grow so our point of view towards what idol is changes, too.

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Does Healthy Food Cost YOU More?

A Report by Inas Inayath

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umerous studies conducted in the west have suggested that there is no correlation between healthy food and its high cost. Yet, many studies have acknowledged that have acknowledged that there is indeed is indeed a a clear linkthere between the two.

One of the most prominent examples of this is a study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health in 2013 which found that diet (rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and nuts) costs about $1.50 more per day per person than eating an unhealthy diet (the kind full of processed foods and refined grains). It sounds like pocket change, but that's an extra $2,200 per year for a family of four.

Let's dive deeper to understand what is classified as 'healthy food.' According to The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines, the main elements of a nutritious intake are whole grains, a medley of vegetables and fruits, fat-free or low-fat dairy (e.g. milk, yoghurt, and cheese), a mixture of proteins (e.g. seafood, lean meats, eggs, and legumes) and Oils.

Additionally, we independently studied a couple of local supermarkets to examine if there is any truth to the statement. In Store A - the consumer's favourite pasta brand costs around 4.95 riyals whereas organic pasta ranged from 18 Saudi riyals to 38 Saudi riyals. In Store B, fresh eggs are approximately 15.25 Saudi riyals whereas organic eggs were recorded to be 40 Saudi riyals. YOU also conducted a social media poll to find out if people actually witnessed that healthy food is pricier than the unhealthy options. Needless to say, 82% of the people answered with 'yes' while only 18% said 'No.'

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says healthy food is NOT expensive Nonetheless, it can be argued that there is a vast difference between the quality of the product. Still, this argument fails when taking into account that few people do prefer budget-friendly options.

As the study conducted by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition titled 'Does social class predict diet quality?' Suggests that in developed countries, more wellto-do and professional individuals manage to consume higher-quality diets, including more fruits and vegetables, fish and whole grains.

On the contrary, socioeconomicallydisadvantaged individuals have reported diets that were nutrient-poor and energy-dense, replete with foods like pasta, potatoes, table sugar, fried food and processed meats. They are less likely to have food-purchasing habits that conform to the public health recommendations.

An unhealthy meal is less costly per day compared to a portion of healthy food.

The main question that arises is: Why do people sometimes prefer buying cheap alternatives rather than healthy options? According to a thorough analysis of 27 studies in 10 countries, it was discovered that an unhealthy meal is about $1.50 less costly per day compared to a portion of healthy food.

If we take into account supporting a large family, it costs less to buy from the cheaper sections or purchase affordable premade options. The other reasons documented are that those who might have difficulty with cooking prefer easy microwavable meals over other options - which are considered less healthier and also much cheaper.

Since the vast majority of people would be middle-class, this will result in choosing unhealthy alternatives over the others. This fact also leads to many complications and health issues such as obesity.

However, can we still eat healthily on a budget? Here are some tips on how to do so if we take into account the present prices.

5 Tips to Eat Healthily on a Budget Plan Ahead - Make sure to plan your meals, and stick to a grocery list and stay away from processed food.

Cook at Home - Although some might find it difficult to cook at home, whatever you manage to create at home will be much healthier than what you find outside.

Don’t Shop when Hungry When you go shopping on a hungry stomach, you tend to buy more unhealthy food compared to when you go on a full stomach.

Buy Wholefoods - For example, buying freshly sliced cheese might be cheaper than buying processed cheese.

Shop for Produce That's in Season - Regional product in season is frequently more economical. It is also usually at its zenith in both nutrients and flavour.

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YOU ASKED

Q: What Country Would YOU Like to Travel To ?

Each one of YOU has their own preference when it comes to traveling choices - especially the countries YOU would like to travel to. YOU asked their followers about their choices, and they were all over the globe.

Los Angeles Italy

Amsterdam USA

- Reem

@cfiles_me

Jordan

Spain @vickymatt @vickymatt

I've always wanted to visit Jordan. I've always had a soft corner for Middle East Countries, especially since I was brought up in one.

I've read a lot about Petra, Shobak, Wadi Rum...so definitely would want to experience the place personally as well for once in a lifetime opportunity.

@munaatherali

Uzbekistan @Nora_Albadawi

Turkey @sarahabib81

India @jawahir.alfaiz

Every cloud has a silver lining. The edge of light that shines brightest, holds a silver of hope for a bright today & an even better tomorrow.

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