studentalk #170 - september 2015

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Issue 170 - September 2015 - Complimentary Copy

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Today is in Our Hands

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Dear Students, Welcome to a new university year!!How exciting!!You are getting closer to your graduation day, and before you know it, university days will be nothing but a memory…So, my students, today is your chance to create beautiful, memorable moments. This month’s cover story features LoYAC with their motto: “Today is in our HANDS”.And indeed it is. The Loyacees believe in it, and thus they live by it and make it happen.They work, they help, they volunteer, they enjoy while giving joy. And you can be a Loyacee whether you join their organization or not. Today, you can just study or you can decide to learn;you can just learn or decide to explore your talents;you can do what makes you, and you alone, happy;or you can do what makes many around you happy;You can just smile or you can be an active source of positivity! I personally never regretted anything except the things I did not do, the moments that I took for granted instead of turning them into memories. My students, university days are some of the greatest days in our life, so take benefit from every moment, from every opportunity, and turn them into lasting memories which will be forever cherished. May your year be filled with memorable success,Good luck with your studies, Till the next issue,

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Are you interested in volunteering? What about theatre? Okay, do you love sports? Well, whatever it is, LOYAC is here for you! LOYAC is a familiar name around us all as they continue to empower the youth and help the citizens of Kuwait to improve in whatever they are passionate about. Let’s take a look at some of their members and how LOYAC has helped shape them into the people that they are today!

Here’s a short description of each of the departments that the students took part in:

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Today is in Our Hands

LOYAC

Youth InitiativesLOYAC’s Youth Initiatives in an entrepreneurial project aiming at helping the youth in Kuwait create their own opportunities for peace and prosperity. It gives the youth the chance to explore their entrepreneurial spirit, enhance their creativity, empower their teamwork skills, and encourages them to contribute to their community.

Pennsylvania School for Global Entrepreneurship (PSGE)The PSGE is a unique, five-week, residential summer program for high school students (ages 16-18) that is held at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA. This program brings together Pennsylvania students with international students from all regions of the world.

Service is My JoyService is My Joy provides the youth opportunities to volunteer in various community centers in Kuwait. This program serves a wider age bracket of 6-26 years and is open to all nationalities and is conducted twice a year in Spring and Winter.

AC Milan Soccer SchoolThe LOYAC AC Milan Soccer School aims to provide the youth with an open environment in which they can get training and development in soccer from willing and well-qualified coaches. This collaboration will provide the youth of Kuwait with innovative and personalized training methods from world class AC Milan trainers.

Kuwait for Kenya (K4K)The aim of the K4K Project is to help Kenyans help themselves with a focus on women and youth. K4K works closely with disadvantaged communities to establish sustainable projects that contribute to alleviate poverty and give the people access to basic life and health services.

LOYAC Academy for Performing Arts (LAPA)LAPA is the first academy in Kuwait that caters to all aspects of the performing arts such as music, dance and theatre. LAPA strives to provide the youth with unique opportunities to help them evolve into highly effective young leaders.

Summer ProgramThe Summer Program is a full structured program that includes internship opportunities, certain volunteering hours, basic skills workshops, in addition to interesting and valuable weekly meetings, numerous engaging activities and competitions during the program.

Shabab in ServiceShabab in Service looks for young and energetic volunteers who are able to participate in the wide array of activities that are provided by LOYAC.

We asked the students:Tell us a little about yourself and how has LOYAC been able to help you?

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Name: Hayah Al-Shihabi Program: Youth InitiativeAnswer: I’m Kuwaiti and 18-years-old. LOYAC has helped me a lot and has assisted me in finding jobs while studying. Furthermore, LOYAC helped me in terms of teamwork and presentations, which is something vital in the real world.

Name: Faysal Abu El Jebain Program: Pennsylvania School for Global Entrepreneurship (PSGE)Answer: I’m 17-years-old and was part of LOYAC for 2 years. They offered me an opportunity to be a part of their summer program in Sheraton while also being part of the PSGE program where I was able to learn from people with real-life expertise.

Name: Mohammed Al-Jassim Program: AC Milan Soccer SchoolAnswer: I’m 14-years old and, before joining, I struggled a lot with my confidence in football but joining LOYAC and the AC Milan community here, I was able to improve and show exactly how good I am.

Name: Somaya Yousef Program: LOYAC Academy for Performing Arts (LAPA)Answer: I joined LAPA a year ago and was able to perform on stage. This alone has opened many different opportunities to a point where a professional director saw me and gave me the chance to participate in a show during Ramadan called “Al Noor”.

Name: Abdul Latif Ghani Program: LOYAC Academy for Performing Arts (LAPA)Answer: I’m a very musical person and LOYAC has opened many doors for me. I was able to take courses with professional musicians and improve my passion further.

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Name: Fatima Dashti Program: Kuwait for Kenya (K4K)Answer: I studied Computer Engineering and I joined K4K because I wanted something new and unusual. I wanted to volunteer in something different and this opportunity changed a lot in me and made me appreciate everything around me.

Name: Ruba Al-Mulla Program: Service is My JoyAnswer: I’m 12-years-old and LOYAC has already been able to help me a lot as a part of Little LOYAC’ers. They offer to help me out with any problems that I face while also encouraging me with public speaking, which was one of my main problems before but is a lot better now.

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Name: Saad TayeeProgram: Service is my Joy & AC Milan Soccer SchoolAnswer: LOYAC has helped me become a well-rounded individual. AC Milan has helped me in terms of weight loss as well as getting more in touch with my passion. The community service showed me how the world was and taught me a lot about different countries and places.

Name: Samir Negashi Program: Summer ProgramAnwer: I joined in 2007 in a summer program and continued ever since. It gave me experience and let me understand the work environment. They helped me get a job opportunity at Fouad Al Ghanim & Sons Automotive and I work there full-time now. LOYAC taught me how to deal with everything in a real-life environment, which is extremely important.

Name: Nourhan Al-BadrawiProgram: Shabab In ServiceAnswer: Being an undergraduate doesn’t help when looking for job opportunities. LOYAC has helped me develop so many different skills and improve my work ethic while growing more and more as a person. It’s a wonderful opportunity for everyone.

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Which University Club are you a member of?

WE ASKED

YOU VOTED

A) PoliticalB) EnvironmentalC) Educational

D) Social ActivityE) Artistic

Students Said Polls

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Rawan AUK

Marketing

Abdulrahman Al-GhaithAUK

Accounting

Amr Lotfy AUK

Computer Engineering

SaadAUK

Marketing & Finance

FarisGUSTMIS

JarrahAUK

Accounting

Kassem MakkiAUK

Accounting

Abdel RahmanAUK

Accounting & Finance

Sara Sharara GUST

Finance

Yasmine GUST

Marketing

Fatima Al-SahlawiAUK

Computer Engineering

Ahmad Al-Fadhli GUST

PR

ShahadAUK

Undeclared

Mubarak Al-AneziGUST

PR

Maryam MofeedAUK

Economics & Finance

Mohammed KoujanGUSTMIS

Yousef Al-ZawawiAUK

Finance & Marketing

Bader AlalawiGUST

Accounting

ChoiroukGUST,

Graphic Design

Ahmad Koujan GUST

Accounting

Lina KamalAUK

Economics

Khaled Al-Junaie21

AUKEconomics

Abdulaziz JaberAUK

Communications

Dalal AbdulsalamACK

Electrical Engineering

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Abbas AhmedGUST

Radio & TV Instagram: @abbasahmed10

Abdulrahman QamhiyaGUST

Finance

Fares AyashGUST

MarketingInstagram: @fares_ayash

Ali BeidasGUST

AccountingInstagram: @alibeidas

AmirGUST

Marketing Instagram: @amir_94

Hussein F.AUK

Computer EngineeringInstagram: @bo3alawy

FaythGUST

TV & Radio

Bassel GUST

Radio & TV

FaisalGUST

PRInstagram: @fa9ool_92

BasharGUSTMIS

Instagram: @bashar_90

RawadGUST

Marketing

Mohammad M.GUST

Business

Hadeel El-LiethyGUST

Finance & Accounting

Khaled Al-NoubyACK

Mechanical Engineering Instagram: @k_alnouby

Bader Al-ArefGUST

BusinessInstagram: @boa7med_95

Reem MarafieGUST

English Literature

Rateb ShehadehAUK

CommunicationsInstagram: @ratebbb

Mohammad Salehi GUST

Accounting Instagram: @moalsalhe

Belal El-ArabyAUK

MarketingInstagram: @b_elarabyy

Alex Al-ShayyalGUST

Radio & TV Instagram: @alshayyal

Meshari Al-KhudairACK

Mechanical Engineering Instagram: @malkhudair65

Princess Al-ArissGUST

PR & Advertising

Yousef M.GUST

Visual Communications

Abdulwahab Al-Saad GUST

PR Instagram: @aw_alsaad

Yousef DashtiKU

EnglishInstagram: @y_dashti

Hussain Al-WazzanGUST

AccountingInstagram: @7sain_alwazzan

Dina Al-QenaieGUST

English Literature

Mohammed HusseinAUK

Finance & MarketingInstagram:

@mohammedhussein25795

Ghazi AlbaderAUK

ManagementInstagram: @gb_42

Yousef Khalaly AUK

Marketing Instagram: @ussef_safroot

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WE ASKED

YOU SAIDWhat made you choose the university you are currently enrolled in?

Manar A.AUK

Economics

The environment is a lot more entertaining in comparison to

the other Universities in Kuwait.

Nourah Al-ShammariAUK

Graphic Design

Out of all the Universities in Kuwait, AUK is the most

open-minded and has a good atmosphere.

AhmadGUST

Accounting

One of the major reasons I decided to join GUST is

because of the Anime Club available here.

Farah D.AUK

Accounting

One of the main reasons that I chose to go to AUK is

because a lot of my friends go there as well.

Khaldoun HamedAUK

Marketing

I decided to enroll in AUK because my brother went

there and has told me a lot about it.

Mahdi DaneshiACK

Mechanical Engineering

Because I wanted to be a mechanical engineer and there was only ACK available for that major at the time I graduated

from school.

Ibtihaj GUST

Finance

I chose this University because I see it as one of the best Universities

available here in Kuwait.

Mai KanderiACK

Oil & Gas

I tried my luck by applying to ACK and was able to get in,

which is why I picked it.

Reem Al-KhatibGUST

Finance

GUST offers a great environment and the staff here

are really good.

Jenan HaydarACK

Marketing

I chose this University because of the ambiance it provided. I

always wanted to study in a different type of environment.

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Dawood GUST

Finance

The great environment and the fact that it’s near my

house and offers a well-known certificated are all reasons

why I picked GUST.

George Massoud AUK

MarketingInstagram: @georgemassoud

I believe that AUK offers the best education that you can get here in Kuwait, which is

why I picked it.

Ahmad Al-Bahar GUST

Radio & TVInstagram: @ryok141

GUST has good facilities that are related to disabled

people. Being so, I really appreciated that from them.

Khaled Moustafa AUK

Marketing & Management Instagram: @khaledmmoustafa

The reason I have chosen AUK is because it has a really nice environment and that’s

important when picking your University.

Sara Al-QenaeiAUK

Marketing & ManagementInstagram: @salqenaie

I wanted to study in Kuwait and I liked the atmosphere

here at AUK the most out of all of them.

Ahmed IfsisiAUK

MarketingInstagram: @ifsisii

I chose AUK because I know that it is well certified here

in Kuwait.

Tony CharbineGUST

MarketingInstagram: @teocharbine

Why not? The location and the University itself are great and offer everything that I need.

JarrahACK

Oil & Gas Instagram: @jay_que17

I took a tour around the campus and liked the facilities and also got recommendations

from friends.

Abdullah Al-HaddadAUK

Business ManagementInstagram: @the__bloodsmith

Because of family, friends, good professors, and the high quality

of education offered here.

Ahmad FarhanACK

Mechanical EngineeringInstagram: @afar7an

I chose this because it is the only institution in Kuwait to

offer Aviation as a major.

Hussain Al-BahramiAUK

Accounting Instagram: @kaalbahrami

I chose AUK because of its friendly environment and

the high quality of education offered from the Professors.

Yousef Al-AtwanAUK

Accounting/ MarketingInstagram: @q8bluerose

I went to AUK because of my friends that went there, the

good professors, and the environment.

Hussain AbbasACK

Mechanical Engineering Instagram: @7seen3a9i

I chose ACK because it is the only private College

with mechanical engineering offered in it.

Nasser Hajji GUST

Finance Instagram: @nasserhajji

I chose GUST due to the Professors that are teaching

here with their high experience.

Louie AljbaiGUST

FinanceInstagram: @lowe__jb

A friend of mine called Bashar told me about it and I decided

to join.


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Hussain Al-Banai AUK

Engineering

I live near the University and I have a lot of friends attending it as well.

Sarah Al-MahmoudAUK

English

My major was available here and a lot of my high school friends are here as well.

Jude AlsalehAUK

English & Media Communications

Because my parents did not let me study abroad and AUK was my first

option in Kuwait.

Shaikha Al-Ayoub AUK SBSA

I know a lot of the people that go to AUK and it has a great reputation.

Suzi JaroucheGUST

International Business

GUST is located close to my house and offers the things I need, that’s why

I picked it.

Hatem El-Araby AUK

Accounting & Finance

Graduating from an American University will help me get a decent

job with a decent salary.

Khalid Baz AUK

Accounting & Finance Instagram: @khalidbaz

My friends that attend AUK were the reason why I chose to join it in the end.

Menna Alkhatib AUK

Marketing & Management

Because Kuwait is the country that I live in and my home country was going

through problems at the time.

Jassim Mohammed AUK

Finance Instagram: @jsmohd

In my opinion, AUK is currently the best private University available

in Kuwait.

Khalid Abu Sawa AUK

Marketing Instagram: @abbusawa

I chose AUK because it follows the American system and it’s very close to

my house.

Sulaiman Abu-AbdouGUST

Computer Science

Because it gives a really good certificate and it s better University

than most of the ones in Kuwait.

Hamza Monem AUK

Economics Instagram: @hamzamonem

AUK is easily the best University in Kuwait and that is why I chose it.


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Afnan Al-DaqqaqAUK

Marketing/ Management

I decided to join AUK because it gives everything that I need from

a University.

Nadeem MahrousAUK

MarketingInstagram: @nadeem_mahrous

I joined AUK for the good environment and great education available.

Bader Mostafa AUK

Accounting

When life gives you no other choice, you make use of that choice.

Nadeem Ghader AUK

Accounting Instagram: @nag64

I heard a lot about AUK and its reputation made me want to join it.

Fares Ellabban AUK

ManagementInstagram: @faresellabban

I chose AUK because I had to stay in Kuwait for University and it’s my best

choice here.

Osamah AUK

Finance

The main reason I have decided to join AUK is the friendly atmosphere

it offers.

حياة الطلبة نشطة/ فعاليات

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كلية بوكسهل الكويتخريجات يتجهن لسوق العمل

مجاالت عن له تصريح في عريفة علي الدكتور أوضح العمل لسوق الطالبات تأهيل أن الكلية: لخريجات العمل الكلية بأن منوهًا الكلية إدارة من كبير باهتمام يحظى وأنشطتها التعليمية برامجها تهيكل اإلطار هذا وفي على الحصول من الخريجات يمكن بما المنهجية غير بمجهود الكلية وتقوم هذا مميز وعملي أكاديمي تكوين لتمكين الخريجات من فرص وظيفية حيث تنظم معرضا نوعها من متميزة فرصة يتيح الذي الوظيفية للفرص التعرف أو وظيفة على الحصول في رغبة لديها من لكل على المجاالت الوظيفية المتاحة للطالبات في سوق العمل

المحلي والمهارات الوظيفية المطلوبة.

الفرص معرض فعاليات وضمن الكلية أن إلى وأشار لتدريب الشركات من عدد مع اتفاقيات أبرمت الوظيفية

طالبات وخريجات الكلية وإعدادهن لسوق العمل .

العمل ميدان في هن الكلية خريجات من 40% :أن وأضاف في مختلف القطاعات الحكومية والخاصة كالبنك المركزي KOC، كالـ النفط مجال وفي بوبيان وبنك التمويل وبنك وشركات الوزارات ومختلف Kuwait Petroleum Coيتابعن هن 45% أما الجهات. من وغيررها اإلتصاالت دراستهن الجامعية داخل وخارج الكويت. كما تنظم الكلية وخريجاتها طالباتها لجميع عمل ورش السنة مدار على التعليم مؤسسات مخرجات بين الربط على ركزت والتي الوظيفي للتأهِل أهميتها في تكمن العمِل، وسوق العالي لضمان الوظيفة من خالل ترسيخ مفهوم التنمية اإلدارية مع الخريجات لدى التعليمية القدرات وتنمية المجتمِع في احتياجات لتلبية الكويتية الخصوصيات االعتبار في األخذ

المجتمع في القطاعين العام والخاص.

دائمًا السباقة لها الكويت بوكسهل كلية أن الى مؤكدا العالقات توثيق و الخريجات لتأهيل المبادرة مجال في دولة في التنمية يخدم بما العمل جهات وبين بينها

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Do you ever have those days when you get an idea that you want to accomplish but you can’t make the first step because you need a magic kick such as motivation to start working on the idea and get to your goal? You start to search in blogs, videos, quotes, pictures “How to be motivated?” or “A key to motivation” but all you get is a waste of time and no progress in making your idea come to life. What if you never get that motivation? What if you never get enough of motivation to seek your goal?

The consequences are:

• Someone else who relies on the discipline would get to your goal.

• You would stay in the shadow again.

Motivation is an excuse for you to stay friends with your laziness. When a person lives by a discipline, he wastes no time because a schedule requires him to start working on his dream. I’ve been there. As a student who studies journalism, I’m required to write on different subjects and I have a deadline. I’m not always motivated because, when life is rushing, you have no time to “Google” for motivation. The first time I learned that was when I had to write a short story on a subject “A tale of one picture”. As it was my first writing task at the university that I needed to present in front of the whole group during the next class. I wanted it to be touching, creative and with the moral. Days had passed and I didn’t have any ideas or any motivation that could help me to write the story. The deadline got closer and closer. I had nothing else to do but sit and write. I started with a word. Then a sentence.

Step by step I visualized my story and felt like I was in a parallel universe where I saw and lived at the same time and world as my characters were. Words came to life on my notebook. White pages were filled with the black ink. Voila! The short story was created.

So, in reality, what keeps us from doing what we want to do is not the lack of motivation but the idea of it in other words – our laziness. True motivation could come during the work itself. Once you discipline yourself to take the first step, ideas will invade your mind.

By Mariam Nasser

Motivation or Discipline?

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It’s quite difficult to actually “forget” University even years after graduation, but it’s rare to actually have a lot of good memories that you can look back on after you have graduated! Of course, there are many different ways for someone to remember their university days but here are five great ways for you to have some amazing memories while also getting involved on campus!

Write in a local university publicationLet’s face it: Writing isn’t really everyone’s cup of tea, but why not take a chance and see just how good you are? The universities here offer extra help so, if you’re worried about your English being a little weak or if you have any problems with grammar, then simply go to them and they will be more than willing to assist you with anything! Once it’s published, keep a copy and it will serve as a memory in the future.

Make a movie starring your friends and favorite places!This could sound like something slightly chaotic, especially if you don’t have the necessary materials for this. With that said, you can simply use your phone and take random videos of your favorite places on campus or of you just fooling around with your friends! Copy those videos onto your computer at home or on a hard drive that you can have for many more years. Even though this may sound like a hassle right now, it will surely be worth it in the future.

Teach someone somethingEven though there are a lot of fun memories at university, you have to keep in mind that you’re there to learn. There are many people who face trouble with certain subjects or may be confused about a part so there is no harm in helping others especially since there will come a time where you will be in need of help as well! Teach someone, help them, and they will be grateful for it.

Sit in on a lecture completely out of your fieldExtra knowledge is never harmful so why not take a quick break from your own field in order to learn something new about a major that is completely unrelated? It will help your mind breathe a little since it’s not the same field you’ve been learning everyday while you will come out of the lecture with at least one new piece of knowledge. This is a great way to understand more about different things happening in the world.

5 ways to remember University in the Future!

Remembering University

Apply for internshipsUniversities usually require you to do an internship during your years there but why not take the extra step and try seeing if you can find a job for the summer? Putting aside the fact that this will surely help you on your CV, it will also help you on a personal level as you will learn about how things work in a real-life environment. Everyone wants their breaks and holidays but this will be something you can look back on once you begin your career and be proud that you did it.

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Talent Competition

The Winner for

July/ August 2015Talent Competition:

Ghita Mohammed

Highighting Last Month's Winner

Are you a student in Kuwait with a talent that deserves to be seen? If so then here is your chance, STUDENTALK wants you! Email us at: [email protected]

Tell us more about yourselfMy name is Ghita Mohammed and I am 19 years old. I am currently studying Business Marketing at the Arab Open University. My journey with music started at a very young age and music plays a big part in influencing and shaping me as an individual. I listen to a wide range of music which varies from indie rock, R&B, pop, to almost every other genre. I have always been part of the arts whether it came to singing, dancing, or acting and the stage is a place where I feel you can express whatever you feel and think.

What is your talent?I sing, dance, and act but I focus on singing mostly. I aim to develop my voice further and hopefully start recording my own tracks to share my love of music with everyone.

How did you develop your talent?Practice and more practice. Also, it is very important to listen to your audience, friends, or family about what they think about your performance and how you can improve yourself.

What are your future plans?I recently opened for an international band called “Outlandish” here in Kuwait and I hope to get more opportunities like that. Also, I want to record my own tracks and get not only my message but the message of so many others through music.

Who supported your talent?My friends and family. They push me whenever I feel like quitting or lose hope.

Did you encounter any obstacles?I was stuck for a while and did not feel any motivation or inspiration. I constantly kept thinking that there was no more room for improvement but every time I used to watch other singers on Youtube or any TV shows, I felt like I had to get up and start practicing again.

Any last words for the readers?Don’t let anyone bring you down. There will be a lot of obstacles in pursuing what you want to achieve. If you believe in what you do and you love it, then go for it.

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Tell us more about yourselfMy name is Rateb Shehadeh and I am 20-years-old. I’m an Communications and Media and Marketing major at AUK. After graduation, I want to move on in order to continue my Masters in Canada. I also want to start working somewhere I would enjoy and is a very high-paid job.

What is your talent?My talent is drawing and painting. I like expressing all of my thoughts through my art.

How did you develop your talent?Around two years ago in Jordan, I went to drop my sister at an art studio so she can develop this talent. I never drew or even tried to before. When we went there, I ended up registering at the studio and my sister didn’t! I got inspired and in my first week even though I struggled to even draw basic shapes. I didn’t know I had a talent in me. That studio brought out the talent and I shocked the instructors by what I was capable of drawing. Since then, I completed around 5 paintings and I realized you just need something to make you feel aware about your talents and you need to keep practicing until you feel satisfied with what you do.

What are your future plans?I want to start drawing around 2-3 paintings per month. When I have the number of paintings that I want, I am planning to hopefully begin displaying them in galleries or even have my own gallery to display them there. Perhaps, after that, I can sell them if I feel ready to let go for them.

Who supported your talent?My parents and the feedback that I used to get from my friends and people around me alone was an inspiration for me to keep on going.

Did you encounter any obstacles?In the beginning, I did. There is always an obstacle in the beginning. I faced a lot of them when I entered the course because I didn’t know that I was capable of drawing anything. I kept working on it until I was able to draw successfully. I also fac problems whenever I started a new painting because I do not get satisfied easily and that is an obstacle in itself.

Any last words for the readers?We all have talents, whether or not we are aware of them. There is nothing wrong with trying and you should keep trying until you get satisfied with yourself and what you do.

Vote Now!

RatebShehadeh

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Tell us more about yourselfMy name is Noura Al-Shammari, 21 years old and am a Graphic Design Major Student at the American University of Kuwait. I am very interested in art and music and consider them both very important in my life.

What is your talent?I enjoy painting and drawing and it has shaped me into the person that I am today.

How did you develop your talent?My mom draws so, since I was a kid, I drew with her a lot. I attended AIS for high school and we could only take one elective there. So, I was taking music but I decided to develop my drawing by dropping it and taking art instead.

What are your future plans?I’m applying for art school for my Masters when I graduate and see where the road takes me from there!

Who supported your talent?My mom supported me most of all because it was her passion as well. A lot of people in high school stopped me from taking a different path when I was so close to giving up and showed me that this was the road I was meant to take and not let it go to waste.

Did you encounter any obstacles?Yes, my art teacher wrote on the syllabus that “good is not good enough” and so I ended up trying very hard and it became something I felt forced to do rather than something I enjoy.

Any last words for the readers?Listen to a lots of music! It can open your mind to different apects and clear any type of stress. With that, you are able to concentrate more on your passion, such as it does for art with me. Also, check out my art on my blog! www.nouraalshammariportfolio.blogspot.com

NouraAl-Shammari

www.studentalk-online.com

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The Local Scene Artist of the Month

Tell us a little about yourselfMy name is Ali Sleeq and I’m a Lebanese who has been living in Kuwait all my life. I play the bass but I don’t consider myself a bassist; I consider myself a Blues man. I’ve been playing for 15 years in Beirut and in Kuwait as well as Dubai and other countries. Now, I have a blog about Blues while also being a part of the Blues Foundation in the States. I’m a supporting member of the National Blues Museum. Basically, you can say that I’m a Blues fanatic.

How has this journey of yours begun?When I went to Beirut in 2000, I never played any instruments. During my first semester at University, I saw a local band performing and I liked the crowd and the energy on the stage. I wanted to do what they’re doing. I picked up the bass without any musical background and practiced for a few years. I joined the Music Club at the University and then started my own band. In 2008, I started my own Blues band here which is still the only Blues band ever in Kuwait. Starting in 2012, I became a solo artist.

Why the Blues?When you learn music, the first thing after theory and scales, is Blues. It’s the basis of all music. I started learning it and decided to learn more about this genre. It felt natural to me. I learned about the main players, how it influenced and changed music. When you hear Elvis Presley, you can hear a little of Chuck Berry. You can trace back every musician’s style back to Blues. I stuck there and never moved.

How does music affect you on a personal level?Music is a part of me and I can’t let it go. If I’m not working, I’m always listening to music. It’s an integral part of who I am today.

Who do you look up to?My number one inspiration is Muddy Waters. He is the undisputed king of the Blues, he ‘electrified’ the Blues by adding the electric guitar to this genre simply because he wasn’t able to hear himself play on stage since there were so many people. It exploded from there and grew to what it is today.

As David Mutti Clark said, “And here’s to the blues… The real blues – Where there is a hint of hope in every cry of desperation”. Even if you haven’t listened to Blues music in the past, you actually have… Ali Sleeq continues to revive Blues music in Kuwait and STUDENTALK was able to sit with him to discuss his history with this music.

A talk with the Blues Man

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How do you feel you have been received by the local scene?Kuwait is a small place and you can easily make your mark. I’m the only one playing this type of music and have been playing here for 10 years now so people know who I am and the reception has been wonderful. I’m glad everyone enjoys what I bring to the table.

What is your message?Since I sell myself as a Blues man, my message is to promote the message of the Blues. In this part of the world, it’s not as big as other parts so I want to help bring it to this region.

Any last words?If you’re interested in music, pick it up and don’t hesitate. It’s a long process but it’s worth it. From a Blues perspective, Blues is a feeling and a lifestyle so you have to live a little to feel it and go through certain hardships to make it a little more genuine.

Ali Sleeq holds records for:• Biggest Blues CD Collection in the Middle East• Biggest Blues Magazine Collection in the Middle East• A Growing Vinyl Collection of Blues Music

Connect with Ali Sleeq:Instagram: @alisleeqTwitter: @alisleeqBlog: www.speaktheblues.blogspot.comYouTube: AliSleeqSnapchat: bluesman81

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There are some unique and fresh new looks for the summer from Limelight! Get your summer on for the next few months and make sure that you make some time to visit them as soon as possible!

Visit the Limelight stores located at The

Avenues Mall, The Gate Mall, Arraya

Mall, Salhiya Complex, and Zahra Complex!

Cecilia Ma at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

Keepsake at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight Arraya Mall

Cecilia Ma at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

Paper London at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight Salhiya Complex

Rebecca Minkoff at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

The New Summer Looks

Limelight Picks

Deux Lux at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

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Paloma Barcelo at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

Cameo at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight Salhiya Complex

I’m Isola Marras at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

Les Nereides at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight Salhiya Complex

Lucas Jack at Limelight The Avenues Mall and Limelight The Gate Mall

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Haider Al-Mosawi attended the Annual Curators Meeting of Global Shapers as he has returned with some extremely valuable lessons that we should all learn and live by as we prepare for University and our future careers. He was able to share his experiences with us and tell us about how things have gone during his visit.

I returned from Geneva last week, after attending the Annual Curators Meeting (ACM) of Global Shapers, an initiative by the World Economic Forum to promote local change for global impact.

It was wonderful to meet so many driven and accomplished individuals, who had many insights and experiences to share. The conversations varied greatly, from business to religious extremism to international politics.

There were many valuable takeaways from the event, and I'll share with you my favorites:

The meaning of consensus: We often assume consensus means complete approval of a decision, and many startup teams tend to argue endlessly over minor details. A useful definition I learned in the ACM is that consensus means: "You can live with it, and I can support it." It doesn't mean a decision reflects your vision 100%, but you can go along with it to move forward. A very liberating outlook.

Be a realist, then an optimist: Mark Pollock lost his vision, and after falling from a two story window, he was paralyzed. This hasn't stopped him from competing and contributing (he's the first blind person to make it to the South Pole). He learned that many individuals don't accept the circumstances they are in. Instead, they remain unrealistically hopeful that their circumstances will miraculously change. If your life (or startup) circumstances aren't what you want them to be, you have to begin by accepting the reality you're facing, then make the changes from where you currently are, not where you wish you could be. The friction between our expectations and reality can lead to unnecessary mental strain and emotional tension. Accept reality, then work to make the most of it.

Aiming for sustainability: Many family businesses and large corporations collapse because they didn't plan for the next

Sharing Valuable Lessons from Geneva

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generation of leadership. Mary Galeti, the Executive Director of the Tecovas Foundation, asked us this thought-provoking question: What we've accomplished was the result of standing on the shoulders of the giants that came before us, but who are we preparing our shoulders for?

Turning a constraint into a conduit: One of the exercises we did was to replicate a painting, given certain constraints. Our group's challenge required us to only use the materials we were given. Mary realized the definition of "given" can be loosely interpreted to suggest that it's not only the materials given by the organizers, but we can ask other groups to

give us materials they had. We often limit ourselves by constraints, when we can use them as a springboard for creativity. As the saying goes: Turn your stumbling blocks into stepping stones.

You're limited by your own self-image: Svante Myrick, Mayor of Ithaca, USA, shared with us his own realization that he can reach high places as an African American after reading a book by Barrack Obama. It made me realize that Svante was always capable of running for mayor, but his beliefs about what's possible for him was what held him back before. This is a pattern I see in many individuals, who assume they can't achieve great things because of their

race, gender, family, being an expat, or lacking some skill that isn't truly essential to their success (or they can develop along the way).

‘Haider Al-Mosawi is the cofounder of Sirdab Lab, a startup hub that offers support to entrepreneurs with a coworking space, workshops, events, and mentorship.

He is also the curator of the Global Shapers Kuwait City Hub, part of an initiative by the World Economic Forum to make the world a better place through local change.’

This article originally appeared in the Sirdab Lab weekly newsletter.

All Photographs Copyright © 2015 World Economic Forum (WEF)

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For the first time in Kuwait,comes an amazing summer promotion from AUTO1 – Tires (Ghannam Tire Center Company) where consumers who buy and install any brand (FALKEN, NEXEN, MASTERCRAFT, THUNDERER & GOODRIDE) of 2 or 3 or 4 tireswill now get FREE V-KOOL™ Window films for the vehicle of their choice.

Imagine getting the world’s most technologically advanced heat control window film to protectyou and your loved ones, from the harmful UV & IR rays and preventing further fading of the upholstery fabric and color inside your current vehicle that has probably been close to 2 years or older!

Plus you get to enhance your drive each day by simply by having replaced your existing tires with a leading internationalbrand of new tires giving you comfort, confidence, and in some cases extreme noise reduction (depending on vehicle performance & tire specifications).

Stay KOOL this Summer!

V-KOOL™

“While we continuously strive to give our consumers the best retail service in the tire industry, we challenged ourselves this year in coming up with this unique sales promotion in conjunction with our group company, so that our consumers who come to us repeatedly are offered a truly value added benefit for free; in addition to competitive pricing”, stated Mr. S. Jai, Vice President - Operations of Kuwait AUTO1 – Tires.

This KOOL Summer promotion is valid at the AUTO1 – Tires outlets situated in Shuwaikh and Sharq industrial areas until Oct 10, 2015.

“As daily temperatures continue to be in the mid to high 40s, we strongly recommend all motor enthusiasts to check the condition of their vehicle tires on a regular basis, and take the necessary corrective measures especially with back-to-school season coming up”, added Mr. Rajesh Panjwani, Deputy General Manager-Sales of Kuwait AUTO1 – Tires.


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Summer really does test a vehicle owner’s capability to withstand heat in all aspects; especially when one’s vehicle gets parked without a sun shade be it at office or home or mall. So go ahead and ‘KOOL your Summer’ with V-KOOL™, the world’s most technologically advanced heat control window filmsfor every consumer who require superior heat rejection performance yet high visual clarityfor their vehicles.

So if you have a window tint film or don’t have a window tint film, now is the time to take advantage V-KOOL™‘s extremely competitive offer on their Signature Series – J60 film, during the months of August & September2015 available through AUTO1 outlets at Shuwaikh and Ahmadi. But before you do that, the friendly folks at V-KOOL® Kuwait would love to demonstrate heat factor that either you are experiencing or should

Technologically advanced heat control window film

'KOOL' Your Summer

we say, you shouldn’t be experiencing using scientific instruments such as ‘Thermal Heat Trap’. One demoexperience and you can be assured that you would never ever install any other window film on your vehicle other than V-KOOL™ because that’s how magnificently V-KOOL™ film blocks heat causing Infra-Red (IR) rays and the harmful Ultra-Violet (UV) rays. In fact the J60 rejects 99% UV rays. Plus based on research originally related to US aerospace

and military use, V-KOOL® is the world’s first wavelength selective window coating that provides a virtually transparent protective barrier against the sun’s heat and radiation. So now you have an option of not getting your hands and face tanned while being in a car/SUV during your long rides to home/work at extremely hot temperatures outside.

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Warmth, Affection, Amiability, Comfort, Indulgence… These are some of the things that you may experience sitting at home; the place where you feel most comfortable. Well, what if we told you that you can have all of that and much more outdoors? Before Chocolate Café made that very possible.

Now, imagine this for a minute: In front of you lays a perfectly made Swiss chocolate and, as you look around, you can see the crowd and hear the noise. The stress of your day has been piling up on your shoulders as you decide to have this chocolate goodness just to relax you a little. You finally take that bite and, as the flavors burst in your mouth and the chocolate immediately brings a smile to your face and the crowd seems to have gone silent, you stop and realize that there is one question in mind: “What was I thinking about Before Chocolate?”

Located in the heart of The Cube Mall in Salmiya, Before Chocolate Café is quite hard to miss! Whether it is because of its location or its extremely inviting atmosphere, one can’t help but stop by and see what is in store for them. The question here is: What exactly is ‘in store’ for the customers?

Raghda Al Essa, the owner of this boutique, has been able to turn this place into a café that has many possessions such as her own vintage collectibles that will keep the customer interested and curious throughout his/her visit. Furthermore, the high quality of Swiss chocolates and the wide variety of choices available will always keep you coming for more ensuring that you have had the opportunity to try everything at least once.

The menu is designed so carefully and with so much thought that you simply cannot go wrong. You are able to go there for your ‘caffeine fix’ with their espressos and why not mix it with their signature milk or dark chocolate? Also, if you are hungry, their chocolate cheese roll or the freshly baked croissants are some of the different choices that you can have. Want a snack? That is not a problem at this boutique with their chips dipped in chocolate! Don’t let all of that chocolate talk distract you from their magnificent selection of sandwiches that are prepared freshly just for you.

If I stopped here, then it would be no problem for many of you but, of course, there is more to go! You can customize the cookies

Satisfy your Sweet Tooth

Before Chocolate Café

or brownies to your own liking so that you can guarantee you have the dessert that you are most looking forward to indulging in. Hazelnut or honeycomb toppings, different types of chocolate sauce, and other savory delights are ready for you to create the perfect dessert.

Before Chocolate café offers you a warm and cozy atmosphere mixed with an exceptional chocolate selection and a gourmet menu that will keep you asking for more. One visit to them will never be enough as it promises to keep you coming back and bringing more people along each visit.

Instagram: @beforechocolateTwitter: @beforechocolateFaceBook: @beforechocolateWebsite: www.beforechocolate.com


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Since the academic year is soon to start, for some it is hard to keep up with the assignments AND a healthy lifestyle. You may miss your daily meals due to the work you’re given, you may find it hard to get back to your sleeping routine, and you may not find any time to exercise. Here are some tips and smartphone applications that will help the aphorism “A sound mind in a healthy body” be a part of your daily life:

Stay hydrated.Yes, we’ve heard enough of the saying that drinking a lot of water has to be a part of your daily routine but the question is – how do we actually do that?

The average amount of water that men have to drink during the day is about 3 liter (13 glasses), as for women it is about 2.2 liters (9 glasses).

A trick that you can use to force yourself to drink more water is getting a bottle of water (it could be a colorful or unusual designed bottle, not the plain one that we usually see in the supermarkets), writing a scale of time on it using a marker or tape (how much you need to drink at a certain time) and trying to stick with the schedule. Take the bottle with you wherever you go.

Make it a habit to drink water after waking up, before heading to university or before eating your meal. Remember, you are able to make things a habit after approximately 21 days.

Get enough sleep.The perfect time for sleep is from 23:00 until 7:00. The average adult should sleep 7-8 hours a day. To improve your sleeping cycle, try to plan your day so that, at the end of the day, you would feel exhausted. Don’t eat heavy meals at night, ventilate the room, go for a walk or try jogging.

Also put all the electronic devices away! Instead of watching a TV show or surfing the internet, read a book. Put your alarm clock away so the next morning you would have to get up to turn it off.

Do sports.There’s a theory that sport is like a personality - every person has their own. So, find the type of sport that suits you. The best and most fun way to stick to your sports schedule is to find a companion with whom you could compete.

Make it a habit to run in the morning. To add some color into your run: buy a nice sportswear that would make you want to wear it and get to the exercise. So put on some headphones and call your friends!

HEALTH

Useful apps to help you stay hydrated:• “Carbodroid” (for Android) • “Waterlogged” (for iOS)

Useful apps to help you sleep:• “SleepBot” (for Android) • “Sleeptime” (for iOS)

Useful apps to help you get active:• “Moves” (for Android and iOS)

Three Tricks for a Healthy Lifestyle

Be in Fine Feather!

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GadgetsSince 1986, the SSCP has been presenting solar-powered vehicles. The project remains successful until this day and has a pride to be known as a completely student-run project throughout its history. Overall, the project is a donation-funded organization where students build and race cars that powered by the solar energy.

The fastest, most successful, best characterized and most thoroughly tested in the SSCP’s 24-year history, the winner of the 4th place in the World Solar Challenge in 2013 was the Luminos car. It uses mono-crystalline silicon solar cells from SunPower that has one of the highest production conversion efficiencies available in the world today.

Basically, the builders and designers of the solar cars cover the upper body of the vehicle with the battery cells that charge with the sunlight, as the ones you can see on the upper corner, on the right side of a calculator device, but more powerful. Students from any field of study can participate in the SSCP because it is a great opportunity for them to gain valuable experience and information about engineering and designing cars. It is also a good way to raise awareness of the power of solar energy and build environmentally friendly vehicles.

The effects that may influence the performance of the solar car on the race may vary. It depends on the components that are used in creating those cells that absorb the energy from the sunlight, on the amount of the cells that a vehicle has, and on the design of the car itself. Some are made as a regular car that you see on the streets everyday but with the cells on the roof while others are designed as a spaceship with the cells covering the whole upper side of the car.

The SSCP recently unveiled the group’s newest creation “Arctan” that will be presented on the world’s solar car race in the near future. The primary component is SunPower Maxeon cells. These back contact cells increase functional area and avoid shading due to the metal paste from front contact soldering. The new array is significantly easier to clean and is fingerprint resistant.

As we can tell from the recent blog posts by the Arctan group, they are excited for this challenge. Their motto is “test it again!”, so they have a lot of test drives on their schedule before the competition, which starts on the 18th of October.

Introducing the Stanford Solar Car Project (SSCP)

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fragrancesFor Her

Bath & Body Works have released their brand new fragrances, the Tahiti Island Dream! Get swept away on a sensual island escape where fresh ocean air meets sultry white sand beaches!

Fragrance Notes:

Top Notes: Fresh Coconut Water, Sparkling Mandarin, Golden Pear, Kiwi Blossom

Mid Notes: Jasmine Petals, Water Lily, Lush Frangipani

Dry Notes: Tahitian Vanilla Musk, Skin Amber, Australian Sandalwood.

It’s time to bask on this addictive scent – it’s a dream come true!

Tahiti Island Dream

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Lifestyle Fashion for Him & Her

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FASHIONFor

Him & Her

Jack Wills’ Autumn 2015 re-defines familiar modern classics in a thoroughly unexpected way. Taking a more erudite inspiration as a starting point, the collection rediscovers the great scholastic classics – the flannel shirt, the chino and heritage blazer, the classic bow blouse – mixing them with unexpected sports-inspired pieces.

Women: Richard Nicoll and the design team focused on finer details and finishing, from the hand-embroided flourishes on the classic wool cape to the traditional detailing on Aran knits. Classic cables are re-worked in eye-popping neons. A striped school scarf, woven by Johnstons of Elgin, has been re-worked in our own house colours of pink and blue.

Men: Richard Nicoll and the design team focused on finer details and finishing, in particular the hand embroidery techniques on the sportswear heroes. The striped school scarf, woven by Johsntons of Elgin, Is re-worked in the new season’s burnt orange and autumn reds.

#JWCantLiveWithout

Re-discover Timeless Classics this Season

Jack Wills Autumn 2015

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Lifestyle Automobiles

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CarsThe all-new MINI John Cooper Works, the most powerful MINI ever, has driven into Kuwait. Set to thrill MINI aficionados, the all-new model will take pride of place at Ali Alghanim & Sons Automotive Company showroom, offering the premium characteristics of the MINI they know and love combined with authentic and powerful on-track driving excitement.

Packing the most powerful engine ever for a production MINI – a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo-charged engine, delivering 231 hp and 320 Nm of torque – the John Cooper Works was put through its paces at the Yas Marina circuit, Abu Dhabi during the regional launch. Drawing on the brand’s motorsport expertise, the model offers a package of suspension, brake, aerodynamic and interior upgrades to deliver race-car sensations without losing sight of MINI’s premium position. Compared with the previous MINI John Cooper Works, the new model delivers 10 per cent more power and 23 per cent more torque, reaching 0-100 km/h in 6.1 seconds; 0.2 seconds quicker than the older model. It comes with upgraded suspension, steering, brakes and styling.

The all-new MINI John Cooper Works holds an unmistakable appearance due to model-specific design and equipment features such as LED headlamps with white direction indicators, wheel arch surround with distinctive contours, radiator grille, side scuttles and tailgate with John Cooper Works label, sports exhaust system with special tailpipes and an exclusive new Rebel Green body paint finish. The sports car’s interior has exclusive John Cooper Works sports seats in Dinamica/fabric with integrated headrests, entry sills, steering wheel with multifunction buttons and shift paddles in conjunction with 6-speed Steptronic sports transmission, gear lever or selector lever; cockpit displays, central instrument display and car key in model specific design and more.

The Most Powerful MINI yet Speeds into Kuwait

MINI Cooper

Additional special features of the all-new MINI include the optional MINI Head-Up Display with exclusive display content, roof and exterior mirror covers in Chili Red, 18-inch light alloy wheels, bonnet stripes. Customers can also have harmonised exterior and interior components via the John Cooper Works Pro design line available as part of the MINI Original Accessories programme.

For extreme driving fun with comfort and safety, the new model will also be available with the latest technologies including: park distance control; parking assistant; rear view

camera; Driving Assistant including camera-based active cruise control, collision and pedestrian warning with initial brake function, high beam assistant and road sign detection; lighting package with LED interior ambient lighting with continuously variable colour adjustment; Comfort Access: electrically operated glass roof; interior and exterior mirror with automatic antidazzle function; 2-zone automatic air conditioning; MINI navigation system Professional; Visual Boost and the Harman Kardon hi-fi speaker system.

The model also features the diverse MINI

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Connected; an entire spectrum of in-car infotainment, communication and online functions. With exclusive MINI functions including Dynamic Music, which allows drivers to create and play music according to their mood, the online connection also allows the use of social networks such as Twitter and foursquare.

The new MINI John Cooper Works Hatch will be available at Ali Alghanim & Sons Automotive Company, the exclusive dealer for MINI Cars and also the exclusive importer for BMW, Rolls-Royce, Land Rover and McLaren vehicles.

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La LigaThe La Liga has officially begun and, after a few weeks into it, it’s still quite difficult to really tell who will be the champions on May 15, 2016. With that said, we are all expecting a tough fight between the top two teams as Real Madrid and Barcelona will be doing everything in their power to lift the cup. Real Madrid started off this season with a new manager in Rafael Benitez as he aims to bring them back to the top again whether it is in this local competition or in the UEFA Champions League. As for Barcelona, they will want to continue on their recent success after winning the three major cups last year and show the world that they are still capable of being the best team in Europe (if not the world).

My Predicted Final Top 4:• FC Barcelona• Real Madrid• Atletico Madrid• Valencia

Serie AJuventus are the clear favorites right now and that isn’t expected to change anytime soon. Last year, they were able to be the shock of the UEFA Champions League as they made it all the way to the Final but weren’t strong enough as they lost 3-1 to Barcelona. Now, they will want to continue on that success and build as they hope to make it one step further and be the team carrying the cup at the end.

The Serie A won’t have much competition even though it includes some great teams such as AC Milan and Inter Milan but I personally do not see them posing a major threat to Juventus. As we see every single year in football, anything is possible and Juventus cannot go through the season taking anything for granted.

My Predicted Final Top 4:• Juventus• AS Roma• Fiorentina• Napoli

English Premier LeagueThe English Premier League is known to be the most interesting one and it will be very risky to choose a favorite team to win. Chelsea come into the season as the holders but that doesn’t mean that they will be doing it once again. With teams such as Manchester United and Manchester City willing to do everything in their power to be the team on top, it’s going to be a very difficult race.

With that said, you cannot forget about the other teams who will be more than prepared to cause a dent to any title hopes for the top three teams. Arsenal and Liverpool could actually do some damage this year and it will be intriguing to see which team will be on top!

My Predicted Final Top 4:• Manchester City• Chelsea• Manchester United• Arsenal

The 2015/ 2016 Season Begins!

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UEFA Europa LeagueThe Europa League as we await who will be able to make it through the group stages. With the winners of the past two seasons being Sevilla, it could actually be a little bit different this time since the Spanish team is now part of the UEFA Champions League and they will surely be coming out with all their tricks in order to make it to the next round of that competition.

The favorites for this season, in my opinion, will have to actually be AC Milan. They haven’t been one of the top teams in recent years but have made some great changes to their squad and will want to be back in the scene as soon as they possibly can.

UEFA Champions LeagueThe biggest competition of all is set to begin and everyone is anxiously waiting to see who their favorite teams will be going against with great batles in the group stages. No team has been able to win this competition twice in a row, which proves to be an early challenge for Barcelona. Is it possible? For Barcelona, anything seems to be possible recently and they will want to make history yet again. I personally do not see Barcelona as the favorites and will have to side with their arch rivals, Real Madrid, for this one. The additions to the team and the fact that Rafael Benitez is a manager who has won this competition with Liverpool makes Real Madrid a force to be reckoned with this year.

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Pedro(Barcelona to Chelsea): There was no denying the fact that Pedro was going to leave the Spanish club during the summer and it was widely expected that the Spaniard would be joining Manchester United. That changed suddenly though as the rumors changed and Pedro was unveiled as a Chelsea player and has already proven to be a great signing for the club.

Let’s take a look at some of the signings that have happened during the transfer window that has either caught people by surprise or could prove to be some of the best deals of the summer:

Memphis Depay (PSV to Manchester United):Even though they have missed out on the signing of Pedro, they were still able to get a magnificent player in Memphis Depay. The Dutch winger has impressed the team and, more importantly, the fans so far as he has taken the sacred #7 jersey. There is no denying that he is about to have a great year ahead!

Arda Turan (Atletico Madrid to Barcelona):Atletico Madrid had a wonderful player in Arda Turan but he has chosen to move to the ‘Catalan’ side as he signed for Barcelona. The problem is that he won’t be able to make his debut until January due to the transfer ban but he is definitely a great capture for them.

Arturo Vidal (Juventus to Bayern Munich):Bayern Munich aren’t really short on quality players in midfield but that did not stop them from a great signing as they were able to get Arturo Vidal from Juventus. Vidal was always an integral player of the Italian team and they will need to try getting by without them as he adds his skills to Germany.

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We have been able to take quite an in-depth look into some of the bigger European teams such as Bacelona, Juventus, and Chelsea, but what about the other teams? Let’s see what to expect from the Serie A, La Liga, and the English Premier League:

Serie ARelegated Teams: Cagliari, Cesena, Parma

Promoted Teams: Carpi, Frosinone Calcio, Vicenzia

Promotion is a big deal for the ‘smaller’ clubs in the leagues and they will want to do everything in their power to avoid the last three positions and get relegated again. Whether it’s for financial reasons or for the players to show what they’re truly capable of, there are a lot of factors contributing to why a team would like to stay in the top division. Carpi are the team to watch here as they are capable of causing shocks in the league while Parma will be fighting in the second division in order to come back up after being deducted 9 points last season.

La LigaRelegated Teams: Elche, Almeria, Cordoba

Promoted Teams: Real Betis, Sporting Gijon, Las Palmas

The reasons for fighting to survive in the top flight doesn’t change much here but, in Spain particularly, it is all about the “Big Two”, which consists of Real Madrid and Barcelona. Unfortunately, not much emphasis is put into the teams lower down but there is a lot to look forward to.

The most exciting news is the return of Sporting Gijon to the top flight as they bring the amazing atmosphere with them. They know all about being part of the first division and they’ll be a very exciting team to watch this year.

English Premier LeagueRelegated Teams: Hull City, Burnley FC, Queens Park Rangers

Promoted Teams: Bournemouth, Watford, Norwich

Arguably the most competitive European league in the world sees some major changes this year. Queens Park Rangers, who were expected to get things right the second time around, see themselves back in the second division as Bournemouth exceeded all expectations to get themselves into the top flight. All three promoted teams will face extreme difficulty trying to survive but, if we had to choose one, I would go with Norwich. They have a strong team but will need to make sure that they keep their morale up and focus on their game throughout the year.

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أحلى عريس – وديع مراد بوسة قبل النوم – نجوى كرميصرلك – جورج صياح هال واهلل – سامر مارون

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One Direction To Break-Up?One Direction have decided to split up for at least a year as the boy band will now be focusing on their own solo albums. Zayn Malik’s earlier shock departure had no effect on this new decision according to the band as they will now be looking at their own careers before maybe getting back together. The final One Direction show will be at the Motorpoint Arena in Sheffield on October 31. They want to also make it known that there is no ‘bad blood’ between them as they simply want to take a break in order to just focus on themselves.

Stephen Amell Arrives to WWE SummerSlam… As The ArrowStephen Amell, the actor of the hit TV Show, ‘Arrow’, has arrived to the WWE SummerSlam pretty much dressed as the character! The hood was there, the cap was there, the pants were there, even his famous facial reaction was evident! The only things missing were his arrows and the fact that he wasn’t fully wearing the costume. It’s easy to spot the similarities between the outfits and I think that we can all agree that he is visiting a very convenient event given that he is the Arrow and is attending the WWE Event!

Victoria Beckham Congratulates Her SonBeing a model and a footballer (other than the fact that his parents are celebrities) aren’t enough for Brooklyn Beckham as he has passed his GCSE’s and his parents could not be more proud. The young English son of David Beckham has shown that he takes his studies extremely seriously even though there are many other things happening around him as well. He may grow up to be a footballer, or a model, or maybe something in Business! You just never know… It will definitely be interesting to see what career path he ends up taking as he grows up.

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اخبار المشاهيراستمتع بصيفك مع مشاهيرك المفضلين

ظافر العابدين: ال أندم على شيء.. ونيللي كريم بسيطة سعادته عن العابدين ظافر التونسي الفنان أعرب مسلسل “تحت في كريم نيللي مع بالعمل إنها وقال العام هذا رمضان عرض السيطرة” الذي متميزة موهبة تمتلك عبقرية ممثلة فقط ليست مشهد، كل في لديها ما أفضل تقديم على وقادرة جميع مع ببساطة وتتعامل للغاية مرحة إنسانة وإنما كثيرة أشياًء كسب إنه قال التونسي العاملين. الفنان عمل تقديم في والنجاح الجمهور حب أهمها الفن من التمثيل يجعلني مضيفا: هادفة رسالة يحمل فني طريقة وتحديث كإنسان نفسي تطوير في أنجح عن »لعبة«، وهذا عبارة فهو باستمرار، تفكيري طوال وأستمتع آخر، مجال أي في متوافراً ليس الشيء مختلفة. أدوار وبتجسيد باللعب مشغول بأنني الوقت

اكتشاف برامج في المشاركة رفضت حسني: تامر السبب لهذا المواهب

رفضه سبب عن حسني، تامر المصري الفنان أوضح اكتشاف برامج من ألي التحكيم لجان في المشاركة عن األخيرة السنوات خالل اعتذر أنه إلى الفتًا المواهب، هذه البرامج، بسبب تقارب األعمار بينه وبين المتسابقين في المصري الفنان وكشف للمسابقة. المتقدمين وبين بينه البسيط العمري الفارق أن صحفية، تصريحات مواهبهم، على الحكم في الحق يعطيه ال المتسابقين إلى تامر وأشار نفسه. الغناء ملعب في معهم مازال ألنه The Voice“ أن الموقف مختلف تمامًا مع برنامج المواهبKids”، مؤكداً أن المعاملة مع األطفال لها مذاق آخر، مشيراً يجد أنه إال بها، يشعر التي المتعة من الرغم على أنه إلى صعوبة في التعامل مع األطفال الذين ال يعجب بمواهبهم،

خاصة عندما يتعلق األمر في الحفاظ على مشاعرهم.

مختلفًا يكون النجاح طعم لبنان في عجرم: نانسي تتخيل تكن لم عجرم نانسي اللبنانية الفنانة أن يبدو بلدة في حفلها خالل الجمهور من الكبير العدد هذا أن تتوقع تكن لم أنها إلى الفتة اللبنانية، “الحدث” جمهورها من العدد هذا احتشاد البلدة ساحة تشهد جماهيريًا كان الحفل أن نانسي وأكدت العريض. بأنه علم على تكن لم أنها إال ذلك، تعلم وكانت قائلة: وجمهورها، محّبيها من كبيراً عدداً سيجمع وألّبي الناس فعل ردة ألرى الوقت طوال متأهبة “كنت مني كان فما يسمعوه، أن يريدون ما في طلباتهم أمام الغنائية لوصلتي المخصص الوقت مددت أن إال لم الحقيقة وفي معًا، لنفرح الحاضرين الناس أولئك من كبير بحب شعرت الحفل، مغادرة في أرغب أكن

رائع”. أمر وهذا الناس،

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Al Mulla & Behbehani Motor Company (MBMC), the sole distributor of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Mopar® in Kuwait held a special event at the Salwa Sabah Al Ahmad Theater & Hall, with a VIP audience that included leading Government and Ministry officials, fleet customers and key business partners as well as the Kuwaiti media. At this event the company also revealed the new Chrysler 300 C and Chrysler 300 Limited.

“The Chrysler 300 as well as the Dodge Charger and have enjoyed remarkable success in the Kuwaiti fleet sector, and this occasion gave us the opportunity to showcase our full, expanded range, consisting of Jeep, Ram as well as Alfa Romeo, Fiat and our commercial range of Fiat Professional vehicles” said Oscar Rivoli, General Manager at MBMC.

MBMC also outlined the ways in which it can help businesses through a comprehensive product range that is supported by a dedicated infrastructure and service that is designed to improve efficiency and contain costs.

“The success of our customers is our success, and that’s the reason why we have invested and introduced changes to create an infrastructure that is designed to comprehensively support our fleet and business customers at every level,” added Rivoli.

MBMC and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles offer an unrivalled range of cars that encompasses everything from compact city cars like the Fiat 500 range through to the affordable luxury of the Chrysler 300 and the high performance SRT models.

There’s also a full line up of Jeep models, including the Wrangler, Cherokee and Grand Cherokee. The Jeep brand has been synonymous with unrivalled off-road capability for over seven decades and continues to strengthen its position as the benchmark for off-road vehicles whilst adding even more on-road refinements.

MBMC’s range also includes a wide range of dependable, adaptable commercial vehicles for every business need.

Everyone knows the Ram 1500 Laramie, one of the most luxurious and well-appointed trucks available in the market, but the Ram range also includes heavy-duty workhorses like the 2500, 3500 and chassis cab, which are available to suit multiple applications. Add to that the Fiat Professional range, which includes the Doblo, Fiorino and Ducato Vans with many different specialist applications including chiller units, ambulances, disabled transport and passenger

Presents full products and services at Business Partner Event

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transport, offering more functionality, performance and value.

Adding value to customer relationships - continues to be a central pillar of MBMC’s long-term objectives. This passion runs right throughout the company, which continues to work hard to instil the mindset that the customer is king to every member of the MBMC team.

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Impressive interiors of New 2015 Chrysler 300Active engagement of guests

With a reputation for high levels of specification, total commitment to the highest build quality, consistently strong residual values and absolute determination to deliver customer service, MBMC constantly develops and expands its delivery of promises to individual and business customers.

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The all-new 2016 Fiat 500X, now available in Kuwait from Al Mulla and Behbehani Motor Company (MBMC), is the latest and bigger addition to the Fiat lineup in the region, combining the authentic Italian design and engaging driving dynamics that are synonymous with the Fiat brand, together withunmatched functionality, and a full array of safety, comfort and convenience features.

“X” represents change and transformation, but at the same time it also represents balance and the crossroads between opposite entities - the “transversality” that the new Fiat model, which finds its ideal positioning at the intersection of various automotive segments that include both young and mature drivers - lovers of beauty whohave an eye for vehicles with character, but all with the same desire to enjoy a fulfilling driving experience and express their own personality with a distinctive style. Today, there is a clear, complete option for all of them - the Fiat 500X. It takes talent to get yourself noticed in style on the city streets - the unique design of the Fiat 500X Pop and Lounge models do just that, thanks to styling of bumpers that enhances the body colourand to chrome style details that highlight the made in Italy quality.

Forward Collision Warning-Plusadvises the driver, via a combination of radar and video sensors, if it detects too great a difference in speed between the 500X and the vehicle in front, meaning that there could be a risk of collision. Should the driver not intervene, the system automatically activates the braking to avoid an impact or to mitigate its effects.

The 500X’s LaneSense Lane Departure system uses a camera-based vision sensor to establish the vehicle’s position on the road. If an unintentional lane drift occurs, determined by trajectory change and the absence of turn-signal activation, the system will deliver a visual warning and a haptic warning - the subtle introduction of torque from the electric power steering (EPS) system. If the driver unintentionally drifts too far, the system provides a secondary visual warning.

And the Blind Spot Monitoring system uses dual ultra-wideband radar sensors to aid the driver when changing lanes or if being passed by or

passing unseen vehicles. The system notifies the driver of vehicle(s) in their blind spot via illuminated icons on the side-view mirror and with a driver-selected audible chime.

The all-new fuel-efficient 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo powered Fiat 500X features a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and delivers an output of 140hp. The 2016 Fiat 500X offers up to 70 standard and available safety and security features, including Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus, Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection. Electronic stability control (ESC) with Hill-start Assist and electronic roll mitigation is standard on all models, as are seven air bags. The all-new Fiat 500X was designed at the Centro Stile in Turin, Italy, where designers leveraged the character and iconic features of the Fiat 500 into a larger and more mature package. On the exterior, design elements like double headlamps, a trapezoidal nose, the signature “whiskers and logo” face and the rounded clamshell hood pay homage to the original Cinquecento.

The purposeful and distinct Italian design carries through to the interior with clever storage, body-colour instrument panel, a circular cluster display and iconic door handles. Thefront-wheel drive Fiat 500X is available in Pop and Lounge trim levels that feature distinctive, elegant styling and are sure to win over young, dynamic, metropolitan customers.

The 500Xis produced at the SATA plant in Melfi (Potenza, Italy), one of the world’s most efficient production sites in Italy certified by WCM (World Class Manufacturing) certification according to this international production cycle organisation method.

Expanding in Kuwait with the All-New Fiat 500X

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Toyota and Mohamed Naser Al Sayer (MNSS) unveiled the new Hilux to mark the introduction of the eighth-generation of this legendary pickup in the Middle East where it has enjoyed a stellar reputation over the years for its quality, durability and reliability. The new model is a complete redesign of one of the world’s best-known and best-loved nameplates with numerous changes in response to customer demands and feedback to exceed all their expectations.

The name Hilux, a combination of the words “high” and “luxury”, was given to underline the truck’s splendour and superiority over the competition, and the new slogan best illustrates its reputation as a sturdy, all-conquering vehicle constantly evolving to set new benchmarks for comfort and performance.

To truly understand the expectations of customers and the challenges they face on a daily basis, Toyota’s development teams travelled the globe, getting direct feedback from customers and driving on a wide variety of different roads to get a feel for different usage conditions. The development process also benefitted from invaluable feedback received directly from Hilux drivers. Some wished they could make long transcontinental trips without worrying about running out of fuel. Others described how hard it is to stay alert and drive safely during gruelling long-distance journeys with extended stretches of rough driving.

Above and beyond conventional ideas of toughness, the eighth-generation Hilux provides ride comfort that make long, tough drives less gruelling, a quiet cabin that allows communication in any conditions, and enhanced cruising range thanks to improved fuel efficiency.

‘Tough and Emotional’ DesignAs the pickup becomes more mainstream, and users look at pickups not only as a workhorse but also a family vehicle, Toyota realizes that the Hilux needs to do double duty and be tough enough to handle all the expectations of new-generation owners. The 2016 Hilux is therefore not only a tough vehicle, but an advanced pickup with stylish cues hitherto found only on SUVs.

The front of the new Hilux gives a sense that the vehicle is wider than it is. This is achieved by the horizontal bars that make up the grille and sleek headlamps that wrap around the front of the fenders. The headlamps are new and stylish for a distinctive design worthy to be called advanced.

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The top grille bar extends into the headlamp for Toyota’s signature “Keen Look” and the trapezoid shape of the lower grille highlights the “Under Priority” design language. The hood actually extends over the front fender giving onlookers a sense of one piece of metal on the road. The thick, chunky steel bumper – developed exclusively for the Middle East market based on feedback from customers – is sculpted like a SUV vehicle yet still gives the impression of a “Truck”.

The design language is characterized by continuous flowing lines that connect all parts of the vehicle from corner to corner, with the chrome beltline running along the windows and linking up to the top of the deck to give an impression that the truck is longer than it really is, and that the whole vehicle was designed from front to back. That same beltline divides the lower half of the body, giving the vehicle a tough, grounded, sturdy look on the road.

The new Hilux offers a full line-up of wheel choices from sizes 15 to 17 inches, each featuring a unique design that is both fresh and sporty in either wheel cap or alloy.

Moving to the rear, we see the continuation of the design language. The steel bumper step is actually set closer to the ground and is also deeper, while the tailgate features a character line and a nice chrome surround around the tailgate release.

The deck itself has been re-imagined. The deck structure panels have been strengthened and reinforcements added underneath, and the deck floor ribs have been redesigned to better resist deformation during loading/unloading of heavy payloads. Part of this new advanced toughness is the amount of abuse from the elements and duty the all-new Hilux can take. Staggered tie-downs and thickened load secure points make the Hilux the best tool for various transport needs.

The new Hilux is offered in 5 exciting colors – Super White 2, Silver ME, Gray ME, Attitude

Black MC and White Pearl CS which is being introduced for the first time in the Hilux due to high demand from Middle East customers.

Powerful Engine & Smooth HandlingThe tried-and-trusted TR petrol engine has been developed even further, simultaneously achieving increased fuel economy and high output. The 2.7-litre engine - producing 164hp and up to 245Nm - is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic transmission, and delivers 10% higher fuel efficiency compared with the current TR engine.

The new Hilux also features a convenient Drive Mode Switch that allows the driver to select a preferred drive mode – ECO for optimum economy and POWER for enhanced acceleration. The ECO Mode reduces power consumption in relation to acceleration, heating and cooling, whilst also taking into consideration the environment, whereas the POWER Mode provides sharper acceleration response, ensuring a more agile drive on slopes and winding roads.

Comprehensive Safety FeaturesThe all-new Hilux comes equipped with a vast array of safety features that highlight Toyota’s

focus on occupant and pedestrian protection. From ABS and SRS airbags for the driver and front passenger to a knee airbag for only the driver, the Hilux offers a number of active and passive safety measures. In addition to ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), which prevents the tires from locking during braking, the vehicle comes equipped with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) to properly perform brake force distribution between the front and rear wheels according to the vehicle condition.

It also features Brake Assist, which generates a large brake force during emergency braking to support drivers who may not be able to depress the brake pedal with enough force.

Other safety features include a three-point type Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) seat belt equipped on all seats except the center seat (which features a two-point type seat belt), and the use of high-tensile strength steel sheets and supplementary materials throughout the body structure to help reduce passenger injuries, as well as extensive use of impact-absorbing structures for parts such as the engine hood, front fender and cowl in order to reduce impact force to the head and legs of pedestrians during a collision.


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Every year, Starbucks challenges its baristas around the world to make the best latte art, espresso drinks, and be even more knowledgeable about coffee. To become a “Barista Champion”,Starbucks baristas have to demonstrate the espresso excellence that Starbucks is known for. The Starbucks champions are working baristas who have beaten the best baristas from their district to be named country champion.

Can you brief us on Starbucks MENA Barista Championship?It is a regional championship that was initiated by Starbucks MENA in 2014 and sees the Starbucks country champions from across the region competing against each other.

The championship comprises of several rounds. The Personal Coffee Tasting gives the baristas the opportunity to lead a session with three different coffees. Baristas use different brewing methods such as Coffee Press and Turkish, and pair their coffees with foods like dates, citrus fruits and cheese. The Lucky Dip challenges the baristas’ knowledge of Starbucks core coffee range. Bar Skills tests the baristas’ mastery behind the bar on espresso-based beverages such as lattes, cappuccinos, caramel machiattos and flat whites. The Signature Beverage Round gives contestants the opportunity to showcase their creativity by innovating a new beverage.The final round puts participants against each other in a Quiz, testing their knowledge on everything Starbucks related.

This year, after the scores were tallied and the judges had finished deliberating, the results were announced: Mary Joy Tandiama from the UAE was crowned MENA Barista Champion – Southern Markets and Khay Santos from Kuwait was named MENA Barista Champion – Northern Markets.

Where did the championship take place and how many participants took part?The MENA Barista Championship was held in Kuwait on June 9, and featured regional barista champions Aimalyn Sayson of Bahrain, Marian Rizkahllah of Egypt, Mohammad Hadeed of Jordan, Barjien Tanjilil of KSA, Khay Santos of Kuwait, Kodmous Ayyoub of Lebanon, Dipen Bista of Qatar, Kassandra Blanca Ignacio of Oman and Mary Joy Tandiama of the UAE. Our winners will represent MENA for the title of “EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) Barista Championship – 2015” which will be held in the UK. This is the first year that 24 countries from across EMEA will compete for this title.

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Khay Santos from Kuwait

Khay, how long have you been working with Starbucks? I joined Starbucks two years ago at the Marina Mall branch, and have been there ever since.

What do you think of the competition and how you feel about winning the barista championship and representing the MENA region in?It’s an amazing feeling and the competition is a great one!Through the competition, we get to understand the coffee culture of Starbucks.

What does it take to be a Barista Champion?It takes a lot of courage and passion to be a barista champion; it’s actually a very motivational exercise. It was an overwhelming feeling for an ordinary barista like me and I couldn’t believe that I’d actually won this competition.

How do the Starbucks baristas feel about the Championship? We had so much fun being a part of this exercise. We enjoyed The Personal Coffee Tasting session, using different brewing methods and pairing those coffees with foods. We also liked the Lucky Dip challenge and evaluating our ‘behind the bar’ skills. We managed to showcase our creativity and imagination during The Signature Beverage Round. The Quiz was also a great opportunity to refresh our memories and helped all of us revising our knowledge of all Starbucks-related info.

Mary, how does it feel to carry the MENA Barista Champion title? It’s feels great to be rewarded for your commitment and passion. I feel proud being part of the Starbucks family.We all know that a good cup of coffee can change our customers’ days and we enjoy delivering the best beverages which we know that customers are going to enjoy.


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Asha’s, one of the Middle East’s favourite fine dining destinations, has launched a special menu called “Sizzling Sensations” that aims to delight guests by providing a culinary experience that appeals to all five senses.

The smoke, the sizzling, the aromas, the taste and the textures make the Sizzling Sensations a real treat for the taste buds. Asha’s has created six new sizzlers, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, that it will be offering in all its restaurants across the region.

Built around the legendary Indian artiste, Asha Bhosle, and her passion for cooking, Asha’s has expanded from one restaurant in Dubai to a series of successful award-winning restaurants across the Middle East and United Kingdom. Today, Asha’s is synonymous with excellent food and exemplary service, and has seen steady growth in all markets as a result.

Asha’s menu reflects the very best of Indian cuisine and promises a truly memorable dining experience. It combines traditional North Western cuisine, Indian home-style cooking and new-age fusion selections that give traditional Indian dishes an innovative twist.

The concept of Asha’s was created to express Asha Bhosle’s love for cooking and offers an exclusive dining experience with some of her signature dishes. While many know her to be a prolific singer - the ‘most recorded artist in music history’ in the Guinness Book of World Records,she is an equally talented cook, with a passion for experimentation.

Her recipes have been known to enthral many Bollywood personalities, who say they experience the same magic in in her cooking as they do in her singing.

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Thursday, August 30th, 2015 British singer-songwriter and Grammy Award winner Foxes performed an acoustic set at the recently-opened H&M Divided pop-up in East London, celebrating the store launch and fronting the latest Divided H&M Loves Music campaign.

Foxes added to the party atmosphere with her performance, wowing guests that included key press, H&M competition winners and fans whilst wearing H&M’s latest collections. Guests enjoyed cocktails, canapés, shopping and DJ sets from presenter, radio DJ and rising talent, Roman Kemp.

The H&M Loves Music collection is now available in selected H&M stores worldwide.

Foxes Performs at Divided Pop-Up Event

H&M Loves Music Collection

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Aries: Mar 21 — Apr 20 Libra: Sept 24 — Oct 23

Taurus: Apr 21 — May 20 Scorpio: Oct 23 — Nov 22

Cancer: June 22 — July 22 Capricorn: Dec 22 — Jan 20

Leo: July 23 — Aug 22 Aquarius: Jan 21 — Feb 19

Virgo: Aug 23 — Sept 23 Pisces: Feb 20 — Mar 20

Gemini: May 21 — June 21 Sagittarius: Nov 23 — Dec 21

Celebrity Birthdays:

Beyoncé Knowles

Adam Sandler

Cameron Diaz

You will feel a higher level of energy that you are usually used to and this is the perfect time to use it! Getting back into the University routine is difficult and therefore this energy will make things a lot easier for you.

Virgo MenPrecise, exact, and critical, the Virgo man will always concentrate on the details of everything. Working towards the greater good, he is always honest and fair. Furthermore, you will never find the Virgo man standing still for long as he is always finding ways to keep moving.

Virgo WomenThe Virgo woman is very discerning, a natural critic, and a sharp analyzer of everything and everyone. She bases her thoughts more on reality rather than imagination and makes sure she has thoroughly thought of every aspect before making a final decision.

The issues regarding your future career will have to go on “pause” for a while as there are more important things to concentrate on, particularly family matters. Don’t let University work take a back seat though as it is equally integral to making things work out.

You will realize that there are a lot of things happening with you this month and it’s your decision on whether to use it positively or negatively. With University beginning, make sure you have some time to gather your thoughts before it!

Finance; this is your best friend for the upcoming month as you will be focusing on getting all financial matters in order. Add to that the fact that you have University expenses as you continue building your future career.

This is a month for you to reflect on some personal aspects and make sure that you have everything in order. Don’t forget to add University into that whole equation as it will definitely take a large portion of your time.

Your professional life will be taking priority over the personal and relationship aspects as you look to continue building your future. University is a massive part in your plan and succeeding here will help you become the person you want to be.

Certain family matter may take a front seat for this month but don’t let it distract you from everything else going on around you. You will be able to organize your time wisely and not let it affect any of your studies.

Stress will elevate this month and going back to University won’t really be helping much either. With that in mind, it is nothing that you haven’t been able to deal with before and you will be able to make it work once again.

You have always made your own decisions while not let anything get in your way and this month will be no different. With that said, you will need to keep an open mind and have your options open, especially when it comes to University.

Compromising with certain aspects that come up will be extremely vital for you to have a smooth and successful month. University coming up as well won’t be the best of things but make sure you are able to listen to different opinions and compromise.

“Home is where the heart is.” Home is an extremely important aspect for you this month and a lot of concentration will have to be put into it. Mixing that with University may be difficult but definitely not impossible.

Determination and self-will shall help you get through some major obstacles this month. With University being back in your life, there is numerous obstacles and you will need to keep your motivation high in order to make everything work.

Advice on Getting Back into University Life

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