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Manama : The Ministry of Information has announced that registration for traditional games competitions as part of the Heritage Village Evenings Festival, which runs until the 18th of the holy month, has opened. The ministry has set the registration period from February 28 to March 3, emphasising that prior registration is mandatory and no registrations will be accepted after this date. The competitions include three traditional games: Carrom, Cote 6, and Dominoes. Participation is open to all age groups of citizens and residents, whether amateurs or professionals. The registration fee is 3 dinars per participant, who must adhere to…

Manama : Faris Mustafa Al Kooheji, Secretary General of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, commended the launch of the inaugural Knights Sports Tournament, which will be held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, during the holy month of Ramadhan. Al Kooheji highlighted that the tournament is a valuable addition to Bahrain’s sports events, reflecting His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s dedication to supporting the sports movement, promoting fair competition, and encouraging…

Manama : Abdulrahman Al Zayani, Director of the Television Directorate at the Ministry of Information, announced the lineup of programmes and dramas scheduled for broadcast on Bahrain TV during the holy month of Ramadhan.  Al Zayani underscored the ministry’s commitment to delivering rich and creative content that reflects Bahrain’s national identity and heritage. He highlighted that, under the directives of Dr. Ramzan bin Abdullah Al Noaimi, Minister of Information, Bahrain TV aims to support and showcase young Bahraini media talents, providing them with opportunities to present their creative ideas. This initiative aims to improve TV content while showcasing Bahrain’s media…

Manama : The Bahrain Mixed Martial Arts Federation (BMMAF) will launch the HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad MMA Open Championship 2025 on Thursday, February 27, at Khalifa Sports City. The championship will feature teams from clubs, centres, and academies specialising in MMA, along with participants from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The official weigh-in for all participants will take place on Thursday, February 27, from 8:00 am to 9:00 am at Khalifa Sports City, with the competitions set to begin at 5:00 pm. Mohammed Ali Qambar, President of the BMMAF thanked His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First…

Casablanca : Morocco’s National Office of Railways (ONCF) has finalised contracts worth 29 billion dirhams ($2.9 billion) for the acquisition of 168 new trains, reinforcing the country’s push to modernise its rail network ahead of 2030. The procurement plan aims to replace ONCF’s aging fleet while accommodating rising passenger demand. It also supports major infrastructure projects, including extending the high-speed rail line from Kenitra to Marrakech and developing regional transit services such as an RER-style network in key urban hubs. ONCF awarded contracts to three firms offering the most technically and economically advantageous bids. French company Alstom secured the contract…

Santiago : The government of the Republic of Chile announced a widespread power outage that affected large parts of the country, from the mining-rich northern regions to central and southern Chile, including the capital Santiago, home to the majority of the population. Escondida, the world’s largest copper mine, was currently without electricity. Mining company Antofagasta confirmed that it was using backup power generators to keep its mines running. Chile’s National Disaster Prevention and Response Service (SENAPRED) stated that the outage extended from the northern Arica and Parinacota region to the southern Los Lagos region. No emergency situations or injuries were…

Riyadh : The Saudi Hellenic Round Table Meeting convened in Riyadh to bolster the commercial and investment partnership between Saudi Arabia and Greece, exploring investment opportunities in the construction sector within the Kingdom. The discussions addressed overcoming common challenges and developing cooperation in trade and investment, thereby strengthening economic relations between the two countries. Majid Al-Kassabi, Minister of Commerce and General Authority of Foreign Trade Chairman, and Tasos Chatzivasileiou, Greek Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Economic Diplomacy and Extroversion, co-chaired the meeting. Participants included representatives from the Ministry of Investment, the Federation of Saudi Chambers, the Public Investment Fund…

Manama :The Ministry of Works announced that the improvement works on Al Fateh Highway and Prince Saud Al Faisal Avenue necessitates the closure of one lane and two lanes in several locations in stages in both directions. The closure will be effective starting from Saturday, March 1, for 2 weeks. All road users are requested to observe and obey the traffic rules for safety of all.

Manama : Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the launch of new direct flights to London Gatwick Airport, strengthening its presence in the UK market. Starting March 30, the airline will offer three weekly flights on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, using its flagship Boeing 789 Dreamliner aircraft. The aircraft features 26 flatbed seats in business class, offering the largest business class real estate in the region. This expansion reflects the growing demand for travel between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Kingdom, providing passengers with greater choice and convenience. London Gatwick will complement…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa ratified and issued Law (7) of 2025 on the ratification of the agreement between the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China concerning the elimination of double taxation on income taxes and the prevention of tax evasion and avoidance. The law was passed by the Shura Council and the Council of Representatives. The agreement, signed in Manama on March 3, 2024, and attached to this law, is hereby ratified. The Prime Minister and ministers, each…