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Hello Abu Dhabi,

remember the recent Mindlist survey that revealed that the current crop of youngsters entering university in the Us “can’t write in cursive, think Michelangelo is a computer virus and that Beethoven’s a dog?” Tempo recently chatted with a dozen or so university-ready students in Abu Dhabi and found that… a little over half can write in cursive (whatever that’s worth, since all of us type these days), that almost all know that Michelangelo was at one time a computer virus, but is first and foremost a famous artist/ sculptor (he was also an architect, poet and engineer—but really, who cares about that?) and that Beethoven is a classical music composer (for some reason few actually saw the dog film—thank God for that). This finding proves one of two things: that either schooling in Abu Dhabi is good, or that young minds here are less affected by popular culture….(yeah right).

so with good intentions in mind, we want to see if people out here know enough about Abu Dhabi, or would offer dumb answers like those in the Mindlist survey. Initially we were tempted to go out and lay bare the truth, but decided not to embarrass y’all. Instead we are offering a grace period, and a quiz in this issue, to help you prepare. our “how well do you know Abu Dhabi quiz’ works for all—with questions on real facts and quirky hearsays--whether you’re a teenager or a thirty-something, a long term resident or an off-the-plane newbie. Just be ready for the day of reckoning, when someone, somewhere comes up to you and says….(you’re on candid camera?? No:) ’Are you brave enough to take the Abu Dhabi quiz??’

And so, smarten up Abu Dhabi, and bone up on your facts,

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TEMPO FOLLOwS UP ON: “MOSqUITO/ TEENAgER REPELLENT” It may repel mosquitos, but does it really work?

express your thoughts. email us: [email protected]

reports state that if you’re over 24 then you may not be able

to hear the ‘ultra-sonic’ high pitched sound. Teenagers I spoke

to are bothered by the product, and they say it really hurts

their ears. What’s distrubing is that the Mosquito repellent

sound is now being made into a ‘mobile phone ringtones!’

In some countries, especially the UK, Mosquito repellent is

being used by law enforcement agents to break up gangs.

But the new twist in this story is that some healthcare

organisations in europe are calling for an all out ban of

Mosquito repellent on the grounds that it is ‘degrading and

discriminatory’. The Council of europe, as reported by The

Guardian, have called for an immediate ban of the product

in Britain. The council issued a report that the producct

constitutes a ‘health hazard’ because it may be harmful to the

hearing, and because there hasn’t been adequate research to

establish its safety.

The product was introduced in January 2006 to repel insects

and birds! According to The Guardian, the device has been

installed at more than 3,500 sites across the UK – compared to

5,000 across europe as a whole.

The mosquito works by emitting a pulse at 16-18.5 kilohertz

that switches on and off four times a second for up to 20

minutes. It emits an irritating, high-pitched sound that can be

heard only by children and people into their early 20s, and

is used to prevent teenagers congregating outside shops,

schools and railway stations’.

Tempo spoke to kids, and they all say: “we don’t want it!”

Not as a public repellent, and certainly not as a ringtone!

Dear ed,

This happened to me. I was travelling by a cab one afternoon. I was close to reaching my stop and a person tried running and cross the street. It happened all of a sudden and my driver applied sudden brakes. If there were a few certain seconds delay, we would knocked him down. I guess the guy was shocked, he stopped and began abusing us. This fuelled to a fight and on other pedestrians interfering, the matter was resolved. I want to bring to your readers attention that jay walking is dangerous and if some mishap happens no one is to be blames- but just you!

Ron J

Dear Tempo,

I went to see ‘Cats and Dogs’ at Marina Mall with two of my friends, and they charged us Dh 50 each. The movie theatre needs to understand that most of the people who are interested in movies for young people

don’t have that kind of money. And how about the extra cost for the 3D glasses? Why can’t we reuse them instead of being forced to buy new glasses everytime? Isn’t it a shame we are filling up landfills with 3D glasses? How about giving us a 2D movie option in case we don’t want to pay extra for 3D? Arwa Nasser

Dear ed,

I like your magazine. Do you guys have an Arabic edition?

Nayla

Nayla, you wouldn’t believe how many times we get this question. We don’t have immediate plans for an Arabic version, and will certainly consider it for the future.

Ed

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see the report on mosquito repellent on The Guardian:

download the mosquito repellent to see if works on you:

What are your alternatives once/ if the BlackBerry ban is imposed?

How I spend my weekend:

A. At the mall and cinema 63%

B. At work 13 %

C. With family 24 %

A. Get an I-PhoneB. Opt for a new data plan

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THE ALARM RINgS AgAIN!!!

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The day starts with the annoying buzz of my alarm, reminding me that I have to go back to yet another day of school. “Just five more minutes..” as I debate with myself whether or not to get out of bed, until my mom barges in. I lazily pack my bag (which weighs about 4 kgs!!), and suddenly it strikes me... I haven’t done my Algebra homework!! I had totally forgotten about it. I had spent the entire night doing my history essay instead. It’s ok.. Chill Maxine, I’ll manage somehow... (but how?!!)

I arrive at school and meet a friend. We usually cram and do last minute homework before the…

Trrrrrriiinnnnnggg!!! Nooo.. the school bell rings and the chaos begins. I barely survived the first few

period classes, that I even failed to notice the hustle and bustle of teachers. Break time arrives (Part of

the day I look forward to) I catch up with friends, only to find out our topic’s about homework, again!

Apparently, I find out I’ve gotten the wrong essay done, I might even give up lunch to cram for it. I

dreaded the next period, I prayed hard that the teacher would

forget about it or at least turn the work

in late. God heard my plead..well

I’d like think so, the assignments

due the next month!

so first thing’s first, when I get

home my current to-do list:

1. strike out the days till next

summer vacation.

Maxine goes to the American Community School

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What’sHOTTHE INTERNET SHOw 2010

AbU DHAbI cLASSIcS RUN

HUNTINg AND EqUESTRIAN SHOw

Internet Savvy for Individuals and Businessesseptember 21st and 22nd, AdNec

The Middle east’s only internet business event is happening in the city. The Internet show presented by Maktoob from Yahoo will have a series of free seminars and an exhibition. The event, which is open to all by registration, promises to bring together big, medium and small business from all industries along with government entities.

september 20th – september 25th, AdNec

The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and equestrian exhibition

(ADIHeX) promises to offer residents of Abu Dhabi a complete

hunting and equestrian experience. Featuring camel and horse

auctions, saluki shows, art competitions, and traditional hunting

activities, the event hopes to be a dynamic platform to learn about

the UAe’s deep-rooted traditions, culture and heritage.

Roll Over Beethoven! 29th – October 1st, Abu dhabi corniche

This is a charity event benefitting music education and diabetes prevention programs. This year the composer selected is Beethoven and the event will use his Fifth symphony, which is about 32 minutes long, to meter the race. Three fitness events planned will challenge the participants: the 3 km Family Walk, 1.5 km supervised Children’s Walk and the 6 km elite run (for the serious ones) will run to beat the time it will take to play the symphony. In addition, the event will have health and music awareness booths such as “Are you fit for Music” and on how to choose the right foods for healthy living. A classical concert will be given by local young artists on Thursday evening, and sponsor booths will offer lots of information and giveaways.

For more information, visit http://www.abudhabiclassicsrun.com

Tempo september 15 - 30, 20106

UP cLOSE AND PERSONAL

cHILDREN’S RUN

PHOTOgRAPHY TIME

Up Close is based upon the personal experiences of participating artists. The exhibition promises to be unique as all the exhibiting artists will be giving demonstrations and talks about their art. each artist is set to hold two such workshops. The workshops are free of charge and everyone is invited. For art lovers and aspiring artists, this is an opportunity to meet the artists in person and discuss their techniques or ideas behind their work.

17th september 2010, AdNec

Aloft Abu Dhabi is hosting its first indoor charity run. The run is to raise Dh 75,000 towards starwood’s road to Awareness charity initiative supporting UNICeF and its education work in south Africa. The run will take place from 7 am to 7 pm and is open for teams and individuals. The objective of the run is to complete 12 hours of running, but participants can run any distance that they wish. The participation charges would be:

Individual participant fee: dh 60

Team fee up to 7 persons: dh 350



Visit Website:

http://www.aloftabudhabi.com/roadtoawareness

Snap Happy Time for Photography Fans

Abu Dhabi launches its annual photography competition “ Abu Dhabi through your eyes. “Citizens and residents are invited to take photographs that they feel reflect the real essence of the capital. entries can be submitted up to 31 December 2010 through office of the Brand of Abu Dhabi (oBAD) ’s website; or can alternatively be dropped at 40 locations in the capital. For further information contact: 800 555

25th september to 4th October, National Theatre

Visit OBAd’s websiteon your mobile phone.


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Beat withSITHDutch musician, DJ, and a record producer... who are we talking about? Well its Tijs Michiel Verwest, or it’s Dj Tiësto to you and me.

Tiësto is among the top tier crop of world renowned

DJs. But what is it that makes him one of the most

demanded DJs?

“When you see me, you know I feel it and I love

what I do. It is the real thing. When you see me play

you know you are seeing someone who plays not

because he has to, but because he loves it”,

says Tiësto.

Tiësto showed an interest in music from the young

age of twelve. He began professional DJing at the

age of 14 at school parties and later moved on to be

a regular DJ at clubs in Netherlands. He continued

his career producing hardcore/ gabber tracks which

earned him the great success.

His fame continued to skyrocket through the early

2000s following his six-hour “Tiësto solo” sets which

he performed without other DJs or opening acts.

This idea: of one DJ playing alone to a large crowd,

was brought to its pinnacle when Tiësto became

the first DJ to hold a solo concert in a stadium; on

May 10, 2003 - he performed for over 25,000 people

in Arnhem’s GelreDome. This concert, which was a

roaring success, was later called Tiësto in Concert.

In 2004 the Athens organizing Committee for the

olympic Games (ATHoC) asked Tiësto to perform at

the olympic Games, making him the first DJ to play

live on stage at an olympic Games. By late 2004,

Tiësto began touring the world with his music.

In an interview in Cliché Magazine’s February

2010 issue, Tiësto said, “Well, my plans for 2010 are

definitely to keep touring! I hit Australia in January,

then February, then the UK in March!” He has

performed in five UK arena shows in March and one

in Dublin, Ireland. Tiësto has added UAe to his busy

2010 tour schedule and will perform at ADNeC on

1 october 2010.

Watch out Abu Dhabi, DJ plays for one night only!

by Sithara Sethumadhavan

Dj TIËSTO A kALEIDOScOPE OF HIS wORLD


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Yunib siddiqui spent vacations in Abu Dhabi while he was growing up, visiting his parents who lived here while he went to boarding school and then university in the UK. He began his professional life 20 years ago as an accountant but soon started a business in London selling decorator accessories handmade in Africa. But that wasn’t enough for him, and he began to look around for other entrepreneurial opportunities.

1. How did you become interested in Jones the Grocer, an Australian company that doesn’t have outlets in the UK or the middle east?

I was looking for something that had a retail component and the food sector appealed. I first heard about Jones the Grocer in the magazine Wallpaper in 2008.

2. How long did it take from reading about Jones to opening it in Abu dhabi?

18 months. We opened on september 21, 2009.

3. Why did you decide to start in the UAe and Abu dhabi?

I was familiar with Abu Dhabi because my parents lived here while I was studying in the UK. I knew there was an opportunity and potential clients. I also felt that Abu Dhabi was severely under-retailed.

4. What was it like to set up the business?

You come on holiday, and everything seems amazing, but it was more difficult than I expected. There are many things that no one explains. Nothing is as simple as it looks. I never perceived it as a challenge, but it was.

5. can you give an example?

The Municipality inspects us regularly which is normal, but they don’t understand what we do. They see us as a corner shop.

6. Whenever i come to Jones, there are customers, and sometimes a line of people waiting to be seated. You must be doing well.

Yes, but I am reinvesting the money. To have a business that’s viable, that has momentum, that has economies of scale, I need 2-3 stores in Abu Dhabi.

7. What about dubai?

I looked at Dubai first, but I found landlords exceptionally greedy. I couldn’t find a space with decent rent. We are opening our first store in Dubai at the beginning of next year.

8. Where will it be? in one of the malls?

We don’t open in malls usually. This will be on sheikh Zayed road, opposite Times square.

9. What about the next two stores in Abu dhabi?

We have one in Khalidiyah and another in Al raha Beach. Khalidiyah is next to the oryx Hotel in one of the new towers. That is scheduled for November or December this year. Al raha Beach will be early next year, perhaps before the Dubai store.

10. What were your biggest problems in starting the business?

recruitment was one. I had to interview every candidate myself because I wanted a multi cultural staff to serve the multi cultural clientele in Abu Dhabi. It also does not help that the labor force is transient and not

particularly mobile. The legal system isn’t as business friendly as it originally appears to be –ownership, bureaucracy and red tape are key issues where the risk is hard to fathom at the outset.

11. The good thing is that you are doing well and opening more outlets. What have you learned that you can pass on to budding entrepreneurs in the UAe?

• Add 15-20% to your business plan for local costs and hurdles and Add another 30% for inefficiency - to provide a reasonable cushion

• Recognize that recruitment can’t be passed to agencies - you have to do it yourself if you want the right people

• Understand local issues which are more complicated than they seem at first

TamakkanEntrepreneurby Alma kadragic

YUNIb SIDDIqUI, OwNER AND cEO jONES THE gROcER

The first entrepreneur to present his business this fall at Tamakkan is Yunib Siddiqui, owner of jones the grocer in Abu Dhabi. He will talk to the Tamakkan audience at 7:00 pm on September 29 at the Al Mamoura Auditorium. * Here is a preview for Tempo readers.

Tempo september 15 - 30, 201010*If you want to attend the session, it is free but registration is required. Email: [email protected]


TechTalkgMAIL, THE NEXT PHONE HUb?

ASk THE MOUSE!

THE NEw AcER!

The Acer Aspire 8943G laptop is the latest from the Acer family to meet most demanding multimedia needs. With its huge 18.4-inch, 1080p screen, Blu-ray drive, fast graphics chip and fast processor, it’s capable of rivalling most desktop PCs when it comes to watching movies and gaming. As the laptop packs a huge size, you don’t expect it to be very portable. In fact, the best you can do is carry it from room to room. Weighing in at 4.8 kg, and measuring 440 by 44 by 295mm, you certainly won’t be packing it in your suitcase to take it on holiday.

Despite it’s humongous size, it still manages to look classy. For example, the screen bezel sits flush with the display, giving the effect of there being a single sheet of glass. Liberal use has also been made of a stunning metallic finish on the lid and keyboard surround.

For office use? Yes please!

scientists have trained mice to recognize the whiff of

bird flu in duck poop, and they think they can train dogs

to do the same thing. If so, flu-sniffing dogs, or chemical

sensors built to duplicate this not-so-stupid pet trick,

could become a new line of defense in the fight against

epidemics. The latest findings focus on the detection of

avian influenza, aka bird flu.

early-warning systems for illness in animal

populations are important for human

health as well. species-jumping

diseases can pose a deadly threat

to all of us, as we saw with

bird flu and H1N1 flu (aka

swine flu). Developing new

tools for identifying such

infectious diseases is one

of the scientific missions

of the Monell Chemical

senses Center in

Philadelphia.

Google is experimenting with technology to make phone calls from the

Google chat interface. This web-based service will allow users to make

phone calls from their inbox. It will be launched with Google Chat window

on the lower left hand side of a Gmail page and will allow users to place

and receive calls from within their contacts through an user interface

which will be similar to Google voice. However it is not mentioned as of

now whether this is going to come across as a new product or just an

additional offering from the company. “Google is always testing new

features and products, but we have nothing specific to announce right

now,” a Google representative said.

Maybe a bit of good news on the phone front to

lessen the BB blow?

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It’s all good news,

I’m sure. But just

stay away from

my pet mouse.

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TrendSettercheckout the latest men’s collection at SpringField, Al wahda Mall

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The one thing I regret buying:

The one thing I dream of buying:

A boat

Tempo spots fashionable and smart dressers around the city.

What do you do?

OUr FAsHiON eXPerT sAYs:

style inspiration:Well groomed women

A full time home maker

Your most valued possessions?my baby Adnan

Nothing as of now

My style philosophy:Be classy!

ShoesDh 144

Shirt (Origin) Dh 175

Gold Chain Dh 1, 050

Trousers (Salsa)Dh 700

Outfit (Mothercare) Dh 247

Belt (Splash)Dh 100

Nationality:

Uzbekistan

Age: 28

Age: 4 months

My Style BLUEPRINT

Your baby boy will look back at this picture one day and say ‘what a cool mom’. Tempo’s staff think baby looks pretty dashing as well. Prepare for his question: “mom, was i an england fan?”

Name:

Narghiza

Baby: Adnan

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You can never get fed up of certain things in life, like kababs.In

our search for some good kababs, Tempo found this new kabab

stall in Khalidiyah Mall which serves delicious, juicy kababs in a

number of dish options.

The menu has a variety of kababs to offer in chicken and lamb

versions. We started our meal with some chicken kabab rolls

followed by a sizzling plate of “yum chicken boti kabab”, which

was done just right - cooked just right and with juices intact! As

we were about to wind up our kabab feast, we were served with

complimentary watermelon juice (with a generous helping of

flavored rose syrup) - a sweet way to end a meal.

Along with kababs, the place also serves some Indian snacks

and chats (fruit salads) along with samosas and pav bhaji (a

vegetable sauce tossed with fresh onions, tomatoes and ginger,

served with bread).

City BitesFOODLANDS Great value buffet

Finding a multi-cuisine restaurant in the city can

sometimes be a bit challenging, especially when you

have family members each fancying a different kind of

food. This is where Foodlands (on Airport road) comes

to your rescue, with its wide array of cuisines: French,

Italian, spanish and Chinese. suprisingly each cuisine

manages to deliver an acceptable level of authenticity.

Tempo tried the international lunch buffet and is

tastefully pleased. The buffet table was well laid with

the right combination of veggies, poultry, meat and fish.

Though the biryani could have been done better, the

seekh kebabs and drums of heaven pamper your taste

buds. The star of the day is the vegetable shashlik, honest

to goodness veggies. The desserts section, however, is

more limited and India-centric, but theres usually creme

caramel and a fruit basket on the side. The best thing

about this restaurant is the prices -- fill up the tummy

without emptying the wallet.


A meal for two (including drinks) will cost – dh 130

A meal for two will cost – dh 60

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The American

Academy Award winner George Clooney stars in the title role of this suspense thriller, filmed in Italy. Alone among assassins, Jack (played by Clooney) is a master craftsman. When a job in sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, he vows to his contact Larry (Bruce Altman) that his next assignment will be his last. Jack reports to the Italian countryside, where he holes up in a small town and relishes being away from death for a spell. The assignment, as specified by a Belgian woman, Mathilde (Thekla reuten of ‹In Bruges›), is in the offing as a weapon is constructed. surprising himself, Jack seeks out the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto (Italian stage and screen veteran Paolo Bonacelli) and pursues romance with a local woman Clara (Italian leading lady violante Placido). But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.

machete

robert rodriguez makes good on expanding his Grindhouse fake trailer Machete into a feature film with this overnight Productions picture. Danny Trejo will once again star as the knife-wielding vigilante who nearly dies in an assassination conspiracy, only to return later on and seek vengeance against those who wronged him. robert De Niro, Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Alba, steven seagal, Don Johnson, and Jeff Fahey fill out the supporting cast.

Kings of Pastry

Witness 16 of the world›s most talented pastry chefs in action as filmmakers D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus showcase the intense preparations for the three-day competition known as the Meilleurs ouvriers de France. staged just once every four years, the Meilleurs ouvriers de France represents the pinnacle of a pâtissier›s career. Those who win the competition are awarded the prestigious «Collar,» a distinctive red, white, and blue collar that singles them out as true masters of the culinary arts. As the harried chefs race to perfect their elaborate, delectable creations, judges study their every move with intense scrutiny.

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SEPTEMbER 15 - 30, 2010 GuiDe

children’s run (17 September 2010) at ADNeC

The internet show & social media event (21- 22 September 2010) at ADNeC

Hunting and equestrian show (20- 25 September 2010) at ADNeC

The emax sing like a star- Karaoke competition (23 September 2010) at emax Hamdan

Upclose and Personal (25 September - 4 October 2010) at National Theatre

Tamakkan (29 September 2010) at Al Mamoura Auditorium

Abu dhabi classics run (29 September- 1 October 2010) at Abu Dhabi Corniche

Tiësto concert (1 October 2010) at ADNeC

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Sports Centre & Club

Mosque

Cultural Site & Art Gallery

Park

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MALLS1. Abu dhabi mall-5K: T. 02 645 4858

2. madinat Zayed shopping centre-6i: T. 02 633 3311

3. madinat Zayed Gold centre-7i: T. 02 633 3311

4. Al Wahda mall-8J: T. 02 443 7070

5. Khalidiyah mall-8H: T. 02 635 4400

6. marina mall-7d: T. 02 681 8300

7. Al Falah Plaza-7J: T. 02 642 5800

8. Al raha mall-12HH: T. 02 556 2229

9. Yas mall:On Yas island T. 02 696 4444

PARKS & GARDeNS1. Zalamat Garden-9e

2. Family Park-7G

3. Al mushrif children’s Garden-11K

4. sheikh Khalifa Park-14U

5. Khalidiyah Garden-8G

6. Old Airport Garden-15T

7. Al Ghaf Park-13O

8. Baldiyah Garden-6J

9. capital Garden-5i

CuLTuRAL SiTeS & ART GALLeRieS1. Ghaf Art Gallery-8G: T. 02 665 5332

2. salwa Zeidan Gallery-9G: T. 02 666 9656

3. Abu dhabi cultural Foundation-6H: T. 02 621 5300

4. Heritage Village-7e

5. Barakat-9c: T. 02 690 8950

6. Qibab Art Gallery – 9F :T. 02 665 2350

7. Abu dhabi Pottery– 8G :T. 02 666 7079

8. drama Abu dhabi– 8J :Mob: 050 986 1761

9. Gallery One, emirates Palace– 8c : T. 02 6908207

10. manarat Al saadiyat– 6 BB :T. 02 6908207

BeACHeS1. Women’s Private Beach-9B: End of 18th Street

2. corniche Beach-8e: Along Corniche Road

3. Breakwater-7e: End of 18th Street

MOSQueS1. sheikh Zayed Bin sultan Al Nahyan Grand

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2. sheikh mohammed Bin Zayed mosque-11l3. sultan mosque-10G

SPORT CeNTeRS & HeALTH CLuBS1. Abu dhabi city Golf club-12J: T. 02 445 9600

2. Abu dhabi Golf club & resort-15BB: T. 02 558 8706

4. Al Wahda sports & cultural club-9i: T. 02 4433000

5. Abu dhabi marina & Yacht club-4K: T. 02 644 0300

6. emirates sailing school-12FF: T. 02 563 2700

8. Zayed sports city-15s: T. 02 444 8000

9 . Al Jazeera club-8i: T. 02 446 5855

10. Amateur Football club-10J: T. 02 446 5850

11. Arabian divers & sport Fishing charters -11G: Mob: 050 614 6931

12. Abu dhabi ice rink-15T: T. 02 444 8458

13. Abu dhabi international marine and sports club- 8d: T. 02 681 5566

14. Abu dhabi sailing club-3l: T. 02 673 1111

15. Abu dhabi ladies club-10B: T. 02 666 2228

16. Abu dhabi chess club-9J: T. 02 633 1110

17. Khalifa international Bowling centre-15s: T. 02 403 4650

18. Abu dhabi Health & Fitness club-12K: T. 02 443 6333

19. Armed Forces Officer’s club-16U: T. 02 441 5900

20. Beach club-5J:T. 02 644 6666

21. Abu dhabi combat club-10K: T. 02 443 0355

HOTeLS & ReSORTS1. emirates Palace-8c: T. 02 690 9000

2. Hilton international Abu dhabi-7F: T. 02 666 6888

3. sheraton Abu dhabi resort & Towers-4i: T. 02 677 3333

4. le meridien Hotel-4J: T. 02 644 6666

5. le royal meridien Hotel-5i: T. 02 674 2020

6. Abu dhabi Airport Hotel T. 02 575 73777. millennium Hotel-5H: T. 02 626 2700 8. intercontinental Abu dhabi-9e: T. 02 666 68889. sands Hotel-6i: T. 02 633 533510. Beach rotana Hotel-6K: T. 02 644 3000

11. Yas Hotel-7ll T. 02 696 4444

12. raha Beach Hotel-12HH: T. 02 508 0555

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17. Khalifa international Bowling centre-15s: T. 02 403 4650

18. Abu dhabi Health & Fitness club-12K: T. 02 443 6333

19. Armed Forces Officer’s club-16U: T. 02 441 5900

20. Beach club-5J:T. 02 644 6666

21. Abu dhabi combat club-10K: T. 02 443 0355

HOTeLS & ReSORTS1. emirates Palace-8c: T. 02 690 9000

2. Hilton international Abu dhabi-7F: T. 02 666 6888

3. sheraton Abu dhabi resort & Towers-4i: T. 02 677 3333

4. le meridien Hotel-4J: T. 02 644 6666

5. le royal meridien Hotel-5i: T. 02 674 2020

6. Abu dhabi Airport Hotel T. 02 575 73777. millennium Hotel-5H: T. 02 626 2700 8. intercontinental Abu dhabi-9e: T. 02 666 68889. sands Hotel-6i: T. 02 633 533510. Beach rotana Hotel-6K: T. 02 644 3000

11. Yas Hotel-7ll T. 02 696 4444

12. raha Beach Hotel-12HH: T. 02 508 0555

13. shangri-la Hotel-16X: T. 02 509 8888

14. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr-15X: T. 02 654 3333

15. One-to-One Hotel-8K: T. 02 495 2000

16. Oryx Hotel-8G: T. 02 681 0001

CiNeMAS1. Grand Abu dhabi mall-5K: T. 02 645 8988

2. cinestar marina mall-7c: T. 02 681 8484

3. Grand Al mariah cinema-5i: T. 02 678 5000,

4. National cinema-5i: T. 02 671 1700

5. eldorado cinema-5i: T. 02 676 3555

6. Al raha cinema-12HH: T. 02 556 2008

7. cine royal Khalidiya mall-8H: T. 02 681 9444

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What brought you here?

The Islamic culture and family

What were your first

impressions of this city?

Neat and less crime

Where can we find you

hanging out?

Mostly in the malls

How has living here

changed you?

The way this country is well

supplied and has great hospitality.

living life here has transformed me

positively.

if Abu dhabi were a coffee, what

kind would it be?

A Turkish coffee

Any advice to a new arrival?

None.

What brought you here? My husband, and the idea of experiencing new places

What were your first impressions of this city? extreme humidity, interesting people, so many nationalities, and how the city was so busy

Where can we find you hanging out? The malls, beach, pool and desert

How has living here changed you? I have become more aware of other cultures

if Abu dhabi were a coffee, what kind would it be? Double espresso

Any advice to a new arrival? Don’ t take the gold taxis!

People Meter is an offbeat way to learn more about our community and our people, all of whom come from different backgrounds, cultures and walks of life.

PeopleMeter

Shawarma or falafel? Shawarma

beaches or sand dunes? Sand dunes

Dates or chocolates? chocolates

Do you speak Arabic? No (I’ve tried)

Shawarma or falafel? both!

beaches or sand dunes? both are fun to be in!

Dates or chocolates? chocolates

Do you speak Arabic? just a bit! Shukh barekh! =D (Tempo: Arabic, huh???)

qUIck HITS

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jeannette jefferyNationality: South AfricanTime in Abu Dhabi: 2 yearsOther places lived: Florida, South Africa

barsha ShaikhNationality: bangladeshi Time in Abu Dhabi: 6 years Other places lived: bangladesh, Uk

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Tempo september 1, 2010

NAME: RIDGE ADAM GONZALES

NAtIONALIty: fILIpINO

cApSuLED : SEpt 15, 2010

AGE: 19

TIMECAPSULE

Quick Hits

“My Space • My Way • My Life”

Your most valued posses

sion

My Macbook, I absolutely cannot live

without it, it's practical

ly my life. I wake

up with it and I slee

p with it.

Where can we find you hanging out most?Khalidiya Mall or Marina Mall .

One thing you cannot live

without?

Aside from my Macbook? Internet

I guess.

Five things you need for survival

(list material things only)

1. My phone.

2. Macbook.

3. iPod.

4. A machine that magically

makes food.

5. Endless supply of water

Where in the world have you travelled? Your wishlist of countries to visit. I›ve been to the Philippines (my home

country), Czech Republic, Austria, France,

Italy, Australia, Canada, and U.S.A. I’m

hoping to be able to go on an Asia tour one

day. India, China, Korea, and Japan being one

of the countries I’d love to visit.

If there is a place, hangout, café, mall or

hotel (any place) that you feel at home-

which place would that be?Definitely a cafe. I just love the ambience, the leather

chairs, the warm yellow lighting, silent chatter amongst

patrons, and occasional sounds of the coffee machines

working their magic.

Soda or Coffee ?

COFFEE!!!

Hot or Cold?Either, depending on what

I feel like .

Traditions or Innovation?

Innovation .


21Tempo readers: put on your creative caps and send us your own ‘Time Capsule” to: [email protected]

Quick Hits

Describe a typical day

in your life, in 2-3 sentences.

It’s not much but when I’m not working I

usually like to spend a lot of time to myself

surfing the net, reading a good book, or working

up a sweat by going for a run in Corniche.

Occasionally I like to get together with friends

over a cup of coffee and catch up on things.

The person who inspires you the most? I don’t exactly have one person in mind, there’s way too many to mention . But the kind of people who inspire me the most are the ones who are never afraid to speak their mind and fight for what they believe in .

What is your idea of a perfect weekend? A perfect weekend for me would perhaps be a day at the beach with a couple of friends, followed by a trip to the cinema to watch the newest box office hit in the evening.

What car would like to own?

Not too particular with cars, but a Jeep Wrangler

would be cool .

If today is the last day where would you rush to go? To my loved ones, to spend my last day with them .

If you could associate

yourself with a drink/

snack- what would it be?

McDonald’s french fries, because

everyone loves them!

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Making a Differenceby Sithara Sethumadhavan

Tempo: Tell us something about Abu dhabi classic run 2010.

Pam: Can you beat Beethoven! That’s what the theme of this year’s Abu Dhabi Classic run. This is a charity event benefitting music education programs and diabetes prevention programs. This year the composer selected is Beethoven and the event will use his symphony #5, which is about 32 minutes long. each of the three fitness events planned will challenge the participants of the 3 km Family Walk, 1.5 km supervised Children’s Walk and the 6 km elite run (for the serious ones) to beat the time it will take to play. This is approximately 32 minutes. In addition, the event will have health and music awareness booths such as “Are you fit for Music” and choosing the right foods for healthy living, a classical concert by local young artists on Thursday evening, and sponsor booths with lots of information and giveaways.

Tempo: so this is a walkaton with music?

Pam: It’s not a walkathon. In fact, it is not typical of most walks and runs in the UAe. It’s different. We are combining classical music with health awareness activities. Beethoven is this year’s composer. Next year we will select another composer to educate the public about classical music, which helps Abu Dhabi move I the right direction of being a cultural capital.

Tempo: Who can take part in this walk?

Pam: People of all ages that live or are in the UAe can take part in this event. Babies can be pushed in strollers (no charge), children can walk in the supervised event and families and interested others can join the walk route for the Family Walk. We have added an elite run for the serious runners. The overall goal is to have fun and use Beethoven’s music to set the mood to have fun and at the same time challenge ourselves.

Tempo: How can one register for the Abu dhabi classic run?

Pam: Anyone who wishes to take part in the event can register online, http://www.abudhabiclassicsrun.com. ( scan tag) registration is open up to half an hour of the event but anyone who registers for the run after

september 25th will have to pay an extra of Dh 10. The registration fee for the Family Walk is Dh 40 per person, elite Walk is Dhs. 100 per person and the Children’s Walk is Dh 20 per person.

Tempo: What happens to the proceeds from the event?

Pam: This year the proceeds will go towards music education programs of the Abu Dhabi Classics and the diabetes prevention programs of Imperial College London Diabetes Centre.

Tempo: What are the other highlights of this event?

Pam: The classical concert with primarily young people is not to be missed. We have a few surprises and they must be left for the event day. There will be music playing most of the time for this event, which will add to the atmosphere.

Tempo: reasons why one must not miss the classic run.

Pam: It’s the first! It’s for everyone! It’s fun! It supports two worthy charitable projects that benefit those in the UAe. It has some surprises! You have all the reasons to be there.

Making a Difference is a celebration of good people and good deeds. Please share with us your ideas, activities, and community public-good stories. Send them to [email protected]

So what is new on the Corniche? “ Nothing much except for the Beethoven run... Yep, you heard right, Abu Dhabi Classics’ first charity event is themed “Beat Beethoven”. Tempo catches up with Pam Simmons, the event coordinator to find out more.


Visit the site for the Abu dhabi classic run 2010on your mobile phone.


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by Alma kadragic • Photos from barjeel Art Foundation

Around the Neighbourhood

If you’re like me and live in Abu Dhabi, I’m willing to bet that most of your trips outside the emirate are to Dubai. There’s a lot to see and do, and when I drive to Dubai, the farthest I seem to get is Wafi. Next comes the airport, and I don’t go there unless I’m getting on a plane. sound familiar? If it is, you like me are missing what’s just past the airport and beyond the limits of Dubai called sharjah.

These days sharjah is in the news for power cuts, but we should remember that sharjah was emphasizing art and culture before they became fashionable in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Tomorrow the Louvre and Guggenheim will be built in Abu Dhabi. Today all museums in the UAe are located in sharjah.

Drive past the airport from the Garhoud Bridge and pretty soon comes an exit on the right with a brown sign that includes Al Qasba at the bottom. Get off, stay on the new road, keep looking for Al Qasba, and pretty soon you’ll see a ferris wheel in front to the left, a sure sign that you’ve reached Qanat Al Qasba. Park at the long low building and slightly to the right, you’ll see a sign on the wall that says Maraya and another for Barjeel Art Foundation.

Qanat Al Qasbah includes entertainment, retail, restaurants, and art. Depending on what you’re looking for and the weather, you can ride the ferris wheel and eat outside in one of the many cafes and restaurants. When it’s summer, and the temperature is in the mid 40s, enter Maraya, appreciate the serious A/C, and go to the second floor to the Barjeel Art Foundation.

It was established by sheikh sultan sooud Al-Qassemi to display works from among the 480 in his private collection for the public. The first exhibition which is called Peripheral vision opened in March and will be changed after eid. It features 32 works by Arab artists, everything from 2007 or newer. sheikh sultan’s collection as a whole includes modern and

contemporary pieces by Arab artists, some living outside the Middle east or North Africa but nonetheless linked by culture and history.

When you visit Barjeel and you should sunday-Thursday from 10 am - 8 pm and Friday from 4 - 10 pm, you may find sheikh sultan there too, and if he is present, he’ll tell you about each painting and sculpture, what it means to him, why he selected it, and where it fits in the spectrum of Arab art in general.

one of the stars of the exhibition is Untitled by Abdul Qader Al rais, probably the most famous emirati artist, who cannot be represented by any gallery since the Ministry of Culture controls who buys and sells his work. Al rais doesn’t paint figures; he does landscapes and often uses the small squares seen in this brightly colored abstract.

sheikh sultan says, “What’s the point of art if it isn’t shared?” Barjeel is the only example in the UAe of a private collection open to the public. The works on display are not for sale. However, sheikh sultan is ready to lend them to other institutions locally and internationally if they pay for transportation and insurance.

one of the most striking works is the green-toned Ladies of Gaza by Layan shawabkhe, a young Palestinian woman who died of cancer in December at the age of 23. some visitors say that Ladies of Gaza reminds them of early Picasso paintings. The painting is haunting and tragic like the story of the artist.

egyptian Khaled Hafez is represented by Divine exodus, one of a pair of paintings. Hafez makes use of many traditional motifs in his painting and contrasts good and evil, secular and religious, old and new. He is familiar with egypt, of course, and also France and the Us. The painting suggests similarities and differences among these cultures. “Artists are the conscience of society,” said sheikh sultan in an interview with The National daily newspaper in Abu Dhabi in July. “It is essential for their work to be seen and appreciated.”

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MyABU DHABITEMPO FOLLOw UP ON ‘THE gUggENHEIM gIRLS’: AbU DHAbI STUDENTS LEARN TO TALk AbOUT ART

The cover of Tempo’s July 16-31 issue featured two Emirati art students at Zayed University who were preparing to intern for six weeks at the Guggenheim museum in New York. Because my own vacation in the US took me to New York the last week of August, I visited Afra Al Dhaheri and Amal Al Shehhi at their work place and talked to them and their supervisors about the experience.

by Alma kadragic • Photos by Tanya Ahmed

Two and a half months after being interviewed

in Abu Dhabi for the Tempo story, Afra and Amal

are comfortable living in New York and working at

the Guggenheim every day. “Because New York is

multicultural,” Amal, says, “it is easier for everyone to

adjust.” she confesses, however, it took “three weeks to

learn the subway.”

Afra says that the schedule for the six week internship

was so detailed that she “didn’t think it would all

happen.” But it did, and she adds, “they included us in

activities inside and outside” the Guggenheim, and

“pushed us to explore.”

several months ago Dr. sharon Parker, an art historian

in the Department of Art & Design, Zayed University,

suggested to Kim Kanatani, Deputy Director and

Gail engelberg Director of education, solomon r.

Guggenheim Foundation, that two of her students

intern at the Guggenheim. No emirati had ever done

that. Kanatani agreed and with her team created and

managed the training program. Now she hopes the

“sample pilot program” will lead to more emiratis coming

to learn how a major museum operates.

The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Museum on saadiyat Island

is slated to open in 2013. That may seem like a long

way off, but up to now there have been no academic

programs in museum studies in the UAe and no local

opportunities for internships in a museum in Abu

Dhabi or Dubai. Many people will be needed to staff the

Guggenheim, the Louvre, and the other arts institutions

in the cultural district. They will build the audience for

the new cultural sites to make them a part of life for

emiratis and expatriates as well as tourists.

Annually, according to Kanatani, the Guggenheim

receives 600 Cvs for 150 internship slots in New York.

Candidates are selected and placed in line with their

own interests and the Guggenheim’s needs. They work

on projects and are introduced to the Guggenheim and

the art and museum world. “The number of interns who

become employees is significant,” Kanatani said.

Working with Parker, Kanatani was “delighted” to find

that Afra and Amal are both artists with an art history

background and familiarity with contemporary art.

When she asked them what they hoped to get from

the internship, Kanatani discovered “they wanted to

understand how museums enable visitors to make

sense of art.”


so they were assigned to the education department and

introduced to “inquiry based teaching and learning.”

This is the approach taken at the Guggenheim: visitors

who join a tour participate in an interactive experience.

To learn how that works, Afra and Amal attended several

intensive training sessions at the Guggenheim to prepare

them for their final assignment - to conduct a discussion

of art works with viewers.

The students learned more about how to do that during

the 5-day workshop led by artist Karen Finley at the

exhibition Haunted: Contemporary Photography/video/

Performance that ran from March 26 – september 6

at the Guggenheim. Afra noticed Finley was “almost

invisible” during the workshop. “This was more about us

than about her.”

The 12 women who attended were of varying ages and

backgrounds. Amal found that Finley seemed to “have

a different plan” for each participant. “It almost feels like

she doesn’t have an objective.” The group discussed their

reactions to a specific work, then, expressed themselves

in writing and later created something inspired by that

work. The goal, said Kanatani, is “to make the exhibition

come alive.”

Near the end of the internship, Kanatani and her team

plus guests gathered at the Guggenheim to participate

in Afra and Amal’s final teaching presentations. Amal

focused on photographs and began with Her, Her, Her,

and Her by roni Horn, a work that combines 64 black

and white photographs taken in different parts of a

locker room showing glimpses of female faces and

bodies. she led the guests in a discussion with wildly

varying reactions to the work and even allowed her own

interpretation to be influenced by the remarks.

Afra focused on sound with LacrimaCorpus - which

means body tears – by Janaina Tschape, a video of a

woman in a romantic castle like chamber, twirling in time

to music that goes faster and faster. starting gracefully,

the dancer becomes more and more erratic and finally

collapses. Afra’s body language changed as she bent over

the seated guests and asked for opinions, sometimes

suggesting another interpretation, both guiding and

patient.

Just days before heading back to Abu Dhabi, the

students were already thinking about what they would

do next. Afra said, “I’m looking forward to sharing what

I’ve learned about inquiry based teaching.” Amal said,

“There’s a lot of intimidation in art. I want to break those

boundaries, make things simple and casual, and get to

the personal level.”

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did you know that Abu dhabi...• Is located on a T-shaped island, jutting out in the

Arabian Gulf.

• Is one of the largest oil producers in the world and

significantly contributes to the world’s economy.

• Is one of the wealthiest states in the world.

• Has nearly 200 islands fall under the

Abu Dhabi territory including Das, located

170 kilometres northwest of Abu Dhabi city,

and Mumbraz and Bani Yas, which are located

approximately 180 kilometres west

of the capital.

Tell us about your Abu Dhabi. Send your photos as well. Write to [email protected]

Know your cityBetterby Sithara Sethumadhavan

Did you know that in Abu Dhabi only 30 percent of the Emirate is inhibited- rest is covered by desert?

Did you know that Abu Dhabi tops world list for private parking fees?

Tell us about... your Abu dhabi


1. The quirkiest fact you have heard about Abu Dhabi.

2. The most unusual story you have heard Abu Dhabi.

3. The most interesting person you have met in Abu Dhabi.

4. The most unique experience you had in Abu Dhabi.

5. The most fascinating place you have found in Abu Dhabi.

Did you know that Abu Dhabi produces 10 times more waste per capita than the Czech Republic and six times more than France?

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How well you knowAbu Dhabi

1. What landmark, at the breakwaters on the Corniche holds a world record?

2. How many malls are there in the city? ( Think! not so obvious)

3. Which building in Abu Dhabi has found a place in the Guinness Book of World Records? (Hint: recent entry)

4. Which hotel in the city had an elevator (once upon a time) which accommodated a dining table inside it?

5. Which recent Hollywood movie was suppossed shot in Abu Dhabi?

6. Abu Dhabi is the only city that has a hospital for which species?

7. What is the “elephant trunk sticking” from the ground near the Abu Dhabi Airport?

8. Which mall in Abu Dhabi is a dome shaped building? (Hint: it’s small mall)

9. Where is the city’s largest spa and fitness facility located?

10. Which is Abu Dhabi’s oldest building?

11. What is the name of the island off the Western coastline that lies in the Marawah Marine Biosphere Reserve, the regions first and largest UNESCO-designated marine biosphere reserve? (Hint: it is closed to humans)

12. What is the name of the new bridge that has been called one of the world’s most complex bridge structures because of its radical design, and what is the name of the architect building it?

13. What is the name of tall slender hunting hound that

originated in the Arabia Peninsula and is bred across the UAE?

14. What are the four species of marine turtle that live in the waters of the UAE?

15. What is the name of the shiny woven decorative strip, often in neon colours, that is applied to Emirati jalabiyas?

16. What is name of of the huge area between Abu Dhabi and Dubai that is being developed into a worldscale containter and industrial port?

17. What is the local Arabic name given to the basketry and woven items made out of palm fronds?

18. What is the name of event that is held annually to

promote hunting, Arabian horses, falconry, camel breeding and other local traditions?

19. The annual Al Dhafra Camel Festival in Gharbia also

includes camel beauty contest. What are three of main the beauty ‘features’ that camels are graded on?

20. What are the names of the two main types of camels

that are featured in Abu Dhabi camel festivals and competitions?

21. How big is the soon to open Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi

and what is the record breaking feature that it will have?

22. What are the five iconic cultural developments currently being built on Saadiyat island?

Answers: - 1. Longest Flag post in the world 2. Fifteen (15) 3. Leaning Tower in ADNEC 4. Intercontinental 5. Sex and the City 2 6. Falcons 7. The airport’s new 110m-high air traffic control tower 8. Bateen Mall 9. Grand Canal by J W Marriot (located between the two bridges Maqta and Musaffah) 10. Qasr Al Hosn- the white fort (built in 1761) 11. Bu Tinah island 12. The Sheikh Zayed Bridge 13.Saluki 14. Green turtle, Hawksbill turtle, Loggerhead turtle and Leatherback turtle 15. Telli 16. Khalifa Industrial Zone 17. Khoos 18.The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 19. long necks, large, how symmetrical the humps are and the shape of the ears 20. Asayel and Majaheem 21. It covers 200,000 square meters, and it features the largest Ferrari logo ever created. 22. Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi, The Zayed National Museum, The Maritime Museum, The Performing Arts Centre.

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The exhibition is being held through Abu Dhabi Authority

of Culture and Heritage (ADACH). It is quite an honour to

be one of the select few who get to do this show. As the

exhibition title suggests, ‘Up Close’ is inspired by personal

experiences. I will be showcasing artworks on canvas;

my style can be categorised as ‘Abstract expressionist’.

Technically speaking, ‘Abstract expressionist’ as a style lays

emphasis on spontaneous, automatic or subconscious

creation. This style favours large canvasses, dramatic

colours, and loose brushwork.

organising and preparing for the show was a combination

of hard work and fun. I attended a lot of Art Meets at other

artists residences and hosted a few in my home too. over

numerous cups of tea, coffee, cookies and brownies, we

mulled over possible names for the exhibition, discussed

how we can make it a success, what should be the content

for brochures, etc. We have been working together for the

last seven months to make this a success.

‘Up Close’ promises to be quite unique and I am

tremendously excited about this show because, for the

first time, I and fellow artists will be interacting with

viewers by giving workshops in person. For art lovers,

enthusiasts and aspiring artists alike, this is a fantastic

opportunity to meet the artists in person and discuss their

techniques or ideas behind their work.

To many of you the workshops may not seem

extraordinary, but let me explain, we artists are intensely

protective about our creative process. strangers are

generally not welcomed in artists’ private studios where

artworks are created. one writer put it aptly when she

said ‘The relationship of an artist and his or her studio

is reputed to be like one between possessive lovers; a

stranger in the middle is always an intrusion’. Therefore, I

am sure you can fathom what a giant leap it is for me, as

an individual artist, to reveal my creative process.

My workshop is on Abstract expressionism, and I will

create a new piece of artwork on canvas. I will use a

combination of acrylics and oils for the painting. The

days and times for the workshop are, 28 september and

2 october, between 4pm-6pm.

by Neena Rai

Art-ICULATEArt-ICULATEHaving just wrapped up the ‘Ramadan Art Bazaar’ at Ghaf Gallery where I was exhibiting

some of my latest works, I am now gearing up for the next exhibition opening at the

National Theatre on 21 September. This time around, I am exhibiting with a group of locally

based artists. This is my third group show with the same group, and it is entitled ‘Up Close’.

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Piloting your own car in Abu Dhabi is not substantially different than in most western

countries. The roads are in excellent shape, well lit at night and the numerous signs are

bilingual Arabic/English. Traffic follows the U.S.A. convention of driving on the right. Most

cars on the road are of a newer vintage and in excellent repair. Many are worth much more

than most upper-middle class annual salaries! However, there are some unique differences

the visitor, short or long term should be aware of:

1. stay out of the left lane on

multi-lane highways. some drivers

consider this as their own personal

racetrack and speed limits are rarely

enforced. You could end up with a

driver on your rear bumper, furiously

flashing his headlights, in seconds.

2. The city center is very congested

so expect to sit in gridlock

frequently. Keep a pocketful of

patience at all times, you will get to

your destination eventually. Don’t

run red lights!

3. Free parking in the city is hard to

find. Think Manhattan. Best to find

a municipal pay lot. The city has

installed some pay meters lately that

has eased this problem in

some areas.

4. street addresses are not

commonly used in Abu Dhabi so

navigation can be a chore. streets

are designed in a grid with a

number assigned each street, but

some streets also have names and

sometimes these change along the

length of the street. still with me?

Just get a good detailed map.

Abu Dhabi is a melting pot of

cultures and the many different

driving styles range from amusing

to maddening. If you encounter

the latter type keep your middle

finger retracted, it is illegal to wave

an extended one around, you could

land in jail.

renting a car for a road trip is fine

but if most of your journeys are

within the city, save some frustration

and take one of the numerous and

cheap taxis

Yank insandlandHitting the Road

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Aries (march 21- April 19)

Ignore the tiny details — you’ve got to focus on issues of great importance, and you’ve got people who can take care of the small stuff for you. It’s a really good phase for you to think big!

Taurus (April 20- may 20)reach out to someone close and let them know what’s going on inside your heart. That may be a surprise to them — and to you, as well, as you start to spill secrets even you didn’t know about.

Gemini (may 21- June 20)

You’re as busy as you’ve ever been — and it’s all awesome! You can multi-task with the best of them, and your great energy should help you rack up new accomplishments with great ease.

cancer (June 21 – July 22)

You aren’t in the best of moods — and if anyone deigns to cross you, they should figure that out pretty quickly! You might not literally bite their head off, but they may actually wish that you would.

leo (July 23 – August 22)

You’re making a great first impression — and are likely just as impressed with the people you meet. It’s an excellent time for you to build teams and forge lasting partnerships.

Virgo (August 23 – september 22)

You can see the heart of the matter with frightening speed — so much so that your peers might start to see you as some kind of machine. Let them think what they want, as long as they know you’re right!

libra (september 23 – October 22)

You can see both sides of almost any issue — and while it might exasperate your friends and lead to a few Hamlet moments, you’re perfectly happy with your broad perspective. Put it to good use!

scorpio (October 23- November 21)

Business matters are much tricker than they appear — probably because your competitors (or clients, even) are engaging in some seriously complicated chicanery. step back and wait for them to fail!

sagittarius (November 22- december 21)

Your friends and family have a lot to say — too much, most likely! That doesn’t mean you should blow them off, but at some point your impatience is sure to show through. Then it’s time to act!

capricon (december 22- January 19)

Get rid of anything holding you back — though you may want to think two or three times about losing any people who seem like dead weight. emotional baggage, physical detritus and dead-end projects can go.

Aquarius (January 20- February 18)

Your big brain is on of your most attractive features — though it’s got some serious competition! Though, it leads the pack, and should help you rekindle your love life in a big way.

Pisces (February 19 – march 20)

Don’t let yourself get nailed down to anything too specific — your energy is better for you if it’s loose and free-flowing. You can handle big-picture stuff, but the nitty-gritty eludes you for now.

Analyzing humor is like dissecting a frog. Few people are interested and the frog dies of it. E. B. White

Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions. Dalai Lama

Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.Frank Lloyd Wright

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