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Exhibition relives the rich past of Qatari football, connecting today’s generation to heroes. P4-5 FOOTPRINT: The trainers worn by Ali Mohamed al-Ali, who is now the President of Veteran Players Committee, back in the 60s. Photo by Jayan Orma 2 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY ROUND & ABOUT

PRAYER TIME Fajr 4.55am Shorooq (sunrise) 6.14am Zuhr (noon) 11.48am Asr (afternoon) 3.00pm Maghreb (sunset) 5.25pm Isha (night) 6.55pm

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The Finest Hours SYNOPSIS: The Coast Guard makes Pendleton rescue mission attempt in 1952 GENRE: Action, Drama, History a daring rescue attempt off the coast by Coast Guard ships, wherein two oil CAST: Chris Pine, Casey Affl eck, Ben of Cape Cod after a pair of oil tankers tankers were split asunder by a nor’easter. Emergency 999 Foster are destroyed during a blizzard in 1952. THEATRES: Royal Plaza, Landmark, Worldwide Emergency Number 112 DIRECTION: Craig Gillespie The fi lm is based on the true story of the The Mall Kahramaa – Electricity and Water 991 Ooredoo Telephone Assistance 111 Local Directory 180 International Calls Enquires 150 Time 141, 140 Doha International Airport 40106666 Labor Department 44508111, 44406537 Medical Commission 44679111 Mowasalat Taxi 44588888 Airways 44496000 Weather Forecast 44656590 Hamad Medical Corporation 44392222 44393333 Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation 44845555 44845464 Primary Health Care Corporation 44593333 44593363 Qatar Assistive Technology Centre 44594050 Qatar News Agency 44450205 44450333 Q-Post – General Postal Corporation 44464444 Qatar University 44033333

te Unqu Naatkal smash hit — Bangalore Days. The story revolves around uo ot GENRE: Drama, Comedy three cousins: Divya ‘Ammu’ Raghavan (), Kannan Q e CAST: , Sri Divya, , ‘Kutty’ (Bobby Simha) and Arjun ‘Ajju’ (Arya), who share a Good, better, DIRECTION: Bhaskar close bond since their childhood. SYNOPSIS: The film is a remake of the THEATRES: Landmark, The Mall best. Never let it rest. ‘Til

your good is better and your Mall Cinema (1): Alvin & The (Tagalog) 7.30pm; Ashby (2D) 9.45pm; Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2D) Intruders (2D) 11.30pm. better is best. 2.30pm; My Little Pony: Friendship Royal Plaza Cinema Palace (1): Sanam Games (2D) 4.15pm; Alvin & The Teri Kasam () 2.15pm; Alvin & The — St Jerome Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2D) Naatkal (Tamil) 2.15pm; Ghayal Once Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2D) 5pm; 5.45pm; Ocean 14 (Arabic) 7.30pm; Again (Hindi) 5pm; Alvin & The Intruders (2D) 7pm; The Finest Hours (2D) Everything About Her (Tagalog) 9.15pm; Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2D) 7.30pm; 9pm; Ghayal Once Again (Hindi) 11.15pm. Jane Got A Gun (2D) 11.30pm. Adi Kapyare (Malayalam) 9pm; Visaranai Royal Plaza Cinema Palace (2): My Mall Cinema (2): Capture The Flag (2D) (Tamil) 11.15pm. Little Pony: Friendship Games (2D) 3pm; The Finest Hours (2D) 5pm; Wild Cinema Land Mark (2): Alvin & The 2.30pm; Capture The Flag (2D) 4.15pm; Horses (2D) 7.15pm; The Finest Hours (2D) Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2D) 3pm; The Finest Hours (2D) 6pm; Everything Features Editor 9pm; Intruders (2D) 11.15pm. Ashby (2D) 5pm; The Finest Hours (2D) About Her (Tagalog) 8.30pm; Sanam Teri Kamran Rehmat Mall Cinema (3): Visaranai (Tamil) 2pm; 7pm; Wild Horses (2D) 9.15pm; The Finest Kasam (Hindi) 10.45pm. e-mail: [email protected] Bangalore Naatkal (Tamil) 4.15pm; Ashby Hours (2D) 11pm. Royal Plaza Cinema Palace (3): Ashby (2D) 7pm; Adi Kapyare (Malayalam) Cinema Land Mark (3): Capture (2D) 2.30pm; Intruders (2D) 4.15pm; Telephone: 44466405 8.45pm; Ghayal Once Again (Hindi) The Flag (2D) 2.30pm; My Little Pony: Ashby (2D) 6pm; Ocean 14 (Arabic) Fax: 44350474 11.15pm. Friendship Games (2D) 4.15pm; Jane Got 7.45pm; Jane Got A Gun (2D) 9.30pm; Cinema Land Mark (1): Bangalore A Gun (2D) 5.45pm; Everything About Her Wild Horses (2D) 11.15pm. Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 3 ROUND & ABOUT COMMUNITY

EVENTS Doha Dash 2016 Kids will learn a new hand building DATE: Today technique for creating and finishing NSD activities at Tunisian School VENUE: Losail International Circuit artworks in clay. For more, call 44865201. Faisal Jassim Trading & Engineering Co (FJ TIME: 7am Qatar) is to hold Qatar National Sport Day The Dolphin Energy Doha Dash was Sketching with pencil and charcoal activities at the Tunisian School premises created by Professional Sports Group DATE: Sunday and Wednesday (near the Slope Round About) in Gharaff a to support the vision behind the Qatar TIME: 5pm-6:30pm today. National Sport Day. The event brings the If you can hold a pencil, you can draw The event will start at 10am and continue community together at Losail International … Discover techniques to make your until 1pm. Circuit for a chance to run in one of the drawing more realistic. Every Saturday Faisal Jassim Engineering is a Dubai-based Origami Family Workshops three distances on offer. and Wednesday from 5pm-6:30pm. For company having branches all over the GCC. DATE: Until tomorrow reservation: [email protected] TIME: 5pm-8pm Aspire Aquathon Series National Sports Day Dragon Boat VENUE: Katara Art Studios – Building 19 DATE: Feb 20 Works from Mathaf Collection Festival The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara VENUE: Hamad Aquatics Centre DATE: Until February 14 DATE: Today is hosting Origami Family Workshops by You can join this popular combination TIME: 11am to 6pm TIME: 8am -5pm Afsheen, including: animals, toys, aquatic of swimming and running sport race, VENUE: Arab Museum of Modern Art VENUE: Katara Cultural Village species, sports, and fashion & back-to- organised by Aspire Zone Foundation in The artworks collection to be exhibited Come watch some of the best Qatar dragon school origami. Workshop fees: QR100. The Hamad Aquatics Centre pool facility and will reflect a number of important defining boat clubs compete at the Katara Cultural workshops target children aged fi ve years and around the Aspire Zone precinct. Entry moments in Arab history and artistic Village. The competition is expected to start above, and will be presented in English from fees: QR20. Entry is open for all ages and innovations in the region. around 8am. 5pm to 8pm. For enquiries, please contact talents, aged 8 years and above. Adult Katara education team on: 44080233, e-mail: groups will run for 5km and swim 500m Hip Hop for kids MIA Park [email protected]. long, while kids will run between 1.5- 3 DATE: Every Sunday DATE: Today km and swim between 100-200m long, TIME: 5-6pm TIME: 8:30am according to their age group. VENUE: Hilton VENUE: MIA Park Join our Hip Hop classes instructed by Ooredoo is hosting Sport Day activities at Neuroscience Conference Beats and Bytes every Sunday at 5pm @ the park for the public starting at 8:30am. DATE: February 18-20 Hilton Hotel, Efora Spa. For more info, call Off erings will include fi tness classes for all VENUE: Sheraton Hotel on 33003839 ages and levels, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, The 1st Qatar Annual Neuroscience a walking group, gladiator joust, circuit Conference, organised by the Neurological Salsa Beginners training, football and kayaking. There will Institute at Hamad Medical Corporation, DATE: Tuesday, Friday also be some professional trainers onsite to offers a comprehensive educational TIME: 8-9pm teach visitors exercise skills such as warming- programme specifically designed for the VENUE: Hilton Hotel up. Mena region that will have significant Whether you’ve danced salsa before or emphasis on practical aspects of common not, you will find what you want. Different Aspire Zone VCU Qatar Faculty Exhibition neurological and neurosurgical disorders. salsa classes with different levels at your DATE: Today DATE: Until Feb 15 The scientific programme committee has service, taught by the best instructors in TIME: 8am VENUE: VCU Qatar Gallery invited world leaders in their fields to share Doha at Eforea Spa, Hilton Hotel. No need VENUE: Aspire Park VCU Qatar will organise its annual their knowledge with the attendees. for a partner, no need for reservation, come The Aspire Zone will be a hive of activity. exhibition of works by artists and designers as you are. Prices are QR60 per person per Planned events include “beach” soccer, judo, who are teaching and researching at the Jewellery and Watches Exhibition lesson. Visit: www.salsancandela.com football and basketball – all starting at 8am. university. Entrance is free. This exhibition DATE: February 23-27 There’ll also be a climbing wall, a family aims to give faculty members an opportunity VENUE: Doha Exhibition and Ladies day at Beach bootcamp, a fun run and four-seater bicycles to present their results of current artistic and Convention Center DATE: Every Monday cars. Qatar’s Fencing Federation will have design research and exploration in a select Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition TIME: 9am-7pm fencing in the park, from 10am to 1pm, too. exhibition. (DJWE) is being held once a year in Qatar. VENUE: Sheraton Doha This show is one of the most exclusive in For all the ladies in Doha! Do you feel Art Exhibition the world for wealthy individuals interested like taking some time off for yourself? DATE: Until April 18 in fine jewellery and unique pieces, Come join us at the Sheraton Resort for VENUE: Porto Arabia, Pearl watches, gemstones, and diamonds, all an all-day-access to the beach and pool, Diff usion by Peter Zimmermann — A represented by more than 500 exclusive along with aqua gym aerobics for free. mesmerising solo exhibition of colourful, international brands. Additionally, a Nestled on the edge of Qatar’s West Bay futuristic works. Anima Gallery, Parcel 17, number of educational seminars will with an unbeatable and uninterrupted Porto Arabia, The Pearl-Qatar. Contact: be delivered on jewellery and watches views of the blue sea. Our pool and beach 40027437 throughout the week. adds a tempting and exciting experience to enhance your senses of relaxation. Enjoy Aspire Run the Park only for QR100 per person. DATE: Until February 13 VENUE: Aspire Park Swimming lessons for kids Aspire Zone Foundation will organise DATE: Saturday to Thursday a series of four races on Saturday once TIME: 10am-6pm Oil Painting Workshop a month on January 16 and February 13. VENUE: H2O Swim club DATE: Feb 11- 14 Participants should compete in at least The Swim Club’s goal offers a variety VENUE: Katara Art Studios – Building 19 three out the four races to win a medal and of swimming programmes for adults and The Cultural Village Foundation – prize. They have to be there an hour before kids. They run the following programmes Katara will organise ‘Phases of Oil Painting the race. from competitive squads, leisure swimming Techniques Workshop’ by Qatari artist Eman for kids, up to adult swimming. Operating al-Hidous. The workshop targets those aged Qatari Agricultural Product Yards hours: Saturday to Thursday between 10am 18 years and above, and will be presented in DATE: Until June 30 and 6pm Arabic from 5pm to 8pm. Workshop fees: VENUE: Al Mazrooa, Al Zakheera, Al To find out more, please visit their QR1,000. Khor, Al Wakrah website: The workshop aims to explain to the Interfaith Dialogue Conference The Ministry of Environment has opened http://www.h2oswimclub.com participants the stages of drawing on canvas DATE: Feb 16-17 the 4th season of Qatari agricultural using oil paints, and the way to prepare and VENUE: Sheraton Doha Hotel product yards for selling locally produced mix colours to draw a realistic traditional 3D 12th Doha Interfaith Dialogue Conference fruits, vegetables, poultry, fish and FOODIE CHOICE painting. will be held this year under the theme: livestock. Work in these yards will continue “Spiritual and Intellectual Safety in the Light for seven months. The yards will operate REST AU RANT: Sky Lounge- Chocolate Childhood Cultural Center of Religious Doctrines”. The conference three days a week on Thursdays, Fridays and Lounge DATE: Until March 31 gives a great opportunity to experts and Saturdays from 7am to 5pm, with livestock LOCATION: The Torch Doha TIME: 9am-10:30am professionals from all over the world discuss vendors in Al Mazrooa operating at the Sky Lounge welcomes chocoholics, friends, VENUE: Katara the issues related to the conference theme, same times throughout the week. families and private gatherings. Immerse your Childhood Cultural Center participation and provide a certain framework for dealing senses in our unique chocolate experience like in ‘Schools Enrich our Culture’ programme with the challenges that threaten the spiritual Pottery workshop for kids you never did before. Located on the 51st fl oor includes a variety of educational and artistic and intellectual freedom and security of our DATE: Every Monday of the hotel. Open Monday – Saturday from workshops. times. TIME: 5pm-6pm 5pm –midnight.

Compiled by Nausheen Shaikh. E-mail: [email protected], Events and timings subject to change 4 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY COVER STORY Have passion, will play A note quoted by Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed al-Thani, President of Qatar Football Association, at the Road to Glory exhibition says it all: ‘If you don’t have a past, you don’t have a future’. By Anand Holla

BLAST FROM THE PAST: One of the many pictures featuring the stars of Al Rayyan team. Photos by Jayan Orma

slew of dignitaries today as the nation leaps into a fl urry football history, made obvious by visitors of the exhibition. “They cards, the apparel, the awards — and Qatar’s football of celebrations. his nickname “Al Rayyan’s Defence gave their soul, energy, time and because each of these objects holds a stars descended In a room bathed in red and black, Rock”. As for Younis Ahmed, “a determination and laid the ground tremendous story,” al-Ali says, “And upon Katara’s an impressive array of memorabilia unique goalkeeper not only in the for Qatar’s amazing modern sports I have many such stories as I have Building 22 as Road such as medals, trophies, photos, GCC and the Arab world but also achievements and paved the way to been involved with Qatari football toA Glory, the veteran football player gear, framed newspaper in Asia,” he had made a superb the greatness we witness today.” since the late ’60s.” players exhibition, featuring the cut-outs and such, adorn the walls, comeback after injury and surgery, The note continues, “Despite the Al-Ali’s tryst with Al Rayyan famed Al Rayyan Sports Club tables and display cases dedicated returning stronger than ever and hardship, lack of basic amenities began in 1968. “I was nine years old opened Sunday morning. to the four players, while videos earning the sobriquet “The Loyal”. and equipment and the luxuries that when I started out with Al Rayyan. The exhibition, which will featuring top names in Qatari Striker Mansour Muftah, or The modern athletes enjoy, the players, At 18, I went to the US to study and I continue until February 17, seeks football play on all through the Falcon, was terrifi c at everything coaches and management of Al played football there, too, and it was to connect the past and the place. from headers to cross passes. Muftah Rayyan Sports Club played for the great. After I graduated, I returned present and focusses on four stars All four featured footballers are was not only famous in Qatar love of the sport and nothing else to Qatar and joined the Al Rayyan whose superior gameplay and big names. There’s Ali Mohamed and the Gulf but had an awesome mattered. Their love and passion team,” he says. unwavering spirit left a fantastic al-Ali, “The Maestro”, who made his reputation in the Arab world and overcame all obstacles… Their Most of the foreign countries legacy for Qatar and Al Rayyan debut for the team in the 1974-75 Asia. story is one of pride, bravery and don’t believe Qatar has a history Sports Club. season, as Al Rayyan defeated Al The collective nickname of the Al determination. The road they took is in football, feels al-Ali. “This The timing for the opening of this Wakrah 3-1. It was al-Ali’s decisive Rayyan team is Fierce, as they are a road to glory.” exhibition serves to show, through exhibition couldn’t have been better passes to Mansour Muftah that said to have made Qatar “proud by Ali Mohamed al-Ali, who is objects and pictures and stories, as it’s the season that sees Al Rayyan had made all the diff erence. A star stopping at nothing in their pursuit now the President of Veteran that we, too, have this rich legacy in Sports Club, to the delight of their player, al-Ali later became a coach of honour, pride and achievements.” Players Committee, explained football. You can look at how good thousands of fans, back in Qatar and guided his team to three Qatari “In the heart of Qatar, in a time to Community the need to remind the training suit we had back in 1975 Stars League in terrifi c style after League titles, one Challenge Cup when nothing that we see around the new generation about the old’s was, and only then perhaps truly their absence last season. Not to and two Emir’s Cup titles. us today existed, brave men glorious feats. “You can’t tell our believe in our rich legacy in football,” mention its run coincides with the And then there’s ace defender played sport for life… not just for whole story through photographs al-Ali explains, “The Doha Stadium National Sport Day, which means it Abdullah Alammri who is hailed as tournaments and titles,” reads a and videos. You must show people is the oldest stadium in the Gulf to is set to witness tremendous footfall one of the fi nest defenders in Qatari note that was handed out to all the the objects — the medals, the ID have grass. It was so popular that Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 5 COVER STORY COMMUNITY

SLICE OF HISTORY: An overview of one part of the exhibition. other countries’ club would come to developments and pays tribute to “I also share the same feeling of Qatar to play on it.” its veteran stars that are part of our responsibility with my colleagues, “The Doha Stadium is the oldest Founded in 1958 with the country’s sporting history.” the committee members, towards stadium in the Gulf to have grass. It objective of holding school sports Among their many achievements, every Qatari player who made such festivals, the Doha Stadium was the veterans scripted history at the great eff orts to raise Qatar’s flag was so popular that other countries’ planted with green grass in 1962 World Youth Championship Final high in the international arena and following a proposal by the Engineer in in 1981, the Olympics represent Qatari football in the club would come to Qatar to play on Wajeeh Mustafa, a teacher in an in Los Angeles in 1984, and the best way possible,” he says, “The it.” — Ali Mohamed al-Ali, President elementary school, thereby making Olympics in Barcelona in 1992. reactions we saw in the eyes of it the fi rst grass playground in the This, however, might just be the veteran players and their families Veteran Players Committee Gulf region. fi rst in a long line of exhibitions set underscore the signifi cance of the In his note on the exhibition, to pay tribute to the achievements noble objective for which we created SheikhHamad bin Khalifa bin of veterans across all sports clubs. this committee. These objectives Ahmed al-Thani, President of the “This is the beginning,” says al-Ali, are an integral part of our beloved Qatar Football Association, says that “We plan to organise two exhibitions nation, which gives unconditionally the exhibition is as much a tribute every year featuring various clubs. and never forgets its people.” to the veteran stars as it is a message That’s because when we host the Al-Ali emphasises on his feeling to all the current Qatari players in 2022 World Cup, we must reach out of having “lived with football”. “I football clubs and national teams to the world by having a venue that have this inherent urge to strive for “that Qatar will always be loyal to its showcases the achievements of our perfection, whatever task I take up. people and will support our players; clubs and throws light on the Qatari By being part of the team that put even after retirement.” football history.” together this exhibition, I feel like “Personally, I like the saying — If When they fi rst decided to I have gained more experience in you don’t have a past, you don’t establish a committee for Qatari handling such processes and this have a future,” the note written by Veteran Players, they didn’t realise will only help me in setting up future al-Thani reads, “and I believe that that their idea would receive such exhibitions of this kind,” al-Ali says, the exhibition is more than a link fi nancial and moral support by the “My kids visited the exhibition and between the past and the present. sporting leaders and QFA under they loved it. I truly hope that the It is a message to everyone that the auspices of Sheikh Hamad bin new generation understands the Qatar, who won the FIFA World Khalifa bin Ahmed al-Thani, says storied legacy of this country’s love Cup 2022 bid, embraces modern al-Ali. for football.”

MEMORABILIA: Feats of Mansour Muftah adorn a wall at the exhibition. DOWN MEMORY LANE: Ali Mohamed al-Ali in the late 60s. 6 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY

ambassador of Sri Lanka told the audience. He said the 30-year long war in Sri Lanka, which was brought to a halt in 2009 by the Sri Lankan Sri Lankans mark armed forces, caused huge destruction and resulted in the paralysis of the rapid economic development of Sri Lanka. However, after the formation of new government in Sri Lanka in 2015, the environment created in Independence Day Sri Lanka is business friendly with solid political stability. It is rapidly becoming a tourist destination to By Umer Nangiana be rated as No. 1 by an international journal recently published in United States of America, said the he embassy of Sri Lanka ambassador in his speech. recently organised Referring to the cordial relations a grand reception between Qatar and Sri Lanka, the for the diplomatic ambassador noted that in March community and offi cials last year, HH the Emir Sheikh Tof Qatar government besides the Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani made representatives of Sri Lankan an offi cial two-day visit to Sri community organisations to Lanka. It was the fi rst offi cial visit celebrate the 68th Independence made by any head of the state Day of Sri Lanka, which falls on after the formation of the new February 4. government. The ambassador of Sri Lanka Three memoranda of to Qatar, Dr W M Karunadasa, understanding were signed along with HE the Minister of between the two governments Municipality and Environment, in the fi eld of sports, youth and Mohamed bin Abdullah al- mutual co-operation on the Rumaihi, HE the Minister of exchange of news. “The bilateral Culture and Sports, Salah bin talks held between the two leaders Ghanem bin Nasser al-Ali, and covered many areas ranging from Director of Protocol in the Ministry co-operation in the areas of trade, of Foreign Aff airs, Ibrahim Fakhroo, investments, tourism, energy cut the cake to mark the occasion. and air connectivity,” said the Following the cake-cutting ambassador. ceremony, performers from Sri He elaborated that with the Lanka and students of Staff ord opening of a resident Sri Lankan Sri Lankan School Doha, attired mission in Doha in 1997 and in traditional outfi ts, presented Ambassador of Sri Lanka Dr W M Karunadasa addressing the audience at the Independence Day celebrations. the reciprocal opening of Qatar dances representing diff erent Photos by Umer Nangiana resident mission in 2004 in parts of the country at Al Majlis in Colombo, the economic ties Sheraton Doha. community organisations battle without shedding a drop of the World Development Report between the two countries began A virtual tour of Sri Lanka’s to celebrate their country’s blood in gaining its independence published by the United Nations. to strengthen with the infl ow of biggest tourist attractions and Independence Day with the from the British Raj,” said the Its Human Development Index 120,000 Sri Lankan expatriate destinations was given to the diplomatic community and the ambassador. identifi es Sri Lanka as a middle workers to Qatar. guests through video screenings. Qatar government. In the post-independence era, income country and rated its Both countries received benefi ts A narrator would explain diff erent The ambassador briefed the Sri Lanka still remains along with position as 73 out of 194 member at the end with the growing trade traditions of the local people from audience about Sri Lanka’s history, India, one of the oldest democracies nations in the UN. and cultural ties, the ambassador diff erent parts of the island country. how it achieved independence which became a republic under the “Sri Lanka in absolute terms added. He invited the guests to Welcoming the guests and the development made by the new constitution of 1972, added is a welfare state which provides “visit Sri Lanka and invest in Sri and dignitaries, ambassador country post-Independence. “Sri Karunadasa. free education kindergarten up Lanka.” The guests were treated Karunadasa said it was an honour Lanka, then known as Ceylon, was In the economic sphere, he to the University level and off ers with traditional Sri Lankan for him, his family and colleagues among the fi rst three new states, said, what Sri Lanka has gained free healthcare services for all food at the dinner following the at the embassy and Sri Lankan which fought a constitutional after Independence is depicted in irrespective of age factor,” the ambassador’s speech.

Dancers from Sri Lanka represented diff erent regions of the country. Students of Staff ord Sri Lankan School Doha stage a performance. Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 7 COMMUNITY ISL to host Doha round of World Scholar’s Cup he Doha round of the World Scholar’s Cup will take place on February 12 at the International School of London-Qatar. TheT event will bring together nearly 300 students from all across Qatar for a celebration of learning unlike anything else in the world. A large number of Doha’s leading international schools are expected to attend, including over 60 students from the International School of London. Since its inception in 2007, The World Scholar’s Cup has become one of the most recognised, joyful, and fastest-growing extracurricular activities in the world. Although it may look at fi rst glance like an academic competition, it is more aptly described as a celebration of learning — an inclusive enrichment experience in which students of all backgrounds work together to explore new subjects and practice new skills. Events at the World Scholar’s Cup include: Team Debate (collaboration, persuasive rhetoric, public CONVERGENCE: Since its inception in 2007, The World Scholar’s Cup has become one of the most recognised and fastest-growing extracurricular activities in speaking). the world. Collaborative Writing (teamwork, analysis, written communication). Participating scholars explore health. The exploration motivates senior (ages 15+), will earn onward more than 40 countries, and to Scholar’s Bowl (fun, fast-paced a wide range of interconnected thoughtful research and spirited invitations to the 2016 Global a special year-end Tournament group problem-solving). topics — in 2016 they range from discussion. Round in Thailand and the Czech of Champions conference hosted Scholar’s Challenge (critical the study of crime and justice to At least 10 teams in each Republic in June, which will bring by Yale University in the United thinking, decision-making). the science of disease and public division, junior (ages 10-14) and together 2,500 students from States.

DIRECT LINK: DeBakey High School – Qatar hosted a UK Universities Expo for students to speak with representatives. The universities included University of Reading, Kingston University, University of Bolton, University of East Anglia, University of Central Lancashire, Swansea University, Cambridge Education Group, American College of Greece, and Teesside University. University expos are held through the year at DeBakey to provide students direct contact with university representatives concerning admissions and college life. 8 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY

CELEBRATION OF SCIENCE: All the young researchers along with the Principal Nabila Kaukab, Dr Fawzy and Abdul Monim. Pak Shamaa hosts Research Fair ’16 ak Shamaa School & College and Humanities groups separately. of the students. A panel of judges comprising (iii) Musarrat Khan with Talha, Taha and organised internal Research Fair A total of six projects in each category were Muzaff ar (Eng Dept), Sobia Sohail (Math Dept), Abdul Haseeb. 2016. The competition is held on display. Dr Fawzy and Abdul Monim from Iqbal Mohal (Physics Dept) and Zahoor Ahmed Irshad Ali Supervisor with students Ismail, annually under the patronage of Supreme Education Council were also present (Chemistry Dept) adjudicated the projects. Walid and Saad. Supreme Education Council to at the occasion. They appreciated the eff orts of The following projects emerged winners in Ismatullah with Abdullah Attiq, Abdullah provideP young students to showcase their young participating scientists. each category. Mohd and Zain Ahmad. talent in the fi eld of research. Students from M A Shahid, president, School Management (i) Tehmina along with Aisha, Komal and Amjad Ali (Chemistry Dept) Co-ordinated primary, preparatory and secondary classes Committee, Principal Nabila Kaukab also took Eiman. and Supervised the students’ Scientifi c took part and displayed their work in Science a round of the projects and lauded the eff orts (ii) Noreen Javed with Saeqa, Iqra and Zarish. Research Fair 2016.

President of Management Committee M A Shahid along with Principal Nabila Kaukab inspecting Representatives from SEC Dr Fawzy, Abdul Monim and the vice- principal Azhar Hayat taking a the projects. round of all projects. Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 9 COMMUNITY DPS-MIS ‘Shristi’ enthrals visitors

PS-Modern Indian the Qatari and Indian delicacies, School organised a and pulled in a large crowd. two-day Social Science As part of the school’s Exhibition ‘Shristi-The commitment of teaching Qatar Creation’ recently. history, the exhibition had a Qatar DThe objective of the exhibition History Corner. Models showcasing was to highlight the role of social the rich heritage of Qatar — Al development and inculcate the Zubarah Fort, Museum of Islamic feeling of universal brotherhood, Art, Souq Waqif, Emiri Diwan, through the understanding of Hamad International Airport, diverse cultures and landforms and Qatar’s future projects Metro Rail, promote globalisation. FIFA World Cup 2022 … just to The exhibition was inaugurated name a few transfi xed the visitors by the chief guest, Rocky and earned huge appreciation. Fernandes, Director Administration Around 900 models and DPS-MIS. 350 charts were displayed. The Students from classes III to X exhibition was indeed a true contributed in the wide range of testimony of creativity, zeal and models and charts transgressing zest that DPS-MIS students are the historical, political, cultural, known for and was a huge success. geographical and economic Approximately 1,000 parents boundaries of not only India but the visited the exhibition. The parents entire world. The students, clad in had a word of appreciation for the the traditional attire of Qatar and good work done by the students and SKILLS SHOWCASE: DPS-MIS students from classes III to X contributed in the wide range of models and charts the diff erent Indian states, served teachers. transgressing the historical, political, cultural, geographical and economic boundaries. 10 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY

RARING TO GO: Starfish Lane Kids are ready for a game, set and match with their friends in various sporting contests today. Ball skills are life skills. These Starfish Lane Kids are practising their throwing for National Sport Day. Centrepoint launches trendy new collection his Spring, Centrepoint, feature in staple pieces. has comfortable summer sandals, the region’s largest fashion Splash’s seasonal selection leather moccasins, and laced formal retailer, has a collection includes trendy silhouettes in footwear. The children’s range has that brings out your inner shades of pink, coral and blue with fun and comfortable styles in trendy trendsetter to take on the monochrome adding depth and summer colours. Tseason in your own personal way. subtlety to the range. Womenswear City Lifestyle brings you an Centrepoint’s fashion looks let you styles are showcased in a range of assortment of fresh and fashionable transform every day basics in to summer dresses, skirts, tops and accessories to make your spring statement styles with a collection of comfortable pants that will keep outfi ts pop this season. Trendy bags strong trend choices for the whole fashionistas dressed on-trend and jewelled accessories elevate family. through the day. The collection also your style-quotient. For fun and This Spring, Babyshop’s collection unveils bright hues and rustic tones fabulous make up styles try bright for tots and teens will have kids and ranging from orange and red, infused summer hues like oranges, pink, moms excited and eager to shop. with cooler blues. Black, blue and gold and cool blues this season Little girls can look forward to a white stripes add a contemporary from popular cosmetic brands like fresh colour palette of earthy green, touch to the nautical styles. NYX, Misslyn & Make-up Factory. soft yellow and feminine peach. For the stylish and sporty man, Lifestyle also has a selection of Floral patterns remain a Spring staple Splash has a range of T-shirts, parka tasteful and elegant home décor along with fl ora and fauna imagery. shirts, long sleeveless sweats, grid products such as charming tea Key shapes include front knot checks, knee slit denims, and ripped sets, scented candles and home shirts, relaxed pull-on pants, denim shorts in subtle colours of ivory, grey, fragrance assortment like no other, dungarees, two-tier, prom and skater blue and beige. lamps & chandeliers, cushions and style dresses, and angel sleeves. 70s Style is still big this season bathroom accessories. All of this Little lads will be dressed in bold, with a re-interpretations of wardrobe and more available at great prices, bright shades of vermillion orange, staples such as classic blue jeans, to spruce up your home this season bright and navy blue, and softer textures blazer, summer jackets and or gift to friends and family. green and grey. Key collection pieces fl oral printed Polo’s. Centrepoint represents the include slim-collared shirts and tees Shoe Mart’s latest footwear and Landmark Group’s strategy to and Henley neck t-shirts. The casual accessories collection has a range of synergise its core retail concepts, spring look is accentuated by chinos Boho chic, and Mod styles. Ladies Babyshop, Splash, Shoe Mart, and jog pants. Denim continues to can choose from footwear styles in and Lifestyle, under one identity, STYLE QUOTIENT: Splash’s seasonal selection includes trendy silhouettes in make a dominant statement and denim works, fl oral prints and a line- thereby projecting a ‘single fashion shades of pink, coral and blue with monochrome adding depth and subtlety to multi-stripe paneling and prints up of neon shoes. The men’s range destination for the entire family’. the range. Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 11 LIFESTYLE/HOROSCOPE COMMUNITY Conquering the top five reasons people fail at fitness

veryone can agree hectic, get up 30 minutes earlier Join forces: Exercise with friends, that you can use at home on your I can’t aff ord health club fees that regular exercise is twice a week to exercise. relatives, neighbours or co-workers. own time. You don’t need a membership important, so why do so Drive less, walk more: Park in the You’ll enjoy the camaraderie and the Focus on the future: Praise yourself at an elite gym to get a great many people struggle to back row of the parking lot or even encouragement of the group. for making a commitment to your workout. Consider easy and free stick with their fi tness a few blocks away and walk to your Explore new options: Learn new health. Remember that as you alternatives. Egoals? destination. skills while working out. Check out become fi tter and more comfortable Do strengthening exercises at If you’ve encountered barriers Revamp your rituals: Your weekly exercise classes or sports leagues at a exercising, your self-confi dence is home: Use inexpensive resistance holding you back from committing Saturday matinee with the kids could recreation center or health club. likely to improve as well. bands — lengths of elastic tubing that to a fi tness routine, you’re not alone. be reborn as your weekly bike ride, come in varying strengths — in place Simple ideas for overcoming the fi ve rock-climbing lesson or trip to the I’m self-conscious about how I’m too tired to exercise. of weights. Do pushups or squats most common hurdles to fi tness pool. I look No energy to exercise? Without using your body weight. commitment. Fitness isn’t just about what you exercise, you’ll have no energy. It’s a Start a walking group: Round up I think exercise is boring look like on the outside, it’s the vicious cycle. But breaking the cycle friends, neighbours or coworkers I don’t have enough time to It’s natural to grow weary of a inside as well. Remind yourself what with physical activity is one of the for regular group walks. Plan routes exercise repetitive workout day after day, a great favour you’re doing for your best gifts you can give yourself. through the neighbourhood, along Setting aside time to exercise can especially when you’re going it cardiovascular health, or focus on Try a morning workout: Hop on local parks and trails, or in a nearby be a challenge, so it’s important to alone. But exercise doesn’t have to be how much stronger you feel after a the treadmill or stationary bicycle shopping mall. use a little creativity to get the most boring. workout. while you listen to the radio or watch Take the stairs: Skip the elevator out of your time. Choose fun activities: You’ll Avoid the crowd: If you’re the morning news. when you can and climb the stairs. Squeeze in short walks: If you be more likely to stay interested. uncomfortable exercising around Make lunchtime count: Keep a pair Try your community centre: don’t have time for a full workout, Remember, anything that gets you others, go solo at fi rst. Try an exercise of walking shoes at your desk and Exercise classes off ered through don’t sweat it. Shorter spurts of moving counts. video or an activity-oriented video take a brisk walk during your lunch a local recreation department or exercise, such as 10 minutes of Vary the routine: Rotate among game. break. community education are often more walking spaced throughout the day, several activities — such as walking, Make an investment: Consider Be prepared: Make sure you have budget-friendly than an annual gym off ers benefi ts too. swimming and cycling — to keep investing in home exercise comfortable shoes and loose- membership. Get up early: If your days are you on your toes while conditioning equipment like a stationary bicycle, fi tting clothes for exercising readily packed and the evening hours are diff erent muscle groups. treadmill or a stair-climbing machine available at home and in your car. ©Brandpoint

ARIES TAURUS GEMINI March 21 — April 19 April 20 — May 20 May 21 — June 20

Following on from yesterday’s New Moon in Aquarius, your eleventh There is nothing worse than feeling as if you simply can’t seem to If you feel someone let you down and you’re having a hard time house of hopes, dreams and wishes, now is the time to start thinking get something done, is there? You can get anything done Taureans. getting over it, you need to move on twins. Where have you let about what it is you want to achieve and see happen Aries. It’s in your cosmic DNA to be stubborn and get it done! someone down before?

CANCER LEO VIRGO June 21 — July 22 July 23 — August 22 August 23 — September 22

Don’t let someone take you for granted today Cancers. If you do You’re feeling good right now following on from yesterday’s New Sometimes you simply have to throw up your hands and forget something for someone and go out of your way to do so, then a moon in your one on one relationship zone. Single? It’s a great time something or someone Virgos. Life is hard enough without begging thank you is definitely in order. to go on a date or get online and see what’s on off er! people to accept your help or advice, right?

LIBRA SCORPIO SAGITTARIUS September 23 — October 22 October 23 — November 21 November 22 — December 21

Feeling pumped? Ready to go, take on the world with a smile? Go If you feel as if someone has misunderstood your good intentions The Moon remains in your conversation zone which makes today a forth and prosper Librans. Yesterday’s New Moon was just the and you have tried repeatedly to explain the situation to them, don’t great day to talk about something that’s been bothering you or on cosmic winning ticket you needed. try any further. No good deed goes unpunished as they say. your mind. Pick a good time and place for the discussion Sags.

CAPRICORN AQUARIUS PISCES December 22 — January 19 January 20 — February 18 February 19 — March 20

Money – and how much it rules your world is on your mind right now Your New Moon yesterday was the start of your solar new year, so If you feel as if you need to put a few new stamps in your passport, following on from yesterday’s New Moon in Aquarius, your second what are you going to do to ring in your new year? Make a list and Mars in Scorpio is sending you signals that now is the time to book house of self-esteem and self-worth. Time to budget, maybe? start checking things off right now while you have the momentum. your trip and start planning. 12 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY PUZZLES/CARTOONS

Wordsearch Adam

Pooch Cafe Family Gathering

ANCESTORS GRANDPAR- RELATIONS BROTHER ENTS RELATIVES CHILDREN INLAWS SIBLING CLAN KINFOLK SISTER COUSIN MOTHER SON DAUGHTER NEPHEW UNCLE DYNASTY NIECE FATHER OFFSPRING Codeword Every letter of the alphabet is used at least once. Squares with the same number in have the same letter in. Work out which number represents which letter.

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Sudoku

Bound And Gagged

Sudoku is a puzzle based on a 9x9 grid. The grid is also divided into nine (3x3) boxes. You are given a selection of values and to complete the puzzle, you must fill the grid so that every column, every anone is repeated. Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 13 PUZZLES COMMUNITY

Quick Clues Colouring

ACROSS DOWN 1. Triumphant (10) 1. Call on (5) 7. Attack (5) 2. Waterfall (8) 8. Deceived (7) 3. Vent (6) 10. Rejoined (8) 4. Flower (4) 11. Fate (4) 5. Unfamiliar (7) 13. Peek (6) 6. Wrinkled (10) 15. Dog-house (6) 9. Destruction (10) 17. Neat (4) 12. Recall (8) 18. Outlook (8) 14. In earshot (7) 21. Doubtful (7) 16. Russian soup (6) 22. Lotto (5) 19. Cancel (5) 23. External (10) 20. Hindu ascetic (4)

Cryptic Clues

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ACROSS DOWN 1. Sam Green’s disturbed about the river 1. See 20 Down birds (10) 2. Wagon returned in a rush and took the 7. About the dance group put in position same way back (8) again (5) 3. One who’s going for gold! (6) 8. Relatives need money to go round 4. A number of horses getting collared (4) America (7) 5. Clothing ruined in a term (7) 10. Writer means to adapt pseudonyms 6. Seemly restrictions for things brought Yesterday’s Solutions (3,5) into play (10) 11. One fruit tree or two, we hear (4) 9. Trial that takes place before the camera QUICK CRYPTIC 13. Roughly filed and spread all over the (6,4) Across: 6 Courier; 7 Round; 9 Try; 10 Adoration; Across: 6 Deleted; 7 Pilot; 9 Nib; 10 Grounding; place (6) 12. Train a chap to be a driver (8) 15. The kind that is to sally forth (6) 14. Endless status for the substitute (5-2) 12 Reparations; 15 Short-handed; 17 Community; 12 Press onward; 15 Set in motion; 17 Hit for six; 17. Russian returning among the 16. It’s like spring in the cavern already (6) 19 Way; 21 Fiend; 22 Passive. 19 All; 21 Lucre; 22 Faculty. circumnavigators (4) 19. Get together in the morning on a ship Down: 1 Worry; 2 Dry; 3 Mend; 4 Contriver; 5 Down: 1 Remit; 2 Net; 3 Hear; 4 Window-box; 5 18. He’s in the market for French sea song (5) Unsound; 8 Ordain; 11 Detriment; 13 At hand; 14 Country; 8 Put out; 11 Train fare; 13 Sombre; 14 (8) 20 & 1Dn. Lodger who doesn’t publicise Chronic; 16 Halve; 18 Tear; 20 Ask. Residue; 16 Plato; 18 Ivan; 20 Out. 21. Used on pressing occasions - by the his activities (9) unhappy golfer? (3-4) 22. Keeps being surrounded by them (5) 23. Stresses beneath the track (10) 14 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY POP SPOT in brief

David Bowie

It never ceases to amaze how certain artistes become so popular after their death. Michael Jackson had six albums in the UK top ten after his passing in 2009. David Bowie currently has five. David also has another seven albums in the UK top 40. This total drew him level with the record of 12 albums in the top 40 set by Elvis Presley following his death in 1977. All of these albums were available before the artists died so why do so many fans feel the need to purchase their back catalogue in the immediate aftermath of their death? As for David Bowie, it seems his latest LP, Blackstar, will not be the last album of new material we hear from him. Although he kept his illness secret, David obviously knew he had little time to live and embarked upon an 18-month burst of creativity. Two albums and a New York stage musical are what we already know. But there are apparently quite a few more new songs which fans will hear on future albums. Zayn

Zayn Malik will be known only as Zayn for his post-One Direction solo career. His debut album, Mind of Mine, is set for release next month. Lead single, Pillowtalk, looks certain to become a smash hit. The video, which is posted at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=C_3d6GntKbk, attracted 26 million views in the first three days. Sadly, Zayn has not been slow to distance himself from his time in One Direction. He claims to have never wanted to be in the group and felt embarrassed by some of their songs. While there are those who might admire his honesty, being in One Direction ROAD SHOW: The title-track for his album was written while driving down Interstate 40 in New Mexico and finished during a stop in Dallas. and performing those songs has made him an extremely rich young man. He might at least show a little gratitude. Birdy

English singer / songwriter Birdy has written or co-written every How traveller Stapleton song on her forthcoming third studio album, Beautiful Lies. She also co-produced six of the tracks. “I regard this as my coming of age record,” smiled the 19-year- old Hampshire native. “I’ve learned so much during the past few years and have been able to use these good and bad found the right notes experiences as the inspiration for my new songs. A lot of them deal with finding light in the darkness and overcoming the times when we feel completely lost.” died and radio stations didn’t want to original plan, but I was so happy with the The album is scheduled for release on March 25. But lead single, By Geoff rey Rowlands know my single. I decided to scrap the 14 songs we eventually decided to put on Keeping Your Head Up, is available now. The track has received songs I’d recorded and begin the whole the album.” universally positive reviews with most critics acclaiming it as process again.” Traveller was not just appreciated Birdy’s best song to date. Judge for yourself by checking out the o matter how much success His new material was inspired by a by country music fans. It has achieved video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8AXUq5uA0Y Chris Stapleton enjoyed as cross-country drive from Phoenix to recognition within the industry being a songwriter, he always had Nashville. named Album of the Year at the Country Tellef Raabe this nagging desire to see if “My wife knows what I need before I Music Association Awards. Chris also he could fi nd fame as a solo do. I love old cars and hadn’t had one for a won the awards for Best Male Vocalist, Tellef Raabe’s debut album will be issued later this year. But Nartist. while. She bought me this old Jeep which New Artist of the Year and Breakout Artist the Norwegian singer / songwriter recently released his latest “I’ve had over 170 songs recorded by was in Phoenix. We decided to fl y out of the Year. single, Flying On The Ground. artists such as Kenny Chesney, George there and drive it home. Traveller has also been nominated “It’s probably the most optimistic song I’ve ever written,” he Strait, Luke Bryan, Tim McGraw and “It could have ended up with me for Album of the Year and Best Country revealed. “It’s about the exciting rush of falling in love when Adele,” smiled 37-year-old Chris.” I also renting a tow truck and towing the Jeep Album at the forthcoming Grammy you’re at that point where the excitement alone is enough.” played in bands like The SteelDrivers home because these old vehicles do Awards. The title-track has been Flying On The Ground also features additional vocals from and The Jompson Brothers. But I always tend to break down. But we got it home nominated for Best Country Song and Tellef’s sister, Sigrid Raabe. No video has been made as yet but wondered if I could become a major artist without any problems and making that Best Country Solo Performance. the song can be heard at www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ac21- in my own right.” trip was exactly what I needed.” “It is special to have my work Q9Lcbg His debut album, Traveller, not only The title-track for his album was recognised in this way. I only wish my Videos have been made for Tellef’s earlier singles. These can topping the US country music chart written while driving down Interstate 40 dad was still alive to enjoy everything be found on YouTube by typing his name in the website search but also reaching pole position on the in New Mexico and fi nished during a stop with me. He was a coal miner, as were box. Billboard 200 left no-one in any doubt in Dallas. both of my grandfathers. He wanted about the quality of his solo work. Chris “That was the only songwriting I did on something better for me and was so proud Fetty Wap had already penned six number ones on the trip. But I’d got the impetus from our when I studied engineering at the highly the Hot Country Songs chart for other journey. I felt refreshed and ready to take a prestigious Vanderbilt University. Rapper / singer Fetty Wap and his Zoo Gang associates are artistes so there seemed no reason why second shot at recording my solo album.” “I know my parents were off ering fans a new free mixtape. he couldn’t create something similar for His wife helped again in choosing the disappointed when I dropped out of Zoo 16: The Mixtape features 17 songs by Fetty, Monty, PNB himself. songs which Chris would record. Vanderbilt. I did continue my education Rock, Guwii Kidz, Khaos, Oskama and others. Fetty appears on “My solo career didn’t get off to a good “She is my in-house sounding board at Morehead State University back home eight tracks either performing solo or in partnership with other start. I signed to Mercury Nashville and for all things. She assembled the list with in Kentucky but I was sure by then that Zoo Gang members. recorded an entire album of songs. One some help from our great friend Brian writing songs was what I wanted to do. The mixtape can be heard and downloaded at www.datpiff .com/ of them, What Are You Listening To, was Wright. Brian was the person who really Dad got to see me become a successful Fetty-Wap-Zoo-Gang-Zoo-16-The-Mixtape.764004.html released as a single in October, 2013, but it pushed me into doing a solo album. He songwriter but I regret so much that If you enjoy their work, another free five-song mixtape from didn’t do well at all. and my wife even suggested I might do a he didn’t live to see me become a Fetty and Zoo Gang is at www.datpiff .com/Fetty-Wap-For-My- “It was a bad time in my life. My father couple of covers, which hadn’t been my successful solo artist.” Fans-mixtape.750537.html Tuesday, February 9, 2016 GULF TIMES 15 SHOWBIZ COMMUNITY

Aft er playing a queen, Ramya to turn a ghost

Actress Ramya Krishnan, who impressed Lost connect with the audiences as Queen Sivagami in S.S Rajamouli’s Baahubali, is all set to play a ghost in upcoming Telugu fi lm Rudraksha, to be directed by her husband-fi lmmaker Krishna Vamsi. Ramya has teamed up with her husband after a decade. audience, says Sunny “Ramya plays a ghost, a wandering soul in the fi lm. Though she has played deities on several occasions, this is the fi rst time she will be essaying the role of a ghost,” a source from the fi lm’s unit said. “However, she won’t be portrayed like how usually ghosts are showcased in southern cinema. This will be a much refi ned character which was originally off ered to Prakash Raj, who couldn’t take it up due to prior commitments,” the source added. The regular shooting of Rudraksha, which also features Samantha Ruth Prabhu, is expected to start from June. The project is tipped to be the most expensive fi lm in the career of the director. According to industry sources, Rudraksha will be high on visual eff ects and nearly an hour of the lmfi will be shot using computer graphics. Ramya Krishnan will next team up with Kamal Haasan for a project, also starring Shruti Haasan. The duo is joining hands after a decade and will be playing husband and wife in this family drama, which will have story by Kamal and will be directed by T K Rajeev Kumar. —IANS

BACK IN BUSINESS: Sunny Deol.

ctor-director Sunny Deol, who was present at the Gaiety Galaxy presenter of the fi lm but failed to keep his pleased with the fi rst day theatre in Chennai to gauge the audience’s promise. “We are usually reserved, but we’ll collections of his fi lm Ghayal response. try to come out more.” Once Again, says that he had “I’m trying to do more fi lms so that at According to trade reports, Ghayal Once lost connect with the audience, least three fi lms come every year. I have Again had collected more than Rs7 crore at andA now wants to do at least three fi lms a done a fi lm after several years, and have the box-offi ce on Friday, but Sunny wants year to regain it. given a big gap. If actors are not visible, more. “It’s good but I want it to do better. “I could make a good fi lm. I had given people won’t see, so it is important to be But feeling very good... it’s the audience’s my full eff ort to do well, and would wish seen for them,” said the Ghayal actor. love which makes us do fi lms. to do several fi lms because I have realised Sunny had a release last year I Love New “Nowadays, the digital format has that I had lost connect with the audience, Year which was delayed numerous times started where people are writing such and to reconnect that I should do more and was set to release much earlier. Before good content, where there can be good fi lms. this, he was last seen in Singh Saab the Great interaction, and that is what gives you the “People are connecting but I wish to which had released in 2013. courage and hope. And that’s what keeps us connect with the new, young generation — During promotions, Sunny had promised going, and we also do our work according to that was the topic of the fi lm because the that he’ll bring his father Dharmendra to that. Our enthusiasm rises when people like earlier fans are anyways there,” said Sunny, interact with media since he was also the what we’re off ering,” he said.—IANS RAVE REVIEWS: Ramya Krishnan Samantha finally gets a shot at own show

spread, inserting herself as a centaur Technically, Full Frontal isn’t injured in the line of duty and a visit By Neal Justin shooting lasers out of her eyes. In one a late-night show, as it will air at to New York’s Comic Con where promotional trailer for her show, the 9:30pm on Mondays, avoiding artists trip over their tongues trying comic wonders aloud what’s missing head-to-head competition with to defend their depictions of busty or the past 15 years, The in an art gallery featuring only former colleagues at Comedy superheroines. Daily Show has surpassed portraits of her male peers. The ad Central. It also won’t feature “Women’s issues are extremely Saturday Night Live as concludes with Boys Wanna Be Her, traditional talk-show trappings important to me,” Bee said. “It’s not TV’s sturdiest springboard the Peaches rocker most prominently like a desk or guests, leaving more going to be the only thing we talk to stardom. But while used in Whip It, the 2009 fi lm in opportunity for pre-taped remotes. about on the show, but it’s defi nitely SteveF Carell, Stephen Colbert and which roller-derby women cruise n’ That makes sense. Of all the a passion that we will end up delving John Oliver were encouraged to bruise their way to victory. Daily Show reporters, Bee was the into.” take the plunge, the series’ longest- Bee, whose previous exposure most intent on delivering a social The numbers behind the scenes serving correspondent remained in beyond The Daily Show has consisted message, landing more points are telling. In addition to hiring a the kiddie pool. of brief appearances in everything than punch lines. Her piece from female executive producer, Bee has Samantha Bee fi nally got her turn from a Woody Allen movie to The St. Paul’s Republican National fi lled half of the writers’ room with on the high dive with Monday’s Electric Company, will likely keep Convention, in which she made women. In contrast, all but three of debut of TBS’s Full Frontal With those blades sharpened throughout delegates squirm with questions the 24 people who have written for Samantha Bee and, if her actions in the fi rst season. about Bristol Palin’s pregnancy The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon recent months are any indication, “I don’t think it’s fair, but it and her not-so-subtle attack on are men. she’s not dismissing the theory that makes complete sense to me that a Florida politician running on Not that Bee doesn’t appreciate her gender is the key reason it took it be part of the conversation,” Bee an anti-gay platform are timeless the contributions of those burdened so long. said last month when asked if it was classics. with the Y chromosome. Like In response to a Vanity Fair tiresome to keep having to address Pieces already fi led for the new Colbert, Oliver and Trevor Noah, tribute to late-night TV hosts last the “woman” issue. “I mean, there series include a scathing take down she’s quick to credit former boss Jon fall, Bee tweeted a doctored version just hasn’t been a wealth of women of the Veterans Administration on Stewart for leading by example. — of the magazine’s all-male photo in late night.” THE BUZZ: Samantha Bee its inability to properly serve females Star Tribune (Minneapolis)/TNS 16 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 9, 2016 COMMUNITY

four cities in Nigeria — Lagos, Abuja, Enugu and Kano. As a pan-African airline, Ethiopian Airlines started the fl ight to Nigeria in 1960. It has been serving our Nigerian brothers and sisters for more than fi ve decades without interruption, even at the time of crisis like Ebola,” said Nebiat Hailemichael, Area Manager of the airline. “We have a convenient connection with less than two hours connection time in Addis Ababa for Abuja, Lagos and Kano,” he informed the audience. According to NIDO-Qatar, membership registration is required to access these special off ers. Registered members of the community wishing to travel to Nigeria should obtain the discount code from NIDO-Qatar Executive Council members, can go online to Ethiopian Airline website and make their booking to their desired Nigerian destination, enter the code and automatically receive the 15% discount on the fare. Ethiopian commands the lion share of the pan-African passenger and cargo network COLLABORATION: From left: Shiberu Mamo, Deputy Ambassador, Embassy of Ethiopia, Qatar, Nebiat Hailemichael, Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines, Amadi operating the youngest and most Nwokocha, NIDO-Qatar President and Enoch Pear Duchi, Charge d’Aff aires of the Embassy of Nigeria. modern fleet to more than 85 international destinations across five continents. Ethiopian fl eet includes ultra- modern and environmentally friendly aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777- 200LR, Boeing 777-200 Freighter Nigerian forum inks and Bombardier Q-400 with double cabin. In fact, Ethiopian is the fi rst airline in Africa to own and operate these aircraft. Recently, NIDO-Qatar launched its new website and membership card to assist both public and private pact for expat travel entities in Qatar in sourcing for information and opportunities in Nigeria. The membership card is Nigerians In Diaspora Organisation has signed an agreement with to create avenues for discounts on purchases and services. The organisation is the umbrella Ethiopian Airlines for discounted fares and mutual usage of services body of over 7,500 Nigerians in Qatar. Its aims are to promote unity, love and harmony amongst all are more attractive to all Nigerian The Ethiopian envoy eff ective air service of the airline. Nigerians living in the State of Qatar, By Umer Nangiana destinations. congratulated the airline and “Ethiopian Airlines is the largest, promote the image of our country NIDO-Qatar will provide an the Nigerian community for the fastest and the most profi table and assist every Nigerian in Qatar avenue on its social media platforms agreement. He emphasised the airline group in Africa serving more to achieve their legitimate personal or the benefi t of respective and sponsored community events safety, customer service and than 90 destinations and fl ying to goals and aspirations. community members, to distribute Ethiopian Airlines two entities from Nigeria brochures and fl iers to its members. and Ethiopia have come The agreement was signed in the forward and formally presence of the Enoch Pear Duchi, Fpledged to co-operate and make use Charge d’Aff aires of the Embassy of each other’s services. of Nigeria, Qatar; Shiberu Mamo, The Nigerians In Diaspora Deputy Ambassador, Embassy of Organisation (NIDO) Qatar, the Ethiopia, Qatar; Amadi Nwokocha, representative of the Nigerian NIDO-Qatar President and Nebiat community in Qatar, has signed a Hailemichael, Area Manager of Memorandum of Understanding Ethiopian Airlines. (MoU) with Ethiopian Airlines, for “It is encouraging to witness such co-operation and mutual usage of an initiative. Both parties have to be services provided by both entities faithful to the agreement and I am and promotion of special off ers and certain that the Ethiopian Airlines discounts from Ethiopian Airlines will do their best to honour the to the Nigerian community in Qatar. terms of the agreement while NIDO The agreement, which was signed should also take this advantage,” said last week, is for an initial period Duchi. of one year, with the possibility of “I encourage NIDO to reach out extension. to the Nigerian community and tell The terms of the MoU include a them about this laudable agreement special off er by Ethiopian Airlines with the airline; encourage them to the Nigerian community of 15% to patronise the airline. I am sure discounts on existing-applicable the Enugu route would have many passenger fares from Qatar passengers during the festive period to Nigeria, 2pc/23kg baggage and am sure Ethiopian will enjoy the From left: Nebiat Hailemichael, Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines with Amadi Nwokocha, NIDO-Qatar President allowance and cargo rates that relationship,” he added. during the signing ceremony.