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Beijing :Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) President, Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Dauilej, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in the field of air transportation with Civil Aviation Administration of China Administrator Song Zhiyong. The MoU was signed during the visit to China of Saudi civil-aviation officials as part of the ongoing cooperation between the two countries in the air transportation sector. The areas of cooperation outlined in the MoU include expanding the number of air transportation stops, promoting air traffic, and developing and regulating frameworks for cooperation in the field of transportation and air freight between the two…

Manama : The Interior Ministry’s show jumping team won the Show Jumping Championship’s grand competition, organised by the Royal Equestrian and Endurance Racing Federation (BREEF) at the Military Sports Association’s field in Al-Raffa. The event was held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, BREEF President. The team’s General Supervisor, Major-General Abdulaziz Al Rumaihi, congratulated Interior Minister, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa. He also praised the support of the Chief of Public Security Lieutenant-General Tariq Al Hassan for all the Interior Ministry’s sports teams.

Florida : The moon lander dubbed Odysseus is “alive and well” but resting on its side a day after its white-knuckle touchdown as the first private spacecraft ever to reach the lunar surface, and the first from the U.S. since 1972, the company behind the vehicle said on Friday. Houston-based Intuitive Machines , opens new tab also revealed that human error led to a failure of the spacecraft’s laser-based range finders, how engineers detected the glitch by chance hours before landing time, and how they improvised an emergency fix that saved the mission from a probable crash. Although the Odysseus…

Manama : Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc shone brightest this evening as Formula 1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2024 wrapped up under the bright lights of Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) in Sakhir, setting the stage for the final countdown to the new F1 season. Leclerc brought the curtain down on three days of tests by setting the fastest time on another busy day on track at “The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East”. The Monegasque F1 superstar powered his Ferrari SF-24 contender to a best lap of one minute 30.322 seconds, set during the day’s afternoon session. It was the second time…

Manama, Feb. 23 (BNA): In the presence of His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice-President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC) High Committee and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sport, the REHC organised today the 24th race of this season over Bapco Energies Horseracing Cups at its racecourse in Al Raffa, Sakhir. The race was attended by Their Highnesses, sponsors’ representatives, and equestrian sport enthusiasts. Winners of the cups were announced, and Mr. Mark Thomas, Group Chief Executive Officer of Bapco Energies, presented the fourth…

Manama, Feb. 24 (BNA): BTEA announced the extension of the 8th edition of the Bahrain Food Festival, currently taking place at Marassi Al Bahrain in Diyar Al Muharraq, until February 27. This decision comes in light of the significant interest in the festival, while meeting the desires of citizens, residents, and tourists. The authority emphasized its commitment to enrich the festival with more entertainment activities, providing a unique experience for individuals and families. This experience includes a variety of delicious cuisines, ranging from traditional local kitchens to exquisite international dishes. The festival offers a diverse range of flavors and unique…

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will celebrate the anniversary of its Founding Day, observed annually on February 22, with cities across the country abuzz with vibrant cultural and artistic events expressing love, creativity, and loyalty. The projected festivities pay homage to the rich history gifted to us by the leaders of this blessed land and its remarkable citizens, who, through the ages, have carried the torch of progress, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The events will re-enact chapters of the history in time, bringing to life the various stages of prosperity, and adversity, the country has experienced, steadfastly embracing its…

Under the patronage of Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF), BDF held an honouring ceremony in BDF Officers Club, coinciding with the celebration of the 56th anniversary of the establishment of BDF. The Commander-in-Chief deputised Lieutenant General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, Minister of Defense Affairs, to inaugurate BDF Officers Club hall and honour BDF servicemen with a Medallion of Distinction awarded by the Commander-in-Chief. Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, BDF Chief of Staff, was present. The minister said that the BDF has made continuous development strides since its…

Manama : BRAVE Combat Federation, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s sporting jewel, continues to expand the reach and exposure of the country around the world. Mohammed Shahid, Advisor of the president of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, president of BRAVE CF, and CEO of KHK Sports, was invited by Mr. Dimitar Nikolov, Mayor of Burgas, one of the biggest cities in Bulgaria, to discuss the Kingdom’s visionary sports development expansion strategy with views to implementing it in Burgas. Through BRAVE Combat Federation, the exposure of the Kingdom of Bahrain has reached 30 nations with events being held in five continents, a world…

General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior, received Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs and Head of Maan (together) programme against violence and addiction; and Ali Ameeni, Director of the programme. Maan has won the Kuwait Creativity Awareness Award 2024 at the Arab Media Forum held recently in Kuwait. It was selected from among more than 1000 entries. The minister commended Maan’s accomplishments and the distinguished performance of its team. He said that the programme represents an active strategy to fight extremism and ignorance through education. General Shaikh Rashid noted…