Mixed reactions to the bikini ban in Ras Al Khaimah
The initiative described in Bikini ban for RAK public beaches (April 23) is long overdue. The UAE should be more concerned with preserving its culture and heritage than trying to cater to the needs of tourists.
The beauty of any country is in its traditions.
If you take that away then what unique characteristics do you have to draw tourists into your land?
Alveena Salim, Dubai
Ras Al Khaimah promotes itself as a tourism and relaxation hub, and its main attraction is the beach.
Who will come to swim now?
Christina Lambi, Dubai
Why is everyone complaining?
Due to the vast amount of liberty and respect given to foreigners, expatriates keep forgetting that this country is Islamic. It is not Las Vegas.
Saif Al Suwaida, Sharjah
Women in India need protection
I am writing in reference to Soumik Mukherjee's opinion article, Indian culture, not chow mein, is to blame for sex crimes (April 21).
There seems to be a culture of impunity in India. Judging by the recent cases of sexual violence, it is not surprising that during riots women have been raped en masse.
How could India even be called a democracy when it allows such atrocities to go unpunished, or when society turns a blind eye?
The Indian entertainment industry, which often objectifies women, has a share in the blame.
In Indian culture, women - mothers, sisters - are treated in high regard by society. Unfortunately, the string of recent abuse cases in urban areas paint a picture of violence that India must address.
Joe Burns, Dubai
Tip for new mums: ask others for help
I am writing in response to the Married Life column, Here it is: proof that all parents lie (April 22).
Motherhood does come naturally as long as new parents start off by asking other mums for advice.
In hospital, shortly after having my first child, I asked the other mums for their sage wisdom. Then the next lot of new mums asked me.
Parents often compare ideas and hints and helpful tricks about raising children.
Ursula Riches, UK
'Topless' activism only does harm
We don't need 'help' of topless protesters (April 13) really grabbed my attention.
The writer, Shelina Zahra Janmohamed, has expressed clearly how the antics of a few women are not helping Muslim women who choose to be covered.
Rim Hassan, Dubai
Where's the sport in hunting resort?
I am concerned about the situation described in First hunting resort to open in UAE (March 26)
Unfortunately there are practically no more gazelles or other endangered Arabian ungulates being born in the wild in the UAE.
The animals that will be hunted in the resort will be tame, and bred in captivity. They will probably not even run if a gun is put to their heads.
This doesn't sound very sporting.
Name withheld by request
Vehicle value is hard to measure
Your article, Rare Dh14.4m Lamborghini Veneno snapped up by UAE buyer (April 22) got me thinking about value.
I've heard that Toyota is launching a special edition car which will trump even this beast; it will cost almost 100 times as much as the Corolla model it is based on.
U Ubaid, Abu Dhabi
Do more to end Myanmar violence
Myanmar unrest is 'ethnic cleansing' of Rohingya Muslim minority: HRW (April 23) was unsettling.
The on-going crisis in Myanmar and the atrocities created by the group of Buddhists killing Muslims must come to an end, and normal life must be restored as early as possible.
The recent report by Human Rights Watch detailing this ethnic violence should compel the international community to act.
K Ragavan, India