10,000 Artificial Reefs Planned By 2030
Initiative aims to increase fish stocks, restore marine habitats
Bahrain
France Eyes Action Against Iran Over Cyberattacks
700 supermarkets hit as refrigeration systems are hacked.
Man Denies Murder of Woman Found in Freezer
Court hears he told friends she was in a coma after her death in 2023.
12 Dead in Massive Bulgaria Motorway Pile-Ups
Dense fog triggers crashes involving 86 vehicles, leaving around 50 injured.
MPs approve Hajj permit priority for those who miss out
Five-year wait proposed for repeat pilgrims
Parliament Backs Cheap Loans for Struggling Firms
Urgent proposal seeks low-interest loans and debt relief for cash-strapped businesses
Urgent call for 300 housing plots for low-income families
Urgent proposal seeks affordable land and housing loans for families earning BD600 or less
Lawmakers call for stronger food security laws
Mara’ee 2026 seen as a boost for local farmers and livestock breeders
Deadly Backpack Blast Kills Spanish Officer
A police officer was killed and another injured in a backpack explosion in Spain.
17 Workers Killed as Factory Safety Comes Under Question
Seventeen workers died and 14 were injured in a steel plant explosion near Izmir, prompting investigations into possible safety failures.
Colonel Bahar: Respect Children's Right to Refuse
Bahar urges parents to teach children boundaries and self-protection without forcing social interactions.
Three Workers Die at India's iPhone Parts Plant
Three deaths at a Tata Electronics plant have raised concerns over worker safety in India's expanding electronics industry.
Somali Piracy Threatens Global Shipping
Somali piracy is endangering seafarers and raising concerns over global shipping security and costs.
Manchester United prepare to part ways with Carrick
United chiefs Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are reportedly set to recommend Carrick’s sacking to co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Kingdom reaffirms commitment to stronger GCC defence cooperation
HRH Crown Prince Salman meets heads of delegations attending the 23rd Joint Defence Council session.
Zelensky arrives in Denmark for security talks
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is hosting Zelensky and Nordic leaders to discuss continued support for Kyiv and regional security.
The Asian School Celebrates Founder
Honoring legacy through community and academics
Dubai targets 50% electric vehicles on roads by 2050
National policy supports the shift with a nationwide charging network and unified standards
Government Rejects Competition Watchdog
Officials say the existing Consumer Protection Directorate can enforce competition laws without creating a separate authority or adding costs to the state budget.
Boeing to Cut 5% of Commercial Aircraft Workforce
The planned reduction could affect approximately 2,500 positions as the manufacturer tackles production and supply chain challenges.
Gulf Coffee Culture: Where Tradition Meets Modern Taste
From the traditional majlis and Arabic dallah to speciality cafés and innovative brewing, coffee traditions across the Gulf are evolving while preserving their cultural roots.
Dubai launches A-to-E food rating system
New laboratory service aims to improve food-label accuracy and consumer awareness.
Pope leads huge outdoor Mass, meets clerical abuse victims in Argentina
Leo paid tribute to his predecessor, Pope Francis, while stressing the importance of family and faith amid social and economic challenges.
Australia to introduce mandatory AI safeguards, establish safety regulator
Companies must report security risks and undergo independent AI safety checks, with a new regulator enforcing compliance and fines.
UFC chief Dana White declines Trump’s White House job offer
White made the remarks during a surprise appearance at the White House briefing room on Monday, ruling out a move into politics.
Abu Dhabi Hosts New US-Russia-Ukraine Talks
The first trilateral talks since February will focus on ending hostilities, security guarantees, humanitarian measures and de-escalation.
The Rise of the Mini-LLMs
Why Smaller and Open-Weight Models are Wining the AI Race
Trump says Iran war is ‘effectively over’ after Qatar talks
Trump said no further military action was needed but warned US forces remained ready to strike if the situation changed.
Muharraq's Historic Revival Nears Completion
Bahrain's development drive brings restored heritage, modern housing and greener public spaces to the historic city.
Speed hump sought on Saar road where three died
Council votes unanimously after fatal family crash
Car Shipments Resume After Six-Month Port Halt
October’s 705 cars still 85pc below February’s tally
Michelin stars sought for Bahraini restaurants
Push to bring world-famous food guide to kingdom and draw diners from abroad
France Blames Iran For Supermarket Cyberattacks
Paris alleges Revolutionary Guards targeted 700 supermarket sites, warning of European sanctions against those responsible.
Gulf Integration Gains Momentum
Weekly Cabinet meeting reviews regional cooperation, women’s progress and key government decisions
Mara’ee 2026 Preparations Near Completion
The exhibition will include horse and camel shows, displays of animals and birds
BAB Launches “We Won’t Fall for it” Campaign to Combat Financial Fraud
The initiative comes amid increasingly sophisticated fraud tactics
NBB RECORDS BHD 60.1 MILLION OF ATTRIBUTABLE PROFIT FOR THE NINE MONTHS
Earnings per share decreased to 8 fils (USD 2 cents) for the third quarter of 2026
BCFC Unveils Its New Website, bcfc.bh
One digital home for the Group’s brands, in Arabic and English
Beyon Cyber Secures Global AI Attestation
Orryx AI becomes the first GCC-developed agentic AI security operations platform to achieve SOC 2 attestation.
BIC to welcome participants for Batelco Fitness on Track on Tuesday night
Participants can take part either on foot or on a bicycle