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Manama : Following the approval of the service proposed in the Government Innovation Competition (Fikra), launched by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the National Ambulance Centre launched the first responder ambulance motorcycle service. This service is part of developing mechanisms to enhance effectiveness and swift response for emergencies, especially in areas with traffic jams and narrow roads in all governorates. The procedures to reach the accident site consist of two main phases. The first stage involves deploying first responder units via ambulance motorcycles through the National Ambulance Operations Room when…

Beijing : The China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA) announced the official launch of China’s first commercial reactor device for the online irradiation production of isotopes at the Qinshan Nuclear Power Base, operated by China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC). The first batch of Lutetium-177 (Lu-177) medical isotopes produced from the reactor had been extracted. The device can produce short lived medical isotopes, including Lutetium-177 (Lu-177), Strontium-89 (Sr-89), and Yttrium-90 (Y-90), on a large scale, continuously and stably without requiring a reactor shutdown. Lu-177 plays a prominent role as a distinctive medical isotope in the precise diagnosis and treatment of cancer. It…

Manana : 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), witnessed the signing of an agreement between the BOC and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) to host the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, scheduled for the last quarter of 2025. The agreement was signed by Faris Mustafa Al Kooheji, Secretary General of BOC and Dr. Thani bin Abdulrahman Al Kuwari, Vice President of the OCA for West Asia. The signing ceremony…

Manama : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, visited the “Muharraq Nights” festival, in its third edition. The minister was accompanied by Dr. Ramzan bin Abdullah Al Noaimi, Minister of Information; Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA); and Shaikh Fahad bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Director General of Policies and Coordination at the Prime Minister’s Office. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa highlighted the successful collaboration between government bodies and the private sector in organising the festival, describing it as a prime example of collective efforts to…

Abu Dhab : His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates, and Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye, discussed enhancing cooperation between the UAE and Türkiye in various fields in reflection of the strategic relations that unite the two countries. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed developments in the Middle East, stressing the need to intensify efforts to prevent the expansion of regional conflict, which threatens security and stability, and pursue a clear path to peace that ensures stability and security for all. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed…

Manama : Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, Minister of Information, paid tribute to the late Dr. Mohammed Jaber Al Ansari, Advisor to His Majesty the King for Cultural and Scientific Affairs. He commended Dr. Al Ansari’s distinguished contributions to knowledge and research, marked by scientific objectivity and a refined critical approach, establishing him as a literary and cultural pioneer locally and regionally. The minister described Dr. Al Ansari, who passed away today, as one of Bahrain’s prominent cultural figures and a trailblazer in the humanities and social sciences, recognised across Bahrain, the Arab world, and globally for his intellectual and…

Manama : Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, highlighted the role of Muharraq Nights festival in showcasing Bahrain’s cultural identity. She noted that this year’s edition featured the opening of all houses along the UNESCO-listed Pearling Path, positioning it as a key cultural tourism destination in line with the 2022–2026 Tourism Strategy. During a tour of the festival, the minister emphasised its unique blend of authenticity and innovation, commending the strong turnout from citizens, residents, and visitors. She commended the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) for its efforts in organising the festival, noting that the cooperation…

Manama : The Royal Court has announced the passing of Dr. Mohammed Jaber Al Ansari. A statement issued by the Royal Court included a prayer that Allah the Almighty would rest the soul of the deceased in eternal peace, and bless his relatives with patience and fortitude.

Manama : ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, hosts an exciting weekend of back-to-back experiences that will be thrilling race fans during this festive season. BIC first hosts on Friday (Editor’s note: 27 December) an Open Track Day and then on Saturday (Editor’s note: 28 December) stages Track Experiences featuring three ultra-quick cars. These two fan favourites are amongst the most popular activities on offer at the circuit and they can be fantastic gifts for family members or friends in celebration of Christmas or New Year’s. All interested in being a part of these offerings can book their…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa chaired today a meeting on the latest developments of the Bahrain Mangroves initiative, at Riffa Palace. HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to preserving and enhancing environmental security and combating climate change by implementing various programmes and initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality, in line with the National Action Plan. The carbon neutrality initiative was announced by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and supported by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The meeting discussed…