Opinion 2011
Magical moments – Gulf Today – Short Take Dt. 22.10.2011
Magical moments
School days are the wonderful period in our lives. I believe so now, not then. During my school days, we used to have a monthly cultural programme for students and we all looked forward to it.
It used to be a screening of a documentary movie (mostly Charlie Chaplin’s), a puppet show or a special event we all looked forward to — the magic show.
More than any other event, crowds would flock to this event because of the element of mystery surrounding the show. We never missed any opportunity. The memories of one or two such shows are everlasting in my mind. One was by PC Sorcar.
The magician came in his special magic dress and brought out many things from nowhere. A rabbit, a dove, and lots of chocolate.
He even “cut” one of his team members into two pieces. And he pocketed our teacher’s wristwatch using his magic wand. It was amazing for all of us.
Since then, I haven’t had a chance to watch a magic show. I hear that the Indian Social and Cultural Centre in Abu Dhabi is organising a magic show by the famous Indian magician Professor Gopinath Muthukad on Oct.28 at the National Theatre, Abu Dhabi.
He is a magician with a mission. He has a stupendous way to interact with children and captivates their hearts and instils good values in them.
I am looking forward to see him perform in Abu Dhabi. It adds more significance, when it is being held as part of a series of events held in commemoration of the 40th UAE National Day.
Ramesh Menon
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No use for pocket full of small coins – THE NATIONAL Dt. 18.10.2011 – Letters to the editor
No use for pocket full of small coins
Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
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Fines for talking – GULF NEWS Dt 18.10.2011 – Letters to the editor
I strongly suggest the police not only fine those who cross the road in non-designated areas but also fine people who cross the road while talking on the phone. Talking on the phone without a handset and messaging are all very common practices and people take it lightly, forgetting that it is either their own or a fellow road user’s life that they are playing with. In addition, the majority of minibuses do not strictly enforce the use of seat belts. Traffic safety is a habit to be inculcated and takes a long time to get used to. It is a continuous effort and I hope organisations and associations take part in reminding the public of the importance of adhering to safety laws on the road.
From Mr Ramesh Menon
Abu Dhabi
Beauty of Bu Tinah – Short Take – Gulf Today Dt. 15.10.2011
Beauty of Beauty of Bu Tinah – Short Take – Gulf Today Dt. 15.10.2011
Off the western coastline of Abu Dhabi lies a unique wonder of nature, wild and undisturbed by human activity. The Bu Tinah Island.
It is now one of the 28 official finalists for the New7Wonders of Nature, a campaign where people worldwide can vote and nominate the seven most remarkable, beautiful or otherwise awe-inspiring natural locations and features on our planet.
Bu Tinah is host to critical marine habitats containing internationally important species. Seabirds such as the flamingo and the osprey, diverse species of dolphins and endangered turtles, including hawksbills and greens, are all found in and around Bu Tinah.
The island’s waters are also home to the planet’s second largest population of dugongs, a large marine mammal that is globally threatened.
Bu Tinah Island, rich in biodiversity, lies within the Marawah Marine Biosphere Reserve. The biosphere reserve is the region’s first and largest Unesco designated marine biosphere reserve. Closed to visitors, fishing and the collection of turtle eggs are prohibited on Bu Tinah Island. Its continued survival and protection must be ensured.
A special campaign to vote Bu Tinah as one of the new seven wonders of nature has been initiated by the Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi. You may visit online http://www.vote7.com and use the “vote now” option to choose your seven wonders.
An exhibition with a daily presentation has also been organised by EAD at Abu Dhabi Corniche to intensify the campaign to vote for Bu Tinah. It is informative for children and adults alike. Visitors can vote in the designated kiosks set specially inside a dome-shaped replica of this nature’s treasure. Act fast, only 27 more days to end this campaign. Let us make Bu Tinah one of the seven new wonders.
Ramesh Menon
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Let us make Bu Tinah one of the seven new wonders.
You may visit online http://www.vote7.com and use the “vote now” option to choose your seven wonders.
“Do not forget to include Bu Tinah”.
Road Safety campaign by GULF NEWS – comments
Road Safety campaign by GULF NEWS – comments
Right Dream – Short Take – Gulf Today Dt. 08.10.2011
Right Dream – Short Take – Gulf Today Dt. 08.10.2011
All for road safety – Letters to the Editor -Khaleej Times Dt. 01.10.2011
All for road safety – Letters to the Editor -Khaleej Times Dt. 01.10.2011
You may also read more about the ongoing road safety campaign by Khaleej Times at:
Speed kills and you could be the killer
Safety First, let that be our motto.
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