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Manama : The seventh edition of the Arab Horse Organisation (AHO) Local Production “Arabian Horse Beauty” Championship commenced yesterday at the Military Sports Union Arena in Al Raffa. The event is organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF) in cooperation with the AHO. Abdullah Al Mudahka, Chairman of the Organising Committee, commended the efforts of His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of BREEF, in implementing strategies that preserve Bahrain’s equestrian heritage. He highlighted the importance of such events in supporting local breeders and stables, contributing to the sustainable growth of Arabian horse production. Al…

Manama : The Bahrain National Theatre hosted the “Laylat Fan Al-Sout” (The Art of Sound Night) concert on Thursday evening, attended by Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), alongside diplomats, officials, and a large audience of traditional music enthusiasts. The event reflects BACA’s commitment to preserving and promoting the art of sound, a key component of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s intangible cultural heritage. The performance featured renowned Bahraini artist Ahmed Al Jumairi, along with Mohammed Al Tamimi and Abdulrahman Awadh, accompanied by the Bahrain Music Band under the…

Manama : Amna bint Ahmed Al Romaihi, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Eskan Bank, awarded the winners of the Innovative Housing Solutions hackathon at the Innovation in the Social Housing Sector 2025.The hackathon aimed to engage young Bahrainis in exploring housing challenges and developing creative, sustainable solutions that reflect citizens’ aspirations and enhance quality of life.The first prize went to the “Lak Bayt” project, one of five shortlisted entries. The project proposes a housing savings plan to promote financial awareness, improve quality of life, and support family stability.The second prize was…

Manama : The Coast Guard announced that Bapco Upstream will conduct three dimensional surveys in the Fasht Al Jarim marine area from April 30 to May 7. The Coast Guard urged sea users to exercise caution and avoid the area during the specified period to ensure their safety.

Dubai : The Dubai AI Week Hackathon kicked off at Area 2071 in Emirates Towers, bringing together innovators to develop artificial intelligence solutions for key sectors, including travel, finance, logistics, real estate, and community services. Organised by the Dubai Future Foundation, the hackathon aims to promote innovation and accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies in the United Arab Emirates. The event focuses on designing AI agents to solve practical challenges. Saher Sidhom, Founder of Hackmasters, said the hackathon brings together specialists to create tools that enhance the UAE’s global position in AI. The competition includes five categories for smart tool…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, announced during a press conference at Sofitel Zallaq that the Kingdom of Bahrain will host the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Congress and the 2025 Hall of Fame Ceremony from May 14 to 18. His Highness expressed appreciation to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa for their continued support in…

Cotonou : Fifty four soldiers were killed in an armed attack targeting military positions in northern Benin near the borders with Burkina Faso and Niger, according to local authorities. The attack was carried out by an armed group on military posts in W National Park, prompting the government to reinforce its military presence in the border areas in response to the threat posed by militant groups. Benin has witnessed a rise in cross border attacks from armed groups operating in neighbouring countries. Since January 2022, the government has deployed around 3,000 troops under Operation Mirador, later adding 5,000 more to…

Jeddah : McLaren’s Oscar Piastri secured his third victory of the 2025 Formula One season at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, moving to the top of the drivers’ standings with 99 points. Max Verstappen finished second after receiving a five-second penalty for a first-corner clash with Piastri. Charles Leclerc took third, delivering Ferrari’s first podium of the season. Lando Norris finished fourth after starting from 10th, and now sits second in the championship on 89 points. Verstappen is third overall with 87 points. George Russell placed fifth for Mercedes, followed by teammate Kimi Antonelli in sixth. Lewis Hamilton, now driving…

Manama: With just a week to go, Aalekh ’25, the Platinum Jubilee edition of The Indian School, Bahrain’s celebrated inter-school painting competition, is generating overwhelming enthusiasm from schools across the Kingdom and beyond. Over 1,000 students have already registered as of Thursday, with final participation expected to exceed 3,000—making it the largest edition of Aalekh to date. Organized as part of ISB’s year-long Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Aalekh ’25 is shaping up to be more than just a painting contest. Scheduled for April 24 and 25 at the school’s Isa Town campus, the event promises a vibrant blend of art, creativity,…

Manama : Her Highness Shaikha Nayla bint Hamad bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Chairperson of the Royal Life Saving Bahrain (RLSB), attended the official launch of the Elliott Walsh Defibrillator Fund, an initiative to provide defibrillators across the Kingdom of Bahrain. The initiative aims to provide automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in key locations and sports facilities to improve survival rates and reduce the risks associated with sudden cardiac arrest. It is a key step towards enhancing out-of-hospital cardiac emergency response and raising community awareness. Her Highness expressed pride in launching the fund, which supports efforts to strengthen emergency response readiness for cardiac incidents…