“StylistWithin” and “Darb” Crowned as Winners in the 24th Edition of StartUp Bahrain Pitch
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the entrepreneurship ecosystem and support the growth of Bahraini startups, StartUp Bahrain – the Kingdom’s leading national platform, supported by Tamkeen, hosted the 24th edition of StartUp Bahrain Pitch. The event was held in collaboration ...
The Bill That Makes You Sick!
“Bahrain’s pharmaceutical regulations are in place for sound reasons. Medicines must be sold in manufacturer-sealed packaging to prevent contamination, ensure quality control, reduce tampering, and maintain proper monitoring of regulated drugs. These safeguards are essen...
Fake Police Officers Rob Garage in Salmabad
The High Criminal Court of Appeal confirmed a five-year prison sentence for five men involved in a violent robbery at a Salmabad garage.
The gang allegedly plotted the crime at a defendant’s home, targeting an Asian man...
Diplomats Join Language Celebration in Bahrain
The Bangladesh Embassy in Bahrain celebrated International Mother Language Day on 24 February at the Arab Open University auditorium in A'ali. The event was organized under the Embassy’s supervision with support from the United Nations in Bahrain, Arab Open U...
Bahrain and China Praise Strong Military Ties
His Excellency Lieutenant-General Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force, received Colonel Wang Tao, the military attaché at the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Bahrain, this morning on the occ...
Minister Khalid Meets Palestinian Envoy
His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of the Royal Court, received H.E. Mr. Aref Youssef Hussein Saleh, the newly appointed Ambassador of the State of Palestine to the Kingdom of Bahrain, at his office today.
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Bahrain Hosts 5th Annual Youth Centers Forum
The fifth edition of the Annual Youth Centers and Organizations Forum, under the theme “Impact Leaders,” was held in Manama, bringing together leaders and youth representatives from across the Kingdom of Bahrain.
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Local Firms Support Al Ahli for 2025–2026 Season
Al Ahli Club has signed a sponsorship agreement with Mohammed Abdulal Holding and All Foods to support the first teams of handball and basketball for the remainder of the 2025–2026 sports season.
The signing ceremony to...
Traders Report Quiet Business in Central Market
Manama’s central market has seen quieter business during the current days of Ramadan compared to the start of the month. Several traders reported lower customer turnout and weak sales, following limited activity earlier in the month.
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Man in 20s Faces Trial Over Drug Import Cas
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Fraudsters Jailed Over BD1,854 Online Payment Scam
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Creativity and Tradition at “Make a Gergaoon Bag” Workshop at Al Riwaq Art Space
Laughter, colour and the scent of fresh fabric ink filled the rooms of Al Riwaq Art Space as families gathered to design their own Gergaoon bags in a workshop that blended heritage with hands on creativity. Led by renowned Bahraini artist Ali Hussain, the session transformed a simple to...
Two Jailed Five Years for Trafficking Victims into Illicit Work
Two defendants have been sentenced to five years in prison and fined 2,000 dinars after the High Criminal Court, found them guilty of trafficking two victims for illicit work.
The court also ordered the pair to pay the cost of returning the victims to their home ...
Pigeons Near Airports Put Lives at Risk
Raising or feeding pigeons near airports can be deadly. Colonel Dr. Osama Bahar, Head of Hidd Police Station, highlighted the dangers on the Ministry of Interior’s “Al Aman” program, citing a tragic incident in South Korea in December 2024, where a plane collided with a f...
Solar Panels for Municipal Buildings
The Capital Municipal Council voted unanimously to install solar panels on its buildings and facilities, aiming to save on electricity costs and promote cleaner energy.
Councillors said the decision is practical, not symbolic. Since Bahrain enjoys year-round sunlight, using sol...
Council Adds Prayer Space at Sitra Corniche
Families, joggers, and children often enjoy the Sitra Causeway walkway at sunset, but prayer times have long posed a challenge. Visitors frequently had to leave, find a quiet corner, or cut short their evening because no nearby facility existed.
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Man Accused of Assaulting Brother Faces Verdict
The First High Criminal Court has set March 31, 2026, to announce its verdict in a case involving a man accused of assaulting his business partner (who is also his brother), damaging a company safe, and attempting to set it on fire.
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New Digital Service Speeds Up Farm Import Approvals
As part of ongoing government efforts to improve and reengineer public services, the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture has launched a new digital service...
Strategic Stock Bill Withdrawn Over Legal Ambiguity
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Withdrawal
Parliament withdrew the draft law on strategic stockpiling of goods after concerns arose over legislative inconsistencies in...
Marijuana smuggling attempt foiled
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The Ministry of Interior confirmed that the Air Customs Directorate at Customs Affairs has foiled an attempt to smuggle a substance suspected to be marijuana w...
BD800m support for housing loans as 11,000 applications completed
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The Housing Minister, Her Excellency Amna Al Rumaihi, told Parliament yesterday that BD800 million has been allocated over two years to support government-backe...