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Bahrain's allure for Saudis extends beyond alcohol

Jul. 21, 2009
This tiny Gulf island nation is sick of its reputation as a seedy off-shore Las Vegas and a hotspot of sin for Saudis, so it's starting to rein in the booze. Already it's flooded with Saudis looking for tamer fare they can't get at home in their...
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Russian Maria Sharapova signs autographs after winning her French Open womens first round match against Romanian Alexandra Cadantu at Roland Garros in Paris on May 29, 2012. Sharapova defeated Cadantu 6-0, 6-0 to advance to the next round. UPI/David Silpa