I like this ad.

SOMEcontrast was mentioned on AlWatan Daily newspaper on it’s 4th of january edition. We were mentioned along with our friends 4RingRoad, Buzberry and Frankom in an article that discusses blogs censorship.

I think getting real reactions from the people is something invaluable, why would anyone want to give that privilege up is beyond me. Just like some of the movies. Why not censor them a bit more? make it shorter, less meaningful, cut out another hug! but blogs?

Just like our friends at 4thringroad, we have nothing to be censored, unless maybe now they’re going after those blogs who always rap about good and bad restaurants? Oh no.. They’re going to censor bad reviews! *insert a sarcastic emoticon*

Picture taken from Buzberry

Here is the link to the article in AlWatan Daily or read it below

We received this email and were asked to share it with you:

“Dear Readers

We are undertaking a personal campaign to raise KD75, 000 to cover the costs of a bone marrow transplant and hospitalisation for Farah, an 11 year old Egyptian girl who was diagnosed with Leukaemia in 2005 and underwent chemotherapy treatment at NBK hospital with a very good chance of making a full recovery. Unfortunately she has had two relapses since then and a bone marrow transplant, which is not available in Kuwait, is now her only chance of survival. To achieve this I am looking for 150 people to each raise KD500 from their families and friends within one week. Monies should be delivered to Cheryl at the KACCH office (to ensure the donations are properly accounted for ) with name and contact details for receipts. I would be very grateful for your support and speedy response because although Farah is currently in remission she could relapse at any time so the window of opportunity is very small, and I believe she deserves this chance to live.

Thank you

Cheryl office: 22464723”

We can make this happen. If only 10,000 people participated with as little as KD7.5 We can make this happen.

Fellow bloggers this is a good cause and a good karma, let’s spread this around and hope for the best!

One of my favorite horror movies, Nightmare on Elm Street, will have a new movie out soon. This one looks like its going to be a prequel. The people behind this movie are showing us the for the first time exactly what happened prior to Freddy Krueger’s death.

Thank God for the greedy people at Hollywood! Transforming cartoons to movies, making sequels, trilogies, and even remakes of our old favorites.

I just hope this one doesn’t disappoint. I would’ve preferred Wes Craven to be the director since he’s the one behind the good sequels, but so far, and excluding Freddy’s ridiculous face, I like what I’ve seen in the trailer.

The movie will hit the theaters on 30.04.2010

I took these pictures in AlZour area while passing by last weekend. I like what he did with the windows. Sometimes less is more! Simple tweaks like the engraved shutters on this house look nice! and probably costs nothing.

What a difference between the house above and this house HERE. Yikes!

While we all were celebrating new year (I wouldn’t call me and 5 other friends watching tv a celebration.. but whatever) my cousin was in Makkah for Omrah. He happened to be in the right place at the right time to witness this twice a year ritual of cleaning the Kaabah.

He said the place was swarming with guards and all kind of people turned up for the event. Look at all the people with their cameras and mobiles up!

Thanks 7antoosh

I posted a few months ago that Alshaya got a franchising agreement to get the American eagle to Kuwait & the Middle east.

My friend just told me that it’s going to open it’s first branch in Kuwait in march. It’ll be in the Avenues mall, and it’ll take Topman’s location.

It’ll also open it’s first branch in Dubai, 10 days before Kuwait’s.

Thanks Taymoor

“Members of the public will be able to watch the inauguration of Burj Dubai on January 4, 2010 from the adjacent Burj Park Island.” – Emaar

The years have gone by pretty quickly! I remember being near that piece of land and watching the constructions as they began turning it into what it is today. I’m looking forward to watch what this building is really like from the inside.

Thanks loco

This according to the uploader is a rare footage of Diwan AlSager, AlGhanim, AlWazzan & AlOthman back in 1967.

I love seeing these old videos and I love hearing old stories too.

Thanks INM

When I first heard about the idea of a modern Kuwaiti cafe I remember thinking “why would I go to a starbucks wannabe and have Kuwaiti milk at an outing?” That was harsh, I know, but that was how I felt. But then after trying their Cardamom & Saffron Milk at work, that thought evaporated. Having that Kuwaiti milk in a paper cup at work cozied up the place. I totally changed my mind about the place! I think it’s an amazing idea and I wish them the best of luck.

The current branch is located right behind Gulf Bank’s head office. And I was just told that Haleeb w Hail, the new modern “Kuwaiti” cafe is opening up another branch at the Avenues.

Thanks Om Hamoody

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Not another homemade cupcake you might say. Well let me tell you something.. Read the rest of this entry »

My friend ½ Cream Milk just told me that the Voluntary work center (photography center) are having their 9th exhibition at the avenues mall. I went last year and I enjoyed what I’ve seen. All the photos are taken by members of the center, and my friend contributed 4 of them. Not to be biased, all of their works are great, but I liked my friend’s work the most.

Make sure to pay a visit and see what they have to offer.

Where: In and the avenues phase II near Aïshti and Samsonite.

When: Open from 29th of december to 2nd of january.

Time: All the time.

My friends over at Football Directa gave me the honors of exclusively viewing their new totally revamped website, and let me tell all of you Football fans.. you’re in for a BIG surprise!

I knew they were doing a whole new website, I also knew they worked hard and spent lots of time trying to make it the best it could be, so I was expecting to see something great, yet when I viewed it, I was blown away. It has everything a football fan would want and all in one place! Breaking news, Live scores and results, All of the leagues news, articles, schedules, gossip columns and exclusive pictures!

Their new design and logo rocks by the way. Everything is set in a great layout with lots of drop-down menus for easy navigation. The picture above is not the whole thing, the main page is much longer with so much more information.

Oh, and it’s in both English and Arabic. I think this website is going to be HUGE!

The site will be launching tomorrow. They worked hard so make sure you let them know what you think!

Football Directa Website

GUST is having a talent show on new years eve and a fellow blogger, 1life2live, is giving away 4 tickets to the show. If you’re interested, all you have to do is leave comment on his giveaway post and you’ll enter a random draw. 2 tickets for each winner!

Check his post and leave a comment to win. LINK

According to Forbes list of friendliest countries, Bahrain ranks as the world’s friendliest country. Bahrain totally gets my vote too!

Check out the rest of the list Here.

Thanks Taymoor

I don’t know what’s so special about this board but Mishref’s mystery artist finds it irresistble and She/He keeps updating it every once in a while. Now we’re hooked! We can’t pass by without checking to see if there is a new message on.

Our friends at Q8BlackMarket got there first this time and captured the photo above. They also pointed out that the letters ‘LIE’ in the middle are painted in blue.

To see what was written the last time click HERE

Thanks Q8BlackMarket

Zain has released the new MiFi ads, watch them above and witness the “bower” 😛

We reviewed the wireless routers so if you want to know what the MiFi is all about and what we had to say about it click HERE.

I got this mug, which I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it.. I was disappointed with how fragile and cheap it turned out to be. I should’ve gotten this cup instead.

I also got this Book Mark, it looks nice. it’s $9.99.

I’m thinking of getting this magnetic game thingi. I know I know! I’m getting a bit carried away.

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We went to Wagamama restaurant in 360 mall the other day, and we chose to sit outside. They have this outdoor sitting area with a nice atmosphere. I enjoyed the setting even though it’s in a closed place and I thought it’s very nice place to have your meal, but you have to go prepared Read the rest of this entry »

This was released by the NBK a few weeks ago. Whoever was behind this idea must’ve felt quite nostalgic for the good old days. I took pictures of every page, english and arabic, and all the pictures are clickable for a bigger view. Have fun going back in time Read the rest of this entry »