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Manama : The National Space Science Agency (NSSA) organised the seventh edition of the global space science applications hackathon on October 5-6, in collaboration with NASA. The event took place at two locations simultaneously: the University of Bahrain and Bahrain Polytechnic, with over 300 students, entrepreneurs, professionals, specialists, and enthusiasts participating. The Bahrain Society of Engineers contributed to hosting and organising this year’s edition. The hackathon is held in various cities worldwide, with 15 space agencies, including NASA, the European Space Agency, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, the Canadian Space Agency, and others, taking part this year. The previous edition…

Manama : Sarah Ahmed Buhiji, Chief Executive of the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority, highlighted the importance of ongoing collaboration between Bahrain’s tourism and aviation sectors. She noted that conferences and exhibitions create new opportunities for cooperation and organising more major tourism events. She emphasised that the authority will continue its efforts to attract more international events and conferences. Buhiji commended the success of the Routes World 2024 event, which opened today in Bahrain with 2,300 participants from 110 countries, including 230 airlines and 530 airports. She said the event reflects Bahrain’s readiness, in terms of infrastructure, to host large-scale…

Amman : His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates, and His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan witnessed the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Jordan. The first CEPA to be signed between the UAE and an Arab nation, the deal aims to deepen bilateral trade and investment ties, accelerate growth in priority industries, create jobs, and strengthen supply chains. The agreement was signed by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and…

Manama : The Ministry of Information concluded its series of introductory meetings for the Media Talents Award 2024 in acting for television, cinema, and theatre. The meetings, held at universities, educational institutions, and youth centres across Bahrain, aimed to strengthen ties between young people and the creative industries. The sessions featured renowned artists and directors, sharing stories about their journeys in the arts to inspire young talents. The final event took place at the British University of Bahrain, with actors Ahmed Mubarak, Muna Fairouz, and Samah Zaidan sharing their experiences and careers in the field. They emphasised the importance of…

Manama : Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, CEO of the National Cybersecurity Centre (NCSC), inaugurated the Centre’s travelling awareness exhibition at its first stop in The Avenues Mall. This event marks the launch of the national cybersecurity awareness campaign, Cyber Aware Bahrain, aligned with the globally observed Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October. The campaign aims to promote cybersecurity practices to protect the community from rising cyber risks, fostering a sense of shared responsibility within Bahraini society. It also seeks to build new partnerships to enhance cybersecurity awareness. Shaikh Salman highlighted the support provided by His Majesty King Hamad bin…

Manama : The winning solution, “Hayat,” emerged victorious in the final pitch of the Mastercard Challenge on Financial Inclusion for the SDGs: Solving for the Future, which was held on the sidelines of Bahrain’s flagship fintech event, ‘Bahrain Fintech Forward 2024,’ at Exhibition World Bahrain. Developed by Ahmed Alawadhi and Marya Alabbasi, both students at the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), along with Matia Ahmed, a student at Bahrain Polytechnic, “Hayat” is a carbon offsetting platform designed to enhance climate mitigation efforts in Bahrain by fostering partnerships and encouraging community involvement. The final pitch showcased the innovative ideas…

Manama : Bahrain All Share Index has Closed at 2,006.31 points, marking a decrease of 1.99 points below the previous closing. This decrease was due to the drop in the financial sector and material sector. Bahrain Islamic Index has closed at 803.04 points, marking an increase of 0.64 points above the previous closing. Results indicated that 55 equity transactions took place with a volume of 825,817 worth BD 346,148. Investors traded mainly in the financial sector representing 75.01% of the total value of securities traded.

Manama : Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, the Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister, met with a delegation from the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). The meeting reviewed the government efforts towards developing infrastructure and digital infrastructure, and developing and implementing smart city solutions. The meeting also discussed activities of the “Smart Cities Summit” organised by the ministry annually as a specialised conference in the field of AI and the transformation to smart cities.

Manama : The Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning have initiated the process of compiling housing service applications for individuals included in the royal pardon and beneficiaries of alternative penalties. This came following the royal pardon granted to several inmates, and with the approval of the Cabinet, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, with the aim of ensuring their access to various housing services in line with the applicable regulations and laws. The General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing at the Ministry…

Doha : Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA), participated in the 28th meeting of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) culture ministers held today in Doha, Qatar. Bahrain’s participation reaffirms its continuous support for efforts aimed at enhancing Gulf cultural cooperation and strengthening both national and regional identities. Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed said that the meeting is a key milestone in advancing regional cultural integration and an opportunity to emphasise the importance of cultural diplomacy in promoting the countries, their histories, and their global standing. He added that Bahrain aims…