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AI rapidly moving into health care

Your next doctor could very well be a bot. And bots, or automated programmes, are likely to play a key role in finding cures for some of the most difficult-to-treat diseases and conditions.

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MES celebrates World Environment Day s part of creating awareness among students about the impor- bags under the guidance of an activity teacher with a tag ‘go green’. tance of preserving eco system, MES. Indian School observed Middle level students were asked to make posters on the theme, AWorld Environment Day on June 5 with the theme, “Connecting ‘Making a bird nest’. People to Nature.” The school organized a number of literary, art and Senior students had a speech competition based on environ- craft competitions and a painting contest for its students. mental issues. Students also took a pledge to protect the Primary grade students were advised to give importance to plant environment on this day. Winners of various competitions were more trees in their surroundings. They also prepared eco-friendly honoured with certificates.

17th Ramadan Quran Examination Results

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Shiba C M P Nahla Hakeem Liya Mariaym Hamna N T Aqib Zaman Sana Aysha Aaadil Jafer Muhammed Ali Rafeeq Shameem General category Quran Learning School students excel in exams

uran Learning School 17th Ramadan Quran examination was conducted on June 2 2017. QThe examination result along with the rank holders names were published recently. Sameena Ansari Shabna Jamsheer 04 COVER STORY TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017 Artificial intelligence and the coming health revolution

Artificial intelligence can improve health care by analysing data from apps, smartphones and wearable technology

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our next doctor could • California researchers detected depression by studying Instagram Valley and a flood of data from con- very well be a bot. And cardiac arrhythmia with 97 percent posts, suggesting “new avenues for nected devices appear to be bots, or automated pro- accuracy on wearers of an Apple early screening and detection of spurring innovation. grams, are likely to play Watch with the AI-based Cariogram mental illness.” “I think a tipping point was when a key role in finding application, opening up early treat- • Researchers from Britain’s Apple released its Research Kit,” Ycures for some of the most difficult- ment options to avert strokes. University of Nottingham created said Forrester Research analyst to-treat diseases and conditions. • Scientists from Harvard and an algorithm that predicted heart Kate McCarthy, referring to a pro- , led by some of the biggest tech- the University of Vermont devel- attacks better than doctors using gram letting Apple users enable nology companies and emerging oped a machine learning tool—a conventional guidelines. data from their daily activities to startups using it to diagnose and type of AI that enables computers While technology has always be used in medical studies. respond to a raft of conditions. Con- to learn without being explicitly played a role in medical care, a McCarthy said advances in arti- sider these examples: programmed—to better identify wave of investment from Silicon ficial intelligence has opened up new possibilities for “personalized medicine” adapted to individual genetics. “We now have an envi- ronment where people can weave through clinical research at a speed you could never do before,” she said. AI is better known in the tech field for uses such as autonomous driving, or defeating experts in the board game Go. But it can also be used to glean new insights from existing data such as electronic health records and lab tests, says Narges Razavian, a professor at New York University’s Langone School of Medicine who led a research project on predictive ana- lytics for more than 100 medical conditions. “Our work is looking at trends and trying to predict (disease) six months into the future, to be able to act before things get worse,” Razavian said. TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017 COVER STORY 05

• NYU researchers analyzed medical and lab records to accu- rately predict the onset of dozens of diseases and conditions includ- ing type 2 diabetes, heart or kidney failure and stroke. The project developed software now used at NYU which may be deployed at other medical facilities. • Google’s DeepMind division is using artificial intelligence to help doctors analyze tissue samples to determine the likelihood that breast and other cancers will spread, and develop the best radiotherapy treatments. • Microsoft, Intel and other tech giants are also working with researchers to sort through data with AI to better understand and treat lung, breast and other types of cancer. • Google parent Alphabet’s life sciences unit Verily has joined Apple in releasing a smartwatch for studies including one to identify patterns in the progression of Par- when they try to understand health firm CB Insights this year identified Labs this month debuted on Face- kinson’s disease. Amazon care,” said Anil Jain, chief medical 106 digital health startups applying book Messenger what it dubs the meanwhile offers medical advice officer of Watson Health. machine learning and predictive first chatbot offering “cognitive through applications on its voice- Systems like Watson, he said, analytics “to reduce drug discovery behavioral therapy” online — partly activated artificial assistant Alexa. “are able to connect all the disparate times, provide virtual assistance to as a way to reach people wary of IBM has been focusing on these pieces of information” from medical patients, and diagnose ailments by the social stigma of seeking men- issues with its Watson Health unit, journals and other sources “in a much processing medical images.” tal health care. which uses “cognitive computing” more accelerated way”. “Cognitive Maryland-based startup Insil- New technologies are also to help understand cancer and other computing may not find a cure on ico Medicine uses so-called “deep offering hope for rare diseases. Bos- diseases. When IBM’s Watson com- day one, but it can help understand learning” to shorten drug testing ton-based startup FDNA uses facial puting system won the TV game people’s behavior and habits” and and approval times, down from recognition technology matched show Jeopardy in 2011, “there were their impact on disease, Jain said. the current 10 to 15 years. “We can against a database associated with a lot of folks in health care who said It’s not just major tech compa- take 10,000 compounds and nar- over 8,000 rare diseases and that is the same process doctors use nies moving into health. Research row that down to 10 to find the genetic disorders, sharing data and most promising ones,” said Insil- insights with medical centers in 129 ico’s Qingsong Zhu. Insilico is countries via its Face2Gene working on drugs for amyotrophic application. lateral sclerosis (ALS), cancer and Lynda Chin, vice-chancellor age-related diseases, aiming to and chief innovation officer at the develop personalized University of Texas System, said she treatments. sees “a lot of excitement around Artificial intelligence is also these tools” but that technology increasingly seen as a means for alone is unlikely to translate into detecting depression and other wide-scale health benefits. mental illnesses, by spotting pat- One problem, Chin said, is that terns that may not be obvious, even data from sources as disparate as to professionals. medical records and Fitbits is dif- A research paper by Florida ficult to access due to privacy and State University’s Jessica Ribeiro other regulations. found it can predict with 80 to 90 More important, she said, is percent accuracy whether some- integrating data in health care one will attempt suicide as far off delivery where doctors may be una- as two years into the future. ware of what’s available or how to Facebook uses AI as part of a use new tools. “Just having the ana- test project to prevent suicides by lytics and data get you to step one,” analyzing social network posts. said Chin. “It’s not just about putting And San Francisco’s Woebot an app on the app store.” 06 MARKETPLACE TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017

Celebrate summer & Eid Al Fitr at The St. Regis Doha

he St. Regis Doha, the finest address in Qatar, The St. Regis Doha will be celebrating Sum- has confirmed a number of exciting recre- mer by offering guests exceptional value on stay Tational offers and specials on rooms, leisure packages, with QR 1,111 per night in a Superior activities and at its famed restaurants and out- Room on an all-inclusive basis including a Buf- lets for the coming Eid Al Fitr celebrations and fet Breakfast for two people in Opal by Gordon summer period available until August 31, 2017. Ramsay, a 3 Course Lunch for two in Opal by Kicking off the Eid Al Fitr celebrations is the Gordon Ramsay, a 3 Course Dinner for two in much famed Eid Brunch at Vine Restaurant, an Opal by Gordon Ramsay, a 30-minute Jet Lag exceptional culinary journey which is held on Massage for two at Remede Spa as well as an the first three days of Eid Al Fitr and features Ramadan, including Al Sultan Brahim for lunch early check in at 10am and late check out until specialties from the hotels numerous restau- and dinner and Oyster Bay & Bar, the hotel’s Car- 6pm, and QR599 per night in a Superior Room rants and lounges. The St. Regis Friday Grand ibbean-inspired pool restaurant and bar with including a Buffet Breakfast for two in Opal by Brunch ritual resumes on June 30, 2017. sweeping views of the pool and Arabian Gulf Gordon Ramsay as well as an early check in at The award winning Sarab Lounge re-opens with a DJ performing from Wednesday to Sat- 10am and late check out until 6pm. with an array of special experiences starting from urday from 12pm to 6pm. The St. Regis Doha will also offer a special the first day of Eid Al Fitr including the Summer The St. Regis Doha is also offering special Eid package for QR 1100 per night in a Superior Afternoon Tea, the Warm Temptation every day evenings at Oyster Bay & Bar in an intimate set- Room, single occupancy, inclusive of breakfast with a fine selection of cupcakes, soufflé cakes ting for guests to enjoy quality time with family at Vine Restaurant and for QR 1200 for double and pies and the Late Evening Sweets Treat and friends in a private gazebo by the pool, for occupancy. For more information, please con- where guests who buy one cake get the second QR500 for six people, including food, drinks and tact the hotel directly on telephone (974) one with the hotel compliments available from shisha. The Club will also be open during Eid 44460000, via email Reservations.doha@stregis. 9pm on Sunday and Wednesday. with a DJ performance from Wednesday to Sat- com or WhatsApp (974) 33870925 or online at A number of fine outlets will be open after urday while live bands will be back in July. www.stregisdoha.com Indian Sports Centre holds Reiss unveils stylish new Yoga session at Al Khor collection for Ramadan

eiss is renowned Rfor its classic cuts, luxurious fab- rics and fresh, clean appeal and the 2017 Ramadan Col- lection is no s part of celebrations to com- mind quiet by Padmini Sundar- a Vol- different. Carefully memorate the Third unteer of Heartfulness. Kumaran along curated specifically AInternational Day of Yoga with ISC officials also joined in prac- for the region, scheduled on June 21, the Embassy of ticing the Yogasanas. Reiss’ versatile collection is comprised of a variety of chic, con- India and Indian Sports Centre con- While Inaugurating the Yoga ses- servative pieces that will ensure you look elegant and understated ducted a Session on Yoga and Wellness sion, Kumaran expressed the benefits throughout Ramadan and Eid. The Taylor Trousers are a key piece for the Indian community based at Al of Yoga for the healthy body and mind of the collection,which features an on-trend, tailored high waist Khor on Saturday (June 17) at Al Waha and urged to adopt such techniques paired with a dramatic, oversized drapedsplit-leg cut to create an Club ball room. to eliminate the effect of stress in our ultra-feminine silhouette. The session was inaugurated by P daily life as being emphasized by Available in classic black, cream and powder pink. Covering Kumaran, Ambassador of India to Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. up during Ramadan doesn’t mean sacrificing style as proven by Qatar, and was participated by more ISC President Nilangshu Dey high- theKittie Long-Sleeved Blouse, which is available in ocean blue and than 150 adults and children of Al Khor lighted the role of Indian Sports Centre night navy and features a delicate shimmer of metallic. Maxi skirts community. Various types of Guided in promoting Yoga among the Indian have never looked as chic as the beautifully romantic “Ramone and Therapeutic Asanas session was community and recently conducted Powder Pink Chiffon Skirt”, which is a favourite for both Ramadan narrated and demonstrated by Nisha Yoga Championship for school students and Eid. For your Eid celebrations, exude gracein Reiss’ luxurious Agrawal and Sujata Fernandes which in order to inculcate the culture of yoga classic Salma Dress, which features an elegant “V-neck” and long was followed by more yoga asanas by among the children from their early sleeves, gently sweeping the floor with its dramatic hemline. While ‘Yoga in Doha’ instructor. The session hood. Bharati President Parekh wel- the Samantha Dress offers a more summery silhouette, created was concluded by demonstration of comed the audience and the program using a pretty grey-blue chiffon to create a stunning evening gown Guided Meditation for keeping the was compered by Habibun Nabi. that is sure to become a favourite in your evening wardrobe. TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017 HEALTH 07

New 3-in-1 blood test to aid precision prostate cancer therapy

pening the door to precision the PARP inhibitor olaparib to medicine for prostate can- become a standard treatment for Ocer, researchers have advanced prostate cancer, by tar- developed a three-in-one blood test geting the drug at the men most that could tell which men would likely to benefit. benefit from a class of new drugs, The study, published in the jour- detect early signs of resistance and nal Cancer Discovery, also monitor cancer’s evolution over identified which genetic mutations time. prostate cancers use to resist treat- The test could be used to know ment with olaparib. within a month or two whether “Our study identifies, for the first the drug is working on a patient. time, genetic changes that allow It could help to extend or save prostate cancer cells to become lives, by targetting treatment resistant to the precision medicine more effectively, while also reduc- olaparib,” de Bono said. ing the side-effects of treatment By testing cancer DNA in the eight weeks. “From these findings, we were and ensuring patients do not bloodstream, researchers found And finally, they used the test able to develop a powerful, three- receive drugs that are unlikely to they could pick out which men with to monitor a patient’s blood in-one test that could in future be do them any good. “Not only could advanced prostate cancer were throughout treatment, quickly pick- used to help doctors select treat- the test have a major impact on likely to benefit from treatment ing up signs that the cancer was ment, check whether it is working treatment of prostate cancer, but it with a class of new drugs called evolving genetically and might be and monitor the cancer in the could also be adapted to open up PARP inhibitors. They also used the becoming resistant to the drugs. longer term. We think it could be the possibility of precision medi- test to analyse DNA in the blood It is the first test developed for used to make clinical decisions cine to patients with other types of after treatment had started, so peo- a precision prostate cancer therapy about whether a PARP inhibitor is cancer as well,” said Johann de ple who were not responding could targeted at specific genetic faults working within as little as four to Bono, Professor at The Institute of be identified and switched to alter- within tumours, according to the eight weeks of starting therapy,” de Cancer Research, London. native therapy in as little as four to researchers. It could in future allow Bono added.

Obesity linked to higher infection Data shows 85% diabetics see risk after bypass surgery amputations in their lifetime

IANS Postsurgical infection means an ighty-five percent of diabetics see amputations in their increase in the length of stay at the lifetime due to lack of appropriate treatment, data released atients with obesity have a higher hospital for patients, resulting in Eduring a national conference on diabetics in Mumbai has risk of infection within 30 days increased medical costs and use of revealed. Currently 15 percent of of India’s diabetic population Pafter receiving heart bypass sur- resources. suffers from ulcers in their lifetime, the conference attended gery, suggests new research. Knowing the risks and potential by over 50 eminent surgeons here was told. “Compared to patients with normal outcomes can help health-care pro- Pioneers in wound management such as Madhuri Gore and BMI, we found that patients with BMI viders and patients make more Dr Sitaram Prasad were among the delegates who attended the greater than 30 were 1.9 times more informed choices on treatment and national conference held at Zen hospital. likely to report infections after bypass better use of resources. The doctors called for a better wound healing health care surgery,” said Tasuku Terada from Further investigation will help in the hospitals of the country. “Around the globe, about 415 University of Alberta in Canada. researchers develop tools to help million people are diabetic. However, India has the world’s sec- “A better understanding is needed decrease the risk of infection, and to ond largest diabetic population at 69 million. Almost 15 per cent in order to improve clinical outcomes ensure that patients are receiving of diabetics develop an ulcer in their lifetime,” said Roy Patankar, for patients with obesity and heart dis- proper care, Mary Forhan, assistant Director at Zen Hospital. ease,” Terada said. professor at Faculty of Rehabilitation Stating that treatment of wounds is a challenge as the phy- The team analysed data from Medicine, University of Alberta. sicians or surgeons needs to assess wounds accurately, the 56,722 patients to examine associa- “For example, are the chest bind- doctors also urged hospitals for a better recognition of wound tions between body mass index (BMI) ers that are used after surgery the right related problems and provide interventions such that morbid- and various outcomes following cor- size and are they working the right ity reduces. “With advanced technology, newer wound care onary artery bypass grafting (CABG) way?” she asked. products are helping surgeons to provide optimal benefits to surgery and percutaneous coronary “Our team is currently looking at patients. The wound update conference included wound clas- intervention (PCI), also known as cor- the re-design of postsurgical chest sification and evaluation, wound healing and scar formation. onary angioplasty. binders so that patients have better Chronic wounds, infections and wound closure or therapy along The findings were presented at the outcomes following bypass surgery,” with case studies were a part of the panel discussion and con- Canadian Obesity Summit. Forhan said. ference,” said a joint statement issued by the surgeons. 08 FOOD TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017

Beet-pickled deviled eggs

Bonnie S Benwick 4 1/2 tablespoons sugar heat, stirring until the sugar and almost pourable filling. Trans- The Washington Post 1 1/2 teaspoons salt salt have dissolved. Add the fer to a gallon-size zip-top bag; Generous 2 1/2 tablespoons blanched mustard seeds and seal, pressing out as much air as honey cook for 10 minutes. Let cool possible, and refrigerate for at gg white halves and mustard 1/2 cup yellow and/or brown completely before transferring least 30 minutes (and up to 1 seeds get pickling treatment mustard seeds, blanched to an airtight container; refrig- day). Ehere, to create a stunning erate until ready to use. Drain the pickled egg white display. For the egg pickling liquid For the egg pickling liquid: halves, inverted on paper tow- 2 cups beet juice Combine the beet juice, vinegar, els. (They may feel a bit firmer Make Ahead: The mustard 2 cups cider vinegar sugar and salt in a small sauce- than plain egg white halves. You seeds can be prepared several 2 cups sugar pan over medium heat, stirring may wish to slice a thin layer off days in advance; refrigerate until 1 tablespoon salt until the sugar and salt have the bottoms of each one, for ready to use (up to 3 months). For the eggs dissolved. stability.) The egg white halves need to 12 hard-cooked eggs For the eggs: Cut the eggs in Pipe or spoon a tablespoon marinate in the beet pickling liq- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise half lengthwise; reserve the of the filling into each pickled uid overnight in the refrigerator. 1 tablespoon Dijon-style yolks. Place the egg white halves egg white half. Top each one The filling needs to be refriger- mustard (free of any yolk) in a stainless- with some of the pickled mus- ated for at least 30 minutes (and 1 tablespoon sweet paprika steel bowl. Pour the pickling tard seeds. Serve right away. up to 1 day). 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt liquid over them, making sure 1/2 cup canola oil they are submerged. Cover and NOTE: To blanch the mus- 12 servings (makes 24 halves) 1/4 cup water refrigerate overnight. tard seeds, place them in a small Combine the egg yolks, mayo, fine-mesh strainer. Bring a small Ingredients Steps mustard, paprika and salt in a pot of water to a boil over high For the pickled mustard For the pickled mustard food processor; puree until fairly heat. Dunk the strainer into the seeds seeds: Combine the water, vin- smooth. With the motor running, water a total of 8 times, waiting 3/4 cup water egar, sugar, salt and honey in a add the oil and water in a slow, at least 15 seconds before the 3/4 cup cider vinegar small saucepan over medium steady stream to form a creamy, next dunk. Drain completely. TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017 FOOD 09

2 cups sliced strawberries, plus more for optional garnish Summer berry-banana 2 cups blueberries, plus more for optional garnish 2 cups raspberries 1/4 cup water puddings 3 tablespoons honey 2 very ripe medium bananas 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps Cut a round from each piece of bread that will just fit into your 1-cup ramekins. (Save the remain- ing scraps of bread for another use, such as bread crumbs.) Combine the berries, water and honey in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat; cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the berries break down. While the berry mixture is still hot, mash the banana with a fork until smooth, then stir it into the berry mixture, along with the vanilla extract. Place a heaping tablespoon of the berry-banana mixture in each ramekin. Add one round of bread to each, then divide the remaining berry-banana mixture among the Ellie Krieger The dish has the quality of an I also used whole-grain bread ramekins and top each with another The Washington Post elegantly plated, berry-soaked instead of white, a change that gives round of bread. Place the ramekins sponge cake, but besides the fruit, the dessert a somewhat healthier on a baking sheet (to catch any it is made with little more than sensibility without sacrificing an overflowing juices). hen berry season comes humble slices of bread. The usual essential tender, melt-in-your Loosely cover each one with around, I practically hear recipe involves heaps of sugar mouth quality. This is a treat that is plastic wrap, then place a 15-ounce Wtrumpets announcing the though, so I decided to take a stab truly worthy of its very special star weight, such as a can of beans, on fruit’s arrival at the local market. I at a better-for-you version and was ingredient. top of each one to compress the am reliably ready to pounce — thrilled with the result. pudding. Refrigerate for at least 6 eager to pile the plump beauties The key twist is to take advan- 6 servings hours, and up to 1 day. onto my yogurt bowls, work them tage of the inherent sweetness of You’ll need six 1-cup To serve, remove the plastic wrap. into salads, blend them into ripe bananas, which are not a typ- ramekins. Run a knife along the sides of the pud- smoothies and bake them into pies ical summer pudding component. ding, then invert each one into a and muffins. Stirring the mashed banana into the Make Ahead: The puddings dessert glass or onto a plate. Garnish When I first encountered this juice that is rendered from heating need to be refrigerated for at least with the fresh berries, if using. classic UK dessert — what Britons the berries adds enough sweetness 6 hours, and up to 1 day in advance. call a “pudding” — I was enthralled. that only a little honey is needed to Nutrition: Per serving: 230 cal- It is stunning, with a cascade of ber- round it out, plus you get the added Ingredients ories, 5 g protein, 51 g carbohydrates, ries mingling with layers of bread layer of banana flavor that pairs so 12 slices soft whole-wheat 2 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 mg cho- soaked and pressed in the fruit’s well with strawberries and bread, crusts removed (6 ounces lesterol, 125 mg sodium, 8 g dietary brilliantly hued juices. blueberries. total) fiber, 26 g sugar. 10 BOLLYWOOD TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017

Never felt overshadowed by Salman: Sohail Khan

ctor Sohail Khan, who will as an actor, only focus on my part. environment -- his father is veteran be seen with his superstar The rest automatically falls in place,” scriptwriter Salim Khan, and most Abrother Salman Khan in the he added. of his family members too are asso- forthcoming movie “Tubelight”, While the film is an emotional ciated with the movie business. says he never felt overshadowed journey of two brothers, and the Can he still watch a film like a by his sibling on screen. story is set in the 1960s, according common audience member since In “Tubelight”, they are playing to Sohail, director Kabir Khan has he is very much an insider in the on screen brothers. created a beautiful world that played process of filmmaking? “Oh yes, Asked if he had any pressure to an important part in helping them absolutely. I always judge a film on match up his performance and execute their performance. its overall impact at the first place, screen presence with Salman, “When we went to the set, we because I see no point of scrutinis- Sohail said: “No, I never felt over- felt like we are standing in the ing a film by some of its parts. What shadowed by (Salman) bhai, 1960s’ era. For a performer, that is if the story is not good, but the cin- because in this film, he is not play- important. Kabir has an eye for ematography is? What if the acting ing ‘The Salman Khan’. Maybe in detailing and the team of production is good but the film does not create audience’s mind, he is a hero, but and set designers also have done a any impact or give the audience a he did not act that way. great job. Since I am a film producer ‘paisa vasool’ experience? “In fact, I believe that whether it too, working with this kind of a good Diya”, Sohail has produced films “What if the music is good but is Salman Khan or even any char- filmmaker makes me learn so much like “Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya”, the scenes are bad? For me, a film acter actor, you should not compete that later I utilise it in my produc- “Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?”, “Part- is good, if it is overall good and give in a scene to get more eyeballs or tions,” Sohail said. ner” and “Jai Ho”, apart from being you (audience) a wholesome expe- feel insecure. The moment you try Having made his acting debut a director. rience,” said Sohail. “Tubelight” is any of that, you spoil the scene. I, with the film “Maine Dil Tujhko Sohail has grown up in a film releasing on Friday.

Never thought digital content will be Bollywood incomplete without shown in festivals: Gulshan Grover

Karan Johar: Saif Ali Khan eteran actor Gulshan, who will ctor Saif Ali Khan says Bolly- Gulshan be flying to Moscow, wood is incomplete without VGrover, pointed out that the Athe presence of filmmaker whose web-film Soumik Sen direc- Karan Johar. Saif will join Karan to “Badman” has been torial is India’s first host the 18th edition of the Interna- invited for screen- mockumentary fea- tional Indian Film Academy (IIFA) ing at the Moscow ture film. Awards in New York next month. International Film “All characters The actor, who was present Festival and Lon- are real. Within along with Varun Dhawan and Karan don Indian Film these characters for an IIFA 2017 press conference, Festival, says he story is woven. said: “Film industry is incomplete never thought that Some of it is real, without Karan Johar.” something made for some is made up. When mediapersons asked the Mushkil” is the front runner in the internet will be shown at interna- The incidents and scenes are created, reason behind making such a state- nomination pack of the 18th edi- tional festivals. but the people are real. ‘Badman’ is ment, Saif quipped: “’Baahubali...’ tion of the gala. “Badman” will be screened at also India’s first original feature film Can you imagine our film industry Is he nervous? “It is great to the Moscow International Film for the digital audience. without that? He is one of those win it when you win but if you Festival on Saturday and London “Because what is happening is arteries in the blood flow of the film don’t, you should not care,” he said. Indian Film Festival on June 27. companies are making a lot of con- industry.” Karan, who was sitting Saif also said that he wants to “I never thought that what was tent for the viewers on the digital next to him, thanked Saif for saying host a show with superstar Shah made for internet will be shown in platform, but most of it are in the that. Looking back at his journey as Rukh Khan. He said: “It will be fun! international festivals. It will be form of series, no one has made a host, Karan said: “I realised I He is so clever, I would live to host shown at Leicester square on June an original feature film. They are started hosting shows from 2000, a show with him.” Varun, who was 24 and June 25 on Wembley, Lon- giving viewers yesterday’s films to which was a Filmfare award. It’s sitting next to Saif, said: “I would don, June 26 - Birmingham and June watch on the digital,” Gulshan said. been 17 years! I am glad that every love to watch you (Saif) and Shah 27 in Stratford. Four different large “It is also for the first time that an year I have managed to get the job! Rukh working together on-screen.” cinemas are going to screen the film actor’s iconic character that has The experience is always good, as I IIFA will be taking place at the and at the biggest theatre in Mos- gained popularity and the same enjoy whenever I am on stage.” MetLife Stadium, New York on July cow. Yes, it is something that excites actor has been chosen to play the Karan’s directorial “Ae Dil Hai 14 and 15. me,” Gulshan said. Talking about the hero of that film. So there are many achievements made by “Badman”, firsts.” TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017 HOLLYWOOD 11

‘Cars 3’ speeds to No. 1; Tupac biopic nets strong debut

AP president of theatrical distribution for Lionsgate. The Mandy Moore onder Woman” fell shark thriller “47 Meters Down” also to second place in its exceeded low expectations, earn- “Wthird weekend in ing $11.5 million for a fifth place theatres, but it’s still doing the heavy start. A “C” CinemaScore, however, lifting for the otherwise lackluster could mean the pic is dead in the summer box office. water going forward. While many worn-out fran- The raunchy R-rated comedy chises and franchise hopefuls “Rough Night” is also facing some continue to struggle to find a sig- rough waters ahead with its ghastly nificant North American audience, “C+” CinemaScore. The film, about smaller films such as the Tupac a bachelorette party weekend gone biopic “All Eyez on Me” and the wrong, starring Scarlett Johansson, shark thriller “47 Meters Down” Kate McKinnon and Jillian Bell, took were able to break through the clut- in a paltry $8.1m against a $20m ter and make a splash this production budget. weekend. “Rough Night” opened in seventh As expected, the third install- state of the industry,” Derga- summer. We’re now at about even, place, behind “Pirates of the Carib- ment in Disney and Pixar’s $1bn rabedian said. but the industry would like to see bean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,” “Cars” franchise easily took the top The G-rated “Cars 3” got an “A” better than even.” which brought in $8.5m. The fifth spot, but its estimated $53.5m in CinemaScore and generally posi- Amid the doldrums, lower-pro- “Pirates” film has earned $150.1m earnings told a more complicated tive reviews, but it will have to file films were able to make a mark. domestically and $500m tale. “Cars 3” had the worst open- contend with “Despicable Me 3” The longtime-coming Tupac biopic internationally. ing in the series’ history — “Cars” which opens in two weeks. “All Eyez on Me” earned $27.1mi to Next week, another fifth install- opened to $60.1m and “Cars 2” to “Wonder Woman” was knocked take third place on the charts. ment — “Transformers: The Last $66.1m — and it was one of the low- down to second place with $40.8m, Despite largely negative Knight” — opens. Dergarabedian est debut totals for the Pixar brand. bringing its domestic total to reviews, audiences gave the film expects it follow suit with most of It was also a disappointment $274.6m, while holdover “The an “A-“ CinemaScore. Lionsgate’s the summer’s franchises and earn compared with the top films over Mummy” slid to fourth place in Codeblack division marketed the the bulk of its money abroad. this weekend in 2015 and 2016, weekend two with $13.9m. pic, which cost Morgan Creek Pro- “Sometimes the bigger and bet- noted comScore senior media ana- “It’s been a challenging summer. ductions around $40 million to ter box office stories are not at No. lyst Paul Dergarabedian. A year ago, I always say it comes down to prod- produce. It opened to coincide with 1,” Dergarabedian said. “’All Eyez Pixar’s “Finding Dory” debuted with uct. Are the movies grabbing what would have been the late rap- on Me’ and ‘47 Meters Down’ are $135.1m. In 2015, Jurassic World” people?” Dergarabedian said. per’s 46th birthday on June 16. the kind of movies people are look- raked in $106.6m in its second “Before ‘Wonder Woman’ we were “It’s always nice to exceed ing for. It bodes well for ‘Baby weekend. “That kind of tells you the about 9 percent behind last expectations,” said David Spitz, the Driver’ and ‘Atomic Blonde.’” ‘Despicable Me 3’: Emotionally packed and entertaining IANS Gru and are out on their own. But then Gru brothers and Gru’s daughters with Lucy. itches to get into the villainy racket and the plot The plot also consists of Looney tunes-esque ery rarely do follow-ups create the same working as deux-de-machina introduces him sight gags and pop-culture references with an impact as their prequels, but in the case to his long lost twin brother, Dru. emphasis on the era and catchy Pharrell Wil- Vof “Despicable Me 3”, the intensity of the So keeping in line with the continuation of lians songs on the sound track. film surpasses its predecessors. It excels as a its earlier two editions of family values, Gru along The voice projected by the stars effortlessly scaled-up action thriller packed with a 1980s with Lucy and his three adopted daughters go to slip into the characters’ vocal chords. The con- style of story that includes affirmation of good visit Dru. How they, along with the Minions all stantly fussy and cribbing tone of Gru, lent by old-fashioned family values. And, repeating its bust Balthazar, forms the crux of the tale. Thus Steve Carell has the sharpness of a once dan- formula of “Gang busting,” the narrative begins making “Despicable Me 3” an emotionally packed, gerous villain who has now mellowed over time. with a disgruntled former child star turned vil- extended family jamboree. Kristen Wiig projects a matronly tone that is lain called Balthazar Bratt (Trey Parker) stealing While the story is simple and focussed, the stern yet caring. Trey Parker as Balthazar Bratt the biggest diamond from under Gru’s nose. antics of the Minions are enough to keep kids is extremely entertaining as he switches from The Anti-Villain League’s new boss (Jenny and adults involved and their several gibber- smooth-talking to an effortlessly intimidating Slate) fires Gru for not being competent enough. ish outbursts divert the story path several times baddie with ease. Lucy, his soul-mate tries to protest but in the to give room to humour. Packed with devious Overall, “Despicable Me 3” is a moderately bargain, the duo are kicked out of the League. action plans, what keeps you hooked to the fast paced animated-action film that would Meanwhile the Minions, too rebel against screen is the emotional bonding between the appeal to all. 12 TECHNOLOGY TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017

New smartphone app can warn sleepy drivers esearchers at Hong Kong Baptist University have Rdeveloped a smartphone app that can detect drowsy driv- ers and alert them. While the new system is suit- able for all drivers and can help reduce accidents caused by fatigue driving, machinery work- ers who have long working hours may also find it handy, according to the researchers. The new approach adopts a smartphone’s real-time video to track and analyse the facial fea- tures of a driver, in particular the changes in his eyelids and head Printed sensors may warn when position, which are prominent fatigue symptoms. With this sys- tem pre-installed in a generic to change your car tyres smartphone, a driver just has to put it near the steering wheel with ngineers in the US have Automotive Design Group, the While most of this electric field the front camera facing him in his invented an inexpensive researchers demonstrated a design passes directly between the two normal driving position. Eprinted sensor that can mon- using metallic carbon nanotubes electrodes, some of the field arcs When the camera captures itor the tread of car tyres in real (tiny cylinders of carbon atoms just between them. When a material is features like drooping eyelids, time, warning drivers when the one-billionth of a meter in diame- placed on top of the electrodes, it drowsiness or even nodding off, rubber meeting the road has grown ter) that can track millimetre-scale interferes with this so-called “fring- an alarm is automatically set off. dangerously thin. changes in tread depth with 99 per ing field.” To ensure that the driver is “With all of the technology and cent accuracy. The sensor design By measuring this interference awakened, the driver has to turn sensors that are in today’s cars, it’s was detailed in IEEE Sensors Jour- through the electrical response of off the alarm either by voice or by kind of crazy to think that there’s nal. The technology relies on the the grounded electrode, it is possi- hand. This method requires only almost no data being gathered from well understood mechanics of how ble to determine the thickness of a smartphone without any addi- the only part of the vehicle that is electric fields interact with metal- the material covering the sensor, tional devices or sensors, Professor actually touching the road,” said lic conductors. the researchers said. Cheung Yiu-ming said in a state- Aaron Franklin, Associate Profes- The core of the sensor is formed While the sensor could be made ment released by the Hong Kong sor at Duke University in Durham, by placing two small, electrically from a variety of materials and Baptist University. As the system North Carolina. “Our tyre tread sen- conductive electrodes very close methods, the best results were can activate the rear camera of the sor is the perfect marriage between to each other. By applying an oscil- obtained by printing electrodes smartphone, it can also be utilised high-end technology and a simple lating electrical voltage to one and made of metallic carbon nanotubes as a normal driving recording sys- solution,” Franklin said. grounding the other, an electric on a flexible polyimide film, tem, the researchers said. In collaboration with Fetch field forms between the electrodes. according to the study. New technology makes electricity from urine & kills bacteria esearchers have developed a system countries in areas lacking sanitation or installed urine is consumed by microbes inside the fuel which can generate electricity from urine in homes to help clean waste before it flows into cells, breaking it down and creating energy. R— enough to charge a mobile phone — and the municipal sewerage network, thereby reduc- For the pathogen experiment, the bacterium also kill bacteria harmful to humans, an advance ing the burden on water companies to treat Salmonella enteritidis was added to urine flow- that could be harnessed to treat wastewater. effluent. It was necessary to establish the tech- ing through the system, then checked at the end In this process, wastewater flows through a nology could tackle pathogens in order for it to of the process to identify if bacteria numbers had series of cells filled with electroactive microbes be considered for use in the developing world, been reduced. Results, published in the journal that attack and destroy pathogens. The research- said lead researcher Ioannis Ieropoulos, Profes- PLOS ONE, revealed pathogen numbers had ers believe that the microbial fuel cell (MFC) sor at University of the West of England, Bristol. dropped significantly, beyond minimum require- technology could one day be used in developing In this system, the organic content of the ments used by the sanitation sector. TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017 CINEMA PLUS 13

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The Mummy (2D/Action) 10:00, 11:00am, 12:00noon, 12:40, 1:20, 2:30, 2:40, Raabta (2D/Hindi) 9:00pm The Mummy (2D/Action) 9:30pm 3:40, 5:00, 6:00, 7:20, 7:30, 8:20, 9:40, 10:00, 10:45pm & 12:00midnight Puthan Panam (2D/Malayalam) 9:00 & 11:30pm Outlaws And Angels (2D/Action) 10:00am, 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 5:00, 9:15 Outlaws And Angels (2D/Action) 11:30midnight & 11:30pm Voice From The Stone (2D/Drama) 12:00midnight Bodom (2D/Horror) 11:00am, 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00pm Guardians of The Galaxy 2 (2D/Action) 11:00am, 3:45 & 8:30pm ASIAN TOWN Diary of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul (2D/Comedy) 1:45, 6:30 & 11:15pm Godha (Malayalam) 10:30pm CIA: Comrade in America (2D/Malayalam) The Boss Baby (2D/Animation) 10:00am, 12:00noon, 2:00 & 4:00pm 8:00 & 10:30pm Puthan Panam (Malayalam) 8:00pm King Arthur: Legend of The Sword (2D/Action) 6:00, 8:30 & 11:00pm Howard Love Craft And The Frozen Kingdom (2D/Animation) 11:00am, AL KHOR Puthan Panam (Malayalam) 1:00, 3:00 & 5:00pm 12:00noon, 3:00, 9:00pm & 12:00midnight The Mummy (Action) 11:30am, 2:00, 9:45pm & 12:15am Alien Covenant (2D/Action) 7:00, 9:30pm & 12:00midnight CIA: Comrade in America (2D/Malayalam) 11:45am, 2:30, 8:30 & 11:15pm Voice From The Stone (2D/Drama) 11:30am, 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30pm& 11:30 The Mummy (3D IMAX/Action) 11:30am, 1:50, 4:10, 6:30, 8:50 & 11:10pm ROXY Deep (2D/Animation) 3:00, 5:00 & 7:00pm MALL Puthan Panam (Malayalam) 3:00, 6:00, 9:00pm & 12:00midnight The Mummy (Action) 3:00, 5:20, 7:40, 9:40, 10:00pm & 12:15am Raabta (2D/Hindi) 9:00pm The Mummy (2D/Action) 9:30 & 11:30pm Raabta (Hindi) 3:00, 6:00, 9:00pm & 12:00midnight Puthan Panam (2D/Malayalam) 9:00pm Bodom (Horror) 9:00 & 11:00pm Voice From The Stone (2D/Drama) 11:30pm BODOM Outlaws And Angels (2D/Action) 12:00midnight

LANDMARK Raabta (2D/Hindi) 9:00pm The Mummy (2D/Action) 9:30pm Voice From The Stone (2D/Drama) 9:30pm Outlaws And Angels (2D/Action) 11:30pm Puthan Panam (2D/Malayalam) 11:30pm Bodom (2D/Horror) 11:45pm Every camper’s worst nightmare came true at Lake Bodom in 1960 when four teenagers were stabbed to death while sleeping Note: Programme is subject to change without prior notice. in their tent.

BABY BLUES

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE 14 BRAIN TEASERS TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2017

CROSSWORD CONCEPTIS SUDOKU

Conceptis Sudoku: Conceptis Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9×9 grid. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3×3 box contains the same number only once.

Yesterday’s answer

ALL IN THE MIND

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