I am so happy i live in a free country!

**MordyT** · #1 (**permalink**) 08-04-2009, 02:08 PM

Boy oh boy, news stories like this one make me realize how good we have it…

The Taliban have been issuing letters reminding people of their obligations to their religion. They claim that the "shiny new phones" are contrary to religious beliefs and dignity. Users of cell phones with multimedia abilities (i.e. Pictures, Videos, etc…) have been told that “they must not have immoral video clips, pictures of unrelated women and handsome boys on their phones”. Also against the rules are ring tones with verses of the Koran. All of these offenses can and will be considered "serious crimes". Those who think they are above the law will be punished severely.

I’m glad I don’t live there.
Thanks to dschoenike for finding this story and writing it up.
Source: Reuters

frozendevl · #2 (**permalink**) 08-04-2009, 02:28 PM

That really dos suck, just goes to show how much we take for granted everyday.
I do love how the picture for the story is an old black and white Nokia ;o

Zenith · #3 (**permalink**) 08-04-2009, 03:19 PM

Don't knock the Nokia!
The 6310i is one of the best business phones of the last 10 years.

http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2007/12...through_phone/

I keep one as an emergency backup phone. The battery lasts FOREVER compared to today's models.

GCPDpaul · #4 (**permalink**) 08-04-2009, 05:05 PM

Well with this being my 2nd fully funded "vacation" to the wonderful Middle East, I can tell you that it is very very strict.....but only for those that are devout followers. Their are people that violate the moral laws of Islam.....however, they are usually the law makers. Kind of a Do as I say not as I do, or I'll kill you and your entire family, kind of thing. Does this make all Islamic followers bad....of course not! Just some radicals that like to take control to an all new level. Come to think of it, they are like the Verizon's of the Middle East. Exercise complete control, and any uprising, they cut you off (except over here they take that literally)

Oh wel, just my .02