A while back I posted on a new system that set in motion by the Kingdom to curb traffic violations and restore some order on the streets. The system called Sahar consists of license plate recognition software that ticketed speedsters people cutting the light. Ever since its implementation, things have slowly gotten better. Amusingly, I think the crazy rumors are fueling people fears and are doing more to restore order than the actual Sahar system. Now, not...
Read More Post a comment (2)Like any American, I enjoy washing and waxing my car on a lazy Sunday morning. Your up early in your shorts and flip flops with the hose in one hand and a sponge in the other. As you open the garage door you are greeted by the neighbors who are doing the same thing with their dog running around enjoying a cool spray from the hose. I assumed with all the car lovers here in...
Read More Post a comment (0)This post is dedicated to all the stupid, bizarre, and down right awesome things I see while driving the streets of Riyadh. I'll keep updating this post. [nggallery id=14]
I got two stories I would like to share, one that happened to my friend (I won't mention his name) and the other to myself. They both deal with the law enforcement here in the Kingdom and how useless it is. I'll start off with my friend's story. A few months ago Egypt was to play Algeria in a world cup qualifier match. The winner would advanced to the World Cup this summer. It was already...
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The picture illustrates how the religious establishment in the Kingdom declares anything new to civilization such as cinema, bikes, radio, and TVs to be an abomination and a threat to society. Ironically, these are now common place in saudi society and are even used to by the religious establishments. One of my favorite. Women are not allowed to drive in the Kingdom and to get around personal chauffeurs are hired. In complete contradiction to "Islamic law...
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I found these to be entertaining. Especially since I've experienced this a few times in High School. Below are my favorite questions: Do you live in a Pyramid? Can dance like an Egyptian? Can you speak Hieroglyphics? Do have a camel? Anyways, enjoy! [pro-player width='530' height='253' type='video']http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FEOWDmUHTc&fmt=18[/pro-player] [pro-player width='530' height='253' type='video']http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yL8NRYapCw&fmt=18[/pro-player] [pro-player width='530' height='253' type='video']http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC6jmLs2hLM&fmt=18[/pro-player]
