Asia Bahrain Illegal fishing and the dumping of harmful wastes could lead to fines up to 100.000 dinars (250 Euros) and longer prison sentences if MPs approve proposal on 31 December; current penalties have been insufficient for deterring those violations
Asia Bahrain Bahraini citizens must refrain from travel to Iran and Iraq until further notice under new ban issued as part of precautionary measures amid rising regional instability; legal action would be taken against violators
Asia Bahrain Breast cancer screening divisions are planned for public hospitals in an effort to improve women's healthcare services and increase early detection rates across Bahrain; tender was assigned to Yusuf Mahmood Hussain Company for around €1,1 million
Asia Bahrain A new, flexible student assessment system for private and government schools came into effect ensuring smooth learning process amid current circumstances and the challenges faced by students and families during the past month of distance learning
Asia Bahrain Bahrain accused Iran of striking a desalination plant, raising fears that civilian infrastructure may become fair game in the war; Iran’s president vowed to expand attacks on American targets in the region following intense US and Israeli air strikes