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Olympians in the making

August 13 - 19, 2008
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ONE Bahrain resident is already thinking ahead, preparing her young gymnasts for the 2012 Olympics with the support from Zain Bahrain's Dream team.





Kicking the plastic ... one bag at a time

August 13 - 19, 2008
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Recent months have seen a rise in the number of column inches devoted to environmental issues in the local media.





Bahrain Polytechnic sets high standards

August 13 - 19, 2008
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Bahrain's new polytechnic has been launched and will start its academic year 2008/2009 from September 14 with 250 students.





University laying solid foundation

August 13 - 19, 2008
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The University College of Bahrain (UCB) is set to begin its seventh year.





Abaya with touch of glamour

August 13 - 19, 2008
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Autumn trends are already appearing on the pages of glossy magazines, but for some fashionistas an important question remains unanswered. What will be autumn's key hijab look?





Segregation in schools may lead to isolation among teens

August 13 - 19, 2008
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My friend recently introduced me to a very interesting and controversial novel titled Girls of Riyadh which is the English version of Banat El-Riyadh by Rajaa Al Sanea.





Mall launches a 'cruising' promotion

August 13 - 19, 2008
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Bahrain's Sitra Mall is providing its customers with a chance to beat the heat and cruise through it in a brand new Chevrolet Optra that is up for grabs via the 'Summer Cruising' promotion.





The ugly side of English football

August 13 - 19, 2008
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Novelist David Williams has a hit paperback novel on his hands which highlights English football fans abroad whose antics are being conducted by a secret group of activists based in the Gulf.





Helping hand for 'lonely' hubbies

August 13 - 19, 2008
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THE summer months are the time when families traditionally head back to Blighty leaving many's a dad home alone and, potentially, very hungry.





Seafood treats on the platter

August 13 - 19, 2008
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TO help take the heat out of August, Novotel has launched a cool seafood dining experience.