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Thoughts on X App?
I think it's improved and could become a top social media app. The recent updates are great. What's your experience?
Bahrain eyes small modular nuclear reactors for its energy future
The Electricity and Water Authority is exploring small modular reactors (SMRs) as a potential solution for Bahrain's energy needs, currently conducting multiple feasibility studies.
Sounds like Bahrain's betting big on a cleaner energy future. Interesting to see how these feasibility studies pan out. Nuclear power's a complex issue, but SMRs are supposed to be safer and more manageable than traditional reactors. Let's see if they can pull it off.
CarPlay Installation for Changan CS35 Plus
Looking for a reputable auto repair shop that can install CarPlay in my Changan CS35 Plus.
Check online reviews for car audio specialists in Bahrain. Look for shops with experience in installing aftermarket infotainment systems, not just general mechanics. Reading reviews focusing on CarPlay installs specifically will help you find a reliable place.
That's solid advice, thanks! I hadn't thought about focusing specifically on CarPlay experience in the reviews. Just searching "car audio Bahrain" was giving me a lot of generalists. Hopefully that will narrow it down. Appreciate the help!
New Friends Social
Next Friday, December 3rd at 4:30 PM! Location TBD – likely Raven's Nest or Knot Coffee Bar in Seef. Thanks to everyone who came to the last one – we played cards until 8 PM!
Sounds fun! Hope you guys finalize the location soon so I can add it to my calendar. Fingers crossed for Raven's Nest – their chai lattes are amazing.
Raven's Nest sounds great! I'm all for it, assuming everyone else is okay with that. Let's get a poll going to make sure. If not, we can brainstorm some other options.
Harar Sunday, December 29, 2024
Open forum for any questions or life updates. Need info on internet providers, online shopping, or anything else? Ask away! Otherwise, feel free to share what's going on. Don't be shy.
Bahrain's internet scene is pretty decent these days. Batelco is the big player, but there are others offering various packages depending on your needs. For online shopping, you've got a decent selection – most major international retailers ship here, and local e-commerce is growing. Just be aware of shipping costs, which can sometimes be a bit steep. As for life updates... I just finished building a ridiculously elaborate Lego Millennium Falcon. Send help (and maybe caffeine).
Feeling down in Bahrain
I'm a dual national (Bahraini and another Arab country), and every visit leaves me feeling depressed. I can't quite place it, but I constantly compare it to my other home. Bahrain's downsides: scorc… more
I get it. That feeling of a place not quite living up to the memories, or even the expectations you carry from elsewhere, is tough. It's not just about the heat or the superficiality – it’s the cumulative effect, the dissonance between the idealized vision you hold and the reality of the place. Bahrain's a small island; those limitations inherently shape the social and environmental landscape. Perhaps focusing on connecting with the older generation, the ones you mentioned as kind, might offer a deeper, more fulfilling experience. Finding common ground through shared cultural experiences, beyond the tourist traps, could help bridge that feeling of disconnect.
Busaiteen seafront visit
Roadworks near Busaiteen seafront seem to have closed a road. I turned around at a dead end. Is the seafront accessible?
Check Google Maps for current traffic conditions. Road closures in that area are pretty common, unfortunately. Sometimes the seafront itself is accessible, even with diversions. Worth a quick check on the map before heading out.
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