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Muscat : Under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Firas bin Fatik Al Said, the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Oman, in cooperation with the Omani-Bahraini Friendship Association, hosted an event at the Bait Al Zubair Hall to mark Oman’s 54th National Day. Dr. Juma bin Ahmed Al Kaabi, Bahrain’s Ambassador to Oman, extended congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, the Sultan of the Sultanate of Oman, commending Oman’s achievements across politics, sports, youth development, and its progress toward Oman Vision 2040 and sustainable development goals. He described November 18 as a historic day for the…

Manama : On behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, will lead the Kingdom’s delegation to the 45th Gulf Summit, hosted by the State of Kuwait, the Royal Court announced. This comes at an invitation extended to His Majesty the King by His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, Amir of Kuwait.

Seoul : The heaviest snowfall for November in 117 years blanketed Seoul and the surrounding regions Wednesday, causing injuries, disrupting traffic and cutting off power supplies, as authorities are on high alert for more snow later this week. The capital city had received 18 centimetres of snow, marking the biggest snowfall in November since modern weather observations began in 1907. The new record coincided with the first snow of the season in Seoul. The previous record was 12.4 cm set on Nov. 28, 1972, the state weather agency said. The city of Incheon, west of Seoul, also had record snowfall…

Riyadh : King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, the backbone of Riyadh’s public transport network. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques viewed an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro, one of the Kingdom’s major projects during his prosperous reign, distinguished by its standout design and technological features, with a network that spans 176 kilometres across six lines and 85 stations, including four iconic ones. His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Royal Commission for Riyadh…

Cairo : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, received the Best Arab Minister Award during the Arab Government Excellence Awards ceremony held at the headquarters of the League of Arab States in Cairo, Egypt. The event was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The ceremony was attended by prominent figures, including Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs, and Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the Arab League, alongside ministers and officials from…

Abu Dhabi : The Ministry of Youth Affairs achieved a significant milestone with its Lamea national programme being recognised as the Best Arab Government Project to Empower Young People at the Arab Government Excellence Awards. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, received the award during the ceremony, organised by the Arab Administrative Development Organisation in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates at the League of Arab States headquarters. Minister Tawfiqi attributed the achievement to the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, who prioritises youth empowerment across all domains, and the directives of His Royal…

Manama : The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), in cooperation with the Awal Women’s Society, inaugurated Beit Al Naqda in Muharraq. BACA emphasised that Beit Al Naqda represents a significant addition to Muharraq’s cultural infrastructure, as part of its long-term vision to preserve traditional crafts. The site aims to safeguard one of Bahrain’s most important traditional industries, Al Naqda embroidery, a craft that represents a significant aspect of the Kingdom’s intangible cultural heritage. Located along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pearling Path, Beit Al Naqda will serve as a headquarters for the Awal Women’s Society’s project to empower Bahraini…

Manama Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the excitement began with the press conference for the IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain 2024. This iconic event, organised by Faalyat and set to take place on November 29 near Reef Island, is an integral part of Bahrain’s sporting calendar and a testament to the Kingdom’s status as a global hub for endurance sports. The conference included remarks from Ahmed Al Haj, Managing Director, who confirmed that all preparations were complete and the team was fully prepared for the…

Manama, : Bahrain’s distinguished jewellery craftsmanship and renowned pearl industry took centre stage at Jewellery Arabia 2024, showcasing their vital role in promoting tourism and supporting local businesses. Sara Ahmed Buhiji, CEO of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority (BTEA) and Chairperson of Exhibition World Bahrain, emphasised the strategic importance of such events during a media tour. Bahrain’s unique jewellery craftsmanship and global reputation as the home of natural pearls continue to enhance the Kingdom’s position as a pivotal destination for business tourism. Jewellery Arabia, alongside Scent Arabia, plays a significant role in strengthening Bahrain’s jewellery sector and reinforcing the…

Yenagoa : At least five people were killed and 20 others are missing after a speedboat struck a submerged log and capsized in Nigeria’s southern state of Delta, a police spokesperson said on Tuesday. The incident happened on Friday in the remote Gbaramatu Kingdom of the state’s Warri South-West district, Reuters reported. Emergency responders are still conducting a search and rescue operation to find the 20 missing people. Six survivors are receiving treatment at a local hospital.