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Manama : The Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA) inaugurated the “From Hand to Hand – 100-Years-New Craft” exhibition at the Bahrain National Museum as part of the 19th Spring of Culture Festival. The event was attended by Japanese Ambassador to Bahrain, Okai Asako, alongside senior BACA officials, dignitaries, and cultural figures. Organised in collaboration with Chawan Authentic Japanese Tea House, Budoor Steele, and Hanai Suzuki, the exhibition is supported by the Embassy of Japan in Bahrain and several corporate sponsors. It showcases the craftsmanship of five Shokunin (Japanese master artisans), highlighting the evolution of Japanese handicrafts and their…

Beijing : China’s National Meteorological Centre has renewed a yellow alert for a cold wave, forecasting a significant drop in temperatures across most of the country in the coming days. The centre reported that temperatures in central and eastern China, as well as the Qinghai Tibet Plateau, are expected to fall by 6 to 10 degrees Celsius from Saturday to Tuesday. Residents have been urged to take precautions to stay warm and protect crops and aquatic products. A yellow alert for heavy fog was also issued, with visibility expected to drop to less than one kilometre in parts of the…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa hosted an iftar banquet at Al Rawdha Palace this evening to mark the beginning of the holy month of Ramadhan. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, attended the banquet. Also in attendance were members of the royal family, including Their Highnesses HM the King’s sons, members of the Royal Family Council, and senior family members. They extended their congratulations to His Majesty, wishing prosperity for the Kingdom of Bahrain under His Majesty’s leadership. His Majesty thanked the attendees and extended his…

Manama : Al Hilal Medical Center – Hidd organized a Kids drawing competition at Thai Mart in collaboration with Kids Palace and Thai Mart on Friday 28th Feb 2025 for kids aged between 2-6 years. The event was graced by His Excellency the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Bahrain, Mr. Sumate Chulajate, along with Dr. Sharath, CEO of Al Hilal Healthcare Group, who added an official and distinguished touch to the occasion. His Excellency the Ambassador expressed his pleasure at seeing the children actively participate in the event and emphasized the importance of creating more such opportunities in…

Manama : Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Governor of the Capital Governorate, received Sultan bin Ali Al Khater, Ambassador of Qatar to Bahrain. The two sides highlighted the Bahrain-Qatar ties and highlighted the efforts between the two countries to strengthen cooperation in various domains.

Manama : The Ministry of Information has announced that registration for traditional games competitions as part of the Heritage Village Evenings Festival, which runs until the 18th of the holy month, has opened. The ministry has set the registration period from February 28 to March 3, emphasising that prior registration is mandatory and no registrations will be accepted after this date. The competitions include three traditional games: Carrom, Cote 6, and Dominoes. Participation is open to all age groups of citizens and residents, whether amateurs or professionals. The registration fee is 3 dinars per participant, who must adhere to…

Manama : Faris Mustafa Al Kooheji, Secretary General of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, commended the launch of the inaugural Knights Sports Tournament, which will be held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, during the holy month of Ramadhan. Al Kooheji highlighted that the tournament is a valuable addition to Bahrain’s sports events, reflecting His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s dedication to supporting the sports movement, promoting fair competition, and encouraging…

Manama : Abdulrahman Al Zayani, Director of the Television Directorate at the Ministry of Information, announced the lineup of programmes and dramas scheduled for broadcast on Bahrain TV during the holy month of Ramadhan.  Al Zayani underscored the ministry’s commitment to delivering rich and creative content that reflects Bahrain’s national identity and heritage. He highlighted that, under the directives of Dr. Ramzan bin Abdullah Al Noaimi, Minister of Information, Bahrain TV aims to support and showcase young Bahraini media talents, providing them with opportunities to present their creative ideas. This initiative aims to improve TV content while showcasing Bahrain’s media…

Manama : The Bahrain Mixed Martial Arts Federation (BMMAF) will launch the HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad MMA Open Championship 2025 on Thursday, February 27, at Khalifa Sports City. The championship will feature teams from clubs, centres, and academies specialising in MMA, along with participants from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The official weigh-in for all participants will take place on Thursday, February 27, from 8:00 am to 9:00 am at Khalifa Sports City, with the competitions set to begin at 5:00 pm. Mohammed Ali Qambar, President of the BMMAF thanked His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First…

Casablanca : Morocco’s National Office of Railways (ONCF) has finalised contracts worth 29 billion dirhams ($2.9 billion) for the acquisition of 168 new trains, reinforcing the country’s push to modernise its rail network ahead of 2030. The procurement plan aims to replace ONCF’s aging fleet while accommodating rising passenger demand. It also supports major infrastructure projects, including extending the high-speed rail line from Kenitra to Marrakech and developing regional transit services such as an RER-style network in key urban hubs. ONCF awarded contracts to three firms offering the most technically and economically advantageous bids. French company Alstom secured the contract…