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CAMPUS | 3 HEALTH | 8 BOLLYWOODOD | 1122 PIS hholds workshop Drones may help Arbaaz not titledtitled Differentiated save lives faster directing ‘Dabanggbangg 3’: Instruction than ambulance Salman Khann Email: [email protected]

The “traffic ladies” who marshal vehicles at the intersections are an emblematic image of Pyongyang. TRAFFIC LADIES P | 44-55

03 THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 CAMPUS PIS holds workshop titled Differentiated Instruction earning is an ongoing process and for receptive minds it ceases only when they migrate from this terrestrial plain to the Lcelestial one. Among human beings, one group of such receptive minds is called ‘teachers’. A teacher exists essentially to enlighten others and he can fulfil this responsibility if he himself is better informed, knowl- edgeable, and equipped with the new tactics and tools in vogue in his field. These new tactics and tools are primarily new approaches, meth- ods, and teaching techniques. Teaching in the modern era is not meant to transmit knowledge only but to transmit it smartly, ensuring that the learners not only imbibe information but also apply it as and when needed. To fulfil this requirement of modern-day academia, quality was Saba Batool, from Middle East of Differentiated Instruction and At the end of the workshop, a institutions arrange training work- International School, Qatar. The then she involved the select partic- precise question-answer session shops and seminars for their faculty. aim of the workshop was to share ipants in two activities to was held. The participants also One such workshop, titled “Differ- the philosophy of Differentiated demonstrate the way Differentiated shared their views with the entiated Instruction” (D.I), was held Instruction and the feasibility of its Instruction works. resource person on the challenges at Pakistan International School use in the academic context. The activities illustrated well of teaching-learning practices in (PIS), Qatar. Teachers of all wings Differentiated Instruction is an how to make mixed ability students traditional scenarios. The workshop of the school attended it. Nargis ‘approach’ that works on the work on the same task and how to ended surfacing the key idea: par- Raza Otho, principal, and the VPs premise ‘No Child Left Behind.’ Saba ensure practical involvement of all adigm shift in the mind of the of four wings were also present at Batool, shared with the workshop group members in learning teacher is the key to revamp teach- the occasion. The resource person participants, first, the background process. ing and learning. Contribution of parents to keep Rajagiri green

handravadana, one of our parents, mother of Master Aniesh Saravanan of CGrade 4 B was so happy to contribute towards keeping Rajagiri Public School cam- pus green and clean. She sent saplings to school and the principal got them planted so that the campus is kept green and clean. The students of Grade 4 B along with principal and the head teachers planted them. It gave them a real experience of planting. They felt an eagerness to see the sapling grow into its original size one day. They watered the sapling with the feeling that they are helping the environment to be green, clean and natural. 04 COVER STORY THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 Driven to distraction: ‘Traffic ladies’ of Pyongyang

AFP subject of visiting tourists and journalists. “They are representing the capital city,” explained a senior officer of the ministry of public napping their heads from side to side, security, which supervises traffic regulation. “That’s marching into the roads in close-fitting why they are selected based on their appearance blue uniforms and black heels, the “traf- and physique.” fic ladies” who marshal vehicles at the No age limit applies to their roughly 400 male intersections of Pyongyang are an counterparts — who tend to be stationed at round- Semblematic image of the North Korean capital. abouts. The rules were because “normally, the Officially known as traffic security officers but women in our country marry at the age of 26 or universally referred to as traffic ladies, they are 27”, explained the officer, who did not want to be chosen for their looks in a society that remains tra- named. “Because the role is tough and difficult, they ditionalist in many respects. can only do the job when they are single.” They must leave the role if they marry, and have a finite shelf-life, with compulsory retirement loom- Tough training ing at just 26. The 300-odd ladies are unique to The traffic ladies were originally introduced in Pyongyang, which North Korean authorities are the 1980s, when vehicles were a rarity on the streets always keen to present in the best possible light of Pyongyang and remained so for decades, giving despite their nuclear-armed country’s impover- rise to the surreal sight of them directing — with ished status, and ensure a steady supply of precision and energy — non-existent cars on wide photogenic young women who are the favourite but deserted boulevards. 05 THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 COVER STORY

“The great leader shows them endless care and love,” the minis- try officer said. “That’s why they do their best in their efforts, to repay the great love of the great presi- dents and dear Respected Marshal Kim Jong-Un.”

Second to none The traffic ladies are “second to none” as a photo subject for tour- ists visiting Pyongyang, said Simon Cockerell, general manager of spe- cialist travel agency Koryo Tours, who has been leading trips to North Korea for more than 15 years. “They appear to have the dual function of directing traffic and brightening up the streets of the capital,” he said. “I don’t believe there has been a tourist who has visited Pyongyang and not taken a photo of a traffic lady.” “I think it would be no exagger- ation to call them iconic,” he added — although they were “somewhat As part of North Korea’s secu- despite United Nations sanctions can still get sore — have no fear of objectified” by visitors. rity forces they hold officer ranks, imposed over Pyongyang’s nuclear their blue uniforms being replaced With retirement ahead Senior and Senior Captain Ri Myong-Sim, and missile programmes, although by red, amber and green. Captain Ri is taking a training 24, said: “I have to carry out each the North keeps most statistics The lights “help the humans do course to become a teacher. and every action with discipline and secret and precise figures are not their jobs more easily”, said Ri. But she let the facade of disci- spirit.” available. Their kit includes thick cotton pline slip when asked if the focus A seven-year veteran, she cuts Traffic lights have been intro- coats for winter — when their was annoying. an imposing presence in her high- duced at most intersections, but the breath condenses instantly in the “We are so concentrated on peaked cap and white gloves. Her ladies — who say they work an hour bitter cold — flashing orange halters doing our jobs we rarely notice the “tough training” had involved on, an hour off, although their feet for night work, and sunscreen. attention,” she giggled. “exhausting repetition” of the moves, she said. “But every time I felt that, the thing that kept me going and drove me was the thought that our leader, who cares for only the happiness of our people all year long, was watching us work,” she said, stand- ing ramrod-straight at the Changjon crossroads in central Pyongyang. “So I could practice throughout the night and keep going on the next day without feeling tired at all.” Ordinary North Koreans nor- mally only express officially approved sentiments when ques- tioned by foreign media. An obelisk down the road pro- claimed: “The Great President Kim Il-Sung and the Great Leader Kim Jong-Il will always be with us.”

Great love Vehicle numbers have increased in the capital in recent years as authorities quietly liberal- ise the economy, leading to growth 06 COMMUNITY / CAMPUS THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 Malarvadi holds Holy Quran recitation contest

alarvadi children children selected for final round Mohammed Riyas, Jaffer Shameem Waheedudheen, Aabida Subair, organisation con- competition from 10 areas. and Asma Nisar are first three place Nusrath Shuaib, Asma Abdulla, ducted 7th Holy In Islamic Quiz, Alisha Abdul winners. Bushra Rafi, Khadeeja Noushad, Quran recitation Naser, Fathima Sithara, Hanin IIA General Secretary Salam Bin Nadeera Beevi, Sainaba Abdul Jaleel, and Islamic Quiz Shamsheer bagged first, second and Hassan, Ladies wing president Sajna Najeem distributed the prizes Mcontest in connection with Holy third prize, respectively. In Holy Nafeesath Beevi, Malarvadi Chief for winners and all participants. The Ramadan. Around 500 children up Quran Recitation junior category coordinator Siyad, Malarvadi offi- programe was followed by Iftar to 13 years old participated in its Ilham Abdul Aziz, Aysha Rana, Ayha cials Abdul Kader AKP, which was attended by over 250 primary round contest in various Mahrin took first three places while Shamsudheen K, Abdul Latheef VP, people including participants and parts of Qatar. Out of that 77 in senior category Fadhil Siddique Padiyath, Abdul Naser, their parents. IIS student wins Qatar National Biology Olympiad

eegana Doulath of Ideal independent and Indian schools qualified students in March. round with distinction were Indian School won first participated in the contest. The training covered the top- awarded gold medals and the rest Rprize in the prestigious The top 25% contested in the ics at the International Biology received silver and bronze med- Qatar National Biology Olympiad second round in February Olympiad. The top 11 students who als.Reegana Doulath was organized by the Ministry of Edu- included questions covering the qualified the third round were honoured with a Gold Medal and cation and Higher Education biology syllabus of grade XI and given training at Weill Cornell a Certificate of Appreciation for recently. More than 350 students XII. The Ministry of Skill Develop- Medical College in May. The top 4 her exemplary performance in the from national, international, ment offered training for the students who entered the fourth contest. 07 THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 MARKETPLACE Alfardan Automobiles hosts Suhoor s a part of its Ramadan Calendar every year, Alfardan Automobiles, the sole agent of BMW, Mini and Rolls Royce in AQatar organised Suhoor buffet for media staff at the St. Regis, Doha . The marketing team of Alfardan Automobiles Company welcomed the visitors and invited them to par- take in the Suhoor buffet The outcome of the event was in exchange of all the media staff in discussions of some matters especially related to auto filed. At the end of the event all media staff had taken memorable photos with the Marketing team of Alfardan Automobiles. Book & win tickets with In cooperation with Al Meera, QCS distributes Iftar boxes Banana Island Resort atar Cancer Society (QCS) has launched supply of Iftar boxes for fasting people on Doha & Qatar Airways Qthe streets during Ramadan. ‘Iftar Boxes ‘launched by QCS in cooperation verybody loves the idea of time away with Al Meera Consumer Goods Co, aims to facil- from it all and this Ramadan Banana itating fasting for those who are out of their EIsland Resort Doha offers its guests homes, and included water and dates, as well as not one, but two opportunities to do just messages to introduce the charity and aware- that. This holy month, when guests book ness about the importance of a healthy lifestyle the Ramadan Island Escape Package, either to prevent diseases such as cancer. online on over the phone, they will imme- This initiative is a continuation of the chari- diately be entered into a draw to win 2 ty’s mission in spreading its awareness message, tickets from Qatar Airways to any destina- where (QCS) is keen to organise everything that tion around the world. will improve its services and expand its benefi- The package starts at QR1,199 per night ciaries through a range of activities. and includes an unforgettable stay in the luxurious room, suite or villa, Iftar and Suhoor for two, late checkout until 4pm, luxury boat transfers to and from the island and special Ramadan amenities. 08 HEALTH THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017

Drones may help save lives faster than ambulance

IANS needed,” said Andreas Claesson, from the Karolinska Institute, in rones carrying defibrillators Sweden. An eight-rotor drone was may help save lives of heart developed and certified by the Dattack victims — by deliver- Swedish Transportation Agency. It ing a dose of electric current — four was equipped with a defibrillator times faster than the time taken by (weight 1.7 lbs), a global position- an ambulance to reach the spot, ing system (GPS), a high-definition researchers say. camera and integrated with an Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest autopilot software system. has low survival, with reducing time The drones were activated by a to defibrillation as the most impor- dispatcher and sent to a particular tant factor for increasing survival. address with the defibrillator -- that For every minute that passes are designed to give spoken instruc- between a person collapsing due tions so that any bystander can use to cardiac arrest and defibrillation, them, further reducing the response the chances of survival decrease by time. 10 per cent, the study said. The drones responded to 18 In the study, published by JAMA, in less time than emergency med- clinically important. Nonetheless, simulated cardiac arrests within a the researchers simulated an out- ical services, with a reduction in further test flights, technological six-mile radius of their base, beat- of-hospital cardiac arrest, and response time of about 16 development, and evaluation of ing the ambulance every time with found that drones carrying an auto- minutes. integration with dispatch centres a median reduction in response mated external defibrillator arrived “Saving 16 minutes is likely to be and aviation administrators are time of 16:39 minutes. Western diet and gene may Seal oil could help people fuel risk of Alzheimer’s with Type-1 diabetes eal oil has the potential to help promote nerve regener- onsuming a western diet that is “Part of what the results are saying ation in patients with Type-1 diabetes, says a study. high in cholesterol, fat and sugar is that risk doesn’t affect everybody the S The study showed that patients who ingested an Cmay influence the development same, and that’s true for most risk fac- omega-3 supplement derived from seal oil twice a day over a of Alzheimer’s disease in people who tors,” said lead author Christian Pike, one-year period reported an increase in corneal nerve fibre carry a gene linked to the neurodegen- Professor at the University of South- length. “Nothing like this has been attempted in humans before,” erative disease, a study showed. ern California - Davis. said one of the study’s authors Evan Lewis from Krembil Neu- ApoE4 and ApoE3 are two variants “Your genes have a big role in what roscience Centre, University Health Network in Canada. of a gene that codes for a protein, apol- happens to you, but so does your envi- “Results from this trial are a very important step towards ipoprotein E, which binds fats and ronment and your modifiable lifestyle a clinical therapy for people with diabetic neuropathy,” Lewis cholesterol. factors. How much you exercise said. Diabetic neuropathy is a form of nerve damage caused While ApoE4 variant is linked to becomes important and what you eat by diabetes. Symptoms vary from patient to patient, but can increased inflammation, Alzheimer’s becomes important,” Pike added. include tingling, numbness, loss of sensation, a feeling of burn- and cardiovascular disease, ApoE3, For the study, the team placed a ing in the hands and feet, constant pain and difficulty in walking. does not increase the risk for the dis- group of mice with ApoE4 on a con- There are currently no therapies available for patients that ease, and is much more common trol diet that was 10 per cent fat and stop or reverse its effects. “This study is the first to show that variant. seven per cent sucrose, while another targeted nutritional invention can stop and reverse small fibre However, not all carriers of APOE4 group of mice with ApoE4 ate a damage,” the study’s principal investigator Vera Bril from the gene develop the disease, the research- Western diet that was of 45 per cent University Health Network said. ers said. fat and 17 per cent sucrose for 12 The study involved 40 patients and focused primarily on The findings revealed that when weeks. A similar test was run on mice corneal nerve fibre length. Located at the front of the eye, the APOE4-carrying mice were fed a West- with ApoE3. cornea has the highest density of nerves in the body. ern-like diet high for 12 weeks, they On the unhealthy diet, both the Damage to these nerves, or loss of corneal nerve fibre showed increased deposits of beta- mice with ApoE4 and those with ApoE3 length, is considered a biomarker for the progression of Type-1 amyloid protein plaques -- a marker gained weight and became pre-dia- diabetes. The study did not measure vision recovery. Research- for inflammation -- in their brains. betic. But most significantly, those with ers investigated the effects of the omega-3 seal oil supplement They also exhibited a greater number ApoE4 on the unhealthy diet quickly on nerve structure and found that patients on average expe- of glial cells -- the brain cells respon- developed the signature plaques that rienced a 29 per cent increase in corneal nerve fibre length, sible for immunity response. obstruct cognition and memory. which is considered to be representative of small nerve fibre regeneration in other parts of the body.

10 FOOD THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017

Horseradish deviled eggs

Bonnie S Benwick Ingredients per, for garnish pepper. Puree until smooth. Taste, The Washington Post 12 hard-cooked eggs 6 servings (makes 24 halves) and add more salt, as needed. 1/4 cup mayonnaise, preferably Steps Transfer the filling to a piping Duke’s (may use low-fat) Cut the eggs in half lengthwise. bag or gallon-size zip-top bag. Fill hese are just a bit more tangy 2 tablespoons prepared white Separate the whites and yolks and each egg white half. Just before than your standard deviled horseradish make sure the egg white halves serving, sprinkle each one with the Teggs— a nice change of pace. 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped have no trace of cooked yolks. (You paprika or Aleppo pepper. Make Ahead: The eggs can be hard- fresh dill may wish to slice a thin layer off cooked up to 1 week in advance; 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt, or the bottoms of each one, for Nutrition: Per filled half: 50 cal- refrigerate in an airtight container more as needed stability.) ories, 3 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, and let the egg white halves come Dash freshly ground black Place the yolks in a mini-food 5 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 95 mg cho- to a cool room temperature before pepper processor, along with the mayo, lesterol, 60 mg sodium, 0 g dietary serving. Sweet paprika or Aleppo pep- horseradish, dill, salt and black fiber, 0 g sugar. 11 THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 FOOD

Strawberry souffle

Maura Judkis stitute strawberry jam) saucepan to medium heat, whisk- using a whisk to distribute. Then The Washington Post 1 cup hulled, diced ing for about 1 minute, until use a rubber spatula to fold in the strawberries thickened. remaining beaten egg whites; it’s ou’ll need a souffle baking Confectioners’ sugar, for Cook for about 2 minutes, okay to leave some large streaks of dish with a 1-quart capacity dusting whisking constantly, to form a glossy white. Transfer to the baking dish, Y(6 to 7 inches in diameter). pastry cream that is easy to stir. using a spatula to level the Steps Remove from the heat and cover to surface. Make Ahead: The pastry cream Preheat the oven to 475 degrees. keep warm. Run your thumb around the rim can be prepared and refrigerated up Grease the inside of the baking dish Beat the egg whites in the bowl of the baking dish to clear any excess to 1 day in advance. Bring to room with butter and then add just enough of a stand mixer fitted with a bal- batter, creating a “lid” effect on top. temperature before using. granulated sugar to coat, shaking out loon-whisk attachment or a Bake (middle rack) for 5 minutes, any excess. handheld electric mixer on medium then reduce the temperature to 425 4 servings Heat the milk in a small sauce- speed until frothy, then add the degrees and bake for 20 to 25 min- pan over medium heat, until bubbles cream of tartar and increase the utes, until the souffle has risen about Ingredients form at the edges. speed to medium-high, just until stiff 3 inches above the rim of the bak- Unsalted butter, for the baking Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks peaks form. ing dish and is golden brown on top dish and the 10 teaspoons of granulated Meanwhile, combine the vanilla and springy-firm to the touch. The 10 teaspoons granulated sugar, sugar in a medium bowl, until well extract, kirsch and strawberries in interior will be softly set. plus more for the baking dish incorporated. Whisk in the flour, a separate, large mixing bowl, let- Dust with confectioners’ sugar; 1 cup whole milk until lump-free. ting the berries macerate for a few serve right away. 3 large egg yolks, plus 4 large egg Whisk in about one-quarter of minutes. whites, at room temperature the hot milk to the yolk mixture. Add the warm pastry cream to Nutrition: Per serving: 190 cal- 3 tablespoons flour Once the remaining milk begins to the bowl and stir gently to incorpo- ories, 8 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates, 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar bubble again, take it off the heat. rate the berries. 6 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 145 mg cho- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Immediately whisk in the tempered Fold one-third of the beaten egg lesterol, 90 mg sodium, 0 g dietary 2 tablespoons kirsch (may sub- egg yolk mixture, then return the whites into the berry-pastry cream, fiber, 16 g sugar. 12 BOLLYWOOD THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017

Arbaaz not directing ‘Dabangg 3’: Salman Khan

ollywood superstar Salman and with Sohail, you can improvise “Whenever a filmmaker Khan says his brother Arbaaz on things but in a similar situation, approaches me with a script, first Bdoes not want to direct Arbaaz gets panicked and his blood thing is that, I need to see myself “Dabangg 3”, and that they will find pressure starts to fluctuate. doing it and till the time it doesn’t a “good director” for it. “Now we are going to start happen, I don’t sign a movie. When Salman and his other brother ‘Dabangg 3’, so he (Arbaaz) told me Kabir Khan came to me with the Sohail have been busy promoting ‘Very good, but I am not going to script of ‘Tubelight’, I gradually their forthcoming film “Tubelight”. direct it and I am only producing it’. started looking myself in that char- While Sohail has directed Salman in So I said, ‘Very good, we will find a acter.” He also spoke about the films like “Auzaar”, “Jai Ho”, “Hello good director for that’.” India and China war backdrop Brother” and “Pyaar Kiya To Darna Talking about the process of which has been shown in the film. Kya”, Arbaaz has directed Salman in choosing his films, Salman said: “I “We have just used it as a back- only one movie “Dabangg 2”. feel that when you listen to a script drop. In this film, we have shown During a media interaction, and if you are not able to see your- that war should end as soon as pos- when Salman was asked about his self in that space, then ideally no sible so that soldiers from both favourite director among the two, matter how beautiful the script is countries could return to their he said: “Since Arbaaz doesn’t want you should not do it, or then you homes because whenever war hap- to direct, I feel Sohail is a better have to work that hard to visually pens, soldiers on both sides die and life without them.” “Tubelight” is director because he is more patient see yourself in the movie. their kids or parents live their whole releasing on June 23.

‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’ Tiger Shroff says he’s ‘biggest fan’ of Michael Jackson makers upbeat about ctor Tiger Shroff, who is Ahmedabad and Indore between response to trailer gearing up for the release of June 18-25 for the auditions. Ahis forthcoming film “Munna The actors will shortlist partic- he makers of Akshay Kumar Michael”, says he believes he is late ipants from each city who will and Bhumi Pednekar’s pop legend Michael Jackson’s big- travel to Mumbai in July for the T“Toilet: Ek Prem Katha” are gest fan. &pictures has partnered grand finale. “I wish all the best to feeling encouraged with the with Eros International and Next the dancers for the auditions. It will response to the film’s trailer, Gen Films to bring a contest titled be great to witness so much talent which gives an entertaining “Main Hoon Michael” ahead of the and shortlist nine winners who will glimpse into the powerful mes- theatrical release of Eros and Viki travel to Mumbai for the final face- sage that the film sets out to give. Rajani’s “Munna Michael”. off,” Tiger added. The final dance The film, produced by Neeraj Tiger will travel to different cities biggest fan. And ‘Main Hoon extravaganza in Mumbai will have Pandey and Shital Bhatia, delves across India to identify the biggest Michael’ is an opportunity for me the “heropanti” star showcase his into the importance of having a dancing fans of Jackson. Talking to meet people who share the same stunning dance moves along with toilet in a house. Its trailer about it, the actor said in a state- passion for MJ as I do.” Nidhi. “Munna Michael”, which is released on June 11, and has so ment: “When it comes to Michael Tiger and debutante Nidhhi directed by Sabbir Khan, is set to far garnered over 14,500,000 Jackson, I like to call myself his Agerwal will visit Lucknow, release on July 21. views on YouTube. Bhatia said in a statement:”Everywhere we are going and whoever we are speak- Morocco schedule of ‘Tiger ing to now, is only raving about Taapsee starts shooting for ‘Judwaa 2’ the trailer of ‘Toilet: Ek Prem ctress Taapsee Pannu yesterday started shoot- Katha’. The response has been Zinda Hai’ begins ing the Mumbai schedule of “Judwaa 2”. Last extremely humbling for us. As a ilmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar is prepping for the next Amonth, Taapsee had wrapped up the London company, our main aim is to keep schedule of “Tiger Zinda Hai”, which will be tak- schedule of the movie, in which she features with Varun making cinema that is relevant Fing place in Morocco. Zafar took to Twitter, where Dhawan. Now she has started shooting at the Film City and touches hearts of the people. he shared a photograph of an opened suitcase filled with here. “We will have a song and a few scenes to be shot This film has all those qualities and his clothes. “Back to packing bags, prep for Morocco. here before we leave for Portugal next month. The song we are very excited to present this Schedule begins... ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’,” Zafar captioned ‘Tan tana tan’ will be shot on a set,” Taapsee said.. The film to the audiences.” image. The Yash Raj Films (YRF) project is a sequel to film marks the actress’s second collaboration with direc- The movie marks yet another “Ek Tha Tiger”. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, it features tor David Dhawan, who gave her a debut role in association for them with Akshay Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. The team of “Tiger Zinda “Chashme Baddoor”. With “Judwaa 2”, another enter- after “Special 26”, “Baby”, “Rus- Hai” also shot in Abu Dhabi. Salman and Katrina have taining side of Taapsee’s acting skills will be seen after tom” and “Naam Shabana”. previously worked in films like “Ek Tha Tiger”, “Yuv- intense dramas like “Baby”, “Pink” and “Naam Shabana”. “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha” is vraj”, “Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?” and “Partner”. releasing on August 11. 13 THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 TECHNOLOGY Microsoft releases new Windows XP security patch n the wake of the recent cyber to WannaCrypt. attacks including ‘WannaCrpyt”, If you are running a supported IMicrosoft has issued a “highly version of Windows, such as Win- unusual” patch for Windows XP dows 10 or Windows 8.1, and you users to help governments and have Windows Update enabled, you enterprises minimise future mal- do not need to take any action. ware attacks. “The best protection is to be on “In reviewing the updates for a modern, up-to-date system that this month, some vulnerabilities incorporates the latest innovations. were identified that pose elevated Older systems, even if fully up-to- risk of cyberattacks by government date, lack the latest security features organisations, sometimes referred and advancements,” the blog post to as nation-state actors, or other read. The patches will be made copycat organisations,” said Adri- available on Microsoft’s Download enne Hall, General Manager, Cyber Centre or Windows Update. Defense Operations Centre, Micro- “We appreciate your business soft, in a blog post on Tuesday. and are committed to delivering “To address this risk, we are pro- updates are being made available for destructive cyber attacks at this the most secure and trusted tech- viding additional security updates to all customers, including those time, the company took this action nology possible in today’s complex along with our regular ‘Update using older versions of Windows,” to protect users against potential and interconnected world,” Hall Tuesday’ service. These security Hall added. Due to the elevated risk attacks with characteristics similar noted. Instagram releases ‘Phubbed’ people turn to ‘Archive’ similar to phones for acceptance Snapchat’s ‘Memories’

belonging,” said lead author of the study acebook-owned Instagram has introduced Meredith David, Assistant Professor at Bay- a new feature called “Archive” which lets lor University in Waco, Texas. “Being Fyou move previously shared posts into a pri- phubbed was also found to undermine an vate space much like photo-sharing app Snapchats individual’s psychological well-being. “Memories”. Phubbed individuals reported higher levels Instagram hopes that “Archive” will not only of stress and depression,” David added. stop people from deleting their photos but also The researchers surveyed more than 330 make them more comfortable with sharing cer- people across two studies and found that tain photos in the first place. nearly half of those who were phubbed “Your profile is a representation of who you are reported spending more than 1.5 hours on their and evolves with you over time. With Archive, you hubbing, the practice of ignoring com- phone each day. In addition, one-quarter of now have more flexibility to shape your profile panions in order to pay attention to those phubbed reported spending more than while still preserving moments that matter,” Insta- Ptheir phone or other mobile devices, 90 minutes per day on social media sites. More gram said in a post on Wednesday. may lead to a vicious cycle as researchers than a third of phubbed individuals indicated The feature allows for posts that have been have found that those who are “phubbed” by that they turn to social media to interact with previously shared on the platform to be hidden others, themselves often turn to their smart- new people. More than half of individuals who from a user’s public profile without deleting them, phones and social media to find acceptance. said they were phubbed indicated that social by moving them to an archive section that is vis- The offended parties frequently jump online media enhances their life and makes their life ible to only them with the option to move it back to find affirmation in the likes and shares and better. The majority reported that people’s into the profile at any time. positive comments of social media, said the comments on their social media posts make “Archive” is similar to Snapchat’s “Memories” study published online in the Journal of the them feel affirmed and more accepted. which was launched in 2016 as a way to save vid- Association for Consumer Research. “Although the stated purpose of technol- eos and photos shared on Snapchat in a private “When an individual is phubbed, he/she ogy like smartphones is to help us connect archive. The move comes after the recent addi- feels socially excluded, which leads to an with others, in this particular instance, it tion of a slew of new features by Instagram with increased need for attention. Instead of turn- does not,” David said. “Ironically, the very many of these new features being remarkably sim- ing to face-to-face interaction to restore a technology that was designed to bring ilar to those in Snapchat. Specially notable among sense of inclusion, study participants turned humans closer together has isolated us from these is the “Stories” feature first debuted on Snap- to social media to regain a sense of these very same people,” she added. chat in 2013, introduced by Instagram in August 2016 under the same name. 14 CINEMA PLUS THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017

NOVO — Pearl ROYAL PLAZA VILLAGGIO & CITY CENTER

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LANDMARK Raabta (2D/Hindi) 9:00pm The Mummy (2D/Action) 9:30pm Voice From The Stone (2D/Drama) 9:30pm Outlaws And Angels (2D/Action) 11:30pm Puthan Panam (2D/Malayalam) 11:30pm Bodom (2D/Horror) 11:45pm In 2017, Shiv and Saira fall for each other and form an inseparable connection. Until, Saira crosses paths with a reincarnated lover from Note: Programme is subject to change without prior notice. a previous lifetime who is determined to make her his lover again.

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HAGAR THE HORRIBLE 15 THURSDAY 15 JUNE 2017 BRAIN TEASERS

CROSSWORD CONCEPTIS SUDOKU

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.

Yesterday’s answer

ALL IN THE MIND

BACCARAT, BACKGAMMON, BINGO, BLACKJACK, BRIDGE, CHECKERS, CHESS, CRIBBAGE, CROSSWORD, DARTS, DRAUGHTS, FANTAN, HALMA, JIGSAW, KENO, LOTTO, LUDO, MAHJONG, MARBLES, MONOPOLY, NOUGHTS AND CROSSES, PACHISI, PAPER CHASE, PINBALL, POKER, ROULETTE, SCRABBLE, SLIDER, SNAKES AND LADDERS, TANGRAM, TIC-TAC-TOE, TREASURE HUNT, WHIST.

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