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Pearl of a show by leading sculptors

November 19 - 25, 2008
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Muharraq's status as the cultural centre of the kingdom has got reinforced with the former capital hosting its very first international sculpture symposium featuring 10 artists from Bahrain, Greece, Egypt, Italy, Syria and Turkey.





Young must refrain from drinking

November 19 - 25, 2008
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Last week I touched upon the taboo topic of under-aged sex and sex education.





I simply want to feel and look fit!

November 19 - 25, 2008
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I AM so happy, I cannot tell you. After two years of piling on the pounds and sporting one of the biggest bellies in Bahrain - 45 inches - one-inch off that measurement may not be a miracle but it's a healthy start.





Amwaj launches latest 'five-star facility' marina

November 19 - 25, 2008
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Amwaj Islands has launched Amwaj Marina, its latest multi-million dinar development. Amwaj Marina will be the waterway access to Amwaj Islands and the kingdom's newest marina.





'RJ Khoj' a no-show

November 19 - 25, 2008
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THE disappointed winner of a high-profile talent search who was hoping to become a star on the airwaves says her bid has been thwarted by the station which hosted the contest.





Insurance staff do their bit

November 19 - 25, 2008
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BIG-HEARTED members of staff working for insurance group RSA in Bahrain are taking part in the company's first-ever Volunteer Week in the Middle East. Hundreds of employees from across the region will be dedicating their time to supporting local charity organisations through a range of different activities.





Exploring Muharraq's charm

November 19 - 25, 2008
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The 'Culture Vultures' are back in action. Dedicated to present affordable and accessible cultural events in an engaging and enlightening manner, the group started the season with a visit to Muharraq.





Work begins on Bahrain's huge jewellery expo

November 19 - 25, 2008
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A massive structure is being erected at Bahrain International Exhibition Centre to help stage the much-awaited Jewellery Arabia 2008.





Delight for school’s F1 fans

November 19 - 25, 2008
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CHILDREN, parents and staff of St Christopher’s School will still be able to attend the big F1 race in Bahrain next year … despite the sport’s worldwide body changing the provisional date for the event.





A gem of a competition

November 19 - 25, 2008
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CHOCOLATE-LOVING GulfWeekly readers able to conjure up a delicious cake or dessert could walk away with a pair of white gold or sparkling diamond drop ear-rings in a competition.