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WHAT A WASTE: According to a new report in the journal PLOS One, Americans wasted just over 25 percent of their food between 2007 and 2014. 2 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY COVER STORY Meals that failed to materialise PRAYER TIME Fajr 3.40am People also squander the natural resources used to Shorooq (sunrise) 5.01am Zuhr (noon) 11.32am Asr (afternoon) 4.03pm produce that food and contributed to environmental Maghreb (sunset) 6.04pm Isha (night) 7.34pm degradation for nothing, bemoans Karen Kaplan USEFUL NUMBERS

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THROWING CAUTION: Americans waste about one pound of food per person per day, and they throw away trillions of gallons of water in the process. te Unqu ou walk into the grocery just over 25 percent of their food phosphorus fertiliser (which can uo ot store with the best between 2007 and 2014. feed algal blooms that are dangerous Q e intentions, filing your cart Although they did a decent job to fish) and 2.3 billion pounds of We must let with kale, broccolini, tofu of finishing up their nuts and seeds potassium-containing potash go of the life we have and Greek yogurt. (only 12 percent wasted) and potatoes fertiliser annually to grow these YThen you get home, feel pressed for (about 16 percent wasted), they were wasted crops. They also applied nearly planned, so as to accept the time and order a pizza. not as careful with seafood (nearly 35 780 million pounds of pesticide to Before you know it, the perishables percent wasted), whole fruit (almost protect food that never passed their one that is waiting for us. are going bad at the back of the fridge. 33 percent wasted) and soups (30 lips. — Joseph Campbell They’ll wind up in the trash, like so percent wasted). Not interested in taking many other well-intentioned meals Incredibly, Americans even wasted responsibility for the entire country? that never came to be. 26 percent of grain-based desserts The study authors also broke things Your efforts to eat better have (think cookies, cakes and brownies), down on a per-capita basis. flopped again. But that’s not your and 29 percent of salty snacks. On an average day, an average only fail. You’ve also squandered Each year, just short of 4.2 trillion American wasted a little less than a the natural resources used to gallons of water were used to produce pound of food (422 grams, to be exact). produce that food and contributed all this uneaten food. That includes That represented a dietary loss of Community Editor to environmental degradation for nearly 1.3 trillion gallons of water more than 800 calories per person per nothing. to grow uneaten fruits and 1 trillion day. Kamran Rehmat If you’re ready to accept the full gallons of water to grow uneaten Fruits and vegetables accounted for e-mail: [email protected] guilt of the situation, you’re in luck: vegetables. 39 percent of that waste (measured by Telephone: 44466405 Researchers have added it all up for In addition, farmers used 1.8 weight), and dairy items contributed Fax: 44350474 you. billion pounds of nitrogen fertiliser an additional 17 percent. At the other According to a new report in the (which affects marine and terrestrial end of the spectrum, egg dishes made journal PLOS One, Americans wasted ecosystems), 1.5 billion pounds of up less than 1 percent of the waste, Friday, April 27, 2018 GULF TIMES 3 COVER STORY COMMUNITY

According to a new report in the journal PLOS One, Americans wasted just over 25 percent of their food between 2007 and 2014. Although they did a decent job of finishing up their nuts and seeds (only 12 percent wasted) and potatoes (about 16 percent wasted), they were not as careful with seafood (nearly 35 percent wasted), whole fruit (almost 33 percent wasted) and soups (30 percent wasted) as did the combined category of foods and shifting instead to foods table oils and salad dressings. that come from plants. The research team, led by Zach But the new findings show that Conrad of the US Department of it’s not that simple. Agriculture’s Grand Forks Human “Improving diet quality Nutrition Research Center in and reducing environmental North Dakota, put all this together impact are efforts that should by linking information in a variety be pursued concurrently,” of government databases. Conrad and his colleagues wrote. For instance, they gleaned “Consumers should increase information about Americans’ their consumption of fruits and diets from the National Health vegetables and simultaneously and Nutrition Examination waste less of them.” Survey, which is conducted by The study authors the Centers for Disease Control acknowledged that this was easier and Prevention. To find the said than done. ingredients in those diets, One way to reduce food waste is they used the Environmental to buy fewer perishable goods and Protection Agency’s Food choose canned or packaged foods Commodity Intake Database. that have a longer shelf life. But Surveys conducted by the USDA these items often contain more provided information about sodium, saturated fat and added agricultural resources such as sugar. Still, the situation is not water and pesticides, and the hopeless. department’s Economic Research Americans would waste less SCAN: Food sensor gadget reads exact nutritional values. Service provided data to calculate food if they knew more about food waste. “how to tell when fruits and The results revealed substantial vegetables are ripe, how to store variance in the quality of and prepare them, and how to tell Americans’ diets. On a scale of the difference between bruises/ 0 to 100, those in the bottom abrasions and spoilage,” the 20 percent scored an average researchers wrote. of 32, while those in the top 20 Bringing some clarity to the percent scored an average of 82. “sell by,” “use by” and “best (Nationwide, the average was 58.) before” dates that are printed One trend was unmistakable: on packages could also stop The higher the diet quality, the consumers from tossing perfectly more food was wasted. Americans good items into the garbage, they in the bottom 20 percent wasted added. an average of 295 grams of food In the longer term, engineers per day, while those in the top 20 are developing sensors that percent wasted an average of 535 can alert people when food has grams of food per day. actually spoiled, reducing the risk The more healthful your diet, that they will wind up sick. the more water and pesticides you “It is … important to ensure wasted as well, the researchers that efforts to reduce food waste reported. at the consumer level do not Past studies have focused undermine legitimate food safety on the environmental benefits concerns,” the study authors LESSON: “Improving diet quality and reducing environmental impact are eff orts that should be pursued concurrently,” of producing (and ultimately wrote. “Spoiled food is a health the research team, led by Zach Conrad of the US Department of Agriculture’s Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research consuming) fewer animal-based risk.” — Los Angeles Times/TNS Center in North Dakota, suggests. 4 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY BODY & MIND Understanding hernia

By Dr. V. Vasudevan

hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or Aconnective tissue called fascia. The most common types of hernia are inguinal (inner groin), incisional (resulting from an incision), femoral (outer groin), umbilical (belly button), and hiatal (upper stomach). In an inguinal hernia, the intestine or the bladder protrudes through the abdominal wall or into the inguinal canal in the groin. About 96% of all groin hernias are inguinal, and most occur in men because of a natural weakness in this area. In an incisional hernia, the intestine pushes through the weaken muscles and make hernias directly over it and then bear down. abdominal wall at the site of more likely. Ultrasound may be used to see a previous abdominal surgery. This For inguinal, femoral, umbilical, femoral hernia, and abdominal type is most common in elderly or and incisional hernias, symptoms X-rays may be ordered to determine overweight people who are inactive may include: if a bowel obstruction is present. after abdominal surgery. z An obvious swelling beneath A femoral hernia occurs when the the skin of the abdomen or the What are the Treatments for intestine enters the canal carrying groin; it may disappear when you a Hernia? the femoral artery into the upper lie down and may be tender. In babies, umbilical hernias may thigh. Femoral hernias are most z A heavy feeling in the abdomen heal themselves within four years, common in women, especially that is sometimes accompanied by making surgery unnecessary. For those who are pregnant or obese. constipation or blood in the stool. all others, the standard treatment In an umbilical hernia, part of z Discomfort in the abdomen or is conventional hernia-repair the small intestine passes through groin when lifting or bending over. surgery (called herniorrhaphy). the abdominal wall near the navel. Symptoms of a hiatal hernia It is possible to simply live with a Common in newborns, it also may include heartburn and upper hernia and monitor it. The main commonly affl icts obese women or abdominal pain. risk of this approach is that the those, who have had many children. protruding organ may become A hiatal hernia happens when See your doctor about a strangulated — its blood supply the upper stomach squeezes Hernia if: cut off — and infection and tissue through the hiatus, an opening in z You suspect that you have a death may occur as a result. A the diaphragm through which the hernia. strangulated intestinal hernia may esophagus passes. z If you cannot get the hernia result in intestinal obstruction, to go back in; seek medical causing the abdomen to swell. What causes Hernias? care immediately, as this is an The strangulation can also lead Ultimately, all hernias are caused incarcerated hernia and can lead to to infection, gangrene, intestinal by a combination of pressure and an organ strangulation. perforation, shock, or even death. opening or weakness of muscle or z You know you have a hernia, fascia; the pressure pushes an organ and you have pain, are nauseated Conventional treatment for a or tissue through the opening or and vomiting, or are unable to have Hernia weak spot. Sometimes the muscle a bowel movement or pass gas; you Hernia surgery is performed weakness is present at birth; more may have a strangulated hernia or under either local or general that requires smaller incisions and your surgeon for specifi c instructions often, it occurs later in life. an obstruction. Seek medical care anaesthesia. The surgeon involves a shorter recovery period after your surgery. Anything that causes an increase immediately. repositions the herniated tissue and less post-operative pain. Hernia Hernias may return after in pressure in the abdomen can and, if strangulation has occurred, repairs are usually performed as an surgery, so preventive measures are cause a hernia, including: How is a hernia diagnosed? removes the oxygen-starved part outpatient procedure. There are especially important to help avoid a • Lifting heavy objects without A physical exam by your of the organ. The damaged muscle usually no dietary restrictions, and recurrence. stabilising the abdominal muscles healthcare provider is often enough wall will frequently be repaired work and regular activity may usually • Diarrhoea or constipation to diagnose a hernia. Sometimes with synthetic mesh or tissue. be resumed in one or two weeks. z Dr. Vishwanath Vasudevan, • Persistent coughing or sneezing hernia swelling is visible when you Increasingly, herniorrhaphy is Complete recovery usually takes MBBS, MS (General Surgery), In addition, obesity, poor stand upright; usually, the hernia being performed using a laparoscope, three to four weeks, with no heavy General & Laparoscopic Surgeon, nutrition, and smoking, can all can be felt if you place your hand a thin, telescope-like instrument lifting for two to three months. Ask Aster Hospital, Doha Friday, April 27, 2018 GULF TIMES 5 BODY & MIND COMMUNITY Low iron, Vitamin B12 level may up anxiety in boys

ron deficiency and low For the study, appearing in the blood levels of Vitamin Journal of Nutrition, the team B12 in small boys may be examined 3,200 children aged associated with behaviour 5-12. problems, such as anxiety “Interventions to curb these Iand aggression, when they get in deficiencies must be informed by middle school, according to a new knowledge of their causes in each study. specific setting,” Villamor said. The findings showed that Previous research on infants iron deficiency, anemia and low has shown a link between iron plasma vitamin B12 levels in boys deficiency and lower positive at around age 8 were associated affect, or a child’s alertness, with 10 per cent higher mean ability to self-sooth and self- scores on externalising behaviours regulation. such as aggression and breaking These problems may evolve of rules. through middle childhood and Iron deficiency was related show up as behavioural concerns to an adjusted 12 per cent in adolescence and lower-self- higher mean on internalising rated mental health in adulthood. problem scores like anxiety and The researchers found no depression. associations among girls. “Some parts of the brain “We don’t have a clear develop throughout childhood,” explanation of why there were said Eduardo Villamor, Professor sex differences, although we at the University of Michigan in knew it was important to study the US. boys and girls separately because He explained that “structural they may differ in the timing of changes in the basal ganglia, development,” Villamor said. hippocampus, amygdala and “Studies in rats have found that prefrontal cortex of the brain may some micronutrient deficiencies be involved in the development of affect male and female brains behaviour problems as these brain differently but it is not clear regions respond to environmental exactly why this may also be the conditions at different life stages”. case in humans,” he noted. – IANS MEDICAL REASON: Iron deficiency in small boys may be associated with behaviour problems.

Eating dark chocolate cuts stress, boosts regulates multiple intracellular Novel drug-filled 3-D printed memory: Study signalling pathways involved in T-cell activation, cellular immune Consuming dark chocolate can response and genes involved in dentures can reduce fungal growth reduce stress and infl ammation, neural signalling and sensory as well as improve memory, perception — the latter potentially immunity and mood, results from associated with the phenomena of esearchers have developed new drug- in the journal Materials Today, are printed with experimental trials have shown. brain hyperplasticity. fi lled 3-D printed dentures that can help acrylamide, instead of the currently used polymers This is due to the high “These studies show us that combat the frequent fungal infections for denture fabrication. concentration of cacao — a major higher the concentration of cacao, which cause infl ammation, redness and To examine the release of medication in the printed source of fl avonoids. the more positive the impact swelling in the mouth. dentures, the team fi lled the antifungal agent into The fl avonoids found in cacao on cognition, memory, mood, RTo better treat these infections — called biodegradable, permeable microspheres. are extremely potent antioxidants immunity and other benefi cial denture-related stomatitis — The microspheres protect the and anti-infl ammatory agents, with eff ects,” Berk noted. researchers from the University at drug during the heat printing known mechanisms benefi cial for The fi ndings were presented at Buff alo turned to 3-D printers, process and allow the release of brain and cardiovascular health, the the Experimental Biology 2018 using the machines to medication as they gradually researchers said. meeting in San Diego, US. build dentures fi lled with degrade. “For years, we have looked at For the trial, the team for the fi rst microscopic capsules The results showed the infl uence of dark chocolate on time examined the impact of large that periodically release that release of the drug neurological functions from the amounts of cacao in doses as small Amphotericin B — an was not hindered standpoint of sugar content — the as a regular-sized chocolate bar in antifungal medication. in the more porous more sugar, the happier we are,” humans over short or long periods “The major impact single layer and said lead investigator Lee S. Berk, of time. of this innovative 3-D fungal growth was from Loma Linda University in The team assessed the printing system is its successfully reduced. California, US. electroencephalography (EEG) potential impact on The results could “This is the fi rst time that we response to consuming 48 g of dark saving cost and time,” also be applied to have looked at the impact of large chocolate (70 per cent cacao) after said Praveen Arany, various other clinical amounts of cacao in doses as small an acute period of time (30 minutes) Assistant Professor at therapies, including as a regular-sized chocolate bar in and after a chronic period of time the University’s School splints, stents, casts humans over short or long periods (120 minutes), on modulating brain of Dental Medicine. and prosthesis. of time, and are encouraged by the frequencies 0-40Hz, specifi cally “The antifungal Future research aims to fi ndings,” Berk added. benefi cial gamma frequency (25- application could reinforce the mechanical Further, dark chocolate was 40Hz). Berk said the studies require prove invaluable among strength of 3-D printed also found to aff ect human further investigation, specifi cally to those highly susceptible to dentures with glass fi bres gene expression. It regulates determine the signifi cance of these infection, such as the elderly, COMBATANT: The new dentures and carbon nanotubes and cellular immune response, neural eff ects for immune cells and the hospitalised or disabled can help combat the infections which focus on denture relining - the signalling, and sensory perception. brain in larger study populations. patients,” he added. cause inflammation, redness and readjustment of dentures to Cacao consumption up- – IANS The new dentures, detailed swelling in the mouth. maintain proper fi t. – IANS 6 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY CUISINE Ribeye is jewel of steak menus

ndoubtedly, ribeye is the jewel of any steakhouse menu, a well seasoned and prepared steak is one of the most delectableU food. Ribeye steak is harvested from the rib section of beef from the loin muscle, A muscle that stretches along the spine from the base of the neck to the hip, outside of the rib cage. They are cut from the top of the muscle, just behind the shoulder followed as you travel down the spine by the strip and the porterhouse. The area is typically between ribs six through twelve. As a little used part, the temperature is achieved (130-135 steaks from the loin are particularly degrees Fahrenheit for medium tender. The degree of muscle usage rare, 135-140 degrees Fahrenheit by cattle is related to the tenderness for medium, and 140-145 degrees of the cattle meat. So what exactly Fahrenheit for medium well), let the makes ribeye so fl avourful? As steak rest ten minutes before you true with all other steaks it is the return it to the pan again to heat it level of marbling of fat that makes and serve. it delectable. The abundance of marbling, ribbons of fat that melt Pan Seared Ribeye into the meat as it cooks delivering that rich beef fl avour. A smooth, Ingredients fi ne texture and tenderness. Steaks Serves 2 closest to the cattle head have Ribeye steak(800 gm) 1 no. abundant marbling and generally Olive oil 2 tbsp have a layer of fat around the Sea salt to taste portions. During the cooking Crushed back pepper to taste process, the fat melts (renders) and Thyme few sprigs bastes the meat from the inside. So when you cook the steak you get a Accompaniments utterly buttery fl avour. Spinach 300 gm Mushroom 100 gm Rib steak vs Ribeye steak Garlic cloves 2-3 nos. There is a lot of confusion on Butter unsalted 2 tbsp names and people often call them Heavy cream ½ cup by diff erent names. But essentially Potato 2 nos. a rib steak, and ribeye steak are Sour cream 2 tbsp the same cuts of beef, ribeyes are boneless and ribeye steaks include Method the bone. Sometimes ribeye steaks Season the steak with salt pepper are called ‘bone in ribeys’, ‘rib hops’, and olive oil and keep aside for 20- and ‘cowboy steak’. A ‘Delmonico’ 30 minutes is a boneless ribeye that is pounded Meanwhile boil the potato and fl at before cooking. Regardless allow them to cool down of what you call them they are all Peel and mash the potato and tender and juicy piece of steak. keep aside Heat a cast iron skillet over high Cooking a ribeye heat and drizzle oil and butter Ribeyes are quick cooking steaks. Place the steak in the skillet and Naturally fatty and more tender DELECTABLE: Pan seared Ribeye is served hot with garlic, spinach and mushroom. Photo by the author sear at high heat for 4 minutes than some other cuts of beef. Most Turn the steak and baste with the people like them rare or medium tender if ‘braised’ — roasted, or juices and fat. Then move it to lower ones as they tend to over cook very fats in the skillet rare. But they taste delicious even simmered with a small amount heat then continue to cook. fast. Also choose the bone in steak Cook for 4 minutes on the other when cooked well. There are three of liquid in a tightly covered pan. Before cooking a thaw the steak, as the bone imparts fl avour and side too and remove from fl ame and main grading options when you are Select grade is very uniform in take it out of the fridge, set it on keeps the meat moist. rest aside choosing the steak. USDA grades quality and normally leaner than the counter for about 20 minutes Add thyme leaves and mixed the meat as Prime, Choice and the higher grades. It is fairly tender, to bring it to room temperature. To cook on stove garlic in the fats and add mushroom Select. but, because it has less marbling, it Marinade is not needed, just salt The best way to prepare a ribeye and spinach and sauté at high heat Prime grade is almost never may lack some of the juiciness and it and place-it on the heated grill. and my preferred way at home is Adjust the seasoning and add found in supermarkets. This beef is fl avour of the higher grades. Only For best results, sear it at very high to cook the steak in a cast iron pan. butter and cream, Remove and keep produced from young, well-fed beef the tender cuts (loin, rib, sirloin) temperature to seal in natural juices By using cast iron pan you get nice aside cattle. It has abundant marbling should be cooked with dry heat. and fat. Then move it to lower heat seared crust and juicy centre. Also In a separate pan add the potato and is generally sold in restaurants Other cuts should be marinated then continue cooking. When the you can baste the steak using the mash and add cream and butter to and hotels. Prime roasts and steaks before cooking or braised to obtain meat is almost cooked as desired pan which helps in improving the make a smooth mashed potato are excellent for dry-heat cooking maximum tenderness and fl avour. remove the steak from the grill and fl avour and texture of the steak. Adjust the seasoning and remove (broiling, roasting, or grilling). allow it to rest away from grill. This Heat your cast iron pan on stove from fl ame Choice grade is still of high How to cook a perfect steak helps in the carry over cooking to until it gets very hot. Drizzle oil Return the steak to the skillet quality, but has less marbling than Before cooking, thaw a steak cook and tenderise the meat and and heat it almost to its smoking over medium heat and cook on both Prime. Choice roasts and steaks and take it out of refrigerator for make it more juicy. Then return the point and then place the steak into sides for two minutes and serve from the loin and rib. They are about 20 minutes and bring it to steak again to the grill and heat it the pan and let it sear until a crust hot along with garlic spinach and very tender, juicy, and fl avourful. room temperature. I personally again on slow fl ame on both sides to begins to form. Keep it in the pan mushroom and mashed potato and They also do well with dry-heat do not prefer the marinade a steak make it hot and serve. When home for four minutes and then fl ip to sour cream dollop. cooking. Many of the less tender and just season the meat with salt cooking a ribeye choose a thick and the other side and cook for three cuts, such as those from the rump, and crushed pepper and oil. Place large 800- 900 gms. steak instead minutes on the other side. Add z Chef Tarun Kapoor, round, and blade chuck, can also the steak on a well seasoned and of the smaller thin ones and two some butter and keep basting the Culinary Mastermind, be cooked with dry heat if not hot grill. Sear the meat at high people can share. It is easy to cook other side of the steak with hot USA. He may be contacted at overcooked. Such cuts will be most temperature to seal the natural thick steaks as compared to the thin butter. Once your desired internal [email protected] Friday, April 27, 2018 GULF TIMES 7 COMMUNITY BPS celebrates 15 years of service

Birla Public School (BPS) recently launched a new logo to mark its 15th year in the presence of and to Julia Anna Joseph, Headgirl. Yosuf Ahmad, Professor of Art at Qatar University, who attended the ceremony as the chief guest. The students from KG-I to Grade-XII placed 15 helium balloons showing the years from 2004 to Lukose Chacko, BPS Chairman; Gope Shahani, Vice Chairman; and Dr Mohan Thomas, C V Rappai 2017. The staff , who joined the school in 2004, brought forward the balloon for 2018. and Thangam Thomas, all directors of BPS, were also present on the occasion. The complete Thirty five art students prepared a figure of Kathakali. The figure is six feet tall and four feet wide. It programme was telecasted live in all classrooms of the school’s three campuses. The activity was encompasses 54 diff erent canvases and displays features of ancient Indian culture. The students also shown to the world through the school’s website. created the figure in 48 hours. The school will present the art work to the Indian embassy in Qatar. A P Sharma, BPS Principal, welcomed the gathering followed by the simultaneous unveiling of A short documentary showed the audience about the birth and growth of BPS. The documentary three images of the logo. The first one, conceived and created by Sreejith, an art teacher, was was prepared by Davies, a teacher and tech wizard. A tableau titled ‘Vidya Dhanam’ was presented unveiled behind the curtains on the stage. The second image, a three dimensional one on the by 30 students with the theme of the changing face of education. As many as 25 dancers right side of the stage, was brought alive by Regint, Head of Art Department. The third, a digital performed on the occasion. imprint on screen, was created by Davies, a school teacher. The students also planted 15 saplings in the school premises. A music programme titled ‘Flash Further, a flag hand-over ceremony, signifying the sharing of responsibilities and pride in past and Mob’ was also organised on the occasion. The school was decorated in a beautiful manner by the future achievements, was also organised. The flags was handed over to Hisham Sharaf, Headboy; Art Department.

NIS marks Earth Day with host of activities

As a part of World Earth Day celebration, Noble International School (NIS) recently conducted a and the resultant pollution. The principal said that the aff orestation was the only remedy for special programme to enlighten the young students with the motto ‘Be with Nature’. Shibu Abdul saving the Earth. Addressing the entire community, Jaymon Joy, NIS Vice Principal, highlighted Rasheed, NIS Principal, inaugurated the programme that was also attended by the vice principal the imminent danger caused by global warming and the consequences of climate change. The and heads of all sections. The programme emphasised on the need for doing away with plastic students from diff erent grades presented a short drama portraying the real ‘plundered planet’. 8 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY INFOGR Friday, April 27, 2018 GULF TIMES 9 RAPHIC COMMUNITY 10 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY Screening of Lily Bily amuses Nepali expatriates

By Usha Wagle Gautam

epali community recently enjoyed a new movie premiered on the screen of Global Cinema Hall, Doha. The movie, Lily Bily, was released in Kathmandu, the Ncapital city of Nepal, two weeks ago. The fi lm has already been doing extraordinary business on the national box offi ce. Directed by Milan Chams, Lily Bily features actors Pradeep Khadka, Jassita Gurung and Priyanka Karki. Lily Bily was shot in Nepal, UK and Turkey. Giving an after-screening response, Kalyan Ghimire, a Nepali fi lm industry producer and director, said, “From now on, the Nepali movies will be screened every Friday in Doha.” Lily Bily portrays the life story of a boy from a rural hinterland of Nepal, who goes to Europe and succeeds in becoming a thriving NRN (Non-Resident Nepali). The romantic MOVIE: Poster of the movie. VIEWERS: Nepali expatriates watching the movie. comedy kicks off with NRN Avash, played by Pradeep Khadka, meeting with Shruti, character gives a sense of flat performance made Lily Bily a beautiful package. Though gave positive comments about the movie. played by Jasita Gurung, in a cinema hall of throughout the movie. Priyanka Karki, a it carries a clichéd and run-of-the-mill Chirinjivi Timsina appreciated how the Scotland. The dance sequences of the movie popular actress, plays an unforgettable storyline, the movie has successfully love story was presented. Bishnu Karki were shot in Edinburg and Istanbul. cameo in the movie. blended the picturesque cinematography was impressed by the beautiful sceneries. Jasita Gurung has made a successful The shooting in foreign cities, a rare with choreography. Further, the comic scenes and dialogues in debut in the movie. However, her weepy ingredient for Nepali feature fi lms, has After watching theshow, the audiences the movie made the audience laugh aloud.

Artistes from India perform sitar, bharatanatyam at ICC

Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), under the aegis of Indian embassy, artistes by Juttas Paul, ICC General Secretary and acting President, recently hosted a performance by two eminent artistes from India who applauded the artistes for their commitment to spreading of the namely, Subrata De, Sitar Artiste, and Vidhushi Veena C Seshadri, a art form among the expatriate community in Qatar. He added that it Bharatanatyam Dancer. Both are empanelled artistes of Indian Center was ICC’s stated objective to promote Indian culture and rich traditions for Cultural Relations, Govt of India (ICCR) and graded artistes of among the expatriate and local communities in Qatar. Doordarshan TV and All India Radio. Vishal Mehta, ICC Head of Cultural Activities, introduced the artistes They performed sitar and bharatanatyam for the community and Girish Jain, ICC Head of Finance, conducted the proceedings. K S members at ICC Ashoka Hall. Santosh Kulkarni, Tabla Master from Prasad, Head of Membership & Counselor Services, proposed the vote Skill Development Center, accompanied and performed together with of thanks. Both artistes appreciated and thanked ICC for providing such Subrata De. a platform for them to perform. The performance was well received The programme started by welcome address and felicitation of the and appreciated by the community members. Friday, April 27, 2018 GULF TIMES 11 LEISURE COMMUNITY

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Super Cryptic Clues Wordwatch

claustrophobia Earliest documented use: early 1800s. From Latin pinetum (pine grove), from (klo-struh-FO-bee-uh) USAGE: pinus (pine). Earliest documented MEANING: “Phlur’s Siano fragrance intends to use: 1828. noun: A fear of being in a confined be a celebration of nightlife and ‘for USAGE: place or a restrictive situation. those who want to own the room,’ ... “At RHS Garden Wisley, conifers were ETYMOLOGY: Its sillage is ‘far’.” traditionally sent to the pinetum, From Latin claustrum (lock, bolt, where they were expected to reach confined place) + -phobia (fear). androcracy towering proportions.” Earliest documented use: 1879. The (an-DROK-ruh-see) opposite is agoraphobia. MEANING: arctophile USAGE: noun: A system ruled by men. (ARK-tuh-fyl) “Part of the opera’s strength is the ETYMOLOGY: MEANING: way it conveys the claustrophobia Latin andro- (male) + -cracy (rule). noun: Someone who is very fond of of life on a ship, says Sir Andrew. Earliest documented use: 1903. teddy bears or collects them. The stage is crowded with sweaty USAGE: ETYMOLOGY: men shoved together in grim “Some think the system’s androcracy From Greek arctos (bear) + -phile circumstances.” simply perpetuates itself, as powerful (lover). Earliest documented use: men promote other men to positions 1970. sillage of power.” USAGE: (see-AHZH) “I am a past president of the American MEANING: pinetum Society of Teddy Bear Collectors and noun: The trail of scent that lingers (py-NEE-tuhm) have contributed dozens of articles behind from a perfume; also, the MEANING: to Teddy Bear Review and other degree to which it lingers. noun: An arboretum of coniferous arctophile journals.” ETYMOLOGY: trees such as pines. From French sillage (wake, trail). ETYMOLOGY: — wordsmith.org

Sudoku Yesterday’s Solutions

ACROSS DOWN 1. The food gets by, though 1. Resumptions of the rather unhygienic (6) activities? (6-2) 4. Run back, well ahead of the 2. Vicissitudes of the crossword foreigner (8) compiler? (3,3,5) 10. Understanding it’s visible (7) 3. They make you sick, the 11. Quote the number now held devices spies use! (4) in the fortress (7) 5. Characteristic of rum (8) 12. Left a key with a number 6. Is it something other than attached to it (4) proficiency that’s made him 13. Fascinated by the charm: famous? (10) Sudoku is a puzzle based on a 9x9 grid. The sure to be (10) 7. As well as my going round grid is also divided into 16. Decree that Goldman and I with a girl (3) nine (3x3) boxes. You go in (6) 8. To fool or to take in the are given a selection of 17. By which to ensure nobody Continental fop (6) values and to complete can steal a lily? (7) 9. Sees standing and pulls up the puzzle, you must fill the grid so that every column, every row and every 3x3 20. Hitting and pinching (7) (5) box contains the digits 1 to 9 and none 21. Hot money, a lot, bundled 14. Still in the let-luggage office, is repeated. inside (6) being dispensible (8-3) 24. Lifted in a daze (10) 15. Unhappy when deprived of 25. Look through as cover point the hard stuff? (10) The Mall Cinema (1): Here Palace (1): Here Comes The comes in (4) 18. They fell - when running Comes The Grump (2D) Grump (2D) 2:15pm; The 2:30pm; Here Comes The Big Bad Fox And The Other 27. Determine to include a US across? (8) Grump (2D) 4:15pm; Here Avengers: Infinity War (2D) Tales (2D) 4pm; Avengers: city (7) 19. The driveway will delight you Comes The Grump (2D) 4:15pm; Here Comes The Infinity War (2D) 5:30pm; 29. If the fellow gets a gun out, (8) 6pm; Mohanlal (Malayalam) Grump (2D) 7pm; Mohanlal Avengers: Infinity War (2D) brace yourself (7) 22. Don’t accept, but pop the cat 8pm; Diya (Tamil) 11pm. (Malayalam) 8:45pm; Diya 8:15pm; Avengers: Infinity 30. Mean Tod is set to become a back (4,2) The Mall Cinema (2): The (Tamil) 11:30pm. War (2D) 11pm. lampooner (8) 23. Studies English, but is stupid Big Bad Fox And The Other Landmark Cinema (2): Royal Plaza Cinema 31. It’s fast becoming light by (5) Tales (2D) 2pm; Avengers: Here Comes The Grump Palace (2): The Big Bad Fox half five (6) 26. The inclination is to give a lot Infinity War (2D) 3:30pm; (2D) 2:15pm; Here Comes And The Other Tales (2D) of names (4) Avengers: Infinity War (2D) The Grump (2D) 4pm; 2pm; Avengers: Infinity War 28. Fine rain in the atmosphere 6:15pm; Avengers: Infinity Avengers: Infinity War (2D) (2D) 3:45pm; Here Comes (3) War (2D) 9pm; Avengers: 6pm; Avengers: Infinity The Grump (2D) 6:30pm; Infinity War (2D) 11:30pm. War (2D) 8:45pm; Avengers: Diya (Tamil) 8:15pm; Yesterday’s Solutions The Mall Cinema (3): Infinity War (2D) 11:30pm. Mohanlal (Malayalam) 11pm. Avengers: Infinity War (2D) Landmark Cinema (3): Royal Plaza Cinema 2:15pm; Rampage (2D) 5pm; Mohanlal (Malayalam) Palace (3): Avengers: Across: 1 Footpad; 5 Stamped; 9 Down: 1 Foundress; 2 Outline; Avengers: Infinity War (2D) Infinity War (2D) 2pm; Utter; 10 Ascertain; 11 Driers; 12 3 Portroyal; 4 Dead; 5 Second- 2:15pm; The Big Bad Fox Intended; 14 Every; 15 Inherited; hand; 6 Agree; 7 Plaudit; 8 7pm; Finding Your Feet (2D) And The Other Tales (2D) Mohanlal (Malayalam) 18 Singleton; 20 Under; 22 Dined; 13 Bitter blow; 16 Rough 9:45pm; Backstabbing For 5:15pm; Avengers: Infinity 4:30pm; Backstabbing For Registry; 24 Shaped; idea; 17 Dark deeds; 19 Nigeria; Beginners (2D) 11:45pm. War (2D) 7pm; Truth Or Beginners (2D) 7:30pm; 26 Tarpaulin; 27 Drove; 28 21 Deplore; 22 Rates; 23 Stall; 25 Landmark Cinema (1): Dare (2D) 9:30pm; Truth Or Finding Your Feet (2D) Swallow; 29 Players. Snap. The Big Bad Fox And The Dare (2D) 11:30pm. 9:30pm; Truth Or Dare (2D) Other Tales (2D) 2:30pm; Royal Plaza Cinema 11:30pm;. 14 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE/HOROSCOPE Experts suggest experimenting with bright things this summer

his summer, let your clothes season include side striped bottoms and speak your mind and add popper pants. bright hues to your wardrobe to make a fashionable z For a more ethereal look, you can statement, say experts. choose pretty summer dresses in pastel TPrernaa Lohiya, Marketing Manager, hues as well. French Connection, and Samantha Chilton, Head of Design KOOVS, list z The new hot colour for the summer some fashion trends to look out for: is green and this can be seen in the form of fl orals, solids and patterns. z With summer setting in, this season is all about bright things and z It is also that time of the season their self-expression. Shades of red, when Bohemian grunge and festival bordeaux, pink and yellow are the key dressing is popular including details like emanating colours along with core studding, lace inserts and broderie. summer essentials like white and blue that build foundations of the wardrobe. z Men can add an element of exploration, with utility and military z Fun and message driven slogan accents. Also this season it’s all about T-shirts that speak your mind, some the prints; from contrasting resort core checkered shirts and athleisure fl orals to neon camo and digital inspired look for men are big this oversized sleeveless shirts. season. For women, soft fl orals and fashion infused athleisure is here to z For layering, denim works stay. wonders in summer and one can pick an embroidered denim jacket to layer a z Some of the other trends this look with clean slip ons. — IANS

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

Don’t be surprised if you have a desire to redecorate. The celestial energies Be sure to answer all phone calls and open all letters and e-mails today, Just as a watched pot never boils, so, too, do anxiously awaited checks or have put you in the mood to rearrange your house a bit. Take care to not Taurus. You’re likely to receive some interesting news. You might get word letters refuse to arrive in the mail, Gemini. Beyond double-checking that go overboard, Aries. You have a tendency to turn little projects into big from a former boss that you’d be perfect for a new position opening up the person or company has your correct address, there isn’t much you ones. For now, content yourself with buying some flowering plants and in his or her off ice. Or perhaps an old friend makes tentative inquiries can do but continue to wait. Trust that it will arrive shortly, and then your perhaps new area rugs and throw pillows. Leave the kitchen and bath about renewing old bonds. Your eyebrows will rise in surprise at least once financial diff iculties will be behind you. renovations for later. during this day. Expect the unexpected! CANCER LEO VIRGO June 21 — July 22 July 23 — August 22 August 23 — September 22

No doubt you’re feeling attractive and passionate today, Cancer. Don’t As you get older, you’re drawn more and more to spiritual matters, Leo. Don’t hesitate to try something new today, Virgo. If you’ve thought about be surprised if a former friend gets in touch with you. The attention is It isn’t so much that you’re embracing any particular religion, more that joining a book club or taking a class, do it today! You’re likely to meet some flattering, to be sure, but you’re unlikely to have any desire to pursue the you’re quite curious about the supernatural and some of the ancient interesting people and enter a new social world. You might be tentative relationship. You’re happy with what you have right now. And as they say, arts. Take some time today to visit the library or bookstore and do some at first, but you’ll find the group warm, friendly, and eager for your input. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” reading on the subject. You might want to form a study group with other You’ll talk like old friends by the end of the second meeting. This is just the like-minded individuals. infusion of fun you need! LIBRA SCORPIO SAGITTARIUS September 23 — October 22 October 23 — November 21 November 22 — December 21

You’re likely to feel optimistic and enthusiastic about life today, Libra. You Today is full of possibilities, Scorpio. You could fall in love at first sight, or You’re looking beautiful and feeling passionate, Sagittarius. If only your might also feel especially content, a feeling you haven’t experienced for a at least meet someone who captures your interest! You should be feeling passions could be reciprocated! Even though there may not be anyone while now! Why not plan a engaging evening with your loved one? Don’t especially loving, passionate, and eager to devote yourself to a worthy special in your life right now, that’s no reason to not treat yourself well. hesitate to talk about your travel dreams over dinner. You never know, he cause or creative activity. Don’t expect everything to fall into place right Go out for a nice meal or, better yet, order take-out and dine at home, or she just might share your dream. Before you know it, the two of you away. You could hit a few obstacles, but the ultimate result will be worth complete with music, candles, and your finest china. You should appreciate could be winging your way to exotic lands. the bumps along the way. yourself even if no one else does at the moment. CAPRICORN AQUARIUS PISCES December 22 — January 19 January 20 — February 18 February 19 — March 20

This could be a frustrating day in the friendship department, Capricorn. You have certainly felt better than you do today, Aquarius. We’ll pause You could be feeling playful today, Pisces. Your friend will certainly Communication is blocked at all levels. You’re anxious to speak with your here while you go and fetch the aspirin. The stomachache and headache appreciate your fun-loving mood. Why not plan a fun day together doing loved one, but simply can’t reach him or her. Perhaps, the phone system are simply the result of recent overindulgence. Don’t worry – you’ll be fit something other than your usual routine? Rather than dinner and a is malfunctioning or e-mail is acting up. You feel as though the Universe as a fiddle by tomorrow morning. Next time someone off ers you multiple movie, how about lunch and a visit to a museum or art gallery? You have is conspiring against you. Take heart. Your friend will contact you soon helpings of food, however, you might want to consider politely declining! both been working very hard lately. Your relationship will benefit from an enough. injection of spontaneity. Friday, April 27, 2018 GULF TIMES 15 SHOWBIZ COMMUNITY

Mia Farrow didn’t want daughter to speak out on abuse allegation ‘Filmmakers in India are at Mia Farrow admits she initially hoped her daughter would stay silent about the alleged abuse she suff ered from her adoptive father, Woody Allen. Farrow, 73, says her daughter Dylan was “so the mercy of moral police’ brave” to come forward with her story, even though the actress says she “didn’t really want her to” at the time. “I just wanted it all to go away,” Farrow told By Kishori Sud Variety. “I did not want to resurrect — it was a horrible chapter for all of us, but I also understood and respected that she needed to do that and she e wove a fi lm, Unfreedom, wanted to be part of the Me Too movement and with lovemaking scenes, have her voice heard.” depicting lesbian relationships, Allen is accused of molesting Dylan — who Islamophobia and religious the director adopted during his relationship with fundamentalism, and it was Farrow, who had adopted her as a baby — in 1992 bannedH by the Indian censor board in 2015. when she was 7 years old. Indian-American fi lmmaker Raj Amit Kumar The allegation was investigated by Connecticut is appalled by the lack of freedom fi lmmakers offi cials and a prosecutor found probable cause to have in India and wonders how much self- press charges, but charges were never fi led against censorship they have to do in the face of the Allen. industry’s “moral police”. Allen, 82, has denied the allegation for years. The censor board’s reason for keeping Dylan, now 32, came forward with her claims Unfreedom away from the big screen was the against Allen for the fi rst time publicly in 2014 fear that the fi lm would “ignite unnatural with a written letter published by The New York passions and incite rapes and communal CLARION CALL: “The censor board (as an) institution needs to be abolished and thrown in Times. violence in India”. However, now the movie the garbage,” says Raj Amit Kumar. She has reiterated her allegation multiple times has an avenue to reach audiences on online since, and wrote a piece for the Los Angeles Times streaming giant Netfl ix. A campaign was also run by the makers to be put in the job of censoring, and them last year questioning why Allen has been “spared” When the Central Board of Film for a year during which they did around not doing that job? The existence of that job during the #MeToo movement. Certifi cation (CBFC), then led by Pahlaj 100 screenings of the fi lm in India and in itself is wrong, no matter who does it and at Farrow, who spoke to Variety at the Time 100 Nihalani, banned the fi lm, the fi rst thought the US, among other countries. Following what levels of leniency,” he added. gala on Tuesday, told the outlet she’s “so proud” of that came to Kumar’s mind was: “How will I this, the fi lm was released internationally Can platforms like Netfl ix, which are her daughter for speaking out. make my cinema in India?” by Netfl ix. devoid of censorship, be called a boon for the Several cast members from Allen’s upcoming “It hit me hard: How much of self- After Nihalani was replaced by Prasoon cinema lover? fi lm A Rainy Day in New York — Timothee censorship Indian fi lmmakers must be Joshi as CBFC Chairman, did Kumar try to “By boon, if you simply mean helpful, Chalamet, Rebecca Hall and Griffi n Newman — involved in so they do not have to face this. get a censor certifi cate again? then yes. Something is better than nothing. each vowed to donate their salaries from the movie We do not even have a basic human right to “No, I did not,” said Kumar. But by boon, if you mean a Godsend, a to charities supporting women. freedom of speech and expression in India He believes that the idea that a new jury blessing, an alternative, then, no,” said Multiple actors, meanwhile, have recently when it comes to cinema! or a new chair will bring any change to Kumar. said they won’t work with Allen again, including “Is that how we should keep making fi lms censorship in India is “only laughable”. “Regardless of people being able to see Michael Caine, Colin Firth and Mira Sorvino. in India — that we should fi rst think what “It is ridiculous to frame censorship in it online, the key question is still that we Farrow said Tuesday it’s “up to the individual” the censor board will approve and our fi lms India like that and hope for ‘improvements’ should not see anything as an alternative to to decide if they want to work with Allen. should be limited to those boundaries? It (when people in the board change)... It is freedom of expression. It’s the most basic “It doesn’t aff ect me one way or the other,” she became very clear how subservient Indian all ridiculous and a sham that is against our human right that we need to have, and we told Variety, saying she never had “strong feelings fi lmmakers have been to the moral police of basic human right of freedom of expression,” should not divert our attention from that,” about that.” Indian cinema for seven decades,” he added. he said. he added. “I think I would if it was a dear friend, I don’t Last year, the fi lm was under review by Kumar believes that, at this point, the very “You can’t come and say, hey look, you think a dear friend would do that because they CBFC, which wanted Kumar to cut crucial existence of the censor board needs to be have freedom of expression on Netfl ix but would know what the family has been through and elements from the movie in order to be addressed. not in cinema theatres”. what he did there, but for other people I just don’t shown to the Indian public. “Not that the people in it should be Besides the critically lauded actor Adil expect that they know or care.” — New York Daily Later, Kumar appealed to the Film changed, but the censor board (as an) Hussain, the fi lm also features veteran actor News/TNS Certifi cation Appellate Tribunal (FCAT), institution needs to be abolished and thrown Victor Bannerjee, Bhavani Lee, Preeti Gupta which too banned the fi lm. in the garbage. How can you expect someone and Bhanu Uday. — IANS

Why associate pleasure seriously, Kalki said: “I really enjoy with sin, questions Kalki being on stage... generally, being in the theatre and being on stage in Actress Kalki Koechlin wonders front of a live audience is the moment why people associate pleasure with when I am most present, when I am sin. not thinking about anything else and Kalki said this whilst launching that for me is pleasure... to be in the jewellery designer Farah Khan’s moment.” MagnumXFarahKhan Collection, Her upcoming fi lm includes Gully inspired by ice cream brand Boy, about street rappers in Mumbai. Magnum’s idea of Taking Pleasure “It’s about Dharavi slum rapping. Seriously in Mumbai. Some of the rappers including Divine, The actress, the muse of the line, Naezy and Kaam Bhari have written was asked what she prefers in life — some amazing lyrics for the fi lm. ‘pleasure seriously or secret sins’. Ranveer Singh is playing a rapper She said: “I don’t know why in the fi lm and I am playing music people associate pleasure with sin. producer who helps him in one of the I think pleasure should be taken songs in it. Alia Bhatt is also in the seriously and celebrated. I think you fi lm and the fi lm will be out early next can’t give pleasure if you don’t take year,” Kalki said. pleasure, so it’s a very important The musical drama, releasing on part of life.” February 14 next year, is directed by On the one pleasure that she takes Zoya Akhtar. — IANS

BAFFLED: Kalki Koechlin. 16 GULF TIMES Friday, April 27, 2018 COMMUNITY

Emma Mogensen Nayab Rana Kholoud al-Shiba Afif Haitsam GU-Q seniors reflect on four years of learning or Georgetown University and re-evaluate certain views and of events, from Palestinian cultural be pushed to learn more about Rana also participated in GU-Q’s in Qatar’s (GU-Q) Class beliefs I have, and in doing so has evenings to lectures by notable yourself and how you manage your Zones of Confl ict, Zones of Peace of 2018, the future made me more well-informed in academics. time. I’ve learnt a lot from that.” programme, which takes students starts next week. With why I hold these views and beliefs One of the clubs al-Shiba was In addition to her studies, to zones of ethnic, political, social, their last classes behind in the fi rst place.” part of is the student-to-student Mogensen worked as a research and religious confl ict. This year, Fthem, they are now preparing During his time at GU-Q, dialogue club, which organises assistant at GU-Q’s Center for students visited Tokyo, Hiroshima, for the university’s traditional Haitsam was involved in many video calls with students in International and Regional Studies, and Nagasaki to study the commencement ceremony, where facets of student life. He was confl ict zones, such as Gaza. where she conducted research on aftermath of the atomic bombing they will be awarded their Bachelor vice president of the Georgetown “It’s one of the best experiences international migration, a fi eld and better understand the process of Science in Foreign Service Business Society, in addition to I’ve had at Georgetown. We talk she would like to be involved with of reconciliation. degree. serving as a member of the Middle about topics that we choose, from in the future. “Working there, “It was this moment to see that Afi f Haitsam, Kholoud al-Shiba, East Studies Students Association hobbies to resistance,” she said. and especially the kind of work what we learn about in classes Emma Mogensen, and Nayab Rana (MESSA), and helping to organise “We got to talk to them about that they do. I found it really actually applies to the real world,” are members of the tenth class its annual research conference. their experiences, and what they interesting,” she said. “It’s opened Rana explained. “Standing there, to graduate from GU-Q since the “Given that the conference is thought about our involvement. up research as a possibility for me.” on ground zero where the bomb university opened its doors in Doha wholly student-run, the experience Where else would I get to have Rana explained that educational was dropped… I’d been studying in 2005. They will join the ranks of hosting the conference truly put that experience to ask certain enrichment programmes and this for a year and a half, I’d been of some 440 GU-Q alumni, who our leadership, time-management, questions?” involvement on and off campus talking about it since elementary are now leading diverse careers in and communication skills to Mogensen, who majored in activities was a key part of her school. Talking to people there industries including energy, health, the test,” he said. “As a team, we International History, explained time at GU-Q. The International who were part of the actual event law, fi nance, media, and foreign contacted universities from all that while she has a range of Politics major was the captain of was one of the most mind-blowing aff airs. around the world and facilitated interests, her time as a student the basketball team and served as things. It was surreal.” Haitsam recalls starting his fi rst all of the communication between taught her how to prioritise and secretary-general of the Model The students graduate next year at GU-Q, and being told by the participants and the organisers. focus on what was most important United Nations (MUN) for the last week with the same internationally his father that the university would I am proud to say that we had the to her. two years. recognised degree as those on change the way he thinks. “Over most submission MESSA has ever “I think my experience at “MUN is one of the ways I feel Georgetown’s main campus in the past four years, my experience received to date!” Georgetown has been challenging, you can get this information to the Washington, D.C. The unique, at Georgetown has defi nitely For Kholoud al-Shiba, both in the ways I expected but also younger population. You don’t have interdisciplinary programme transformed the way I think,” he who majored in International in ways I completely didn’t expect,” to major in international politics, prepares them to tackle the most said. “However, this doesn’t mean Economics, her time at Georgetown she said. “You go in knowing the but you should know what’s important and pressing global that I have changed my views also presented many opportunities academics are going to be diffi cult. going on in the world,” she said. issues by helping them develop and beliefs. Rather, the liberal to learn inside and outside the But you’re going to be pushed in “Regardless of what occupation critical thinking, analytic, and arts education at Georgetown classroom. Over the last two years, terms of social life, and extra- you go into... As a citizen of the communication skills within an has allowed me to think critically she has helped organise a number curriculars, and you’re going to world, that’s your responsibility.” international context.