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Sydney : Heavy rain pummelled New Zealand’s South Island on Tuesday, triggering flooding and forcing the closure of roads and bridges, as a powerful storm that caused widespread destruction in the capital Wellington since the weekend moved south. New Zealand’s weather bureau said a low-pressure system off the east coast could bring further bursts of heavy rain through Tuesday, warning that rivers and streams could rise rapidly and that landslips were possible. Large waves and dangerous sea conditions are also expected, MetService New Zealand said in its latest update. A local state of emergency was declared on the Banks Peninsula…

Doha : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar, as part of His Royal Highness’s visit to Qatar. His Royal Highness highlighted the longstanding relations between Qatar and Bahrain, supported by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Amir of the State of Qatar. His Royal Highness conveyed the greetings of HM the King to HH the Amir of Qatar, along with His Majesty’s best…

Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, is set to host the second official pre-season testing session ahead of the new 2026 Formula 1 World Championship, from Wednesday, February 18, to Friday, February 20. The circuit has invited ticket holders of the Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 to attend the second pre-season testing session free of charge as part of its early bird offer, which was launched for those who purchased their tickets before 8 September last year. They will be able to enter free of charge on Thursday and Friday, 19 and 20…

Manama : In implementation of the decision of the Ministers of Interior of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States at their 42nd meeting, held in the State of Kuwait on November 12, 2025, approving the first phase of the “Single Travel Point” air system between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, in cooperation with the GCC General Secretariat officially launched the service on Tuesday at Bahrain International Airport, marking the commencement of the first phase of the GCC project. The launch ceremony was attended by the Deputy Minister of Interior, Lieutenant General Adel bin Khalifa Al Fadhel;…

Muscat :   His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with His Majesty Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, Sultan of the Sultanate of Oman, as part of His Royal Highness’s visit to Oman. His Royal Highness highlighted the strength of the partnership between Bahrain and Oman, affirming the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing cooperation to achieve shared aspirations, in line with the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said. His Royal Highness conveyed the greetings of HM the King…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa deputised His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, to honour the winners of the fifth edition of the King Hamad Award for Youth Empowerment to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, in the presence of a number of Their Excellencies ministers and senior officials. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad said that the award has become a milestone and a pioneering international initiative, as the first award dedicated specifically to empowering youth in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. His…

Manama : The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) held a press conference to launch its new strategy for 2026 – 2030 and to highlight the most prominent achievements the fund has accomplished since its establishment 20 years ago, including its key role in supporting the development process and strengthening the private sector to serve as the main engine of the national economy. The new strategy was unveiled with a focus on directing support towards priority sectors and future skills, contributing to maximising the impact of support and achieving positive returns with direct reflections on the national economy and Bahrainis, in line with…

Manama : The Ministry of Cabinet Affairs participated in the Bahrain Sports Day with a series of sports and health awareness activities. The ministry’s participation supports national efforts to invest in human capital and enhance quality of life, while promoting a culture of physical activity to strengthen public health and improve productivity in the work environment.

Manama : As part of ongoing government efforts to enhance public services, 26 services across 11 government entities were developed between January 15 and February 12. Key improvements included reducing processing times for issuing, renewing and amending aircraft maintenance certificates by the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications; expediting the review of living expense disbursement requests for minors by the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments; enabling electronic issuance of property ownership documents and shortening issuance times at the Survey and Land Registration Bureau; reducing the duration of traffic impact assessments (TIA and TIS) by the Urban Planning and Development…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court and Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC), attended the 19th race of the 2025/2026 season, held at the club’s racecourse in Al Raffah, Sakhir. The race was held for the Al Sharif Group and Crown Industries Cups, as well as the Safra Cup, and was attended by a number of Their Highnesses and Excellencies, along with representatives of the sponsoring entities. The event featured a competitive atmosphere alongside a variety of accompanying entertainment activities. The…