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Switching on to a greener future!

July 15 - 21, 2009
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BARHAIN'S green credentials can be put to the test in Sanad where environmentally-friendly street lights have been switched on for action.





Rewarding a literary talent

July 15 - 21, 2009
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A short story based on real life experiences has won Sudhi Puthenvelikara a prestigious literary award.





Combined Task Force makes narcotics seizure on the 'Hash Highway'

July 15 - 21, 2009
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Coalition forces, operating as part of the Bahrain-based Combined Task Force (CTF) 150, have seized approximately 10 tons of narcotics with an estimated value of $70 million.





Pottermania weaves its magic again

July 15 - 21, 2009
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CINEMA chiefs in the kingdom are all set for an onslaught of Pottermania as they ready themselves for a rush of fans when the latest instalment opens tonight.





ladies night craze sweeps across the Gulf

July 15 - 21, 2009
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WOMEN from across the Gulf are flocking to a Bahrain water park attraction for the chance to throw off their abayas for a night of fun, thrills and freedom.





JJ's reopens with a smile

July 15 - 21, 2009
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ISLAND institution JJ's Irish bar and restaurant made a triumphant come-back this week, three months after being closed in the government crack-down on one and two star hotel venues.





Young talent shines bright

July 15 - 21, 2009
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The kingdom's talented youngsters took to the stage over four days to impress judges and shoppers with their artistic and musical skills during the Batelco Talent Show held at the Seef Mall extension.





A taste of Kerala for expats

July 15 - 21, 2009
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KERALITE expats got a real taste of home at the weekend when the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam put on its Keralotsavam 2009 complete with ceremonial drummers, traditional dishes and even elephants.