Author: News Desk

New York : Heavy rain swept across parts of the US Northeast on Monday night, inundating sections of New York and New Jersey with flash flooding that stranded vehicles in roadways, closed subway lines and led to the declaration of a state of emergency. Flash flood watches and warnings were in place in parts of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas as downpours moved through the region.

Abu Dhabi : Etihad Airways has announced seven additional new destinations to further expand its network as part of its ongoing strategy to bring more point-to-point traffic directly to Abu Dhabi. The new destinations – Almaty, Kazakhstan; Baku, Azerbaijan; Bucharest, Romania; Medina, Saudi Arabia; Tbilisi, Georgia; Tashkent, Uzbekistan; and Yerevan, Armenia – will further strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a thriving hub for tourism, culture, and commerce. The flights are set to go on sale over the next few days, and services will begin in March 2026, with Medina to start operating in November 2025. These latest additions bring Etihad’s…

Jeddah : The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, chaired the Saudi Cabinet session in Jeddah, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The Cabinet reviewed the overall work of the state, particularly in relation to the development of cooperation and partnership relations, and the enhancement of regional and international coordination and integration in a way that strengthens the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s position and pivotal role, given the promising opportunities and unique capabilities provided by its Vision. The Cabinet discussed the outcomes of the Kingdom’s participation in regional and international meetings, as part of its…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (44) of 2025 regarding the reformation of the National Commission for Childhood, based on a proposal by the Minister of Social Development and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article (I) The National Commission for Childhood shall be restructured under the chairmanship of the Minister of Social Development, with the following members: 1. Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development – representing the Ministry of Social Development 2. Member of the Supreme Council for Women – representing the Supreme Council for Women 3.…

Manama : The Social Insurance Organisation SIO announced that it has begun applying Article 12 of the Unified Insurance Protection System for GCC citizens working outside their home countries. This ensures continued insurance coverage under Law (68) of 2006. Employers must review their insurance status, settle any dues, and pay on time to avoid penalties, especially in Bahrain’s private sector. An online workshop will be held soon to explain the changes, with details shared via official channels.

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain welcomed the announcement by the Syrian Arab Republic government of a ceasefire in the southern province of As-Suwayda, viewing it as a step toward enhancing security, strengthening stability, and preserving civil peace. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Bahrain’s support for Syria’s security and stability, emphasising the importance of preserving its sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, while also supporting the aspirations of the Syrian people for peace and sustainable development

Manama : stc Bahrain has announced that the 2Africa cable system – Pearls, the world’s longest submarine cable, has successfully landed in Bahrain, marking a significant milestone in global connectivity. With a US$ 205 million investments in 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system, this massive lift up in international connectivity towards Bahrain will reinforce the Kingdom as a powerful ICT hub, speeding up digital transformation across connected countries, attracting significant international investment opportunities, creating jobs and boosting innovation across sectors. The live landing of 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system next to Seef District on June 4 was witnessed by Dr. Shaikh…

Manama : The 14th edition of Youth City 2030 will open tomorrow, Sunday, at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre. The initiative is organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs, in strategic partnership with the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), under the theme Beyond Dreams. The initiative is one of the key national projects launched by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs. It aims to develop national competencies and support the local labour market by empowering skilled and productive youth. Marwan Fouad Kamal, Undersecretary at the Ministry of Youth…

Manama : The inauguration ceremony of Bharathi Association’s new premises at Um Al Hassam was celebrated in a grand and memorable manner. The Chief Guest of the evening was His Excellency Vinod K. Jacob, the Indian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Guest of Honour was Chevalier Dr. V.G. Santhosam, a legendary entrepreneur, Chairman of the VGP Group, and founder of the World Tamil Sangam. Renowned for his philanthropy and passion for Tamil literature, Dr. Santhosam has generously donated 183 statues of the great Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar across the world. The inauguration commenced with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by His…

Manama : The BRAVE CF 97 professional mixed martial arts championship is set to commence on Saturday in Burgas, Bulgaria. The event is organised by BRAVE Combat Federation, headquartered in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in collaboration with the Bulgarian Fight Agency (BFA).  This edition of the championship includes 18 fighters representing 11 countries: Bahrain, Bulgaria, England, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Algeria, France, Georgia, Colombia, Venezuela, Germany, and The Gambia. Representing the Kingdom of Bahrain is KHK MMA fighter Murad Guseinov, who will face Colombian fighter Gabriel Bula.  The main event brings together Algerian veteran Mohamed Said Maalem and Bulgarian…