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Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) concluded six days of Formula 1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2026 with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc recording the fastest overall time. Leclerc clocked 1:31.992 in his Ferrari SF-26 during the final afternoon session under lights, the quickest lap of the tests and the only time under 1:32.000. The session concluded with a practice start along BIC’s main straight ahead of the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026, scheduled for April 10–12. Leclerc completed 132 laps on the final day and finished 0.879 seconds ahead of reigning Formula 1 Drivers’ World Champion Lando Norris, who took…

Washington : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa participated in the first meeting of the Board of Peace, held in Washington, DC, at the invitation of His Excellency Donald Trump, President of the United States of America. A number of heads of state and senior officials, as well as representatives of countries and international organisations, also attended. HE President Trump opened the meeting by thanking the leaders for their participation. His Excellency said the situation in Gaza is complex and that achieving peace requires genuine collective efforts and strong political will. HE the US President emphasised that nothing…

Manama : The Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today visited the majlises of the Al Asfoor family, Faisal Hassan Jawad, and the late Ali bin Yousif Fakhro. The Deputy King highlighted that the Kingdom’s accomplishments across various sectors are driven by the Kingdom’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. His Royal Highness expressed his pride in Team Bahrain, which brings together both the public and private sectors, for their relentless efforts and unwavering dedication in driving forward the Kingdom’s far-reaching ambitions. His Royal Highness also stressed the importance…

Kabul : The United Nations World Food Programme has warned that Afghanistan remains one of the world’s most severe hunger crises. John Aylieff, Afghanistan Country Director for the United Nations’ World Food Programme said, “We have a catastrophic nutritional crisis on our hands with two-thirds of the country at a very serious or crisis level for acute malnutrition. This is the highest surge in malnutrition ever recorded in the country. And the lives of 4 million children are hanging in the balance.” The situation is compounded by a moribund economy, a severe drought, two devastating earthquakes in late 2025 and…

Washington : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa hosted a reception in Washington, DC, following the Ramadhan iftar. The reception was part of His Majesty’s current visit to the United States to participate in the first meeting of the Board of Peace at the invitation of His Excellency Donald Trump, the President of the US. The reception was attended by His Excellency President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner, Advisor to the US President. Foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council states, senior US administration officials, members of…

Manama : In implementation of the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Honorary President of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), and under the directives of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, the Foundation has dispatched an urgent relief consignment in cooperation with Operation “Gallant Knight 3” and the Emirates Red Crescent in the United Arab Emirates. The 100-ton consignment comprises healthcare supplies dedicated to women and children, essential food items, medicines, and medical equipment. On…

Madrid : A fire broke out in a top-floor storage room at an apartment building in northeastern Spain, killing five children who were trapped inside and injuring five other people elsewhere in the building, officials said Tuesday. The fire started around 9 P.M. Monday in Manlleu, a town of about 21,000 people in the Catalonia region north of Barcelona.  The victims who died were identified as minors who ranged in age from 14 to 17 and who did not live in the building, Catalan police said. Police were investigating the cause of the fire and the reason why the children…

Abu Dhabi : The United Arab Emirates Space Agency has announced the extension of the Emirates Mars Mission – the Hope Probe – for an additional three years until 2028, in light of the mission’s successes and the continued efficient operation of its scientific instruments, allowing the ongoing collection of precise data on Mars’ atmosphere and climate. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of the Board of the UAE Space Agency, said that the extension reflects the UAE’s commitment to maximising the scientific impact of its space investments and strengthening its role as an active partner…

Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, announced today that all those attending both open days of Formula 1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2026 on Thursday, February 19, and Friday, February 20, will be able to enjoy an exciting fan-engagement experience with an F1 Pit Lane Walk. This exclusive activity is scheduled from 2:05 pm to 2:50 pm on both days, and all ticket holders will be able to enjoy the pit walk at no extra cost. Fans should note that, due to teams working on the cars during the testing period, some garages…

Manama : In line with the continuous efforts of the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) to enhance the user experience of the MyGov app, a bundle of eServices and features has been added during the holy month of Ramadhan. This service facilitates seamless access for citizens and residents, reflecting iGA’s commitment to deliver eServices that meet users’ expectations. The iGA highlighted that the app users can now activate the Adhan sound notification feature, introduced in response to public suggestions submitted via the Tawasul system and the iGA’s social media accounts. This feature aligns with the ongoing #ItsEasier campaign since the…