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Bahrain’s music scene took the international stage in two of the top regional events over the National Day weekend.

Finding the right words

After battling depression for years, Bahraini Fadhel Abbas has shared his struggle and recovery by penning his pain and healing in poetry, writes Mai Al Khatib-Camille.

Brush with art!

An art exhibition drawing attention to the suffering and abuse faced by women around the world attracted more than a hundred people in support of the message.

Joining hands to fight abuse!

Samar Bushehri, the first Bahraini female graffiti artist, aims to draw attention to the violence women face  through her vibrant street art.

A league of their own

Cricket’s revolution in the kingdom gathered pace over the weekend as the Bahrain Cricket Federation (BCF) launched its first National women’s league, writes David Axtell.

Artistic splendor

THE LARGEST Roman Catholic cathedral in the Arabian Peninsula may have had a damper put on its Christmas celebrations due to Covid-19 restrictions, but its unique art pieces and serene environment continue to attract as many as 1,000 visitors a day.