The Source Magazine - Issue 19 - English

The SourceIssue 19 - 12 July 2012

five minutes with DJ Ferry Corsten

Learn to LoveLanguages

Stopping Stressin its Tracks

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8 nEWsThis week’s local and national news

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10 sPoRtsAll the latest from the sporting

world

12 FEatuREWe got the chance to meet with

Ferry Corsten, International superstar DJ, to chat about music, beats and female DJ’s!

14 uRBan WomanWant to be the hostess with the

mostess? Read our feature on dinner party tips and don’t forget to take care of your lips

15 stuFF for menCool gadgets you have to check

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16 aL maJLisAysha Al Dhaheri, of Oushi

Fashion House, talks to us about her love for fashion and her design expertise

18 EduCationLearning a language can be a

complex skill, we help you learn to love the language learning process

20 BusinEssThis weeks business takes a

little bit of a twist as we look at how money matters in a marriage

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21 diaRyWhat do you have planned for

the next week or so? Take a look at our diary for the latest happenings around town

22 FRom ouR REadERsThis page is all about you! Send

us your poems, pictures or letters and see them published here

23 nEEd to knoWGot a question you can’t find the

answer to? Ask The Source and we’ll help you out

24 LiFEstyLEFeeling stressed? Breathe…and

read our article to help you get through it

25 my EmiRatESimply stunning and an

architectural masterpiece, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

26 my WoRLdSkeptic turned fan…the wonder

of Italy took a little time to grow on Lisa, but once it did, she never looked back

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Managing Director Mona Hennawi | eDitor in chief Mahra Saeed Al Muhairi

eDitor Hayley Skirka | associate eDitor Khudayja Saloojee | Junior Writer Mehak Alam

senior graphic Designer Ghulmiyyah Ghulmiyyah

arabic eDitor Sami Rashid | associate arabic eDitor/transLator Hanadi Jamil | senior transLator Narmeen Al Assad

finance & aDMinistration Manager Haneen Farid | saLes & aDvertising Joe Mathew

photographer Mohsin Salim | Distribution Manager Mohammed Saqer

contributors | Roekshana Saloojee, Tony Patterson, Lisa Treffy-Goatley, Rawad Nasser

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Letter from the Editor

Did you see the crazy weather we had on Sunday?! Sitting in The Source towers, looking outside, I felt like I could almost be back in Scotland - it was so dull and dark! Until, of course, I stepped outside and got hit with scorching temperatures, ridiculously high humidity and a flurry of flying sand grains!

I quickly retreated indoors!

Which is a good thing really, as it left me and the team lots of time to work on this week’s issue.

So what do we have in store? Well, first up, we have our interview with the one and only Ferry Corsten! Listed number 18 in the world’s DJ spectrum, I was super excited to meet the Dutchman right before his Yas Island concert. He was a fairly nice chap, down to earth, friendly and, if I’m being honest, a bit shorter than I’d expected! And what a talented DJ! He had the crowd eating out of the palm of his hand, hanging on every beat and dancing their little socks right off!

If you’re at a loss for something to do over summer, why not contemplate learning a new language? With the UAE being such a multi-cultural society, it definitely couldn’t hurt. Over the next two weeks we’ll look at how to embrace this learning process, making it easier to pick up and remember new language skills, so maybe now’s the time to take that Arabic course you’ve always wanted to!

With things outside heating up, take your entertaining indoors and throw a fabulous dinner party! Read Urban Woman to find out how to be the ‘hostess with the mostess’ and, for the guys out there, we’ve got four funky gadgets you’ll be desperate to get your hands on.

My World this week is a little different, with some travel journal entries making up the basis of our story. I’ve never been to Italy myself and, reading the first diary entry, I wasn’t overly keen to make the trip. By the time I got to the end of the article, however, I was looking up flights and checking out how many days holiday I had left!

In My Emirate we headed to one of the most stunning places in the country, the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Hugely popular with visitors, I took my sisters when they came to see me and, trust me, if you haven’t been yet then you’re seriously missing out.

We’ve got a romantic candlelit dinner for two up for grabs at the Ayla Hotel. If you want it, then simply write to me! You can write about anything you like; the magazine, your life, your kids, society, your travels…anything! We’ll publish our favorite letters here and the star letter will win the voucher, simple!

Looking forward to hearing from you,

Happy reading!

Hayley Skirka

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NEWS

PREstiGious aWaRd FoR

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Summer Carnival ComeS to an end

Al Ain Zoo has received the 2011 International Outstanding Shotcrete Award for its extension project of Al Ain Wildlife Park and Resort.

The project is based on the theme ‘Deserts of the World’ and the craftsmanship has been planned accordingly, keeping colors and textures akin to the geological features of the surrounding areas.

Chief Property Development Officer at Al Ain Zoo said proudly, “We are honored to receive this award from the American Shotcrete Association and grateful to

our contractors for the successful and innovative execution of the Shotcrete process to enhance the natural look and feel of Al Ain Wildlife Park and Resort project. This recognition further supports our commitment to develop and operate in an environmentally sustainable manner at any and every stage, and we are proud ambassadors of this cause.”

Part of the American Shotcrete Association, the prestigious awards are presented once a year to demonstrate the possibilities and advantages of using shotcrete, a process which applies concrete by spraying.

A pack of five dogs were found strangled to death in Al Zakher district of Al Ain, causing outcry in the community. The pack of dogs were strays living in one of the date palm oases in the city and included two small puppies less than six months old.

The horrendous incident was discovered by an expatriate woman, out on a morning walk, who was shocked by the brutality that the animals had suffered after she stumbled upon their bodies on a street corner. The knife, used to slit each of the animal’s throats, was discarded beside the corpses.

The woman reported the incident to the police who responded promptly but by the time they reached the crime scene, the dog’s bodies had disappeared.

Animal welfare organizations across the country are cooperating with police who are investigating the incident in an attempt to track down the unknown killers.

Montserrat Martin, the founder of Friends of Animals Dubai, was saddened by such an inhuman act and insisted on a severe punishment for the culprits. “Whoever has done this is psychologically unstable and could be dangerous for society.”

“It’s the height of brutality towards animals and the killers must be rounded up and punished,” added Raghad Auttabashi, an activist from Abu Dhabi’s Al Rahma Animal Welfare Society.

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emirati businesswomen have launched a humanitarian project to support workers at the Ain Al Faydah site. The initiative includes the distribution of meals to workers at the construction site.

Businesswoman, Hamda Al Daraei, said this is the third project in Al Ain. She also indicated that 14 other humanitarian ventures will be implemented throughout the UAe in line with the country’s humanitarian initiatives and urged more women to get involved.

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The 16-day Summer Carnival at Bawadi Mall came to an end this weekend. The carnival, which ran simultaneously with the “Win & Go High Tech” campaign, was well received by audiences. The daily raffle draw to win Apple products will continue until the end of August.

The Summer Carnival enthralled audiences with four daily shows, including the mesmerizing Marching Musicians, Giant Stilt Walkers, acrobat Clowns, juggling acts, monocycle jumpers, a chair show, comedy show, club show and an acrobatic trampoline.

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dRuGs CamPaiGn takEn to nEW HEiGHts

The war on drugs escalated this week after the iconic Burj Khalifa opened an anti-drugs awareness stand on its 124th floor, making it the highest campaign banner in the world! It’s hoped it will have a huge impact as over 5000 people a day visit the observation deck.

Following the launch of the “My Number, My Identity” campaign by the UAe Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRA) on 17th July, etisalat last week announced the near-completion of all procedures to begin SIM card registration for its mobile customers.

According to emirates 24/7, Saleh Abdulla Al Abdooli, CeO of etisalat explained “The My Number, My Identity Campaign aims at providing the necessary protection to subscribers and enabling them to procure all services easily. This campaign is important for subscribers because it prevents any unauthorized or criminal usage of SIM cards.”

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A Memorandum of Understanding was signed last week at Abu Dhabi education Council Headquarters by He Dr. Mugheer Khamis Al Khaili, ADeC Director General and He Rashed Lahej Al Mansouri, Abu Dhabi Systems & Information Center (ADSIC) Director General to develop parents’ digital knowledge effectively.

This is in accordance with ADSIC’s “e-citizen” program which will enable Abu Dhabi nationals to benefit from government e-services. He Rashed Al Mansouri is working closely with ADeC to help promote an extensive digital culture in the emirate. He explained “ADSIC is building a strategic partnership with ADeC, through which we will expand the scope of [the] e-citizen program and allow everybody to keep pace with the rapid technological developments and enhance the use of e-government services effectively and efficiently.”

Dr. Mugheer added “Our objective is to familiarize parents with eSIS which will allow them to communicate with schools to matters pertaining to students’ academic performance, achievements, behavior etc.”

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etisalat customers can select from over 100 points of sale across the UAe to process their mobile registration. Customers are required to submit an application form, their passport and a valid residency, emirates or GCC ID Card. Business and government customers require a valid establishment card.

The directive of the TRA requires mobile customers to update their profile in the operator database to ensure that all SIM holders are the same as the registered owner of the SIM card. All unregistered SIM cards will be cancelled after the registration date expires.

Cats makE CHiCks Go

CrazyDid you know that female cat owners are more likely to suffer mental health problems? That is, according to a recent scientific study.

The study showed that, the cause is a common parasite found in cat litter which can cause toxoplasmosis. The parasite has been linked to mental illness, such as schizophrenia and changes in behavior.

Scientists from the US, Denmark, Germany and Sweden studied over 45000 Danish women and found that those with cats were more likely to contract the disease and were one and a half times more likely

to attempt suicide than those who were not affected.

Definitely something to ‘paws’ for thought on!

Ramadan is expected to start on Saturday 21 July, according

to The Islamic Crescent Observation Project (ICOP).

Although some countries from the south of the continent of Africa and South America will be able to spot the crescent

on the 19th with a telescope, it is predicted that the moon will set along with the sun, or a few minutes after, which will prevent many countries in the northern and middle regions from sighting the crescent on

Thursday evening.

FEdERER & sEREna Crowned Court King & Queen

After a spectacular fortnight at the legendary Wimbledon courts, Roger Federer and Serena Williams both reclaimed their championship titles this week.

Roger Federer defeated Scot Andy Murray to take back his place as number one seed in the world, after losing to Rafael Nadal almost three years ago. This record tying 7th championship came after the 30 year old Swiss prodigy beat his opponent 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 and 6-4. The emotional Scot, backed by the majority support of the crowd, could have been the first British player to take the title since Fred Perry did way back in 1936 but, it simply wasn’t to be.

Serena Williams topped the women’s podium after winning the Women’s Singles and claiming gold in the Doubles with sister venus. Serena, who has dominated the courts over the past decade, had been challenged by a series of health issues but seemed to bounce back to find her form again. She won her fifth Wimbledon singles crown against Poland’s Agnieszka Radwanska with scores of 6-1, 5-7 and 6-2 giving her 14th overall Grand Slam.

The Men’s Doubles Title was won by england’s Jonny Marray, who teamed up with Denmark’s Frederik Nielsen, to take the title over Swede Robert Lindstedt and Romanian Horia Tecau in an epic five setter on Centre Court with scores of 4-6,6-4,7-6(5), 6-7(5) & 6-3.

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CRoWnEd CHamPionThree times Asian Gold medal winner, Chang Yu-Lung from Taiwan, inscribed a glorifying victory under his name by formidably beating Shane van Boening with a scorching score of 13-4 at the Kolluna Al emarat, Kolluna Khalifa 9-ball Open Championship held last week at the Gloria Hotel in Dubai.

Chang dominated the game by scoring a massive 7-0 and pinning his rival, also a former world champion, to his seat. “It didn’t matter who I played as the focus was on the game and not the opponent. I tried to concentrate on every ball and

al sultan is abu dhabi’sIronman

Faris Al Sultan, Abu Dhabi’s Triathlon Team Leader, romped to a resounding victory in the Kartnen Ironman Austria competition.

Morning temperatures in Klagenfurt hovered around the 35 degree mark but Al Sultan ignored the stifling heat to stay in the top three throughout the crucial opening swimming and cycling stages before giving his all to take the lead in the closing marathon round.

Al Sultan finished with a total time of 8 hours, 11 minutes and 31 seconds, an impressive 9 minutes ahead of second placed Italian Daniel Fontana and a huge 15 minutes in front of Portugal’s Pedro Gomes.

The Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority backed Faris accredited some of his success to his strenuous training in the emirates, “I reaped the benefits of warm weather winter training in Abu Dhabi, that’s for sure.”

SPORTS

The UAe’s Olympic football squad is working hard in an Austrian alpine town ahead of the huge challenge awaiting them when the Olympic Games commence in London on July 27th.

After spending five weeks training in the Swiss town of Crans-Montana, famous for its pure air and optimum altitude conditions and equipped with Fifa approved pitches, the team have moved to Lienz, Austria for the final 18 days training in preparation for the games.

Mohammed Obaid Hammad, the national team’s manager, is determined that the squad’s performance over the training period has been outstanding and is hopeful of good results at the London games. A total of five friendly matches await the team before they make their move to London for the opening ceremony.

Players are being urged to go to bed early, eat healthily and take care of any injuries, no matter how small, in the run up to the contest where they have been placed in a fairly tricky group. Up against Uruguay, Senegal and `hosts Britain the team will have to battle hard to progress to the next round.

The UAe’s first game will be against Uruguay at Old Trafford, the ground of english Premiership Team Manchester United, on July 26.

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was rewarded. I am very happy with the outcome and my performance in this event,” exclaimed Chang after receiving the trophy from Khalid eisa Mohammad Al Midfa, Assistant Secretary General of the UAe General Authority of Youth & Sports Welfare.

UAe cueists, Amin Fikri and Mohammed Al Joaker, were shown appreciation for their performance during the course of the championship while Omran Salem marched his way to the quarter finals but lost against Filipino Joven Alba. Alba also defeated another UAe player, Hani Al Howri, in a subsequent match.

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FEATURE

Meeting him in his backstage cabin, Ferry seemed more than happy to be back in the UAe.

The Source: Welcome back to the UAe. How does it feel to be back

in Abu Dhabi?

FERRY: Good actually, yeah, I mean, I still consider this as a new market in some way. I’ve done Dubai quite a few times, but I always see the difference between the two. Dubai spearheading the scene and Abu Dhabi following, but it’s really catching up now.

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International DJ Ferry Corsten was in town with Flash Events and we got the chance to have a chat with him just before he went onstage.

Five Minutes with Ferry

Can you tell us how you got into DJ-ing in the first place?It was just a hobby, a hobby out of control. I started as a little kid, buying records, hearing it on some specialized radio shows and decided that was what I wanted to do. I soon enough figured out that I needed two turntables and a mixer and had to spend a lot of money buying vinyls. Practice makes perfect as they say, so I did a lot of that. Then from one thing came the other: from playing the records it went into ‘how do they make the records?’ And that’s when I went into producing and then, well, the rest is history!

Anyone who has ever put together a mix tape, mix CD or a mix mp3 list (Kids today!) knows well the joys of choosing tracks and putting them together for someone’s enjoyment. Multiply this feeling by a few hundred thousand and it’s easy to see why being a DJ is a much coveted job. We were lucky enough to get the chance to speak to International Superstar DJ Ferry Corsten, ahead of his gig on Yas Island last month. Dutch born Ferry consistently plays to crowds of tens of thousands of fans and is currently ranked by DJ Magazine as number 18 in the world.

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You just launched your album WKND? What’s different about this than your previous stuff?This one is definitely a lot more vocal than previous stuff. I’ve been working with a lot of vocalists and it’s also crossed over from a more ‘housy’ sound to a more ‘trancy’ sound, where they really just meet each other in the middle. That’s kind of what the scene is all about right now. The album’s called WKND, and that’s basically the whole message; it’s very hopeful and very uplifting as that’s what the weekend is all about.

You featured a track with Aruna on WKND, who else would you like to work with in the near future?(Laughing) There’s a few on my list but I don’t really want to spill the beans right now. It’s really cool to work with people from the same scene but I’m looking forward to working with people from another scene, like the rock world or indie or folk. They write with a very different mindset than those who write solely from a dance point of view so, as a learning experience, it’s amazing and also for the final product it’s going to be very interesting. There’s a track on the album called ‘Not Coming Down’ which I wrote with Betsie Larkin. Betsie is a folk singer and she writes very differently and I think you can hear that, it’s like a ballad with the beat underneath.

Is there a track that’s particularly special to you?Well, there are a lot of tracks to consider. Maybe ‘Rock your body Rock’. It’s one of my singles from 2003 and it was one of those tracks…you know, I was kind of considered to be a pure trance guy. But then I came up with this and it had trance elements, house elements, techno elements, electro elements. It was a record that opened a lot of doors for me, people started to look at me in a different light and not just as a guy doing ‘duf duf duf’ music.

The industry is really competitive, what advice would you give to any aspiring DJ’s out there?It’s all about being original. Producing your own music and have your own repertoire these days is key. I don’t really know any DJ’s that don’t make their own music. It’s very important as that’s the thing that makes you different, it’s your track.

Also try to be original, don’t try to be the next Aviici because there is an Aviici already. Don’t try to be the next Armin van Buuren, because there is an Armin van Buuren already. Be yourself, be different.

The last thing you should be is afraid of making a mistake. You’d rather make 500 mistakes and then get it right with 501. So don’t be afraid to go flat on your face. even if you already have a bit of a name for yourself, do it, take some risks.

Across the world there is an underrepresentation of female DJ’s with Claudia Cazacu being the only woman to sneak in at number 93 in 2010. This trend is really obvious in the Middle east. Why do you think this is?I think female DJ’s can definitely be as good, if not better, than male DJ’s as women just experience music in a very different way than what men do. But what I see a lot of, in general, with female DJ’s is that they want to be…overly sexy, because they are behind the decks. But you don’t need to? Your tables will speak for themselves. especially in the Middle east, you should be very careful. Focus on the music and your talent as a DJ, rather than being a sex-bomb.

Finally, what can your fans expect to hear from you in the near future?Well, I already started drawing up the new sketches for the new album, probably due out somewhere at the end of next year as it’s just such a long process. Other than that, my compilation series ‘Once Upon a Night’ is coming out this year with part 3 and I’m also touring a lot with my ‘Full on Ferry’ tour.

Sick of summer BBQ’s? Fancy hosting something a bit different? Dinner parties are a great way to get your friends together and spend an evening eating, chatting and enjoying each other’s company. With a few simple ideas, you can make sure your dinner party is a huge success and, more importantly, that you don’t get too frazzled with the planning.

First of all, don’t invite too many people. There’s no reason to stress yourself out trying to organize a dinner party for thirty people. Keep it small; six to eight is the perfect number for an interesting conversational mix without giving you a mountain of preparation.

Keep things elegant but simple. Set the table as if it were a five-star restaurant, think crisp table linen, napkin rings and stylish crockery. Homemart in Al Ain have a great new selection of tableware called Yamasen. These gold and white handmade Japanese inspired products would be the perfect plates for your

party, helping to set the mood. R e m e m b e r , you don’t have to spend a fortune; people will appreciate the beautiful ambience you create, not the price tag that

comes with it. Add some yellow tulips and, scented candles and white napkins to create a beautifully laid dinner table.

Prepare anything you can ahead of time to ease stress on the evening itself. Soups, salads and vegetable can all be prepped ahead of time, leaving you to enjoy the party.

Presentation counts. Simple things, like pouring water from a pitcher with slices of lime, or laying cheese on a pretty serving platter really add to that five star dining feel.

Don’t forget the coffee! A dinner party doesn’t have to last all night. After dinner, serve the coffee as a delicious and simple way to wrap things up. Then, if you feel like it, move the party on elsewhere so that you can get out of ‘host’ mode and enjoy the rest of the evening with your friends and family.

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URBAN Woman

Lips don’t lie!

The Magic of MoisturizersMoisturizers are magical treats for lips. Sealing your lips with a layer of moisturizer will infuse the delicate skin on your lips with essential vitamin e. Also, make sure your lip balm has an SPF

protection of 15 or higher, to keep your lips from burning and flaking. Avoid flavored lip balms as these may

tempt you to lick your lips which can dry them out even more.

Salt at FaultSalt draws moisture out o f

things, which is why people use it to dry and preserve meat, thus eating salty snacks can

leave a salty layer on your lips causing them to dry-out. Instead, opt for salt free snacks to both

satisfy your hunger pangs and leave behind smooth, soft, sensational lips.

Brush it off Make it a habit to exfoliate your lips at least once a fortnight. Use an old toothbrush, dipped in petroleum jelly to gently brush the dead skin off of your lips. Mixing honey and sugar also makes a good scrub for exfoliating lips and easily made at home lips.

Clever ColoringAvoid thick or dark-colored lipsticks as they can upset both the texture and health of your lips. A thinly applied, semi-

transparent lip stain will highlight the smooth texture of your lips. If you want to add red for a touch of evening glamour, then choose a shade that suits your natural skins undertones, rather than the latest make-up trend.

Healthy HydrationMake sure you are drinking plenty of water. especially with summer temperatures in the UAe rocketing to the 50 degree mark, water is your best friend in keeping your lips, the rest of your skin and your whole body healthy and happy.

Summer sun makes us smile, our lips curling into grins as we think of BBQ’s, vacations and adventures in new places. Chapped and uneven lips don’t make for very good holiday snaps so, this summer, make sure your lips are in great condition with some easy to follow tips.

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the Cube tubeIf you’re fridge has a built in ice-maker then feel free to skip the rest of this paragraph. If not, and you’re landed with the task of constantly drizzling water into tiny ice-cube shaped squares on a flimsy plastic tray then you need to get your hands on The Cube Tube. Designed to make the process of creating

a ice a whole lot easier, you just fill up the clear tube with water, stick it in the freezer and, when you’re ready for your rocks, thump the

bottom of the tube on a hard surface and voila, instant mess free ice.

the sharpener desk tidyIf you’re anything like me then your office desk isn’t the tidiest of

places. Pens, paper clips, coins and pencils are generally languishing all over the

place. That’s where the GIANT sharpener desk tidy comes in. No, it won’t sharpen your pencils but it will keep them, and everything else looking pretty sharp on your desk!

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STUFF for men

By Hayley Skirka

Leather Sofa Set 3+2+1

Sofa Bed 3+2+1(Red, Grey, Black, Brown)

Annie Bunk Bed

This one is pretty simple. Guys love gadgets so here are a few we think you should know about.

splat stan CoasterLooking for somewhere to stick your coffee mug in the m o r n i n g ? Invest in a Splat Stan C o a s t e r .

This silicone r u b b e r - m a n

themed coaster shows miniature hero

Stan after he got splatted protecting your coffee table from stains!

drumstick PencilsThese ingenious little contraptions are awesome. Now, when you finish filling in that report or taking notes in a tedious meeting you can flip them over and practice your drum solo on your desktop. Perfect for those of you who’re still hanging onto that superstar rock-star dream, even if your only audience is a coffee maker and a fax machine!

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Aysha Al Dhaheri is the emirati fashion designer behind Oushi Fasion House.

Born and brought up in the Garden City of Al Ain, Aysha studied architecture and environmental science before going onto study for a fashion diploma at the Technical Fashion Institute Academy in Dubai. Quite a turn of career focus for a young lady! However, her experience in technical, architectural drawing proved worthy as it propelled her along the lines of fashion, allowing her to graduate in no more than one calendar year.

Aysha’s love for design stemmed from her childhood. When she was young, her

mother would notice her doodling, drawing sketches of houses and

coloring pictures of dresses. even when she

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her a new dress, Aysha would often look for a way in which to make it special, adding a colored ribbon or a pretty bow. These early skills grew as Aysha did, and were a great attribute to her when she commenced studying architecture. After graduating, however, Aysha felt that the world that she truly wanted to work in was the fashion world and so she decided to undertake a fashion diploma.

Feeling truly at ease in the world of fashion designing, Aysha polished her artistic skills and took a keen interest in developing fashion for the local emirati scene. Drawing on inspiration from the environment and nature, she began to produce some exquisite designs. Her previous architectural experience helped her develop designs that were carefully constructed while also being elegant with contemporary touches. She tries to draw inspiration from the spirit of the people for whom she is designing and the culture of the moment, incorporating them both to create something unique.

In October 2007, Aysha founded Oushi Fashion House in Al Ain which specializes in both womens wear and childrens wear. Her

evening gowns are flowing and elegant, and her abaya designs are simple and sleek. She began to build a

reputation for herself as a talented designer and has built up quite a following. Her abaya designs are sophisticated yet glamorous, providing emirati

women with beautiful yet appropriate choices. Aysha also designs and makes wedding

dresses, creates thobes, shirts and pants for both women and

children. She hand makes

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accessories and has developed a talent for working with delicate Swarovski crystals, using them to intricately adorn dresses and shoes.

As well as designing, Aysha is keen to help develop the skills of others in order to give something back to her hometown of Al Ain. She has been involved in countless workshops and lectures where students and those new to the world of fashion can learn from her experience. She focuses on teaching trainees how to be responsible designers, how to advance in their career and even coaches them on mundane, but necessary topics, like administration and finance. Recently, she spoke at Manaseer Secondary School, encouraging and explaining the world of design to high school students. She also holds practical courses and events, most recently hosting an accessory making workshop at the Family Development Centre in Al Ain and a design course at The Sheikha Shamsa bint Suhail Center. each of these establishments is grateful to her for the assistance she has given and she has been granted many honor certificates for her participation. Over Ramadan, Aysha will be involved in various workshops and will spend time training some eager students of Jahili Institute of Science and Technology.

exhibitions are a place where Aysha truly gets to demonstrate her talent and she takes part in many shows across the country. Recently, she exhibited at Abu Dhabi’s Marina and Mushrif Malls as well as playing a major role in Al Ain’s Weddex Show. For the country’s 40th National Day, Aysha got involved by designing for the students of emirates National School and the emirati Heritage Club.

Speaking about her work, Aysha’s passion is infectious. Her best ideas come when she is relaxed and calm and can let her imagination wander. each design is different; some may take a few days and others a few weeks yet every single one receives her full concentration until she is satisfied with the entire product. She sketches the designs on paper, time and again, until she has a clear vision of what the end result will be. Her next step is to apply color schemes and gather the necessary fabrics and accessories that will make her design both unique and distinctive. every single time she designs she is careful to have a strong focus on femininity and creating pieces that will add elegance and sophistication to the women who choose to wear her work.

Life LessonsAs a young woman, Aysha has learnt a lot in a short space of time. She shares her life lessons with us, so that we can

all benefit from the wisdom she has gained.

Avoid those who cause you annoyance or anger as they can destroy your aspirations.

education is a weapon for success and we should embrace it fully to create a distinguished generation.

Be mindful of choosing a career when you can use and build upon your natural given talents.

Take time for yourself, to rejuvenate and revitalize your mind. Do something that you love in order to enrich your

inner potential.

Do not underestimate things that are small. In the world of design, their value will manifest at a later stage, often to

create something spectacular.

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EDUCATION

Learning a language is a complex challenge yet, when successfully mastered, is something that can truly enrich your life and expand your mind. Over the next two weeks, we’re going to look at ten simple steps to learning a new language, which you can read and adapt to suit your own needs, personal learning style and personality in a bid to master a whole new dialect. Read on, for the first five…

RHytHmLanguages are not flat, but rather have intonation and tone. They should be learnt through natural rhythm. If the acquisition of a new language is not coupled with natural rhythm, you will find it difficult to understand people, television, etc. and native speakers will have trouble understanding you. Adult learners tend to learn a second language word by word and speak it as a robot would. It takes years of practice to get past this habit once you start wrong. Remember that words give meaning, but some words have more meaning than others. For example: in the sentence I am going to the store. I, Go and Store are the content words because they have the most meaning. Am, ing, to and the are called function words, because they have less meaning. In other words if someone says ‘I Go Store’, though incorrect english, it communicates meaning. However, if someone says ‘am ing to the’, there isn’t any meaning at all. Content words give meaning and create rhythm. Function words do not create rhythm but are reduced in sound and connect to content words: (I’m) pause (going) pause (to the store).

mnEmoniCsMnemonics are a useful way of remembering new words. It can be frustrating to learn new vocabulary, especially when the language is very different from your own. If a word sounds strange it might be difficult to accept psychologically. As a matter of fact, most people don’t realize how psychological it is to learn languages. If you simply don’t feel comfortable with a word or dislike the way it sounds or looks, your brain might not accept it easily. Therefore, connecting the new word with something familiar will help overcome this challenge and make memorizing new words easier. For example, in learning Arabic, the word for a female police officer is ‘Ashshurtya’. You can remember it easier if you connect it with something in your native language that sounds similar. In english, it sounds a bit like ‘I shoot you’ which is something that police might do. Regardless of how you create your mnemonics, if it works, that’s all that counts.

BuiLd a RELationsHiP WitH EaCH WoRdThe next step, after memorization, is to generate ownership of the word. A strange word becomes familiar when you visualize it in order to connect the word to its meaning and use it appropriately. For example, if you learn the word for police, you should visualize a police officer or a police action in order to psychologically connect the unfamiliar word with an already familiar visual. This process is called Transfer. For children learning their first language, all words and visual images are being learnt for the first time. Second language learners, on the other hand, already

By Tony Patterson

LEaRninG to LoVE LanGuaGE

The first five steps to REALLY learning a new language

EDUCATION

have images from their first language and must only transfer the new vocabulary to an appropriate already owned visual. Owning a word means that the new word becomes natural and familiar just like your native language. After memorizing a word, you should build a relationship with it by opening your mind and psychologically accepting it as an equal to your native vocabulary, mentally connecting it to an appropriate visual, and using it in conversation until it becomes familiar and natural to you.

LanGuaGE is aRt not sCiEnCEMany people believe that language learning is a science, and should be learnt objectively. The truth is, that language is actually highly subjective. If you approach language learning as art rather than science, you can psychologically get past the mental blocks that keep many people from reaching true proficiency in a foreign language. It’s hard for language learners to accept that in a language; sometimes things are the way they are for cultural reasons rather than for logical reasons. For example, in learning english, many students struggle with the word ‘do’ which can be an auxiliary verb used to make questions in the present tense or as an action verb. eSL students often want a literal translation for the word and struggle when they cannot be given one. You have to simply accept new words and learn when, where, why and how to use them appropriately. In addition, words have different strengths and connotations. For example, the words ‘smart’ and

‘wise’ have the same dictionary meaning or denotation, but have different levels of strength and side meanings called connotation. Wise is a stronger word than smart. It also has the side meaning of age, or being smart from age or experience. When these words are translated into another language, they tend to lose their strength

and connotation. Therefore, professional translators don’t translate literally, but rather try to get closest to meaning, strength or tone as they can. If a language learner approaches a new language as culture and art rather than a logical science, the learner can move through the language faster and easier without getting stuck on illogical reasoning and avoid mental blocks.

LEaRn in FuLL sEntEnCEsLearning a language in full sentences means that you will, first of all, learn with natural

rhythm. Secondly, you will decrease the need for grammar. Grammar is basically logical and illogical pattern in a language, that repeats itself as a rule with some or many exceptions. If you’re brain learns a number of sentences in a new language, then it will automatically begin to form new sentences, not through logic but simply because it sounds correct. With this in mind, if you learn in full sentences rather than word by word you are more likely to form sentences correctly. It’s ok, however, to learn individual words so long as you can place the new word into a sentence frame that you have already acquired.

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BUSINESS

Talk about financesIt’s essential to discuss finances before you get married, but if it’s too late for that then it’s imperative you get to it as soon as possible. You’ll both have to talk about the accounts you have and the debts you owe. Be clear and precise and stipulate exactly how you expect finances to be handled. For example, let your partner know if you expect him or her to discuss purchases over AeD100 with you. It’s important that each of you understand where both of you stand financially as a couple and the expectations that you each hold.

Set goals togetherAfter you’ve done the initial groundwork and decided your financial status, discuss both short-term and long-term goals in-depth. For example, do you plan to retire at a certain age? How quickly do you want to get out of debt? When would be the right time to buy a house or have children? ensure that you write all of your goals down and review them regularly.

Keep separate accountsThere are more benefits to having a three-way system than lumping everything in one account. each of you can maintain your own separate account and your finances can also be combined in a joint account for shared expenses. It lets you each have a hand in daily finances and helps nurture trust in your marriage.

Keep an emergency fundDon’t forget to save some ‘just in case’ money for unexpected expenses that can’t be planned for. Aim to save at least six months’ household expenses in the case that you have no income. Consider making this fund top priority because it will bring financial security and protect your marital relationship.

Set a budgetAs a couple it’s important to draw up a monthly budget and try to remain within it. Your budget should not be based on your entire paycheck. Calculate your expenses after you’ve taken out money for savings. Don’t forget to account for irregular expenses such as car maintenance or doctor’s appointments. Design a spreadsheet to track income and spending and total it up at the end of each month. Use credit or debit card statements to help you breakdown your expenses in different categories.By creating a budget, and sticking to it you’ll ensure that once you get debt free, you stay that way.

Money DOES Matter!

Schedule weekly/monthly meetingsRegular meetings can help both of you stay on track. During these meetings you can discuss the monthly budget and keep each other informed about major expenditures. These meetings are terrific because you always know where you stand financially and communication and trust in your marriage will be strengthened.

It’s never too early saving for retirementWhen you join the workforce, married or not, you need to make sure that you are financially set for retirement. This means that you need to start saving for retirement as early as possible. If you have a retirement annuity fund, contribute as much as you can afford. even contributing AeD200 monthly will help you financially for the long haul. Remember, time is just as important as money when it comes to growing your retirement fund, so don’t delay.

Keep out of debt Start your marriage by getting rid of debt as quickly as possible and not racking it up again. Debt is not healthy for you or your marriage.

TeamworkTeamwork allows for a successful marriage and accomplishes goals. establish that you have the same goals in mind then work in synergy and encourage each other to accomplish these objectives successfully. Remember, honesty is the best policy when it comes to money management in a marriage.

Your big day was a romantic fairytale and the honeymoon was an exotic getaway. You get back home and the reality has set in that you’ve made a commitment “for better or for worse… for richer or for poorer”. But unfortunately, for many couples today, they struggle to stick to that commitment. One of the most difficult parts of any marriage, or

any long term relationship for that matter, is financial management or the lack of it.

Managing your money can be challenging enough. What if you’re a spender and your spouse is a saver? The guilt or worry that comes with spending money when it’s no longer ‘yours’ can cause resentment. Merging your finances together can be overwhelming but following these tips will allow both you and your spouse to become accustomed

to healthy financial habits.

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DIARYDIARY

Fancy yourself as a bit of a sharp shooter? Why not try your hand at Al Ain equestian Shooting and Golf Club

who are hosting the ‘HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Zayed Al

Nahyan First Holy Month of Ramadan Competition’? With both a Seniors and Juniors shotgun category, you can win some amazing prizes. Registration is open now.

info: 1st Day of Ramadan - 20th Day of Ramadan,

9:30pm - 2am, Call: 03 702 6500

Sports!

SummerTime!

Do you believe in dreams? If so, head to Al Ain Mall to

see everyone’s favorite Arab doll, Louna and her dream

of meeting Prince Charming come to life. Part of the

‘Summer in Abu Dhabi’ festival, she will enthrall kids with

dance, music and lots of exciting activities.

info: 13 & 14 July, Al Ain Mall, Call: 03 766 0033

Let your kids splash straight into summer by sending them

to the fun-packed Aqua Swim Summer Camp. Don’t forget

to pack them off with a hat, sunsscreen, water bottles and

swim suits. Open for children aged 4 to 12.

info: Sun - Wed: 8am-1pm.

Contact Mrs. TJ on 050 338 4252 or email: aquaswim.

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Ramadan!

FUN!

With Ramadan just around the corner, don’t forget to visit Al Zaeem village at Al Ain’s Rotana Hotel. With alluring Arabian flavors, live cooking stations, coffee and a variety of shisha, accompanied by an Oud and Anoon duo, it’s a great way to start off the religious month. every night you can also participate in a fun raffle, where you may win one of many fabulous prizes.

info: Iftar AeD113 and Suhoor AeD 99Call: 03 754 5111

Head to the Ayla Hotel this festive month to try out the huge variety of tea and coffee on offer at Tamra Café. We recommend the special Karak Chai, perfect with some delicious Ramadan snacks, as you spend time with friends and family.

info: 6:30pm - 1:30am (throughout Ramadan), Call: 03 761 0111

Leave men at home and head for a refreshing and

re-energizing evening with your girlfriends at Wadi

Adventure’s exclusive Ladies evening. Swimming,

splashing and even some surfing lessons await you

and your friends, without any pesky men around to

bother you!

info: every Tuesday, 6:30 - 9:30pm,

Call: 03 781 8422 or visit www.wadiadventure.ae

Mus

ic!

Get ready for an event where traditional Arabic

elements will be mixed with western tinges.

Harpists for Peace, an internationally renowned

event, will bring harpists from all over the world

to perform in Dubai. Look forward to catching

Arabic harpist, Khalil Ghadri, as well as hugely

popular Lidia Stankoulova, Diana Pandova and

a whole host of other performers on stage.

info: 15 July, 8pm, The Fridge-Dubai,

Free entry, Call: 04 347 7793 or visit: www.

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This week we’ve teamed up with the Ayla Hotel to offer one of our lucky readers a pair of dining vouchers for their fantastic Candle Night buffet. This perfect romantic evening, allows

you to enjoy fine food accompanied by the soothing sounds of a pianist and the jazzy notes of a saxophone. To be in with a chance of winning simply write a letter to the editor. See page 7

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ENVIRONMENTALRunning on Oil

ReCYCLING USeD OILCooking oil is versatile and some of the products that we can make out of recycled cooking oil include: detergents, candles, soaps, paints, waxes, and varnishes and fertilizers.

Did you know that for every liter of used cooking oil that is recycled, one liter of bio-diesel can also be produced? It’s an eco-friendly product that has many advantages. Since it’s a renewable source of energy, it reduces the production of CO2 in the atmosphere and it’s not harmful to the planet. Bio-diesel can also be used in vehicles as an alternative to fossil fuel.

BeNeFITS FOR ReCYCLING USeD COOKING OIL

• Reduction of odor and the development of harmful microorganisms

• Promotes development of new energy sources, such as bio-fuel

• Reduces the dependence on fossil energy

Do you know if there’s a pet service in the city that can take care of my dogs in the evenings, two or three times per week?

There is a pet service provider that caters to the different needs of individual pet owners. They are called ‘tJ pet services’ and offer a variety of services including dog walking and pet sit-ting.

For more information contact Ms. TJ at 050 875 0933 or email at [email protected]

Most of us are often unaware that, when we throw used cooking oil down the kitchen sink, it clogs the sink and blocks the sewage systems. The domino effect is that our rivers and oceans get polluted and this de-stroys our environment.

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Easy DoEs ItLIFESTYLE

Life races by at supersonic speed these days! Before you’ve said, “ready, steady, go,” the calendar says hello to July and New Year’s resolutions are left by the wayside! It’s no wonder these plans seldom come to fruition, we’re too busy grappling with all that lands on our plate to deal with things we really want to achieve. The result, we feel exhausted and overwhelmed and our resolution, to remain stress-free, is just a far away dream.

Often, a few moments of reflection and analysis of our situation can catalyse the change that we need. easy relaxation exercises and some basic wellness practices go a long way in helping us achieve the ever elusive work-life balance. Finding a daily activity that provides a sense of accomplishment assists in finding those moments of inner peace and a sense of calm.

I found a few minutes of quiet time recently in the doctor’s waiting room when, while paging through a magazine, I came across an article by Dr. Arien van der Merwe, a specialist health and well-being consultant at Health Stress Management in Pretoria. The article gave practical tips for managing stress. She explained how chronic stress affects every aspect of our lives, eventually leading to disease or illness. You may start by feeling unhappy, overwhelmed, irritable, exhausted or despondent and eventually you may get depressed. Relationships suffer, your environment seems more stressful and your entire life may feel out of balance and devoid of meaning.

Dr. van der Merwe advises that we should not wait for things to get this far, but rather learn how to manage stress. If unchecked, stress spirals out of control, leading to overload or burnout. However, stress can be positive and life-enhancing, teaching you to become aware of your inner self, your life purpose and what’s truly important in your life.

An easy, five minute routine to introduce to your daily schedule, is a health related activity, like taking a walk at lunch time. Slowly increase the duration and intensity of your activity, but be mindful of not becoming obsessive or else you’ll be back to square one. Practice taking time out to do absolutely nothing for at least five or ten minutes a day. This will help you access the place of silence in the center of your being. Quiet time can be created anywhere, at any time and is necessary to refocus the mind, improve concentration and promote a sense of well being.

Personally, I find that when I’m stuck at my desk for hours taking a break every hour or two does wonders to relieve my body from the stress of being in one position all the time. I step into the garden, take deep breaths of fresh air and stretch my neck, arms and shoulders. Taking a closer look at my plants for five minutes relaxes my mind as I am forced to think of something completely different to what I was doing earlier. A warm cup of herbal tea at this moment is also a welcome relaxant.

When things get stressful, we often react with fear or anger. Instead, try to focus and be aware of your feelings, consciously relaxing by slowing down your breathing. An easy controlled breathing exercise every time you feel stressed helps to slow down your pulse rate, easing the feeling of stress. Try breathing in deeply through your nose , push your stomach out as you breathe in, holding for the count of three. Breathe out through your mouth on a slow count of six. Repeat this exercise two or more times.

I’m sure I’m not alone when I admit that when there are deadlines to meet, the midnight oil burns long and my bed remains untouched except for a stolen hour or two out of sheer desperation. Having said that, sleep deprivation is one of the biggest causes of stress related health concerns. We require six to eight hours of deep, restful sleep in darkness every night so that our bodies can recover, restore and replenish. Dr. van der Merwe suggests diligently following a sleep ritual such as a warm bath before bed, a warm glass of milk or a hot water drink infused with ginger, cinnamon and honey.

Starting your day with a light, healthy, energizing breakfast is a step towards establishing a healthy routine essential for a stress-less and balanced lifestyle. Simplicity is the key. Playing with your child, walking the dog or stroking your cat are all forms of social interaction with no pressure to meet anyone’s expectations!

In my mind, the secret to getting out of the stress danger zone really starts with making a dedicated effort not to get too close to it to begin with. A very small portion of our daily time needs to be spent on our inner lives to notice a positive change. establishing this firm connection with our inner being provides healing for our mind, heart and body leading to an understanding that we can, at any moment, choose to become relaxed, centered and happy people.

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A visit to Abu Dhabi is not complete without paying a visit to the regal Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It has become an expression of the pioneering vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Zayed Al Nahyan (may God rest his soul) who was well aware that great contributions begin from one’s heart and value.

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is strategically located at the entrance to Abu Dhabi Island, visible from the main bridges connecting the capital to the main land. The location is a symbolic expression of the emotional connection that the Mosque has in the hearts of all UAe citizens because it includes the burial place of the late HH Sheikh Zayed Al Nahyan (may God rest his soul).

every artistic feature and element of the Mosque’s design was carefully considered. The basic design was inspired by Moroccan architecture but evolved to include many global features. Natural materials such as marble, stone, gold, semi-precious stones, crystals and ceramics were selected for inclusion.

The mosque features 82 domes of Moroccan design all decorated with white marble. It has over a 1000 columns which are clad with more than 20000 marble panels and inlaid with semi-precious stones. There are magnificent 24 carat gold-gilded chandeliers and the main prayer hall is dominated by one of the world’s largest chandeliers which weighs over 12 tons! It also features the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet.

Reflective pools, laden with dark tiles, surround the Mosque and at night the unique lightning system and the reflection in the water is an amazing sight!

The Sunset Tour is the perfect time to see the mosque in all its true beauty, and a sight that will stay with you for years to come.

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My Italian DiaryBy Lisa Treffry-Goatley

MY WORLD

December 2009Dear Travel Diary

A cloudy, grey winter’s day outside Fiumicino International Airport, Rome, Italy. I’m delighted to be departing! The social culture here seemed so consumerist, materialistic, self-absorbed and brazen that I just don’t feel Italy deserves its historical, artistic and architectural wonders. And it certainly doesn’t deserve tourism’s gushing

enthusiasm! I saw today’s Roman Empire as marked by mindless graffiti scribbles, unpleasant aimless youth, and too many corrupt politicians.

June 2012

Dear Travel Diary,

It’s June 2012 and again I’m waiting at Fiumicino

International Airport for my flight home. I’m sad to be

leaving. Rome, and its many streets - some narrow and

intriguing, others vast and chaotic - has becom

e familiar

to me, and this city is still surprising and wondrous at

almost every turn.

As with all great cities, Rome has its darker shadows,

but many more are the lovely sights. It presents a

microcosm of Italy, and there are few better places

to begin one’s travels of such an abundant countr

y. Be

prepared for a fast-paced, multi-sensory experience t

hat

you’re likely to want to repeat time and again!

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MY WORLDOctober 2011Dear Travel Diary,

A warm late summer evening outside Fiumicino International Airport. It’s been a splendid day, walking through the old parts of Rome, taking in the endlessly engaging sights and sounds of the city, and feasting on a most pleasing lunch.

Sure, the stupid graffiti tagging is still in abundance, although many of Rome’s buildings have outlasted a lot more than morons with spray paint. But in the classical old neighborhood of Trastevere, I came across a traditional trattoria with in-season artichokes, and dimply little gnocchetti (light potato dumplings), in a basil tomato sauce, plenty of parmesan, rustic bread, and friendly old-fashioned waiters.

While strolling after lunch, gazing up at amazing buildings, I noticed the warm afternoon light beaming across a red geranium on a turquoise-shuttered windowsill. The important thing about Rome is to find and appreciate the details around you: details in the buildings and in the spaces, whether spectacular or small.

When I was growing up, Italy was presented to me by schoolteachers as one of the great civilizations. From the ancient Roman empire, to the venetian Renaissance, to present day ‘Italian’ ‘high culture’. Italy was aqueducts, arches, roads, Latin, Law, de vinci, Dante, vivaldi, and Michelangelo. It produced astounding art and architecture, inspiring music and lite rature, profound philosophy and an important language.

And of course, in more recent times, the names of Ferrari, Pirelli, vespa, Gucci, versace, Armani, Fellini and Prada were added to the list of Italian contributions to the world.

By and by, I learned more about Italy: the many centuries of internecine clashes, provincial wars, plagues, poverty, unbounded extensive corruption, and the mafia. Finally, I went to Italy to find out for myself and it was a rude awakening which I did not expect to repeat.

Nevertheless, I did return.

You can see the main marvels of this remarkable city in surprisingly little time if you get a map and some good walking shoes.

Ancient Rome was small, and modern Rome has a very efficient public transport system, so between the shoes and the public transport you can see the most jaw-dropping attractions in about 2-3 days of determined tourism. Some of the marvels that you really shouldn’t miss are:

• Capitoline Hill (centre of the ancient Roman empire, an area rich in history, architecture and museums);

• the Colosseum (impressive remains of one of the greatest wonders of Roman civilization);

• the Centro Storico (historical centre, and the real heart of Rome), especially Piazza Navona (the grand city’s most famous square and home to three masterpiece fountains) and the spectacular Pantheon building nearby;

• Trastevere (on the right bank of the river Tiber, a popular area in the classical old city, with many interesting places and spaces);

• the beautiful Baroque Trevi Fountain and surrounding piazzas (squares);• the vittorio emanuele Monument - for sheer over-the-top

monumentalism!

Once you’ve seen those highlights, and stumbled across others in the process, you’ll have a good sense of the city and where you want to do some more exploring.

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1 RED LIGHTS: 10:30, 12:45, 15:00, 17:15, 19:30, 21:45, 24:00

2. GAME OVER: 11:10, 13:20, 15:30, 17:40, 19:50, 22:00, 24:10

3. THE AMAZING SPIDERMAN: 10:35, 13:20, 16:00, 18:40, 21:20, 24:00

4. THINK LIKE A MAN: 11:30, 14:00, 16:30, 19:00, 21:30, 24:00

5. A GANG STORY: 11:00, 13:10, 15:20, 17:30, 19:40, 21:50, 24:00

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