Mahmood's Den

“Bahraini Views” interview in Khaleejesque

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:45:44 +0000

Bahraini Views is in the news again. I’ve been interviewed by the lifestyle and popular culture online eZine Khaleejesque to shed some light on the Bahraini Views initiative. A celebration of Bahrainis who inspire generations with their experiences and efforts, Bahraini Views is a pioneering project featuring Bahrainis in various fields talking about their experiences and [...]

Pigs Flu Jabs Inaugurated in Bahrain with Minister

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:18:52 +0000

As the caption says, our Minister of Health Dr. Faisal Al-Hamer together with top “influencers” including businessman Farouq Al-Moayyed, ex-MoH undersecretary Abdulaziz Hamza and a bevy of other personages too. About 200 according to this piece from Al-Wasat this morning: دشّن وزير الصحة فيصل الحمر أمس لقاح انفلونزا الخنازير في مركز حمد كانو الصحي بحضور وكلاء [...]

Pulling out, and it’s about time

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:43:38 +0000

I applaud the Indonesian government for doing something concrete to protect their citizens, even resorting to a ban against some Middle Eastern countries form employing them owing to the various abuses they suffered from. I wonder if other labour exporters will do likewise. And if they do, I think we will be in the centre of [...]

American Soldier

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:37:06 +0000

Some people say that you can’t tell a story with just pictures. I say if done properly, you can tell multiple stories and evoke so many emotions with a few good pictures. The mark of a good photographer is his or her ability to encapsulate that emotion in a photograph. I think the series of “An [...]

Rain of Gold (Galphimia gracillis)

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:33:05 +0000

Rain of Gold (Galphimia gracillis), originally uploaded by malyousif. Have a wonderful weekend my friends.

Caesalpinia pulcherrima Dwarf Poinciana

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:19:51 +0000

Caesalpinia pulcherrima Dwarf Poinciana, originally uploaded by malyousif. Wishing you a peaceful and fabulous Friday my friends.

Bahraini Views – Huda Radhi – Connoisseur of Life

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:51:17 +0000

It’s not just the psychology of chocolates and flowers that entrepreneur and Huda Radhi is an expert at, it’s also the passion she has for both. Discovering such a brand by chance on a business trip, she didn’t allow anything to stop her from bringing that joy to her native country Bahrain. Through this interview, Huda [...]

Bahraini Views – Fatima Mohammed – Work with pride

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:13:23 +0000

Like a lot of Bahraini men and women, Mrs. Fatima Mohammed takes pride in her work and judging by the feedback of her return customers, she does so very well indeed. She attributes her success in her chosen profession to how she treats people; with respect and a huge heart. That’s what sustains her in the [...]

One reason that too many Arabs are poor is rotten education

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:53:04 +0000

In much of the Arab world, coverage of the research took a different spin. “American Scientists Debunk Darwin”, exclaimed the headline!

Communal Bath

Mahmood Al-Yousif — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:11:48 +0000

Communal Bath, originally uploaded by malyousif. My favourite thing in my garden is the simple bird bath I placed just outside my study. I get hours of joy just watching birds and insects using it in various ways. Have a wonderful Friday my friends.