Letters to the editor

Jaywalking

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Jaywalking

Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi / 8 October 2012

Abu Dhabi Mall is at the centre of the city and there is always heavy traffic movement. Although there exists a pedestrian over bridge, some people still prefer to cross the road, without using it. At times, they do it even if they see oncoming vehicles. More alarmingly, people continue to talk on phone while crossing the road.
Abu Dhabi authorities used to have staff on both sides fining those who violate and jaywalk at this particular point. But, I believe, after the long summer and Eid holidays, all have forgotten this golden rule of not to cross the road at any point they wish, and seems like authorities have also forgotten about this prominent point.

May I kindly request Abu Dhabi traffic authorities to restart the campaign against jaywalking at busy traffic points. I also believe more education is required to update those who are new and also tend to forget. It should be followed up with appropriate fines so that they do not endanger their lives.

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Welcome and waiting.

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Theme – ‘Red in the UAE’.
Where – One of the oldest 5 star hotels in Abu Dhabi
When – 1st October 2012
Why – Welcome and waiting… a traditional arabic welcome tent gives always a warm feeling to relax and converse, the past, present and future.

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Who would like to say NO to this red and "made in UAE" item.

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Theme – ‘Red in the UAE’.
Where – At one of the best hotels in Abu Dhabi \
When – 1st October 2012 Why – Who would like to say NO to this red and “made in UAE” item.

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Schools should promote health – Letters to the editor – The National Dt. 01 October 2012

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Schools should promote health
Watching the flow of students returning to a reputable school near my home after the summer holidays, I noticed that most the children are overweight.
Because many schools do not have adequate play areas, I think that classroom-based exercise, and health-awareness programmes should be conducted at the start of each day.
Even five minutes each morning could change the students’ outlook, making them more health and fitness conscious.
Smoking outside the school gate is another unhealthy practice that is quite common.
Schools say they are powerless in this matter as it happens off their premises. Therefore, I think it is up to health authorities to check what is going on near schools and take action against students who smoke in public – and their parents.
Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
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Reader pictures of the week – Gulf News

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Reflections Ramesh Menon took this photograph while on vacation in Kerala, India. He said: “Looking at the reflection of nature on a rainy day gave me a nostalgic feeling. I knew that what I was seeing was momentary as I was coming back to sunny UAE soon.

Plants need more care

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