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Gulf Weekly SHINING STAR ALI

Ace student Ali Al-Saffar was judged the ‘top student’ in a prestigious global competition beating some of the most able pupils from around the world … but unfortunately he hasn’t any prizes to put on the family mantelpiece.

July 16 - 22, 2014
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Local News
Gulf Weekly Speaking through colours

Speaking through colours

A picture is worth a thousand words and the children from Sneha Centre spoke volumes with their colourful creations, writes Mai Al Khatib-Camille.

July 16 - 22, 2014
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Techtronic Specials
Gulf Weekly Turning a blind eye to Apple

Turning a blind eye to Apple

Advocates for the blind are debating whether to use a carrot or a stick to persuade one of their oldest allies, Apple, to close an emerging digital divide in mobile technology.

July 16 - 22, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More Advocates for the blind are debating whether to use a carrot or a stick to persuade one of their oldest allies, Apple, to close an emerging digital divide in mobile technology.



Business Weekly
Gulf Weekly Joining hands for SMEs

Joining hands for SMEs

The Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD), the private-sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote SME (small and medium enterprise) growth in Bahrain by providing support, Sharia compliant products and training.

July 16 - 22, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More The Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD), the private-sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote SME (small and medium enterprise) growth in Bahrain by providing support, Sharia compliant products and training.









Fashion Weekly
Gulf Weekly Bahrain’s ready to rock

Bahrain’s ready to rock

Bahrain’s newest clothing brand is aiming to strike a chord with music-lovers in the kingdom with its wide range of custom T-shirts, inspired by artists from an eclectic mix of genres.


July 16 - 22, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More Bahrain’s newest clothing brand is aiming to strike a chord with music-lovers in the kingdom with its wide range of custom T-shirts, inspired by artists from an eclectic mix of genres.




Sports News
Gulf Weekly TRIP OF A LIFETIME

TRIP OF A LIFETIME

FOOTBALL-MAD Ahmad Nasr Nasser scored the dream of a lifetime when he walked hand-in-hand onto one of the FIFA World Cup Finals arena with his soccer stars.


July 16 - 22, 2014
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Film Weekly
Gulf Weekly Delightful drama

Delightful drama

When a new literary cultural phenomenon takes the world by storm, it’s a fair bet that Hollywood will get its grubby mitts on it and follow up with a movie to cash-in.


July 16 - 22, 2014
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Motoring
Gulf Weekly An exceptional offer

An exceptional offer

Jaguar is offering big cat enthusiasts a range of special offers this Ramadan, including a trip-of-a-lifetime to London for a tour of the marque’s factory.

July 16 - 22, 2014
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Eating Out
Gulf Weekly Casual dining at its best

Casual dining at its best

HUNGRY patrons are flocking to Charcoal Grill, situated by Bab Al Bahrain, one of the island’s most popular touristic destinations, for tasty Iftar meals full of spice and impressive helpings.


July 16 - 22, 2014
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Health Weekly
Gulf Weekly Soak up the sunshine

Soak up the sunshine

Bowel cancer patients with high levels of vitamin D in their blood are more likely to survive the disease, according to research just published.


July 16 - 22, 2014
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World Cup Special
Gulf Weekly Argentinian tears as Germany triumphs

Argentinian tears as Germany triumphs

SOME of the world’s best footballers have been back in training for a week having rested their weary limbs by visiting favourite family holiday destinations such as Disneyland or the young man’s paradise of Ibiza, writes Abu George. 


July 16 - 22, 2014
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Golf News
Gulf Weekly Advantage US with Watson at the helm

Advantage US with Watson at the helm

Having local fan favourite Tom Watson as Ryder Cup skipper at Gleneagles in September will take a lot of pressure off Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and the rest of the United States team, according to vice-captain Andy North.


July 16 - 22, 2014
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Gulf Weekly More Advantage US with Watson at the helm