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Painter Perry El-Ashmawi transforms a plain surfboard into a captivating work of art ... all in hopes of inspiring a wave of change.

Cracking the code

Cruciverbalist and crossword maker Sowmya Ramkumar has launched a global grid contest to encourage the hobby and keep puzzle lovers entertained throughout the sunny season.

A taste of Thailand

Delicious Thai cuisine and food products are set to be showcased during the ‘Amazing Taste of Thailand’ festival organised by the Thai Embassy at Al Jazira Supermarkets across the kingdom, writes Naman Arora.

Equip to excel!

Students heading back to school in the coming weeks can enjoy a wide selection of products at one of Bahrain’s most-loved and trusted stationery shops, writes Naman Arora.

Time for kick-off

The Bahrain Amateur Football League, formed to promote competitive play across the kingdom and offer a platform for soccer fanatics to enjoy, is set to kick off its second season next month.

Shelf life

Book bounty-hunter Mirium Alzeera is sparking a love for reading with Booksnessi, a book-lending community centred on one of today’s popular reading spots – the coffee shop.