Kuwait is ranked #39 in this year’s Global Peace Index. Kuwait is slowly but steadily moving up on the list of most peaceful countries: #46 in 2007, #45 in 2008, #42 in 2009, and finally #39 in 2010.

Arab Countries rankings:

15 Qatar (The highest among Arab countries)
23 Oman
37 Tunisia
39 Kuwait
44 UAE
49 Egypt
56 Libya
58 Morocco
68 Jordan
70 Bahrain
107 Saudi Arabia
115 Syria
129 Yemen
134 Lebanon
146 Sudan
149 Iraq

The top 10 countries are:

  1. New Zealand.
  2. Denmark.
  3. Norway.
  4. Iceland.
  5. Austria.
  6. Sweden.
  7. Japan.
  8. Canada.
  9. Finland.
  10. Slovenia.

The Bottom 10 are:

  1. Iraq.
  2. Afghanistan.
  3. Somalia.
  4. Israel (Palestine is no where to be found on the list).
  5. Sudan.
  6. Congo.
  7. Chad.
  8. Pakistan.
  9. Russia.
  10. Zimbabwe.

 





We won’t be suffering from traffic jams in the mornings for a good 3 months! No more ‘get out of the house an hour before work to dodge traffic’ until the 19th of september when schools start again. Till then, I’m gonna use that snooze button like crazy.

Source

 




09
Jun

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Zain logo

We posted about Zain’s Mishref branch violation yesterday, they read it, and here is their response:

“Dear Yousef,

I hope this email finds you well.

In regards to your post Oh-Oh Zain, this issue came-up after we have re-branded our Mishref branch and the violation is only about a small part of the branch front door.
We are now arranging with Mishref Co-op for the necessary actions to be taken in regards to this unexpected matter. I hope this clears everything to you and to your respectful blog readers.

I would also like to stress on that Zain welcomes valid feedbacks, comments, and questions through its various support channels.

Wishing you – and Mishary- all the best in your blog. Keep it up.”


I like it when people take criticism well. I’ve heard many horror stories about sponsors and their need to be glorified, and I’m glad this isn’t the case with Zain. I’m also glad they’re taking the necessary actions to solve this issue.

Thanks for the clarification!

 





Indonesian Woman Claims She's 157 Years Old!
^Click on it to read the full article in arabic.

Turinah is an Indonesian woman who claims to be 157 years old. She’s from a small village in Sumatra and despite being so old, has no problems with her sight, hearing nor memory, and she speaks fluent dutch.

She has no official papers to prove her age, but going by her adopted daughter’s age, which is 108, there is a good chance she might be telling the truth about her own age. Which could mean she broke the age record that was set by Jeanne Calment who died in 1997 at the age of 122.

Source

Thanks Fawaz

 





Helen Thomas started her career in 1943, She’s a journalist, a longtime White House correspondent, and a front-seater person at the press room in the WhiteHouse.

What happened? Well she has been attacked by an infuriated media after some comments she made about Israel and how they should get out of palestine and go back to europe. Her exacts words were:

  • “Israel should get the hell out of Palestine.”
  • “Remember, these people (Palestinians) are occupied, and it’s their land.”

And for saying those words, she was condemned by the (media-brainwashed) public and the media, which led her to announce her retirement. Her amazing career spanning 60 years was ended because of what she said.

The media is shocked over her comments, they’re outraged, they cannot fathom how someone would say anything bad about Israel. They believe in freedom of speech, they have different opinions, but when it comes to Israel, support should be unanimous! No one badmouth Israel! or at least no one gets away with it!

So Helen Thomas quitted her 6 decades job and I have a feeling that she’ll always be remembered, not for her accomplishments, but for having a controversial & offensive comments about Israel.

By the way, she apologized about her comments above and said:

“I deeply regret my comments I made last week regarding the Israelis and the Palestinians, they do not reflect my heart-felt belief that peace will come to the Middle East only when all parties recognize the need for mutual respect and tolerance. May that day come soon.”

Source & Video

Thanks Hamad

 





 

Thye dont care about any copy rights!

Via FB

 




08
Jun

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Mishary and I spotted this Zain ‘violation’ at Mishref’s Co-op. No one is immune from the Municipality!

 




07
Jun

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A couple of hours ago Apple announced their latest iPhone and they’ve call it iPhone 4. If you’re looking for the detailed specs and availability click below.

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Ansam is one of the few people in the blogosphere we trust for having a great taste in food, and she just had a dessert named after her! Yep, Napket just named a frozen yogurt after her. The yogurt is called Ansam’s Icy Yogurt, it’s a watermelon icy yogurt flavor topped with pomegranate and a sprinkle of rose water.

It’s available at Napket starting today. Give it a try and let her know what you think!

Ansam518

 





This is like the ultimate World Cup calendar. It’s very well laid out and easy to navigate, and all the games are right there, no need for going from page to page and there isn’t much loading is involved.

Check it out

Thanks Bu m7amad

 





I think it’s about time for this Bill. I hope it materialize soon.

Thanks Khalid

 





I read The Lovely Bones a while ago and thought it wasn’t all that, but I remember thinking, while turning the last pages, that these tragic events should make for a great movie. It eventually did!

The movie is about a girl whose name was Salmon, yep just like the fish, Susie Salmon, and she was only 14 when she was murdered.

On December 6th of 1973, the teenage girl was on her way back home from school when she was leered by a familiar face, raped and then brutally murdered. Her family struggle to pull their lives together as they try to find her killer. She narrates the movie from up above, where she carefully watches every step her family, and her killer, make.

The movie was all around a great movie. You all have to watch it.

Note: Actor Stanley Tucci keeps on surprising me with his talent. He is absolutely great in this one. In Julie & Julia as well.

 





Maidan Dental Clinic were kind enough to give us gift vouchers each.

They are offering a lot of services such as:

  • Lumineers
  • Vizilite Plus
  • Brite Smile Whitening system

Also they have up to six branches distributed in Kuwait:

Moreover, they’re offering an online reservation where you can select your preferred timing.

Maidan

ThanksIslam

 





This guy want to be the first guy ride the largest rideable three wheeled which made from monster truck tire.

 





The world’s ugliest dog, the 17 years old Miss Ellie, just died. 17 dog years equal 119 in human years.

“Miss Ellie only had a couple of back teeth, cataracts in both her eyes, several moles and pimples, and limited hair.”

Source

 




05
Jun

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I spotted this sign today as I was leaving Chillis (I know..) but no one is paying it any attention and they seem like they’re having lots of fun swimming in that off limits beach.

I wonder why was it prohibited..

 





Rue McClanahan, famous for her role as the mischievous Blanche Devaraux in the famous sitcom Golden Girls, has passed away thursday morning after a major stroke.

“McClanahan is the third of the four “Golden Girls” costars to pass away; Estelle Getty died at 84 in 2008 and Bea Arthur died at 86 in 2009. Betty White is now the sole surviving Girl”

May She rest in peace.

Source

Thanks Khalid

 




03
Jun

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As the weather starts to heat up and wildlife begins to wake up, it’s best to be prepared for anything that may try to invade your home.

Nearly everyone and everything enjoys the spring weather, but there is one creature that can definitely ruin the experience.

The phrase “ants at a picnic” exists for a reason, but it turns out there are worse things — like ants in your home. Don’t worry; there are ways to keep these tiny creepy crawlies out of your home and yard.

Here are seven quick tips on how to get rid of ants from your kitchen to your yard.

don't let ants ruin your picnic

1. Track Them Down: Find Out Where They Are Coming From

If you do discover some tiny segmented invaders in your pantry or kitchen, the first thing you should do is find out how they got in. Check areas ants frequent or places they might appear.

Watch where they go and try to see where these little pests are coming from. Some common areas you will find ants include damp areas, like under sinks. Soft spongey areas beneath plumbing or leaks can be a draw. Check out these fuze bug reviews.

Check the framing and flooring, especially around windows, doors, and vents. Other areas besides kitchens ants frequent include attics, bathrooms, and walls. Do some recon and find out where these pests are coming in so you can seal up any possible openings.

2. Erase Ant Trails

Maybe you’ve only spotted one ant. Well, be wary; a single ant is usually sent out to scout. If you see one, don’t panic. However, if you do spot one invader, there are bound to be others.

Stop them from casing the place by shutting down the scout teams. Ants typically leave behind a trail for other ants to follow. To put an end to this, you’ll need to create a solution to erase it completely.

Creating a solution is simple. Mix one-part vinegar with three parts water and you have a safe, non-toxic way to erase ant trails.

3. Baits and Traps

Unfortunately, it may be too late to cut-off the scout team. Don’t worry; there are other methods you can use to stop them. One easy solution is using baits and traps.

These over-the-counter killers are usually sold in small containers that you can place just about anywhere. Since they are sealed, they are less dangerous than sprays. However, it’s a good idea to keep them out of reach from animals and children.

You can stick these little traps wherever you see activity:

  • Cabinets
  • Countertops
  • Dinks
  • Under the stove
  • Drains
  • Pipes and cables
  • Bathrooms
  • Medicine cabinets

If you are using traps, the ants will go inside and won’t come back out. If you are trying out the bait, resist the urge to squash. Ants will take the bait back to their colonies and destroy it from within. Either method can be effective in getting rid of these pests for good.

4. Keep Things Clean

When ants work their way inside your home, they are on the lookout for one thing: food. The best thing you can do is make sure they aren’t robbing your pantry blind. After meals and cooking, clean things as thoroughly as possible. Wipe counters and floors down, and wash dishes regularly.

Store your food, including pet food, in sealed containers. Try not to leave any uneaten food out and keep meals contained in one or two rooms. If you cut off their food source, the ants will look elsewhere for their free meals.

 





It will be opening soon in that area that got lots of new restaurants opening up (Al-mangaf or Al-Egailah).

Thanks Ali

 




02
Jun

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For all Mario kart lovers and fans, now you can play it with RC cars. Its available on the Amazon Japan.