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Cover Story
Gulf Weekly STORE WARS

AS rivals open an array of convenience stores one retailer has gone for the big shop in what is one of the most popular expat community residential areas on the island.Residents will no longer need to head out of their compounds and drive towards Manama for the ‘hyper’ experience as a mighty Macro Mart has made itself home in Saar.

Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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Local News
Gulf Weekly Majestic snap

Majestic snap

HAPPY snapper Hisham A Razzaq walked off with a cash prize and a framed copy of his stunning photograph which captured the majestic giant equipment used at one of Bahrain’s biggest industrial operations, writes Stan Szecowka.

Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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Film Review
Gulf Weekly Captain fantastic

Captain fantastic

With the American-Bahraini Friendship Week being celebrated, I decided to keep in the spirit and watch Captain America 2.I would usually jump at the opportunity to watch a superhero action flick, or well, any Marvel movie … but when it comes to Captain America, I would rather pull my hair out.

Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More With the American-Bahraini Friendship Week being celebrated, I decided to keep in the spirit and watch Captain America 2.I would usually jump at the opportunity to watch a superhero action flick, or well, any Marvel movie … but when it comes to Captain America, I would rather pull my hair out.



Golf News
Gulf Weekly Open set to thrill

Open set to thrill

Keen young golfers from around the region are invited to sign up for the 2014 Bahrain Junior Open, which will take place at the Royal Golf Club on May 9 and 10. The competition will be split into under-21, under-16 and under-12 age categories with the older sections playing 36 holes across two days on the Montgomerie championship course and the under-12s playing 18 holes across two days on the Wee Monty par 3 course.

Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More Keen young golfers from around the region are invited to sign up for the 2014 Bahrain Junior Open, which will take place at the Royal Golf Club on May 9 and 10. The competition will be split into under-21, under-16 and under-12 age categories with the older sections playing 36 holes across two days on the Montgomerie championship course and the under-12s playing 18 holes across two days on the Wee Monty par 3 course.









Fashion Weekly
Gulf Weekly Sunshine in style

Sunshine in style

Spain is known for its sunshine, beaches and music, which are all reflected in Pull and Bear’s spring and summer collection. This Spanish brand brings out the casual, laidback look and targets devotees of urban and trendy attire.


Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More Spain is known for its sunshine, beaches and music, which are all reflected in Pull and Bear’s spring and summer collection. This Spanish brand brings out the casual, laidback look and targets devotees of urban and trendy attire.




Property
Gulf Weekly Fully-furnished home

Fully-furnished home

A fully-furnished apartment is available to rent in a modern building situated in Saar.Saar Breeze 1 is located in a quiet residential area behind St Christopher’s Junior School and nearby Nakheel Centre which includes a range of eateries, a supermarket and cafes.


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Shopping
Gulf Weekly A tasty reminder

A tasty reminder

Kempinski may be about to lose its home in Bahrain but the major hotel group has enjoyed a memorable taste of the kingdom in more ways than one as it sets its sights on opening up a new property in the kingdom.


Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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SPORT
Gulf Weekly United we stand!

United we stand!

Manchester United may have fallen from the dizzy heights of champions this season, but for one dedicated fan nothing can take him down from his VIVA high.Since manager Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement many die-hard supporters have been seeing red and fearing the club’s golden era is over.


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Motoring Weekly
Gulf Weekly Smooth operator

Smooth operator

For the uninitiated, Lexus is the luxury arm of Toyota and while they share the same parent company, they are very different brands … make no mistake about it.Yes, they share similar DNA but, as with siblings, these marques have their own distinct personalities.

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Eating Out
Gulf Weekly Bright start with bagel

Bright start with bagel

Nothing beats a hot brew and a tasty treat to start your day and with Esquires coffee houses you can guarantee the morning will start off on the right note, writes Mai Al Khatib-Camille.Not only do they serve Fair Trade and organic blends, but the popular meeting place always has a range of scrumptious bagels, croissants, muffins and sandwiches on hand, fluffy and fresh for the taking.


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Health Weekly
Gulf Weekly Diabetes diet study

Diabetes diet study

IN a trial that followed participants for more than eight years, those following a Mediterranean diet went significantly longer before needing diabetes medication and more of them had their diabetes go into remission, compared to those on a low-fat diet.People diagnosed with diabetes should aim to have a healthy diet and a Mediterranean diet is a good, healthy option, said lead study author Katherine Esposito.


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Leisure Guide
Gulf Weekly Event listing

Event listing

The Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa, Sea and Spa is staging a ‘Songkran At Sofitel’ to celebrate Thailand’s New Year. It will feature a presentation of Thai culture, heritage and cuisine every day until May 3, from 7pm-10pm.


Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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Letters
Gulf Weekly Write To Editor

Write To Editor

After an exciting and memorable five years with the Moevenpick Hotel Bahrain I am bidding farewell next week to pursue other career opportunities.  As I move on, I would like to take a moment to remember and cherish the good times I have had while working in Bahrain. It has been a great experience working for the company. Even though I will miss Bahrain, I am looking forward to the new challenge and to start a new phase of my career.This is not a goodbye, only a brief parting as I am sure we will cross paths again in the future. I will be working with the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Zürich, Switzerland. Thank you for all the support.Heinz Krähenbühl.


Apr 23 - 29, 2014
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