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CONTENTS

ENTERTAINMENT 63. Music 66. Movies 68. Top Reading Picks For August FASHION 14. Introducing The Zaha Hadid Collection 15. CP Must Haves 22. CP Fashion Journal 24. Tag Heuer Eid Adha's Shopping Guide 25. Beat The Heat And Stay Chic This Summer

FEATURES 16. How To Buy A DSLR Camera 18. Omega's Rio 2016 Advertising Campaign 27. ‫كيف نتعامل مع وقت فراغ أبنائنا؟‬ 44. Fabulous Frames 78. Lemons, Toothpaste & Co. Alternative Ways To Clean Silver Jewellery 80. Baby Dragon's First Feast In Postojna Cave FOOD 43. Yummy For Their Little Tummy

CONTENTS

HEALTH 62. The Fault In Our Genes INTERVIEWS 28. Rahil Hesan 36. Kamal Elatawy 46. Saidazim Fazilov 74. Natasha Malik TECHNOLOGY 70. A Very Note-Worthy Evolution 72. Cool Gadgets

TRAVEL 20. A Guide To Diving In The Egyptian Red Sea 52. Incredible India!

56. The City Guide 58. St. Moritz REGULARS 34. In Permanent Pursuit Of Perfection 84. Press 87. Homework For Grownups 88. Horoscopes

THE COVER STORY

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DESIGNED & PRODUCED BY: We contacted Saidazim Fazilov - a commercial photographer and graphic designer, based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan for an interview in this issue.

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INTRODUCING

THE ZAHA HADID COLLECTION

With the passing of Zaha Hadid in March, Georg Jensen lost an exceedingly gifted and visionary design talent. She had just recently put the finishing touches on a new collection, these eight pieces are a testament both to her extraordinary eye as a designer and the effortless way she enabled the simple and the complex to coexist.

Beautifully organic and powerful, each piece in the Zaha Hadid Collection of five rings and three cuff bangles takes inspiration from Hadid’s architecture, referencing the undulating silhouettes seen in many of her structures. As with the natural, fluid outlines of these buildings, her jewellery designs echo nature’s distinct sculptural forms. Just as ribbons of windows wrap each building, a ‘striped’ relief encircles these new designs, creating natural light, shade and a dramatic architectural line.

The pieces, crafted in both sterling silver and black rhodium set with black diamonds, are carefully engineered to feel voluptuously tactile. In fact, the way in which jewellery itself is worn is reimagined: rings sweep gently across the hand or soar playfully above the finger; an elegant cuff bracelet engages in a natural play of light, wrapped around the wrist in a deceptively simple twist of silver. The silver naturally alternates between a polished and matte effect, while the black rhodium pieces lend a subtle gleam to graphic, architectural forms.

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PINKO Gem Charm W74 Kristina Fidelskaya pink dress

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MUST HAVES

OMEGA Solar Impulse Skywalker

Illicit Jimmy Choo for women Maje

BELQUIS Gemma Tote in Blue Caramel Crocodile Print FENTY PUMA by Rihanna www.cpmagazine.net

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How to Buy a DSLR Camera

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irst things first. DSLR stands for digital single lens reflex which are high performance cameras traditionally used by professional photographers but which are increasingly used by photography enthusiasts thanks to enhanced user friendly technology.

With so many choices available in the market today, deciding which one to choose can be mind boggling.

With that in mind, Canon Middle East, the world’s leading innovator of imaging products and solutions, has put together a guide on what to look for when buying a DSLR.

1. Price - A good place to start when thinking about buying a DSLR is price. DSLR cameras are more affordable nowadays with brands such as Canon offering great starter DSLRs for the enthusiastic amateur, to highly professional cameras from the EOS range. Another factor to take into account when purchasing a DSLR is the cost involved for additional equipment such as: •Lenses: can be tailored to your photographic requirements, i.e. if you are interested in landscape photography you will need a wide angle lens, 016

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while if you are more interested in taking wildlife or sports shots then you may require a telephoto lens.

•Batteries: all models will come with one but if you are travelling it’s a good idea to always carry a spare.

•Memory Cards: most serious photographers upgrade their memory cards to at least a 1 gigabyte card which allows you to take more highresolution images before needing to delete and free-up space.

•Filters: filters can be used to manipulate the light that enters the camera. Filters are very useful for creating effects such as soft-lighting or warmer colours.

2. What will you use it for? When you head

into a camera store to purchase any type of DSLR camera the first thing most sales people will ask you is what type of photography you want to do.

It is well worth asking yourself this question up front, as it will help you think through the type of features and accessories you’ll need.

Whether you’re a beginner, semi professional or a professional photographer, Canon’s EOS

range has a wide variety of cameras with basic features/functions that are user friendly for amateurs, as well as the highly professional ones for professional photographers.

3. Resolution - How many megapixels does it have? This question is often one of the first to be asked about a new camera. Megapixels come into play as you consider how you’ll use your images.

If you’re looking to print enlargements then more can be good but if you’re just going to print in small sizes or use them for e-mailing friends then it’s not so crucial. Canon’s EOS series offers a wide range of resolution to suit your needs.

4. Added Value Features - DSLRs can offer a wide array of value added features, so it is always worth remembering what you hope to get out of your photography before investing in additional technology features.

•Burst Mode: Is the ability to shoot a burst of images (by just holding down the shutter release) great for sports and action photography? DSLRs vary both in the number of frames they can shoot per second as well as how many images they can shoot in a single burst.

•Maximum Shutter Speed: Most DSLRs will have a decent range of speeds available but some will have impressive top speeds which will be very useful if you’re into sports or action photography.

•ISO Ratings: A camera's ISO function sets the light sensitivity of the camera's image sensor. A lower ISO setting is used when capturing overly bright scenes, since it reduces the light sensitivity of the image sensor. This is ideal when shooting at the beach, on a ski slope, or under the midday sun. A higher ISO setting is often used when shooting under dimmer conditions (cloudy days, indoors, etc.) since it increases the light sensitivity of the image sensor.

•LCD Size: This feature can be important when you wish to review your pictures. The larger the LCD, the easier it will be to view your pictures after you take them, and to choose if you wish to keep them •Dust Protection: Another feature that has started appearing in the latest round of DSLR cameras is image sensor dust protection. This is a technology that has been integrated into Canon’s EOS series. The EOS Integrated Cleaning System is Canon´s technology for minimizing the sensor dust characteristic of DSLR cameras, which also includes software processing - something that will prove invaluable for Gulf photographers.

•Flash: Once upon a time all photographers were tied to the light source available to them, but with ongoing flash development, photographers are able to bring a portable light source with them, improving both range and overall photographic results. www.cpmagazine.net

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OMEGA’S RIO 2016 ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN

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s the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games, OMEGA has launched its international advertising campaign for Rio 2016.

Focusing on the dreams of athletes, the series of print, retail, digital and television commercials feature four of OMEGA’s Olympic Games brand ambassadors including Michael Phelps, Chad le Clos, Sergio Garcia and Jessica Ennis-Hill.

“Recording Olympic Dreams Since 1932” is the prominent headline that underpins the entire campaign. This statement reflects OMEGA’s long history of timekeeping at the Olympic Games and its dedication to supporting and recording the dreams of all competitors who strive for glory.

Rio 2016 will be the 27th time that OMEGA has fulfilled the Official Timekeeper role. Over the past 84 years, the brand has evolved and revolutionised the equipment that athletes depend on and has recorded every result with tremendous precision and expertise. For the athletes who build their hopes and careers around every second, OMEGA has been a trusted name behind the clock.

The advertising has been produced with a “double exposure” design. This layered theme allows the viewer to see inside the minds of the athletes, to watch their dreams build and get a sense of the motivation that fuels their performances.

To create the imagery, OMEGA photographed and filmed four of its own Olympic Games brand ambassadors. British heptathlete Jessica Ennis-Hill, Spanish golfer Sergio Garcia, South African swimmer Chad le Clos and American swimmer Michael Phelps were used as the central figures in each advertisement.

Three of the athletes are gold medallists, with Phelps being the most decorated Olympian of all time, so their connection to dreams and fulfilment is particularly credible.

For an added dreamlike quality, the music used in the television campaign has been recorded by a young boy. The song Hall of Fame, originally recorded by The Script, has been reimagined to reflect the dreams that drive many athletes from a young age. This sentiment was particularly made clear when Michael Phelps spoke to OMEGA during filming: “When I started this journey in 2000, did I think I would be sitting where I am today? No. But I dreamt it. I believed that I could get there and I never gave up. I was only 15, but I sat down with my agent and told him that I wanted to change the sport of swimming.”

At Rio 2016, it is certain that many more Olympic Games dreams will be realised.

Who will be standing on top each podium? Only time, and OMEGA’s equipment, will tell.

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A GUIDE TO DIVING IN THE EGYPTIAN RED SEA

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he Red Sea is one of the world’s best known diving destinations and widely considered to be one of the seven wonders of the underwater world. The Egypt Tourism Authority looks back at 65 years of diving in the Egyptian Red Sea identifying the top must see dive sites for visitors.

One of the earliest divers of the Egyptian Red Sea was Jacques Costeau in 1951 whose early adventures are recounted in his book, The Silent World. Costeau was an explorer, photographer, filmmaker and researcher who studied sea and marine life. He dived The Brothers Island which features rare black coral, two wrecks and very often sightings of hammerhead sharks. Today there are hundreds of dive sites in the Egyptian Red Sea that tourists travel from all over the world to experience. With its exceptional visibility, warm water and an incredible diversity of sea life, here is a guide to the best of Egypt’s underwater magic: 1.Ras Mohamed National Park: Shark reef The park is situated approximately 12km from the famous tourist resort of Sharm el Sheikh. The most prized spots in this fantastic location include Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef which offer divers the chance 020

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to see every single species of fish in the Red Sea in one location.

2. Straits of Tiran: Jackson Reef (Sharm el Sheikh) Thanks to its strong currents and abundance of nutrients, the coral here is magnificent and attracts a wide range of larger fish including hammerhead, gray and guitar sharks.

3. Thistlegorm (Sharm el Sheikh) Many consider this to be the most popular wreck dive in the world. SS Thistlegorm sank in 1941 after being attacked on its way from Glasgow to Alexandria. The ship’s contents included motorbikes, trucks and armored cars which sit on the bottom of the ocean alongside the wreck itself, complete with the hole from a German bomb. Divers can use torches to look inside the wreck and may even be lucky enough to spot a rare crocodile fish.

4. Brother Island (only safari boats) Quseir Divers will need to join a live-aboard to experience these spectacular islands and follow in the footsteps of Jacques Costeau. Both Big Brother and Little

Brother have a truly splendid display of coral and the crystal clear waters make these islands a paradise for underwater photography enthusiasts. The highlight is two shipwrecks, the Aida and the Numidia, which are truly a sight to behold and one you’ll never forget.

5. Elphinstone (Marsa Alam) One of the best known diving sites in Egypt, this drift dive offers divers the chance to swim together with hammerhead and oceanic white tip reef sharks whilst admiring the vast array of corals. For the lucky ones, tiger sharks and dolphins can sometimes be spotted here, making for a once in a lifetime experience.

6. Abu Dabbab (Marsa Alam) For sea turtle enthusiasts this is the place for you. At Abu Dabbab you are more likely to see a Sea Turtle and the lesser known Dugong, than at any of the other dive sites. There are two Dugongs living in Abu Dabbab; both receive special protection as

they are in danger of extinction.

7. Deadalus (only safari boats) Marsa Alam Find this site by looking for the lighthouse that live-aboard guests can visit. This is a deep dive which attracts hammerhead and thresher sharks and a unique pinnacle covered in pristine coral.

8. Dolphins house Marsa Alam Just off the coast of Marsa Alam, a pod of spinner dolphin lives on this offshore reef.

Visitors can dive or even snorkel with these incredibly inquisitive creatures. Whilst there are no guarantees of seeing them, those lucky enough will want to return again and again.

of the wine bottles are still intact at the bottom of the ocean.

10. Gifun Isl. Hurghada With its steep drop offs and chance to see sea life including barracuda and tuna this collection of dive sites is a sight to behold.

Look closely in the caverns to spot the huge array of species and make sure to have your camera ready.

11. Blue Hole (Dahab) One of the most famous diving locations on the shores of the red sea, also known as a hot spot for free diving due to the sea depth in the area and the lack of current. It’s also known for its mesmerizing underwater marine life and coral reef, making it a diver’s paradise.

9. Carnatic Wreck One of the oldest wrecks in the Red Sea, it To find out more about how you can is known by many as the ‘wreck of wine’ as experience diving in the Red Sea visit it carried hundreds of crates of wine. Some http://www.egypt.travel www.cpmagazine.net

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FASHION JOURNAL by: Julieta Altamiranda @fashioncookieq8

Warmth Lover By now we’re feeling that a hot but nice day is what we live for and that August is like the Friday of summer. We want to enjoy the last full month of the season as much as possible, and what better way to do that than to wear the most fresh and easy outfits?

Here we’ll go through the must-haves that you’ll need to create the most memorable summer you could dream of, while looking completely breezy and laid-back to the point that your future kids and grandchildren will enjoy looking at your photos from the summer of 2016! And who knows, maybe even your friends will use you as their style muse.

Think Pink Every little girl’s signature colour since birth is pink.

Maybe that’s the reason why as adults we try to avoid it and try to stick to more mature colours.

Well, we have great news!

The creatives from labels such as Ashish, Rebecca Taylor and Emilia Wickstead, came up with new ways to reinvent the use of pink by setting a Barbie doll environment with bubble gum, cotton candy and dusty rose shades of pink.

Don’t hesitate getting a pair of pale pink pants or hot pink shoes. You’ll definitely feel like a doll!!

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Tropical Vibes What’s great about summer (other than getting some vacations days) is that nature blossoms to the max. This season you will have a way to reflect that energy by wearing super cool palm prints and accessories that will take you and everyone around you to dream locations like Hawaii and The Bahamas. Our best bets are on Allude, Just Cavalli and Dolce & Gabbana. You won’t regret it!

The Big Deal This summer you should feel relaxed with what’s trending. Oversized t-shirts are the new ‘it’ dress that you need in your closet. You can find super chic ones with sequins or magical glitter embellishments at Prada and Ashish, or the hot printed ones from Ellesse or Edeline Lee. Another way to get this style is by borrowing a big t-shirt from your hubby’s or brother’s closet and wearing it with pants in a matching colour for a cool and simple look. www.cpmagazine.net

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TAG Heuer presents its latest novelties for Eid Al Adha’s shopping season

Since the festive season for Eid Al Adha is around the corner, why not treat your nearest and dearest to something that will truly make them smile? TAG Heuer is an avant-garde brand that symbolises exclusivity and luxury.

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Beat The Heat And Stay Chic This Summer With

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‫كيف نتعامل مع‬ ‫وقت فراغ أبنائنا؟‬

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‫قت الفراغ هو بالواقع وقت ممل جدا بالنسبة لألطفال‬ ‫والمراهقين‪ ،‬خصوصا في اإلجازات الطويلة مثل العطلة‬ ‫الصيفية‪ ،‬فكيف يتغلب عليه الطفل أو المراهق فيما هو‬ ‫مثمر ومفيد؟؟ نحن كأولياء أمور مسئولون تماما عن هذه‬ ‫القضية‪ ،‬وعلينا مد يد المساعدة للتغلب عليها فيما يبعث‬ ‫في أرواحهم البهجة و يضيف على أعمارهم الخبرة والمهارة‪.‬‬ ‫في البداية يفضل عمل جدول محضر مسبقا من قبل المسئول أو‬ ‫ولي األمر حسب األيام أو األوقات (لو تطلب األمر) في كيفية قضاء‬ ‫ذلك الوقت‪.‬‬ ‫ومن المقترحات التي أقترحها لذلك لقضاء وقت الفراغ بما هو مفيد ‪:‬‬ ‫*ممارسة األنشطة الخارجية‪ :‬كركوب الدراجة ‪ ،‬السباحة في البحر‪،‬‬ ‫المشي‪ ،‬ممارسة الرياضة على األجهزة الموجودة في مناطق المشي‪،‬‬ ‫الكرة بأنواعها ‪ ...‬وغيرها‪.‬‬ ‫*أنشطة داخلية‪ :‬الرسم ‪،‬االعمال الفنية لمختلف أنواعها التي ال‬ ‫تحصر‪ ،‬الرياضة‪ ،‬اليوغا‪،‬التزلج على الجليد‪ ،‬الرسم واألعمال الفنية‬ ‫مثل إعادة تصنيع األشياء داخل المنزل بدل رميها ‪ ،‬مشاهدة التلفاز‬ ‫في ما هو مفيد ونافع‪ ....‬وغيرها‬ ‫*ممارسة األلعاب التقليدية في المنزل بمشاركة جميع أفراد األسرة‬ ‫مثل ‪ :‬محيبس ‪ /‬لبيدة ‪ /‬غزالة بزالة ‪ ......‬وغيرها‬ ‫*اكتشاف الهوايات‪ :‬من خالل الحوار والتطرق لحديث الهوايات‬

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‫ومالحظة ميول األبناء كل ذلك يساعدنا على التعرف على هواياتهم‬ ‫‪ ..‬بالتالي يمكننا إحضار ما يتعلق بتلك الهواية حتى تتم ممارستها‪.‬‬ ‫*كذلك البحث عن األندية المناسبة بمختلف أنشطتها سواء‬ ‫تعليمية او رياضية أو غير ذلك فمشاركة اآلخرين مختلف األنشطة‬ ‫يصقل شخصا اجتماعيا ناجحا لديه مهارة في التعامل مع اآلخرين‬ ‫فيتعرف على مختلف الشخصيات من حوله كما هناك إيجابيات‬ ‫كثيرة في المشاركات الجماعية لألطفال و المراهقين‪.‬‬ ‫*زيارة المتاحف والمراكز العلمية التي تنمي العقل فيتلقى الطفل‬ ‫العلوم من أماكن أخرى في حياته غير المدرسة وبذلك نجده‬ ‫يستقبل المعلومات بطريقة أسهل ألنه يراها بعينيه وقد يتعامل‬ ‫معها مما يركز المعلومات في عقله أكثر‪.‬‬ ‫*بالنسبة للمراهقين يمكنهم قضاء بعض الوقت مع أصحابهم‬ ‫متقيدين بقوانين المنزل التي يفرضها األبوين المثاليين ألن‬ ‫المراهق يحتاج إلى قضاء بعض الوقت مع أقرانه الذين يعتبرهم‬ ‫أكثر تفهما له‪.‬‬ ‫*وأخيرا إذا كانت الظروف المادية مناسبة لقضاء بضعة أيام في‬ ‫السفر أو في منتجع فإن لذلك مردود نفسي إيجابي على حياة‬ ‫األسرة بأكملها‪.‬‬ ‫من األفضل بين حين وآخر مشاركة األبناء في البعض مما سبق‬ ‫ألننا بصدد تكوين عالقة وطيدة بين األهل واألبناء يسودها الحب‬ ‫والتفاهم والتفهم‪ .‬وفقنا اهلل وإياكم لما بحب ويرضى‪.‬‬

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“My goal is to make a woman feel like a princess�

Fashion designer, Rahil Hesan, describes herself as witty, whimsical and charming; but when it comes to her creations, they ooze glamour, class and elegance. She prides herself on her meticulous attention to detail when it comes to fabric choice, cutting, embroidery, embellishments and finishing.

The result is a label that appeals to women who not only understand their femininity, but appreciate comfort, fit and the very essence of fashion.

Rahil talks to us about her inspirations, her goals and her own personal, fashion style.

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Hi, please introduce yourself to our readers: I’m Rahil Hesan, born and raised in Dubai, half Iranian half Arab.

What sparked your interest in fashion?

It wasn’t just one thing. I can't describe what interested me in fashion; fashion is my passion.

Tell us about your education: I completed my studies at Cavendish College, London, majoring in Fashion Design, Accessory Design, Textile, Colour Theory and Fashion Psychology.

What made you take fashion more seriously and study fashion?

In fashion, every step of the way is a milestone.

It’s a continuous challenge where you cannot sit on your laurels and say ‘this is it for me!’ I love actions and I love challenges; that's why I chose to be more serious in fashion. Every day is a new day with new lessons from fashion.

What does fashion mean to you?

Fashion is about experiencing your identity, showing women who you are through your fashion and making them feel comfort or power.

How has your work evolved since you began your own label?

Since starting my own label, I have just learned from experience.

Where do you find your inspiration from?

Everywhere! Travelling, watching people; and of course I love Chanel!

Describe your design process from mood boards, to picking out fabrics, to production.

I always aim for chic, classy, timeless and elegant.

What are you fascinated by at the moment and how does it feed into your work?

I strive to satisfy my clients and understand their point of view. It’s all about seeing them happy.

How would you describe your personal fashion style?

Very simple, very elegant, and charming.

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Are there any types of clothing you avoid wearing?

Yes, I'm more into classic and couture. I avoid funky.

What type of woman do you have in mind when you’re designing?

For me all women are the same. Because I am a woman, it means I can deliver the best of my mind.

How do you balance your professional and personal life?

Actually, it's not that hard. I have fun and I love what I'm doing which is a perfect match with my lifestyle.

Do you have a specific research process when you start a new collection?

Yes I do. I think any successful designer has to do some form of research before they start their new collection.

How would you define your brand and design aesthetic? What elements of design are included in each collection?

As I said earlier, I aim for chic, classy, elegant and timeless. My goal is to make a woman feel like a princess.

Who inspires you the most in fashion? Is there anyone who stands out?

I get inspired by Chanel.

Is there any place in the world you haven’t been to yet but would like to visit from a professional perspective?

Yes, Japan.

What is the most important lesson you have learned in your professional life?

You can never please every woman!

What advice would you give to young designers?

Always be updated.

What’s your motto?

Work hard, don't give up and don't copy.

The favourite quote you live by?

You can have anything you want in life if you dress for it.

Your message for us at CP magazine: Thank you for having me. I wish you and your team good luck.

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by: Melody Mackintosh @MelodyMackintosh

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Doctor, Doctor!

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e all need medical treatment at some point. Whether it’s for an ongoing condition, the result of an unfortunate accident or maybe just reassurance that a minor ailment is nothing to worry about, the advice of a doctor is invaluable. But we’re not all lucky enough to be covered by medical insurance so deciding which hospital to visit and which doctor to see isn’t always easy.

It’s reassuring to know that Kuwait has an excellent health service. From Government hospitals to private clinics, the care and advice available is as good here as it is anywhere else in the world. But treatment aside, surely the most important thing for many is how much it will cost.

Medical insurance can be extremely costly. As with any kind of insurance, the money used to pay claims comes from the common ‘pool’ of premiums paid by the policyholders. It’s obvious then, that the higher the claims, the higher the premiums. This being the case, surely it’s in everyone’s interest to keep the cost of those claims down? Apparently not.

I was sickened recently to hear of what can only be called ‘sharp practice’ within a certain private hospital in Kuwait. The patient concerned had been suffering from acute pain in his lower back. Two courses of (costly) physiotherapy had failed to solve the problem. A further (costly) consultation resulted in the recommendation of a (costly) MRI scan followed by a (costly, but instant) steroid injection.

When told that no insurance cover was in place, the

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consultant agreed to waive what now appeared to be an unnecessary MRI scan. Good news for the patient but slightly worrying from an insurance company’s point of view.

With the MRI now deemed surplus to requirements, the patient expected the doctor to administer the promised pain killing injection. Instead, to his horror, he was asked to return one week later as a day patient, after (costly) blood analysis, a (costly) consultation with the anesthetist and (costly) expenses associated with day care – not to mention the risk of a general anesthetic. Seriously?! What happened to the instant injection?

We all like to think our doctor knows best, so, although shocked by the extremes (and costs) now involved, the patient sat with the registrar to go through the necessary paperwork in preparation for the procedure. However, upon learning that no insurance cover was in force, the registrar contradicted the consultant’s advice and encouraged the patient to have the injection there and then, thus avoiding the cost of the pre-op procedures (which would normally have been passed to the Insurer) and the stress of a general anesthetic. Again, great news for the patient but even more worrying for the insurance company.

As if the conflicting advice wasn’t reason enough for concern, the fact that treatments and procedures are being recommended when they are clearly not necessary is inexcusable. It’s no wonder medical insurance is so high.

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“Never sacrifice the quality of your work�

Kamal Elatawy is the Managing Director of SEC Interiors, a company specializing in architecture and planning in Kuwait.

But despite the modern technology available in his field, the Egyptian born architect still prefers to sketch his thoughts on paper rather than rely on computer design software; just one of the qualities he relies upon to develop long term business relationships and ultimately, client satisfaction.

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Please introduce yourself to our readers: I am an Egyptian architect, born and raised in Cairo.

I’m married with two kids and have been living in Kuwait since 2006. I started my career in Egypt being exposed to architectural, interior and graphic design in a number of reputable firms and design houses. I also had the great chance to contribute to a lot of projects in Egypt, United States, Japan and GCC countries in the last 25 years.

Tell us about your education: I graduated from a reputable university in Cairo with a bachelor degree in architecture in 1992.

During those college years, I received intensive training that shaped and formed my career. I was mentored by famous, talented architects who gave me the opportunity and the exposure to work in the various fields of architecture, interior design and historical buildings restoration which for me was particularly exciting.

When did you begin your journey in the enticing world of interiors?

It started in the early 90s. I had the opportunity to start in a number of small firms and design individual projects. This was challenging to say the least! Computers weren’t widely used for design purposes and there was basically no technology to support architects and designers. We had to rely on manual sketching and simple presentation techniques to impress clients. Compared with the fast and easy computer design software we use today, it took us a long time to complete a single project. However, in spite of the difficult and time consuming methods, I still find it easier to sketch a thought on paper in a way that clients, young architects and anyone can easily understand it.

Tell us about your very first design job?

It was back in the good old days, right after I graduated and I was assigned to design the interiors of a palace in Sanaa, Yemen. The classical design of arches, wood cladding and coloured glass with all the motives and oriental ornamentation taken from the rich heritage of old Yemen was an excellent opportunity for me to dive into the treasures of old nations. It was a one of a kind experience all in all.

How and when did SEC Interiors (SECi) get started?

SEC Interiors was an internal division of a structural engineering company which was established in 2008. It was decided that with the potential this department had, it would be better to turn it into an independent subsidiary. That was in 2014 and that’s when I joined the company and I started the mission of developing and restructuring with the goal of being one of the leading interior fit out and design companies in Kuwait.

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We consider CP magazine our partner in the success we’ve achieved this year.

And congratulations on going global - it’s a success well deserved!

How would you describe your team at SECi? SEC Interiors houses a multinational team with different experiences and backgrounds in the fields of architectural and interior design, as well as construction. Moreover, we What kind of clients do you typically have our own skilled labour who we consider work with at SECi and why? artists in carpentry and metal work as they We work with corporates where we develop make it very easy to execute our designs. a long term business relationship based on trust and they assign us to be responsible Tell us about your prominent and latest for their chains and upcoming projects. What projects: we enjoy the most is working with individual Proudly, we have completed The Promenade clients; youth who have just started their lives Culture Center at Promenade Mall, a design in business and we consider ourselves their and build project. partners. We nourish their projects from the Currently, we‘re working with a number of spring of the idea through to the execution restaurants and retail stores located in the and grand opening. most renowned malls in Kuwait. www.cpmagazine.net

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Tell us about your interior style: I find myself always enjoying an industrial style and a bit of vintage. It’s a trend nowadays and a wide range of our clients enjoy it as well. It encouraged us to master its execution. It’s surprisingly great to take something very new and give it an antique look.

What rules do you live by at SECi? Pay attention to your clients’ needs. Never accept half solutions. Design for reality, practicality and durability.

Never sacrifice the quality of your work.

What are your favourite colour shades?

Earth tone colours. Black and white with a twist of vibrant accents.

Your favourite materials?

Raw materials are fun to work with; wood and metal are my favourite.

As a master in the world of interiors, part of your job description is to listen to the clients’ wishes. Has there ever been a moment where you wanted to roll your eyes, jump across the table and say ‘NO! Not under my name!’?

This is an embarrassing question but it happens, and I try to advise them on why what they think they want, won’t work. As designers, our job depends greatly on understanding the clients’ needs and sometimes what they need might not match the reality of the budget, the market or even the trends in the country. They simply might not be buildable and my role is to give them the consultation they need and shed light on alternative solutions. People trust you more when they feel like you’re their partner and you want what’s good for them and their business.

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Tell us about your frustrations and rewards: It’s not frustration, but more of being consumed and exhausted. I’m almost always mentally burnt out from all the daily activities and meetings; having to decide who does what and what goes where. However, the rewarding part is much better; when a project is finalized and I see what used to be a simple layout is now built and accomplished. But what I enjoy the most is observing our clients’ facial expressions when they first lay eyes on the design they wanted, or the idea they wanted us to achieve. That ‘wow’ expression on their faces is everything.

From your point of view, is design an art or a science?

A lot of people out there don’t understand that the best designs are those combining both art and science; and let’s be honest, what good is a beautiful product if it’s not practical and functional? Yet, lots of products or objects are very useful and highly functional but overlooked simply because they don’t look appealing. I like to think that art and science are partners and one can’t work without the other.

If you had no limits (money, resources) what would you create?

You can always get crazy creative if you don’t have limitations, but it’s not the true essence of creativity.

It’s not about what you don’t have that’s important, it’s what you can create with those limited resources.

Tell us something about yourself which may surprise our readers: I’m partially colour blind! Some colour shades I cannot recognize very well and I ask for the assistance of my team.

Who is your dream client?

A client with an open budget - that would be amazing!

Favourite project: I enjoy working with different clients who are passionate Article Store, Promenade Mall. The client about doing something unique. wished for a simple yet sophisticated design.

The existing geometric shape of the store was What are the latest trends? challenging but we managed to use the space This year it’s all about vintage and industrial items. As I efficiently. Furthermore, it was an interesting said, I enjoy these a lot. Raw metal and vintage wood are process as we used raw harsh materials to the design craze these days I’m also very excited to see hints of retro here and there. transform it into an aesthetic feature.

Tell us about your typical work day: It’s never typical! In our field there is no room for routine, every day comes with new challenges and new demands and it’s never boring. It keeps me on my toes always.

Do you have any advice for young designers?

Never lock yourselves in the box of rules. Understand them and then try to bend them or create your own.

And of course, always focus on the details, the shapes, colours and lines of everything; capturing, magnifying and then transforming them into your own creation

What inspires you?

New materials, weird shaped rocks, strange looking tree leaves. It’s fascinating how something seemingly unnoticeable can be the kick start of a new project.

Your message for the team at CP magazine: I would like to thank you on behalf of the SEC Interiors team for being a great support. We consider CP magazine our partner in the success we’ve achieved this year. And congratulations on going global - it’s a success well deserved! www.cpmagazine.net

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YUMMY FOR THEIR LITTLE TUMMY:

Baby and Meat!

Sherifa Alasousi

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abies are born with an iron store that lasts for about 6 months and a baby’s iron requirements are particularly high between the ages of 6 months and 2 years. This is a critical time for the growth of the brain and a lack of iron can lead to impaired mental and physical development. 1 in 5 babies aged 10 to 12 months is deficient in iron.

When iron stores are low, less of the oxygen carrying pigment hemoglobin is made and less oxygen gets to the brain. This results in difficulty concentrating and a shortened attention span. A lack of iron can also make you feel tired.

Meat is one of the foods that are naturally high in iron. Traditionally, medical professionals have recommended introducing meat to babies from around 7 months of age. Chicken/turkey is usually introduced first and red meats next. However, recent research has suggested that meat should be introduced as one of the first – or even the first – complementary foods for babies, generally from 6 months of age. This is true for breastfed babies in particular. The iron from breast milk is very bio available.

However, when exclusively breastfed babies are introduced to solid foods, they begin to absorb less iron from their milk. This is because the iron in breast milk becomes ‘bound’ by the solid food they are consuming. Furthermore, new studies have found that the more finely ground the meat, the more easily the body can absorb this iron.

Please note: Meat is a high protein food and very large amounts of protein may put a lot of strain on your baby’s immature kidneys. Therefore, we recommend offering regular, small quantities of meat mixed into another food.

INGREDIENTS n1 tbsp vegetable oil n50g finely chopped onion n20g chopped celery n1 small clove garlic, crushed n1 medium carrot (approx 85g), peeled and grated n100g lean minced beef n150ml pasta n100ml unsalted stock or boiling water n¼ tsp fresh thyme leaves or a pinch of dried thyme na pinch of sugar n3 tbsp mini pasta shells

METHOD 1.Heat the oil in a saucepan and saute the onion and celery over a low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.

2.Add the garlic and cook for one minute. Add the grated carrot and saute for 4 minutes.

3.In a separate pan, dry fry the minced beef until browned, stirring occasionally.

4.Add to the onion and carrot. Pour over the tomato sauce, boiling water or stock and add the thyme and pinch of sugar.

5.Cover and cook over a low heat for about 12 minutes.

6.Remove from the pan and pulse for a second or two in a blender to make a smoother texture.

7.Meanwhile, cook the shell pasta according to the packet instructions.

8.Drain and mix with the sauce.

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Fabulous Frames Natalie Rose Choonoo

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hoosing your spectacle frames is perhaps one of the most difficult fashion choices you will make. A spectacle frame is possibly the first thing people notice about you. It is a personal and long term choice which requires precise decision making skills. Here are some tips to guide you in your search for the ultimate eyewear accessory: 1. Choose frames that complement your face shape and features •If your face is angular or square in shape, a round or oval frame will complement you.

•Conversely, if your face is round or oval, a square or angular frame will best suit you.

•A heart shaped face i.e. wider at the top than at the bottom will benefit from having dramatic edges towards the bottom of the frame. This draws attention away from the wider part of your face.

•If your face is wider at the bottom, make sure that the top of the frame is more noticeable. Attention will be drawn to your forehead instead.

•The bridge of a frame can also affect the visual placement of your eyes and nose. A thin or clear bridge can make close set eyes look further apart. A colourful or dramatic nose bridge will add width to close set eyes.

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always be viewing through the middle of the lenses.

•A frame should not pinch you by being too tight on the nose or the back of the ears. Neither should it slide down your nose immediately.

•Your frame choice should ideally not touch the eyebrow line or your cheeks. This will irritate the skin.

4. Consider your prescription •If you are short-sighted, your lenses are thicker at the edges. Ideally you want to look for a frame which can hide this thickness. Appropriate frames would be plastics which are small.

•Alternatively, if you are long-sighted, your lenses are thicker towards the middle.

•With any high prescription, always ask to have your lenses compressed. This will enhance the cosmetic appeal of your spectacles.

•However, even with maximum compression of your lenses, some frame choices may still not be suitable.

2. Skin tone •If you have a warmer skin tone, try browns, coppers, tortoise shell, reds, oranges and some muted blues.

•A cooler skin tone benefits from greys, silvers, blacks, pinks and purples.

•It is also important to consider the colour of your hair to balance out your final choice.

5. Frame materials •Frames are usually available in three broad categories: metal, plastic or a combination of both.

•Titanium is a durable metal which is long lasting, light weight and hypo-allergic.

•The choice of frame material should be based on your comfort and any allergic reactions you may be prone to.

•Metal frames which have nose-pads work well for small and flat noses as these can be adjusted for comfort.

•Plastic frames are perceived as being trendier.

However due to our high temperatures, they do require regular adjustments.

3. Frame size •Frames that are too large can cause visual distortion and glare towards the edges, whereas frames that are too small can limit your peripheral vision.

•A frame should not be wider than the widest part of your face.

•When you try on a pair of spectacles, you should

Of course there are more factors to consider when choosing frames. The above should make the experience less stressful. Ultimately, your comfort should be priority. At International Optique, we always offer you accurate advice concerning your prescription and frame choice. Feel free to visit any International Optique, for friendly, fashionable and functional frame advice!

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“I believe the best school in photography is continual practice�

Saidazim Fazilov is a commercial photographer and graphic designer.

Based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the talented photographic artist captures images ranging in mood and genre.

Specializing in fashion and advertising, Saidazim is inspired by the art and culture of his home country, ensuring a captivated audience at his exhibitions and incessant aspiration for this projects.

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Hi, please introduce yourself to our readers: My name is Saidazim, I am a photographer and marketing lover from Uzbekistan. I run my photography studio in Tashkent and manage marketing projects of various fashion-related companies in Uzbekistan.

Sometimes I do personal projects and exhibitions; usually they are inspired by the beauty of Central Asia, specifically of my motherland Uzbekistan. I try to give a new breath to Central Asian motives with more eastern, modern and fresh ideas.

Tell us about your education: Currently I am studying MBA in Marketing.

I have BA degree in the same field from University of Wales (UK).

From the look of your portfolio, you mainly focus on fashion photography.

Once you’ve mastered this, is there another type of photography you’re looking to move into?

My main field is advertising photography.

Fashion is just a part of this huge industry.

You are right though, while fashion is my main focus today, I also do food, product, portrait and interior photography as well. I think advertising photography by its nature is a fundamentally different and challenging field. You can never follow the same pattern to shoot, edit and present images in this industry. Every single project is different from another. It is mentally and physically hard work, but I am sure this is what makes my job special.

When did you first become interested in photography? What sparked it and when did you decide that it was what you were going to do?

It is hard to identify the exact day or moment when I started to see myself as a photographer. Most probably my first photography experience happened in my school years. I was a founder of my own school newspaper at the age of 11, where I did a lot of media-related work, including interviewing people, designing content and of course, taking pictures. Photography was not my main field at the beginning, but it Coming back to your question as for the become more and more accumulative over types of photography fields I would like to a time. move into, recently I recognized that my projects usually range in various photography Were you educated in photography or fields. This is curious, but I do significantly are you self-taught? different jobs for different clients. Some of I have no special education in photography, them need studio portraits, some prefer but I learned the basics of composition at reportage pictures, some are asking for the age of 16 when I was invited to take a product photography, others need fine art part in a UNICEF photography workshop for concepts to be applied. I guess advertising children. All other concepts and techniques photography is universal and incorporates all I taught myself. I believe the best school in other photography fields inside. If so, I never photography is continual practice and ability feel a lack of a genre in my work. to observe things that happen around us.

Where do you go and how do you find What cameras do you shoot with most inspiration for your photography? What and what advantages do you get from inspires you? using them?

This year, I realized that I find inspiration in I use Canon. Sometimes I switch to different people. Most of all I am inspired by successful Canon models depending on the output people who are smart, beautiful and run purpose. Currently I use Canon 6D in the successful businesses. A few years ago I was studio. I like the lightness of the camera body inspired by projects and cultural heritages; and its compact size. I also use the wi-fi this year I am truly amazed by people who tethering feature available in this device. create those projects.

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You’ve clearly worked with a wide range of models. What tips can you recommend to people looking to expand their portfolio?

Do you mean tips for models or for photographers?

If we are talking about models, the first thing I would suggest is to practice in front of the mirror before going to the first test shooting. The simplest tip is to copy expressions, positions and characters delivered by professional models in the top glamour media. The second important thing I would love to suggest to a model is to not be in rush to go to a professional advertising shoot, especially if you have no experience. I’ve seen plenty of cases when the entire team of stylists, designers and assistants were failing to do a proper job because of an inexperienced model. As a model you should understand that if you fail to do a proper job today with professionals, you most probably won't be invited back tomorrow.

If you are a photographer, make sure to scan images (polaroids/snapshots) of a model before the actual shooting. It is hard to explain, but I see how models would be photographed, lit and even styled before they arrive at the studio.

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I usually look to the face shape and shoulder proportions in relation to the face. I do look at the hair quality and the way it is cut. The skin colour is another important factor. If I do personal projects, I try to use different models in order to diversify images in my portfolio.

How much time do you spend taking photos, versus retouching photos?

Retouching is a very time consuming process. I definitely spend more time on retouching than I do photographing. Sometimes, for big projects, retouching is a team effort with my graphic designers.

What is your favourite part of the photographic process?

I love the actual photography process, especially when we’ve done all necessary preparations beforehand. This includes logistics, set decoration, styling and lighting plan. It is a pleasure when the work conditions are ready and you can just enjoy the photography.

To what degree do you retouch your photos.

Photoshop? Lightroom? Aperture? Is there anything you like to do with your photos in particular, such as add certain curves?

I use Lightroom for selection purposes. It is very convenient to mark/flag images, preview and sort them.

All other jobs I do manually in Photoshop. The amount of retouching depends on the output purpose. Some projects are almost without any corrections, others involve hi-end beauty retouching with professional skills.

What has been your most favourite photo shoot or collaboration? Describe the experience.

Recently we did an experimental editorial collaboration with few Uzbekistan based underground designers who specialize in menswear. The segment of underground men’s fashion is not too big here, but we have a lot of talents who deserve attention. In this case, we conduct our personal editorial session to support them and to give them more exposure via our lenses. I invited a fashion stylist to mix the garments of these designers and collect proper looks for a story. I really hope we can see the result of this collaboration very soon!

Which fashion photographers do you look up to?

Recently I've been tracking for Vogue Italia's photography contest with new talents in photography. I was inspired by the works of a winner, Uldus Bakhtiozina. She did a marvelous job in delivering her unique vision via totally mind breaking styling and atmosphere. This is not something we usually associate with superior editing or composition, but it is about the mood and associative part of objects that are inside of the frame.

Do you have a favourite photography website?

I became very interested in various photography websites about 2-3 years ago. My favourite was 500px. These days I guess Instagram has become my guide into the world of photography. It is a convenient tool for me to quickly scan what is happening, apart from the quality.

Who have you learned the most from?

From all photographers and models who are around me.

Every time I see the new works of my colleagues, I learn something new.

If you can only have one lens for the rest of your life, what is it?

Canon kit lens 24-105mm would be fine. It is quite universal, I will manage!

How can we see more of your work and how can prospective clients reach you for collaborations?

I am online with almost all social media. I am open for new friends and projects. My contact information with a brief portfolio is available on my website at www. saidazimfazilov.com www.cpmagazine.net

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Incredible India!

Gill Sherry

When it comes to India, there’s only ever been one destination on my wish list - The Taj Mahal. So when the opportunity presented itself to visit this particular corner of South Asia, I jumped at the chance.

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ne thing I hadn’t bargained for was the logistical minefield I had to negotiate in order to get there. Agra is not the easiest of places to get to, not just from Kuwait but from anywhere. It sits on the banks of the River Yamuna in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. Whilst there is a small airport in Agra, most tourists find it necessary to fly to New Delhi and then travel the 131 miles (210 kms) to Agra by road or rail.

Purchasing train tickets was a challenge in itself. The complex schedule is available to view online but you are only able to complete the booking if you have an Indian mobile number. Not exactly tourist friendly!

Trying to beat the system by inventing a number is not an option as they will send a code to the given mobile number which you then have to enter on the website.

Giving up on the online system, I asked the advice of the ‘travel desk’ in my New Delhi hotel. Unable to assist (I’m still not sure why!) they sent me to the train station. Here, I was faced with endless queues only to be told I could only buy tickets for travel on the same day and advised to find a Ministry Tourist Office specializing in train travel. This was a little more successful, but I ended up paying a hefty commission for the privilege of using their services.

Boarding the train the following day was an experience in itself. Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station was a hive of activity and a haven for pick-pockets. Laden with luggage and feeling particularly vulnerable, I was relieved to finally take my seat aboard the Gatimaan Express. I was pleasantly surprised by both the comfort and speed of the train and although I declined the on-board meal, it looked edible and well presented.

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camera down. The sights from Delhi to Agra were both shocking and humbling and I was truly sickened to witness such a horrific degree of poverty and desperation. Children roamed naked beside the train track; women bathed in dirty water; men foraged through tons on rubbish; families slept beneath bridges and trees. Though appalled by the conditions in which these people were forced to live, it was hard to feel anything other than sympathy for the impossible position they found themselves in. It was also incomprehensible to realize that the Government had allowed the situation to escalate to such a seemingly insurmountable scale.

Arriving in Agra, I was relieved to see my name being held aloft by the hotel driver. Left to the mercy of hundreds of auto and rickshaw operators all desperate for a fare, I would undoubtedly have left myself wide open to their unscrupulous demeanor.

As it was, I was transported swiftly, but safely, to my chosen hotel.

Being a Friday, the Taj Mahal was closed but the hotel roof terrace afforded panoramic views of Agra and beyond, and with it, my first glimpse of the famous marble masterpiece. I could hardly wait to get there the following day.

Not wanting to sit idle, I took an auto to Agra Fort.

This walled city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was bustling with tourists, mostly Indian, who had gathered to gaze at the spectacular red sandstone structure. Despite the downpour, a predictable consequence of the seasonal monsoon, it was a sight to behold and once again, offered spectacular views of its more famous sister monument, the Taj Mahal.

Evening entertainment in Agra is virtually nonexistent. It’s inadvisable to venture outside of your

hotel grounds, where thousands of locals line the streets in various states of undress. Their living conditions range from tin shacks, to self-made tents to a sheet of cardboard on the ground. It’s heartbreaking to witness their struggle for survival in the shadows of the wealth and opulence of some of India’s most luxurious hotels. Anyone with an ounce of compassion could not fail to be moved by the plight of the oppressed.

Inevitably, the route leading to the Taj Mahal was littered with those selling their wares, each waiting to relieve you of your cash in exchange for a tacky souvenir. The entry system was made up of two queues, male and female, at the end of which your bag is searched and a random selection of items (sweets, phone chargers, cigarettes) confiscated.

At long last, I was offered my first ground-level glimpse of the Taj Mahal. It’s difficult to describe the combined feeling of emotion and relief at finally laying eyes on this majestic mausoleum. I was hypnotized by its aura, its grandeur and its outstanding beauty.

Four statant minarets stand guard around the large central dome, with four smaller domes completing the symmetrical splendour of this architectural marvel.

For those unfamiliar with its history, the Taj Mahal was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, as the final resting place for his beloved wife, Arjumand Banu Begum. Later known as Mumtaz Mahal (chosen one of the palace) she was the favourite of his three queens. Over 20,000 men and 1,000 elephants were used in its construction; the result being a combination of Indian, Persian and Islamic influences. Inside the mausoleum, a false tomb is housed within an octagonal marble chamber. The genuine casket containing the queen’s

actual remains, lies unseen, below ground level.

Despite the growing crowds surrounding the Taj Mahal, I was able to enjoy every minute of my time within the grounds. The photo opportunities were endless and around every corner, lay another excuse to stand and marvel at the exquisite beauty of this timeless token of love. It’s one thing to see it in photographs, but quite another to be dwarfed by its physical glory.

Reluctant to leave, I made my way towards the exit and through the scores of vendors eager to cash in on my emotional journey. Some can only be described as aggressive and a firm disposition was required to keep their advances at bay.

Unwilling to disembark the train back in New Delhi without the reassurance of a hotel car to collect me, I decided to take a taxi back to the airport. Unlike the train, the road route avoided most of the squalor and filth associated with India’s Dalit population. I was impressed by the condition of both the road and the taxi and despite the four hour drive, arrived safely back at Delhi Airport in time for my flight back to Kuwait.

My first trip to India was certainly one to remember.

Whilst I was blown away by the magnificence of the Taj Mahal, I was also repulsed by the impoverishment on almost every street corner. It’s hard to believe that one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and the most visited attraction in India, is also home to such extreme levels of poverty that it’s almost impossible to separate the two. It’s certainly not for the fainthearted and whilst I will never forget the undeniable beauty of the Taj Mahal, my memories will always be tainted by the ugliness of its surroundings. www.cpmagazine.net

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THE CITY GUIDE

COLOMBIA

Home to a traumatic but rich history, stunning scenery and some of the continent’s most welcoming and sophisticated people, Colombia is a natural draw for travellers to South America. Despite its four-decade-long civil war and reputation for violence, improved security conditions have led to a sharp increase in tourism. Foreigners and Colombians alike are now far more able to explore this thrilling paradise of cloudforested mountains, palmfringed beaches and gorgeous colonial cities. The only country in South America to border both the Pacific and the Caribbean, Colombia offers a huge range of ecosystems, from the Amazon rainforest near Leticia to the snowcapped mountains of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the tropical islands of San Andres and Providencia.

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Matiz The Charlee Hotels

Across from Parque Lleras and featuring a striking luggage-art installation, this downtown boutique hotel is 2 km from the Medellin Museum of Modern Art..

Bogota Marriott Hotel

The Bogota Marriott Hotel is the first hotel from Marriott International to open in Colombia. It was inaugurated on October 2009. The Bogota Marriott Hotel and Corporate Center is located in the Av El Dorado.

El Bandido Bistro Sofitel Legend Santa Clara

In a converted 17th-century convent near the Caribbean Sea, this upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from Las Bovedas dungeons and 3 km from Castillo San Felipe de Barajas fortress.

Hilton Cartagena

This upscale beachfront hotel is 7 km from Las Bovedas. The bright rooms feature flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi (fee) and minibars, plus safes, tea and coffeemaking facilities and sitting areas. They also have terraces and ocean or city views.

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THE COLONIAL CHURCHES OF POPAYAN The colonial capital of the southwest has retained it’s all-white, elegant character with handsome churches and mansions close to volcanoes, hot springs and indigenous markets.

CARNAVAL DE BARRANQUILLA Colombia’s biggest, craziest festival is a riot of colours, sounds, parades and parties.

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TREKKING TO CIUDAD PERDIDA The five-day trek to the “Lost City” of the Tairona is one of South America’s great adventures, featuring cool forest streams, indigenous villages and junglestrewn ruins.

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MUSEO BOTERO, BOGOTA Essential homage to one of the greatest contemporary artists in South America, featuring plenty of his signature plump ladies.

Bon voyage!

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Spend the Last Days of Summer Enjoying Culture in the Great Alpine Outdoors of St. Moritz with Giardino Mountain

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witzerland’s Upper Engadin may be best known for its glamorous winter ski season, thanks in part to swish St. Moritz being nestled in the valley, but the region’s sunny and verdant summer may offer even more reason to visit. While the mercury in the GCC remains at its peak, savvy travellers can escape to the pristine mountains in August and September for outdoor cultural events amid fresh Alpine air for a dose of natural invigoration. And in the relaxed luxury of the five-star-superior Giardino Mountain hotel, there is arguably nowhere better suited to relax in blissedout comfort between exploring the Alps’ ultimate summer paradise.

Situated in Champfèr, just minutes from St. Moritz, Giardino Mountain welcomes guests from the moment they arrive at the charming, traditionalEngadin-style building decorated with sgraffito – meticulous designs created by hand-carving through plaster. Within the traditional exterior, modern comforts and designer furnishings inspired by the surrounding region fill the contemporary hotel, which includes 78 guest rooms and suites, three restaurants, dipiù Spa and a myriad of summer (and winter) activities such as yoga retreats, paragliding, hiking and sailing on the lake.

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Tranquil guest rooms and suites embrace sophisticated tastes while taking aesthetic inspiration from the natural charms of the Alpine landscape: modish fabrics sit against warm wooden flooring; oversized, contemporary-style bathtubs, and terraces or balconies beckon guests to take a deep breath and relax. More unwinding is easily accomplished in dipiù Spa, where eight treatment rooms engulf guests in pampering indulgence with therapies such as the signature dipiù Aroma Oil Massage, and saunas, an indoor pool and an Aveda hair salon are also found throughout the rest of the spa. From one indulgent experience to the next, Giardino Mountain gives guests the option to dine as their mood dictates – how does under the sunny sky or cosied up by a fireplace sound? – with Italian, Asian and Mediterranean at Guardalej, and authentic Engadin fare at Stüva. It’s Ristorante Ecco, however, that is one the most sought-after dining experiences in St. Moritz, having been awarded two Michelin stars for its seasonal, natural menu by chef Rolf Fliegauf.

Closed during the summer months, Ecco will reopen for the winter season at Giardino Mountain.

In the warmth of a summer day guests can hop on one of Giardino Mountain’s complimentary bicycles to take in one of the many cultural events happening

throughout the summer season. In August, the 20th Celerina New Orleans Jazz Festival kicks off from the 19th-21st with street parades, performances in village squares and evening concerts; over the same dates, car enthusiasts will enjoy the 5th Passione Engadina where Italian-manufactured vintage cars are displayed in a refined atmosphere. In September, the great outdoors is the place to be with St. Moritz Art Masters (Aug 26Sept 4) showcasing renowned American artists such as Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock and Jeff Koons in venues around town, making for a world-class art crawl; and from September 18-24, the 14th Resonanzen International Culture Festival guides visitors on cultural walks around Engadin by day, and at night entertains with chamber music, theatre performances and poetry.

Hotel •5* Superior •78 rooms and suites •First opened: 1913 •Reopening as Giardino retreat: 2011 •Comprises 7 Engadine properties with historic backgrounds, featuring a combination of natural and elegant materials Bookings reservation@giardino-mountain.ch +41 (0)800 333 313 www.giardino-mountain.ch www.cpmagazine.net

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‫أطلبي مسبق ًا مجموعة "فيغ" المحدودة لمالبس السهرة اآلن‬ ‫من موقع "مودا أوبراندي" اإللكتروني‬

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The fault in our genes

Curbing birth defects before conception!

Dr. Monika Chawla

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hildren whose parents are cousins run more than double the risk of being born with a congenital abnormality. These marriages are a strong tradition in the MENA region due to the cultural importance of higher familial compatibility and stability. However, it has its downsides.

Birth defects, also known as congenital abnormalities, can range from relatively minor problems such as extra fingers or toes through to major lifethreatening disease such as holes in the heart or brain development disorders. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (genetic diagnosis before pregnancy starts) helps in the identification of these diseased embryos before conception. It begins with the process of in vitro fertilization that involves taking eggs from a woman’s body and then fertilizing them in a laboratory. Over the next three days, the embryo divides into a cluster in the laboratory. One or two cells

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are removed from the embryo carefully in a biopsy.

This causes no damage to the embryo and is done skillfully. The cells are then evaluated to determine if the inheritance of a problematic gene is present in the embryo. Once the PGD procedure has been performed and embryos free of genetic problems have been identified, the embryo are placed back in the uterus, and implantation is possible.

CASE REPORT:1 Mrs. FA attended the clinic one year ago with a history of two out of three children affected by “lysosomal storage disorder�, a rare and lethal disease that causes the accumulation of dangerous toxins due to a genetic enzyme defect. F told us that the children seemed absolutely healthy when they were born but gradually discovered they suffered from serious infections, diarrheas, and hernias. Later, there was deformation of facial features, an enlarged tongue

This November... and enlarged liver (hepatomegaly). Other signs of this disease are mental retardation and development delay. The parents’ lives had taken an unexpected, drastic turn and they searched desperately for solutions. The couple, who were married first cousins, were later diagnosed with a passive carrier gene which caused the emergence of this disease.

This detection allowed an innovative, life saving preventative measure to be taken. F underwent a treatment called preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD), which allowed careful selection of healthy embryos for implantation, and has just delivered a healthy baby boy. Her joy has no bounds.

CASE REPORT: 2 A and MJ were trying to conceive after three years of marriage. Both parents had heterozygous mutation (gene defect carriers) for Beta Thalassemia, which was a concern for their previous pregnancy. After undergoing hardships with their first child who did suffer from Beta Thalassemia disorder and needed repeated blood transfusions, they wanted to be cautious in their approach.

PGD provided a miraculous aid to healthy conception.

The couple underwent In vitro fertilization and genetic testing for embryos not only for the thalassemia gene but also for the Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) tissue type. This test ensures that the new born child will be not only be born free of illness but also can function as a stem cell donor for treating the sick child. With aid of PGD, A conceived and recently underwent a caesarean delivery of an unaffected healthy baby. The umbilical cord blood of this baby was collected for treatment of the baby’s brother.

PGD of single gene disorders, combined with HLA matching, represents one of the most recent developments in reproductive medicine. This strategy has emerged as an excellent tool for couples at risk of transmitting a genetic disease. As discussed above, a great benefit of the technique is that it allows the selection of unaffected, compatible embryos that can function as stem cell donors for affected siblings.

At delivery, cells from the newborn’s umbilical cord blood are collected and used to reconstruct the blood system of the affected sibling, a lifesaving measure: the availability of a HLA-compatible donor raises the chance of cure to over 90%.

In a recent breakthrough at Fakih IVF, Abu Dhabi, PGD (preimplantation genetic diagnosis) has been used to identify rare cancer genes (BRCA-1 and 2) which lead to a 70-80 percent risk of breast cancer.

Women have to undergo mutilating surgery for the removal of breasts at a young age to prevent cancer.

This can be avoided by identifying the high risk gene in embryos and implanting only embryos with low cancer risk. Fakih IVF recently enabled one of five such PGD-undergone pregnancies, a remarkable milestone for reproductive health.

PGD is a great development in the field of IVF and helps to prevent the negative effects of consanguineous marriages, which makes it an especially useful tool in the MENA region. It is also useful for carriers of sex-linked genetic disorders or chromosomal disorders (for example Down’s syndrome), women aged 38 and older, women who experience recurring pregnancy loss and women with repeated failed fertility treatment. It’s a revolutionary development in science and is here to stay.

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Autumn/Winter 2016 Collection it‘s all about fabulous statement pieces, fine-layering, pearls and bling…

Say hello to the launch of the Lovisa Autumn/Winter 2016 collection. Lovisa epitomises the key jewellery accessories to complement any outfit for the social butterfly, or trendsetter who want the latest trends at a brilliant price. This season’s key trends are about statement pieces and fine layering. Now available in UAE, Kuwait, Oman and KSA.

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MUSIC TOP MUSIC CHARTS 1

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One Dance

Don't Mind

All The Way Up

Too Good

Somewhere On A Beach

Drake, Wizkid & Kyla

Kent Jones

Fat Joe

Drake & Rihanna

Dierks Bentley

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Can't Stop The Feeling!

Ride

Me, Myself & I

Sucker For Pain

All In My Head (Flex)

Justin Timberlake

Twenty One Pilots

G-Eazy & Bebe Rexha

Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa & Imagine Dragons With Logic, Ty Dolla $ign & X Ambassadors

Fifth Harmony & Fetty Wap

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Cheap Thrills

Just Like Fire

Hold Up

Dangerous Woman

One Call Away

Sia

P!nk

Beyonce Knowles

Ariana Grande

Charlie Puth

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This Is What You Came For

Panda

Work

I Got The Keys

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Calvin Harris & Rihanna

Desiigner

Rihanna & Drake

DJ Khaled, Jay-Z & Future

D.R.A.M. & Lil Yachty

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Don't Let Me Down

7 Years

Controlla

Pop Style

Unsteady

Chainsmokers & Daya

Lukas Graham

Drake & Beenie Man

Drake

X Ambassadors

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Needed Me

H.O.L.Y.

Never Be Like You

We Don't Talk Anymore

I Took A Pill In Ibiza

Rihanna

Florida Georgia Line

Flume & Kai

Charlie Puth & Selena Gomez

Mike Posner

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Work From Home

Don't Hurt Yourself

Treat You Better

For Free

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Fifth Harmony & Ty Dolla $ign

Beyonce Knowles & Jack White

Shawn Mendes

DJ Khaled & Drake

Twenty One Pilots

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Send My Love (To Your New Lover)

Heathens

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Into You

Humble And Kind

Adele

Twenty One Pilots

Fergie

Ariana Grande

Tim McGraw

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FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS

BEN HUR

DON'T BREATHE

A New York heiress is determined to become a famous opera singer despite her lack of talent.

The epic story of Judah Ben-Hur (Jack Huston), a prince falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother Messala (Toby Kebbell), an officer in the Roman army. Stripped of his title, separated from his family and the woman he loves (Nazanin Boniadi), Judah is forced into slavery. After years at sea, Judah returns to his homeland to seek revenge, but finds redemption.

A group of friends break into the house of a wealthy blind man, thinking they’ll get away with the perfect heist. They’re wrong.

CAST: Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant, Rebecca Ferguson, Simon Helberg, John Kavanagh, Nina Arianda

CAST: Morgan Freeman, Jack Huston, Gal Gadot, Toby Kebbell, Nazanin Boniadi, Rodrigo Santoro

CAST: Dylan Minnette, Stephen Lang, Jane Levy, Daniel Zovatto

DIRECTOR: Stephen Frears Arianda

DIRECTOR: Timur Bekmambetov

DIRECTOR: Fede Alvarez

GENRES: DRAMA

GENRES: DRAMA ACTION REMAKE PERIOD

GENRES: TEEN THRILLER

MORGAN

WAR DOGS

SULLY

A corporate troubleshooter (Kate Mara) is sent to a remote, top-secret location, where she is to investigate and evaluate a terrifying accident. She learns the event was triggered by a seemingly innocent “human,” who presents a mystery of both infinite promise and incalculable danger.

Based on a true story, War Dogs follows two friends in their early 20s (Hill and Teller) living in Miami Beach during the Iraq War who exploit a little-known government initiative that allows small businesses to bid on U.S. Military contracts. Starting small, they begin raking in big money and are living the high life.

But the pair gets in over their heads when they land a 300 million dollar deal to arm the Afghan Military—a deal that puts them in business with some very shady people, not the least of which turns out to be the U.S. Government.

Capt. Chesley Sullenberger, a pilot for more than four decades, is catapulted to fame after birds fly into the engines of flight 1549 on January 15, 2009, crippling the jet. He lands the plane safely on the surface of the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 passengers on board.

CAST: Kate Mara, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rose Leslie, Paul Giamatti, Boyd Holbrook, Toby Jones

CAST: Miles Teller, Jonah Hill, Ana de Armas, JB Blanc, Shaun Toub, Bradley Cooper

CAST: Tom Hanks, Laura Linney, Anna Gunn, Aaron Eckhart, Autumn Reeser, Jerry Ferrara

DIRECTOR: Luke Scott

DIRECTOR: Stephen Frears Arianda

DIRECTOR: Clint Eastwood

GENRES: THRILLER

GENRES: COMEDY

GENRES: DRAMA BIOGRAPHY

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MOVIES

ANTHROPOID

MIA MADRE

MECHANIC: RESURRECTION

Heydrich, the main architect behind the Final Solution, was the Reich's third in command behind Hitler and Himmler and the leader of Nazi forces in Czechoslovakia. The film follows two soldiers from the Czechoslovakian army-in-exile, Josef Gabčík (Cillian Murphy) and Jan Kubis (Jamie Dornan), who are parachuted into their occupied homeland in December 1941. With limited intelligence and little equipment in a city under lock down, they must find a way to assassinate Heydrich, an operation that would change the face of Europe forever.

Margherita is a director shooting a film with the famous American actor Barry Huggins, who is quite a headache on set. Away from the shoot, Margherita tries to hold her life together, despite her mother’s illness and her daughter’s adolescence.

Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) returns as the Mechanic in the sequel to the 2011 action thriller.

When the deceitful actions of a cunning but beautiful woman [Jessica Alba] force him to return to the life he left behind, Bishop’s life is once again in danger as he has to complete an impossible list of assassinations of the most dangerous men in the world.

CAST: Jamie Dornan, Cillian Murphy, Charlotte Le Bon, Ana Geislerová, Harry Lloyd, Bill Milner

CAST: John Turturro, Nanni Moretti, Guilia Lazzarini, Margherita Buy

CAST: Jason Statham, Jessica Alba, Tommy Lee Jones, Michelle Yeoh, Sam Hazeldine, John Cenatiempo

DIRECTOR: Sean Ellis

DIRECTOR: Nanni Moretti

DIRECTOR: Dennis Gansel

GENRES: DRAMA PERIOD WAR

GENRES: DRAMA

GENRES: SEQUEL ACTION THRILLER

THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS

BEFORE I WAKE

THE WILD LIFE

In the years following World War I, Tom Sherbourne (Michael Fassbender), a young veteran still numb from his years in combat, takes a job as lighthouse keeper on Janus Rock, a remote island off the coast of Western Australia. As the island’s sole inhabitant, he finds comfort in the monotony of the chores and the solitude of his surroundings. When he meets the daughter of the school’s headmaster, Isabel Graysmark (Alicia Vikander), in the local town of Partageuse on the mainland, Tom is immediately captivated by her beauty, wit and passion, and they are soon married and living on the island.

In this supernatural thriller, Jessie (Kate Bosworth) and Mark (Thomas Jane) decide to take in a sweet and loving 8-year-old boy, Cody. Unbeknownst to them, Cody is terrified of falling asleep. At first, they assume his previous unstable homes caused his aversion to sleep, but soon discover why: Cody’s dreams manifest in reality as he sleeps. In one moment they experience the incredible wonder of Cody’s imagination, and in the next, the horrific nature of his night terrors. To save their new family, Jessie and Mark embark on a dangerous hunt to uncover the truth behind Cody’s nightmares.

From the over-exuberant parrot Tuesday to the snackobsessed tapir Rosie, from the persnickety echidna Epi to the acrobatic pangolin Pango, from the ditzy goat Scrubby to the commonsensical kingfisher Kiki and the always-cool chameleon Carmello, things are larger than life on a tropical isle that is pure wild animal paradise. Then Robinson Crusoe, a marooned human, arrives in the midst of a furious storm, and their lives are forever changed by this bewildering new “creature.” No matter their differences, castaway human and quirky animals embark on an hilarious new adventure, building the island’s first tree house and surviving together.

CAST: Rachel Weisz, Alicia Vikander, Michael Fassbender, Caren Pistorius, Emily Barclay

CAST: Kate Bosworth, Thomas Jane, Annabeth Gish, Dash Mihok, Kyla Deaver, Jacob Tremblay

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DIRECTOR: Derek Cianfrance

DIRECTOR: Mike Flanagan

DIRECTOR: Ben Stassen, Vincent Kesteloot

GENRES: DRAMA ADAPTATION

GENRES: HORROR SUSPENSE

GENRES: FAMILY ADVENTURE COMEDY 3D

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TOP READING PICKS FOR

THE GIRL WITH THE LOWER BACK TATTOO

by Amy Schumer

The Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and star of Inside Amy Schumer and the acclaimed film Trainwreck has taken the entertainment world by storm with her winning blend of smart, satirical humor. Now, Amy Schumer has written a refreshingly candid and uproariously funny collection of (extremely) personal and observational essays.

In The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo, Amy mines her past for stories about her teenage years, her family, relationships and shares the experiences that have shaped who she is a woman with the courage to bare her soul to stand up for what she believes in, all while making us laugh.

I CONTAIN MULTITUDES: The Microbes Within Us and a Grander View of Life

by Ed Yong

IT ENDS WITH US

by Colleen Hoover

Lily hasn’t always had it easy, but that’s never stopped her from working hard for the life she wants. She’s come a long way from the small town in Maine where she grew up—she graduated from college, moved to Boston, and started her own business. So when she feels a spark with a gorgeous neurosurgeon named Ryle Kincaid, everything in Lily’s life suddenly seems almost too good to be true.

Every animal, whether human, squid, or wasp, is home to millions of bacteria and other microbes. Many people think of microbes as germs to be eradicated, but those that live with us—the microbiome— build our bodies, protect our health, shape our identities, and grant us incredible abilities. In this astonishing book, Ed Yong takes us on a grand tour through our microbial partners, and introduces us to the scientists on the front lines of discovery.

BORN BRIGHT: A Young Girl's Journey from Nothing to Something in America

by C. Nicole Mason

Standing on the stage, I felt exposed and like an intruder. In these professional settings, my personal experiences with hunger, poverty, and episodic homelessness, often go undetected. I had worked hard to learn the rules and disguise my beginning in life...

So begins Born Bright, C. Nicole Mason's powerful memoir, a story of reconciliation, constrained choices and life on the other side of the tracks. Born in the 1970s in Los Angeles, California, Mason was raised by a beautiful, but volatile 16-year-old single mother. Early on, she learned to navigate between an unpredictable home life and school where she excelled.

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TASTES LIKE CHICKEN: A History of America's Favorite Bird

by Emelyn Rude

THE BOOK THAT MATTERS MOST

by Ann Hood

Ava’s twenty-five-year marriage has fallen apart, and her two grown children are pursuing their own lives outside of the country. Ava joins a book group, not only for her love of reading but also out of sheer desperation for companionship. The group’s goal throughout the year is for each member to present the book that matters most to them. Ava rediscovers a mysterious book from her childhood—one that helped her through the traumas of the untimely deaths of her sister and mother. Alternating with Ava’s story is that of her troubled daughter Maggie, who, living in Paris, descends into a destructive relationship with an older man. Ava’s mission to find that book and its enigmatic author takes her on a quest that unravels the secrets of her past and offers her and Maggie the chance to remake their lives.

SWEAR ON THIS LIFE

by Renee Carlino

When a bestselling debut novel from mysterious author J.Colby becomes the literary event of the year, Emiline reads it reluctantly.

As an adjunct writing instructor at UC San Diego with her own stalled literary career and a bumpy long-term relationship, Emiline isn’t thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments of a young and gifted writer.

Yet from the very first page, Emiline is entranced by the story of Emerson and Jackson, two childhood best friends who fall in love and dream of a better life beyond the long dirt road that winds through their impoverished town in rural Ohio.

How did chicken achieve the culinary ubiquity it enjoys today? It’s hard to imagine, but there was a point in history, not terribly long ago, that individual people each consumed less than ten pounds of chicken per year. Today, those numbers are strikingly different: we consumer nearly twenty-five times as much chicken as our great-grandparents did.

Collectively, Americans devour 73.1 million pounds of chicken in a day, close to 8.6 billion birds per year. How did chicken rise from nearinvisibility to being in seemingly "every pot," as per Herbert Hoover's famous promise?

THE ONE MAN

by Andrew Gross

1944. Physics professor Alfred Mendl is separated from his family and sent to the men’s camp, where all of his belongings are tossed on a roaring fire. His books, his papers, his life’s work. The Nazis have no idea what they have just destroyed. And without that physical record, Alfred is one of only two people in the world with his particular knowledge. Knowledge that could start a war, or end it.

Nathan Blum works behind a desk at an intelligence office in Washington, DC, but he longs to contribute to the war effort in a more meaningful way, and he has a particular skill set the U.S. suddenly needs. Nathan is fluent in German and Polish, he is Semitic looking, and he proved his scrappiness at a young age when he escaped from the Polish ghetto. Now, the government wants him to take on the most dangerous assignment of his life: Nathan must sneak into Auschwitz, on a mission to find and escape with one man.

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A Very Note-worthy Evolution A look back at Galaxy Note devices over the years As Samsung plans to introduce the latest addition to the Galaxy Note family with the launch of its all-new Galaxy Note7; we take a stroll down memory lane to revisit its extraordinary predecessors while touching upon some of their rather unique features and capabilities. From the original Galaxy Note that started it all in 2011 to last year’s Galaxy Note5, Samsung has continued to revolutionize the smartphone sector with stateof-the-art innovations, with every new model.

Galaxy Note

The first of the Note family was announced in November 2011. At the time it was the world’s first and largest smartphone screen with its 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED display, bringing in the performance of a tablet while maintaining the convenience and portability of a smartphone. With the inclusion of the advanced S-Pen for the Galaxy Note’s touch screen, users were guaranteed a smartphone like never before, even coining the term ‘phablet’.

Galaxy Note II

With the introduction of the Galaxy Note II in October 2012, the boundaries of mobileproductivity were pushed ever further.

The Galaxy Note II featured the application-rich ‘Premium Suite’ not only providing a more enhanced user interface but also unleashing a new era in self-expression and enabling content design like never before, cementing the phone’s status as the ultimate smartphone for on-the-go creativity.

‫ استطاعت سامسونج الدفع‬،2012 ‫ في أكتوبر‬Galaxy Note II ‫مع إطالق جهاز‬ ‫ إذ يتميز الجهاز‬،‫بالحدود فيما يتعلق باإلنتاجية على الهاتف المحمول‬ ‫" التي ال توفر فقط‬Premium Suite" ‫بمجموعة غنية من التطبيقات ضمن‬ ‫ بل وتكشف أيضًا عن حقبة جديدة من التعبير عن‬،‫واجهة مستخدم معززة‬ ‫ مما يرسخ صفة الهاتف‬،‫الذات وتتيح تصميم المحتوى ألول مرة على اإلطالق‬ .‫بأنه الهاتف الذكي األكثر إبداعًا‬ 070

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Galaxy Note3

The Galaxy Note3, which was unveiled in September 2013 along with the Galaxy Gear came with an even wider 5.7-inch Full HD Super AMOLED display as well as significant S-Pen upgrades for users to accomplish everyday tasks with a click of a button, taking productivity to a whole new level. Samsung’s defensegrade security platform KNOX first became commercially available on the Note3, with other market-deployed devices following suit.

،Galaxy Gear ‫ بالتزامن مع‬2013 ‫ والذي تم إطالقه في سبتمبر‬Galaxy Note3 ‫جهاز‬ ‫ جبنًا‬Full HD Super AMOLED ‫ بوصة من النوع‬5.7 ‫مزود بشاشة أكبر بقياس‬ ّ ‫ حتى يتمكن المستخدمون‬S-Pen ‫إلى جنب مع التطويرات الكبيرة في قلم‬ ‫من إنجاز مهامهم اليومية بكبسة زر فقط واالنتقال باإلنتاجية إلى مستوى‬ .‫جديد بالكامل‬

‫على مر السنين ‪ Galaxy Note‬نظر ٌة على تاريخ جهاز‬ ‫مع عزم سامسونج تقديم النسخة األحدث من عائلة ‪ Galaxy Note‬عبر طرح جهازها الجديد بالكامل ‪ ،Galaxy Note7‬نعود‬ ‫وابتداء من‬ ‫بالذاكرة لنتعرف على أهم المحطات التي مر بها جهاز ‪ Galaxy Note‬ونستعرض فيها أهم التقنيات والمزايا‪.‬‬ ‫ً‬ ‫الجيل األول من جهاز ‪ Galaxy Note‬الذي تم إطالقه في ‪ 2011‬وحتى نسخة ‪ Galaxy Note 5‬العام الماضي‪ ،‬استمرت سامسونج‬ ‫في إعادة تعريف قطاع الهواتف الذكية مع تقنيات متطورة في كل جهاز جديد تطلقه‪.‬‬ ‫تم اإلعالن عن الجهاز األول في عائلة أجهزة ‪ Note‬في نوفمبر ‪ ،2011‬وفي ذلك الوقت كان الجهاز‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫هو الهاتف الذكي األول في العالم بشاشة ‪ 5.3‬بوصة من نوع ‪ ،HD Super AMOLED‬مقدمًا‬ ‫أعلى درجات األداء مع الحفاظ على الراحة في االستخدام والقدرة على حمله كهاتف ذكي‪.‬‬ ‫القلم المتطور ‪ S-Pen‬مع الشاشة ذات الحجم الكبير نسبيًا فتحا المجال أمام المستخدمين‬ ‫حتى يستخدموا الهاتف الذكي كما لم يعهدوه من قبل‪ ،‬وبدأ مصطلح "الهاتف اللوحي"‬ ‫(‪ )phablet‬باالنتشار‪.‬‬

‫‪Galaxy Note5‬‬

‫‪The Galaxy Note5 was unveiled in August, last year. Featuring‬‬ ‫‪a Quad HD Super AMOLED screen and connectivity features‬‬ ‫‪such as ‘SideSync’, the phones also introduced embedded‬‬ ‫‪wireless charging technology along with significant updates‬‬ ‫‪to the S-Pen. Introducing a state-of-the-art fingerprint reader‬‬ ‫‪for added security, the Galaxy Note5 backed by KNOX Active‬‬ ‫‪Protection software made it the business device of choice.‬‬

‫كُ شف عن ‪ Galaxy Note5‬في أغسطس من العام الماضي‪ ،‬متميزًا بشاشة‬ ‫من النوع ‪ Quad HD Super AMOLED‬وميزات اتصال على غرار ‪ SideSync‬باإلضافة‬ ‫إلى تقنية الشحن الالسلكي وتطويرات كبيرة في قلم ‪ .S-Pen‬وبإطالق تقنية‬ ‫التع ّرف على البصمة للمزيد من األمان‪ ،‬يأتي جهاز ‪ Galaxy Note5‬مدعومًا‬ ‫بنظام ‪ KNOX Active Protection‬مما يجعل منه االختيار الصحيح للجهاز‬ ‫المخصص لألعمال‪.‬‬ ‫‪071‬‬

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‫‪Galaxy Note4‬‬

‫‪With its introduction in September 2014, the Galaxy Note4‬‬ ‫‪brought on an even more refined Note experience. The Galaxy‬‬ ‫‪Note4 also kick started the age of the curved screen which‬‬ ‫‪would later be a motif in the Samsung smartphone franchise.‬‬ ‫‪With a 16 megapixel rear-facing camera including Smart‬‬ ‫‪Optical Image Stabilizer and a function that prolongs exposure‬‬ ‫‪time in dark settings, users could capture their crucial‬‬ ‫‪memories anywhere and anytime.‬‬ ‫وصل ‪ Galaxy Note4‬إلى األسواق في سبتمبر ‪ 2014‬مقدمًا تجربة أكثر تطورًا‬ ‫في عائلة ‪ ،Note‬ومعه أيضًا بدأت تجربة الشاشات المنحنية والتي أصبحت‬ ‫الحقًا موضوعًا رئيسيًا في امتياز سامسونج للهواتف الذكية‪ .‬وبالكاميرا‬ ‫الخلفية ذات الدقة ‪ 16‬ميجا بيكسل والتي تتضمن تقنية مثبت الصورة‬ ‫بمدة التعريض الضوئي في ظروف اإلضاءة‬ ‫البصري الذكي وميزة التحكم‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫المحيطة الضعيفة مما يتيح للمستخدمين القدرة على تصوير ذكرياتهم‬ ‫في أي وقت وأي مكان‪.‬‬

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Please introduce yourself to our readers: I’m Natasha Malik, a 29 year old, full-time Social Media Executive and part-time Make-up Artist. I’m one of four siblings. I hoard make-up, clothes and jewelry.

I've always been into style and fashion, probably because my mother and father have always been well dressed. My eldest sister, Afsheen Malik, is a stylist so she really does bring the style element into our household; I guess my younger siblings and I started to adapt our own personal styles because of this.

My mother and eldest sister aren't really fans of make-up. They're both beautiful and prefer a simple, minimalistic take on make-up. I, on the other hand, started off like this, until a close friend bought me an eye shadow pallet as a gift. My first thoughts were, 'I'm never going to use this', but as the palette sat on my dressing table mocking me for not knowing what to do with it, I decided to try and create bold eye make-up looks. All the experimentation was done on my two younger sisters, Siddhrah and Yusra, who are pretty much my life-size dolls.

Tell us about your education: I graduated in Media and Journalism from De Montfort University in Leicester, UK.

When did you know that you wanted to be a Make-up Artist?

When my sisters and I attended events and weddings and I trialed different make-up looks on myself and my sisters, I began to get requests to do make-up for other people. At first, it started off as an opportunity to try my hand on different people, friends and family. As I tried working with different skin tones and skin types I became obsessed with creating a flawless looking base that didn’t look too heavy or cakey. This was my calling and I felt like I needed some good guidance on how to achieve that.

How long have you been a working professional and how did you get started in your career?

At first I was a self-taught Make-up Artist and began working approximately 4 years ago.

Then I realized that there are a lot of make-up professionals that aren’t certified and used this as an incentive to become certified myself.

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Meet the make-up artist who believes that when it comes to make-up, a little goes a long way.

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How did you become a Certified MUA?

and beautiful. I want my customers to hear ‘Wow, you look beautiful!’ not ‘Wow, your make-up looks nice.’

Their make-up shouldn’t be the statement; it should be synchronizing with the face, the outfit and the accessories.

I love the strobing trend at the moment and love highlighting the centre of the face; I feel like it really helps diffuse the light and softens the structure of the nose and brings out the cupids bow. This looks great when you pair it with a bold lip colour.

As I have a full time job during the week, I needed a way to study make-up artistry in a way that could fit my schedule and was flexible. I began searching for intensive 1-2 day courses and found that most schools charged over £2,000 for their courses. This made me unhappy as I didn’t want to pay that amount of money, especially because I felt like all I wanted to do was elevate the skills I had already.

I then searched for online courses and found one through a company called Smart Majority for approximately £30.

Do you like creating really out-there looks, or This was perfect as it would allow me to work through do you prefer something classically beautiful? the coursework and modules at a pace that suited my I love editorial make-up. I see all these amazing techniques working hours. and trends being tried on the runway and in high fashion and I’m always inspired to play with colours What do you love most about make-up and magazines and try out crazy trends that aren’t really ‘wearable’. about your job?

But I also love creating a beauty look because of the I love the feeling of empowering women and making them thought that goes into choosing the texture of foundation, feel confident in themselves. I love the look on their faces mixing the correct shade, selecting the right colours and when they see their final make-up look and are overjoyed. tones of eye shadow and lipstick to complement an It’s a great feeling to help boost someone’s morale and ensemble. confidence for a big day or big event. It is probably a physiological thing, but if you look good, you feel great. I What mistakes do people make when doing love being able to make people feel like that. their own make-up?

Asian skin, I think the mistake that I notice the most is What is your signature make-up style and what Of the wrong shade of foundation being used. This probably trends/looks have you been loving? stems from people wanting to look fair skinned and also My signature look is a mix of Bollywood and Hollywood to there being a limitation of shades available for Indian glamour. I love skin that looks as natural as possible and and Pakistani skin. looks like it has as little product on it as possible. I adore make-up that enhances the natural contours and features Where do you draw your inspiration from? of the face. I really don’t like looking ‘over done’. I believe I’m inspired by everything from nature to catwalks that understated make-up always looks more flattering and magazines as well as beauty gurus and YouTube/ 076

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Instagram make-up profiles. I think it’s important to stay on top of trends but adapt them to suit you.

Does everyone look better with make-up?

A little goes a long way. I think a smooth flawless base alone can make you look more radiant. But if your skin is perfect and you don’t need to correct it, don’t. If you have plump lips and only want to wear lip gloss or lip balm, do that. I feel like everyone should do what feels comfortable for themselves. If you like wearing bold eyeliner to emphasize your eyes, do it!

What is in your personal make-up bag?

On a daily basis my make-up is really simple. Usually, I wear a Kiko hydrating foundation, Nars Creamy Concealer, Mac Studio Fix powder, any pink or bronze blush and a lip tint. I like it to look minimal and last all day.

What are your must-have, all-time favourite make-up products?

My favourite products would have to be MAC ochre paint pot as an eye shadow base; RCMA no colour setting powder for baking and setting under eye make-up; Natural Potions Eye Balm to rescue and prime the under eye area; and Real Technique brushes - they really do half of the work for you.

What products have you recently discovered and can’t live without?

I’m loving the Morphe Brushes palette in 35T. It has amazing taupe shades that are so on-trend at the moment and I love a neutral palette; they help create really versatile looks.

What is your most important piece of beauty advice and/or make-up tip for women?

Drink water! I’m sure it sounds like a cliché but it is really important to drink plenty in order to keep your skin cells looking plump and prevent dehydrated skin. The more hydrated your skin is, the smoother your base will be.

Today’s woman is busier than ever. What is the easiest/quickest way to turn a day/work look into something that works for a night out?

Add a bold lip to a daytime make-up look to instantly make it wearable for the evening. I’d opt for red or pink, whatever makes you feel confident. Or, if you have more than 5 minutes, you could sweep a dark brown shadow on your lid and on your lower lash line to give you a quick

wearable smokey looking eye.

What has been the biggest challenge of your career?

I think there are a lot of make-up artists out there so the market is very competitive at the moment and with the rise of YouTube and Instagram many girls feel that by watching tutorials they can become make-up artists themselves.

I believe training is required, especially to learn techniques and understand how make-up products work in conjunction with each other. I have to ask, if you get trained by a celebrity make-up artist who has been in the field for decades, are the styles that you’re learning new? Are the looks you produce on trend? On the other hand, if you’re trained using course materials you get to experiment with products and techniques that you prefer to use, and build on your own skills by taking up more training as your progress in your career; you can be more versatile and not keep repeating the same prescriptive looks you were taught.

What are some of your other hobbies?

I mentioned earlier I’m really interested in fashion and style. I love shopping and hitting the gym. It helps to energize me and keeps me motivated to do more with my time.

What are your future plans?

Going forward I’d love to be able to take my make-up career to the next level and maybe produce a line of lipsticks and foundations that suite a range of Asian skin tones; but that really is a dream at the moment. Once I’ve established a good name for myself as a make-up artist, I’d like to hold seminars and classes to teach that ‘less is more’ to the desi community and show how these looks can be achieved.

What advice would you give to new Make-up Atists looking to make it in the industry?

Practice your skills on anyone that will let you! Experiment with different techniques and try new products on yourself first.

Do you have a message for the team at CP Magazine?

It’s great to see an organization promoting the desi community. It is inspiring to see that there are members of the community that want to build each other up instead of tear each other down.

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Lemons, toothpaste & Co.: alternative ways to clean silver jewellery

Most of us have that special little jewellery box full of our favourite silver earrings, bracelets and rings! The thing is, we also feel a little sad looking at them as they slowly oxidise over time, losing their once bright sparkle. And that's when they usually stay in the box forever looking old and unwearable...until now!

Helpling.ae, the leading online platform for household services in the Middle East, compiled some expert tips to bring your favourite jewellery back to its original sparkle! The best bit? You don’t even have to waste money buying expensive cleaning products, because you probably have most of the tools needed already in your kitchen cupboards!

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1. Lemons First up. Lemon. This clever fruit has a multitude of uses. Not only great in salads and juices – this little gem cleans your jewellery too! In other words, you can never have enough lemons in your fruit bowl. Without further ado, let’s start by simply adding a few drops of lemon juice to 1/2 a cup of water.

Using a toothbrush, dip it into the juice and gradually start scrubbing away the oxidised parts of your jewellery to reveal a beautifully new looking piece of silver.

2. Baking Soda Baking soda is another winning ingredient you’ll most likely find in your cupboard. To get started, mix a 1/4 cup of baking soda with 2 tablespoons of water. Use a soft piece of material or cloth, dip it in the solution and start polishing the silverware, rubbing gently.

When you have gone over all the dirty areas, run it under cold water and gently rinse off the solution.

Then use a bit of kitchen paper to pat the jewellery dry.

3.Toothpaste Grab an old toothbrush, put a little bit of toothpaste on your jewellery piece and using the brush, softly scrub away the dirty areas. To bring back it’s full shine, just run a slightly wet cloth over the silver piece and removing any residual toothpaste.

4. White vinegar Get a cup and fill it half with water and half with white vinegar, mixing it well. Submerge your silverware into the solution and let it soak for about 2 hours. Then take your items out of the cup and run them under the tap to rinse off. Then pat dry with a little kitchen paper.

‫الليمون‪ ،‬معجون األسنان‪،‬‬ ‫أو الخل‪ :‬أربعة طرق بديلة‬ ‫لتنظيف مجوهراتك‬ ‫الفضية‬

‫يمتلك الكثيرون منا صندوق مجوهرات مليء‬ ‫بقطع فضية لها مكانتها الخاصة عندنا‪ ،‬سواء‬ ‫كانت أساور‪ ،‬أقراط‪ ،‬أو خواتم‪ .‬ولكن يحزننا كثيرًا‬ ‫أن نرى تلك القطع الجميلة وقد تغير لونها‬ ‫واسودت مع الوقت‪ ،‬مما يجعلها تفقد لمعانها‬ ‫ّ‬ ‫وبريقها األصليين‪ ،‬ولهذا نتركها في صندوقها‪،‬‬ ‫وال نرتديها‪ ،‬ألنها تبدو قديمة وغير جميلة‪ .‬ولكن‬ ‫ذلك قد تغير اآلن!‬ ‫قامت ‪ ،Helpling.ae‬المنصة اإللكترونية الرائدة‬ ‫أون الين لتقديم خدمات تنظيف المنازل في‬ ‫الشرق األوسط‪ ،‬بجمع نخبة ق ّيمة من نصائح الخبراء‬ ‫لتنظيف مجوهراتك المفضلة وإعادة الرونق‬ ‫واللمعان لها‪ .‬وأفضل ما في األمر هو أن بإمكانك‬ ‫القيام بذلك بكل سهولة دون صرف المال وشراء‬ ‫المنتجات باهظة الثمن‪ ،‬ألن المواد المستخدمة‬ ‫لتنظيف المجوهرات الفضية موجودة في خزائن‬ ‫مطبخك!‬ ‫‪079‬‬

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‫الليمون‬

‫تعطيك هذه الثمرة الذكية متعددة االستخدام العصير اللذيذ‬ ‫وتضفي النكهة الرائعة على السلطات وغيرها من المأكوالت‪،‬‬ ‫أيضا‪ .‬لهذا‪ ،‬فإن احتفاظك‬ ‫كما أنها تنظف مجوهراتك‬ ‫ً‬ ‫بالليمون في سلة فواكهك وخضرواتك أمر رائع حقً ا‪ .‬كل ما‬ ‫عليك هو إضافة بضع قطرات من عصير الليمون لنصف كأس‬ ‫من الماء‪ ،‬ثم استخدام فرشاة أسنان‪ ،‬ووضع رأسها في هذا‬ ‫ثم دعك الطبقة المؤكسدة من المجوهرات بها‬ ‫الخليط‪ ،‬ومن َّ‬ ‫لتكون النتيجة قطعة فضية رائعة!‬ ‫‪.2‬‬

‫كربونات الصوديوم‬

‫كربونات الصوديوم من المكونات الق ّيمة الموجودة في خزانة‬ ‫مطبخك غال ًبا‪ .‬والستخدامها في التنظيف‪ ،‬عليك خلط ¼‬ ‫كأس من كربونات الصوديوم مع ملعقتي طعام ماء‪ .‬انقع‬ ‫قطعة قماش ناعمة في المحلول وابدا بتنظيف مجوهراتك‬ ‫الفضية‪ ،‬وذلك بدعكها بلطف‪ .‬بعد أن تدعك الزوايا والبقع‬ ‫المتسخة‪ ،‬قم بغسل القطعة الفضية بالماء البارد لشطف‬ ‫المحلول عنها‪ .‬بعد ذلك استخدم ورق المطبخ لتجفيف‬ ‫القطع الفضية بكل رقة‪.‬‬ ‫‪.3‬‬

‫معجون األسنان‬

‫استخدم فرشاة أسنان قديمة وأضف لها القليل من معجون‬ ‫األسنان لدعك قطعك الفضية بلطف وتنظيفها‪ .‬إلعادة الرونق‬ ‫واللمعان لها مرة أخرى والتخلص من بقايا معجون األسنان‬ ‫العالقة بها‪ ،‬امسحها بقطعة قماش ناعمة ومبللة‪.‬‬ ‫‪.4‬‬

‫الخل األبيض‬

‫امأل كأسًا إلى النصف بالماء والنصف اآلخر بالخل األبيض‬ ‫واخلطهما جيدًا‪ .‬انقع قطعك الفضية في المحلول واتركه‬ ‫ينقع لمدة ساعتين‪ .‬قم بعدها برفع قطعك الفضية من‬ ‫المحلول واشطفها بالماء‪ .‬جفّ فها بلطف باستخدام مناديل‬ ‫المطبخ الورقية‪.‬‬

Baby Dragon's first feast in Postojna Cave Slovenian Tourist Board is delight to inform that all olm embryos in Postojna Cave, have successfully hatched last week. There are now 22 hatchlings and some of them have already started eating by themselves. They had their first baby dragon feast!

With joy STO shares the IR-camera footage and some photos. These are most likely the only olm hatchlings that can presently be observed anywhere in the world.

Proteus anguinus – this alien look-like animals live in the ice cold darkness of caverns of the Dinaric Karst and nowhere else on Earth. They are adapted to total darkness and have no eyes and no color pigmentation. They can live up to 100 years and can stay without food for incredible period of 10 years. They are blind. It is interesting that the larvaes do have eyes while in adult animals the eyes are grown over with skin and atrophy. To compensate this they have other senses that help them navigate and hunt in total darkness. Olms were once thought to be baby dragons.

They are the only known cave amphibians and the largest cave-dwelling animals in the world.

But unlike other amphibians the olm does not complete its metamorphosis from a larva living in water and breathing with gills into an adult breathing with lungs. It reaches sexual maturity as a larva and remains such its whole life. Nobody has ever seen reproducing Proteus in nature so far.

River Pivka in Postojna Cave - the home of olms (credits Iztok Medja Postojna Cave)

OUR BABY DRAGONS ARE HUNGRY Although the hatchlings still have some yolk reserves left on their bellies, which they could survive on for a while longer, they are already having their food. We treated our oldest and largest hatchlings to a proper feast –delicious worms, to be exact four worms, one for each of the baby dragons. Next morning, there was only one worm left in the container. The infrared camera footage confirmed what we had been expecting quite impatiently, however, this was not a one-off hunger pang, in fact, the olms again feasted on some food. In terms of development this means that the connection between mouth and digestive tube was successfully established. This is one of the most crucial steps in early stages of their development. At first, some of the baby olms might get a bit confused about food, some are even a little afraid and flee from it. But in the end, when the hatchlings suddenly munch their way through the prey like fearsome dragons, everyone is more than satisfied and happy.

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FROM A PLASTIC ROOF TO A LABORATORY From the 64 hatched eggs, there are 22 young larvae, all of which are in Postojna cave laboratory, which was first used as an improvised controlled environment for the eggs that had to be moved away from the infected eggs. It was eventually turned into a proper laboratory, suited to the needs of the hatchlings and the biologists. In the laboratory is not only Postojna examining olms, but also learning from them. The scientist are well aware that the natural environment is best of all, a Petri dish have placed mud from one of the cleanest sections of the River Pivka into the container of one the larvae. Not only did the baby dragon like the mud – it was crawling and hiding inside of it – but it also made use of the Petri dish itself, as it crawled under it. Olms like being right next to stones as this makes them feel safe, therefore the team has started setting up some sterile glass hiding places.

Olm alien looking animal that lives in ice cold caverns (credits Alex Hyde Postojna Cave)

The biologist feeding the baby olms for the first time

After Hatching the larvae don't eat they are selfsuficiant of their yolk for another couple of months (credits Iztok Medja Postojna Cave)

Olms have three toes on the upper limbs (credits Alex Hyde)

KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED! Although the fact that the hatchlings are eating has revealed that they are developing just the way they are supposed to, the scientist need to consider and wisely plan all further steps and the care for olm hatchlings. www.cpmagazine.net

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LOVE AFFAIR WITH RUBIES

Fall Winter 2016 collection

A winter in Paris…

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Summer Collection

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Make it ‘Back to School’ in style with ECCO.

Luminor 8 Days Set

Dean & Deluca ReLaunches Healthy Living Menu

Sony’s New Home Cinema System Brings Movies to Life

Grooving back to the academic year spells style, statement as well as comfort for your kids as ECCO launches exclusive ‘Back to School’ 2016 collection.

Featuring functional and stylish silhouettes for boys and girls, ECCO defines luxurious materials and top-grade leather in superior finishing that’s synonymous with this Scandinavian brand. With great attention to quality and craftsmanship that’s durable to last through the year; ECCO’s collection is infused with its signature and advanced shoe manufacturing technology known as Direct Injection, to make them just perfect for growing up feet. Being a master at crafting footwear with the right balance in style and functionality, ECCO creates shoes that fit great and go beyond the seasons.

With ultra-comfortable and durable designing, ECCO makes ‘Back to School’ shopping easy for parents with its varied range in all-leather formals.

Allowing children an energetic participation in their PE sessions, the highperformance sports shoes collection is all out there in action!

Smart styles that help kids prepare for the transition into the new season; give a sharp look to formal wearing with the convenience of modern updates on patent leather trims. A huge collection of fashion sneakers in various styles captures the essence of academic fun whilst keeping all the designs superbly chic and sophisticated.

Emphasizing on freedom of movement and self-expression for cheerful and happy schoolgoing kids, the collection represents a balance between wear-ability, functionality and fashion quotient. The collection also features an urban and relaxed sneaker series in black as well as white with comfortable soles as the mainstay.

Crafted with super-soft leathers and flexible soles, every pair will complement strikingly well with just about everything that the school’s extracurricular activities demand.

Be it sporty aesthetics or crisp formals, ECCO’s all new ‘Back to School’ collection is for the smart prodigy of today!

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DEAN & DELUCA, Kuwait’s destination gourmet café and grocery store is bringing back its popular Healthy Living menu with the aim of encouraging customers to make healthier food choices without compromising on taste and flavor, following the holy month of Ramadan.

The Healthy Living menu will be available from July 13 to August 28, 2016, and will include a rich selection of fresh and light dishes, spanning over breakfast, lunch and dinner, all carefully prepared with the customer’s well-being in mind.

Applying a healthier lifestyle begins with cultivating healthier eating habits. In keeping with this philosophy, DEAN & DELUCA has sourced the finest ingredients, often organically grown, to satisfy a wide diversity of palates throughout the day.

Never before has eating healthy been so delicious! Starting with breakfast, the Healthy Living options include delectable delights such as the Light Labnah—a succulent blend of mixed berries, nuts and honey—and the savoury Egg White Omelette—a fusion of onions and mushrooms. For customers with a sweet tooth, the Sugar-Free Signature Waffles and Pancakes—drizzled with sugar-free mascarpone cream and topped with fresh red berry puree, maple syrup and fresh berries— offer a healthier alternative.

The lunch and dinner variety includes an Organic Quinoa & Giant Couscous Salad—with baby spinach and lemon olive oil dressing—and the flavorful Wood-Fired Rolled Chicken Thighs & Mushroom—accompanied by healthy green bean salad, carrot puree and marinated woodfired tomato.

To complement the Healthy Living menu, DEAN & DELUCA is also serving nutritious cold blends and smoothies such as the Orange Dream, the Pineapple Banana Blueberry Blend and the Fresh Berries.

Get to the healthy side of life with DEAN & DELUCA after the indulgent summer vacation, scrumptious Ramadan iftars and the decadent Eid parties.

The new HT-RT3 is set to blow out your ear drums with room-shaking power as it makes having a home cinema a reality for many homeowners, delivering a phenomenal 600W of power through a slim, stylish Sound Bar plus dedicated subwoofer and rear speakers – all in just a few seconds of setting up!

The HT-RT3 5.1ch surround Sound Bar system will be available at Fifty One East store located in Al Maha Center on Salwa Road in addition to all branches of Virgin Megastore as well as major retailers in Qatar.

Setting up the HT-RT3 is refreshingly straightforward, with fewer boxes and wires to worry about than regular 5.1 systems. Simply plug it in to your TV via HDMI, wire up the speakers via the colour-coded connections, and you’re all ready to watch your favourite movies.

Expect deep, room-filling sound with a 5.1ch Sound Bar, and be enveloped in real surround sound when you pair it to the subwoofer for a loud and strong bass, bringing your movies to life. The two rear speakers ensure the delivery of a balanced, wide frequency audio response.

Equipped with S-Master Digital Amplifier, the HT-RT3 produces only the purest sound quality by minimising distortion.

Streaming music through the sound bar has never been easier. With Bluetooth® on board, you can enjoy music playback streamed wirelessly from your smartphone. One-touch connection via NFC technology further removes the need for complex set-up sequences.

Officine Panerai continues looking into its own past to relate fascinating new stories to its enthusiastic collectors.

A new Luminor 8 Days Set – available in only 500 examples – contains two watches inspired by models created in the pre-Vendôme era, that is, that stage in the history of the brand running from 1993, the year of the first collection made for the public, and 1997, the year in which Panerai was acquired by Vendôme, part of the Richemont Group. In those years, a very small number of watch was produced and they quickly became highly sought after in the collector’s market.

Notably, in 1996 Panerai made a few small series of watches commissioned by Sylvester Stallone. The new Luminor 8 Days Set takes two models originally created for the American actor: a Luminor Black Seal, here presented for the first time in a left-handed version, and a Luminor Daylight with an original, extremely rare white dial with blue markers and numerals. The two watches are supplied in a box inspired by those used for vintage Luminor watches, made of pear wood with a teak base and containing a model of the human torpedo (Siluro a Lenta orsa – slow speed torpedo), together with a rare publication about the military equipment of the special forces of the Royal Italian Navy, in which Panerai watches and instruments appear.

The Luminor Black Seal Left-Handed 8 Days is the version with the winding crown and the lever device protecting it on the left side of the case of the historic Luminor Black Seal. The tradition of making watches for left-handers had already been started by Panerai in the 1940s, when some models were made in this way to enable the watches to be worn on a frogman’s right wrist, while the compass and depth gauge were worn on the left.

The Luminor Case, 44 mm in diameter, is made of stainless steel coated with DLC (DiamondLike Carbon).

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Be still, my beating heart!

Rado expands its collection of open heart timepieces

His Excellency Sheikh Fahad Bin Mohammad Bin Jabor Al-Thani

International luxury brand, Amouage, has extended its product portfolio with the launch of a new collection of silk printed scarves in Kuwait.

Complementing Amouage’s development of lifestyle products and following the successful launch of the leather goods collections, the beautiful, bespoke scarves have been designed in house by the Creative Director Christopher Chong and crafted by one of the finest silk manufacturers and printers in Como, Italy, the home of the finest quality silk weaving and printing in the world.

David Crickmore, CEO of Amouage said “We are truly delighted to launch our new silk scarf collection. We have been working on the collection for over a year and to see it come to fruition is really exciting. We also intend to develop woven scarves and we have very high hopes that this launch will be the beginning of an entirely new category of business for us that we can extend further in the future.”

The first Amouage silk scarf collection consists of exclusively printed, colourful designs inspired by the brand’s identity and are offered in two shapes – the traditional silk square 90cm x 90cm and a 170cm x 60cm shape that can also be worn as a stole. Printed on a luxurious silk twill fabric, each unique Amouage scarf features a bespoke play on the brand’s logo that encapsulates the exuberance in design, for which the brand has become known internationally. A special printing process ensures that both sides of the scarf, front and back have almost the same colour definition.

Each scarf is hand cut to ensure the pattern is completely straight and symmetrical and seamstresses use silk thread to roll and hand stitch the hem around each scarf. “This is painstaking, highly skilled artistry and adds to the bespoke nature of each individual scarf.

Even the labels are sewn on by hand and so this is an entirely hand-made product,” explains Crickmore.

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H.E. Sheikh Abdul Rehman Bin Mohammad Bin Jabor Al-Thani

His Excellency Sheikh Fahad Bin Mohammad Bin Jabor Al-Thani, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Doha Bank, announced Doha Bank's financial results for the first half of 2016.

Net profit for the first half of 2016 recorded QAR 708 million despite the sharp decline in the oil prices in the Gulf area and the challenges that face the financial markets in various countries of the world. The bank sustained the core income as the net operating income is up by 0.7% as compared to same period in 2015.

H.E. Sheikh Fahad said the Bank’s core revenue streams have shown strong growth over the prior year period reflecting on the Bank’s intrinsic strength towards recurring earning capacity and also on the Bank’s productive operational performance.”

Total assets increased by QAR 4.6 billion, a growth of 5.6%, from QAR 82.7 billion as at 30 June 2015 to QAR 87.4 billion as at 30 June 2016. Net Loans & Advances increased to QAR 55.4 billion from QAR 53.1 billion for the same period last year, registering a growth of 4.5%.

Deposits showed a year on year increase of 1.3% from QAR 51.7 billion to QAR 52.4 billion as at 30 June 2016 which is evidence of the strong liquidity position of the Bank.

Swiss watchmaker Rado is gladdening the hearts of fashion and watch aficionados alike with its latest creation, the Centrix Open Heart.

A collection of decorative diamond-studded ladies’ models now follows on the heels of the open heart gents’ Centrix pieces that debuted late last year.

Three standout pieces from the ladies’ Centrix Open Heart collection merit a closer look. Two of the watches feature polished high-tech ceramic middle links in white or brown – perfect for a boho chic look – while those aiming for more understatement may opt for the model with a classic brown leather strap. The striking 33 mm dial is enclosed in a gold-coloured case and studded with 12 Top Wesselton diamonds.

However, as the name suggests, the real star of this watch is its pulsating open heart.

Gulf Bank successfully concluded its platinum sponsorship of the 28th Memorial Journey for Pearl Diving, The journey, which lasted between 28 July – 4 August, is organized each year by the Committee of the Marine Heritage of the Kuwait Sea Sport Club, under the Patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

The closing ceremony known as ‘Youm AlQuffal’, the traditional Kuwaiti term used to welcome home sailors from long voyages, was held on Thursday, 4 August. The ceremony was attended by Sheikh Salman Al-Homoud AlSabah, Minister of Information and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, who was representing HH the Amir, along with local dignitaries, ministry representatives, Gulf Bank senior management representatives and friends, families and relatives of the young sailors. www.cpmagazine.net

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Geophysic, The milestone collection from JaegerLeCoultre ICONIC ropes in Varun Ballon Bleu de Cartier Carbon and Santos Dhawan as the brand 100 Carbon watches ambassador

Turkish Airlines inaugurates its direct Erbil, Iraq flights which will be operated from and to Gaziantep Airport

Renowned for its horological mastery and its creative talent, Jaeger-LeCoultre now wishes to share the fruits of its expertise with a broader public. This is why it is introducing an original collection with a pure, uncluttered design, driven by a new Haute Horlogerie calibre encapsulating the inventive spirit of the Manufacture.

Geophysic® line reveals its gripping story, so that we can better tell our own.

The first glance reveals a clean-cut design that is the epitome of elegance and equilibrium.

Each model in the Geophysic® line features several layers of meaning. It gradually unleashes a powerful and innovative horological content expressed through classic characteristics. This refined and contemporary creation asserts its masculine nature in a number of subtle ways.

The collection is named after a watch that belongs both to universal history and to the heritage of the Manufacture. In 1958, the International Geophysical Year, JaegerLeCoultre created a chronometer for scientists on mission. Capable of withstanding the magnetic fields of the North Pole while losing nothing of its formidable precision, its overriding characteristic was extreme resistance.

The Grande Maison is now choosing to revive this legendary name in two models blending aesthetic elegance, technical sophistication and 21st century user friendliness: the Geophysic® True Second® and the Geophysic® Universal Time.

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Already having the world's 4th largest flight network and flying to 290 destinations in 116 countries, Turkish Airlines continues to expand its extensive network.

The flag carrier, ranked as the “Best Airline in Europe”* for the sixth consecutive time had now added flights to Erbil, Iraq which are directly operated from and to Gaziantep Airport.

Beginning from August 5th, roundtrip flights between Gaziantep and Erbil will be operated 2 times per week in both directions.

Introductory round trip fares are available from Gaziantep to Erbil, Iraq starting at 178 USD (including taxes and fees).

Additionally, for the operations to the destinations, there is a special offer for Miles&Smiles members, with a 25% reduction in the miles needed to redeem either award tickets or upgrades.** To view the flight schedules please visit www. turkishairlines.com, contact the call center at +90 212 444 0849 or visit any Turkish Airlines sales office.

ICONIC, the youngest fashion destination from the stable of retail conglomerate Landmark Group has signed a two year endorsement deal with Bollywood’s shining young star Varun Dhawan. Extremely popular with women for his fresh looks and boy next door image and with men for his chiseled body & style statements Varun has managed to win hearts in a short span of his career.

Riding high on the release of Dishoom, Varun talking on his association with ICONIC, said, “The Middle East is a huge supporter of Bollywood and I have received immense love when it comes to my movies. An association with ICONIC, a trendy fashion destination stems from my passion for fashion coupled with a keen sense to stay in the hearts of the Arab world for a long time to come.”

Raza Beig, CEO, Splash & ICONIC, said “An achiever at a very young age, we at ICONIC are proud to partner with the hot & charismatic Varun Dhawan. Both Varun &ICONIC are rapidly growing brand names in their own spaces and hence a perfect fit for each other. Varun is a contemporary fashion icon with a clean, classic and current style and ICONIC offers a similar kind of fashion for its discerning audience.

With the Region being at the forefront of fashion and ICONIC being a local retailer we work with the most suited talent, which essentially puts us firmly on the global fashion scene,” further added Raza.

The first campaign featuring Varun Dhawan with a leggy model will release across the GCC on September 1.

ICONIC is located at The Avenues, The Mall, Level 1, Salam Mall -Salmiya and Sama MallFintas.

All-over black for the Ballon Bleu de Cartier and Santos 100 watches.

These two watchmaking icons by Cartier are now available with an ADLC* coating for a casual, modern look.

The deep, masculine charcoal colour contrasts perfectly with subtle Cartier detailing: the white Roman numerals and rail-track, and the blue stone of the winding crown.

Brought to life by the automatic 1847 MC Manufacture movement, the Ballon Bleu de Cartier Carbon and Santos 100 Carbon watches seamlessly combine elegant lines, watchmaking expertise and modern materials.

FOR GROWN UP K R O W E S M O H EVERYTHING YOU LEARNED AT SCHOOL...

BUT CAN YOU REMEMBER?

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TEST YOUR VOCABULARY On almost bare land, with few or no destructive insects or birds living there, nearly every seed which chanced to arrive, if fitted for the climate, would _______________ and survive. a. shrivel b. plummet

c. ignite d. germinate

Sometimes you want things to germinate, like the heirloom tomato seeds in your backyard garden.

Sometimes what germinates is not desirable - like how joblessness, economic problems, and generations of anti-Semitism provided a fertile ground for Nazism to germinate in pre-war Germany. The word's roots are in botany, but it has grown, or dare we say germinated, to be used for any time something grows and develops.

d. To germinate is to grow or to develop. When a tiny seedling cracks through a seed casing and sprouts, it has germinated. The term is used for other things too, like when an idea germinates into a film or book.

BIRTHDAY PUZZLE When asked about his birthday, a man said: "The day before yesterday I was only 25 and next year I will turn 28."

This is true only one day in a year - when was he born?

1. The Olympic Games were first staged in honour/honor of: Plato; Zeus; Alexander the Great; or Jesus?

2. Which Greek Goddess (of victory) has traditionally appeared on Olympic medals in the modern age: Adidas; Nike; Gola; or Puma?

3. Spell the 2016 Olympic Games host city Rio de: Janero; Janiero; Janeiro; or Janerio?

4. The Olympic Games are generally considered to have begun in what century: 8th BC; 2nd BC; 1st AD; or 3rd AD? 5. As at Rio 2016, the longest-standing Olympic record, set in Mexico 1968, is for the Men's: Long jump; High jump; Javelin; or Decathlon?

6. Which corporation is official timekeeper for the 2016 Olympic Games (and all Olympics since 1932): Rolex; Seiko; Omega; or TAG Heuer?

7. The Summer Olympic Games of 1916, 1940 and 1944 were all: Hosted by USA; Rain-extended; Boycotted by Russia; or Cancelled?

8. Which of these are the two new Olympic events in Rio 2016: Chess; Golf; Darts; Poker; or Rugby Sevens?

9. Which of these is not one of the five Olympic rings: Blue; Green, Red, Yellow, Purple, Black?

10. Modern Olympic 'gold' medals are predominantly: Gold; Silver; Bronze; or Brass?

11. Prior to Brazil (Rio 2016), how many southern hemisphere nations have hosted the Summer Olympics: One; Two; Three or Four?

12. The two official languages of the IOC for Olympic communications/announcements are English and: Spanish; French; German; or Greek?

13. The first Olympic Games to sell 100% of tickets was: Sydney 2000; Athens 2004; Beijing 2008; or London 2012?

14. The IOC stipulates, due to "...the unfortunate demise of several (What?) sitting on the edge of the Olympic cauldron at the Opening Ceremony of the (1988) Games in Seoul..." that these creatures are used only symbolically in opening ceremonies: Butterflies; Fireflies; Pigeons; or Eagles?

15. The word gymnasium derives from Ancient Greek 'gymnos' referring to what condition of competitors/students: Strong; Beautiful; Fast; or Naked?

16. The Latin Olympic motto 'Citius, Altius, Fortius' means: which three of these: Bigger; Swifter; Louder; Higher; Happier; Stronger?

17. The only nation to win at least one gold medal at every Summer Olympic Games in the modern era (since 1896) is: Britain; USA; Russia; or Australia?

18. The Olympic Games symbol commemorates the theft of (What?) by Prometheus from Zeus: A flag; Rings; Fire; or Olives?

19. Originally the Olympic Games were held every four years because of (What?) in the other three years: Superstition; Wars; Pilgrimages; or Other games?

20. The winner's award at the early Olympic Games (and repeated specially at the Athens 2004 Games) was a 'kotinos', being a: Wooden medal; Chariot; Olive wreath; or Small island?

ANSWERS:1.Zeus, 2.Nike, 3.Janeiro, 4.8th BC (probably mid-late 700s BC - about 2700 years ago - bear in mind that early 700s BC are 780, 790, etc, and late 700s BC are 720, 710, etc), 5.Long jump (by Bob Beamon), 6.Omega, 7.Cancelled (due to world wars), 8.Golf and Rugby Sevens, 9.Purple, 10.Silver (the rules say at least 92.5% silver, and 6gms of gold), 11.One (Australia - Melbourne 1956 and Sydney 2000), 12.French, 13. London 2012, 14.Pigeons (also referred to as doves), 15.Naked (the early Olympic games soon adopted a nude policy for all competitors, because the ethos respected the human body), 16.Swifter, Higher, Stronger,17.Britain, 18.Fire (the symbol is the Olympic flame), 19.Other games (the Olympics were originally part of the Panhellenic Games, at four different venues, basically in a four-year cycle),20.Olive wreath (originally a twined branch cut from a sacred olive tree at Olympia)

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ANSWERS: He was born on December 31st and spoke about it on January 1st.

HOROSCOPES

ARIES

LEO

SAGITTARIUS

(March 21 - April 19)

(July 23 - August 22)

(November 22 - December)

The August 2 New Moon wants you to go ahead and start that wild new project or take up that crazy new sport. Be safe, and watch the budget, but otherwise indulge that fantastic desire. The Full Moon on August 18 sparkles with a bright social life. Dress for a hot time and go somewhere more upscale. You might spend a bit more money or time than you intend. Put on your leader's hat when Mars and Saturn conjoin in Virgo on August 24. Take command and delegate skillfully. Issue an order, make it sound like a request, and see it instantly fulfilled.

You own this glorious New Moon on August 2. Your everyday charm could be dazzling enough to blind a special someone and surprise you both. You control the shooting off of any romantic sparks now. Go easy. Love is elegant and gracious with the Full Moon on August 18. Good manners and refined behavior have never been sweeter or better. Feel like the royalty you are, and let people see your warm, generous heart. On August 30, the Moon is in Leo when Mercury turns retrograde. Be brave as well as organized and attend to details right away. You've got this.

Your plans for the future will blossom under the New Moon on August 2. Hang on to those dreams and don't instantly assume everything is wishful thinking. Your world is getting bigger. Prepare for it. The Full Moon on August 18 is packed with social activity, most of it close to home. You could discover a charming corner or side street in your neighborhood that you didn't know existed.

Been to any good yard sales lately? Venus conjoins Jupiter on August 27. Be at your sweetest and most big-hearted. Keep emotions under control and the head level and you'll have a fantastic time.

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VIRGO

CAPRICORN

(April 20 - May 20)

(August 23 - September)

(December 22 - January 19)

Your home environment and family life could see a major improvement under the August 2 New Moon. You have control and know how you want things. It might be a tiny change, but it will feel big and beautiful. Get serious about success at the August 18 Full Moon. A changing condition or unexpected opportunity may open up at work that lets you step up and take charge of something you didn't realize you've been waiting to do. Love your life on August 27 when Venus and Jupiter come together in a conjunction. Beauty and happiness can be in the details, too.

Money looks good with the August 2 New Moon. A generous idea could turn out to be more profitable and clever than first expected.

Trust your own judgment, but don't overanalyze. At the August 18 Full Moon, you can complete any number of small projects that have been dangling in limbo. Most of them will be fun little tasks that make you smile and feel satisfied. On August 30, Mercury begins its retrograde in Virgo. Relax and don't stress over anything.

You already know how to stay organized. If there's something you just finished but would like to improve, now's the time.

Romance has a golden sheen with the New Moon on August 2. Thrill to the emotional magic. It may be more substantial and sincere than you think. At the August 18 Full Moon, be honest with yourself and make a small change for the better. It can be as minor as keeping your hairbrush or car keys in the same place. Or listen a bit more and be more patient with your partner. A random act of kindness now will benefit you, too. August 30 is a day of mixed messages as Mercury turns retrograde and the Moon makes a mischievous trine with Uranus.

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LIBRA

AQUARIUS

(May 21 - June 20)

(September 23 - October)

(January 20 - February 18)

A neighbor or childhood friend could keep you running at the New Moon on August 2. It might be precisely the distraction you've been looking for, too. Make a bold decision and learn something about yourself. On the August 18 Full Moon, it's a big world and you may want to see more of it. Even if you never leave town, consider a new ethnic restaurant or movie. Or friends may introduce you to some new, more adventurous people. You could have more clever ideas than you know what to do with when Mercury and Venus conjoin on August 28.

Get ready for a month of partying, starting with the New Moon on August 2. You can tone down your own involvement, but groups of friends and invitations will keep coming in. Take care of the daily business and then see how you feel. Get spunky and creative with the Full Moon on August 18. Daily life may try to keep you too busy, but don't neglect yourself. It isn't selfish to be happy and do what pleases your heart. Venus enters Libra on August 29. Your social skills and diplomatic talents are super sharp now. Think movies, music, cultural outings, and love.

Romance has a golden sheen with the New Moon on August 2. Thrill to the emotional magic. It may be more substantial and sincere than you think. At the August 18 Full Moon, be honest with yourself and make a small change for the better. It can be as minor as keeping your hairbrush or car keys in the same place. Or listen a bit more and be more patient with your partner. A random act of kindness now will benefit you, too. August 30 is a day of mixed messages as Mercury turns retrograde and the Moon makes a mischievous trine with Uranus.

CANCER

SCORPIO

PISCES

(June 21 - July 22)

(October 23 - November)

(February 19 - March 20)

Finances are highlighted with the New Moon on August 2. If tempted to overspend on a domestic purchase, make a list first.

Don't deprive yourself, though. A touch of glamour or extravagance is fine, too. You're ready for anything at the August 18 Full Moon.

Tackle a once sticky problem that no longer seems so serious.

The less you think or agonize over things, the more easily they will go. Don't doubt yourself. August 28 looks sweet with the Cancer Moon sextile both Mercury and Venus. Flirting may be rampant, and random acts of kindness may be more abundant.

Your home environment and family life could see a major improvement under the August 2 New Moon. You have control and know how you want things. It might be a tiny change, but it will feel big and beautiful. Get serious about success at the August 18 Full Moon. A changing condition or unexpected opportunity may open up at work that lets you step up and take charge of something you didn't realize you've been waiting to do. Love your life on August 27 when Venus and Jupiter come together in a conjunction. Beauty and happiness can be in the details, too.

The August 2 New Moon highlights the importance of good health. You'll look great no matter how you feel. Congratulate yourself for all your good habits and spread the good word.

Someone important to you will listen. The Full Moon on August 18 brings you some quality quiet time. Be as private as you like or share it with your special, most intimate someone. If you prefer to rest, do it. Whatever you choose will be richly rewarding. August 27 could be full of romance as Venus and Jupiter come together in Virgo. You may feel reluctant at first, but that can change.

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It’s Gold!

Congratulations to shooter Fehaid Al-Deehani on his Gold medal winning performance at the Rio Olympics.

Fehaid improved on the Bronze medals won at the Sydney 2000 and London 2012 Summer Olympics by winning Gold in the men’s double trap in Rio. Fehaid holds the only Olympic Gold medal ever won by Kuwait and although his win will be recorded as ‘independent’ following Kuwait’s Olympic body being suspended, his home country can be proud of his outstanding performance.

After his historic win, Fehaid said “That was for my country, for the people who don't want us to participate in the Olympics, I'm showing them that we are here and we got the medal”.

Fehaid beat Italian Marco Innocenti to take the Gold medal and his place in history.

Kuwait can also boast a Bronze medal after Abdullah Al-Rashidi came third in the Men’s Skeet.

Many congratulations to both Olympians.

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