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In this issue we introduce you to Amaal Nuux - the Songbird of Africa. We interviewed Amira Behbehani - an avid Kuwaiti artist. We also met Dr. Abdulrazzaq an internationally recog-nized board certified spine surgeon who has over 15 years of experience.

The feature on Zeri Crafts by Laila Al-Hamad and Fatima Al-Sabah is a must read. Another interesting feature by Ayeshah Al-Humaidhi and John Peaveler - There is hope is truly an eye opener.

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Marrying craftsmanship and design

Al-Hamad was intrigued by the burgeoning crafts industries, particularly in Laos and Cambodia: “by investing in

modern design, artisans in these countries updated their crafts in such a fresh way; they filled an important gap in the market. It was a win-win for countries both culturally and economically.”

Laila Al-Hamad and Fatima Al-Sabah

“Marrying craftsmanship and design - as a recipe to preserve culture and create economic growth - is

what drew my attention while working on economic development in East Asia” says Laila Al-Hamad,

founder of Zeri Crafts, a new Kuwaiti brand that aspires to reinterpret and modernize Gulf handicrafts.


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To find out more: visit: www.zericrafts.com

e-Mail: [email protected] .

This interest lingered in her mind, and in 2007, she came up with the idea of developing something similar for the countries of the Gulf. Being an importer of ideas and culture - triggered in great part by the rapid modernization process in the post-oil discovery period, Gulf countries have lagged in their efforts to preserve craft heritage. With few incentives to thrive and limited demand for their crafts, Gulf artisans - from basket weavers to wood-workers have become a rare breed.

In 2010, Zeri Crafts was born. The brand aspires to to reinterpret the rich-ness of Gulf handicrafts by modernizing crafts using contemporary design, fine craftsmanship and exclusive materials. When asked about the company’s name, Al-Hamad responded “The word “zeri” was chosen for its cultural familiarity and symbolism. Zeri refers to the gold thread historically used to adorn clothing in the Gulf, especially women’s thobes (traditional gowns) and men’s bishts (ceremonial cloaks). Zeri thread conveys beauty, lightness, and continuity. This symbolism is at the heart of the brand. The thread is used to connect past, present and future. And just as zeri “adds life” to a black thobe, so too is the company trying to breathe life into our craft heritage.”

In May of 2012, Zeri Crafts launched its first collection of unique handwoven silk textiles inspired by Sadu, the traditional weaving of the desert. “The textiles took two years to develop” says Al-Hamad. “In a way, the process - long and rigorous - was a homage to Sadu weaving, a bedouin art-form that illustrates the tough life and creative souls of bedouin women.” In 2010, Zeri Crafts sponsored a textile-design competition with the Cardiff School of Art & Design’s Textile department, with the aim of creating modern interpretations of Sadu. The winning designs were subsequently translated into Zeri Crafts’ first line of textiles.

“The textiles -- shawls, table runners and cushions -- convey the beauty of Sadu but in a contemporary light. The pieces are all hand-woven in silk, a light and airy fabric that is fit for modern living. As each symbol and pattern carries meaning, we made sure to accentuate the beauty of Sadu patterns as a way of conveying culture”, says Al-Hamad. The two patterns that feature prominently in the textiles are Uwairjan, two-toned triangles that are simple and timeless, and Midhkhar, an equally charming but more complex pattern

that includes the two-toned triangles and diamond patterns. The designs were skillfully brought to life in the renowned weaving atelier of Carol Cassidy and Lao Textiles, with whom Zeri Crafts collaborated.

The company also launched a modern version of the Mubkhar, designed by award winning designer Nedda El-Asmar, “The mubkhar plays such a crucial role in our culture, it conveys the warmth and hospitality that Gulf countries are known for. We wanted to give the vessel the elegance it deserves, an ob-ject that combines beauty, utility, and culture,” says Al-Hamad. By the sound of it, this seems like the beginning of a promising venture and an exciting cultural journey for this young Kuwaiti company.


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Gulf Bank Rekindles Ramadan Spirit by putting a Girgai'an smile on patients’ faces

Gulf Bank staff recently visited the first four hospitals as part of their annual visits to children’s hospital units associated with Kuwait Association for the Care of Children in Hospitals (KAACH), to share the joys of girgai’an with them. Hospital visits include: Ibn Sina, Amiri, NBK, Farwaniya, Al Razi, Zain, and Jahra Hospital.

These visits create an authentic Ramadan ambience for children, giving them a chance to enjoy Ramadan, offering them bags filled with Girgai’an treats, in addition to several activities including face painting, henna, hair braiding, as well as interaction with various superheroes from The 99 comic books.

Gulf Bank is committed to maintaining its position as part of Kuwait’s integral social fabric and the Bank perceives such visits as a moral obligation to delivering great spiritual support to these young patients.


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The Gratitude DrugWhen I started out writing this article I had the biggest writer’s block. I had all these ideas in my head, yelling at me “write about this”, “write about that”. It was a classical tug of war with every idea wanting to take precedence over the other. And then it hit me. I am feeling grateful. I am grateful for this opportunity to be writing in the CityPages magazine and reaching out to readers in my beloved Kuwait. So why not write about gratitude? As a life coach, many of my clients come to me with a specific goal. This goal is to be happy. I get asked this over and over again. “How can I be happy?” “How can I have a happy marriage?” “How can I lead a happy existence?” The question is overwhelming but the answer is quite simple; be grateful! Denis Waitley says “Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn, or consumed, happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude.”

Now you might be asking, how is it that being grateful will lead to me being happy? It is quite simple really. When you are focusing on your feeling of gratitude you shift yourself from a place of scarcityand short-age to a place of abundance. You realize that you have so much to be thankful and grateful for. Needless to say that gratitude is one of the most positive feelings which brings with it joy and happiness. Honestly, take it from me, as a life coach I will let you in on a secret. Grateful people make better friends, better spouses, better co-workers, better leaders. When you focus on your feeling of gratitude and know specifi-cally what you are grateful for, you will feel as if you made peace with the world.

How to be grateful?

So how do you take this drug I call gratitude? Here are the instructions: Think it, feel it, DO IT!

When you want to learn a new skill, like swimming, what do you do? You have to get in a pool and practice, practice, practice. The same is true to thankfulness and gratitude. Here are some basic steps:

l Make it a daily practice. Just before you go to sleep every night, think of at least one positive thing that happened that you are grateful for. What an amazingly positive way to end the day!

l Share it with your partner. Share with your partner everyday, some-thing that he/she did that made you feel grateful, or that helped make your day a little easier. This will not only help with you being happier, it will make your relationship a better one too. A great-added bonus!

l Post one gratitude Tweet each day. Making it public and putting it out in the open is a great way to help you feel grateful and share it with the world.

l Do it with your family. Choose one meal a day, where you go around the table asking each one of your family members to share one thing they are grateful for today. It is a great way to start the meal on a positive note, AND a wonderful way to make conversation at the table.

Some examples of things you could be grateful for right now:

l Be grateful for the hug your daughter gave you before you went to work this morning; it made you feel loved.l Be grateful to the amazingly supportive parents you have; they make you feel like you can conquer the world. l Be grateful to the sun shining today; not only does it warm your office, it also warms your heart a little.

And just before I let you go, remember; don't wait for a specific thing to happen to be grateful... Just be grateful for everything you have now. When you are in this frame of mind, you will find that quickly, the reasons will find you!

P.S. I would love to hear back from you so please feel free to drop me a line on my email: [email protected] or find me on FB: www.facebook.com/MilestonesCoaching or twitter: @MilestonesCoach

ZAHRA TAQICertified Professional Coach

President of Milestones Coaching


13August 2012

Employee MentoringCan you Be an

Effective Leader & Friend To YourEmployees?

In the great movie "A Bronx Tale," protégé Colagero asks the gang leader Sonny, "Is it better to be loved or feared?" Sonny replies, "That's a good question. It's nice to be both but it's very difficult. But if I had my choice, I'd rather be feared. Fear lasts longer than love."

When running a business, some entrepreneurs don't know how to act. Some think they get the best results when they are feared. Others want to be loved, but are concerned with being seen and/or becoming a pushover.

In either case, including variations of each (e.g., you desire to be slightly feared), entrepreneurs who run companies must mentor their employees in order to get them to excel.

Typically, when people think of mentoring, two things come to mind-someone outside your company showing you the ropes, or some kind of apprenticeship pro-gram. However, I believe you can and should be a mentor and friend to your own employees and team, and not just a boss. This article will show you what mentoring is, why it works, and who in your organization you should spend time mentoring.

My favorite definition of mentoring was created by Bozeman and Feeney, who de-fined it as "a process for the informal transmission of knowledge, social capital, and the psychosocial support perceived by the recipient as relevant to work, career, or professional development.

Mentoring entails informal communication, usually face-to-face and during a sus-tained period of time, between a person who is perceived to have greater relevant knowledge, wisdom, or experience (the mentor) and a person who is perceived to have less (the protégé)."

So How Do I Mentor My Team Members?A leader who is also a mentor cares about their protégés and teammates, and approaches work from the eyes of a servant, not a commander. They know that educating and improving the skills of individual team members will help them and their company be happier, more productive, and more successful.

Mentoring also adds a degree of friendship and affection to the workplace. This makes work a lot more pleasant for all employees, and also makes for a work environment that is more conducive to learning, admitting mistakes, and personal growth.

To mentor someone, you should invest time with them one-on-one in order to:

1) Teach them their job position's skills

2) Assess what they need to improve and measure their growth

3) Infuse leadership in them, so they are more empowered to solve problems and figure things out on their own without waiting for your answers.

Why the Need for Mentoring?

Mentoring has been shown to have a positive effect on one's career. One study by Gerard Roche (1979) found that mentored employees were more satisfied with their work and careers than their non-mentored counterparts.

It has also been found that mentoring facilitates the socialization of new hires into the organization, reduces turnover, minimizes mid-career adjustments, and enhances the transfer of the entrepreneur or business owner's vision, knowledge, and values.

These are the exact things you want - better, happier, more skilled employees who are committed to the vision of your company! This is why mentoring is such a high-leverage practice to include in your leadership activities.

Who Should be Mentored?The traditional wisdom is to invest the most support and training in your best and brightest employees. But Delong & Vijayaraghavan (2003) reported that it's a wiser move to support the large middle-base (your team's B-players):

"Like all prize-winning supporting actors, B-players bring depth and stability to the companies they work for, slowly but surely improving both corporate performance and organizational resilience... They will never garner the most revenue or the biggest clients, but they also will be less likely to embarrass the company or flunk out... these players inevitably end up being the backbone of the organization."

This makes sense to me, however, I prefer to invest more in the hiring process so you only hire "A" players. Then, you can mentor your "A" players and turn them into "A+" players that allow you to dominate your market.

As the leader of your business, you are more than just the boss, the visionary, the founder, and CEO. You also play the role of coach and mentor for your team. Because you cannot mentor everyone in your company, particularly as it grows, choose 5 or so employees that you can comfortably mentor. And then have them mentor 5 employees beneath them. Etc.

At times in your business, you'll have to be a player yourself in order to score points, win the game, and get results. But over time, you'll see your time allocation changing to include less time spent "playing," and more time spent coaching and mentoring your players to perform under your direction.


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Mad Woman andthe Little Pirate

It was typically dusty day in Kuwait when I met Pirate next to the trash can affront of my house. He just sat there, a fury ball of unhappiness, and looked at me

with his one big green eye. Even though his fur was disheveled and filthy, I could see that his coat below the dirt must have been fluffy; the only white spot surrounded the wide open green eye that pinned me down and the rest of his tiny mouse-size body was pitch black like a dark night. “What’s up, Pirate?” I asked while approach-ing the little thing. A loud “miau” greeted me and the little kitty ran towards me. It definitely liked the name, I thought. Next thing I knew, the tiny rascal was crawling up my left leg, its nails like thousand needles coming through the jeans and scratching the skin.

Hey, it obviously liked me too, I thought, or: rather screamed. I was being attacked by a kitten!!! But after my first shock I gently grabbed the fur ball with my hands and the wannabe cat gratefully bit me in the finger with its perfectly sharp teeth. Another “miau” and the green eye looked at me in full expectation. Taking a closer look I discovered that its other eye was shut and running tears – this little thing must be in pain! Suddenly I felt the black lump with the white dot purring in my arms and my heart melted away.

After saving him from the cruel streets, bringing him to the vet, having removed his injured eye, giving him his medication, required shots, groomed, fed, neutered, and brought to my home. Pirate was ready to enter the world of humans and leave the streets of Kuwait behind him. Unfortunately, that’s all he decided to leave behind; his bad street habits travelled with him into my life and the little rascal didn’t even think about it to change… Pirate was determined to chase down and destroy every mouse he could find, and he found them everywhere. As matter of fact, I am sure it was because of his one eye that he could not see that well and mixed up everything

and anything as a potential mouse that was about to get away from his merciless claws – the vase on the table was one among his first victims, the picture on the wall, the plant in the corner, and the curtains followed; this all in the first day I brought my tiny friend home and let him free in the living room.

All this happened six months ago. Since then, my life has been upside down as well as is my home – thanks to the little Pirate!! There are no paintings on the walls, no vases on the tables, no curtains decorating the windows. All my furniture is covered to protect it from fierce attacks by Pirate, who has grown to a beautiful young cat with a shiny fur and bold look in his sparkling green eye.

There are cat toys on the floors, tables, couches, on the top of the cupboards and cabinets, in sinks, and in the bathtub. Several cat trees and his kitty beds are spread in all the rooms so that he can choose where to play and to sleep. During the day this house belongs to Pirate and he knows what that means – wild runs and jumps and games and scratching and chasing after every real and imaginary mouse or rat the sparkling green eye can find.

The evenings belong to us both: the moment I get back home the fresh hooligan turns into a purring engine of peace and happiness and settles in my lap while watching television. Looking at the damaged furniture, broken glass, and destroyed fabric that decorated my perfect home months ago I must admit – I wasn’t that happy and satisfied with my life as I am now that I have Pirate as a roommate; I will always have my little friend with me, wherever I settle down in the future. Thank you Kuwait for this precious gift!


A Brush Stroke of GenuisAmira Behbehani, an avid artist, is one of the brightest gems on Kuwait’s art scene, having won acclaim

with her boundless creativity and original thoughts. Mesmerizing are her paintings in definite lines and

bold tints that contain a provocative intensity. You can perceive her philosophical view of significant

themes. Her work has been exhibited in prestigious Kuwait galleries such as Dar Al Fanoon and Sultan

Gallery and Tilal Gallery as well as FA Gallery. Cave In Realization is her most recent creation; a unique

perspective on art by means of putting a concept along with a theory and playing with mirrors and ob-

jects. With a distinct style, she has built a new experience for art lovers.

CityPages talked to this amazing artist about her personal growth and passion.

Please introduce yourself to our readers?My name is Amira Behbehani and I’m a Kuwaiti born painter. It never crossed my mind to become one, but life carried a lot of surprises for me and all were different from the ordinary.

Tell us about your education?I studied in a Kuwait government school until university. My major was Law and I loved it, but was unable to continue though I had only two more years to go. Certain situations in my life forced me to leave and later, I was married in a year.

When did you first realize your potential as an artist?Throughout my life, I was always interested in learning and wondered about every-thing around me. I love sewing, so in my spare time, especially at night, I get out my kit and start sewing. I learned it from my grandmother, I spent a lot of time with her so I was either cooking or sewing.

On the other hand, I loved to pretend I was a teacher when I played alone in the

backyard of our house. When everyone was taking a nap, I imaged I was the teacher in front of students, writing on the board, going through the books as if revising the last lesson we had. It was fun.

Being in a teacher's role made me love stationary, I collect pencils and pens till today.

By the age of 12, I realized I was more interested in drawing and painting. My first painting was when I was around this age and then, I painted another one when I was in my teens.

Which artists have influenced you?I love the works of Francis Bacon, Henri Matisse, Lucian Freud and Henry Moore.

What are your preferred materials to work with?Now I am into oils and inks. I started painting with oil paint and stopped, got into Acrylic ink, but I honestly love oil for its richness and weight. I love painting with a brush full of heavy oil paint. The way it strokes the canvas is a wonder.

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Could you tell us some more about your paintings?Well, I started painting building and figures; I had a theory and a concept behind them. Today I am still into figures, but mostly they are in an Abaya out of respect for my grandmother, whom I lost in 2008, and the mo-tifs I draw became a part of me and by coincidence they came out sometime around 2008.

There has always been a concept behind my exhibi-tions; I have a message to deliver. I don't paint for the sake of painting; I paint to deliver my inner feelings and self to the world. I want everyone to know what I go through. I know I am not the only one who is go-ing through it. In a way, my type of work will make the viewer feel all those emotions that have been inside me such as sadness, the pain of losing a dear one or being hurt by the closest person around you. Com-mon emotions we go through, so it’s not only me who wonders about these feelings, I want the world to see it and feel it.

How have you handled the business side of being an artist?I can be a good marketer for others but never for my-self. I have realized that I never dream to be or wish to be a marketer. I do sometimes want something but I never dream or plan for it, but by the time I realize that God has opened the door for me, I have reached somewhere in my life I had never thought of reaching. It also falls on my paintings. I never think I want to do this because I want to sell. I make sure I have the right idea and the right gallery to exhibit and the rest is in God’s hand.

Describe your studio?My studio is the place where I disappear to even if I am surrounded by many people. It’s my humble place where I can wash dishes and paint at the same time.

What inspires you to paint and how do you motivate yourself to stay strong when things are tough?It’s very hard to answer this question especially now, because I am suffering from it for the time being. I can't describe it now but maybe when I’m inspired and you ask, I could tell you what it is. I kind of feel like I’m in a desert and it is so dry and I’m restless.

What are the best and worst things about being a full- time artist?The best thing is being full and the worst time is when you are empty. You have nothing to offer yourself. You lack the inspiration to create.

Which of your own paintings do you love the most and why?I love all of my work; but some have a significant touch that reminds me of a certain occasion and time. They express a part of me that was taken away. There was one of my paintings that was sold in Bahrain, it was called Iran 1. It was about me and my grandmother taking an early morning walk in an area where our house used to be. I can still remember the smell and weather of that day and how protectively she held my hand. We all tend to miss this after a while when we grow older. It is a special memory that just seems like yesterday.

Could you talk about your latest series of paintings and what you are trying to achieve with them?For the time being, I am working on two pieces I was commissioned to do, they are both in different direc-tions and sizably big. I go to the studio daily and try to work on them; unfortunately - like I said-I am kind of in a dry spell these days.

Where have you travelled for your work?I have been to Beirut, Paris, Istanbul, Qatar, Dubai and Bahrain.

How long does it take to complete a painting at an average? Which painting took the most of your time to complete?It all depends on the idea and the medium that you are using, I have paintings that were done in a day, and others in months. The longest one took almost five years to complete, it was 365x240 cm called ‘The Journey’, in which I painted everything about my jour-ney in life and being in my studio for the past 6 years.

What do you do for fun?I like to go for walks, walking stimulates my mind espe-cially when the weather is cloudy. I love clouds and sit-ting in a park and wondering, or walking on the beach in the winter time in Kuwait. I like to go to the gym in my spare time, do some exercises to let the blood run to my brain. Aside from this I enjoy music, reading and watching movies. Movies sometimes have a great impact on me.

What advice would you give to an artist just starting out?Freedom is your key to your expression. Let go and be free.

Your message for us at CityPages MagazineI honestly thank you for giving me this opportunity and I wish you all the success and good luck.

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إن العيد هو وقت الفرح واالحتفال والتجديد. وهو أيضاُ الوقت الذي يظهر فيه اجلميع بأفضل طلة، السيما السيدات. قبل العيد، حترص السيدات على شراء

ثياب جديدة واالستعداد بإطاللة حديثة تظهر بها في هذه املناسبة العائلية. ومبا أن املظهر املتجدد اليكتمل إال بتألق الشعر والذي هو تاج اجلمال، البد من أن توليه

عناية خاصة. فتجديدتسريحة ولون الشعر هي من أساسيات االحتفال بالعيد في التقاليد العربية.

إن شعر املرأة العربية هو من أهم مقومات جمالها؛ لذلك حترص على اختيار املستحضرات التي تعتني به حتى أثناء صبغه، للحفاظ على شعر كثيف ولونغني

المع. وغارنييه كولور ناتشرلزحتترم ذلك وتتفهمه، و لذلك تقدم أفضل حل للسيداتالالتى ترغنب في شعر مغذى و لون أروع.

غارنييه كولور ناتشرلزتتعامل مع الشعر بأسلوبخاص ومتنحه لون طبيعي والمع مع تغطية %100 للشعر األبيض.كما حتترم طبيعته وتغذيه بفضل كمية زيت

الزيتون املضاعفة في تركيبة الصبغة، فتعتني بالشعر وتغذيه أثناء صبغه لتحصلي على نتائج أفضل. حتتوي عبوة غارنييه كولر ناتشورالز أيضاً على بلسم

ما بعد الصبغة غني بزيت الزيتون ليغذي و يحمي الشعر بعد صبغه ويحافظ على اللون.

يريخبراء غارنييه أناللون الطبيعي املوحد للشعر هو أحدث صيحات املوضة ملوسم العيد القادم، ومجموعة العيد بدرجاتها الرائعة ستساعد كل امرأة أن تتبع املوضة

وتظهر بإطاللة أروع!

بفضل غارنييه كولور ناتشرلز، سيكون بإمكان السيدات احلصول على لون شعر جميل، غني وتغطية كاملة للشعر األبيض دون ترك منازلهمأو الذهاب إلى صالون

التجميل واالنتظار لساعات للحصول على اللون الذي يردن ببساطة، ميكنهم أن يختاروا درجة اللون املفضلة من مجموعة العيد وجتدد إطاللتهم باتباع أسلوب

خبراء غارنييه كولور ناتشرلز لتلوين الشعر في املنزل في خطوات بسيطة:

1. قومي بتلوين شعرك قبل العيد بأسبوع على األقل.

2. ليكن الشعر جاف وغير مغسول. اقرئي التعليمات املرفقة بالعبوة بدقة لتحصلي على نتيجة أفضل ولون يدوم طويالً.

3. اخلطي محتويات أنبوب الصبغة ومظهر اللون جيداً في وعاء خاص باستخدام فرشاة الصبغة.

4. إن قوام صبغة غارنييه كولور ناتشرلز خفيف وسهل اخللط. فهو ليس سميك مثل الكرمي وليس خفيف وسائل، لذلك لن تتساقط الصبغة من على الشعر أثناء االستخدام. كما أن توزيعها خالل الشعر لتغطية كل خصله غاية في السهولة،

مما يجعل عملية تلوين الشعر في املنزل عملية سلسة وممتعة .

5. بعد غسل الصبغة من على الشعر، يجب استخدام البلسم املغذي على كل الشعر من اجلذور إلى األطراف و تدليكه خالل الشعر جيداً، و ذلك لتغذية الشعر و

تثبيت اللون.

6. يُنصح بعدم غسل الشعر ملدة 24 ساعة بعد صبغه. والبد من استخدام شامبو وبلسم مخصصني للشعر املصبوغ، مثل غارنييه فروكتيس كولور الست.

مثل معظم النساء في العالم العربي، تستعد الفنانة احلسناء هند صبري، سفيرة غارنييه كولور ناتشرلز، الستقبال العيد بتجديد لون شعرها. تقول معلقة،

"لتكتمل طلتي هذا العيد، اخترت لون 5.3 من غارنييه كولور ناتشرلز، إنه لوني املفضل الذي

يغذي شعري ويجدد حيويته."

اآلن وقد عرفت سر لون الشعر اجلميل والصحي، ال تتأخري في جتديد

طلتك في موسم العيد وأشرقي بألوامنجموعة العيد من غارنييه

كولور ناتشرلز.

تتوفر مستحضرات غارنييهكولورناتشرلز

في جميع أسواق الهايبرماركت

والسوبرماركت الرائدة في دول اخلليج.

درجات إطاللة كل سيدة من خالل رائعة على إشراقة بإضفاء ناتشرلز العيد،تعد غارنييه كولور هذا ألوان الشعرمنمجموعة العيد.فالبني الغامق 3، البني الذهبي الفاحت 5.3، واألشقر الرمادي الفاحت 8.1 هي

الدرجات الثالثة املفضلة لدى السيدات في منطقة اخلليج.


21August 2012


Chanel’s fairytale haute couture make upChanel's 'New Vintage' fairytale for haute couture fall 2012 gave models icy silver shadow on the eyes contrasted by soft pink cheeks and lips. Conventional? No. A look you can create for yourself? Of course

When girly meets glamourous, you get Chanel’s vision for haute couture and gold-class luxury. The fairytale nostalgia at Chanel haute couture fall 2012 saw an unconventional marriage of smoky eyes and pink cheeks. Unusual? Yes. But do you expect any less from Karl Lagerfeld?

Creative Director of Chanel Make-up, Peter Philips, formulated the idea of creating something ‘new’ from the old, only adding to Lagerfeld’s theme of ‘New Vintage’ for this year’s haute couture show.

The look is as girly as it can be – soft blushed cheeks, shimmering eyes and dewy skin. But the roughness of silver and black on the eyelids contrasts the candy pink cheeks, making it edgy, modern and… new. And perfect for your fall 2012 makeup repertoire.

SkinFor the show, Philips prepped each model’s skin with a hydrating serum, just to make the make-up last longer and have it sustain a natural glow.

Skip a heavy-duty foundation for this look, and apply a hydrating tinted moisturiser instead. If you have any visible redness, dab a light-weight concealer cream only on the region. Philips used Chanel’s Correctuer Perfection on each model for the show.

CheekPhilips placed the blush “a bit higher than usual” for this particular look, to create an illusion of higher cheekbones. The soon-to-launch Chanel blush, Joues Contraste ‘Rose Initial’ was applied in an inverted slant across the apples of the cheeks, going all the way to the jaw-line.

Skip the bronzer and let the blush contour the cheeks with its pink hue.

EyesThese are the assets of the look, as all the drama and action is happen-ing right around the eyes.

The soft metallic smoky eyes, seen on Chanel models, have a tint of sil-very-blue, but feel free to use other metallic shades when imitating this look for yourself. Make sure the eyeshadow isn’t too shimmery or glittery. Philips used Chanel’s Ombre Essentielle single palette in Furtive shade.

Tip: Stick to one shade of metallic: either silver, bronze or gold, and apply the colour as an outline of the shape of your eye. Essentially, you want your eyes to have an outer, metallic lining. Don’t miss the tear ducts and the outer rim of the eye.

Apply a thick layer of eyeliner on the top lid, as well as the waterline, as this will contrast the metallic eyeshadow. Create a mini flick using on the outer edge the eye for definition. Le stylo Yeux Waterproof eyeliner was used backstage for the runway show.

Tip: If you have a steady hand, use liquid or cream-based eyeliner for the top lid and a kohl pencil for the waterline.

Create the final silhouette for the eyes by adding a few dashes of mascara on the top lashes only. The eyeliner is super heavy in this look, so you might be able to get away by only curling the lashes and skipping the mascara.

LipsFinish this look with a neutral tint on the lips; think peachy pink colours when picking a shade to contrast the intense smoky eyes. Philips applied Rouge Allure lipstick in Evanescente on each model at the show.

23August 2012

5 perfumes men love on a womanWhile fragrances can do much for our own confidence, our mood and our imagination, there are times when we want to dust a little scent on our wrists with the knowledge that it'll also appeal to those around us. When it comes to a woman attracting a man, certain scents float to the top of the seduction list. Here are five of our picks

Miss Dior Eau Fraiche Lumiere Noire by Maison

Francis Kurkdjian

Amouage Honour WomanBalenciaga Paris

Molecule 01


املتماثلة، اخلضراء العناصر من اثنني من يتكون الذي الزهم وفائض األوساخ من املسام تنظيف أجل فمن 5 أو6 ثمرات من قومي مبزج ملعقتني من العسل مع العنب املهروسة، ثم ضعي القناع على وجهك واتركيه يقوم مبعاجلته لفترة ال تقل عن 25 أو 30 دقيقة، وبعد ذلك قومي بشطف الوجه باملاء الفاتر، وانتظري فتأثير من قليلة جلسات بعد واضحا سيكون االنتعاش

التجميل.

قناع األفوكادو واجلزريجب البحث عن قناع يناسب جميع أنواع البشرة؟ هذا وميكنه لبشرتك، احلياة يعيد سوف بالتأكيد العالج

تطهير بشرتك في حلظة واحدة.

إال احلصول على وعاء متوسط احلجم ومزج ما عليك أفوكادو ثمرة نصف مع ومهروسة مطبوخة جزرة الزيتون، زيت (، وملعقة طعام من ) مهروسة ناضجة ال لفترة واتركيه وجهك على القناع بوضع قومي ثم تقل عن 20 دقيقة، ومن ثم قومي بشطفه باملاء الفاتر.

قناع األفوكادو والعسليوفر أفضل عالج باعتباره األفوكادو استخدام يفضل

لبشرتك مضادات األكسدة الضرورية.

متوسطة أفوكادو ثمرة لهرس الشوكة استخدمي احلجم، ثم قومي مبزجها مع ملعقة شاي من العسل، نظفي وجهك من األوساخ وأي عوامل أخرى حرة ومن يعالج القناع واتركي بشرتك، على القناع ضعي ثم وذلك دقيقة، و20 15 الوقت ما بني لفترة من بشرتك ثم ومن املرجوة، النتيجة على حصولك من للتأكد

قومي بغسل وجهك باملاء الفاتر.

قناع العسل وجنب الريكوتااملكونات من الرائع املزيج هذا باستخدام عليك أو جلدية اضطرابات أي نفسك لتجنيب الطبيعية وعاء باستخدام قومي باهتة، بشرة على احلصول العسل من كبيرتني ملعقتني خللط احلجم متوسط مع ¼ كوب من جبنة الريكوتا، وتذكري، يجب أن يكون مثالي قوام على للحصول السيولة فائق العسل وضع ثم ومن وجهك بتنظيف قومي ثم للمعجون، احلساسة. األجزاء أنحاء جميع في بالتساوي القناع اتركي القناع ملدة تتراوح بني 15 و20 دقيقة، ثم اغسليه

باملاء الدافئ.

االستمتاع على للحصول النصائح بعض وإليكم الكبير في الهواء الطلق مع حماية اجللد والعيون من

أضرار أشعة الشمس:

1. وضع كرمي واق من الشمس مع عامل حماية ال يقل عن %30 كل يوم، حتى في األيام امللبدة بالغيوم، و حتى الهواء في الوقت من الكثير إلنفاق ال تخطط عندما يعتبر يوميا الشمس من احلماية كرمي فوضع الطلق، أمرا ضروريا؛ ألن ما يصل إلى ٪80 من التعرض ألشعة من عليه حتصل كالذي عرضيا أمرا يعتبر الشمس املشي أو تناول الطعام خارج وجبة الغداء، وإذا كنت ال ترغب في وضع كرمي حماية من الشمس نقي، فعليك من والتأكد حماية، نسبة على يحتوي مرطب جتربة

وضعك ملا يكفي منه .

2. استخدام واق من الشمس واسع الطيف مينع نوعي بي في )يو و ) أيه في يو ( البنفسجية فوق األشعة أيضا هناك يكون أن ينبغي املثالية الناحية فمن ،(يتسبب ال بحيث ونونكوميدوغينيك هيبوالرجينيك انسداد أو جلدي بطفح الشمس ألشعة التعرض

ملسامك ويسبب لك ظهور حب الشباب.

كثيف بشكل الشمس من الواقي كرمي وضع .3

يكفي ملا من وضعك متأكد غير فإذا كنت ومتكرر؛ فعليك تبديله بآخر يحتوي على نسبة حماية عالية، عليك الشمس من احلماية عامل عن النظر وبغض وضع الواقي من الشمس بعد بضع ساعات، فمعظم فعالية أكثر تكون الطيف واسعة الشمس واقيات منعها من ب( ( البنفسجية فوق األشعة منع في لألشعة فوق البنفسجية ) أ (، ولذلك حتى لو كنت لم حتصل على حروق من الشمس فإنه ميكن لألشعة مرئي غير ضررا تسبب تبقى أن البنفسجية فوق

لبشرتك.

ساعة كل الشمس من احلماية كرمي وضع إعادة .4ففي التعرق، أو السباحة بعد ساعتني أو ونصف الشمس املباشرة يجب وضع كرمي حماية من الشمس يحتوي على نسبة عالية من الـ ) اس بي اف (، مثل استخدام يجب الرياضة لعب وعند .30% نسبة ولكن للعرق، ومقاوم للماء، الشمس مقاوم واق من ونصف الكرمي كل ساعة وضع في االستمرار عليك

أو ساعتني.

5. اتخاذ فترات راحة متكررة، فأشعة الشمس أقوى ما تكون بني الـ 10 صباحا والـ 16 عصرا وخالل تلك الداخل الساعات عليك احلصول على فترة راحة في من جديد اخلروج قبل الوقت من لفترة الظل في أو

والتعرض ألشعة الشمس.

ونظارات شمسية حافة ذات قبعة بارتداء قومي .6توفر ما يقرب من ٪100 من احلماية ضد األشعة فوق

البنفسجية.


25August 2012

الكثيرون ينتظرون الصيف للحصول على لون برونزي جميل، والذهاب للتمشي على الشواطئ وقضاء أجمل األوقات في حمامات السباحة، وللوصول إلى ذلك ال بد من التعرض ألشعة الشمس

لتحقيق لون تان مثالي.

الدباغة عليك قضاء بضع إلى جناح أو إلى حوض السباحة والتوجه ارتداء بدلتك ولكن قبل دقائق ملعرفة بعض احلقائق حول بشرتك وتعرضها للشمس، وهذه املعلومات ميكن أن تساعدك

في احلصول على الشكل الذي تريد من دون تعريض البشرة ملشاكل أنت في غنى عنها.

كيف حتدث الدباغةفوق األشعة من نوعني على الشمس أشعة حتتوي البنفسجية التي تصل إلى بشرتك وهي ) يو في أيه ( و ) يو في بي(، تقوم اشعة ) يو في بي ( بحرق الطبقات أما الشمس، في حروق تتسبب مما البشرة من العليا التان الناس التي متنح االشعة ( فهي أيه يو في ( الـ من السفلى الطبقات تخترق وهي ،) األسمر اللون (املشغل الصباغية اخلاليا عليها يطلق حيث البشرة، الذي البني الصباغ هو وامليالنني امليالنني، مادة إلنتاج

يسبب الدباغة.

احلرق، من اجللد حلماية اجلسم وسيلة امليالنني يعد فالناس ذوو البشرة الداكنة يكون التان لديهم بشكل خالياهم ألن الفاحتة؛ البشرة أصحاب من عمقا أكثر عدم بسبب ولكن امليالنني، من املزيد تنتج الصباغية أو هي محمي أنه هو يعني ال الشخص فهذا احتراق

ضد سرطان اجللد أو غيره من املشاكل اجللدية.

اجلوانب السلبية للدباغة قد متنحك أشعة ) يو في أيه ( التان، ولكنها ميكن أيضا ) أيه في يو ( الـ ألن وذلك خطرة؛ أمراضا تسبب أن

تخترق أعماق اجللد أكثر من األشعة ) يو في بي (.

أما أشعة ) يو في أيه ( فيمكن أن تذهب طول الطريق من خالل البشرة احملمية إلى األدمة، حيث توجد األوعية يو في ( األشعة فإن وبسبب هذا واألعصاب، الدموية أيه ( قد تسبب ضررا لنظام املناعة لدى الشخص، مما وقد األمراض، على جسده محاربة الصعب من يكون

يؤدي ذلك إلى أمراض خطرة مثل السرطان .

حروق الشمس مثل متاما يبدو قد الشمس عن بعيدا البقاء إن اجلواب املنطقي الوحيد، ولكن من يريد أن يعيش مثل معقول بشكل بالشمس للتمتع فاملفتاح السجني؟ الشمس أشعة من احلماية بني توازن إيجاد في هو الطائرة الكرة مثل الكبير الصيفية األنشطة وتلك

الشاطئية والسباحة .

تأثير تغير أو متنع التي الشمس من احلماية فكرميات أفضل من واحدة تعتبر الضارة الشمس أسعة دون من حتميك ألنها الشمس؛ أضرار ضد الدفاعات التدخل في راحتك ومستويات النشاط، انتبه إلى رقم يكون الذي ) اف بي اس ( الشمس من احلماية عامل احلماية مستوى يبني فهو الشمس، من الواقي على من األشعة ) يو في بي ( التي يوفرها، كما توفر كرميات احلماية التي حتتوي على نسبة عالية من ) اس بي اف (

املزيد من الدفاع ضد أشعة الشمس الضارة.

املكونات الطبيعية معرفتها عليك التي األشياء بعض عليك سنعرض أشعة أضرار جتنب في بالرغبة األمر يتعلق عندما

الشمس :

املستخدمة احليوية املضادات مثل األدوية، بعض إن لعالج حب الشباب وحبوب منع احلمل ميكن أن تزيد من احلساسية للشمس ، اسأل طبيبك عما إذا كان لألدوية

اخلاصة بك أي تأثير وهذا ما يجب عليك فعله.

أي أفضل طريقة الستبعاد الطبيعية املكونات تعتبر ضرر قد يصيب بشرتنا بسبب أشعة الشمس، وللتأكد من تدليلك لبشرتك بالعالج الصحي عليك النظر في

األساليب وهذه الصنع، محلية للوجه قناع وصفات خاليا وتنشيط املسام لتطهير الزمن اختبار اجتازت

اجللد التي يجب أن تكون في مرجع جمالك.

وما عليك إال التحقق من بعض أبسط الصفات التي الصحي التوهج على احملافظة مع جتربتها ميكنك

والطبيعي لبشرتك .

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25August 2012

I just had the chance to interview Dr. Abdulrazzaq A. Al-Obaid a Consultant Orthopedic and Spine

Surgeon. Dr. Abdulrazzaq is an internationally recognized board certified spine surgeon who has

over 15 years of experience in the field of medicine and 10 years out of that in spine surgeries. He

is well known as one of Kuwait’s Top Spine Surgeon and has an excellent success rate to his credit.

Despite his busy schedule, he is regularly invited internationally to speak at seminars and confer-

ences. Dr. Abdulrazzaq has several first’s to his name, including the first to introduce artificial disc

technology to the middle-east and he is the only Spine Surgeon in Kuwait to use computer-guided

navigation for spine surgery. I was lucky to get some time out of his busy schedule to know more

about him and the latest advancements in Spine Surgery

Please tell us about your education?Graduated from Kuwait University - Faculty of medicine. Then continued post-Grad-uate education at McGill University - Montreal - Canada and joined their residency program in Orthopedics which is a five years program after which I got my post-graduate degree in Orthopedics and after passing the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, final exam I received my degree. I then continued my subspecialty training and fellowship for two years in Spine surgery including spinal trauma, de-formities (Pediatric), degenerative, and tumors. This was followed by one year fel-lowship in Neurosurgery - spine, at the Montreal Neurologic Institute.

When and Why did you decide to join the medical field?I knew earlier in my life that my dream would be to become a doctor and to help sick people get better. For example during childhood, I used to play the role of a doctor. So it was my dream since childhood and I worked hard in school that I could join the medical school. My parents provided me with the optimal environment and helped me throughout my school years to make sure I would have all the support and environment to achieve this dream.

Why did you choose Orthopedic Spine Surgery as your spe-cialization?Actually Orthopedics was not in my mind at all. I always thought of Orthopedics as those doctors who apply casts and put injured patients in traction beds. I knew from the early years of medical school that I liked to work with my hands. I liked surgery as a specialty. After graduation from medical school I wanted to explore the surgical specialties. One of my senior surgeons advised me to explore Orthopedics. He told that this field is growing up fast with new techniques and procedures. What is special about it is the fact that you cannot hide your mistakes. You will know the result of surgery as soon as you finish your surgery. You can tell the difference between a skillful surgeon and non-professional. Everything can be seen by x-ray, you cannot hide it. Moreover, there is a big demand on orthopedic surgeons worldwide and specially in Kuwait. So I joined an Orthopedic rotation at Al-Razi hospital where I was

supervised by Dr. Ahmad AlRowieh who encouraged me to continue Post-graduate training in orthopedics. At that time there was huge demand for orthopedic sur-geons.

After finishing orthopedics I continued in spine surgery, which is a specialty shared by orthopedic and neurosurgeons. I underwent both orthopedic and neurosurgical training and fellowships. It took me not less than eight years of training after my medical degree from the medical school. The post-graduate training was all done in North America, away from my country (Kuwait). My wife had to live up being away from home and her family. She provided me with all the support I needed to go through this challenging period of my life. I did not have to worry about anything other than my studies and training. I then choose Spine surgery because it was very challenging and advancing surgery. It is one of the few subspecialties that is growing really fast and with new technology and procedures every day. More over its very challenging as you are dealing with nervous system. Any mistake can mean paralysis. The results of surgery have a direct impact on the patient's life. Moreover, the advancing technology in spine surgery is growing every day. It requires continu-ous update and training.

What are some of the most common problems patients come to you with?Depending on age group, the most common in children is spinal deformity (scolio-sis). Every summer the operative list is fully booked with cases of scoliosis correc-tion surgery with excellent results. At the adult age group, the most common is disc disease whether in the neck where we use total disc replacement or in the back, where many times microscopic surgical disecectomy is required. At elderly group the most common is spinal stenosis and osteoporotic fracture. For the later, we use the latest technology of utilizing Kyphoplasty through balloon and cement augmented stents.

What other non-surgical options available for patients with spi-nal injuries?


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August 2012


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Physiotherapy, medication, and life style adjustment are among the main modalities of non surgical treat-ment. Sometimes we need injection to help speed up the recovery time, and to deliver the medication at the pathology site. This includes for example, epidural in-jections and foraminal nerve root blocks.

For how many years have you been per-forming spine surgeries?I have been practicing medicine for more than 15 years. Regarding spine surgery, for around ten years and we use the state of the art technology and up to date surgical techniques. I also participate as an International faculty, where I deliver lectures and train other spine surgeons from all across the world. I am also a Journal Reviewer and I review and score many international papers for publications or presentations.

What are factors that are considered be-fore deciding that surgical intervention is the only option?Many factors are involved. First the diagnosis has to be confirmed. Identifying the pain generator is the major challenge. We always start with non-surgical approach. Many respond and do not require further surgical intervention. Some fail to do so and require surgical intervention either to decompress the neural elements or stabilize the spine or both. Patient education is very important. The patient has to try to change their life style and help with exercise. Obviously, surgery is no magic. If you continue o have the same lifestyle, and do not work hard on exercise and physiotherapy, then the results are no good. Patient's expectations are another important factor. You don't expect to become younger after surgery.

What is a common misconception peo-ple have about spine surgeries?The most common is that the patient think that spine surgery has bad results and many get paralyzed. This was true in the olden days, but not now. Although neu-rologic injuries should be considered , but these are not common.

What is your success rate for patients with spine injuries?The success rate is excellent and is comparable with the published international numbers. Depending on the condition being treated and the complexity of the case, the results are encouraging and the technique and technology utilized is also matching the Interna-tional standards.

With how many assistants do you work with during an operation?Spine surgery is one of the bigger procedures requir-ing a highly specialized team including the surgeon and at least one assistant, an anesthesia doctor spe-cialized in spine cases, at least one scrubbed and one circulating nurse, and an x-ray technician. Depending

on the type of case, other professionals would be involved. For example, if we are using the computer guided spine surgery ( Navigation) then there will be a technical team dealing with the navigation machine. Another example is when we do complex deformity correction where neural monitoring would be required, then a specialist would be present for continuous nerve stimulation and monitoring during the case to ensure better results and to avoid nerve injury.

Can you tell us some of your most un-forgettable moments of your professional life?The life of a surgeon is very stressful and demanding. In spine surgery, you need to be alert all the time and be prepared to deal with any complications. It requires specific training. Every stage that you pass through during this is of special significant. The first day you are in the operating room, the first day you hold a knife, the first day you put a screw, the first day you do a case on your own, and so on. Just to give you an example on how difficult it is to be a surgeon, I can tell about the day when my wife was giving birth to our first child, this is an important event for any couple. Especially if it was the first child. At that day I had clini-cal duties, so I would come to my wife for 5-10 minutes hold her hand and try to give her some support but unfortunately, I will have to leave and come back later every hour because I was unable to leave my clinical duties. I think you would imagine what type of social life a spine surgeon would have?. But this is alright because you are helping people, but what hurts is that some patients do not appreciate that.

What is approximate cost of undergoing a spine surgery?Spine surgery is one of the most expensive surgeries for many reasons. Firstly, it requires special qualifica-tions and expertise. It is technically and physically de-manding. Moreover most of the time we use implants which are very expensive.

What is the duration of a typical surgery and which the longest surgery that you

have performed?Depending on the procedure it can go from one hour for microscopic discectomies to even 10 hours when you have a complex deformity. We even have sometime to stage the procedure into two stages at different set-ting.

What are your other hobbies?I used to like biking and water skiing. Now it is almost impossible with my clinical duties.

Tells us about some of your achieve-ments and awards that you have received?I am currently Chairing the Middle East region at the biggest International Spine Surgery Societies (AOS-pine). I am considered one of few faculties from the Middle East to deliver lectures at International con-ferences and to train other spine surgeons at Inter-national courses. I have my own surgical techniques published at peer-reviewed medical journals. I was the first to bring the artificial disc technology in the Middle East. I was the first to perform Kyphoplasty stent for osteoporotic fractures in the Middle East. I am the only spine surgeon in Kuwait who utilizes computer guided navigation for spine surgery. You can simply enter my name in the internet and perform a search and you will find my name is all over the place when it comes to spine surgery.

What are your goals/dreams for the fu-ture?I am already happy that we brought the level of ortho-pedic and spine surgery in Kuwait to a different level. My dream is to see the medical system the same as it is in the modern world. And maybe one day I can have my own center that will have the treatment of any musculoskeletal disease.

Do you have plans for further enhancing your qualifications?I think at my stage of training, there is no more qualifi-cations you can get. All what is needed now is to keep updated by attending conferences regularly and to train on new techniques.

What advice would you offer someone considering this career?You need to work hard, lots of reading, traveling and get trained at the best centers. Dedication is the key

Your message for our magazine?Thank you for taking the time to do this interview and I want to tell the people in Kuwait that when it comes to spine surgery everything is available here in Kuwait.

I want to tell the people in Kuwait that when it comes to spine surgery eve-rything is available here in Kuwait."


Let’s Continue Understanding the Weight Problem:

There is irrefutable scientific evidence that indicates that your body’s

• Energy expenditure

• Food preferences

• Weight gain

• and Appetite

Are all dependent upon three things,

1. Gut hormones

2. Fat cell hormones

3. Brain neurochemistry and hormones.

That is right, hormones determine:

• The food you like to eat

• If your body can get fat

Brain neurochemistry and hormones are control-lable, if and only if, you tune into the science-based evidence, learn to use the weight control tools that come from science-based evidence, and learn how to push the right hormone buttons with these science-based tools.

Let’s construct a plan for dealing with the problem:

The plan created by you must be built upon science and personal responsibility because if not, it will not work.

The plan, once designed, must be implemented by you, because if you will not do it, no one will! No plan, however scientific, will work if it is not used.

I know this to be a successful formula. Over the years I have witnessed thousands of patients achieve permanent control over their weight and their lives with these very principles.

Science Based FactHeredity hormone balance determines if you can gain weight. However, your personal choices determine if you will gain weight!

We know that:

1. Hormones

2. Food availability

3. Personal choices

4. and Environment

All play an important role in obesity and its associ-ated diseases.

However, it would be a mistake to under-play the role of your personal choices. This is true because in the final analysis the individual’s decision to eat excess storage foods determines if that individual will ultimately become overweight and/or obese.

Science Based FactPermanent weight control is a matter of pushing the right hormone buttons.

If this is true, and science-based evidence tells us that it is, and if one could learn to manipulate these hormones to ones benefit, and science based evidence tells us that one can, then permanent weight control becomes simply a matter of choosing to use the correct tools to push the correct hormone buttons.

This series of articles is about just that; sculpting your body and creating vibrant health by learning when and how to push the right hormone buttons.

Tanya was a frustrated 26-year-old patient. “Doctor Green, my friends and I eat the very same food, do the same form of exercise, and all about the same height, but they weigh less than a hundred fifty five kilos and I haven’t weighed less than a fifty five kilos since I was twelve years old. I’ve always had a weight problem and they never had one. Why?”

This is a wonderful example confirming what science-based evidence clearly demonstrates, that heredity is a powerful determinant of overweight and obesity.

In Tanya’s case the environment was the same for her and her friends, the personal food choices were the same too, but heredity overpowers both causing obesity for Tanya and thinness for her friends. It is not fairbut life is seldom fair.

The bad news for Tanya was that heredity is very potent. The good news for her was that when she

finally understood her problem from a science-based point of view, owned her problem, learned and implemented the science-based principles of the New Science of Weight Control, then and only then was she able to gain control over her weight problem.

These principles have helped Tanya for over fifteen years to survive college, a career, marriage, two children and many more of life’s greater and lesser challenges without serious unmanageable weight excursions.

Science Based Fact The sooner you understand and own your problem, the sooner you will be able to control your problem.

Tom was a 44-year-old single plumber who presented to my practice complaining of depression, constant fatigue, hypertension, high cholesterol, arthritis in both hips and lifelong obesity.

Height 175 cm

Weight 140 kilos

Waist 147 cm (n. <101)

B. P. 178/98 (n. less than 140/90)

Cholesterol (fasting) 325 (n. < 200)

Triglycerides (fasting) 600 (n. < 180)

Fasting blood Sugar 320 (n. <200)

He was on medications for his blood pressure, blood sugar, depression and cholesterol.

Tom’s parents and siblings were also obese, and his father had died of a heart attack at the age of 50. His mother had adult onset diabetes, known heart disease, a history of arthritis and depression.

Tom, like so many others, rarely ate breakfast and he often skipped lunch as well. He liked the idea of saving the calories and he really just never felt hungry in the mornings.

Problem foods for Tom were anything sweet, especially donuts, as well as bread, pasta, bagels, rice and fatty foods. He admitted often binge eating when de-pressed, but denied either vomiting, or using laxatives for weight control.

Tom admitted constant weight control dieting since his early teens with little success and disclosed that he often felt hopeless, helpless, and worthless. Some-times he had thoughts of suicide. He lived alone with his dog because, “I’m too fat and ugly to have a wife.” His hobbies were playing music for his friends, singing and volunteering at a local homeless shelter.

Tom’s doctors often advised him to lose weight. How-ever, none offered personal assistance, specific advice or referral to a weight specialist.

None addressed the likelihood that some of his pre-scription medications (antidepressants and diabetes Rx.) were contributing to his weight gain.

None addressed the specific connection between abdominal obesity and his high blood pressure, high cholesterol, his adult onset diabetes or his risk of heart disease.

One physician did test him for thyroid function, which was negative.

“I’ve been on every diet known to man and I’ve

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failed them all. The only diet that ever worked for me was the liquid protein diet. I lost 80 pounds on it, but gained back the 80 plus an additional 35 within a year. I’m at the end of my rope.

I hate my job, my life and myself. Doc-tor, I would think you were a miracle worker if you could just help me quit gaining. Do you think you can do that?”

I have known hundreds of Toms over the years, yet on hearing his story and seeing his pain, I was touched almost to tears. Tom was obviously an intel-ligent, caring, sensitive, humorous and wonderfully worthwhile human being.

Yet he felt hopeless, helpless, worthless and unlovable; he felt life just was not worth living. He thought of himself as a fat man instead of a man who happened to be fat. Tom was so sure that he was unlovable that he kept his interpersonal relationships superficial and distant. Though he had developed a talent for humor, he never allowed anyone a chance to get close to the real Tom.

I knew immediately that I had my work cut out when he confided in me, after his physical examination, that I was the first physician who ever had done a hands-on physical examination. That’s right; he thought that he was so physi-cally repulsive that his doctors did not even wish to touch him!

Question number one. How do we determine if a person is overweight or obese?

Historically the concept of excess body fat or obesity centered upon what was considered as ideal or normal. But, ideal or normal weight is culturally determined and changes over time as public opinion evolves. Today, in Latin American countries heavier women are considered more beautiful than thin women.

We need a definition of excess body fat that is scientific, dependent solely on health risk and is not subject to cultural bias, and not dependent on the twin meaningless concepts of ideal or normal weight.

The Science-Based definition of the condition of being overweight or obese is entirely centered upon assessment of health risk; the higher the weight, the higher the health risks.

Question number two. Is Tom over-weight or obese?

A person is Obese if that person has an excess of body fat as defined by Science-Based Evidence:

• Body Mass Index or BMI is one such

measurement.

• Waist circumference is another

• Body fat measured by impedance is another.

Science Based Fact Science Based Evidence correlates Body Mass Index or (BMI) with disease risk and indicates that a person is:

Body Mass Index:

Underweight <18.5

Normal 18.5 – 24.9

Overweight 25.0 – 29.9

Obese Class I 30.0 – 34.9

Class II 35.0 – 39.9

Class III (Morbid) 40.0 & over

Science Based Fact According to many independent sci-entific studies a BMI of 25 (and over) increases the risk ofDiabetes, Insulin resistance, Stroke, High blood pres-sure, LDL Cholesterol (bad kind), Heart disease, Infertility, Gall bladder disease, Joint disease, Sleep apnea, Depression, and Early death.

Science Based Fact Body mass index is calculated using the following formula:

BMI= Weight in pounds x (times) 703 / (Divided by) Height (in inches) 2 or Weight in Kg/Height in Meters2

Example: Tom weighed 149 kg and his height was 1.75 m

BMI = 149 kg divided by 1.75 meters squared (1.57 x 1.75) = BMI 48.3

Tom’s BMI = 48.3

According to the above table, Tom fell into the Obesity Class III (BMI 40 and over) and therefore, Tom was not only obese, he was morbidly obese.

Science Based Fact Waist circumference also correlates scientifically to increased risk of disease and is therefore an alternative method of determining obesity.

Waist circumference over 89 cm for women, and over 101 cm for men indicate obesity and a consequential increase in risk of serious disease and early death!

Science Based Fact Inter-abdominal fat correlates with an increased risk of:

Diabetes, Insulin resistance, Stroke, High blood pressure, LDL Cholesterol (bad kind), Heart disease, Infertility,

Gall bladder disease, Joint disease, Sleep apnea, Depression, and Early death.

Tom’s waist was 147 cm and since this is well over 101 cm,therefore by waist measurement he was obese, and his excess girth predicted an increased risk of developing disease.

Together, Tom and I began our work. Once Tom began to realize that he was not a fat man, but a man who happened to be fat:

• That he was not a bad person because of his weight.

• That his primary problem was genetic and environmental, not psychological!

• That if he understood his problem from a science-based perspective he would be empowered to formulate a plan that would program him for success.

• That if he chose to implement his plan day by day for the rest of his life he would be successful.

• Then, and only then, could Tom cease being fat-Tom and become, just plain Tom.

Within 9 months Tom had lost 34 kg and was down to 115 kg,

• His Blood pressure

• Blood sugar

• Blood Cholesterol

• And triglycerides

Had all normalized, without medication

• And his arthritis was gone

• His depression was gone

• He started dating!

• He was fixed!

• He quit the program!

Six months later Tom returned. His weight was now back up to 158 kg, his blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood sugar were all up and his mood was down! Tom felt hopeless, helpless, and

worthless again. “Life”, he said, “just isn’t worth living. I knew I would fail the diet, I always do.”

Science Based Fact People do not fail weight control diets. Weight control diets fail people!

“Tom,” I answered, “you didn’t fail the weight control diet.

The weight control diet failed you. Not only that, but I failed you.

I failed to convince you that your ge-netic condition would never go away. I failed to help you understand that your new weight control diet is your new way of life and must be solved one day at a time, not for just the short term, but for the rest of your life.

Next month you will learn how Tom and I working together solved his problem for the rest of his life. If you would like us to calculate your BMI email: [email protected]


DR. NAZIA NAUSHEEN

Dear Readers. The holy month of Ramadan is ending and we all will soon be celebrating Eid festival. During the month of Ramadan I received several calls from friends and readers about complains of Diarrhea. So, I decided to write this month on Diarrhea and the common home remedies to cure it.

Diarrhea and its Home Remedies

Diarrhea is a condition of frequent, watery bowel move-ments that may be accompanied by painful cramps or nausea and vomiting.

Diarrhea is uncomfortable and unpleasant, but gener-ally no big deal in otherwise healthy adults. However, if diarrhea becomes a chronic condition, the situation changes. Or if it affects the very young, the elderly, or the chronically ill, it can be dangerous. And if you're not careful to drink enough fluids, you could find your-self complicating what should have been a simple enough situation.

There are essentially two types of diarrhea: acute and chronic. Thankfully, the vast majority of diarrhea is acute, or short term. This type of diarrhea keeps you on the toilet for a couple of days but doesn't stick around long. Acute diarrhea is also known as non-in-flammatory diarrhea. Its symptoms are what most peo-ple associate with the condition: watery, frequent stools accompanied by stomach cramps, gas and nausea.

Acute diarrhea usually has a bacterial or viral culprit. Gastroenteritis, mistakenly called the "stomach flu," is one of the most common infections that cause diar-rhea. Gastroenteritis can be caused by many differ-ent viruses. Eating or drinking foods contaminated with bacteria can also cause diarrhea. Other causes of acute diarrhea are lactose intolerance, sweeteners, over-the-counter antacids that contain magnesium, too much vitamin C, and some antibiotics.

Stay HydratedYou can lose a lot of liquid in diarrhea, but you also lose electrolytes, minerals such as sodium and potassi-um that are critical in the running of your body. Here's how to replace what you're losing:

• Drink plenty of fluids. Consume two quarts (eight cups) of fluids a day, three quarts (12 cups) if you're running a fever. Plain water lacks electrolytes, but it's a good, gentle-on-the-tummy option that can help you replace some of the fluid that you've lost. Other choic-es include weak tea with a little sugar, sports drinks such as Gatorade, flat soda pop (decaffeinated flavors such as ginger ale are best), and fruit juices other than apple and prune, which have a laxative effect.

• Buy an over-the-counter electrolyte replacement formula.

Whatever you choose to drink, keep it cool; it will be less irritating that way. Sip, don't guzzle; it will be easier on your insides if you take frequent sips of liquid in-

stead of guzzling down a glass at a time.

Eat YogurtLook for yogurt with live cultures. These "cultures" are friendly bacteria that can go in and line your intestines, providing you with protection from the bad guys. If you've already got diarrhea, yogurt can help produce lactic acid in your intestines, which can kill off the nasty bacteria and get you feeling better, faster.

Live-culture yogurt is also the best way to treat di-arrhea caused by oral antibiotics. The antibiotics kill beneficial bacteria in the intestines, but live-culture products replenish those bacteria. Better still, use these from the time you begin the medication, and you may avoid the diarrhea altogether.

Get RestIf you're not very young or old or suffering from any chronic illness, it may be safe just to put up with it for a couple of days. After all, it's often your body's natural way of getting rid of something that shouldn't be there to begin with.

Try resting in bed and sipping any broth, but have it lukewarm instead of hot, and add a little salt to it if it's not already salty. A heating pad on your belly may also help relieve abdominal cramps

Avoid Certain FoodsAvoid milk, cheese, and other dairy products (except yogurt, unless you don't usually tolerate it well) while you have diarrhea as well as for one to three weeks af-ter it stops. The small intestine, where milk is digested, is affected by diarrhea and simply won't work as well for a while.

Just as it stimulates your nervous system, caffeine jump-starts your intestines. And that's the last thing you need when you have diarrhea. High concentrations of sugar can also increase diarrhea. The sugar in fruit can do the same.

Lastly, steer clear of greasy or high-fiber foods. These are harder for your gut to handle right now. It needs foods that are kinder and gentler such as soup, gelatin, rice, noodles, bananas, potatoes, toast, cooked car-rots, and skinless white-meat chicken

Drink Chamomile TeaChamomile is good for treating intestinal inflammation, and it has antispasmodic properties as well. You can brew yourself a cup of chamomile tea from packaged

tea bags, or you can buy chamomile flowers and steep 1 teaspoon of them and 1 teaspoon of peppermint leaves in a cup of boiling water for fifteen minutes. Drink 3 cups a day. Also the tannins in ordinary black tea have an anti-diarrheal effect.

Eat Starchy FoodsStarchy foods, such as precooked rice, can help ease your tummy. Just avoid adding too much sugar or salt, as these can aggravate diarrhea. It's probably a good idea to avoid oatmeal, since it's high in fiber, and your intestines can't tolerate the added bulk during a bout with diarrhea.

Potatoes are another starchy food that can help re-store nutrients and comfort your stomach. But eating French fries won't help. Fried foods tend to aggravate an aching tummy. Other root vegetables, such as car-rots (cooked, of course) are also easy on an upset stomach, and they are loaded with nutrients.

Cooked white rice is another starchy food that can be handled by someone recovering from diarrhea.

Make Orange Peel TeaOrange peel tea is a folk remedy that is believed to aid indigestion. Place a chopped orange peel into a pot and cover with 1 pint boiling water. Let it stand until the water is cooled. You can sweeten it with sugar or honey.

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تقلصات )احلموضة(، املعدة فم حرقان يعالج التى املضطربة املعدة ويعالج االنتفاخ، البطن، تشعر بالغثيان .. حيث يحتوى الزجنبيل على إنزمي الهضمى اجلهاز فى املوجود ذلك يشبه مهضم تأثير فعال فى أعراض لإلنسان. الزجنبيل له أيضاً دوار احلركة التى يصاب بها الشخص عند ركوبه

طائرة .. سفني ... الخ.

ويصف اخملتصون بعالج األعشاب لتجنب اإلصابة الزجنبيل كبسوالت من جرعة أخذ احلركة بدوار ومعدلها 1500 ملجم قبل السفر بنصف ساعة.

الصباحى بالغثيان اإلصابة الزجنبيل مينع كما بشرب كوب من شاى وذلك البعض يصيب الذى تقلصات الزجنبيل شاى يعالج كما الزجنبيل. أن الدراسات بعض وأظهرت الشهرية. الدورة معدالت على للحفاظ مساعد يكون الزجنبيل

الكوليسترول الطبيعية.

استخدمه الصينيون لفترة طويلة من الزمن لعالج أن احلديثة الدراسات أكدت وقد واألنفلونزا، البرد الزجنبيل يساعد فى قتل فيروس األنفلونزا ويقوى .. اإلنفلونزا بعدوى إصابته لعدم املناعى اجلهاز

شاى بشرب عليك البرد بقدوم أحسست فإذا الزجنبيل على الفور. فى الطب الصينى التقليدى، واضطراباتها املعدة لتهدئة الزجنبيل يُستخدم للغثيان الشخص قابلية الزجنبيل من يقى حيث كما يوقف اإلسهال. - من الفوائد األخرى للزجنبيل، يعترض منو اخلاليا السرطانية باجلسم وانتشارها.

واسع نطاق على أوربا فى الزجنبيل يُستخدم نزالت وأعراض الشهرية الدورة تقلصات لعالج البرد نزالت املزيد عن الصداع. آالم البرد وتخفيف ومضاد لالحتقان مضاد الزجنبيل - .. الشائعة للهستامني. ما السبب وراء فوائد الزجنبيبل هذه؟ تأتى فوائد الزجنبيل اجلمة هذه من الزيوت املتطايرة Gingerols &( زيوت وخاصة عليها يحتوى التى Shogaols( والتى فى نفس الوقت تعطى للزجنبيل اجلسم حُتفز الزيوت هذه احلريف. أو الالذع مذاقه أجل من أكبر بكم هضمية عصائر إنتاج على التقلصات التى تسبب املِعدية معادلة األحماض لفوائد الدراسات تأييد واإلسهال. والغثيان أيدت التى الدراسات من العديد توجد الزجنبيل:

فوائد الزجنبيل، ومن هذه الدراسات:

عند للزجنبيل الصحية الفوائد أيدتا دراستان 1املرأة احلامل التى تعانى من الثيان حيث أظهرت أن الزجنبيل لها فاعلية التحضيرات من جذور بعض

فى تهدئة حالة الغثيان.

الزجنبيل يساعد أن أثبتت 2 هناك جتربة معملية لدوار األولية اإلسعافات البحر. دوار عالج فى

احلركة.

أن أظهرت احليوانات على بدائية جتارب فى 3مرض تطور معدالت من يقلل الزجنبيل السرطان. الزجنبيل املزيد عن فوائد الزجنبيل: األمثلة الهندية القدمية دائماً كانت توضح الزجنبيل"، فى يوجد جيد شىء "كل أن

وتوجد حقيقة إلى حد كبير فى ذلك...

األمثلة الهندية القدمية دائماً كانت توضح أن "كل شىء جيد يوجد فى الزجنبيل"، وتوجد حقيقة إلى حد كبير فى ذلك. فالزجنبيل عشب متعدد الفوائد واألغراض العالجية .. فعندما كنت طفالً فأنت قد تناولت بالتأكيد كوب من مشروب الزجنبيل الذى كان له مفعول السحر مع معدتك فهو

مساعد للهضم ومضاد للغثيان. فالزجنبيل عالج للمعدة فى املقام األول،

35August 2012

Fitness in Ktown.I’m a couch-Olympian at present.

I had my eyes glued to Danny Boyle’s spectacular opening ceremony of the Olympics, thought Anish Kapoor’s ArcellorMit-

tal Orbit sculpture which graces the Olympic Park in Stratford was quite an eyesore and was super proud to see 2 female

Kuwaitis, Maryam Arzouqi and Faye Sultan, be an integral part of Team Kuwait.

Flexing my biceps whilst channel surfing the events has pretty much been the most fitness activity I’ve done for the last 2 weeks what with me having to heed to my doctor’s orders and rest my knee, following my ACL surgery.

In my leisurely confinement to the sofa, I must say I am quite impressed with Kuwait’s contingent of 10 athletes at the Games.

Fitness has come a long way in Kuwait over the last 2.5 years. Kuwaitis are more conscientious about their physical health as well as their mental wellbeing and this is evident in the amount of boutique gyms spring-ing up in every possible nook and cranny.

Why, in Shuwaikh Industrial alone, there are at least 4 fitness institutions right around the corner from each other, the latest being Circuit+, Kuwait’s first CrossFit based gym facility (super jealous as it’s only for men! #justsaying).

Hey, if there was no demand, surely these hip and fit clubs would not exist in the first place.

But I have to wonder:

Is fitness, just another temporary craze just like the cupcake/muffin/cookie/baking revolution that be-sieged our shores a year ago?

I’d like to take a positive notion that perhaps Kuwait’s finally waking up from its fast-food, burger-binging, pizza-inducing stupor and finally wanting to do some-thing about changing current fitness depictions of this country being plagued with problems of obesity and cardiovascular disease.

For those of you not in the know, here are the grim statistics:

-One out of 3 Kuwaiti adults is obese.

-10% of the population is morbidly obese in a country where 88% is considered overweight.

-In a June 2012 publication by the London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine, using data from the World Health Organization (WHO), Kuwait is the sec-ond most obese nation in the world behind the United States.

It is also interesting to note that also on the rise, are the amount of bariatric procedures (gastric bypass, lap-band, gastric sleeve, biliopancreatic diversion) be-ing performed. Why, according to Bloomberg Business-week, there were at least 5,000 of such procedures done in 2011, compared to 3,000 cases performed in Canada, which by the way is 30 times the population of Ktown.

So where does this leave us?

Does one become part of this grim statistic, go under the knife, or should they partake in this fanatical fit-ness trend?

As Michelle Obama would say, “It’s all about modera-

tion and real-life changes.”

If you’re currently thinking about changing your life-style for the better, it’s all about doing it one step at a time. If you’re eating junk food and take-out every day of the week, try cutting it down to three times, twice until eventually you’re comfortable to having one cheat meal a week. Hey it won’t be an overnight change, but at least this gradual process of eating to benefit your life will eventually save it in the long run.

If your running shoes are laden with a thick layer of dust from not being in use, as a personal trainer, I wouldn’t recommend that you get out there and sprint your lungs out.

Instead, grab a buddy and go for a walk along the Corniche ( I love the pedestrian strip along the Scien-tific Center). Better yet, invest in a couple of personal training sessions and get a trainer to start you on the right foot so to speak. If you like group sports, why not check out the plethora of gyms that are now available here and check out a class or two?

Too many people in this day and age, are always im-patient and are wanting to opt for the easiest ways to lose weight.

If exercising weren’t the least bit challenging, it would be called a walk-though and not a workout.

Nonetheless, only time will tell whether this health trend amongst our population will be permanent or just another fandango Kuwait can chalk up for 2012.

With that said, it would be interesting to see, in the next Olympic Games, which is the 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil, just how big the Kuwait contingent will be this time around.

Reshmi Revi is a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and holds a Bachelors of Communication Studies degree from the Auckland University of Technology. A fitness enthusiasts, she welcomes your queries and comments at [email protected]. Follow her on twitter @Q8MissFit.

RESHMI REVICertified Professional Trainer


AYESHAH AL-HUMAIDHI JOHN PEAVELER

There Is Hope!

It is natural for all countries to self-evaluate itself and use other countries as points of comparison. Therefore, when we compare the state of animal welfare development in Kuwait to that in global leaders in the field (United Kingdom, Australia, and the United Sates in particular), we see that Kuwait is between 50 and 100 years behind depending upon which aspect you examine. This may seem disheartening or even alarming, but what it means to those of us who are laying the groundwork for animal welfare development, we like to look at it as a relief that we don’t have to reinvent the wheel so to say. Figuratively speaking, we have only to choose the correct wheels and fit them into a machine of our own making. Many of the forbearers of animal welfare around the world have made mistakes, and they are here for us to learn from. At K’S PATH, we take pride in our willingness to experiment with policies developed by better-established organizations around the world. This has proven extremely effective in improving our adoption numbers. K’S PATH’s Companion Animal Shelter has seen a very steady increase in adoptions over the last couple years. Not only are our adoptions up, but our return rate is very low, hovering around 5%. We owe this to the “Best Practices” we have learned from the global shelter community that help to ensure we are putting great pets up for adoption and drastically enhances their success as family pets.

So you might be wondering what Best Practices are we going on about? Well, at K’S PATH, we use scientifically and volume proven systems that all incoming dogs and cats go through that allow the shelter staff to put safe and healthy animals up for adoption and follow-on systems that work to ensure they remain adoptable as they wait for their forever home.

First, every animal that is rescued or surrendered sees our medical staff that brings him or herup to date on vaccinations, deworms them and gives them a thorough physical. Any diseases or injuries are evaluated and sick or injured animals are put into a holding area where they will continue to receive any necessary medical treatment along with attention and playtime as they settle in. After a week, the veterinarian will let the shelter staff know if the pet is cleared medically and if so then they are ready for our behavior staff to take a look at them. Healthy animals too are held in separate kennels or catteries from sick, injured, and animals up for adoption. These animals are also allowed to settle in to shelter life before seeing our behavior staff. Our behavior staff then performs a behavioral evaluation which is a 20-30 minute test designed by international leaders in the animal behavior arena and tested to ensure the results are accurate and predictable of what will happen in the home. These

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tests help the shelter staff ensure that dangerous animals are not placed in peo-ple’s homes where they might injure a family member. The test also helps staff predict the best home for each animal, for instance whether it would be best in a home with older children or a house with a garden.

Once the dog/cat has passed their behavioral assessment, they are officially put up for adoption. Now begins the hard part, both for the pet and our staff. While waiting for their forever home, a team of staff and volunteers socialize the dogs and cats; dogs get outdoor exercise daily in good weather. This is a very important part of keeping animals happy in a shelter setting. Putting a dog or cat in a cage, feeding it and letting it out to go to the bathroom is not sufficient for any companion animal. They need play time with other dogs/cats if they desire it, they need playtime with humans (without exception), and they need activities in their rooms along with a calm and quiet environment. That is exactly that K’S PATH provides.

Our shelter is designed to keep dogs and cats healthy and happy. Cats are housed in communal rooms with no cages. The rooms have lots of climbing areas to perch on, beds galore and areas to scratch to their hearts content. Dogs live in 2.5 by 4 meter rooms often with one or two other dogs for company. Their doors are solid so they are not stimulated and stressed by what is going on around them and each dogs has an elevated Kuranda bed to keep them warm and clean. Each room has toys and rawhides to keep them entertained and each wing of 5 to 7 rooms has their own play yard for time to stretch their legs and play chase. This translates into dogs and cats that can live happily most of the time in a shelter environment while waiting for their forever home. No excessive barking and stress at K’S PATH. These simple but critical principles were adopted from decades of trial and error in other shelters around the world.

Now comes the adoption. Many people come into the K’S PATH shelter and are confused as to why they are not allowed to walk around and pick out any dog they want, like in a store or a back-yard breeder. There is a very good reason for this. When people choose an animal based on a walk through or a photo, their choice is primarily decided by appearance. Our goal as a shelter is to make happy homes. We therefore place animals through a matching system. Each potential adopter is interviewed to ensure they are in fact ready for a pet and to determine which type of pet would be best suited to them. We then show them pets that are the closest combination of what the adopter is interested in and those we know to be the best suited to their situation based on our behavioral assessment.We may show them (or you!) one dog that fits the criteria or we may show you dozens. We never know until we complete the interview. The most important thing is that adopters end up happy with their pets and pets end up happy with their adopters in homes that will last a lifetime. It is this system of matching that has helped us maintain an incredibly low rate of failed adoptions. Animals that are safe, healthy, happy, and full of life make wonderful pets.

These systems have also increased our adoption rate drastically. We have gone from placing 5-10 animals per month to 5-10 per week. It would be easy to assume that most of our adopters are Western Expats when in fact Easterners and Kuwaitis make up the majority of our adopters. Animals don’t care about nationality, and neither do we!We believe that no matter how big your community is, shelters have an obligation to put happy and safe pets into homes. Doing so changes peoples’ attitudes towards shelter animals. We strengthen our reputation further by provid-ing support and guidance to adopters so that if problems present, we can work to-gether to find solutions that keep pets in their homes and keep adopters happy. We have had many, many adopters come in for the second and even their third pet from K’S PATH along with their family and friends. A shelter not only has a responsibility to the animals in its care but also the community it places those animals into. We, at K’S PATH, take both these responsibilities seriously and we can assure you that we will help you add the most wonderful and best-suited animal to your family that has been checked both medically and behaviorally to ensure it will be a very happy member of your family. K’S PATH is not just a shelter, we are THE place to get a pet. With such a high level of care and service and with every size, shape, color, and personality of animal you could possibly want, why would you go anywhere else?


Amaal Nuux

" I come from 2 loving parents who es-caped the war back home to give us a better life. Their courage and strength is a reminder of why I’m here and for that I am thankful!"

39August 2012

Songbird of AfricaFans compare her to pop idol Beyoncé, but Amaal Nuux, promising music artist, intends to own her idol status

her own way. She is secure in her identity as a Somali-Canadian artist, retaining her name out of respect for

her heritage. Amaal translates into “aspiration”, “hope”`, and “ambition” in Somali and these feelings are

substantiated in her music. Her hit songs Words Revealed and With You are imbued with a compassionate mes-

sage, relatable and empowering to the vulnerable. Empathetic, she champions for a greater understanding of

peace and love, especially in her home country Somali. This multi-talented artist sat down with CityPages for

a tête-à-tête.

What is your country of origin and where do you presently reside? I was born in Somali and I now live in Toronto, Canada

Tell us about your education? I majored in International Development Studies at the University of Toronto.

How did you develop an interest in singing?Somalis are poetic by nature, so naturally it was my solitary pastime. I began to find refuge in it, writing songs became my therapeutic expression. Thing is, the more I tapped into my skill, the more it felt further than a hobby and closer to a calling. I unconsciously and sporadically went into discovery modes and started self perfect-ing my sound.

Tell us about your family?I come from 2 loving parents who escaped the war back home to give us a better life. Their courage and strength is a reminder of why I’m here and for that I am thankful!

Did you get any support from your family? Who has always been there to support your dream?Growing up in a Somali, Muslim household can be a challenge for a young female artist thinking of breaking into the mainstream music industry. I hail from a culture where music is not looked at as a career choice for women. My parents couldn’t believe it when in 2009; I decided to take time off from University to pursue sing-ing. My siblings were indifferent and figured it was a “phase”. Now that they have

recognized my dedication, they are my biggest supporters.

What was your experience with your first song?I was 15 years old living in Calgary and it’s probably one of the most depressing songs I have ever written. I laugh thinking about the words I used to describe what I was going through, but it was a real moment for me. I was the new girl from a differ-ent city in my high school and it was that year I started the transition from "Fantasy fun land" to "Real World". I started to see how ugly and hurtful people can be.

When are you expecting to launch your first album? I have no dates at this exact moment but I will keep releasing new material leading up to that day.

What sort of difficulties do you face in proving your talent?I was my own worst enemy in the beginning; I was constantly battling my own de-mons. But I’m a new person now and will never allow myself to sink to that low point. Besides that I would say being a Muslim girl I have received a lot of mixed reviews from people. They have said some pretty hurtful things to me but I know my heart and that’s all that matters. People need to understand that music is a universal art that transcends global cultures and languages. It is a medium that brings together humanity regardless of their race, color, national or ethnic origin.

What different genres of music do you play and what is your favorite genre?I absolutely love R&B music and it’s what I lean towards most of the time. But I think there is nothing I can’t do. I can handle all types of genres of music and I think that is what it takes to be an artist.

Christina Pinto


Who are your favorite singers and which singers inspire you?Alicia Keys, a musician and vocalist that I have incred-ible respect for, but it’s the emotional elements in her voice that have me in awe. Lauryn Hill also influences my sound with her moving voice. It’s like it almost tick-les your core and I only hope I can achieve a tenth of her soulful power. An artist that has listeners from all types of demographics is K’naan, who has broken the generic mold of rappers and has become matchless, which I strive to become; unique. Drake’s confidence and capabilities of putting Toronto on the map has giv-en me the confidence and realization that I can bring what’s important to me into the light.

What are your future goals or what would you like to achieve?While building my career is important, life for me is not simply about topping charts, winning awards, generat-ing platinum sales or rising to global fame. I would like to make a difference in this world by using my voice on the global stage to bring hope to those in dire need of help.

Your advice for young aspiring singers?To succeed in this industry, you need to surround yourself with positive people and friends who can lend you encouraging words. If you don’t have that, keep focused. There will be obstacles along the way and so

never give up. And remember, nothing without hard work is granted. For young people seeking important dreams in life, I would like to share how hard it has been for me. Being a young, Somali, Muslim girl trying to break into this industry, I encountered a lot of ob-stacles. I did not get any level of support from my fam-ily, friends or community. I was completely independent and worked my way into the industry entirely on my own to eventually attain the success I enjoy today. At all times, you need to be resilient. If you have an unwaver-ing passion for something, you’ll always succeed. It is real passion that drives you to intended success.

What would you like to do for your country?As an upcoming artist, I would like to raise global awareness on the political crisis and social disintegra-tion afflicting my beleaguered home country. As a Ca-nadian citizen, I can effectively use my voice to bring change to this world.

Your message for your fans in Kuwait? I am shocked to find out my music has traveled to that corner of the world. I am so happy and grateful for my fans. I hope you all continue to travel with me on this journey in my life.

Your message for us at CityPages MagazineI am so flattered that you chose to cover me in your magazine and I am so thankful for the opportunity. Thank you for the kind words and I wish you guys even more success :)

" I hail from a culture where music is not looked at as a career choice for women"

41August 2012

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43August 2012

The Expendables 2

Synopsis:The Expendables are back and this time it's personal. Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone), Lee Christmas (Ja-son Statham), Yin Yang (Jet Li), Gunnar Jensen (Dolph Lundgren),Toll Road (Randy Couture) and Hale Caesar (Terry Crews) -- with newest members Billy the Kid (Liam Hemsworth) and Maggie (Yu Nan) aboard -- are reunited when Mr. Church (Bruce Willis) enlists the Expendables to take on a seemingly simple job. The task looks like an easy paycheck for Barney and his band of old-school merce-naries. But when things go wrong and one of their own is viciously killed, the Expendables are compelled to seek revenge in hostile territory where the odds are stacked against them. Hell-bent on payback, the crew cuts a swath of destruction through opposing forces, wreaking havoc and shutting down an unexpected threat in the nick of time - six pounds of weapons-grade plutonium; enough to change the balance of power in the world.

Sparkle

Synopsis:Musical prodigy, Sparkle (Jordin Sparks) struggles to be-come a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. From an affluent Detroit area and daughter to a single mother (Whitney Houston), she tries to balance a new romance with music manager, Stix (Derek Luke) while dealing with the unexpected challenges her new life will bring as she and her two sisters (Carmen Ejogo and Tika Sumpter) strive to become a dynamic singing group during the Motown-era.

The Bourne Legacy

Synopsis:The fourth installment of the highly successful Bourne se-ries sees the return of the franchise's screenwriter, Tony Gilroy, this time stepping into the director's seat for an en-try which sidelines main character Jason Bourne in order to focus on a fellow estranged assassin (Jeremy Renner). Ed-ward Norton and Rachel Weisz co-star, with Joan Allen and Albert Finney reprising their roles from the previous films.

Hope Springs

Directed by:David Frankel

Starring:Steve Carell , Meryl Streep , Tommy Lee Jones , Ben Rap-paport

Synopsis:Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones) are a devoted couple, but decades of marriage have left Kay wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her hus-band. When she hears of a renowned couple's specialist (Steve Carell) in the small town of Great Hope Springs, she attempts to persuade her skeptical husband, a steadfast man of routine, to get on a plane for a week of marriage therapy. Just convincing the stubborn Arnold to go on the retreat is hard enough -- the real challenge for both of them comes as they shed their bedroom hang-ups and try to re-ignite the spark that caused them to fall for each other in the first place.

Directed by:Tony GilroyStarring:Jeremy Renner, Edward Nor-ton, Rachel Weisz, Joan Allen Albert Finney

Directed by:Salim Akil

Starring:Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks Mike Epps, Derek Luke, Carmen Ejogo

Directed by:Simon West

Starring:Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis

The Good Doctor

Synopsis:A physician heads down a dangerous road when he sets aside his ethics in this thriller from director Lance Daly. Martin Blake is a British medical student who has come to the United States to begin a residency at a hospital in Southern California. Blake is handsome and charming, but beneath the surface he's an arrogant man who longs to wield power over others. Blake doesn't fare well with his first few patients, and is on shaky ground with his superiors when he begins treating Diane, a beautiful teenage girl with a kidney infection. Diane is clearly taken with Blake's good looks and they enjoy one another's company, while his su-periors are impressed with the care he's taken with her. But Blake doesn't want Diane released too quickly, and be-gins adjusting her medication to that her infection will take longer to clear up. Jimmy, an orderly, notices what Blake is doing, and threatens to expose him unless he wants -- a steady supply of pharmaceuticals.

Total Recall

Directed by:Len WisemanStarring:Colin Farrell, Bryan Cranston, Kate Beckinsale, Jessica Biel, Bill Nighy

Synopsis:Originally adapted by director Paul Verhoeven in 1990, author Philip K. Dick's classic sci-fi short story We Can Remember It For You Wholesale returns to the big screen in this remake starring Colin Farrell, Bryan Cranston, and Kate Beckinsale, and directed by Underworld's Len Wise-man. Douglas Quaid (Farrell) is a factory worker in New Shanghai. He's got a stable job and a loving wife (Beckin-sale), but upon learning that a company called Rekall could grant him the memory of the ultimate espionage adven-ture, Douglas decides that a virtual vacation is better than no vacation at all. But in the midst of having the memories implanted, something goes haywire, and the system breaks down. As the authorities close in, Douglas flees, joining forces with a fierce rebel soldier (Jessica Biel) on a mis-sion to track down the head of the resistance (Bill Nighy), and take down the tyrannical Chancellor Cohaagen (Bryan Cranston), a power-crazed leader who seeks to control the entire free world.

Directed by:Lance Daly

Starring:Orlando Bloom Troy Garity, Rob Morrow, Taraji P. Henson, Riley Keough

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43August 2012

You've Been Trumped

Synopsis:In this David and Goliath tale for the 21st Century, a group of proud Scottish homeowners take on Donald Trump, as the tycoon prepares to destroy one of Britain's last stretches of coastal wilderness by building a luxury golf resort. As the locals make their last stand in the face of security harassment, legal threats and the cutting off of water and electricity supplies, director Anthony Baxter is thrown in jail as he seeks out the truth.

Celeste and Jesse Forever

Synopsis:Celeste (Rashida Jones) and Jesse (Andy Samberg) met in high school, married young and are growing apart. Now thirty, Celeste is the driven owner of her own media consulting firm, Jesse is once again unemployed and in no particular rush to do anything with his life. Celeste is con-vinced that divorcing Jesse is the right thing to do -- she is on her way up, he is on his way nowhere, and if they do it now instead of later, they can remain supportive friends. Jesse passively accepts this transition into friendship, even though he is still in love with her. As the reality of their separation sets in, Celeste slowly and painfully realizes she has been cavalier about their relationship, and her deci-sion, which once seemed mature and progressive, now seems impulsive and selfish. But her timing with Jesse is less than fortuitous. While navigating the turbulent changes in their lives and in their hearts, these two learn that in order to truly love someone, you may have to let them go.

Directed by:Lee Toland KriegerStarring:Emma Roberts, Rashida Jones, Elijah Wood, Andy Samberg, Chris Messina

Directed by:Anthony Baxter

Starring:Donald Trump , Susan Munro

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

Synopsis:

The oh-so-wimpy Greg Heffley (Zachary Gordon) gets him-self into more mischief when he spends the summer work-ing at a country club in this third installation of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

Directed by:David Bowers

Starring:Steve Zahn , Rachael Harris , Devon Bostick , Zachary Gordon , Robert Capron

Genres:Documentary,Special Interest

Genres:Comedy, Drama

Genres:Family

1. Who played Ronald in the film Cruel Intentions?a) Ryan Phillippe b) Joshua Jackson

c) Anthony Hopkins d) Sean Patrick Thomas

2. What film other than Scream have Skeet Ulrich and Neve Campbell starred together in?a) Silence Of The Lambs b) The Craft

c) Men In Black d) You've Got Mail

3. Who played Goose in the 1986 film Top Gun?a) Anthony Edwards b) Tom Cruise

c) Richard Gere d) Tommy Lee Jones

4. Who directed the film Enter The Dragon starring Bruce Lee?a) Steven Speilberg b) Robert Clouse

c) Ridley Scott d) Barry Sonnenfeld

5. Which actress starred with Eddie Murphy in The Nutty Professor?a) Janet Jackson b) Halle Berry

c) Jada Pinkett d) Whoopi Goldberg

6. Who starred as John Coffey in The Green Mile?a) Tom Hanks b) LL Cool J

c) James Cromwell d) Michael Clarke Duncan

7. What film is the following quote from? 'Yeah I remember you like that name.'a) Miss Congeniality b) Men In Black

c) Forrest Gump d) Dirty Dancing

8. Which Disney film features the song When You Believe by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston?a) The Prince of Egypt b) The Jungle Book

c) Aladdin d) Tarzan

9. What was the name of the character played by Anthony Perkins in Psycho?a) Norman Bates b) Malcolm Brown

c) James Walker d) Edward Jones

10. Who played Indiana Jones?a) Clint Eastwood b) Harrison Ford

c) Sean Connery d) Nicolas Cage

1. d, 2. b, 3. a, 4. b, 5. c, 6. d, 7. a, 8. a, 9. a, 10. b

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The Corruption ChroniclesTom Fitton

In 2008, Barack Obama made a promise to have the “most transparent administration” of any U.S. presi-dent; it was the very cornerstone of his campaign. No secrets. No masks. No smoke and mirrors. No excus-es. But over the next four years, President Obama’s administration would prove to be one of the most guarded and duplicitous of our time.

Before I Wake Rachel Vincent

I died on a Thursday-killed by a monster intent on stealing my soul. The good news? He didn't get it. The bad news? Turns out not even death will get you out of high school... Covering up her own murder was one thing, but faking life is much harder than Kaylee Cavanaugh expected. After weeks spent "recovering," she's back in school, fighting to stay visible to the human world, struggling to fit in with her friends and planning time alone with her new reaper boyfriend..

Where'd You Go BernadetteMaria Semple

Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple (one of the writers forArrested Development) is a novel in letters, told from the point of view of a 14 year old girl who is looking for her mother, Bernadette, who is missing. This book is receiving a lot of advance praise.

The TwelveJustin Cronin

The Twelve is the second book in the trilogy Justin Cronin began withThe Passage. We named The Pas-sage one of the Top 10 Books of 2010, so we are excited to see how this dark vampire tale continues.

Where We Belong Emily Griffin

The author of five blockbuster novels, Emily Giffin, delivers an unforgettable story of two women, the families that make them who they are, and the long-ing, loyalty and love that binds them together.

Forks Over Knives Rachel Hartman

The book, the film, the movement - is back again in a Cookbook. The secret is out: If you want to lose weight, lower your cholesterol, and prevent (or even reverse!) chronic conditions such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes, the right food is your best medi-cine. Thousands of people have cut out meat, dairy, and oils and seen amazing results. If you’re among them—or you’d like to be—you need this cookbook.

These are some of the books that are creating buzz and will be released in August 2012.

August Book Releases

The Revised Fundamentals of CaregivingJonathan Evison

The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving by Jonathan Evison tells the story of a 39 year old man who takes a course in caregiving after his divorce. He is as-signed to a 19 year old boy with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and the two eventually build a friendship and embark on a cross country road trip. This is a tragicomedy.

Care and Handling of Roses with ThornsMargaret Dilloway

The Care and Handling of Roses with Thorns by Mar-garet Dilloway is the story of a woman who is passion-ate about roses and the way her life changes when her niece comes to live with her. A good end of summer beach read.

The on-line unveiling of the F12berlinetta ushers in a new generation of Ferrari 12-cylinders in the form of a car

that delivers unprecedented performance from an exceptional new engine, combined with innovative design that

redefines classic themes along with extreme aerodynamics. Revealed to the world for the first time on Ferrari.com in

preparation for its official debut at the Geneva International Motor Show, the F12berlinetta, finished in an attractive

new Rosso Berlinetta three-layer color, represents the very cutting-edge of mid-front-engined sports cars.

This is, in fact, the most powerful and high-performance Ferrari road car ever launched thanks to the incredibly efficient engine – in terms of me-

chanical, combustion and fluid-dynamics efficiency – which, together with advanced vehicle architecture, aerodynamics, components and electronic

controls, guarantee unsurpassed driving involvement whatever the road or track.Ferrari’s traditional transaxle layout has been revolutionised to

match the more extreme performance of the car. The wheelbase has been shortened and the engine, dashboard and seats have been lowered in the

chassis, while the new layout of the rear suspension and gearbox enabled Ferrari’s engineers to make the rear volume of the car smaller. The overall

result is a very compact car with a lower centre of gravity that is further back in the chassis, and a level of aerodynamic efficiency that sets new

standards.

Announcing the

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Scaglietti, renowned for its expertise in aluminium materials and construction, designed an all-new spaceframe chassis and bodyshell using 12

different kinds of alloys, some of which have been used here for the first time in the automotive sector, and employing new assembly and joining

techniques. This has resulted in a 20 per cent increase in structural rigidity while reducing weight to just 1525 kg (70 kg less than the previous

V12 coupé) with an ideal distribution between the axles (54 per cent over the rear).


The design of the F12berlinetta is a result of the collabora-

tion between the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina and

is a perfect balance of uncompromising aerodynamics with

harmonious proportions interpreting the typical elements of

Ferrari’s front-engined V12 cars in an original and innovative

way. A coupé with sleek, aggressive lines whose compact exte-

rior dimensions conceal exceptional in-car space and comfort.

The all-new Frau leather interior highlights the balance of ad-

vanced technology and sophisticated, handcrafted detailing.

In the middle of the light and lean dashboard, there are new

carbon fibre and aluminium air vents clearly inspired by the

aeronautic field.

“We have a rich history of creating innovative new products for

our customers in the U.S. and in markets around the world,”

said Hiroshi Takemura, president of Honda R&D Americas, Inc.

“The responsibility to develop the all-new Acura NSX demon-

strates the maturity of our organization, the know-how of our

associates and their ability to create an advanced and innova-

tive supercar.”

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10 Reasons Why You Need To Have the GALAXY S III

1. 4.8 inch HD Super AMOLED displayThe Samsung GALAXY S III is fitted with an expansive 4.8 inch HD Super AMOLED display that allows users to comfortably view content like never before. The screen size ensures maximum usability without compromising on portability. The large screen size enables users to watch high quality content while on the move; the HD Super AMOLED display brings pictures to life by deliv-ering sharper and more vivid colors with an excellent picture quality.

2. Burst ShotThe device features an 8MP backcamera and a 1.9MP front camera with many intelligent features. One of them is the Burst Shot feature that allows users to in-stantly capture twenty continuous shots with zero-lag shutter speed. This feature comes in very handy when trying to capture sharp movements in images.

3. Smart StayRemember that annoying moment when you are read-ing a book or an article on your smartphone and the screen switches off? With the Samsung GALAXY S III, you should be able to continue your reading comfort-ably as it includes the innovative Smart Stay feature. This feature uses the phone’s front camera to track your eyes to understand if your eyes are on the screen or not. If you are looking at your screen, it will continue lighting the screen and if you are looking away, it will automatically dim it.

4. S-beamThe S-Beam is an intuitive feature that makes sharing content so much easier!The GALAXY S III allows users to easily share images, videos and other documents by simply tapping another GALAXY S III device without using WiFi or cellular signal. The phone uses Near Field Communication (NFC) for pairing the devices and WiFi Direct technology to transfer the files.

5. Pop-up playYou are watching a video and the boss texts you for an update on a report. Under normal circumstances, you would have to turn off your video, respond to the text and then return to your video. However, with the Pop-up play feature on the GALAXY S III, you could easily continue watching your video while typing your message; multi-tasking at its best! The Pop-Up Play gives you the option of placing a small video window anywhere on the smartphone screenwhile running an-other application simultaneously.

6. Direct CallAnother really cool feature that is available on the

GALAXY S III is Direct Call. Say you receive a text and while responding to the text you decide that you would rather call and speak to the person. Simply lift the phone to your ear and it will call the person you were texting. The Direct Call feature uses a gesture recogni-tion technology that enables the phone to understand your intention and respond accordingly.

7. Nature-inspired designThe Samsung GALAXY S III is truly inspired by nature in terms of its design, user interface and its many hu-man-centric features. Its design concept is the flow and movement of nature and its comfortable grip, gentle curves and organic form deliver a rich human-centric feel. The design is centered on simplicity of use, with features that respond intuitively and naturally to hu-man use and interaction. It balances ergonomics with intuitive use so that the device really becomes an ex-tension of the user.

8. Buddy Photo ShareThe Buddy Photo Share is yet another feature that enables easy and instant sharing on the Samsung

GALAXY S III. Once the device understands what your friends look like, this intuitive feature can recognize your friends in any image and then allows you to share the image with them through email, text message or a social network by simply tapping on their face.

9. S VoiceThe S Voice feature provides and advanced natural language user interface. When your phone alarm goes off but you need a little extra rest, just tell the GALAXY S III “snooze”, or if your hands are full but you want to answer the phone just say “accept call” and begin talking. Nifty!

10. Powerful PerformanceThe GALAXY S III packs a powerful 1.4 GHz Quad Core processor that enables seamless multitasking with a super-fast performance. It significantly enhances the overall smartphone experience of the phone by launching apps quicker, cutting boot times and provid-ing much faster browsing speeds.

It came. We saw. Now it is conquering. The Samsung GALAXY S III is undeniably one of the most awaited and sought after smartphones globally. It is the best in class smartphone that is effortlessly smart and intuitively simple. It is a solid synergy of innovative features, game changing technology and nature-inspired design. It was unveiled across the region recently and in case you’ve been living under a rock, we are giving you the top ten reasons why you need to get your mitts on the Samsung GALAXY S III now!


Mandylion Password Manager

Who can remember half the passwords they’re required to come up with for day-to-day work? This keychain-based USB token generates and stores up to 50 strong pieces of cryptography. Because it travels with you, and passwords never leave the token, it’s no wonder this clever device it is used by members of the U.S. military.

Use your USB ports to recharge your batteries

A must-have if you frequently burn through pricey alkaline batteries because you can’t remember where you put the charger for your ni-cads. No charger required here: Just pop the top and throw each cell into a free USB slot for a few hours, or before you leave for the day.

Best USB GadgetsAlbert Einstein – famous for his disorganized workspace – once won-dered “If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, what, then, is the sign of an empty desk?” Whether you’re a pack-rat or a neat freak, your desk is probably due for some upgrades. Check out the following devices that could make your work day easier…and healthier:

Business card scanner

Dishwasher-safe keyboard

Yes, you read right: Forget just plane ol’ waterproof flexible keyboards…In case you ever wondered (or are wondering now), you can get a keyboard to dump in your Whirlpool to get rid of germs, oil, and what would normally be months of caked-on dust and food.

Messless universal charge station

Keep a stylish workspace without the need to run cables under your feet with this USB-powered plat-form that charges up to four devices simultaneously. The charger comes with adapters for major brands of phones, portable audio/video devices, and game consoles.

USB aroma diffuser/mood light

Spice up your space with mellow mood lighting and soothing scents via this hard-working lamp that does triple duty as a light source, aroma diffuser, and USB hub.

Nothing is more annoying than coming back from a meeting, a workshop or a conference and having to find a place to put all the business cards you’ve col-lected. Not only will this handy device instantly scan business cards into your computer, but included software will pull out details from each card and populate them into a database.

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iPod windmill

Though not a desk gadget, strictly-speaking, you’ll want this ready to go when you leave work… Catch some wind with this ingenious outside-the-office windmill and power your iPod, phone, or other small electronic device on the way to or from work.

Ecobutton

Press it anytime you leave your desk to sleep or turn off your computer each time you get up for a cof-fee, get on the phone, or leave for the day (comes with software that shows how much energy you’ve saved.)

USB massager

Not-safe-for-work panic button

Disguised as a humorous novelty stress button, hitting the word ‘panic’ will immediately bring up a spreadsheet or other pre-set work document to cover the real window you were looking at, so your boss will see what a hard worker you are…

For those mornings when you just don’t get to your morning coffee fast enough. As a bonus, this doubles as a USB hub (so you can reclaim some of the ports you’ve used on all these gadgets.)

USB greenhouse

If you haven’t already seen one of these mini-enclosures or considered buying one, check out the software included that monitors the growth of your plant and schedules reminders to help you take care of it. Why trust a desk plant to your black thumb when you can have your computer handle it?

Why wait to get off work to relax and feel good? Just plug this wee massager into your computer and slide it under your chair to warm or vibrate your way to soothing back and neck goodness.

USB air purifier

Whether you work in a sick building or have stinky cubicle-mates, it can’t hurt to clean the air around you. Plug in this purifier to eliminate particles from dust, germs, the lingering funk of second-hand smoke, or the immediate bi-products of B.O.

USB Desk Fan

This beautful and powerful desk fan can be powered by USB cable or four AA batteries. It is an excel-lent device for home or office use, that is quiet and provides great airflow. You can adjust fan head up and down, it has On/Off switch and 2 level fan speed control knob. Just plug it into USB port and you are ready to go.

USB shaver

Sometimes, you’re just trying to stay presentable after an all-nighter. Do yourself a favor guys before people start pouring in early in the morning and give your self a quick shave…If only in the reflec-tion of a DVD at your desk.

USB cup-warmer


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Music Master

The VAMP iPhone amplifier doubles listening time while improving the quality of com-pressed audio. Users connect the lithium-ion-powered case to an iPhone 4 or 4S’s 30-pin port. The system processes digital audio files to sound more like the original recordings.

On Stable Ground

The firmer a golfer’s stance is, the more likely his shots will fly straight, so designers at Adidas created the most stable golf shoe yet. Taking a cue from barefoot-style sneakers, they widened the forefoot and thinned the sole, which gives toes room to wiggle and grip the ground.

Finger Saver

The FreeKey ring won’t pinch a user’s fingers when they're adding a new key. Instead of prying apart the rings, users pinch a hinged lever on the outer edge of the steel spiral, popping the ring open to slide keys on. The spiral snaps itself securely shut.

No More Tangles

The new CordCruncher headphones prevent knots. To store them, users push the 3.5-foot cord into a rub-ber sheath, which keeps the cable tightly coiled.

Power Spot

Handymen no longer need to carry a separate flash-light along with their 12-volt power tools. Craftsman engineers added six LEDs to the bottom of their new battery pack, so users have a spotlight when they need one.

Square PowerThe 2.3-inch, three-watt NuForce Cube is the small-est, loudest portable speaker available. The speaker driver is controlled by a high-strength neodymium magnet, which prevents the entire housing from shak-ing at high volumes.

Password Protected

This eight-gigabyte thumb drive is the first to use voice encryption. The drive includes voice-recognition software that verifies a user’s password and distinct vocal frequency.

Air Tunes

The ARIS is the first speaker to connect directly with Windows PCs over Wi-Fi. As long as the 100-watt speaker is within wireless range, the user can play music to it with a one-click option in Windows Media Player.

Speed DemonGamers looking to upgrade their towers won’t find anything more powerful than the GeForce GTX 690. Nvidia engineers built the graphics card with 3,072 parallel-processing cores and housed the fan in magnesium alloy to more effectively dissipate the heat that the cores produce.

Seeing Greens

The Garmin Approach S3 watch is a virtual caddy for 27,000 courses. Users can check where they are in relation to the hole on overhead maps and plan their shots by setting targets on the touch-screen.

Inner TubeOn smooth terrain, mountain bikers need firm tires, and on rough ground they need softer ones. With a set of Adaptrac wheels, riders can adjust their tire pressure without stopping. They use a handlebar-mounted switch to either send CO2 from an onboard canister through tubing and into tires or release air.


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Pressure Chamber

The SuctionSeal vacuum works as well on hardwood and tile floors as it does on carpet. A polycar-bonate plate on the front of the upright creates a sealed chamber between the vacuum head and the floor, which makes for more-focused suction.

Flex FanMany laptops run so hot that they need extra fans to cool them down. The Cryo E40 notebook pad allows users to customize ventilation to match their laptop’s hotspots. Two 3.1-inch fans magnetically attach (and reattach) to the pad’s mesh lid.

Spray OffThe Gallery dishwasher blasts stuck-on food better than others. Typical washers have perforated spray arms that distribute water in a wide circle. Frigidaire designers added a rotating head that hits dishes with four times more water.

Wireless Weigh-In

The Aria scale tracks the weight changes of up to eight people. Synced with the Fitbit website over Wi-Fi, the scale saves each user’s weigh-ins and calls up his progress when it senses a number close to his last reading.

Grab-It-All

The Craftsman Figure-Eight is the most versatile wrench available. Each end of the one-foot tool has two swive-ling heads of different sizes. Each head's teeth grip round, square or hexagonal bolts.

Blow LightThe LuminAID lamp can light up an entire tent and compress to the size of a billfold. Campers inflate the one-quart polycarbonate bag and turn on an LED to create a 35-lumen glow.

Road ReadyThe K-30 is the only consumer DSLR built to weather sandstorms, downpours and other extreme condi-tions. Pentax designers backed the 16-megapixel camera's seams and lens mount with dense, water-repellent foam so that dust and moisture can’t get inside.

Grill TrackerThe CyberQ grill monitor prevents barbecue pits from fizzling out. It’s equipped with a set of heat probes, which track temperature, and a fan, which automati-cally turns on to act as a bellows when heat drops.

Sound Cushion

The P3 conforms to the listener’s ears better than other headphones. Designers cushioned the earcups with memory foam, which molds to the ears and creates a seal that helps keep out ambient noise.

Flavor ExtractorThe Stem turns any piece of citrus into a spray bottle. To extract juice, users pierce a fruit’s skin and pump the spray nozzle, which is attached to a tiny juicer that squeezes moisture out of the fruit.

To-Go TopperThe Ecotop makes any coffee mug portable and more leak-resistant. Users press the polypropylene lid onto any three-inch mug, and a pair of silicon gaskets seal the rim.

Latest Gadgets &

Gizmos


Carrera y Carrera and Olivia Palermo present Música in Moscow

The presentation for the new collection Música from the jewelry house Carrera y Carrera was held by the banks of the Moskva River, not far from the symbolic and monumental

sculpture of Peter the Great. The guests at the celebration personally greeted Olivia Palermo, the muse and

face of the collection, and Irina Golitsina, the General Director of Car-rera y Carrera in Russia.

The exclusive party was an excellent reason for Olivia Palermo's first visit to Moscow.

Alika Smekhova Snezhana Georgieva Oksana On Olivia PalermoYana Valencia

Olivia Palermo

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FALL 2012


Mamas & Papas launches Autumn collection for little ones

Dress your tiny tots this season in gorgeous outfits and cosy casuals and make them look more adorable.

A lot is on offer to choose from this season with Ma-mas and Papas fantastic boys and girls fashion collection or from the limited edition ranges for the budding little fashionistas.

For girls, gorgeous garments are brought to life with cute embroidery and print detailing making them simply irre-

sistible. Frills and bows adorn pretty dresses, tunics and cardigans, lending that feminine touch for your trendy little princess to steal the show. For boys, each gar-ment is designed with lots of signature detailing such as oversized pockets, prints and appliqués to make sure he is dressed perfect for every occasion.

Mini fashionistas are sure to stand out in the crowd in the special Limited Edition collection with unique, tailored pieces to suit every occasion. The feminine color palette

for little girls ranges from muted tones of purple, grey to pale pinks. Cardigans, leggings and tops can be mixed together to create lots of different dress options. Floral prints mixed with stars and stripes are complemented by exquisite details like crochet trims and embroidery patterns, ensuring each piece is worthy of its place in the Limited Edition collection. Cool and quirky little boys can also be spoilt for choice with trendy outfits to choose from the new Autumn Limited Edition Collection.

Though her main passion is shoes, Parikka’s creative process goes beyond them. She has also a glorious range of accessories that dance along to the joy-ful rhythms of her playful world. Butter-soft leather gloves and charming bags help to make up her jigsaw of humorous, intelligent and sophisticated pieces. In summer 2012, she let her creativity glide even further to introduce her new stunning range of wallets.

Minna Parikka wallets are made by hand in a small workshop in Andalucia, Spain.

INTRODUCINGMINNA PARIKKA

WALLETS & SCARVES

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Mamas & Papas launches Autumn 2012 collectionMamas & Papas are proud to present their chic Autumn maternity wear collection which is packed full of stylish pieces that can be mixed and matched with ease.

There are certain ‘Must Have’ items that every woman needs in her wardrobe and this is no different when you are pregnant. From a trusty 24/7 dress that can be worn from day to night, to a staple white shirt, Mamas and Papas has designed key ‘Must Have’ pieces that are easy, versatile, and essential for every mum-to-be. All styles are specifically designed and fitted to deliv-

er comfort and style throughout your pregnancy.

Try out the classic and timeless cardigan that will live on in your wardrobe even after your baby is born. From the very essential ‘Little Black Dress’ to the most versatile maternity skirt, the range offers many maternity pieces that you just can’t live without!

‘Denim’ is key in every woman’s wardrobe and finding the perfect pair of jeans is even more im-portant when you become pregnant. Not only is the style vital, but comfort is a necessity, which is why we have created a wide range of different

fits. From skinny to boyfit, available in over the bump and under the bump choices, Mamas and Papas is really geared to meet your denim needs.

Also on offer is the much-wanted ‘Fashion Collec-tion’, which has exciting catwalk inspired pieces ensuring style in sync with ease throughout your pregnancy and beyond.

Visit any of the Mamas and Papas store today to browse through the latest collection and update your wardrobe!

Holiday Shoes By OliveiraFresh, fun and fabulously unique, Galle is the perfect shoe for summer days and balmy nights. The soft, small-wedged sole is teamed with a cute and comfy pom-pom toe post, offering an eye-catching alternative to traditional flip-flops or sandals. Available in three vibrant colour combinations, this season's dilemma is which shoes to choose!


Vibrant, versatile and dainty with 2½" kitten heels, Caparica offers a fresh twist on summer sandals and looks simply amazing with dresses, cigarette pants or jeans. Available in four attractive colours, each individual pair is handmade in soft leather to ensure comfort and style wherever they take you this season.

Amora fits summer occasions like a satin slipper. This shoe of sheer beauty, with silky cream 3¾" heels, shimmering strap detail and a twinkling diamante toe post, is handmade for sublime comfort, and are so light and dainty that it's easy to forget they are on.

Lisboa is a design that dares to be different, in a safari leopard print that exudes kittenish allure.

After dark, step into the spotlight with Colombo, stunning 3¾" heels that add show-stopping sparkle to holiday eveningwear.

You can choose from Maria's full collection of handmade 'toe post' shoes on the Oliveira website, www.oliveira.uk.com

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Blue jeans may be the most famous and traditional kind, but keeping den-im interesting for the coming cold season means mixing it up with colour. Whether it's a statement red or an earthy, autumnal tone, coloured jeans are a worthwhile investment for your casual wardrobe.

Blue jeans are famous as workwear, as a staple of America’s Old West; they were a symbol of youth culture and rebellion in the 1950s and 60s and they’ve been sung about by the likes of Neil Diamond through to Lana Del Rey. But as much as we still love to get our blue jeans on, keep-ing denim alive means mixing it up. And in so far as fall 2012's fashion trends go, that means colour.But what colour jeans to invest in for the coming cold months? Read on to find out.

Contrasting to the neons and pastels of spring, col-oured denim for fall / winter moves to autumnal hues. Look out for organic, earthy tones that take their cues from nature: moss green, sandy neutrals, clays and rust tones all reflect wider fall 2012 color trends in an on-trend way.

If you were to single out one of the season’s must-have colours, you’d end up pointing a finger towards the red-purple part of the colour spectrum. Burgundy plays well with so many colours in your existing ward-robe: navy blue, chocolate brown, forest green and cobalt amoung them. Any wine-like colour will work, be it a deep maroon or a more purplish grape.

Earth tonesIf you were to single out one of the season’s must-have colours, you’d end up pointing a finger towards the red-purple part of the colour spectrum. Burgundy plays well with so many colours in your existing ward-robe: navy blue, chocolate brown, forest green and cobalt amoung them. Any wine-like colour will work, be it a deep maroon or a more purplish grape.

Burgundy jeans

Burgundy may be the understated winner amongst the red colour spectrum, but if you want to truly make a statement it’s brighter cousins are your friend. Fol-lowing the trend towards red clothing that swept fall’s runways, jeans have also appeared in tones of cardi-nal red through to rich terracotta.

Bright red jeans

Clean, minimal denim styles in dark indigo dye have also made a return. While many think of dark denim as being the ‘smart’ or more formal option, fall 2012 took that notion and twisted it a little by producing relaxed, slouchy styles of jeans in dark hues; the sharpness of the fabric being contrasted by the softness of the fit.

Dark denim jeans

Jeans don’t have to be block coloured in 2012. An-other key trend for the season is mixing up your denim with patterns and prints – none more popular than brocade-style prints (a casual take on neo-Baroque clothing) and florals.

Brocade / floral jeans

Colored jeans: the key denim colors for fall


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Gulf Bank concludes Ramadan Girgai’an Visits

Gulf Bank staff recently visited the second batch of hospitals as part of their an-nual visits to children’s hospital units associated with Kuwait Association for the Care of Children in Hospitals (KAACH), to share the joys of girgai’an with them. Hospital visits started with Ibn Sina, Amiri & NBK and concluded with Farwaniya, Al Razi, Zain, and Jahra Hospital.

These visits created an authentic Ramadan ambience for the children, giving them a chance to enjoy Ramadan by offering them bags filled with Girgai’an treats, in addition to several activities that took place including face painting, henna, hair braiding, as well as interaction with various superheroes from The 99 comic books.

Gulf Bank is committed to maintaining its position as part of Kuwait’s integral social fabric and the Bank perceives such visits as a moral obligation to delivering great spiritual support to these young patients.

JW Marriott Hotel organizes exclusive Ramadan Ghabqa for the media

The JW Marriott Kuwait City Hotel held an exclusive Ramadan Ghabka for members of the press at the hotel’s distinctive Ramadan Tent “Layaly JW Marriott El Rama-daniya”. The elegant annual event, held at the hotel’s large Al Jahra Ballroom on the first floor was sponsored by - KEMS Zajil, Boadicea The Victorious (part of Al Arbash Group), Etihad Airways, Tanagra, Obagi Medical, Jothens Gallery, Yacoub Behbehani and Sons, Damas Jewelers, Fresh Look Contact Lenses, Sebamed, FRED sunglasses, IKEA, Kefan Optics and Kuwait Swiss Centre .

The annual Ramadan Ghabqa was organized to thank the members of the press for their continuous support towards all activities undertaken by the JW Marriott Kuwait City Hotel.

The guests were welcomed by Mr. George Aoun, Cluster General Manager along with the entire team at Kuwait Marriott Hotels.

The guests enjoyed shisha with different flavors, traditional Ramadan drinks served during the holy month and much more. In the background musicians played authen-tic Arabic numbers to the delight of the audience. A raffle draw with expensive gifts like airline tickets, jewelry and spa treatments was conducted as well.

Kuwait’s Fehaid Al-Deehani wins a Bronze MedalKuwaiti shooter Fehaid Al-Deehani snatched the bronze medal of the Men's Trap competition of the London 2012 Olympics yesterday. Al-Deehani was forced to play extra shootings with Australian Olympic Champion Michael Diamond after 145 out 150 shoots draw.

REEBOK GIVES WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE EAST FLEXIBILTY FOR ANYTHING

The new RealFlex apparel col-lection, now available for the first time in the Middle East, is designed for women who want total flexibility, comfortable and ergonomic construction in their training apparel.

Designed with natural move-ment in mind, just like the Real-Flex footwear range introduced in 2011, the new RealFlex AW12 collection for women has been designed in a variety of feminine colours with longer fit and minimal seams flattering the female form.

Since 2011, Reebok has ex-tended its design focus on natural movement to this full range of performance training apparel. RealFlex is specifically designed to help maximize your range of motion with clean er-gonomic lines and technology for optimal performance.


67August 2012

مقيمون في الكويت يفوزون بجوائز في مسابقة كانون الشرق األوسط اإلقليمية "عالم ديناميكي 2012

أعلنت كانون عن فوز مصّور فوتوغرافي من الكويت، طارق العبيد، بجائزة "أحسن صورة في الكويت" في مسابقتها والتي والفيديو الفوتوغرافي التصوير في اإلقليمية حتمل عنوان "عالم ديناميكي" حيث دعت كانون املواهب الديناميكية اللحظات أفضل التقاط إلى املنطقة في ناشئ، أفالم صانع فوز عن أعلنت كم املنطقة. في الفيديو من خالل الثالثة في فئة باجلائزة سعيد حسني، هذه تنظيم متّ احلركة". خضّم في "الكويت مشاركته بالتعّرف على املتواصل كانون التزام من املسابقة كجزء املواهب الفوتوغرافية الناشئة، وقد شهدت مشاركة أكثر

من ألف شخص من 13 بلد.

وقد وّفرت مسابقة هذه السنة منّصة فريدة للهواة حيث على والفيديوي الفوتوغرافي التصوير اختيار من متّكنوا السواء كوسيلة تعبير. وال شّك في اّن إضافة فئة الفيديو تأتي ترجمة لتوّجه مزيد من هواة التصوير إلى استخدام لتسجيل العاكسة األحادية العدسة ذات الكاميرات

مقاطع فيديو عالية الوضوح.

مدير فيربروغي، هندريك السيد اإلطار هذا في وعّلق إفريقيا وشمال األوسط الشرق لكانون التسويق قسم الفوتوغرافي التصوير في الطليعة كانون "تتصّدر قائالً: املنطقة في الفوتوغرافي التصوير بدعم ملتزمة وهي وجعله في متناول اجلميع. لقد كان مستوى الصور التي

عن وعّبر جداً عالية جودة ذات الكويت من تقدميها متّ املهارات البصرية التي يتمّتع بها املشاركون حيث جنحت واحليوية الديناميكية الروح بالتقاط املشاركات جميع في مدينتهم في جزء من الثانية، وهو جزء يخبر حكاية

مختلفة وفريدة."

بجودة الفيديو تصوير "إّن قائالً: فيربروغي وأضاف للمصّورين جديدة إمكانيات أتاحت قد الوضوح عالية الفوتوغرافيني اللتقاط رواياتهم ومشاركتها مع احلفاظ التبّدل. سريع رقمي مشهد في باملوضوع وثاقتها على من مجموعة أكبر ومتلك اجملال هذا في رائدة فكانون العاكسة األحادية العدسة ذات الرقمية الكاميرات مع بتفاعلنا فخورون وإننا الفيديو، لتصوير واملصّممة

املواهب احمللية من أجل تطوير إبداعهم البصري."

ومن جانبها، قالت تونيا كولسون، أحد أفراد جلنة احلكم: "كّنا نبحث في هذه املسابقة عن صور تلتقط روح العالم الديناميكي. وكنت أتطّلع بشكل خاّص إلى صور تلتقط والزمان، املكان في ومشاعرها حركتها بكامل اللحظة باملكان الشعور هذا نقلت قد الفائزة الصور وجيع

والزمان، وشّكلت نافذة إلى عالم املصّور الديناميكي."

املشاركات، من وغيرها الفائزة املشاركات على لالّطالع عبر األوسط الشرق لكانون الصغري املوقع زيارة تُرجى http://canondynamicworld.com/gallery :الرابط التالي

VIVA Celebrates its EmployeesDuring its annual Ramadan Ghabqa, entitled ‘Thank you

VIVA Family’

In celebration of the Holy month of Ramadan, Kuwait's newest and most advanced mobile telecommunica-tions service provider, VIVA, organized its annual Ram-adan Ghabqa event for its employees, entitled 'Thank you VIVA family', at the Sheraton hotel on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 in a pleasant evening filled with excit-ing surprises.

The event, themed “Thank you VIVA Family” in recog-nition of the company’s employees and their efforts, was attended by VIVA's Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Salman Bin Abdul Aziz Al Badran, management from all sectors and departments, along with the company’s employees, in an effort to reinforce relations

The Ramadan Ghabqa was commenced with a welcome speech by VIVA’s CEO: “I would like to wish each and every member of the VIVA family good health, hap-piness, and prosperity. We chose the theme “Thank you VIVA Family” for this year’s Ghabqa to express our deep appreciation for all the hard work put in by each and every one of you. We would like to thank you all for your devotion and commitment to elevating and im-proving our company's performance since the launch of our commercial operations over three years ago. Our success has only been possible due to the great team work and unity of the VIVA family."

The evening started with a short documentary which highlighted VIVA’s main achievements during the past three years, followed by the Zen Balance Act, an ex-pressive presentation that exhibits the unity amongst VIVA’s family.

Marina FM’s renowned radio host, Osama Fouda and the renowned actor Dawood Hussein, were both present, performing live and entertaining the attendees. In addition, the Islamic Macedonian chanter of Turkish origin, Mesut Curtis, impressed the crowd with his powerful voice and passionate religious chants. Furthermore, many exciting competitions were arranged for the employees, with the evening coming to an end with a raffle draw and exciting prizes.


69August 2012

Even More Personality and Style - The All-new Chrysler 300C Executive

Is Now Available in Kuwait

With its dramatic styling and world-class power, the Chrysler 300 has appealed to people of all lifestyles since 2005. Now, with unique luxury and style ap-pointments, the all-new 2012 Chrysler 300C Executive Series broadens the appeal of the Chrysler brand’s flagship sedan with even more style while delivering world-class refinement, materials and grand-touring performance.

Designed to be the most luxurious Chrysler flagship sedan ever, the all-new Chrysler 300C Executive Se-ries combines ultra-premium leather - once limited to some of the most exotic Italian luxury cars - with world-class refinement and handling, state-of-the-art safety and connectivity features and the legendary 363 horsepower 5.7-litre HEMI® V8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology.

“For us, it’s not only about making the all-new Chrysler 300C great for a segment, it’s about tailoring it for an individual . . . the businessman . . . the outperformer . . . the trendsetter,” said Maher Abu Shaaban, Deputy GM of Sales and Marketing at Al Mulla&Behbehani Mo-tor Company (MBMC), the sole distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep® and Ram in Kuwait. “And our special Ramadan offer means that you can own this outstand-ing vehicle for as little as KD 13,399 with 2 years com-prehensive service, free registration and insurance, highest trade in values and easy, flexible financing options.”

The 2012 Chrysler 300C Executive Series makes a statement with all of its appointments and contrasts. With hand-sanded real wood accents, hand-stitched Italian leather dash, two-tone ultra-soft Nappa leather seats, uniquely polished 20-inch wheels and state-of-the-art Uconnect® Touch, our flagship provides pas-sengers with the sense of pure old-school craftsman-ship combined with innovative technology.

Alshamel Travel Welcoming Ramadan with Omrah Packages

Alshamel Travel, the leading travel management company across the Middle East region, is welcoming the holy month of Ramadan with the introduction of its all new Omrah package. Promoted in Kuwait, UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, the package is offering Alshamel customers unique travel services starting from airline bookings and accommodation to full board meals including Iftra and Souhor in some cases.

Being the leaders in travel management services, Alshamel realized the importance of religious tourism in this region es-pecially in seasons like Ramadan. Relying on its expertise in this field, the company extended its services to cover Omrah journeys to the holy land of Mecca, offering its customers a relaxing experience where they can enjoy the spiritual atmos-phere of the Holy Month.

After its recent rebranding campaign, Alshamel Travel is taking one more step forward towards enhancing the quality and the value of its services. “Introducing new products such as Omrah will enhance Alshamel’s leadership position in the marketplace,” added Al-Ghanim

“We want to celebrate the holy month with our customers in a special way this year and our Omrah packages are for sure the best way to do so,” he concluded.

Small And Medium Sized Businesses Set to Benefit with Launch of Sam-

sung’s New Range of Printers

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today an-nounced their new Samsung CLP-415 and CLX-4195 seriesA4 color laser printers. The printers are de-signed to help small offices, home offices (SOHO) and small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) streamline their workflow and increase their printing productivity.

The Samsung CLP-415 and CLX-4195 series print-ers are the new fleet of powerfulcolor laser printers that not only offer a compact and ergonomic design but also superior color quality. Both printers provide built-in network and user-friendly printing solutionsfor budget-minded SOHO/SMBs. The Samsung CLX-4195 is a multi-functional laserprinter seriesthat streamlines workflow and helps ensures that the office print op-eration is working efficiently. With print, copy, scan and fax functionality, the CLX-4195 offers flexibility and lets users work with minimal barriers. A host of innovative features such as ID Copy, N-up copy, Scan-to-email and the convenient PC fax functionality help ensure that a workforce has the necessary functionality needed to thrive in the modern world of business.

TROPFEST Arabia Announces 2012 Esteemed Judging Panel

TROPFEST Arabia, the Arabic version of the world’s largest short film festival, has announced today that Kuwaiti film producer and director, Amer Al Zuhair, will represent Kuwait on the judging panel for the second edition of TROPFEST Arabia, which will take place on 26th October 2012on the Abu Dhabi Corniche.

Amer Al Zuhair is a well-known Kuwaiti producer and director who created the famous “When the People Spoke” documentary series.The three part series came out in 2007 and received recognition for shed-ding light on sensitive topics. Al Zuhair has become a source of inspiration and encouragement for aspiring filmmakers in Kuwait and across the region.

Joining Al Zuhair on the judging panel are a number of celebrated actors, filmmakers, producers and direc-tors from across the Middle East, including Emirati ani-mator and Chairman of Lammtara, Mohammed Saeed Harib; Jordanian actress and producer, Seba Mubarak; Syrian actress and filmmaker, Kinda Alloush; Egyptian writer and director, Amr Salama; Lebanese musician and composer, Khaled Mouzanar; and Saudi Arabia’s first female filmmaker, Haifaa Al Mansour.


69August 2012


71August 2012

1. H2O is liquid, but H2S is what?

2. Which sulfur has needle shaped crystals?

3. Gold paint is made from?

4. Name a reducing agent?

5. Name the dehydrating agent?

6. Name a bleaching agent?

7. A rain coat is made up of what?

8. Which element on adding to natural rubber makes it less sticky

in hot weather and less hard in cold weather?

9. Which chemical causes Minimata disease?

10. absence of cobalt in minute quantities in human body causes

what?

11. Which element can easily form chains?

12. Oxygen can accept electron from all elements except what?

13. Which element is used as an antichlor?

14. Which is the most reactive element in sixth group?

15. Which is the smallest atom in sixth group element?

16. All the oxide which contains two atoms of oxygen in a molecule

is called what?

-------------- CHEMISTRY QUIZ ----------------

HOMEWORKFOR GROWN UPSEVERYTHING YOU LEARNED AT SCHOOL... BUT CAN YOU REMEMBER?

ANSWERS: 1.Gas, 2.Prismatic, 3.Copper, 4.Hydrogen sulfide, 5.Sulfuric

acid, 6.Sulfur di oxide, 7.Polychloroethene, 8.Sulfur, 9.Mercury, 10.Perni-

cious anemia, 11.Carbon, 12.Fluorine, 13.SO2, 14.Oxygen, 15.Oxygen,

16.Di oxides

HIDDEN BEASTS AND INSECTS

ANSWERS: SUSHI, FOURTH, PERMIT, LOGIC, SWIVEL

JUMBLED WORDSS H U I S

T R U F O H

T E R M P I

G I L O C

S L V I E W

Hidden in the name of each living thing pictured here is the name of a different living thing. For example, con-cealed in the name "fox" is the word "ox." Can you find

the animals hidden in the other names?

ANSWERS: 1.F[OX]; 2.ELEPH[ANT]; 3.W[ASP]; 4.W [HIPPOJORWILL; 5.[PIG]EON; 6.[BEEJTLE; 7.BUTTERFFLYJ; 8.(BULL]FROG; 9.CRO[COD]ILE.

1. FOX 2. ELEPHANT

3. WASP 4. WHIPPORWILL

5. PIGEON 6. BEETLE 7. BUTTERFLY

8. BULLFROG 9. CROCODILE


71August 2012

CITYGUIDE

Hotels

Costa Del Sol Hotel1 830 083................................

Courtyard by Marriott22997000................................

Crowne Plaza24742000................................

Four Points by Shera-ton

22242205................................Hilton Kuwait Resort

22256222................................Holiday Inn Down Town

1841000................................Holiday Inn Salmiya

1847777................................Imperial Hotel

22528766................................J.W. Marriott22455550................................

Kempinski Julaia1844444................................

Kuwait Palace Hotel22571030................................

Le Royal Arabia22510999................................

HospitalsPrivate

HospitalsPublic

Art Galleries

Museums

Theatres

Car Rentals

Libraries

Abdulaziz HusseinCultural Center

1804500................................Al-Dasma Theater

22521059................................Al-Shameia Theater

24845737................................Al-Tahreer Theater

24813376................................Kuwait Public Theater

24816222................................Kuwait Elizabethans

25631725................................Kuwait Players

25625316

Kuwait National Public Library

22415181................................Kuwait University

Library24816497................................

British Council22515512................................

Library Gulf University22645806................................

Al-Ahmadi Public23987086................................

Al Dae'ah Public22515686................................

Dahiyat Abdulla Al-Salem Public22548878................................

Al-Dasma Public (Woman)22530842................................

Al-Faiha'a Public22540898................................

Al-Farwaniya Public24720570................................

Fahaheel Public23913810................................

Bait Al-Bader Est.22429158

................................Kuwait House Museum

24846336................................

Kuwait National Museum

22451195................................Mohd Al-Shaybani

Museum25320901

................................Tareq Rajab Museum

25339063................................Educational Science

Museum22421268

................................Dar Al Athar Al Islami-

yah22400992

................................KOC Display Centre

23982393................................Popular Traditional

Museum22429158

................................Bayt Al-Qurain

25430343Al-Mulla22421660................................Al-Sayer

22441425................................Al-Zamel Auto Est.

24832626................................Autolease24846999................................

AVIS22465282................................

Budget24810844................................Europcar

24842988................................Hertz

24319326................................International Car Rental

22453827................................

Adan23940600

................................Allergy

24849252................................

Amiri22450005

................................Blood Bank25336538

................................Cancer Control Centre

24849100................................

Chest Diseases24838990/24849400

................................Drug Control24837245

................................Farwaniya Hospital

24883000/24888000................................

Ibn Sina24840300

................................Infectious Dieseases

24870351................................

Islamic Medical Centre24849000

................................Jahra Hospital

24575300................................

Kidney Centre

Dar Al-Shifa22423151................................

Hadi25312555................................Mowasat

25711533................................Rashed

25624000................................Salam

25333177/3254

AL M. GalleryDar Al Mashreq Gallery

Tel: +965 22996447

Fax: +965 22996449

Email: [email protected]

Address: Salhia Complex, Gate 4, Mezanine 2, Place 16.................................Bayt Al Lothan

Tel: +965

Address: Salmiya, Arabian Gulf Road, in the front of Corniche Hotel,

before Marina Mall

................................Boushahri Gallery

Tel:+965 25621119

Address: Salmiya, Baghdad St.36, in the front of Al Laheeb Mosque

................................Contemporary Art

PlatformTel: +965 24925636

Address: Life Center (Industrial Shuwaikh, Block 2, Street 28, Top

floor). The same building as Eureka/Midas.

................................Dar Al Athar Al Islami-

yyahAl Americani Cultural Centre and

Administrative Offices

in the Historic Americani Hospital Buildings

P.O. BOX: 23996, Safat 13100, Kuwait

Tel: (965) 2240 0992

Fax: (965) 2246 7770


................................Dar Al Funoon Gallery

Tel:+ 965 22433138

Address: Al Watiah, Behbehani Compound, House n. 28

................................Dar El Cid


Tel: + 965 25318061

Address: Jabriya, Block 12, Street 1, Bld. 24-25

................................FA Gallery

Tel: +965 22 49 8999

Address: Sharq, Block 2, Gulf road, Villa 76, next to Al Amiri Hospital.

................................Ghadir Gallery

(Kuwaiti artist Thuraya Al Baqsmi )

Tel: +965 2435101, 2426240

Address: Mishref, Block 6, Street 5, Villa No. 40

................................

Museum of Modern Art

Tel: +965

Address: Gulf Road, in the front

of Souq Sharq, close to Maritime

Museum

................................

SADU House – Tradi-tional Textile Arts

Address: Arabian Gulf Road, Next

to the National Museum of Kuwait

Tel:22432395

Fax: 22437532

Email:[email protected]

................................

Sultan GalleryTel: +965 24714325/26 ext. 111

Address: South Sabhan, Block 8,

Street 105Building 168

................................

Tilal Gallery Tel: +965 22256101

Address: Shuwaikh, Jahra Road,

Tilal Complex

22436686

National24343139................................

Rent a Honda24838470................................Sanbouk

22446297

24840027................................

Maternity24848067

................................Military

247299911................................Mubarak Al-Kabir

25312700/9................................

Opthalmology24840300

................................Psychiatric Centre

24843900................................

Quarantine24873272

................................Razi

24846000................................

Sabah24812000/5000

................................Transplant Centre

24840300

Le Royal Tower1831831................................

Movenpick Hotel Kuwait24610033................................

Kuwait Hayat Hotel25634760................................

Oassis Hotel22465489................................

Radisson Blu Hotel25673000................................

Ramada Kuwait Hotel1821111................................

Ritz Sharq Boutique22499911................................

Sheraton Hotel1835555................................

Swiss Belhotel Plaza22436686................................

The Palms Hotel & Spa1824060

Al-Khaldia Public24813331................................

Al-Qadseia Public22515298................................

Rumaitheia Public25610399

Salmiya - Salem Al-Mubarak Street - Galleria 2000, BasementTel. 99842878 , E-Mail: [email protected]

ARIES

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TAURUS

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GEMINI

(May

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CANCER

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LEO

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Horoscopes & Famous Birthdays

You'll be extremely willful and overbearing and find it difficult to get

along with others this month. Any partner will be frustrated with your

unwillingness to cooperate. You'll be argumentative and defensive in

conversation, and insist on having your own way at all costs. But you'll

also be flir tatious and fun-loving, with a desire to be the center of

attention. You could make a new start this month in the realm of love

and romance. There might be a new romantic interest, or else you'll

shower your current main squeeze with gifts and compliments.

The Sun and Mercury in Leo this month will bring good times with

family members and the desire to entertain at home. You may want to

host a games night or show off your cooking talents to your friends.

A New Moon in your home and family sector will help you inspire and

motivate your parents, children, or other family members. A Full Moon

in Aquarius on August 1 could bring some challenges regarding your

career. You might have to prove yourself to an authority or work hard-

er to get ahead. You'll be busy at work all month.

Venus will be in your sign until August 7. The energy of the planet of

love will help you attract romance and ensure smooth interpersonal

relations. Then you may have to watch your spending when Venus

moves to your money sector. Mercury and the Sun in Leo over the next

few weeks will help you enjoy the company of relatives and neighbors.

A party would be a great idea. You'll be the one to make the arrange-

ments and contact everyone. Do this after Mercury turns direct on

August 8 and you'll experience fewer hassles.

You'll be overly generous this month and prone to spending money on entertainment and luxuries. Venus moves to your sign on August 7, however, and you'll be able to attract what you need, whether physical or emotional. Others will be at ease in your presence and love your gentle ways. Jupiter, Mars, and Saturn will be in the sign of Libra to bring conflict and power struggles within the family and at home. A great deal of tact and diplomacy will be needed in order to avoid pointless arguments. Venus will help you foster harmony and mitigate frustration and anger.

Mercury and the Sun will be in your sign this month, bringing out your ability to charm and entertain people. You'll be the life of the party and generous with others. This would be a good time to attend social events and organize fun activities for friends and family. Jupiter, Mars, and Saturn will be in your sector of relatives, neighbors, and com-munity. You could be busy helping others or being their motivating force. Uranus in the sign of Aries and your sector of communication, education, and travel will make you restless and eager for change is these areas of your life.

The Sun moves to your sign on August 22, bringing a sense of well-being and confidence. You'll be very critical of yourself and others at the same time, however, and your expectations will be high. You might tend to obsess about health matters. Your ruler Mercury is retrograde in Leo until August 8. Expect some frustration over lost information, miscommunication, and things that are totally out of your control. A Full Moon in your work sector on August 1 could bring difficulties with technology and unsettling changes in the office. Uranus in Aries and Pluto in Capricorn will continue to cause romantic and financial stress.

A Full Moon on August 1, New Moon on August 17, and second Full Moon on August 31 - the famous "blue Moon" - infuse the month with en-thusiasm and excitement. Creative projects that had been on hold or uncertain could be launched now. The best time for this would be when Mer-cury turns direct on August 8. Finances are a top priority in August. As the Sun moves into Virgo, the sign of practical intelligence, you could find that you're on track and making the right deci-sions. With combative Mars in Scorpio on August 25, you're a worthy opponent for any competi-tion in your arena.

Barack Obama4th August

Kim Cattrall21st August

Blake Lively25th August

Bill Clinton19th August

Mila Kunis14th August


Horoscopes & Famous Birthdays LIBRA

(September 23 - October 22)

SCORPIO

(October 23 - November 21)

SAGITTARIUS

(November 22 - Decem

ber 21)

CAPRICORN

(December 22 - January 19)

AQUARIUS

(January 20 - February 18)

PISCES

(February 19 - March 20)

This will be a banner month for you with Jupiter, Mars, and Saturn all moving through your sign. This will be difficult energy at times, though, and you'll always have to be aware of your behavior. There will be a strong need for control, and you could be more assertive than usual. However, if you aren't used to being decisive and acting with confidence, your behavior may come across as too strong. Be diplomatic and you'll succeed. Uranus in Aries will make you uneasy. Mercury and the Sun in Leo will bring good times and fun with your friends and associates.

Mercury and the Sun will be in the sign of Leo most of the month, so

you could experience tension and stress over career matters. Mercury

will be retrograde until August 8, possibly leading to lost data, mis-

communication, and frustration. Venus moves to the sign of Cancer

on August 7 and bring out sensitivity to others and the desire to do

some creative writing. A Full Moon in Aquarius on August 1 could bring

tension and stress at home and frustration with a family member. This

could be the catalyst you need to make some changes.

Three planets in Libra this month will put an emphasis on coopera-

tion and being a team player. You'll undertake projects with friends

and associates, and you must be willing to pull your weight and take

the lead on some tasks. A Full Moon in Aquarius on August 1 could

bring a tense situation where you need to help a relative, neighbor, or

someone in your community. Mercury and the Sun in Leo may bring a

chance to travel or relax and have fun. You may not be able to go far,

but you'll make the most of your downtime.

Venus moves to Cancer to oppose your sign as of August 7. This gen-

tle planet will help you relate to others better, but you must be willing

to be supportive and uncritical. If you're in a relationship, feelings of

love will intensify when Venus opposes Pluto around the middle of the

month. Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will be Libra, putting an emphasis

on your career. You'll be able to make slow progress even if you're

impatient to implement changes. Uranus in Aries and your home and

family sector could bring changes that are out of your control.

With Mercury and the Sun in Leo this month, you'll be a better commu-nicator and affectionate with your spouse or other people. However, a Full Moon in your sign on August 1 may bring an overpowering need for freedom and independence. Relationships could be strained as a result. A few heavy planets in Libra will bring restless energy as well as responsibilities that will keep you in one place. You'll have a strong urge to travel, but it may not be feasible at this time. Venus in Gemini until August 7 will foster pleasant romantic encounters and bring out your artistic abilities.

Your ruler Neptune is retrograde and nearing the cusp of your sign again. This planet brings out compassion, creativity, and spirituality, but you could have trouble dealing with the details of everyday life. You might feel spaced out or have memory lapses. Your inner life will be spectacular, however. Venus in Gemini until August 7 will put a strain on family interactions, but compromise and tact can restore the peace. Work will be busy, and you could be unproductive this month due to several distractions. A New Moon in Leo will help you learn to have fun at the office.

Halle Berry14th August

Richard Gere31st August

HulkHogan11th August

Madonna16th August

Robert DeNiro17th August

Cameron Diaz30th August

Antonio Banderas 10th August 73

August 2012


75August 2012

Kuwait City - Salmiya - Egaila

Galleria 2000, Salmiya

360O Mall Level 3

Fahaheel & Jabriya

Kuwait University(Communications Department)

(British School of Kuwait)

Hawally - Zawya Center

(Kuwait International Airport)

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Entering Segafredo Zanetti espresso coffee shop is an experience worth living. It’s the pleasure of finding all the warmth of Italian tradition in one sip. In its more than 800 inter-national coffee shops; espresso is prepared and served in the best way. The Coffee shop is the ideal place to celebrate the ritual of coffee. A ritual that is repeated every day, every mo-ment, in every place.

il vero espresso italiano

SALMIYA - Al-Fanar Mall - Tel. 25715577 - 25712541 FAHAHEEL - Al-Kout Mall - Tel. 23930115 - 23930114

HAWALLY - Al-Plaza Complex - Tel. 22639978SHARQ - Dar Al-Awadhi - Tel. 55790940

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UN ESPRESSO, PER FAVOREAN ESPRESSO, PLEASE


75August 2012

Entering Segafredo Zanetti espresso coffee shop is an experience worth living. It’s the pleasure of finding all the warmth of Italian tradition in one sip. In its more than 800 inter-national coffee shops; espresso is prepared and served in the best way. The Coffee shop is the ideal place to celebrate the ritual of coffee. A ritual that is repeated every day, every mo-ment, in every place.

il vero espresso italiano

SALMIYA - Al-Fanar Mall - Tel. 25715577 - 25712541 FAHAHEEL - Al-Kout Mall - Tel. 23930115 - 23930114

HAWALLY - Al-Plaza Complex - Tel. 22639978SHARQ - Dar Al-Awadhi - Tel. 55790940

SHAAB AL-BAHRI - Layla Harmony - Tel. 22656022

FREE DEL IVERYً خدمة التوصيل مجانا

KUWAIT MADRID CAPETOWN PARIS SAUDI ARABIA BOLOGNA MILANO MIAMI AMSTERDAM MUNCHEN BRUXELLES KUALA LUMPUR BERLIN SALZBURG SYDNEY LONDON QATAR

No one knows coffee the way we do

UN ESPRESSO, PER FAVOREAN ESPRESSO, PLEASE

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