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Monthly Archives: July 2007
Multivitamin users beware
Natrol, the global leader in the dietary supplement industry, has re-confirmed that its gelatin capsules indeed contain pork and beef gelatin. Based on a story, which appeared in Gulf News a few days back, I had sent a mail to … Continue reading
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Dubai dreams in doldrums
According to a recruitment firm, Dubai is now the third most expensive place in the world to buy a Big Mac burger from McDonald’s –– US$2.72 compared to US$1.66 in the cheapest place, Hong Kong. This is just one instance … Continue reading
Posted in General, Oman
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Sad story
What happens when some Indian workers request their salaries to be paid as per the contract? They are locked up in a flat without food and water. Thanks to some noble hearted social workers and Indian embassy, they are rescued … Continue reading
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Iraq: Despair in battlefield…joy in soccer pitch
(Pics source: AFP)
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How I wish I had answers for all their queries
Dear Sir/Madam I would like to know the resigning procedures from a private company in Oman if we are in a contract period for two years. Expecting an early response.Regards,Xyz Dear sir, Thank you in advance for your help.Kindly I’m … Continue reading
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Enter Pratibha, exit Kalam
Pratibha to Sonia: “Thanks, madam. Without you, I am nothing.” (Pic source: AFP) We will miss you, Kalam. (Pic source: AFP)
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Vignettes from India
A hoarding in memory of Kannada matinee idol Dr. Rajkumar (extreme right) on his death anniversary. But, look at the number of people in the banner. Top half comprises of ‘so called’ political leaders and the bottom half constitutes people … Continue reading
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Education and road safety
An expert on road safety issues from UK, who is presently based in Oman, writes to me stating that foundation of road safety lies in the three ‘E’s –– education, engineering and enforcement. He goes on to add that engineering … Continue reading
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Same day, same mishap…one was lucky, other wasn’t
54 people escaped with minor injuries when an Aerorepublica airlines’ Embraer 190 aircraft skidded off the runway on landing and ended up nose-first in the sea in Colombia today. (Pic source: AFP) 200 people were feared dead when a TAM … Continue reading
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277 dead in 5 months: Quite alarming
A report says: “The number of people killed on Oman’s roads rose by nearly five per cent to 277 during the first five months of the current year.” This means almost two people lose their lives every day. For a … Continue reading
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