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The face behind the masks

March 19 - 25, 2008
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ONE HUNDRED ethnic masks from South America, Africa, Asia and Oceanic regions that represent and form part of the collection of the musŽe du quai Branly, Paris, are now on show at the Bahrain National Museum.





WE have the race, the car and airline!

March 19 - 25, 2008
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The friendly motor-racing rivalry between Bahrain and Abu Dhabi is set to intensify as the two Gulf countries battle out for F1 supremacy in the air and on the ground.





Getting to the art of the matter

March 19 - 25, 2008
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ONE of Bahrain's most celebrated artists Jamal Abdul Rahim is preparing to display his latest work at the prestigious Art Dubai exhibition and is planning a special solo show in the kingdom later this year where his latest creations will be unveiled.





Art safari in Bahrain

March 19 - 25, 2008
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THE_Culture Vultures are co-ordinating the first ever 'ArtHouse Open Studios' event in Bahrain in April.





New beginning with Terminal 5

March 19 - 25, 2008
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British Airways' new £4.3 billion home - Heathrow Airport's Terminal 5 - has been officially opened by Queen Elizabeth.





Revolutionary reformer

March 19 - 25, 2008
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TO many women across the Indian subcontinent, Dr Kiran Bedi is an icon.





The inflation battle is on

March 19 - 25, 2008
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Government officials have vowed to tackle the kingdom's inflation worries and the social impact of soaring commodity prices.





Counting the costs

March 19 - 25, 2008
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THE_cost of shopping has increased by at least 11 per cent in just eight months, according to Shilpa's Weekly Shopping List.





Feeling the pinch

March 19 - 25, 2008
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Prices of basic foods traded on international commodity markets are at record highs and concerns over cost are being voiced around the world.





Spread awareness of key issues

March 19 - 25, 2008
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There is something that I would really like to share with you this week. All those who know me realise that I prefer stating my ideas and opinions through words in the GulfWeekly rather than going out and protesting on the streets about what I believe in and stand for.





School raises term fees by 10 per cent

March 19 - 25, 2008
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St Christopher's School this week announced a 10 per cent increase in the school fees from September in a bid to attract and retain good teachers.