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Manama : Civil Defence teams successfully extinguished a fire that broke out in a warehouse containing building materials and furniture in Salmabad. Cooling operations were carried out following the fire to prevent any possible reignition. The General Directorate of Civil Defence said that 17 vehicles and 48 officers and personnel were deployed to the site immediately after the incident was reported. The fire was brought under control and contained, preventing it from spreading further. No injuries were reported, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.

Manama : The General Directorate of Civil Defence has intensified inspections of chemical storage sites in industrial facilities as part of its comprehensive safety oversight strategy. The campaign aims to ensure compliance with national and international standards for hazardous materials storage, including the presence of appropriate safety systems such as ventilation, alarms, and emergency plans. Inspection teams are conducting on-site checks to verify that all safety requirements are met and are raising awareness among staff about proper safety procedures and the correct handling of hazardous chemicals. This initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to promote a culture of prevention and…

Manama : Lulwa Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), emphasised that Bahrain’s election to the Executive Board of UN Women for the 2026–2028 term reflects the Kingdom’s growing international role in women’s advancement. She attributed the achievement to the efforts of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the SCW, whose support has been key to empowering Bahraini women and advancing their leadership. Al Awadhi noted that Bahrain secured one of five Asia-Pacific seats, alongside Japan, China, the Republic of Korea and the…

Nice : French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the international treaty for the high seas, which focuses on preserving marine areas beyond national jurisdiction and ensuring sustainable use, has garnered enough support to come into effect in early 2026. In his speech at the United Nations third Ocean Conference in Nice on Monday, Macron said that 55 countries have completed ratification of the treaty. He added that approximately 15 more countries are in the process of ratification, with the goal of completing this by the end of the year, thus achieving the necessary number for the treaty to take effect.…

Makkah : Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) transported approximately 1.87 million passengers via the Holy Sites Train between the stations in Mina, Muzdalifah, and Arafat during the operational period from the 7th of Dhul Hijjah until the end of the Tashreeq days, conducting 2,154 trips. The operational plan for the Holy Sites Train included five main movements. The first movement commenced on the 7th of Dhul Hijjah and continued until sunset on the 8th, during which over 27,000 passengers were transported. The second movement involved transporting 282,000 pilgrims from Mina to Arafat. The third movement saw the transfer of 294,000 pilgrims…

Manama : On the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the National Human Rights Committee, paid tribute Bahrain’s unwavering commitment to fostering mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and cultural understanding. He emphasised that these values, central to Bahrain’s foreign policy and national identity, are vital to advancing global peace, human rights, and justice. Dr. Al Zayani commended the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, supported by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for their…

Manama: Yousef bin Abdulhussein Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Minister of Labour, announced the implementation of a ministerial decision prohibiting work during midday for workers exposed to direct sunlight in open areas. The ban will take effect from June 15 to September 15, extending the previous two month ban to three months. The minister noted that the extension reflects Bahrain’s commitment to continuously developing national legislation and ministerial decisions aimed at enhancing occupational health and safety and protecting the workforce from summer related illnesses. He added that the decision aligns with the Ministry of Labour’s efforts to ensure…

Nice : Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, and Hamad Yaqoub Al Mahmeed, Director General of the Prime Minister’s Office, participated in the Third United Nations Ocean Conference 2025, hosted in Nice, France, from June 9 to 13. The Kingdom of Bahrain’s delegation also included Essam Abdulaziz Al Jassim, Ambassador of Bahrain to the French Republic. The conference, held under the theme “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean,” is co-chaired by the French Republic and the Republic of Costa Rica. It brings together a wide range of participants,…

Washington : Electricity bills in the United States are expected to rise this summer due to increased natural gas prices and higher than average temperatures, according to the latest data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Government figures indicate that with temperatures forecast to exceed seasonal norms across much of the country, and natural gas prices up 37% compared to the same period last year, the average household electricity bill for June, July, and August is projected to increase by 4% compared to last summer. The data suggests the average monthly bill will reach USD 186 this year, up…

Washington : Two people were killed after falling trees caused by severe storms in the US states of Mississippi and Georgia. According to local authorities, the storms brought heavy rain, strong winds, and downed trees and power lines as they moved through the region. Nearly 150,000 people across southern states, from Texas to South Carolina, experienced power outages.