Issue 52 - 25 July - 7 Aug 2013

BANGKOKAsia’s friendliest city or the Big Mango

True heartwarming story about a specialfather-son relationship

UAE’s Olympic Gold Medalist

ABDULLAH SULTAN AL ARYANI

Embrace going bald like a real man

Discover the top five staple handbags that

every women needs

MOM’S LITTLE SECRETTO HAPPY FACES AND WARM EMBRACES THIS RAMADAN.

Our Ramadan Col lect ion is a l l about sty le and substance in plenty, to make you look and feel your

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INBOXThis page is all about you! Send us your poems, pictures or letters and see them published here, ask us your questions and pick up some handy environmental tips

NEWSAll the news from around Al Ain

SPORTSKeep up to date with the latest happenings in Al Ain’s world of sport

FEATURESTrue heartwarming story of a father and son relationship

URBAN WOMANIt’s all about handbags in this column. Discover the top five staple handbags that every women needs

STUFF FOR MENLosing your hair? Learn how to embrace the experience in a positive way

BUSINESSTake a look at the differences between working for a small company vs a corporate company

AL MAJLISOlympic Gold Medalist Abdullah Sultan Al Aryani chats to us about his tragedy and triumphs

DIARYWhat do you have planned for the next week? Take a look at our diary for the latest events happening around town

HEALTH & LIFESTYLEDo you suffer from allergies? Discover some simple habits that can help you deal with them

CULTURE & HERITAGELearn why family and the elderly are so important to Arabs CITY REVIEWSWith Eid just around the corner, find out where the best and cheapest place in town is to get your henna done

MY WORLDSee why Bangkok will leave you with unforgettable memories

RECIPESSimple and easy recipes that your family will love

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rom time to time I receive a story that truly touches my heart and feel it worthy to be highlighted. In this issue, we have a heartwarming true story titled a Man Named Rashed. I’ve been holding on to it for a while, as I felt that Ramadan would be the perfect time to publish it; so I hope you find as much faith and devotion in it that I have.

In Al Majlis we chat with Abdullah Sultan Al Aryani the ace shooter who made the nation proud by winning the UAE’s only gold medal in the R6-50m prone rifle shooting category at the 2012 London Paralympics.

In My World we visit a popular holiday destination amongst many UAE residents. Brimming with gold-spired temples, palaces and markets, Bangkok treats visitors to a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds and smiles. If you are planning to visit this captivating city soon, you’ll be happy to find some handy travel tips in this article.

Speaking of travelling, by the time this issue is in your hands I will be back home in Western Canada where I will be spending the last 15 days of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr with my family. Now, I have to admit, it was a big and brave decision to travel half way through the month of Ramadan, mainly due to the long days they fast in North America. With Fijr at 3:45am and Maghrib (Iftar) at 9:45pm, it makes it a 18hour day of fasting. Nevertheless, I figured if my family can do it, so can I; and let’s face it, there are no better ways to spend Iftar and Eid than being united with those dearest to you.

So from here, I leave you in the very capable hands of my team who will be bringing you our upcoming Eid and Back to School issues.

Ramadan Kareem and Happy Reading!

Mona HennawiPublishing Directormonah@thesourceuae.com

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A 64 year old woman in New Zealand inadvertently glued her lips shut with super-glue in the middle of a night, mistaking it for a cold sore cream. Unable to talk, she called emergency for help but could only grunt into the phone.

She grabbed the super glue out from the tray of ointments in a cupboard right next to her bed, and applied it to her lips, unwittingly gluing them shut. To make matters worse, she had a cold that prevented her breathing easily from her nose. Alone, she called emergency but that, too, turned into a frightening experience. "All I could do was grunt," she said. "They asked me where I lived and all I could say was 'mmmmmm'. I was dry retching. I felt like I was going to be sick. I was panicking. I couldn't open my mouth.''

The alert operator and the woman however managed to communicate through tapping on the phone. An ambulance, a team of dog handlers were all sent to her place as the operator was concerned that a crime had befallen the woman and that she may have been gagged.

The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital where doctors used paraffin oil to unseal her lips. Upon arriving home, she threw the glue in the garbage.

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ENVIRONMENTIt makes perfect sense for a restaurant owner to implement more eco-friendly practices not only to protect the environment but also for the financial well being of the restaurant. These days’ people are becoming more aware about earth-friendly businesses and are more likely to support an eco-friendly restaurant. So how can restaurants become more earth friendly? They can start by growing their own organic herb and vegetable garden on-site. It will not only save them money but the produce will be fresher and healthier too!

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MABROOKThe term means “Congratulations”.“Mabrook lil-saiyaara Al jadeed”Congratulations on the new car.

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Food UAE Embassy in Cairo has overseen the distribution of thousands of Ramadan food baskets to underprivileged Egyptian families.

The aid was donated by the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation and the Red Crescent Authority (RCA).

Under directives from the UAE Ambassador, Mohamed Nakhira Al Dhaheri, the food baskets were procured from local markets and handed by the UAE Embassy to Al Nour Wal Amal Association, an Egyptian charity with branches in all Egyptian cities and the Embassy will distribute a second batch of

The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, USA, has donated US $ 4.5 million to help 30 schools in the US state of New Jersey to recover from the impact of the devastating Hurricane Sandy which hit the region last year.

The announcement was made at a ceremony at the Highlands Elementary School attended by the Governor of New Jersey, Chris Christie, his First Lady, Pat Christie, and the UAE Ambassador to the United States, Yousef Al Otaiba.

The donation has been made to the Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund (HSNJRF), chaired by Mrs. Christie, and will

The Red Crescent Authority (RCA) commenced today the distribution of aid to 100, 000 Yemeni children as part of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's Campaign to clothe one million deprived children worldwide.

The UAE Red Crescent Authority (UAE RCA) offered Ramadan Iftar in the Sheikh Zayed Residential City in northern Gaza Strip.

Emad Abu Laban, Head of the UAE RCA's office in the Gaza Strip, said that 1,200 meals have been distributed among the poor and the needy in the impoverished region.

He also explained that the UAE Red Crescent Authority offers daily mass Iftar meals, noting that during the coming period it will distribute Zakat to hundreds of poor families.

Abu Laban expressed his thanks and appreciation to the UAE Red Crescent Authority for supporting the needy families.

For their parts, the Palestinian citizens thanked the UAE, its leadership and its people for their generous support for the Palestinian people and the Red Crescent Authority for the services and assistance it always provides.

The Ramadan Ration convoy, supervised by the Khalifa bin Zayed Humanitarian Foundation, has continued providing assistance to needy Muslim families in northern cities of Portugal.

The UAE Embassy in Portugal oversaw the distribution of the aid. The convoy has distributed Ramadan Rations to mosques in several Portuguese cities in support of Arab immigrant associations and underprivileged families there.

The Muslim community in Portugal welcomed the programme, and beneficiaries and Imams expressed their appreciation of the gesture of the Khalifa bin Zayed Humanitarian Foundation.

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UAE donates to US Hurricane Relief Fund

Clothing distributed to 100,000 Yemeni children

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Iftar Project convoy delivers Ramadan

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Ramadan food baskets in Cairo and other Egyptian cities.

It will also distribute donated clothes to more than one hundred thousand Egyptian children as part of the "Dress one million needy children" campaign which was launched recently by Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

The head of the Al Nour Wal Amal Association, Nadia Abaza, thanked the leadership of the UAE for the generous donations for Egyptians.

help rebuild and repair the technological infrastructure at 30 public schools in nine school districts throughout the state that were significantly impacted by Hurricane Sandy.

According to a statement issued by the Fund, "The UAE Embassy gift, made on behalf of the people of the UAE, will help address critical technology needs, such as infrastructure construction to increase internet bandwidth capacity, wiring and hardware for instructional areas, acquisition of mobile computing devices for faculty and students, and additional training for teachers and administrators.

The campaign aims to paint the smile on faces of one million poor children around the world during the Holy Month of Ramadan. It has also distributed the clothes to thousands of poor needy children in Bosnia and displaced Syrian children in Jordan.

Dr Mohammed Ateeq Al Falahi, Secretary General of the RCA said, "We are successfully distributing the aid as planned to reach out to one million needy children worldwide, thanks to the wide response from all categories to the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's campaign."

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flydubai will begin operating flights to Medina on 25 July 2013, making it the 65th destination for the Dubai-based airline and 15th addition this year.

flydubai's CEO, Ghaith Al Ghaith, said: "The holy month of Ramadan is a perfect time to commence flights to the holy city of Medina and we are most grateful to the Saudi authorities for their support and assistance in enabling us to establish a direct air link from Dubai." Flights to Medina will operate between Terminal 2 of Dubai International and Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport in Medina. The new route will provide GCC residents and pilgrims from the region with fast and convenient access to Islam's second holiest city after Makkah.

"At the same time, the new route will benefit Medina residents who may wish to visit friends and family during the last two weeks of Ramadan or spend Eid Al-Fitr in the UAE," Al Ghaith added.

flydubai already operates flights to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Abha, Qassim, Ha'il, Tabuk, Yanbu and Taif in the Kingdom.

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said the government counted on the Federal National Council (FNC) to convey concerns of citizens to it.

Addressing speaker and members of the FNC at Zabeel Palace, Sheikh Mohammed said: ‘It’s true that our doors are always wide open to citizens to express their views and requirements, but we really depend on you - as FNC members and representative of the people and as part of people - to communicate to us opinions of citizens and probe their concerns during your field visits to various parts of the country.''

The mandate of the FNC speaker and members, he said, is primarily focused on serving the nation and its citizens given their status as representatives of people and a channel of communication between the citizen and leadership.

''Let me tell you that we all - leadership, government and FNC - working as one team for serving and developing our beloved State at all levels and domains in order to bring about happiness to our citizens across this glorious country,'' Sheikh Mohammed said.

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But the biggest Filipino population in the Middle East, by far, is in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Commission reports that over 1.5 million Filipinos are living in the Kingdom.

Demand has been such that Manila has become a triple daily service, boosting tourism and trade between the Philippines, Dubai and beyond. Over the 23 years, Emirates has carried a total of 5.3 million passengers on the Dubai-Manila sector.

It is estimated that 10 million Filipinos live outside the Philippines - about 10% of the country's home population. The largest number of overseas Filipinos, 3.4 million, reside in the United States.

Other significant Filipino populations in the Middle East can be found in Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon and Oman, according to the Philippines Overseas Employment Administration.

''Today we are living in a stable, prosperous State thanks to Allah, dedication of our founding fathers and energies of men and women of our country's good people, whom we harbour for them deep affection, loyalty and pride for reaching advanced levels of scientific, technological, cultural and administrative progress which make our State a leader and role model in all walks of life, particularly in human development, which we are proud to be a pioneer in sectors like management, planning, tourism and investment among others.'' Sheikh

Mohammed lauded the existing cooperation and coordination between the government and the house in a variety of issues, mainly those dealing with delivery of best services to citizens and residents alike and provision of all factors for comfort, dignity and decent life for every individual in UAE community.

Speaking on behalf of FNC members Sultan bin Rashid Al Dhaheri paid gratitude to the wise leadership for empowering the house so as to deliver its national message towards the homeland and its people. He noted that the generous leadership since the era of the late founding fathers (Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum) had spared no efforts to enable citizens lives in security, social, economic and political stability.

Today, he added, the UAE leadership, spearheaded by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Their Highnesses Rulers of Emirates and His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, are staying the course of the founding fathers.

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Emirates Airline stated that the countdown to the launch of its new destination in the Philippines is well underway with just 10 weeks to go until the first flight.

Clark International, in Angeles, 80 kilometres north of Manila, will become the airline's second destination in the south east Asian archipelago after Manila.

The Clark route, effective 1st October, will create a new channel to connect millions of Filipinos living around the world - the Middle East being one of the most popular overseas regions, the carrier said in a press release.

Nearly 680,000 Filipinos live in the UAE alone, according to the Commission on Filipinos Overseas. Introductory fares from Dubai to Clark International start at AED 2,605.

A further 342,000 Filipinos reside in Qatar and 186,000 are based in Kuwait.

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Only 17% of heart patients use an ambulanceOnly one in five high risk patients suffering of a cardiac ailment will reach out to contact emergency medical services, as the remaining will travel to the hospital by their own means, according to data in the Arab Gulf region.

With Acute Coronary Syndrome currently being one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the Arab Gulf States and worldwide, it is crucial that high risk patients have the necessary support by emergency medical services to prevent and diagnose the illness at an earlier time.

Only 17% of heart patients across Kuwait, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Qatar, and Bahrain arrive to the hospital by ambulance. This is inclusive of critically ill patients who require medical attention immediately.

The lack of emergency medical service utilization use was associated with younger age, smoking, chest pain, prior heart attack and family history of premature coronary disease. Results revealed that patients who had arrived through emergency medical services were more likely to be female at 27% compared to male at 23%, and an older age group, at 58 +/- 13 years2.

With a focus on trying to change people's behavior to benefit their health, the Safe@Heart initiative, an educational program created by Emirates Cardiac Society and supported by AstraZeneca Gulf, addresses the region's unmet medical needs of cardiovascular disease. The program promotes a safer lifestyle which emphasizes that small changes can make a big difference. The decision to contact an ambulance is impactful and in some cases, compulsory.

Further information can be extracted from Safe@Heart's website, safeatheart.com, which provides support through the first Arabic and English website dedicated to heart health in the Middle East.

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A total of 23 beggars were arrested in the first five months of this year, including 19 males, 4 females, and one minor and the total number of notifications during the same period stood at 23, according to statistics published by the Capital Police Directorate.

Brigadier Maktoum Ali Al Sharifi, Director of the Capital Police Directorate at the Abu Dhabi Police, indicated that the Directorate has intensified its clampdown campaigns on beggars to protect the society from their evils.

"There's no place in our society for beggars, who try to gain the sympathy of citizens and residents alike, during this Holy Month," he stated. Moreover, he stressed that the Directorate is endeavoring firmly to fight beggary through task forces established for this end, during the holy month of Ramadan, and will intensify crackdown campaigns across the city of Abu Dhabi to address this scourge and prevent beggars.

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The pinnacle of the Mercedes-Benz promise to deliver the Best or Nothing in luxury automotive development. The prestigious, all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2014, has arrived to Emirates Motor Company’s (EMC) showrooms, the authorized Mercedes-Benz distributor in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, which has also announced an increase of 7% in sales for the first half of 2013 compared to the same period last year.

Attending the press conference at EMC Airport Road Showroom were Mr. Mike Belk, President & CEO of Daimler Middle East & Levant, and Mr. Kamal Rafih, General Manager of EMC.

“With the exciting launch of the long-awaited all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2014, our loyal customers and Mercedes-Benz admirers are eager to explore this dazzling invention. This is evident in the long list of orders we have been receiving from our valuable customers since last year,” commented Mr. Rafih. “Hundreds of bookings have been requested and we are striving to deliver to our dear customers their lavish, dream cars between now and the end of the year – depending on availability. Having said that, we will start delivering the exquisite new S500s immediately followed by the S63 and S400 which will reach our showrooms by October of this year,” he continued.

The ten-day launch ceremony, taking place in EMC’s showroom on Airport Road, attracted many true Mercedes-

Benz admirers and featured an elaborate, creative presentation of the all-new S-Class.

With the three engineering priorities “Intelligent Drive”, “Efficient Technology” and “Essence of Luxury”, the all-new S-Class extends the boundaries of technology on many levels. To underline the superiority of the all-new S-Class, and its ambition to lead, there are many new elements which have never been developed in any car before the S-Class 2014 model.

The new, sophisticated S-Class is the first vehicle in the world whose headlamps, tail lights and interior lighting are fully LED-

based. Plus it is the world’s first car to be able to detect bumps on the road ahead through the Road Surface Scan feature.

The Magic Body Control instantaneously sets up the suspension to deal with the new situation. Another world first is the “active perfuming system” as part of the new Air Balance feature. The perfume atomization system individualizes the smell of the vehicle interior discreetly and mildly. Many other additional features have been added including, PRE-SAFE® Brake, DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop & Go Pilot, and the Active Lane Keeping Assist to name a few.

Emirates Motor Company launches the prestigious, all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class in Abu Dhabi

Al Ain Rotana Hotel hosted an Iftar for all the media in Al Ain to showcase what the hotel is offering during the holy month of Ramadan to its valued guests and residents.

The media enjoyed a wide variety of Arabic specialties at the Al Zaeem Village, which is a great venue for the guests who would like to enjoy traditional Arabic food for Iftar after a long day of fasting. The magical atmosphere is completed by the authentic tunes of Anoun mixed with the contemporary violin preformed by the female duo for the first time at Al Ain Rotana.

Plus everyone is eligible to enter a raffle draw with special prizes starting from gift vouchers to airline tickets.

During the event, the management specially the General Manager, Ayman Gharib has taken the opportunity to express their

appreciation for the support the media have extended to the property.

Ayman Gharib the General Manager commented: “Al Ain Rotana will create unforgettable guest experiences that are in line with the spirit of the holy month.

Al Ain Rotana Hotel holds Media Iftar

The stunning setting and decoration of the Al Zaeem Village combined with an outstanding service of the employees and a lavish buffet from our well experienced chefs allows the guests to experience a unique and authentic Arabic experience.”

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I was not more than thirty years old when my wife gave birth to my first child. I still remember that night.

I had stayed out all night long with my friends, as was my habit. It was a night filled with useless talk, and worse, with backbiting, gossiping, and making fun of people. I was mostly the one who made people laugh; I would mock others and my friends would laugh and laugh. No one was safe from my biting mockery, not even my friends. Some people started avoiding me just to be safe from my tongue. I remember on that night, I had made fun of a blind man who I’d seen begging in the market. What was worse, I had put my

foot out in front him – he tripped and fell, and started turning his head around, not knowing what to say.

I went back to my house, late as usual, and I found my wife waiting for me. She was in a terrible state, and said in a quivering voice, “Rashed… where were you?”

“Where would I be, on Mars?” I said sarcastically, “With my friends of course.”

She was visibly exhausted, and holding back tears, she said, “Rashed, I’m so tired. It seems the baby is going to come soon.” A silent tear fell on her cheek.

I felt that I had neglected my wife. I should have taken care of her and not stayed out so much all those nights… especially since she was in her ninth month. I quickly took her to the hospital; she went into the delivery room, and suffered through long hours of pain.

I waited patiently for her to give birth… but her delivery was difficult. Finally the hospital congratulated me on the birth of Salem. They asked me to go see the doctor who had overlooked my wife’s delivery.

“What doctor?” I cried out, “I just want to see my son Salem!”

“First go see the doctor,” they said.

I went to the doctor, and she started talking to me about trials, and about being satisfied with Allah’s decree. Then she said,

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“Your son has a serious deformity in his eyes, and it seems that he has no vision.” I lowered my head while I fought back tears… I remembered that blind man begging in the market who I’d tripped and made others laugh at.

Subhan Allah, you get what you give! I stayed brooding quietly for a while, I didn’t know what to say. Then I remembered my wife and son. I thanked the doctor for her kindness, and went to go see my wife. My wife wasn’t sad. She believed in the decree of Allah. She was content. How often had she advised me to stop mocking people!

“Don’t backbite people,” she always used to repeat. We left the hospital, and Salem came with us.

In reality, I didn’t pay much attention to him. I pretended that he wasn’t in the house with us. When he started crying loudly, I’d escape to the living room to sleep there. My wife took good care of him, and loved him a lot. As for myself, I didn’t hate him, but I couldn’t love him either.

Salem grew. He started to crawl, and had a strange way of crawling. When he was almost one years old, he started trying to walk, and we discovered that he was crippled. I felt like he was an even greater burden on me. After him, my wife gave birth to Umar and Khaled. The years passed, and Salem grew, and his brothers grew. I never liked to sit at home; I was always out with my friends.

I didn’t really feel the passing of the years. My days were all the same. Work and sleep and food and staying out with friends. One Friday, I woke up at 11 am. This was early for me. I was invited to a gathering, so I got dressed and perfumed, and was about to go out. I passed by our living room, and was startled by the sight of Salem – he was sobbing! This was the first time I had noticed Salem crying since he was a baby. Ten years had passed, and I hadn’t paid attention to him. I tried to ignore him now, but I couldn’t take it, I heard him calling out to his mother while I was in the room. I turned towards him, and went closer. “Salem! Why are you crying?” I asked.

When he heard my voice, he stopped crying. Then when he realized how close I was, he started feeling around him with his small hands. What was wrong with him? I discovered that he was trying to move away from me! It was as if he was saying, “Now, you’ve decided to notice me? Where have you been for the last ten years?” I followed him, he had gone into his room. At first, he refused to tell me why he’d been crying. I tried to be gentle with him… Salem started to tell me why he’d been crying, while I listened and trembled.

This is a true story about a man named Rashed. He tells his story as follows…

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Do you know what the reason was?! His brother Umar, the one who used to take him to the mosque, was late. And because it was Jumu’ah (Friday) prayer, Salem was afraid he wouldn’t find a place in the first row. He called out to Umar, and he called out to his mother, but nobody answered, so he cried. I sat there looking at the tears flowing from his blind eyes. I couldn’t bear the rest of his words. I put my hand over his mouth and said, “Is this why you were crying, Salem!”

“Yes,” he said.

I forgot about my friends, I forgot about the gathering, and I said, “Don’t be sad, Salem.

Do you know who’s going to take you to the masjid today?”

“Umar, of course,” he said, “but he’s always late.”

“No,” I said, “I’m going to take you.”

I couldn’t remember when the last time I had entered the masjid was, but it was the first time I felt fear and regret for what I’d neglected in the long years that had passed. The masjid was filled with worshippers, but I still found a place for Salem in the first row. We listened to the Jumu’ah khutbah together, and he prayed next to me. But really, I was the one praying next to him.

After the prayer, Salem asked me for a musHaf (Quran). I was surprised! How was he going to read when he was blind? I almost ignored his request, but I decided to humor him out of fear of hurting his feelings. I passed him a musHaf. He asked me to open the musHaf to Surat al-Kahf. I started flipping through the pages and looking through the index until I found it. He took the musHaf from me, put it in front of him, and started reading the Surah, with his eyes closed, ya Allah! He had the whole Surah memorized.

I was ashamed of myself. I picked up a musHaf and I felt my limbs tremble… I read and I read. I asked Allah to forgive me and to guide me. I couldn’t take it, I started crying like a child. There were still some people in the masjid praying sunnah, I was embarrassed by their presence, so I tried to hold my tears. My crying turned into whimpering and long, sobbing breaths. The only thing I felt was a small hand reaching out to my face, and then wiping the tears away. It was Salem! I pulled him to my chest and I looked at him. I said to myself, you’re not the blind one, but I am, for having drifted after immoral people. We went back home. My wife was extremely worried about Salem, but her worry turned into tears of joy when she found out I had prayed Jumu’ah with Salem.

From that day on, I never missed the congregational prayer in the masjid. I left my bad friends and I made good friends among people I met at the masjid. I tasted the sweetness of iman with them. I learned things from them that distracted me from this world. I never missed out on gatherings of remembrance [halaqas], or on the witr prayer. I recited the entire Qur’an, several times, in one month and asked Allah that He might forgive my backbiting and mocking of the people. I felt closer to my family. The looks of fear and pity that had occupied my wife’s eyes disappeared. A smile now never parted from the face of my son Salem. Anyone who saw him would have felt

that he owned the world and everything in it. I praised and thanked Allah a lot for His blessings.

One day, my good friends decided to go to a far away location for da’wah. I hesitated about going. I prayed istikharah, and consulted with my wife. I thought she would refuse, but the opposite happened! She was extremely happy, and even encouraged me because in the past, she had seen me traveling without consulting her, for the purpose of sin and evil. I went to Salem, and told him I would be traveling. With tears, he wrapped me up in his small arms.

I was away from home for three and a half months. In that period, whenever I got a chance, I called my wife and talked to my children. I missed them so much… and oh, how I missed Salem! Whenever I would tell my wife how much I missed him, she would laugh happily, joyfully, except for the last time I called her. I didn’t hear her expected laugh. Her voice changed. I said to her, “Give my salam to Salem,” and she said, “Insha’Allah,” and was quiet.

At last, I went back home. I knocked on the door. I hoped that it was Salem who would open up for me, but was surprised to find my son Khaled, who was not more than four years old. I picked him up in my arms while he squealed, “Baba! Baba!” I don’t know why my heart tensed when I entered the house.

I approached my wife but her face was different. As if she was pretending to be happy. I inspected her closely then said, “What’s wrong with you?” “Nothing,” she said.

Suddenly, I remembered Salem. “Where’s Salem?” I asked. She lowered her head. She didn’t answer. Hot tears fell on her cheeks.

“Salem! Where’s Salem?” I cried out.

At that moment, I only heard the sound of my

son Khaled talking in his own way, saying, “Baba, Thalem went to pawadise with Allah”

My wife couldn’t take it. She broke

down crying. She almost fell to the

floor, and left the room. Later, I found out

that Salem had contracted a fever two weeks before I’d

returned, so my wife took him to the hospital but the fever got more and more severe, and didn’t

leave him, until his soul left his body.

And if this earth closes in on you in spite of its vastness, and your sole closes in on you because of what it’s carrying, call out, “Oh Allah!” If solutions run out, and paths are constricted, and ropes are cut off, and your hopes are no more, call out, “Oh Allah,” Allah wishes to guide Salem’s father on the hands of Salem, before Salem’s death. How merciful is Allah!

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A statement bag can transform an outfit. It can take your ensemble from zero to ten with one shoulder toss. It shows style, sophistication, and can literally act as a shield against the world. It will be your most glamorous handbag, so choose one that has bold texture, like animal print, embroidery, studs, and

choose a color that is versatile to wear with many outfits. It is a great way to show off a different side of your personality and can also be a conversation starter.

Etdal is a mother of 3 living in Al Ain. She keeps up to date on the latest trends in beauty, fashion and health. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge and hopes to inspire you to feel fabulous and look your best!

Handbags what every woman needs!Handbags are an essential part of every girl’s wardrobe. As girls, we love

options – cross body bags, clutches, shoulder bags… the list goes on. However, there are five staple handbags that I know I couldn’t do without.

Every woman needs an everyday large bag that is stylish and can carry loads of your essentials. Its multipurpose look works whether you’re going to work, running errands with your kids or out with your gals shopping. For maximum versatility, look for a bag that is solid-colored in a neutral tone or with a very minimal print, so that it will match with as much as possible.

Whether you attend a fancy event once a year or once a week, having a great clutch is a lifesaver when you’re looking for something more formal to dress up your outfit. If you only want one or two to keep in your closet, be sure to choose something with a classic shape

and style that will complement any outfit. If you’re daring, choose something bold and it instantly becomes a statement piece.

This is an ideal informal bag when you’re on the go and don’t want to fuss, plus it’s a perfect size to carry only your bare essentials in. It’s a casual look that works well on weekends, when you’re out with your kids, grabbing lunch with friends and running around town doing errands. It’s a great way to either put a pop of colour into your outfit, or stick to neutral tones and quality materials which will last for years to come.

An evening purse is a classy timeless handbag which is designed to be used during the evening at formal events and parties. The distinguishing feature of an evening bag is its size: most evening bags are only roomy enough to hold a bit of cash, lipstick, phone and a little mirror for touchups. Many evening bags have no straps and they are meant to be held in the hand or under your arm. An evening bag can be simple and understated, or outrageous, with elaborate beading, embroidery, or prints.

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puberty, but most often comes on around 30, and by 50, half of all men have lost some hair.

Shave it all off: Going ‘skin’ can be a good idea. It’s a quick, low maintenance and rather fearless approach to dealing with hair loss. Do it early enough and you, along with everyone else won’t notice the shedding accelerate over time – hopefully you have the right head shape to pull off the look without looking like a conehead.

GET A BUZZ CUT: Not as severe as the full monty, this solution is ideal for ‘localised’ loss around the crown or at the hairline. If you’re losing your hair permanently a buzz cut gives a clean, trendy look that allows you to hold on to your youth. If work or age doesn’t permit a buzz and you’ve still got a bit of hair to play with, visit a decent barber who can work with what’s left.

GROW SOME FACIAL HAIR: Functional facial hair is one of the greatest things about being a man. By drawing attention to your jawline, the observer doesn’t spend too much time dwelling on the fact that you’ve lost your hair and, in the haze of smoke and mirrors, might even think you shaved your head deliberately. Rock some simple, well-groomed stubble or a goatee; anything more (eg: a beard) will have the opposite effect. Keep it simple, keep it clean.

RECOGNIZE THAT YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY: Statistically, 25% of guys begin balding by age 30, yet you’d think there were way less bald guys due to the media bias against balding. Couple that with the fact that many balding actors get hair transplants or

hair plugs or whatever those rich wacky Hollywood weirdos do to their scalps, and it can feel like you’re drowning

in a hairy Fabio sea of Brad Pitts and George Clooneys.

But you’re not alone. Many famous bald guys are action stars and

comedians. Whenever you’re feeling insecure about your lack of follicles, call upon Earth’s baldies Michael Jordan, Jason Statham, Larry David, Samuel L. Jackson, Jack Nicholson and Bruce Willis. You’re in good company, don’t let Hollywood or Bollywood tell you any different.

Now, go bald or go home!

By Yusiff Abdu Salam

When a twenty-something man realizes that he will not live the rest of his life with his full head of hair, he will generally go into an immediate state of mourning before it is even gone. At least, that’s what happened to me, when, at 24,

I noticed that my hairline was receding and slowly depleting the dense mass of my glorious Arabfro. Young men have lots of time-tested responses to going bald. Some shave their heads clean as if they were some sort of professional athlete. Others adopt a trademark piece of headgear, say a ballcap or a fedora, which they don at all occasions. Many allow themselves to be bullied by self-esteem-assaulting commercials for dubious “medical” treatments to remedy condition. Some join weird online communities focused on coping with hair loss while others just feel terrible all the time about their follicle-challenged crowns.

A rule of thumb: grown men should never style their hair as they did in their twenties, even if they still have an enviously full head of hair. Guys with thinning hair who insist on using wet-look gel to part, spike and "mess up" their style are only exposing more scalp and encouraging ridicule. Cease and give up!

If you find yourself a present or future bald guy, you can take any of these approaches if you’re so inclined. But you can also just keep on living your life and being who you are, without worrying about your loss of hair – which is the recommended and best approach.

ACCEPT IT: Male-pattern baldness is controlled genetically, and seems to be passed down predominantly on the mother's side. So if your maternal grandfather or uncles are bald, you may well lose your hair too. The process can begin at any time from

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By Flo Joe

THAT IS THE QUESTIONNo matter the size, most companies are looking for good, honest, and hard working individuals to fill their next open

positions. When choosing your next job, it is important to consider a multitude of aspects directly affecting you and your future happiness and success. One important thing to consider is whether to go big or to go small. I don’t think there is one that is predominately better than the other, they are simply different and each side tends to match a certain lifestyle.

I’m going to explain the differences and leave you to decide which is most suitable for you.

LARGE COMPANY ADVANTAGES SMALL COMPANY ADVANTAGES

In an office base sense, the working environment can be improved as there is a larger diversity of people to connect with and usually more facilities in house, such as luxury cafeterias, vending machines etc.

Going for a job within a smaller company there would be less competition, which means the recruitment process tends to be quicker and less rigorous. With larger companies it is not uncommon for the interview stage to require 4-5 interviews. With smaller companies there might only be 1. This means, you are in the role much quicker.

Typically larger businesses pay more than smaller companies, but it completely depends on the role. For example, a software engineer in a smaller company would probably earn more money as it is more of a specialized role and there wouldn’t be many other people within the company able to do this job, whereas a larger company may have hundreds of software engineers. On the benefits side, they can be considerably better at a larger company.

Many small businesses typically have fewer rules than larger companies. You’re more likely to find more relaxed policies, such as a more lenient dress code. Because small companies already offer a more personal environment and can’t offer the benefits that bigger companies can. They often offer perks such as casual dress, game rooms on site and company fun days.

You are given more of an opportunity to specialise in a certain area of your field. With access to mentors and training courses the resources are readily available for you to excel.

Often give new employees more responsibility at the start, simply because they have fewer people on staff. This can be rewarding since you can wear a lot of different hats, run your own projects, and even start projects of your own, all of which make it very easy to see the impact of your work.

While your personal contribution might feel more significant at a small organization, the impact that your employer can have on the world is usually much more significant at a large organization, simply because of a much greater supply of resources (i.e. more employees, more financing, more equipment, and so on).

In many cases your day-to-day responsibilities can be much more diverse at a smaller organization. Many smaller company employers also give their employees more freedom to determine how to get their work done.

Working for a large organization that is a household name provides some advantages. First of all, you get to align yourself with the organization’s brand next time you look for a job. Secondly, small employers usually don’t have as much name recognition within an industry.

Usually have less bureaucracy and less complicated organizational structures. As a result, you can usually move up faster in a small organization; large organizations usually have much more deliberate (i.e. slow) processes of promoting from within.

Usually much more well-established and stable than smaller organizations which tend to have less predictable futures.Often have offices worldwide and are actually multiple organizations operating under one large umbrella. As a result, once you get inside a huge organization, there can be many more opportunities to move to new cities, branch out, and change professions.

When you’re an important member of the family, it may also be more difficult for your employer to let employees go. Working at a small company, you may feel closer to your coworkers and know almost everyone at the company. You may be more apt to form close friendships with those you work with each day.

Go Big, or Go Small?

Your choice of organization should be based on quality of work experience you will gain rather than the size of the organization. If you have the talent and the expertise, you will quickly climb the corporate ladder irrespective of the size of the company.

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Abdullah Sultan Al AryaniEmirati Sports Hero

Past woeThirty one year old Abdullah Al Aryani was proudly serving the UAE Military as a Captain and was awaiting his promotion to become a Major. However, everything changed for Abdullah on one dreadful day in January 2001 and it changed his life forever. He was on his way back home from a hunting trip, when his tire blew up, causing his car to go off the road and leaving him unconscious. He was rushed to Tawam Hospital and a day later he was informed that his lower body had been permanently paralyzed. HH Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, was the first to respond to Al Aryani’s tragic condition. HH sent Abdullah Al ARyani to Germany in his private plane for treatment and eighteen months later Abdullah Al Aryani was back in the UAE, feeling depressed and pessimistic about his future.

Name: Abdullah Sultan Al Aryani

Age: 43

Marital Status: Happily married with 5 kids

Claim to Fame: 2012 Gold medalist in the R6-50m prone rifle shooting category.

Day Job: Works at the General Command of Abu Dhabi Police

Evening job: Shooting Coach at Al Ain Disabled Club.

Likes: Political news, the UAE football League and an avid fan of Al Ain Football Club.

Dislikes: People without goals in life

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Life Lessons• No successful journey is free of obstacles and

difficulties.

• Believe in yourself. Nobody knows your worth better than yourself.

• Never lose hope. Everything that happens - happens for a good reason.

could contribute to my sport as a disabled athlete. It was a brand-new start for me. I was an accomplished able-bodied shooter and now I could carry this experience into a new field altogether.

Tell us something about the first event after the accident?I participated in the 2006 Asia-Pacific Shooting Championship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and won a gold medal for the UAE. This is when I understood my value and realized that with dedication and passion an individual can achieve anything.

What was your biggest challenge?My biggest challenge was accepting my physical disability.

What is your role as a coach?Al Ain Disabled Club is my second home and all of us athletes are like family. I try to give them whatever I can. As a coach I train with them five days a week and help them overcome their weaknesses and develop their skills.

What are your future plans?I’m already starting to prepare myself for the 2016 Brazil Paralympics in addition to the other competitions that take place in between. My ambition is to win more medals for my country.

What inspires you?My success is my inspiration. After every competition I feel confident and it motivates me to further excel as a shooter.

Abdullah Sultan Al Aryani, the ace shooter who made the nation proud by winning the UAE’s only gold medal at the 2012 London Paralympics found his true calling when he was only 12 years old.

The gold medalist was born and raised in the oasis city of Al Ain where his father spent a lot of time teaching him archery and shooting

skills. The Source had the golden opportunity of interviewing the Sports Star, who shared his life-changing tragedy, his determination to accept his fate and his triumphant return to the spotlight in a personal interview.

What’s it like to win a gold medal for your country?Representing one’s country on an international podium is a huge responsibility in and of itself. I feel very proud and honored to have won a gold medal for my country. I missed out on the final round at the Beijing Games in 2008, but it was from that point on that I became very focused on the London Olympics and immediately started to plan.

Tell us something about the final game?I was competing against Spain’s Juan Antonio Reinaldo and Great Britain’s Matthew Skelhon in the R6-50m prone rifle competition. They’re both great athletes and I have watched them play before, which made competing against them quite intimidating. I led the qualifying round with a score of 592, so I was quite confident at the finals and alhumdillah by the grace of God; I scored 694.8 points and claimed victory.

Who did you dedicate the medal to and why?My achievement belongs to those who have been with me throughout my journey. The support from my family, my friends, my fans and the honorable rulers of the UAE has been invaluable. So I dedicate my gold medal to them.

How often do you train?Five times a week.

What are the basic shooting skills?Every shooter whether disabled or not, should be focused on his goals both on and off the field. He should continuously learn and adapt to the latest developments and exercise regularly to keep fit and healthy.

What are your strengths as a disabled athlete?Unbelievable willpower, passion and dedication.

What were your thoughts at this moment in time?A small negligence in not checking the tires on my car before leaving for a long trip changed my life forever. Everything had been so good in my life until then but I lost all hope to live and go on.

Who helped you in making a triumphant comeback?When I returned from Germany I was barely doing anything at all. It was at this point in time that my friend Mohammad Khalil Al Hammadi came across some information on the internet about disabled shooters participating in various competitions around the globe and he urged me to give it a try.

How did this change your life?It was the beginning of a new chapter in my life. After months of fierce training, I stepped into a new world of shooting. I put my heart and soul into my new pursuit and slowly the answers to my question “Why me?” started to become clear. I suddenly saw that I

FACTS ABOUT ABDULLAH SULTAN AL ARYANI• Represented the UAE in rifle shooting at the 1996

Atlanta Olympic Games.• Represented the UAE in rifle shooting at the 2000

Sydney Olympic Games.• An elected official of the Emirates International

Olympic Shooting for practical shooting, in addition to working as their administrative official.

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Dr. Nadia is a physician pursuing her PhD in Physiology from UAE University. She is the Chief Editor for Capsule (UAEU), author of Fragments of my Time (Minwa Press) and an award winning poet.

Dr. Nadia HussainMBBS, MSc Str.M.Bio (UK), PhD (c)

Allergies are very common and are rapidly increasing. There are many different causes of allergies and symptoms vary from mild to potentially life threatening.

An allergy occurs when a person's immune system reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless for most people. These substances are

known as allergens and are found in house dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, moulds, foods and some medicines.

Why do we get them? Atopy is the genetic (inherited) tendency to develop allergic diseases. People with atopy are said to be atopic. When atopic people are exposed to allergens they can develop an immune reaction that leads to allergic inflammation (redness and swelling).

A substance that is an allergen for one person may not be for another - everyone reacts differently. The likelihood (or risk) of developing allergies is increased if other family members suffer from allergy or asthma.

People with allergies can experience a variety of symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, itchiness, rashes, swelling or asthma, vomiting, upset stomach and so on.

For some sufferers, allergic reactions are constantly present. This occurs especially when a combination of indoor and outdoor allergens react in their bodies and manifest as symptoms. There are some ways to minimize allergies to common allergens. These work by limiting exposure to common allergies.

Remove dust – dust mites are amongst the most common allergies found. By reducing the level of dust in the home, the exposure to dust mites is also reduced. To avoid being exposed to more dust while cleaning, wear a mask and use a damp cloth that attracts dust rather than distributing it and rendering it airborne where it can be inhaled.

Bed linen – avoid sleeping with too many allergens since dust mites thrive in sheets, pillows and blankets which increases your allergy exposure throughout the night. All bedding should be washed weekly in hot water followed by a hot cycle in the dryer to minimize dust mites. There are also allergen proof cases available in certain stores for mattresses, pillows and blankets. Have a look around and see what suits you.

Pet care – another common allergy is animal dander usually from the cats and dogs we keep as pets. Try to keep your pets outside your home as much as possible. If this is not an option, restricting bedroom access will minimize your exposure to allergens in your sleep. Regular vacuuming and dusting along with giving your pets a weekly bath and daily outdoor brushing will also help reduce animal dander.

Filters – such as a HEPA in your vacuum, an air purifier and vents are also helpful. HEPA is short for high-efficiency particulate air and these filters are very effective in minimizing allergies in the home. These filters are included with many vacuum cleaners today. You can also install HEPA filters onto vents if your home has central air conditioning.

Cleaning products – use environmentally friendly cleaning products to clean your home. Cleaning chemicals with harsh formulas can make allergies worse. Switch to formulas with plant based ingredients or alternatively make your own by using simple household agents such as baking powder or vinegar in the right proportions. Make sure to research well before making your own so that you don’t face a strange chemical reaction when you do so!

Humidity – air that is too dry at home also allows dust mites to thrive and animal dander to worsen allergies. Mold also increases in higher levels of moisture. The right balance is important. 40% humid air indoors is the best humidity level and can be achieved by using a humidifier or de-humidifier.

With cleaning and lifestyle changes, allergies can be minimized to a large extent and symptoms can be reduced.

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• One of the most striking features of Arabs is the importance attached to the family. The family forms the basic building block of Arab society and despite the many pressures it faces, the family institution remains strong.

• The traditional Arab family is extended, often spanning three or more generations. An extended structure offers many advantages, including stability, coherence, and physical and psychological support, particularly in times of need.

• In Arab culture, akin to other traditional cultures, respect and esteem increase with age. Elderly parents are respected on account of their life experiences and their hierarchic position within the family unit. The opportunity to attend to the needs of one's parents in their later years is viewed as a gift from God.

• Children are treasured and rarely leave home until the time they marry.

• Parents are greatly respected in the Islamic tradition. Mothers are particularly honored: the Qur'an teaches that since mothers suffer during pregnancy, childbirth, and child rearing, they deserve a special consideration and kindness.

• Arabs, value family life like no others. Their families are not perfect, but they stay together.

Muslims, as a matter of principle and faith, are to respect and care for the elderly. It is quite common to find children, parents, grandparents and

sometimes even great grandparents all living together in the same home. In the Islamic world there are no such things as old people’s homes.

If the elderly are in need of special and specific medical attention, which cannot be provided by the family or at the house, then

appropriate arrangements are made, otherwise, the family remains close together as best as possible.

In Islam, serving one’s parents is a duty second only to worshipping God. It is considered shameful to express any irritation when, through no fault of their own, the elderly become difficult to attend to. The Prophet Muhammad pbuh, taught that “Paradise lies at the feet of mothers.” Through this, and other prophetic narrations, the Prophet greatly emphasized that mothers deserve our merciful and loving companionship.

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Last year during the last few days of Ramadan, I was in a jam trying to figure out where I could get my henna done in time for Eid. I asked a few friends for some suggestions, but unfortunately they couldn’t offer any advice. Then wouldn’t you know it, during one my shopping trips to Choithrams located near the Jebel roundabout, I saw a large group of Emirati ladies entering a doorway which was covered with a black curtain and a heavy glass-metal door. Just to satisfy my curiosity, I followed them to see where they were heading, and that’s when I found Sona Ladies Salon. As I slowly approached the entry way, I could already smell the strong henna scent. I made my way through the doorway, to find exactly what I was looking for - an authentically designed henna salon! There were women relaxing on black leather couches with their hands and feet covered in beautiful henna art.

And as if finding this haven wasn’t blissful enough, the details even got better. When I approached the reception desk to place a booking I discovered how reasonably priced their services were, “that will be AED25 madam”, asked the receptionist. I was shocked and had to confirm that the price included both hands, which it did! Now if you know anything about what the market charges for henna you too will recognize the unbelievable bargain this is.

I had to wait for about 30 minutes until it was my turn as there were other clients ahead of me. However, once she got started, within 15 minutes both hands were designed with a gorgeous combination of flowers, leaves and vines.

So take my advice and head down to Sona Salon for your next henna experience!

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BANGKOK Asia’s friendliest city Or The Big Mango

Brimming with gold-spired temples, palaces and markets, Bangkok treats visitors to a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds and smiles

By Marianne Makdisi

Bangkok is set to become the world’s most visited city this year, beating London, Paris, Singapore and New York. This is according to MasterCard’s 2013 Global Destination Cities Index forecast, which predicts that the Thai capital will welcome nearly 16 million international arrivals this year.

Compiled annually since 2010, this is the first time an Asian city has topped the

index. While plenty of the visitors deplaning in Bangkok will be headed to Thailand’s beautiful beaches, those arriving for a Far Eastern city break won’t leave disappointed. A huge, modern and cosmopolitan capital, Bangkok hums with energy, friendliness and sà·nùk (fun).

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First-time visitors may, at first, be startled by the scores of concrete and glass high-rises, billboard-plastered skyscrapers, pollution and traffic jams. With an estimated population of 11 million, Bangkok is a vast, sprawling metropolis with a frenetic pace. But look beyond the neon signs and you’ll find quiet golden temples and palaces, Saffron-robed monks, authentic canals, colourful markets and sweet-natured people rarely short of a smile.

Located just under 14 degrees north of the Equator, Bangkok enjoys a tropical climate that favours the growth of jungly plants, orchids and delicious fruits. Bougainvillea and frangipani bloom in abundance. Thai cuisine is justifiably world-renowned and affordable, and a distinct fragrance pervades the air.

The Big Mango treats your senses to a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, smells and tastes, sure to leave you with unforgettable memories of this quintessentially Asian capital. And if it does all get too much, you can always retreat to the city’s climate-controlled malls – don’t we all love a megamall with air-con, after all?

PLAN YOUR TRIPWHEN: The best time to visit is during the cool season, from November to February. Temperatures soar during March, April, May and June, though by mid-June, the rains usually arrive bringing much needed relief. The rainy season sees fewer tourists, lower temperatures and the occasional flood, and can also be a good time to visit.

HOW: Much of Bangkok is easily navigable, thanks to the underground system and squeaky-clean sky train, built in an attempt to reduce the number of cars on the city’s traffic-choked streets (four-fifths of the nation’s automobiles are found in Bangkok). While the public transport system is fairly efficient, there are gaps and the city is kept moving by ingenious local solutions, such as the Khlong Saen Saeb canal boats. Taxis are among the cheapest in the world. They’re best avoided during rush hour, though, and make sure you insist the driver switches the meter on.

SEE: Two hundred years ago, Bangkok was a small trading centre and port community on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, and the glory of its past is evident in the city’s spectacular sights.

The impressive silhouette of the 19th-century Temple of Dawnis one of the most recognised in Southeast Asia, and is especially stunning when lit up at night. Its towering spires rise on the western bank of the Chao Praya, but don’t miss seeing the temple close-up. The main tower is beautifully decorated with tiny pieces of coloured glass and shards of Chinese porcelain.

Thailand's most sacred site, the dazzling Grand Palace, is vast, so expect to spend at least a full morning or afternoon admiring the curious blend of Italian Renaissance and Thai architecture. Within the palace complex are several impressive buildings including Wat Phra Kaew, containing the small and greatly revered 14th-century Emerald Buddha.

Nearby is Wat Pho, home to the world's largest reclining Buddha image and a massage school offering highly recommended traditional massages.

SHOP: Founded in 1782, Bangkok’s colourful and chaotic Chinatown is a warren of narrow alleys and congested roads, offering myriad market stalls, gold shops and vibrant street-side cuisine. Hordes of shoppers descend on this one-kilometre strip and adjacent Charoenkrung Road. If you happen to be in Bangkok during a major festival, such as Chinese New Year, you’ll see Chinatown at its best.

Bargain hunters will also enjoy the stalls on Khao San Road (particularly good for discounted clothing and accessories), and if you’re in Bangkok over a weekend, head to the Chatuchak Weekend Market, the largest market in Southeast Asia with 8,000 stalls.

DO: A visit to a floating market has long been a highlight on tourist itineraries, and Taling Chan, about nine miles north-west of Bangkok, is one of the most accessible. The canal banks are lined with restaurants and shops, and plied by small sampans (narrow rowing boats) piled high with tropical fruit and vegetables, fresh coconut juice and local food cooked on the floating ‘stalls’.

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Chicken Noodle SoupBean SaladINGREDIENTS:1/2 cup diced carrots | 1/4 cup diced celery | 1/4 cup chopped onion | 1 teaspoon butter or margarine | 6 cups chicken broth | 1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken | 1 teaspoon salt | 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram | 1/8 teaspoon pepper | 1 1/4 cups uncooked medium egg noodles | 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

DIRECTIONS:1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, sauté carrot, celery and

onion in butter until tender. 2. Add broth, chicken and seasonings; bring to a boil. 3. Reduce heat. Add noodles; cook for 10 minutes or until

tender. Add parsley.

INGREDIENTS:1 can of chick peas | 1 can of foul beans | 1 can of red kidney beans | 1 can of green wax beans | 6 tomatoes, chopped | 1 bundle of parsley, chopped | 1 big onion, chopped | 1 string of mint, chopped | 2 garlic gloves; crushed | 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice | 1 tbsp white vinegar | 1 tsp salt | 2 tbsp sugar | ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS1. In a large salad bowl, empty all the cans of beans (discard

the juice), add tomatoes, parsley, onion and mint.2. Make the dressing separately. In a small bowl combine the

garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, sugar and oil. Mix well then pour it into the salad mixture. Toss well and chill for 1-2 hours before serving.

Blueberry Cheesecake SquaresINGREDIENTS:2 cups graham cracker crumbs (tea biscuits are a great substitute) | 1/2 cup butter, melted | 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese | 1/4 cup milk | 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar | 1 (21 ounce) can blueberry pie filling | 1 cup heavy whipping cream | 3 tablespoons white sugar | 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS:1. In a small bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs

and butter. Set aside 1/2 cup for topping, and press the rest of the crumbs into the bottom of a 7x11 inch baking pan. Set aside to chill in the refrigerator.

2. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and milk until smooth. Spread evenly over the chilled crumb layer. Spread the pie filling over the cream cheese layer, and chill while preparing the whipped cream. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar and vanilla until stiff, spread over the top of the blueberry layer. Sprinkle the top with the remaining graham cracker crumb mixture and keep chilled until serving time.

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THE NIGHT CIRCUS: This fictional tale of mystery revolves around a circus that arrived from nowhere. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazement. It is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and it is only open at night. Behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway—a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have

been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. This is a game where only one among the two will survive. A remarkable battle of imagination and will. Written in rich, seductive prose, this spell-casting novel is a feast for the senses and the heart.

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Benny Chan’s Shaolin (2011) is inspired by but not exactly a nostalgic homage to martial arts blockbuster Shaolin Temple (1982). The movie shows that China is plunged into strife as feuding warlords try to expand their power by warring over neighboring lands. Fuelled by his success on the battlefield, young and arrogant Hao Jie sneers at Shaolin's masters after killing a rival warlord on their temple grounds. But the glory comes before a fall. His own family is wiped out in an unexpected turn of events and Hao is forced to take refuge with the

monks. As the civil unrest spreads and the people suffer, Hao and the Shaolin masters are forced to take a fiery stand against the evil warlords. They launch a daring plan of rescue and escape. This action-packed entertaining blockbuster is a treat for martial art lovers!

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مرحبا، اسمي عفرا زاهد. أبلغ من العمر 11 عاما، يف الصف السادس، وأرتاد

مدرسة املناهل الخاصة. إنني من أشد املعجبني بنجم الروك "يو يو هوين سينغ"،

وأحب االستامع ألغانيه. وأقيض معظم وقتي يف مامرسة األلعاب عىل جهازي

"آي باد" الصغري، وبرفقة أفراد عائلتي، كام وأحب الذهاب للتسوق ورشاء أشياء

مسلية ومضحكة. هذه األيام، سيطرت عيل فكرة تزيني أظافري واقتناء الحقائب

ذات األشكال الغريبة. أحب الطعام كثريا، وكّل ما هو لذيذ وطيب املذاق. خالل

نهاية األسبوع، ستجدين برفقة أصدقايئ وعائلتي، وأتسوق برفقة أمي وأختي، أو

ألعب مع أبناء أختي التوأم.

One Cool Friend is a fun story of friendship and wish-fulfillment. The story revolves around a young man Elliot who on a momentous visit to the aquarium discovers his love for his dream pet: a penguin. It's just proper enough for a straight-laced boy like him. And when he asks his father if he may have one (please and thank you), his father says yes. Elliot should have realized that Dad probably thought he meant a stuffed penguin and not a real one. What happens when Elliot takes his cool friend home? Is he welcomed by Elliot’s father or is it sent back to the aquarium? Have a fun read and find out…!

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يأيت الجمُل لزيارتنا ويرفض كل ما نقدمه له من مأكوالت.

آخذه عند جديت التي تحرض طبق اللقيامت التقليدي

اإلمارايت. عندما تذوقها ألول مرة مل يحبها! ملاذا يا تُرى؟!

أجل! اآلن بعدما سكبت جديت الدبس عليها أصبحت لذيذة.

نص: ميثاء الخياط ، رسوم: ماريانا رويزجونسون

Hello, my name is Afrah Zahid. I am 11 years old and I’m a grade 6 student at Al Manahil Private School. I am a huge fan of the rock star Yo Yo Honey Singh and love listening to his songs. I spend most of my time playing games on my iPad mini and hanging out with

my family, and I love to shop for funky things. These days I am obsessed with nail art and funky hand bags. I am a big foodie and love anything that is yummy and tasty. On weekends you can catch me hanging out with family and friends, shopping with my mum and sister or playing with my twin nephews.

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Riddles1. David's father had three

sons: Snap, Crackle, and ?2. If you were in a race and

passed the person in 2nd place, what place would you be in?

3. How many months have 28 days?

Answers: 1-David, 2-2nd place, 3-all of them!

1. أبو داوود لديه ثالثة أوالد: سليم وهاين و... ؟

2. إذا كنت يف سباق، وسبقت املتسابق يف املركز الثاين، يف أي

مركز أنت ؟

3. ما عدد األشهر التي فيها 28 يوما؟

اإلجابات: -1 داوود | -2 املركز الثاين | -3 كلها!

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Things to do in Ramadan لماذا نصوم رمضان؟قالت رحيمة: "مممممم، رائحة طهي أمي طيبة للغاية". استيقظت ريم يف

منتصف الليل. وكان ذلك خالل شهر رمضان املبارك، وهي متحمسة للغاية. فقد أخربتها الجدة أن الله عز وجل يغفر للناس ذنوبهم يف رمضان إذا ما جّدوا يف

العبادات.

استيقظ راشد، أخو ريم، متكاسال. وقاموا بغسل وجوههم ونظفوا أسنانهم وتوجهوا نحو الطابق السفيل. حيث حرضت لهم األم أنواع مختلفة من الطعام.

األم: " تذكروا يا أعزايئ، أن الله سيجزيكم خري الجزاء؛ لقاء نهوضكم يف وسط الليل وتناول الطعام. هذا ما يدعى بالسحور."

يف املدرسة، قالت لنا املعلمة عائشة: أن رمضان هو الشهر الذي تُصفد فيه الشياطني. إذ أن الشياطني توسوس للناس عمل األشياء السيئة، كالرسقة والكذب

واملخاصمة.

عيل: "وهو يوسوس للناس للغيبة والنميمة."

املعلمة عائشة: "هذا صحيح! أحسنت يا عيل."

قالت املعلمة عائشة أن الناس يف رمضان يقومون بأشياء كثرية. فهناك من يصيل يف املسجد، ويقرأ آيات من القرآن.

وأضافت: "يرغب الناس يف القيام بالكثري من األعامل الصالحة."

سأل عيل: " ملاذا يا معلمتي؟"

أجابت: " ليجزيهم الله عز وجل بالكثري من الحسنات."

ريم: "ما هي األعامل الصالحة التي نستطيع القيام بها؟"

أجابت املعلمة: " تستطيعون مساعدة أمهاتكم وآبائكم يف أعامل املنزل، وأيضا تستطيعون قراءة الكتب الدينية لتعرفوا اإلسالم أكرث. وهناك الكثري مام نستطيع

فعله."

صار كّل منا يفكر فيام يستطيع عمله. كّل له أفكار مختلفة تدور يف ذهنه.

قالت املعلمة: "ويجب أال ننىس الفقراء وما نستطيع أن نبذله من مال ملساعدتهم، كمنحهم الطعام واملالبس واملساعدة. إذ أن الله سبحانه وتعاىل أمرنا

بالزكاة والصدقة."

سألت ريم: "أوليس هذا إحسانا؟"

أجابت املعلمة: "بىل هو كذلك، هكذا نعمل عىل إسعاد الفقراء."

ريم: "أنا أعرف بعض املؤسسات الخريية. والدي يعمل يف إحداها."

يف هذا الشهر املبارك أوحى الله بالقرآن الكريم لسيدنا محمد – صىل الله عليه وسلم – حيث كان يف الغار عندما نزل عليه جربيل – عليه السالم – وقال له: "

اقرأ ".

سارة : " أخربتني أمي عن يشء يدعى إفت... إفط...يا معلمتي"

املعلمة: " تقصدين، اإلفطار، هذا يكون عند غياب الشمس، يتوجب عليك وقتها تناول الطعام، ولكن ليس الكثري منه، حتى ال تصايب بالتخمة." ضحك الجميع!

بعد اإلفطار يا أحبايئ نؤدي صالة املغرب، ثم صالة العشاء، فصالة الرتاويح. وهي سنة، قد يؤديها البعض عرشين ركعة كاملة.

علياء: "هذا أمر شاق للغاية، سأصاب بالتعب."

املعلمة: "ال تقلقي، فالله تعاىل سيكافئنا جميعا عىل تعبنا، كام وتستطيعني أيضا قراءة آيات من القرآن الكريم."

دعت ريُم الله سبحانه وتعاىل أن ميدها بالقوة الالزمة لصوم شهر رمضان املبارك كامال، وأن يرحم والديها ويحسن لهم عىل حسن تربيتها.

“Yummy” said Rahima “I can smell Mummy cooking”. Reem woke up in the middle of the night. It was the month of Ramadan, and Reem was very excited. Grandma told her that in the month of Ramadan Allah forgives people when they do good actions.

Reem’s brother Rashid woke up sleepily. They washed their face and mouth and went downstairs. Mummy gave them different types of food to eat.

“Remember kids, you get a lot of reward when you get up in the middle of the night and eat. This time is called “Suhoor.”

At school Miss Aisha told them that Ramadan is a month when the evil devil is locked up. He makes people do so many bad things like steal, lie and fight.

“And he makes people talk bad things about others” said Ali.

“That’s right” said Miss Aisha, “Well done Ali!”

Miss Aisha said that in Ramadan people are doing a lot of things. There are people in the Mosque praying and reading the Quran.

“People want to do a lot of good things” she said

“Why?” asked Ali.

“So they can get a lot of rewards from Allah” Allah promised he will give rewards to those who do well.

“What kind of things can we do?” asked Reem.

“We can help our Mummy and Daddy at home” said Miss Aisha, “We can read Islamic books and play Islamic games to learn more about Islam. There is so much to do.”

Everyone was thinking what they can do. They all had different ideas in mind.

“We also remember poor people and give money, food and clothes to them. Allah told us to give Zakah and Sadaqa”

“Is that charity?” asked Reem.

“Yes it is and it helps in making poor people happy”, said Miss Aisha.

“I know some charity foundations. My daddy works for some of them”, said Reem.

In this month the Holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). He was in a cave when a special angel called Jibril came and told him to ‘Read’.

“Miss” said Sara, “My Mummy told me something about if…ifth…”

“Iftar” said Miss Aisha. “That’s when we break our fast at sunset before it becomes very dark, you should eat food at that time but not too much or else you may burst.” everyone started to laugh.

Miss Aisha told them that at night time people pray a special prayer called Tarawih. All mosques do this which is 20 rakah.

“That’s so long”, said Aliya. “I’ll be tired.”

“Don’t worry” said Miss Aisha “Allah will reward us all. “We should also recite the holy Qur’an.

Reem prayed to Allah and asked Him to give her the energy to fast during the month of Ramadan and help her family earn rewards for all their good deeds.

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