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Masters with Doha film Institute CEO, Fatma El Remaihi.
International he inaugural edition of Qumra, from Qatar; 14 projects from the Middle East the new event by the Doha Film North Africa (Mena) region; and five from the Institute, has been praised by rest of the world. Twenty of the 29 projects Tinternational film professionals for are backed by the Doha Film Institute’s grants community bringing a new formula for the development programme, highlighting an extension to the of emerging talent in a ‘one-of-a-kind’ film existing support provided by the Institute in event for the region. nurturing a regional film industry. Welcoming more than 100 industry del- The international delegates praised the egates including master filmmakers, film event’s boutique format for its ability to endorses festival selectors, producers, sales and dis- facilitate intimate meetings and optimal net- tribution experts, film funding agencies and working conditions “providing the right envi- script and development consultants, Qumra ronment” for developing emerging talent in a concluded last week in Doha following an meaningful way. Qumra as intensive six-day industry programme of Writer/Director, Mahdi Fleifel, whose fea- workshops, mentoring sessions, master ture narrative project Men in the Sun par- classes, group tutorials, work-in-progress ticipated in the development programme, previews and feedback sessions, working said: “Qumra was unlike anything I have pioneering breakfasts and screenings. ever attended. Everyone who is serious and Twenty-nine Qumra projects at various passionate about cinema today was present stages of development had unprecedented and I felt humbled and inspired to be among access to industry professionals and Qumra them. Meeting the Masters and seeing what masters in a tailored programme designed to my peers are busy bringing to life, has set film event propel their work to the next stage. The 29 the bar high. It was a privilege to partake in projects included documentary and narrative the first edition of what will soon become a short and feature films including: 10 projects legacy.” | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 03
Fatma Al Remaihi, CEO of the Doha Educating a generation of filmmakers Film Institute, said: “We listened carefully goes together with educating an audi- to the needs of emerging filmmakers and ence to receive what they have to bring.” designed Qumra to make a difference “From what has taken place at Qumra, I to their careers by connecting them to hope to see some of the projects in devel- the resources they need, both creatively opment become films that are interesting and practically, to move ahead with their to their own local audiences so that in work.” the future we can talk about a wave or a generation of filmmakers who found their Masters’ Voices own voice here in this region,” he said. A highlight of Qumra was the public screenings and master classes by sea- Industry endorsement soned filmmakers Gael García Bernal, The work-in-progress sessions for Cristian Mungiu, Abderrahmane Sissako projects in post-production and picture and Danis Tanovic – the Qumra Masters. lock stages were praised for their effec- They interacted with the talents behind tiveness in showcasing these works to a the 29 Qumra Projects at bespoke ‘Meet targeted group of professionals, provid- Qatari Filmmakers with Elia Suleiman. the Masters’ sessions where each project ing the filmmakers with direct access to had the opportunity to discuss their work leading sales agents, distributors and key in detail. The Doha Film Institute’s Artistic selectors from Cannes, Busan, Venice, Advisor, Elia Suleiman, also conducted Toronto, Locarno, Sarajevo and Karlovy a master class and individual mentoring Vary film festivals. sessions with filmmakers. Industry delegate Jason Kliot said: The Qumra Masters were unanimous in “The creators have been incredibly intel- their support for the event. Abderrahmane ligent in keeping the event small and Sissako, whose Academy Award- contained. The format of the works-in- nominated Timbuktu received overwhelm- progress screenings was extraordinarily ing response at the Modern Masters impressive. The ability to see a work in screening, observed: “The event was progress, have it introduced by the direc- prepared in a considered and thought- tor and producer to give you context, and ful way, and that was apparent from its then have a discussion afterwards and concept, approach, and choice of partici- then meet them, really gives you a pic- pants. Everyone felt equal at Qumra, and ture of where they’re going. The feedback the event provided the right environment sessions were closed and targeted which Master Danis Tanovic with Shahd Ameen (Saudi Project). to ‘plant seeds’ and examine the capacity meant that we could speak our minds of young filmmakers.” about the project and offer some helpful Gael García Bernal, the lead actor suggestions.” in No, Pablo Larrain’s classic that was Nadia Dresti, Artistic Direction Delegate screened, said the size and dynamic at the Locarno Film Festival, said Qumra of Qumra is perfect. “Qumra is a great offered a strong platform for two-way opportunity for anyone who is passion- learning, by getting to understand the ate about film. It is an intimate setting culture and the thought process of the where you really get the opportunity to region’s filmmakers, while Karel Och of the meet people in a meaningful way. It is also Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, important for a region that is developing said Qumra has changed the percep- a new narrative.” tion of the Arab film industry by provid- Describing Qumra as “truly pioneer- ing access to a range of new projects in ing,” Academy Award winning No Man’s development stages. “Earlier, we would Land’s director Danis Tanovic, whose film screen Arab films that were fished from An Episode in the Life of an Iron Picker major international film festivals alone, and was screened in the Qumra Modern that is clearly not enough.” Masters section, added: “Often we see Master Sissako with Qatari Filmmaker Abdullah Al Mulla. only American or European perspectives Engaging the public on this region and very rarely do we see Qumra’s unique format of showcasing Arab storytellers crafting their stories. films by contemporary Masters as well as Qumra is a place where this can happen emerging talent also earned the apprecia- because we have brought together the tion of the public. Films were screened crème de la crème of the industry – writ- in two segments – Modern Masters and ers, distributors, sales agents, filmmak- New Voices – all of them accompanied ers – people who are passionate about by question-and-answer sessions with cinema who can work with these new the filmmakers. filmmakers. You have to plant seeds if Abderrahmane Sissako’s Timbuktu you want something to grow so I am had a repeat screening following popular really happy the Doha Film Institute is demand, while the short films, including doing this.” some by Qatari talent, and New Voices Palme d’Or winner Cristian Mungiu, screenings were also strongly attended whose Tales from the Golden Age, was by Doha’s filmgoers. The question-and- screened at Qumra, highlighted the answer sessions that followed were highly importance of Qumra in developing audi- engaging, highlighting the critical appreci- ences: “Qumra has all the potential for ation of the films by the Qatari public and its participants to have the framework in Qumra’s aim to generate a new dialogue which they can express their ideas and through cinema. Master Gael Garcia Bernal with Qatari find their means of making their stories. The Peninsula filmmaker Mohamed Al Hamadi. | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 04 CAMPUS
Doha College holds annual Medical Review School Conference
oha College’s second annual Medical Review School Conference was held last weekend with around 90 students from Dvarious schools in Doha, medical experts from Sidra Research & Medical Center, Hamad Medical Corporation and Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar (WCMC-Q) as well as representative from the Supreme Council of Health, Dr Aisha Al Aali. The conference, developed by Doha College in part- nership with Sidra Research & Medical Center, Hamad Medical Corporation and Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar (WCMC-Q), allows students interested in biol- ogy and medicine to present their research and findings on key topical areas in today’s medicine, showcas- The prize winners and the ing their knowledge. All students competed for cash jury at the conference. prizes and the first place winner wins the chance to join WCMC-Q’s summer enrichment programme. This year, these topics included: Diabetes, Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Stem Cell Research & Gene Therapy and Diagnostic Tools and Bio-Mechanics. Six teams competed per topic and three teams were selected to enter the grand finale. Schools competing in this year’s event included the hosts Doha College, Al Khor International School, Qatar International School, International School of London Qatar, Dukhan English School, Qatar Academy, Doha British School, Weill Cornell’s Qatar Aspiring Doctor Programme and Park House English School. In third place came two girls from Park House, Suhanya Ferdinando and Huda Najjar, who discussed a rare disease called Choroideremia and the gene therapy and stem cell research that can produce a cure for this disease. In second place was also a Park House group who discussed prosthetic arms and the discoveries that will soon allow amputees to perform medical organisations such as Hamad and Sidra with high calibre of entries is a good sign for the growing hundreds of arm and finger movements. Ali Abdelati, high school students is rare in Qatar. We’ve had some academic health system of Qatar. It would be great to Moussa Zekak and Sara Akel professionally discussed very positive feedback from staff and students alike and see more young Qatari students participating.” the diagnostic tools and bio-mechanics behind pros- are already looking forward to the third conference at Professor Basim Uthman from Weill Cornell Medical thetic arms. Doha College sometime in the next academic year.” College in Qatar said, “All three presentations were high The winning team this year were three outstanding Professor Emmanuel Akporiaye, the expert judge quality in content, style and relevance to the audience. students from Doha College, Jessica Harris Robert from Sidra said: “I am impressed by the quality of They chose complex and hot topics which promise Taylor and Lusizi Komakoma. They discussed the research and the presentation by these high school significant advancement in personalised and precision ground-breaking discovery of Dr Jim Olsen’s tumour students, which can easily match those of college medicine. Personally, as I listened to their presentations paint which allow surgeons to physically see where the students”. Professor Ramzi Mohammad from Hamad I felt I wanted to go back to school to study what they tumour is during surgery. The group focused on brain Medical Corporation echoed this, “This is a fantastic were studying. It was obvious they all worked hard tumours and even gave a live demonstration to show initiative for Qatar as it encourages young minds to and they all were very inspiring. Naturally, this quality how revolutionary this phenomena is. believe in their future potential in the medical field. I work reflects the unwavering support and guidance of Rachel Hart, Head of Biology at Doha College and have judged high school medical research competitions the students’ teachers and mentors of all participating the organiser of the event said:, “An event that links uni- in the US for a number of years and was impressed schools. I wish all the best for our future leaders in sci- versities like Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar and with the submissions for this medical conference. The ence and medicine.” The Peninsula
Day of gratitude at SIS
tudents of KG and Primary section of the Shantiniketan Indian SSchool (SIS) celebrated a day of gratitude recently at their premises. Students made cards and posters with touching messages. The most laudable part of this endeavor was ‘Little expressions’ in the form of short speeches, messages, poems and songs rendered to express their love and gratitude towards their teach- ers, parents and peers. The bulletin boards highlighted the need to be thankful and appreciate the good things we have. Headmistress, Mehjabeen motivated the students to articulate their feelings to express their gratitude. She further emphasised that the first and foremost task is to devote a little time and exert best efforts to be among the grateful. The Peninsula | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | MARKETPLACE 05 The Torch Doha opens Panorama Restaurant and Sky Lounge
he Torch Doha announced the Together with Panorama, Sky will open opening of Panorama Restaurant to the public, a high-end lounge serving a and Sky Lounge, introducing a combination of gastronomy bites, innova- Tbistronomy concept — a chic tive mocktails, premium cold beverages combination of French bistro with a twist and signature tea. Sky is located on the and gastronomy. 51st level, at the very top of The Torch The restaurant is located on the 50th floor, Doha . The restaurant will open from at the top of the hotel and offers a breathtak- Monday to Saturday for dinner start- ing 360 - degree panoramic view of Doha. ing from 6pm to 11pm and Sky Lounge Specialty Chef Vincent Denayer emphasises opens from 6pm – 12 midnight on the on seasonal produce, high-quality European same days. ingredients and adds a Mediterranean twist Hotel Manager, Sherif Sabry said: “It to traditional recipes. The restaurant features is great to witness the opening of a high- chef’s signature dishes such as Braised Slow end dining outlet and lounge here at THE French Ambassador to Qatar Cooked Veal Cheek, cooked for 15 hours, in TORCH where guests can relax and unwind Eric Chevallier and Sherif addition to other great selections like Hamour with a great food & beverage selection and Sabry during the opening. Croquette and Jumbo Tiger Prawns with splendid views from a height of 300m.” tomato sauce and Spanish paprika. The Peninsula Disneyland Paris presentation German Language Centre to start new German and Arabic courses he German Language centre will start a new German and Arabic courses at different levels for children, teenagers and adults by end in March and April. TThe period for registration is from March 15 to March 25. Interested candidates can register at German Language Centre. The centre is open from Sunday to Tuesday between 8.30am and 1pm and from 3.30pm to 7pm. And on Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm and from 3.30pm to 7pm. Official German Language examinations for levels A1-B2: will be held on June 13. More informa- tion about the course structure, the course fees as well as a location map can be found on http://www.goethe.de/ Disneyland Paris and Regency Travel and Tours organised a ‘magic product’ presenation on golfregion. The Peninsula Disneyland Paris by Brigid Mcdonnell, Head of Sales International Markets, in Doha.
Diverse acts from around the globe set to entertain Aqua Park visitors iverse acts by perform- industry who has won an award in Showtime and performed across ers from around the globe every album he created. the US and internationally. Stand-up are set to entertain visitors “It’s always an honour to perform for comedian and actor Johnny Sanchez at the 2015 opening pro- my countrymen overseas. I have such is best known as a member of the Dgramme of Aqua Park Qatar from great respect to them who sacrificed American sketch comedy MADtv. marketing strategy. March 26 to March 28. Famous Pitbull a lot including being away from their The three-day programme will also “We have invited among the best cover, who almost perfectly resembles loved ones just to provide them with feature family activities and games for and top performers catering to differ- and sounds like the hitmaker American a better life,” Gloc-9 commented on all ages. Whimsical characters and ent communities in Qatar to complete rapper, will be taking the centrestage his upcoming performance in Qatar. acts will also keep the guests enter- the memorable experience we want on the opening day on March 26. On March 28, comedians Edwin tained throughout the day. to offer our guests as we once again On March 27, it will be the turn of San Juan and Johnny Sanchez will The three-day 2015 opening pro- open the doors of your favourite local Awit Award winning Filipino rapper team-up to tickle the funny bones of gramme of Qatar’s first ever theme getaway. We look forward to welcom- Gloc-9 (pictured) to entertain the the Park guests. Filipino-American park provides a preview on the regular ing our patrons and guests,” said guests. Gloc-9 has earned the respect actor and comedian Edwin San Juan events and happenings to be hosted Aqua Park Qatar General Manager of music-loving Pinoys for being one of is the creator and Executive Producer at the popular destination for the entire Mohd Firdaus Raj Abdullah. the few artists in the Philippine music of ‘SlantED Comedy’, televised on year in line with its new and exciting The Peninsula | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 06 LEGAL
Legal corner Employer must return worker to his country within two weeks of contract expiry
By Abdelaal A Khalil Legal Consultant
If you have any queries mail it to [email protected]
have worked in Qatar since September 2010 as an Ielectrical lead man. My visa expired on December 29, 2014 and my resignation was accepted by the company. They gave me end of service dues but did not give me an air ticket. When I enquired about it they gave me appointments several times, but nothing happened. What should I do now? According to Qatar’s labour law, “upon termination of the service of the worker the employer shall, at his cost, return him to the place from where he has recruited him at the commencement of the engagement or to any place agreed upon between ruled that I will get only the end sponsorship of an expatriate worker the parties”. of service dues and a return to another employer following written The employer must return the non- ticket. I then approached the approval by the former employer and Qatari worker to his country within two Human Rights Committee, and the new one, and approval from the weeks of the expiry of the contract. If they told me that since I was Labour Department at the Ministry of the employee finds another job before under an open-ended labour Labour and Social Affairs for those who his departure from Qatar, the obligation contract they could not help me are under the labour law. The transfer of returning him to his country shifts to get an NOC. How can I get an If an expatriate worker is of sponsorship results in the former the new employer. NOC to work elsewhere? deported, he cannot do sponsor being cleared of all obligations If the employer doesn’t return the The sponsorship law, which regu- another job here before and responsibilities towards the worker employee, the Labour Department lates the entry, exit, residence and as these are transferred to the new will return the employee at the cost of sponsorship of expatriates, says that two years have passed sponsor. the employer and recover the cost by “the minister of interior or his repre- since the date of departure. It is worth mentioning that liquida- administrative means. sentative can transfer the sponsorship The Minister of Interior tion of a company is not allowed until Therefore, I advise the questioner of an expatriate worker temporarily or his representative can all the workers’ dues are paid and their to approach the Labour Department if there is an unsettled legal dispute sponsorship is transferred to another at the Ministry of Labour and Social between the worker and his employer. exempt a worker from the company or they are sent back home. Affairs and file a complaint against The minister or his deputy can also above provision on written The questioner is advised to seek his employer to receive his dues. accept the transfer of an expatri- approval from the former an NOC from his employer to join ate worker’s sponsorship to another another company, and to get all his I was suspended from my job employer if he is not under the labour employer. dues. If he does not receive all his for a mistake by a colleague. law if it is proved that the employer dues he can file a complaint against They blamed me because I abused his rights or that the public the company. was his manager. The company interest requires it. If an expatriate worker is deported, asked me to take my end of I advise the questioner to look for he cannot do another job here before service dues and leave. I have another job and provide the human two years have passed since the date worked in the company for eight rights department at the Ministry of If the company I work for is of departure. The Minister of Interior years and I requested them to Interior (MoI) documents that show under liquidation, am I eligible or his representative can exempt give me a no-objection certifi- that he has filed a lawsuit against his to get an NOC when I leave the a worker from the above provision cate (NOC), but they refused. sponsor. In such a case the MoI will country? on written approval from the former So I went to court, which transfer his sponsorship temporarily The sponsorship law allows the employer. until the court gives a final verdict. competent authority to transfer the The Peninsula | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | FASHION 07
Gen Next show US designer bags International kicks off Lakme Woolmark Prize Fashion Week merican designer Marcia Patmos of M.PATMOS label has been named the win- By Nivedita Aner of the 2015 women’s International Woolmark Prize (IWP). akme Fashion Week’s role as platform promoting The judging panel of the event young and budding designers was quite visible included prominent names like designer on the opening day of the fashion gala’s summer- Victoria Beckham; Angelica Cheung, Lresort 2015 edition yesterday with some fresh editor-in-chief of Vogue China; and faces showcasing their collections whose unique and out- Franca Sozzani, editor-in-chief of Vogue of-the-box themes left fashionistas mesmerized. Italia. The five-day fashion event started in Mumbai at the After a global search, reaching across Hotel Palladium and unlike many other platforms where 21 countries and involving more than 60 established names are given the responsibility to open, the designers, the competition — besides LFW started with Gen Next show where six new designers Patmos — narrowed down to four other showcased their creativity. selected design talents — VMAJOR Mentored by ace couturier Anita Dongre and presented from China, STRATEAS.CARLUCCI by INIFD, the 19th edition of the Gen Next show witnessed from Australia, AUGUSTIN TEBOUL collections that were a fabulous mix of creativity, style, from Germany and Bird on a Wire from innovations and trend setting directions. Lebanon. Kicking off was Alan Alexander Kaleekal with a col- “The International Woolmark Prize lection illustrating how a child would reinterpret an adult gives emerging talent from wherever wardrobe. Moving away from specific norms of fashion they are an incredible opportunity. I’m and categories, the line was an eye-catching offering of really excited to be here in Beijing to stylish clothes, using a colour story of ecru and black to be part of this event. I felt that Patmos craft a sheer-solid tie-up dress, a cotton boxy tunic, a embodied best what the IWP stands for. cut-away overall with cropped top and a rear back tie-up The collection was well executed and tunic with shorts. the concept interesting,” Beckham said Ankit Carpenter’s collection focused on timeless clean in a statement. construction and silhouettes. Inspired by the cactus, the Fellow judge, Colin McDowell, fash- outfits exuded sophisticated elegance, luxury and comfort, ion commentator and journalist, thought yet had a wild streak and beauty. It comprised jumpsuits, that it was a “very sophisticated collec- one-shoulder dresses, pant suits, embroidered gowns tion which used Merino wool to make and many more. clothes that were elegant but also Next was Kanika Goyal whose collection was inspired young in spirit”. by the stillness of the night and the wild instincts this time Patmos was excited about her big evokes. Using glass nylon, polyester satin, denim, lycra, win. lamb leather and cow hide in shades of white, beige as wrap-around oriental creation with looped back, balloon- “Thank you to The Woolmark well as lilac, the designer showed a line that had a clever ing sleeves, dress with rouched draped cover, rolled collar Company for creating this great plat- mix of textures. cloak and the final batwing long kaftan, were some of her form to support emerging designers,” Manish Bansal’s menswear range was inspired by the pieces. said Patmos. suit of cards as well as the garb of corporate head hon- Inspired by Pablo Picasso’s cubist painting “Les The winner also received a financial chos. His designs gave suits a new dimension. Blending Demoiselles d’Avignon”, Salita Nanda’s designs were contribution of $76,366 and the oppor- past and present fashion statements, the designer showed designed for the young stylish woman. Working with dig- tunity to be stocked in important retail- a knit kurta with kangaroo pockets, shorts, Bermudas with ital prints and a series of 3D printed fabrics, she creatively ers around the globe including Saks racer back tank, shirts with a single embellished sleeve brought out the African undertones in Picasso’s master- Fifth Avenue, Harvey Nichols, 10 Corso sporting the playing card casino print, zippered blouson piece with prints and symbols that portrayed love, beauty Como, JOYCE, Isetan Mitsukoshi, and thigh-long coat with discreet prints. and strength. David Jones and mytheresa.com. Priyanka Ella Lorena Lama presented an inspired col- Off-white was the base of the collection for the artistic The collection will be available in part- lection from the mythical utopia. Her ensembles had that prints, which appeared on jumpsuits, cropped tops, skirts, ner retailers globally from August 2015. unconventional quality that is aimed to create aesthetics an unusual boxy rectangular tube over skirt, wrap around IANS via constrained imperfections but with a restrained design shorts, applique printed maxi and a striking off-shoulder story. Draped Zen like kimonos, kaftans with long trails, cropped top with a lampshade shaped skirt. IANS | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 08 ENTERTAINMENT
Lennon and George Harrison as solo artists. Drummer Starr is the last to be honored individually, and Eagle Joe Walsh will perform some of his friend’s music. Wonder will induct Bill Withers, a fellow songwriter who had his biggest impact in the 1970s. John Legend will perform Withers’ music, and it’s still a mystery whether Withers, who quit the music business more than 30 years ago, will sing. Rock hall spokeswoman Shauna Wilson said it’s still to be deter- mined which inductees will perform. Smith will induct another artist indel- ibly tied to New York, the late Lou Reed, and Beck will perform his music. Mayer is speaking in honor of another blues guitarist, the late Stevie Ray Vaughan. Vaughan’s brother Jimmie will perform with members of his brother’s old band, Double Trouble. Dave Grohl has committed to per- forming inductee Joan Jett’s music, although the hall hasn’t announced who Fellow Beatle McCartney will give the speech for the “I Love Rock and Roll” singer. Peter Wolf will induct the Paul ushering Ringo into rock hall Butterfield Blues Band, with Tom Morello performing the band’s music. Fall Out Boy will induct Green Day and guitarist Steve Cropper is scheduled to a BY DAVID BAUDER In this file photo, in new members, the hall announced honor the “5’’ Royales. Paul McCartney, left, yesterday. The 30th annual induction HBO is taping the ceremony and con- and Ringo Starr per- aul McCartney has agreed ceremony is scheduled for Cleveland’s cert for a May 30 television premiere. form at The Night that to induct his former Beatles Public Hall on April 18. The Rock and The rock hall will open an exhibit on Changed America: mate, Ringo Starr, into the Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is April 11 honoring this year’s new class, A Grammy Salute to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame located in Cleveland. and also has a special exhibit on pho- the Beatles in Los P next month. Stevie Wonder, Patti The Beatles are in the rock hall tographer Herb Ritts’ work with musi- Angeles. Smith and John Mayer will also usher already, and so are McCartney, John cians. AP
James Bond ditches formals for latest film poster
ony and EON productions revealed Counter-intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge a new teaser poster for the upcom- and Extortion), as Bond fans would know, Sing 24th sequel in the Bond films is a fictional global terrorist organisation franchise, Spectre, and it features James featured in Ian Fleming’s novels, as well Bond’s character ditching the formals. as the films and video games based on The poster features Daniel Craig, who those novels. will be embodying James Bond’s char- The organisation was led by the villain, acter for the fourth time, wearing a fit- Ernst Stavro Blofeld, although the cast ted black high neck T-shirt, instead of is definitely playing it coy about whether the usual formal suit-tie that he wears or not Blofeld will actually appear in the for the role. new film. In the film, a cryptic message from The Sam Mendes-directed sequel Bond’s past sends him on a trail to also stars Christoph Waltz, Monica uncover a sinister organisation. While M Bellucci, Naomie Harris, Ralph Fiennes, battles political forces to keep the secret Ben Whishaw, Léa Seydoux and Andrew service alive, Bond peels back the layers Scott. of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre, written by John Logan and SPECTRE. Neal Purvis and Robert Wade, hits thea- SPECTRE (Special Executive for tres on November 6. IANS | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | BOLLYWOOD 09
BY SIDDHARTH JHA auditions — once for the cast- ing director and twice for John ollywood’s The Second Madden, the director. Best Exotic Marigold “I was the only newcomer in the Hotel collected an entire cast list; so John showed Hestimated $8.1m in its tremendous faith in me by giving opening weekend in the US, but me the part, but auditioned me for Indian actress Tina Desai, who all my scenes in the movie. He had features in it, says the experience a thorough look at my entire work of working for such a film is far profile before casting me. The sec- more important to her than its box ond film happened automatically office performance. though,” she said. Tina, who plays Sunaina — an The sequel releases in Indian ambitious and independent girl theatres on Friday. working at and managing the Having worked with famed affairs of the Marigold Hotel in the international stars like Judi Dench film — made her acting debut with and Richard Gere in the Marigold Yeh Faasley. She rose to popular- Hotel franchise, Tina says the ity after Table No. 21, in which she experience was “eye-opening” co-starred with Paresh Rawal and for her. Rajeev Khandelwal. Talking about her experience All of 28, she says she has had with the stars, Tina said: “It was an “eventful and great learning very eye-opening, because when experience” while paving her way you watch someone from a differ- through Bollywood. ent culture perform, it can be very “In terms of box office suc- refreshing to watch him deliver cess, Table No. 21 was the most dialogues; have a body language impactful, but the other films have and performing styles that are not helped me grow personally, and what I’m used to as an Indian. for me, the experience of working “It helped me think more out- on a film is far more important than of-the-box. Also, to watch such just the business,” Tina said. senior actors be part of the proc- “Most of what I’ve learnt is too ess irrespective of the challenges Experience personal or controversial to share, one can face on a shoot, without but nevertheless, experiences any complaint, showed great dis- have helped me understand things cipline...It’s something I intend overrides box better and have been necessary on being throughout my entire for what my journey in future will career.” be,” she added. The Second Best Exotic office success: For her role in the The Best Marigold Hotel also features Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011), Maggie Smith, Dev Patel, Bill which is the first film of the fran- Nighy and Lillete Dubey in pivotal Tina Desai chise, Tina went through three roles. IANS
Shashi Kapoor turns 77 Virat Kohli ‘blown
n yesteryear’s heart- Theatre to Hindi filmdom. away’ by Anushka throb Shashi Kapoor’s “Happy Birthday #Shashi 77th birthday yester- Kapoorji-most gorgeous man. in NH10 day, his nephew Rishi Khush rahiye sehatmand OKapoor and veteran actress rahiye. Saalgirah Mubarak ho ircketer Virat Kohli has openly Shabana Azmi took to micro- Shashi Kapoor ji. U have been praised his ladylove Anushka blogging site Twitter to wish him a trailblazer n a huge inspira- Sharma's performance in her a long life. Known for his work in tion. Prithvi Theatre is a leg- debut film production NH10, say- films such as Deewar, Satyam acy u have gifted to our city,” Cing that he is "blown away". Shivam Sundaram and Kabhie Shabana shared in a series of “Just watched #NH10 and I am blown Kabhie, the actor had women tweets. away. What a brilliant film and specially an swooning over him during his Filmmaker Hansal Mehta outstanding performance by my love @ heydays. also wished the actor by tweet- AnushkaSharma. SO PROUD:)," Kohli, who “Happy Birthday Shashi uncle. God Bless ing: “Happy birthday Shashi Kapoor. They don’t is currently busy with the Cricket World Cup, good health and all happiness,” tweeted Rishi, make em like you no more.” tweeted on Tuesday. who has starred along with him in films like Shashi is also known for his rapport with Earlier, the duo used to keep their relation- Kabhie Kabhie and Duniya Meri Jeb Mein. megastar Amitabh Bachchan as the duo enter- ship under wraps, but now it seems they are Rishi also shared a photograph of his uncle tained their fans with movies like Deewaar, warming up to the idea of going public about on the social media platform. Kabhie Kabhie, Silsila and Namak Halaal. their being together. IANS Shabana, who has worked with the screen The actor, who has worked in over 100 films icon in several films like Fakira and Junoon, in his acting career, has been staying away from praised the actor, thanking him for giving Prithvi the limelight since the late 1990s. IANS | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 10 SOCCER
BARCELONA v REAL MADRID Camp Nou, Barcelona
HEAD-TO-HEAD (All-time meetings) Barcelona 89 Real 92
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RECENT LA LIGA MEETINGS Coach Oct 2014 Real3-1 Barcelona Coach Luis Enrique Real inflict Barcelona’s first defeat of Carlo Ancelotti season, with goals from Ronaldo, Captain Pepe and Benzema Captain Xavi Hernandez Iker Casillas Top La Liga 2014/15 LA LIGA STATISTICS (per match) Top La Liga goalscorer 2.90 Goals for 2.85 goalscorer Lionel 0.60 Goals against 0.90 Cristiano Messi, 32 13.4 Shots 14.3 Ronaldo, 30 La Liga 2014/15 678 Passes 541 La Liga 2014/15 W21 D2 L41.70 Yellow cards 2.15 W21 D1 L5 Messi Ronaldo 2,385 Minutes played 2,141 32 Goals scored 30 14 Assists 11 59% Involvement* 53% 106 Total shots 116 66 Shots on target 71 5 Hat-tricks 4 4 Penalties scored 9 127 Players beaten 39 60 Fouls suffered 37
Sources: Infostrada, La Liga Pictures: Getty Images *Participation in all club goals © GRAPHIC NEWS contest Barcelona and Madrid Real | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | HEALTH 11
Diesel exhaust is a significant component of urban air pollution, containing a complicated mixture of gases and airborne particles. Why diesel
esearchers have shown how exhaust pollution from diesel vehicles are engines affects nerves within Rthe lung. Identifying potential mechanisms linking exposure to diesel exhaust and the exacerbation of respi- ratory diseases may lead to treatments more harmful for those affected. “Our results indicate that our reliance on fossil fuels, and particularly diesel, could have a detrimental effect on our health, supporting the idea that we Robinson. can also be involved in exacerbating explained. should be looking towards alternative “These particles are very small - respiratory conditions, for example by The researchers then used an in vitro fuel sources,” said Ryan Robinson, one around 20 nanometres in diameter - causing the bronchi to constrict in dis- isolated nerve preparation that allowed of the researchers, from the Imperial and are therefore not only invisible to eases such as asthma,” Robinson said. them to probe the mechanisms involved College London. the naked eye, but can penetrate deep The researchers found that the die- more rapidly. Diesel exhaust is a significant com- into the lungs,” he added. sel particles from a forklift truck could “The first thing we noted was that ponent of urban air pollution, contain- The lungs contain numerous sensory activate airway sensory nerves in an in the chemicals isolated from an organic ing a complicated mixture of gases and nerves that can detect potentially harm- vivo anaesthetised guinea pig model. extraction of the diesel particles were airborne particles. ful stimuli and thus allow the body to “It was interesting to see that the key to the activation of the nerve,” he “Studies have shown that exposure respond, for example by triggering a more chemically sensitive airway added. Robinson presented the study at to these diesel particles is associ- cough. nerves were involved, rather than the the 13th European Respiratory Society ated with harmful health effects,” said “However, we know that these nerves mechanically sensitive ones,” Robinson Lung Science Conference. IANS
Diet soda builds up belly High-energy breakfast fat in older adults good for diabetics ncreased diet soda intake is directly linked to greater abdominal obesity in adults 65 years of age and older, says a study published in the Journal high-energy breakfast and modest dinner can control dangerous blood of the American Geriatrics Society. Chronic diet soda consumption may sugar spikes all day, says a study. More than 382 million people in the increase belly fat and contribute to greater risk of metabolic syndrome and world suffer from diabetes, predominantly type-2 diabetes. cardiovascularI diseases, it said. For these people, blood sugar surges - glucose spikes after meals - canA be life threatening, leading to cardiovascular complications. “Our study seeks to fill the age gap by exploring the adverse health effects of diet soda intake in individuals 65 years of age and older,” said lead author Sharon A new study published in Diabetologia proposes a new way to suppress deadly Fowler from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. glucose surges throughout the day - eating a high-caloric breakfast and a more The burden of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease, along with modest dinner. The combined consumption of a high-energy breakfast and a health care costs, is great in the ever-increasing senior population. low-energy dinner decreases overall daily hyperglycaemia in type-2 diabetics, said In an effort to combat obesity, many adults try to reduce sugar intake by the study. “We found that by eating more calories at breakfast, when the glucose turning to non-nutritive or artificial sweeteners such as aspartame, saccharin response to food is lowest, and consuming fewer calories at dinner, glucose peaks or sucralose. The San Antonio Longitudinal Study of Aging (SALSA) enrolled after meals and glucose levels throughout the day were significantly reduced,” 749 Mexican- and European-Americans, who were aged 65 and older at the said professor Daniela Jakubowicz of Tel Aviv University. start of the study (1992-96). The new study was conducted on eight men and 10 women aged 30-70 with Diet soda intake, waist circumference, height and weight were measured type-2 diabetes. Patients were randomized and assigned either a “B diet” or “D at study onset. The findings indicate that the increase in waist circumference diet” for one week. among diet soda drinkers was almost triple that among non-users at follow-up. The B diet featured a 2,946 kilojoule (kj) breakfast, 2,523 kj lunch, and 858 kj “The SALSA study shows that increasing diet soda intake was associated with dinner, and the D diet featured a 858 kj breakfast, 2,523 kj lunch, and 2,946 kj escalating abdominal obesity, which may increase cardiometabolic risk in older dinner. The results of the study showed that post-meal glucose elevations were adults,” Fowler added. 20 percent lower and levels of insulin, C-peptide, and GLP-1 were 20 percent Older individuals who drink diet soda daily, particularly those at high cardi- higher in participants on the B diet compared with those on the D diet. ometabolic risk, should try to curb their consumption of artificially sweetened Despite the fact that both diets contained the same calories, blood glucose drinks, the authors said. IANS levels rose 23 percent less after the lunch preceded by a large breakfast. IANS | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 12 TECHNOLOGY
Desktop computers use twice as much energy as laptops
BY CHRIS MOONEY at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory director of research at the Consumer who studies MEL. “California’s actions are Federation of America and author of a or some time now, energy effi- a step in the right direction.” February 2014 report that heralded the ciency wonks have had their The rule goes far beyond mysterious potential for the state to blaze a new pol- eyes on a problem that has been home energy uses — desktop comput- icy trail in this space. The document cited Fdubbed the “miscellaneous electri- ers are particularly prevalent in offices and what it termed “household digital devices” cal load,” or MEL — the growing percentage commercial settings. The most significant as a key part of home energy use that, thus of home electricity consumed by objects changes in the standards would be to these far, have “not been addressed by energy that are not heating or cooling systems, desktops, and in particular, to the amount standards.” large appliances, or lighting. Rather, they’re of power that they guzzle when they’re idle California’s move could reverberate in an odd assortment of electronics and other — “when the computer is on but not being the computer industry, given the size of its miscellany — ranging from aquariums to used,” the commission wrote. population and market and also the pres- sprinkler systems. “Idle modes are the largest opportunity ence of key parts of the tech community Many of these objects are never fully to reduce energy consumption because within the state. Laptops or notebooks, turned “off,” and thus consume power all computers spend roughly half of their time noted the CEC, tend to use less than half the time. According to Lawrence Berkeley in this ‘on mode,’” noted the CEC. In fact, as much energy as desktops — and tab- National Laboratory, a “typical American a study of 125 office desktop computers lets less still. When it comes to increasingly home has forty products constantly draw- released by the CEC last year, conducted popular tablets, the commission said, “the ing power.” Now, the state of California — by the California Plug Load Research Center opportunities for savings are minimal due which has often leaned ahead of the rest at the University of California, Irvine, found to existing battery charger regulations and of the country in setting energy efficiency that these machines spent 61 percent of market pressure to achieve high efficiency rules — is taking a major swing at one group their time “on but user-inactive.” to enhance battery life.” of devices often included in the MEL cat- The commission wants to slash by half “Desktop computers are kind of the egory. Late last week, the California Energy how much power desktop computers use in energy hogs in our homes and offices right Commission (CEC) released a set of draft their idle modes, for computers made start- now,” said Pierre Delforge of the Natural standards that, if adopted, would consider- ing in 2018.The proposed standards have Resources Defense Council. “A lot of them ably increase the energy efficiency of com- already been heralded by some environ- are on 24-7.” Plus, desktops come with puters and accompanying monitors. mental and consumer organizations, such monitors, which add even more to the “Policymakers have recently become as the Natural Resources Defense Council energy consumption. And, most impor- aware of the importance of miscellane- and the Consumer Federation of America. tant, despite current industry trends, the ous electrical loads in buildings and of the “California’s the first state to write a rule desktops are very much not dead, in part inadequacy of current policies to reduce here, a little bit ahead of the world, but that’s because of their steadfast role in offices. them,” said Alan Meier, a senior scientist what California does,” said Mark Cooper, WP-Bloomberg
Microsoft’s Internet What Microsoft’s is called (though let’s not new browser, which rule out Microsoft pick- is due for release with ing “Internet Explorer Explorer is dead … but Windows 10 in the sum- 12” after all), the code mer, will be called is still change signals a big don’t celebrate just yet undecided. change. Microsoft’s big- “We’re now research- gest strength – legacy ing what the new brand, support for almost any BY SAMUEL GIBBS or the new name, for and all Windows soft- built from the ground up, will live on and be available our browser should be ware – has also been its he web browser jettisoning the underlying on Windows 10 as well as in Windows 10,” said biggest weakness, hold- that will ship code from IE. Windows 8, 7 and Vista. Microsoft’s head of mar- ing it back and limiting with Microsoft’s By doing so, the new Businesses that use IE keting Chris Capossela innovation. Tnew Windows 10 browser won’t be compatible today are unlikely to switch speaking at the Ditching Internet operating system might not with a lot of older web to Microsoft’s new browser Microsoft Convergence. Explorer wholesale indi- be called Internet Explorer, software and services built any time soon. “We’ll continue to have cates an end to that but reports of IE’s demise specifically for IE. This “We will continue to make Internet Explorer, but approach, which could have been somewhat will include the majority Internet Explorer available we’ll also have a new create many headaches exaggerated. of older internal web- with Windows 10 for enter- browser, which is code- for users and corporate Microsoft’s new browser – based applications used prises and other customers named Project Spartan. IT managers in the next codenamed “Spartan” after by businesses for admin who require legacy browser We have to name the few years with compati- the protagonist in its Halo purposes. support,” a Microsoft thing.” bility issues and upgrade game series – has been As a consequence IE spokesperson said. Whatever the browser hassles. The Guardian | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | COMICS & MORE 13
BABY BLUES
Hoy en la Historia HAGAR THE HORRIBLE March 19, 1970 The leaders of West and East Germany, Willy Brandt (left) and Willi Stoph, met at Erfurt in the first East-West meeting since Germany was divided in 1949 1649: In the English Civil War, following the only military coup in English history, an act was passed abolishing the ZITS House of Lords 1920: The U.S. Senate voted against joining the League of Nations 1930: Arthur Balfour, former British prime minister, died. He is best known for the Balfour Declaration, which promised Jews a homeland in Palestine 1962: Bob Dylan’s debut album, Bob Dylan, was released by Columbia Picture: Associated Press © GRAPHIC NEWS BLONDIE ALL IN THE MIND Can you find the hidden words? They may be horizontal, vertical, diagonal, forwards or backwards.
SHERMAN’S LAGOON
ABOMINABLE, ADEPT, ANGELIC, ATROCIOUS, AUSPICIOUS, AWFUL, BAD, BENEFICIAL, BETTER, CORRECT, DEPLORABLE, DIRE, DREADFUL, EVIL, EXCELLENT, EXPERT, FAIR, FINE, GOOD, HONEST, HONORABLE, HOPELESS, HORRENDOUS, INCOMPETENT, JUST, LAMENTABLE, MALEVOLENT, MEDIOCRE, MONSTROUS, PITIFUL, RESPECTABLE, RIGHT, SAFE, SECURE, SKILLED, SOUND, TERRIBLE, VIRTUOUS, WELL, WICKED, WORSE, WORTHY, WRONG. | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 14 CROSSWORDS
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HYPER SUDOKU How to play Kakuro: KAKURUO The kakuro grid, unlike in sudoku, can be of any size. It has rows and columns, and dark cells like in a crossword. And, just like in a crossword, some of the dark cells will contain numbers. Some cells will contain two numbers. However, in a crossword the numbers reference clues. In a kakuro, the numbers are all you get! They denote the total of the digits in the row or column referenced by the number. Within each collection of cells - called a run - any of the numbers 1 to 9 may be used but, like sudoku, each number may only be used once.
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How to play Hyper Sudoku: EASY SUDOKU A Hyper Sudoku Puzzle is solved by filling the numbers from 1 to 9 into the blank cells. A Hyper Sudoku has unlike Sudoku 13 regions (four regions overlap with the nine standard regions). In all regions the numbers from 1 to 9 can appear only once. Otherwise, a ANSWER YESTERDAY’S a Hyper Sudoku is solved Easy Sudoku Puzzles: Place a digit like a normal Sudoku. a from 1 to 9 in each empty cell so YESTERDAY’S ANSWER every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains all the digits 1 to 9. | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | CINEMA 15
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SCREEN 1 Cinderella (2D/Drama) INSURGENT 10:30am, 1:00, 3:30, 6:00, 8:30 & 11:00pm Beatrice Prior must confront her inner demons and SCREEN 2 Insurgent (2D/Adventure) continue her fight against a powerful alliance which 11:30am, 2:00, 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 & 11:55pm threatens to tear her society apart with the help from SCREEN 3 The Gunman (2D/Action) 12:30, 5:20, 7:40, 10:00pm & 12:20am others on her side. Insurgent (2D/Adventure) 10:00am & 2:50pm Directors: Robert Schwentke SCREEN 4 Winx: The Mystery of The Abyss (2D/Animation) Writers: Brian Duffield, Akiva Goldsman 10:40am, 12:40 & 2:30pm Run All Night (2D/Action) 4:30, 9:10 & 11:00pm Stars: Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Theo James SCREEN 5 The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2D/Action) 12:30, 2:50, 7:20, 9:40 & 11:55pm Focus (2D/Action) 10:30am & 5:15pm SCREEN 6 Fast...Er (2D/Action) 3:00pm Behaving Badly (2D/Comedy) 11:00am, 5:00 & 9:30pm Suite Francaise (2D/Drama) 1:00, 7:00 & 11:30pm VILLAGGIO & CITY CENTER SCREEN 7 Cinderella (2D/Drama) 10:00am, 2:20 & 7:00pm The Gunman (2D/Action) 12:20 & 4:40pm Youm Maloush Lazmah (2D/Arabic) 9:20 & 11:30pm SCREEN 8 The Lazarus Effect (2D/Horror) 10:00am, 12:00noon, 4:00, 8:00, 10:00pm & 12:00midnight Fast...Er (2D/Action) 2:00 & 6:00pm SCREEN 9 Insurgent (IMAX 2D/Adventure) 10:30am, 1:00, 3:30, 6:00, 8:30 & 11:00pm SCREEN 10 The Gunman (2D/Action) 1:30, 6:30 & 11:30pm Insurgent (2D/Adventure) 11:00am, 4:05 & 9:00pm MALL SCREEN 1 Cinderella (2D/Drama) 3:00, 5:00 & 7:00pm The Gunman (2D/Action) 9:00 & 11:15pm SCREEN 2 The Lazarus Effect (2D/Horror) 2:30pm Suite Francaise (2D/Drama) 4:30pm The Divergent Series: Insurgent (2D/Drama) 6:30 & 11:15pm The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2D/Comedy) 9:00pm SCREEN 3 The Gunman (2D/Action) 2:30pm Run All Night (2D/Acton) 4:45 & 11:15pm The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2D/Comedy) 7:00pm The Lazarus Effect (2D/Horror) 9:15pm LANDMARK SCREEN 1 The Divergent Series: Insurgent(2D/Drama) 2:30 & 11:15pm Suite Francaise (2D/Drama) 4:45pm The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2D/Comedy) 6:45 & 9:00pm SCREEN 2 Run All Night (2D/Acton) 2:30 & 6:45pm Cinderella (2D/Drama) 4:45pm The Gunman (2D/Action) 9:00 & 11:15 SCREEN 3 Cinderella (2D/Drama) 3:00 & 7:00pm The Lazarus Effect (2D/Horror) – 5:15 & 11:30pm The Divergent Series: Insurgent(2D/Drama) 9:15pm ROYAL PLAZA SCREEN 1 The Divergent Series: Insurgent (2D/Drama) 3:00 The Lazarus Effect (2D/Horror) 5:15pm The Gunman (2D/Action) 7:00 & 11:15pm Cinderella(2D/Drama) 9:15pm SCREEN 2 Dilli Waali Zaalim Girlfriend 2:30 & 11:15pm Suite Francaise (2D/Drama) 4:45pm The Divergent Series: Insurgent (2D/Drama) 6:45pm The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2D/Comedy) 9:00pm SCREEN 3 The Gunman (2D/Action) 2:30pm The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2D/Comedy) 5:00pm Cinderella (2D/Drama) 7:15pm The Lazarus Effect (2D/Horror) 9:15pm Run All Night (2D/Acton) 11:00pm WESTEND PARK SCREEN 1 Fireman (Malayalam) 8:45pm Crazy Beautiful You (Tagalog) – 6:15pm Picket - 43 (Malayalam) 11:15pm | THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2015 | 16 DOHA EVENTS
SHAKESPEARE’S ILHAM Art MAL LAWAL MACBETH BY Exhibition EXHIBITION THE DOHA PLAYERS
19 MARCH Until 27 March UNTIL 21 MARCH VENUE: BLACK BOX THEATER, HBKU VENUE: Museum of Islamic Art VENUE: DOHA EXHIBITION CENTER STUDENT CENTER, EDUCATION CITY ADMISSION: FREE ADMISSION: FREE ADMISSION ADMISSION: QR100 (AVAILABLE ON Time: 9:00-21:00 WWW.Q-TICKETS.COM) The ILHAM Art Exhibition will feature Time: 19.30 new works of art by disabled artists From ancient artifacts and historic 12th Katara from Qatar, Oman and the UK. These collections to contemporary treasures, QatART artists spent two weeks in residency Macbeth is a tale of love, ambition and Qatari art, and quirky trinkets, these Handmade Market murder. Staged in the round in Black earlier this year in Qatar to prepare community-led contributions shaped Box Theater, the audience will be mere Islamic-inspired pieces that seek to an exhibition that represents the build bridges and understanding about centimeters away from the actors during shared heritage and passions of a 20 MARCH the abilities of people of all talents. the entire performance. people from Qatar and beyond. Venue: Katara Art Studios Courtyard - Building 19 Admission: Free Time:15:00-21:00 Small handmade art market to QATAR HERE encourage people to produce “DIFFERENT” handmade works and to teach INTERNATIONAL THERE AMEERA them how to create business from FOOD FESTIVAL EXHIBITION AL-AJI the traditional Qatari handmade traditions. There will also be hands- on crafting activities to participate 24 MARCH - 28 MARCH UNTIL 30 MARCH UNTIL 20 MARCH in. A wide variety of handcrafts VENUE: MIA PARK VENUE: AL RIWAQ EXHIBITION HALL VENUE: KATARA will be presented and sold from ADMISSION: FREE ADMISSION: Free ADMISSION: FREE ADMISSION jewellery, accessories, paintings, Time: 9:00-21:00 Time: Sunday-Wednesday 10:30am – Time:10:00-22:00 craft kits and much more. Discover a world of tastes and 5:30pm, Tuesday closed and Thursday fabulous gastronomic experiences 12:pm – 8:pm. Ameera Al Aji addresses the concept of at the sixth annual Qatar “difference,” in her abstract art. In her International Food Festival. Held in Presented by Qatar Museums (QM), Here exploration of the “self,” the “other” and YOUSEF AHMAD: the spectacular open-air waterfront There will see the QM Gallery Al Riwaq the many-facets of what she perceives setting of the Museum of Islamic split in half, each dedicated to one of the as “different,” she draws on the triangles STORY OF Art Park, QIFF features the finest two countries, Qatar (Here) and Brazil which have persisted in her memory and INGENUITY cuisineand culinary skills of many (There). The Years of Culture initiative is her interactions with her environment, of Doha’s top chefs, as well as a key part of Qatar Museums’ vision in and which are also part of the traditional celebrity cookery experts from establishing cultural ties between Qatar designs widely used in the regional overseas. UNTIL 28 MARCH and countries around the world. wool-crafts and textiles called sadou. VENUE: QATAR MUSEUMS GALLERY, KATARA ADMISSION: FREE ADMISSION
The exhibition highlights Qatari IN FOCUS artist Yousef Ahmad’s body of work by Sheril Babu Attupuram through a precise selection of his most striking artworks from his early works in 1970s until today. His mixed media calligraphic pieces to his new conceptual artworks.
THE PEARL- QATAR TRIATHLON
27 MARCH VENUE: THE PEARL- QATAR ADMISSION: FREE ADMISSION Time:06:30-11:00
Lido Venezia Beach, Qanat Quartier, The Pearl-Qatar Race Start Time 6:30am Sprint : Swim: 750M Bike: 20KM – Run 5KM Olympic : Swim:1.5KM Bike:40 KM – Run 10KM For registration:www.premieronline.com For general inquiries: [email protected]
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