· July, 2007

Stories about Bahrain from July, 2007

Bahrain: Tension with Iran

Bahraini Mahmood Al Yousif says the tension between Bahrain and Iran is escalating because of people “exposing their racial and sectarian intentions.”

16 July 2007

Bahrain: Do Bahrainis Want To Be Part Of Iran?

Bahrain is making headlines in the international Press. While mainstream media in the country is turning a blind eye, bloggers are busy typing away at their keyboards to talk about what is beyond the headlines. What did the LA Times write about Bahrain and what do bloggers think? What are the Iranian papers writing about the Kingdom and what do bloggers have to say? Would you rather drive for 15 minutes in a traffic jam or walk for five? These are some of the issues tackled by bloggers this week.

13 July 2007

Bahrain: Wearing Hijab Part-Time

There is one subject that unites everyone living in Bahrain: traffic congestion. In the last few years, the roads on the island have become clogged by the weight of traffic, and roadbuilding to relieve that congestion in the long term is making it far worse in the short term. Every single person has a story of frustration to tell, writes Ayesha Saldanha. Wearing a part-time Hijab, professionals ending up in the wrong jobs and the perks people get in summer are other topics discussed.

7 July 2007

Bahai Site Set Up

A new site aimed at fighting for Bahai faith rights has been set up by Muslim activists, writes Esraa from Bahrain.

3 July 2007

Bahrain: Drink Driving

“How much longer will we have to endure the pain and atrocities due to the carelessness of drunk driving?” asks Bahraini blogger emoodz.

2 July 2007