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Bahrain to pilot new wireless alert system for emergency preparedness

Bahrain to pilot new wireless alert system for emergency preparedness

The system would be tested in stages and deployed initially in designated emergency zones once infrastructure and operational preparations are completed

UAE leaders congratulate King of Bahrain on National Day

UAE leaders congratulate King of Bahrain on National Day

December 16 and 17 have been declared public holidays to observe National Day and the Accession Day of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Bahrain announces public holidays for National Day and Accession of King Hamad

Bahrain announces public holidays for National Day and Accession of King Hamad

Essential services may operate on adjusted schedules during the holidays, and the public is advised to check with relevant ministries

3.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Bahrain, UAE's NCM reports

3.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Bahrain, UAE's NCM reports

The impact of the quake was not felt in the UAE, according to NCM

Bahraini, Kuwaiti citizens detained by Israel; authorities seek release

Bahraini, Kuwaiti citizens detained by Israel; authorities seek release

Oman earlier issued a statement saying it is 'closely following' the situation of its citizens participating in the Global Freedom Flotilla

As Carrefour exits Bahrain, UAE's Majid Al Futtaim rolls out HyperMax

As Carrefour exits Bahrain, UAE's Majid Al Futtaim rolls out HyperMax

Employing 1,600 people in the Kingdom, the store is partnering with over 250 Bahraini farmers, producers, suppliers, and SMEs to create more sustainable supply chains

Schengen-style GCC tourist visa approved, to be rolled out 'soon', says top official

Schengen-style GCC tourist visa approved, to be rolled out 'soon', says top official

Industry executives believe that the much-awaited unified visa will boost 'bleisure' (business-leisure) travel in the region

Bahrain resumes normal working hours from June 24, eases traffic restrictions

Bahrain resumes normal working hours from June 24, eases traffic restrictions

The Gulf nation took precautionary measures after US struck three Iranian nuclear facilities on Sunday

Bahrain asks schools to go online; people to use main roads only 'if necessary'

Bahrain asks schools to go online; people to use main roads only 'if necessary'

Authorities have also implemented a remote working system allowing up to 70% of government employees to work from home after the US bombs Iran's nuclear sites

Bahrain: 2 dead after leak in safety valve at BAPCO refinery

Bahrain: 2 dead after leak in safety valve at BAPCO refinery

A third employee, who was injured, is receiving treatment in intensive care at a hospital and the company confirmed that the leak has been contained