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Aug 11
One Secret Deserves Another

We found Manama's best-kept secret. Now we want yours.

Jul 28
Bahrain Takes Center Court with FIBA 3×3 International Tournaments

A Global Stage for Fast-Paced Basketball Bahrain continues to strengthen its reputation as a premier destination for international sporting events as it hosts the FIBA 3×3 Summer Lite Quest 2026 and Summer Quest 2026 this week. Taking place at Sports City – Youth City 2030, the tournaments bring together elite athletes and rising talents in […]

Jun 25
Bahrain’s Rising Stars Deliver Strong Medal Haul at Arab Athletics Championships

Bahrain’s athletes once again showcased their growing strength on the regional stage by securing multiple medals at the Arab Athletics Championships held in Egypt. Competing against some of the Arab world’s top young talents, Team Bahrain delivered standout performances across track and field events. Their achievements reflect the Kingdom’s continued investment in developing athletes and […]

Apr 27
Bahrain Approves April Salary Payments via Insurance Fund

Authorities in Bahrain have approved the disbursement of April salaries through the Social Insurance Organization (SIO), ensuring eligible employees receive their wages without delay. The approval follows discussions within the Shura Council as part of ongoing oversight of labor and social insurance systems. The measure is aligned with Bahrain’s wage protection and unemployment insurance framework, […]

Apr 06
Bahrain International Airport Climbs Global Ranks, Owns Service Game

Bahrain continues to strengthen its position on the global aviation map, as Bahrain International Airport secures a place among the world’s top-performing airports in the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards. The airport has been ranked 20th globally, a notable achievement that reflects consistent operational excellence and a steadily rising international reputation. More significantly, it has […]

Feb 27
Gargee’an Returns With a Message of Happiness

A cherished Ramadan tradition evolves for 2026 MANAMA, Bahrain — Before organized festivals and large-scale Ramadan activations, Gargee’an belonged to the neighborhoods. Observed across Bahrain and the Gulf on the 13th, 14th or 15th night of Ramadan, Gargee’an, also known as Gerga’oon is a children’s tradition centered on generosity and community. Dressed in traditional clothing, […]

Feb 23
InterContinental Bahrain Turns Pearl Heritage Into a Ramadan Experience

    Manama, Bahrain – The InterContinental Bahrain Ramadan Iftar 2026 opened with an immersive pearl-inspired experience inside the Regency Tent. As part of the invited media, I attended the preview evening to explore this year’s Ramadan theme.. The first thing I noticed was the glow. Soft lighting reflected off pearl-inspired details across the space, […]

Feb 19
Smart Iftar and Suhoor Choices for Better Health During Ramadan

How balanced Iftar and Suhoor can prevent common fasting issues Ramadan changes more than meal times. It shifts sleep patterns, hydration habits and daily energy cycles. In the GCC, where fasting hours are long and temperatures are high, those changes can affect how the body performs. Most health concerns during Ramadan are not caused by […]

Feb 09
DGC and BFLC Unite to Build One of Bahrain’s Largest F&B Platforms

Dividend Gate Capital and Bahrain Family Leisure Company formalize a landmark share-swap deal, creating one of Bahrain’s largest F&B platforms. A Defining Moment for the Kingdom’s Hospitality Sector Bahrain’s food and beverage industry has always been fast-moving. New concepts emerge regularly, and competition keeps operators sharp. This week, the focus shifted from momentum to structure. […]

Feb 02
Chef Pillai Sets the Table for a February of Flavor at Jashan

A media lunch at Jashan by Chef Pillai unfolded with the kind of calm confidence that usually follows a kitchen certain of its direction. Hosted by Wyndham Garden Manama on Jan. 31, the invitation-only gathering brought together media, vloggers and digital creators for a preview of what Chef Pillai has planned for Bahrain this February. […]