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Hope everone is safe and sound. in the absence of twitter and FB here is a link that still works: Google RealTime Read More

Here is another useful link: Mapping Pro-Democracy Protests in Libya - Google Maps Read More

another kerfuffle report same day, different source Kerfuffle IIThe word kerfuffle is originally from the Scots language, meaning disturbance, commotion, or fuss. What happened/is happening across many cities in Libya is certainly not a commotion or ... Read More

..Still, don't believe any serious thing will happen. isn't that what they said about Egypt? We'll watch you from far (long planned holiday:)Just as well Libyans are doing it for themselves eh?All hell is breaking loose NOW Hold on to your seats ... Read More

[Moderated: Offensive language]Did I miss something?! Read More

Sorry to hear about your ordeal Clansman. I am glad you are fine. What makes me really angry is the lack of police involvement in tackling this type of cowardly crime. My advice to all expats is to report every single incident to the police and to ... Read More

download the latest driver for your modemWhere from?I am assuming you are using the Huawei Echolife 325 USB Dongle, (for other modems choose from the drop down menues) therefore the latest Firmware version is : V300R001LBYC10B050 (check what version ... Read More

........ I ended up reinstalling windows 7 (recovery and all)... Now: USB connections work fine on computer B. External hard drives, flash drives, printers...etc all connect just fine via USB. Only the WiMax Dongle. HelpSounds like a driver ... Read More

hello I know it is not easy to used to life in libya, but believe me it is more simple than it looks like. about searching for a job that is suible for you i can advice you to look in : libyaninvestment.com , look in jobs. i wish you enjoy living ... Read More

....btw have you found a source of caramel wafers ?Sadly not in Libya, but I do stock up every visit back to Old Reekie. This cheered me up though: Heavenly snack and ... Read More

Does anyone know which areas have wimax coverage ? the LTT website calls up a google map of Libya but I can't see any areas marked on it. Is there a list of towns served anywhere ? TIAOn the map you should see green baloons, drill down to your ... Read More

Unfortunately this is the only method as it currently stands....You can do it online through your account.I stand corrected :) Kes1978 is right you can charge online Read More

Hi If any one can guide me if the Wimax prepaid can be charged by logging into Wimax account on their website or only can be charged by dialing 116. sabbehUnfortunately this is the only method as it currently stands. Instructions as per LTT ... Read More

So.. got a nice new shiny laptop running Windows 7 (Don't like it). 1. It crashes if I unplug my wimax 2. It connects for 20 seconds, then it's fooked.. 3. Green light is still lit on the modem (ZTETU25)even tho i've disconnected it. 4. Have ... Read More

I sent you a PM re Music Shop Read More

[img align=c]http://www.electricteacher.com/images/ooh-matron-with-text.gifThey don't make them like that any more. Brilliant :P Ding Dong Read More

...I'm lubing my bearings that night.Maybe you should extend an invitation to Firefox and Samiol to come give you a hand with that since they are stuck for ideas to entertain themselves :lol: Read More

@libyanexpat..... this is irrelevant. people my age(19)have a whole different way of writing,speaking and typing. I teach English at a basic level to Libyan students. The fact that I made a few mistakes in typing or spelling doesn't mean I don't ... Read More

Hi Aleksandra, Yea, guess you just experienced some strange people trying to take over your thread this wasn't a surprise for me when I first posted here got the same lame talk from some member. Anyway welcome on board! GM"latão pescoço" is all I ... Read More

@ sandman??!!! what's your problem?? it's a shame you didn't TEACH yourself english! english is my first language...First of all, welcome to the forum Aleks :) Please don't take comments to heart. Sandman is a very helpful fella but alas, doesn't ... Read More

Hi all, I can organize this were am working we have Billards, and tenis de table.....well it will need to aply for a small and smooth procedur such as names and so , so if you feel like it let me know!!!!now there is an offer you can't refuse :) So ... Read More

Thanks Sandman6, I get it now so it's opposite that pond in the old buildings is it?I guess the picture on their main website is a BIG clue :rolleyes: But then again Google is notoriously difficult to use :D you said,you are conducting a survey, did ... Read More

Does anyone have any tips or advice? Its greatly appreciated in advance.I agree with Mudman, unless you have a technical background, you won't be offered any decent positon in the Oil industry. Why not utilise your media degree and look for a ... Read More

There used to be a musical instruments shop in Emhemed Mgerief street: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=32.892178,13.184546&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=10.312438,39.506836&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=16 I believe it is still ... Read More

By the way ... [img align=C]http://www.colorado4x4.org/vbb/images/smilies/co4x4/feedtroll.gifJulien, just wondering as a mod, who do you think the trolls are in this forum? :) Read More

Ok.. Let's meet before my depature to russia. May be next weekends? Where are you living FireFox? What's the hotel's name?I don't live at a hotel, but at a house in Janzour with my family. I wouldn't be able to host either, sorry about ... Read More

why in hell dont you guys go socialize and fornicate like normal people do in Libya instead of grawning and moaning like C.S.s do!Welcome to the forum Mooh. Excellent landing :rolleyes: Read More

Someone stole the mirror off my car yesterday. I can't imagine why, no local is ever going to use it :)I disagree. As everyone knows, mirrors in cars (or any shiny surface, in cars or indeed anywhere else) are a very useful tool in the armour of a ... Read More

If i were in position to decide the requirements for any given nationality to enter Libya, it would be just copy and paste of the requirements that are required From a Libyan Citizen to enter their country. ""A taste of Medicine that they love ... Read More

hey Haydarbu, Thank you!!..i am not living in Tripoli. Hence not familiar with the place you mentioned. But I'll find out..Are there any other landmarks you can give.. I know Souk Talata mall and Awal sepetember road,Al Burj, Rasheed street etc ... Read More

You can find details at this link: gtt.com.tn/tarifs_eng.html Read More

I spent the last 27 years of my life in Aberdeen (nice city, but not the same). I agree, Aberdeen is nice but not in the same league as Edinburgh. Please don't tell me you followed the Jambos whilst in Edinburgh :lol:I would love to say I was a ... Read More

Sounds great to me mate, Edinburgh lad myself, oh aye and looking down onto Easter Road, and dreaming of the next game to be played on the hallowed turf.Hi Clansman I have been back in Libya for over a year now and I miss Edinburgh terribly, ... Read More

Hi Medina I use vtunnel.com Rgds EL Read More

Hi Abalto An immediate solution to access your site is through a proxy server. I use Vtunnel.com Simply click on this : http://www.vtunnel.com and then enter your site's URL into the box. I am not sure why it has been blocked by LTT. But you can ... Read More

A piping hot bowl of soup for brunch on a winter sunday morning after a long walk up Arthur's Seat. Ah Bliss Read More

next time it will be definitiveHear! Hear:) Read More

...Libyan consulate is the only consulate that can't do it for me.In that case I would advice you to be persistent. Anyone who dealt with Libyan bureaucracy would know that if at first you don't succeed, TRY, TRY AGAIN. Don't give up too easily; ... Read More

Yeah, good luck dealing with those morons in the US. I may pull a couple of strings and have at least one of those "women" recalled. Really? how impressive! If I were you, I'd just type something official looking in Arabic, put a green stamp on ... Read More

I tried each one of them...They don't provide this service. I have never seen this kind of closed system.How can Libya close themselves like this?you stated in your profile that you are an Indian national; My advice would be to contact the Indian ... Read More

I just wanted to clarify another misconception. Libyans eating canned tuna for lunch. I have never heard of it. I know hundreds of Libyans and can honestly say I have never heard of eating canned tuna for lunch... Lunch, breakfast, supper, midnight ... Read More

bohemiangal, May I refer you to my explanation of the title: Granted the title of the thread was OTT. It was a play on words of the film "10 things I hate about you" and was meant to grab attention!May I also remind you of the definition of some of ... Read More

Are you realy Libyan ?? If you don't like it , why you don't leave to another country ?? man , libya is libya , and i like it like this , we not going forward as long we have people like you LIBYAN POWERibrahjette, Osama, et al., I take it all ... Read More

Expat Libyan you're entitled to your opinion as I am mine. I was expressing my opinion, hence my comment "I find ...” That's my opinion.BG, of course you are entitled to express your opinion... The reason for my "rose-tinted" comment was the fact ... Read More

Sorry, I dont get it. If you're comment is about the speed.. I realize its not like back home but its definitely not dial up speed - 14400bps?Rose-tinted glasses ---- I rest my case! reminds me of Comical Ali (remember him?) and his infamous ... Read More

Granted the title of the thread was OTT. It was a play on words of the film "10 things I hate about you" and was meant to grab attention! I am Libyan; I love my country and very proud of my heritage. I know exactly where I come from and I don't ... Read More

May be they want to know who is driving badly; Expat or citizens.......So they 'll introduce strategic plan to develop new secure traffic system that with high moral driving manners and free of accidentsYeah, and pigs might fly :lol:careful now!! As ... Read More

Hello engineer & TuMu, may I refer you to my previous post... Hi jaimertorres I hope that you have found a good arabic teacher, but if you haven't then may I recommend one: I know a good arabic teacher(Mohammed), whom I introduced to a couple of ... Read More

Winafrica If you're still unable to resolve the config. issues on the phone, may I suggest you visit Almadar's customer service centre in Fashloum Road. In my experience they are very helpful.. Here is the Google coordinates: (32.884958, ... Read More

DISCUSSION COMPLETELY OFF TOPIC -> MODERATED please concentrate on the initial topic, thanksI beg to disagree. In my opinion my comment was ON TOPIC and relates to the initial subject. Regards EL Read More

LTT has this week introduced a new modem the Huwaui EchoLife BM626 WiMAX CPE as a replacement for the ZYXL modem which I use for my office and had issues with from day 1. I received the new modem yesterday and it works like a charm, as an added ... Read More

Hi jaimertorres I hope that you have found a good arabic teacher, but if you haven't then may I recommend one: I know a good arabic teacher(Mohammed), whom I introduced to a couple of expat friends around 3 months ago. He goes to thier house two ... Read More

Hi Waqas I had a similar problem getting a weak signal from my ZTE Wimax dongle, which I resolved by using a 5 Mtr USB cable extension which you can readily buy from most computer shops. Please note 5 Meters is the maximum length you can get away ... Read More