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As we say goodbye to the April showers (or rather, deluges!) and the sun-kissed days of May unfold, Bahrain This Month extends a warm welcome to our readers. In this edition, we celebrate the wonderful relationship between the United Kingdom and Bahrain stretching back more than 200 years. To mark this special occasion, we are proud to present a dedicated UK in Bahrain supplement, offering an exclusive glimpse into the enduring bond between the two Kingdoms. Within its pages, you’ll find a plethora of engaging interviews. Our resident Brit Kristian Harrison sat down with British Ambassador to Bahrain Alastair Long to chat about his first nine months in the diplomatic post. Furthermore, there’s insights from former Ambassador and current Economic Development Board advisor, Iain Lindsay, and longtime resident Steve Blight, whose experiences offer a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of our nations. Additionally, find out more about the transition of the Bahrain British Business Forum to the British Chamber of Commerce Bahrain from its Chairman and Vice Chair, Khalid Rashid Al Zayani and Paula Boast. Of course, we discovered the thriving ecosystem of British schools in the kingdom and uncovered the educational excellence that defines their institutions. Beyond our UK in Bahrain supplement, our May edition is replete with our signature features, offering something for every reader to enjoy. From shining a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of Khalid Al Qoud and Shaikh Ebrahim bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, two visionaries whose entrepreneurial spirit has left an indelible mark on Bahrain's business landscape, to long-distance runner Ahmed Al Mutawa who recently completed a marathon from Diyar Al Muharraq to Durrat Al Bahrain, we run the gamut of our island’s fascinating figures. Speaking of running, our fitness buff Edwin D'Souza offers inspiration for fitness enthusiasts looking to get beach-ready for the summer. It also does wonders for our mental health, and as May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Behaviour Analyst Fifi Kiwan helps us understand the link between brain health and mental wellbeing in her latest column. Our motoring section brings you the latest insights and reviews to fuel your passion for automotive excellence, whilst as always we’re on the button with the vibrant happenings and events that are taking place across the island this month. Embark on a culinary journey with our showcase of the delectable offerings of Bahrain's finest restaurants and check out our review of the Mövenpick Thursday Night Brunch, where culinary delights await discerning palates. Woman This Month continues to bring you the latest trends in fashion and beauty, and features a particularly enlightening read with Hanan Marhoon, who told Editorial Director Farah Baig all about her new book club, Chapters by Hanan, which aims to educate young readers and ensure the Kingdom’s future remains bright. Be sure to keep an eye out for Woman This Month’s special edition in June! Of course, Bahrain This Month is more than just a magazine! We invite you to connect with us on social media and join our community of readers as we celebrate the rich tapestry of life in Bahrain. Whether it’s on our website bahrainthismonth.com or our Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram @bahrainthismonth, thank you for allowing us to be Your Guide To A Great Way of Life! THE TEAM 2024 Printing Press: Union Press, Bahrain Published monthly by: Red House Marketing P.O. Box 20461, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Tel: (+973) 17 813-777 Email: [email protected] www.bahrainthismonth.com Publisher and Chairman George F. Middleton Editorial Director Farah Baig Deputy Editor Kristian Harrison Contributors Pria Masson, Fifi Kiwan, Ouiam El Hassani WTM Brand Ambassador Esky Dubois Print Production Manager Sabu Sebastian Art Director Hatem Monem Webmaster Nishad Eapen Production Manager Muna Yousef Staff Photographer Subeesh Kumar N S Administration and Finance Samson Vaz, Marlyn Ragasa Distribution Team CM Abdul Rahman, Gopal Arul Kumar Distributor Al Hilal Group (Hilal Direct Services) Media Sales Team Media Sales Director Anuradha Manhas [email protected] Digital Content Marketing Manager Amina Syed [email protected] Media Executive Edwin D'Souza Digital & Content Marketing Team Digital Strategy Director Lini Reghunath Director of Film Danny Sokov Social Media Managers Shilu Babu, Rohit Reghunath
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