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Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), “The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East”, announced today that its Early Bird offer on tickets to the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 will end on 7 August.The region’s biggest sporting and social spectacle is set to take place 11 to 13 April 2025, as the fourth round of next year’s FIA Formula 1 World Championship. BIC has seen exceptional demand from the Early Bird discount, yet again showing the popularity of F1 not just in Bahrain, but from fans around the world. The discounted ticket offer is set to end…

Manama : The University of Bahrain (UoB) has won the 2024 Catalyst Award in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, presented by Anthology, a global provider of e-learning systems. Dr. Fuad Mohammed Al Ansari, President of UoB, underscored that this award represents the university’s role in utilising technology to provide a comprehensive and innovative educational experience. Dr. Al Ansari highlighted that the university was chosen among 35 winners in nine award categories for delivering an exceptional educational experience and fostering innovation and excellence in education, marking an extraordinary achievement that enhances its global standing. He said that the award represents UoB’s…

Riyadh : The Esports World Cup, hosted by Riyadh through August 25, saw the attendance of crowds of guests and visitors from Gulf and other countries the largest event in the history of the gaming and esports sector, with the participation of 500 clubs from different countries and more than 1,500 players. Mohammed bin Mubarak, a visitor from Bahrain, explained that he came with his brothers and other relatives to attend the Esports World Cup. He hailed the great efforts of Saudi Arabia in receiving the participants and the professional and wonderful organization of the tournament, noting that Riyadh has…

Manama : The General Directorate of Marine Resources at the Supreme Council for Environment has announced that the ban on shrimping will be lifted as of tomorrow, Thursday, 1 August 2024, following the end of the annual six-month ban period from February 1 to July 31. The Marine Resources Directorate said that the ban period aligns the Kingdom of Bahrain’s efforts to protect fisheries and with decisions aimed at conserving marine resources. The directorate highlighted the Supreme Council for Environment’s keenness to achieve full protection of marine stocks in line with the Gulf Cooperation Council resolutions on protecting fish stocks. …

Manama : The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain warned of the danger of escalation operations in the region and its repercussions on the security situation, increasing tension and violence, and fueling conflict in the Middle East. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasised the Kingdom of Bahrain’s position against political violence, calling on the Security Council and the international community to support the efforts of the countries of the region to prevent further escalation and tension and their dangerous repercussions on regional security and stability. It also called for an immediate end to the war on the…

Manama : The Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) held the 20th ceremony to honour top students. The ceremony was held at University of Bahrain, Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Mohamad Al Khalifa Hall, where 401 students with 95% GPA and above in the academic year 2023/2024 were honoured. In a video recording played at the event, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs congratulated all outstanding students in Bahrain as well as the foundation’s students. His Highness valued the support from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the honorary President of…

Oman : Al Hilal Health Care Group’s parent organization, Badr Al Samaa Group of Hospitals, launched its 14th branch, Badr Al Samaa Royal Hospital in Oman, on July 29that Al Ghubra, Muscat. The private healthcare sector of the Sultanate of Oman witnessed a milestone with Badr Al Samaa Group of Hospitals, the largest private healthcare group of Oman, inaugurated its flagship hospital in the premium luxury segment, Badr Al Samaa Royal Hospital (BRH). This state-of-the art hospital is delivering world-class medical care in a luxurious environment designed for exceptional patient experience. This premium hospital, BRH, was inaugurated by the chief guest, HE…

Tehran : Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Minister of Foreign Affairs represented the Kingdom of Bahrain at the inauguration ceremony of His Excellency Masoud Pezeshkian, the newly elected President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which took place at the Islamic Consultative Assembly in Tehran today. Present at the ceremony were the Speaker of Iran’s Majlis (Parliament), the head of the judiciary, members of the Majlis, senior officials of the Iranian government, several heads of state and government, foreign ministers, envoys and ambassadors of countries accredited to Tehran. The Foreign Affairs Minister conveyed the greetings of His Majesty…

Paris : Bahrain’s 18-year-old swimmer Amani Al Obaidli, born in 2006, made an impressive debut in her first Olympic appearance by competing in the women’s 100m backstroke qualification on the third day of the Olympic Games, which are being held in Paris until August 11. Amani Al Obaidli finished sixth in the qualifying round of the women’s 100-metre backstroke, setting a new Bahraini and personal best time of 1:04.27. Amani Al Obaidli concluded her Olympic journey without qualifying for the second stage of the race, but she garnered widespread respect for her impressive performance. At just a young age, she…

Manama :The Ministry of Interior, in collaboration with the General Sports Authority (GSA), will hold the Fourth Arab Artificial Intelligence Forum 2024 from August 18-22, under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), President of GSA and the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC). HH Shaikh Khalid emphasised the Kingdom’s ongoing support of young talents and skills, in line with the vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and supported by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince…