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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the return of a major winter tourism push aimed at driving up visitor numbers for all seven emirates. The ‘world’s coolest winter’ campaign sets out to cement the country’s growing status as a leading tourism destination both at home and abroad. Sheikh Mohammed said departments across the Emirates would work as one to celebrate the best the country has to offer. Local and federal tourism departments are working as one team to establish the UAE as a major tourist destination,” said Sheikh Mohammed on twitter. Sheikh Mohammed said the goal of the scheme…

BRUSSELS : The head of the European Union’s executive branch said Wednesday that omicron is expected to be the dominant coronavirus variant in the 27-nation bloc by mid-January, amid concerns that a dramatic rise in infections will leave Europe shrouded in gloom during the holiday season. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU is well prepared to fight omicron with 66.6% of the bloc’s population fully vaccinated. Von der Leyen expressed disappointment that the pandemic will again disrupt year-end celebrations but said she was confident the EU has the “strength” and “means” to overcome COVID-19. “Like many of you,…

Bahrain : BRAVE CF 56 will mark not only the very first event promoted by the truly global MMA promotion in Serbia but also wrap up the organization’s 2021 calendar. With the fight night scheduled to take place on December 18, the first fighters are already arriving in Belgrade. BRAVE CF President Mohammed Shahid who expressed his excitement about the promotion’s inaugural venture to the Balkans country. “We are excited to be in Serbia for the first time,” says Shahid. “BRAVE CF 56 is in partnership with the Serbian national MMA federation who are some real visionaries and have big…

Hong Kong : Dozens of people were trapped on the rooftop of a Hong Kong skyscraper after a fire broke out on Wednesday, as firefighters rushed to rescue them and put out the blaze. Shoppers and restaurant customers were among those still inside the World Trade Centre, a retail and office complex in the city’s Causeway Bay district, Hong Kong police said. The fire started in the early afternoon at the World Trade Centre on Gloucester Road, a government notice said. The 38-story building houses offices, restaurants and a shopping centre. Twelve people felt unwell and were taken to hospital,…

Bahrain :  Southern Governor His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa hailed the security, stability and prosperity in the Kingdom of Bahrain. He lauded the royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, hailing the follow-up and support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. In a statement today, the Southern Governor commended the directives and support of the Minister of Interior General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa. He was speaking as he honoured the ministry’s security affiliates on the occasion of the Bahrain…

Manama: In light of the integration of the work of the institutions in Bahrain concerned with the care of children, women and the family, the Public Prosecution finds that its duties in providing protection and welfare, while carrying out its judicial duties, calls it to extend its role in contributing to these remarkable national efforts. This is to be achieved by accelerating the prosecution of criminal cases relating to these categories. This requires protection and care, making recommendations and submitting proposals to reduce the number of these cases and their causes. https://youtu.be/uB-MShhDTyo The Public Prosecution has been given the authority…

Bahrain  His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received a Pfizer-BioNTech booster shot. His Royal Highness emphasised the importance of getting vaccinated and receiving a booster shot in order to best protect public health. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister praised Team Bahrain’s relentless mitigation efforts, which have created a safe environment for both citizens and residents. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad reiterated that an effective response to COVID-19 relies upon citizens and residents adhering to precautionary measures. His Royal Highness extended his appreciation to Team Bahrain’s frontline health professionals…

Bahrain : Following the Government Executive Committee’s approval, the National Medical Taskforce for Combatting the Coronavirus (COVID-19), today announced the precautionary adoption of the Yellow Alert Level starting from Sunday 19 December 2021, until Monday 31 January 2022. The Taskforce highlighted that this step is precautionary, the new Omicron variant has not spread in the Kingdom of Bahrain, but the decision has been taken in line with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s approach of prioritising public health through proactive planning and in accordance with international best practice. The Taskforce noted that this decision remains subject to review, and upon further information…

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa arrived in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, heading Bahrain’s delegation to the 42nd meeting of the Supreme Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which will convene today. HM the King was welcomed on arrival by Saudi Crown Prince, Deputy Premier and Minister of Defence, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, members of the Saudi royal family, ministers, the GCC Secretary General Dr. Nayef bin Falah Al-Hajraf and members of Bahrain embassy in Riyadh. https://youtu.be/zqRSl59CZP8 HM the King expressed thanks and appreciation to Custodian of the…

Bahrain : The Consular Services Sector of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the extension of the working hours of the Legalisation, Consular Services Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs until 6pm, on all days of the week except for official holidays, in order to facilitate all consular services for citizens and residents.