Stories about Bahrain from July, 2007
Bahrain: First Vlog
Bahraini emoodz posts his first vlog here.
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.”
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.
Bahrain: Irresponsible Response
Bahraini Mahmood Al Yousif is angered by the “irresponsible” response of an official to the plight of the legendary Tree of Life.
Bahrain: Honour Killings
A new website on honour killings has been launched, writes Bahraini Esraa in Mideast Youth.
Bahrain: Terror Shock
Bahraini emoodz expresses his shock at the Al Qaeda terror tactics in Iraq and elsewhere.
Bahrain: Sri Lankan Maid to be Executed in Saudi
Esraa from Bahrain links to a news article about a Sri Lankan maid facing execution in Saudi Arabia.
Bahrain: Country Divided
Bahraini blogger Mahmood Al Yousif links to and comments on a recent article with appeared in the LA Times about his country here.
Bahrain: DJ Tiesto's Performance Fiasco
Abadi from Bahrain gives us his take on why DJ Tiesto did not perform in the country.
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.
Bahrain: Die Hard
From Bahrain, Bint Battuta confesses her love for the Die Hard movie series.
Arabeyes: The Release of Alan Johnston
The release of kidnapped British journalist Alan Johnston is making waves on blogs today. Here's a quick review of what is being said on blogs in the Middle East. Vigil in Brussels to mark the fifth week of BBC reporter Alan Johnston's kidnapping in Gaza. Photo by quarsan. Qatar: From...
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.
Bahrain: 30th Bloggers Meet
Bahrain is holding its 30th bloggers meeting this Thursday, according to Mahmood Al Yousif.
Bahrain: Registered Doctor
Bahraini blogger Mo is now a full-fledged registered doctor.
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.
