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Manama : The committee responsible for setting and monitoring petroleum product prices in the local market met to set fuel prices in line with global price changes, while ensuring economic efficiency and financial sustainability. Following the meeting, new fuel prices were approved with effect from December 30 as follows: – Super 98: 0.265 dinars per litre – Premium 95: 0.235 dinars per litre – Regular 91: 0.220 dinars per litre – Diesel: 0.200 dinars per litre, with diesel services for Bahraini fishermen remaining in place

Manama : The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) announced the closure of a tourism establishment after detecting violations of laws and regulations governing tourism activities in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and taking the necessary administrative measures. The Authority said the step is part of its ongoing efforts to regulate the tourism sector, enhance service quality, and ensure compliance with approved standards, reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a leading tourism destination. It also noted the continuation of inspection campaigns, in coordination with relevant authorities, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation and to take legal action in accordance with Decree-Law 15 of…

Manama : Ibrahim bin Hassan Al Hawaj, Minister of Works, underscored the ministry’s commitment to implementing strategic projects to develop and enhance the efficiency of the road network, in line with comprehensive plans to improve services across the Kingdom. This came during a field visit to the bridge linking Shaikh Isa bin Salman Causeway to Avenue 105 in Busaiteen, where he announced the opening of traffic on the bridge. Shaikh Mishal bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Works, Ahmed Sami Al Tajer, Assistant Undersecretary for Roads, and other officials were present. The minister noted that the project,…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (79) of 2025, amending Article (1) of Decision No. (26) of 2008 concerning fees for the issuance and renewal of work permits and residency permits for the families of foreign workers. The Edict was issued based on the recommendation of the Minister of Labour, Chairman of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, and following Cabinet approval. Article (I) Article 1 of Decision No. 26 of 2008 is replaced as follows: Fees payable by employers for each work permit or its renewal,…

Manado : A fire at a retirement home in the city of Manado on Indonesia’s Sulawesi island has killed 16 people. The fire at the Werdha Damai retirement home was ablaze late on Sunday, and authorities are still investigating its cause, Manado police chief Irham Halid said at a press conference. Footage by news channel Metro TV showed the fire blazing through the home, turning the night sky orange, with residents appearing to help one elderly person escape from the burning building. On Monday, the destroyed remnants of the home were filled with debris. Olva Sumual, the home’s caretaker, said…

Cluj-Napoca : Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Table Tennis Association (BTTA) and Vice President of the Asian Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), received the hosting flag for the Kingdom of Bahrain to stage the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Youth Championships next year. The handover took place at the conclusion of the ITTF World Youth Championships held in Romania, marking the start of the countdown to hosting the global event. Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz emphasised that receiving the hosting flag represents a memorable moment and a key milestone in the federation’s journey. She said it…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with HE Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, and HE Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, who were accompanied by their respective deputies and members of both bureaus and the two councils, at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to implementing national plans and initiatives aligned with a comprehensive vision, aimed at enhancing government workstreams. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad underscored that citizens are the cornerstone of the…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 860 inspection campaigns and visits, during the period of December 21-27, which resulted in the detention of 24 violating and irregular workers, while 212 violators were deported.  The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in monitoring a number of violations related to the provisions of a number of regulating laws, especially the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and the Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that legal measures were taken regarding the observed violations. The Authority pointed out that 822 inspection visits were carried out on various…

Manama : Bahrain International Airport (BIA) has been rated the prestigious 5-Star rating by Skytrax, the world’s leading airport and airline rating organisation, marking a milestone fifth consecutive year. Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of BIA, highlighted that this recognition reflects the airport’s consistent standards and its continued focus on delivering exceptional services and facilities. BIA’s continued 5-Star status is a major achievement for the Kingdom, underscoring the airport’s role as Bahrain’s main gateway and its contribution to the country’s broader aviation, tourism, and economic development goals. It also reflects Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its…

Guatemala City : An intermunicipal bus veered off a road in Guatemala and fell into a deep ravine, killing 15 passengers and injuring at least 15 others, authorities said Saturday, and declared three days of national mourning. The accident occurred on Friday night outside the town of Totonicapan, along a route known as the Inter-American Road. Officials said it took rescue workers more than two hours to recover the corpses from the crash site and rescue injured passengers. Fifteen people were still being treated for injuries at local hospitals. Road accidents are common in Guatemala, a mountainous country where transportation…