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The Turkish Food Festival at Al Hubara Restaurant brings mouth-watering flavours of Turkey’s cultural legacy to Doha diners. P | 4-5

CULINARY LEGACY

TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 CAMPUS 03 QAD proud of its students’ achievements

nder the umbrella of “Perfume & The Science Pre-University Edu- Behind It” was an extremely Ucation, Qatar popular exhibit and she was Academy Doha (QAD) is invited to the final round. proud to reflect upon an Representatives from incredible weekend of aca- Qatar Academy Doha (QAD), demic success. Two teams as well as members of Muna’s from Qatar Academy Doha’s family were present during gifted and talented pro- the final judging round. All gramme have performed were extremely pleased and with distinction in separate proud of Muna who achieved events. second place and was Muna Al Asmakh was awarded a certificate invited to compete in the acknowledging her achieve- honour to be there and win- was a remarkable achieve- eighth edition of the Materi- ments and generous prize ning second place was ment to even get to the final als Science and Engineering money. Muna Al Asmakh, beyond my expectations.” as only four out of 107 teams Symposium at Texas A&M Grade 10 student, said, “Pre- To wrap up the weekend qualified. In the final round, University of Qatar on Thurs- senting my project to of QAD’s academic success, teams were required to work day 16th March. This is the university professors at the four Grade 11 math students together to solve difficult first year that high school Materials Science and Engi- competed in the final of math questions in front of an students have been invited neering Symposium was an Carnegie Mellon University audience including family to compete at this event. experience that cannot be Qatar’s “Pi Day Mathematics members, friends, teachers Muna’s project entitled described in words. It was an Competition” on March 18. It and professors. Academic Bridge Program hosts ‘Muqbeleen’ campaign

nder the umbrella of the spoke to the students about his effort. In completion to the Pre-University Educa- experiences when he was in effective role played by the Aca- Ution, a member of Qatar their age and encourage them demic Bridge Program in Foundation, The Academic to be active members of their creating intellectually and sci- Bridge Program (ABP) hosted community. The idea of the entifically qualified youth, the ‘Muqbeleen’ campaign, a project campaign is that young people programme was keen to host recently launched by NAMA are the mainstay of economic that campaign to introduce Center, part of the Qatar Social and social power. They are the young people to the various Work Foundation (QSWF). builders of the homeland and activities of NAMA Center and The campaign team guarantors of its power and to provide them with services explained the objectives and prevention. in order to promote their aspi- programmes of the campaign Their role in the comprehen- rations for excellence and to the students and invited them sive development is central, and leadership. On this occasion, to take advantage of the pro- their enlightened minds are the Moza Al Boainain, Assistant grammes offered to them by the scientific base that ensures suc- Director for Student Affairs, NAMA center. cess and progress in the expressed her thanks to NAMA Social activist, Aqil Al Janahi. economic and developmental Center and its sponsors. 04 COVER STORY TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 Turkish food delights Doha diners with rich and savoury dishes

Amna Pervaiz Rao The Peninsula

heraton Grand Doha Resort and Convention Hotel have Spartnered with Turkish Air- lines to offer Doha’s diners an exciting gastronomic experience, a Turkish Food Festival with live cooking stations and entertainment. Travelling from one of the world’s top culinary destinations, the seven day festival brings two Turkish chefs from Istanbul to host the lively celebration, that started on April 16 and will continue till 22. The event, that takes place at Al Hubara Restaurant, bringing mouth-watering flavours to the community. Rightly famed for its cuisine, Turkey takes its influence from all over the world and dates to the Ottomans, with rich and savoury dishes, complementing chef’s desire to master traditional dishes with finesse and excellence. Diners can expect a lavish spread of tasty dishes and will have the chance to win daily prizes from Turkish Airlines, including flights to Europe. Hichem Ben Amor, Executive Assistant Manager-Food and Bev- erage, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort and Convention Hotel, said: “We are delighted to bring Doha’s diners a flavour of Turkey’s cul- tural legacy. Food and music are a great way to gain an insight to what makes it such a renowned culinary destination. It promises to be a feast for all the senses.” The Turkish Food Festival, is the fourth culinary festival Al Hubara Restaurant, has brought to Doha foodies since January, underscoring the hotel’s commit- ment to offering residents and guest’s exceptional experiences. TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 COVER STORY 05

Speaking of their partnership Mehmed Zingal, General Manager of Turkish Airlines commented: “We are honoured to take guests on a journey of Turkey’s traditions. From our delicious dishes that are enjoyed throughout the country, to the music composed to stir the emotions. It is a pleasure to intro- duce our cultural heritage to residents of Qatar and guests of the hotel.” Talking to The Peninsula, an official from Al Hubara Restaurant said: “ Every day we are serving with different menus; as first day we served cold appetizers which include, Eggplant salad, Spinach borani and Circassian chicken. Soups include, Ezo Gelin Soup - A savoury soup with red lentil, bulgur and mixed spices, yayla corbası—yogurt soup creamed rice soup. Hot meals included stuffed pep- per with minced meat, sultan’s favourite, steamed fish with fresh vegetables and bulgur pilaf. The live cooking show included cooking of Lamb Shawarma, Ottoman style grilled meatball, chicken chops and Turkish pizza. Dessert included, baked pumpkin with tahini sauce and walnut.” “We change menu everyday which includes Turkish ice cream station which includes ( vanilla, chocolate, strawberry) flavours, Turkish coffee Station and Turkish shawarma station. The Chef, Cevdet Oral, from Istanbul previously worked in 5-star hotels in New York, Azerbaijan, Egypt and Turkey,” he added. In addition to the above, Sheraton is running a lucky draw on ground and on SM platforms. Guests can win daily return tickets to anywhere in Europe. The visitors can enjoy the live band performance by ‘Ethnic Band from Turkey’. The official told The Peninsula: “The competition includes the following steps, first step is to dine in at the food festival, second is to give details in the rolling drum, lunch or dinner, third step is to post your favourite picture of the festival on social media and tag (#merhabasheraton, #sheratongrand- doha) with the picture. These steps will lead to the chance to win daily return tickets to anywhere Europe. Daily lucky winners will be announced at 9:30pm.” The Turkish Food Festival is open for lunch daily from 12 noon to 3pm and will be charged QR195. For dinner from 7pm to 11pm for QR235. Friday and Sat- urday brunch on April 21 & 22 will be available from 12noon to 3pm for QR315 and QR 240, respectively. 06 MARKETPLACE / COMMUNITY TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017

Doha Dessert and Al Heen head to the Crossover Stage

he semifinal matches of the Gocotano leading with 11 points. Group A for the Rising Divi- Jomes Guerra paced the Slammers Tsion featured top seeded with 19. Doha Dessert vs Pinoy Slammers The final game of the day saw and 2nd place Spartans vs Al Heen, Al Heen score an 80-76 upset win where the winner face Tausug and against 2nd placed Spartans. Al Pinoy Warriors respectively in the Heen started the game on fire until crossover stage. the Spartans started to clamp down In the first game, Doha Dessert on defense which saw Al Heen showed teamwork and defensive going dry for 6 minutes and scram- prowess in taming the Pinoy Slam- bling for form. With team skipper mers to a 79-60 defeat. Edgar Malinao leading the charge, The Slammers were able to the Spartans kept Al Heen at bay have a quick start in the game and until the last 3 minutes of the game even went up by 11 in the first quar- when the combined offense of Rea- ter but Doha Dessert was able to gan Catibog and Derrick Manalo regroup and lead by 5 at the half. turned a 5-point deficit to an advan- From then on, it was an all Doha tage in their favor. Hussein Dessert show as they slowly Gandarosa made a quick basket to increase their lead to double digits reduce Al Heen’s lead to 3 followed ending the 3rd quarter with a 16-3 by a quick foul on Manalo who split blitz. The last quarter saw Pinoy his charities to settle for a 4-point Slammers losing hope as the defi- win. Marvin Caspillo led all scorers cit went up to 25 until the final with 26 followed by Manalo with minutes of the game when Doha 19 while Hussein Gandarosa led the pionship on April 28. United Filipino Organizations in Dessert relaxed with the safe Spartans with 19. PIBAQ’s Season 22 is brought Qatar; sponsored by Ooredoo, Phil- advantage and settled for a 19-point The Crossover Stage will be to you by Qatar Basketball Feder- ippine Airlines, Alicafe, Diana margin. All but one player scored played on Friday where the victors ation in cooperation with the Jewelry, Filipino Community Center for Doha Dessert with Vincent are to face each other for the cham- Philippine Embassy in Qatar and and Shutter Bugz Photography Club. ‘Fifty Fifty Concert’ delights musical enthusiasts

atar German 2017 Year of Cul- young singers had something to do ture Concert wows a full house with it. The place twinkled and spar- Qof musical enthusiasts at the kled, the ambiance of a school hall German International School of Doha totally masked by clever lighting and on April 8. backdrops. At the Fifty Fifty Concert, pre- The evening had added stimulus sented by the Doha Youth and Junior with the presence of officials from Choir with a visiting choir from Ger- the Qatar Museums Authority rep- many, the Magdeburg Knabenchor, resented by Mohammed Nasser Al hosted at the German International Othman and the German Ambassa- School of Doha, we experienced a dor, Hans Udo Muzel, who formally magical musical extravaganza. opened the concert. The concert engaged each one From behind the audience rose of its audience, from music profes- this beautiful sound, and the Doha sionals to amateurs like us, in an Youth Choir processed onto the stage experience so powerful that it was singing a simple yet poignant Asa- difficult to disregard the effect of the laam Aleykum arranged by their music. Director Alena Pyne. The voices of From the moment we arrived, the singers of DYC, crystal clear and there was a feeling of heightened in perfect harmony, carried the mes- expectation in the audience, an sage of unity and cultural excitement about what was to come, understanding directly to the hearts perhaps the preparation of the venue of the listeners. Doha Youth Choir and the intent on the faces of the tackled songs from around the world TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 CAMPUS 07 Jaidah Automotive supports athletics at ASD he American School of Doha such as the Qatar Little League (ASD) recognises Jaidah Auto- (QLL,) who benefit from the use of Tmotive for their unyielding the scoreboards during their games support of ASD athletics, most and tournaments. recently with the sponsorship of the Khalid Samir, Operations outdoor field scoreboards. Director at Jaidah Automotive said, In June of 2016 Jaidah Automo- “Jaidah Automotive has been sup- tive made a donation that went porting ASD since its foundation by towards the funding of three new our Chairman of Jaidah Motors and scoreboards; one new baseball field Trading, Jassim Jaidah and encour- scoreboard, one High School field ages supporting the school as it is scoreboard and one Elementary a non-profit educational School field scoreboard. The pre- institution.” vious scoreboards were not Samir added, that “We are Chevrolet’s community engage- ASD Director, Dr Tom Hawkins, working, outdated and replacement delighted to continue our support ment focus points. We look forward “Now we can track the games by parts were no longer available, by sponsoring the scoreboards on to students being able to compete innings, see how much time is left, therefore could not be used. the outdoor fields. Diversifying our in this year’s tournament and many and follow the score to all games Sponsorship of the scoreboards support as well as our CSR outreach to come.” on each of our fields. We appreci- have a large impact on ASD athlet- to include the athletics program of “The new scoreboards add a ate the support of Jaidah ics and students as well as members ASD, and to involve youth in sports great level of fun and engagement Automotive in making the sports of our outside community groups, is one of Jaidah Automotive and to the games on the fields,” stated facilities at ASD first rate.” ICC holds painting workshop for schoolchildren

The concluding session was graced by the presence of prominent Qatari artist and con- sultant at the Girls Creativity Arts Centre, Hanadi Al Darwish, as Guest of Honor. She expressed her love towards Indian Arts & Indian culture and expressed her gratitude in guiding and pro- moting visual arts. She also judged the paintings of the participating students and selected the winner. The winners were Pranjali Mulik; Adarsh T Sureshbabu; and Harasha Jalan, who were pre- sented with gifts. Milan Arun, President of ICC, welcomed the gathering and wished all children ndian Cultural Centre (ICC), under the aegis the students by mentioning the relation between to use the workshop to their best. Ragam Library of Embassy of India, initiated and conducted art and human body. Rajesh Kamble, Coordi- -Camlin and Nadac were the sponsors of the event. Itwo days painting workshop for schoolchil- nating Officer of ICC, wished the children all Noufal Kattayat, MD of Ragam Library- Camlin dren on April 8 and 15. success and appreciated ICC for the initiative. and Jamal, Manager of Camlin, represented dur- The workshop was conducted to enhance Dr Sreekumar Padmanaban and Mahesh ing the event. Joint secretary, Raja Vijayan, the artistic skills of the participants and to instill Kumar, two well known artists conducted the conducted the event and Anjan Ganguly deliv- the artistic values in their mind. Ritu Kumaran, workshop. Dr Sreekumar taught about the tech- ered vote of thanks. The event was led by Dr wife of Indian Ambassador to Qatar, inaugu- niques behind drawing facial portraits and NayanaWagh, Head of Education ICC and Man- rated the workshop on April 8 and encouraged Mahesh taught about the scenery. agement committee members of ICC. 08 LIFESTYLE TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 Financial literacy can reduce anxiety about old age

IANS behaviour, and financial securities such as bonds and stocks. eople who possess a greater understand- Respondents were also asked about their ing of finance tend to accumulate more accumulated wealth, assets, and lifestyle - and Passets and income during their lifetime, to rate the level of anxiety they felt about life and therefore they are less likely to fret about beyond 65. Men, and those with a higher level life in their twilight years, suggests new research. of education are more financially clued-in than Financial literacy increases our awareness women, and those with less education respec- about financial products, builds a capacity to tively, the findings, published in Journal of Risk compare all available financial options, and Research, showed. changes our financial behaviour - all which The researchers also found that more finan- bodes well for our perceptions of, and actual cially literate earn and accumulate more during experiences during our seniority, said one of the their lifetime -- and thus worry less about grow- researchers Yoshihiko Kadoya, Associate Pro- ing old. It also appears that financial literacy fessor at Hiroshima University in Japan. helps shape people’s perception towards risk For the study, researchers asked people from and uncertainty - making them more capable across Japan to answer questions assessing their and confident in tackling whatever problems calculation skills, understanding of pricing life throws at them. Vocal pitch hints people’s Essential travel tips rom packing summer friendly fabrics, to stocking up intention to dominate light snacks, there are many important things to keep Fin mind while planning a trip in summer, say experts. eople who lower Nivedita Dadu, dermatologist from Skinology Skin and their vocal pitch Hair Clinic, and Anubha Singh, gynecologist and IVF expert Pearly in a conversa- from Shantah IVF Centre, list down some points.. tion are more likely to be * Go easy with clothing: If you are planning a vacation dominant and influential during the hot months, go easy with what you wear. Pack than those whose pitch more of cottons such as comfy pants, loose tops and a light went up early, finds a pair of shoes to combat the heat outside. Don’t forget your study. sunglasses for eyes protection, always wear hat when step- Those viewed as dom- ping out in the morning and sun block your skin at any cost. inant were also more likely * Skip street food: Street food is always amazing but in to convince others to go summer, please skip the oily and fried items as it will lead along with their ideas than to dehydration and gastroenteritis. Instead, try to munch those seen as less on cool, watery foods like cucumber and watermelon dominant. through the day. These will help you stay hydrated too. Researchers also * Medicines are important too: Do not forget to carry found that dominant par- some emergency medications like anti-emetics, anti-motil- ticipants were not ity drugs and a few packets of oral rehydration powder. considered more prestig- Also you can pack some acidity relief tablets for ious, esteemed or admirable by their -- individually ranked the importance of emergency. peers. “What excites me about this 15 items that they might need to survive * Cary your favourite pillow along with you to support research is that we now know a little bit a disaster on the moon. your back if you are travelling by car, aircraft or bus. * Take more about how humans use their voices The researchers videotaped these a break often. Do stop for restroom breaks, do light stretch- to signal status,” said lead study author interactions and also looked at “how one ing in between so that you will not feel tired. Joey Cheng from University of Illinois. person’s answers converged with the * If you are pregnant, it is important to keep yourself “This study clearly shows that there’s group’s final answer” as another way to hydrated and carry some light foods with you to eat in something about the voice that’s very measure influence. The participants and between so that you and your baby inside will not feel interesting and very effective as a chan- outsiders viewing their interactions hungry. nel of dynamically communicating tended to rate those whose voices deep- Eat before you are hungry, and drink before you status,” Cheng added in the paper, pub- ened between their first and third become thirsty. lished in the Journal of Experimental utterances as more dominant and influ- It is also important to talk to your gynecologist before Psychology: General. In the first study, ential than participants whose voices you take a domestic or international trip to discuss safety 191 participants -- aged 17 to 52 went up in pitch. factors for you and your baby. TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 FOOD 09 An elegant way to host an afternoon tea

Becky Krystal over a pan with a few inches of The Washington Post barely bubbling water (do not let the water boil; medium-low heat). Gently melt the chocolate, stirring ive your guests a few occasionally, until smooth. Remove options to choose from: the bowl from the pan. GEnglish Breakfast and Earl Strain the infused cream Grey (I also love a good Lady Grey, through a fine-mesh strainer, pour- such as from Twinings) are clas- ing it directly into the melted white sics. Make your third selection chocolate, stirring to incorporate. something a little different, maybe (Discard the solids.) Whisk in the fruity or floral, Mead says. One of vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool my favourites is Paris from Har- in the refrigerator for about 10 min- ney & Sons, which is an utes, until it thickens to a scoopable easy-drinking black tea flavoured consistency. with black currants and vanilla. Or Line a baking sheet with parch- consider a tisane. ment paper or a silicone liner. Place Whatever you choose, take care the ground almonds in a bowl. in how you make it. “There is a true Use two tableware spoons or a art to the brew,” according to “The No. 70 disher (1 tablespoon) to make Cook Book” by Tom Parker Bow- a total of 20 dollops of the truffle les (4th Estate, 2016). The book was mixture and place them on the bak- written in conjunction with Lon- ing sheet, spaced at least 1 inch don’s Fortnum & Mason, a luxury apart. Refrigerate for about 10 min- department store and food empo- utes, or until just firm enough to rium that operates a glamorous tea shape. salon. Working quickly, roll each por- A few tips from Parker Bowles: tion between your hands to form a “Loose leaf will always give the bet- recommend using loose leaf for 10 ounces high-quality white smooth ball. Dip each one in the ter pot.” Also, use fresh water, but optimum flavour. chocolate, such as Valrhona Ivoire, ground almonds to coat completely, boil twice as much as you need so chopped (35 percent cacao solids; returning them to the baking sheet you can use half to warm up the MAKE AHEAD: Store in an see headnote) to set. Once they’re firm, serve or teapot. Most teas brew in four to airtight container at a cool room 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract store. five minutes, although greens are temperature (65 to 70 degrees), for 4 ounces (1 cup) slivered more in the one-to-three-minute up to 1 week. You may have some almonds, toasted and ground to a NOTE: Toast the almonds in range; over brewing will make your almond coating left over. pebbly consistency in a food proc- a small, dry skillet over medium- tea bitter. And if you want to use Valrhona’s Ivoire 35 percent essor (see NOTE) low heat for a few minutes, until milk, add it first to the cup; this baking bar is available online and fragrant and lightly browned, shak- gradually warms the milk and may at kitchen stores such as Sur La Steps ing the pan to avoid scorching. Cool also protect your teacup from Table. From Washington Post Food Warm the cream in a small completely before using. cracks. section writer Becky Krystal, based saucepan over low heat. Once you on a recipe from Ina Garten. see a few bubbles appear around Nutrition | Per piece (using Earl Grey White Choco- the edges, remove from the heat, half the almonds): 110 calories, 1 g late Truffles Ingredients stir in the tea and let steep for 5 protein, 8 g carbohydrates, 9 g fat, 20 pieces 6 tablespoons heavy cream minutes. 5 g saturated fat, 10 mg cholesterol, Experiment with your favour- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Meanwhile, place the chopped 10 mg sodium, 0 g dietary fiber, 7 g ite tea infusion, though we loose-leaf Earl Grey tea white chocolate in a heatproof bowl sugar. 10 HEALTH TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 Stroke rates rising steadily in young adults

The Washington Post been on the rise. The study also looked at stroke he rate of stroke among young risk factors and whether there were people has apparently been any changes in their prevalence Trising steadily since 1995, from 2003 to 2012. The likelihood according to a study published this of having three or more of five com- week. Hospitalisation rates for mon risk factors - diabetes, stroke increased for women hypertension, lipid disorders, obes- between the ages of 18 and 44, and ity and tobacco use - doubled in nearly doubled for men in that age men and women hospitalized for range from 1995 through 2012. acute ischemic strokes. Using more-detailed data for “The identification of increasing 2003 through 2012, the research- hospitalization rates for acute ers found that rates of ischemic stroke in young adults hospitalization for acute ischemic coexistent with increasing preva- stroke increased by nearly 42 per- lence of traditional stroke risk cent for men 35 to 44, while rates factors confirms the importance of for women of the same age group focusing on prevention in younger factors such as high blood pressure, diet with plenty of fruits and vege- increased by 30 percent over the adults,” said Mary George, the lead diabetes and obesity have been tables, being physically active, same time, the study published in author of the report and deputy increasing in the general popula- maintaining a healthy weight, and the JAMA, the Journal of the Amer- associate director for science and tion. “The high and increasing rates if they smoke then what steps they ican Medical Association. senior medical officer in the Divi- of traditional stroke risk factors should take to quit, George said. Across all adults, including sion for Heart Disease and Stroke among young adults experiencing “Most people think that having those in older age ranges, stroke Prevention at the Centers for Dis- an acute stroke is quite worrisome,” a stroke is something that only hap- was the fifth leading cause of death ease Control and Prevention. George said. The results reinforce pens to older people, but the impact in 2013. Overall mortality rates Researchers used data from the the need for physicians to monitor of stroke is significant - it is from strokes have significantly National (Nationwide) Inpatient patients for risk factors such as high uniquely complex in younger adults, decreased over the past 50 years Sample, a large and nationally rep- blood pressure or high cholesterol in midst of careers, serving as wage due to multiple factors, including resentative administrative database and treat them early. Young adults earners and caregivers, who may better treatment for hypertension of hospital discharge information. and their health-care professional suffer disability that can impact and increased use of aspirin, even The researchers hypothesize that should have discuss engaging in their lives and the lives of family as incidence of acute ischemic hospitalization rates kept increas- healthy behaviours throughout members and loved ones,” George stroke among young adults has ing with time because stroke risk their lives, such as eating a healthy said. Night shifts affect women Trans fats raise heart attack risks ospitalisation for heart US -- most notably New York City attacks and strokes is less -- have eliminated the use of trans more than men: Study Hcommon among people liv- fats in restaurants and eateries in ing in areas that restrict trans fats recent years. To study the impact leep is an important part of our differently. Our research findings in foods compared to residents in of restricting trans fats, research- biological cycle and disrup- are significant in view of shift work- areas without restrictions, new ers compared outcomes for people Stion to a good night’s sleep, related cognitive deficits and research has found. living in New York counties with especially after working in night changes in mood,” said one of the “Our study highlights the power and without the restrictions. shifts, may affect women’s brains researchers Nayantara Santhi from of public policy to impact the car- Using data from the state more than men’s, say researchers. University of Surrey. diovascular health of a population,” department of health and census The findings revealed that the The desynchronised sleep- said lead author Eric Brandt from estimates between 2002 and 2013, circadian effects -- the 24-hour bio- wake cycle from the brain’s Yale School of Medicine in New the researchers focused on hospi- logical cycle -- on brain 24-hour clock lead to impairment Haven, Connecticut, US. tal admissions for heart attack and performance was significantly in mental skills such as attention, Trans fatty acids, or trans fats, stroke. They found that three or stronger in women than in men motor control and working mem- are commonly found in fried foods, more years after the restrictions such that women were more cog- ory. The team compared the brain chips, crackers and baked goods. were implemented, people living nitively impaired after the end of functions of 16 male and 18 female Eating even minimal amounts is in areas with the bans had signifi- doing night shifts. “We show for the participants who were kept on linked to a greater risk of cardio- cantly fewer hospitalizations for first time that challenging the cir- 28-hour a day cycle in a controlled vascular disease, the leading cause heart attack and stroke when com- cadian clock affects the environment without natural light of death worldwide. pared to similar urban areas where performance of men and women dark cycles. Some communities in the no limits existed. TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 11

Arun Vijay’s next film based on real-life incident Poonam Pandey to launch IANS Thirumeni said. “Some of the best stories are borrowed from inci- own app irector Magizh Thirumeni, dents that happen around us. This who has reunited with actor is one such story too,” he said. He DArun Vijay (pictured) after further added that it’s going to be ctress Poonam Pandey is five years for upcoming Tamil a human story which will be nar- set to launch her own app. crime thriller, says the yet-untitled rated in a “taut” and “gripping” A“Razr Corp and my agency project will be based on a real-life manner. Talking about the reun- approached me with the idea of incident and will explore the root ion with Arun, he said, “As clichA¿d creating an app. of a crime. as it sounds, when the film comes They gave me full creative “I’m trying something new this out you will see another dimension freedom to time. It’s not an action film but it of Arun. He has so much of create this will have a blend of suspense. It’s untapped potential and all that will app exactly a story that explores the root of a be put to use in the film.” With the the way I crime and its implications. It’s rest of the cast yet to be finalised, wanted it to about the human tendency to step the project will start rolling from shot in Chennai. While Gopinath be. So, of out of the boundary to commit a June. The film, to be produced by will crank the camera, Shrikanth course I crime. It’s based on a true story,” Inder Kumar, will be completely will take care of editing. accepted the chal- lenge. I am very happy with the final product,” said Himansh Kohli to feature in web-series Poonam, who had once made imansh Kohli, who made his internationally,” Himansh said. The headlines for promising to go Bollywood debut in Divya actor is an avid traveller and is very topless if the Indian cricket team HKumar Khosla’s “Yaariyan”, is happy to be associated with this show. won the World Cup. Giving a all set to feature in a travel-based He will be seen travelling to different hint about her app, she said: web-series. The actor says the con- heritage places in India and abroad. On “This is all about me. If you think cept of the show is very exciting. the acting front, Himansh was recently I am bold, my app is going to be “I’m an avid traveller and the con- seen in “Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai”, which bold as well. I have the full free- cept of this show is very exciting. I is directed by Keshhav Panneriy. The dom to post anything that I want.” believe it will be a lifetime experience film also stars , Ashutosh “Everyone regardless of their age, for me as we will be exploring the Rana, , , people can download the app unexplored places in India and Rati Agnihotri and . from my website.” It will be launched on April 17. Vijay goes clean shaven for next film to give voice

amil superstar Vijay, who plays a triple role in his next in ‘Hanuman Da Damdaar’ Tyet-untitled Tamil outing, eteran writer-lyricist Javed will be seen in a clean shaven ava- Akhtar has given the voice- tar in one of the characters. Vover to animated character A leaked image from the film Valmiki in the forthcoming film featuring Vijay in a clean shaven “Hanuman Da Damdaar”. look went viral on Sunday night. “The era in which the story is set... “In the ongoing schedule in it had to have someone who would Rajasthan, Vijay sir sports a clean be narrating the story. There wasn’t shaven look. It’s for one of the erected set in the city. Last week, much written and documented then. characters in the film. It’s in the the makers shot an important People travelled around telling sto- film’s flashback portion, he will be sequence with a steam engine in ries and passed it on. “We believed seen in a bearded avatar sporting Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Being it would be a nice build-up along- twirled moustache,” a source from directed by Atlee, the film marks side. Given ‘Ramayana’ is written the film’s unit said. The makers his reunion with Vijay after last by Valmiki, it made sense to have best,” said Ruchi Narain, who have already wrapped up the year’s Tamil blockbuster “Theri”. Valmiki as the narrator. And once made her animation debut by period portion. Nithya Menen has music by A.R Rahman, also we decided to have a narrator, it directing “Hanuman Da plays Vijay’s pair in the 1980s por- stars SJ Suryah, Kajal Aggarwal had to be Javed Akhtar for he is the Damdaar”. tion which was shot in a specially and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. 12 HOLLYWOOD TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 ‘Fate of the Furious’ debuts to hefty $100.2m

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The Fate of the Furious” is roar- ing to a record-setting global “debut over the weekend even as domestic audiences showed less enthusiasm for the latest install- ment in Universal’s long-running “Fast and Furious” series. Final numbers have yet to be released, but based on earlier esti- mates, the action-thriller is poised to set a new worldwide high-water mark. It is expected to pass the pre- vious record of $529m set by “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” If that happens, a large part of the credit will to China, where “The Fate of the Furious” has already racked up a massive $135m in its first two days of release. It is worth noting that Chinese theatres only give studios about 25% of ticket sales, roughly 7’s” $147.2m kick-off. Heading into co-stars and many fans. This time, between Vin Diesel and Dwayne half of what they receive in most the weekend, most analysts there wasn’t the same emotional Johnson that undermined one of the major territories. expected the film would roar past resonance. “The Fate of the Furi- franchise’s key selling points—that Domestically, there are indica- the $100m mark, instead of inch ous” continues the franchise these films are celebrations of fam- tions that a franchise centered on over the line. without Walker, adding in series ily and brotherhood. Both stars muscle cars and physics-defying There are important reasons for newcomers such as Charlize Theron steered clear of each other at the stunts, has crested. “The Fate of the the fall off. “Furious 7” served as a and Helen Mirren. picture’s New York premiere and Furious” took in an estimated memorial of sorts to Paul Walker, Then there was the off-screen Diesel’s attempt to brush aside the $100.2 million, an impressive result, the franchise star whose 2013 death drama. This film had to contend reports of a beef between the actors but a steep drop off from “Furious in a car accident shattered his with reports of off-screen tension left something to be desired. Kylie Jenner gets new hair colour Progressive guitar virtuoso

eality TV personality Kylie Allan Holdsworth dies Jenner took to social media Rto show off her new bright llan Holdsworth, who is neon yellow locks. known for his progressive Kylie shared the look as she Arock and jazz fusion work headed to the Empire Polo Club in with bands including Soft Machine, Indio, California for the Coachella Gong, and UK, has died of unknown Valley Music and Arts Festival, causes. He was 70. reports femalefirst.co.uk. Holdsworth died on Sunday, Uploading an image of her new according to a Facebook post by his hair, she wrote alongside it: “high- daughter Louise, reports variety.com. lighter hair” The 19-year-old Born in Bradford, England, Holds- television personality is a huge fan my hair. “It makes me feel like a worth had lived in Southern scene, including Soft Machine and of experimenting with her hair and new person. I love feeling different California for several decades. His Pierre Moerlen’s Gong. He played previously admitted to having an and I love leaving the house know- complex guitar work was cited as an with bassist Stanley Clarke, King “addiction” to changing her hair col- ing that nobody has ever seen me influence by musicians such as Eddie Crimson drummer Bill Bruford’s solo our. Writing on her website, she this way.” However, she feels her Van Halen and Robben Ford. Holds- act, and with violinist Jean-Luc Pon- said: “I first dyed my hair when I love for chopping and changing her worth started out playing with rock ty’s band, and was then recruited to was 16. I dyed it blue and I never hair has damaged her luscious and jazz fusion bands in the early join progressive supergroup UK with even asked my mom. After that, I’ve locks so she now uses wigs to give 1970s and then joined up with acts Bruford, violinist Eddie Jobson, and just had this addiction to changing her a different look every day. from the Canterbury progressive bassist John Wetton. TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017 TECHNOLOGY 13 Robots may help build your next home

Bloomberg developers to fill the gap by having houses and apartment buildings he future of US homebuild- manufactured off-site, for less ing depends on more people money and in a fraction of the time. Tlike Cyndicy Yarborough, a Even Marriott International Inc., the 26-year-old former Wal-Mart clerk world’s biggest hotel operator, is with no background in increasingly turning to modular construction. construction for some of its At Blueprint Robotics in Balti- properties. more, she works in a factory that To meet growing demand, high- builds houses like cars, on an tech plants are opening, and older assembly line, using robots that fire factories that were shuttered after thousands of nails into studs each the last decade’s real estate crash day and never miss. Yarborough -- many in areas such as rural Penn- operates a machine that lifts floors sylvania, where labor costs are and walls and packs them onto a cheap -- are being revived. Build- flatbed truck, the final step before ers hire the factories to manufacture delivery to a development site homes in sections, which are trans- where they’ll be pieced together. ported on trucks, then laid down “I like being a part of something on foundations by cranes, like giant cost-effectively.” labor. The idea of transporting new, on the cutting edge,” said Yar- Legos. Sometimes the modules are U.S. homebuilders say the labor homes in prefabricated sections has borough, a single mother who took fully framed rooms, complete with crunch is their biggest challenge, roots in the early 1900s, when the job at Blueprint last May. tile showers and gourmet and that it’s pushing costs up as homesteaders could buy kits from For all the concern over auto- kitchens. much as 5.2 percent on average, a Sears, Roebuck & Co. catalog for mation removing jobs from the “This has to be the wave of the according to National Association assembly on their newly acquired workforce, companies like Blue- future -- I don’t know how we solve of Home Builders/Wells Fargo sur- plots of land. In the 1980s and 1990s, print are actually helping to ease a the labor shortage otherwise,” said veys last year. President Donald it became increasingly popular to labour shortage that has crimped John Burns, an Irvine, California- Trump’s proposals to crack down build lower-cost homes in facto- construction of residences and based homebuilding consultant. on undocumented workers may ries, according to Gary Fleisher, commercial properties across the “What drives modular construction further squeeze the industry, one who runs a blog for the industry country. The plants enable is the ability to build the house more heavily dependent on immigrant called Modularhomecoach.com. New Google Earth to Apple to replace iPad 4th be launched today generation with iPad Air 2 oogle is reportedly building ustomers who need to replace an overhauled version of its their fourth generation iPad GGoogle Earth that will be Cwill now get a newer and more unveiled during an Earth Day event capable iPad Air 2 as a substitute in New York City today, a media from Apple Stores and authorised report said. service providers, a media report According to a report in Express. said. co.uk yesterday, Google has sent Apple is doing this because the invitations for an Earth Day- Google Earth would replace its company has no stock left of the themed event to be held at Whitney Google Maps app. In 2008, Google aging and now discontinued fourth Museum of Art in New York City. included its Street View feature generation iPad, 9to5Mac website Google Earth is a virtual globe that that offers a panoramic view from reported on Saturday. allows users to trawl satellite eye-level of streets across the Apple has also asked its staff to images of the planet’s surface. It world, in Google Maps. A dramat- inform customers of the replacement uses image resolutions that range ically revamped version of Google unit’s colour and capacity. The iPad reason, the users may receive a between 15m to 15cm. One can Earth could bring in more func- Air 2 introduced a new gold colour slight upgrade in storage when search any area on the earth tionality from Google Maps, option, and has 32GB and 128GB stor- getting a replacement in addition through Google Earth. It is including traffic reports and local age options while 16GB and 64GB to the device’s newer and more assumed that the new version of listings, the report said. models were discontinued. For that powerful internals overall. 14 CINEMA PLUS TUESDAY 18 APRIL 2017

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Fast & Furious 8 (2D/Action) 10:30, 11:00, 11:40am, 12:00noon, 12:30, 1:15, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, The Fate of The Furiour 3:00, 4:30, 5:30, 8:00 & 11:00pm 3:30, 4:00, 5:00, 5:20, 6:00, 6:30, 6:45, 8:00, 8:10, 9:00, 9:30, 9:40, 11:00, 11:15, 11:55pm, Beauty & The Beast (2D/Family) 2:15pm 12:15 & 12:30am Smurfs: The Lost Village (2D/Animation) 2:30pm Going In Style (2D/Comedy) 11:00am, 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00pm Rabbit School (2D/Animation) 4:30pm Smurfs: The Lost Village (2D/Animation) 10:00am, 12:00noon, 2:00, 4:00, 6:00 & 8:00pm Shivalinga (2D/Tamil) 6:00pm Yabani Asli (2D/Arabic) 2:00, 8:00, 10:00pm & 12:00midnight The Great Father (2D/Malayalam) 6:45 & 10:30pm Rabbit School (2D/Animation) 10:00am, 1:30, 5:00 & 8:30pm Robo Dog: Airborne (2D/Family) 9:00pm Robo-Dog: Airborne (2D/Family) 11:40am, 3:10 & 6:40pm Eloise (2D/Horror) 9:30pm Eloise (2D/Horror) 10:10pm & 12:00midnight Kadamvan (2D/Tamil) 11:15pm Chips (2D/Comedy) 10:00am, 4:00 & 10:00pm Aftermath (2D/Thriller) 12:00noon, 6:00pm & 12:00midnight ASIAN TOWN Fast & Furious 8 (2D IMAX/Action) 10:00am, 12:50, 3:40, 6:30, 9:20pm & 12:10am The Great Father (Malayalam) 4:30, 7:00pm Take Off (Malayalam) 4:30 & 6:30pm Shivalinga 3:00 & 9:30pm MALL Kadamban (Tamil) 7:30pm Smurfs: The Lost Village (2D/Animation) 2:00 & 3:45pm ROXY Rabbit School (2D/Animation) 2:00pm The Great Father (2D/Malayalam) 2:30 & 11:00pm Rabbit School 2:00, 4:00 & 6:00pm Fast & Furious 8 2:00, 4:45 & 7:30pm The Fate of The Furiour 3:45, 6:15, 8:30, 8:45 & 11:15pm The Great Father (Malayalam) 2:00, 5:00 & 8:00pm Kadamban 8:00pm Shivalinga 9:30pm Robo Dog: Airborne (2D/Family) 5:30pm Shivalinga (2D/Tamil) 5:30pm Beauty & The Beast (2D/Family) 7:15pm Eloise (2D/Horror) 9:30pm TAKE OFF Kadamvan (2D/Tamil) 11:15pm

LANDMARK The Great Father (2D/Malayalam) 2:15 & 11:00pm Rabbit School (2D/Animation) 2:30pm Robo Dog: Airborne (2D/Family) 2:15 & 9:15pm Smurfs: The Lost Village (2D/Animation) 4:15pm The Fate of The Furious 4:00, 6:00, 6:30, 8:30 & 11:00pm Eloise (2D/Horror) 5:00 & 11:30pm Shivalinga (2D/Tamil) 6:45pm Kadamvan (2D/Tamil) 9:00pm A young Muslim woman (Parvathy) struggles to find love and Note: Programme is subject to change without prior notice. happiness in midst of the ongoing civil war in Iraq.

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Conceptis Sudoku: Conceptis Sudoku is a number-placing puzzle based on a 9×9 grid. The object is to place the numbers 1 to 9 in the empty squares so that each row, each column and each 3×3 box contains the same number only once.

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