A terrible tragedy
The horrific accident that happened on Al Wasl road is an eye-opener ("Trees blocking view cause of fatal accidents - official", Gulf News, May 11).
I urge the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to install radars and signals at every U-turn.
The speed limit should be between 60 and 70 kilometres per hour.
As a resident of an apartment on Al Wasl road, I have seen many major accidents happen and the only reason is due to speeding. There is a need for more police patrolling.
From Mr Mubasher Khan
Dubai
Fires in accidents
I was shocked after reading the report in Gulf News on the traffic accident and resultant fire on Al Wasl road.
How is it that collisions so often result in fire? In all my years of living abroad, I have never seen an accident that involves fire.
From Mr T. Inda
USA
Danger lurks on park road
As a resident of Al Nahda in Sharjah, our neighbourhood park is a blessing for parents and children alike.
It is a very popular spot, as many families in the area prefer spending their evenings in the park, all through the year.
However, getting to Al Nahda Park can be a terrifying experience with motorists driving recklessly in the area.
A majority of the park's visitors are children and it has become extremely dangerous for them.
I hope the authorities will find a quick solution, as even crossing the road to reach the park has become a nightmare.
From Ms Anu Surana Parekh
Sharjah
Enough is enough
The Lebanese people have suffered enough ("Siniora calls on army to restore order", Gulf News, May 11).
The war has helped no one, resulting in absolute chaos caused by the burning of cars and blocked roads.
All parties involved in the Lebanese conflict should stop the clashes and re-establish the security and peace that was once prevalent in Beirut.
We need to seek a peaceful solution to the crisis. No Lebanese wants another civil war again.
From Ms Tania
Beirut, Lebanon
Full name withheld by request
News that hurts
It is highly reprehensible to see that Gulf News is reporting incorrect information ("Dubai to be home to smart technologies," Gulf News, May 10).
The report on house automation gadgets is nothing short of an advertisement with zero news value.
Please do not assume that Gulf News readers are buyers for such items. There could be more credible, reliable and apt news reports that talk of smarter technology.
Such articles hurt, since we can demonstrate better and smarter home technology tactics than those advocated in the report.
From Mr Chandran Velayudhan
UAE
Happy customer
I cannot understand why there is such a hue and cry about the services of etisalat ("Your turn," Gulf News, May 10).
I have been a customer with etisalat for the past eight years and have never faced a single problem.
The service provided has always been absolutely professional.
Thereby, I was very surprised to read the letters to Gulf News sent in by people complaining about etisalat, as I don't relate to a single situation.
From Mr Nandhakumar Bala
Dubai
Allow aid
This is with reference to the ongoing crisis in Myanmar ("Myanmar votes amid devastation", Gulf News, May 11).
The support extended by the United Nations and countries including the UAE is applaudable.
The reasons for the authorities in Myanmar to not allow aid workers and journalists inside the country remain unclear - something that needs to be amended immediately.
From Mr K. Ragavan
Ajman
Can't afford failure
My sister took lessons in a reputed driving institute in September 2007. She completed almost 160 classes and has failed seven times.
We are not earning a very high salary. A major chunk of what we earn goes in rent, the balance of which is set aside for payment of driving classes!
From Ms Irfana A. G. Kazi
Dubai
Blamed wrongly
Driving students in the country require proper training and must be aware of all road rules and regulations.
Additionally, only those learners who actually deserve a licence should receive it. I have often heard of cases where relatively new drivers with limited experience are able to pass their driving test.
On the other hand, there are some students who fail because they stop - even if somewhat awkwardly - for pedestrians.
We are watchful of approaching cars in the front and should not be responsible for the cars behind us.
From Ms Farha Hassan
Abu Dhabi
