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Tales from the past

Bahraini storyteller Noor Hameed is reviving traditional folklore, putting a new spin on old stories, which she brings alive as Mama Amnah.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Local News

Sweet and bitter notes

Bahraini musician Najma Bu’Allai is finding solace in her tunes as she pensively reflects on her journey through motherhood with the re-release of her song Hard Enough.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Local News

Flavours of home

Bahrain-based, award-winning food enthusiast Farah Abu Maizar has launched the latest edition of her digital cookbook, ahead of Ramadan this month, with proceeds from sales set to be donated to charity.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Motoring Weekly

Enjoying every second

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso said this week that he had still not decided whether this year would be his last Formula 1 season but regardless, he planned to enjoy every second of it.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Motoring Weekly

On the road to success!

Oscar Piastri is on a similar career trajectory to Formula One world champion teammate Lando Norris and should have a shot at the title this season, McLaren boss Zak Brown said ahead of this weekend’s preseason testing in Bahrain.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Leisure Scene

Jazz it up with Dilmun

Dilmun Club Bahrain is hosting a special Jazz Valentine’s Day event tomorrow from 8pm onwards.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Leisure Scene

Sheraton’s romantic creations

Step into Sheraton Hotel Bahrain, where a romantic ambience meets chef-crafted favourites and premium dining experiences designed to impress.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Leisure Scene

Candlelit evenings for your Valentine

The Amriya Group, operator of a distinguished portfolio of restaurants, has curated a series of romantic Valentine’s Day experiences designed to create truly unforgettable moments.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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VIDEOS

With love, from Japan

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Pulse of Pop

A hidden world

Magic realism novel The Astral Library by Kate Quinn is set to hit the shelves on February 17.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Pulse of Pop

California heist

Thriller film Crime 101 starring Chris Hemsworth is out now in theatres.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Pulse of Pop

Musical love letter

British music composer and producer Daniel L Harle is dropping his new album Cerulean tomorrow.

February 12 - February 18, 2026

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Tales from the past

Bahraini storyteller Noor Hameed is reviving traditional folklore, putting a new spin on old stories, which she brings alive as Mama Amnah.

Sweet and bitter notes

Bahraini musician Najma Bu’Allai is finding solace in her tunes as she pensively reflects on her journey through motherhood with the re-release of her song Hard Enough.

Flavours of home

Bahrain-based, award-winning food enthusiast Farah Abu Maizar has launched the latest edition of her digital cookbook, ahead of Ramadan this month, with proceeds from sales set to be donated to charity.

Enjoying every second

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso said this week that he had still not decided whether this year would be his last Formula 1 season but regardless, he planned to enjoy every second of it.

On the road to success!

Oscar Piastri is on a similar career trajectory to Formula One world champion teammate Lando Norris and should have a shot at the title this season, McLaren boss Zak Brown said ahead of this weekend’s preseason testing in Bahrain.

Jazz it up with Dilmun

Dilmun Club Bahrain is hosting a special Jazz Valentine’s Day event tomorrow from 8pm onwards.

Sheraton’s romantic creations

Step into Sheraton Hotel Bahrain, where a romantic ambience meets chef-crafted favourites and premium dining experiences designed to impress.

Candlelit evenings for your Valentine

The Amriya Group, operator of a distinguished portfolio of restaurants, has curated a series of romantic Valentine’s Day experiences designed to create truly unforgettable moments.

With love, from Japan

A hidden world

Magic realism novel The Astral Library by Kate Quinn is set to hit the shelves on February 17.

California heist

Thriller film Crime 101 starring Chris Hemsworth is out now in theatres.

Musical love letter

British music composer and producer Daniel L Harle is dropping his new album Cerulean tomorrow.