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Ever since we started CityPages in Kuwait, three years ago, we remain committed to our readers and we are aligned to local publishing rules, laws and regulations. This April month we are happy to celebrate our 40th issue. This is a great milestone for us. As always, we appreciate your readership and welcome any kind of feedback. We depend on our readers for improvements. We also couldn’t have gotten this far without the contribution of many writers and I would like to thank each and everyone of them, as well as the people on the CityPages team for their hard work and endless enthusiasm to make CityPages grow and reach as many people as possible.
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Our April issue brings some heartwarming stories as well great information to lead a healthier life. CityPages has a special article to commemorate World Health Day and World Autism Awareness Month. We talked to Dr. Samira Al-Saad, chairman and founder of the Kuwait Center for Autism.
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We also bring you an interview with Dr. Adel Quttainah, Kuwait’s best known cosmetic surgeon. Mr. Mohammad Al-Najdi talks about his role as chairman of Posta Plus and Student Center.
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We had a thrilling interview with Faris F. Al-Obaid, who as he got challenges to learn a fourth language, chose a lioness. Thanks to Abdalla Al-Muzaini, we were able to arrange and bring in a lioness and released it.
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Our Diva, who’s on the lookout of new places to spoil oneself, went to the opening of the Cavalli Caffé at the Grand Avenue.
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Our Fashion Director, Noor Khraibut, always amazes everyone, including me with her ideas. This month’s photo shoot, with Hajer Al-Awadhi help, was inside a co-op. I am sure you will love the outcome on our Fashionista of the Month section.
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For our young readers, Fantasy World brings you a new challenge. Don’t forget to see page 120, participate and avail your chance to win exciting prizes.
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HEALTH 31. Protecting the Eye 32. Autism - Early Identification can change lives.
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My Dear friends and readers,
Hello loyal CityPages readers,
April is the Health and Autism awareness month. We all have to take
April has been a busy month for many of us who hold their primary jobs in the private sector, and I am one of those people who wish that this could one day be my one and only passion. However, someone has to pay the bills, and so I have been running myself ragged trying to keep up. I think perhaps a full check up is in order to make sure that my body can keep up with my mind. Health is probably the only thing that truly matters and keeping bodies and minds free of stress and illness is a big and sole responsibility. We are the masters of our own vessels, so keeping fit, eating healthy and avoiding stress are all great proactive ways to reduce the risk of some of the most common ailments which plague us modern day human beings. We are also highlighting World Autism Day in this issue because we know how hard it can be for the parents of children born with this unexplained auto-immune disorder to raise and care for their children, hence anything we at CityPages can do to raise more awareness regarding this affliction we are happy to do. Read the special interview with Dr. Samira Al Saad the Founder and Director of the Kuwait Center for Autism, and find out what this wonderful woman (who is also a Board Member of the World Autism Organization) is doing for this cause here in Kuwait. On a lighter note Dr. Adel Quttainah tells us what the psychological benefits of Plastic Surgery can do for someone. I believe a person should look after their bodies from the inside out, which I refer to as “upkeep.” He is the right person to see for addressing issues relating to the issues of the vain kind. Last but not least, I have to say my interview with Jewelry designer Lulwa Al-Terkait was a fun and engaging one, featuring lots of laughter and ‘girl power’ information sharing, and I must say she is quite the firecracker. Plus, her jewelry is to die for. I thank her for taking the time out of her busy schedule to have coffee with me. That reminds me, I’ve got to call her to ask her about those earrings. I wish everyone a superb month ahead, have fun, laugh, live and don’t forget to schedule time with your doctor for that annual health tune up!
actions or make a difference during this month toward our health issues. It is also very important to keep up with the medical news that affects our health and well-being. That’s why CityPages partners with the best of the best in the Medical field and I personally would love to send my personal thanks and appreciation to our medical partners: Asnan Tower, Asnan Kids, Yiaco Apollo Medical Center, Beverly Hills Medical Center, The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, and International Optique Co. Our medical experts will keep you in closer touch with everything that’s happening right now in the ever changing field of medicine and will answer all your questions and you will know more about their services and their specialized doctors. CityPages will give you and your family the access to the best specialist in Kuwait in Dentistry, Dermatology, Eye care, Nutrition and many other health concerns. We will always take care of you and will keep looking for the best to serve you. At the end I really wish everybody the healthiest life ever. Don’t stress yourself and enjoy reading your CityPages!
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Far is F. Al-Obaid
Leadership has always been a key quality for Faris, which he came to realize with over 7 years of International experience, having worked in some of the most prestigious institutions, such as the British Parliament and the White House. Born in Paris, France, Faris pursued his education in Bachelor of Arts, from the American University of Paris in International Communications, with an emphasis on integrated marketing communications. He also minored in International Business Administration and Political Communications, graduating with honors: Magna Cum Laude. He, subsequently, pursued a Master of Arts from the American University of Paris in Global Communications graduated: Cum Laude. After residing in Paris for more than 13 years, Faris mastered language proficiency in the Arabic, French, and English language and continues to excel. As part of Community Service to Kuwait, Faris has been an active member of Lothan Youth Achievement Center since 1998. Being Ambassador to the European region, providing unique opportunities for youth to enhance their careers, encouraging youth to contribute to their own communities even from a distance and involving youth in expanding LOYAC’s operations and service have been some of the major areas of LOYAC’s focus. With passion and interest in the British Political System, an Internship Program at the British Parliament gave him an opportunity to carry out general office administration and an opportunity to attend meetings and events in the Parliament, in addition to the high level meetings, he got the opportunity to personally meet British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Gordon Brown, and Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott. During the school days at the American School of Kuwait, at the age of 17, he had to nominate 10 students from ASK for the Young Adventure Program at BP, U.A.E which granted Faris an overall responsibility for 22 students, lecturing on leadership skills, team work, organizing activities, developing an environmental initiative for private schools. Besides having had the opportunity to work with Young Adventure Program at BP, U.A.E, Faris also had the privilege of attending an International Leadership Program at WYSE International which is a UN affiliated program for leadership in Italy. He was also the president of the Youth Program at Injaz, in charge of “A2Development Project.” In addition, Faris also worked as a Research Officer at the American Arab Anti-Discrimination Center (ADC) in Washington DC, which included performing research on different issues for congress meetings, working on developmental plans and actively participating in all high level meetings including FBI, Homeland Security, US Congress and Department of Justice. Faris enjoys networking with people from diverse backgrounds with different cultures and personalities, bridging different cultures, relating to people and public speaking. International Business, Politics, International Affairs, Social Networking and Sports have always been his areas of interest. In his free time he loves to travel, read, dive and anything that includes beach activities!
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Recently Faris has been nominated by the World Banking Institute (WBI) in Washington D.C, to attend a high level leadership course in "Frontiers in Development policy" in partnership with the World Renowned Korean Development Institute (KDI School) - "It's the Harvard of development schools", he said. It's basically a cutting edge leadership course with a holistic approach and practical focus for senior government officials. Al-Obaid will be the first from Kuwait and the Middle East to attend such a course and most likely the youngest and will be heading there next week!
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Scenario: With Faris mastering three languages; he comes to discover that he’s got a fourth hidden language, which is the language of animals. Now he has the ability to understand, and talk to different animals using their own language! Being the diplomatic and social person that you are, tell us how would you use this talented gift in your everyday life?
Photographer: Ahmed Emad
"I would start by interacting with all the animals and really try to understand their purpose in this world, understand their needs and wants and try to align them with ours. I would try to create an equal world where they would be treated with love and respect, where they could contribute positively to the growth of humanity with a voice. I would also want to understand, learn and grow from them I believe there are a lot of wisdom, survival skills and courage to gain from animals in our world, each one with their unique piece of insight."
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Special thanks from Abdalla Al-Muzaini to the people who made it all happen: Alaa Al-Bustan & Family / Marouf Al-Marouf / Mohammed Torki / Tarek Al Eryan
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Just Falafel ‘One Million Fund’ for Education One Million Facebook ‘Likes’ Spur Region’s Fast-Growing Quick Service Restaurant to Create Charitable Initiative
«جست فالفل» تطلق املبادرة اخليرية «صندوق املليون» لدعم التعليم سلسلة مطاعم الوجبات السريعة املميزة تطلق مبادرة خيرية بعد وصول عدد املُعجبني بصفحتها على «فيسبوك» إلى مليون شخص أعلنت سلسلة مطاعم «جست فالفل» ،العالمة التجارية العاملية املميزة التي انطلقت من منطقة الشرق األوسط ،عن إطالق املبادرة اخليرية «صندوق املليون» التي تهدف إلى دعم التعليم على املستوى اإلقليمي والدولي ،وتأتي هذه املبادرة مبناسبة وصول عدد املُعجبني بالصفحة اخلاصة بالشركة على موقع دعم الصندوق التواصل االجتماعي «فيسبوك» إلى مليون شخص ،وأعلنت «جست فالفل» أنها ستواصل َ أسسته بقيمة مليون درهم عبر تقدمي درهم واحد عن ِّ كل معجب جديد في صفحتها على موقع الذي َّ متخصصة بتقييم طلبات الراغبني باالستفادة من دعم جلنة وستقوم «فيسبوك»، االجتماعي التواصل ِّ الصندوق الختيار أكثرها استحقاقاً. نحت حقَّ االمتياز الفتتاح أكثر من 650فرعا ً في دول مجلس التعاون وبالد الشام وشمال أفريقيا وبع َد أن َم َ وتركيا واململكة املتحدة وأستراليا ،تسير سلسلة مطاعم «جست فالفل» ،بخطى واثقة راسخة لتكون في مقدمة العالمات التجارية األسرع منوا ً في منطقة الشرق األوسط ،وهي عازم ٌة على استخدام شهرتها وموثوقيتها في موقع التواصل «فيسبوك» إلبراز أهمية التعليم في الدولة التي انطلقت منها وكذلك ستتوسع تباعا ً نحوها. في كافة األسواق التي تعمل اليوم بها وتلك التي َّ املؤسس واملدير العام لسلسلة مطاعم «جست فالفل»" :لم تكن جست وقال محمد بيطار ،الشريك ِّ فالفل لتحقِّق هذا االنتشار الواسع والسريع لوال ثقة عمالئها بها من مختلف األعمار ،فعشقهم للفالفل الذي نق ِّدمه لهم بنكهاته وطرقه اخملتلفة جعلهم يحرصون على التواصل الدائم معا ً عبر َم ْو ِق َعني من أهم مواقع التواصل هما فيسبوك وتويتر .وميثل «صندوق املليون» امتدادا ً اللتزامنا الثابت إزاء التعليم ِّ ُ لنسهم من خالل متكني املشتركني اجل ُدد من التعبير عن إعجابهم بنا عبر صفحتنا على موقع فيسبوك َ بدورنا بدرهم واحد مقابل ّ كل معجب جديد في دعم «صندوق املليون»". وتابع بيطار قائالً" :ال يختلف اثنان على الدور الهام للتعليم في التنمية البشرية ،ال مبنطقة الشرق األوسط التي انطلقت منها جست فالفل ،بل في كافة األسواق التي نعمل بها اليوم وسنعمل بها في َّ سنتمكن من حتقيق طموحات وتطلُّعات الكثيرين في احلصول على املستقبل .ومن خالل «صندوق املليون» التعليم األنسب". وستنظ ُر جلنة الطلبات املنبثقة عن سلسلة مطاعم «جست فالفل» في كافة طلبات الراغبني باالستفادة من «صندوق املليون» وميكن إرسال الطلبات عبر اإلمييل.educationfund@justfalafel.com :
Just Falafel, the Middle East’s home-grown quick service ’restaurant brand, is celebrating its one millionth Facebook ‘like by creating the ‘One Million Fund’ – an initiative to support education across the region and internationally. With each new Facebook ‘like’ received, Just Falafel will contribute one dirham to an existing seed fund of AED 1 million, which will be administered to deserving students whose applications are reviewed by a committee. With more than 650 franchise locations sold across the GCC, Levant, North Africa, Turkey, the United Kingdom and Australia, Just Falafel is on track to become one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing brands, and wants to use its social media muscle to highlight the critical need for education in its home and expansion markets. ’“Just Falafel’s success owes a great deal to the ‘grassroots support we have received from fans of all ages, who not only love our food, but who have built a relationship with us through Facebook and Twitter. The ‘One Million Fund’ expands on Just Falafel’s existing commitment to education by enabling new Facebook fans to ‘like’ us and increase the size of our fund exponentially,” said Mohamad Bitar, Founder & Managing Director, Just Falafel. “Education is a critical enabler of success, not only in our home market of the Middle East, but in all of the countries where Just Falafel is expanding, and through the ‘One Million Fund,’ we will celebrate and reward the educational aspirations of our supporters,” Bitar added. Applicants for Just Falafel’s new ‘One Million Fund’ can apply for consideration by the application committee through emailing educationfund@justfalafel.com. www.citypageskuwait.com
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Posta Plus & The Student Center, innovations in courier services and digital printing Mohammad Al Najdi, the man in charge to maintain these two concepts, talks about the early starts of both services, the challenges, achievements and future projects to keep Kuwait’s services growing and expanding into other countries.
What was the concept behind the opening of Posta Plus? The concept behind the opening of Posta Plus was to be able develop the mailing services in Kuwait at par with its international counterpart. To penetrate the international market to give way for the private sector to shine in the mailing services field. What was the concept behind the opening of The Student Center? The idea of “One Shop, One Stop” was the concept behind the opening of the The Student Center without comprising the high quality of printing services. How the idea about these services came to your mind? The idea came to mind when I saw the growing demand for the services we are offering and drew the concept for The Student Center from there. Posta Plus started in 2005 and I joined with them in 2007 as Deputy CEO. Its founder and board created the concept for the company and with proper business strategy, I am here to continue what they have started.
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No fears – I am a very optimistic person always willing to accept challenges and failures that come my way.
to mention that right now we are very proud to have become a common name in the market in terms of digital printing and courier services.
How long did these projects take from concept to reality?
What made these two projects a success?
What were the fears about the project?
For the Student Center, three months while for Posta Plus it took six months. What were the motivational elements about these projects? My dedication for work is the most important motivational element for any project I do. Any difficulties that you faced at the start? Any business is not immune to difficulties at the start. Initially the bureaucracy made it difficult for all the paper works that needed to be done like the clearances, permits and all.
I think proper strategy, good execution and being true to what we say we are for the quality of services we give to our customers, coupled with our people’s dedication made these projects a success. My way of monitoring the daily business or everyday activities helped a lot in to realize our success today. What are you feelings as the Chairman of this company? I am very proud of the company and my people for what we have achieved today, to see how the company started as a very small business and attain the large success now. How has the company grown since its beginning and what are your future plans?
How was the instant response from the market?
With the continuous yearly growth, the company has no other direction but UP.
Boasting aside, it was great right from our first day not
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MOHAMMAD AL NAJDI Chairman Posta Plus and The Student Center
GCC area, Middle East, Indian Sub-continent, the Far East and United States.
What lessons did you learn on your way to becoming a Chairman? The most important lesson I learned and constantly bear to mind is that nothing is impossible. You can always achieve your goals and targets by trusting God and maintaining your good work ethics, dedication and loyalty.
You message for CityPages Readers? I advise them to use Posta Plus and The Student Center services to experience and be a living proof to the kind of quality services we offer. April 2013
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Spring Clean Your Life! It's that time of year again, when the flowers are blooming, the sun is shining beautifully and winter is almost over (or in Kuwait’s case; definitely over!). Spring brings with it the promise of new life and a fresh start not just for nature but also to our own lives. So let’s jump on the bandwagon and spring clean our lives!
Great! Now you have the intention, but your not sure where or how to start. As usual I am here to help with a new list! Here are my tips of how to spring clean your life: 1. Manage your time better: We all waste time each week doing things we don’t really want to do. Write out a diary of how you spend your week. Once this time is in front of you, you can judge what you can cut out of your life and make room for new activities. After this is done you will have room to change your life and move it in a new direction. 2. Modify your diet: Now is the time for healthy living and changing the unhealthy lifestyle you may have lived in the past! Eating healthy, wholesome food will improve how you feel about yourself and give you extra confidence. Here are some tips: • Choose unprocessed food. • Instead of buying ready meals or eating out, why not try cooking a wonderful meal at home?
• Reduce your sugar intake. You can start by cutting out fizzy drinks and stop adding sugar into your coffee or tea. • Try to fit five pieces of fruits and vegetables into your diet every day. 3. Clear your home: "It's important to make your space beautiful," says Brazilian healer Antonia Ruhl. "Plant things in the garden, bring flowers into the home and light some candles. Steam clean your house – wash your curtains and your walls and clear out your cupboards." Household mess can contribute greatly to stress in our lives so get cleaning and watch your stress level go down!
if you try some new habits, if you work your mind muscles and your organizational skills in a different way, you will find that you will create the life that you truly want, not just the one that you end up with. 5. And last, enjoy the person you are. If you don’t like yourself, find out why, and start working on becoming a person you do enjoy and that others will enjoy too. The returns will be worth it. Now you have the tools, go ahead and use them, or make your own list and tips! Whatever you do, enjoy spring and happy new beginnings!
4. Open the windows of your mind: Just like opening the windows of our home brings in fresh air, so will opening the windows of our minds! Open up to new ideas and a fresh perspective on living a happier, better, easier life. Change takes action and the first step is to change the way you think and envision life. If you open your mind to different ways of doing things,
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والغريب في املوضوع أن هذه الهالة ليس لها تأثير على أنفسنا فقط بل أيضا على األخرين . هناك الكثير من الدراسات التي أثبت من خاللها أن هذه الهالة عباره عن طاقة كهرومغناطيسية ،وأن الهالة موجوده وكمثال دقيق واثبات علمي على هذا عندما قام أحد العلماء بتصوير ورقة شجر بكاميره مخصصه بعد قطع جزء من الورقة ،وتبني بالصورة أن الورقة كاملة حتى بعد قطع اجلزء ،وهناك جتربه أخرى قامت بها واحده من املهتمني في هذا اجملال حيث قامت برؤية هالة ورقة النبات وكان لونها أزرق فاحت ،وعندما قامت بقطع جزء من الورقة تغيرت هالة الورقة كلها إلى اللون العنابي أو األحمر الدموي ،مبينا ً مكان اجلزء املقطوع وكأنه لم يقطع ،ولرمبا هذه االمثله وغيرها تؤكد على أن الطاقة الكونية والطاقة التي حول الكائنات احلية ( الهالة ) هي حقيقة كما أشارت إليها الكثير من احلضارات قبل أن تكتشف بالعلم والتكنولوجيا احلديثة.
ماذا نفعل !.. ال أريد اخلوض بتفاصيل علمية كثيره حول الطاقه ولكن كل ما أردته هو أن اوضح بشكل مبسط بعض األمور املتعلقة بالطاقه وما يخصنا حتديدا هو( الهالة ) وكيف نحافظ عليها ونقويها وكيف من خالل هذه الهالة أن نغير الكثير من األمور ونحسن من طبيعة حياتنا بأشياء بسيطة . لو اعتبرنا هذه الهالة عباره عن تلك الستارة التي نحجب بها أشعة الشمس ،فعندما نتركها ونهملها طبيعيا مع مرور الوقت يعلق بهذه الستارة الكثير من االشياء وابسطها االتربة واالوساخ ورمبا هناك امور اخرى ضارة ال نراها بالعني اجملردة ،قد تظهر من خالل التراكمات املستمره فيتضح لنا بعد مرور الوقت أنها بحاجه إلى تنظيف ليعود لها رونقها . هكذا هي الهالة التي حتيط بنا ،إذا لم نهتم بها فقد يعلق بها الكثير من االوساخ وامللوثات اخلارجية تفقد الهالة قوتها مع مرور الوقت ،وهذه امللوثات مختلفه وعديده تتلخص فيما يلي ( :أعمال وأفعال سيئة -هواء غير صحي – أغذية صناعيه – أفكار سلبية – أماكن مغلقه – أشخاص يحملون هاالت ملوثه -استخدام مواد كيميائية) والكثير من امللوثات اخلارجية األخرى والداخليه تنعكس وتؤثر بالهالة . لذلك علينا باستمرار احملافظة على نظافة هذه الهالة ،ولسالمة الهالة واملساعدة في بقائها قويه هذا ال يكون إال بعدة خطوات وطرق ،وهذه اخلطوات بسيطة وسهلة. نبدئها أوال من الداخل :أن تكون عقيدتنا سليمة ونتقربإلى اهلل من خالل العبادات واحلفاظ على األذكار ،ثم نتوجه ألفكارنا وجنعلها إيجابية باستمرار ،وأن نطهر القلب من الكراهية ومن أي انفعاالت عدوانية ونحاول باستمرار أن منأل قلوبنا بالسالم ،بعد ذلك ننظر لنوعية األغذيه ونحاول جاهدا االبتعاد قدر املستطاع عن االغذية املصنعة ،ونقلل ونلغي دخول املواد الضاره للجسد . بعد ذلك ننظر للجانب اخلارجي :ويكون ذلك من خالل احلفاظ على النظافة العامة للجسد والطهاره ،وجتنب االماكن امللوثه واملغلقة ،زيارة البحر باستمرار فله القدره على تفتيت الطاقة السلبية خصوصا عند مالمسة ماء البحر للجسد ،حيث أن للملح خاصية عجيبه في تكسير الطاقة السلبية ،إضافة إلى ذلك زيارة األماكن املفتوحه املليئة بالنباتات
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واألزهار واألشجار ،ايضا ممارسة الرياضه وجلسات التأمل واالسترخاء ،كما أننا هنا نركز على أهمية العبادات الصالة واألذكار وقراءة القرآن ودورها في تعزيز الطاقة وتقوية الهالة ،إضافة إلى ذلك مهم جدا سالمة املكان الذي نعيش فيه واحلفاظ على نظافته وطهارته باستمرار .
هكذا نؤثر باألخرين .. من املمكن أن يشعر الناس بطبيعة طاقتك أو ذبذبتها سواء سلبية أو إيجابية وسوف يكون لهم رد فعل جتاهك ،فإذا كانت طاقتك إيجابية سوف يشعر الناس بالراحة نحوك ،ألن طاقتك جتعلهم يشعرون بشعور جيد ،أما إذا كانت طاقتك سلبية فمن البديهي أن جتد الناس يتحاشونك ويشعرون بعدم الراحة لرفقتك. لذلك علينا أن نعي ألنفسنا وماذا ميكن أن جنذب من أشياء سلبية دون أن نقصد ،فقانون اجلذب مرتبط ارتباط كبير مبفهوم الطاقة ،لذلك عندما نفكر بأشياء سلبية نحن بذلك نعطي أمر جلذب األشياء السلبية إلى أنفسنا وعندما نفكر بشكل ايجابي جند كل ما هو جميل من حولنا . لذلك أقول للجميع عندما حتزن ال جتعل هذا احلزن يستمر معك كثيرا ،وعندما تنزعج الجتعل هذا االنزعاج يرافقك كثيرا ،حاول أن تتخلص من تلك املشاعر واالنفعاالت السلبية في أقرب فرصه وعود نفسك أن تكون متفائل ومبتسم وعود نفسك على أن تكون ايجابي ،فكل ما يحدث من حولنا هو ناجت عن اهتزاز وتذبب طاقتنا.
وللتوضيح أكثر أضع لكم هذا املثال :
إذا كنت تشعر بشعور سلبي جدا ً وتشعر بالكآبة لفترة معينة ،فإنك سوف جتذب طاقة سلبية شبيهة لهذا الشعور في حياتك وذلك ألنك عندما تفكر بأي تفكير فإنك سوف جتذبه إليك وتؤكده في حياتك،وعندما تنجذب الطاقة السلبية حلياتك فمن املمكن أن تشعر بأنك منهك القوى أو كسول ،كما أنها قد تسبب لك العديد من املشاكل التي تثقل كاهلك فيما بعد ..والعكس صحيح ،فعندما تشعر بشعور إيجابي ..سعادة فرح سرور ،أو تكون سعيدا ً جدا ً في داخل نفسك ،فسوف تندهش لألشياء الرائعة التي سوف حتدث لك حيث أن نفس هذه الطاقة اإليجابية سوف تنعكس عليك وبشكل مضاعف.
التطبيق معهم .. إلى أن ألقاكم في العدد القادم أمتنى أن يكون هذا التمرين صفة دائما في حياتكم ،كلما واجهتك أي فكره سلبيه حاول أن تتركها وتفكر بشيء إيجابي ،كلما واجهت موقف أو تعايشت في حاله من التوتر واالنزعاج والقلق إبدأ بالتفكير فقط بشيء يبعث لك الشعور بالفرح والسرور حتى لو كانت أمنيه ،كل ما عليك فعله هو أن تتذكر موقف جميل أو تتخيل صورة رائعه تبث السرور في نفسك. www.citypageskuwait.com
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ميزان الطاقة أحبائي قراء اجمللة ،أنا سعيد جدا بأن أبدأ الكتابة في علوم ما وراء الطبيعه واحلديث عن هذا اجملال من خالل هذه املساحة التي سأطل بها عليكم في كل عدد ،حيث سأبحر معكم في علوم الطاقه الكونية وعلوم مهارات احلياة على اختالف مسمياتها ،وأقدم لكم مناذج مبسطه تساعدكم في التعرف على كيفية االستفادة من هذه الطاقة وغيرها من املفاهيم األخرى . دعوني أضع لكم شرح مبسط عن الطاقة الكونية ،هذه الطاقه التي مازالت تعتبر لغز محير عند الكثيرين بينما يراها القلة أنها فرصة إلعادة بعض اخللل لوضعه الصحيح ،لكي يسهل علينا فيما بعد فهم آلية حدوث التغيرات سلبا وايجابا . الطاقة الكونية لها مسميات عديده واختلفت تسميتها من ثقافة إلى أخرى أو من بلد إلى آخر، كل حسب فهمه لها ،ففي الهند مثالً يطلق عليها اسم (برانا) ،أما في الصني فتسمى (تشي) ،علما أن الطاقة التي نتحدث عنها عبارة عن ذبذبة أو اهتزاز ،وال يوجد لها خاصية ،فهي دون شكل ،ودون وزن ،ودون زمن ،ودون أبعاد ،إضافة إلى أنها ال نهائية أو ال محدودة . إذا أردنا أن نستخدم الطاقه علينا أن نعي بأن الطاقة الكونية حتيط بنا باستمرار وحتيط وتتغلل بكل ما هو حي وجماد ،واذا خصصنا احلديث عن االنسان لوجدنا أن هذه الطاقة كما أثبتها اخملتصني في كل جزء وكل خليه وكل عضو من أعضاء جسم الكائنات احلية. الهالة Human Aura - الطاقة التي حتيط بأجسادنا وتتشكل بطريقة أثيرية تسمى ( هالة ، ) human Aura -وهذه الهالة عبارة عن أجسام من الضوء حتيط به وميكن أن نطلق عليها اسم مجال طاقة اإلنسان، وهذه الهالة عبارة عن طاقة في تغير مستمر ومتواصل في احلركة وهي دائمة النمو والتطور. ومن املمكن أن توصف طاقتها بأنها في حالة سيولة أو غير ثابتة ،ومت وضع شكل للهاله وتصوير طبقاقتها من خالل كاميرات وأجهزة مخصصة،هذه األجهزة عبارة عن تقنية تصوير األجسام احلية في حالة من التردد العالي واجلهد الكهربائي العالي. هذه الهالة تتأثر بعوامل كثيره ( داخليه وخارجية ) ،وغالبا ما تكون املؤثرات اخلارجية على الهالة تؤثر على احلالة الداخلية للجسد ،فأما أن يكون اجلسد سليم معافى وإما أن يكون بحالة مرضية أو مبزاج سيئ أو في حالة خمول ،والكثير من التفسيرات التي تنتج بسبب تعرض هذه احلالة ملؤثرات خارجية أدت إما إلى حتسنها أو ضعفها .
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مدرب في مهارات تطويرالذات وممارس للعالج بتقنيات الطب البديل
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The creative method gave ASAMA Perfumes the time and the opportunity to craft a fragrances working with the highest quality ingredients in a bottle. Using the Arabic and Western scent as a unique concept point of the fragrances, they welcome your comments at pr@asamaforever.com. Follow them on Instagram and Twitter @ASAMAPerfumes
"When Buying Perfumes … " When you decide to go to a shopping mall or any department store to buy your seasonal perfume(s) make sure to wear it outside the store. Air conditioning doesn’t give you an indication of how the fragrance will develop over the day. If you want to get a sense of how your perfume will really smell, spray some on, head outside and do what you would normally do. If you still like it, after a day of moving around, you have found your new scent, so it is the time to head back to the store and grab it! Common relevant Tips:
" عند شراء العطور..." ليستمتع، كثيرا منا يقرر الذهاب إلى السوق، بدخول املواسم اخملتلفة خالل السنة باختيار العطورات املوسمية منها و الغير موسمية و اخملتلفة أشكالها و رائحتها و و، عندها احرص يا قارئي العزيز بان تتريث باالختيار في حال جتربتك للعطر، حتى حسها االمر الذي يكشف رائحة العطر احلقيقية، ينصح بأن تستكمل نشاطات يومك التجربة و ايضا احرص يا قارئي العزيز باالبتعاد عن، في جلدك بعد مروره في املراحل املطلوبة والن التدفق املباشر من التكييف الهوائي يغير،هواء التكييف الداخلي املباشر في املتجر كما أن إذا كنت ترغب في احلصول على أفضل نتيجة،في بعض األحيان رائحة العطر ينصح برش كمية منه على جسمك و باألخص املعصمني، للعطر الذي تود أن تشتريه فاذا كانت رائحة، و استكمل يومك مع استنشاق رائحة العطر بني الفترة و األخرى، . فال تتردد بشرائها فورا، و مالمسة لشعورك، العطر فواحة مبتهجة :نصائح ذات الصلة
• Don't apply any fragrance or body wash or lotion the day you plan to shop or ننصح بعدم استعمال إي عطر أو جل االستحمام املعطر باإلضافة، • في اليوم الذي تنوي فيه شراء عطور مما يجعل رائحة العطور اجملربة صافية من أي روائح دخيلة، و ذلك لتفادي املزج في الروائح، الى الكرميات buy a perfume, so that the perfume you try doesn't mix with the other scents. . و بالتالي يسهل قرارك باختيار العطر األفضل، أخرى • Apply the perfume directly on clean skin. .• استخدم العطر مباشرة على جسمك و باألخص في منطقة املعصمني • Don't rub your wrists or hands together after applying the perfume, because the ألن االحتكاك في معظم األحيان يغير رائحة،• ال تفرك اليدين أو املعصمني معا بعد استخدام العطور action can affect the smell. .العطر • Give your skin some time (15 to 30 minutes) to absorb the perfume after spraying it. It will smell different a few minutes after you wear it on. Keep in mind و، دقيقة) ليستقر على جلد اإلنسان30 الى15 (• من األفضل عند جتربة العطر بإعطاءه بعض الوقت that depending on the skin type, many perfumes smell differently or sometimes و تذكر قارئي العزيز ان رائحة العطر، لكي يتسنى للعطر بالتفاعل مع اجلسم ليعطيك العبق النهائي .تختلف من شخص آلخر بحسب نوع اجللد volatile from a person to another. • Don't test more than four perfumes at once, the normal rate of human olfaction ألن حاسة الشم تتأثر و تقل قدرتها و بالتالي،• جتنب اختبار أكثر من أربع عطور أو روائح في وقت واحد will usually stop functioning after several concentrated scent inhalation, that also هذا و يعتمد على، يقع الشخص بحالة من التشويش و الذي عادة ما ينتج بتردد الراغب بشراء العطور .كل انسان و إمكانيته في تلك احلاسة التي مدها اهلل سبحانه و تعالى على خلقه varies from a person to another depending on their ability.
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KINDA
& Lulwa Al-Terkait
The jeweler, with the penchant for twisting the classic. Lulwa Al-Terkait is a vibrant yet modest, talented yet humble Kuwaiti jeweler, who designs and produces her own line of rings, ear-cuffs, and headpieces with a twist on classic design, rendering them contemporary enough to be highly coveted by the fashion pack. A Mass Communication graduate who works in a nonprofit organization during the day, Lulwa successfully pursues her jewelry business in between her job and raising two children. Her story is similar to that of anyone who accidentally slips and falls into a trade that becomes their all encompassing passion. She certainly does not fall short in any area of her life, her children are her life and she has no qualms putting a halt to her job in order to see to their needs, like she did when she stopped her jewelry to have her son and raise him during the first few years of his life, and only resumed once she felt he was old enough. She started making jewelry after meeting a jeweler who visited Kuwait with a new line and couldn’t help but shower him with constructive criticism on how to improve his pieces to appeal to the discerning Kuwait woman. His finish and the types of stones would not have appealed to the “Kuwaiti woman who has exquisite taste, and expects good quality”. Hence, after heading back to Lebanon to tweak the pieces he found that they quickly sold and so asked Lulwa to collaborate with him. They built a successful working relationship that saw them through two successful lines, and after parting ways, Lulwa felt empowered and equipped enough to branch out with her own line of jewelry. Initially, her pieces were sold not in Kuwait but in the famous Sauce Boutique Dubai and Impression Boutique Bahrain before truly being recognized in Kuwait. "It’s a hobby, I didn’t study it.", said Lulwa of her credentials. Yet her pieces sold faster than she could make them. Her new workshop in Souq Al Mubarikia has now become her base from where she and her technicians work together, quite often on the floor in their sweatpants. “I don’t need a huge office or workshop, I have no problem visiting clients wherever is comfortable for them. I’m very flexible when it comes to pleasing my clients, anything they ask for can be executed,” she said.
“If you have a good, fertile environment you can achieve what you set out to do” www.citypageskuwait.com
Her love for what she does and her loyalty to her country is also evident, for she could have picked any location to open a workshop yet chose the iconic old Souq to set up her operation, and has used local technicians and sourced her material from Kuwait as much as possible. “Kuwaits resources are so very limited,” she laments. That is why I have to quite often ask people to bring back whatever material I need from abroad.” When asked what items are best sellers among her clientele she states ear cuffs and headpieces fly out of her workshop faster than she can keep up. Her “baguette” line consists of headpieces, ear cuffs and rings, and she will be starting to design brooches based on popular demand. Her new line, Summer of Love, featuring the highly coveted ear cuffs is in the works and will be ready soon. She gets her inspiration from her clients requests, and truly knows what they want, obligingly designing away and delivering to their houses if need be.
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When asked what the most satisfying part of her life is she states, “It is a complete picture, just the way I imagined it to be.” Her advice to up and coming entrepreneurs is, “if you have an idea go for it, don’t make excuses for why you can’t do something. There is always room for doubt, but truth is unless you pursue something, you will never be fulfilled.” Her children have become aspiring jewelers as well, and if asked what she wants to be in the future her daughter states “Asutronaut/Jeweler.”
It is a world with so many slashes, you can't limit yourself to one thing,” To view Lulwa Al-Terkaits linelog on to to www.jelala.com
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Sarah Paksima
Supporting Mothers and Infants Everyone wants mothers and babies to have the best chance of a healthy and happy entrance into motherhood. Yet despite the endless efforts and best intentions of doctors, nurses, and mothers, many women don’t have the positive experience they were hoping for as they enter motherhood. “Something is not working,” says Founder and President of BirthKuwait, Sarah Paksima. “It appears that medical interventions during the births of previously normal and healthy pregnant moms are far too high, and breastfeeding rates are far too low. For too many of the women I work with, stories about their first experiences as a new mother are filled with feelings of loneliness and frustration.” As a result, she created, along with her co-founders Heba Al Ali and Zuzana Nadova, BirthKuwait, to help organize the efforts of what she saw as the missing component between medical institutions and mothers here in Kuwait: the community health worker. “These are healthcare professionals that help educate and support families in the community by focusing on education, diet, exercise, and lifestyle for a preventative and holistic approach to maternal and infant well-being,” says Sarah. Supporting Community Health Professionals BirthKuwait provides essential services for both community health workers and mothers. Community health workers include, for example, lactation consultants, breastfeeding counselors, childbirth educators, doulas, prenatal yoga instructors, counselors and therapists, and prenatal and infant massage therapists. Typically community health workers work outside of traditional medical institutions (hospitals) unless they are also trained as a medical professional (such as a nurse or doctor). “But the services they provide are crucial for whole health,” says Sarah. She explains how BirthKuwait helps support the efforts of these professionals in three ways: “First, we provide an opportunity for these health professionals to network together. They plan events together, refer clients to one another, and attract a larger audience by all promoting their services on the same website and social media network (www.BirthKuwait.com or @birthkuwait). Second, we provide affordable advertising and work-space for smaller community health businesses to operate, www.citypageskuwait.com
encouraging the expansion of this growing field. Finally, third, we organize regular training workshops to increase the availability of these services in Kuwait and to improve the skills of those already in the field.” So far BirthKuwait has organized Hypno-Birthing and Blooma Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Workshops, and a DONA Doula Training Workshop (in partnership with Royale Hayatt).“In November of 2013, we will be organizing a Lamaze Childbirth Educator Teacher Training Workshop and DONA Doula Training Workshop. We want to support the growth, professionalism, and availability of community health workers in Kuwait,” she shared. Supporting Mothers and Infants “We exist to support mothers and infants. The services that we provide community health professionals make it possible for us to help mothers and infants to be healthier and happier. Many mothers want to be healthier during or after their pregnancy, but they can’t find the support or resources they need. For example, most mothers know that breastfeeding is the best thing for them and their new babies, but they can’t find anyone to encourage or support them in their efforts. Now they can. Through www.BirthKuwait.com moms can find all the support and resources they need,” explains Sarah. On the website, expectant mothers can find a calendar of events including public lectures on a variety of topics, prenatal yoga classes, childbirth preparation classes, infant massage and mommy-baby yoga classes, and post-partum support groups. They will also find contact info for doulas, peer breastfeeding counselors, lactation consultants, and nutritionists. “Moms can find everything they need to help them prepare for motherhood, and the support they need to help them succeed,” says Sarah. BirthKuwait is a non-profit organization operating as part of The Voluntary Health Association.
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A mother’s challenge, a journey to help others What started as a trip to support her husband and look for better ways to help their daughter, transformed into a burning passion, born from her personal experience renovating it into a tangible vision to help other autistic children and families deal with the disability. Dr. Samira Al-Saad, talks about autism in Kuwait.
Please introduce yourself to our readers? I’m the founder and director of the Kuwait Center for Autism.
When and how did the idea of forming a society to help children with Autism come up? It all started when I was in Boston, accompanying my husband on a posting in Boston. We were with my daughter, Fatima, who was attending the Higashi School for autistic children. I took my time in Boston to expand my knowledge on the subject and bring this experience to Kuwait, where there wasn’t anything like that. Kuwait needed a platform through which the needs of autistic children could be addressed so they can be integrated into the mainstream community.
What was the biggest challenge you had to face while converting the building in Rawda into a school for Autistic children? The initial KD1.5 million that we have estimated was not enough for the project. We needed to raise KD2 million more. It took time to find financiers, acquiring the land, and getting things set up.
Where did you get the support from? In 1994 the Kuwait Center for Autism was set up with the help from the Kuwait Awqaf Public Foundation and the Ministry of Education and public support. www.citypageskuwait.com
How did you manage to get qualified staff to work at school? When we opened the center in 1994, I trained ten teachers that would be interacting with the first five students we had. It takes a special person with patience, stamina, understanding and a true vocation to help and cope with the work involved with these children. I was helping trainers to change their perception and understanding of children with special needs.
Can you share with us some statistics of Autistic children in Kuwait and your success? We started with five children, now we have about 100 children and 80 people in staff. We get specialists and consultants from overseas. We also have a Diagnostic Team that comes on a bi-annual basis and we’ll have Music and Art Therapists coming in as well.
What’s new on the building for Kuwait Center for Autism and who supports it? This new school has a much greater capacity and facilities in Mishref. This will be the first school for the Gulf region. It provides state of the art equipment for children, and a large swimming pool. It also has office space for research. Everything that we get from our programs and activities go to the Autism Endowment Fund (AEF). Right now, it amounts to KD2 million. The AEF is registered in the Ministry of Justice, managed by the government. It cannot be
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Dr. Samira Al-Saad Founder & Director - Kuwait Center for Autism Board Member of World Autism Organization April 2013
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used for anything other than autism-related programs and projects. This is to ensure that the project will go on, way into the future.
What are some of the awareness events that the center organizes? We have a yearly marathon to bring autism awareness. We also have a bimonthly magazine, “Silent Scream” which details stories about pupils, conferences, workshops, and more information on international autism organizations.
What are the objectives of Kuwait Center for Autism? We want this institution to help more children and families in understanding autism. One of the things we are working on is data gathering. We are working on deriving accurate statistics for autism (e.g., people affected, services available in each of the Gulf state, etc.) within the region.
Tell us about some of your achievements so far? The center is growing and I believe the awareness of autism is growing in Kuwait. I dream of this organization in getting support from the government and the public to empower the disabled members of the autistic community and integrate them into the fold of the society.
Tell us about the International Autism Conference to be held in 2014? This conference is held every four years. Next year the International Autism Conference will be held in Kuwait with the arrangements from the World Autism Organization Conference and hosted by the Kuwait Center for Autism. The event will be from the 11 to the 13 of November.
What is your involvement at the GCC level? The International Autism Conference will be the largest autism conference in the Arab region. We’ll have renowned professionals as key speakers. We’ll have informational sessions, workshops and exhibitions.
Your message for us at CityPages magazine? We want to make a difference in people’s lives. We want to make a difference in the way autism is perceived. We want to make a difference in the kind of knowledge we have about the syndrome, and the support services we can offer. www.citypageskuwait.com
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Protecting the eye, an important factor we should not ignore. When it comes to eye protection, the majority of people will think about UV protection making sunglasses very popular. Some people think about protecting the eyes from mechanical and chemical injuries. Most eyeglass wearers consider special filters to protect their eyes from glare. This article shares some information about additional ways to protect the eyes.
accumulated over time, its long term effect to the eye has to be targeted too. This has led spectacle lens manufacturers to come up with new technologies making our vision more comfortable and protected. The Blue Control coating is designed to help target this issue. Blue control is a spectacle lens coating to efficiently neutralize a certain amount of blue light without changing our perception of light. This coating improves contrast, thus causing less eye strain. It is offered in combination with super anti-reflection coating ensuring high transmittance of light for high quality image.
These days, the modern person, including children, will be using a device with an LCD screen for a minimum of 2 hours/day. For people who are by profession involved in using PC’s, the amount of time staring at an LCD screen increases considerably. Natural light has a full spectrum of colours. One of them is blue light which is necessary for colour perception but it can add to scatter of light causing more glare. It is also blue light in the visible spectrum that causes the most deterioration in the eye, especially the retina. LCD Screens are known to emit blue light which can be harmful to the eyes. Not only that but also artificial lighting, specifically LED light emit blue light. This means, although we are indoors and away from the sun, the eye is still exposed to blue light. Prolonged blue light exposure can present symptoms such as eye strain, eye fatigue or dry eyes. It is important to reduce the emission of blue light from tablets and electronic devices thus keeping our eyes in better condition. Moreover, it also improves productivity by relieving symptoms of eye fatigue. Since Blue light damage is
Apart from neck and back pain, it is now common to hear people complaining of a so called “digital eyestrain or computer vision syndrome” caused by the use of computers, smart phones and electronic media. Your eye care provider can provide advice on what actions to take to relieve tired eyes and difficulty in focusing. Such steps, together with Blue Control coating, can lead to a relaxed and comfortable vision. Children of today spend much time with digital devices. They are more vulnerable to LCD related eye problems than past generations. They too can suffer from eye fatigue. Therefore, by the time they are 25, they will be more exposed to blue light than we are today. Good nutrition, care and choosing the right eye protection for all sorts of hazards are essential for adults and kids alike. One should also realize shielding the eyes from the cumulative effect of blue light can contribute in maintaining fatigue free eyes and a healthy retina. * Blue Control coating is not sufficient to block harmful UV light and should not be used to replace sunglasses. Always ask a professional eye care practitioner for the right device and actions to protect one’s eyes. April 2013
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Dr. Nazia is a Certified Medical Doctor. She also holds an MBA in Sales and Marketing. Disseminates valuable information in her extensive medical seminars and workshops. Readers should look forward to her regular articles on women health and other general health related issues.
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AUTISM – early identification can change lives Annual World Autism Awareness Day on 2nd April, and every year, is an opportunity to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism, a condition which is thought to affect a staggering 1 in 110 children. Autism is treatable. Children do not "outgrow" autism, but studies show that early diagnosis and intervention lead to significantly improved outcomes. What is Autism?
• Moves constantly • May be fascinated by details of an object, such as the spinning wheels of a toy car, but doesn't understand the "big picture" of the subject • May be unusually sensitive to light, sound and touch, and yet oblivious to pain • Does not engage in imitative or make-believe play • May have odd food preferences, such as eating only a few foods, or craving items that are not food, such as chalk or dirt • May perform activities that could cause self-harm, such as head banging Young children with autism also have a hard time sharing experiences with others. When read to, for example, they're unlikely to point at pictures in the book. This earlydeveloping social skill is crucial to later language and social development.
Autism is a developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. These problems happen when the brain develops differently and has trouble with an important job: making sense of the world. Every day, our brains interpret (understand) the things we see, smell, hear, taste, touch, and experience. But when someone's brain has trouble interpreting these things, it can make it hard to talk, listen, understand, play, and learn. Kids with autism often can't make connections that other kids make easily. For example, when people smile, you know they feel happy or friendly; when people look mad, you can tell by their face or their voice. But many kids who have autism spectrum disorders have trouble understanding what emotions look like and what another person is thinking. They might act in a way that seems unusual, and it can be hard to understand why they're doing it.
As they mature, some children with autism become more engaged with others and show fewer disturbances in behavior. Some, usually those with the least severe problems, eventually may lead normal or near-normal lives. Others, however, continue to have difficulty with language or social skills, and the teen years can bring worse behavioral problems.
A kid with an autism spectrum disorder might: • Have trouble learning the meaning of words • Do the same thing over and over, like saying the same word • Move his or her arms or body in a certain way • Have trouble adjusting to changes (like trying new foods, having a substitute teacher, or having toys moved from their usual places) Imagine trying to understand what your teacher is saying if you didn't know what her words really mean. It is even more frustrating if a kid can't come up with the right words to express his or her own thoughts, or tell a parent what he or she needs or wants. Sometimes this can make a kid very upset and frustrated. Some issues — like not wanting to try new foods or not wanting anyone to move your toys — affect lots of kids, not just those who have an autism spectrum disorder. But kids with these disorders have more trouble "growing out of it" and learning to handle stuff that's challenging and annoying.
Symptoms: Though each child with autism is likely to have a unique pattern of behavior, these are some common autism symptoms:
Social skills • Fails to respond to his or her name • Has poor eye contact • Appears not to hear you at times • Resists cuddling and holding • Appears unaware of others' feelings www.citypageskuwait.com
Most children with autism are slow to gain new knowledge or skills, and some have signs of lower than normal intelligence. Other children with autism have normal to high intelligence. These children learn quickly, yet have trouble communicating, applying what they know in everyday life and adjusting in social situations. A small number of children with autism are savants — they have exceptional skills in a specific area, such as art, math or music. • Seems to prefer playing alone — retreats into his or her own world • Doesn't ask for help or request things
Language • Doesn't speak or has delayed speech • Loses previously acquired ability to say words or sentences • Doesn't make eye contact when making requests • Speaks with an abnormal tone or rhythm — may use a singsong voice or robot-like speech • Can't start a conversation or keep one going • May repeat words or phrases verbatim, but doesn't understand how to use them • Doesn't appear to understand simple questions or directions
Behavior • Performs repetitive movements, such as rocking, spinning or hand-flapping • Develops specific routines or rituals and becomes disturbed at the slightest change
When to see a doctor Babies develop at their own pace and many don't follow exact timelines found in some parenting books. But children with autism usually show some signs of delayed development within the first year. If you suspect that your child may have autism, discuss your concerns with your doctor. The symptoms associated with autism can also be associated with other developmental disorders. The earlier that treatment begins the more effective it will be. Your doctor may recommend more developmental tests if your child: • Doesn't respond with a smile or happy expression by 6 months • Doesn't mimic sounds or facial expressions by 9 months • Doesn't babble or coo by 12 months • Doesn't gesture — such as point or wave — by 12 months • Doesn't say single words by 16 months • Doesn't say two-word phrases by 24 months • Loses previously acquired language or social skills at any age
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Cosmetic Surgery Center expands to better Kuwait's image Dr. Adel Quttainah’s effort, ambition and dedication has allowed him to bring the latest technology in cosmetic surgery and expanding his clinic. He talks about how he got to where he’s at, the challenges and how his center is looking to better Kuwaiti residents in many fields. When did you establish the Cosmetic Surgery Center? I opened the clinic as only plastic surgery in 2006 and had one floor open only at that time. I expanded to three floors approximately one year after the initial opening. We now offer dermatology, hair transplant, complete laser department, as well as weight loss.
Your Cosmetic Surgery Center offers the expertise, techniques and latest technology to help your patients look and feel better. What changes have you seen in your long career, in terms of techniques, technology and trends? Was plastic surgery as popular as it was 20 years ago? Well-established techniques of plastic surgery have basically remained unchanged. www.citypageskuwait.com
However, concepts that have developed over the years include the increase in less invasive techniques, short scar techniques, the increase in using local anesthetic instead of general, as well as some use of lasers. Specific standards of plastic surgery skill and training are not changed with technology but recovery can be more rapid, less down time and patients can return to work in a short period of time with less pain. The popularity of plastic surgery has skyrocketed in the last ten years alone. It is no longer a taboo. Patients freely talk about what they have done and this is also common in the Kuwaiti society. We have had also an increase in men doing plastic surgery and younger patients.
What subtle changes make a big difference in the overall balance and attractiveness of a patient’s face?
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{Interview} In some patients a simple Botox session or small amount of filler can improve their attractiveness significantly. Some small surgeries, such as upper eyelid surgery can also take years off a patients' age.
Is there an artistic element in rejuvenating or enhancing a face, how important is the surgeon’s own perception of beauty? Ultimately you want your patient to be happy. However, I like to share with the patient what normal ranges of facial features are, as some patients have a tendency to want excessive treatment. There is a cultural factor such as some women strive to have extremely large cheeks or severe nose surgery. I try to encourage patients to maintain a natural look, as trends come and go and some thing that may be considered trendy may not be something you want for the rest of your life.
Many people are choosing to have facial plastic surgery to look younger and more attractive. Is there any procedure that is more popular than the others? Facial procedures that are most common in Arabic society include rhinoplasty or nose surgery, fillers and Botox. With the aging population, facelifts are also very common.
Plastic surgery comes with two types of risk: anticipation of the patient and real medical risks. How do you minimize these risks? How do you judge patients’ anticipation? It is important that patients have realistic expectations and understand the limitations of some surgeries. As far as risks, all patients have a complete medical assessment and we do not operate if patients have significant risk. Today, many procedures can be done with less invasive techniques that also minimize risks.
Have there been instances where you have refused to perform surgery? Almost on a weekly basis I turn away patients. I have realized over the years that the first five years of training in plastic surgery you learn how to do surgery,
the rest of your career you realize who not to do surgery on. Patients that have personal problems and are looking for a solution with plastic surgery are definitely not advised to do so. It is not a solution; as well patients who feel pressure from others to do surgery should not. It is a private decision one should make for themselves. Also many patients come in that do not need surgery, they actually look fine and I discourage them if they are doing it for the wrong reasons.
What are you biggest in-demand procedures for females and males respectively? Females prefer liposuction, tummy tuck and breast implants. Males have hair transplants, nose surgery and male breast reduction surgery mostly.
What non-surgical recommendations would you make to reverse the signs of aging? There are many non-surgical procedures today. We offer many lasers for resurfacing, Botox, Fillers (liquid facelifts), peels, PRP; the list is endless.
How do you keep yourself abreast of all the new changes and developments in Cosmetic Surgery? As an active member of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada as well as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons we are required to attend many conferences and annual meetings. I make it to most of the larger meetings yearly.
Can you tell us about some of your professional achievements? I feel my greatest professional achievement has been branching out and starting the cosmetic surgery clinic. I have had significant experience with reconstructive plastic surgery and microsurgery that has also been rewarding over the years. Also, I have volunteered on missions performing plastic surgery for children in underprivileged countries.
What are some of your future plans? I am currently about to move my clinic to another location that I have been developing in Shaab. It will be the Quttainah Medical Centre. It will be the largest private plastic surgery centre in the Middle East. Inshalla, we will be there soon. I am very honored to be able to offer this service to Kuwait. Kuwaitis should be proud that their own citizens have been improving the standard of health care in Kuwait and encourage further development by their own citizens.
When you are not at work, what are some of your favorite pastimes? I enjoy sports cars and driving when I can! Also spending time with my family. www.citypageskuwait.com
What is your favorite place to travel and why? Most of my trips are usually to plastic surgery conferences, so I usually decide based on that. I try to visit Rio de Janeiro, as I have spent time there during my fellowships in plastic surgery.
What is required to become a cosmetic surgeon? What is your advice to medical students whose dream is to become a plastic surgeon? To become an actual Plastic Surgeon has taken me 5 years of medical school in Ireland, 5 years of Plastic Surgery Residency in Canada and 2 further years of cosmetic surgery fellowship before I began working. I believe to be a proper plastic surgeon there are no short cuts. I am very surprised when I hear that some doctors are practicing "plastic surgery" without any proper training. In the US, UK and Canada, only fully trained and qualified plastic surgeons can perform surgery. Here in the Middle East almost any doctor is attempting plastic surgery, which is a frightening thought. Patients need to educate themselves about who their surgeon is and what his training is. I would suggest that students who want to do plastic surgery should get the proper training as I mentioned and they must get extensive experience in microsurgery and reconstructive surgery. If they are looking for the 'glamour' of being a plastic surgeon they will be disappointed to find out there is not much free time to do glamorous things.
Your message for us at CityPages magazine? I would like to thank you for this interview and for helping to enhance the image of Kuwaitis in so many fields.
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Encouraging diabetic children to exercise Run For Fun is a three-month program ran by many volunteers looking to encourage kids to exercise and give parents peace of mind during the program. Dietitian Dalal Al Nukhailan, along with others hope this program will help children and families deal better with Type 1 Diabetes.
WHEN A TEAM COMBINES ITS SKILLS, SUCCESS COMES FLASHING BACK
Dalal Al Nukhailan
Clinical Dietitian & Founder of Run for Fun
Dr Mona Alkhawari
Chair of Paediatric Council Head of Paediatric department, Amiri Hospital Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist
Faisal Al Fandi Graphic Designer
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For the past four years, Clinical Dietitian Dalal Al Nukhailan has been working with diabetic children in Kuwait. Although there is unpublished data yet on how many children have diabetes, Dr Mona Al Khawari, head of department in the Amiri Hospital, said they can estimate around 2,400 children are Type 1 Diabetic in Kuwait. “In diabetes, glycemic control is optimal when Medication, Nutritional Balance, and Physical activity is taken into consideration. When those three basic sectors are met, we can insure a diabetic friendly lifestyle,” she said. “I realized that there is a missing part that is not very well taken care of in Kuwait which is the Physical Activity Role in a diabetic patient.” She then decided it was time to do something about it. Dalal said this was the first “Voluntary Group Workout for Kids with Diabetes, although I've worked on establishing other groups workouts/exercise with other category of individuals who aim to lose weight or increase fitness level and health.” Being that parents worry about hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) on their children it was important for her to provide an exercise place “under a friendly, motivational club, which offers the children an atmosphere filled with joy and sensation of fun where parents can relax and not worry because their children are under the supervision of experts and a medical team of doctors, nurses, dietitians, and any other medial volunteers that would like to help in this program,” she said. Adding her moto is: “When a team combines its skills, success comes flashing back.” Run For Fun is a group work exercise for children with diabetes, it will help encourage the children to exercise regularly in a fun way, to help maintain their health and enhance their blood sugar readings and avoid weight gain. Exercise and workouts started on March 7, but are still taking place at the Dasman Diabetes Institute in the Fitness & Rehabilitation Center, on the 4th floor, every Thursday from 4-6p.m. Dalal said kids are welcomed to join them again when this batch ends, which is after June. “We take children every 3 months, she said. “With respect to the fact that we need an HBA1C Blood Test before they join the program, and another test after three months, to evaluate the difference and be capable of measuring an endurance. Note the HBA1C Blood test gives a percentage of blood glucose (sugar) level of an individual for the last three months.” The only requirements for kids to join the program is to be between the ages of 6-12, have type 1 diabetes and have a recommendation from their doctor. Dalal said although it is too early to state the impact and success of the program since its only been going on for a month, but The Ostrich OSTY, designed by graphic designer Faisal Al Fandi started as a simple sketch and quickly became the role model for kids with diabetes. “She is a fast runner, with a healthy diet, and is managing her diabetes health through diet, exercise and insulin therapy,” Dalal said. “This is an attractive way to get children attached to character in fantasy way rather than a life rigid example.”
“so far, I can see kids are finding it very enthusiastic and motivational,” she said. “They are learning more about the daily dilemma of Hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) and how to manage these cases either with nutrition or with insulin.” She said they see the joy and happiness in the eyes of the kids that are attending, “and parents are finding this activity very beneficial since their fear of what to do before, during and after exercise with a type 1 diabetic child is all cleared out.” The program could not be possible without the support by the Al Amiri Hospital - Pediatric Department, Diabetes Unit, Dr Mona Al Khawari, head of department in the Amiri Hospital, and Dr Fahad Al-Ghimlas, Director and Consultant Respirologist Fitness and Rehabilitation Center At Dasman Diabetes Institute, who’s in charge of the doctors in the Run For Fun Club. Dietitian Dalal said volunteers are welcomed, and they can contact the program through: T +965 2224 2999/ +965 22464728 Email: RunForFun2011@live.com Follow us on Twitter: @RunForFun2011 Follow us on Instagram: RunForFunKwt
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Dr. Saud Al-Anezi is a Specialist Orthodontist working for the Ministry of Health in Kuwait. Dr. Saud gets an indescribable joy giving a beautiful smile to his patients after removing their braces. His favorite quote is "Do what you love and love what you do" Twitter/Instagram: @q8braces
What do I need to know about my wisdom tooth? Wisdom teeth ( third molars) are defined as the third of the molar teeth and it is the last tooth that erupts in the human mouth. There are four wisdom teeth in a human's mouth, two in the top jaw and two in the bottom jaw. In normal circumstances, they start to appear in the mouth around the age of 16-18 years of age, however, they do erupt sometimes at a younger age and in some people they appear in the mouth at a later stage. In addition, wisdom teeth are the most commonly " congenitally" missing teeth i.e. in many people they don't develop at all. In the past, the normal practice was to remove wisdom teeth in individuals whether they cause problems or not. However, since 1990s, more scientific research and studies showed that if the wisdom teeth are erupting normally and no problems are associated with them, then they can be left alone. In these scientific studies, it was also mentioned when they are required to be removed. For instance, if they repeatedly affected by "pericoronitis" i.e. infection of the piece of gum around the wisdom tooth. Other situations where the wisdom tooth needs to be removed are: the tooth is severely damaged by tooth decay or gum problems, when it is causing food impaction resulting in decay to the tooth next to it. If after a thorough examination , the decision was made to remove them, then the options are to remove them under local anesthetic or general an anesthetic (you go to sleep before the operation). Frequently, if it is only one or two wisdom teeth are to be removed and their positions in the mouth is good, then we do
remove them under local anesthetic. On the other hand, if more teeth are necessary to be removed, and they are positioned deep in the jaw, then the general anesthetic approach is recommended. It must be highlighted that although the risks of removing the wisdom teeth are minimal, individuals who are having their wisdom teeth removed, be aware of them. Firstly, after removing the wisdom tooth especially the bottom one (positioned in the bottom jaw), you may experience some degree of pain, swelling, bleeding but those signs subside over 2-3 days. Moreover, your doctor may prescribe painkillers with or without antibiotics to help you come through these initial days. More serious risks, include damage to the nerve the
supplies the teeth and it runs right under the wisdom tooth. The good news are that in most people there is a gap between this nerve and the wisdom tooth and even if the nerve gets damaged during the wisdom tooth removal procedure, in most cases the damage is temporary and the nerve recovers. Finally, as an orthodontist ( dental braces doctor), I get lots of questions from my patients when I finish their treatment and remove their braces about wisdom teeth. The general perception is that wisdom teeth when they erupt, they move the teeth after braces treatment and the teeth become crooked again. There is no scientific evidence to support this theory and providing that the patient wear his/her retainer, the teeth should stay firm and don't move. April 2013
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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED Q: I am 24 years old working in a local Q: Hi, I want to do laser hair removal company. I have ingrown hairs on my for my face, arm and legs. I want to ask legs, back and face. I usually resort to about your prices? waxing but these ingrown hairs are really We have different prices for different areas embarrassing. Would laser help? Yes, laser will help you. Usually lasers act on of the body for laser hair removal. So you the ingrown hair. So, instead of waxing one can give a call to our centre and we will be glad to answer all your questions. can always opt for laser treatment.
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You should undergo a full hormone check up. If there is any hormone problem try to fix it with your gynaecologist. Along with it you can always start the laser treatment.
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There is no detailed study regarding the safety of laser during pregnancy. Besides removal which are totally painless. So, you there is no effect of laser because of the can always go for laser treatment. All areas hormone imbalance during pregnancy. of the body can be treated by laser. However, we doctors do not advice laser during pregnancy.
I have one boy and I have stretch marks on my tummy. Can laser help me?
There are lasers for the stretch marks and you can always go for it. Lasers for stretch marks need multiple sessions but they give a very good result.
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Depending on how deep the spots are, you have to check with the dermatologist for the brown spot and your doctor will advice you accordingly. We hope our answers were satisfying to our valued readers. Please Don’t hesitate to contact us on the numbers below. We are here to help you reveal your Beauty! Ladies be the Diva you always meant to be and shine like a star.
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Newest PUMA shoe, the Mobium Elite worth trying Featuring patent-pending technology the Mobium Elite is unlike any shoe. Their adaptive footwear technology is something runners can greatly benefit from. By Claudia Lozano Most runners myself included, feel better when a running shoe is half a size bigger, but with PUMA’s Mobium Elite, that’s no longer necessary. This shoe is different in three key ways. First, the “Windlass Chassis.” The shoe was designed on the premise that with each step the shoe, just like your foot, expands six percent in all directions — height, length and proportion along your foot. This allows the shoe to mold to your feet with every step. Second and thirdly the “Mobium Band” and “Expansion Pods” based on big felines. PUMA looked at why pumas, cheetahs, and other big cats are such effective runners. They saw a cat’s paw is constantly expanding and contracting. That’s why they strategically placed the Mobium Band on an 8 shape wrapped throughout the shoe. This allows the shoe to expand and contract back to its original shape with every stride. The more force applied to the shoe, the more spring return it has, allowing runners a faster run and a longer stride. The “Expansion Pods” are dynamic cushions to support all key parts of the foot that come in contact with the floor on every stride. All of these put together engage your feet’s arch and strengthen your feet as you run. The shoe has an upper thin tongue, which has a plastic/silicone feel to it. Although its funny to the touch it’s somehow makes the shoe feel lighter and it doesn’t move as you run, so it makes it more comfortable. The shoe, like other running shoes, also has the breathable upper mesh to allow your feet to stay dry. As I tried on the shoe, it was evident this shoe was different. It is a little harder to put on that other shoes, because the shape of the shoe was built to be in the same shape as your foot. They are snug and form fitting around all sides and the bottom is also shaped like an arched foot, not flat like a regular sneaker would be. In the beginning, the shoe will feel different and snug, but as you run you’ll feel all the new enhancements to this new shoe are worth it. The Expansion Pods are great in better absorbing the power shock. The Mobium Band helps to enhance energy return and somehow pushes you to run faster with longer strides, and the Windlass Chassis makes you feel one with the shoe. The shoe is now available at many stores, and it comes in three different colors for women — silver aurora white, red and white, and black and red. Men can find their pair in four different colors — black and white, blue-black white, black and red, and the classic featured lime green with a hint of black and white. If you like running and if you’re up to the challenge to try these new shoes with the latest technology “rooted in anatomy and inspired by nature,” the Mobium Elite shoes are for you, your feet will appreciate it. www.citypageskuwait.com
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Reshmi Revi is a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and holds a Bachelors of Communication Studies degree from the Auckland University of Technology. A fitness enthusiast, she welcomes your queries and comments at rrevi@multiworks.net. Follow her on Twitter & Instagram @Q8MissFit.
Is your cheat meal, a “defeat” meal? I think I’ve had more fantasies about food than with the latest celebrity-crush that usually besieges every woman (though let’s be honest, no one can hold a candle or cupcake to Ryan Gosling). I usually have thought of such lovely food items when it comes to my weekly cheat meal. If you’re not in the know, a cheat meal refers to a meal of some sort which is out of the healthy bounds of what one usually eats. For example; if you’re used to eating 5-6 small healthy meals a day, a cheat meal can be likened to a rewarding meal once a week whereby you don’t have to stick to your healthy guns and count all your protein, carbs and fat macronutrients and let loose. Over the years I’ve gone through interesting phases to appease my overactive foodie-imagination and satisfy my cravings that have been plaguing me for the week. In New Zealand, I had a nefarious affair and tasty fascination with deep fried Mars chocolate bars (hey don’t knock it until you try it!). In London, my cheat meal of choice used to either be pizza ladened with oodles of mozzarella shavings or Caribbean goat curry with rice and peas. In Kuwait however, my latest raison d'être happens to be the salted caramel cupcakes from Sprinkles Cupcakes located at Phase 3 of the Avenues. Why, just imagining its rich caramel frosting topped with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt right now feels like I’m treading on dangerous ground as it’s not the weekend yet and I’ve still 34 clean meals to consume before I can “reward” myself with such a delicacy. Too often in Kuwait, the connotation of a “cheat meal” is used as an excuse to basically binge-eat. Don’t believe me? Log on to a friend’s Instagram account and see for yourself. Or take a look at yours and you’ll know what I mean. The meals are massive and are either dairy, sugar or transfat overkill. Why some individuals don’t even bother with having A meal but a cheat DAY. It is here that one has to ponder: Is your cheat meal, a defeat meal? Are you rewarding yourself and going guns blazing with that one dish so much so that it ruins all your hard nutrition and fitness work you’ve put in over the past week?
Don’t get me wrong. I do advocate having a weekly cheat meal simply because it benefits you physically, psychologically and socially. Physically: If you’re cutting calories and are dietingdown, your body is smart enough to know this and will slow down your metabolism. In training, you won’t lift as heavy as you normally would due to your depleted glycogen stores in your muscles and will feel fatigued. A cheat meal is great because it keeps your body guessing, gives you a stronger workout and spikes your metabolism due to the excess carbohydrates in that one meal. Psychologically: Unless you have the discipline of Buddha, eating clean can sometimes be mentally draining. Clients whom I’m helping wean off processed foods and sugars often tell me that it feels like they’re on a rollercoaster ride of multitude emotions. It’s no lie. If you’re dieting down, it can be depressing. Having that one cheat meal, gives you that little window of happiness and keeps you on the sane path of eating clean and reaching your fitness goal
whatever it may be. Socially: My friends are well aware of my pedantic behavior when it comes to food. Hence it can be problematic or challenging (whichever way you see fit) when it comes to catching up with them over a meal. If we decide on a certain restaurant that isn’t too health-conscious, I usually would bring my own container of food. Or my own measuring spoons to portion control my meals. Yes being healthy can be an isolating experience. If you practice having a weekly cheat-meal, with a bit of food and time management, you can bypass the hassle and use your cheat meal as a hall-pass when dining out with friends. So are there any pointers when it comes to devising one’s cheat meal? Yes! Ensure your cheat meal has a protein component in it to keep you full.
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Organization is key. If you know you’re going to catch up with friends sometime in the week, have your cheat meal then with them. If you have nada on your social-agenda, have it post-workout after an intense workout session. Your body will use the calories consumed and hopefully not store it.
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Be discipline and have your cheat meal once a week as motivation. If you “reward” yourself one too many times a week, you could be undoing all that blood, sweat and tears at the gym and negate from reaching your fitness goal.
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يعتبر أرقى االسواق:Govent Garden سوق كوفنت جاردنl املفتوحه و حلو املكان للسياحة يوجد فيه اسواق و مطاعم والعاب اطفال مشهوره بالعب القد ميه الي على شكل . أحصنة وفيها عروضات للمهرجني . London Eye لندن أيl .MadamTusu ) متحف الشمع ( مدام توسوl London Zoo حديقة احليواناتl hide Park هايد بارنl Regent park ريجنت باركl Picadilly and Trocaderro بيكاد يلي و تركد يروl Sea Life Aquarium London Bridge or Bridge Tower
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Mariam is a travelholick! She loves to travel to different parts of the world. Her list includes places such as: United Arab Emirates- Bahrain- KSA- Qatar- Egypt- Lebanon- Pakistan- IndiaUnited Kingdom- United States of America- Turkey- Ukraine- Czech Republic-France. Every month she will bring you a special report from a new country she visits or has visited.
مدينة الضباب ..والتراث املعماري...ومن يعشق الكل... يا لها من مدينة جتذب املتسوقني: لندن عاصمة الضباب ...ومن لم يزرها فأنه لم يزر العالم بعد...مدينة كالسيكيه من امهات املدن األوربية...مدينة العجائب...مدينة احلالم... لندن
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شوارع لندن Oxford Street أوكسفوردl تعتبر من األحياء الراقيه: Knightsbridge نايتسير يدجl هو الشارع الرئيسي للمنطقه وموطنBrompton وشارع Harvey Nichols و هارفينيكولسHarrods محالت هارودز Sloan Street صلون ستريتl Bond Street بوند ستريتl يتفرع من شارع: Regent Street ريجنت ستريتl و ستجد نفسك في ميدانOxford Street اوكسفورد املتخصصةHamlys وتوجد فيه محالت هامليز, البيكاديلي .في ألعاب األطفال و الكبار Edgware Road اجور روودl
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Cool New Gadgets To Add To Your Wishlist
This month, our top new gadget picks include a smarter bike trainer, a credit-card size USB charger, and a new Arduino controller for serious DIY gamers.
Hasbro Nerf N-Strike Elite Rough Cut 2x4 Blaster The Rough Cut 2x4 is the first Nerf gun that can fire two darts at once up to 75 feet. Its two ammo banks have separate pistons, so one pull of the trigger launches both darts at the same time.
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Silver Edition C Trigonometry will never be the same: The latest TI84 graphing calculator comes with a color display. At 240 by 320 pixels, the backlit screen has a resolution that’s higher than previous models’. Plus, a user can transfer images from a computer and graph onto them.
JayBird BlueBuds X BlueBuds X are the smallest Bluetooth earbuds in the world. Thanks to improvements in battery technology, they’re more compact, but still last up to eight hours. iPhone users can track how much playtime remains on their phones.
Arduino Esplora
Wahoo Fitness Kickr Power
The Arduino Esplora is the controller for DIYers who want to game with custom functions. The 6.5-inch preassembled board includes temperature and light sensors, an accelerometer, a joystick, and more, plus
The Kickr turns any bicycle into a stationary trainer by replacing the back tire. When a rider using its accompanying app meets a “hill,” more power surges through magnets in the Bluetooth-connected device, creating a stronger pull on its flywheel and increasing resistance.
32 kilobytes of memory. To begin programming, a user connects it to a computer via micro-USB.
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Philips Fidelio HTL9100 The HTL9100 is the first sound bar that can transform into a surround-sound system. A user detaches the bar’s wireless 12-watt speakers—which last 10 hours—and places them anywhere in the room. Sensors automatically detect their state and adjust the audio balance.
Quirky Pluck The EnChroma Cx.UV450
ChargeCard
The EnChroma Cx.UV450 are the first sunglasses that don’t block color. The lenses have a filter that lets in a range of light wavelengths typically muted by UV shades, so wearers see enhanced blues and greens.
At one tenth of an inch thick and the size of a credit card, the ChargeCard is the slimmest USB charger available. Engineers rearranged the circuitry to lie flat. A rubber port folds out and plugs into any USB device, and a micro-USB or iPhone port connects to a phone.
Epsilon Labs Silence
Ryobi 2 Cycle Backpack Blower
The Silence Android app keeps phones quiet during meetings. A user outlines his schedule—or imports it from another calendar—and indicates whether the phone should be in ring, vibrate, or silent mode. The app changes the settings accordingly.
Clearing the yard is faster with the Ryobi Backpack Blower. Unlike other blowers, which have air tubes that run up the back and over the engine, this one has tubes that stay below the engine, and go around the waist. Because it doesn’t have to push air upward, the 42cc motor maintains a higher force.
Separating eggs is easier with the Pluck. A cook squeezes the silicone bulb to create a vacuum; upon release, it sucks up a yolk. Unlike a gravity strainer, the Pluck can hold several yolks at once. It breaks them less often, too.
GE High Efficiency Topload Washer The HE Topload Washer prevents users from adding too much detergent. During a quick first spin, sensors detect the size and absorption of any load up to 22 pounds. After internal calculations, the washer automatically dispenses the perfect amount of soap.
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Faisal is a Social Media and Online Marketing expert. He established his company a few years ago and has successfully implemented several highly successful online campaigns for a wide General manager / Owner range of clients, ranging from private business to government agencies and some non-profit Click integrated Media Solutions organizations.
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نحن اآلن نعيش في عصر االنترنت وال ميكننا االستغناء عنه في حياتنا اليومية فالبنوك اذا حدث خلل في االنترنت سوف يتحول العالم الى كارثة والشركات العاملية سوف تتحول الى ال شيء من غير االنترنت .أبسط مثال :نحن كأشخاص عاديني نستيقظ في الصباح ومنسك الهاتف الذكي لقراءة األخبار اليومية أو فتح ال " "Whatsappلنشاهد ما أرسله األصدقاء ،وفي املكتب نستخدم االنترنت لفتح االمييالت وعمل مراسالت يومية مختصة في العمل
كلنا نعلم أن أغلب سكان العالم ميلكون حسابات على " الفيسبوك" و "اليوتيوب" و "تويتر" و "األنستغرام " حملادثة األصدقاء ومشاهدة آخر العروض واالعالنات اليومية. من ناحية أخرى ،كل شخص يسعى أن يكون األفضل في حياته الشخصية والعملية ،لذلك اخترت موضوع اليوم عن التسويق االلكتروني لكي نستغل االنترنت في جتارتنا سواء كانت مشاريع صغيرة أو كبيرة ،مثالً :بامكاننا من خالل مواقع التواصل االجتماعي أن نعمل على ترويج البضاعة بكل سهولة . التسويق كما نعلم أنه مهم لنجاح املشروع لذلك علينا املساهمة باألفكار واملتابعة املستمرة للتطورات التسويقية في السوق لتحقيق األهداف April 2013
املطلوبة .يعتبر التسويق االلكتروني أفضل وسيلة تسويق ألنه أقل تكلفة من الوسائل التسويقية التقليدية مثل ( احملطات التلفزيونية واالذاعية ، الصحف ،اجملالت ) وباملقابل أعداد املستخدمني لالنترنت تتزايد بشكل كبير لذلك بدأت أغلب الشركات تتنافس لتحقيق أعلى املبيعات من خالل االنترنت .ألنه أصبح ساحة للبيع والشراء ،والعرض والطلب دون عناء .باالضافة ماليني املستهلكني يفضلوا شراء حاجياتهم عبر االنترنت من أي مكان بالعالم لتوفير الوقت واجلهد .نصيحتي هي بأن جنعل من أنفسنا مكانة طاملا حلمنا بأن نصل اليها ولكن علينا أن نبدأ بداية صحيحة مبنية على أساسيات التسويق السليمة.
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Aisha Ameen is a passionate interior designer and has already become highly sought-after in the local market. Currenty pursuing Business Degree and enjoys painting in her free time.
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Creating mood with color Color has, a profound effect on our mood. In clothing, interiors, landscape and even natural light, a color can change mood from sad to happy, from confusion to intelligence, from fear to confidence. Particular colors have different effects on each individual. Response to a color may be influenced by a number of a factors such as the body's need for a specific color, a sad or happy memory associated with a color. In previous decades, certain colors or group of colors dominated every palette. Now in millennium, the stopper is out and uniqueness and personal preferences are really in. There are no absolutes in the world of color. Some colors make you want to get out of your chair, others make you want to nestle down and read. Some colors are articulate and must be listened to. Others are very quiet. Some colors indicate that you have travelled or are well read. Yet others create a desire for closeness, intimacy and love. Following are some of the most typical responses to various color groups .
Nurturing Neutrals
Intellectual colours
These colors create a sense of peace and well being. They foster quiet conversation with family and friends and can dispel loneliness.
These are the sharp, witty and unique colors which convey a message that the owner has travelled, is well read and has something to say.
• Throughout time, mankind has found a sense of peace are tranquility when in touch with "mother earth."
• These colors will command respect without being overbearing.
• It follows that colors which impart a sense of warmth and serenity come directly from the earth.
• Grey is a color which promotes creativity and will often be found in foundation of an intellectual palette. These greys will be warm and gentle.
• In addition to the earth colors in the natural group are colors associated with sea such as sand, shell, coral, pearl, stone, seaweed.
• Some tones of blue suggest communication and trust, so it will naturally be found in the intellectual palette.
• And situations. It will always be found among the 'nuturing neutrals'. • The blues represented here will range from winter sky to stream to midnight.
• Navy blues will often find their way in this palette, but its effect is warm and never cold and fragile.
• The neutrals are somewhat like the furniture while other palettes are more like accents or accessories.
• Red also appears in this intellectual palette, but the shades will be earthy and complicated burgundy, cranberry.
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• This palette also starts with a earthy, warm base.
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is no accident that red is the chosen symbolic color for Valentine's day. • In interior design, however, a less intense, softer tone of red is far more conductive to romance than the pure hue. Often referred as pinks, these colors vary from cool to warm and from light to dark. • Pinks have an interesting quality that seems to halt the body's ability to stay angry. • Purple is another color which is definitively romantic because of its passionate, unpredictable and quixotic characteristics. • Paler, less intense tones of orange such as apricot and peach are often included in the romantic palette, suggesting purity and innocence. • Blues in the romantic palette will be cool and inspired by water.
Personal style
Romantic colours
There are no trends in color as important as personal style. • Today, most designers draw from many historical periods as well as contemporary influences and mix them together to create unique personal spaces. • The most effective color palettes reflect and enhance the interests, collections and activities of the people who live there as well as architectural features.
Many species including the human beings attempt to attract the opposite sex with colors. • Red is the color of sex and lust and is often called the most romantic of colors. It
The effects of color on mood will vary from individual to individual. Color schemes have emotional messages too. An awareness of the emotions generated by different colors is helpful in planning personal palettes that will be pleasant to live with, but it must be understood that this information is not absolute. Subtle changes in tone can increase or decrease the emotions evoked by particular color, allowing it to be included in many diverse palettes. April 2013
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Hajar Ibrahim AlAwadhi is a 25 years old math teacher. Our featured Fashionista of the month is creating a mega buzz in the fashion world. Her style is a combination of classic and minimalism. The turban tier has a unique taste when selecting her outfits. Color blocking, plain wide leg pants are some of her preferable looks. When asked about who who does she look up at, her answer was H.H Moza AlSanad of Qatar. Instagram has a huge influence on her, she added. Everyone is highly in love with the covered fashion tykoon Dsaks. Hajar dresses to impress.. Our Fashionista has crossed the lines between typical and normal. She is the new revolution to the hijab world. We love Hajar because of her unique style. Brands she likes are Versace and the local designers. The person who encourages her is her mother.
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Hajar Al-Awadhi and Noor Khraibut above both wearing complete outfits by LAB 8 April 2013
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A Kuwaiti guy, 28 years old working in marketing, and I’m in love with movies, traveling and football. Follow me on instagram & twitter @ALRAGUM
Ahmad Al-Raqum
2013 AND THE OSCAR GOES TO...
1. Best supporting Actor: Christopher Waltz, "Django Unchained" 2. Best Animation: Brave 3. Best short film (animation): Paperman 4. Best Cinematography: Life Of Pi 5. Best visual effects: Life of pi 6. Best costume design: Anna karenina 7. Best makeup and hair: les miserables 8. Best short: Curfew 9. Best documentary: Searching for sugar Man 10. Best foreign film: Amour- Austria 11. Best sound mixing: Les miserables 12. Best sound editing: Zero Dark thirty and Skyfall 13.Best supporting actress : Anne hathaway: Les miserables 14. Best editing: Argo 15. Best production design: Lincoln 16. Best original score: Life of Pi 17. Best original song: skyfall by adele 18. Best adapted screenplay: argo 19. Best original screenplay: quentin Tarantino, Django unchained 20. Best director : Ang Lee, Life Of Pi 21. Best actress: Jennifer Lawrence, Silver Linings Playbook 22. Best actor: Daniel Day Lewis, Lincoln 23. Best picture: Argo The best award goes to "Argo" for best picture. The movie is about a CIA-Canadian secret operation to extract six American from Tehran during the Iranian revolution. Brilliant directing, acting, and story. The movie is directed and played by Ben Affleck.
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April Movie Releases The Evil Dead
Oblivion
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The Reluctant Fundamentalist
Directed by: Federico Alvarez
Directed by: Joseph Kosinski
Directed by: Brian Helgeland
Directed by: Mira Nair
Starring: Jessica Lucas, Elizabeth Blackmore, Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez, Lou Taylor Pucci
Starring: Tom Cruise, Olga Kurylenko, Andrea Riseborough, Nikolaj Coster Waldau, Melissa Leo, Morgan Freeman Genres: Fantasy / Action / Sci-Fi / Adventure
Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Beharie, T.R. Knight, Alan Tudyk, Christopher Meloni
Starring: Kate Hudson, Kiefer Sutherland, Liev Schreiber, Adil Hussain, Riz Ahmed
Genres: Sports / Drama / Biography
Genres: Drama
Genres: Horror, Thriller, Suspense
Synopsis: In the much anticipated remake of the 1981 cult-hit horror film, five twentysomething friends become holed up in a remote cabin. When they discover a Book of the Dead, they unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess the youngsters in succession until only one is left intact to fight for survival
Dead Man Down
Synopsis: On a future Earth evolved beyond recognition, humanity seeks a new home in the stars. Only one man can find the truth and discover hope for our future. On a spectacular future Earth that has evolved beyond recognition, one man’s confrontation with the past will lead him on a journey of redemption and discovery as he battles to save mankind. Jack Harper is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth. Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack’s mission is nearly complete.
Synopsis: The story of Jackie Robinson, the legendary baseball player who broke Major League Baseball's color barrier when he joined the roster of the Brooklyn Dodgers. 42 stars Harrison Ford as the innovative Dodger's general manager Branch Rickey, the MLB executive who first signed Robinson to the minors and then helped to bring him up to the show, and Chadwick Boseman as Robinson, the heroic African American who was the first man to break the color line in the big leagues.
Home Run
Scary Movie 5
Directed by: Niels Arden Oplev
Directed by: David Boydi
Directed by: Malcolm D. Lee
Starring: Colin Farrell, Noomi Rapace, Terrence Howard, Dominic Cooper
Starring: Scott Elrod, Dorian Brown, Charles Henry Wyson, James Devoti, Nicole Leigh, Drew Waters Genres: Drama / Sports / Baseball Synopsis: Baseball all-star Cory Brand knows what it takes to win in the big leagues. But off the field, with memories of his past haunting him, his life is spiraling out of control. Hoping to save her client’s career and reputation after a DUI and a team suspension, Cory’s agent sends him back to the small town where he grew up. Forced to coach the local youth baseball team and spend eight weeks in the only recovery program in town, Cory can’t wait to return to his old life as quickly as possible. As his young players help him experience the joy of the game, Cory discovers his need to find freedom from his past and hope for his future …
Starring: Ashley Tisdale, Lindsay Lohan, Charlie Sheen, Terry Crews, Kate Walsh, Heather Locklear
Genres: Thriller/Action Synopsis: Colin Farrell and Noomi Rapace star as two strangers whose mutual desire for revenge draws them together and triggers an escalating chain of violence. Victor, a right hand man to an underground crime lord in New York City is seduced and blackmailed by Beatrice, a crime victim seeking retribution. Their intense chemistry leads them spiraling into payback delivered in violent catharsis.
Genres: Action/Adventure/Drama/Historical Synopsis: Snooty, aloof, imperious, and oversexed French dance company director Pierre is putting on a new production. Jody, a Caucasian late-20s mother of two and her late-20s African American friend Kendra are both vying for the lead in the production. Jody's extremely controlling former dancer mother is determined that Jody will have the brilliant career that eluded her. The highly skilled mid30s Diva veteran dancer with the company, Heather Daltry, gets cut from the production and goes berserk.
Synopsis: A young Pakistani man is chasing corporate success on Wall Street. He finds himself embroiled in a conflict between his American Dream, a hostage crisis, and the enduring call of his family's homeland.
The Company You Keep
Directed by: Robert Redford Starring: Robert Redford, Shia LaBeouf, Nick Nolte, Brit Marling, Susan Sarandon, Julie Christie Genres: Romance, Thriller, Suspense
Synopsis: When his real identity is discovered after thirty years underground, a former political activist (Robert Redford) must escape capture and go on the run to save his young daughter’s future by reconciling his own checkered past… April 2013
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Nada Faris
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Fame in the Adriatic Chapter Two
“My lady of Forli.” I I almost swallow my tongue from fear when I turn around. It would have been such a waste if I did because it is Caterina, not my mother, who marches up to me like a soldier of the republic, doing a great disservice to her impeccable beauty by being so furious. The fabric of her black dress flaps with her rapid movement, making the pink lace seem as though it were a jagged brush stroke on a dark canvas. “Have you lost your mind?” Her honey-colored eyes gleam with repugnance. The fifteen-year-old calls Giuseppe the basest of names and chastises me, as if she were older or taller than either of us. What I wouldn’t give to have this much confidence! Caterina was always so beautiful that by the time she was three years old, the villagers started naming their daughters Caterina in reference to her. It should have been my little friend who trained as a professional courtesan, not the dog, Vittoria Rosso. My little friend is now saying, “And with an actor? Who’s a pagan? Have you no shame?” This is after she castigated me for my clothes and before lambasting my public indecency. Someone needed to get her priorities straight. No wonder I mistook her for my mother. They grow more alike each day, and it is unnerving to see this amalgamation, for Caterina is my neighbor and best friend, and friends are meant to be your ticket out of your parents’ supervision. “When you are done slighting me, my lady of Forli, may I have a word with your friend?” Giuseppe is all honey, no sting. I smile. The actor is alive in the boy, always making a dramatic appearance, and because I am so happy with my belated gift, I cannot help but partake in the play. “Oh, Giuseppe, you know very well that Caterina Mocenigo is not a lady.” “She spoke so well of decency you’d think she tended the fire at Vesta. For shame! For shame!” He presses the back of his hand on his forehead, feigning disgrace. “That’s not what I meant.” I muffle my giggles. “Oh?” “No. Only that she isn’t a lady.” www.citypageskuwait.com
“Oh no!” he cries, more as an aside than as a real reaction. He then rubs his chin and takes slow steps as if deep in thought. Now I am laughing. I know what’s coming next, but I still can’t wait to hear him say it: “Is she perhaps a … castrato?” “No, she’s not a man.” It is my turn to look at her and deliver my line. “She’s just a little girl from Benitses who likes to assume the guise of nobles. She’ll grow out of it once she learns that money and prestige are fleeting. Only truth is absolute.” “Bravo! Bravo!” cries the thespian, kneeling on one knee and clapping in my direction. “Flowers and accolades for the educator’s daughter, the one, the only, Maria Botticelli! Applaud, ye men, to show your love!” When random men and women on the street actually stop to applaud, tears seep out of my eyes, and my laughter echoes inside the belly of the well. Caterina, of course, is livid. She doesn’t understand Giuseppe like I do. She only sees the bad, never the good. Well, it is her loss. I clutch my coveted book. It is only Giuseppe in the whole wide world who knows the real me.
II Even my dad falls short in this area. He knew I liked science so he bought me Galen’s books. But I hate Galen himself for he thinks that women are men turned inside out, and as such, it makes us lesser creatures, more deformed than excessive. Even though my father followed the teachings of Leon Battista Alberti, who encourages men to treat their women with kindness, and even though he taught me to read and write and introduced me to male knowledge, and even though he was a kind and generous father, and even though he himself encouraged me to pursue my dream, he still never really fathomed the depth of my personality. Giuseppe, on the other hand, pays his brother to go to Venice to buy me one of my favorite books from the most prestigious printing presses in the world. He doesn’t just know me; he allows me to be me. As Ludovico Foscarini was to Isotta, Giuseppe is to me. So every once in a while I allow him the attention he desires as he plays out his scenes. Caterina is now attempting to drag me. To tease her, Giuseppe grabs my other arm and pulls me in the opposite direction, ludicrously suggesting they tear me in the middle and divide me between them. “Come on, Giuseppe, you’ve had your fun, now unhand me. Caterina is a gift from God, in fact, for I need to be out of this dress before Mother wakes up.” “But that’s what I’ve been trying to say!” Caterina yells. “Your mother is up, and
{Literature/Short Stories} she’s seething!” “What? Why?” Even Giuseppe has stopped fooling about. His back is straight, his face is serious, and he awaits Caterina’s response with anticipation. Caterina breathes through her nostrils. “I’ll tell you when we change your clothes. Come on, we don’t have much time to waste.” “It is a suitor?” Giuseppe’s suggestion takes me by surprise. “No, of course not.” I look to Caterina for confirmation, but she doesn’t affirm my dismissal, so my heart begins to race up my torso in search of my throat. “It is not! Caterina, tell Giuseppe it is not so.” She doesn’t. “That is a cruel lie that he doesn’t deserve to hear.”
best birthday gift of the century, and I do, I have to go, so I make a mental note of heading to port before first light and to Hades with the scheming Greek. I don’t look back. I run up the path into our village. Now he is yelling in the distance, saying such nonsense as how he will never forget this “slight,” and how I shall be severely punished once I become Mrs. Nini, the blessed wife of the actor prince, the most beloved by everything. God, I hate that man. “Is it true?” I ask my friend. “Like really true? There is a suitor?” “You think I was performing in one of your sordid plays? Yes. It’s true. And you honestly need to grow up and realize that you are sixteen now, a woman in a society with its own rules and moral decorum.”
“Maria, he needs to hear this, and maybe hearing it yourself will be good for you. Yes, your mother found you a suitor. He will be at Church this morning. This is why you cannot go there looking like this, and it is why you shouldn’t be wasting time on an impossible union. Come. Let’s not tarry further. And you,” she points at Giuseppe, “will say your farewell and address her with respect when next you lay your eyes upon her. If you truly love her, you’ll want her to have what’s best.”
“For Christ’s sake, Caterina, you make it sound like we are living in the past. This is the modern age now. The age of innovation! The age of groundbreaking discoveries! Did you know that Columbus discovered a New World? That the universe has no center? And when Gutenberg invented the printing press, he spread knowledge like The Black Death spreads grief, and yet, all I ever hear in Benitses is how a lady should behave, whom to marry, and when to deliver! Life can never be the same again after all these inventions. It can only move forward now. It can only be different, modern. And do you know what modern women are doing while men are trying to reach the stars? They dream of owning a villa in the Città di Corfù! I hate the city. I hate the nobility. I hate conventions and rules and decorum. And most of all, I hate marriage.”
I am petrified. Giuseppe leaving me, forever? Why? For a man I never met? All because I turned sixteen last night. So much for my dandelion. So much for my freedom. These people will force a man upon me like I am naked without, like they have nothing else to do, and all because I lost my father, the only patriarch whose words would sway them.
“You spend ten minutes with that fiend and you start to sound like him, Maria. Giuseppe is bad for you. He tells you he hates all these things because he is hated by them first. He will never, not in a thousand years, buy a house in the City of Corfu and rub shoulders with the Corfiote upper classes who own houses on different islands and eat meat and fowl, instead of stinking fish.”
I hate my mother. I hate how weak and suckered by society she is. And Caterina? God, I hate Caterina for doing this to Giuseppe. His crestfallen features look so alien, so unlike him. I tug on his open shirt. He grabs my elbow and pulls me to the side, telling Caterina to stop where she stands to allow us some privacy. He is all serious now. None of his playfulness remains.
“Well, and so what?”
“It is not a lie, Maria. Look, I’m sorry, Giuseppe, but you always knew you were never meant for her.” “Caterina!” I can’t believe what she is saying. The words are so horrible to touch and even worse to restrain.
III “Forget about them, Maria. Come with me.” “What are you talking about?” “Remember how I told you just now that this is the last you’ll see of me?” I think back, and at first it doesn’t register. “Just moments ago when I gave you the book.” Yes, now I remember. “I meant it, I wasn’t being dramatic. I’m going to work with Arturo on the ship. We leave tomorrow, at first light. I’ll be gone for a while, so how about you come with me? Let’s live out our own Odyssey together.” Wait. Come again? He was planning to leave me? Tomorrow? And here I was thinking how poor and deflated my little thespian prince had seemed? Um. OK. I throw the book in his face and sprint on home with Caterina. The Grecian ghoul yells behind me that he will wait for me at port’til first light with my birthday gift so I should come whether I want to run away or not. If I want the
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“So think. You are sixteen! Life doesn’t go backwards, only forwards, and it is time for you to really think about where the next part of your life is heading.” We pass by buildings until we reach ours. Between my house and Caterina’s is a vacant home whose owners were suspected of the pox three years ago. They were all dragged in a carriage and dropped in a shabby hospital at the edge of our village a little distance from the well that swallowed my Galen, which I have christened: “The Well of Knowledge.” Uncle Dominick and his family are sequestered in a wing marked “Do Not Enter.” In other parts of the republic, a secluded hospital will not be built so close to human life and will certainly not use sections to operate on the uninfected, but the underprivileged abide by a different set of universal laws. I stood agape as Uncle Dominick, his wife, and seven children were handcuffed and driven away, just because Uncle Dominick bragged about visiting The New World and then came down with a cold, leading the authorities to believe that he was bitten by a Winchester goose, which isn’t at all a goose, by the way. It’s the adults’ pet name for syphilis. “Better cruelty than contagion,” my father had said, even though he knew it wasn’t the pox. I was thirteen years old at the time, and it frightened me whenever I passed by the empty place whose wooden rooftop tilted, taunting our trust, making us think: Oh, now it will crumble, and whoever’s inside will be squashed to smithereens. But when I stop at Caterina’s to reflect upon our neighbor’s supposedly empty house, I get gooseflesh. “Caterina…there’s someone in there.”
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BOOK CLUB Breaking Dawn
As we started 2013 with a great love story that warmed all our hearts, we begin the month of April with the grand finale of the most intense book of the Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn. This book was turned into two separate movies on the big screen because of how much details and the complexity of the story’s ever changing events. What was so interesting about this book was that it was more detailed than any of the other three books. Breaking Dawn is about 800 pages long, divided into three books, the first one and the last one both written with Bella’s thoughts as well as the rest of the previous books, however book two in this particular part is written with Jacob’s thoughts, which gives the reader a bit of an insight into how this werewolf-man thinks and feels about everything that is happening around him so soon and that is one of the many reasons they had to turn the book into a two part motion picture. Another interesting aspect about this book is that between all the Twilight books, this one had the highest number of vampires; with a total of 10 clans from all over the world including the Cullens. And the story ends like this: After finally sorting out the love triangle then Edward and Jacob putting all the fights and misunderstanding behind them, Edward and Bella as well as their families and friends celebrated their love by having a traditional wedding for a very extraordinary couple. Edward’s condition for turning Bella into a vampire was marrying him and so she did, because she wanted to be forever with him so in her mind there was no point in waiting. Also, she couldn’t wait to stop aging and being the same temperature as Edward. Edward then takes Bella on the most romantic honeymoon any newlyweds have ever see, on a private island in the Caribbean until an unexpected pregnancy two weeks into their honeymoon threatens to suck the life out of Bella. She fights to keep the baby inside of her and so ignoring all the pleadings from the Cullens. Then the Cullens and Jacob are faced by the horrifying tragedy of her death, which then turns into a rescue procedure to turn her into a vampire. Her www.citypageskuwait.com
extraordinary baby Renesme is born after that, with very special gift similar to her father’s, however in a much more fascinating manner. Jacob was prepared to murder the baby that killed the love of his life or so he thought, only to discover that he imprinted (an involuntary response in which a shape-shifter finds his soul mate) on the baby and is bond by that forever to protect her and so his wolf pack has to stand down and not hurt her or the Cullens. As the baby is fast growing, one of the sisters from the Denali clan sees the baby, and assumes it’s an immortal child then outs them to the Voltury, which prepares for war to take the whole family down and in return, take Alice and Edward because of their special powers; the power of seeing the future and the power of hearing thoughts. As a defensemechanism and not purposelyintended, Carliele prepared for war and gathered his friends from all over the world to witness that Renesme is not an immortal child (baby vampires who has no control over their thirst), but she is a half human, half vampire child, that grows every day. She wins them over one by one with her extraordinary gifts. Renesme is not the only one discovering her new gifts; Bella discovered that she has the shield talent that helps her shield anybody that she wants, from her thoughts or from physically hurting her. We witness once again, how vampires and werewolves unite to help defend the innocent child and themselves. After all the stressful emotions, Edward and Bella finally have their happily ever after. And finally, after discovering her talent, Bella could show Edward how much she loved him from the beginning and he could feel and see everything she was thinking during those early beginning of their relationship. “Now you know,” I said lightly, and shrugged. “No one has ever loved anyone as much as I love you.” “You are almost right.” He said, his eyes still a little wider than usual. “I know of just one exception.” Bella & Edward He was her forever and she was his
Next Month...
Next month I will be reviewing of my favorite books by one of my favorite author, Paulo Coelho, his book Inspirations. Can you imagine, combining parts of all of your favorites books in one average sized book and sharing it with your friends? Well, Paulo has done that, only what was very special is the way he organized those selections of Classical Literature. Stay Tuned.
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April Book Releases Here is a look at some of the books that publishers are pushing for April 2013.
All That Is
Life After Life
When James Salter publishes a book, avid readers notice. This is his first in seven years, since Last Night, a collection of short stories. He has not published a novel in many more years. This novel is just 304 pages, but it spans a lifetime. It tells the story of a World War II veteran who becomes a book editor after the war. It is an inside glimpse in an intimate and very different publishing industry, but it is also a story about the ins and outs of love. In this case, about a character who cannot hold onto it. This is a title literary critics were talking about 6 months before publishing.
The books in Kate Atkinson's Jackson Brodie series, such as One Good Turn and When Will There Be Good News, are favorites here. Here newest novel is a departure from the series. Life After Life tells the story of Ursula Todd, who dies and is reborn again and again from 1910 until World War II. I honestly cannot imagine how this plot will work (how does a newborn even know it has died and been reborn?), but Atkinson is a brilliant writer, so I am intrigued to see what she does with this premise.
The Interestings
Equilateral
The Interestings by Meg Wolitzer looks at six friends who became very close at a camp for artistically talented kids when they were 15. While some were very successful with their talent, others were not. They are 30 now, and the novel takes a look at what has changed and what hasn't, and the ways art, power, envy and money can affect friendships.
Equilateral by Ken Kalfus is set in Egypt at the turn of the twentieth century. A British scientist has evidence that more highly evolved creatures live on Mars and gets funding to build a giant triangular structure in the Egyptian desert to communicate with them. Sound science fiction? It actually is not so much about the alien premise as about relationships between people -- difficulty between the scientist and Egyptian workers, a love triangle, and other complications.
Maya's Notebook
Montaro Caine
Chilean author Isabel Allende is known for her historical fiction that takes place in Latin America. Maya's Notebook, however, takes place in the present day. The story involves drugs and assassins.
Sidney Poitier is best known as an actor and director, but he has also published two autobiographies. His second, The Measure of a Man, was chosen for Oprah's Book Club in 2007. Now, at the age of 80, Poitier is publishing his first novel, Montaro Caine.
Crush
The Program
James Salter
Meg Wolitzer
Isabel Allende
Nicole Williams A football fantasy. A giant diamond. The modern-day Romeo and Juliet are taking their relationship to the next level. . . . Jude and Lucy are happily engaged, but that doesn't mean life's a bed of roses. Once again, the hottest couple around is torn apart, this time by football training and a summer job. Now it's Jude with the trust issues. Will Lucy's lifechanging news bring them back together or end their relationship for good? Can love triumph forever?
Kate Atkinson
Ken Kalfus
Sidney Poitier
Suzanne Young
Sloane knows better than to cry in front of anyone. With suicide now an international epidemic, one outburst could land her in The Program, the only proven course of treatment. Sloane’s parents have already lost one child; Sloane knows they’ll do anything to keep her alive. She also knows that everyone who’s been through The Program returns as a blank slate. Because their depression is gone—but so are their memories. April 2013
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Nadia Al-hassan is a student in Ireland, studying Journalism. She is passionate about writing stories and poetry. Nadia loves helping people with her stories. She believes that words are so beautiful and powerful.
“Have you made your mind up yet?” they asked me. But the problem was, I hadn’t made up my mind yet. My mind was full of thoughts flying around, my heart was aching and I was afraid. I looked up and gazed at the stars, the world was an exciting place to live in and as beautiful as this life may be, it is also cruel and dark. Emotions can jump and your feelings can change, you are happy and then all of a sudden you can taste your salty tears and the stinging pain won’t go away. I knew what it felt like to have everything taken away from you and by now, I knew what depression really meant.
They teach you to never give up in life, they tell you keep fighting. But what they don’t teach you is that there is only so much you can take because when you have fought hard and held on for so long, you lose who you used to be and you start to forget all the beauty in this world. But, I was strong. I had so much to look forward to, I yearned for love and for happiness, and I craved comfort and health. I closed my eyes and pictured the future that I so desperately wanted. No, I wasn’t going to give up just yet.
Sometimes, I would dream of places and new faces. I dreamt of a world where fear didn’t exist and every single day was filled with laughter. Was there any escape? I had a decision to make and I knew it would change my whole life, for good or for worse. But I was tired, my mind was sick of having to go through this emotional pain. My body was exhausted and the physical pain was too much to bear. My heart had enough, it was crying out for help. I was young, I had my whole life ahead of me. I had plans, adventures to go on and memories to make. I didn’t want to leave this world but as I looked up, I lost myself for a while, I found comfort whenever I saw the dark sky and the bright stars.
“I love you, mom,” I whispered as I looked down at my hand as it started to itch from the injections. I hated the smell of the hospital and doctors made me nervous, I never felt safe there. But, I was ready.
As I looked behind me, they all watched me with sad eyes, waiting for my answer. My brother buried his face into his hands and wept. I didn’t dare look at my mother because I wasn’t ready to see the pain on her face. Everyone was scared, so was I.
“Yes, I have made my mind up. I want to go through with the surgery again,” I said. I had hope and I was positive that this time, I’d get better. April 2013
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Shares a kinship with animals of all sizes and species. Life mission is to care for Kuwait’s forgotten animals, spread awareness and empathy. Views herself as a risk taker with a coffee addiction.
Education is the Key We often get asked why we don’t expand the K’S PATH Animal Shelter to accommodate more animals. The simple answer is because it will have no impact on the greater problem of pet overpopulation. Although the shelter is a very important part of K’S PATH and the service we provide of shelter and care to animals in need is essential to the community, it does not actually provide a solution to homeless animals. The reality is that if all K’S PATH did was operate an animal shelter, it would be having very little impact on the animal welfare issue in Kuwait. For this reason, K’S PATH focuses on the two main areas that have the largest impact on animal welfare and that is humane and effective animal control and Education. Education is the key activity that will have the largest and lasting impact on animals in Kuwait. In its effort to promote humane education, K’S PATH hired a Director of Programs in 2011 that has worked tirelessly to develop a Kindergarten through Twelfth grade curriculum that teaches Compassion and Kindness and Environmental Awareness. Replete with lesson plans, activity recommendations and special AV teaching aids, our syllabus blends classroom learning and presentations with group and community projects for experiential learning. As part of our ongoing Environment and Humane Animal Education Program, the syllabus aims to generate awareness about the ethical and humane treatment of animals, their natural habitat and the importance of environmentally friendly practices in the best interest of animal and bird species. Our approach combines global experience in animal welfare with the need to protect local species and Kuwait’s unique marine and desert biome. We cover a wide range of topics such as the five freedoms of animals, responsible pet ownership, habitat protection, migratory bird protection, marine conservation, the impact of waste on wildlife, responsible waste management including recycling, and farm animals and food sources. Each module familiarizes children with Kuwait’s bio-diversity – indigenous species, extinct and endangered species, and the threat to species illegally traded in Kuwait. We also organize educational field trips for schools and youth groups to the shelter to acquaint them with animal welfare, basic animal care and community work through our volunteer program. We are happy to report that K’S PATH has been very active on the education front. Since academic year 2011-2012 to date, K’S PATH has visited over 20 private and public schools and universities and conducted over 30 educational sessions reaching over 6000 students. The sessions acquainted students with Kuwait’s rich marine ecosystem, the impact of
waste on marine life and migratory birds, basic animal care, and the importance of waste management and recycling. One of our most recent and most successful events was Animal Awareness Week held at the American Creativity Academy for girls in March. Following a fun-filled week of classroom learning, craft projects and fundraising activities, the school successfully raised over 500KD for K’S PATH. Guided by faculty member Ms Cathy Al Qattan , each of the 25 classes ‘adopted’ an animal rescued or living at the K’S PATH Shelter to learn about. We provided the classes with photographs, background information, habitat and basic care of their ‘adopted’ animals. The students learnt about the challenges faced by Kuwait’s bio-diversity and domesticated animals, how the community can help protect animals, and designed informative bulletin boards to share the story of their respective animal. Each grade level also designed and conducted their very own fundraiser, with games or items selling for 250 fils. On the final day of the Week, seven animals from K’S PATH visited the school to meet and interact with the students. This included Kim and Jolie the dogs, Vader the tortoise, Oliver the goat, Walter and Arthur the ducks and Hercules the hamster. They were accompanied by K’S PATH staff members and a senior volunteer. We conducted three special educational sessions for over 600 students to talk about animal care, answer students’ queries and thank them for their great efforts in raising funds to provide care, medicines and food for the shelter animals. Children took turns feeding the goat, playing with the dogs and meeting the hamster and tortoise, being mindful of the importance of understanding animal behavior and handling animals with compassion. It is the expansion of these activities that will change the hearts and minds of people in Kuwait and improve the welfare situation for all species ranging from our pets to migratory birds. We hope to continue to expend our education program and reach many more students. If you would like to learn more about our education program please visit our website at www.kspath.org or e-mail us at info@kspath.org April 2013
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CityPages Managing Editor. Worked as PR and Marketing Consultant for Kuwait's major companies and elite products who serve to Divas. The Creator of I'm a Diva Event and Fashion shows, well-connected socialite, bringing experience, engaging personality and international flair to serve Divas. Every woman has an inner Diva and all women deserve to have a fabulous Life & Style. A Life of a Diva is all about you ladies and your perfect lifestyle! Always have a positive outlook and be always outfitted for success… This month our Diva “Abeer Alabduljalil” visits Cavalli Caffè the newest go-to location for those who enjoy a stylish and fashionable setting appreciate an experience defined by pleasure, relaxation and entertainment.
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The Cavalli Caffè is the newest go-to location for those who enjoy a stylish and fashionable setting, appreciate an experience defined by pleasure, relaxation and entertainment. Located in the most elegant and sophisticated cities worldwide, the Cavalli Caffè treasures the designer’s passion for sensuality and elegance, his everlasting quest for beauty and his renowned combinations of fine materials and iconic prints. Great attention to detail was dedicated to the creation and fulfillment of the Cavalli Caffè, decorated with unique elements created personally by Roberto Cavalli and inspired by the interior design present in his homes, his boutiques and his Cavalli Clubs where the textiles and elements of décor are carefully selected in order to convey the exclusivity and prestige
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of the Cavalli style. Conceived to stimulate and inspire every moment of the day, the Cavalli Caffè offers an elegant and refined menu. From breakfast to dinner, from lunch to aperitif, from coffee break to after-dinner drinks, the Cavalli Caffè atmosphere enables its clients to savour different moments throughout their day in an intimate and classic setting where the cuisine proposes a wide range of traditional Italian products and flavours. A gourmet selection defined by its exclusive quality and prepared by esteemed chefs able to combine natural flavors and ingredients with rich and sophisticated specialties. Where else other than Cavalli café Kuwait will be the right place to spot Divas of Kuwait! It was the place to spoil myself and feel the uniqueness…
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MONTHLY MUSIC SCOOP By: DJ RAVEN
Music Buzz
Music Releases for April
Psy launches Gangnam Style followup Gentleman at live Seoul concert More than 160,000 watch online as South Korean rapper performs single which he hopes will emulate international hit
Shakira Sued By ExManager For $100 Million
Artist: Brad Paisley Title: Wheelhouse Genre: Country
Artist: Tyler, The Creator Title: Wolf Genre: Alternative Hip-Hop
Artist: British Sea Power Title: Machineries of Joy Genre: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock
Artist: New Kids on the Block Title: 10 Genre: Pop, dance-pop, pop rock
Artist: James Blake Title: Overgrown Genre: Electronica, post-dubstep, soul
Artist: Deep Purple Title: Now What?! Genre: Hard rock, heavy metal
Artist: Michael BublĂŠ Title: To Be Loved Genre: Pop, adult contemporary
Artist: Phoenix Title: Bankrupt! Genre: Alternative Rock
Artist: The Band Perry Title: Pioneer Genre: Country
In the suit, filed on April 12 in California Superior Court, de la Rua claims that the global success of Shakira, whose real name is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, "was not simply luck," but rather, "the result of a hard-fought battle to conquer the music world that Mebarak and de la Rua fought together as business partners."
Justin Bieber's 37 Million Twitter Followers 53 Percent Fake, Site Claims
The website Socialbakers claims more than half of Bieber's Twitter-leading followers are spam accounts.
Bruno Mars Lands Fifth Hot 100 No. 1 With 'When I Was Your Man' Bruno Mars' "When I Was Your Man" advances 2-1 on the Billboard Hot 100, granting the pop singer/songwriter his fifth leading title. It also marks just the second No. 1 in the chart's more than five-decade history for a song featuring piano and vocals exclusively.
Jon Bon Jovi's Apartment on the Market For $42 Million The 7,400-square-foot duplex in Soho features a Zen garden, two chef's kitchens and a private screening room. www.citypageskuwait.com
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1. To Be Loved ~ Michael BublĂŠ
1. All the Little Lights - Passenger
1. The Next Day ~ David Bowie
2. Paramore ~ Paramore
2. Paramore - Paramore
2. Native ~ OneRepublic
3. Wheelhouse (Deluxe Version) 3. Unorthodox Jukebox - Bruno Mars (Limited Edition) ~ Brad Paisley
4. Pitch Perfect (Original Motion
4. The 20/20 Experience ~ Justin
Picture Soundtrack) - Various Artists
Timberlake
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5. Duets ~ Paul Anka
James Blake
3. Love For Levon ~ Various Artists 4. Wiser For The Time ~ The Black Crowes 5. What About Now ~ Bon Jovi
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U.S. Singles Top 40 1 2 3
Thrift Shop Macklemore, Ryan Lewis & Wanz
When I Was Your Man Bruno Mars
Suit & Tie Justin Timberlake & Jay-Z
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Harlem Shake
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Just Give Me A Reason
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Baauer
P!nk & Nate Ruess
Radioactive Imagine Dragons
Started From The Bottom Drake
The Way
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Ariana Grande & Mac Miller
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Rihanna & Mikky Ekko
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Pitbull & Christina Aguilera
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Justin Timberlake
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Macklemore, Ryan Lewis & Ray Dalton
Stay Feel This Moment Mirrors Can't Hold Us
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I Knew You Were Trouble
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Sweet Nothing
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F**kin Problems
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Ho Hey
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Pour It Up
18 19 20
Taylor Swift
Calvin Harris
A$AP Rocky
Lumineers
Rihanna
Love Me Lil Wayne, Drake & Future
Carry On Fun.
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The Only Way I Know
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On March 1-3, 2013 National Conservatory and Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) in Dubai held GCC Music Competition. The event was held under patronage and with great support of the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Culture, Youth & Community Development and powerful Dubai Media City. Competition consisted from two stages and Final Concert with Prize Giving Awards. Almost 50 competitors, from all GCC countries of more than twenty origins, played on different instruments entered at 8:00 a.m. on March 1, the Competition stage. They were competing in fourth age groups in front of international Jury from nine well known musicians from Italy, US, Belgium, Czech, Germany, Russia, Syria, Egypt and – UAE. The Chairman was Director and Conductor of Orchestra, Riad Kudsi – founder of the competition. Three of them represented Kuwait. They are all students of the Kuwait Music Academy. They won three 1stPrizes and one 2nd Prize in their categories. We are very proud to recognize their success as outstanding. Pianist Rania Saidi won with brilliant Chopin Minute Waltz 1st Prize on the 1st category (The Youngest). In 2nd category (above 10) the 1st Prize went to pianist Teji Wang for Beethoven Sonata in F Minor. Teji Wang won also 1st Prize on Flute. The 2nd Prize in 3rd Category (over 15) won by Jason Chen (Chopin Revolutionary Study and Polonaise in C), recognized by the audience as the best pianist of the competition. Our winners from Kuwait played also Concertos with accompanying them their teachers, couple of excellent pianist – Kinga and Karol Masternak. (Flute teacher of Teji is known in Kuwait Bulgarian musician, Preslav Petkov.)
Fajer Al-Mazidi Expanding music talents in Kuwait One of the few establishments of its kind has renowned professionals helping students grow and increase their musical talent www.citypageskuwait.com
Organizers wrote in the competition’s program brochure important words: “We are continuing the efforts to nationalize the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra, while spreading musical culture among the ethnically diverse population of the UAE and GCC; in order to create more regional cooperation.” A key objective of the Festival and competition is the encouragement and development of young musicians in the UAE, GCC and internationally; thus we hold the GCC competition in conjunction with the Emirates International Peace Music Festival for young virtuosos. The first prizewinners in each category and instrument got the opportunity to perform at the Winner Concert on March 3rd, 2013 and the Laureate – Grand Prix Holder had the opportunity to perform with EYSO and Guest orchestras during the Festival. The Guests Orchestras at 2013 festival are Korea National Youth Ensemble & Soloists and Premier Music College of Prague Orchestra (Czech Republic).
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About Kuwait Music Academy: Started in continuation of the great tradition of musical excellence established by Kuwait’s Treasure of Talents, and the Kuwait Chamber Philharmonic, Cezary and Anne Owerkowicz, along with young Kuwaiti entrepreneur Fajer Al-Mazidi, the Kuwait Music Academy (KMA) was founded. The first academy of its kind in the Gulf region, the school was established exactly 20 years after the initial launching of the Young Musician Program at the Kuwait Chamber Philharmonic. Fajer Al-Mazidi herself was one of the many young students of the program, almost ten years ago, learning piano under the tutelage of Cezary Owerkowicz himself, and earning her place as one of his most favored students. She went on to study Business Management and Finance at Kuwait University, which would later come in handy when it came to establishing and running the Kuwait Music Academy.
Expand: The idea occurred to start the school a year ago, so they began to take the necessary steps to establish such an institution. It is an attempt to develop the great musical resource that already exists in Kuwait with the help of highly academic polish teachers who studied in the most famous music schools
Theory : The school offers courses in music theory, piano, vocals, and jazz, but plans to expand later to include violin , guitar and flute, and eventually include a full orchestra. The current staff include Cezary and Anna Owerkowicz, both of whom are professors of piano, both graduated of the Chopin Academy, with distinction, as well as Kinga and Karol Masternak, who graduated from the Music Academy in Poland. Dr. Oana Andrea Severin who graduated from Enescu University, Romania, will be teaching violin, jazz and vocals, whilst Piotr Podemski (M.A., Chopin Music University) also teaches piano. The academy, which opened Saturday, Sept 8 2012, fills a hole in the market where there is no consistent professional musical training in Kuwait at all age and skill levels. The academy exists both to harness the talents of young musicians, as well as help garner and develop the tastes who simply have a love for music. Currently, 100 students are enrolled, and the program has seen students from as many as 35 different countries of origins.
Program: Many of the students of the Treasure of Talents program have gone on and continued in their path of musical excellence, in prestigious music school in Europe, and won acclaimed prizes such as the Chopin Grand Prix. The program runs on the International Exams of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, London, UK, which are run under the patronage of Queen Elizabeth II. The program also works in association with the Warsaw Music academy, to run the Chopin Grand Prix on an annual basis in Kuwait. As such, in keeping with the great legacy they have created in Kuwait, more students are now being provided with the opportunity to receive formal musical training alongside their studies, and receive instruction from fully trained professionals at a very high level. This, along with the semiannual opportunities for students to showcase their talents in the program’s competitions, is Cezary and Anna’s way of ensuring that talents in Kuwait are allowed full space to grow and flourish, in order to compete on an international scale in the near future. April 2013
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Koji, a well-hidden restaurant but definitely worth looking for by those in search of good Japanese food
Just like some things are worth waiting for, good food is worth searching for. Koji Japanese Restaurant is one of those places. Hidden behind the HSBC Tower in Qibla area.
By Claudia Lozano The Japanese restaurant opened its new doors last October and we at CityPages got the chance to go and taste their menu. As we walked past their outside sitting are, we were welcomed by ladies in red kimonos who showed us to out table and brought us a nice warm green tea to kick off our night. They brought us some menus with a wide variety of choices, from appetizers, soups, salads, all the way to maki, sushi and sashimi. They also brought www.citypageskuwait.com
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us an iPad, which had all the pictures of their menu. This is a great idea because, even though a food is appreciated for its taste, it is through the eyes one gets to see how appealing a dish might be. As we waited for our dishes, we could see other areas the restaurant had to offer, a sushi bar and a live station table, which we got to sit at the for our last course. The first dish we shared was the Kani Crab Salad. Made with thin slices of sweet peach, avocado, crunchy lettuce and crispy thin onion strips with thin crispy crabsticks. One of our team members, Mohamed Al-Sharrah, said he hasn’t been able to find this kind of salad anywhere in Kuwait, and was happy to have found it at Koji. We then had Kani Furai. These lightly breaded crabsticks came with a honey ume sauce that was sweet, light and creamy. The guys thought the Kani Furai was less crunchy than what they are used to, but I thought it was a good combination because it was crunchy enough, which didn’t take away from the softness of the crabstick. The guys also ordered Edamame, which we all recommend as a great starter. The beans came quickly April 2013
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and boiled to perfection. As you pealed them, the beans had a bright green color to them. They were very good with the spicy sauce they came with, which along with the crunch; it brought out the earthy flavors of the beans. This is a great healthy appetizer that we recommend you try. Shrimp Tempura is a must on all Japanese restaurants. Koji’s shrimp tempura came with a slice of lemon on the side, had a light batter and was well fried. The crust was light and crunchy and the shrimp was well cooked inside. WE would also recommend their Koji Platter. It came with fresh pink slices of salmon and a variety of different rolls, among them a California a roll. The presentation of the platter was very appealing and inviting. We all shared the different rolls, taking in the slices of ginger with a little soy sauce in between rolls to reset our palates in anticipation of the new rolls to come. Salmon Edomae Sushi and the Hamachi Negi were good as well. The salmon and Hamachi were both fresh, nice taste. I liked the Hamachi Negi better because it had avocado slides and raw onion, somehow the combination worked well. When we got the Sensei Platter it was evident this platter was a fish only platter. It came salmon, which we had tried before, smoked salmon made into a roll with capers and onion. The platter also came with fresh pink tuna, hamour fish rolled up with thing slices of peach and three kinds of caviar, one of them with a wasabi flavor, served on cucumber tubes. The one I liked the best was the eel that came with the skin on covered by a sweet think sauce sprinkled with sesame seeds. If you like different kinds of fish, this is the platter for you. Then we moved to the live show station, where our chef Robert was waiting. Between the clacking of the www.citypageskuwait.com
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steel spatula and the sizzling of the grill, our chef started making music as he cooked. He started by placing some eggplants, sweet potatoes, zucchini, chicken and shrimp. We were all eagerly watching his every move as we made some tricks with the salt and peppershaker, along with the spatula and a knife. Chef Robert told us it took him a year to learn all the tricks, “and a lot of practice,” he added with a smile. He was very funny and charming, which made the live cooking show more engaging. Towards the end he pulled out some butter squares, beef and a salad made out with green and red sweet peppers, carrots and soy sauce. The show’s production was amazing, and so was the smell coming from the grill. By the time we got to try, everything was cooked nicely. The chicken had a nice sear, which helped to keep all its juices inside. The beef was tender with a little bit of garlic to bring out its flavor and the shrimp was nicely cooked. We finished our meal marathon with a nice vanilla fried ice cream and a green tea ice cream served with azuki bean, chocolate and mint, which was very refreshing. Whether you come here with family, friends or alone, Koji’s menu gives you an extensive variety of dishes to try from. The presentation of each dish is clean and appealing, with enough portions to share or get a platter which will satisfy your cravings. Their staff is very welcoming and eager to recommend upon request. We at CityPages enjoyed a nice dinner and would recommend Koji Japanese Restaurant any day.
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Indulge, be Mangaawy at Scoop A Cone Introducing this season’s hottest flavor. Scoop A Cone features the richness and sweetness of the Alphonso mango in many different ways, bringing you many tasty treats based on this fantastic fruit. By Claudia Lozano
As the temperature rises in Kuwait, it’s hard not to crave something cold, and Scoop A Cone has exactly what your taste buds are craving — Alphonso Mango. CityPages visited the newest location of Scoop A Cone in Salmiya, Aknan Tower, Street 6, Block 3. This is a great location were students, young adults, and women can come, relax and enjoy their free Wi-Fi, outside seating area or spend some chill time inside where the air conditioner is pumping as well as the pop songs. The atmosphere and staff are friendly, and the walls and seats covered in creamy tones, makes the ambiance more relaxed and welcoming. Everyday the secret concoctions of the Alphonso Mango, and other flavors, make their way to all Scoop A Cone locations. If you need more reasons to visit Scoop A Cone, remember they are known for serving Gelato, not ice cream. Ice cream is pumped with air, which makes the www.citypageskuwait.com
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ice cream softer, easier to scoop, but also it melts quicker. A Gelato, because it is not pumped with air, can still hold its density and firmness without melting or loosing its smoothness. Gelato is richer in flavor, it’s wholesome, made with natural flavoring, smooth, creamier, and they are also lower in calories and fat. This caters to anyone’s craving, men or women, children or adults. Once you eat at Scoop A Cone you’ll notice how ice cream is a thing of the past, Gelato is much more satisfying. That’s exactly why Scoop A Cone is different and proud to bring their Gelato to your palate. Starting in April, until the end of June, all Scoop A Cone locations are bringing Kuwait the tasty flavors of the Alphonso Mango. People don’t need to wait any longer for this seasonal fruit, known to be the best in richness, sweetness and flavor, as it can
be found now in a liquid, solid or smooth forms — Shakes, Bonbons, Mine Cones, G-Pops, Gelato and Yogurt. Their Mango milkshake, served on a tall glass and topped with whipped cream is rich in flavor and smooth, with the perfect creaminess and chill. Although most adults will crave a nice scoop of their mango Gelato, which is also smooth and creamy, their mango yogurt, which is a little bit tangier with a hint of sweet bitterness, is also rich in flavor. Most women and children will be able to enjoy and indulge on their bonbons and mini cones. The bonbons, served as the perfect bite size come on a wooden stick. Their
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mini cones are served on a waffle mini cone, which adds some crunch to the bite. Both have a sweet mango cover that softly breaks as you bite into it, and slowly melts in your tongue, making the richness of the mango flavor be felt on every bite. The mango G-Pop is a mouthful, full of flavor, and its size is as big as its flavor —exquisite. Scoop A Cone is the place to be this spring/summer season, with their private outside seating area, and their eye-catching atmosphere in key locations through out Kuwait — Bairaq Mall, Al Kout Mall, Sea Shell Resort on Julaia, and their two newest locations in Dasma and Salmiya. Even if you don’t crave Alphonso mango, Scoop A Cone has many different flavors you can choose from, from their sugar free strawberry and chocolate to their best selling Ferrero Roche bonbons, which taste as real as the chocolate itself. Don’t want to stop by for a Gelato? They still serve, from 8a.m. until midnight on weekdays or 2a.m. on weekends, hot beverages, freshly toasted sandwiches, cakes, and other light meals. But if you can’t come here, Scoop A Cone can come to you with their catering and delivery options, or take a quick drive to their Dasma location’s drive thru. Scoop A Cone can also come to you. Their friendly staff and convenient colorful Kart can make their way to all sorts of events, and cater for birthday parties, weddings and special occasions. Whether you get them at the store, through a quick drive thru or catered right to you, Scoop A Cone has their customizable Bonbons and amazing Gelato flavors that are sure to satisfy your taste buds anywhere you get them from. You can get in touch with Scoop A Cone by: Facebook.com/ScoopACone Instagram: Scoop_a_cone Contact Number: 22574508 www.citypageskuwait.com
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Zouch is about men's fashion, giving insight on what, how and when to wear. Think of Zouch as your personal fashion consultant. This page relates to all men of all ages as a helping tool to dress with style and edge. Find your own individual style as we push boundaries for you. Rest assured we will keep you updated with all the latest fashion news, men's trends and lots more.
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MOUAWAD LAUNCHES THE FIRST MOUAWAD WATCH LINE
Luxury ladies and men’s timepieces blendingSwiss watchmaking traditionswith Mouawad’s distinct style including the Grande Ellipse Sport—official sponsor of the Mouawad Powerboat Racing Team piloted by Omar Danial
ARMANI JUNIOR 2013 Spring Summer Collection
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vibrant jungles of Asia began our inspiration for this collection, of green and ochre, prowling with clouded leopards and tigers
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Milano Launches New Spring Summer 2013 Collection Unveiling an inspirational women’s footwear range, Milano introduces key trends of the spring summer catwalk to your wardrobe. Embellished wedges, brightly coloured peep toes and glitzy courts and moccasins are all key themes in Milano’s new collection. The Tribal story sees many different silhouettes with embellished wedges, rainbow heels and stacked heels providing a geometric edge in rustic colours. Not only are these available in the traditional wedge and skyscraper heel, but a mid heel in the same range has also been introduced. Tropicana represents the vibrant colours of the season, with bright patent sling backs to the pretty two-colour peep toes. Sitting alongside this range are a variety of brightly coloured bags with chain straps and laser cut style detail.
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Glitz and Glamour incorporates the traditional court shoe with a dazzling modern twist, providing a sprinkling of studs layered onto bright colours. The studded moccasin also makes a comeback this season in a variety of bright summer colours which are sure to get you noticed. For men, colour has been introduced in the boat shoe story, with dark blue and red adding colour to any outfit and the traditional leather sandal comes in varying styles to keep feet looking and feeling cool during the summer. For the more executive look, Milano has a great leather formal shoe range. Milano’s Spring Summer Collection will add style to your look. So why not treat your feet this season at Milano.
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Gap Reveals A Spectrum Of Colored Denim & Khaki For Spring 2013 Gap’s Spring season is all about colour, with a strong focus on denim and khakis. For denim, its everything from a fashion forward ankle grazer new style called Skimmer to an amazing garment dyed canvas, indigo skinnies and printed jeans to everyday denim. The broken-in khakis are available in a variety of pastel colors and will help complete any stylish look of the season. The women’s collection draws inspiration from the casual New York female. Key items include the legging jean skimmer, essential crew sweaters infused with a print or offered in solid, bar stripe in knits and sweaters and iconic dot print available in both woven and knits. A sporty and athletic influence comes through a range of khaki skinny in solid and prints, reversible woven knit hoodies, neon parka, colour block dolman sleeve sweaters and striped tee’s and tanks. For Men, the season’s essential pieces include core pique polos in pop colours, lived in flat front shorts, solid oxfords in washed out pastel colours and slim canvas coloured denims. Essential crews, lived in plaids and washed out checks and patterns complement the look with the Chino story to lend that casual, easy feel. Gap Logo Polo and classic V sweaters are the other must-haves for the season.
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H&M is proud to announce a new partnership for its summer campaign with global superstar Beyoncé. The entertainer, who kicks off her sold out Mrs. Carter Show World Tour on April 15, will appear in television and print ads featuring pieces from the H&M summer collection. The print and outdoor billboards introduce Beyoncé as Mrs. Carter in H&M, reflecting the idea that all women can be all things: strong, vulnerable, maternal, fun, and playful. The clothing will be available beginning of May in H&M stores worldwide and online. “I’ve always liked H&M’s focus on fun and affordable fashion. I really loved the concept
we collaborated on to explore the different emotions of women represented by the four elements – fire, water, earth and wind. It was a beautiful shoot on a tropical island. It felt more like making a video than a commercial,” says Beyoncé. “H&M’s summer campaign starring Beyoncé is an epic fantasy, with glamour and drama. It was amazing to watch her on the shoot make it all look effortless – a quality that makes her such an icon for women around the world. The campaign is the essence of Beyoncé, and also
the essence of H&M this summer,” says Donald Schneider, creative director at H&M. “In the campaign Beyoncé is wearing the key pieces from H&M you need for life in the sun this summer,” says Ann-Sofie Johansson, H&M’s head of design. “There’s the perfect bodycon dress, as well as a flowing sun dress that makes a real statement. And of course there are the bikinis, especially the fringed bikini. What makes these pieces even more special is that Beyoncé herself had input into the design, and they are full of her own personal style.” The summer campaign features swimwear and beachwear pieces as well as a tie-dye bikini from this summer’s H&M for Water collection. Twenty-five percent of sales from the H&M for Water collection will be donated to H&M for WaterAid. Since 2002, H&M’s initiative with WaterAid has raised £2,650,000. The campaign images were shot in Nassau in the Bahamas by photographers Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, while the commercial was directed by Jonas Åkerlund. The commercial highlights the opposing nature of the four basic elements and will be available to view online in its entirety, with edited versions for TV. The commercial also features a new song from Beyoncé, “Standing On the Sun,” which will be available worldwide online and hm.com beginning of May.
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Enjoy a fresh spring with Giordano shorts and tees With temperatures starting to get warmer across the region, Giordano rolls out a new range of shorts and t-shirts ideal to use in this temperate weather. This season, Giordano has designed for men a line of shorts made in cotton and in a variety of shades: from plain Grey, Black, White, Red, Sand, Khaki, Navy and Linen Green to checked pattern in blue and red or blue and grey colour combinations. The men’s shorts are available in a variety of styles and lengths and include details like cargo pockets and waistband drawstrings for better comfort and a more casual look. The men’s look is complemented with 100 per cent cotton graphic short sleeves shirts. These shirts come with slogans like ‘Salute the Ocean’ or ‘Free at Last’ with a unique vintage look. The ladies collection of shorts and t-shirts create a classic and casual outfit for Spring. White, black, khaki and sand shorts can be mixed and matched with a variety of graphic t-shirts. The women’s t-shirts collection features round neck t-shirts made of 100 per cent cotton that comes with vintage pattern slogans. The coloured ‘Free at Last’, ‘Salute the Ocean’ or ‘Pure Heaven’ slogans stand out on a contrasting background available in different solid colours options, from the classic white and black to the brighter yellow, fuchsia and red.
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THE SPRING 2013 MEN’S COLLECTION Coach is pleased to present its Men’s Collection for Spring, inspired by its heritage and roots in artisanal leathers, yet updated with modern form and function. Color and new materials update the core collections. Handsome business
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SPRING 2013 COLLECTIONS FOR WOMEN Inspired by the most iconic styles in the Coach archives, the Legacy collection continues into Spring 2013 with an assortment of classic and updated silhouettes in an array of fresh new colorways. Legacy leathers range from the rich, durable glove-tanned core of the collection – a lightweight update of our original Coach Glove Tanned Cowhide - to luxurious, unexpected textures such the new perforated leather. All come with a pair of raw-cut, handedged Legacy leather tassels.
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MAD FOR MOD: BANANA REPUBLIC AND AMC ANNOUNCE RETURN OF THE “MAD MEN” COLLECTION WITH A MOD-INSPIRED CAPSULE FOR SPRING 2013
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Models & High Society The Scandalous Affair….
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Model: Marina Khan Ladies and gentlemen were in party attire as they attended the CUP CAKES & HIGH HEELS event which took place at THE ONE Tea Lounge CafÊ in Salmiya on the 18th March 2013. The High Society Fashion event included a touch of elegance a mix of style and the scandalous affair between 19 year old Kuwaiti fashion designer Ali Al Saad, celebrated makeup artist Jihad Salmassi and Hair stylist Abeer from Dazzle Beauty Salon. The results had the guests whispering, talking and gossiping. A selection of Ms. Tiffani’s Jewellery pieces were also on display
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Designer: Ali Al Saad Event Organiser: Michelle Johnson Makeup Artist: Jihad Salmassi Hair Stylist: Dazzle Beauty Salon Photographer: Antonio O. Alcantara Photography Assistant: Eric O. Fabro Special Thanks: Marion Schilly - Multi Unit Store Manager THE ONE Fernan Malilay & Mariecris Malilay Location: THE ONE Salmiya
Model: Aryam Ramathan Jewelllery: Tiffani Thomas
THE LOGO ON THE WALL A student presently studying Accounting at the American University of the Middle East remembers a teacher! Ali recalls ‘I did not know who Ms. Johnson was until I received a letter about the fashion event Iszonica Modelling School was organising. The logo was on the top of the page. I was a secondary student at the time when I saw the Iszonica logo painted on the wall in the basement hall. Ms. Johnson had recently joined the school and had organised a fashion and etiquette event with a number of female students. Four years later and here I was going to work with the teacher behind the logo.’ Michelle quotes ‘I feel humbled and blessed that Ali remembered the event. I did not know him as he was a senior student and I was teaching in the middle School but I feel proud today to feature his designs in my event. May Ali continue to aim high and find ways to express his unique designs that set him apart from everyone else.’ Michelle reflects;’ it’s in moments like this where I have the opportunity to help promote individual talent that I find most joy!’ April 2013
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Crazy about car racing and tuned sport cars, a photographer and loves traveling. Follow Mohamed on twitter @alsharrah E-mail alsharrah@me.com
Mohamed Al-Sharrah
Lamborghini Veneno The covers have been taken off the Lamborghini Veneno at the Geneva Motor Show 2013. The Lamborghini Veneno celebrates the Italian brand's 50th anniversary. Only three unique units of the Lamborghini Veneno will be built and sold with more than one million KD plus tax price tag. Despite the extreme price tag, all three units have already been sold! Its design is consistently focused on optimum aerodynamics and cornering stability, giving the Veneno the real dynamic experience of a racing prototype, yet it is fully homologated for the road. With a maximum output of 750 hp, the Veneno accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds and the top speed for this street-legal racing car stands at 355 km/h. The Lamborghini Veneno features a twelve-cylinder power unit with a displacement of 6.5 liters, an extremely fast-shifting 7-speed ISR transmission with 5 driving modes and permanent all-wheel drive, as well as a racing chassis with pushrod suspension and horizontal spring/damper units. Above all, the Veneno benefits from the very special expertise that Automobili Lamborghini possesses in the development and execution of carbon-fiber materials – the complete chassis is produced as a CFRP monocoque, as is the outer skin of this extreme sports car. The inside, also, features innovative, Lamborghini-patented materials, such as Forged Composite and CarbonSkin. Fully in keeping with the tradition of the brand, the name of the Veneno originates
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from a legendary fighting bull. Veneno was the name of one of the strongest and most aggressive fighting bulls ever. He was also famous for being one of the fastest bulls in the history of bullfighting. His name became popular in 1914, when he fatally wounded the famous torero José Sánchez Rodríguez during the bullfight in the arena Sanlúcar de Barrameda’s, Andalusia, Spain. The Lamborghini Veneno celebrates its first public appearance at the 2013 Geneva
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Motor Show. The vehicle on show is the number 0, the Lamborghini test vehicle. Its future has not been determined yet, but it will allow Lamborghini to continue its activity of testing and innovation, both on the road and on the race track. The trilogy made of three unique vehicles will be produced in the course of the year 2013 and handed over to their future owners.
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DMC Ferrari F12 SPIA DMC Germany have officially launched their own unique take on the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, the DMC Ferrari F12 SPIA. The German tuning firm is hoping to capitalise on the success of their Lamborghini Aventador bodykit released last year. The DMC Ferrari F12 SPIA is one of the first Ferrari based projects DMC has taken on. Performance modifications are soft for the moment. The DMC Ferrari F12 SPIA’s power rating increases from 740hp up to 764hp. This allows the Italian supercar to reach speeds of over 350km/h. The power increase is down to a Titanium Exhaust system which also creates a better sound and reduced weight. The DMC Ferrari F12 SPIA gets a complete carbon fiber body kit. The parts include a new front diffuser, lip spoiler, front hood, optional roof scoop, side skirts, rear spoiler lip and a rear diffuser. The parts bolt onto the existing brackets which means that the car can easily be returned to its OEM look. The wheels are 22 inch forged units that hide the a set of sport springs. The wheels measure 9,5×21 and use Pirelli Sport Tires in dimensions 255/30. The rear measures 12×22 with 335/25 tires. DMC can carry out interior refinements too. From Italian fine leathers to carbon fiber, the DMC Ferrari F12 SPIA can be designed to cater for the client’s own individual tastes. Small and medium projects can be carried out in-house, larger projects will involve shipping the car to DMC’s German headquarters.
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{Asnan Entertainment Live} /Book Releases} CityPages magazine has launched a new section ‘Asnan Live’ in collaboration with Asnan Tower to keep its readers updated with events and social activities organized by Asnan Tower regularly. Asnan Tower, being the biggest dental center in the Middle East, supports the social and cultural life in Kuwait. Hence, its very natural that it organises and sponsors variety of events on a regular basis. You will enjoy exploring exciting life of Asnan Tower and this section will enable you to be a part of Asnan family.
Asnan Kids Edutainment Carnival On Thursday, 21st March 2013, Asnan Tower held the biggest ‘kids edutainment carnival’ - a one-of-a-kind event to raise awareness about dental health amongst kids at Asnan Tower in Salmiya. A whole day full of education and entertainment was set for the kids starting from 8:30am to 9:00pm.
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Dr. Abdulaziz Hasan, Pediatric Dentist at Asnan Tower - Giving a brief lecture on Dental Health
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Mawahab Expo. Asnan Tower Sponsored the recently held Mawahab Expo. at the Australian College of Kuwait. 300 talented Kuwaitis participated in seven different categories. Asnan Tower selected top two winners as "ASNAN TALENTS" to support them financially and to give them an opportunity to enhance their skills. The selected talents were: Taiba Idrees - A Young Photographer, and Sowaedna Voluntary Group.
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Salmiya, Salem AlMubarak street - Tel: 2571 4174, Kaifan (Next to University) - Tel: 2482 1666, Salam International Hospital Tel: 2254 1250 / 2254 1280, KOC Hospital - Ahmadi - Tel: 130 ext. 62305, Al-Rashid hospital, Salmiya - Tel: 2561 1925, Sheikh Mishal Complex, Abu Halifa - Tel: 2373 4005, Sief, opposite Sief Palace, Gulf street - Tel: 2247 7257, American University of Middle-East - (AUM) - 2225 1400 ext.1067, Injazat - Tel: 6675 9965, Discovery Mall, Child Care centre, Kuwait International Airport (Duty Free), Salhiya (Opp. Salhiya plaza) - Tel: 60417001, Jahra Awtad Mall - Tel: 222 44 237, Investment Bank Mezzanine floor, Mangaf coastal highway Tel. 66994352, Salhiya - Next to Chilis - Tel: 6041 7001
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SECOND CUP Kuwait has been selected as the Franchisee Partner of the year for the 3rd consecutive year DURING SPECIALTY COFFEE RETAILOR’S INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2013 Second Cup Kuwait was recently reselected as the FRANCHISEE PARTNER OF THE YEAR for the third consecutive year and the Sales Award for the second consecutive year during Second Cup’s annual International Conference which was held in Qatar in February 2013. Competing against 16 international markets, Second Cup Kuwait was still selected for the awards which were a result of the exceptional growth both in terms of outlets and sales. Organized by Canada’s largest specialty coffee retailer’s main Headquarters in Mississauga, Canada, the Conference will be held on an annual basis to discuss franchisee’s yearly business plans, strategies, vision and objectives. The awards were received by Mr. Zoulfikar Idriss, Operations Manager Second Cup Kuwait under whom the Kuwait Market has rocketed over the couple of years. Second Cup Kuwait is the largest franchisee market comparing all the other regions and has also achieved the highest sales. Second cup Kuwait has given the highest priority to its valued customers, keeping in mind our values, mission and objectives, by ensuring that each and every customer receives exceptional service and products along with the best atmosphere and ambiance. This gives our customers the feeling of being in their Second Home when they visit Second Cup and has also made us an inevitable part of their daily life. At present we operate 25 outlets all over Kuwait.
نادي كيرفز الصحي في الكويت يحتفل بعيد األم وأماني مليئة بالصحة والعافية من أبنائها هي من أخلص ما ميكن أن يقدم لألم عرفانا َ ملا نثرته من.في اليوم األول من فصل الربيع تكرم األمهات في عيد األم من كل عام يقدم نادي كيرفز الصحي عبر فروعه اخلمسة في الكويت لكل ابن وابنة الفرصة لتقدمي هدية مميزة عبر كوبون ّ ، وأل ًن الصحة اجليدة ال تقدر بثمن.حب وحنان في تربية أبنائها .ملساعدتن في اكتساب أسلوب ومنط حياتي صحي خصم خاص جلميع األمهات ّ مارس على وردة وقطعة من الشوكوالته الداكنة احملشوة بالزجنبيل21 ستحظى كل أم من عضوات أي من فروع نادي كيرفز تأتي للتمرين في يوم،وبهذه املناسبة السعيدة فهي تعد أيضا ً غنية باملكونات الغذائية واملفيدة، فإلى جانب النكهة اللذيذة والفريدة للشوكوالته الداكنة. لهن ّ ً والتمر كهدية من نادي كيرفز الصحي جلعل هذا اليوم مميزا . كما تساعد في احلماية من األمراض السرطانية اخملتلفة، والتي تعمل على التخلص من السموم ومنع تك ّون اجلذور احلرة الضارة باخلاليا،للصحة مثل مضادات األكسدة كما أنه يساعد على حتفيز مستويات، فهو يحتوي على قيمة غذائية عالية وعلى املعادن املفيدة للجسم،وأما التمر الذي يعتبر الفاكهة األكثر شهر ًة في الثقافة العربية . ويساعد أيضا ً في السيطرة على مستويات السكر في اجلسم،الطاقة في اجلسم وإشباع حب احللويات حيث يعد أعلى الفواكة احتوا ًء على السكريات الطبيعية
فإضافة بضع قطرات من زيت الزجنبيل إلى حوض. والتي تو ّفر الراحة والعافية للجسم،كما يعد الزجنبيل من األطعمة املفيدة التي حتتوي على اخلصائص املضادة لإللتهابات . ومينح اجلسم جوا ً مفعما ً بالراحة،االستحمام سيساعد على استرخاء العضالت واملفاصل مينحهن الفرصة فكل قطعة من الشوكوالته اللذيذة التي نقدمها لألمهات مغلفة بكبون. قمنا بإضافة املزيد من املفاجآت والهدايا اخلاصة بعيد األم،وباإلضافة إلى ذلك كله ّ ويتمنى فريق نادي كيرفز.ً عرفانا ً وتقديرا ً من فريق كيرفز ألفضالهّ ن كنساء وأمهات معا،عضويتهن األصلية عضويتهن من أسبوع إلى ثالثة أشهر إضافية إلى تاريخ لتمديد ّ ّ .وهن بألف بخير ّ وكل عيد أم،جلميع األمهات املميزات حظا ً موفقا َ اليوم
adidas launches Messi Gallery adidas unveiled the ‘Messi Gallery’, a new pop-up exhibition in Barcelona dedicated to the world’s best footballer, Leo Messi. Messi himself was present to launch the gallery in central Barcelona, which will be open to the public for one month. It marks the latest stage in the adidas ‘Team Messi’ campaign, which recognises the extraordinary skill, style and achievement of Messi. It sees the launch of the first signature adizero f50 Messi boot and the creation of Messi’s own signature range by adidas. It is a rare accolade, with Messi joining a very small group of iconic adidas athletes to have ever received this honour. The best football player in the world is now coupled with his own branding portfolio of products. The gallery features a host of iconic memorabilia and exhibits representing Leo Messi’s entire career, including his four successive FIFA Ballon d’Or trophies from 2009 to 2012. Kit and official match balls from landmark games and tournaments are also displayed in the unique space, including the balls from the 2008 Summer Olympics, 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup and UEFA Champions League finals in 2009 and 2011, all competitions Messi won with Argentina and Barcelona. The gallery houses historical adidas boots which Messi has worn throughout his career. This includes the adizero f50 boot worn when Messi scored twice against Real Betis to break Gerd Muller’s 1972 record of 85 goals in a calendar year and the adidas TUNiT boot from the 2009 UEFA Champions League Final in Rome, which Messi famously kissed upon scoring.
Young Techies to Repair Electronics at KidZania Kuwait
Easa Husain Al-Yousifi& Sons to sponsor the Electronics Service Center establishment within the children’s city KidZania Kuwait is delighted to announce Easa Husain Al-Yousifi& Sons, one of Kuwait’s leading distributors of global electronic brands, and the exclusive distributor of renowned brands such as Panasonic and Sharp, asthe latest sponsor to join the dynamic children’s city. Asthe largest electronic service facility in Kuwait – and one of the largest in the Middle East – Al-Yousifiwill be sponsoring the Electronics Service Center establishment in KidZania Kuwait. Al-Yousifi’s establishment will provide children with the exciting opportunity to experience being a Repair Technician within an immersive electronics service center environment. Children will be taught the basics of repairing faulty electronics, from vacuum cleaners to computers, at a dedicated fully equipped workstation.Upon completing their repairs and making sure the electronic device has been fixed, children will receive kidZos, KidZania’s currency, for their hard work.In addition to learning about repairs, the young technicians will be able to develop their analytical skills, understand how to follow instructions, and learn the importance of electrical safety. Commenting on the partnership, Mr. ArefEasaAl-Yousifi, Vice Chairman of Easa Husain Al-Yousifi& Sons Companysaid:“Easa Husain Al-Yousifi& Sons recognizes the value KidZania Kuwait will provide future generations through a unique and exciting experiential platform. It is because of this, we are excited to take part in this one-of-a-kind venture where we will be able to offer children the chance to experience the dynamic world of electronic repairs. We look forward to providing Kuwait’s next generation with their first working experience in repairing electronics, within a life-like replica of our service center, which will allow them to build a long term bond with Al-Yousifi.” www.citypageskuwait.com
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Gulf Bank hosts INJAZ Kuwait Job Shadow Program for students from the British School of Kuwait Gulf Bank recently hosted a Job Shadow day as part of INJAZ Kuwait’s Program. During comprehensive sessions held, 14 students from British School of Kuwait (BSK) received presentations from Gulf Bank personnel about the banking industry and the skills required to succeed in a modern office environment. The day included visits to three different Gulf Bank branches. The students first visited the Head Office, where they met with the Bank’s Learning and Development Team for a brief introduction about job functions at the Bank. Each student received a booklet about Gulf Bank’s history, vision, promises, and core values to help them better understand how the Bank operates. Following this initial session, students divided into two groups to visit the Bank’s Dahiyat Abdullah Al Salem and Nuzha branches, to see firsthand how the Bank interacts with its customers and delivers its services. At the end of the sessions, the students met with the General Manager of Human Resources, Ms. Salma Al Hajjaj, who provided them with some advice and guidance that might help them develop their problem-solving skills and overcome the challenges in different working areas, especially in the banking sector, with the view to encourage them in the future to join Gulf Bank which provides suitable job opportunities for young talents. Moreover, each student was rewarded for completing the session, and a fun competition was held where Students were given the opportunity to answer questions about what they learned and a prize was given to the winner.
The British Council Launches The Selector Radio Programme British Council Kuwait celebrated the launch of the Selector radio programme, aninternational radio show bringing the best new music from the UK, on Friday 8 March at Marina Crescent with live music performances. The crowd enjoyed live music by talented local bands throughout the day that included City Jazz Trio, Light Touch and Kalendi. Podcasts from the Selector radio show were also part of the day’s musical programme. The launch event attracted more than 1000 visitors to the British Council stand and listeners enjoyed a day full of music. Keith, one of the visitors who stayed for the music show states “I was here for the Jazz show earlier and it was great. It is great to hear live music in Kuwait.” The Selector is a weekly programme that covers all styles of contemporary music. It also features interviews, guest DJ mixes and exclusive sessions with some of the best artists as well as a mix of UK’s best hits. All music lovers are invited to tune in every Wednesday from 16:00-17:00 to Super Station 99.7 to listen to this world-known show presented by global DJ and TV/Radio presenter DJ Goldierocks. The programme is a hit in 33 countries around the world including Egypt, Jordan, Oman and soon Qatar with over 3 million listeners worldwide. Andrew Glass, British Council Kuwait Country Director, said “the goal of this cultural collaboration with Radio Kuwait 99.6 FM is to introduce the best new British music to Kuwait, music they might not otherwise get the chance to hear. More widely it lets young people explore our culture and practise their English. We are working with local musicians too and the launch event with local bands is all about two way relations.” He explained, “The Selector is an award winning music show and has been acknowledged by the Sony Radio Academy Awards in 2005 with a gold award. It also won an award at the International Radio Festival in Zurich in 2011 and we are very excited to listen to it in Kuwait on 99.7”.
Judges Board announced for the first Kuwait Arab Woman Awards For the very first time in the nation, ITP Consumer, the region’s largest publisher of women’s magazines, is presenting the Arab Woman Awards, to pay tribute to the inspirational, high achieving females of Kuwait. The reputed event celebrates the astonishing accomplishments of women who have achieved in the fields of art, entrepreneurship, medicine, charity, art and fashion. The awards pay homage to the ambitious personalities who, through their exceptional determination and self-dedication, provide positive role models for younger generations. The winners are nominated by a board of Judges who are selected by ITP based on their integrity, their expertise in their particular field and being respected members of society. The Board of Judges follow the strict criteria provided which include the nominees’ achievements in the past twelve months and the impact of their work to Kuwait in order to make their final selection of winners. This year’s esteemed Judges Board are confirmed as H.E Sheikh Mubarak Fahed Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Undersecretary for Protocol Affairs Amiri Diwan, H.E Sheikha Intissar Al-Sabah, Founder & CEO of Lulua Publishing, Dr Moudi Al-Humoud, Rector Arab Open University, Former Minister of Higher Education in Kuwait, Laila Abdullah Alghanim, President of Hyatt Breast Cancer Foundation & CEO of Gulf Trader, Mona Alghanim, Finance Director of Hayatt Breast Cancer Foundation & CEO Al Nafissi Group. The final two members of the panel are residing judges who sit across all the GCC Arab Woman Awards Boards; Nadine El Chaer, Editor ITP Publishing and Dr. Manahel Thabet, President and Founder of SmartTips Consultancy
World #1, Ramy Ashour wins Kuwait squash cup, visits Prince store to celebrate with fans The world number one squash champion and Prince brand ambassador, RamyAshour lands another Professional Squash Association (PSA) title in Kuwait this month, after winning five straight games against international champions like Nick Mathew, James Willstrop and Nicolas Mueller. The Egyptian athlete was able to snatch the 30th PSA World Tour of his career at the Kuwait PSA Cup, as expected by critics and by his local sponsors Ali Abdulwahab Commercial Co. (AAW) and Prince. Ashour signed a multi-year agreement with Prince earlier this year to endorse Prince squash racquets. The world champion who is known to favor the Prince Airstick 130 since the start of his career, is now back to competing with his original racquet. Ashour said: “I chose Prince for a lot of reasons. Every time I step on the court I try my hardest, and I want the best racquet for my game and the Prince Airstick gives me all the power and feel that I need on the court. April 2013
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Samsung launches new All-in-One PC in Kuwait Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today unveiled the all new AllIn-One PC Series 7, in Kuwait. Building on the premium aspects of the Samsung Series 9 Notebook, the new All-In-One (AIO) PC inherits Samsung’s advanced engineering craftsmanship with highly finessed and stylish design. Beyond high performance, the new Samsung AIO PC Series 7 has been crafted to deliver an entirely new AIO PC experience. Driven by a 3rd generation Intel® Core™i7 processor, 8GB RAM, dedicated AMD Radeon HD graphics and a WQHD display with resolution of 2560×1440, the new AIO PC Series 7 embodies innovative sense recognition features such as 10-finger multi-touch screen control and hand gesture commands. “The new All-in-One PC packages the best of Samsung’s precision engineering and premium design with top class performance and functionality. With its unique craftsmanship and it incorporating the latest every hardware and software feature available, we predict that this new product will be accepted by regional consumers. It offers a maximized home entertainment experience and is a perfect device for a family PC or desktop replacement. We feel that the All-in-One PC market carries enormous growth potential by taking convergence technologies to the next level”. said Denzil D'Souza, Business Head for Notebooks, Samsung Gulf Electronics.
Sprinkles Cupcakes launches its first Middle East bakery in Kuwait Sprinkles Cupcakes, the original cupcake bakery founded in Beverly Hills and beloved by Hollywood celebrities, has made its international debut in Kuwait at Grand Avenue - The Avenues. Founded by Candace and Charles Nelson, Sprinkles opened in 2005 as the world’s first cupcake bakery. Today, most cupcake bakeries take their inspiration from Sprinkles which operates 11 locations in the U.S and is brought to the Middle East by M. H. Alshaya Co., a leading retail international franchise operator. Sprinkles Cupcakes are baked from scratch daily and hand-crafted using the highest quality ingredients including sweet cream butter, bittersweet Belgian chocolate, pure Madagascar vanilla, fresh bananas, carrots, real strawberries and natural citrus zests. Commenting on the partnership, Charles Nelson said, “We are very excited about opening our very first bakery outside the U.S. here in Kuwait. I am delighted to begin our global expansion from the Middle East through our partnership with Alshaya, a company which has a remarkable legacy of retail leadership. I am sure that our hand-crafted cupcakes will delight our new customers in Kuwait.” Mohammed Alshaya, Executive Chairman of M.H. Alshaya Co. added: “Sprinkles Cupcakes has made a huge impact in the U.S. and we look forward to extending the brand’s success here. Sprinkles Cupcakes is a great addition to our food portfolio and we are delighted that they have chosen to make their international debut in Kuwait. ”
Tissot joins the FISU Family as Official Timekeeper of the Summer and Winter Universiades FISU, the International University Sports Federation is proud to announce a long-term partnership with Tissot commencing with its flagship events in 2013. Tissot will provide timekeeping, scoring and results services at both the 27th Summer Universiade in Kazan, Russia and the 26th Winter Universiade in Trentino, Italy. Tissot, one of the world’s best known Swiss watch brands, will become the Official Timekeeper of the FISU Universiades, the biggest international multi-sport events for student athletes. With this partnership Tissot will bring their expertise and gold medal standard to the Universiades, which attract some of the biggest and brightest sport stars of tomorrow. Commenting on the new partnership, François Thiébaud, President of Tissot said: “We are thrilled to be bringing our proven expertise in precision timekeeping for multi-discipline competition to the Universiades this year. We have already successfully performed this task for the Summer Universiade on two previous occasions, but 2013 also marks our debut as Official Timekeeper and Partner of the winter edition. We look forward to this new challenge and to providing tomorrow’s best athletes with uncompromising fairness through our world class timekeeping solutions.
The First Peruvian Food Festival in Kuwait held at JW Marriott Hotel JW Marriott Kuwait Hotel in collaboration with the Embassy of Peru in Kuwait and the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters of Kuwait recently held a special inauguration night to celebrate the launch of a week long Peruvian Food Festival for the first time in Kuwait . The festival is organized at the La Brasserie Restaurant located in JW Marriott Kuwait City until March -15th, 2013 with authentic delicacies from Peru, exotic Peruvian performances, music and custom-made ponchos to dress for photographs to the occasion. During the festival, a group of Peruvian professional dancers brought to Kuwait exclusively for the event will perform "Marinera", the elegant and complex Peruvian National Dance. Recognized as one of the leading culinary destinations in South America, guests can look forward to appearances by one of Peru’s most famous culinary experts, Chef Javier Morante from the Casa Andina Restaurant group. Joining the Peruvian expert chef are the international chefs from JW Marriott, showcasing their expertise in exquisite Peruvian delicacies and popular local favorites like Fish Ceviche, Lomo Saltado (sautéed beef ) and Pulpo al Olivo (octopus in black olive sauce) and much more at La Brasserie. Hailed as a “gastronomic superpower” by the Financial Times, Peru as a destination is increasingly recognized for its culinary tours, food safaris, world class cooking schools, and foodie fiestas including the Mistura Food Festival, which attracted more than 500,000 people to Lima in September 2012 .Peru also won the top honor as World's Leading Culinary Destination at the 19th World Travel Awards held in New Delhi, India. Mr. George Aoun, General Manager of Kuwait Marriott Hotels said, “We are proud to host a globally acclaimed cultural festival that demonstrates the unique ingredients of a cuisine that maintains a leading position in the culinary agenda .Marriott prides itself in enhancing the development of multi-cultural integration into the local community”. www.citypageskuwait.com
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i’m Watch Kuwait Abdulrahman Barrak Al Babtain Co. (ABB) is proud to bring you a product bred by infinite passion and limitless commitment. i’m Watch a new concept in the telecom industry, an Italian design esthetics with a state of the art innovation. i’mWatch is the first real smartwatch: Italian design and technology, multitasking, ultra highresolution, a multi-touch screen on a curved surface are all performances and characteristics that have never been seen before on such a small object.
This smart watch that works in unison with all smart phones, allows wearers to use applications such as calls, e-mail, facebook, instagram, twitter, weather forecast, news, stocks, appointments, alarm clock, calculator, sports, games and many others. In one word, it allows them the ability to stay connected and conduct vital business without having to forage into their pockets looking for their phones! i'm Watch is the perfect combination between the most innovative Italian technology and a unique, unmistakable style. Available in many different colors, such as black, blue, red, pink, white, yellow, and green. This seductive-looking watch will surely satisfy even the most sophisticated demands. This creative invention uses today the “i’m Droid” software, the most common Android version especially designed to comply with the smart watch’s special features and functionalities. Abdulrahman Barrak Al-Babtain Co., the exclusive distributor of the i’m Watch smart watch in Kuwait and the GCC continuously focuses on launching the most innovative technologies worldwide and bringing its customers with products bred with an incomparable cutting-edge touch.
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Horoscopes & Famous Birthdays It's going to be difficult to stay cool in early April when moneymonger Venus takes on impetuous Mars. You want to push to get your own project off the ground and reap the financial remuneration. The Aries New Moon on April 10 sees your leadership and creative skills at their peak and boosts your energy and enthusiasm. If your demands have become too rigid, you could see a dream shattered or severely hampered on April 12. It's decision time on April 25 when a Lunar Eclipse in ambitious Scorpio impels you to push toward your goal. Use caution at this emotionally charged time and you stand a better chance of fiscal reward.
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TAURUS
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GEMINI
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CANCER
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LEO
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VIRGO
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You could feel stressed and overwhelmed by pressure from within and from others. Someone might push you to take action or be more assertive. You know you should do this, but you'll have to work hard at being less passive. If you can be independent and strong, you'll feel much more confident and self-assured. A New Moon in Aries will help you avoid doing things to please others for a while so you can focus on what you want instead. This might cause conflict, but it will increase your personal power. Work situations may be confusing this month. Dealing with misunderstandings will require clear communication.
This will be a powerhouse month for you with several planets in your sign. The Sun, Venus, Mars, and Uranus all bring individual strengths to heighten your natural abilities. The presence of Venus will help you get along better with others. The Sun and Mars will tend to bring out assertiveness and independence. Uranus has been in your sign for a while to make you even more willful and independent. A New Moon in your sign will feel like a fresh start. You'll take on new projects and initiatives. Pluto in Capricorn will bring complications in your career.
Miranda Ke Several planets in Aries this month will make you feel uncomfortable and stressed when dealing with institutions like hospitals, universities, and government offices. It will be frustrating and take a lot of time and energy to get through red tape. You'll also focus on resolving some of your internal baggage. A New Moon on April 10 will further serve to push you to take action and move forward. You'll spend time with friends and associates and make sacrifices if someone is in need. You'll feel supported and that your concerns are being heard. A Full Moon in Scorpio on April 25 will bring tension with others.
Your main emphasis this month will be on friendships and dealing with groups or other like-minded individuals. You'll be a leader and facilitator. You'll get along well for the most part, and you may organize meetings and gatherings. The presence of several planets in Aries and Uranus in particular will make life exciting and bring a lot of change. A New Moon in Aries on April 10 will help you make a fresh start with some of your activities and goals. Career matters may be a little confusing. You'll need to step back and take time to reflect on your current direction and overall strategy.
This month you'll be assertive and go after your career goals. Don't sit back and wait for things to happen. You now have a unique opportunity to take charge and make changes, but you'll have to be assertive and it might not be easy. The New Moon in Aries on April 10 will also help give you a fresh approach and new perspective. You'll be able to charge ahead without fear. The Full Moon in Scorpio on April 25 might bring some difficulties with romance and love. The presence of Saturn in Scorpio will keep you from properly expressing your feelings. You may be blocked creatively.
A strong influence from several planets in Aries will help you feel motivated and excited about the future this month. Some of your plans could include travel, education, writing, or teaching. You might decide to go back to school or start working on a book project. You'll have the opportunity to connect with others and facilitate with networking or sharing information. A New Moon in Aries on April 10 will aid in all of this due to your fresh perspective and changing goals. Start new projects and confidently seize opportunities. A Full Moon on April 25 will bring tension at home or with other close family members. Several changes and developments will happen in relation to loans, settlements, and joint finances. A team effort will be needed and this will be difficult to manage because you'll be very strong willed and opinionated. Be diplomatic when dealing with other people, and avoid losing your temper. A New Moon in Aries on April 10 will help you stand up for yourself. Pluto in Capricorn will bring changes and transformation in love and romance. You may have a creative breakthrough. Mercury and Neptune in Pisces will affect your relationships in a positive way. There will be empathy and even a telepathic connection between you and your partner.
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Your love life will heat up this month due to the presence of the Sun, Venus, Mars, and Uranus in your romance sector. Expect to be demonstrative, proactive, and frank when dealing with a lover. Whether you've been together for a while or this is a new attraction, you won't hold back. A New Moon in Aries on April 10 will bring out high energy and enthusiasm for love matters, but it will also boost your creativity. Relationship issues will be highlighted, however. You may experience health concerns, focus on past hurts, or have self-doubt during the Full Moon on April 25.
This month would be a good time to renovate or organize your home. You'll be motivated to rearrange things, buy new items, and get rid of clutter. You'll be organized, eager for change, and full of new ideas for decorating. Under the current influences in Aries, you'll take action and get things done. You might move to a new place or make the decision to do so. A New Moon in Aries on April 10 will make you feel like you have a fresh start. You'll also spend a lot of time and energy on family matters. A neighbor or member of your community might need your assistance.
You'll become involved in many projects and activities going on in your community. You'll be busy and constantly on the go but love the change and variety. You might take a short course or attend a local seminar, or you could visit relatives or neighbors. Career matters may become stalled or problematic with Saturn in that sector this month. A Full Moon in Scorpio on April 25 will also create a few headaches for the next month. You might need to do some work, whether that means creating a new resume or upgrading your skills.
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(September 23 - October 22)
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(December 22 - January 19)
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(January 20 - February 18)
This could be a difficult month, financially, with a lot going on. You might become overextended if you spend too much or have too many demands on your resources. There will many unforeseen circumstances and expenses to deal with. Take the time to read contracts and warranties so you don't lose money. Pay attention to detail and don't rush decisions even though you want instant results. Jupiter in Gemini will serve to expand any communication issues you have with family members. There could be power struggles. You'll tend to exaggerate problems and you may be overbearing.
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HOMEWORK FOR GROWN UPS EVERYTHING YOU LEARNED AT SCHOOL... BUT CAN YOU REMEMBER? FOOD QUIZ 1. What ingredient makes bread rise?
The Letter F Puzzle Try and assemble the shapes below into a letter F as shown:
2. What is the European dish calamari? 3. What is the main ingredient used in guacamole? 4. What food does the Giant Panda mainly eat? 5. What are the four main ingredients of a Waldorf salad? 6. What is the main ingredient of Hummus? 7. What is the main export out of Cuba? 8. What is Venison?
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9. What is Tofu made of? 10. Which country does parmesan cheese originate from? 11. What type of cake is traditionally eaten at Christmas time in Italy? 12. From which country does Feta cheese originate? 13. Fajitas are widely eaten in which country? 14. Which nuts are used to make marzipan?
WORKING UP AN APETITE A hint to each of eight common sayings that involve food is given below. Determine each saying.
Example: wage earner
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19. Garlic helps to prevent heart disease as it helps to lower the level of what in out blood? 20. Which county did orange carrots originate from? 21. Which country supplies the world with the majority of olive oil?
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