MAYHEM has erupted in Bahrain over a series of handbooks to help youngsters fine-tune their computer gaming skills playing Minecraft, an internet block-building challenge which has become a global phenomenon, writes Stan Szecowka.
The Environment Friends Society of Bahrain is hosting a four-day workshop from tomorrow to Sunday at the Fisherman’s Society, Muharraq.We have a special guest – Dr Jeffrey Miller, a marine turtle expert from the United States – who will conduct the workshop alongside Dr Khawla Al Muhannadi, president of the Environment Friends Society, leader of the Bahrain Turtle Rescue Team and National Campaign for Sea Turtle Conservation.We are trying to raise awareness among all levels of society regarding conservation of Bahrain’s marine environment.Anybody interested in attending should contact bhturtle@live.com or gayebentham@hotmail.comGaye Bentham,Hidd.
Lulu Hypermarket’s annual Mango Mania promotion was inaugurated by Khalid Abdulrahman Khalil Almoayed, chairman of Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, at a special ceremony at its Riffa outlet.
THE delicate sound of a piano and sweet smell of roses filled the air during the recent opening of the Sacoor Brothers store in Bahrain City Centre in order to welcome shoppers to this premier Portuguese brand.
A contemporary-style three bedroom villa located in the quiet residential area of Tubli is available to rent.It boasts modern finishings and state-of-the-art appliances and is situated near a bakery, a couple of supermarkets and lies only a few minutes from the busy and popular commercial Jid Ali Street. Anything and everything a resident needs from fine food to a reasonably-priced garage can be found in the immediate vicinity.The elegantly-designed semi-detached villa features a combination of tile, porcelain marble flooring and parquet throughout. There is a flow throughout its design with many open spaces and it also portrays a relaxing feel.The ground floor consists of a spacious living and dining room, a grand kitchen along with a storage room and guest closet. The kitchen offers plenty of storage space with the latest in stylish cabinets and gadgets as well as a breakfast bar. There is room in the kitchen to fit in a dining table too. Sliding doors from the kitchen lead to the back of the property which features a private pool. There is space for a gazebo and patio furniture for BBQ entertaining.Between floors is a large terrace overlooking Tubli which could be utilised as a lounge area.The first floor consists of a kitchenette, a family room and three bedrooms. All rooms include built-in wardrobes and ensuite bathrooms. The bathrooms are stylishly designed with large tubs and one even features a rain shower. One of the bedrooms has a large wrap-around balcony overlooking the pool. The maid’s quarters are on the second floor alongside a laundry room housing a washer and dryer.In terms of parking there are two garages – one large enough to fit four vehicles.The gated villa also features split air-conditioning, a gas alarm system in the kitchen and a home-security system.At the moment the villa is semi-furnished but the owner could also provide it fully furnished if needed with the tenants choosing their own furnishings from a specific location.
Dominant Mercedes are ready to read the riot act, even as they celebrate a perfect season so far, if their fractious drivers overstep the mark in an increasingly intense fight for the Formula One title.
I’M willing to go on record saying I’m a fan of Jaguar and I can even remember the moment it happened too, the second I saw a 1963 E-Type cruising around in Camden, North London.
BUSINESS lunches have been given the five-star treatment at The Sheraton Hotel Bahrain’s popular Golestan Iranian restaurant, writes Mai Al Khatib-Camille.
The kingdom’s 2014 Microsoft Imagine Cup champions are set to share their innovative prototypes in the Pan Arab Finals in neighbouring Qatar’s capital Doha on Sunday, challenging more of the region’s brilliant young minds, writes Mai Al Khatib Camille.
People may think sheesha is a safe alternative to cigarettes, but a new study shows users are still exposed to cancer-causing compounds, giving health campaigners in Bahrain more ammunition in their battle against easing restrictions on its use.
Former Brazil great Zico has joined the chorus of people criticising the organisers of this summer’s World Cup in Brazil, lamenting a missed opportunity to showcase the country amid massive protests against the cost of the event.
