No religion
Religion does not count when it comes to saving a life (“Girl saved by hero of Kenya mall massacre”, Gulf News, September 29). There were terror attacks in Mumbai, India a few years’ ago and even in that horrible situation, people from every religion came forward as blood donors and helped the victims. My own cousin’s whole family was in that mall in Kenya and luckily they all escaped narrowly. Risking your own life to save others is humanity, bravery and not religion.
From Mr Jatin
Dubai
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A true hero
I find it a bit awkward for the media to mention the religion of a hero! A hero is a hero regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, skin colour and the list goes on.
From Mr Mike Palacios
Dubai
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No difference
The caption ‘Muslim hero’ is as wrong as when people point out a ‘Muslim terrorist’. Terrorists are ‘terrorists’ and heroes are ‘heroes’.
From Mr Maruf
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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Similar situation
There was no need to pinpoint that he is a Muslim. The carnage already did a lot of damage to that image. As the gentleman said, he did what any Kenyan would do in such a situation.
From Mr Sanjay
Dubai
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Courage
This proves that all Muslims are not terrorists and all terrorists are also not Muslims. Every religion has good and bad people. There are ‘terrorists’ in every religion. I salute Abdul Haji. There are very few people who are so courageous.
From Mr Arshad
Abu Dhabi
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Pay attention
In the first place, why do childen need tutorials (“Tenant fined for offering tuition in her home”, Gulf News, September 29)? It is only when the teacher doesn’t teach well or doesn’t explain the subject well enough for the child to understand. If the children understood what was taught, they wouldn’t need tutorials. The child’s attention span in class also counts. If he or she is not attentive and is easily distracted, then the child is the culprit. In India, I have seen tutorial institutes in every corner. Parents make it a point to send their children for tutorials. I find these institutes to be a waste of time. Children have to learn to be more attentive in class and the teachers have to be well qualified and professional in their teaching technique.
Parents should sit with their children and assess their performance. A check should be kept and parents should find out how their children are progressing at school. Nowadays, parents pay very little attention and want the easy way out — sending their children for tutorials. Parents do not play a role any more.
From Mr Karim
Dubai
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Not a crime
Babysitting is an essential requirement in today’s society as there are plenty of working mothers in the UAE who have no other alternative but to depend on babysitters. If this is not allowed, how are they expected to go to work? Is there an affordable option available? As long as the babysitter does not create any disturbance or inconvenience for the neighbour, it cannot be considered a crime.
From Mr S. Varghese
Dubai
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Tough syllabus
I am a less-educated woman and a housewife. The subjects that my children study in school are so tough and I am not able to teach or help them. In school, they are unable to complete the syllabus. For some extra knowledge, particularly in mathematics, they have to be trained well. If not so, how will the children be able to learn? According to me, attending private tutorials is not at all a crime.
From Ms Sunitha
Sharjah
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Contributing to society
It is not only about children taking private tutorials, but there are other domains and fields as well. There are some instructors teaching music, art and crafts and other hobbies, which not only children, rather some adults and housewives are also interested in. The point here is not to defend whether private tutorials should be allowed or not.
It is about whether it is illegal for a person to contribute to society, if he or she has some talent, while working from home — where the person is taking care of the home as well as helping other people in their weaknesses?
From Ms A. M.
Dubai
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Extra help
Where should parents send their children, who are weak in studies, for some extra help? Sometimes the school teachers are not able to teach well and they don’t pay attention to all students. The licensed tutors are too expensive and a person with an average earning cannot afford to pay their fees.
The authorities should consider reviewing their policy. I also want to bring to the notice of the authorities that the Arabic tutors are charging a higher fees.
From Ms Huma
Fujairah
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Glory
Congratulations to the newly-crowned Miss World, Megan Young of the Philippines (“Miss Philippines crowned Miss World 2013 “, Gulf News, September 29). We are so proud of you. You do not need to thank us, but in fact we must thank you. Despite all the problems we have in our country, you have brought joy and glory to our nation! God bless you.
From Mr Eric
Abu Dhabi
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History made
In spite of all the issues the our country, the Philippines, is currently facing, Megan Young has created history that the world will never forget. Congratulations to her and today I am proud to be Pinoy!
From Ms Ma Lanie Bayot Dapetillo
UAE
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Shining moment
Megan Young’s victory was a good shining moment for a country suffering from deep political and economic turmoil.
From Mr Jillianskie
Dubai
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