Ladybird magazine July issue

JULY 2016

Fashion & Lifestyle

ARE YOU A SUMMER PHOBIC? QUICK & EASY MAKEUP TIPS FOR

YOUR GETAWAY!

IS IT THE FAT BURNER OR THE DIET?

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ICE CREAM RECIPES that are Totally Worth the Brain Freeze!

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CONTENTS

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Ladybird Loves Dolce & Gabbana’s Summer 2016 Ready-To-Wear Collection Five Trends you Don’t Want to Miss this Summer Photo Shoot: Summer With Class...

BEAUTY

34 Quick and Easy Makeup Tips for your Summer Getaway 35 Burgundy Vs. Blond!

Which Side Would you Pick this Summer?

HOME

38 Bringing Summer to your Home

ESCAPE 40 Tips for Travelling Light 2 | JULY 2016

HEALTH

44 ABCs of Meditation for Beginners

FITNESS

46 Reasons Why you Should Start Rope Jumping!

NUTRITION

49 Foods and Drinks you Should Reduce When you Have Bloated Stomach 50 Is it the Fat Burner or the Diet?

COOKING

52 Four Ice Cream Recipes that are Totally Worth the Brain Freeze!

LOVE & RELATIONSHIPS 54

The Age Factor of Dating and Relationship

MOTHER&CHILD 56 Five Signs Showing your Child is Being Bullied!

FEATURES

58 Are you a Summer Phobic?

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CONTRIBUTORS

Yasmine Shahine Life Coach An Associate Certified Life Coach (ACC) by the International Coach Federation (ICF). At the begining of her coaching career, she engaged herself in ONE on ONE coaching and through the years she developed her own tailor-made coaching programs for people and companies to develop their potentials and awareness.

Email: yshahine@ whycoachegypt.com Facebook:YasmineShahineLife Coaching YouTube:YasmineSLifeCoaching

Noura Hassaballa Nutritional Consultant Bachelor of Science in dietetics & nutrition, Northern Illinois University, USA. With great passion, she decided to pursue her successful career here in Egypt as a nutritionist, with the mission of raising awareness for a better healthy eating, in addition to being one of the presenters of Dr. Chef on MBC 4. Noura is also the founder of diet rite nutrition center.

For more advice, please contact: noura.hassaballa@gmail.com Facebook: Noura Hassaballa

Souraya Hassan

Interior designer / Stylist Since 6 years she is running her own company Binti Home for interiordesign and styling. Being raised in two countries (Dutch Egyptian) she got inspired by her roots and this reflects in a modern arab style for her interiorprojects. On her blog she shares her passion for colour and design, stylingtips for home and travel stories.

For advice, please contact : www.bintihomeblog.com Email: info@binti-home.nl Instagram: bintihome

Contributors Pages: • 34 Quick and Easy Makeup Tips for your Summer Getaway • 38 Bringing Summer to your Home • 50 Is it the Fat Burner or the Diet?

• 54 The Age Factor of Dating and Relationship • 58 Are you a Summer Phobic?

Amina Metwally Lauren K. Clark

Writer A graduate student at the American University in Cairo, from Atlanta, Georgia. She completed her undergraduate studies at Spelman College. Her areas include anywhere from fashion, beauty, women's studies, travel, and multiple others.

For advice, please contact: Email: iclark1903@aucegypt.edu

A certified Freelance Makeup Artist from Academy Of Freelance Makeup in London “AOFM”. Worked in Corporate for 10 years, then left the “dream job” to pursue her childhood passion. She is specialized in Day, Night , Fashion , Natural Beauty and Wedding makeup. And she works as a Makeup Instructor, teaching basics of makeup techniques.

For advice, please contact: Instagram: aminametwally_mua Facebook: Amina Metwally Makeup Artist

Life Is but a.....?

“What is Life? They say it’s from “B” To “D”. From Birth to Death, But What’s between “B” and “D”?

It’s a “C”; so what is a “C”? It is a choice. Our life is a matter of choices; live well and it will never go wrong” So this is basically one of the most well-thought-out interpretation of life I’ve ever come across, yet I just don’t buy it! Yes it’s true that our lives is greatly driven by the choices and decisions we make, but there is much more to it than the letter “C”.

I don’t really believe there is such thing called the “meaning of life;” it’s absolutely relative and varies greatly from one individual to another. There are numerous factors that affect one’s perception and interpretation of life. Some associate the meaning of life to the thing they love most in it; for instance ,if work is what you appreciate most in life, then for you, work becomes life and life becomes work! If you think marriage and family is all that matters, then you’ll probably connect the whole meaning of your life to that aspect. And others associate life with religion, love, travel, art, or even football, and so on.

Recently, whenever I contemplate about life and its meaning, I can’t help but think about Beyonce’s autobiographical film “Life is but a Dream.” For me, and who knows who else, life is the longest dream of them all. An extended dream during which our subconscious and our deepest desires get manifested in reality. The way I see it, life is nothing but a reflection of us; of our hopes that keep on changing and adjusting with the various phases and stages we go through. So what’s left now is for you to fill in the blanks; life is but a .......?

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FASHION NEWS

Eye Shop: Luxury Eye Candy For all!

Leading Egyptian retailer, Baraka Group, is bringing the Middle East some serious eye candy as it turns its fashionable gaze on the GCC with the opening of two additional eyewear concept stores. One thing is for sure, Baraka Group’s fashionably shaded eye is unstoppable. Having embarked on a joint venture with Apparel Group, which operates 1200 stores in 8 countries and manage a high profile portfolio exceeding 55 brands, two trendy operating arms blaze a stylish trail throughout the Middle East.Selling a range of their own chic designs and creations, Eye Shop offers a large selection of optical glasses as well as luxury and designer sunglasses, including: Bulgari, Dolce & Gabanna, and more, making Eye Shop a one-stop shop for the finest shades in the region.

La Reina: Your Go-To Online Platform For the Perfect Wedding Gown Choosing the dream dress will always remain the most precise task for brides. La Reina is Egypt’s first online, high-end platform for wedding dresses.

The website gives the country’s brides the access to the world’s most-sought designers. Being an upcoming bride herself, founder of La Reina understood the agony even before launching the website. Ghada Eltanawy aimed to invent a business model that would connect upcoming brides with women, who own exquisite gowns that required unbelievable amount of work, time and money. La Reina puts extraordinary gowns in the hand of future brides without having to travel abroad.

International Mercedes-Benz Fashion Campaign Spring/Summer 2017: Burning Desire Mercedes-Benz announced its Spring/Summer 2017 Fashion Campaign and Film, Burning Desire, presenting the new CLA. Shot by renowned Swedish director Christian Larson, the campaign features style rebels and partners, the English musician Eliot Sumner, and the German model Lucie Von Alten. The result is a campaign that sizzles with burning desire and audacious rebellion, the perfect embodiment of the CLA’s status within the Mercedes-Benz family. The last 21 years have seen MercedesBenz establish itself globally as a key partner at selected fashion events. The brand is currently involved in more than 50 international fashion platforms globally.

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Editorial Features

The Dance Factory A Chat with the Best in the Business!

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was lucky enough to have this chat with Egyptians dance idol Mrs. Sonia Sarkis, the Egyptian Prima Ballerina who managed to put Egyptian ballet on the world’s map, with her outstanding performance and incredible representation throughout her years of experience. Her beautiful daughter and professional dancer Christine has joined us with her valuable insight about ballet and the rich history behind their private dance school ‘The Dance

Factory’.

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qualified enough to be prima ballerina; I was the first ballerina in Egypt. I’ve become a member of Cairo Opera Ballet company, through which I performed and represented Egypt all over the world.

HAVE YOU STARTED TEACHING EARLY ON? After finishing my undergraduate studies, I continued in the Higher Institute of Ballet in Cairo. I was doing very good, and it was a sort of an obligation/job for those qualified enough to start teaching younger ballet generations. I would teach in the morning and dance ballet at night, and that was basically my life during that stage.

HOW DID YOU HANDLE THE HUGE RESPONSIBILITY OF REPRESENTING EGYPT AT A VERY YOUNG AGE? As a prima ballerina, I flew all over the world with my ballet company to represent the country on the most prestigious international stages. Ballet wasn’t

only a dance form, but it was also an artistic way of communication with the outside world. I used to train and practice for 8 hours per day, and sure thing it felt overwhelming on many days, but it was worth every moment.

THERE ARE MANY GOOD DANCERS, BUT ONLY FEW STAND OUT, AND YOU’RE DEFINITELY AMONG THOSE FEW. WHAT/ WHO HELPED YOU REACH SUCH A HIGH STANDARD? The institute back then was all Russians, and I was blessed and lucky to be trained by class-A caliber that taught me the right technique at early age and helped me capture the discipline required for this sophisticated form of art. Also, the government back then used to invest much more in ballet which enabled us to get the tools and exposure needed to compete internationally.

CAN YOU DEFINE CERTAIN MILESTONES IN YOUR CAREER? All through my career, I got invited by the top ballet companies in the world to join them and had participated in numerous competitions. But if you would name a milestone, it would definitely be the time I preformed on the prestigious Russian Bolshoi.

I was the first Egyptian Ballerina to dance on the Bolshoi.

NOW I WANT TO SHIFT OUR FOCUS TO THE DANCE FACTORY; CAN YOU TELL ME MORE ABOUT IT MRS. SARKIS? Well, I’ve been teaching ballet for 18 years in a very small studio in Korba district, then we’ve moved here, to our current location, because we needed a bigger space to accommodate our growing number of students, and to expand in terms of classes being offered.

never experienced zumba the way we offer it before.

Furthermore, many other entities have it as purely business and lack passion, which for us is the core.

We’re not commercial and we will never be. Also, credibility is a must; we’re ballerinas, we were born to dance, and we know what we teach from firsthand experience. Our members come because they trust Sonia Sarkis.

HOW DO YOU KEEP THE YOUNGER AGE GROUP MOTIVATED AND COMMITTED? We hold an annual big show for our participants/ dancers as a way of motivating them and inspiring them to get better. This show is attended by many prominent figures, including big, who scout for new talents to join Opera House ballet company. Our most recent was last April, and was held in the New Generation School.

FINALLY, WHAT’S YOUR HOPES FOR THE DANCE FACTORY? Next stage we’re planning to introduce more solid structure to other dance forms we offer, like jazz and contemporary; we want to expand in terms of classes offered. Also, in addition to our annual show, we’re planning to organize a big competition gathering Egypt’s top private dance schools; so that students would get more exposure and learn from one another.

We also hope that with time we would break the “notmanly” stereotype attached to ballet, and would love to see more guys joining us. And lastly, we want to encourage parents to break free from the society’s negative perceptions about dance.

DO YOU OFFER OTHER FORMS OF DANCE OR ONLY BALLET? We offer ballet for youngsters and adults. We also have zumba, and we offer workshops for jazz and Latin dance.

THE COMPETITION IS VIGOROUS IN THE FITNESS AND DANCE INDUSTRY, WITH PEOPLE ENTERING EVERY DAY. HOW DO YOU MANAGE TO STAND OUT? Our main focus is dancing not fitness. We try to go the extra mile with everything we do. For instance, we’ve been having members telling us that they’ve

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SPOTTED CELEBS LATEST NEWS & GOSSIP

Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx are Officially a Thing!

Reliable sources have confirmed that Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx are in a committed relationship. After years of speculations surrounding the two Hollywood A-Listers, a source close to the two has publically announced that they’ve been together for a while now and that they are happy with their relationship. The 37-yearold Holmes is a mother to beautiful daughter from her previous marriage with Tom Cruise that lasted till 2012, while 48-year-old Foxx is a proud father of two daughters; and both are known for their tremendous success in Hollywood.

Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston are Dating!

OJ Simpson is Taking a Paternity Test for Khloe Kardashian After flying under the radar for a while now, and as if his trial hasn’t stirred enough controversy for years already, OJ Simpson is dominating headlines again, but it’s now being attached to none other than the Kardashian clan. Rumors have been circulating for a while, suggesting that Simpson is the real father of Khloe Kardashian, the youngest of the infamous Kardashian sisters; and just recently he agreed to take a paternity test to put all those speculations to rest.

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The 27-year-old Singer and Song writer Taylor Swift has been recently spotted on several occasions with British Heartthrob Tom Hiddleston, who is widely known for his personification of the evil “Loki” in ‘Thor.’ Their relationship came as a shock especially for Swift’s fans because only days have passed since her also so-shocking breakup with DJ Calvin Harris after a long fairytale-like relationship.

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It’s summer time! With all the wonderful colors and things it brings along the way we have to keep in mind that our wardrobe is not the only thing that needs an update to keep up with the rise of temperature and hot weather.

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ood makeup starts with good preparation, so as we have mentioned before we use our moisturizer but this time we need to make sure it’s oil free one, especially in the morning. Follow it with a good primer, one of the best primers is Porefessional by Benefit. This will prep your skin for your BB Cream or tinted cream. Less is more keep things light; that way you can get a fresh look.

Bronzer: Applying a little bronzer gives the skin some glow and makes it look healthy. Apply it to the areas that are largely affected by the sun, like cheek bones, forehead and you could also add a slight touch on the nose. Just make sure you don’t overdo it, so that you won't look fake or get a baked look. Sephora bronzer is one of the best as it has different shades.

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dewy fresh look by applying a minimal amount of highlighter on your cheek bones; something that would add to your natural look. One of my favorites would be Watts Up! by benefit.

It is preferred to use blush stain than powder blush not to get that cakey look.

Be bold this summer and play with vibrant colors.

Livelier colors brighten the face and bring a youthful glow to skin, from the eyeliners to lip colors. For eyeliners, go with blue, green, teal and purple, and to add some summer colors to your lips, use lip stain and avoid using matte colors. With lip stain (peach colors and sweet pink range) you can refresh it with some lip balm.

Blotting Papers: An oily T Zone will let everyone know that you’re feeling hot, so to eliminate this shine use your blotting paper just press and go!

Beauty Hair

Burgundy Vs. Blond

Which Side Would you Pick this Summer?

Just like Pantone is the color authority of fashion, you just can’t talk about hair color trends without mentioning L’Oreal. For years, L’Oreal Professionnel has been the main trend-setter in the world of beauty and hair, and for this season of Spring Summer 2016, the verdict was in the favor of Vibrant Burgundy and Cold Blond; bringing us a blast from the 70s’ hair past, with varieties of hairdos including Backcombing Waves, Extreme Straightening Bob as well as the fringe, among several others.

The Moulin Rouge spirit will resume its reputation even more with the ever-growing Burgundy trend. Worn

by L’Oréal Professionnel’s IT girl ALESSANDRA AMBROSIO, L’Oreal brunettes this season are gearing towards the more visible reflects resulting in more depth to our look. Happening on the latest catwalks and worn by our celebrity favorites such as Katy Perry, Emma Stone, or even as vibrant as Rihanna, the brunette of this season is stronger with a more vibrant reflect. Fashioned by L’Oréal Professionnel’s IT girl CAMILLE ROWE this season’s blond is a cool blonde, a “coolness” that suits every woman’s personality; the chic, the elegant, the modern and hippy woman.

To introduce and promote the newest it looks in Egypt, renowned Hair Dresser Eric Zemmour had gone on a road show across the country, and we had the chance to have a little chat with him, during which he had given us his insight on the newest trends. Describing the new IT Looks, Zemmour said “Basically the concept of it looks is to touch base with high profile people; those who are known and that people are familiar with. And mainly because clients nowadays tend to identify trends with

stars and top models, we decided to reach our clients using what appeals to them the most.”

Zemmour further added “ we went back to the blonds this season, and for the cold blond look, we went a bit dark on the roots and highlighted the ends. While with regards to the burgundy/brown-reds, we went dark on the roots again and we added a lot of light to the ends. And with regards to texture, we’re mainly focusing on length.”

For the vibrant burgundy it look, the straightened sleek hairdo made a comeback; basically square cuts with a fringe. While for the blonds, the retro wave that deliver the 70s vibes are spot-on. Moreover, when asked about skin color, and whether it plays a factor, Zemmour stated that the lighter your skin the better the blond look would work with you; and the darker is your skin, the better reds and burgundy would work for you.

This summer’s growing mood is a naturalistic gypsy one worn by many international fashion bloggers, celebrities and witnessed in many SS’16 catwalks, so hop on the gypsy train and pick a side now!

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Editorial Features A Talk with Chef Jacques Armand Of Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski

The Man Behind all Those Mouthwatering Pastries 3- WE BELIEVE THAT THERE ARE THREE MAIN FACTORS THAT DETERMINE A GOOD DINING/FOOD EXPERIENCE: THE MENU, THE TASTE OF FOOD, AND THE QUALITY OF THE SERVICE OFFERED. DO YOU AGREE WITH THAT? AND IF YOU WOULD RATE THEM BASED ON THEIR IMPORTANCE, WHICH FACTOR WOULD GET THE HIGHEST RATE? The quality of service, the taste of food and presentation, an attractive menu.

4- HOW DO YOU ENSURE THE CONSISTENCY OF THE QUALITY OF THE FOOD/SERVICE OFFERED? FOR INSTANCE, DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONNAIRES/EVALUATION CARDS FOR YOUR GUESTS TO FILL IN? DO YOU OFFER FREQUENT TRAINING FOR YOUR TEAM? We have an online questionnaire and an internal questionnaire audit. Otherwise we have a training program for our team. To be sure of the quality and consistency, we are tasting the food every day. In the meanwhile, we have to adapt our menus to the new trends to satisfy our Egyptian clientele.

1- WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT YOU; WOULD YOU PLEASE BRIEF US ON YOUR EXPERIENCE BEFORE JOINING KEMPINSKI. I am French originally from Brittany, working since 30 years in hospitality. I have been to all continent and Egypt is my twentieth country on my work experience. My greatest experience was the 2000 Olympics Games in Sydney at Park Hyatt Hotel.

2- WHEN HAVE YOU JOINED ROYAL MAXIM PALACE KEMPINSKI, CAIRO? AND HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR EXPERIENCE HERE SO FAR? It's been a month since I've arrived here. I got a transfer from Kempinski Gold Cost City in Accra - Ghana. The experience is great so far and I am looking forward to improve all our effort.

5- DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE CUISINE? AND WHAT MAKES IT YOUR FAVORITE? Vietnamese cuisine is my favorite. Since my childhood I always ate Asian food with my parents and now I have a Vietnamese wife. Her mother was a cooking teacher in Hanoi.

6- AS YOU KNOW "LITTLE THINGS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE;" IF YOU DON'T MIND, WOULD YOU SHARE WITH US ONE CHANGE ( WHETHER IT'S A NEW A NEW DISH, NEW STRATEGY, ETC.) THAT MADE A GREAT DIFFERENCE TO YOU WORK? We are working on new menus and presentation for all our restaurants. As per Kempinski standard, we are also working on a gluten free menu to be unique in Cairo.

Home Styling Tip : Colour palettes for your balcony Like you know I love to work with colour palettes for the home. Not only indoor but also outdoor you can create colour palettes for your garden or balcony. You can paint the shutters ( Shish) in a colour of this colour palette and match the furniture. For example, a colour palette with white, turquoise, neutrals or poppy green with orange and brown. For all the colour palettes you create, add a lot of green to create an Urban Jungle on your balcony. Match the new outdoor tiles from The Nile Co with your colour palette to upgrade your balcony floor.

BRINGING SUMMER TO

YOUR HOME BY: SOURAYA HASSAN

Styling Tip : New Bedouin style Go ‘glamping’ in your own garden in new bedouin style. Put some outdoor rugs on the floor or grass like these new rugs from Reform Studio. Add some cushions, a low table filled with fruits or make your own food together with friends and family. Decorate your outdoor picnic with a light string, plants and low tables.

Styling Tip : Grow your own herbs We all can be gardeners, and you could grow your own herbs in the garden or balcony. Put herbs like mint, basil, thyme and parsley in small pots together on a big tray on the outdoor table. You can also put them together in a big old sink where they grow all together. Believe me, it’s so nice to make your own fresh Mint Tea with mint leaves from your own garden!

Styling Tip : Cosy corners to relax Are you blessed with a garden?

Then you can easily create cosy corners where you can enjoy some me-time. Do you have a tree in the garden? Create your own swing with a pallet and some rope, an easy do it yourself. Paint the pallet, fix the rope and add some cushions, done! Cushions and rugs ( again from Reform Studio) are a beautiful addition to every garden setting.

Styling Tip : Decorate your table with plants and flowers Flowers and plants will complete every styling process and make it more cosy and inviting. Put some white flowers in a small vase and put this in your sitting area. Or put some big plants in different pots and put them on the dinning table. You can also put down a plant with tomatos or bell perper.

It’s colourful, nice for the kids to learn about growing and healthy as well.

Styling & photography : Souraya Hassan, Studio Binti Home ( Bintihomeblog.com )

Escape

Tips for Travelling Light Packing is the least favorite part of planning a trip. While women go over the top with their packing and usually carry the heaviest luggage, men often fall in the trap of packing too little, and both are doing it wrong. We only think about half of the question that needs to be asked, and tend to focus on the “what” instead of the “how.” So here are some key factors to help you travel light and make packing much easier and convenient...

1- Size of Luggage Expert travelers argues that one should not carry a size of luggage bigger than a carryon; which we know for us Egyptian and the way we like to pack would be nearly impossible. So let’s meet halfway here, always go for the medium size luggage not the big ones. One medium sized luggage and one backpack is the way to go if you want to travel light.

2- Material and Color of Garments Avoid packing materials that easily wrinkle; opt for durable ones that you can wear throughout the day, even more than once.

Darker shades are more efficient for light packing, because darker colors are considered to be heavy-duty garments, as they don’t show stains like bright ones.

3- Outfits Don’t pack items randomly, try to plan your outfits ahead. Pack outfits that could be worn in different occasions, during day and night; separate them with a statement necklace or a belt, as they take much smaller room than packing a whole outfit.

4- Placing of Items How you place your items in the bag can make or break your packing process. Try to roll the clothes instead of folding them over on another, so that you consume less space. If you’re more comfortable with folding, try fold two or three items together instead of one. Also, do your best to even out the density of your luggage; for instance don’t place your shampoo, body spray, comb, etc, in one corner of the bag. Spread them out.

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LADYBIRD’S You Ask, Experts Answer!

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Dr. Judy Washington

Family Medicine

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Dr. Jay Bradley Lasik Surgery

What causes these white spots in/under my finger nails? Is it serious?

Is it safe to have lasik eye surgery for astigmatism?

Doctor’s Answer:

Doctor’s Answer:

No need to worry. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the white spots occur after injury to the nail. Fortunately, as the nail grows out, the spot will disappear.

Yes; most patients with astigmatism can have laser eye surgery as long as they are good candidates.

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Dr. Gary Moss

Allergy and Immunology

Is it possible to have cholinergic urticaria without producing hives?

Doctor’s Answer:

Yes; actually, by definition, no, but I have had patients with every aspect of the disease without the hives, so I just treat it as a variant.

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Dr. Sandra Eleczko Dentistry

Is having sensitive teeth and/or burning gums a symptom of taking digestive enzyme supplements ?

Doctor’s Answer:

Hard to say. A dentist can help you with your sensitivity and gum problems. Most supplements do not cause this but it can happen if you have an allergy to something in the supplement. Be careful taking supplements. Some can be dangerous. Always talk to a doctor, or a qualified nutritionist when taking supplements. But now see a dentist.

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Dr. Jason Hemming Gastroenterology

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Dr. William Singer Pediatric Neurology

How can I tell if I have food poisoning or a stomach flu?

Can you please tell me about danger signs following a head injury?

Doctor’s Answer:

Doctor’s Answer:

It’s difficult to tell. If you have an obvious risky food exposure with other sick contacts then food poisoning would be more likely. Otherwise very difficult to differentiate the two.

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Dr. Michael Miller Wound care

How do I relieve my severe sunburn pain?

Doctor’s Answer:

Sunburn is the response of the tissues to injury from solar radiation. It is simply inflammation which means it needs an increased blood flow to the area to promote healing. Do not use ice as this can injure already injured skin. Cool water soaks can help as can taking anti-inflammation medicines like Motrin or advil. Avoid any further damage as this can cause scarring . Good skin cream applied daily/gently helps.

Altered level of consciousness, severe headache, vomiting, confusion and difficulty communicating. If any of these occur, you should be seen as soon as possible.

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Dr. Robert Kwok Pediatrics

My 5 year old son is a not often sleepwalker/sleeptalker but tonight I noticed his legs shaking while asleep.

What could this be?

Doctor’s Answer:

May be normal to have many types of movements when falling asleep, during sleep, and when waking up. If a child is otherwise a happy, normal kid, then parents can just make a video of the movements to show the doctor.

Parents can add details such as: when it happens, how long it lasts, what foods or meds taken, etc... During some episodes on video, wake him up while showing his response on video.

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• Find a noise-free zone at your house, where you can sit comfortably for minutes without interruption. No tv, no radio, and definitely no phone.

• Make it every morning before breakfast, as it will help you energize and clear-out your head.

• Reduce the light in the room, and use scented candles with a relaxing aroma.

• Wear stretchy pants that won’t bother you while sitting.

• 2 minutes every session will do as a start, and increase the session duration bit by bit as you go. Having a timer would help you stay on track.

• It’s okay to sit on a chair or on the floor at the beginning, but the duration increases, you’ll find that it’s way more comfortable to sit over a pillow on the floor with your legs crossed.

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Bulletins/Health

ABC’S OF MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS

• Breathe through your nose, and track as it goes all through your body filling your lungs and then exhale.

With each breath start counting from 1 till 10, and then start from 1 again for the next round, and the round after.

• At first, it’s normal to find it hard to control your thoughts. Whenever you wander away, get yourself back and restart counting.

• Meditation isn’t only about clearing your mind, but it’s also about friend-ing yourself, and becoming more aware of what goes through your head, soul and body.

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• Jumping rope is a fun exercise that boosts your fitness and helps blow off some steam.

• It’s considered a full body workout, which is great for muscle toning.

• According to studies, jumping rope increases bone density and reduce ankle/foot injury.

• Rope jumping has been proven to be a very effective and quick way to burn off calories. You can burn an average of 100 calories per 10 minutes of jumping.

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REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD START ROPE JUMPING!

• Rope jumping helps you maintain a healthy heart and an overall cardiovascular fitness, in addition to boosting your blood circulation.

• This exercise increases your control over your body movement and teach you body synchronization.

• If done correctly, jumping rope enhances your breathing synchronization during rapid movement and increases your stamina.

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Nutrition

Why Eat This?

Pine Nuts

• Pine Nuts help you control your appetite, and make you feel fuller for longer.

• Pine nuts are gluten free, so it could be used as a healthy alternative in many recipes.

• Pine nuts are rich in many healthy components, including vitamins, antioxidants and minerals.

• Pine nuts have Vitamin E, which acts as a strong antioxidant that maintains healthier cells and skin.

• It is rich in calories and other ingredients that help boost your energy.

Super Food...

Barley

• Consumption of barley helps promote a healthier colon, as it helps healthy bacteria in intestine to ferment, and contains what is called butyric acid, which is the primary component for large intestines.

• Propionic acid and beta glucan help in lowering bad cholesterol (LDL) in blood.

• Fiber in barley helps in controlling/lowering sugar levels in your body, which makes it very beneficial especially for those suffering from diabetes.

• Barley contains a component niacin, a vitamin B which is very effective in protection against atherosclerosis.

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• Pine nuts promote cardiovascular health, and reduce the risk of having heart disease.

• Lutein found in pine nuts is good for maintaining vision, and lowers the risk of age-related macular degeneration.

• Mono-unsaturated fatty acids found in pine nuts, reduce high levels of bad cholesterol (LDL), and increase levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in the body.

• Manganese found in pine nuts boosts your immunity and protects you against the risk of catching infections.

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Eggs, bananas, broccoli, cashews and carrots

• Barley is really good for women during and after menopause, and helps relieve many of its symptoms and associated diseases.

• Barley is also rich in magnesium, which lowers the risk of getting blood 2 diabetes.

• Selenium found in barley helps your body detoxify and get rid of harmful compounds that might cause certain types of cancer.

• Barley is rich fiber, which reduces appetite and therefore is very beneficial for those looking after their weight.

Fix with Food

Are you in a bad mood?

There are many food that could actually help in enhancing your mood.

Chocolate, especially darker ones, reduces one’s stress through lowering stress hormones and providing the body with antioxidants. Whole foods like fruits and vegetables improve your mood and help you feel less depressed.

Fish containing Omega 3 fatty acids also protects you against depression and stress. Moreover, carbohydrates are known to be mood-boosters and make you feel more content.

BLOATED STOMACH • Dairy Products: Many of us are lactose-intolerant to a certain extent; meaning that we find it hard to digest lactose in dairy products. Such case causes bloating and digestion problems.

• Broccoli and Cabbage: Most cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, cabbage, sprouts and kale, might be harder to digest for some people, causing discomfort.

Bulletins/Nutrition

Foods and Drinks you Should Reduce When you Have

• Onions and Garlic: Fructans found in onions and garlic are soluble fibers and also belong to the short-chain carbohydrates FODMAPs that cause indigestion and bloating .

• Apples: Culprits, which are fructose that belong to FODMAPs as well, often end up fermented by gut bacteria resulting in gas production.

• Beans and Legumes: Short-chain carbohydrates called FODMAPs found in beans and legumes doesn’t go through the normal digestion process and get fermented by bacteria in colon instead, produces gas.

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BY: NOURA HASSABALLA “CAN I USE A FAT BURNER FOR FAST RESULTS?” There goes the most common question I get asked daily. However, they get astonished when they see the big “NO” on my face. If you look

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at the back of any weight loss supplement, it will say that the product must be used along with a calorie restricted diet and exercise. But come on, people always want to have it the easy way. In my opinion, there is no magic pill.

YOUR DIET IS 80% OF YOUR WEIGHT LOSS Fat burners are only supplements used to enhance fat loss, in other words they may help in the process of weight loss, but you are not guaranteed effective results because everyone is different. At some point your body becomes tolerant to things just like using the same type of shampoo or face cream for a while; gradually your body gets accustomed to the change so the stimulant is no longer effective. Many people think that taking a pill will make the weight vanish in a week. They think the fat burner is the miracle solution they've been looking for. In fact, following a healthy diet is 80 percent of the battle.

WHAT DO FAT BURNERS DO? Fat burners can only enhance fat loss, but they're only going to do so if you are following a proper diet and staying consistent with a workout plan. They work in many ways. They can boost energy, help curb appetite, promote fat to be used for energy, and even increase your metabolism and core temperature so you burn more calories throughout the day. But if you are taking weight loss supplements yet being a couch potato and binging on burger, pizza, and fries, then definitely you’re not going to see any results.

WHAT MANUFACTURERS WON’T TELL YOU? Not every ingredient you are ingesting is written on the label, so be careful. Manufacturers don’t reveal everything they use in making those fat burners, and

sadly some of those ingredients can be lethal, so why take the risk. Basketball players and athletes have died using those fat burners and some have overdosed and were lucky enough to survive. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate and approve products like fat burners before they go on the market.

Rather, the FDA only steps in if a health risk is found once they are already in the market.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU STOP USING FAT BURNERS? When you disturb your body’s homeostasis and tamper with its own natural mechanism to maintain its balance, you can actually cause your metabolism to slow down drastically. As I mentioned before using a stimulant makes your body respond accordingly in the beginning, then the stimulant becomes less effective causing your own metabolism to slow down. Once you stop taking the fat burner you will gain all the weight back even more.

CONCLUSION Fat burners should not be used under any circumstances unless instructed and prescribed by a doctor for sever medical cases. Like I said, if you can do 80% of the job by following a healthy diet, and changing little things in your lifestyle, you will reach the results you want. It just needs some time management and staying focused on your goal. No one said weight loss was easy, but staying healthy definitely is.

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4 Cooking

Ice Cream Recipes that are Totally Worth the

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CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT GELATO

until the egg yolks are light in color, about 4 minutes.

Ingredients: Stir 1/2 cup of the milk mixture into the egg yolks, • 2 cups whole milk then pour all of the egg mixture into the saucepan, • 1 cup heavy cream stirring continuously. Cook, stirring continuously, • 1/3 cup white sugar until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a • 4 egg yolks metal spoon, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.

• 1/3 cup white sugar 3. Add the chocolate hazelnut spread, espresso powder, • 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®) and vanilla, stirring until well combined. Pour • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder through a mesh strainer into a bowl. Refrigerate • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract several hours until cold.

• 3 ounces fine quality bittersweet chocolate, finely 4. Pour into an ice cream maker and freeze according chopped to manufacturer's directions. Transfer gelato into an • 8 maraschino cherries airtight container and place in freezer until solid.

• frozen whipped topping, thawed (optional) 5. To make the tartufo/gelato: Scoop 4-ounce portions of gelato and form into balls using your hands.

Directions: Poke a hole in each ball and place 1 cherry in each, 1. Combine milk, cream, and 1/3 cup sugar in a cover with gelato, and place on a baking sheet. Roll medium saucepan over medium heat; stir until the gelato balls in the grated chocolate until coated and sugar dissolves, about 3 to 5 minutes. return to the freezer until ready to serve. Serve with 2. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks and 1/3 cup sugar whipped topping, if desired.

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PEANUT BUTTER CUP ICE CREAM

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Ingredients: • 1/4 cup sugar • 3 eggs • 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup peanut butter 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup half-and-half cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 12 miniature peanut butter cups, chopped.

CAKE BATTER ICE CREAM Ingredients: • 1 cup milk • 1/2 cup white sugar • 2 egg yolks, beaten • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2 cups heavy whipping cream • 3/4 cup white cake mix, sifted

Directions: 1. Whisk together milk, sugar, egg Directions: yolks, vanilla, cream, and cake mix in 1. In a medium bowl, beat the sugar and eggs with an a saucepan until well blended. Cook electric mixer until thick, about 3 minutes. Set aside. over medium-low heat until mixture Pour milk into a small saucepan, and bring to a reaches 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), simmer over low heat. Gradually drizzle the hot milk stirring frequently. Remove from heat into the eggs while whisking vigorously. Then pour and place in the refrigerator or freezer the whole mixture into the saucepan. Cook over low until liquid is cold. heat, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat 2. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice the back of a metal spoon. Do not boil. cream maker and freeze according to 2. Remove from heat, and whisk in peanut butter. manufacturer's directions until it reaches Allow to cool slightly, then whisk in the sweetened "soft-serve" consistency. condensed milk, half-and-half and vanilla. Cover 3. Transfer ice cream to a one- or two-quart and refrigerate until chilled. lidded plastic container; cover surface with 3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker, and freeze plastic wrap and seal. For best results, ice according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fold in cream should ripen in the freezer for at least peanut butter cups when mixture is still soft, then 2 hours or overnight. transfer to a container, and freeze until solid.

EASY MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP ICE CREAM Ingredients: • 2 cups 2% milk • 2 cups heavy cream • 1 cup sugar • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract • 3 drops green food coloring (optional) • 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Directions: 1. In a large bowl, stir together the milk, cream, sugar, salt, vanilla extract and peppermint extract until the sugar has dissolved. Color to your liking with the green food coloring.

2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker, and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. After about 10 minutes into the freezing, add the chocolate chips.

3. After the ice cream has thickened, about 30 minutes later, spoon into a container, and freeze for 2 hours.

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Love & Relationships

Love No._____ The Age Factor of Dating and Relationships

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BY: LAUREN K. CLARK

n 1994, our beloved R&B/Hip Hop Princess, Aaliyah, made the thoughts of so many become so real: “Age ain’t nothing but a number, throwing down ain’t nothing but a thang, This lovin’ I have for you, it’ll never change.” A tale of love’s realities that sometimes the person you end of lovin,’ ain’t always your age—or age group, rather! And here comes the checklist of the PERFECT LOVE: He has a stable career. He is so very charming. He keeps you up all night, and makes you feel a wonderful ecstasy! A great cook (Yes! We have to ensure triple points for this!).

So, now that you are ready to introduce him to your friends, to your family, and even to your work colleagues, there is just one, “tiny,” issue—or worry, rather! He is somewhat out of your league. No, not in that sense. I mean REALLY of out your league. As a matter of fact, the two of you all are in two, different leagues. He was around when The Supremes and The Beatles were in style, and you grew up when Janet Jackson and Madonna were. . .In Vogue. Ok. . .perhaps, I am being a little too extreme! However, you get the gist.

Let’s say that the age difference is slightly ten years apart. You are ten years older, he is 10 years younger, or vice versa. Is it possible that you or he, could be, as we say. ..robbin’ the cradle? After all, why was it so impossible for you to have gotten a man within your own age category? Now, that definitely is a good question. Perhaps, you didn’t feel that flame, as you do with your younger or older beau. Ok. Fair enough.

Now let’s go back to some other questions, shall we.

What are the traits which make this partnership acceptable? Ah! The maturity factor. So, just to make sure that we are getting straight to business, let’s be blunt. . .Is this a relationship of two mature adults?

Hmm. . .That’s a great question, as well. When you are with your, uh hm, “man,” do you feel that you have a 54 | JULY 2016

child, or an adult who handles his responsibilities well?

The same applies to you, if you are the younger of the pair. Do you also feel that you are a mature woman, or do you feel your significant other is your “Sugar Daddy?” (Note: This is getting, real good, isn’t it?)

Shall we proceed? Moving On. Now, let’s bring up another issue. Daddy Issues. How is your relationship with your father? And at the same time, how is HIS relationship with his mother? When you think of the saying “Daddy’s Little Girl,” do you gain a sense of pride in knowing that Daddy made you feel worthy, and SHOWED you how you are supposed to be treated?

Or were memories of abandonment, neglect, and feeling unworthy part of those childhood memories?

The same question for Lover-boy. Mr. Lover-Man. Mr. Grown-A**-Man! How is his relationship with his mother? And let’s check this out. Does he have a history of consistently dating younger women? Did he give his own category of women a try?

Let’s make one thing clear. . .love is a beautiful thing!

It truly is. The real dilemma is making sure that it is purely that, and not a need that we are trying to fulfill.

So, back to the age question. . .Is this relationship based on love, or is it based on power? Getting deeper, aren’t we? Let’s keep digging. Is the rational for you being with your partner also based on the E-GO, that is! Having a younger man, or younger woman makes you feel young all over again, so the saying goes! Oh boy! Perhaps, some of us have knocked ourselves on the head a couple of times. It’s one thing to feel proud of your man. It’s another to hold him up as your youth trophy! Ditto for the younger woman.

And more heartbeats we receive. Hmm. . . “Age ain’t nothin,’ but a number, love ain’t nothin’ but a thing. This love I have for you will never change.” So, how many times did you see the word LOVE in this famous lyric.Two heartbeats, please! Now that we have gone over every single detail for this ageless love, can you honestly say that this love is REAL LOVE! Meaning that you actually fell in love with the spirit and humanity of this person. Not his wallet, young features, and the privileges that comes in dating someone younger or older than yourself.

It’s one of the dynamic features in feeling that 2 adults, of sound body and mind came together to expand this thing called LOVE! Mature adults who are not using their partners age to fill a void within themselves. The coming of two people, who are content and fulfilled in their own adulthood (financially, mentally, spiritually, sexually, and emotionally), all the while wishing to merge the two. Two more rhythmic heartbeats for the TWO of you. Wink! Now that we have gotten through

the personal grittiness. Let’s allow ourselves to look at social stigmas you may experience. Yes. The stares, the laughs, and the possible boat of jokes you may be the target of should you decide to hit up the nearest comedy club. Unfortunately, a truly loving couple with a significant age difference, has developed a reputation of not being. . .how should we say it. . .legit! One of pedophilia, rockin’ the cradle, and questions for your reason of being together.

So, whatcha’ gonna’ do? You could A.) defend your relationship. B.) get into a fight. Or C.) purposefully showcase your love in public (i.e. kissing, touching, feeling each other, the whole 9). Tick tock, tick tock. . .Times up! The final answer please. Survey says, C. Four Heartbeats of Love! Exactly. Never mind the stares, giggles, and gossip. After all, you’re in love! And that’s all that matters!

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Mother & Child

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SIGNS SHOWING YOUR CHILD IS BEING BULLIED!

ullying is a serious issue that sadly many Egyptian parents discard, thinking that it’s just a normal part of childhood. Well, it is most definitely Not! According to a study conducted by Yale University, bullied victims are 7 to 9 % more likely to consider ending their lives. Opposite to what many might think, bullying is not confined to a certain age group, and all of us, at a certain point in our lives, either got bullied, or bullied someone else in a certain situation. However, Bullying mostly becomes threatening among older children and teens. During this phase, your child goes through all sorts of hormonal changes, which makes them more fragile and way too sensitive to rejection. Also, during this phase, peer pressure peaks, and kids tend to distant themselves from their parents; they share less, talk less, and they most likely won’t even tell you if they get bullied, because they feel ashamed.

So, with that said, we give you behavioral signs that often associated with bulling:

• Changed Temper: Many of bullied victims feel helpless, which makes them feel this huge anger towards the whole situation. And since they can’t show their power in school, they’ll most probably take it on you, or on their siblings at home. So if you notice you child irrationally becoming more defensive, getting angry really quick, or recently started hitting his/her younger siblings, then you have to look more into it.

• Changed Habits: Ditching practices, spending more time alone rather than with friends, sleeping more, watching too much TV, loss of appetite or eating too much sugary food, suddenly hating something they used to love, etc.

All those among many other habits might serve as an indication that something is wrong.

• Zoning Off: Just because they don’t talk about it, doesn’t mean they don’t

overthink about it! The feeling of embarrassment and helplessness is probably dominating their thoughts, and they will keep replaying the situation over and over in their heads. Parents should act if they see their child zoning off more frequently.

• Tired Physique: Stress and depression could greatly affect your child physique and overall health. If they are getting sick more often, if the dark shadows underneath their eyes are new, if they have frequent headaches, or if they are getting thinner all of a sudden, then there is a great chance the reason is psychological.

• Unexplained Cuts and Bruises: This is the most obvious sign of them all. Always ask about new cuts and bruises you see on your child’s body, and keep insisting on details.

Ask them to tell the story more than once on different days, if you can’t add up the facts, then you’ll know what you should do.

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here is nothing wrong for planning the perfect summer vacation, or having the perfect body or buying the coolest outfits before summer!

But lets face it, our culture nowadays is putting too much pressure on us that we find ourselves constantly focusing on having the perfect summer vacation, just so we can talk about it more than focusing on what really makes us happy. People became so obsessed with showing off their lives on social-media so the whole world would know that they are living the perfect life!

But let me ask you a question and be honest with yourself before you answer… What’s more important to you? Having a really fun summer that you can actually enjoy or having one just to brag about, but wasn’t that meaningful to you?

Your life is so important and it’s worth to be lived and filled with happy moments and amazing memories. Your obsession should be how to enjoy your time the way that will make you happy regardless of what others think.

Believe me, great memories never start with “remember when we were at the beach and took 20 selfies then we posted them and got a 100 likes”!

Another issue that can really ruin your summer is when you start comparing your vacation to others. You can plan a beautiful holiday that you believe you’ll really enjoy, say in sa7el for example, then you see a pic of your friend having a tan on a boat in Santorini and suddenly you start rethinking yours.

What you see of others lives is just a snapshot on Facebook or Instagram, you did not see the rest of the picture!

Think about your summer as it’s “your” vacation, your break, your fun time that you

deserve, because you’ve been working hard all year and you deserve an award for that!

Don’t fall into the trap that you need to document everything you do, cause that will make you miss the real life going around you.

Workout so that you have the body that will make you feel good about yourself. Buy new outfits so that you

can love yourself in the mirror. When you value yourself and your happiness, you’ll shine inside out and everyone around you will see that without you making any effort from your side.

Plan your time so that you can say “Wow that was one cool fun summer!”

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CANCER June 21 – July 22

LEO Summer season might be the ultimate hustling season for most people, but not Leos. For you, it’s the time to sit back, relax, and enjoy the taste of your hard-work success.

LIFE: The universe is calling you eagerly to take some time off your hectic life. Make use of that time and dig deeper into yourself and embark on a self-exploration journey.

LOVE: You can use some extra openness in your life; you can use a sincere quality time talk with your significant other.

CAREER: You’ll never know what new opportunities your past might reveal. You might find some much-needed luck in reconnecting with your old colleagues and mates.

FASHION TIP: Regardless of the trends surrounding you, always choose those embracing your femininity; it’s what gives you your edge.

VIRGO You’ll be facing many “once-in-lifetime” experiences this period. It’s the right time to let your guard down a bit and embrace the good side of life.

LIBRA It’s time you kiss your comfort zone goodbye. Explore new ventures and give it your all, because things are looking good for you. Just remember to keep your stress levels under control.

SCORPIO You’ve been having it rough for a while, in many aspects, but good news! You will regain your go-getter self soon, and you’ll create deeper connections with those you love.

SAGITTARIUS Your popularity is peaking this period, and you’ll get your much-loved time under the spotlight. Nevertheless, you have to give more time to those closer to you; don’t take them for granted.

CAPRICORN It’s a period of change in your life; mostly for the better. Don’t rush into making promises you can’t meet just for the sake of beating your competitors.

AQUARIUS It’s good to be that dedicated in your work, yet, you have to find the balance so that it won’t stand in the way of your relationship flourishing.

PISCES Even though change is intimidating, when the odds are in your favor, you have to grasp your chances.

Maybe it’s time to consider that career shift you’ve been putting off.

ARIES: This month you’ll be facing a series of fortunate events, following the rough patch you’ve faced in June. Always focus on the good side of a challenge; it will help you grow.

TAURUS You might be facing some turbulence with coworkers and partners, but don’t let it get to you. Life is but consistent rounds of ups and downs.

GEMINI Things weren’t very smooth during spring, but it’s all taking a turn for the better now. You’ll be feeling more energetic and you’ll have this drive to pursue your dream goal.

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REVIEWS

ALBUM

“The Definition of...” by Fantasia The 3rd American Idol winner has come a long way since her official rise to stardom back in 2004. The R&B singer/ songwriter, has been winning us over with her amazing vocals and spot-on song choices since her very first album; and this July she is promising us another art-filled music through her fifth studio Album “The Definition Of...”.

The Album will include 12 tracks, with the lead singer “No Time for it”, which was released last January, as the lead singer.

MOVIE The Conjuring 2 After the astonishing success of the movie’s first sequel, “The Conjuring 2” has just been released and causing an even greater buzz than the first one. As if the fact that it’s based on true events isn’t scary enough, since the release of the horror movie, weird incidences have been happening in movie theatres screening it; ranging from actual possession to death! So, would you dare to watch it?

BOOK

“What I Know for Sure” by Oprah Winfrey “What I know for sure” takes you on a journey inside one of the greatest minds of the entertainment industry, the one and only Oprah Winfrey. In her latest book, Winfrey has wrapped up the bits and pieces of her experiences, and is sharing her most important life lessons she has learned through the years. “What I know for sure” is a book that would serve as a valuable life guide for those who read it.

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HOTELS

Celebrate the Holiday at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski Starting at EGP 1,500 per night, the hotel’s holiday/Eid Fitr package treats guests to up to a 15% discount for Kempinski’s signature brunch, available to early bookers.

No day is complete without breakfast, so the entire family may also have a lavish breakfast at The State restaurant.

As a family-oriented European luxury brand, Cairo’s newest palace delivers a wealth of dining experiences, ranging from traditional South East cuisine at Yanna, fine Italian dining at Lucca, a bespoke European grill at Romanov, and Levantine flavours at Bab Al Qasr. Diners looking for a laid-back experience can head over to Aqua Chill and enjoy the fantastic summer breeze by the pool while being served tapas and light snacks. At The State restaurant, the brunch buffet, with live-cooking stations, a vibrant family atmosphere and live music band, will set the tone for a liberated festive atmosphere. The hotel’s younger guests are invited to participate in the exciting kids’ programme, which features daily arts and crafts, cinema hours, face painting and much more at Le Petit Royal.

Your Break is Perfect at Sheraton Miramar Gouna!

Enjoy an unrivalled dining experience which will take you through a real oriental experience at Oriental 1001 Restaurant, located on a separate island, which offers authentic oriental delights and special entertainment during dinner time . Enjoy a walk through the lagoons gardens and wood bridges that will rejuvenate your spirits and revive your soul. At Sheraton Miramar, you are much more than just a traveler.

Get Wedding-ready at The Nile RitzCarlton, Cairo The Nile Ritz-Carlton spa packages are tailored to suit individual taste during this wedding season.

Indulge in the Peloid Chamber a signature treatment, which is specially designed with ritual that combines a cleanse, steam and massage. If you are looking to celebrate your special day with your best ladies, then get ready for ‘Bridal Party’, the perfect pampering experience for the bride and her friends before the big day. As for the newlyweds recovering from the celebrations, a romantic spa experience is the perfect antidote. Couples unwind in their own cabana from 9am to 6 pm, only breaking away for indulgent treatments. Couples will enjoy a Rose Clay body wrap before relaxing together in the steam room. Tensions melt away with a 60 minute couples’ side-by-side massage, before rounding off the day with a personalized gift for the happy couple.

Spend Blissful Holiday with Joyous Flair and Timeless Splendour at Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay Enjoy the great thrill with unlimited leisure activities.

The team at Kimo Kids Club have also spared no effort in preparing a fun-filled daily entertainment programme for your little ones. Indulge in the celebrations with the wide range of entertainment programmes at Sultan Bar and Lounge. Rates start from EGP 850 per night in a double Lagoon View Room, including breakfast and dinner buffet at The View Restaurant with its sumptuous culinary delights and live-cooking stations. Talented chefs have geared up to prepare mouth-watering specialities to satisfy all food cravings.

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INITIATIVES & PROJECTS

‘Inspiring Egyptians’: Putting Egyptians on the Global Social Map Starting on Facebook and reaching over 17,000 people, the Inspiring Egyptians project shares the stories of passionate Egyptians who’ve championed their way to success through agony and suffering. But the brains behind the initiative is not a team of incisive journalists, an educational strategist, nor a rising entrepreneur, it’s a 17-year-old high school student.

Armed with a restless dream and convinced about the ripple effect that an inspirational story can have, Omar is setting out to impact Egypt’s youth by doing something everyone would love to do: meeting every single person he has ever admired, be it celebrities or mentors.

TECHNOLOGY

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M² Developments Launches New Living Concept in Egypt M² Developments announced the launch of their flagship project M² Gardens introducing a whole new real estate concept to the market. Catering to the growing demand for homes in the Fifth District of New Cairo, the gated community will offer a unique patented concept; the trio villas to address the challenges of increasingly expensive land prices in the area. The three in one villas; Trio Villas offer each unit owner a private entrance and garden, with an optional pool. “The idea was to create three villas on top of each other, offering the same quality and luxury buyers are looking for, whilst splitting the cost of the land three ways. Our concept makes villas an option for the middle class for the first time,” Mr. Ayman Abbas, Owner and Chairman of M² Developments said.

Schneider Electric Announces Updates And New Name For Its Customer Care App Users of the Customer Care app from Schneider Electric™, are about to see exciting changes in this on-the-job productivity tool for iOS™ and Android® smart devices, starting with a brand new name: mySchneider app. Among the updates to this robust tool for electricians, panel builders, and more is the new Tailored Services, which allows users to customize information and options to better fit their specific job needs. A newly added auto-complete feature saves time by offering in-app search term suggestions.These are the latest features to join the popular 24/7 self-service options currently available on the app, including the ability to search products by name or reference number, receive product information by scanning QR codes, and retrieve technical documents. Direct contact with Schneider Electric experts is available in mySchneider app either by a live, one-tap connection, or by using the convenient “call me back” option.

MOBILE PHONES

The New Moto Z Family with Moto Mods: Transform Your Smartphone in a Snap Made from military aircraft-grade aluminum and stainless steel, the stunning new Moto Z is durableyet-razor thin. It’s also incredibly powerful packing a Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 820 processor. Moto Z has a high-resolution 13MP camera with optical image stabilization and laser autofocus. A water-repellant coating means splashes or spills won’t get in your way.

With the all new revolutionary Moto Mods, you now have the ability to transform your Moto Z into exactly what you need it to be. Like an instant party maker with the JBL® SoundBoost - it’s really, really loud.

Or, grab some popcorn and turn your phone into a 70-inch movie projector with the Moto Insta-Share Projector. You can also match your phone to your own personal style as often as you want with Style Shells.

LG Stylus 2 Plus Delivers Upgraded Features For Improved User Experience The LG Stylus 2 Plus, the latest edition of its large-format Stylus series, begins its global rollout with its launch in Taiwan.

While the design remains consistent with the original LG Stylus 2, the smartphone features significantly better performance than its original cousin. At its heart is a faster 1.4GHz Octa-Core processor, a sharper 5.7inch Full HD IPS display and higher resolution 16MP rear camera. Other improvements include more RAM and the choice of colors: Titan, Gold and Brown. The Stylus 2 Plus carries over the nano-coated stylus which provides the tactile feedback of a quality fountain pen when writing on the screen. Using the stylus is made even more useful with UX features such as Quick Memo and Off Memo and Pen Keeper.

STORES

Jennyfer is Coming To Cairo!

To all young-at-heart fashion lovers, brace yourselves, if you’ve been looking for young outfits that scream summer, look no further. French brand Jennyfer will be sending their fresh vibes to Cairo this summer and it is here to stay. Jennyfer is a French brand that is tailored for the woman who loves to look young and cool forever. The store will be opening its first store in Cairo on Friday June 1, 2016 in Maadi City Centre.

Miss Roberts is Now Open in Downtown Katanya Miss Roberta a leading Italian brand in shoes and women accessories opened their second branch in downtown katamya showcasing a variety of the latest in women’s Fashion in shoes and bags.

The designs are simple, exquisite yet stylish And above all comfortable.

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CARS

Carrying Off a New Style – Nissan Reveals the NV300 Nissan has revealed the first official image of its all-new NV300 mid-sized van. Featuring styling cues from the company’s pioneering crossover range, it is a successor to the popular Primastar and will fill the gap between the award-winning NV200 and NV400. Nissan’s latest Emotional Geometry design language – well-known from its class-leading as Juke, Qashqai and X-Trail crossovers – is clear to see on the NV300, with the familiar ‘V-motion’ grille dominating the front end. Key to its appeal will be the NV300’s marketleading warranty. Unique in the segment, it’s a five-year/160,000km pan-European, manufacturer-backed policy that’s fully transferrable to second and subsequent owners. It includes five years’ roadside assistance cover.

Hyundai Demonstrates Luxury, Power, and Advanced Through Its RM 16 Concept.

With Hyundai’s record of bringing concept cars to life as production models, the Busan display offered a tantalizing taste of what the company has in store for showrooms. The RM16 concept proved particularly exciting for driving enthusiasts. This is no hollow styling exercise, but rather a highly advanced performance car, and a working development vehicle for technology to be included in the planned ‘N’ sub-brand of highperformance cars. The concept is the latest in Hyundai’s Project RM (Racing Midship) series, following the previous RM14 and RM15 concepts, further developing their high-performance engineering in the form of a mid-engine, lightweight, high-performance two-seat concept.

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TATWEER MISR SIGNS A PROTOCOL WITH AHL -MASR FOUNDATION TO COOPERATE IN ITS SAFE VILLAGE PROJECT.

THE WORLD’S MOST EXCITING FOOTBALLER, PAUL POGBA, IS THE STAR OF THE LATEST FIRST NEVER FOLLOWS FILM FROM ADIDAS, WHICH LAUNCHED AHEAD OF HIS COUNTRY’S OPENING GAME IN THE UEFA EURO 2016TM.

EMIRATES AIRLINE, HELD ITS CABIN CREW RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY FOR POTENTIAL FEMALE CABIN CREW MEMBERS ON THE 14TH OF JUNE 2016.

IN THEIR INITIATIVE TO FIGHT HUNGER, CAREEM RAISES EGP 20,000, ALL MADE DIRECTLY THROUGH USAGE OF CAREEM’S CAR SERVICE APPLICATION.

SHERATON MIRAMAR EL GOUNA EARNS 2016 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE. EMIRATES NBD EGYPT DONATES EGP 5 MILLION TO PROVIDE 200,000 BOOKS AS PART OF ‘READING NATION’ CAMPAIGN.

FAIRMONT NILE CITY’S RESTAURANTS EARN 2016 TRIPADVISOR’S “CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE”.

HILTON WORLDWIDE IN EGYPT PARTICIPATES IN THE COMPANY’S LARGEST ANNUAL GLOBAL CAREER INITIATIVE.

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IMAGE HELD ARTS-MART EXHIBITION IN CELEBRATION OF ITS OPENING IN ALMAZA, HELIOPOLIS.

FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CAIRO AT THE FIRST RESIDENCE EARNS 2016 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE. HYUNDAI AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST HAS BEEN DEMONSTRATING THE COMPANY’S HIGHPERFORMANCE AND HIGH-TECH CREDENTIALS AT THE 2016 BUSAN INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW IN SOUTH KOREA. JUHAYNA AND FAWRY TO SIGN COOPERATION PROTOCOL TO FACILITATE THE COLLECTION PROCESS FROM COMPANY’S AGENTS. LENOVO ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2015/16 RESULTS, WITH SOLID CORE PC BUSINESS AND STABLE PROFIT , EVEN AS INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CHALLENGES HIT REVENUE.

INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP EGYPT RECEIVES EGYPT’S LEADING HOTEL GROUP 2016 AWARD FROM WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS.

MAJID AL FUTTAIM IN COLLABORATION WITH THE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN EGYPT HOSTS THE MALL OF EGYPT CAREER DAY. WITH NOTHING MORE THAN TWO LG CORDZERO™ CANISTER VACUUM CLEANERS STRAPPED TO HER BACK, PROFESSIONAL ROCK CLIMBER SIERRA BLAIR-COYLE SUCCESSFULLY SCALED THE SIDE OF A 140-METER HIGH-RISE BUILDING. CAIRO MARRIOTT, A PROUD PARTNER OF AHL MASR FOR MAJIDA EL ROUMI CONCERT. NETFLIX HOSTED AN INTRODUCTORY MEETING WITH EGYPTIAN MEDIA TO BECOME BETTER ACQUAINTED WITH BOTH ENGLISH AND ARABIC MEDIA IN THE REGION. QNB GROUP, A LEADING FINANCIAL INSTITUTION IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA, ANNOUNCED THAT IT HAS COMPLETED THE ACQUISITION OF 99.81% STAKE IN FINANSBANK A. IN TURKEY.

INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP CAIRO CITYSTARS DONATES FOOD SUPPLIES TO VILLAGES IN SAKKARA.

NEW RITZ-CARLTON WEBSITE BRINGS A WORLD OF TRAVEL EXPERIENCES TO LIFE BY WAY OF A FULLY IMMERSIVE ONLINE EXPERIENCE. UBER ROLLS OUT CASH PAYMENT OPTION TO 100% OF EGYPT RIDERS, AFTER THE SUCCESS OF ITS TESTING PHASE. BAHEYA HOSPITAL, WITH THE EGYPTIAN RED CRESCENT AND NOVARTIS, LAUNCH EGYPT’S FIRST PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT PROGRAM FOR BREAST CANCER PATIENTS. SOUQ.COM LAUNCHES A NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EGYPTIAN COMMUNICATION AND MOBILE SYNDICATE, OPENING NEW VIRTUAL MARKETS TO MOBILE DEALERS THROUGH SOUQ’S ONLINE PLATFORMS.

SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO AWARDED 2016 WINNING WAYS IN FOOD & BEVERAGE RECOGNIZED AS A TOP PERFORMING FOOD & BEVERAGE DEPARTMENT.

THE SWEDISH NATIONAL DAY WAS CELEBRATED WITH APPROPRIATE STYLE WITH A BAR SERVING UP SPECIAL ABSOLUT COCKTAILS AND A STUNNING LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. SHERATON MONTAZAH HOTEL HAS INVITED 50 ORPHANS TO A FUN-FILLED RAMADAN IFTAR AT TABIA BALLROOM, AS PART OF ITS SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY EFFORTS. NILE RADIO PRODUCTIONS HOSTED THEIR ANNUAL IFTAR FOR THIS YEAR AT THE CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL AT THE HISTORIC AIDA BALLROOM.

“EGYGAB” DEVELOPMENTS SUPPORTS “BAHIA” HOSPITAL...

ORGANIZING AN EDUCATIONAL VISIT INCLUDING A TEAM WORK SPECIALIZED FOR THE EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER SAMSUNG LAUNCHED INNOVATIVE KEEP RAMADAN SHINING CAMPAIGN ACROSS THE MIDDLE EAST

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On Spot Uptown Cairo Brings Back its Sensational Ramadan Nights Once again, this Ramadan, Uptown Cairo’s Clubhouse brings you its sensational Ramadan Nights. Experience in an incomparable atmosphere amid Uptown Cairo’s rolling greens with majestic views of the Golf. Enjoy entertainment on weeknights and special performances by Cairo’s top musicians on weekends. Indulge in mouth-watering food selection and watch your favorite shows and matches on mega screen. Add to that, an exceptional shisha experience with an additional option of private pergolas that will, all together, promise you the ultimate Ramadan experience.

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On Spot Cairo Fashion Festival Season 6 Back with another bigger fashion season was Cairo Fashion Festival, brought to you by Huwaei P9/ P9 Plus, which hosted the sixth edition of the country’s biggest fashion event in the comforting home of Cairo Festival City Mall for a day dedicated to celebrating art, while giving the glammed up guests a night to remember.

On Spot Exclusive Pre- Ramadan Experience at Conrad Cairo Conrad Cairo held an exclusive dining event for its media and press partners at Jayda Restaurant to sample Conrad Cairo’s oriental Iftar specialties and Ramadan offerings. The invitees enjoyed the Ramadan charming atmosphere and the delicious Lebanese Iftar specialties at Jayda open air restaurant, in addition to the Shisha flavours served overlooking the Nile and the oriental takht which provided a perfect setting to enjoy Ramadan social evenings in style. They expressed their admiration for the place and their excitement to spending extraordinary Iftar and Sohour experiences during Ramadan at Conrad Cairo.

Media and Press Iftar at Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars To thank all key journalists and media partners for their unlimited support and effort throughout the year, Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars hosted the annual media Iftar at The Pool Garden. Iftar was followed by Shisha, Ramadan drinks and pastries by the pool. All the invitees expressed their admiration for the warm welcome and the great service. The good vibes and delicious Egyptian food made it impossible for anyone to leave without a smile across their face.

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On Spot Som3a Basha Hosts a Nostalgic Ramadan Night to Remember!

The Cairo Marriott & Omar El Khayyam Casino held its annual customer sohour at Som3a Basha. Set in the heart of the Patio, at the khedivial gardens of the palace and splendid marble fountains, Som3a Basha enabled the crowd to experience nostalgia with Ayamna El Helwa band sending glorious vibes. The Sohour was attended by a selective group of publishers and media personnel representing the top media scene in Egyptin addition to loyal hotel customers.

Orange’s Annual Sohour Gathering

Orange hosted its annual Sohour gathering in a fun-filled ambiance. Attendees included prominent media figures, where they enjoyed Ramadan’s authentic vibes and mouthwatering delights.

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Starwood Egypt’s Annual Ramadan Media Sohour Event Starwood Hotels & Resorts Egypt lately organized a special Media sohour in honor of all media journalists/ bloggers & influencers who gave support to its hotels all over Egypt and helped enhance the business through mutual cooperation and constant collaboration and support throughout 2016.The Ramadan Sohour that was organized at Shahrazad tent around the pool terrace at Le Meridien Cairo Airport has been attended by a large number of key media personnel.

Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski held a luscious oriental Sohour by it’s stunning pool Around 500 media, celebrities press figures & business partners attended this special event and enjoyed the breath taking view along with what you can easily describe as the best cuisine in town. During Sohour, the guests enjoyed an oriental Moulid theme where they were entertained by live music and performances and many of them had the chance to win valuable prizes from Kempinski Hotels around the globe.

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On Spot Dusit Thani LakeView Sohour Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo hosted a remarkable Sohour whereby the hotel’s corporate clients, travel agents and top media guests came together to experience an exquisite Sohour at Dusit’s Tanoura Tent. Guests enjoyed an amazing ambiance overlooking the pool while savoring delectable sohour delights, oriental grills, wide range of flavored shisha and enjoyed the tunes of Takht Sharky in addition to the famous Tanoura show. Football fans had the chance to watch the Euro 2016 live at Tanoura tent.

Sonesta Hotel, Tower & casino – Cairo hosted its Annual Ramadan Sohour In a very special Ramadan ambiance, Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino hosted a memorable Sohour gathering. The night was enhanced by the vocals of our star at (MBC THE VOICE kids) Suhaila Bahgat. All of our honored guests had enjoyed the tasty selection of traditional sohour dishes, special Shisha flavors and the entertaining live entertainment.

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On Spot Launch of Welad El Zawaat at the Clubhouse Terrace at the JW Marriot Cairo This Ramadan, JW Marriott Hotel Cairo pulled off all the stops for the launch of Welad El Zawaat. The city’s socialites were invited to a lavish sohour at the clubhouse Terrace. The launch party featured a toothsome Lebanese dishes, delectable desserts and endless range of flavored Shisha, in addition to the entertaining live performance of the authentic Takhat. Guests enjoyed different kinds of entertainment including: Backgammon, Xbox and screened Euro cup matches.

A Remarkable Sohour at JW Marriot Cairo JW Marriott Cairo hosted a grand Sohour for its regular patrons who included top Corporate Accounts, Travel agents, Media figures and JW Charms Ladies Society celebrating the great achievements for the year 2016. The Sohour was held at Layaly Mirage with the breathtaking views of “The Beach”. Invitees enjoyed the exquisite tastes of hot and cold mezzas, oriental grills, delectable desserts and an endless range of flavored shisha. In addition to live performance of the famous singer Bahaa Sultan.

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