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Phnom Penh : Thailand and Cambodia announced that they have agreed on an immediate ceasefire following weeks of fierce border clashes between the two countries. In a joint statement issued by the General Border Committee, the two sides said the ceasefire would take effect from 12:00 noon local time and would cover all types of weapons, as well as civilian and military targets, across all areas. Thailand’s state television reported that Thai Defence Minister Natthaphon Narkphanit and his Cambodian counterpart Tea Seiha signed the joint statement confirming the ceasefire agreement.

Manama : Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor, Royal Guard Commander, and Secretary General of the Supreme Defence Council, won first place in the individual category of the 6th Royal Bahraini Air Force Golf Tournament, held at Al Suqoor Golf Course at the Royal Bahraini Air Force’s Isa Air Base, with wide participation and a distinguished sporting atmosphere.  The tournament featured competition over 18 holes, with His Highness securing first place in the gross scoring. Khalifa Al Marisi placed second, Nasser Yaqoob third, and Khalifa Al Kaabi fourth. His Highness commended the Royal Bahraini…

Manama : Bahrain has been ranked second regionally and 15th globally among 197 countries on the World Bank Group’s 2025 GovTech Maturity Index (GTMI), a milestone achievement. The report classified Bahrain in Category A among countries with a “very high digital maturity”. The Kingdom recorded an overall maturity rate of 93.6% in 2025, compared to 51% in 2020, which subsequently rose to 83% in 2022. This year’s record results reflect the country’s remarkable progress in consolidating its position as a regional leader in eGovernment services and building a comprehensive system to encourage innovation. The Kingdom also achieved an exceptional milestone…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today attended the official launch of the second edition of Hawa Al Manama festival, one of the flagship events of the Celebrate Bahrain season.  Running until mid-January 2026, the festival celebrates the rich heritage of the Manama Souq and the cultural heartbeat of the Kingdom’s capital. His Highness highlighted the vital role of local tourism events in showcasing the diverse cultural and rich historical landscape of the Kingdom of Bahrain, outlining that these events strengthen Bahrain’s attractiveness as a regional and global tourist destination, by providing quality experiences…

Bristol : A pair of explosions and a fire, apparently sparked by leaking gas, ripped through a nursing home near Philadelphia on Tuesday, killing at least two people and prompting an intense search for victims in a collapsed portion of the building. Five people were believed to be missing hours after the blasts and flames ravaged the Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol Township, about 21 miles (33 km) northeast of Philadelphia, Bristol Township Fire Marshal Kevin Dippolito said. Besides the two people killed, an unspecified number of survivors were injured, adding that numerous patients and staff initially trapped inside…

Manama : Under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and in conjunction with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Day celebrations and the 26th anniversary of His Majesty’s accession to the throne and the accompanying national events, the Ministry of Labour held its 40th annual ceremony to honour outstanding and exemplary workers in private sector establishments. The ceremony recognised distinguished national figures, human resources professionals, institutions, and workers from across Bahrain’s productive and economic sectors. The event was attended by Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives; Yousif bin Abdulhussain Khalaf, Minister…

Manama : Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan, Chief of Police, honoured two police personnel from the Special Security Force, Mohammed Majed and Bilal Akbar, in recognition of their vigilance and sense of responsibility in rescuing a three-year-old child from drowning and administering first aid before she was transferred to hospital for treatment. The Chief of Police commended the police personnel for their swift response and high level of professionalism, noting that their humanitarian action reflects the values of police personnel and the Ministry of Interior’s readiness and efficiency in handling emergencies. He emphasised that Bahrain’s Police remain committed to protecting…

Paris : The French parliament began debating an emergency bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown next week, after negotiations failed to reach an agreement on the 2026 budget. Members of the National Assembly introduced several amendments to the bill and are expected to vote on it later on Tuesday, followed by the Senate.

Galveston : A small Mexican Navy plane transporting a young medical patient and seven others crashed Monday near Galveston, killing at least five people. Four of the people aboard were Navy officers, and four were civilians, including a child. Two of the passengers were from a nonprofit that provides aid to Mexican children with severe burns, including transport to a Galveston hospital. U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer Luke Baker said at least five aboard had died. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Manama : The Political Associations Affairs Office at the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments said that a recent statement by several political associations included selective information on public finance reform initiatives, giving a misleading impression of these initiatives and their goals. The ministry added that these initiatives are being discussed within the framework of cooperation between the executive and legislative authorities, emphasising the importance of handling public affairs responsibly and prioritising citizens’ interests at all stages of planning and implementation.