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• Cancer-Fighting Superfoods To Add To Your Diet • Dealing With Spoiled Rotten Child • Real Friendship Goals • How To Survive A Heartbreak PAGE Insight Exclusive: • Ahmed Mourad • Arab Journalists Fighting For Our • Eddie Izzard Freedom Of Expression • Ghada Wali • Merits And Flaws Of Being A • House Of Select Journalist • Remembering Journalists Who • Mai Abdullah Change Our World • Salah El-Gehiny • Sonia Sherazi • Hamsa Mansour • Sherif Nour El Din • Nihal Zaki

Cover story: • Effortless Fabulous Autumn • Radwa El Sherbiny Looks • Alluring Autumn Looks Ahead Of The Game • What Not To Wear This Fall

• Start At 20, And Never Look 40 • Treating ‘Buttne’: An Easy Cure • The Beauty Beneﬁts Of Beer • Ways To Get Rid Of Dark Underarms • Look Farm & Fuzzy For Fall • What Not To Wear This Fall S Life As We Know It: • Cancer-Fighting Superfoods To Add To Your Diet • Dealing With Spoiled Rotten Child • Real Friendship Goals • How To Survive A Heartbreak

• Ahmed Mourad Voice of the Masses: • Arab Journalists Fighting For Our • Eddie Izzard Freedom Of Expression • Ghada Wali • Merits And Flaws Of Being A • House Of Select Journalist • Remembering Journalists Who • Mai Abdullah Change Our World • Salah El-Gehiny • Sonia Sherazi • Hamsa Mansour • Sherif Nour El Din • Nihal Zaki

Fashion Forward: • Effortless Fabulous Autumn • Radwa El Sherbiny Looks • Alluring Autumn Looks Ahead Of The Game • What Not To Wear This Fall Beauty Brief: • Start At 20, And Never Look 40 • Treating ‘Buttne’: An Easy Cure • The Beauty Beneﬁts Of Beer • Ways To Get Rid Of Dark Underarms • Look Farm & Fuzzy For Fall • What Not To Wear This Fall EﬀortlesslyAutumn Fabulous Looks You could wear a decade-old tank top with over-worn trousers and still look glamorous if you put on the right jacket or know how to rock some sequin-wear. If there’s something in vogue this season, it’s putting on a near-dull outfit before spicing it up with just one piece. Here’s what you can rock this fall for an effortlessly stunning look. By: Sherif El-Kady

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We heard rumours about making both the ‘The Cell’ and ‘Sons of What makes a script stand Rizk’ into sequels. Any confirma out from the crowd? tion? Let’s ust say that there deﬁnitely is an author of the script should also intention to have a seuel of these ﬁlms El Gehiny level and resonate with the pro this to whoever reads the script Was the film’s critical acclama tion and success a surprise?

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Do you ever make changes to a unprecedented and unconventional in script mid-shooting? Egyptian cinema I hope that my success I’m uite convinced that a script is never with the previous films I wrote paves the The Consummate way for me to make this happen My goal was to create final before the last day of production Otherwise, there’s always a chance to edit or develop your writing in the mak Any advice for those writing their ing of the film if needed first script? didn’t come off as a You are the first viewer of your film Have Have you ever sold a good script fun with your script, enoy writing it, and Filmmaker never think of anything else while you’re persona from a generic visualized? you’re doing this to appease your pen Best known for his most recent scripts for the Tarek Alarian films ‘El Khaleya’ (The Cell) and ‘Welad Rizk’ (Sons of Rizk), both Not really, but I have written many scripts chant for writing and self-improve as an American actioner. of which saw immediate critical acclamation upon their release, Salah El Gehiny has successfully established himself as one of I still hope to get made into films one the Middle East’s contemporary icons in filmmaking with a blazing trail of unconventionally ingenious works. The screenwriter and filmmaker tells us how he got started, how he met Tarek Alarian, and gives advice to aspiring young writers. By: Mayar El-Shamy How do you choose a title for a script? Was this ever a prolonged obstacle? Tell us how you were drawn into ‘Sons of Rizk’ and ‘The Cell’. How create an action hero that didn’t come Some movie ideas burgeon with pre filmmaking. would you describe your relation- off as a ripped-off archetypal persona It started from early childhood, back ship with Tarek Alarian? from a generic American actioner. And a part of the plot’s idea In other at the same time, I didn’t want the char- when my brother and I discovered a I met Tarek around seven years back. cases, summing up what you wrote in acter to be simplified to a boring extent video library in the neighbourhood. With utting the massive experience gap I met the same impediment with the time, we nearly finished watching every between us aside, I found that our tastes difficult and time-consuming chal antagonist, Marawan, whom I wanted to single film the place had, and that’s in films were very similar, which eventually lenge to the point that you ask others make as multifaceted as possible with- what really ourished my love for cin- drove us to cooperatively come up with to read your script and help you find out reducing him to a near-cartoonish ema That said, I never thought that I’d film ideas and proects including ‘Sons of an appropriate title villain that was far from any realism. All actually be a professional filmmaker one Rizk’ and ‘The Cell’ day, not until I started coming up with of this had to be done in conunction What keeps you motivated? with reasonably paced events, some ideas for potential plots and I wouldn’t I always remind myself that what’s How did you develop Tarek dramatic elements, comic relief and a rest until I could find a way to synthe- pivotal is the proect that follows, not Alarian’s idea of ‘The Cell’ into a bit of romance, the consistency of which sise my stories into professionally-written the one that was already produced was not something that could easily be scripts script, and was it challenging? This helps me always look ahead Despite the simplicity of the film’s general rendered into a two-hour film You have worked on two RAW outline, it being so simple was essentially the biggest obstacle. My goal was to Entertainment films in a row, Will you describe how you felt the

8 insight first time you saw ‘The Cell’ after whether or not my last proect saw the success I had hoped the making? for. There wasn’t so much an element of surprise, since I was mostly present during production and could see the exerted Do you have habits that efforts during the making on Tarek and you find helpful when his team’s behalf But I think what I was writing? most pleased to see was the uality of To say the least, I have accus- the chase scenes after the ﬁnal editing tomed myself to writing at a of the montage. speciﬁc time, place and under the same lighting. We heard rumours about making both the ‘The Cell’ and ‘Sons of What makes a script stand

Rizk’ into sequels. Any confirma- out from the crowd? tion? The narration style is crucial! The Let’s ust say that there deﬁnitely is an author of the script should also intention to have a seuel of these ﬁlms feel the story on the emotional ehiny level and resonate with the pro- in the works soon. tagonists to be able to deliver this to whoever reads the script

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ulitzer’s efforts and effective- literary tradition have had a big enough inuence for his very name to become an accolade given to the best ournalism contributions Helen Thomas John Peter Zenger Harry McAlpin ulitzer has written for news- nown as the first lady of ournal- There cannot be democracy without a papers and later purchased ism, Thomas has long given American With McAlpin being the first African free press, and this is something Zenger and ran the ‘New York World,’ presidents a difficult time with her brutally American ournalist to be admitted to knew to heart and fought for with the after which time he had a straightforward uestions As a member a US residential news conference help of the renowned Scottish lawyer, conspicuous circulation war of the White House press, she’s recalled with resident Franklin Roosevelt all Andrew Hamilton The German ournalist with William Randolph Hearst, to rise from her front-row seat to ask the way in back 44, he has success- who settled in New York City straightfor- one of the biggest ournalists the first uestion, which was always so fully broken the colour line, contrary to wardly exposed the inustices of gover- and publishers of the time, blunt, it left presidents from ennedy to what contemporary reporters wanted nor, William S Cosby, which was met by to the point that it became Obama abbergasted I respect the He was asked by colleagues not to his prosecution under charges of libel In an obstacle in the way of his office of the presidency, but I never wor- attend, and in return they would have his trial, Hamilton successfully defended groundbreaking stories Later ship at the shrines of our public servants given him their notes well as make him his client by famously appealing to the on, he made the decision They owe us the truth, the controversial a member of the White House ress ury saying it is not the cause of one to gravitate towards expos- columnist said in an interview published Correspondents Association, but he poor printer, but the cause of liberty ing inustices Following in in ‘Ms Magazine’ A few years before humbly turned the offer down before The ury returned in a few minutes with the footsteps of Zenger, he her death, she has been falsely accused meeting Roosevelt who shook his hand a verdict of not guilty, rendering this trial too was falsely accused of of anti-Semitism a backlash she clev- telling him, Harry, I’m glad you are a game changer for Western ournalism libel when he exposed an erly disproved in an interview claiming here until today illegal payment to the French she was indeed anti-Zionist, but held no anama Canal Company, contempt for Jews, as she herself was a but because his piece was Semitic based on fact, the charges were dropped

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For those who don’t have time to go to the gym, is there anything they can do at home? If they are aiming to lose weight, they can deﬁnitely work out at home. They can do body weight workouts for 40 to 50 mins every day like squats, pushups, situps , jumping jacks and so on alongside a planned diet so as to reach their goals fast and with great results. But I want to recommend to those who will work out at home to make sure they are following proper techniques so they don’t injure themselves. Rib eye steak

How does exercise change one’s life other than physically? Exercise changes a lot about you It gives you more conﬁdence, more power, a stronger personality and greater endurance. I always tell people who suffer from depression that going to the a gym will be their best friend. It will help you learn to love your body, listen to it and love yourself before loving those around you and learning to co-exist

How do you control your cravings? At the beginning of any diet, craving are so high. People usually crave sugar or carbs. But everyone should know that this only happens in the ﬁrst week after diet change For instance, if it’s sugar you’re craving, after eleven or so days you’ll notice that your body is quick to forget about such hankerings.

Can pregnant women exercise? Yes, pregnant women can exercise, and it’s better for them to do so as they pass through different phases of hormonal changes. It also helps with depression that some women go through during pregnancy and post pregnancy. They’ll need to work out to stay healthy and in good shape, and for themselves and their babies not to feel depressed. Pregnant women should always ask their doctors ﬁrst if they can work out and get medical per- Oriental Bread mission to do so as there are different pregnancy cases that can occur.

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from clients’ preferences and insufficient brand research, to technical difficulties and proect budget limitations Besides Changing the World through As they utilize technology to liberate their imagination, graphic designers have leapt into the art scene, creating a sub-industry that became a strong pillar to the realm of art. The adroit Ghada Wali, who design than brands with specific target groups made it to Forbes List 30 Under 30 –Europe– in Arts, has mastered graphic design and vaulted to sudden prominence. Through telling us about her methods to strike such success and sharing the challenges that may hinder any designer, she reveals her unique thoughts and personality. By: Dina Fawzy

Tell us about yourself and how you will always be an immensely powerful redesign Cairo’s national circus. I chose got started. tool that can create great impact, an to spend a full month with the perform- honest reection, and a documentation ers and audience to study and explore I’m originally a painter, who has done of the human evolution. Design plays their behaviours, Spending the day in the advanced levels of painting in my IGCSE an essential role in fostering cultures, circus; observing, recording, taking notes, school. Even when I was a kid, I was scripts, history and finding innovative taking pictures, as well as running surveys, always infatuated with painting people, ways to preserve history while keeping and interviews, had the power to ignite portraits, expressions and feelings. I had up with the fast moving-pace of the inspiration and expand the horizons of no doubt that the Art field was my main future. A fresh eye on history's treasures any designer in building a great success- interest, but when I realized that I can with a contemporary approach, while ful brand. still make art and change people’s lives celebrating a nation's history with global by delivering a message through ‘design/ engagement is my objective, so our visual communication’, I hopped on the How do you handle good Feedback beautiful Arab identity can be proudly opportunity with the new graphic design VS harsh criticism? showcased to the world. program that opened at the German I’m grateful to good feedback and University in Cairo (GUC). This puts me as positive vibes; they always give me one of the pioneers of graphic design in You have worked on different projects, reassurance that I am on the right track, my country. Of course, it was a great chal- which one is your favourite? Why? especially when my work really inspires lenge to join a program happening for the I invest my all in every single one of my or moves someone. It’s the best reward. I first time in Egypt, but I insisted on marking works, but maybe my graduation project appreciate constructive criticism and try my first step in my ourney, and I believed was my turning point. However, spending to maximize my leanings, but only if it’s in how graphic design can change the hours of research and getting inspired by relevant and healthy. world and improve people’s lives. people, places, the products and servic- How do you keep up with the latest es I am working on is an essential asset tools and trends? to produce real and honest story-telling What skills should a good graphic Drawing, sketching, conceptualization, designs. Consumers for me constitute designer have? watching tutorials, reading design books, the main drive of any design project I’m Constant stimulation, passion and crea- following the global scene, and read- about to embark on. For example, one of fields, where design can contribute with a huge percentage in tive mentality are very important for ing the latest trending articles help me the most enjoyable design journeys I have a graphic designer. Art has been and keep up with the latest trends I also find experienced was when I was asked to attending major design conferences, 16 insight workshops, exhibitions, competitions and design events happening around the world helpful as well.

What kind of challenges does a graphic designer face? Half of the population don’t know what graphic design is, and the other half aren’t aware of the importance of visual communication, which all make being a graphic designer in the Arab world a difficult task The lack of proper Arabic Ghada typefaces has been a problem I had to face since I was a university student. I always wondered why there aren’t enough Arabic typefaces in ratio to Latin ones! I was shocked to know that there are only 72 well-designed Arabic fonts compared to thousands of Latin. Working in advertising and dealing with multinational brands everyday makes it a very challenging task, since we face the problem of creating a bilingual logo or font. I’m not a fan of harmonizing Arabic Wali fonts to create matching Latin fonts; instead I work on pre- serving and respecting the character of the Arabic letters as well as the Latin’s. Designers face many other problems from clients’ preferences and insufficient brand research, to technical difficulties and proect budget limitations Besides the many mediums for design adaptations could be hard to execute. A well-designed identity is one that could be easily used on various mediums and applications both consistently and effectively. Language barriers are challenging tasks as well and are very common when dealing with international brands. For example, creating a bilingual brand that feels, looks, and communicates the same with the Arab and foreign consumers is a complex task when it comes under application. On the other hand, a lot of brands fall in the trap of following the conventional identity guidelines without focusing on creativity, innovation and change. The targeted audience is also a huge factor that identity designers need to consider, brands that target various segments are harder to design than brands with specific target groups

Being selected among the Forbes list 30 under 30- Europe- 2017 is a great achievement. How did this make you feel? Honoured and pressured to push further. It demands years of hard work and tons of unmet trials before an Arab woman can make it to just the surface of having a fair chance of global recognition in a male-west dominated world. I am sure that within one story that is recognized, there are a million stories of women out there that have failed to reach out to a honest reection, and a documentation public mass. scripts, history and ﬁnding innovative What advice would you give to young graphic designers who look up to you? You are changing lives here, so you better have big beliefs no doubt that the Art ﬁeld was my main and conviction. Fall in love with them, do not doubt or stop them no matter how tempting distractions can be. Work hard like there is no tomorrow, carry on with this pace so you can create the future, and don’t settle for mediocrity. The point is, if you could truly inspire one person by succeeding in changing a little bit their way of thinking or touching their hearts, at this moment it will just beat anything you have ever experienced. So work hard for that!

A word for our readers… Ancient Egyptians were almost the innovators of visual commu- first time in Egypt, but I insisted on marking nication in the history of the world. It is a pity that we have fallen my first step in my ourney, and I believed into not only visual pollution, but visual illiteracy. My objective as a designer is to both learn and educate people through graphic design and leverage it as a tool for positive change. I want to create a visual revolution in my country. I wish that one day I could be responsible for implementing the role of graphic design in education, tourism, politics, social design and other fields, where design can contribute with a huge percentage in promoting, maximizing and reviving our country in all areas, as keep up with the latest trends I also find proven in all other countries in the world hallenin reae in

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Writing fiction is a work of art that demands unleashing your imagination beyond the limits of real- ity, a gift that can only be mastered by a handful of prodigies, and that includes Ahmed Mourad. The energy Once I ﬁnish writing, I eat a author of ‘Sayad El-Ghezlan’ has given us glimpses of what goes behind-the-scenes of his script-writing and spilled the beans about some of his personal beliefs.

I ﬁnd that writing energizes my life

18 insight hallenin extra effort, but when you undergo glory, reae in success, and the audience’s approval, you know it’s worth it. Would you tell us ab yr wriin ha are he dil hal process? lene a wrier ay nrn It’s a very organised pro- The biggest challenge writers may con- cess for me. I don’t start front is themselves. Since writing isn’t a writing before gather- financially rewarding career for begin- ing all the details. If you ners, a writer can become obligated to improvise as you go or work multiple obs for profit This becomes start with an idea and an obstacle because even though try to develop it while their creativity may be sharp, it can be writing, this may obstruct limited under hard social and financial your track of thought. circumstances. Writers can also distract What does it for me is themselves by wasting too much time writing down the plot line on searching for references, and fretting before dissecting it into over unimportant details. They succumb smaller pieces and in to their body’s defence mechanism; sequence. whenever it feels like it’s approaching a You also cannot write time that demands extra energy in writ- what is told to you; it has ing, it squanders time out of fear. Other to be burgeon from your than that, depression can result from inner desire for it seem negative criticism that isn’t constructive. real. Your process of writ- That’s why I say that a reader can be ing should be driven by a writer-killer when they don’t read the passion from the start. book subjectively. If a writer isn’t ready to I think a writer has to receive such criticism and understand its love what they’re writing motives, this could be a major factor in because they will work destroying their potential. on this project for a long time. It takes me around w d y inrrae iie two years to write a book. On the other eedba and riii in yr hand, I love to write early work? in the morning because Any novel is followed by both good that’s when I feel like feedback and harsh criticism. What I do more energetic. Perhaps is put in consideration constructive criti- this is the only thing I allot cism that confirms my doubts As for neg- a specific time to ative criticism, I believe it only happens now because in the past people didn’t What genres of have the ability to directly address the b d y lie writer through social media, so I shrug the negativity off Mr Naguib Mahfouz read? used to meet his readers in seminars I love books that help only, nowadays, people can send insults Tell us about yourself and when me develop my thinking to the writer without even finishing the y r realied y waned and introduce me to new scientific theo- whole novel because it wasn’t their cup ries, especially social and physiological be a wrier of tea. I mean, we still have some weird works because those are usually loaded and deranged values because readers I have loved reading since I was a kid, with information. Fiction comes second, today won’t pay EGP 60 to buy a novel, and I wanted to make use of my pas- where plot, of course, is very important Ahmed Mourad sion of reading by writing. Being a writer to me, and can become a very good isn’t a decision though, it’s finding the reference for me to write better feelings and thoughts that motivate you to present them in any kind of art work, e wriin enerie r wether in cinema, photography or music depending on your personal talents and exhaust you? interests. It’s more like an inner volcano It does both actually, because if I’m that urges you to follow what needs to not writing, I feel like something major be done for eruption. Back then, I was a in my life is missing. At the same time, photographer and a journalist. I still love writing drains you and harnesses your photography and I never abandoned energy Once I finish writing, I eat a it, but it’s more of a hobby now. Right meal and take a two-hour nap after before I started writing, I felt like I have spending six hours of writing, then reached a certain level of constancy in repeat. This becomes very exhausting, life. Despite there was success, a family but when I look at the whole picture, and a stable income, I felt something I find that writing energizes my life was still missing, which I later discovered For some people, reading becomes was change. So I decided to make a a habit instead of a hobby. It’s like a career shift and start writing. sport that demands hard work and hrahy by ran wai

while also being open to spending more y hae any in wrd r yr adiene for a cup of coffee. The new-age reader projects you work on? I would like to thank them that they read does not have the capacity to accept My upcoming proect is filming my ‘Torab my works, and I ask them to read more the art of work as it is. We do not have Elmass’ (Diamond Dust) novel starting because without them, my work would this culture. After ten years of working from November. The second project is not exist. I hope I always meet their in the field, I no longer take the insults my latest novel that will be published expectations and aspirations. personally because they don’t add any- this month under the name of ‘Sayad thing to me or my style of writing. El-Ghezlan’ w any b y hae ny adie r yn wrier wh wrien and whih i yr ar wan llw in yr ie footsteps? I have written six novels. The latest one For young writers who want to start their will be published soon this month. career, I have a website that called As for which book is my favourite, that’s ‘Masamer El-etaba’ Masamer a difficult uestion because every book El-etaba It has thirty pieces of advice has its own story and place in my heart. for those who want to start writing. The Every one of them in its time of writing main advice for me is to keep writing was like my spoiled young child. Right everyday like you’re practicing a sport. now, my favourite is my upcoming book; If you want to be a writer, you should however, every work has its memories. have the ability to spend a long time What I can really tell you is that every writing every day without feeling bored novel I wrote totally changed me some- or exhausted. Writing needs dedication, how. Ahmed from ten years ago is not commitment, and inner desire. Also, who he is today. He’s not a better or read a lot and contemplate every detail worse person, but he’s different. around you.

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possible What Best Friends you love should be the main goal of any friendship To get the Should Carry off remember these valuable moments Harriet Beecher Stowe perfectly summed up intimate friendships when he said “friendships are discovered rather than made”. It’s better thought of as an adventure, where you encounter ups and downs and only find a few who stick by your side. It’s a feelings So take as many pictures as tough quest to find a real friendship; one that lasts forever, brightens up your world when you are at your worst, and blesses you with pleasant unforgettable memories. However, if you are lucky enough to have already found a loyal best friend, you’ll as possible relate with these goals that any best friends would commonly share on their memorable journey together.

It’s normal to experience ealously towards a platonic relationship If you find them getting close to anyone else or You go everywhere together You understand each other One thing that distinguishes any pair of Whether you’re shopping, hanging out Understanding your best friend, what best friends is how the give each other you have the total right to begrudge a at a café, or heading to a party, you will they need, what they like, and how they the look whenever they think of the little There’s no need to feel bad about always find yourselves together eople feel without forcing them to talk it out same thing simultaneously, Sometimes it though because it only shows how will start concluding you’re present is the best uality of friendship Having you bursting out in cackles immediately much you care about them somewhere upon seeing your other half, someone who cares for you and catch- follows this look You understand each even if they cannot physically see you es up with you quickly is a blessing from other through your eyes you don’t even have to say a word You’re unbiological siblings that not everyone has If you can relate with all of the above, it Teasing each other becomes means that you and your best friend are Youou have each other’s backs siblings who share everything but blood- a habit The main purpose of friendship is to find Mocking each other becomes so line What you have is precious never someone who eases things when take it for granted and always let your common that it’s weird when you’re at your worst To find some- you’re actually nice to each partner-in-crime know how much you one to talk to and perhaps cry mean to them other Surely, you make sure to if needed Sometimes, your you’re well-behaved around best friend may have no other people, but it’s a non- solution to your problem, stop name-calling contest but they will listen to your when you’re alone You bullshit all day long and may have hilarious nick- try to draw a smile on names, too your face On the other hand, in your happiest Your opinion moments, you will be always matters happy for each other,other and make the best of Whenever you are these moments about to make a big decision, you ask your best friends about Sleep overs are their opinion But more frequent importantly, you have Staying up all night, every day phone meet- orderingdering pizza, watch- ings over what to wear ing horror movies, and and gossip, which is mostly gossiping all night long are a much more complicated included Every sleep over is decision than it sounds an unforgettable night full of You match outfits many heartwarming memories Besides the fact that you alongside trying new things and exchange clothes all the time to the getting yourself in trouble differently point that you may get confused what every time is yours and what is theirs, you have at You have future plans togetherto least one similar outfit If you go shopping You’re both mutually aware that your and you both like the same clothes, it’s a You give each other “the look” friendship is not an ephemeral relation-r matching party! ship to pass the time You have future

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You share selfies and memories Friends Making memories with people you love should be the main goal of any friendship To get the chance to sit with your grand children around you, and tell them all about your past, look at the pictures you took together and remember these valuable moments will arouse the most heartwarming feelings So take as many pictures as you can to record as many memories as possible

You get jealous It’s normal to experience ealously towards a platonic relationship If you find them getting close to anyone else or see them hanging out with other people, best friends is how the give each other you have the total right to begrudge a the look whenever they think of the little There’s no need to feel bad about always find yourselves together eople same thing simultaneously, Sometimes it though because it only shows how is the best uality of friendship Having much you care about them follows this look You understand each even if they cannot physically see you other through your eyes you don’t even have to say a word You’re unbiological siblings that not everyone has If you can relate with all of the above, it means that you and your best friend arear siblings who share everything but blood- The main purpose of friendship is to find line What you have is precious never take it for granted and always let your you’re at your worst To find some- partner-in-crime know how much you mean to them other Surely, you make sure to if needed Sometimes, your you’re well-behaved around best friend may have no when you’re alone You may have hilarious nick- names, too your face On the other

Whenever you are these moments

their opinion But more importantly, you have Staying up all night, every day phone meet- ings over what to wear ing horror movies, and included Every sleep over is decision than it sounds

Besides the fact that you every time is yours and what is theirs, you have at least one similar outﬁt If you go shopping You’re both mutually aware that your ship to pass the time You have future Treating ‘Buttne’: An Easy Cure

Although it sounds like too much of a first world problem when world war three is about to break out, buttocks acne continues to be one, literally uncomfortable pain in the butt. We spend our morning beauty routines taking care of our facial skin and necks, taking our sweet bottoms for granted. Don’t bother using any OTC acne creams on there because reasons why this area breaks out are a little different from facial acne. Here’s how to treat and avoid buttne: By: Mayar El-Shamy Let it breathe Don’t sleep in the nude Moisturise There’s a reason why this abomina- We never thought we’d have to lay out We worry about facial wrinkles and ble phenomenon is more common in such specific advice, but here it is When don’t pay attention to areas we would women than men; the former more com- you sleep with little to no clothes, your easily cover up. Moisturising your butt monly wear clothes so tight, their own body is in constant friction against your doesn’t just prevent it from breaking skin cannot breathe. Wearing dresses sheets, which can iname your skin and out, it will also help avoid stretch marks with cotton undergarments for as long as later cause rash and acne. If you have and keep your skin baby-smooth. Shea it takes for your acne to subside would satin sheets, that poses another prob- butter is always the ideal choice when situation, be self-confident and reliable be a great start, since whatever you do lem, that being breathability. Always use it comes to sensitive areas that need to try and treat it would be counterpro- cotton sheets and wear cotton under- serious attention. Apply once after world operates It will amaze you at first ductive if you continue to wear tight, garments before heading to bed. This your morning shower and another time unbreathable clothes. is especially important in summertime before bed. when your sweat glands are most active. Cleanse your skin Give it extra care See a dermatologist It sounds like we’re about to tell you to If you’ve tried all of the previous buy some fancy butt cleanser; how- Don’t just let your body wash run down methods to no avail, it might be some- ever, all you need to do is simply shower on it and consider it clean. Exfoliate thing home remedies cannot fix You after any physical, full-body exercises or before using an anti-bacterial soap shouldn’t just try and coexist with your immediately when you get home after and lather it in a circular motion for a buttne. If it affects your self-esteem, a long day. This might mean you’ll have minute or two to kill any stubborn germs that’s more than enough reason to to shower twice a day, but it will keep that facilitate break-outs. Always use a seek professional help As difficult it your skin pores clean from any sweat, loofah, but if you have existing acne, it Languages also reect civilizations The may seem to get rid of at home, it’s grime and bacteria. You can always would be wise to stick to disinfecting it one of the easiest and most common add a cup or two of apple cider in a and skip exfoliation for when your skin is cases to treat at a dermatologist’s warm bath and soak for twenty minutes in good condition. If you have sensitive clinic. You’ll be a few laser-resurfacing for overall cleansing. If you don’t have skin, mild exfoliants include warm coco- sessions away from having the smooth time for a bath, make sure you’re under nut oil and diluted apple cider. Butt care skin you have always dreamt of. a steamy-hot shower that will work to doesn’t just come in squats! deeply purify your pores.

24 insight Reasons to Become a TRAVELER Trekking the world is an extraordinary, yet scary adventure. It is not only about having fun; travelling transforms your life and your perspective. It helps you discover your hidden inner charm, what you are capable of, and who you really are. It is an experience that everyone should seek to be introduced to a new chapter of their inner-self. Here’s how becoming a traveller will transform you.

It will change your perspective. traditions. There are so many solo travel- brings the best out of us. For example, Being exposed to different cultures and lers who like to have a companion for travelling alone will demand courage, environments helps you become wiser maybe a day or two. You’ll get to make independence, and a little bit of risk-tak- and develop a wider perspective of the friends from around the world, get close ing. It will help you handle your monetary world. It will help push you out of your to their culture and learn about their situation, be self-conﬁdent and reliable bubble and start to understand how the unique individuality. Moreover, creat- Even if none of these characteristics world operates It will amaze you at ﬁrst ing memories with people is better than interest you, you should know that you how big the world is and how there’s creating memories alone. You might be will learn to adapt with any situation and plenty to be taught about; however, it fascinated with nature’s beauty, but you in environment. will make you respect diverse customs, will still need company to make the best show you how every culture has its own of it all. You will appreciate what you way of thinking, and most importantly, it have Leaving your family, your friends, and will teach you not to judge others. You will learn a new language Before you travel anywhere, you have your daily routine for a while will make You will discover new places. to learn the most-used phrases in the you miss them. On the other hand, some Visiting various places with outstanding native tongue of where you’re head- people travel because they want to natural sights will make you appreci- ing. It might just be a few words or escape their real life; they want to leave ate life. Seeing the sunset at charming phrases, but the experience of getting to their responsibilities behind. However, beaches, camping in forests, climbing employ them will help teach you more. when you travel, you’ll get to realise that snow mountains, hiking, and diving to Languages also reect civilizations The you have it easier than some people you the depths of the oceans will give you intonations people use in their language, might come across, and only then will unforgettable thrills. It is a one-of-a-kind and the history of it will sometimes you know realize that you are making a adventure that will blow your mind away encourage you to delve deep enough mountain out of a molehill. Even bet- like nothing else. to grasp it before you go back home. ter, seeing the beauty in the world may make you more. At the end of the day, You will make friends and You will sharpen your skills you will miss and be grateful for the good memories. Sometimes, we do not know who we and bad things you already have. One merit of travelling is meeting new really are, or what we are capable of people with different perspectives and until we get trapped in a situation that La Gondola A Hidden Gem of Italian Cuisine

The coffee- dusted dessert Ideally situated in one of Cairo’s most with onion jam and grenadine sauce, was served in a sumptuous districts in Heliopolis, Sonesta was a very eccentric-tasting dish that chocolate cup Hotel, Tower & Casino - Cairo is the wouldn’t particularly appeal to every- with a ball of quintessential upscale destination for a one, but was nonetheless very much creamy vanilla quiet weekend, with a myriad of culi- enjoyed. ice-cream on nary options that cater to diverse tastes. If you’re familiar with (in)Sight’s reviews, the side. It was Though the hotel’s out-of-doors isn’t you already know we love ordering an absolute particularly spacious, the interior is com- grilled salmon dishes as a litmus test of a lush delight, modious, comfortably-lit and atmos- Chef’s professionalism, and we were not and we found pherically adorned with the soothing disappointed. Their pan-seared salmon that it was musical notes of a professional pianist at was most impressively live-cooked table- best comple- the reception. side by Chef El Sebaey, who marinated mented with With our minds, and palates, set for our fillet with red wine a stunt that set a cup of the Italian cuisine, La Gondola marked the concoction in the pan up in eddy- restaurant’s our stop for lunch. We were imme- ing ames, which gradually self-extin- extra creamy diately attended by a cheery chap guished after searing the fish to perfec- cappuccino. who escorted us to a table next to an tion. It was served with avocado salsa, To put the cherry on the cake and call extensive window, revealing vibrantly peppery baked spinach and the restau- it a night, we ordered what first caught green ferns made brighter with verti- rant’s homemade cocktail sauce. The our attention on the dessert menu –the cally assembled string lights placed on fillet immediately melted in the mouth, Bongo Bongo, which encompassed the wooden rafted wall behind them. and the overall seasoning was impec- homemade fresh pastry puffs filled with While we admired the setting sun from cable as if the ingredients that seemed the ice-cream avour of your choice the domed edge of the glass window, to be carelessly tossed in before us were and chocolate sauce. Oddly enough, which stretched to the ceiling, our waiter carefully calculated after all. our favourite part of the dish was the brought our complimentary bread and And of course, we had to try the pizza! freshly made, crispy puffs. cheeses –a delectable delight that kept Our salmon pizza was made directly us busy until our orders were ready. on the grill by La Gondola’s new Chef, Other than the exceptional service of the obsequious staff, the mouthwatering For a most appetising start, we tried Mohamed Abu Swelam, who studied menu, and the overall unwinding ambi- the Lightly Marinated Shrimp Roll with the intricacies of Italian cuisine in its ence, the restaurant really knows how Smoked Salmon, which was served with mother country. It was a bit crispier than to compete on price in the fine dining mildly tangy avocado salsa and rich what we’re used to, but cheesy and scene, offering the most exquisite plates cream cheese, all of which was gener- savoury nonetheless. for nearly half the price of its competi- ously topped off with red caviar. The As for the risottos, we especially loved tors without compromising quality in the shrimp was fresh; the salmon was satis- their Vegetable Risotto, which was least. fyingly juicy and the miniature bowl of served with fresh leaks, juicy spinach, avocado salsa was the zesty boost the sautéed ginger, and surprisingly, ancho- On the whole, La Gondola’s staff have plate needed. Shortly afterwards, Chef vies! The dish was pleasantly aromatic mastered the art of food presentation Mohamed El Sebaey gave us a show and could make a great appetiser for and live-cooking as much as they have preparing the restaurant’s Classic Caesar those who have a penchant for over- gastronomic perfectionism. Lunch time Salad tableside, which, regardless of poweringly briny seafood. is perfect for a family outing, and the how delicious it was, may have filled our calming night performances the Italian bellies more than an appetiser should. We barely had any room left for dessert, spot offers make the restaurant a roman- but we couldn’t go to an Italian fine tic harbour for love birds seeking a dinner Their Duo of Calf Liver, which they serve dining spot without trying their Tiramisu! date to remember. 26 insight our fillet with red wine a stunt that set ing ames, which gradually self-extin- guished after searing the fish to perfec- it a night, we ordered what first caught fillet immediately melted in the mouth, homemade fresh pastry puffs filled with the ice-cream avour of your choice

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The Fervent Feminist Tells Us Her want to see them happy and satisﬁed

30 insight Story Driven by her inner desire to help people and guide them through life challenges, the ravishing Radwa El Sherbiny started her glittering career as a TV presenter. Through her show ‘Heya w Bas’ (All about Her) and her upcoming fashion line ‘Tamarind’, she has created loving communities where women can be their independent selves. El Sherbiny guides women to step outside the limitations set upon them by traditions and helps them discover their true potential. The powerful feminist tells us her story and gives Arab women advice on how to find their sovereignty. How were you drawn to your career as a TV presenter? I have never wanted to be famous, but being a TV presenter was very becoming of my character. I’m social and I love to offer help when I can. With this job, I had the ability to reach and interact with a massive number of diverse people. It was the only job that could make me feel like I’m truly living the life I wanted. Being a show host is not merely a gateway to wealth and fame, or accruing relationships to attain something, but a strong passion.

If you weren’t a TV presenter, what you would like to be? When I was a kid, I wanted to be a pilot or a fashion designer! My parents wouldn’t approve either jobs because ying can be dangerous, and fashion design was not conventionally a respect- able job in Egypt 18 years ago. So if I wasn’t hosting shows, I would want to be a pilot or a fashion designer. I’m happy to say I did make my one of my childhood dreams come true: I’m launching a new fashion line called ‘Tamarind’, exclusively for women. Radwa What you want to do in the future? I’m not of those people who like to plan every step ahead. Whatever I end up doing, I just want to be me. I don’t want to change or be compelled to affecta- tion. I feel so blessed with the gifts I have in my life including my family, friends and colleagues. As for what I hope to see in the future, it has less to do with me and everything to do with my daughters. I just want to see them happy and satisfied The Fervent Feminist Tells Us Her with what they have. Is there anything you would like to improve in your show ‘All about Her’? I’m always thinking of plans and ideas every passing moment to expand the Story program, but I don’t like to rush things, so I’m taking things slow. CBC Sofra was need something; I’m not going out with can’t do anything. I have also learned to planning to increase the number of epi- friends because my kids need me, and give chances. If I set my mind to some- sodes to five days per week, but I suggest- the list goes on. We forget to take care of thing, I give myself chances to make it ed that we make it three instead of two ourselves and it leads to depression. This is happen. I don’t give up easily, but when before gradually extending it to five when what I’m trying to shed light on. Women I’m done, I’m done. I take it easy on we have good content to present. For the need to know how to love themselves and myself because I do trust God. I trust that time being, I’m satisfied with the number of give themselves some quality time. We when one door is closed, a couple of days we air, the content and the exposure. create life; we’re the ones who conceive better doors will be open. children, so we have a major role. If you’re ha i he inian not happy, you’re going to give up, and if Among all of the programs women give up, life will cease to exist! accomplishment you have you presented, what is your made in your entire career? What are your upcoming pro- favourite? The answer may shock some, but I I’m in love with ‘All about Her’, with the still don’t see myself having achieved jects? idea, and with the segments because anything consequential. I mean when- I’m going to start working as an instructor it’s 100% about women. I’m 35 now, so ever I gain experience, exposure I get, in Cairo Media School. Through couple I believe I’m mature enough to present or shows I host I see as steps for carrying of courses, i will teach girls how to pre- a program of such nature. I have a off a great unknown attainment. So right sent women TV programs. Then, number lovely boss, a lovely team, and great now I’m taking baby steps that I can’t of girls will be chosen and they will have colleagues in the CBC, one of the best consider as accomplishments, but I know a certificate that ualifies them to work I have ever worked with since I started they’re a good start to something I don’t Moreover, i signed for a big radio station working in the ART network twelve years know yet. but i don’t like to announce its name ago. They give me the capacity to say find your charming prince now until i record my first episode and do what I’m comfortable with in the How did you start to develop a program because that is my character How do you pull yourself after all. I also get the chance to con- feminist approach? together, and face life obsta- nect with the audience form my heart, Every woman has courage and poten- and deliver them certain beneficial mes- tial, but not all of them can express cles? sages, so that’s one of the things I love them. They just need someone to show Through experience, I learned that you the most about the show. them the way. I went through ups and can’t do everything by yourself, you downs myself, and I always looked for always need people to help. You have someone to guide me. As Egyptians, to be picky about choosing those you Have you ever felt like you we always bear the responsibility of trust to be your backbone. I’m blessed want to give up and have a continually sacrificing: I’m not going with a beautiful mother, a great family, long break? to spend money because my children and wonderful friends. Without them, i

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32 insight I’m a human being at the end of the day. I’m a liberal scientist, and when lib- sodes to five days per week, but I suggest- erals feel down they’re always tempted to make life-changing decisions. Now before gradually extending it to five when there are very few moments when I feel this way; when I’m very stressed and time being, I’m satisfied with the number of helpless, but it doesn’t drive me to want- ing to give up. On the contrary, when women send me positive comments to ha i he inian thank me, I feel like I want to maintain what I do and give them more.

Tell us two golden rules you raise your children on. First: you never lose something you never had, just keep trying not to lose what you really have. Second: do not dream of a charming prince that could come to your life and a certificate that ualifies them to work make it better, when you know how to make your life better, you’re going to find your charming prince now until i record my first episode If you have the chance to change two major things in and deliver them certain beneficial mes- our society, what would you change? I would start with how we treat our kids. With the declining economy, we’re just focused on making money to buy things for our kids, but we don’t have quality time with them. So, I would prefer spend- continually sacrificing: I’m not going ing quality time with my children rather than buying them what they want. Another thing I’d change is how men view and deal with us; how they see us like something they want to control or buy. I’d change how men think they could always be the upper hand.

How did you lose weight after your pregnancy? I weight thirty more kilos than I am now, and I wasn’t very athletic, but one day I stood in front of a mirror and had a small chat with myself: this isn’t my life, that isn’t me, that isn’t my body, and that isn’t my outﬁt I was determined to go back to myself and that is what I did. I went to a doctor, I had a diet and I made sure to stick to it. I went to the gym, and I hired a private trainer for a while. It was horrible! It was six months of a struggle between my abdomen and my mind, but I thankfully managed it.

Any advice for Arab women who encounter daily societal dilie Just be happy of being a woman. You’re different and unique. You don’t need a man to make you happy, satis- ﬁed, or successful You ust need yourself Go and search for yourself, for your real self, and whenever you ﬁnd her, you will know you’re right on track. Stand up for yourself and be kind, distinctive, and for- Photography & Creative : Mahmoud Ashour giving. Be whoever and whatever you’re Makeup artist : Mira ElFeky comfortable with; just be yourself! Hair styling : Mahmoud Ammer that, I read Reading is extremely impor-

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Nour El Din considered the best in her field So Rocketing to Stardom Behind his buoyantly lively interviews with international superstars and annual covering of film festivals is a surprisingly unostentatious man, who finds his greatest joy in reading a good book amidst the quietude of nature. Famously lauded as the only Egyptian television host who features international icons including Luis Fonsi and Claudia Clardanale on the ‘OnEnt’ I cannot stay home and watch a film network, Sherif Nour El Din has narrated to us his story in the media starting day one. Check out what he told us! because I always find myself concentrat- By: Mayar El-Shamy

34 insight How did your career in the on both television and Mega FM. I isolate myself in nature, or travel, in order covered Cairo Film Festival two years in to disconnect. media start? a row on Nile Cinema before I began Any side hobbies we don’t know I’ve always known that this is what I working for ‘On TV,’ where I covered El wanted to do for a living, even before Gouna Film Festival this year. GFF was about? I majored in Broadcasting in Mass absolutely stunning and very prestigious. Working out would be one of my hob- Communication. Before I graduated, I You could probably tell how excited I bies; I swim and do CrossFit. Other than started my training early by working for was on screen because it truly was bril- that, I read Reading is extremely impor- Teen Stuff Magazine and Nile Variety, on liantly organised. As hectic as it was, it tant to me. which I’d host a weekly segment in the was definitely worth it You have been able to quickly show ‘Eshar Ma’ana’ (Stay Up Late with You were the first and only gain recognition. Have there Us) about everything internet-related. In Egyptian TV presenter to been any persistent obstacles Teen Stuff, I ran something called ‘The interview Luis Fonsi. What was Interview Club,’ where I’d constantly along the way? that like? interview celebrities. This opened up On the contrary, I wouldn’t say I quickly doors for me and led me to getting my Interviewing Luis Fonsi was an out-of- gained recognition. It was all accumula- Nile Variety gig. I had interviewed Salma this world experience. Not just because tive I’ve been in this field for a decade El Shamaa and Khaled Abol Naga, who ‘Despacito’ gained international rec- Perhaps I’ve only started to become both managed the channel at the time, ognition, but because he’s a huge star recognizable during the past couple of and they offered me the job. This got me in Latin America who has only recently years, but that’s the beauty of it. You working before I had even graduated. experienced his international break. have to keep working because you nev- When I got my degree, I came across a After ten years of receiving Grammy er know when your breakthrough will be. job opportunity through the college bul- awards and having done duets with stars My obstacles were mostly time-related. I letin to work at a production house with like Christina Aguilera, he’s only now would often ask, “when will this pay off?” MBC. I worked as a reporter, producer gaining international recognition. I had However, I always remind myself that and script writer and did various other to know how that made him feel. In per- my biggest business card will always be things like dubbing Mega Man and script son, he’s so down-to-earth and humble, my efforts in my field, so my strides in my writing an Ahmed Al Fishawy show. which made him even more appealing career are what kept me grounded. You have worked your way to to me and the viewers. It was a lesson What makes the ideal TV show television hosting but never to me: no matter how much you work, host? abandoned the radio. Why is you never know when the big break will come – every single experience you The biggest asset in a TV host would be that? have accumulates and incrementally the ability to stick to their humility when they grow. People like Ellen DeGeneres I would never leave the radio behind adds to your impending breakthrough. and Oprah in the US, or Middle Eastern because I have always seen the differ- You got to interview many an icons like Raya they always bear the ence between the two platforms akin international star. Do you have same excitement and fascination as you to the difference between cinema and a favourite? when they approach topics and people theatre. Through the radio, you have you love. This makes you feel more con- a direct contact with your audience; I consider myself very lucky to have nected with them. you interact with them wherever they a career through which I can meet No matter where you end up, you should are and you get to see their reactions in international stars. I have self-trained by never forget that you’re just someone, an instant; it’s much more mobile than learning from icons in the field like Raya like everybody else, who was lucky television. On top of this, Mega FM is like and Ryan Seacrest, both of whom I enough to get the opportunity to be my home now. consider my idols and still learn a lot from where you are. It’s not because you’re until today. This is what I try to deliver to Are you interested in a future better; the minute your ego gets to you, my audience: good content with an you’ll fall. career shift to acting? international calibre. How has this career choice I’m always intrigued by anything art- So far, I think the closest interviews to related, but I mainly took acting courses my heart would include the one with changed you? to work on my body language. My prob- Forest Whitaker, who’s very humble and I’ve changed in a good way. This career lem is that I’m very animated; I use my humanitarian with a belief that he has gives me the opportunity to meet so hands and too many gestures constantly a purpose no matter where he ends up. many different people, and through this, while I’m speaking. So these workshops And of course, it was an absolute honour it has really broadened my horizons. It helped me control my muscles, nerves to interview Claudia Cardinale, the has changed me to be a more open, and overall body language. I also took Italian international superstar. empathetic, and much less judgmental orating courses with Eman Younis, who’s With such a busy schedule, do person. I now more easily accept what’s considered the best in her field So you have any time for your- different without experiencing shock. generally speaking, these courses were self? Nour El Din taken to enrich my performance, but at the back of my head, I know I’d be open I make time for myself. Through my expe- A word for our readers… rience of self-training, books like ‘7 Habits to trying something new if the chance Print publications are so important to of Highly Effective People’ have helped came up, but not necessarily because me. I have been brought up reading teach me to make my own free time no acting is a profession I seek; it would only (in)sight Magazine, so it’s an honour matter how busy my schedule is. I always be a means to explore and discover for me to be featured in one of the disappear on the weekends; laying low Behind his buoyantly lively interviews with international superstars and annual covering of film festivals is a surprisingly more about myself. publications I grew up on. I hope and relaxing to give myself a chance Tell us about your experience your readers get to know me better to breathe and get back to my routine. with El Gouna Film Festival and through this interview and feel how I cannot stay home and watch a film excited I was for this opportunity. hosting ‘Sherif Fel Mahragan.’ because I always find myself concentrat- ‘Sherif Fel Mahragan’ is a series I started ing, analyzing and critiquing, so I have to open-minded

sketch, then street, and then stand-up thing for humanity. It’s anti Brexit; it’s anti When the stand-up was taking off, when

prejudiced against anyone. I was born in Yemen Arabic is the ﬁfth one I’m going

France to 5200 people, tout en Francais.

show, to develop it, in Paris, in French. It’s

really get motivated I’m a radical mod- erate I do radical things with a moder-

doing stand-up in English and Hindu, with moderates have to get up there and get

face. Because otherwise we’re just going stand-up club, and those guys are ready Eddie Izzard hatred place, and we’ve done that, and film came out It was beautiful to get in On Victoria & Abdul and Revamping His Acting Career humans, but I try and fight not to have it After hearing about how our favourite English comedian, Eddie Izzard, might possibly be giving up on comedy to focus on becoming the first transgender MP, he’s back with new surreal material, ramping up his acting career like never it was - per-cent Indian citizens before. Izzard plays Bertie in his latest film, Victoria & Abdul. Check out our interview with the brilliant actor on the film, his career, and his political plans. of parliament in the first general election relationship develops. But there was also the way that I car- Set the scene for Victoria & Abdul. ried myself. When I was walking around, running 0 marathons, you’ve got to be This is the story of Queen Victoria Did you know a lot about Bertie once I was Bertie, I moved totally as him, elections happen But the first general having a relationship, in the last years before taking the role? all the time. And there’s the cane. I’m be here, so yeah, I’m definitely an opti- of her life, with an Indian gentleman very wary of props, but you can for So I’ve got to write films, make films, mist I’m a ‘glass is two-thirds full’ optimist called Abdul Karim. He was brought over I think he’s not that well known. They get understand why people had canes. do is like this film We don’t say, ‘From for her golden jubilee. If anyone knows him mixed up with Eddie VIII, who said, They’re just intriguing. It seems like a Britain, ings and queens have these ‘I’m off with Wallis Simpson.’ I know a lot commanding position. You can poke at jubilees where they say, ‘Hey, I’ve been about history, so I knew he was there, things. stand-up by taking about human around for a long time, let’s spend more but I didn’t know for quite how long, and sacrifice, and saying, ‘Why did money on something.’ So these guys I didn’t know what he did. Bertie wanted Was working with Stephen a big are brought over. ‘You’re coming over. Mum to stop living really. ‘Give me a go draw on this project? Give the Queen this.’ He’s told never to on the throne. It’s my turn.’ look at the Queen, and he does look at If Stephen had said, ‘Look, there’s a film the Queen. The Queen is surrounded by You’ve already mentioned Bertie’s Judi Dench is in it, I’m directing it. Do you yes men – ‘anything you say my Queen, weight. How key was the physicality want to play a blade of grass?’ I would yes my ueen’ and they’re atter- have said ‘yes.’ The fact it was playing ers, jockeying for position. Abdul is just to finding his character? Judi’s son – Judi Dench in a Stephen Frears film it’s ust great Also, there’s very human to her. He looks at her and It is a very key thing. I put on 12 kilos to the fact that Stephen came and saw my talks to her, and kisses her feet at one play him. I couldn’t grow this two year stand-up, which is surreal comedy, and point. She goes, ‘this is very interesting. I beard – it’s a massive beard that he had still gave me the gig I normally encour- want him as a personal servant.’ So this – so it had to be attached to my face. age people not to see the day job. It is

36 insight a weird thing I’m doing here. I’m trying open-minded to hold back comedy while pulling up dramatic acting. They are cousins, but How have you been able to do there’s not a huge amount of crossover, so they’re confusing I think. stand-up in four languages? I don’t know. It’s just hard work. People How did you return to acting? might say I have a facility for language, but I don’t think I do. I think I just have a It took so long for comedy to come. I did desire to learn languages. It’s a positive sketch, then street, and then stand-up thing for humanity. It’s anti Brexit; it’s anti When the stand-up was taking off, when Trump hate, anti all that negative stuff. I was just about 30, I thought, ‘I’m going I’m saying, ‘I’m proud of my country, to put a pin in all of that, and I’ll get a but I want to reach out to all the other separate agent.’ So I got a separate countries. Can we learn from you? Can acting agent, Nicki van Gelder, and I you learn from us? What have you got said, ‘I just want to do dramatic roles.’ I going? What have we got going? How started trying to bring that up to catch can we all move forward?’ We’re all up with this, and hold that back. Which human beings, and I’m not going to be is a very odd thing to do. If you know prejudiced against anyone. I was born in careers, you don’t do that. It’s confused everyone since then. But it was pulling Yemen Arabic is the fifth one I’m going to learn, and then Russian. I’ve toured this rug out. So, the comedy is now in France to 5200 people, tout en Francais. four languages, and I think I’m doing And I’m going to improvise my next pretty interesting stuff, and the drama’s show, to develop it, in Paris, in French. It’s getting pretty interesting too. good that the moderates of the world You did some stand-up in India really get motivated I’m a radical mod- erate I do radical things with a moder- recently. What was that like? ate message. If the extremists of the It was fantastic. 200 Million Indian citizens world have got wind in their sales and are speaking English, and those kids are it’s taking us back to 1930s politics, us doing stand-up in English and Hindu, with moderates have to get up there and get Hindu punch lines sometimes. It slips in out there, and do things, invent things, and out, which is fantastic to watch. I come up with stuff, and show a positive went and saw an Indian face. Because otherwise we’re just going stand-up club, and those guys are ready to be dragged back down into this to rock and roll, they’re ready to play the hatred place, and we’ve done that, and world. I just thought, with the history of we know it doesn’t work, and it’s not the Film Distributed by Four Star Films Egypt e Izzard India, I wanted to play there before the way forwards. film came out It was beautiful to get in there. When I was in Asia, to be honest, he said. ‘Hey, behave badly. Join our in a number of countries I was playing, a You said recently that you plan to team.’ So the potential is maybe in all lot of expat audience was coming, and I stand for parliament in the UK. Are humans, but I try and fight not to have it just love playing to local citizens. In India, in my real life. it was - per-cent Indian citizens you still on track for your political coming. That was in Mumbai, Bangalore, career? Do you think you’re fundamentally and New Delhi. I was very happy. Yes, I will try and stand to be a member an optimistic person? Do you adapt your material to local of parliament in the first general election Well, I just think if you’re a transgender But there was also the way that I car- after 2020, because now the goalposts guy who’s come out 32 years ago and audiences? have been moved about when running 0 marathons, you’ve got to be No. Dangerously, I don’t do that. You elections happen But the first general fairly optimistic, otherwise you wouldn’t would think that you should, but that’s election after 2020 – that’s what I’ll go be here, so yeah, I’m definitely an opti- not the way I drive it. What I’m trying to for So I’ve got to write films, make films, mist I’m a ‘glass is two-thirds full’ optimist do is like this film We don’t say, ‘From do tours, learn languages, up to then. your perspective, it’s more like this.’ We say, ‘Here’s a story.’ I open my Is there a particular historic figure stand-up by taking about human that you would like to play? sacrifice, and saying, ‘Why did someone say the weather is bad, the Not historic, but I’d like to play Richard III. crops have failed, the gods obviously I’d like to do Shakespeare. I still haven’t hate us, so we’re going to have to kill done Shakespeare. But no, there’s no If Stephen had said, ‘Look, there’s a film Steve? Why kill Steve if the crops are particular role that I look at and I bad?’ Somebody said that, and they hanker for, in case I couldn’t get it. I were saying it all around the world. do like playing driven people, and I’m happy to play twisted bastards, because yes my ueen’ and they’re atter- So when I get to Stockholm, the kids go, ‘Yeah that’s crazy.’ When I get to I think maybe we have all that potential Frears film it’s ust great Also, there’s Moscow, they go, ‘Yeah, that’s stupid.’ inside all of us. Certain people inside Everyone gets it. 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Many aspiring young students are find their passion in expressing their thoughts in writing and desperately long to graduate so they work their way up in the field of journalism. However, before you get starry-eyed about the perks of the job, have you ever wondered about the pit- falls you may experience? Determining your career path is one the most significant decisions you’ll ever get to make, so it shouldn’t be based on only a list of pros, and without getting your head around the potential cons and seeing if you’re up for the challenge! To guide you through this, here are some salient pros and cons associated with the job. By: Dina Fawzy Merits of Working in the Field of Journalism:

The Unexpected is a Norm: Mr. Moneybags to the impoverished out in their writing pieces to the public. Daily routines and having redundant vagrant, you will interview and meet, as Hence, only through journalism, they work-days on repeat are real a hot pota- you aim to secure a major scoop. On can fulfill their longest-pursued dream of to as a part of conventional jobs. With the other hand, you may run into your sharing thoughts with the entire world by journalism, you wouldn’t have to worry favourite actor while running your usual publishing their views with their names about that, since a very regular day may errand, since carrying out interviews with attached. be turned over any minute by sudden starling celebrities is a regular task for a Your Sense of Curiosity will awaken events. You never know what a day will journalist. This perk also includes being To beef up your writing skills as a journal- final version Moreover, whenever serious bring, and the way you cover news may invited to remarkable events like theatre ist, you should be authentically bookish, change abruptly. On top of that, and performances and fashion weeks. along with following up with the most unlike thousands of other jobs, surprises You will see Your Name Published recent events in all domains. Therefore, happen frequently and excitement on its In such a world, there are many gifted inquisitive cats can rest assure of feed- highest levels in the ournalism field people with unique talents, and when ing their burning curiosity by searching You Get to Meet People of all Walks it comes to journalists, writing is their for different topics, and delve into the of Life: natural glamorous air Although writ- details of various events. On top of that, you can follow mysterious and bewilder- A journalist investigates diverse events ers have to first undergo deep fears of receiving low ratings or compromising ing stories to appeal to the public, if you and occurrences from all levels of reactions from their audience, they must want some extra credit. You also get to society. Thus, from the rolling in wealth still aspire to bring the best of their skills enjoy the merit of knowing a little about a lot.

40 insight Cons of Working in the Field of Journalism:

You are Probably Working for Internet has changed Today’s Media You will risk life and limp: Peanuts Industry Covering life-threating events is a major Until you rise through the ranks to the Internet was followed by subsequent part of the whole package. Starting from most prominent positions, the salary will changes in all fields, and media is no natural disasters: hurricanes, earth- leave a lot to be desired. Surely, there is exception. People gradually started to uakes, and forest fires to civil wars and Journalist not enough income for doing the work dump newspapers and turn to online revolutions you may be asked to cover. you have been consistently passionate articles, and since then, the number of Besides, you may receive some death about, but still you need money to have people who encourage such an act is threats if you are working on drugs smug- a whale of a goodtime before coping on increase. Similar to a double-edged gling story or any other menacing topic. with tasks again. So, don’t expect long weapon, this substantial job market So, if you easily break out in a cold sleepless nights, and countless efforts to change has been followed by acquir- sweat, or you readily get afraid of your be compensated with a rewarding sal- ing unlimited access to the masses as own shadow, you aren’t the one for the ary. Despite that freelancing isn’t a reli- well as great reduction of payments. job. able source of income, it could still help. Consequently, with digital platforms tak- Working for Long Hours isn’t a ing over, journalists have no way out but Choice honing their skills and paving the path to Those perfectly edited articles with become a web writer, or to establish a valuable contents we read in newspa- personal blog. pers and magazine are the bear fruit of painstaking research and tedious can fulfill their longest-pursued dream of hours of sedulous work. You will consume extended time searching for information about the topic or tracing down people to interview, and even more hours writing the actual story and polishing the final version Moreover, whenever serious stories break, you undoubtedly will be called in to cover the news –even in your days off. highest levels in the ournalism field natural glamorous air Although writers have to first undergo deep fears of Alluring

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Zaki services, to contracting and ﬁnishings, ‘NZ SHOWROOM’, Rises to Worldwide Acclamation Nihal Zaki’s rise to international fame was well-deserved and long overdue. After her graduation from Inchbald School of Design, London UK in 1999, she founded her interior design and contracting company upon her return to her native town Cairo, Egypt. Her unique designs caught the eyes of customers and critics alike in Egypt and worldwide. The high-end and sophisticated, yet quirky and out-of-the-box designs emitted a matchless sense of style, which garnered her work the respect and admiration of many and paved the way to winning the renowned Andrew Martin Interior Design Award thrice!

‘I confess; I am a confused decorator with a mag- pie’s eye for all that glitters. I love to mix Gothic and Is¬lamic, Egyptian and Revival, while trying to preserve my sanity. I love vivid colours yet I go through colour phases… I am on a mission to deliver ‘happy vivid interiors’ yet I deplore kitchens and Trompe l’oeil and would be content with nothing in my house but a disco ball and a trampoline,’ says Nihal Zaki.

This respect and admiration manifested merchandizing, theatre perfor- through her being nominated to, and mances and costumes… Anything winning prestigious awards. One of and everything related to the art the most prominent of which is the world inspires me,” Nihal Zaki tells International Property Award for the us. residential category in Arabia/Africa. Nihal Zaki’s devilishly fabulous styling on Abla Fahita. The International Property Awards is a Her distinct style not only shows in her global event for the world’s top devel- interior designs, but also in her contri- opers, architects and interior designers, bution in art direction in the fashion and when Nihal was contacted to enter, world. Occasionally, Nihal’s curious was featured in the prestigious Andrew she entered in that category on Egypt’s work involves pointing her magic wand Martin International Interior Design behalf against some of the fiercest com- towards the fashion world. She ends Review, along with the world’s top lead- panies in the region. up capturing the same archaic and ing designers. She was nominated for the chic elements of her interior designs, SBID International Design Awards for her The interior designer’s work is famous for and presenting them to the fashion spectacular Karma Mansion ‘Chinese utilizing diverse styles; all equal in their world. Regardless of the medium, Nihal Bathroom’. And she excelled remarkably intensity. From Gothic elements to Islamic is always expressing her unique self. “I at the International Property Awards. motifs, she meticulously crafts designs am a passionate, volatile Tsunami with a When Nihal first submitted her work for which are guaranteed to make the constant urge to swap my magic wand ‘El Karma Residence’, she had her eyes strongest of impressions. Bringing togeth- and turn the ugly into beautiful,” she on the Best Residential Award. However, er ancient elements with a modern twist, elaborates. she ended up winning that, along with her work is sophisticated, artistic, and the Five Stars Excellence Award as well, delightfully quaint. Her inspiration comes Nihal’s strong character shows in her and she was nominated as a finalist for from her own way of viewing art. “I get work. And before long, her career was Africa, returning home with three honors inspired by fashion, art directors, visual snowballing towards success. Her work instead of one, such great recognition constantly pushes her forward. “Man’s basic need throughout history has been acceptance, appreciation and recognition… We are driven by our egos and being applauded or celebrated for one’s work is the epitome of success. I am happy, proud and hon- ored for being recognized internationally as showing the ESMA world what ‘we’ Egyptian women are capable of,” says the critically acclaimed interior designer. With the latest addition to Nihal Zaki’s family, her showroom ‘NZ’, finally opening its doors to the public, people NEEDS YOUR HELP! get to enjoy her work specializing in high-end custom Nihal furniture made in Egypt with the expertise of a wide range of Egyptian artisans and craftsmen. Nihal’s services vary from interior design and consultancy services, to contracting and finishings, ‘NZ SHOWROOM’, event styling and setup, product design, and Vintasia. Only time will tell what more is to come!

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46 insight of Ways to Get Rid of Beauty Dark Underarms

One thing that makes colder months more exciting is that we don’t have to worry about exposing any skin we feel self-conscious about. Dark underarms are not an unsolved mystery, but perhaps treating them is. When your skin is exposed to frequent friction, it roughens and darkens with time when the needed precautions and care aren’t carried out. Here’s how to treat and avoid darkened skin.

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Sam Dawy, the inspirational founder of Miss & Mister Eco International; and successful professional model,” empha- of ‘Made in Fashion,’ has rendered his Hadeer Khalel, the 4th runner-up of sizing that this is exactly what he seeks fashion school the Egyptian aspiring Miss World Egypt 2017 and Miss Tourism to teach through the promising fashion model’s go-to for them to realise their Queen of the Year 2017 who’s widely school’s syllabus and training. dreams of becoming super models. known for her active strides against Hashtag: #MadeinFashionCourse In a recent event, ‘Made in Fashion’ breast cancer. Dawy has expressed Founded by: Sam Dawy proudly celebrated the second genera- his utmost honour that Soucha – the tion to graduate from this renowned founder of Soucha Fashion House and fashion school, which offers five weeks of international fashion mogul who’s taken theoretical studies and practical train- the MENA region by storm – fronted the ing on the etiquette of fashion, style and event, effortlessly adding international modelling. recognition to it by his presence and The festive event was attended by support. prominent fashion icons including The invitees formed a ualified ury, who Soucha, the Cairo-based Tunisian evaluated the students before later fashion designer, who graduated from handing out their certificates after hon- the famous ‘Academia Della Moda’ in ouring them in the ceremony. Florence and has since worked with top The founder of ‘Made in fashion,’ Sam Italian fashion houses as well as dressed Dawy, addresses aspiring young models celebrities in the Middle Eastern enter- with an inspirational message saying, tainment world;, Heba Edris, Jordanian “Modelling is a professional career that fashion designer who founded Heba you can only master if you learn the Edris Haute Couture with designs that intricacies and basics of its techniques exude of classic modernity; Professor and rules –only then can you become a Amaal Rezk, the founder and president

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The inspirational adventurer, Hamsa Mansour, was delightfully rousing to speak to on her travels and astounding future plans. Though it’s difficult for us to believe, Mansour says she wasn’t always the energetic daredevil she is today; her men- tal and physical transformation are what truly establish her as an influential adventurer, whom we anticipate will soon be widely recognised around the globe that she will continue to trek. Most importantly, the journey she’s about to commence this November will prep her to become the first female cyclist to solo-cycle Egypt in 2019. As she flouts conventions and orthodox lifestyles, Mansour’s progressing journey is the epitome of oneness with nature and intrepidity. By: Mayar El-Shamy

What intro- want to challenge myself; see the coun- I’m focusing on strengthening my body, duced you to try in a different light, and come back especially my legs, and on cycling regu- athleticism and tell stories. larly before the trip apace with some in general endurance training. Right now, I train on and cycling What do you hope to prove to soci- my home stairs, by carrying weights while specifcally? ety with this journey? running up and down the stairs several I actually I want people to pursue their dreams times, alongside cycling 100 kilometres twice per week. wouldn’t consider and believe that they can accomplish sizing that this is exactly what he seeks myself an athlete, what is deemed impossible, and to but an adventurer. believe in themselves and see the alter- Name the places you wish to explore I’ve loved cycling like every other kid, native way of living. I want the percep- the most. This is a very challenging question to known for her active strides against but it all started when one day, while I tion of adventure sports being a man’s give a succinct answer to! A lot! I want was on the road to Sokhna, I spotted a domain to change. I’ve been called to start with locations in Egypt like The solo-cyclist in a scenery that inspired my ‘reckless’ among other things, and I want Halayeb Triangle including Elba moun- dream. to inspire people to push through this fashion school, which offers five weeks of international fashion mogul who’s taken kind of negativity until they realise their tain and Gilf Kebir. How did you end up working at dreams. Omar Samra’s ‘Wild Guanabana’ as Did you have to undergo physical Is solo- cycling your only adventur- transformation? an adventure trip leader? I went from being a physically frail girl I applied for a marketing position and ous interest? The invitees formed a ualified ury, who Solo-cycling isn’t my only adventurous to a very active and a much more got accepted. A month after getting robust person. The hardest obstacle the job, Galal Zekri Chatila was lead- domain. I love mountains and hiking. I handing out their certificates after hon- have goals that aren’t cycling-oriented. was my impatience with my physical ing an off-road cycling trip with ‘Wild progress, since I always wanted my Guanabana,’ and I went with him for My husband and colleague, Nour, and I Florence and has since worked with top are planning on kayaking from Aswan to body to become much stronger over- support. It was then that we discovered night because of the number of things I how good of a team we made. I came Damietta unsupported! I plan to enter a sailing competition in the Indian ocean wanted to try and do. But I understand back to the office telling Omar, that’s it, now that it needs more work, training that is what I want to be doing!” where you sail a boat made of mango tree, and I want to climb the world’s and some patience. seven summits one day. You plan to be the first woman to solo-cycle Egypt. Tell us more Anything you would like to say to our Amaal Rezk, the founder and president What safety precautions will you be readers? details about the trip! Try and explore new activities because it taking? This November, I’m going on an unsup- is the only way to discover yourself and I will have a spot device that sends my ported solo-cycling trip around the red what you love. coordinates regularly to a team in Cairo. sea and Sinai. This will be my training for And never let fear dictate your actions. I will also have emergency contact solo-cycling around Egypt in 2019. My We all get scared and tired, but this individuals along the way, who can husband, Nour El Din Sherif, and one of should not stand in the way of realising reach me in case of an emergency. my best friends, Galal Zekri Chatila, have your dreams; instead, have those emo- Precautions aside, I actually believe already accomplished this feat. I hope tions pass through you and out. that the roads will be safe; I cycled from to become the first Egyptian woman to I’d also like to verbalise my appreciation Cairo to Ismailia on my own and the do so! I want to indulge in this adventure for the on-going support I receive from people I ran into were very helpful and to see myself grow and see what I will ‘Wild Guanabana’ as well as for the friendly. My friends’ experiences are no discover about myself in the process. company sponsoring my expedition. I want to see if my impression of the different than this. beautiful roads I’ve always loved will What kind of training are you Follow Mansour’s Adventures on her stay the same, or if I will end up hating undertaking before going on your Instagram @hamsa_mansour! them for how exhausting they’ll be. I trip? Journalists Fighting For ARAB Our Freedom Of Expression When it comes to journalists and reporters who incessantly fight for our freedom of speech and expression there definitely isn’t a dearth in the Arab world. Over the years, they have been silenced, brutally treated and forced to flee the country, but their efforts will never go unnoticed. This is to Arabs who have taken great strides in liberating the minds of the Middle Eastern populace.

Mona Mohamed Eltahawy Fatima Fahmy The Egyptian- Naoot Back in the American As an brief, yet author of Egyptian exceed- ‘Headscarves ournalist, ingly dark,

Photo: Isabella De Maddalena and Hymens: author, poet Photo: Lucas Oleniuk days when Why the and translator, the Muslim Middle East who graduated Brotherhood Needs a Sexual from Ain Shams took over Egypt, Revolution’ has been a University with a Mohamed Fahmy, an news reporter throughout the 0s, cor- degree in Architecture, Naoot is widely Egyptian-Canadian ournalist with an responded for the Reuters News Agency known for her linguistic genius that incessant need to reveal the injustices in Cairo and Jerusalem and has written clearly elicits from her journalistic pieces of the Egyptian rule at the time, was for The Guardian and The Washington on accredited news websites including arrested in a hotel under sham charges ost, among other publications She ‘Al Masry-Al Youm,’ ‘-Ayam,’ and ‘Rose of broadcasting news with no permis- makes the top of our list when it comes Magazine’ Other than her prominent sion and spreading false news He was to powerful Middle Eastern ournalists, translation works including Virginia Woolf sentenced seven years in a maximum- who have made great strides towards and hilip Ruth novels, she’s now mostly security prison Torah, but reuested a gender euality and women empower- known as the rebellious journalist who retrial a year later which he thankfully ment in an attempt to correct the terribly dared to speak the truth regarding the won only after the fall of the Muslim slant bias, which sadly still exists in Egypt animal cruelty that occurs during Eid Brotherhood A glorious end to our bat- Eltahawy has never feared to speak out al-Adha holiday As a Muslim herself, she tle for freedom, he said when his name when witnessing inustice After the suc- ﬁnds her charges of blasphemy nonsensi- was removed from a no-y list and he cess of the January 2 Revolution, she cal, but she has proudly taken her three was able to y back to Canada with his was one of the few daring few to voice year sentence saying she couldn’t care wife, after resident Abdelfatah Al Sisi our true struggle saying, The paucity of less for them, but laments her legal inca- issued his pardon shortly before Eid al- decent candidates in presidential elec- pability to criticise her own people Adha holiday tions highlights the lack of choice facing Egyptians

Nima have made her an award-winning inter- Joumana national television correspondent after Haddad Elbagir oining CNN and receiving the prestig- Possibly the The Sudanese ious specialist reporting prize from ‘Royal most con- optimist began Television Society’ troversial one her journal- on our list, yet ism career with Haddad was rightly Reuters over 15 selected as one of the world’s 00 most years ago reporting from powerful Arab women for four years in Sudan and impressively covering the a row by ‘Arabian Business Magazine’ conict in her country’s Darfur region Haddad founded a magazine, which She has successfully exposed the African sparked backlash of misogynistic hatred, Union that took over the region through called ‘Jasad,’ specializing in the litera- later-conﬁrmed rape allegations, which ture, art and science of the body Although landed her an interview with Jacob seen as a predominantly erotic magazine, Zuma in the run-up to his rape trial as ‘Jasad’ tackles taboo subects in the Arab well as led her to becoming the only world with an intention to deconstruct the Western-based journalist reporting from shame instilled in women from a young Mogadishu during the US bombing of age the shame of femininity Somalia Today Nima Elbagir’s efforts 50 insight

The most beautiful thing about sculpt- Last but not least, I would like to thank ing is that it’s a way for me to directly the people who tried to bring me down engage with my work I get the oppor- as they only fuelled my passion to tunity to reect all my feelings and Don’t listen to the ones who frustrate advance forward thoughts in the piece I’m working on you Do whatever you love, no matter And of course, I’d like to show sincere With the feeling of mud on my hands, how many people hold you back Don’t gratitude to the people who uplifted and with no one directing me, I can Mai surrender to negativity, and follow your my soul with their positive comments shape the most intricate details of my passion even if it seems too simplistic This on social media platforms without even piece easily and simply goes especially to women: challenge knowing me personally They really have all the circumstances no matter how made a difference in my life and per- difficult it is Search for your hidden talent spective Abdullah and develop it No one lacks talent, but many aren’t able to discover it Exploring A sculptor should never stop learning whatever God blessed you with is a sure Being up-to-date with the most recent way to success Ignore any unconstruc- symposiums, exhibitions, and technolo- tive criticism, but perhaps use negative gies is a must for us atience is always words as motivation to push you further a key player as well Sometimes it takes and prove your worthiness and air to The Sensational several months to finish up ust one yourself sculpture, and giving up is not an option Moreover, having an eye for detail is what sets a skilled artist apart from every- I would like to thank a lot of people who body else details could make or break a stood by my side, helped, and encour- Sculptor piece of art aged me On top of the list are my parents, siblings, and fianc, Hossam He was especially my source of positivity he e year ie always lent me a hand whenever I faced Currently, I’m focusing on the exhibition any dilemmas I would also like to thank it is a very important step for me I hope my professors for helping me polish my I get the chance to showcase my work skill In addition to these amazing support further in more exhibitions and not ust groups, I can’t be thankful enough for locally, but perhaps make it to the rest Mr Amr oura, the man who recognised of the Middle East as well as Europe I my talent and decided to nurture it also want to create my own eponymous Without his support and his team of top- brand alongside broadening my horizons notch calibres at ‘Creative Arab Talent’, I Mai Abdullah, a young Egyptian ‘Ostraka’ award winner, has by getting a HD wouldn’t be giving this interview now mastered the art of sculpting statues, following in the footsteps of classical artists. With numerous awards won before graduating from art school, she’s already been certified as a professional and now has many of her projects showcased in locally prominent art galleries. The contemporary artist shares with us her experience in the field and talks about her personal thoughts and motives. By: Dina Fawzy

When and how did you become Tell us about the awards you Which artistic project are you interested in art? have received. most proud of? My interest in art ourished since child- Locally, I won first prize in ‘The Week of I love and enoy creating all of my pro- hood It was more of a subconscious Egyptian Girls’ competition and the sec- ects, so that’s kind of a difficult uestion intuitive mission than a growing interest ond prize in the ‘Innovation ’ contest I engage with every sculpture I make I taught myself how to paint and draw, Other than that, Minya University has however, if I had to pick a favourite, and that’s when it had all begun granted me a professional’s certificate it would be my graduation proect and put up one of my sculptures in the because it demanded extra efforts and ‘Modern Art Museum’, which has a hard work that lasted over three months Who are the artists you get splendid collection of artworks by the It’s also worth noting I’m in love with the inspired by? greatest artists worldwide, and I’m the pieces ‘Abdel Fatah Al asri’ and ‘Zizi’ The list here is endless, since inspiration youngest among them This made me so comes from several directions However, I happy and proud of myself I received Have you been facing any obsta- could think of some remarkable Egyptian many other awards in several competi- cles that hindered your way to artists that I personally look up to For tions I participated in various galleries as success so far? instance, there’s Dr Mohamed Galal, well including the ‘Suez Canal University Thankfully, I’ve been strong enough to my professor who guided me throughout Gallery’, and ‘Salon El-Shabab’ My most face any obstacles and challenges that my graduation proect There’s Adam notable award was Ostraka Symposium’s were thrown my way I proved myself, Henein, one of the pioneers in abstract prize for the best graduation proect and specialized in the field I’m passion- sculpture in Egypt, as well as the late locally among all universities specialized ate about However, the challenge I’m Abdelhady El Weshahy and Gamal El in art I will be participating in its upcom- facing currently is to balance between Segeiny, who tutored generations of ing round, which will be located in Sharm my studies and work contemporary sculptors El Sheikh What makes sculpting fun?

52 insight The most beautiful thing about sculpt- Do you have any advice for Last but not least, I would like to thank ing is that it’s a way for me to directly young sculptures who look up for the people who tried to bring me down engage with my work I get the oppor- you? as they only fuelled my passion to tunity to reect all my feelings and Don’t listen to the ones who frustrate advance forward thoughts in the piece I’m working on you Do whatever you love, no matter And of course, I’d like to show sincere With the feeling of mud on my hands, how many people hold you back Don’t gratitude to the people who uplifted and with no one directing me, I can Mai surrender to negativity, and follow your my soul with their positive comments shape the most intricate details of my passion even if it seems too simplistic This on social media platforms without even piece easily and simply goes especially to women: challenge knowing me personally They really have all the circumstances no matter how What essential characteristics made a difference in my life and per- difficult it is Search for your hidden talent spective do you think any sculptor should and develop it No one lacks talent, but h have? many aren’t able to discover it Exploring A sculptor should never stop learning whatever God blessed you with is a sure Being up-to-date with the most recent way to success Ignore any unconstruc- symposiums, exhibitions, and technolo- tive criticism, but perhaps use negative gies is a must for us atience is always words as motivation to push you further a key player as well Sometimes it takes and prove your worthiness and air to Sensational several months to finish up ust one yourself sculpture, and giving up is not an option Moreover, having an eye for detail is A word for our readers… what sets a skilled artist apart from every- I would like to thank a lot of people who body else details could make or break a stood by my side, helped, and encour- Sculptor piece of art aged me On top of the list are my parents, siblings, and fianc, Hossam He What do you hope to achieve in was especially my source of positivity he e year ie always lent me a hand whenever I faced Currently, I’m focusing on the exhibition any dilemmas I would also like to thank it is a very important step for me I hope my professors for helping me polish my I get the chance to showcase my work skill In addition to these amazing support further in more exhibitions and not ust groups, I can’t be thankful enough for locally, but perhaps make it to the rest Mr Amr oura, the man who recognised of the Middle East as well as Europe I my talent and decided to nurture it also want to create my own eponymous Without his support and his team of top- brand alongside broadening my horizons notch calibres at ‘Creative Arab Talent’, I by getting a HD wouldn’t be giving this interview now

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My interest in art ourished since child- Locally, I won first prize in ‘The Week of I love and enoy creating all of my pro- hood It was more of a subconscious Egyptian Girls’ competition and the sec- ects, so that’s kind of a difficult uestion intuitive mission than a growing interest ond prize in the ‘Innovation ’ contest I engage with every sculpture I make I taught myself how to paint and draw, Other than that, Minya University has however, if I had to pick a favourite, and that’s when it had all begun granted me a professional’s certificate it would be my graduation proect and put up one of my sculptures in the because it demanded extra efforts and ‘Modern Art Museum’, which has a hard work that lasted over three months splendid collection of artworks by the It’s also worth noting I’m in love with the greatest artists worldwide, and I’m the pieces ‘Abdel Fatah Al asri’ and ‘Zizi’ The list here is endless, since inspiration youngest among them This made me so comes from several directions However, I happy and proud of myself I received could think of some remarkable Egyptian many other awards in several competi- artists that I personally look up to For tions I participated in various galleries as instance, there’s Dr Mohamed Galal, well including the ‘Suez Canal University Thankfully, I’ve been strong enough to my professor who guided me throughout Gallery’, and ‘Salon El-Shabab’ My most face any obstacles and challenges that my graduation proect There’s Adam notable award was Ostraka Symposium’s were thrown my way I proved myself, Henein, one of the pioneers in abstract prize for the best graduation proect and specialized in the field I’m passion- sculpture in Egypt, as well as the late locally among all universities specialized ate about However, the challenge I’m Abdelhady El Weshahy and Gamal El in art I will be participating in its upcom- facing currently is to balance between Segeiny, who tutored generations of ing round, which will be located in Sharm my studies and work contemporary sculptors El Sheikh

Throughout life, we come to face several heartbreaks and agony; however this is what strengthens us to stand back up on our feet again. Surviving heartbreak demands patience, love and self-believing. Thus these tips are essential to recover from any heartbreak. By: Dina Fawzy

relationship. To take advantage of someone’s interest in you and fake falling in love again just to numb the pain is not a uick ﬁx, but a delusion It actually wors- ens the situation you’re in. You are just paralysing the soreness for a while, but it will haunt you back. Finding a way to be emotionally whole on your own will make you stronger.

A ﬁzzle relationship does not mean it’s the end of your life. Surely, you have the rest of your life to turn to. Go to the gym, focus on your work, start a new project if you can, hang out with some friends, and try to have fun. Anything to get yourself busy! This will help you forget about the pain and appreciate what you still have in your life. Do not make your whole life about one person, or in your case, one tragedy.

forget their smile, how you were happy Experiencing heartbreak is not some- together, or how they once made you feel, but remember that you were two thing to painlessly heal from; it’s okay to Taking care of all the above steps means cry, and even scream until you lose your people who once had a spark, but don’t belong together. you’re ready to enter a new, optimistic voice. Get angry over nonsense, listen to phase of your life. Don’t let all of this your favourite breakup songs, and recall effort go to waste by attempting to con- unforgettable memories. At the end of tact your ex-partner again or lurking on the day, this is not the real you, this is Make sure you pick a person you really their social media pages. This will make the broken side of you. The only way to trust, whether that be a friend or a family you start from scratch and push you to ﬁx yourself is to get all the sorrow out of member, and make sure you talk about dwell over pain that needs to be forgot- you. So don’t be afraid to cry yourself everything that bothers you. Do not be ten. Understand that it’s time to move on to sleep; learn to embrace your pain afraid to look fragile or weak. Just speak from what hurts you. instead of hiding or ignoring it. up whatever you feel! Having another opinion will help you appreciate your value and highlight what you hated about your relationship, and what you Enough being so negative and mopey, it Recalling your shared sweet memo- is time to think positive. Search for hope ries is totally normal; however, always suffered from the most. This will help you realise that you’re not alone. in everything around you; in your fam- remember that you can always make ily who had your back, in your friends new, remarkable ones. Be careful not to who were always there for you, in your be caught up in the “he was the one” work and in your passions in life. Think of drama. Do not let a blast from the past You will fall in love and be able to trust every blessing you have, enjoy it, and be ruin your life. Of course, it will be hard to again, but not now. It’s not fair for you or grateful for having it. your new partner to start an unhealthy

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Cairo Marriott Hotel sponsors Cross Egypt Challenge for the 4th Year in a Row

Inevitably and consistently, Cairo Marriott Hotel chooses to support Egypt’s one-of-a-kind motorcycle and scooter rally, Cross Egypt Challenge The sev- enth season of the famous rally took place in a continuous effort to promote tourism and to prove that Egypt is safe for travels Cross Egypt Challenge is a uniue cross-country rally on motorcycles and scooters It is the ultimate adventure for those who love adventure travel and extreme sports This season lasted for ten days, which icluded right stages consisting of a total distance of 2,40 km The Cairo Marriott Hotel is the ofﬁcial sponsor for the event, having their three Marriott-branded scooters oining the challenge Shell Fleet and Construction Conference Attended by More Than 130 Industrial Sectors Shell Lubricants Egypt held a two-day conference on Fleet and Construction sectors held in Alexandria, Egypt The event was attended by top leading senior executives from more than 0 industry sectors Well-known names, like Mr Sherif Seleem, National roect Development Advisor for the Egyptian Minister of Housing Mr Medhat Stefanos, Chairman of the Egyptian Cement Association the ice Chairman of the Chamber of Building Materials, Mr Ahmed Shaker Gilbarco Middle East and North Africa Operations Manager, Mr Atef Zaki, Cemex Sales Director and Mr Mohamed Dagash, S Managing Director, were members of the panel discussion The conference tackled the challenges facing the construction sector in Egypt, the future vision of eet and construction industry, recent trends in construction, infrastructure proects and their importance Semiramis InterContinental Cairo Hosts Sayed Saad El Din’s Vernissage

As part of the hotel’s commitment to promote the arts as well as Egyptian culture and heritage, Semiramis InterContinental Cairo in collaboration with icasso East art gallery, hosted a ernissage for renowned Egyptian ﬁne artist, Sayed Saad El Din The exhibition was inaugurated by Sameh Sobhy, General Manager of Semiramis InterContinental Cairo Reda Ibrahim, owner of icasso East gallery as well as Sayed Saad El Din himself The event was held at the lobby of the Semiramis InterContinental Cairo and guests were able to walk through the exhibition, while enoying the artist’s description of his work

Shell Signs New Exclusive Partnership Agreement with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

Shell Lubricants Egypt signed a new partnership agreement with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles FCA Egypt, whereby Shell becomes the only recommended supplier for aftermarket engine oils for Jeep and Chrysler This local partnership is part of an international agreement between FCA and Shell Lubricants around the world Mr Saher Hashem, Shell Lubricants Egypt Managing Director said, As a result of this agreement, Shell has expanded the scale of its partnerships across several leading brands in the automotive sectors, all of which reect our values and leading role in the Egyptian market The agreement was signed during the press conference held by Shell Lubricants Egypt, on the side-line of the Automech Formula’s 24th Cairo International Motor show, which was sponsored by Shell Helix Ultra Hayat Egypt launches the New ‘Papia’ & ‘Familia’ Brands for Tissue Paper Products

Hayat Egypt, subsidiary of a leading FMCG company, launches two new strong brands in the tissue category ‘apia’ and ‘Familia’ to fit all social classes and different age groups in the Egyptian market The company enters Egypt’s tissue category with world-class manufacturing facility, raising the company’s investments in Egypt up to 2 million dollars Hayat Egypt Company succeeded in accomplishing significant achievements and garnering strong market shares exceeding 20 with ‘Molfix’ and ‘Bebem’ baby diapers since its launch in the Egyptian market It’s worth mentioning that Hayat Group is the world’s largest tissue manufacturer in Eastern Europe, Africa and the Middle East 60 insight Natural5 Ways to Cure Insomnia It’s tediously exhausting to toss and turn for hours before losing yourself to a superficial sleep mode that doesn’t recharge you enough for long work days. Sleeping only a few hours every night wreaks havoc on our productivity, mood and relationships. Before you reach for those sleeping pills in that bathroom cabinet, you might want to look into more natural methods to correct your sleeping schedule and hormones. OTC pills might be a quick fix, but they’ll most likely make your situation worse by having you become dependent on them in the long run. Here’s a more organic approach for better and more fulfilling sleep.

Banish daytime naps Drink chamomile Tea Try aromatherapy You think they’re the boost you need to As mentioned earlier, warmth in general It sounds like some spiritual shenanigans get that last minute work done, but if a is said to help you unwind, and this can to some, but it has been practically nap is longer than an hour, it’s actually be perfectly complemented with a hot proven to work through several university only exacerbating your sleep pattern. drink, especially herbal drinks that help studies. Despite the fact that the sooth- The average body produces enough reduce anxiety like chamomile tea. ing effects of essential oils have yet to melatonin to help you fall asleep every Chamomile has been reported to be the be backed up by science, a lavender- 10-12 hours. So that four-hour nap is just perfect natural aid to panic and anxi- scented room will help ease you into a going to push your wakefulness past your ety attacks by slowing down your heart calm repose nonetheless. Several kinds bedtime. Try having a large cup of java rate. Accordingly, the temperature of of essential oils are advisable, but the upon waking up and pushing yourself to the drink in hand with you in bed, along most commonly used and lauded as stay awake for at least 12 hours from the with the natural tranquilising effects of a sleep aid is lavender. You can either moment you’ve woken up. the herbs, will naturally induce a state of use an aromatherapy diffuser, or more lethargy. affordably apply a few drops on a tissue and leave it next to your pillow. Prepare your environment Have a hot shower As challenging it is to set up a quiet While it’s most refreshing in the morning, it could also be what helps you sleep environment when you live in Cairo, you faster and better if you stick to the habit. cannot expect to get the perfect uninter- The hot steam from the shower will bring rupted slumber whilst being surrounded you to a state of relaxation that will over- by intermittent swishes of passing vehi- come the average stress you get from cles, ticking clocks and buzzing phones. a fast-paced, busy day. Sometimes all Turn off all electronics around you, not your body needs is the right break, and only because they are said to generate nothing will disconnect you from rac- sleep-preventing radiation, but to stop ing thoughts like a nice, hot shower that any temptation to check your texts from helps reduce your heart rate to a more getting in the way ten minutes after laying relaxed state. your head on your pillow. If Were Real

Dragons have escaped our imagination since childhood. Your average person most likely doesn’t believe dragons have ever existed, but some of us think they might have gotten extinct from unknown environmental causes. Other than what ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Lord of the Rings’ depict, what do you think the world be like if dragons existed? Through an anticipated, mythical journey beyond imagination, let’s fantasize about a world where dragons are no longer fictional. By: Dina Fawzy

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With cancer being the world’s second leading cause of death, and with risk factors incrementally and steadily increasing over the years, we forget the possibility of keeping it at bay through eating healthy, avoiding bad habits and taking a thirty minute jog every morning. Eating these superfoods will not just greatly decrease cancer risk, but will make your body overall healthier and more energetic.

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