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Manama : In celebration of Bahrain’s national holidays, marking the establishment of the modern Bahraini State as an Arab and Muslim state founded by Ahmed Al Fateh in 1783, and the anniversary of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s Accession, the Bahrain December Festival will offer a wide range of events for all ages and interests, from cultural performances and concerts to sports, shopping, and water adventures, creating unique experiences for citizens, residents, and visitors. Muharraq Nights From December 5 to 30, Muharraq will host “Muharraq Nights” along the UNESCO-listed Pearl Path, featuring cultural and heritage performances that…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (56) of 2024, regarding the internal regulations of the Traffic Council, based on a proposal by the Minister of Interior. Article I The Traffic Council shall meet at the Ministry of Interior or another venue specified by the Chairman. Meetings shall be confidential. Article II The Council shall convene every six months at a time and place determined by the Chairman. Invitations, along with the agenda, shall be issued in writing or electronically in advance. Extraordinary meetings may be called…

Manama : Beyon announced its financial results for the third quarter and first nine months of the year ended 30 September 2024. Beyon reported net profit attributable to equity holders of BD17.6M (US$46.7M) for Q3 2024, in line with BD17.6M (US$46.7M) for the corresponding quarter of 2023. Earnings per share (EPS) are 10.6 fils for the third quarter of 2024 compared to 10.7 fils in Q3 2023. Total comprehensive income attributable to equity holders in Q3 2024 was reported at BD24.1M (US$63.9M), a 14% increase from BD21.2M (US$56.2M) in the third quarter of 2023, mainly due to foreign exchange changes.…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Royal Order (42) of 2024, amending the name of the Nasser Vocational Training Centre. Article I The name “Nasser Centre for Vocational Training” shall be changed to “Nasser Centre for Science and Technology” in Royal Order (37) of 2014 and throughout its text on the establishment and structuring of “Nasser Centre for Vocational Training”. Article II This decree shall take into effect from its issuance and published in the Official Gazette.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Royal Order (43) of 2024, appointing the Deputy Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council. Article I Colonel Shaikh Khalid bin Ali bin Jaber Al Khalifa, the Deputy National Security Advisor, shall be appointed as Deputy Secretary-General of the Supreme Defence Council in addition to his current duties, replacing Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa. Article II This Order takes effect from the date of issuance and shall be published in the Official Gazette.

Manama : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, following the issuance of a Royal Decree appointing him as Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications. The Foreign Minister congratulated Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa on the royal trust granted by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. He commended Dr. Shaikh Abdullah’s dedicated service as Undersecretary for Political Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he contributed effectively to advancing Bahrain’s foreign policy and strengthening cooperation with both regional and international partners. The Minister also expressed…

Manama : Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, Minister of Information, attended the ceremony announcing the finalists for the Media Talents Award 2024, which focused this year on television, cinema, and theatre acting. The annual award, organised by the Ministry of Information in partnership with Tamkeen Labour Fund as part of the Innovators’ Lab initiative, brought together prominent Bahraini artists and industry professionals. The Minister affirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting Bahrain’s young media talent across all media domains, highlighting the ministry’s continued efforts to launch initiatives aimed at refining and advancing their skills. He noted that this aligns with…

Manama : 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 (SCYS), the fourth Nasser bin Hamad Cycling Tour for Amateurs continued with its second stage, covering a 65 kilometre route in Sakhir. The event drew extensive participation from cyclists across Bahrain, including residents and riders from GCC countries. Competitors faced strong winds, adding to the intensity of the race. The second stage concluded with a ceremony to crown the winners, attended by Shaikh Khalid…

Manama : The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has announced a reduction of the overnight deposit rate by 25 basis points, lowering it from 5.50% to 5.25%, effective 10 November 2024. The rate adjustment aligns with CBB’s efforts to maintain monetary and financial stability in the Kingdom of Bahrain amid recent global financial market developments.

Manama,– Vedhik AI Schools, powered by iLearningEngines, in collaboration with Bobsco Edu, successfully hosted the Pentathlon 2024 International Olympiads, the largest academic competition ever held in the Middle East. The event, conducted at Adhari Park, Manama. https://youtu.be/_2lQkvIZCv8 It tested students’ knowledge across five subjects— English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and General Knowledge—drawing participants from multiple countries. The historic competition attracted dignitaries from Bahrain and beyond, with students competing in three categories based on their grade levels. The event was graced by numerous distinguished dignitaries, including HE Dr. Mariam Al Dhaen, Member of Parliament, Southern Governorate, Kingdom of Bahrain, graced the…