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Manama : Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) organised the Community Iftar initiative as part of its Ramadhan campaign “Changing Their Lives.” The event took place in the courtyard opposite the Sabeeka Al Ansari Mosque in Isa Town, in the presence of Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, RHF Secretary-General, along with officials from the foundation. The iftar meals were prepared under the supervision of a team from Netaj Khair Bahrain, an RHF-affiliated centre, with the participation…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today expressed his gratitude and appreciation to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa for His Majesty’s directives to accelerate the disbursement of 50,000 housing units. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that the well-being of Bahrain’s citizens remains the core objective of the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty the King. His Royal Highness expressed his pride in His Majesty’s continued support for the housing sector, emphasising that the government will intensify efforts to implement housing programmes and…

Manama : With three weeks remaining until the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025, Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) is set to offer a diverse range of attractions, ensuring an engaging experience for attendees beyond the track. The grand prix spectacle is scheduled for April 11-13 at ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, and the wide-ranging entertainment offerings are set to be a top draw throughout the three days of excitement in Sakhir. A key highlight will be the roaming entertainers engaging with fans across the circuit. Performers include the Living Garden stilt-walkers, Circolation acrobats, Girlesque Band…

Zurich : Three people are believed to have died when a plane originally from Denmark crashed on Monday evening in Switzerland, police from the eastern Swiss canton of Graubuenden said. The victims of the crash have not yet been identified. Police said in a statement everyone on board died. The plane came down in a populated area on the northern outskirts of the village of La Punt Chamues-ch and burned out completely, according to police.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Honorary President of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), issued a directive for the annual Eid Al Fitr disbursements to all families sponsored by the RHF for the year 1446 AH (2025). His Majesty instructed the RHF to take the necessary measures to ensure the timely distribution of the disbursments, supporting families in meeting their needs during Eid Al Fitr. On this occasion, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, expressed gratitude to His Majesty for the continued support of…

Manama : The Nasser Centre for Science and Technology has achieved a strategic milestone by becoming the first accredited training partner in the Gulf region to offer CREST (Council of Registered Ethical Security Testers) cybersecurity training programmes. This accreditation strengthens Bahrain’s position as a regional hub for cybersecurity excellence, aligning with international standards. This achievement is part of the collaboration between the Nasser Centre for Science and Technology and the National Cybersecurity Centre, reflecting Bahrain’s vision of building an integrated cybersecurity ecosystem. It also supports the implementation of the National Cybersecurity Strategy, which focuses on developing national talent, enhancing digital…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has issued Decree (14) of 2025, establishing the Bahrain Space Agency, based on a proposal by the Prime Minister and following the approval of the Cabinet. According to the decree, the Bahrain Space Agency will replace the National Space Science Agency in name and function. The new agency will be under the Supreme Defence Council and subject to the supervision of the Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council. All references in Decree (11) of 2014 on the establishment and structuring of the National Space Science Agency shall be amended accordingly.…

Manama : Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, Minister of Information, received Vinod Kurian Jacob, Ambassador of India to Bahrain. Dr. Al Noaimi praised the advanced close relation between Bahrain and India in various domains. He affirmed the mutual commitment to enhance bilateral cooperation to serve common interests. On his part, the ambassador expressed his appreciation to the minister and affirmed his country’s keenness to broaden cooperation. He wished the Kingdom continued progress and prosperity.

Manama : The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has announced its support for wage increases for 35 Bahraini employees at Maskati Bros & Co through the Wage Increment Programme, alongside assisting five employees in securing leadership and managerial positions as part of the Leadership Employment Programme. This initiative aims to empower local talent and enhance their career progression within private-sector enterprises. The company will also benefit from Tamkeen’s financing support, in collaboration with local banks, to implement its expansion and growth plans, including efforts to double its production capacity. This support aligns with Tamkeen’s strategic priorities for 2025, which focus on strengthening…

Washington : NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams departed the International Space Station early on Tuesday morning in a SpaceX capsule for a long-awaited trip back to Earth, nine months after their faulty Boeing Starliner craft upended what was to be a roughly week-long test mission. Wilmore and Williams, two veteran NASA astronauts and retired U.S. Navy test pilots, strapped inside their Crew Dragon spacecraft and two other astronauts and undocked from the orbiting laboratory at 1.05 a.m. ET (0505 GMT), embarking on a 17-hour trip to Earth, according to Reuters. The four-person crew, formally part of NASA’s Crew-9…