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Texas : Search teams plodded through mud-laden riverbanks and flew aircraft over the flood-stricken landscape of central Texas for a fourth day on Monday, looking for dozens of people still missing from a disaster that has claimed at least 78 lives. The bulk of the death toll from Friday’s flash floods was concentrated in the riverfront Hill Country Texas town of Kerrville, accounting for 68 of the dead, including 28 children, according to Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha. The Guadalupe River, transformed by predawn torrential downpours into a raging, killer torrent in less than hour, runs directly through Kerrville. The…

Manama : Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), President of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), the Bahrain Swimming Association will host its Golden Jubilee celebration on July 14 at Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB), marking 50 years since its establishment. The event will honour the association’s history of achievements and recognise swimmers, administrators, and former presidents who played an important role in the development of aquatic sports in the Kingdom. The celebration underscores the association’s…

Houston : Mexico defeated the United States 2-1 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Sunday to successfully defend their CONCACAF Gold Cup crown and capture their 10th title in a pulsating final that delivered drama from start to finish. The U.S. went ahead just four minutes in when Sebastian Berhalter’s free-kick found Chris Richards, whose powerful header struck the underside of the crossbar and cannoned straight down, with the referee confirming the goal was good. Mexico found the equalizer through Raul Jimenez in the 27th minute after the striker converted from close range.

Moscow, : The Committee on International Affairs of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation organised a session to discuss the outcomes of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s participation in the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, which was held from June 18-20. The session was attended by Ahmed Abdulrahman Al Saati, Ambassador of Bahrain to Russia; and Andrey Svintsov, member of the State Duma and the Parliamentary Friendship Committee with Bahrain, members of the Duma. The Committee commended Bahrain’s role as guest of honour at the forum, highlighting that the Kingdom’s participation reflects the strong ties between…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today affirmed His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s appreciation for the government’s dedicated efforts in ensuring the success of Ashura. His Royal Highness noted that the effective implementation of the necessary measures to support Ashura reflects a source of pride for all, commending the government agencies, particularly the Ministry of Interior, that worked together in coordination and collectively with other public agencies to carry out His Majesty the King’s directives. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasised that…

Manama : Bahrain extended sympathy and solidarity to the United States of America following the floods that swept through the state of Texas, resulting in the death and injury of dozens of individuals. A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its sincere condolences to the people and government of the United States, as well as to the families of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery to the ones injured and the safe return of all missing persons.

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), President of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), affirmed, on Arab Youth Day, Bahrain’s commitment to empowering young people and enhancing their role in national development. HH Shaikh Khalid noted that, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, along with the support of His Highness Shaikh Nasser…

Manama : Bahrain International Circuit, “The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East”, announced today the launch of Early Bird offers on tickets for the 2026 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, with discounts of up to 15% on Main Grandstand and Turn 1 Grandstand tickets. The Early Bird discount also applies to other grandstands, with a 10% discount on tickets for the Beyon Grandstand, University Grandstand, and Victory Grandstand. Bahrain International Circuit invites fans to take advantage of the discount and secure their attendance at the region’s biggest sporting, social, and entertainment event. For tickets, please visit the…

Paris : Parisians rushed for a dip in the Seine on Saturday as authorities opened the river to public swimming for the first time since 1923 after an extensive clean-up operation spurred on by it being used last year as a venue in the Paris Olympics. Three sites along the banks of the Seine in the city will be able to welcome over 1,000 swimmers daily until August 31, local officials said, to the delight of the Parisians and visitors who were among the first to take the plunge. The reopening of the Seine for public swimming follows efforts by…

Rome : 21 people, including eight police officers and a firefighter, were injured in an explosion at a fuel station and depot in the Prenestina area of the Italian capital, Rome.The explosion, which was followed by a fire, caused a blast that was heard in several districts of the city, while authorities have not yet announced the reasons behind the incident.The public transport authority closed the nearby “Teano” metro station as a precaution, based on police instructions.Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi confirmed that firefighting teams are currently working at the scene to control the fire and prevent it from spreading…