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Bahrain Sweep Iraq to Stay Perfect in Arab Juniors
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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Hussain Almaskati TDT | Manama Email: hussainm@newsofbahrain.com Bahrain’s under-18 men’s volleyball team made it two wins out of two at the 17th Arab Junior Volleyball Championship in Amman, beating Iraq in straight sets 25–21, 25–20, 25–18. The...
Outgoing Israeli ambassador to Bahrain highlights strong ties as proof that 'peace works'
All Israel News
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August 18, 2025
Outgoing Israeli Ambassador to Bahrain Eitan Na’eh meets with Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, August 4, 2025. (Photo: Bahrain News Agency) Outgoing Israeli Ambassador to Bahrain, Eitan Na’eh, made history by becoming Israel's first envoy...
Bahraini Bank Employee Stands Trial for Embezzling Over BD136,000
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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The First High Criminal Court has begun the trial of a Bahraini man in his thirties, employed at a local bank, who is accused of embezzling more than BD136,000 by exploiting his position and targeting elderly customers. The Public Prosecution...
US approves $500m M142 HIMARS FMS to Bahrain
Army Technology
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August 18, 2025
The US State Department has given its approval for a potential $500m foreign military sale (FMS) of M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and associated support to Bahrain. Bahrain’s request encompasses four HIMARS launchers and...
Bahraini Youth Lead Dialogue on Women’s Empowerment
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com The Youth Committee of the Supreme Council for Women organized two youth-focused discussion sessions as part of its participation in the 14th edition of “Youth City 2030”, held at the Bahrain...
Bahrain: New regulations by Rera commended
Zawya
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Bahrain - The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Rera) has introduced new regulations requiring owners’ associations of residential and commercial buildings to hire specialised companies to manage common areas, a move welcomed by local firms. ASK...
Bahrain crowned Arab U16 Basketball champions
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com Bahrain won the ABC Arab U16 Championship title last night with a comfortable 81-63 win over Algeria at Cairo International Stadium, powered by Hussien Fouad’s 24 points. The Red Tide edged a cagey...
Export Bahrain and AstroLabs ink MoU to support the expansion of Bahrain-based businesses into Saudi Arabia and the UAE
bizbahrain
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August 18, 2025
Export Bahrain signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AstroLabs, the leading platform supporting business expansion across the GCC, to establish a strategic partnership aimed at empowering Bahrain-based enterprises of all sizes and...
Performance Metrics of Mammography Screening Programmes in Primary Health Care Centres in Bahrain
Dove Medical Press
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August 18, 2025
Introduction Mammography, despite its limitations, remains the only breast cancer screening test endorsed by major health bodies such as the US Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society, and it is the most effective means of...
Construction progressing steadily at ‘Sixth Circle Towers’ - Jordan Gate Company
Zawya
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AMMAN — Jordan Gate Company on Sunday announced a “significant” progress in the construction works of its flagship real estate project, located near the Sixth Circle in Amman. The company confirmed that works were proceeding according to the...
Chinese Company Unveils World’s First Robot with Artificial Womb
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com A Chinese tech company, Kaiowa Technology, has unveiled what it calls the world’s first robot equipped with an artificial womb, capable of carrying out pregnancy and childbirth on behalf of women. The...
Business InsightsIs Saudi Arabia closer to fully depending on renewables for power?
The National News
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"Saudi Arabia’s renewables plans are overhyped and falling short!" "No, they’re not, they’re transformational and decisive for the future of the world oil market!" Between competing narratives, what is the truth of the kingdom’s ambitious plans to...
GCC Healthcare Market Projections: Opportunities From 2024 To 2030
MENAFN
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August 18, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Explore the future of GCC healthcare with this comprehensive report, analyzing the sector's growth from 2024 to 2030. Gain insights into national strategies like Vision 2030, policy reforms, AI, digital health, and...
Non-oil output lifts Bahrain’s Q1 GDP to BD3.7bln
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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SK TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com Bahrain’s real GDP reached BD 3.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 2.7 per cent rise compared with the same period last year. The increase came off the back of a 2.2 per cent rise in...
ICRF Bahrain organises refreshment drive in Riffa
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com The Indian Community Welfare Association – ICRF Bahrain continues its annual summer awareness program – Thirst Quenchers 2025. Aligning with the Ministry of Labour’s initiative to ensure a safe working...
KPF Bahrain organises blood donation camp
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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SK TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com Kozhikode District Pravasi Forum (KPF Bahrain) organised its 9th blood donation camp with the help of Salmaniya Central Blood Bank as part of the 79th Indian Independence Day with the motto “Give...
Iran Releases Currency Exchange Rates For August 18
MENAFN
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August 18, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 18. The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has released the official exchange rates for foreign currencies as of August 18, Trend reports. According to the rates announced by the CBI, the value of 42...
Supported by the Labour Fund “Tamkeen” Cohort 9 of the ‘Raise’ Program Launches with 10 Bahraini Startups
bizbahrain
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August 18, 2025
Spring Venture Services has launched Cohort 9 of “Raise: The Art of Fundraising” supported by The Labour Fund (Tamkeen). The program is a two-week intensive bootcamp designed to equip Bahraini startup founders with the skills and knowledge needed...
Ambassador: 'Israel and Bahrain defied the odds'
Ynet
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August 18, 2025
One sunny afternoon, Israeli Ambassador to Bahrain Eitan Na’eh found himself on a tiny, sandy island about 40 minutes from Manama, surrounded by the calm waters of the Gulf. He was there with his son and a few local friends, sharing food, drinks...
US Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal to PKR Rate | Currency Exchange Rates Today – 18 Aug 2025
Daily Pakistan
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August 18, 2025
ISLAMABAD – Foreign exchange market opened today with major global currencies holding steady, showing little change from previous levels. US Dollar (USD) traded at 283.55 (buying) and 284.55 (selling), reflecting stability in demand. Euro (EUR)...