Media Watch (From Asian Image)

Media Watch

11:30am Thursday 10th July 2008 in News features By Asian Image reporter

Our monthly look at all the muck that is fit to rake.

'Fanatics target Big Brother Contestant'.

Big Brother bully Alexandra De-Gale targetted by Muslim fanatics' blared out the headline in the The Sunday Mirror.

It went on to say that Big Brother bosses were planning to whisk evicted Alexandra De-Gale out of Britain after she was targeted by Muslim fanatics.

Apparently she was threatened by Islamic groups over her row with housemate Mohamed Mohamed about his religion. And these threats were made on the Big Brother Internet forum! At the end of article...a Big Brother spokesperson admits, "No specific threats from Muslim groups was made to Big Brother'.

WE SAY: Those fanatics won't even leave Big Brother alone. Great dubious link though and a great way to get Muslim fanatic into the headline.

Sniffer Dogs offend Muslims.

The Daily Express reported that sniffer dogs may no longer come into contact with Muslim passengers - after complaints that it is against the suspects' religion.

It is all because in trials some Muslims had complained that sniffer dogs might break their wudu (ablution).

But later the article says that British Transport Police insisted it would still use sniffer dogs with any passengers regardless of faith, but handlers would remain aware of "cultural sensitivities".

WE SAY: So sniffer dogs will come into contact with Muslims after all...so no real change there then? And no they are not offensive we are just as scared of them as everyone else.

Puppy Advert is offensive?

And now to another great tale.

A postcard featuring a puppy sitting in a policeman's hat advertising a Scottish police force's new telephone number has sparked outrage from Muslims said the Daily Mail.

Apparently this outrage' was due to a couple of complaints.

WE SAY: Look no-one cares about the god-damn puppy...use a piglet next time if you want!