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Speedsters and off-roading rebels are being offered the rides of their lives at Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) as the home of motorsport gets into top gear before the Formula One bandwagon rolls into town.

Head boy flies in to share school memories

One of the original pupils of St Christopher’s will be flying into Bahrain to make a guest appearance at the school’s 50th anniversary golden ball on Friday.

Competition for Entrepreneurs

As part of its efforts to foster and develop entrepreneurship, Tamkeen has launched a pioneering initiative which will enable Bahrain’s budding businessmen and women to showcase their creative ideas in a nationwide contest.

Behind-the-scenes journey for Harry Potter fans from Gulf

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter is set to enchant visiting fans from the Gulf region when it opens to the public on March 31.

Savour the style

A NEW monthly event entitled a ‘Taste of Fashion’ is offering women the opportunity to mingle with retailers of leading luxury brands in an intimate café culture atmosphere.

Keeping it in the family

WOW, what a fantastic day Friday turned out to be at the Twin Palms Riding Centre’s Fun Show Jumping event, writes Helen Blake.

Shopping tips

 Paying with a mobile phone is gradually become a reality for consumers, with banks, telecommunications operators and internet players all jumping in to offer payment options.

Dancing With the Stars avoids conflict with new cast

Television ballroom contest Dancing With the Stars took a step back from controversy with its new cast unveiled, including tennis champ Martina Navratilova, several TV actors, an opera singer and Gladys Knight without her ‘Pips’.