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U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Wednesday said North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs pose a global threat, after Pyongyang’s unveiling of previously unseen intercontinental ballistic missiles at a predawn military parade. The appearance of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) during a weekend parade in North Korea captivated many Western analysts. But officials in South Korea were far more concerned by the display of new multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) and fast, maneuverable short-range missiles that would be ideal for striking targets in the South. Speaking before the start of a meeting with his South Korean counterpart at the…

The World Bank is calling for $25 billion in further COVID-19 emergency financing to help the world’s poorest countries grapple with the massive challenges of the global pandemic, the Bank’s president said on Wednesday. David Malpass told finance ministers and central bank governors of the G20 major economies that he would propose the supplemental financing package later this month to deputies of the International Development Association, the World Bank arm that helps the world’s poorest countries. Malpass underscored concerns about the rising risk of “disorderly defaults” among low-income countries, and said the World Bank and International Monetary Fund had proposed…

LuLu Hypermarket’s Shop & Win Promotion first e- raffle draw took place on October 4th, 2020 and 400 lucky shoppers were selected to take home BD 25,000 worth of gift vouchers. The Shop & Win promotion consist of BD 150,000 worth of Lulu Shopping Gift Cards in denominations of BD 100, BD 50 and BD 25 which were awarded to shoppers through an e-raffle draw. There will be 5 raffle draws till the end of the year. All winners can visit the Customer Service counter at Lulu Hypermarket, Dana Mall and collect their prizes. There are 150 winners of BD…

An ad-hoc committee set up to manage the contributions made to “Feena Al Khair” campaign has coordinated with the education ministry to distribute 10,000 laptops to students from needy families. The laptops will be used by the students as the new academic year starts with courses to be delivered virtually following the restrictions taken by the authorities to ensure the safety of students and school staff. The Executive Committee, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, had assigned the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) to set…

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un promised to build at least 25,000 homes over the next five years as citizens begin an 80-day campaign to achieve economic goals despite growing crises, state media said on Wednesday. North Korea has had a tough year grappling with typhoons that battered towns, international sanctions and the impact of anti-coronavirus measures, despite no reports of infections, to the disbelief of U.S. and South Korean officials. Visiting one of the areas worst hit by the recent typhoons, Kim expressed regret over the decades-old homes that were destroyed and urged the military for a more ambitious…

The biggest World War Two bomb ever found in Poland exploded under water on Tuesday as navy divers tried to defuse it. More than 750 people had been evacuated from the area near the Piast Canal outside the town of Swinoujscie where the Tallboy bomb used by Britain’s Royal Air Force (RAF) was found. It weighed nearly 5,400 kg, including 2,400 kg of explosive. “The deflagration process turned into detonation. The object can be considered as neutralised, it will not pose any more threat,” Second-Lieutenant Grzegorz Lewandowski, the spokesman of the 8th Coastal Defense Flotilla, was quoted as saying by…

Nasser bin Hamad Premier League ceremony was held under the patronage of His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al-Khalifa. Bahrain Football Association Chairman Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Khalifa congratulated and handed over the trophy to The Hidd team champions of the league. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al-Khalifa said that this year’s season was successful and ended on a high note despite the challenges resulting from the novel coronavirus. https://youtu.be/JOEfQHKX3B8 HH praised club’s board, chaired by Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, administrative and technical team and players…

The number of COVID-19 cases in September has risen over 2,600 when compared to August. “The recklessness in following the guidelines by the public has resulted in the number of cases increased to 5,715,” said Dr. Waleed Al Manea, Undersecretary of the MOH in a press conference held by the National team to combat COVID-19. https://youtu.be/JlA-KLYSNWY The reason for the increased number of cases in September is due to the gatherings during Ashura. Al-Manea called upon everyone to follow the guidelines and ‘Commit For Bahrain’.

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, started a month-long breast cancer awareness campaign to shed light on the importance of early detection for women’s health around the world. The airline’s flight attendants will be wearing pink masks throughout the month of October to mark this occasion and Falcon Gold passengers will be served with refreshing ‘pink’ welcome drinks. Gulf Air is involved in various Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives with a number of local organizations. The airline reinforces its commitment to being a responsible entity with initiatives to promote health and raise awareness within its staff and…

Dr. Arun Kumar Praharaj, CEO of Dadabhai Group of Companies was conferred with the honour of being included among the ‘Top 20 Most Inspirational People of Odisha’ by The Interview Times for his remarkable contributions in the field of social service on the auspicious day of Gandhi Jayanti, 2nd October 2020. Dr. Praharaj received the honour from world-renowned Social Entrepreneur and Isa Award for Service to Humanity recipient, Dr. Achyuta Samanta at an event he attended virtually from Bahrain. Upon receiving the award Dr. Praharaj said; ” I am humbled and grateful to the Jury and The Interview Times. It…