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Qatar Tribune
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
QM unveils inspiring August calendar of cultural activities
Tribune News Network Doha This August, Qatar Museums (QM) invites visitors of all ages to engage with a rich programme of cultural activities designed to inspire curiosity and creativity. The month's highlights include immersive summer camps and hands-on art workshops to interactive storytelling sessions and insightful technical talks. Additional offerings include behind-the-scenes museum experiences, innovative digital art camps, and design-focused activities, bringing Qatar a summer of discovery and inspiration. Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art offers a dynamic mix of digital art and hands-on creative workshops throughout August. Workshop: Realms of Rhythm, 2 August & 6 September 2025 (11:00 AM to 1:00 PM) Experience the synergy of sound, movement, and visual art in this immersive session at Mathaf. Realms of Rhythm transforms music into motion and creativity, guiding participants through a rhythmic journey inspired by renowned artists and artistic styles. With live or curated soundscapes, interactive exercises, and guided reflection, you'll explore the deep connection between rhythm and artistic expression. Whether you're an artist, a music lover, or simply curious, this session will leave you energized, inspired, and creatively awakened. Feel the rhythm. See the music. Express your soul. Registration needed Digital Art Summer Camp, 3, 5, 7, 10, 12 & 14 August 2025 (2:00 PM to 6:00 PM) The Digital Art Summer Camp is a dynamic three-week programme introducing participants to digital art. Open to all skill levels, it covers graphic design, illustration, animation, and digital painting. Campers will explore tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, and animation software, gaining hands-on experience in digital drawing, painting, and animation while learning colour theory and sketching fundamentals. Registration needed Workshop: Mirror Portrait, 27 August 2025 (4:00 PM to 7:00 PM) In this engaging and reflective workshop, participants will explore the art of self-portraiture by drawing/ painting their reflection from a mirror. Through guided exercises, they will learn to observe facial features, expressions, and emotions while translating them onto the canvas. This hands-on session encourages creativity, self-discovery, and personal expression, making it an enriching experience for artists of all levels. Whether aiming for realism, expressionism, impressionism or abstraction, participants will leave with a unique portrait that reflects both their outer and inner selves. Registration needed M7 hosts creative design workshops and a summer camp for young talents this August. Activities include architectural model-making, embroidery, and hands-on sessions that nurture creativity and design thinking. Workshop: Design Your Dream House, 2 August 2025 (11:30 AM to 2:00 PM) In this engaging two-hour hands-on workshop, children become mini architects as they design their own dream houses using colourful cardboard, textured materials, and glowing transparent windows. While exploring shapes, light, and space, they are introduced to the basics of architectural thinking in a fun and creative way. Each child will present their unique creation, reflecting their imagination and design choices. This workshop is ideal for children aged 6–10 who enjoy hands-on creativity, building, and imaginative play. No experience needed—just curiosity and enthusiasm! Workshop: Cross-Stitch Bookmark Embroidery Workshop, 9 August 2025 (12:00 PM to 2:00 PM) Discover the art of cross-stitch embroidery in this beginner-friendly workshop. All materials are provided, making it easy to explore stitching techniques and craft a unique keepsake in a calming and creative setting. To register, visit: Kids Summer Camp by M7 x Liwan; 10 -14 or 17 - 21 August 2025 (10:00 AM to 1:00 PM) Calling all young creatives! This summer, learn how to bring stories to life with stop-motion animation. This 5-day summer programme allows children to discover the magic of Stop-Motion animation using claymation, cutouts, and objects. Participants will learn animation basics, storytelling, and exhibition design through hands-on projects guided by professional facilitators. Children will build skills in creativity, teamwork, and communication while creating their own short, animated film. At the end of the summer camp week, they will showcase their work in a special family screening. To register, visit: The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) offers engaging family activities this August, combining creativity with cultural learning. Highlights include an immersive escape room, a summer camp exploring food and identity, and a creative workshop series. Escape Room - Secret Banquet, Every Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday throughout August 2025 (11:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM) Featuring rooms within rooms that immerse participants in the rich legacy of Islamic scholarship, this experience invites guests to journey through interconnected chambers themed around four key figures: the Islamic Traveller, Cook, Physician, and Calligrapher. Each space reveals hidden knowledge and layered narratives—whether exploring ancient medical practices, culinary traditions, celestial discoveries, or the art of the pen. Along the way, visitors will have an adventure where they will try to find lost spices, ingredients, recipes, and medicines to be able to have the privilege to attend the secret banquet with the Sultan. To register, contact: Summer Camp: We Are What We Eat, 3, 4 & 5 August 2025 (9:30 AM to 1:30 PM) The programme is designed for boys and girls aged 7 to 10, and explores themes of food, identity, environment, and sustainability through fun, hands-on workshops and creative activities. The camp aims to promote healthy awareness, inspire creativity, and connect children with their culture in an engaging and educational way. Registration needed 'My Plate at the Table' – Library & Art Workshop Series, 6, 13, 20 & 27 August 2025 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) In connection with MIA's exhibition A Seat at the Table, this four-part workshop invites teens and young adults to reflect on personal identity, culture, and belonging through art and design. Participants will explore Islamic art objects related to dining and hospitality, conduct guided research in the MIA Library, develop a design concept for a decorative ceramic plate, and finalize their work in a professional ceramics studio. No registration required Tasweer invites participants to explore visual storytelling through a creative summer camp combining photography, zine-making, and authentic conversations that inspire empathy and cultural awareness. For the full schedule of exhibitions, public workshops, tours, and events, click here, or visit
Gizmodo
11 hours ago
- Gizmodo
The Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 Could Be the Best Laptop to Replace Your Desktop Yet
The first thing you notice about the Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 is the AniMe lights. The pixelated LEDs (also found on devices like the ROG Phone 9), flowing in a rhythm from a back strip like a scar streaked dashingly across a warrior's eye, let you know what you're in for before you even crack open the lid. The Strix Scar 18 is a fine gaming laptop with plenty of enticing qualities and one major flaw. But what makes it so appealing isn't the dancing lights that are only attractive to moths or gamers; it's what's underneath the chassis that makes this 18-inch laptop so damn accessible. Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 It will distract you with all the gamer lights, but the Strix Scar 18 has some great thermals and repairabilty features that puts it over the top. Pros Cons The $3,400 laptop model Asus sent me for review included the top-end Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU. With 32GB of DDR5 5600 RAM, I didn't encounter an application this desktop replacement-sized mobile PC couldn't handle at the max resolution of 2,560 x 1,600. Performance was exactly what I expected from the CPU and GPU combo with the device plugged in. At its suggested retail price, it's a little more expensive than the HP Omen Max 16 I recently reviewed, which has the same screen resolution in its slightly smaller frame. The refreshed Strix Scar 18 is also more expensive than the last-gen model, a change that likely came after Trump slapped his tariffs on imported goods earlier this year. I saw the refreshed ROG Strix Scar 18 when Asus showed it off at CES earlier this year. More than that, I've felt it with the ROG Strix 17 laptop with an Nvidia RTX 3070 that I use at home. Each key is familiar. The chiclet keyboard doesn't have the feel anywhere close to a mechanical typing machine, but there's enough travel to make each press substantial. Even the palm rest has that same satin, smudge-prone texture that's neither uncomfortable nor particularly pleasant to lean on. If I had one big complaint, it's the amount of keyboard flex I could feel toward the center of the device, especially nearest to the trackpad. It makes the device feel far more brittle than it actually is. Thankfully, the rest of the chassis makes up for that flaw through smart engineering. What's most impressive about the laptop is its ability to stay cool under pressure. The Strix Scar 18 makes use of three fans and an end-to-end vapor chamber. The air gets pulled in from the bottom and sides and is expelled out the rear of the chassis. The keyboard remained at a perfectly reasonable temperature even when running multiple games for hours on end. The only area of the device that could get warm was closest to the screen, where no reasonable gamer would stick their fingers. Under load, the Strix Scar 18 will sound like a box fan running on high speed next to your ear. It's not loud enough to totally eclipse the laptop's speakers, but the hum will be noticeable enough without a good pair of noise-canceling headphones at the ready. The placement of the I/O ports also meant my mouse hand never felt toasty. The device comes with just enough I/O to save you from immediately jumping for a port dock. There are three USB-A 3.2, a LAN port, and two Thunderbolt 5 ports that support DisplayPort to accompany the single HDMI 2.1. The only thing missing is an SD card slot for all the creative types who—for some reason—want dancing LEDs on the back of their laptop lid. See Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 at Amazon Most gaming laptops of this size demand to be plugged in constantly, and the Strix Scar 18 is no exception. Even while on silent mode doing casual work, I only got a little less than four hours before the laptop was begging me for more juice. Off power, running the machine on performance mode for the sake of gaming, you'd be lucky to get two hours of battery life, or closer to one hour for games that demand higher power draw. The 90Wh battery proved it wasn't enough for a beast of this size, and you'll need to lug around the 380W power brick if you plan to take the device from room to room. Asus spent most of its engineering time developing the Strix Scar 18 refresh, focusing on what was happening underneath the big keyboard. Asus secretly made the Strix Scar 18 one of the more easily customizable gaming laptops available today. The bottom panel comes off with a single switch to reveal the battery, RAM, and SSD. The motherboard and other components are still concealed with a plastic frame that is held on by screws. My model had an easily accessible second slot that would only require me to plug in another solid-state drive to potentially double my storage. I've had to open up previous ROG Strix laptops after I encountered a fault that wouldn't boot the laptop, and that proved an hour-long chore just to unseat and reattach the battery. The quick-release switch will make it easier to clean out dust and keep your device running better for longer. Sure, it's not as customizable as a Framework laptop that lets you replace the entire motherboard if you so choose. But compared to most other gaming laptops, this design is so enticing; I wish all other laptops would go this route. That won't necessarily mean you'll be able to replace other CPU components sometime in the future, but with the specs on my review unit, I wouldn't imagine needing any kind of CPU or GPU upgrade for a long while. I ran my usual benchmarks across the usual gamut of synthetic tests, games, and rendering tasks. The laptop performed exactly as expected. It was worse than the Omen Max 16 when using that laptop in its overclocked mode, but the Strix Scar 18 will grant you more than playable frame rates in demanding games from Cyberpunk 2077 to Alan Wake II with a bevy of ray tracing options enabled. You won't get the absolute peak of performance without an RTX 5090 installed, but considering those prices, I still believe the RTX 5080 is the GPU gamers really want. The rest of the specs are exactly what you expect from a modern $3,400 gaming laptop. The mini-LED display is plenty bright and colorful. The display has a special layer that keeps reflections and glare to a minimum, even in direct sunlight. Even with Dolby Vision for HDR support, for the amount you're paying, I still miss the inky depths of an OLED display. The display can support up to a 240Hz refresh rate, which means that your games playing at up to 240 fps will look their best, though it lacks variable refresh rate, or VRR, to ensure there won't be screen tearing issues or other visual glitches in games running far below that. I'll admit, the ROG Strix Scar 18's overt lighting and huge, empty keyboard didn't leave the best first impression. Once I dug into it—literally—I discovered this may be one of my favorite laptops of the year and a contender for your best choice of an 18-inch desktop replacement device. It's got the screen, sound quality, and feel you need to contain your gaming all-in-one. More than that, it shows Asus is pushing repairability a little further through small innovations to the rear panel. Let's keep pushing in that direction, and maybe we'll come to a point where we can buy a single laptop and not have to spend another $3,400 a few years down the line. See Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 at Amazon
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Scottie Scheffler agrees with Phil Mickelson suspicions and rubs salt in LIV star's wounds
Scottie Scheffler has proven his critics wrong after recovering from a disappointing start to 2025 to win two majors, with the American now addressing LIV star Phil Mickelson's poorly-aged comments Scottie Scheffler has addressed Phil Mickelson 's controversial and rather foolish prediction that the world No. 1 wouldn't win anything before the Ryder Cup. The recently-crowned Open Championship winner confirmed suspicions that Mickelson meant to tweet that the world No. 1 golfer will not win anything at all, while taking a jab at the LIV Golf star. At the beginning of the year, Scheffler, 29, struggled to find his rhythm, going winless in his opening five tournaments of 2025. Beyond his poor form on the course, the New Jersey star was also recovering from a bizarre kitchen mishap involving ravioli preparation, where a wine glass he was using as a makeshift rolling pin shattered and cut deep into his hand, requiring surgery. During that difficult period, golf veteran Mickelson made a bold prediction on social media, saying Scheffler wouldn't claim a single PGA Tour victory before the Ryder Cup begins in New York this September. Since then, Scheffler has convincingly proven the veteran wrong, securing the CJ Cup Byron Nelson by eight strokes, winning the Memorial Tournament, the PGA Championship and, most recently, The Open Championship. Prior to Scheffler's incredible recent run of success, Mickelson posted on X: "Here's a hot take: Does Scottie win in 2025 before the Ryder Cup? I don't think so.' During his appearance on the Pardon My Take podcast, Scheffler was asked whether he saw Mickelson's post, to which he replied: "I did see the Phil Mickelson tweet. It was a great tweet.' When quizzed further about whether he believed Mickelson meant to say he wouldn't win anything at all, but held back to avoid undermining the USA's Ryder Cup prospects, the world No. 1 said: "I would agree with that. "I think that's what he was trying to say. But you can't say that America is going to lose the Ryder Cup when you are an American. So he kind of threw in that little cookie there at the end. Phil is not dumb. Phil is very smart.' When the host noted that Mickelson's tweet was "dumb' because of the number of titles he has won, Scheffler, sporting a wry smile on his face, rubbed salt in the six-time major winner's wounds by saying: "It didn't age very well." Mickelson, a winner of three Masters titles, two PGA Championships and the US Open, has conceded he was mistaken about Scheffler. Following a jibe from NBC analyst Kevin Kisner, Mickelson responded on X: "I've never been afraid to make mistakes on the course or off, knowing I'll have to deal with scrutiny from the public, media, or social media. "I've already acknowledged I was wrong on this. This is a good example of why so many people are afraid to put themselves out there and compete or take risks, because they know it'll be thrown back in their face and they can't handle it. "Fortunately that's not ever been my problem. But others struggle dealing with the heat and scrutiny that professional sports and being in the public eye brings, and drives many away from the game." Scheffler is expected to be a key player for Team USA in their Ryder Cup campaign. He was a captain's pick in the 2021 event, which the USA dominated 19-9, and also participated in the 2023 tournament, albeit on the losing team in Rome.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
What Investors Should Consider When Evaluating Startups In 2025
Roman Gurskiy is Managing Director of GEM Capital, a leading Cyprus-based investment firm with a focus on game studios. Investing in startups has always been a mixture of art and science—a delicate balance of data-driven analysis and qualitative judgment. This is especially true for the gaming industry, which is my primary focus. Identifying high-potential startups has always been challenging for investors, but in 2025, it's a more complex task than ever. The startup landscape is now pulsing with relentless changes and volatility. Seemingly overnight, AI has gained prominence. Meanwhile, I'm finding that attempting to predict consumer behaviors falls short way too often, and the very rhythm of funding has evolved. As an experienced investor, I review numerous pitches yearly, but only a handful capture my attention, and even fewer secure an investment. While quantitative metrics certainly have their place, my investment decisions ultimately hinge on something more fundamental: the qualitative essence of a startup that signals true potential. So, what makes me say 'yes' to a startup in 2025? Here's my framework and what I encourage other investors to consider: Founding Team: Industry Expertise, Vision And Execution When evaluating a startup, begin with its people. The founding team's DNA is critical for a startup's success, especially in early stages. An investor is not merely buying into a product; they're investing in the individuals behind it, trusting their capability to transform vision into reality. First, look for deep industry expertise. In games, for example, I look for founders who live and breathe the industry. Have they built games for years? Do they understand the audience and the tools inside and out? A clear understanding of the market, customer needs and competitive landscape lends credibility and enables teams to anticipate shifts proactively. Second, consider their vision and personal qualities. Founders must show a genuine passion and unwavering drive for their business, signaling their readiness to make tough decisions and persevere through adversity. Beyond these, compelling visionary leadership is the key to success. But a frequent misstep, especially in the games industry, is overemphasizing creative vision without addressing business fundamentals. I believe founders must be business-oriented. Nothing proves the points above better than a proven track record. It provides tangible evidence of the team's ability to execute, adapt, navigate challenges and deliver results. Ideas are a foundation, but execution is everything. Market Size And Product Potential I seek startups addressing a large, growing total addressable market (TAM) with a clear customer segment. This ensures ample room for scaling and long-term growth. However, in a competitive market, simply entering a large TAM isn't enough; companies must carve out a defensible niche. This often involves appealing to underserved audiences or offering something truly unique. Products that tackle painful problems in novel or more efficient ways always stand out to me. So, the product itself should have significant potential and demonstrate a highly specific, differentiated value proposition that will resonate deeply with a defined segment of customers, allowing it to capture significant market share. There are five questions that I've found can help understand if a startup meets this criterion: • Does it solve a real problem or fill a significant demand? • Why hasn't anyone done this before? • Why now? • What differentiates this product from others? • What's its edge? Reasonable answers to these questions, showing a clear path to success, make me say, "Yes." But proof of market fit is still essential. This means looking for early customer interest, initial traction, validation from industry experts and solid market analysis. Scalability And Sustainable Business Models A solid business model should demonstrate clear scalability potential. Look for a profitable-looking business model with strong unit economics, capital efficiency and a realistic monetization strategy. On top of that, there should be an edge—something defensible that competitors can't easily copy. Whether it's proprietary technology, a passionate community or some network effect, a unique advantage justifies why the business can capture market share. Early traction is critical too. Look for real revenue, engaged users or partnerships that prove demand. In a cautious funding environment, metrics matter more than ever. At the pre-seed stage, founders should validate their business models, build a minimum viable product (MVP) and attract early customers. In short, I crunch the numbers and ask: • Can this startup grow big enough and fast enough to justify the investment? • Is it capable of achieving 10 times growth in five years? If the answer to both is yes, personally, it's a yes for me. Realistic Valuations And Favorable Terms Deal terms are critical to investor returns. An investor needs to be comfortable with both the structure and valuation. While specifics may vary, valuations should generally be reasonable, align with market benchmarks and account for potential risks. Strategic Exit Planning: Starting With The End In Mind To me, an exit strategy is not merely a final step but a design principle that influences every funding decision from day one. It dictates the type of intellectual property to develop (ensuring it's attractive to potential acquirers), the market segments to target (identifying consolidation opportunities), the emphasis on scalability and sustainable revenue, and the composition of the leadership team. By envisioning potential acquirers or initial public offering requirements early, an investor can guide founders to build a company that's inherently more attractive and "exit-ready," significantly increasing the likelihood of a successful and lucrative return on investment. This proactive approach fundamentally de-risks the entire venture. Investing in startups in 2025 may be riskier than ever, but the core hasn't changed: Great teams, compelling products and solid business plans win out. What has evolved is context. In my view, new markets, shifting user behaviors, hard-to-predict breakthroughs and setbacks in cutting-edge technologies play a bigger role. The information provided here is not investment, tax or financial advice. You should consult with a licensed professional for advice concerning your specific situation. Forbes Business Council is the foremost growth and networking organization for business owners and leaders. Do I qualify?
India Today
5 days ago
- Health
- India Today
Parenting doesn't need to feel chaotic. ‘Rhythmic Parenting' offers a gentler path
There's no sugarcoating it -- parenting today feels like a race. From screens to schools to sugar-laced foods, kids are bombarded. Meanwhile, parents are left wondering why tantrums, sleep issues and backchat are becoming so what if the problem isn't the kids, but the rhythm?That's what Saloni Azuchi and Aparajita Sadhu unpack in Rhythmic Parenting, a book that pushes back on the chaos of modern child-rearing. Speaking to India Today's Sneha Mordani on Booked, the authors broke down some of their boldest and most practical IS MORE THAN ROUTINE 'Rhythm is not just about a timetable. It's about flow,' Saloni routine, which can feel mechanical, rhythm gives breathing space. A child's day should gently alternate between what the authors call 'in-breath' (taking things in, like school or screen time) and 'out-breath' (rest, play, naps).'The most intense in-breath for a child is screen time,' says Saloni. This is why they recommend zero screen time for children under ISN'T OPTIONAL, IT'S BRAIN WORKIf your child struggles to wake up in the morning, parents need to understand that they aren't being difficult, it's biology.'They're not just being difficult,' Aparajita says. 'The body is not ready for the next day.''Sleep is when children grow, not just physically but mentally. Even school learning gets processed better after sleep. 'Please take them to sleep no later than 7 pm,' they out the full Booked episode here: DECISION-MAKING? LEAVE IT TILL 21It may sound harsh, but letting children make constant choices -- even about clothes or meals -- might be harming them.'Judgement and decision-making doesn't even start developing until puberty,' says a 4-year-old what they want for breakfast may sound empowering, but it often causes anxiety and distraction. Let them play be free in the true sense when they're developmentally ISN'T PUNISHMENTChores are where children can thrive. From folding laundry to sweeping floors, even toddlers can be involved -- not as helpers but as participants.'They love to do it because it requires them to move,' Aparajita points out. Motor skills, confidence, focus -- all of it improves. All it takes is some space and PUSHING WRITING BEFORE THEY'RE READYPreschools often expect kids to write before their hands are even physically developed.'The wrist of a six-year-old is not ready to write,' says Aparajita. Instead of rushing academics, they say, focus on movement, chores, play and will come -- and come well -- if we wait till the body is ready.- Ends
