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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Jumada II 17, 1441 AH
Doha today 160 - 220
HANDS FULL: South Korean film
director Bong Joon-ho poses with his
engraved awards as he attends the 92nd
Oscars Governors Ball at the Hollywood
& Highland Center in Hollywood,
California. AFP
COVER
STORY
Foreign foray
Subtitled South Korean black comedy becomes first non-English
language film to win best picture Oscar. Pages 4, 5, 8, 9, 14 & 15
COMMUNITY BACK PAGE
Indonesian students shine at The Cooking Academy offers
Spelling Bee competition. unique experience for foodies.
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COMMUNITY ROUND & ABOUT
PRAYER TIME
Fajr 4.53am
Shorooq (sunrise) 6.13am
Zuhr (noon) 11.49am
Asr (afternoon) 3.02pm
Maghreb (sunset) 5.26pm
Isha (night) 6.56pm
USEFUL NUMBERS Varane Aavashyamundu
CAST: Kalyani Priyadarshan, Dulquer Salmaan, Shobana Corrigendum
DIRECTION: Anoop Sathyan
SYNOPSIS: Neena is a French teacher and single parent A wrong picture was inadvertently posted in these
to Nikitha, who is obsessed with the concept of an arranged columns yesterday with regard to Malayalam film
marriage. Their life changes when a retired army man and Varane Avashyamundu. The error is regretted.
another young man come to stay at the apartment.
Emergency 999 THEATRES: The Mall, Landmark, Royal Plaza
Worldwide Emergency Number 112
Kahramaa – Electricity and Water 991
Local Directory 180
International Calls Enquires 150
Hamad International Airport 40106666
Labor Department 44508111, 44406537
Mowasalat Taxi 44588888
Qatar Airways 44496000
Hamad Medical Corporation 44392222, 44393333
Qatar General Electricity and
Water Corporation 44845555, 44845464
Primary Health Care Corporation 44593333
44593363
Qatar Assistive Technology
Centre 44594050
Qatar News Agency 44450205
44450333
Q-Post – General Postal
Corporation 44464444
Humanitarian Services Office
(Single window facility for the repatriation of bodies)
Ministry of Interior 40253371, 40253372,
40253369
Ministry of Health 40253370, 40253364 Bad Boys For Life Mike gets wounded, he teams up with partner Marcus Burnett
Hamad Medical Corporation 40253368, 40253365 DIRECTION: Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah and AMMO – a special tactical squad – to bring the culprits
Qatar Airways 40253374 CAST: Will Smith, Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig to justice. But the old-school, wisecracking cops must soon
SYNOPSIS: The wife and son of a Mexican drug lord learn to get along with their new elite counterparts if they are
embark on a vengeful quest to kill all those involved in his trial to take down the vicious cartel that threatens their lives.
and imprisonment – including Detective Mike Lowrey. When THEATRES: Royal Plaza
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ROUND & ABOUT COMMUNITY
Ballet Lessons
WHERE: Music and Arts Atelier
WHEN: Ongoing
TIME: 4pm – 8pm
For more info e-mail at registration@
atelierqatar.com or call on 33003839.
After School Activities
WHERE: Atelier
WHEN: Ongoing
Music and arts activities for students
taking place after they finish their day in
school includes Group Music lessons, Hip-
hop, Ballet, Drawing and Painting, Drama
Qatar National Sport Day TIME: 12:30pm Theatre & Taekwondo. Ages between 5 and 10
WHERE: Museum of Illusions Street Food is the ideal venue for a leisure Qatar Food Fest years old after school hours.
WHEN: Today experience for the whole family offering over WHERE: Sheraton Hotel Park
TIME: 9am onwards 20 dine-in options and 18-hole World Mini- WHEN: Ongoing till April 30
Exercise your brain’s muscles and train Golf setup. TIME: 4pm — 1am
your mind with Dilemma Games on Qatar The festival is currently happening at
National Sport Day! Break the record and win Hobby Classes Sheraton Hotel Park. Qatar Food Fest features
exciting prizes. WHERE: Mamangam Performing Art 77 stalls, food trucks, and trolleys, bringing
Centre culinary and cultural experiences from all
WHEN:Wednesday – Monday corners of the globe to visitors and residents
Mamangam is an art and performance in Qatar.
centre started with a vision of spreading
our knowledge, interests and experience in
various disciplines in arts across different Public Speaking Classes for Adults
countries for children and adults. WHERE: Sharq Capital, C-Ring Road
We offer regular classes in disciplines like WHEN:Ongoing till July 1
traditional classical dance, art and craft, TIME: 6:30pm – 9pm
Bollywood and hip-hop styles, Carnatic Get trained by experts to be a good speaker.
music, robotics, percussion instruments, Smedley Toastmasters is conducting a
keyboard, yoga, zumba and martial arts six-month speech-craft programme that
like Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu and Kalari. teaches new members to speak confidently
For those who wish to register e-mail and develop leadership skills. For more
at info@mamangamqatar.in or call on information, 66053485, 33232490 or visit
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MIA Park Bazaar 2020
WHERE: MIA Park
WHEN: Ongoing till April 25
TIME: 2pm — 8pm
MIA Park Bazaar is a modern version of the Old Souq tradition with vibrant mix of around
120 stalls. You can browse and buy handicrafta, accessories, paintings, clothing, food,
jewellery, photography and art
Artistic Gymnastic Classes
WHERE: Qatar Academy Msheireb
WHEN: Ongoing
TIME: 3:15pm – 4:15pm
The Olympic sport using horizontal bar,
rings and floor exercises on mats for the
children from age 4 till 16.
Metro Street Food
WHERE: DECC Metro Station
WHEN: Ongoing
Compiled by Nausheen Shaikh. E-mail: gtlisting@gmail.com, Events and timings subject to change
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COMMUNITY COVER STORY
A South Korean rhapsody
Subtitled Asian film makes Oscars history with best picture win
Joaquin Phoenix is best actor, Renee Zellweger best actress
ONE BIG PARTY: Best Director award winner Bong Joon-ho poses backstage with the cast of Parasite during the 92nd Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. AFP
S
outh Korean black comedy international feature, and became the
Parasite made movie history at first Asian film to scoop best original
KEY OSCAR WINNERS the Oscars, becoming the first screenplay.
non-English-language film to “I thought I was done for the day and
BEST PICTURE: Parasite Korea) win the best picture award — ready to relax,” Bong had said earlier after
BEST DIRECTOR: Bong Joon-ho, BEST ANIMATED FEATURE: Toy Hollywood’s biggest prize of all. his best director win.
Parasite Story 4 A genre-defying thriller about a poor Bong also paid tribute on stage to his
BEST ACTOR: Joaquin Phoenix, BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE: family infiltrating a wealthy household, childhood hero and fellow nominee Martin
Joker American Factory Parasite won four awards, stunning the Scorsese, drawing a standing ovation for
BEST ACTRESS: Renee Zellweger, BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY: pundits who believed the Academy would the veteran director of The Irishman —
Judy Parasite - Bong Joon-ho, Han Jin-won never crown a subtitled Asian movie. which went home empty-handed.
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR: Brad BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY: “It’s such a great honour. I feel like I’ll But a bigger shock was in store as the
Pitt, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood Jojo Rabbit - Taika Waititi wake up to find it’s all a dream. It all feels movie beat frontrunner 1917 to win best
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS: BEST ORIGINAL SCORE: Joker - very surreal,” a jubilant Bong Joon-ho, picture, the night’s final prize.
Laura Dern, Marriage Story Hildur Gudnadottir who also won best director honours, told “It feels like a very opportune moment
BEST INTERNATIONAL Best Original Song: (I’m Gonna) journalists backstage, calling the night in history is happening right now,”
FEATURE FILM: Parasite (South Love Me Again from Rocketma “crazy.” producer Kwak Sin-ae told an audience
Parasite also won the Oscar for best of Tinseltown A-listers, who cheered the
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 GULF TIMES 5
COVER STORY COMMUNITY
film’s wins throughout the night at
the Dolby Theatre.
Bong predicted that “naturally
we will come to a day” when “a
foreign language film winning this
won’t be much of an issue.”
The Oscars stage was crowded
with South Korean actors and
filmmakers, who mostly spoke
to the audience through an
interpreter.
When Bong got his first Oscar
of the night — for best original
screenplay — he gazed at the golden
statuette in amazement.
He later paid tribute to his four
fellow director nominees, saying, “I
would like to get a Texas chainsaw
and split the Oscar into five and
share it with all of you.”
Phoenix and Zellweger win
The pre-Oscars favourite
1917, Sam Mendes’s innovative
and personal World War I movie
about two soldiers crossing no-
man’s-land, had to settle for best
cinematography, visual effects and
sound mixing prizes.
The movie — filmed to appear
like one continuous shot — had
swept up trophies at several other
galas in the build-up to Sunday.
Joaquin Phoenix won his first
Oscar for his turn in supervillain
origin story Joker, the film that
started the night with the most THE BEST: US actors, Joaquin Phoenix poses with the Oscar for Best Actor for Joker, and Renee Zellweger for Best Actress for Judy. AFP
nominations.
In an emotionally charged inspire “all the indigenous kids in memoriam” montage for those film about his life. No female directors were
speech, the actor railed against the world who want to do art and Hollywood lost this year, which Rapper Eminem, who won an nominated this year — a theme
injustice and “an egocentric dance and write stories.” opened with Bryant and closed with Oscar in 2003, made a surprise referred to by several celebrities.
worldview” that leads to Laura Dern won best supporting Douglas. appearance on stage to perform his Natalie Portman, a best actress
environmental destruction, before actress for her turn as a feisty Music was a prominent theme winning song Lose Yourself — which Oscar winner in 2011 for Black
paying tribute to his actor brother divorce lawyer in Marriage Story. throughout the night, which began was heavily bleeped out by censors. Swan, literally wore her feelings —
River, who died of a drug overdose with a medley addressing a swirling Icelandic composer Hildur she had their names stitched into
in 1993. Musical tributes row over the lack of minorities Gudnadottir won best original the Dior cape she wore to the gala.
Phoenix, a strict vegan, The event’s luxury and glamour and female directors on the star- score for her haunting music for The ceremony had no host for
concluded on a personal note. contrasted with the grief in Los studded nominee list. Joker. a second consecutive time. Early
“I’ve been a scoundrel in my life. Angeles over the recent deaths “We celebrate all the women who “To the girls, to the women, to reviews were not favourable.
I’ve been selfish, cruel at times and of Golden Age film legend Kirk directed phenomenal films and I’m the mothers, to the daughters, who “When the ads are the real
hard to work with, and I’m grateful Douglas and Oscar-winning so proud to stand here as a black, hear the music bubbling within, stars, you really have a really
that so many people in this room basketball star Kobe Bryant. queer artist,” singer Janelle Monae please speak up,” she said. “We serious problem,” wrote Deadline
have given me a second chance,” Record Grammy-winning singer said. need to hear your voices.” Hollywood, calling the ceremony
he said. Billie Eilish sang a moving version Elton John won for best “way too long.” — AFP, Reuters
Renee Zellweger sealed a
remarkable comeback by winning
best actress for Judy, dedicating
the award to the Hollywood screen
legend she portrayed.
“Judy Garland did not receive
this honour in her time. I am certain
that this moment is an extension of
the celebration of her legacy,” she
said in accepting her second Oscar.
Politics reigns
Pitt, who claimed his first acting
Academy Award for his supporting
turn in Quentin Tarantino’s Once
Upon a Time... in Hollywood, was
one of several winners to strike a
political note.
“They told me I only have 45
seconds up here, which is 45
seconds more than the Senate
gave John Bolton this week,” he
said, referring to President Donald
Trump’s recent impeachment trial.
American Factory — the first
film from Barack and Michelle
Obama’s production house, about
a Rust Belt factory reopened by
a Chinese billionaire — won best
documentary.
Best adapted screenplay went
to Nazi satire Jojo Rabbit, about a
young boy corrupted by fascism.
Taika Waititi, who is of Maori SUPPORTING GLORY: US actors, Brad Pitt with the award for Best Supporting Actor for Once upon a Time...in Hollywood, and Laura Dern for Best Supporting
origin, said he hoped the win would of Yesterday
Actress to accompany
for Marriage the “in
Story. AFP original song from Rocketman, a No women directors
6 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COMMUNITY
Winner of Nepal Idol 2017 performs in Doha
Buddha Lama, winner of Nepali singing reality show Nepal Idol, recently performed in Doha himself to music from a fairly young age. He learned to play harmonium along with
at an event organised by Non Resident Nepali Tamang society. He performed over more other percussive and stringed instruments. Lama’s years of learning produced yields of
than six songs from his latest album. Post performance, the singer said that he was more successes, including being tagged as the fourth top singer in the singing competition Big
than happy to see thousands of Nepalis in Doha coming together to enjoy his live gig. “I Icon in 2012.
have performed in over more than 15 countries, but Qatar holds a very special place to me Speaking about the nature of music, he said, “I don’t have a particular genre as I’m quite
since I started my international performance career from this country,” he added, “I wish to experimental. I like playing around with different sounds and styles. Being able to portray
come here and perform again.” my emotions and my thoughts through lyrics and melody is a form of expression I find
Buddha started singing from a very young age before bursting into limelight with Nepali myself most drawn to, and something that comes naturally to me.”
Idol 2017 platform. To learn music professionally, Lama joined Gurukul Institute and devoted — Text and photos by Usha Wagle Gautam
KUQ organises poetry symposium and felicitates notable poets
Karwan-e-Urdu Qatar (KUQ) recently organised ‘Jashn-E- Inayati, Dr Nadeem Shad, Jauhar Kanpuri, Ateeq Anzar,
Azhar Inayati and Aalmi Mushaira 2020’ at DPS-Modern Malka Naseem, Ahmed Jamal, Dr Wasi Bastvi, Rashid Alam
Indian School Auditorium. The event was attended by Azim Rashid, Aziz Nabeel, Mushfiq R Naqwi and Shabeena Adeeb
Abbas, Patron and Chairman of KUQ; Ateeq Anzar, Founder presented their works at the event. Dr Chandrakumar Jain,
President of KUQ; and Shahid Khan, General Secreatry of literary laureate, Indian President’s Medal Awardee and
KUQ. The event was compered by Anshu Jain. renowned poet of Hindi language, also presented his work.
Azhar Inayati, notable poet from India was felicitated Though the magic of wit and wisdom of Dr Kumar Vishwas,
with Karwan-e-Urdu Lifetime Achievement Award on the a champion of veracity, earnestness and motivation in
occasion for his significant contributions for Urdu poetry his poetry was undoubtedly irresistible as a compere, the
and literature. The award was presented by Dr S R H Fahmi, presence of 14 prominent poets of different genes in poetry,
First Secretary at the Embassy of India. Dr Kumar Vishwas all at once over the same dais, under the dominion of Adv.
also presented the Karwan-e-Urdu Lifetime Achievement Azhar Inayati was equally exalting.
Award to Sanaulla Abdul Rehman, MD Gulf Light, The event was sponsored by Al-Sulaiman Jewellery
philanthropist and strong Urdu supporter. & Watches, LuLu Group Qatar, Teyseer Motors, Total
Karwan-e-Urdu Literature Award was presented to Dr Environment, 360 Realtors, Commercial Bank Qatar (CBQ),
Chandrakumar Jain for his contribution to Hindi Literature Al Muftah Contracting, Coastal Qatar, Skills Development
by Hassan Chogule, prominent community leader and Centre, Qatar International Electrical Company WLL
philanthropist. Mohammed Althaf, Director of LuLu (QIECO), Homes R Us, Alumasa Qatar, StS Group, Suzuki,
Hypermarket, presented the Karwan-e-Urdu Literature Royal Regis, dGrill Restaurant, Gulf Lights Electrical
Award to Dr Kumar Vishwas for his contribution to Hindi Engineering WLL, GO Green, Al Muftah, The Final Touch,
and Urdu Literature. Mega Mart, Phillsbury Gold Atta, Haldirams, and Brooks
Various local poets, including Dr Kumar Vishwas, Azhar Café.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 GULF TIMES 7
COMMUNITY
Indonesian students win big in
Spelling Bee Competition at PPSD
Six Indonesian students of Phoenix Private held by the Phoenix Private School. The
School in Doha (PPSD) recently competed students have to memorise 200 English
in a Spelling Bee Competition organised words and spell its letter randomly asked
by the school. Fatih Jauhar won the by the teacher in front of over 200
competition in the KS2 Category. audience, including students, teachers,
The students who took part in the school staff and parents.
competition, included Icha, a student of Appreciating the students for their effort
Grade VII; Fatih, grade V; Nayaka, Grade and hard work, Muhammad Basri Sidehabi,
VI; Harlan, Grade VI; Raja, Grade IV; and Ambassador of Indonesia, said, “Their
Laetitia, Grade III. For the KS2 Category, achievement is in line with the Embassy’s
five out of six students competed for the effort to improve the image of Indonesians
championship in the final round along in Qatar. I always support any Indonesian
with 18 other participants from Grade III-VI. to give their best in work, education,
Other Indonesian students competed in sports and cultural activities, starting at
Grade VII-IX category. the earliest age. Just like the Indonesian
The Spelling Bee Competition is annually students in Phoenix Private School did.”
MMHS of New Mahe Association
elects new office bearers
An alumni association comprising the former M P Saleem presided over the event. The event
students of MMHS of New Mahe residing in Qatar, kicked off with a prayer by Nazar Mallali, which
MMHS of New Mahe Association, was recently was followed by an introductory speech by
formed. MMHS of New Mahe Association is Ashik Mahe. Mubarak Abdul Ahad welcomed
managed by M M Educational Society, the oldest the gathering and M P Saleem inaugurated
society in the Mahe region formed in 1919. M the association. The new office bearers of the
P Saleem was elected as the Chairman of the association were elected on the occasion. The
alumni association; and Mubarak Abdul Ahad new office bearers, include Ashraf Kakkandi,
and Ashik Mahe, Vice Chairman and the Advisory Finance Co-ordinator; Nazar Mallali, Public
Board Chairman, respectively. Relations Co-ordinator; and M C Ashraf, Saleem
The former students from the Mahe region Kunnamkulam, Mahroof Kohinoor, Taju Chovaal
participated in the first public meeting of the and Faizal Kandoth, members. Mubarak Abdul
alumni association held at Panoor Restaurant. Ahad proposed a vote of thanks.
DPS-MIS marks QNSD celebrations
As a part of Qatar National Sport Day houses of the school and symbolising the
celebrations DPS-Modern Indian School (DPS- hopes and aspirations of the participants and
MIS) recently organised Annual Sports Meet spectators. After the oath taking ceremony,
Sports Rendezvous-2019-20 for the student of the sports torch, symbolising goodwill and
Grade VI-VIII. Asna Nafees, Principal of DPS- sportsmanship was carried by the school’s
MIS, along with Soma Bhattacharjee and Mary national level athletes. Special awards were
Cruz, Headmistresses at DPS-MIS, attended given to the most promising players of different
the opening ceremony of the sports meet. The sports and games. The sporting events included
principal declared the meet open by releasing football, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, and
the balloons depicting the four colours of the cricket.
Fatih Jauhar winner of KS2 Category.
8 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COMMUNITY OSCARS RED
Soft pink, basic black an
It was a wet and chilly red carpet at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, where Hollywood’s eli
Awards. But Hollywood’s stars still donned their Oscar-Sunday best. From a shimmering La
here are some of the best shots from the red carpet at the 92nd Academy Aw
O
scars night is the And she brought the ultimate The showstoppers:
most glamorous in accessory: her actress mom Diane Some outfits just pop the instant
Hollywood, and the Ladd, a three-time Oscar nominee you see them.
best in showbiz did not herself. Regina King, who won the Janelle Monae, who opened
disappoint with their same award last year for her role in the gala with a rousing medley
sartorial choices on Sunday. If Beale Street Could Talk, stunned number, shut the red carpet down
Pink gowns were a serious in a blush Versace gown with an in head-to-toe glittering silver
trend, along with basic black and asymmetrical neckline, one strap Ralph Lauren. The backless gown
statement necklaces. and sparkling silver detailing across had long sleeves, a full ball skirt and
And then of course, there were the bodice. a slouchy hood.
showstopping fashion moments And Idina Menzel – who Pop iconoclast Billie Eilish,
that don’t neatly fit into any performed the nominated song the big winner at the Grammys
category. from Frozen II with several other two weeks ago and a performer
actresses who voice Queen Elsa on Sunday, kept up her signature
Here is a look at the highlights in foreign-language versions of “pajama couture” look in a white
from the Oscars red carpet: Disney’s animated film – wore a Chanel jacket and trousers, blinged
strapless magenta J Mendel gown out in the interlocking double-C
Pretty in pink: with a voluminous sash. logo. Her lime green hair and claw-
Several A-listers went for Completing the look was like black fingernails provided
feminine elegance in shades of pink. a massive teardrop diamond major contrast.
Laura Dern, who won the best necklace. And actor Billy Porter, who
supporting actress crown for Young Julia Butters, the child rocked the Oscars red carpet last
her work as a divorce lawyer in actress who featured in Quentin year in a head-turning Christian
Marriage Story, wore a custom Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time... in Siriano tuxedo gown, donned a
Armani gown with a bead- Hollywood, joined the pink parade daring Giles Deacon gown with a
encrusted, tasselled black bodice in a frothy cotton candy pink sleeveless, gold, feather-detailed
and a flowing baby pink skirt. Christian Siriano dress. bodice and a wild print silhouette.
Natalie Portman Laura Dern Billie Eilish Idina Menzel
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 GULF TIMES 9
D CARPET COMMUNITY
nd some big statements
ite arrived for the 92nd Academy
aura Dern to Billie Eilish’s statement,
wards. By Robyn Beck
Making a statement: Saoirse Ronan, a nominee for
Natalie Portman, a best actress best actress for her turn as Jo March
Oscar winner in 2011 for Black in Little Women, wore a Gucci gown
Swan, let her feelings about the with a black bodice that exploded
lack of nominations for female in a cream-coloured flounce at the
filmmakers be known – she had waist and a pale lilac skirt.
their names stitched into the And by and large, the men went
black Dior cape she wore over for the classic black tux, including
her gown. Those names included best actor winner Joaquin Phoenix,
Lorene Scafaria (Hustlers), Lulu who has worn the same Stella
Wang (The Farewell), Greta Gerwig McCartney suit for the entire
(Little Women) and Marielle awards season.
Heller (A Beautiful Day in the
Neighbourhood). Remembering Kobe
“I wanted to recognise the Veteran director Spike Lee, who
women who were not recognised won the best adapted screenplay
for their incredible work this year Oscar last year for race drama
in my subtle way,” Portman told the BlacKkKlansman, rocked purple
Los Angeles Times. on the red carpet once again – this
time to honour late basketball
Basic black legend Kobe Bryant.
Portman was not the only His jacket lapels bore the number
Hollywood star in basic black. 24, worn by the Lakers icon and
Penelope Cruz turned heads in Oscar winner, who was killed in a
her Chanel halter gown with the helicopter crash two weeks ago.
house’s signature white camellia on “Tribute. Honour. Homage. We
the bodice. all miss him,” Lee told ABC. – AFP
Joaquin Phoenix Spike Lee
Regina King Julia Butters Penelope Cruz
10 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COMMUNITY INFOGRAPHIC
Try This Punch a hole in the
1 small end of each egg,
Super-strong snip it larger and pour
the eggs into the bowl
eggshells Give the eggs to your
helper – they are
Chicken eggs are good for cooking
just thin shells of
mineral, but you Wash and air dry the shells
may be surprised
how strong they are.
Stick tape around each egg; carefully
You’ll need 2 break away shell between tape and hole
• Four eggs Put shells on floor in
• Sharp Tape Egg’s 3 a square and gently put
widest point a book on them
scissors
• Bowl • Tape How many more
• Phone books books do you think
or hardback they can hold?
books
• Adult helper Add more books
and see how
strong the
eggshells are
Source: Reeko’s Mad
Scientist Lab
What happened?
Eggshells are strong
because they work the Put weight on one
same way as an arch place, and the WEIGHT
or dome curving shell
spreads the
force all around
the egg
The strong
walls of the WEAK
Eggshell ... but shell support
is strong weak if you the weak
if you push point
push against
against its flat
its end side
... STRONG STRONG
Graphic: TNSTuesday, February 11, 2020 GULF TIMES 11
LIFESTYLE/HOROSCOPE COMMUNITY
Excess smartphone use linked
to mental distress, suicidality
U
sing smartphone for long hours gaming. “For adolescents today, who have not
every day may do you more known a world without social media, digital
harm than you can probably interactions are the norm, and the potential
think of. Researchers have found benefits of online access to productive mental
that spending a lot of time with health information — including media
the device and on social media may lead literacy, creativity, self-expression, sense of
to mental distress and suicidality among belonging and civic engagement — as well as
adolescents. low barriers to resources such as crisis lines
The findings, published in the journal and Internet-based talking therapies cannot
CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association be discounted,” the authors wrote.
Journal) contains guidance for physicians, The researchers recommend that doctors
parents and teachers on how to help teenagers should ask teenagers to reduce social media
manage smartphone and social media use rather than eradicate it completely
use for a healthy balance between sleep, and encourage parents to be part of the
academic work, social activity, interpersonal conversations.
relationships and online activity. Parents should discuss appropriate
“Physicians, teachers and families need to smartphone use with teenagers to determine
work together with youth to decrease possible together how to reduce risks and set
harmful effects of smartphones and social boundaries.
media on their relationships, sense of self, A recent poll from the US indicates that
sleep, academic performance, and emotional 54 per cent of teenagers think they spend too
well-being,” said lead author of the study Elia much time on their smartphones and about
Abi-Jaoude from Toronto Western Hospital half said they were cutting back on usage.
in Canada. “Encouragingly, youth are increasingly
This review of evidence, led by the Hospital recognising the negative impact of social
for Sick Children (SickKids), focuses on media on their lives and starting to take steps
smartphone use and does not consider online to mitigate it,” the authors wrote. – IANS
ARIES
March 21 — April 19
TAURUS
April 20 — May 20
GEMINI
May 21 — June 20
Some welcome visitors from far away could come to see you today News could come your way, perhaps through local magazines If you’ve been striving for success in the field of writing, speaking,
and cause temporary chaos in your home. You’ll be glad to see them, or newspapers, about possible renovations occurring in your or publishing, Gemini, you have the chance for a real breakthrough
however, Aries, as they’ll have some great news and fascinating community. These changes could be rather controversial, Taurus, today. A large sum of money or an opportunity to earn it in one of
information to pass on to you and your family. You’ll want to so don’t be surprised if you hear a lot of gossip and a number of these fields might come your way, and you’ll definitely want to take
introduce them to other friends who share your interests. This could opinions, both pro and con, on the matter. You might want to delve advantage of it. It may involve legal papers, such as contracts. This
give rise to a horrendously messy house, but you’ll have fun anyway. more deeply into the facts before forming an opinion of your own. definitely boosts your ego, your mood, and your motivation.
CANCER
June 21 — July 22
LEO
July 23 — August 22
VIRGO
August 23 — September 22
Success and good fortune might be in the wind for you today, Cancer. Successes have been coming your way continually for a while, Leo. The Upheavals within a group with which you’re affiliated, perhaps
Whatever it is will probably have you feeling especially elated and downside is that excessive celebrating could have you feeling physically professionally, might cause you to alter your goals slightly, Virgo.
satisfied with your accomplishments. You’ll want to tell everyone, but out of sorts today. Nonetheless, your mood should still be very high, In the long run, this could well prove to be a positive development,
this could prove frustrating since some of the people you want to tell and you should still be strongly motivated to continue whatever it is although the conditions leading to it could be a bit disconcerting.
might not be reachable today. Hold off on spreading the word until you you’ve been doing that has brought such positive results. Let your Think of this as an opportunity to pursue new hopes and dreams
can inform those closest to you. You’ll need their support. imagination flow freely. that you may not have considered before. Plan carefully.
LIBRA
September 23 — October 22
SCORPIO
October 23 — November 21
SAGITTARIUS
November 22 — December 21
A number of people in interesting fields, such as law, education, or A chance to take a long journey, perhaps to a distant state or foreign Some traumas, phobias, or hang-ups from the past that have been
writing and publishing, could cross your path today, Libra. This could country, could suddenly present itself to you today, Scorpio. This limiting you in some way could suddenly come to the surface
involve your job, or perhaps these people attend a social event that you trip is apt to be far more significant than a simple vacation. It may be today, Sagittarius. You might get the most insight by analysing your
host in your home. Either way, some fascinating and useful information career related or involve an opportunity to expand your education. dreams. The release could be so profound that you have to spend
could come your way that alters your thinking and nudges it subtly in a It could also concern a relationship. Whichever it is, you’re likely to some time alone today, perhaps away from the house, in order to
new direction. You’ll want to make the most of it. make the trip and it will probably change your life in subtle ways. fully grasp it all. At the end of the day you should feel elated.
CAPRICORN
December 22 — January 19
AQUARIUS
January 20 — February 18
PISCES
February 19 — March 20
Novels and movies might have caused you to feel especially Although you may have been feeling somewhat out of sorts for the Today you’re likely to be longing for a little break from your daily
passionate. Today you long to schedule a dinner with a friend, past few days, Aquarius, today you could feel as if you just got a routine, Pisces, and for an evening alone with a friend. You’re
Capricorn. Other social obligations could get in your way, however. new lease on life. You’re in excellent physical, mental, and emotional feeling passionate, but you also have much to report concerning
You might have made these other commitments a long time ago and shape, so you should be raring to go. Both immediate and long-term new opportunities that have recently come up. Some of these, if
they may be business related. It might be far later than you’d hoped goals should be easy to achieve while your energy is strong today. implemented, could well change your life in a profound way. You’ll want
before you’re able to see your friend. Better late than never! Begin working on them; don’t put them off. your friend’s opinion, since it concerns him or her as well.12 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COMMUNITY CARTOONS/PUZZLES
Wordsearch Adam
Pooch Cafe
A LA MODE BETE NOIR CUISINE
DE TROP EN RAPPORT ENTENTE
MAL DE MER NOM DE LUME DÉTENTE
AU REVOIR COUTURE IDEE FIXE
EN MASSE EN ROUTE HORSEDCOMBAT
MOT JUSTE SAVOIR FAIRE COUPDEGARCE
Codeword
Every letter of the alphabet is used at least once.
Squares with the same number in have the same letter
in. Work out which number represents which letter.
Puzzles courtesy: Puzzlechoice.com
Garfield
Sudoku
Bound And Gagged
Sudoku is a puzzle based
on a 9x9 grid. The grid is
also divided into nine (3x3)
boxes. You are given a
selection of values and to
complete the puzzle, you
must fill the grid so that
every column, every anone
is repeated.Tuesday, February 11, 2020 GULF TIMES 13
PUZZLES COMMUNITY
Super Cryptic Clues Colouring
Across Down
1 Be in time for difficulty (5) 1 Moderate start for combination
4 County for males (5) locks (5)
7 Boy embracing girl from 2 Unhappy miscreant finally
Munich, perhaps (8) getting reprimand (7)
8 Standard extract from 3 One who will succeed with
Goodman or Miller (4) melody, we hear (4)
9 Fliers with time to construct a 4 Fool in poor abode keeping
floating platform (4) pecker up (8)
10 Yes, he’ll make a poet! (7) 5 Where boats may be made of
12 Old Tory plan upset singer tin and aluminium (5)
(5,6) 6 Taking issue about press
14 Uncommon and unusual operator (7)
places one entered (7) 11 I may tend to explode (8)
16 Spoils for the god of war (4) 12 Shows given low grades by
19 Top marks received by expert old people (7)
(4) 13 Essay about old play such as
20 Not completely skint, here King Lear (7)
debtor is overdrawn (2,3,3) 15 Belief expressed by socialist in
21 Twenty known by those in the company (5)
know? (5) 17 Excessive energy in course of
22 Settle for salary increase? action (5)
(3,2) 18 Prevent containers being
brought up (4)
Solution Answers
Wordsearch Codeword14 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COMMUNITY OSCARS
FIRST: Shia LaBeouf, left, and Zack Gottsagen,
PERFORMANCE: Singer-songwriter Janelle Monae, left, and actor Billy Porter BEST DIRECTOR: Spike Lee, right, gives the Oscar statue for who became the first Oscars presenter with
perform onstage at the Oscars. Best Director to Bong Joon-ho. Down syndrome.
Best Oscars moments
By Andrew MARSZAL
room of A-list fans: “I thought I
was done for the day and was ready
female superheroes Brie Larson
(Captain Marvel) and Gal Gadot Kobe tributes
syndrome, slightly hesitating
over his lines before being gently
to relax. Thank you so much.” (Wonder Women) were starting a Expected tributes to Oscar- encouraged by LaBeouf.
“If the Academy allows, I would “fight club.” winning basketball star Kobe “Shia was offered to present an
T
he Oscars ended with a like to get a Texas chainsaw, split “Men are all invited, but no shirts Bryant, who was killed in a Oscar. He said he would do it if he
bang Sunday, as South the Oscar trophy into five and share allowed,” Gadot joked. helicopter crash two weeks ago, can share that moment with his
Korean movie Parasite it with all of you,” he told his fellow “And the loser gets to answer were surprisingly understated. beloved co-star Zach Gottsagen
became the first non- nominees. questions from journalists about The Lakers icon was the who we all adore,” tweeted Alma
English-language film to By the time he rose to collect how it feels to be a woman in first entry in the traditional Har’el, who directed LaBeouf in
scoop top honours on Hollywood’s the award for best picture, a Hollywood,” she added. “in memoriam” video of those Honey Boy.
biggest night. speechless Bong left the talking to Hollywood has lost this year.
The wide-ranging, three-and- his producers. Pitt does politics But he drew a homage from Cats stars get the joke
a-half hour show had plenty of “It’s (an) unbelievable night, Brad Pitt has won multiple veteran director Spike Lee, who One day after Cats scooped the
memorable moments in the build- it’s very hard to believe,” he said awards for Once Upon a Time... in arrived in a purple jacket with most nominations for the Razzies —
up to the awarding of the top prize. backstage. Hollywood, and earned a reputation lapels bearing Bryant’s jersey Hollywood’s annual celebration of
Here are some key takeaways: for delivering the season’s wittiest, number – 24. its most terrible movies — the flop’s
Women’s ‘fight club’ most entertaining speeches. And Matthew A. Cherry, own stars took to the stage dressed
Bong speaks... again In a year that saw female directors Following his Oscars win, the collecting his award for best in feline suits.
Parasite director Bong Joon- snubbed, the big question was — Hollywood heartthrob struck animated short film, dedicated his The film — an adaptation of
ho had sensibly prepared a few who would speak out about gender a more serious, political note, win to Bryant, saying: “May we all Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical —
winning comments –but by his equality? slamming President Donald have a second act as great as his used computer-generated effects to
fourth trip to the stage, he was The answer turned out to be: Trump’s recent impeachment trial. was.” morph its all-star cast into deeply
scrambling for words. almost everyone. Backstage, Pitt expanded on the unnerving half-human, half-cat
Having thanked his wife and Past Oscar winner Natalie theme, telling journalists: “When Down syndrome first hybrids.
cast upon winning for best original Portman donned a Dior cape with gamesmanship trumps doing the Another moment of Oscars “As cast members of the motion
screenplay, Bong collected the prize names of women left out stitched right thing, it’s a sad day and I don’t history was made when Zack picture Cats,” began Rebel Wilson.
for best international feature film into it, saying it was her “subtle way” think we should let it slide.” Gottsagen, of the indie hit The “Nobody more than us
with a sentiment from the heart: of responding to the omissions. Asked about his earlier Peanut Butter Falcon, appeared understands the importance of...”
“I’m ready to drink tonight. Until In her opening musical number, wisecracks at other galas, including on stage alongside co-star Shia added James Corden.
next morning. Thank you.” Janelle Monae praised “all the women jokes about his Tinder profile, Pitt LaBeouf to hand out the best live- “Good visual effects,” they
But he was back on stage who directed phenomenal films.” added: “I have some really funny action short award. concluded in union, before batting
moments later having been named Alien star Sigourney Weaver friends that help me with some Gottsagen became the first playfully at the microphone stand.
best director, telling the jubilant quipped on stage that she and laughs.” Oscars presenter with Down — AFP
Obamas’ first film wins best said. “But it really could be from it had won the directing award.
documentary Oscar anywhere that people put on a It was released on Netflix in
uniform, punch a clock, trying to August 2019 as the first offering
The Barack and Michelle Obama- make their families have a better from the former first couple’s
produced film American Factory life.” Higher Ground Productions
snagged an Oscar on Sunday for “Working people have it harder company.
best documentary — a win for and harder these days, and we The film’s co-producer and the
Netflix, which backed the story of believe that things will get better factory’s chairman were unable to
a manufacturing plant in the US when workers of the world unite,” leave China for the ceremony, due
Midwest reopened by a Chinese she said in accepting her statuette. to White House restrictions on
billionaire. Co-directed by Reichert and travel over the coronavirus panic.
The film charts a Rust Belt Steven Bognar, the film is an all- “That inconvenience pales
community’s journey from access look at how both American when compared to people losing
optimism at the giant plant’s and Chinese workers, from blue- their lives, suffering because of
reopening, which brought back collar to management, had their this virus,” co-director Bognar
vital jobs, towards creeping anger lives transformed by powerful said backstage. The Obamas DOCUMENTARY: Mark Ruffalo, left, presents the Documentary – Feature –
and disillusionment, as the Chinese global economic forces. congratulated Reichert and Bognar award for American Factory to Julia Reichert and Steven Bognar.
management imposed strict, The story was moving enough to for their win Sunday, with the former
exhausting demands on workers catch notice from none other than president calling the film “a complex, downright good people take home honesty recognised — because
– and sacked those who did not the Obamas. moving story about the very the Oscar for Higher Ground’s first the best stories are rarely tidy or
comply. The former first couple acquired human consequences of wrenching release,” he tweeted. perfect.”
“Our film is from Ohio and American Factory early last year at economic change.” The former first lady said she “But that’s where the truth so
China,” director Julia Reichert the Sundance Film Festival, where “Glad to see two talented and was “glad to see their heart and often lies,” she tweeted. — AFPTuesday, February 11, 2020 GULF TIMES 15
OSCARS COMMUNITY
Afghans celebrate ramps and quarter pipes in Kabul “This movie is my love letter
Skateistan victory amid frequent militant attacks and to the brave girls of that country,”
at the Oscars suicide bombings. said Dysinger, as she praised the
“Proud of them. We feel proud teachers from her own life and the
Afghans took to social media for my sisters. Wish further ones at Skateistan in Kabul.
yesterday to celebrate a rare piece success for our champs,” wrote “They teach girls courage to
of good news for the war-torn Afghan Facebook user Sodaba raise your hand, to say I am here,
country, after a film about girls Samadi. I have something to say, and I’m
skateboarding took home an Oscar “Congratulations to our brave going to take that ramp -- don’t
for best documentary short at the girls! This is a proud moment try to stop me!”
Academy Awards. for all Afghan GIRLS! They face Skateistan’s executive director
Learning to Skateboard in a harsh realities of everyday cruel Oliver Percovich later told AFP he
Warzone (If You’re a Girl) tracks life in a war zone but keep moving was “delighted” by the win, saying
international charity Skateistan’s forward!” added Afghan journalist the “the story of a group of girls
bid to teach young Afghan Shaista Sadat Lameh. who are defying expectations,
girls how to skateboard in the “So much congrats... We wish being told by an all-female film
ultraconservative country, where to see Afghan Skateboard players crew” had gotten the recognition it
few women are encouraged to soon in the world champions,” deserved.
participate in sport. tweeted Yonus Popalzay. “We see so many negative
The film follows a group The film’s director Carol stories about Afghanistan and this
of young girls enrolled at the Dysinger also highlighted the is a story of real hope which can GIRL POWER: Learning to Skateboard in a Warzone (If You’re a Girl) tracks
nonprofit who gain confidence and plight of Afghan women during help to challenge perceptions,” he international charity Skateistan’s bid to teach young Afghan girls how to
courage as they learn to skate on her victory speech. added. —AFP skateboard.
Breaking the subtitle barrier
NATIONAL PRIDE: A man watches a TV broadcasting a news report on South Korean
CAST: Best Picture Award winners for Parasite pose onstage. director Bong Joon-ho who won four Oscars with his film Parasite, in Seoul, South Korea.
was “speechless” after the film won Best deeper messages of Parasite allowed it to Historic Moment
By Sangmi Cha and Hyonhee Shin Picture. resonate with people around the world. The movie’s distributor, CJ ENM, said it
Parasite had also snagged nominations for “Just like BTS had a popular appeal by was a “historic moment” that will go down in
best production design and best film editing, casting the problems the youth go through Korean film history.
S
outh Korean social media erupted and had already collected several other everywhere in the world, Parasite gained “Over the past year, we have realised that
in celebration yesterday after the international film awards. global understanding by demonstrating the the status of Korean films has dramatically
dark comedy Parasite became the A satirical take on the vast gap between issue of the gap between the rich and poor,” increased thanks to Parasite,” the company
first non-English language movie to the rich and poor in South Korea, the movie Kim said, referring to the K-pop group that said in a statement.
win the Best Picture award, already came as South Korea grapples with the divide has found wide success in the United States South Korean President Moon Jae-in
having netted three other Oscars in a historic between “dirt spoons” – those born to low- and around the world despite Korean- said the film’s cast and crew helped instil
first for the country. income families who have all but given up on language lyrics. “pride and courage in our people as we come
Director Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite vaulted social mobility – and “gold spoons,” as those One clip making the rounds on South together to weather difficulties.”
over what he once called the “one-inch tall from better-off families are known. Korean social media mocked a reporter who “I am very pleased to see a Korean film
barrier of subtitles” to capture international asked Bong why he shot the film in Korean. shoulder to shoulder with those of other
attention like no previous South Korean Language Barriers Falling “She should’ve asked Scorsese or countries,” he added.
movie. Although South Korea’s film industry is Tarantino why they shot their own Hashtags Parasite and DirectorBongJoonho
Bong’s win for Best Original Screenplay one of the largest in the world, the Korean- movies in English,” one commenter said, were the most trending on Twitter South
was the first Oscar for South Korea’s large language Parasite made unprecedented waves referencing other directors who were Korea, while the movie name was the most
film industry. in international markets. nominated. searched on the local Naver web portal after
But as the night continued, the film also After the nominations were announced Another popular clip on South Korean the victories.
came out on top of increasingly prestigious in January, Bong said he saw it as a sign that social media was a slow-motion shot of the Some South Koreans called the win a
categories, including International Feature language is no longer a stumbling block for cast enjoying the night on the red carpet, “national celebration”.
Film award, Best Director for Bong, and the global success. cheering the stars and wishing them the best “Global audiences will watch the movie
top award, Best Picture. “I was so proud as a Korean to hear that a of luck. and say that ‘South Korea can also do it,’”
“I’m ready to drink tonight,” Bong joked, South Korean film defeated so many famous US Ambassador to South Korea Harry said Kim Chan-dong, a pastor who watched
after thanking the cast and staff during his foreign films,” said Chung Su-yoon, a Seoul Harris tweeted, “we are doing a watch party Parasite on its second day in theatres. “The
acceptance speech for the International resident who watched Parasite just two hours at the embassy eating jjapaguri”, referring to movie frankly portrayed the story of people
Feature Film award. before the Oscars. the noodle dish the rich family enjoys in the in hardships, arousing deep sympathy from
Executive producer Kwak Sin-ae said she Pop culture critic Kim Hern-sik said the movie. people.” – Reuters16 GULF TIMES Tuesday, February 11, 2020
COMMUNITY
The Cooking Academy offers unique
culinary experience for foodies
Addressing the gathering at the
By Mudassir Raja beginning of the event, Mohammed
Abdul Malik said: “It has been a
great team effort for last 10 days to
T
he building in the corner put all things together for the red
was completely clad in corner event. They say it is very
red colour. The gleaming difficult to manage two chefs in one
red colour, red costumes, kitchen. The academy has handled
red furniture in the lawn, nine in total. I am thankful to all
and particularly the red-coloured of our chefs and guests for making
food created a special ambience the red corner event a success
for guests at the building of The and enjoying the food we have
Cooking Academy (TCA), which prepared.”
stood out from far off areas. Talking about his mother, Aisha
Red– the colour of emotions, al-Tamimi, Mohammed said: “She
made the ‘Red Corner’ event a lively has been I think a chef forever.
activity offering delectable cuisines She has been an inspiration all
and mouth-watering variety along. I would have never come
of sweets, all in red, to a select to the food industry, had she not
gathering. been in my life. Actually, she is the
The food tasting event was reason to have the academy. She
recently organised by the academy, is the cornerstone of the academy.
a culinary startup in Qatar with the She has always liked to document
aim of bringing people together, to what she has learnt all her life and
learn and enjoy the art of cooking, what has been passing through the
and to primarily promote its GROUP: Chefs and organisers pose for a group photo during the ‘Red Corner’ event. generations.”
activities for food lovers who are Sharing her experience of food
also interested in learning to cook. displayed in an artistic and from Aura Hospitality; Captain and let them notice our premises. tasting, Julia Toon, a seasoned
Besides the chefs from the fashionable way. The visitors were Hassan al-Ibrahim, from Qatar Different studies have suggested chef based in Qatar from UK, said:
academy, the organisers invited actually awestruck by the artistic Airways; Sheikha M J al-Thani, the red colour carries emotional “Visiting The Cooking Academy
nine celebrated chefs from different presentation and delicious tastes of a chef and food enthusiast; and impact on people. They say it is has been a tremendous experience
organisations in Qatar to share their different cuisines. There was also Chef Mark, barista. The organisers one of the oldest colours related of wows and talents. It has a great
culinary expertise with the visitors, a deft artist painted in red for the were namely; Mohammed Sufyan, to different human activities. The happy vibe. The food was great. I
which included ambassadors, interest of the guests. chief executive officer, Mohammed colour in our event also tells the think the school is incredibly well
diplomats, social media influencers, The celebrated chefs who took Abdul Malik al-Emadi, founder; story of how much man’s culinary positioned and well thought of.
food enthusiasts, and noted chefs part in the food tasting event were and Javed Kaleem, acting CEO. journey has reached today. “It is all about three points;’
from the city. They prepared all namely; Aisha al-Tamimi, founder Talking to Community just Everything cooked for the event is visuals, taste and smell. If you host
kinds of dishes with a fusion of of TCA and celebrated Qatari chef; before the start of the event, in red. The event introduced the something like this, you got to reach
different cuisine to test the taste Chef Manuel Ross, from Hamad Mohammed Sufyan said: “We visitors about our three activities; the people and reach them with your
buds of the guests. Hospital; Chef Nasser Saleh, named the event as red corner tasting the food, ordering the food. It is getting the awareness
The organisers took people in Chef Syma, pastry chef from the because our academy is located food, and learning how to cook about how creative the school is and
batches to visit the academy’s Cooking Academy; Chef Evgeniya in a corner. Usually, red colour is the food. It is an enjoyment and what a great opportunity it offers
premises and had them taste Sokolova, pastry chef from the used to stop the flow of traffic. We educational experience at the for youngsters or anyone who has a
different food items that were academy; Chef Fawaz al-Omain, used red colour to stop passers-by same time.” passion for food.”
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