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Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (79) of 2025, amending Article (1) of Decision No. (26) of 2008 concerning fees for the issuance and renewal of work permits and residency permits for the families of foreign workers. The Edict was issued based on the recommendation of the Minister of Labour, Chairman of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, and following Cabinet approval. Article (I) Article 1 of Decision No. 26 of 2008 is replaced as follows: Fees payable by employers for each work permit or its renewal,…

Manado : A fire at a retirement home in the city of Manado on Indonesia’s Sulawesi island has killed 16 people. The fire at the Werdha Damai retirement home was ablaze late on Sunday, and authorities are still investigating its cause, Manado police chief Irham Halid said at a press conference. Footage by news channel Metro TV showed the fire blazing through the home, turning the night sky orange, with residents appearing to help one elderly person escape from the burning building. On Monday, the destroyed remnants of the home were filled with debris. Olva Sumual, the home’s caretaker, said…

Cluj-Napoca : Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Table Tennis Association (BTTA) and Vice President of the Asian Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), received the hosting flag for the Kingdom of Bahrain to stage the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Youth Championships next year. The handover took place at the conclusion of the ITTF World Youth Championships held in Romania, marking the start of the countdown to hosting the global event. Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz emphasised that receiving the hosting flag represents a memorable moment and a key milestone in the federation’s journey. She said it…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with HE Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, and HE Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, who were accompanied by their respective deputies and members of both bureaus and the two councils, at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to implementing national plans and initiatives aligned with a comprehensive vision, aimed at enhancing government workstreams. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad underscored that citizens are the cornerstone of the…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 860 inspection campaigns and visits, during the period of December 21-27, which resulted in the detention of 24 violating and irregular workers, while 212 violators were deported.  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 violations. The Authority pointed out that 822 inspection visits were carried out on various…

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…