GENEVA: The standoff between Iran and the United States is a “clash of wills,” a senior commander of Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guards said on Thursday, suggesting any enemy “adventurism” would meet a crushing response, Fars news agency reported.Tensions have spiked between the two countries after Washington sent more military forces to the Middle East in…
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BEIRUT: Bombings by Syrian government forces damaged two schools and a health facility in the rebels’ last stronghold in the northwest, activists said Thursday, after insurgents successfully hit a power station in a government-held town.Fighting has raged in the last 48 hours in the region, where insurgents launched a counteroffensive earlier this month, trying to…
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Lulu International Exchange 13th branch was inaugurated at Muharraq Central Market in Bahrain by Yusuffali MA, Chairman, LuLu Group International in the presence of Adeeb Ahamed, Executive Director, LuLu International Exchange, dignitaries, guests and the senior management of LuLu Group International and Lulu International Exchange. Adeeb Ahamed, Executive Director, LuLu International Exchange said, “We are…
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In accordance to the best international standards & global practice, and as part of its efforts to enhance market liquidity, Bahrain Bourse announced the implementation of a new tick size framework which aims to unify all categories of listed financial instruments (excluding Debt and T-bill securities) at BD 0.001 & USD 0.001. The new tick…
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DUBAI: A man has been arrested after he fired a gun in a London mosque, UK daily The Metro reported. The man entered the Seven Kings Mosque in London, on Thursday, May 9, while worshippers performed Ramadan prayers and fired a gun, the report added. He was arrested on charges of possessing a firearm with intent…
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DUBAI: A man has been arrested after he fired a gun in a London mosque, UK daily The Metro reported. The man entered the Seven Kings Mosque in London, on Thursday, May 9, while worshippers performed Ramadan prayers and fired a gun, the report added. He was arrested on charges of possessing a firearm with intent…
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UAE and Arab countries ‘working to ensure freedom of navigation’ in region’s waters DUBAI: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed said Wednesday the UAE is working with Arab countries to guarantee the freedom of navigation for ships in the region.He was speaking after the UAE said earlier that the participation of several countries in an…
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PARIS: New allegations the Syrian government is using chemical weapons must be looked into, the French foreign ministry said on Wednesday.The US State Department on Tuesday said it saw signs that the Syrian government may be using chemical weapons, including an alleged chlorine attack on Sunday in northwest Syria.“We have noted with a degree of…
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Faten Halabi, Regional Sales Leader, Avaya Banks have so far responded brilliantly to Bahrain’s open banking revolution, but traditional players ignore stand-out customer experiences at their peril, writes Faten Halabi, Regional Sales Leader, Avaya. Bahrain is going through something of a banking revolution, and it’s being driven from the top. Last year, the Central Bank…
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In an ever technologically advancing world the requirement for apps continues to grow year on year. There are millions of apps currently available on Google Play Store and the Apple iOS. With the increasing use of smart phones and regular advancement in tech more users are opting to use apps as a means of helping…
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NEW DELHI: India’s Election Commission rejected opposition fears of possible tampering of electronic voting machines ahead of the counting of votes Thursday that will determine the outcome of the country’s mammoth national elections.Authorities on Wednesday tightened security at counting centers where the electronic voting machines have been kept in strong rooms across the country. The…
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NEW DELHI: India’s Election Commission rejected opposition fears of possible tampering of electronic voting machines ahead of the counting of votes Thursday that will determine the outcome of the country’s mammoth national elections.Authorities on Wednesday tightened security at counting centers where the electronic voting machines have been kept in strong rooms across the country. The…
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DUBAI: Bahrain said Tuesday a peace conference it is co-hosting next month with the US is aimed at helping the Palestinians, who have criticized the kingdom for failing to consult them about the event.The conference “serves no other purpose” than to help the Palestinian people “through developing their abilities and enhancing their resources,” said Foreign…
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DUBAI: Bahrain said Tuesday a peace conference it is co-hosting next month with the US is aimed at helping the Palestinians, who have criticized the kingdom for failing to consult them about the event.The conference “serves no other purpose” than to help the Palestinian people “through developing their abilities and enhancing their resources,” said Foreign…
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City Centre Bahrain, the premier shopping, entertainment and lifestyle destination in the Kingdom of Bahrain, highlighted its commitment to fostering the Kingdom’s culture and traditions by hosting its annual ‘Gergaoun’ celebration in conjunction with the Ministry of Social Development, creating great moments for visitors, on 16 May, 2019. City Centre Bahrain was full of smiles…
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Al Baraka Banking Group (ABG) and UN Environment (UNEP) have proposed to collaborate for leveraging private finance for environmental projects in Al Baraka network countries. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed on May 20, 2019 to formalise the strategic partnership by the President & Chief Executive of ABG, Mr. Adnan Ahmed Yousif and the UN…
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