MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2016 MARKETPLACEMARKE | 6 HEALTH | 9 BOLLYWOOD | 10 GU-QG launches Avocado extract in Force 2: eexecutivexecut course on food may prevent Furiously ggloball markets bacterial illness forceful Email: [email protected] P | 2-3 Make your house BEFORE THE comfortable and more efficient, and save a little bit of money before the WINTER winter chill comes. 02 COVER STORY MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2016 Fix your home before the seasonal chill takes hold to $60 in products can go a long way in improving your home’s energy efficiency. “Clay caulking rope is inexpen- sive and can be stuck in the gaps where window sashes meet the frame and can be removed in the spring without damaging the fin- ish,” Manfredini said. “Removable caulking like Zip-A-Way is the modern version of this and can be Brenda Richardson fireplace dampers, ceiling-to-wall doors, and you seal those drafts, you applied and peeled away as well.” The Washington Post joints, gaps around light fixtures, can increase the energy efficiency Weather seals on doors can pipes leading outside and electri- of those openings by up to 70 per- deteriorate over time. Seal gaps very year you tell your- cal outlets on exterior walls. cent, saving you real dollars on with weather stripping and install self things will be Sealing drafts and adding insu- what it costs you to heat your home. door sweeps along the bottom of different. You’ll actually lation are key to improving the You’ll be more comfortable, too,” exterior doors. start winterising your comfort of your home and reduc- said Lou Manfredini, Ace Hard- Check under sinks and in the home ahead of time. But ing your energy bill. ware’s home expert. basement for gaps around pipes. Fill Eyou procrastinate and end up curl- “If you have drafty windows and A small investment of about $50 them with an insulating foam ing up in a fleece blanket once again sealant. when the thermometer dips. Installing foam seals around Now is the time to look around electrical outlets and switch plates your home, determine the spots is a quick and inexpensive way to where it may be vulnerable and block cold air as long as you take take steps to fix them before the the proper safety precautions. first cold snap. Poorly insulated attics are a Here’s how you can make your major source of heat loss. When home comfortable and more effi- heat escapes from the top of your cient this winter, and save a little home, it never makes it into the bit of money: rooms that need it. According to EnergyStar.gov, Sealing drafts: If you added up your home might benefit from attic all the air leaks, holes and gaps in air sealing and insulation if it expe- a typical home’s envelope, it would riences any of these problems in the be the same as having a window winter: drafty rooms, uneven tem- open every day of the year, accord- perature between rooms, high ing to EnergyStar.gov, the heating bills, dust, dry indoor air Environmental Protection Agency’s and ice dams, which form when website. Cold air can sneak into water from melting snow freezes your house through a variety of at the edge of your roofline. The energy-hogging openings, includ- water can back up under shingles ing doors, windows, attic hatches, and leak into your home. MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2016 COVER STORY 03 efficiency, open south-facing shades and drapes on sunny days and close them after dusk. Shrink-to-fit plastic wrap is an easy and effective option for reduc- ing air leakage or infiltration. “Plastic window kits, while not the most attractive, do an excellent job of sealing out drafts at windows and even patio doors,” Manfredini said. Chimney: Make sure the chim- ney is clean and in good repair before you fire up the wood logs. Jordan Whitt, spokesman for the Chimney Safety Institute of Amer- ica (CSIA), said homeowners should have chimneys regularly checked and cleaned by a chimney sweep certified by CSIA to reduce the risk of chimney fires. An annual inspec- tion can identify any potential hazards inside the flue such as cracks, creosote buildup or venting problems. “There are a lot of reasons that addressed. For example, adding Pleated cellular shades and curtain Energy audit: An energy audit ice dams can occur,” Manfredini more insulation to an attic space panels with interlinings harness the can pinpoint trouble spots. Many said. “Mother Nature is a huge cause. will have a positive effect.” warmth of the sun. Look for insu- power companies offer a free home But lack of insulation in the attic, lating shades that feature several energy assessment to give home- poor ventilation and roof orienta- Windows: If new windows are layers of fiber batting and sealed owners ideas on how to save money. tion, typically the north side of the not an option, make existing win- edges. Shades should be mounted A fee-based, professional audit goes roof, will contribute to ice damming. dows more efficient with window close to the glass to establish a into a more in-depth analysis of Most of these factors can be treatments that block heat loss. sealed airspace. For greater your home’s energy use. 04 CAMPUS MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2016 PS-Modern Indian School (DPS-MIS) hosted the DPS-MIS organises TEDxYOUTH Dsecond edition of TEDx- Youth@DPSMIS continuing the tradition of TEDx that its stu- dents pioneered 2015. Conceptualised and delivered entirely by students, DPS-MIS was one of the few schools to host such an event advocating ideas that provoked thought in the youth. The event featured Dennise ANN, a 14-year-old student who presented her idea “The Theory of Numeric worth”. The second speaker was Hamad Al Amari, a standup comedian and entrepre- neur. Layla Al Siyabi, Fashion blogger and empowerment advocate was the third speaker. The penultimate speaker was famous photographer and avid traveller Lubaib Gaizira. election process began a week ago members. Excitement rose as the rules, punctuality, self-discipline, TNG student where eight candidatesstood for most anticipated moment arrived. appropriate uniform, good behav- the positions. Students chanted the names of iour at all times and achieving Candidates canvassed enthu- their favourite leaders as Vanessa academic excellence at a positive leaders siastically where the school announced names of the Head rate”. witnessed activities in the form of boy, Head girland the respective She emphasised that the stu- speeches, posters and pamphlets. deputies for session 2016-17. dent leadership body are trusted elected They visited students in each class The newly elected leaders to maintain the ethos of the school. and spoke about voicing student were then called upon the stage Student Council members will concerns and playing an impor- to take their oath of duties.CEO assist in the day to day school defining day for the tant role in the school Shagufta Bakali conferred sashes activities and ensure discipline on students where they environment. The ceremony on the newly elected members of the ground. have the right to vote began with the recitation of verses student council. The elected leaders pledged for their student lead- from the Holy Quran. Students She then briefed the student to stand by the school regulations, ers, The Next cheered excitedly as the voting leaders of their respective roles contribute to the welfare of the AGeneration School (TNG) organ- results were announced by school and duties and addressed theau- students and display exemplary ised an oath taking ceremony in coordinator Ms Vanessa dience, “TNG leaders are expected leadership skills. its three campuse selecting head Baritogo. to be positive role models and set The ceremony was organised girl, head boy, deputies and stu- The first session began with good example for other students with equal enthusiasm at the TNG dent council members. The announcing the student council through compliance with school primary school in Ain Khalid and TNG preparatory school in Al Wakra. Head boy, Head girl, dep- uties and student council members were honoured with sashes by Principal Qudsia Asad. The election process is organ- ised in The Next Generation School every year to allow stu- dents to participate in the leadership roles so that they get the opportunity to experience responsibilities which enables in strong character building and instill leadership skills. MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2016 COMMUNITY 05 Q-Chem staff donates blood in collaboration with HMC t was wonderful to witness the warmth of human spirit at the Qatar Chemical Com- pany (Q-Chem) blood donation day which was Iconducted recently. So many employees who came forward to give blood that will help save the lives of men, women and children the donors will never know. The noble act of giving blood made for a fun and busy day in the Q-Chem clinic at Mesaieed plant. The HMC staff stayed late to allow everyone who wanted to partici- pate to give blood. We successfully collected 43 units. The blood units collected has the potential to pro- vide 129 lifesaving units. Q-Chem’s Chief Executive with HMC’s Blood Donation Unit patients who need blood on daily social bonds.” Officer Saad Rashid Al Mohannadi due to its significant important role basis.” He added that “this step was Q-Chem would like to thank said: “This campaign is in line with in increasing blood storage which, a part of Q-Chem’s social respon- Hamad Blood Donation Unit and the company’s strategic goals and in turn, will contribute to alleviate sibility, it’s commitment to good everyone who participated in this we are proud of the cooperating the suffering of a large number of citizenship and enhancements of noble cause.