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Seoul : Passengers traveling on South Korean airlines will be banned from storing portable battery banks and e-cigarettes in overhead storage compartments starting next month, the South Korean government said Thursday. The South Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced the new lithium-ion battery and e-cigarette safety standards for domestic airlines that will take effect March 1, introduced in response to a major fire incident aboard an Air Busan aircraft before takeoff at Gimhae International Airport in Busan last month. During flights, battery banks and e-cigarettes must be placed in clear plastic bags or protective pouches, or have exposed…

Manama : Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of HM the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF) kicked off the HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa International Showjumping Championship at the Military Sports Association’s field in Al Raffa. The veterinary inspection of the participating horses was successfully conducted yesterday under the supervision of the organising committee, led by Championship Director Abdulaziz Mayoof Al Rumaihi. The process proceeded seamlessly, facilitated by the excellent…

Nouakchott : Mohamed Ould Khaled, the Minister of Energy and Oil of Mauritania, announced that the first quantities of gas from the Grand Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) site would be shipped to the international market in late February. He noted that this would be an important milestone in developing this project, which is the culmination of a diligent and successful work process, Mauritania News Agency reported. The minister said that the main destination for the gas produced will be the European and Asian markets, but that the duality of demand and price will determine the product’s final destination. The minister pointed…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), inaugurated the Al-Fateh Sports Hall at the United Kingdom Naval Support Facility, at the Salman Naval Base. His Highness affirmed the strong cooperation and joint coordination between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Kingdom across various fields, particularly in the military and defense sectors. His Highness emphasised that this collaboration reflects the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al…

Manama : His Highness Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor and Commander of the Royal Guard, held a meeting with the United States Congress members Carol Miller and Jimmy Panetta. The meeting was attended by Shaikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Bahrain’s Ambassador to the US; Shaikh Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa, Deputy National Security Advisor; and Shaikh Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Strategic Security Bureau (SSB). HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad emphasised the strong strategic relations between Bahrain and the US. Congresswoman Miller expressed appreciation to HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (13) of 2025 appointing directors at the Ministry of Education, based on a proposal by the Minister of Education. The edict stipulated the following individuals shall be appointed at the Ministry of Education: Mohammed Ghanem Zayed Ghanem – Director of Human Resources and Teacher Qualification Directorate Zahra Abdulla Isa Al Dallal – Director of Guidance and Knowledge Resources Directorate Hamad Rashid Saad Al Ameeri – Director of Educational Facilities Directorate The Minister of Education shall implement the edict, which takes effect…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (14) of 2025, appointing directors at the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA), based on the proposal of the Chairman of the Authority’s Board of Directors. Article (I) According to the edict, the following shall be appointed to the Education and Training Quality Authority (BQA): Ameera Mohammed Hassan Al Balushi, Director of the School and Kindergarten Performance Review Directorate. Dana Hassan Jassim Rabeea, Director of the National Framework Operations Directorate. Article (II) The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (15) of 2025 amending certain provisions of Edict (6) of 2022 restructuring the Government Service Centre Evaluation Committee (Taqyeem). Article (I) The edict stipulated that Clause (4) of Article (I) of Edict (6) of 2022 on the restructure of the Government Service Centre Evaluation Committee shall be replaced with the following: 4- Maryam Adnan Al Ansari – Member Article (II) The relevant authorities shall implement the edict, which takes effect the day after its publication in the Official Gazette.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received renowned musician André Rieu and members of the Johann Strauss Orchestra at Al Safriya Palace.

Manama : New Horizon School (NHS) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Sports Meet titled ‘Arena of Champions’ on February 8, 2025, at Ahli Club in Zinj This year’s theme, “Strength in Unity, Power in Motion,” reflected the school’s commitment to fostering teamwork, resilience, and a passion for sports. The grand sporting spectacle brought together students, parents, and educators in a celebration of athletic excellence and community spirit. The school’s Principal, Mrs. Vandana Sateesh delivered a warm welcome address, after which students participated in an impressive March-in parade, demonstrating discipline and unity. In keeping with Olympic traditions, the ceremonial lighting of…