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Gulf Weekly Edelweiss angst

Auditions for children to take part in one of the highlights of the Bahrain Summer Festival were held in Dubai last weekend much to the amazement of local drama teachers who believe there is more than enough talent in the kingdom to shine in The Sound of Music.

June 6 - 12, 2012
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Local News
Gulf Weekly Modern Bahrain in the picture

Modern Bahrain in the picture

A STUNNING collection of images of Bahrain is featured in a unique triple-sized book published by acclaimed British photographer Andrew Weaver.

June 6 - 12, 2012
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Techtronic Specials
Gulf Weekly Latest i-dea

Latest i-dea

Consumer electronics giant Apple is believed to have begun test production on a revolutionary TV that could be unveiled before Christmas.

June 6 - 12, 2012
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Gulf Weekly More Consumer electronics giant Apple is believed to have begun test production on a revolutionary TV that could be unveiled before Christmas.



TV Weekly
Gulf Weekly New talk shows to compete for viewers in September

New talk shows to compete for viewers in September

Two is company and three’s a crowd on any TV show schedule but September will see the launch of four new daytime talk shows – all on the same day – forcing producers to start early with innovative ways of finding and engaging audiences. 

June 6 - 12, 2012
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Gulf Weekly More Two is company and three’s a crowd on any TV show schedule but September will see the launch of four new daytime talk shows – all on the same day – forcing producers to start early with innovative ways of finding and engaging audiences. 









Fashion Weekly
Gulf Weekly Excess, fantasy and decoration

Excess, fantasy and decoration

FASHION store H&M has collaborated with style icon and legendary fashion director Anna Dello Russo to create a special collection of accessories.


June 6 - 12, 2012
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Gulf Weekly More FASHION store H&M has collaborated with style icon and legendary fashion director Anna Dello Russo to create a special collection of accessories.




Sports News
Gulf Weekly Gymnasts jump for joy

Gymnasts jump for joy

For the third year in a row the CHAOSS Gymnastics team has returned from Dubai with their suitcases significantly heavier than on the outward flight.  


June 6 - 12, 2012
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Golf News
Gulf Weekly Blowin’ in the wind

Blowin’ in the wind

Golfers who have played in Bahrain for any length of time will be very aware that playing in high winds is commonplace.


June 6 - 12, 2012
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Motoring
Gulf Weekly Refined and classy

Refined and classy

It’s rare to find a luxury car for a wallet-friendly price but the Kia Cadenza manages to deliver just that.

June 6 - 12, 2012
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Eating Out
Gulf Weekly Heaven for the hungry

Heaven for the hungry

A new Al Qahawah Coffee Shop has opened up in a hotel undergoing BD1.5 million worth of renovations in the heart of Manama … and there’s so much more to it than name alone.


June 6 - 12, 2012
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Film Weekly
Gulf Weekly Expect nothing!

Expect nothing!

When I first watched the trailer for this movie, I thought the film would join the ranks of successful comedy ensembles such as Bridesmaids, Horrible Bosses and more relevantly Knocked Up. But Kirk Jones tackles one of life’s most joyful and agonising experiences … pregnancy … and directs a stillborn. 


June 6 - 12, 2012
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Gulf Weekly More Expect nothing!



Property Weekly
Gulf Weekly Rustic abode with charm

Rustic abode with charm

Star Real Estate has a two-storey stand-alone villa available for rent in Galali area, a suburban community located north of Muharraq across from Amwaj Islands.


June 6 - 12, 2012
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Too Hot To Trot
Gulf Weekly Equine action heats up as the sun sets

Equine action heats up as the sun sets

Sahara Riding Centre held another show jumping event on Friday, writes Helen Blake. 


June 6 - 12, 2012
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