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Manama : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, extended congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and to His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on the occasion of Bahrain Police Day, observed annually on December 14. The Finance Minister emphasised the national role of the police in maintaining the security and stability of the Kingdom of Bahrain. He expressed pride in their dedicated efforts, which support the country’s comprehensive development. He also highlighted the significant achievements of Bahrain Police in safeguarding security…

Manama : The Interior Ministry’s show jumping team won first place in the Grand Prix of the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF) Showjumping Championship. The event, organised by BREEF, was held at the Military Sports Union arena. Brigadier Abdulaziz Al Rumaihi, the team’s supervisor, extended his highest congratulations to His Excellency Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa. He also commended the support and close follow-up of the Chief of Public Security, Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan, to all sports teams during their participation in local, regional and international championships, which has contributed to achieving outstanding…

Manama : The Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA), in cooperation with the Royal Academy of Police (RAP), celebrated the winning participant teams from public and private university students who won the 2025 AI GameDay Challenge. The event was organised in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Amazon Web Services (AWS), with support from stc Bahrain. The challenge is in line with efforts by the iGA to advance digital innovation, build AI and cloud computing talent, and prepare future generations with knowledge and hands-on skills. Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, Chief Executive of the iGA; Major General Fawaz Hasan…

Dubai : The Kingdom of Bahrain delegation continued its strong showing at the Asian Youth Para Games in the United Arab Emirates from December 7-14, achieving a notable milestone by winning three medals in the first continental appearance for several of its athletes. Meshal Buqais won gold in the club throw in athletics, while Ibrahim Radwan claimed bronze in para taekwondo and Abdullah Khamis added another bronze in the javelin throw.

Dubai : The Kingdom of Bahrain’s para-athlete Meshal Buqais won gold in the club throw, securing the national team’s first gold medal at the Asian Youth Para Games. The achievement is especially significant as it was his first continental competition. Buqais’s victory was the result of determination and focused preparation, demonstrating consistent performance that enabled him to surpass many of Asia’s leading athletes.

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today attended the Al Raffah Media Festival, held at the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club (REHC), in Al Raffah. The Festival featured three races: the Al Raffah Media Cup, the Celebrate Bahrain Cup, and the NAD Holding Cup. Winners of the cups were announced, and Mrs. Sarah Ahmed Buheji, CEO of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA), presented the Celebrate Bahrain Cup to Abdullah Fawzi Nass, while His Highness Shaikh Nader bin Mohammed bin Salman Al Khalifa received the NAD Holding Cup…

Washington : Heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding in the US state of Washington, prompting evacuation orders for tens of thousands of residents and a statewide emergency declaration. Governor Bob Ferguson urged residents in high-risk areas to evacuate immediately as rising water levels affected up to 100,000 people and reached record heights, leading to the closure of more than 30 major highways. National Guard teams were deployed to support rescue operations after multiple rivers overflowed, inundating towns and large agricultural areas. The floods come amid a series of powerful storms affecting the Pacific Northwest, with warnings of continued severe weather in…

Washington : US President Donald Trump signed an executive order preventing individual US states from adopting their own regulations on artificial intelligence, warning that differing state rules risk creating regulatory gridlock as the United States competes with China for technological leadership. The decision comes despite calls from lawmakers, civil liberties groups and consumer advocates for tighter oversight of AI technologies. Trump said centralised federal approval is necessary to avoid fragmented requirements across 50 states.

Washington : The US House of Representatives passed a massive defense policy bill authorising a record $901 billion in annual military spending, paving the way for the must-pass measure to become law for a 65th straight year. The National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA, authorises Pentagon programs, but does not fund them. Congress must separately pass funding in a spending bill for the fiscal year ending in September 2026. The legislation is a compromise between versions of the NDAA passed earlier this year by the Senate and House. The $901 billion in defense spending is $8 billion more than His…

Manama : The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) is finalising preparations to launch Hawa Al Manama, taking place from December 25, 2025, to January 15, 2026, as part of the Celebrate Bahrain season. The event will offer interactive experiences inspired by Bahrain’s cultural and economic transformation between the 1960s and 1990s. Sara Ahmed Buhejji, Chief Executive Officer of BTEA, said the event’s location in the old souq carries particular significance, reflecting the historical importance of Manama and the role it played in shaping the economic and social identity of the Kingdom of Bahrain. She noted that the old souq…