My Fun Mails

Embroidery work on Trucks

2012-01-27T05:30:00.000-08:00

The passion and love of truck owners is widely seen on the Highways; from Karachi to Peshawar, all decorated with mirror work, hand paintings and verses from their favorite poets.

Embroidery work in and out of the cabin is an extraordinary sight and in a class of its own.

The province culture is reflected in the embroidery, paint and the selective use of poetry.

Such piece of art is exhibited in museums in foreign countries.

The Soul of Dresses - Embroidery

2012-01-27T03:18:00.000-08:00

Embroidery is widely practiced art in Pakistan.

Each province has a unique feature and embroidery traditions

These are further used to embellish a diverse range of items such as house accessories, home accessories, dresses and glass work.

Collection includes, banarsi, swiss voil, georgette, Linen, lawn and much more.

These are beautifully crafted by talented artisans who excel in needle work, bead work, hand and machine made stitches.

Assessment Please…

2012-01-25T22:43:00.000-08:00

School schedules are hectic. Students need opportunity to enjoy learning than before with least stress of exams.

A new portfolio should be designed to reflect a clear picture of an individual’s knowledge, skills and abilities. This system was first used in 1983 which includes notes written by students, related projects and activities.

The overall aim of this portfolio is to encourage learning not scores. This encourages student to direct his or her efforts in an authentic way.

Kodak DownFall

2012-01-25T06:30:00.000-08:00

A company that once sold 90 per cent of the film used in the US .A company, whose little yellow film boxes could once be found all over the world. But despite the closure of 13 factories, 130 processing labs and 47,000 job losses, the business had little choice but to file for chapter 11 bankruptcy protections.

Kodak was the first company to create the digital camera, but back then most of its profits came from selling chemicals and they were reluctant to invest.

Digital market was here to stay, it had overtaken film, and all Kodak’s competitors had far advanced digital cameras.

Pottery still the attractions

2012-01-25T03:00:00.000-08:00

The pottery at his wheel is a common sight in every village , uninfluenced by modern glamor.

Bhawalpur, Rawalpindi, Gujrat and many places around the world are engaged in shaping and giving it a new look.

Once a clay body has been kneaded and de-aired or wedged, it is shaped by a variety of techniques.

Ceramics and glazed pottery are among the oldest art forms, it began in 2500 B.C.E

The youngest Microsoft certified, Arfa Karim passes away

2012-01-23T08:15:00.000-08:00

Arfa fell badly ill last month and suffering from brain damage, idiopathic epilepsy seizures which led to brain damage leaving her in a coma at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Lahore.

Upon finishing her course, Microsoft owner Bill Gates invited her to visit the company’s headquarters in the US. Arfa was studying at the Lahore Grammar School`s Paragon Campus for her A Levels.

Arfa emerged the youngest Microsoft professional after completing her MCP in 2004 at the age of only 9.

She also received numerous awards and gold medals. She received the Fatima Jinnah Gold Medal in the field of science and technology in 2005, besides the Salaam Pakistan Youth Award.

Photography By S.M... emerging Talent

2012-01-23T08:04:00.000-08:00

Mini Meals

2012-01-23T07:02:00.000-08:00

Many experts declare it's best to eat mini meals every few hours.

Include fiber-fruits, vegetables and whole grains-and lean protein in your meals and snacks, it is vital when you're dieting, as equally nutrients provide staying power to keep you feeling full until you eat next.

Over the course of the two-year study, the researchers discovered that boosting fiber by 8 grams for every 1,000 calories resulted in about 4 ½ pounds of weight lost.

Creative and Catchy Logos and Slogans

2012-01-22T00:29:00.000-08:00

Crispy Apples....Coming Soon!

2012-01-21T08:53:00.000-08:00

Some of us like soft apples to eat while some of us like really juicy and hard ones.

Days are not far when you can buy apples of texture you like.

Scientists like Kate Evans and colleagues working at Washington State University have developed a computerized penetrometer that measures the crispiness and firmness of apples

Fist human made device to check crispiness without biting it.

PS 4 Comming Soon or Late

2012-01-19T11:00:00.000-08:00

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Sony is firm that they won’t be announcing a PlayStation 4 this year’s E3 (Entertainment and Electronics Expo) .

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This comes after rumors started to spread that Sony and Microsoft will be making announcements about their personal consoles’ successors.

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It's confirmed that the PlayStation 4 is coming, it's just a matter of when but the count down has begun.

Call of Duty MW3

2012-01-18T08:17:00.000-08:00

9.3 million copies sold making $400 million in the first 24 hour. Call of Duty Modern Warfare3 is a first person shooting game that begins where its previous part ended. World war 3 breaks out.

New locations have been added to the map like Burj ul Arab. To enjoy this game you need to have 2GB RAM on a dual core processor with decent video card

Girl Survives The Fall

2012-01-17T08:49:00.000-08:00

Dunia, an Egyptian girl, fell from the windowpane of her sixth floor residence in Al Nabaah region of Sharjah on Thursday night. However, she fell on a sandy area, which prevented her from getting severe injuries. Dr Abdull said the girl suffered minor breakage in her left hand and bruises in the kidney and liver, which is considered not very risky.

She is fine and will stay in the hospital for some more days for observation. The miracle of God saved her life by making her fall on a sandy area. Parents should watch their children and not to leave them alone at home.

The Youngest Microsoft Certified, Arfa Karim Passes Away

2012-01-17T08:36:00.000-08:00

Arfa fell badly ill last month and suffering from brain damage, idiopathic epilepsy seizures which led to brain damage leaving her in a coma at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Lahore. Arfa emerged the youngest Microsoft professional after completing her MCP in 2004 at the age of only 9.

Upon finishing her course, Microsoft owner Bill Gates invited her to visit the company’s headquarters in the US. Arfa was studying at the Lahore Grammar School`s Paragon Campus for her A Levels. She also received numerous awards and gold medals. She received the Fatima Jinnah Gold Medal in the field of science and technology in 2005, besides the Salaam Pakistan Youth Award.

How to Fight Colds

2012-01-16T06:23:00.000-08:00

Cold can hit you at any time of the year but in winter most people struggle. So here are few tips how to deal your cold with:

YOGURT
fights infections, quick recovery if hands are also washed often.

GARLIC and GINGER
2 flavoring agents fights cold work as a defense against common cold viruses, coughs and fevers.

CHICKEN SOUP
-ultimate remedy, chicken fortifies body, reduces inflammation and nasal cells and helps to clear clogged airways. Add few more vegetables to the soup for quick healing.

FLUIDS
keeps you hydrated, eases lung congestion. Herbal teas are a good drink that eases breathing even hot water helps to open airways. Fruits and juices, green leaves can significantly ward off colds.

Your Health in Your Phone

2012-01-14T23:14:00.000-08:00

Interesting features now available in all smartphones:

Calorie counter-helps to keep calorie log and monitors your progress in gaining or losing weight.

· Fitness Builder-large library of images and videos that helps you to shape your body well and all workouts.

First Aid- how to deal with emergencies. Quick life saving procedures

Medicinal herbs-detailed benefits of most effective herb

Fitness calculator-calculates health and fitness information, weight, body mass, body fat etc.

Consultation- 5 minute clinical consult, diagnosing and treatment.

Wash Clothes Through Sunlight

2012-01-14T10:59:00.000-08:00

Wouldn’t it be nice if clothes can be simply washed by simply hanging them in sun?

Mingce Long and Deyong Wu of Shinghai Jiao Tong University in China discovered that if clothes are treated with titanium dioxide and nitrogen compound they can be simply cleaned by just hanging in sunlight.

Dirt breaks down quickly and germs are killed .

The ability to clean stains by sunlight improved further if silver and iodine nanoparticles were added.

Your Heart and Warm Water

2012-01-14T10:51:00.000-08:00

The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals, maybe it is time we accept their drinking habit while eating. It feels nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will freeze the oily elements in body .It will slow down the digestion. Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food.

Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal. You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. 60% of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware.

Reduce Tummy Through Belly Excercise

2012-01-12T06:57:00.000-08:00

Ultra-compact Folding Bike by Dom Hargreaves‏

2012-01-12T06:46:00.000-08:00

Amazing and Unique Sun Glasses Designs

2012-01-10T10:10:00.000-08:00

You Don't Need to Look Like Your Friends to be Friends‏

2012-01-09T06:56:00.000-08:00

First Five Days in The Life of a Hamster

2012-01-05T23:00:00.000-08:00

Read Without Having Books - E-READERS

2012-01-04T07:07:00.000-08:00

If you are interested in reading books while traveling then just don’t take books with you. Believe me there is something better and portable enough than carrying books with you. With an E-reader now you can have access to mass amount of reading material and read without turning a page. Presently there are 2 popular e-readers available:

AMAZON’S Kindle usually ready made reading stuff, there are several books preloaded and you can even browse dictionary. Secondly, it is Wi-Fi enabled and users can simply purchase and e-books online from amazon.com. Kindle’s ‘e-ink’ technology makes it easier to read as it is a black and white screen that is soft for the eyes. The Kindle’s battery can last for 30 hours. Approx price Rs 18000 to 23000.

Another e-reader is Barnes and Noble’s Nook which is similar to Kindle but offers more just than reading. You can play games, browse web, and enjoy Wi-Fi, built in dictionary and audio players with speakers. Battery lasts for 8 hours. Approx price Rs 18000 to 25000.

The Meanings of Friendship

2012-01-02T06:03:00.001-08:00