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The University of Bahrain (UoB) launched six new postgraduate programs, in response to the requirements of the renewable labor market. The university stressed that it will continue offering quality programs in line with Bahrain’s 2030 Economic Vision seeking to find effective education that contributes to comprehensive and sustainable development. UoB’s College of Engineering offered four new programs: Master in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications, Master in Communication and Network Engineering, Master in Renewable Energy Engineering, and Master of Architecture. The College of Business Administration offered: Master in Real Estate Development and Property Management, and Master in Financial technology (Fintech). The postgraduate…

The Bahrain health ministry continued conducting random COVID-19 testing, through well-equipped mobile units and well-qualified and trained medical staff, for all citizens and residents around the kingdom, as part of the measures taken by the kingdom to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus. Dr. Taghreed Ajoor, Head of mobile units, said that the total daily tests reach nearly 2,300 with 300-400 tests conducted in each area. She explained that these random tests aim to monitor asymptomatic cases in order to speed their recovery and limit the number of infections they might cause. These campaigns also contribute to raising awareness…

Bahrain Odia Samaj celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi in line with COVID-19 regulations at Founder, Dr. Arun Kumar Praharaj’s residence. The limited number of devotees present were tested and had taken necessary precautions prior to entering the premises. “The Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations this year, though modest were most enjoyable. We brought Lord Ganesha home from our usual idol vendor in Manama, the country’s capital.” https://youtu.be/SYobPyVKFgs In light of the recent occurrence of a Ganesh idol being destroyed at a store, there were apprehensions around the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in the country. However, Bahrain’s inclusive temperament and immediate action by relevant authorities put…

The leader of India’s main opposition Congress party offered to resign on Monday, domestic media said, after almost two dozen top leaders called for better decision-making in the party, which has ruled for much of the country’s independent history. The call, made in a letter, is a rare challenge to the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty that has dominated Congress since India won independence in 1947 from colonial ruler Britain. But Prime Minster Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party has dealt the party heavy defeats in two general elections. Italian-born Sonia Gandhi, widow of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi, asked the party…

President Donald Trump on Sunday announced emergency authorization to treat COVID-19 patients with convalescent plasma — a move he called “a breakthrough,” one of his top health officials called “promising” and other health experts said needs more study before it’s celebrated. The announcement came after White House officials complained there were politically motivated delays by the Food and Drug Administration in approving a vaccine and therapeutics for the disease that has upended Trump’s reelection chances. On the eve of the Republican National Convention, Trump put himself at the center of the FDA’s announcement of the authorization at a news conference…

India’s main opposition Congress Party called a meeting of its highest decision-making body on Monday, following a letter from almost two dozen top leaders seeking changes to the way the party is run. Long a dominant force in Indian politics, the Congress has suffered two heavy defeats in general elections by the Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party, led by current Prime Minster Narendra Modi. The letter, that calls for better decision making within the party, is a rare challenge to the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty, that has dominated the Congress since India won independence from colonial power Great Britain in 1947. The signatories…

The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) has launched #AskDXBOfficial, an initiative that gives the public and the media a chance to ask questions to Dubai’s senior government officials. The initiative is part of GDMO’s objective of creating platforms that allow the community to clarify issues and concerns with government officials. The first #AskDXBOfficial interaction this week featured Major General Mohammed Al Marri, the Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai. Al Marri answered a series of questions on current immigration and travel procedures and protocols for citizens and residents. Alia Al Theeb,…

Chairperson of the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR), Maria Khoury, has stressed that Bahrain is interested in human rights as they are an integral part of the national fundamentals, noting that guaranteeing civil and political rights and liberties emanates from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s sound vision. She underlined the importance of ensuring justice, equality and dignity for all human beings, without distinction, stressing that the culture of human rights respect has become a lifestyle in the Kingdom of Bahrain. “The NIHR presented its views on the National Human Rights Plan a year and a half…

Fire crews made slow progress Saturday battling some of the largest wildfires in California history — thanks to improved weather conditions and additional resources coming from others states. But danger loomed with the threat of thunderstorms and lightning forecast for Sunday that could spark new fires and overwhelm firefighters battling hundreds of fires throughout the state. Light winds, cool and moist air hitting land from the ocean and more equipment arriving for firefighters helped them make their most significant progress battling three massive Northern California fire “complexes” — multiple wildfires in one area being treated as a single incident. They…

Social distancing is one of the easiest and most efficient ways to avoid virus infection, a family physician has said. When applied properly, social distancing will prevent the virus from spreading and will accelerate its elimination, Dr. Reem Al Saffar said as she lauded Bahrain’s steady efforts to mitigate COVID-19. Social distancing means maintaining a safe distance between people to help limit the spread of the virus and reduce the risk of infection, she added. Maintaining social distancing is important, even if the person is not infected, as it is a precautionary measure intended to stay away from possible infection…