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Movies

Iron Man Special Showing

Iron Man

I just got two tickets for tonights special showing of Iron Man here in Lebanon. The movie premiers in the States on the 2nd of May but somehow its showing here in Lebanon before. I guess its like how Star Wars premiered in Kuwait before the rest of the world.




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Guest Bloggers Kuwait Strange

Armageddon sandstorm?

Kuwait city was just hit by a major sandstorm; the view from my office is starting to look like the ‘Armageddon’ poster.. Where is the rain we are supposed to be getting?




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Guest Bloggers Information Internet Kuwait

Fasttelco hates bloggers

Remember a months back when we informed Fasttelco users that their personal information was being leaked by their ISP.

Well, their official response by their Marketing Manager, Ali Dervasi, was that our post is “propaganda” to further our “history of hostility against FASTtelco“.

Sorry to burst your conspiracy bubble .. but we don’t carry any ill will towards any companies, just their services (or lack thereof). As for our ‘propaganda’ post .. In addition to FTs users experiencing the issue (and posting screenshots), Google themselves confirmed that there was a problem. And our “history of hostility” is a direct result of FT’s poor service, which isn’t limited to the following: blocking sites, high prices, false advertising, security issues and all-around shitty ads.

FT needs to take a step back and reevaluate their services (and prices) before pointing fingers at its users. The other ISPs have stepped up their services and offerings (except for UCC, they are terrible). Reading reviews on blogs and through word-of-mouth, end customers are more aware of the alternatives available. Until FT fixes its issues, I continue using (and recommending) الخمطة بربع.

Link to original article [here]

Posted by K.




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Events Kuwait Movies

Cinemagic Screening: The Kite Runner

The Kite Runner

From Cinemagic:

Cinemagic is delighted to announce the return of our weekly screening program. Screenings will continue to take place at our new location in Old Salmiya, above LG Electronics.

This week, we will be screening “The Kite Runner“.

Based one on of the most acclaimed novels in recent memory, ‘The Kite Runner’ is a profoundly emotional tale of friendship, family, devastating mistakes and redeeming love. In a divided country on the verge of war, two childhood friends, Amir and Hassan, are about to be torn apart forever. It’s a glorious afternoon in Kabul and the skies are bursting with the exhilarating joy of a kite-fighting tournament. But in the aftermath of the day’s victory, one boy’s fearful act of betrayal will mark their lives forever and set in motion an epic quest for redemption. Now, after 20 years of living in America, Amir returns to a perilous Afghanistan under the Taliban’s iron-fisted rule to face the secrets that still haunt him and take one last daring chance to set things right.

For its part, Cinemagic Kuwait, is organizing these events as part of its efforts to contribute to the development of an internationally competitive Kuwaiti audio-visual production industry, partly by bringing the filmmakers and audiences together and by Increasing the public’s interest in – and appreciation for – the art of filmmaking.

As always, attendance is free of charge (but seating is limited). Snacks and refreshments will be served. The Kite Runner screening will take place on Thursday, May 1st, at 7 p.m.




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Interesting Videos

Flash mob in Beirut

This story totally surprised me. I was talking to my brother today when he mentioned that last month a flash mob here in Beirut replicated “Frozen Grand Central” except in a mall. Over 200 people participated and although I think the Grand Central freeze was nicer I am totally surprised that a flash mob exists in Lebanon. Someone should setup a flash mob group for Kuwait. [YouTube]




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Guest Bloggers Music

Madonna: Hard Candy

Hard Candy

I just downloaded (bought) the new Madonna album from the Amazon MP3 Store; and its probably one of her better albums since Ray of Light in 98. Initially, I was going to write a long winded review talking about each track, then I realized that Vocals=Madonna and Production=Timbaland, Pharrel and Kanye West.

Yeah .. that pretty much sums it up.

She is also going to be stopping by Dubai on Nov.21st for the Hard Candy tour (good luck getting tickets).

Link to Hard Candy album on Amazon. [Here]
Link to Hard Candy tour news. [here]

Posted by K.

(Is it just me or does the album cover match the blog a little too much.)




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Information

New sponsor looking for feedback

GIC

As most of you might have noticed I have a new sponsor on the blog, Gulf Insurance Company. They’ve basically launched a new service where people can just log into their website and sign up for one of their insurance plans, here is their press release with more info:

GIC unveils its online insurance services
Gulf Insurance Company (GIC) … Kuwait’s most preferred insurance solutions provider is proud to announce its online range of individual insurance products via: www.clickgic.com

GIC’s valued customers can now simply login and insure their vehicles, Jet Ski’s, yachts, pleasure boats, domestic servants and travel insurance including family members and pay for such services online by K-Net, Visa or MasterCard in a fully secure environment.

Once the policy is purchased, GIC will send a policy confirmation email to the customer along with an SMS to the customer’s mobile phone advising policy number. The customer will have access to his policy and check information of the same any time by logging on www.clickgic.com and by keying in policy number and civil ID number for prompt display of all policy information.

Customers have the option of collecting their policies themselves from any of GIC’s 15 branches or request for a free delivery of the policy within 24 hours to the location of their choice in Kuwait. Customers however can print the motor comprehensive, domestic helpers and travel insurance policies directly from the comfort of their homes or offices.

GIC is currently offering its online customers a special discount of 10% on the Motor and Marine Third Party Liability policy premiums.

Simply log on to www.clickgic.com and see for yourselves GIC’s distinct wide ranging products and services and the ease and convenience of its use!

Anyway the reason for this post is that GIC want your feedback on their website. So if you have any comments on their website just leave it below.




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Guest Bloggers Technology

3G iPhone next month?

I placed an order for an iPhone a week ago and thought something went wrong when I didn’t receive a tracking number after a few days (They usually ship them within a day). After checking the order status, I found out that the iPhone isn’t going to be shipped out until May 13th; which is almost a month after my initial order.

In addition to knowing Apple’s history of keeping quiet about new products and the pending rumors about the new iPhone .. I am guessing that the 3G iPhone is released next month. If this does turn out to be the new iPhone, I wouldn’t suggest purchasing one until the current unlock method is confirmed to be working.

Posted by K.




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Funny Kuwait Sports

Summer is here

Summer is here and what other better way to welcome it than with a youtube video, watch it till the end. Video is called Wake Boarding Kuwait. [YouTube]




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Food & Drinks Travel

the hummingbird bakery

hummingbird bakery

One of the places I was looking forward to visiting while I was in London is the hummingbird bakery. Some say that most of the cupcake stores in Kuwait were based on the hummingbird bakery, that might be true but I haven’t tried their cupcakes. My main reason for visiting the hummingbird bakery is for their Chocolate Devil’s Food Cake which is just incredible. Sadly there are only two hummingbird bakeries in London so there is very little chance that a branch will open up in Kuwait. If you ever visit London make sure you pass by the hummingbird bakery and then make sure you visit Ben’s Cookies for the best cookies in London.

hummingbird bakery




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Fashion Sneakers

Puma Disc Blaze

Puma Disc Blaze

Finally got to see these sneakers live today at the Size? store here in London. I think they look pretty nice (90’s are in) but I don’t think any store in Kuwait would get them. They’re too weird for Kuwait. [Link]




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Gossip & Rumors Kuwait

Fahaheel Expressway Collapsed?

Someone in the forum just posted the following:

just heard the 30 (Fahaheel expressway) has ‘collasped/sunk’ at the 209/210 exit………….just a rumour or any details????

Can anyone confirm this? If you have pictures or video just send them to [email protected]




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Food & Drinks Kuwait

Trader Vic’s opening on the Gulf Road?

Trader Vic's

A friend just told me that Trader Vic’s is opening on the Gulf Road right after Kuwait Towers and Ruby Tuesday. There are 3 small buildings that were just built on the sea side and one of them supposedly is Trader Vic’s. Will try and double check this myself tomorrow.

Update: I can now confirm that Trader Vic’s is in fact opening on the Gulf Road near Ruby Tuesday in front of Mais Alghanim.

Trader Vic\'s Kuwait




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Fashion Funny Strange

Dishdasha online

iDishdasha

I thought this site was a joke at first but it seems its real. The store has some funky dishdasha’s available including the iDishdasha pictured above. They are all Saudi styled dishdashas (high collar/2 buttons) so they won’t work well in Kuwait. [Link]

Thanks mocman




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Animals Funny

Lion in the Diwaniya

This video I think was shot in the UAE. Would be cool to see a video of the cheetahs at the diwaniya here in Kuwait. [YouTube]

Thanks a2b