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Manama : The Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), in collaboration with the United Kingdom’s Department for Business, Innovation, Science, and Trade (BIST), is set to host a delegation from the United Kingdom (UK) led by H.E. Gemma Stevenson, His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for the Middle East and Pakistan at the UK’s Department for Business, Science, Innovation and Trade (BIST), at Fintech Forward 2026 (FF26), marking her first visit to the region and the second consecutive year of the UK delegation’s participation at the forum. Taking place between 6-8 October, the visit builds on the longstanding bilateral ties between the…

Red Bull Racing’s four-time world champion edges out Mercedes rival Kimi Antonelli in late battle Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton battles from the back of the field to claim final podium step Mulder wins ahead of Nguyen in weekend’s second race of Formuly Trophy Malaysia Martin Garrix headlines post-race celebrations with fantastic concert BIC, Sakhir – Max Verstappen powered to victory from pole today in a hugely exciting Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026 at Sepang International Circuit (SIC). The Red Bull Racing star triumphed for the first time this F1 season following a rain-delayed start and after plenty…

Sold out race weekend and the largest crowd ever in the history of the Sepang Circuit. 261,000 weekend attendance 103,000 race day attendance Statements from Formula 1, the FIA, Bahrain International Circuit and Sepang International Circuit, following the conclusion of the historic Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia: Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1, said: “We’ve experienced an incredible Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, and I want to recognise the unwavering passion and commitment that His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa has for his race and for Formula 1. It is thanks…

Kuala Lumpur : Marco Manson triumphed in race one of Manson edges pole-sitter Mulderseason-opening round, held in support of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026. The Pinnacle Motorsport ace took the chequered flag after 11 laps in a time of 29:19.010, beating pole-sitter Juste Mulder of Evans GP by 1.130s. Mulder’s teammate Hoai Nam Anh Nguyen completed the podium 2.179s adrift. FTM returns for the weekend’s second race on Sunday, scheduled for 11.45am local time.

Manama : The Indian Ladies Association (ILA) hosted its much-awaited “Platinum Dandiya Beats 2026” on Thursday, 1 October, at the Crowne Plaza Convention Centre, Bahrain. The vibrant evening brought together large crowds in a spectacular celebration of Indian culture, music and community spirit. The event was honored by the presence of H.E. Mr. Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development, as the Chief Guest, along with other distinguished dignitaries and Ambassadors. The program commenced with the traditional beats of the Dhol, creating an energetic atmosphere as His Excellency toured the colorful rangoli displays and various stalls. He also…

Paris : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, attended the 105th Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, held at the Paris Longchamp racecourse in Paris, which featured some of the world’s finest horses and jockeys and attracted a large crowd and significant media coverage. Also in attendance were, His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club High Committee, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, and Shaikh Duaij bin…

Manama : The Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) won the 2026 Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Housing Award in the non profit organisations category for its initiatives and projects supporting families’ housing needs. The award recognised the RHF’s contributions exceeding BHD 1 million to supporting families, improving their housing and living conditions, and enhancing their stability and quality of life. The RHF represented the Kingdom of Bahrain at the award ceremony, held as part of the Fourth Gulf Housing Week. The ceremony was attended by Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC; Amna bint Ahmed Al Rumaihi, Minister of Housing and…

Muscat :  Oman’s Etlaq Spaceport in Duqm successfully conducted a test launch of the Azad Dreamer rocket as part of the Karman X1 mission. The 4.3-metre-long rocket, weighing 26 kilogrammes, followed a stable ascent while transmitting flight data to the spaceport’s control centre. The rocket reached its targeted altitude within the test range.  The mission was not intended to reach space, but instead focused on testing launch procedures, in-flight performance and associated technologies and systems. Karman X1 marks the second successful launch from Etlaq Spaceport, following the successful Duqm-1 launch in December 2024. The mission forms part of the Takween…

New York : The United Nations allocated $160 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to support life saving assistance in 12 severely underfunded humanitarian crises. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said the allocation forms part of broader efforts to reach 87 million people facing the most severe humanitarian needs this year. The funding includes $10 million to address the urgent needs of people with disabilities across the 12 crises and make humanitarian assistance more accessible and inclusive. CERF, managed by OCHA, has allocated a total of $483 million since the beginning of…

Abu Dhabi : Investigations into the incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed that the co-pilot attempted to carry out a terrorist act, according to Counsellor Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, Attorney General of the United Arab Emirates. Al Shamsi said the co-pilot began executing his plan during the flight by attacking the captain inside the flight deck with a crash axe and attempting to take control of the aircraft. He said investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances and motives behind the incident and determine any related links. Technical examinations and analysis of physical and digital evidence are also…