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Wellington : Heavy rain triggered flooding, road closures and evacuations in New Zealand’s southern city of Dunedin and the neighbouring Waitaki ‌District on Monday, with officials urging residents to stay home and avoid unnecessary travel. Dunedin City Council said a range of roads in Mosgiel, west of the city centre, had ⁠closed overnight because of surface flooding, while the road over Three Mile Hill was also shut and small slips were reported on Otago Peninsula. Flood protection barriers were installed in Surrey Street, South Dunedin, and pumps and pipes had managed rainfall so far, the council said. An evacuation centre…

Bratislava, : The Royal Endurance Team concluded its participation in the Samorin International Endurance Ride, held in Slovakia, with a series of strong results that reflected the team’s high technical standard and continued success in international competitions. Raed Mahmood claimed first place in the 120km international endurance ride in the senior category, while Khalid Yousif secured second place in the same event. In the 100km international ride, Shahad Waleed delivered an outstanding performance to claim first place. In the 160km international ride, Jaafar Mirza finished second, while Yousif Al Jubouri secured third place, adding to the team’s podium finishes across…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 5,130 inspection campaigns and visits, during the month of June 2026, which resulted in the detention of 79 violating and irregular workers, while 256 violators were deported as part of continuous efforts to maintain a fair, stable, and competitive labour market. The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in monitoring a number of violations related to the provisions of a number of regulating laws, especially the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and the Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that legal measures were taken regarding the observed…

Manama : The Advocate General and Head of the Terrorism Crimes Prosecution stated that the High Criminal Court held its first hearing today in the case concerning the establishment and management of a terrorist organisation formed with the aim of calling for the suspension of the provisions of the Constitution and the laws, preventing state institutions and authorities from carrying out their duties, undermining national unity, and seeking to alter the Kingdom’s constitutional system and remove its state authorities. The organisation is alleged to have sought to promote and entrench the ideology of Wilayat al Faqih, as an extension of…

Manama : As part of its commitment to facilitating procedures and delivering efficient, accessible services, Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) has urged citizens to ensure their passports remain valid and to renew them well in advance of their travel dates to help ensure smooth travel procedures and avoid any delays or disruptions that could affect their travel plans. NPRA affirmed that passport issuance and renewal services are available digitally around the clock, seven days a week, through the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Portal, enabling citizens to complete their transactions conveniently at any time and from any location. NPRA also…

Manama : The Ministry of Social Development has launched its summer programme for people of determination in partnership with several civil society organisations, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance services for people of determination, develop their skills, and provide meaningful activities during the summer holiday that promote their inclusion and active participation in society. Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development and Chairman of the National Committee for the Care of the Affairs of People of Determination, said the programme reflects the ministry’s commitment to delivering high-quality initiatives that empower people of determination, develop their capabilities…

Manama : Several buildings and landmarks in the Kingdom of Bahrain were lit in the colours of the flag of the United States of America to mark the 250th anniversary of US independence, reflecting the depth of the strategic partnership between the two countries. The initiative highlights the strength of Bahrain–US relations and their continued development across various domains, underpinned by close cooperation and a longstanding partnership serving shared interests.

Manama : Bahrain-based BRAVE Combat Federation (BRAVE CF) will hold BRAVE CF 107 at Burgas Arena in Bulgaria on August 1 in partnership with the Bulgarian Fight Agency (BFA), marking the third consecutive year of cooperation between the two organisations. The event will feature two fighters representing the Kingdom of Bahrain. Mohamed Alsameea will face Bulgaria’s Aleksandar Hristov in a 59kg catchweight bout, while Muhammad Idrisov will take on Bulgaria’s Nikolay Atanasov in a flyweight contest. The main event will see Bulgaria’s Kaloyan Kolev face Slovenia’s Nemanja Kovač in a light heavyweight bout, while the co-main event features Georgia’s Bidzina…

Washington :The United States of America is celebrating the 250th anniversary of its independence with major nationwide festivities across cities and states. The day marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the 13 colonies declared their independence from the British Crown, making it a historic day known as Independence Day or the Fourth of July. Official and public celebrations took place in Washington, and major cities including New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Los Angeles, featuring military parades, concerts and large-scale fireworks displays. The US President delivered a national address marking the…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, said Arab Youth Day is an occasion to underline the importance of building a generation that believes in its capabilities, upholds its ambitions, and recognises that the future of nations is shaped by will, determination and work. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad said the Kingdom of Bahrain’s achievements in supporting and empowering youth are based on the vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the continued support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa,…