OCT 2016 Happy Birthday Tempo!!

P.11 The Magic of M.I.A.

Contents

Artists 11 Album Spotlight 13 Music News 24 Shutterbug ADP FEATURES 05 7 Years of Tempo 16 Yaya Han 29 Notes & Cyberchatter

FOODIES 19 The Epicurean

GUIDES 09 In the Cinemas 10 Tempo Top 10 Songs 12 Tempo Events / People Calendar

MOVERS 04 The Ed 05 Life Hacks 25 Youth Talk / Parental Guide 29 Being Happy

SOCIAL

06 Tweets for Thought 07 Instafame 08 Trending In Youtube

STORYTELLERS 06 A Thousand Faces 22 Tempo Talks Books / Librarian’s Lounge 23 Flash Fiction 28 Saif and Sound 30 Time Capsule

STYLEMAKERS

14 Blueprint

TECHIES

20 Game Hedz

TEMPO GROUP: CONTRIBUTORS:

MANAGING EDITOR DESIGN & LAYOUT Aysha Al Hamrani Heather Long Vandevoorde Noelle Pope-George Tomi Adetayo Sana Bagersh Shuhaib Shihabudheen Blakniss Jae Franklin Sana Ashraf Vanessa Middleton EDITORIAL COORDINATOR web developer Neil Bie Rasha Yousif Denise Schnitzer Lana Nasser Siobhan Ali Vera Rosales DJ Saif Nikith Nath Shahid Saeed Wafaa Al Maashani EDITORIAL ASSISTANT DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR Arvin Z. Navarro Melaku Muluneh Dorian Rogers Nilofer Safdar Supriya Kamath

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MEDIA LICENCE NO. 1/105866/24295 4 www.feelyourtempo.com The Editor’s Note

At Tempo, our sense of purpose defines us and so does our belief in the power of great ideas.

gum... seven years to establish a good space that nurtures startups and new credit record, and... seven years to entrepreneurs. master a new skill! Other community projects we support For us at Tempo seven is a pretty are MomX and MomPreneurs, a special number. That’s how long it networking support group for moms took us to reach out to community, venturing into the business world, learn about you, and to make new to Abu Dhabi Pearls, an initiative friends. We have enjoyed connecting that builds leadership in young girls, with dreamers, doers, artists, builders, AmCham’s Arts and Culture Committee writers, creators, motivators, shapers, which encourages collaborations in the entrepreneurs, innovators and arts , the Green’s Sheikh’s Eco-Drive, change agents... the Global Compassion Games, Camp Imagination for kids, and Project Math We have indeed evolved together. and Coding. The list grows, and so does We’ve seen through our pages the our belief in the power of great ideas to birth of new ideas, new initiatives and positively impact communities. cool innovations. And as Tempo moves forward into a new year we seek to At Tempo, our sense of purpose defines enrich the world around us, through us. So please share your ideas, your It’s been seven years since we content that focuses on people and on comments and your inspiration with us. published our very first issue. S the creation of value partnerships that We look forward to another cool year even years! support the community. We support of being part of the rhythm of your life. The Smovies, the coolest short film Depending on your perspective, seven competition in the land that identifies I take this opportunity to thank all years may sound like a lifetime or seven and promotes new filmmakers, we of our readers, our contributors, our years may appear to pass by like a are committed to Tamakkan, an advertisers, our partners, our team - blink of the eye! To put seven years into entrepreneurship platform established and all of those who have accepted us perspective, they say it takes seven in 2009 that offers free monthly into their hearts and their homes! years to grow completely new skin... seminars to SMEs, and we offer support seven years for you to digest swallowed to LaunchPad, an exciting creative Spread peace + kindness.

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Happy Birthday Tempo!

This month we celebrate Tempo in its seventh birthday! We take a look back at our stories of the last seven years to see how much we have all grown together!

To all our readers and contributors, we say thank you for being part of our magnificent journey. 6 www.feelyourtempo.com

A thousand faces By Tomi Adetayo | [email protected] HOW A BAND WAS BORN, AND ITS CONTINUING JOURNEY 2007, I moved to Dubai and four years later Records. From piano to strings, guitar to I met Sebrina Riley. We jammed together percussion, the darbukah to the oud and and it sounded great. Shortly after, a friend even the trumpet, I aimed to bridge the recommended us to perform at what traditional and the oriental in a rich full- was then one of the very few platforms bodied symphonic pop music piece. The available to show-case Dubai-based album will be released around October musicians, Sikka Art Fair, and with that -November 2016. began ‘As Per Casper’. Our song ‘I Won’t Fall’, co-written and composed by Sebrina “In November 2015, I wrote, composed, and myself, was featured in the first-ever sang, and produced the album “Sing compilation album of artists in the UAE ‘n’ Learn” for Baby Arabia; an album titled ‘Sikka Score Vol. 1’. comprised of 16 Arabic nursery jingles to support a children’s language program The Story of ‘As Per Casper’ that offers a series of classes devoted to “I am Syrian-Palestinian and Sebrina is the child’s learning of other languages English with Jamaican roots. She used to through music and art. By August 2015, call me ‘Casper’ because she thought I was the band had been formed. Wadeeah the whitest Arab she had ever met. That had moved to Dubai from Bahrain and nickname spread and I am called Casper was looking for a band to play the guitar, till today by many of my friends. As for the Zachary had also recently moved to ‘As Per’, it was suggested by a good friend Dubai from Nashville, and is an amazing On the guitar - Wadeeah Almeshkhas | Middle sitting - Carla Saad | Man standing - Zachiah Darrow or ours and with that ‘As Per Casper’ was Cajon player, Moustafa had recently born. Eventually, we added new members moved back to Dubai from New York and Hassam, who had been a very close friend Musicians all have their own unique story “I decided to take up the guitar but to the band; Rita, who played many throughout the last couple of years, took to tell - and with the infancy stages of three weeks into it I realized that at 14, I instruments professionally, Rushdi on guitar up bass. the growing music scene here in the UAE, lacked the patience to learn ‘notes’. I did and Sam on drums. We performed again there’s a diverse mix of voices waiting however learn how to generate sound out at the Sikka Art Fair in 2013. Our set list “I’d like to give special thanks to the to be heard. One of those is Carla Saad, of a guitar as well as the theory behind comprised of covers as well as songs that music platforms that supported us, who shares her inspiring story as a young playing chords. I performed for the first Sebrina had written. Again, we managed including Go Play The World, The musician and the roots of her band time ever at my school talent show. The to resurrect As Per Casper’s name in the Sound Garden, Freshly Ground Sounds, “As Per Casper”. song was Bryan Adam’s ‘Everything I do’. I music scene. Sadly, shortly after, Rita had to sang whilst playing the guitar and I wasn’t leave Dubai and Sebrina decided to pursue Vibe Series, Metronome, White Cube, and DubaiEye 103.8. They created “My name is Carla Saad. As a child, music nervous. It felt so right. The performance a solo singing career and with that As Per went well and feedback was an affirmation Casper was down to one person; me. By opportunities for us to showcase our work was the only way my mother could keep and helped As Per Casper become one of me entertained. I sat for hours every day that ‘I can actually sing and it Sikka 2014, I was a solo act collaborating sounds good.’ with different musicians, singing covers as the most exciting talents in UAE’s arts watching a Betamax of Lionel Ritchie’s scene today.” music videos; ‘Hello’, ‘All Night Long’, ‘Say well as songs I had written. you, say me’ etc. By 4, I had most of the “During my first year of university in songs memorized and I turned towards Lebanon, I formed a band with a friend “I began producing my album ‘Hit The and her younger sister. For four years Ground’ which contains eight songs that I Catch the latest from legends like Mariah Carey and As Per Casper here: Janet Jackson. we participated in every university wrote, composed and sang on; produced performance under the ‘Music Club’. In by Joshua F. Williams at RecordPro

tweets for thought

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Haj Musa Zaid’s daughter. 06.03.2016 | (day i ate a Youtube: https://t.co/ I’m Adam. I’m 23. Lucy’s mom, Comic, good roast chiken) Xw3qRGIOzw Much LOVE to #CDKO Hate the tweet Snapchat: Thomas_Sanders #ADOOMYGANG :) not the typo. RTs are NOT Business: SandersRTP@ IG: @ adamsaleh gmail.com https://t.co/ endorsements half of them I blink one eye at a Always be HONEST are insulting me. z1hKO6CPEK time so i can always and BE YOU! Don’t I know it sounds like see the haters Don’t you dare lie to impress kids screaming, “SHE coming. bad-mouth yourself others or to fit STARTED IT!” but in front of me, I will in… Especially if if you troll and get throw so much love it’s something whack-a-moled, YOU at you!!! Don’t even started it :) like Drake’s your try me! cousin lol.

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now showing this month Tempo’s movie buffs came together and discovered this month’s latest flicks in the Gulf.

JACK REACHER: NEVER GO BACK INFERNO GENRE: Action, Crime GENRE: Mystery, Thriller TEMPO PREDICTION: TEMPO PREDICTION: On the run from the law due to a 16-year homicide charge, Robert Langdon suddenly awakens in an Italian hospital Jack Reacher must discover the secret behind a major with no recollection of the past few days. When he government conspiracy to clear his name. However, an becomes the target of a major manhunt, he must team unexpected secret from his own past returns to haunt him, up with Dr. Sienna Brooks and use his knowledge of and this could have dire consequences. symbology to regain his freedom and lost memories - all while racing against the clock to stop a deadly global plot. THE GOSSIP: This is the fourth installment of a successful series where Tom Cruise plays a character named “Jack,” THE GOSSIP: Although Tom Hanks is a major influence in after Legend (1985), Oblivion (2013), and Jack Reacher the film industry, this will be the first time he will feature in (2012). a live-action 3D movie. Directed by: Edward Zwick Directed by: Ron Howard Cast: Tom Cruise, Cobie Smulders, Robert Knepper Cast: Tom Hanks, Ben Foster, Felicity Jones

THE ACCOUNTANT THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN GENRE: Crime, Drama, Thriller GENRE: Mystery, Thriller TEMPO PREDICTION: TEMPO PREDICTION: Every day, Rachel Watson takes the train to work, and Behind the cover of a small-town CPA office, Christian every day she sees the house her husband still lives in Wolff, a man who prefers numbers over people, works as with his new wife and child. Rachel begins to construct an accountant for many dangerous criminal organizations. fantasies of the perfect life of a perfect couple, using the When the Treasury Department’s Crime Enforcement neighbours Megan and Scott Hipwell. One day while on the Division starts to catch on, Christian decides to take on a train, she sees something shocking unfold at the company which discovers a million-dollar discrepancy. Hipwell residence. THE GOSSIP: This is the second film in which Anna Kendrick THE GOSSIP: Margot Robbie was considered for the and J.K Simmons have starred together. role of Megan.

Directed by: Gavin O’Conner Directed by: Tate Taylor Cast: Ben Affleck, Anna Kendrick, Jon Bernthal Cast: Emily Blunt, Hayley Bennett, Rebecca Ferguson

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tempo reviews Latest Film Reviews and Blu-Ray Releases By NOELLE POPE-GEORGE

The Secret Life of Pets CATCH IT ON BLU-RAY: The Conjuring 2 Max (voiced by Louis CK) is a loyal Its predecessors were loved by horror little dog who loves his owner Katie movie buffs across the globe, but the (Ellie Kemper) as a dog should. But latest addition to The Conjuring series when Katie brings home a massive has taken a rather different route from street mutt named Duke (Eric The Conjuring (2013) or Annabelle Stonestreet) things get a little tense (2014). Following up on the strange between the two canines. Duke wants and unexplainable cases covered by Ed a home, but Max is jealous of Katie and Lorraine Warren, the film follows giving all her affection to Duke. the story of a lower income English Before long, the two get into a scrap family: single mother Peggy Hodgson that leads to them getting lost in the (played by Frances O’Conner) with her bustling streets of New York City on three rambunctious children of varying the run from animal control and from a ages. When Janet Hodgson (Madison crazy rabbit who hates pet ownership. Wolfe), the middle child of the family, Against all odds, the two must find begins seeing unusual apparitions and their way back home before Katie gets hearing a sinister voice demanding her back to see her dogs gone. and her family to leave, even the police are helpless in explaining the source of Do your kids love cute animals going the vengeful spirit. on fun adventures? Are you curious about how the world appears in the Hearing of this unfortunate family, mind of your pet? Then you’ll definitely Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine want to check this movie out. You’ll Warren (Vera Farmiga) decide to fly to find many dogs, a fat cat who can’t be England to assist them in ridding their bothered to care about anything, and a home of an angry poltergeist. While hawk struggling with his predatory instincts. All ages will enjoy this film. The Conjuring 2 will not give you nightmares (probably a good thing), In fact, seeing this film is well worth the feeling that you may be the it will leave you cheering for the Warrens and the Hodgsons. If you like oldest person in the cinema without children. great characters and an addictive story, then you will enjoy this film. 10 www.feelyourtempo.com

tempo music COMPILed by Vera Rosales

TOP10 The Greatest songs in the uae Blow Your Mind 1 > Sia Feat. Kendrick Lamar 8 > Dua Lipa Lyrics: “Hey, I am the truth, hey, I am the Lyrics: “If you don’t like the way I talk, wisdom of the fallen - I’m the youth…” then why am I on your mind? If you don’t like the way I rock…”

Still Falling for You Sit Still, Look Pretty Trumpets #Wheresthelove > Ellie Goulding > Daya 6 > Sak Noel & Salvi Feat. Sean Paul > Black Eyed Peas Feat. 2 4 9 The World

Lyrics: “Beautiful mind, your heart got Lyrics: : “But I don’t wanna be the puppet Lyrics:: “Serious thing it ain’t no Lyrics: “And to discriminate only a story with mine, your heart got me that you’re playing on a string, this queen comedy, comedy, man them say you are generates hate, and when you hate, then hurting at times, your heart gave me new don’t need a king…” the comedy, comedy…” you’re bound to get irate, madness is what kind of highs…” you demonstrate…”

Perfect Illustion Side to Side Cruel Be As You Are 3 > Lady Gaga 5 > Ariana Grande Feat. Nicki Minaj 7 > Snakehips Feat. Zayn 10 >Mike Posner Lyrics: : “Pressure’s takin’ its toll, stuck in Lyrics: “These friends keep talkin’ way too Lyrics: “And then there’s you, Venus in Lyrics: “There are moments when you the middle zone, I just want you alone…” much, say I should give you up, can’t hear Converse, you put a spell on me…” fall to the ground, but you are stronger them, no…” than you feel you are now…” www.feelyourtempo.com 11 album spotlight By Vera Rosales | @verarosales AIM by M.I.A. Artists these days like to sing about vague concepts of love and hate; the calm and the hype…They take the road where many have blazed and try to redefine themselves. M.I.A. is one of the artists who have succeeded in carving a niche for herself. She is a female rapper of Sri Lankan roots who defies norms by putting out idealistic songs of stunning rhythm.

Proclaimed to be her last album, ‘AIM’ makes that statement too good to be true. The 17-track head banger offers the listener a nice heap of electronic beats mixed with ethnic authenticity while addressing present world issues. Out of the many tracks, here are the ones that have stood out…

‘AIM’ starts off with ‘Borders’, the track focuses on mass population. ‘Go Off’ exudes opposition and rebellion, driven by an assertive melody. ‘Bird Song’ is in two versions; one done by Blaqstarr, and another remixed by Grammy Winner, Diplo. Former Directioner Zayn makes an appearance in M.I.A.’s self- proclaimed, Swagistan, by delivering the smooth chorus for the single, ‘Freedun’. ‘Foreign Friend’ talks about inter-racial relationships and migration, in a song well represented by verses rapped by M.I.A. and a chorus’ complimented by Dexta Daps. ‘Finally’ is a catchy single celebrating individuality and uniqueness, while ‘Visa’ gives you taste of Bollywood groove. ‘Survivor’ speaks of empowerment while ‘The New International Sound’, featuring GENER8ION, uplifts with a perfect blend of vibe, lyrics and rhythms. ‘Platforms’ closes with its laid-back nature and final statement of respect.

‘AIM’ is an album that you won’t see climbing the charts, but a piece of work that will have people talking. This is an album that will undeniably be on DJs’ dashboards and dance groups’ mixes. While ‘AIM’ talks about liberation and breaking cultural barriers, the underlying message is driven by eclectic beats and an upbeat theme.

If you have ever wondered how it feels to have electricity jolt through your veins (figuratively speaking), M.I.A.’s fifth album could be the answer. It’s almost like seeing the Mona Lisa or the Taj Mahal for the first time. But isn’t that how true artistry is supposed to make you feel? 12 www.feelyourtempo.com

TEMPO EVENTS What’s Hot? What’s Cool? Here’s a list of events for the whole family!

Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition people calendar 4-8 October Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Abu Dhabi Karen Gracia Fujisaka Visitors to this high-profile trade event Age: 22 will have the opportunity to purchase Nationality: Argentinian the latest camping, hunting, equestrian Profession: Hotelier at St. Regis, Corniche and weaponry equipment from over 600 brands! The event will also feature a camel Motto: “Karma is Real” auction, saluki beauty contest and lure Random Funny Quote: “Blondes attract but coursing demonstrations, as well as art and brunettes make you fall in love” photography competitions and traditional Instagram: karengf hunting and equestrian activities.

Fiesta de los Muertos 28 October Autism Rocks Arena, Dubai Fiesta De Los Muertos, taking place late October, boasts an onslaught of a mix of established and under-the-radar acts. The Yello brainchild of celebrity producer Diplo, w Brick @ New Y the ‘fiesta’ will feature dancehall-inspired Road electronic music group Major Lazer, Joe Universityork Abu Dhabi Jonas’s offbeat pop project DNCE as well as , the recently reunited English-Canadian group All Saints. Also taking the stage are The O c t o b e r 12 h-15 h Mariachis, while the UAE’s very own dance- pop duo Hollaphonics will be closing the night. Prepare yourself for monstrous beats and a multi-genre musical experience.

Abu Dhabi Swimming Festival

29 October Emirates Palace’s Beach The Abu Dhabi Swimming Festival is back for its 2016 edition. Here’s your chance to join inspiring swimmers Week on the shores of Abu Dhabi’s pristine Emirates Palace beach with none other than Nada Al Bedwawi, the UAE flag-bearer at the Rio Olympics. The popular community event, GITEX @Technology Dubai World Trade Centre O c t o b e r 16 h-20 h sponsored by Daman’s ActiveLife, welcomes all ages and levels.

ARABEX: The Arabian Style Exhibition 31 October – 5 November Al Ain Convention Centre, Al Ain

The fourth ARABEX event, this cultural extravaganza aims to celebrate Arabian culture by showcasing everything that MoxieZ Tamakkan makes Arabia unique: its fashion, arts, Suite #307one @tw BrandMoxie handicrafts and even cuisine. building #6, Park

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music news By Jae Franklin | @jaefranklin Five Fabulous Tracks to Listen and Dance to!

1 Tory Lanez - Luv Seems like everyone is falling in “luv” with the new single from Torey Lanez. This Canadian artist is bringing island flavour to a classic single originally created by popular dancehall duo deejay Tanto Metro and singer Devonte. Lanez flips the track into a club banger that will probably be added to his soon to be released album.

DJ ALLAD

Ask anyone about hip-hop here, and images of Drake, 2 Skrillex & Rick Ross – Rick Ross and dark clubs Purple Lamborghini This song is just as dope as – filled with moonglow it sounds. I can only imagine centered around the the energy produced at the heavy sound of bass studio session where the two – will come to mind. artists created this hip-hop and electronic dance collaboration. They’ll tell you of club- Skrillex’s “Oh My Gosh” magnetic goers sprawled across marks are all over the track while the dance floor, stepping Ross raps engagingly about “Big on each other’s feet, Problem.” “Purple Lamborghini” has been picked up for the bumping shoulders, and Suicide Squad movie soundtrack. waiting for the moment their favourite Fetty Wap song blends seamlessly into the hottest Kanye 4 Drake featuring Rihanna – West single. Too Good “Too Good” is a Caribbean- Today’s hip-hop jams are vital inspired polyrhythm hit with a to the culture: they show how simple beat and lyrics about imperative this genre of music is to neediness and love. What draws the world, and how the changing listeners to this song is its hip-hop scene is as experimental one-liners. This standout track, and international as those easy-to- which features Rihanna, is part digest pop anthems. I’d say that of Drake’s new album Views we’re also seeing the blurring of lines between new R&B and hip- hop. Look at Drake, for instance… isn’t he a “singer” and a rapper? That’s the beauty of music today; artists feel free to explore “their 5 Fetty Wap – Wake Up sound” while collaborating with This song is a dedication to the class of 2016. Its message, others; celebrating each other’s explained by Fetty Wap in a creativity and bridging the gaps 3 D.R.A.M. featuring Lil Yachty – recent social media post, is that exist between them. Broccoli intended for teens who may be The only thing better than eating struggling through school. Fetty In the centre of Abu Dhabi’s club your vegetables is listening to insists that everyone has to find culture you find DJ Allad. Between songs about them. This song what motivates him or her in resident gigs, mentoring aspiring features vocals from rapper Lil life to reach success. The song’s DJs, and curating live sets for Yachty. The bass-heavy trap beat music production is nothing music artists, DJ Allad keeps has a very chirpy piano loop that special, but the track does have himself very busy. DJ Allad took is hard to forget. ”Broccoli” has enough balance of fun and time from his packed schedule to been burning up the international familiarity to keep you dancing music charts, and… it’s a great share the top five club jams: in the club reminder to eat those veggies! 14 www.feelyourtempo.com

Blue Print PHOTOGRAPHY BY NIKITH NATH INSTAGRAM: @NSQUAREDSTUDIOS

Manon Robillard Age: 27 Profession: Accounts Manager at Yes Tag Worldwide Nationality: French

Instagram: minoorobillard Fashion Statement: “Style is the way to say who you are, without hav- ing to speak” Personal style: Street Wear Favourite fashion purchase this month: One t-shirt saying “Fries before Guys” Favourite store: I am new here and still am discovering the malls. Fashion pet peeve: I hate dresses which are too short! :P

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The Coolest Cosplays from a Cosplay Master! Tempo brings you Yaya Han Cosplay master Yaya Han talks about how she started, the challenges she overcame, and her exciting plans. www.feelyourtempo.com 17

TEMPO: Tell us who Yaya Han is. Yaya: I’m a costume designer, cosplayer and model, living and working in the United States. However, I was born in China, and raised in Germany and China, so my personality and work ethic comes from three different cultures. I never imagined I’d pursue Cosplay as a profession, but I really love working for myself, and building an artistic company. TEMPO: How long have you been cosplaying and modeling? Yaya: I discovered Cosplay in 1999, when it was a tiny underground community, and when I was just a n00b kid! The cosplay community I entered was completely hobbyist driven, and I jumped in headfirst as an avid fan - making horrible costumes, and learning all kinds of construction techniques along the way. After a few years of making a lot of costumes, and winning a long list of costuming awards at conventions, I started being asked to do panels and programming as a guest, and I realized that my passion for cosplay turned a hobby into a lifestyle. TEMPO: What’s your creative process like? Yaya: I usually have a huge list of costumes that I want to make, and often it’s a matter of time and the prospect of an event that decides which one I tackle first. I am most efficient when I binge-craft, so often, I won’t leave my house for days, roll from my bed room to my craft room, work all day and night, and roll back to bed. I love experimenting with makeup, and I try to execute my makeup with as much detail Turning your hobby into a business requires original designs. I am also traveling to a lot as my costumes. Makeup is truly a part of a lot of discipline, time management, and of international events in 2016, and have cosplay! non-stop work every day. It is still difficult really enjoyed getting to know the different sometimes for me to juggle all of the cosplay communities so far. I can’t wait TEMPO: Of all the cosplays you’ve done so unpleasant business related tasks such as to come back to the UAE and meet more far which is your favourite? taxes, contracts, and other paper work. But cosplayers in Abu Dhabi during Fun Nation! Yaya: It’s hard to pick favourites because even on my worst day of working for myself, I am happier than working for TEMPO: Any advice you’d like to give to I feel attached to all of the 300 plus aspiring cosplayers? costumes that I’ve made. If you twist my someone else. arm, I’ll name the following: Heartseeker TEMPO: How have people around you Yaya: Cosplay is an art form, and a fan Ashe, League of Legends. It was such a reacted to your success? expression, so find the balance between great design, and I had a blast making the both: have fun with each cosplay you put costume. Another is my Peacock costume Yaya: These days, people are so kind and together, but also enjoy the exploration of - because it was made into a commercial welcoming of my costumes! I just debuted creativity. Take advantage of all the great sewing pattern last year by McCall’s my Pokemon Go Trainer costume, and resources out there, from materials to Patterns! Another is Arkham City Catwoman it’s been so fun to go around with other tutorials. Google and Youtube can teach because I love posing in this costume, and Pokemon Gijinka cosplayers, and to take you just about any technique, and research it’s super comfortable. Selina is such a multi- photos together! The first time you put makes your hands on work so much easier. faceted, fantastic character. Then there’s on a costume is definitely magical, and an Also, remember that anyone can cosplay, Carmilla, Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust: experience worth all of the sleepless nights. and that your body type, skin tone, gender, I loved the total transformation of this and size should not hinder you from costume, and creatively it was the biggest becoming your favourite character. TEMPO: Which fellow cosplayers inspire challenge I encountered at the time. you most? TEMPO: How can people get in touch with you? TEMPO: What were your most, and least, Oh my gosh, there are so many Yaya: Connect with Yaya: www.yayahan.com or expensive cosplays? cosplayers that I admire! I feel so lucky FB: http://facebook.com/yayacosplay Yaya: I don’t think money has any impact on because my travels have led me to meeting the quality of value of a costume. I’ve made some of them in person, and I have even costumes for as little as $20, and as much become friends with them! Kamui Cosplay as $1500. But budgeting and shopping from Germany, Laura Sindall and Cosplex smartly is always key for me, because I from the UK, Ryoko and Rei from Russia, Aly started out cosplaying as a broke teen, and and K from Australia, Nikita, Anshella and to this day still have the same money-saving from France, Shinju from Romania... they mentality. are all cosplayers I have admired for years, and now am friends with! In the US I really TEMPO: What was the best moment you appreciate the work by God Save the Queen had doing your cosplay? Fashion, Punished Props, and Enlaya. There Yaya: My best experience in cosplay was so many cosplayers that I love that it seems during San Diego Comic Con 2011 - I made unfair to only name a few. a Daenerys costume based on the Song TEMPO: Any future plans that you would of Ice and Fire books, and met George RR like to share with the community? Martin, who signed my costume! It was a surreal and amazing experience, and I am Yaya: My two biggest projects currently so grateful to George for his generosity and are designing cosplay-focused patterns for kindness. McCall Pattern, and creating the Yaya Han Cosplay Fabrics Line for Jo-Ann Fabrics. TEMPO: What are the challenges in cosplay Both lines are very dear to my heart, and that you had to overcome? require a tremendous amount of work. Yaya: My biggest challenge was when I quit I will be continuing to create new items my salary job in 2005, to start a cosplay with McCall and Jo-Ann that are geared commission business. It was terrifying, and toward helping cosplayers. Of course I have I learned some very harsh life lessons since. more costumes to make: some from comic books, some from video games, and some

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The Epicurean BY LANA NASEER | INSTAGRAM: @14n4n

Four Mommy Tips for Knockout Kid Lunches! Back to School that will put an end to all boring meals. was heartbreaking for me to hide all basmati rice with brown rice. But until So after many failed lunch boxes, I their favourite packaged snacks and now I haven’t dared tamper with the “How was lunch for you today, Zane?” I decided to institute meaningful change. I was labelled the ‘meanest mom on pasta. The kids resisted the change at asked my nine-year old foodie, secretly This was my four-pronged game plan: earth’ when I told them they had to say first, but then one night I saw them praying that I passed his very exacting goodbye to Oreo cookies, the extra- taste. He looked at me and said, large Nutella jar, and the Biscoff Lotus miraculously finishing their plates of “Horrible mom, just horrible. Sorry, but Getting Them Involved brown rice. My three kids have been my source spread. I knew that the only way I was chicken and salad don’t go together. I going to win them over was by involving opened the box and all I could smell was of creativity - after all I was packing lunch to suit their needs. We had a them in the baking process and Maintaining Balance balsamic vinegar! And there was lettuce tempting them with made-from-scratch very productive brainstorming session One of the biggest mistakes I’ve done is in my chicken!” I was disappointed with goodies. What I pack in their lunchbox the harsh feedback, but made a mental where they proposed their desired food over-pack their lunchbox, worried that options. I told them that their choices now instead are: banana and date, or note to place the grilled chicken and the apple cinnamon muffins, cheese and they might starve at school. I know now side salad in two separate Tupperware had to be both healthy and delicious, tomato quiches. and carrot bread. But that this will never happen! I’ve also containers, and use a milder dressing. and this is what they came up with: hummus dip with veggies; edamame; they’re always open for new recipes! found that it’s more important to mimic I think I speak for all moms when I say Greek quinoa salad without tomatoes; your child’s personality and eating that a major cause of back to school rice cakes; bagels with cream cheese; Limiting their Choice habits at home; they will not suddenly roasted chicken drumsticks; chicken anxiety that comes in right after making I also discovered around breakfast become different eaters at school. Just sure your child completes his homework escalope; fruit salad; watermelon cubes; time that when you don’t give your enough food is best so they can still is the mindboggling question of what to and chicken quesadillas. kids too many options to choose from have a proper meal when they arrive pack for lunch. This is a favorite topic of they are much more likely to eat their discussion at school drop offs, pickups Cutting the Sugar food - and enjoy it! With that in mind, I home. Make sure also that the lunchbox and chance meetings at the grocery is colourful and offers a balance of We also made a pact to try Lisa Leake’s slowly replaced our white whole-meal store. We peer surreptitiously into bread with protein bread rich in fiber protein, fruit, vegetables and carbs. “100 days of Real Food”, but with an each other’s shopping carts looking for and grains, and I exchanged our white inspiration into that breakthrough meal allowance for weekend cheat days. It 20 www.feelyourtempo.com

Game Hedz By Blakniss | @audioanimator | Original game head from Atari to X-Box!

Three Cool Reasons Why Gamers Should Play Samorost 3 In short, we love it. We haven’t finished it yet, but Samorost 3 is from Amanita Design, so it’s gotta be awesome. Just to remind you, Amanita are makers of Machinarium and Botanicula, both of which we’ve reviewed in the past - and both enchanting and addictive games.

Amanita’s games are all puzzlers environments a pleasure to view - or puzzle, be it an engaging card favourite missions so far - you must with an edge of mystery and a strong feature of Amanita’s style. game with interactive cards, trying musically direct three amphibious adventure: Samorost 3 is no to cross a deep chasm or salvaging looking creatures (bass, tenor and different. It’s a loose follow-up to spare parts from the environment. The Gameplay soprano no less) as they improvise Samorost and Samorost 2, both PC You begin the game in the gnome’s a hilarious harmony. Worth playing games featuring a curious space home/observatory and receive a You have a hint book that you can just to hear their adorable scatting. gnome who is keen on discovering flute that mysteriously falls from refer to when you hit a problem the mysteries of the universe. This outer space. This flute is used to you can’t solve - and truly, some of Earphones are best for full effect. third part is a stand-alone game, so help uncover and discover clues the puzzles would be impossible to you won’t have to play the first two to your ‘mission’, usually revealed solve without these pictorial and The game also treats the eyes (which are currently only on PC) to sometimes cryptic clues, so don’t through ghostly apparitions that to landscapes that transform fully enjoy the experience. feel bad if you refer to it liberally. appear and communicate some from drab monotone to startling action you must take to progress Even with hints, you still have to vivid colour. Again, the detail and The Story in the game. You also use the flute apply your problem solving skills to You control an adventuresome as a listening device by amplifying advance. original design of these worlds space gnome with the touchscreen specific sounds. makes it as artistic as it is playable. interface and must help him solve Music and Landscapes puzzle after puzzle to advance his Your first mission is to help a Music is a primary feature in Amanita has another hit on its exploration of nine whimsical and grizzled inventor build your the game and it’s applied really hands in Samarost 3. It’s in the beautifully designed planets. And spaceship. Hence you must locate skillfully and even humorously. For App Store, get it. Also, check our they are really imaginative, eerie, several parts to complete the example, you have to play musical cute and vividly coloured planets task and each part can only be notes on giant bug’s antennae Facebook page for some with striking detail that makes their found by solving some problem to activate clues, or - one of my gameplay video. LaunchPad

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Want more info? Email: [email protected] 22 www.feelyourtempo.com Librarians’ Lounge TEMPO TALKS BOOKS BY VANESSA MIDDLETON By Sana Ashraf | @sanaalikespie Why You Can’t Judge a Book The Girl on the Train by at least one debate over who the best by its Movie! member of the Fellowship is. The films Which came first, the are amazing, earning themselves the Paula Hawkins title of classic at a surprisingly early chicken or the egg? This age, and they’re also really, really long, debate can go on for hours, with the extended editions being even just like a debate between a longer. This is because there is so much that happens in the novels, that they movie buff and a bookworm, had to shave off a good third of the when a novel is adapted material to meet the time limit. This led to drastically different experiences for the big screen. The between the film and the novels as bookworm is a die-hard even the general atmosphere of the believer in the sanctity of a story was different. book, while the movie buff Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy defends the notion of equal enjoyment in the cinema. This unique science fiction cult novel tracks the story of Arthur Dent, a So, who is right? Well, they both are, simple Englishman who would rather in their own way - for a number of stay home and not partake in this different reasons. At its core, literature adventure nonsense, thank you very has shaped the world as we know it. much. However, he shortly finds out It’s what historians study to determine that his best friend is an alien, and the values of an ancient society. Even more aliens are on their way to destroy today, the world runs on written word. Earth. The book is a hilarious journey The textbooks you studied in school, that is non-stop fun from start to the lyrics to the songs you listen to, finish - across its five-novel run. The even those Onion articles you read film, on the other hand, might as well for an online laugh are all forms of have been under a different title. It literature. Film, on the other hand, is a is still as enjoyable, entertaining, and recent addition to human enjoyment. non-sensical as its literary cousin, but We are currently living in what has after setting the basic story, it went been coined the “Golden Age of Film,” on its own path. A good 80% of what and with the incredible quality of happens in the movie wasn’t in the This book is a nail-biting page-turner, a hallmark of movies today, with their amazing plots, book, and most of the book wasn’t in breathtaking CGI, and sheer success, the movie, so it doesn’t matter which every good crime novel. There are three different that’s no exaggeration. Seeing a film one you’ve seen or read, the other narrators, each defined by unique and not very used to be a special occasion that one is a totally different ballgame, and flattering traits who relate the story of a mysterious took their whole family to, and made should not have any effect on how you a night out of - like a fancy dinner. But perceive the other. disappearance. The protagonist is an unemployed now everyone, and their dog, has seen woman, named Megan, who commutes daily on the The Martian Jurassic World. 8.04 am train and walks the streets of London, all to This one is a unique case, since both It’s no wonder film crews have snapped trick her housemate into thinking she had not been the film and the book share the same up novels for movie-making material to plot, the same events, and the same fired from her job. attract the big audience of book fans. sequence, but they’re both equally It is an especially smart business move enjoyable. It documents the story of for a company to be mentioned in a She passes by a neighbourhood she the couple supposing they had Mark Watney, an astronaut who gets used to live in with her past partner happy lives. Unhappy in her own film. Prada, for instance, saw their sales unexpectedly abandoned on Mars and observes a couple from the life, she lived vicariously skyrocket when Devil Wears Prada was when his crew believes him to have train’s window. She imagines them through theirs. released. That move was such a huge died in the middle of the emergency to be living the perfect romance: the success that suddenly every book with that rushed them back to Earth. The life she wishes she had lived. She We tend to weave stories that a cult following is in production for a novel is full of witty remarks and funny even names them ‘Jess’ and ‘Jason’. fit our imagination and own film of some form. But just because But one day, something extraordinary little quips that Mark uses to pass the perspectives. Through the you’ve seen the film doesn’t mean you happens, and she gets inextricably time as he figures out how to survive irreverent style of recounting by won’t enjoy the book. Here are three involved in a crime. with what he has until help arrives, and the narrators we are curiously books you won’t want to skip out on the film is full of the unknown suspense comforted that all of them do not just because you’ve seen the movie: The story and its plot twists are of his dire situation that, in the book, presented by three narrators with know what they think, or say, they know. Lord of the Rings had been negated by the constant three distinct personalities. Each comic relief. Thus, fans of comedy will narrator relates his account in the first-person, as Megan on the train. “It’s impossible to resist the Ah, Middle Earth, a realm we all once find themselves geared towards the kindness of strangers. Someone wished to be a part of, until reality hit novel, and fans of suspense will love Megan, the narrator and the girl on who looks at you, who doesn’t the film. While they are both unique us and we realised that we could never the train, watches the strangers – know you, who tells you it’s OK, be reborn as a hobbit. Unless you’ve from one another in their tone of much like everyone does when they whatever you did, whatever you’ve been living under a pop culture rock storytelling, both the book and the sit in a train - wondering what other done: you suffered, you hurt, you all these years, you’ve probably seen movie are amazing forms of literature peoples’ lives are. Megan watched deserve forgiveness.” Peter Jackson’s trilogy, and gotten into and filmmaking.

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UAE Fairytales & Fables was created to enrich the legacy of the Emirati storytelling tradition and “What does the Lord contribute to the revival of this important cultural heritage within the United Arab Emirates. say about the sunset, Neverland Walter?” For the past several years, the UAE Fairytales & Fables initiative has been actively working on an Emirati cultural literacy project to promote new and original fairytales and fables highlighting the rich culture and heritage of the United Arab Emirates. This collection of stories penned and By Supriya Kamath illustrated by Emirati writers and artists re-introduce 25 cultural icons from the folkloric traditions of Student from New York University Abu Dhabi the UAE to residents of this land of many blessings and beyond. At 5:42 pm on a salty Monday evening, He saw it in himself. Walter decided that he was going to We are delighted to share these tales that feature the storytelling tradition of the Emirates and key He had to go back. aspects of Emirati culture and heritage to a new generation of readers and we hope you enjoy these run away. ancient characters from the past as they traverse the cultural developments of the 21st century. He’d had the idea during the Civilizing There was only one way. He’d have to and Social Education class. Master leave the dormitory, run across the Frey had asked him, “Walter, what lawns and to the pier. Then he’d have does the Lord say about thieving?” to hide in the boat that left for the Walter hadn’t replied the first time – Island every night and came back in he still wasn’t used to people calling the morning with the slaves, spoils and him that. stolen children of a single-sided war. “I know every It was a death trap. “Walter, what does the Lord say single event about thieving?” There’s no way, Walter told himself that happened to the Bedouins Walter started. “I didn’t thieve, as he trudged up the stairs. The older in the desert.” Master Frey.” boys had tried everything. There was no way to leave. The doors were “I didn’t say you did. But what does locked; the rooms towered several the Lord say about it?” floors above the ground. They were only trying to protect the children, Walter tugged at his tie and glanced they said. Protection from what? out of the window. The sinking sun had Walter wondered. Harm? His mother? cast a pink glow over the sky. Master The Shorezi? Or was it all just the Frey followed his gaze. same thing?

“What does the Lord say about the By the time he got to his room, sunset, Walter?” Walter had given up. He looked out of the window. If he stood with a Walter knew about the sunset. When shoulder pressed against the wall and he was younger, his mother would hum a foot on Liyaf’s bed, he could even lightly in Shorezi every evening, just as see the glittering lights of the port, AL MEDFAH the sun dipped below the horizon. She and beyond that, the shadow of the was bidding goodbye to the sun, she Island. He propped up the window, Wafaa Salem Amer Ajham Al Maashani said. Walter remembered the tune, but and the salt hit him squarely in the (ILLUSTRATOR) Aysha Saif Ahmed Saif Al Hamrani not the words. face. He closed his eyes, and for a brief moment, he was on the beach, Once upon a time, there was a small he muttered to himself and then he “It’s the Allura,” he whispered. collecting mussels for mother’s dinner. village in Al Ain, where a rich man heard a voice, it was Abu Karbah. Master Frey, dressed in his usual red called Ahmad lived. Ahmad owned He knew exactly what he had to do. Abu Karbah said to Ahmed, “I have robes and ceremonial armlets, took many companies and houses in taken all of your animals away a deep breath. “Out of the class, different countries, but he was very He glanced at the clock. It was 6 pm. because you are stingy and you didn’t Walter. Out.” Walter stood up quietly, stingy and he didn’t help poor people In another five minutes, Master Frey give that poor, hungry child any fruit gathered his notebooks and walked or give others money. One day, he would be up with his old stick, as from your trees or meat from the towards the door. It wasn’t the first bought a new farm. It had many usual. Five canings for blasphemy. many animals you have on your farm.” time. As he closed the door behind animals like horses, donkeys and the Walter was running out of time. ships of the desert (camels). It also him, he heard Master Frey saying, “The Ahmad lost millions of dirhams in had many palm trees. In the midst Lord says that magic is the refuge of He heaved open the window and animals that day, but he also lost of all the palm trees was the biggest fools and charlatans. If you ever hope stood on Liyaf’s bed. Grabbing the the blinders concealing the man and oldest of them all, Abu Karbah. to civilize yourselves, get this into your curtain pole, he placed his bare right he had become from himself. The Abu Karbah was not only a tree, sub-caste heads: The Allura, boys, foot on the sill, and then his left. He one conversation with Abu Karbah but he was also a very old jinni, who is a lie.” ducked underneath the glass, and changed Ahmad forever. He began loved people, especially the poor suddenly, he was outside. He looked sharing his farm with poor people and But Master Frey was wrong, and and vulnerable. up, and a star twinkled. he adopted Abdullah as his son. Every Walter knew it. His mother had been morning, Ahmad would go to talk to performing the Allura since she was Every summer Ahmad went to the The door opened. Walter closed his Abu Karbah about how to help other ten, and his grandmother had helped farm with his family. One noon when eyes and hummed. people and what he could do with his and healed thousands of Shorezi with they were eating lunch, somebody fortune to make the world a it. They knew of her far and wide – Who knows what Master Frey thought knocked on the door of the farm. better place. some decades ago, even the Ineshis in that moment when Walter’s feet It was a poor orphan child called left the ledge? With a cry, he ran to Abdullah, asking for help. He wanted had begged for her help. And now, 20 years later, Abdullah graduated the window as fast his robes would let some food to eat. Ahmad instructed here was a Ineshi telling him that the from the university and Abu Karbah him. He looked down, but there was a the maid not to give the kid any food Allura did not exist. He was wrong. had grandsons. Abdullah now ran a vast nothingness. Grey night on black and ordered her to close the door. Walter saw the Allura everywhere. He charity company for orphans and the lawns. Nothing. No one. The next day when Ahmad went to saw it in the sun, and the birds, and poor called “Abu Karbah Charity” that get milk from the camel he didn’t find the stars. He saw it in the laughter has many branches around the world. of Rachi and Liyaf and Donnan, with He looked up at the sky, trembling. any animals on his farm. whom he shared a room at the mission And there, in the warm glow of the He was afraid and said, “Oh my God, dormitory. He’d heard it in his mother’s north star, he saw a little boy where are my animals? Is this real?” cries when they’d taken him away. returning home.

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Shutterbug By Abu Dhabi Photographers 6 Camera Settings you should Use when taking Indoor Fantasy Portraits

THE WORKSHOPS: Indoor Fantasy Editorial Portraits. Black and White Painted Portraits THE GROUP: ABU DHABI PHOTOGRAPHERS INDOOR BLACK AND WHITE NOTE: ADP hosted two workshops that helped members PAINTED PORTRAITS to learn the basics requirements of an editorial portrait shoot, and to achieve great shots in black and white. MODELS: Ana Bacic (Serbia) ABOUT: Abu Dhabi Photographers is a group of HAIR & MAKEUP: Ellaine Fatma photography enthusiasts who meet regularly to capture PAINTER: Ilayda Durgut beautiful shots and to share knowledge and experiences. PHOTOGRAPHER: Shahid Saeed The group is managed by BrandMoxie. CAMERA: CANON EOS 5D Mark III INDOOR FANTASY LENS: EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM EDITORIAL PORTRAITS MODELS: Maloi Limpo (Philippines) F-STOP: ƒ/5.6 HAIR & MAKEUP: Kerwin Solo SHUTTER: 1/160s PHOTOGRAPHER: Shahid Saeed & Abdul Aziz Samson ISO: 160 CAMERA: CANON EOS 5D Mark III LENS: EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM

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By Siobhan Ali By Heather Long Vandevoorde, Ph.D. | @hvdvoorde Three Youth Role Models Who Aren’t Social Media Influencers What Not to Do at the Next The Rise of the Social black people from swimming in the Media Influencer hotel pool. In today’s technologically driven world, young people have access Through dedication, commitment, Parent-Teacher Meeting! to a wealth of information. As a and perseverance, Simone Manuel result of the flow of information has sought to rebel against this generation has also seen the stereotypes and the restrictions It is that time of year again for parent- rise of reality stars, such as the placed on her ancestors. Her win was teacher conferences! I always approach mine Kardashians, and Youtubers and an important event in the history Instagram-celebrities that have of African Americans. Yet when apprehensively. Teachers see a completely created a legion of followers through you Google ‘current role models’ different side of our kids and we can be taken social media. A role model is defined searches bring up pop stars and by Merriam-Webster as someone ‘Youtubers’. Why aren’t educated quite by surprise about what they have to say. whose ‘behaviour in a particular role and accomplished people like To get us into the right mindset, I have compiled is imitated by others. Unfortunately, Simone Manuel looked up to by the these ‘celebrities’ have become role current generation and promoted in a list of amusing teacher anecdotes so we models for young people who look our media? remember what NOT to do in our meetings. up to them for superficial reasons such as fashion and Fighter Pilot Mariam al Mansouri physical appearance. Another example of a wonderful • “Don’t ask me how the nodded, jotted something down in role model to young people today is conversation turned to superheroes, her notebook and frowned a little. Melania vs Michelle Mariam al Mansouri, the first female but all of a sudden this dad pulls She asked further questions and I recently overheard a group of fighter pilot of the UAE, who had down his shirt collar and goes, ‘Hey, seemed increasingly perturbed girls discussing how Melania Trump to overcome gender stereotypes check out my cool superman tat!’ as the meeting went on. Finally, should become the First Lady to achieve success and realise her Umm…okay, cool? I wasn’t really she said, ‘I’m not disputing your because ‘it was about time that dream at an early age. She dreamed sure how to respond.” assessment, but I have to say... America had a gorgeous First Lady’. about flying a fighter jet and this comes as a total surprise. This Not long after this incident, I came remained committed to her goal until • “This student wanders over doesn’t sound at all like the Matteo across a group, imaginatively named the role opened up for women. She to my desk while I’m explaining I know.’ I gave the spiel about how “Let’s Move Melania into the White has several awards under her belt; something to his parents. He looks kids can be different at school House”. These young people having including the Pride of the Emirates at this ‘Super Teacher’ cartoon I than at home. When I showed her no affiliation to Donald Trump’s medal and was honoured for ‘battling have posted on the wall above my Matteo’s progress report on my campaign, but justify their mission stereotypes, and terror, from the air’. computer. Student: ‘Why do you tablet, she frowned and said, ‘Oh because Melania is “a fashion icon” have that posted on your desk?’ dear! You have his last name totally and “incredibly beautiful.” World’s Youngest Nobel Laureate Me: ‘Because it looks like me!’ (We wrong!’ I looked in confusion, and Malala Yousafzai have identical blonde hair and it’s then it dawned on us that we were This led me to question the types of And of course, how can we speak of an inside joke between teachers.) talking about two entirely different role models girls have today, and how role models without mentioning the Student: ‘But you don’t really think Matteos. I don’t teach her son. He beauty is prioritised over intelligence, youngest Nobel Prize laureate and you’re that skinny…do you?’ Parent: has a different English teacher.” hard work, and commitment. Girls one of Time Magazine’s “100 Most *Snorts.* Says nothing.” Influential People in the World,” should feel more inspired by Michelle And some other comments Obama, a Princeton and Harvard- Malala Yousafzai. She began her • “I’m trying to tell a couple that educated lawyer, who’s initiatives advocacy at the age of eleven when there have been several incidences to refrain from making: ‘Let’s Move’, ‘Joining Forces’, ‘Reach she wrote articles describing her where their daughter has been Higher’ and ‘Let Girls Learn’ have life under the Taliban and her ideas caught stealing from other sixth • What grade is my kid in? addressed several issues such as promoting education for girls in graders. Mom, with hands on her • I’ve heard so many great things childhood obesity, further education her hometown. Since her shooting, hips says, ‘I really don’t care what about you. Not from the kids, but and education for girls. They should she has become an international you have to say about this. It’s your from the dads. What are you doing aspire to be educated and advocate for female rights and job to teach these kids right from after this? self-sufficient. education for children. wrong. Not mine.’” • You know that kid who’s been bullying my son? Do you know if he Olympic Swimmer Simone Manuel There are concerns that in this • “My favourite conference memory? has any weaknesses, like a peanut At this year’s 2016 Rio Olympics, social media age, young people can This dialogue between a parent allergy? Simone Manuel, a Stanford become disillusioned about issues and child. Parent (to me/out loud): • I’m a little troubled by this seating University student, became the in our world; that they will become ‘Wait! You expect my kid to learn chart. How come my son isn’t sitting first African-American woman to increasingly naïve and materialistic that? That’s way too hard! I can’t next to any of the children of rich win a gold medal in an individual because of the influence of social believe that the school expects fathers? Those friendships are going swimming event. Despite her athletic media influencers who have nothing them to know that!’ Parent (to to be a bigger part of his future achievement, social media focused to offer. We should all be aware of, child): ‘Do you even understand career success than anything he on the stigma that ‘black women and actively counteract, the negative what is going on in school? Student: learns in class. refuse to get their hair wet’ and effects of social media by promoting ‘Yes, Mom. Apparently I am way • Maybe he doesn’t read on a fifth ‘blacks don’t swim’. But Manuel’s the lives and works of brave, smarter than you are!’” grade level but he knows how to triumph was poignant considering intelligent and accomplished women party on a sixth grade level, if you the case of Dorothy Dandridge who who fight stereotypes, racism and • “She sat down and said, ‘Hi, I’m know what I mean? High-five! Come in 1950s performed at a Las Vegas sexism. We need to celebrate more Matteo’s mom.’ We talked for a bit, on, get me up top! Don’t leave hotel despite a policy prohibiting role models like them. and with each comment I made, she me hangin’.

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ARTiculate Cafe By Dorian “Paul D” Rogers | @pauldtheripy Meet Mentor Alton Ramsey, a Spiritual and Life Guide

I sat down over coffee with Dorian: How does it work? Does a mentor passing, friend, teacher) but many struggle fervent prayer, has totally changed the choose a mentee or vice versa? with the idea of mentoring because they way I look at the future. Having said that, poet and personal mentor, think they’re not good enough, or they’re my current vision is to become reunited Alton Ramsey, to talk about Alton: Mentorship chooses you. It’s up to too consumed with their own paths. with family and friends back home Georgia the art of being a spiritual the individual whether he/she accepts the where we want to continue the blessing of and life guide to others. honour/ responsibility of helping another Dorian: What made you take on the role teaching. person to succeed. Success is usually of mentor? brought about by sharing the “truth” about Dorian: What’s your background? Dorian: I love the priority you put on one’s experiences and knowledge. My Alton: As I said earlier, mentorship chose family! You are also a poet? belief is nothing happens by coincidence in me. From an earlier age, I’ve always had Alton: Being born and raised in Columbus, God’s World. Many of us are not aware of the willingness to reach out to others, Alton: Poetry, is another one those avenues Georgia, by a single parent provided a the importance of mentorship because too share or pass along the blessings that had that chose me. I am friends and mentor first-hand view of the ongoing struggle often we think we can do it alone. been so freely given me. to a pastor, Jamie Groover, in the USA of life as an African American. It helped who was a poet before assuming ministry me to see the many different avenues and Dorian: You have taught me a lot with Dorian: Have you yourself been mentored? on behalf of his father. Though I’ve never possibilities that can lead to success or regards to intention, self-reflection, and considered myself a poet until recently, it failure as a Black man. spiritual discernment. Alton: Yes! Many of my greatest blessings is something I believe in, and I hope that and lessons learned were handed down by young people will someday take that torch Alton: Additionally, I’d like to think you mentors. The early years were a challenge forward. I like to write pieces that serve consider me as friend, stopper, and because I struggled to see the big picture this ideal, and I also believe that laughter is motivator. One of my mentors expressed of things being served. But at some point good medicine. the importance of having someone in your the light bulb came on for me, as I noticed life (beyond family) who can stop you and paid more attention to the things that Dorian: (Sees waiter approaching with and have you pull over to the side of the were happening to me and around me. check) On the note of pieces, I will bid you road without question. Having someone peace and blessings. Good speaking to you count on as a motivator in good and Dorian: Where do you see yourself five, ten you. I have to go. bad times is paramount these days, but to years from now? also call that person a friend nurtures the Alton: (Blank stare) learning idea on both sides. Alton: Had you asked me the same question five years ago, living in the Middle Dorian: Is mentorship for every one? East would not be any part of my answer, and the fact that God granted us the Alton: I believe everyone receives some greatest gift of Morgan Iman, my daughter, form of mentorship (i.e. family member in in the same place after many years of

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Four Fascinating Facts You May Not Know About the Dead Sea

experience the sensation of floating on the The Lowest Point sea. Yes, that’s right, everything floats! Those The Magic of Mud The other thing I was eager to try was the on Earth of you who have not had the experience of I had the opportunity over the long Eid famous Dead Sea mud, so the minute I laying or even walking on water must visit weekend to spend time with my family in reached there I rubbed the therapeutic sludge this exceptional place! The feeling is my country of Jordan. I had not visited for all over my body! People from all over the totally unreal. almost seven years so the visit was long world spend lots of money on Dead Sea salt, overdue. Once there, there was no way that The Super Salinity mud masks, body scrubs and even creams, so I would miss the Dead Sea – the Earth’s it feels amazing to experience all this The reason one floats on water without any lowest elevation on land, and one of its most at the source. effort is due to the unusually high level of exciting destinations! salt concentration in the Dead Sea. You can For those planning to visit the Dead Sea my Everything Floats float for as long as you want without the fear advice would be to not get the salt anywhere of drowning. You also don’t have to worry near your eyes and to prepare for the feeling Driving down to the Dead Sea, I could see about getting bit by any sea creatures, or of your skin tingling all over. I promise you Palestine, which borders the sea from the getting trapped in sea plants, because the that going to the Dead Sea should be on your other side. The sea is the lowest point on hypersalinity makes this sea unlivable to all bucket list, that’s if it’s not already. And apart the planet and over 1200ft deep. The closer living creatures. So once there, I did exactly from the Dead Sea, there’s so much history to we got to it, the more my ears got blocked, what everyone does at this spot, learn about, so bone up on your information Connect : IG/ @DJSaifOfficial + and the more I became excited to finally I simply floated! and welcome to Jordan! YT/ DJSaifMedia

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THREE THINGS YOU MUST KNOW A ghost A superhero ABOUT HAPPINESS: BALANCE, 35% 22% I’m too old to go BEAUTY & BLISS A vampire trick-or-treating 24% 19%

On Toxic Pollutants in AC Ducts: On Spreading Compassion:

Your story on air conditioning system Just because so many things are going is a wakeup call. We need to keep our wrong in the world, doesn’t mean we vents clean to stay healthy. can’t make a difference. Even though it may seem pointless, a little compassion - Joey Barnes can go a long way in improving the lives of others. Even simply complimenting a friend can bring a smile to their face and happiness in their heart when they were having a bad day. - Leenah Khalil

Finding Balance in Life walking along a path or a trail are all ways Some days you eat salads and go to the to enjoy nature’s beauty. When we take gym. Other days you eat cupcakes and time to enjoy our surroundings, we discover wear sweatpants. It’s called balance. It’s an inner peace and connectedness. I have not something you find; it’s something enjoyed beach days this summer. I love you create. Whether you are a student or the sand on my feet, the warm ocean On Young the Giant: a business owner, a parent, a caregiver, or water and the warm breezes. There is Indie bands are the black sheep of the retired, you must find balance in life. great abundance in nature. The beauty music industry, and that’s a shame! On Living With Less Plastic: There are so many great bands in the surrounding us is a true gift, and a great genre. It’s nice to see an indie group When you have a deadline, for instance, source of happiness. I never realised how much plastic I use beginning to gain more popularity for until I started thinking about it, and a change. you must balance your time, when to begin your story helped! I feel I can reduce the work and aligning it to your deadlines. Bliss in the Simplest Things strain on the environment by using more - Adam Bodil When you prepare a meal you balance what reusable products and less disposable Bliss is happiness overload. Talking with items. you eat so you have some protein, veggies, my daughters, reading a message from a but also some fun (dessert). It is about - Ameena Hadya far-away friend, being surrounded by my exercising hard, working hard and playing “framily” (friends chosen as your family), hard. Balance is key to happiness. I have a full heart and an enormous sense When you find balance you feel of bliss. ‘Pasta Night’ is a happy gathering comfortable, centered and aligned in your time for our friends to get together over strategies and potential. For me, balance the weekend. We eat, tell stories and enjoy comes from my yoga and my gratitude our abundant life. I leave the table so full, in practices. I find balance, focus and inner my belly and my heart, that bliss is the best strength on my yoga mat. One of my yoga emotion I can verbalize. When you are in students, who has repatriated, wrote me a good company, your happiness (oxytocin) note saying the class gave her balance “and levels rise, you make better choices, and will always be part of my life, and always day by day, in every way, you get happier. linked to my mental and physical strength and happiness.” I treasure that note! To heed the words of Abraham Lincoln, “And in the end, it’s not the years in your Seeking Beauty in Everything life that counts, it’s the life in your years.” Beauty is another key to happiness. Looking Choose to find the balance, beauty and out at the ocean, watching children play, bliss in every day, and choose to be happy!

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“Don’t buy pastries from the gas station – Are you a social media addict? they taste like cardboard”. I use Facebook. All my family and friends are on there. They were so scattered around the world that I find it’s the best Name: Dhabia Abdulla (has everything I need on the go); coffee; buy pastries from the gas station – they way to keep up with their daily lives. I Age: Still 21 in my head.. flat shoes (because heels are beautiful taste like cardboard. don’t want any mean people, religious Profession: Director, Brand Developer punishment) and a scented candle from or political radicals, and no fake plastic, Nationality: British Bath and Body Works (it brings me peace Who deserves a big old thank you in superficial people, or racists following me. Motto: Turn your cant’s to can’s and your at the end of a long day). your life? dreams into plans My mother and my best friend who carry To look absolutely great, how Instagram: @deedeeal What car would like to own? my burdens at the worst of times and would you dress? I love my car, but I have to say I’d love to support me in every way. I’m blessed. Jeans and a cashmere top with own a Dodge Hellcat, black on black with embellished detail, flat diamonte What’s in a name like Dhabia? ruby red leather interior and rims. Have you found your purpose yet? encrusted sandals and a nice handbag . Or I have one of the strangest names ever, I found my purpose in my son, and in my simply, a silk light flowing abaya – it is so Dhabia. I’ve ony ever heard of one girl What is your idea of peace? interaction with others. elegant and respectable. who has the same name as me and never A fire, shisha, a pot of tea and music on in a song. my portable speaker on the beach or in What is the craziest thing you have What was the most recent movie that the desert. ever done? made you cry? Your most valued possession? I’ve done some pretty wild things, I remember when I was 13 I watched My laptop – I go everwhere with it. Your goal in life? enough to lose track of which rank as the Boys in The Hood and the ending had me To raise my son to be a happy and craziest, I’m sorry not sorry to say. Others bawling my eyes out and wondering how I Where can we find you confident young man, to be successful in usually consider me crazy or radical and can stop gang wars in South Central. hanging out most? my endeavors and more importantly, stay its always unplanned. What’s crazy to At home or at my friend’s house on the healthy. To continue helping others less one person is entirely normal to another, If you could have personally witnessed couch or balcony ( not in the summer) fortunate and to be surrounded by friends who is to judge? one event in history, what would you just chatting and catching up. and family. want to have seen? What is your earliest memory? Michael Jackson on tour. I had tickets to Who inspires you the most? What item do you keep buying even In Iraq, my home country, I was four his last show but he passed shortly before. I’m inspired by my son, Zane. Although though you have plenty? playing outside in my underwear I’d have loved to be present when King hes only five. He is a live wire but he Things from Bath and Body Works – I’ve (because I thought I was a boy) and Faisal ruled Iraq – that was when we were always puts a smile on my face every day designated an entire cabinet that holds the chicken from the neighbors yard a kingdom. with his witty humour and his innocent stock of candles, room sprays and soaps… escaped from the cage and chased me but brutal honesty reminds me everyday I’m obsessed. down the street, bit me in the bottom If you were on death row, what would of what is important in my life and not to and I cried red murder loud enough for your last meal be? take adulthood too seriously. What are three things has today the neighbors to come out in panic. They Nutella and peanut butter and sliced taught you? put that chicken out ‘’just for me ‘’ but I bread :D Five things you need for survival? One, patience – I get that lesson every day. think it was there to be dinner one Manicures (I’m obsessed with clean Two, plans don’t always work out they way day anyway. …and dessert? cuticles and fresh polish); my handbag you planned, so have a plan B. Three, don’t Um Ali. So wrong, but so right. A FEW DAYS REMAIN! 1MINUTE 1STORY 1FILM Film competition DEADLINE: 10TH OCTOBER THE Prize: YOUR MOVIE SCREENED ACROSS VOX MOVIE THEATRES + A Grand Prize OF AED 5000 FROM THE NEW Infiniti Q30 TOPIC: #BORNTOCHALLENGE Go to OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AND FACEBOOK GROUP FOR Details

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