I feel sorry for the family of Aylan Kurdi (Drowned Syrian toddler's father wept over Charlie Hebdo cartoon, January 18). Some people are really insensitive.
If this is what being civilised is all about, then I would rather stay away from that world. It’s disgusting.
Mohammed Ali Al Marzooqi, Dubai
The cartoon shows a lack of sensitivity. Our hearts cry for the family.
Geoffrey Elliott, Abu Dhabi
I was disgusted to see the cartoon. If humans treat each other in this manner, then we have no hope.
Mohammed Salim, Dubai
Why not name the business?
I refer to the news report Shawarma video leads to closure of Dubai cafe (January 18). I wonder why these premises are not named. It just leads to speculation and rumour.
Carol Goodey, Dubai
Low visibility? Just pull over
I refer to the letter Blame drivers, not fog, for the accidents (January 18). If you can't see the cars ahead until you are right behind them then you should pull over in a safe location as no journey is worth risking your life. However, the authorities should close the roads when the visibility is zero. It's not the first time this has happened.
Nicola Campbell, Abu Dhabi
I am glad these families are now sharing their stories with the general public, but preventive measures might have stopped these horror stories happening in the first place (How speeding and reckless driving destroy young lives, January 17).
I wouldn’t be here today if I hadn’t worn a seat belt at the age of nine.
Name withheld by request
Some things remain forever
I enjoyed reading John Denehy's piece The watch repairman of Abu Dhabi has time on his hands (January 15). Our preferences and needs change with time.
Everything old is constantly replaced with something new. Due to the advancement of technology we need fewer gadgets.
With mobile phones, the need to wear a watch, carry a camera or have a calculator or calendar has diminished. As a result, businesses like that of Maqsood Ahmed are likely to suffer greatly.
However, with time, these businesses become less of a revenue generating source and more about interest and passion. Watch repairing is an art. It is a specialised field that I think will never fade out completely.
Mr Ahmed’s business may not be flourishing at the moment, but his experience and expertise will last a lifetime.
Fatima Suhail, Sharjah
A spontaneous performer
What impresses me about Russell Peters is his spontaneity (Russell Peters will look at the funny side of the pursuit of fame at Dubai shows, January 16). He's naturally funny.
As individuals, we need to escape the stress of everyday life and laughter is certainly a stress buster.
I also think that we are increasingly losing the funny side of our lives and Russell with his sold-out shows has proven that laughter is in great demand. It just goes to show that if you have talent, believe in it and stick with it, you are bound for success.
Randall Mohammed, Dubai
Russell always rocks. Yes, laughter is the best medicine of all.
I watched one of his episodes where he poked fun at salespersons to point out that neither would give in to discount requests. It was fabulous. Keep it up, Russell.
Julie Bir, Dubai
