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Manama : Bahrain International Airport (BIA) has been rated the prestigious 5-Star rating by Skytrax, the world’s leading airport and airline rating organisation, marking a milestone fifth consecutive year. Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of BIA, highlighted that this recognition reflects the airport’s consistent standards and its continued focus on delivering exceptional services and facilities. BIA’s continued 5-Star status is a major achievement for the Kingdom, underscoring the airport’s role as Bahrain’s main gateway and its contribution to the country’s broader aviation, tourism, and economic development goals. It also reflects Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its…

Guatemala City : An intermunicipal bus veered off a road in Guatemala and fell into a deep ravine, killing 15 passengers and injuring at least 15 others, authorities said Saturday, and declared three days of national mourning. The accident occurred on Friday night outside the town of Totonicapan, along a route known as the Inter-American Road. Officials said it took rescue workers more than two hours to recover the corpses from the crash site and rescue injured passengers. Fifteen people were still being treated for injuries at local hospitals. Road accidents are common in Guatemala, a mountainous country where transportation…

Manama : On the occasion of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Celebrations, the Ministry of Interior organised the Bahrain Police Parade at Bab Al Bahrain in the Capital Governorate. The Capital Governorate Police Director-General Brigadier Isa Hassan Al Qattan attended the event. The event attracted a large turnout of citizens, residents and visitors, and featured a distinguished police parade demonstrating a high level of discipline, professionalism and operational readiness. The Police Band also performed national musical selections reflecting Bahrain’s cultural identity. The performances were widely praised by attendees for their high standard and organisation. The event forms part of the…

Manama : The Ministry of Interior’s showjumping team won first place in the National Day Showjumping Championship, organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF) and held at the Military Sports Union Arena in Al Raffa. On this occasion, Brigadier Abdulaziz Mayouf Al Rumaihi, Supervisor of the team, extended congratulations to General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior. He highlighted the close and continuous follow up by Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan, Chief of Police, of sports teams participating in local, regional, and international championships, which has contributed to notable sporting achievements. Brigadier Al Rumaihi…

Manama : Vatel Bahrain signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Crowne Plaza Bahrain to enhance cooperation between the two institutions and expand coordination in areas related to student training and professional development in the hospitality sector. The agreement aims to support Vatel Bahrain students by providing structured practical training opportunities within the hospitality industry, contributing to their preparation for employment in the tourism and hospitality labour market. Shaikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, noted that the agreement reflects the college’s approach to strengthening cooperation with hospitality institutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain, allowing students to…

Phnom Penh : Thailand and Cambodia announced that they have agreed on an immediate ceasefire following weeks of fierce border clashes between the two countries. In a joint statement issued by the General Border Committee, the two sides said the ceasefire would take effect from 12:00 noon local time and would cover all types of weapons, as well as civilian and military targets, across all areas. Thailand’s state television reported that Thai Defence Minister Natthaphon Narkphanit and his Cambodian counterpart Tea Seiha signed the joint statement confirming the ceasefire agreement.

Manama : Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander, and Secretary General of the Supreme Defence Council, won first place in the individual category of the 6th Royal Bahraini Air Force Golf Tournament, held at Al Suqoor Golf Course at the Royal Bahraini Air Force’s Isa Air Base, with wide participation and a distinguished sporting atmosphere.  The tournament featured competition over 18 holes, with His Highness securing first place in the gross scoring. Khalifa Al Marisi placed second, Nasser Yaqoob third, and Khalifa Al Kaabi fourth. His Highness commended the Royal Bahraini…

Manama : Bahrain has been ranked second regionally and 15th globally among 197 countries on the World Bank Group’s 2025 GovTech Maturity Index (GTMI), a milestone achievement. The report classified Bahrain in Category A among countries with a “very high digital maturity”. The Kingdom recorded an overall maturity rate of 93.6% in 2025, compared to 51% in 2020, which subsequently rose to 83% in 2022. This year’s record results reflect the country’s remarkable progress in consolidating its position as a regional leader in eGovernment services and building a comprehensive system to encourage innovation. The Kingdom also achieved an exceptional milestone…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today attended the official launch of the second edition of Hawa Al Manama festival, one of the flagship events of the Celebrate Bahrain season.  Running until mid-January 2026, the festival celebrates the rich heritage of the Manama Souq and the cultural heartbeat of the Kingdom’s capital. His Highness highlighted the vital role of local tourism events in showcasing the diverse cultural and rich historical landscape of the Kingdom of Bahrain, outlining that these events strengthen Bahrain’s attractiveness as a regional and global tourist destination, by providing quality experiences…

Bristol : A pair of explosions and a fire, apparently sparked by leaking gas, ripped through a nursing home near Philadelphia on Tuesday, killing at least two people and prompting an intense search for victims in a collapsed portion of the building. Five people were believed to be missing hours after the blasts and flames ravaged the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol Township, about 21 miles (33 km) northeast of Philadelphia, Bristol Township Fire Marshal Kevin Dippolito said. Besides the two people killed, an unspecified number of survivors were injured, adding that numerous patients and staff initially trapped inside…