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S audi Arabia’s free market economy has undergone remarkable changes in a relatively short period of

time. It has evolved from a basic agricultural society

into a regional and global economic power with a

modern infrastructure.Petroleum is an integral part of the Saudi economy;

Saudi Arabia is the world’s largest producer and

exporter of oil. In recent decades the Kingdom has

increasingly diversified its economy, and today

produces and exports a variety of industrial goods all

over the globe.The government has an essential role in industrial

and economic development. The Ministry of Economy

and Planning formulates economic and social

development plans that set long-term economic goals.

Additional sectors of the economy are overseen by

individual ministries, such as agriculture, energy,

transportation, communications and finance.

The private sector is playing an increasingly larger

role in the Saudi economy – it now accounts for 48

percent of the gross domestic product (GDP). The

sector is expected to continue growing, especially

as Saudi Arabia opens its doors further to foreign

investment.In December 2005, Saudi Arabia joined the

World Trade Organization (WTO), a significant

development that gives Saudi products greater access

to global markets, creates jobs and encourages foreign

investment.Building a modern economyWhen the modern Kingdom was established in

1932, the Arabian Peninsula was an agricultural society

that depended on farming and commerce – especially

date exports and trade generated by pilgrims coming

to Makkah and Madinah. It lacked the infrastructure

needed to support the kind of economic growth

envisioned by its founder, King Abdulaziz bin

Abdulrahman Al-Saud.The discovery of oil in commercial quantities

in 1938 changed that. Soon after World War II,

steady oil exports provided the funds to build a basic

infrastructure of roads, airports, seaports, schools and

hospitals.In 1970, Saudi Arabia introduced the first of a series

of ongoing five-year development plans to build a

modern economy capable of producing consumer and

industrial goods that previously had been imported.

The country’s infrastructure was expanded, allowing

industry and commerce to flourish.

At the same time, the national oil company, Aramco,

invested in new production facilities, pipelines, plants

and shipping facilities and continued exploring for

new deposits to maximize earnings from the oil sector,

which were needed to fund further growth.

The result has been a steady economic

transformation of the country. Today, Saudi Arabia is

one of the fastest developing countries in the world.

Steady economic tranSformation

The Saudi National Day is celebrated in Saudi Arabia on every 23 September. Saudi National

Day follows the day where King Abdulaziz announced the country as a kingdom on 23

September 1932.This year (2015) KSA is celebrating its 85th Saudi National Day.

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Coalition forces carried out an air strike in Iraq that killed a senior leader of the Islamic State group, the Pentagon said yesterday

Pope Francis arrived in the United States yesterday for his first visit – a historic six-day trip to the spiritual home of capitalism after his tour of communist-ruled Cuba

Europe has shouldered responsibility for the wave of migrants reaching its shores, French President Francois Hollande said yesterday

Coalition strikes kill two terrorists: US

Pope Francis arrives for first US visit

Europe shoulders refugees: Hollande

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Tehran

Iran has yet again shocked its neighbours in the Middle East with the latest of President Hassan Rouhani’s tall claims.

Iran’s armed forces are the best defence against “terror” in the Middle East, the president said yesterday, urging regional countries not to rely on world powers.

“Today, the largest power against intimidation and terror is our armed forces,” Rouhani said at a massive

military parade in Tehran, reported local media.

Iran had earlier claimed it played a major role in the fight against the Islamic State group in neighbouring Iraq independently of the US-led coalition.

It had provided military advisers, weapons and trainers to both the Iraqi army and Shia militias, according to reports.

But Rouhani’s allusion was not only to the jihadists of IS.

In the conflict in Syria, Tehran has been a staunch ally of the regime of President Bashar al Assad.

“We helped the armies and

governments of Iraq and Syria, at their request,” Rouhani said.

“If terrorists start showing up in other regional countries, their only hope is Iran’s army, the Revolutionary Guards, and the Basij (militia),” he claimed.

“They shouldn’t think that Western or world powers would defend them.”

The parade marked the 35th anniversary of the start of Iran’s devastating 1980-1988 war with Saddam Hussein’s Iraq and Rouhani’s speech was screened live on state television.

Iran has been deeply critical of the US-led campaign against IS, charging that it was the support of the West and its allies for the rebellion in Syria that paved the way for the rise of the jihadists.

Iran best defence against Middle East ‘terror’, claims Rouhani

Iran is the only hope for countries in region in fighting terror and not the West

- Iran President Hassan Rouhani

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THAILAND CRASH VICTIM LAID TO REST IN SITRA

He died after his vehicle crashed into a truck on a highway on FridayDT News NetworkManama

The body of a Bahraini national who was killed in a road accident in Thailand on Friday was buried in Sitra Cemetery yesterday.

The man reportedly died after crashing his vehicle into a truck on a highway in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province in the southern part of Thailand due to bad weather conditions.

The 26-year-old was identified as Ameer Mansoor Dhaif, hailing from Sitra. He was reportedly rushed to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was

announced dead the same day.Sources informed that he

worked in Thailand for the past four years and is survived by his wife, who was living along with him in Thailand. She was the first to inform the authorities about the mishap.

Initial reports indicated that the deceased’s vehicle was swept away by heavy floods, which crashed his car right into the truck.

Foreign Affairs Ministry had earlier confirmed the Embassy of Bahrain in Bangkok was following up on the matter. It informed about the repatriation procedures on Monday.

The accident site

Asian woman who fell frombuilding recovering at SMC

Newly arrived expats can seektreatment in all health centres

Mohammed Zafran/DTNNzafran@dt.bhManama

An Asian woman who was rumoured to have died after falling from a building in Gudaibiya last week is alive and recovering at Salmaniya Medical Complex(SMC).

She fell off the third floor of a building adjacent to Atlas Hotel, last Friday.

The Indian national was immediately rushed to SMC and is reportedly expected

to make full recovery. According to a source, the rumours were circulated by some witnesses, who

“apparently thought she was dead.”

The source said she was trying to flee from her sponsor. He added that the victim underwent two operations on Monday and is currently in a stable condition.

“It is suspected that she fell as she tried to escape from the building through the window. She fell on the road in front of a cold store, and part of her shawl hung from the window,” DT News reported on Saturday.

DT News NetworkManama

Newly arrived expats are no longer obliged to visit Al Razi Health Centre for treatment. Instead, they could visit other health centres near their residences, announced health authorities in the Kingdom yesterday.

Health Ministry confirmed in a press statement that expats who freshly reached the country could seek treatment in the health centres located in all four governorates, starting

October 1. Newly landed expats earlier had to visit the Al Razi centre, located in Naeem area in the Capital.

However, newly arrived expats from certain residential blocks in Nuwaidrat, Maameer, Eker, Sitra, East Riffa, Askar and Jaw were requested to seek treatment in Ahmed Ali Kanoo Health Centre in Nuwaidrat.

The block numbers in Nuwaidrat, Maameer and Eker are 614, 615, 616, 623, 624, 625, 626, 633, 634, 635, 636, 643, 644, 645 and 646. In Sitra they

are 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607, 608, 609, 611 and 613.

The statement also mentioned the residential block numbers in East Riffa, which are 901, 903, 905, 907, 909, 911, 927, 929, 931, 937, 939, 941, 942, 943, 944, 945, 946, 947 and 949.

In the villages of Askar and Jaw, the announced block numbers are 950, 951, 952, 953, 955, 958, 960, 965, 967, 973, 976, 981, 983, 986, 987, 997, 998, 999, 1101, 1103, 1104 and 1107.

The victim underwent two operations on Monday and is currently in a stable condi-

tion

HM the King pardons 108 convictsDT News NetworkManama

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued a special royal decree pardoning and releasing 108 convicted inmates who had spent part of their jail term.

The King’s customary pardon-and-release order comes on the occasion of Eid Al Adha to provide them opportunity to merge into the society and contribute to the nation’s construction and progress.

The King’s par-don-and-release order comes on the occasion of

Eid Al Adha

Wednesday, September 23, 20154

PUBLIC FIGURES REVEALEID CELEBRATION PLANS

You are probably all set for Eid, but how about the dignitaries? Muhammad Azam/DTNN

news@dt.bhManama

As Bahrain prepares to celebrate Eid with fervour, DT News contacted some of the dignitaries from the Kingdom to learn about their personal Eid plans.

Jamal Buhassan

MP and Vice Chairman Foreign Affairs, Defence and National Security Jamal Buhassan will celebrate Eid in Geneva, where he is defending his country at the UN Human Rights Council.

“This is my first Eid (except Hajj Eids) away from home and I will miss my family and Bahrain. But at the same time I feel happy about serving my country,” he said.

Hatun Demirer

Turkish Ambassador to Bahrain Hatun Demirer said she would celebrate Eid with the Turkish community in Bahrain and that they had arranged a get together at the embassy premises on Friday.

“Turkish families in Bahrain will come to the embassy to celebrate Eid where specific Qurban dish will be served to them,” she said. There are almost 700

Turkish nationals living in Bahrain.

Sawsan Taqawi

Shura Council Member and Chairperson of Foreign Affairs, Defence and National Security Committee Sawsan Taqawi said she had been waiting to celebrate Eid with her loved ones.

“On the day of Eid, I wish peace to the Muslim community and the whole world,” she said.

She added she would celebrate Eid with her family and would sacrifice lamb and cow in the name of Allah.

Mohammed Al Maarfi

MP and Vice Chairman Services Committee Mohammed Al Maarfi said Eid Al Adha is more special than Eid Al Fitr, as it is the season of pilgrimage.

“I will welcome this Eid with joy, visit relatives and friends to exchange greetings and spend the day with the children,” he said. He added he is sending his greetings to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Prime Minster HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and the citizens.

Dr. Mohammed A. Alkhozai

Shura Council member Dr. Mohammed A. Alkhozai said he would celebrate his Eid with family and friends as usual. He said Eid is all about spending time with loved ones and sharing happiness.

Melvin Mendonca/DTNNmelvin@dt.bh

Manama

Bahrain’s hospitality sector is expected to witness a huge business turnover in the next few days, as it readies itself to welcome a huge influx of local and foreign customers during the Eid holidays.

Assistant General Manager of the Domain Hotel and Spa Stephen J. Daniel said the occupancy rate of the hotel is expected to reach up to 90 per cent during the holiday season.

He said special events will be organised during the Eid days, adding an Eid brunch will also be arranged for the hotel guests at Le-Sauvage, located at level 34 of the hotel, on Friday.

Four Seasons Hotel has also come up with a long list

of entertainment activities and culinary fair, to make the Eid days memorable for its guests. It will offer Eid Al Adha brunch on the first days of Eid and the young guests of the hotel will have an opportunity to participate in an educative ‘Kids for All Seasons’ programme.

Among the events planned, there would be daily educational programmes,

workshops on arts and crafts, entertainments like cinema hours, face painting, jumping castle in the hotel’s Kids Club, Alhosh

Increase in trafficActing Chief Commercial

Officer of Gulf Air Ahmed Janahi, said the carrier has seen a significant increase in bookings during the Eid Al

Adha holidays. “As a direct result of increased movement across the entire Gulf Air network, we have recorded 25 per cent higher bookings than last year,” he said.

A significant increase has been recorded in MENA and Indian subcontinent destinations, he said.

“Gulf Air has also upgraded flights on certain routes,” he added.

Hospitality sector in Bahrain to dazzle during Eid holidays

Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C. signs MOU with Bahrain Tourism Company to evaluate the feasibility of a potential securities

exchange offer.Reference is made to our last disclosure letter dated 2nd September 2015 and pertaining to the Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C. (GHG) submission of an initial non-binding letter of intent to the Board of Directors of Bahrain Tourism Company B.S.C. (BTC) indicating our potential interest in acquiring 100% of BTC’s shares through a possible share-swap offer. The Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C. would like to announce its execution of a memorandum of understanding with the Bahrain Tourism Company that paves the way to further due diligence and assessment of the proposed

securities exchange offer”.

Public Announcement

Four Seasons Hotel Domain Hotel and Spa

Mohammed Zafran/DTNNzafran@dt.bhManama

Non-Muslims have been invited to experience the joy of Eid Al Adha at Bahrain’s largest mosque this Saturday and Sunday.

The Eid Open House, to be held at Grand Mosque, is part of Bahrain’s efforts to bridge the gap between the Muslim and non-Muslim communities.

Ahmed Al-Fateh Islamic Centre is organizing the event, along with Discover Islam Centre, under the sponsorship of Ministry of Justice and Islamic Affairs.

Speaking to DT News, a senior member of the organizing committee, Farahat Mohammed Al-Kindy, said over 2000 visitors are expected.

“This is a proud tradition that have been upheld for 15 years. We are glad to share the joy of Eid with the non-Muslims of the island. They will get a chance to learn and to engage in fun activities,” he said.

“Visitors will enjoy traditional Bahraini sweets, cakes, pastries, dates, Arabic coffee and tea. Also, there will be Henna painting for ladies. The visitor’s will also be given a guided tour of the Grand Mosque,” he added.

Eid Al Adhatranscends religiousboundariesin Bahrain

Buhassan will celebrate Eid

in Geneva where he is

defending his country at the

UN Human Rights

Council

Wednesday, September 23, 2015 5

CUSTOMS UPGRADEBahrain Customs Affairs introduce new ‘Automated Direct Transfer Mechanism’

DT News Networknews@dt.bh

The Customs Affairs department under the Ministry of Interior recently introduced a new Automated Direct Transfer Mechanism to improve the process of moving goods between the GCC countries. This new system was adopted on August 11, after coordinating with the GCC General Secretariat.

This latest development aims to improve the previously implemented mechanism by linking GCC’s electronic systems with the Customs Information Centre in the GCC General Secretariat. The new mechanism is also expected to reduce human error, especially from customs brokers and officers while checking physical documents, searching specific data, and other fund-transfer issues.

The implementation of the Automated Direct Transfer Mechanism was the product of the collective willingness of the GCC members to progress from an outdated clearing mechanism,

and to meet the principles of the Gulf Customs Union. This also includes preventing the extraneous collection of customs duties for products that have already been paid while on transit between the members of the customs union.

The new mechanism was put to force in the light of the Committee of Financial and Economic Cooperation approving the recommendations of the ninth session of the Customs Union Commission. The committee agreed on applying the Automated Direct Transfer Mechanism within the GCC Customs Union.

Relying on this electronic mechanism linking the customs administrations and the GCC General Secretariat will ensure the smooth transfer of the customs duties to a good’s final destination, according to an official statement.

The new mechanism would use barcode scanners that directly send the information electronically, resulting in precision and speed – saving

time for traders. Customers can take advantage of the Automated Direct Transfer Mechanism through the exemption of tax for goods coming from members of the GCC.

If the trader refuses to hand in the document of the clearing mechanism, the customer may review this issue with Bahrain Customs Affairs, who will provide assistance and guidance, and help reach a reasonable solution with the trader.

Goods moving from Bahrain to anywhere in the GCC would have a unique barcode that contains information agreed upon between GCC countries. It will also include a tracking number sent to the Information Centre informing them about the release of goods moving to their destination.

The Information Centre will inform Bahrain Customs Affairs when the goods reach their destination, and will provide a month to complete the transfer

of the collected customs duties. In order to implement this new mechanism, Bahrain Customs Affairs set up a systems analyst working group between GCC members. They also held workshops for people – including customs brokers and officers – involved in the existing clearing mechanism, and informed the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Association of Customs Brokers about the changes.

DT News NetworkManama

General Director of Traffic, Shaikh Nasser bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, announced yesterday that the department has taken all measures for the Eid Al Adha holiday through a comprehensive traffic plan.

The plan aims to regulate traffic on all roads to deal with huge number of vehicles expected to enter Bahrain through King Fahd Causeway.

He said that traffic police will be deployed at open grounds and mosques performing the Eid prayer, busy roads and highways, parks, commercial malls and King Fahd Causeway throughout the holiday.

About traffic services, he said that the work would continue as usual to deal with traffic violations and accidents through traffic accidents offices at all governorates from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm. In case of traffic accidents without injuries, drivers are instructed to call 199 to be directed to the nearest office.

Throughout Eid, the Traffic Culture Directorate will organize awareness campaigns to encourage road users to follow traffic rules.

New traffic plan for Eid

Customs Affairs Director Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa (centre) during the conference

Wednesday, September 23, 20156

MOW, BES DELEGATES TO ATTEND EPCIC SEMINAR

Session to be hosted by James Bremen

COUNTRY/CURRENCIES

COUNTRY 1 US DLR 1 UK STG 1 SFR 100 YEN

BAHRAIN 0.3770 0.5854 0.3890 0.3149

KUWAIT 0.2855 34.1772 0.2946 0.2385

OMAN 0.3849 0.3730 0.3972 0.3215

QATAR 3.6420 3.5295 3.7581 3.0424

UAE 3.6730 3.5595 3.7901 3.0682

SAUDI 3.7500 3.6341 3.8696 3.1326

SELLBUY

Rates are for indication purpose only. For firm rates or for currencies not listed above please call Bahrain Financing Company. Telephone: 17228888, Website: www.bfc.com.bh

SOUTH AFRICAN RAND 38.3142 33.4448US DOLLARS 2.6667 2.6469CANADIAN DOLLAR 3.5855 3.4176PERUVIAN NUEVO SOL 7.6923 7.6923INDIAN RUPEE 176.3668 168.3502BANGLADESH TAKA 208.2899 196.8117CHINESE YUAN 17.2712 16.3399HONG KONG DOLLAR 21.5146 20.0481INDONESIAN RUPIAH 41373.6036 34879.6652JAPANESE YEN 325.7329 303.0303KOREAN WON 3549.3718 2690.0522SRI LANKAN RUPEE 384.8463 330.203MALAYSIAN RINGGIT 11.7233 10.8342NEPALESE RUPEE 322.7347 263.2604PHILIPPINE PESO 128.041 120.3369PAKISTAN RUPEE 273.9268 256.3702SINGAPORE DOLLAR 3.7893 3.6563THAI BAHT 95.6023 92.3361AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR 3.811 3.6232NEW ZEALAND DOLLAR 4.2955 4.1186EURO 2.4272 2.3348SWISS FRANC 2.6504 2.5176CZECH KORUNE 89.2857 45.045BRITISH POUND 1.7507 1.6892TURKISH LIRA 8.2257 7.5131SAUDI RIYAL 10 9.9315UAE DIRHAMS 9.7561 9.7182QATAR RIYAL 9.6899 9.6256KUWAITI DINAR 0.8071 0.7974OMANI RIYAL 1.0299 1.02EGYPTIAN POUND 20.7469 19.5313JORDANIAN DINAR 1.885 1.8619LEBANESE POUND 4223.508 3812.8646MOROCCAN DIRHAMS 26.2467 23.753SYRIAN POUND 952.381 574.7126YEMENI RIYAL 911.9095 541.5358

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A delegation from the Works Ministry and key members of the Bahrain Engineers Society (BES) will attend a session on Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation and Commissioning (EPCIC), and Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (EPCC) by industry law veteran James Bremen in Abu Dhabi the coming week.

The construction and i n f r a s t r u c t u r e - f o c u s e d analysis scheduled from September 27 to 29, would be presented by Bremen, who is a partner at Herbert Smith Freehills – an international law firm co-headquartered in London and Sydney. Qatar Petroleum recently lauded Bremen and said, “James is clearly very experienced in the EPC-and-major-projects

world. It was very relevant for us in our business.” According to an official statement by the programme organisers, the attendees of the session can learn, in detail, the issues to be addressed when negotiating EPCIC and EPCC contracts and develop an awareness of the procurement options for projects, understanding the associated risks and opportunities.

The session would also help in considering alternative pricing, incentivisation and risk allocation approaches and learning about current market trends.

The delegates attending the event expect to acquire an understanding of the current EPCIC and EPCC markets and the legal risks associated with it. It would also help them gain insights on major areas of dispute expected in construction projects and how to manage them. Moreover, it would also help develop an understanding of the key

specificities of construction projects in the Middle East.

This workshop, which aims to provide an in-depth analysis of EPCIC and EPCC contracts, would also discuss the financing aspect of such contracts, including the mechanisms to examine a contract precedent clause-by-clause. The participants would also be introduced to the key terms and negotiation issues in EPCIC and EPCC arrangements, and the impact of project specifications in EPCIC and EPCC arrangements.

James Bremen

Representatives from Ministry of Works and Bahrain Engineers

Society will be attending the programme from Sep 27 to 29 in

Abu Dhabi

DT News NetworkManama

Jewellery retailer Malabar Gold & Diamonds unfurled the details of its exclusive campaign ‘Diamond Exchange Offer’, giving its customers a golden opportunity to upgrade their old diamond jewellery with new ones certified by IGI.

This 18-day long campaign by the flagship company of Indian conglomerate Malabar Group will begin today and will run until October 10.

“This is truly an exclusive offer which no other jewellery retailer has provided to customers,” explained Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ International Operations MD Shamlal Ahamed.

This offer could be availed from Malabar Gold & Diamonds outlets in UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. Any diamond ornament brought to these outlets could be exchanged with the classic, trendy and unique designs available there. The diamond collection at Malabar Gold & Diamonds offers cash back facility to customers as well.

Customers can buy jewellery using their credit and debit cards, without any additional charge. The company also provides patrons with options to turn purchases into ‘easy payment plans’ in association with various banks. Through such plans, patrons could avail flexible payment options for up to 12 instalments without paying any interest, according to the company.

Established in 1993 in South Indian state of Kerala, Malabar Gold & Diamonds today has a retail network of 135 outlets spread across nine countries, ten wholesale units in addition to offices, design centres and factories spread across India, Middle East & Far East. With an annual turnover of $4 billion, the company currently ranks among the world’s top five jewellery retailers in terms of annual turnover.

Diamond exchange offer at Malabar Gold

DT News NetworkManama

Party animals in Juffair can rejoice and turn the music up, for the neighbourhood would soon sport a new nightlife destination called the Club XS lounge. The club is set to open its doors for the first time this Eid Al Adha weekend.

Located in the recently opened Ramee Rose Hotel, the sophisticated venue is ready to welcome the best of Bahrain’s crowds tomorrow for its opening night.

Club XS features cutting-edge design and top-of-the-line technology such as a dance floor with LED-studded walls.

Disk Jockey Rodney James will also make his Bahrain debut at the event as he takes his place behind the decks as the resident DJ of Club XS.

“This club has completely blown me away,” he told DT News.

“The sound system is unbelievable and the lighting is truly out of this world,” exclaimed the elated DJ.

“I look forward to delivering the biggest and best tunes the world has to offer… so, see you on the dance floor,” added the Londoner.

James is also a producer who has brought much energy and excitement to venues around the world including the Ministry

of Sound in London. A house DJ at heart, he is sure to deliver unforgettable sets to Bahrain’s partygoers.

“We are very excited to present Bahrain with our new venue Club XS tomorrow,” said Ramee Rose Hotel General Manager Ankush Sharma.

Club XS is open seven days a week and provides the perfect setting for unwinding after the rigours of work.

Club XS to open its dance floors

DJ Rodney James (File)

DJ Rodney James will make his

Bahrain debut at Club XS

Wednesday, September 23, 2015 7

FRAUD BIZMANGRANTED BAIL

He had swindled a businesswomanDT News NetworkManama

A businessman was yesterday ordered to be released on BD100 bail by the High Criminal Court after he was remanded on charges of dishonesty and forgery.

The 32-year-old was detained for allegedly conning a 46-year-old businesswoman who owned a car rental company.

The victim’s firm had reportedly been facing financial difficulties and the 32-year-old offered to help her save the company. But he allegedly sold the cars owned by the company and pocketed the amount.

He also bought several luxury cars from renowned local dealers, and gave them cheques registered under the

victim’s company though he wasn’t authorised to do that.

The victim alleged the 32-year-old handed cheques worth BD49,000.

“When he met me, he pretended to be a member of a reputed family. He convinced me that he could save my struggling company,” the woman told prosecutors. “He fixed the damaged cars owned by the company, and later sold them to people I have never met.”

He told me that he settled

the debts but I found out that he actually kept the money with him. Later on, I discovered that he had issued cheques without my permission,” she added.

The accused also reportedly forged the victim’s signature while issuing the cheques.

He, however, denied the 46-year-old’s claims, stating that he rented the commercial activity of the company and paid her BD40,000 in exchange.

But it was discovered that he was already implicated in another fraud case.

The accused bought several luxury cars from renowned local dealers, and gave them cheques registered under

the victim’s company

Malaysian national heldfor using fake credit card

Kidnapping: 20 remanded

DT News NetworkManama

A 29-year-old Malaysian impostor was arrested after he purchased a watch using a fake credit card, court reports read.

He landed in police net after a global company specialised in issuing credit cards tipped the Bahraini authorities about a potential fraud attempt using forged cards belonging to US residents.

According to the court reports, the accused made several unsuccessful attempts with the cards, but he eventually succeed in buying a

gold watch worth BD4000. He was identified after reviewing a camera installed in the shop.

“I received the cards from some people in my country. They asked me to go to Bahrain and buy valuable items and give it to them. They promised me they

would give me a share,” the accused said. He alleged that he was forced to accept their offer because his father owed some money to them.

The suspect is being tried before the High Criminal Court over accusations of fraud and forgery.

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A woman driver was injured when her car crashed into metal fence in Duraz. The accident reportedly took place as she tried to avoid hitting another vehicle that came in the wrong lane.

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Twenty persons suspected of kidnapping an Iraqi teenager and holding him captive in a local farm were remanded into police custody for 30 days, pending investigations.

The teenager was brutally attacked before being released,

and his mother found severe bruises across his body on the next day.

Police investigations established the involvement of a 14-year-old Bahraini boy in the incident, and he is being tried before the High Criminal Court.

The victim claimed that he was abducted because the

kidnappers thought he was a ‘police informer’. “They took me to a farm and stripped me. When I asked them what I did, they alleged that I was a police informer,” the victim told prosecutors. “I denied it, but they didn’t believe me. One of them told me that he had seen me talking to a police patrol,” he added.

The accused made several unsuccessful attempts with the

cards, but he eventually succeed in buying a gold watch worth

BD4000

DT News NetworkManama

The Lower Criminal Court yesterday sentenced a person to two years behind bars for stealing a car. The accused was tried for stealing his neighbour’s vehicle. The victim stated earlier that he

left the car unattended with the engine was on. And when he returned, he saw someone driving it away.

“I was about to go to office and I briefly went inside my house. So I left the engine on,” the victim stated. “There were BD500 and two phones

in the vehicle at the time of the robbery. I later saw him (the accused) driving the car in the neighbourhood, and I informed police,” he added.

The accused was already held guilty in connection with 73 felonies, among them 30 robberies.

Man gets two years in prison for robbery

Wednesday, September 23, 20158

Out& abOutPARENTS DAY OUT ON EID AL ADHADate: 23, 24 & 25 September from 3pmVenue: Little Princess at Seef Mall, Manama

Parents can have a completely free afternoon for themselves during the Eid Al Adha while their kids enjoy a magical day at the Little Princess.!

The programmes include Photo opportunity, Meet and greet with the princesses, colouring Sessions with a favorite princess, raffle for a chance to win a Royal Makeover ….. And so much more!

EID AL-ADHA BRUNCH AT THE GULF HOTELDate: 2nd & 3rd day of EidVenue: Takht Jamsheed Restaurant

Enjoy the hospitality and celebrate Eid Al Adha with your family and friends at the Gulf Hotel Bahrain . The Gulf Hotel is renowned for providing guests with excellent services and luxurious accommodations, in addition to being home to several of Bahrain’s leading restaurants. Guests can choose to dine on a range of top quality and authentic cuisines including Iranian, Thai, Lebanese, Chinese, Western-Asian fusion, Japanese, Italian and Mexican.

BAHRAIN IRISH SOCIETY MEMBERS DAY - Ceili 2015Date: Sep 23 at 6pmVenue: British Club, Bahrain

The Bahrain Irish Society is excited to host its first Members’ Open Day Ceili on 23rd September 2015.

Brilliant dance troupe Celtic Soul will be at hand to show all how to ‘Ceili’.....so fear not ! A kids’ ceili starts at 6pm and the adults’ ceili from 7pm onwards. The O’Dwyer’s will also be entertaining everyone on the night with their live Irish music. There will be face painting

for the kids, along with free access to the swimming pool.

A great way to kick off the Eid break !

iRAVE 2015 @ LITE ROYAL HALL – BAHRAINDate: 24 September 2015Venue: Lite Royal Hall, Adliya

BNG presents iRave at Lite Royal Hall Adliya Bahrain during Eid Eladha 24-Sep-2015. Massive lineup of DJ’s, massive stage and awesome show. A mixture of local and international DJ’s playing all type of music in 1 night. Doors are going to be open from 8:00 pm until late.

E40 AT IBRIDA NIGHT CLUBDate: 24 September 2015Venue: Ibrida Night Club at Ramee Grand Hotel

Ibrida presents E40 & DJ KMP Live in Bahrain on Thursday September 24, 2015 . Doors open @8PM. Showtime starts @10PM Sharp

That’s right the Ambassador of the Yay Area, Mr. Charlie Hustle himself, E40 live in Bahrain! Tickets Available at The Ramee Grand Hotel.

THE GLAMOPHONES / LIVE @ JJ’s Date: 25 Sept to 26 Sept ( 5pm till 2am)

Venue: JJ’s Irish Restaurant, Manama

The Glamophones are a retro vocal harmony trio from Birmingham. We start early with JJ’s resident DJ Tripz warming up the After Brunch crowd from 5 pm, followed by our resident band, The Noise, pumping up the crowd with their infectious live energy from 6 pm onwards.

The Glamophones take over from 9 pm onwards and promise to deliver an entertaining show, full of top class music and dancing all night long.

First 20 ladies to enter the venue from 5 pm onwards get to enter Free Of Charge! Tickets available at the door for BD 5 from 5 pm onwards.

MUSICAL RAIN SEASON 2Date: 25 September at 6pmVenue: Indian School grounds

“Musical Rain Season 02” * is a live entertainment stage show filled with music, dance and comedy. Manju Warrier & MG Sreekumar are leading the show together with Nivin Poly Aju Varghese, Ranjini Jose, Aneesh Ravi, Anu Joseph accompanied by a talented orchestra team.

AND WE MET – TA’A SHABAB – MUSIC CONCERTDate : 26 September at 8pmVenue: Cultural Hall

Ta’a al Shabab’s Initiative, “ Harmony” presents  a music concert titled  “ And We met”,  where legends of the Bahraini music, such as Ahmad Al-Jumeiri, and Mohammad Youssef, accompanied by members of  Bahrain Music Troupe will mesmerize the audience and eternalize the moment.FREE MEDICAL CAMP , CANCER AWARENESS CLASS ,FREE CONSULTATIONDate : 26 September 2015Venue: Ashraf Auditorium, Hoora

Mata Amritanandamayi Seva Samiti (MASS) organises the 16th Free Medical check-up camp for families at Ashraf Auditorium 6th Floor Hoora on Saturday , Sept 26th 2015, from 8am to 12noon in association with Cancer Care Group and Leading Hospitals and Medical Labs in Bahrain.

Senior Medical Consultants will conduct the medical examinations

, Free Health awareness and safety tips by Oncology and Gynec Doctors . Blood Test (Thyroid , Cholesterol Test), and LMRA Amnesty Guidelines will also be provided at the camp which is open to all.

For Registration Please call our Ladies Wing on: 17684778 , 39896467, 39585419 , 33910983.

DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMEN’S RIDE 2015Date: Saturday, September 26Venue: Awali, Bahrain

DGR is a community and charity event that brings together riders of classic styled motorcycles and has them dressed in their finest threads to raise money and awareness into men’s health issues. On Sunday September 27th 2015, more than 30,000 smartly-dressed gentlefolk in over 400 cities will straddle the saddles of their café racers, bobbers, scramblers and other marvelous custom motorcycles to raise awareness and help fund the cure for prostate cancer. Bahrain is going to join the 2015 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and it’s scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2015.

LUNAR EVENT ( THE SUPER MOON)Date: Sat Sep 26 2015 at 01:00 pm Venue: Aldar Islands, Bahrain

The Lunar Festivals team has prepared another awesome dance floor for you on the beautiful Al Dar Islands that come alive with beautiful custom-art decor.. An overload of wonderfulness on and off the dance floor is awaited. VJs committed to

blowing your minds will be creating light-shows with some of the latest tech on their decks.

There is some incredible DJ talent mixing from the comforts of their bedroom studios. Join us as we pay tribute to the Super Moon with electronic beats mixed in to the moonlight by the best home grown DJs.

GHADA SHBEIR’S MUSIC CONCERTDate : 27 September 8pmVenue: Cultural Hall

The renowned Lebanese singer Ghada Shbeir will perform a mesmerizing music concert accompanied by pianist Elie Hardan at the Cultural Hall. Ghada Shbeir’s repertoire will include a selection of Lebanese, Arabo -Andalusian songs (Mouwashahet) and improvisedtexts by Al-Hallaj and Gabran Khalil Gibran.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING PROGRAMSDate: 27 September 2015Venue: InterContinental Regency Bahrain, ManamaThe Training Programme components include:

• First Aid• Health Care Provider CPR• Emergency Oxygen Support• Automated External Defibrillation

ORAIB HAMDAN’S MUSIC CONCERTDate : 28 September at 8pmVenue: Cultural Hall

The Jordanian-born  artist Oraib Hamdan ,  originally from  Palestinian town of Janine, is performing at the Cultural Hall on 28 September 2015.

Nominated by the official rulers to represent UAE abroad, Oraib participated in many international music festivals and events and official inauguration ceremonies as a solo or accompanied by the National Operetta. 

How to reach us

‘Out & About’ page gives up-to-date information on a daily basis (except on

Wednesday and Thursday) on the events and programmes

taking place in clubs, associations, churches, temples, mosques,

universities, colleges, schools, and Bahrain Exhibition Centre. To be included, you may share your events’ details well in advance

on our whatsapp group ‘Bahrain Events’

(39817819) or email: outandabout@dt.bh

or call 38444680.

Mark YourCalendar

Today’s evenT

FRENCH ELECTRONICA NIGHTSDate: Thursday, 24 September 6pm to 10pmVenue: Novotel Al Dana Resort, Manama

The Embassy of France to Bahrain, jointly with Novotel Al Dana Resort and Alliance Française, has launched a one-year series of French Electronica Gigs since June. French electronic music is highly famous (David Guetta, Air, Bob Sinclair, Daft Punk etc…). For this 3rd session at Novotel, DJ Camille

Rodriguez is flying from France to play a special Bahraini set.

TUG PRESENTS: CLASSIC HOUSE EID CELEBRATIONDate : Wednesday September 23Venue : Brazil Lounge, Manama

Totally Underground takes you back to the early 2000’s and Presents Classic House EID CELEBRATION the famous Hed Kandi, Ministry Of Sound and much more unforgettably tunes. TUG resident Dj’s VJMP3 and DJ COSSTA are ready to make your Eid Sound different. A mixture of Classic House Tunes and Funky House all night long.. Free entry for everyone who dress SMART CASUAL.

Wednesday, September 23, 20158

Out& abOutPARENTS DAY OUT ON EID AL ADHADate: 23, 24 & 25 September from 3pmVenue: Little Princess at Seef Mall, Manama

Parents can have a completely free afternoon for themselves during the Eid Al Adha while their kids enjoy a magical day at the Little Princess.!

The programmes include Photo opportunity, Meet and greet with the princesses, colouring Sessions with a favorite princess, raffle for a chance to win a Royal Makeover ….. And so much more!

EID AL-ADHA BRUNCH AT THE GULF HOTELDate: 2nd & 3rd day of EidVenue: Takht Jamsheed Restaurant

Enjoy the hospitality and celebrate Eid Al Adha with your family and friends at the Gulf Hotel Bahrain . The Gulf Hotel is renowned for providing guests with excellent services and luxurious accommodations, in addition to being home to several of Bahrain’s leading restaurants. Guests can choose to dine on a range of top quality and authentic cuisines including Iranian, Thai, Lebanese, Chinese, Western-Asian fusion, Japanese, Italian and Mexican.

BAHRAIN IRISH SOCIETY MEMBERS DAY - Ceili 2015Date: Sep 23 at 6pmVenue: British Club, Bahrain

The Bahrain Irish Society is excited to host its first Members’ Open Day Ceili on 23rd September 2015.

Brilliant dance troupe Celtic Soul will be at hand to show all how to ‘Ceili’.....so fear not ! A kids’ ceili starts at 6pm and the adults’ ceili from 7pm onwards. The O’Dwyer’s will also be entertaining everyone on the night with their live Irish music. There will be face painting

for the kids, along with free access to the swimming pool.

A great way to kick off the Eid break !

iRAVE 2015 @ LITE ROYAL HALL – BAHRAINDate: 24 September 2015Venue: Lite Royal Hall, Adliya

BNG presents iRave at Lite Royal Hall Adliya Bahrain during Eid Eladha 24-Sep-2015. Massive lineup of DJ’s, massive stage and awesome show. A mixture of local and international DJ’s playing all type of music in 1 night. Doors are going to be open from 8:00 pm until late.

E40 AT IBRIDA NIGHT CLUBDate: 24 September 2015Venue: Ibrida Night Club at Ramee Grand Hotel

Ibrida presents E40 & DJ KMP Live in Bahrain on Thursday September 24, 2015 . Doors open @8PM. Showtime starts @10PM Sharp

That’s right the Ambassador of the Yay Area, Mr. Charlie Hustle himself, E40 live in Bahrain! Tickets Available at The Ramee Grand Hotel.

THE GLAMOPHONES / LIVE @ JJ’s Date: 25 Sept to 26 Sept ( 5pm till 2am)

Venue: JJ’s Irish Restaurant, Manama

The Glamophones are a retro vocal harmony trio from Birmingham. We start early with JJ’s resident DJ Tripz warming up the After Brunch crowd from 5 pm, followed by our resident band, The Noise, pumping up the crowd with their infectious live energy from 6 pm onwards.

The Glamophones take over from 9 pm onwards and promise to deliver an entertaining show, full of top class music and dancing all night long.

First 20 ladies to enter the venue from 5 pm onwards get to enter Free Of Charge! Tickets available at the door for BD 5 from 5 pm onwards.

MUSICAL RAIN SEASON 2Date: 25 September at 6pmVenue: Indian School grounds

“Musical Rain Season 02” * is a live entertainment stage show filled with music, dance and comedy. Manju Warrier & MG Sreekumar are leading the show together with Nivin Poly Aju Varghese, Ranjini Jose, Aneesh Ravi, Anu Joseph accompanied by a talented orchestra team.

AND WE MET – TA’A SHABAB – MUSIC CONCERTDate : 26 September at 8pmVenue: Cultural Hall

Ta’a al Shabab’s Initiative, “ Harmony” presents  a music concert titled  “ And We met”,  where legends of the Bahraini music, such as Ahmad Al-Jumeiri, and Mohammad Youssef, accompanied by members of  Bahrain Music Troupe will mesmerize the audience and eternalize the moment.FREE MEDICAL CAMP , CANCER AWARENESS CLASS ,FREE CONSULTATIONDate : 26 September 2015Venue: Ashraf Auditorium, Hoora

Mata Amritanandamayi Seva Samiti (MASS) organises the 16th Free Medical check-up camp for families at Ashraf Auditorium 6th Floor Hoora on Saturday , Sept 26th 2015, from 8am to 12noon in association with Cancer Care Group and Leading Hospitals and Medical Labs in Bahrain.

Senior Medical Consultants will conduct the medical examinations

, Free Health awareness and safety tips by Oncology and Gynec Doctors . Blood Test (Thyroid , Cholesterol Test), and LMRA Amnesty Guidelines will also be provided at the camp which is open to all.

For Registration Please call our Ladies Wing on: 17684778 , 39896467, 39585419 , 33910983.

DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMEN’S RIDE 2015Date: Saturday, September 26Venue: Awali, Bahrain

DGR is a community and charity event that brings together riders of classic styled motorcycles and has them dressed in their finest threads to raise money and awareness into men’s health issues. On Sunday September 27th 2015, more than 30,000 smartly-dressed gentlefolk in over 400 cities will straddle the saddles of their café racers, bobbers, scramblers and other marvelous custom motorcycles to raise awareness and help fund the cure for prostate cancer. Bahrain is going to join the 2015 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and it’s scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2015.

LUNAR EVENT ( THE SUPER MOON)Date: Sat Sep 26 2015 at 01:00 pm Venue: Aldar Islands, Bahrain

The Lunar Festivals team has prepared another awesome dance floor for you on the beautiful Al Dar Islands that come alive with beautiful custom-art decor.. An overload of wonderfulness on and off the dance floor is awaited. VJs committed to

blowing your minds will be creating light-shows with some of the latest tech on their decks.

There is some incredible DJ talent mixing from the comforts of their bedroom studios. Join us as we pay tribute to the Super Moon with electronic beats mixed in to the moonlight by the best home grown DJs.

GHADA SHBEIR’S MUSIC CONCERTDate : 27 September 8pmVenue: Cultural Hall

The renowned Lebanese singer Ghada Shbeir will perform a mesmerizing music concert accompanied by pianist Elie Hardan at the Cultural Hall. Ghada Shbeir’s repertoire will include a selection of Lebanese, Arabo -Andalusian songs (Mouwashahet) and improvisedtexts by Al-Hallaj and Gabran Khalil Gibran.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING PROGRAMSDate: 27 September 2015Venue: InterContinental Regency Bahrain, ManamaThe Training Programme components include:

• First Aid• Health Care Provider CPR• Emergency Oxygen Support• Automated External Defibrillation

ORAIB HAMDAN’S MUSIC CONCERTDate : 28 September at 8pmVenue: Cultural Hall

The Jordanian-born  artist Oraib Hamdan ,  originally from  Palestinian town of Janine, is performing at the Cultural Hall on 28 September 2015.

Nominated by the official rulers to represent UAE abroad, Oraib participated in many international music festivals and events and official inauguration ceremonies as a solo or accompanied by the National Operetta. 

How to reach us

‘Out & About’ page gives up-to-date information on a daily basis (except on

Wednesday and Thursday) on the events and programmes

taking place in clubs, associations, churches, temples, mosques,

universities, colleges, schools, and Bahrain Exhibition Centre. To be included, you may share your events’ details well in advance

on our whatsapp group ‘Bahrain Events’

(39817819) or email: outandabout@dt.bh

or call 38444680.

Mark YourCalendar

Today’s evenT

FRENCH ELECTRONICA NIGHTSDate: Thursday, 24 September 6pm to 10pmVenue: Novotel Al Dana Resort, Manama

The Embassy of France to Bahrain, jointly with Novotel Al Dana Resort and Alliance Française, has launched a one-year series of French Electronica Gigs since June. French electronic music is highly famous (David Guetta, Air, Bob Sinclair, Daft Punk etc…). For this 3rd session at Novotel, DJ Camille

Rodriguez is flying from France to play a special Bahraini set.

TUG PRESENTS: CLASSIC HOUSE EID CELEBRATIONDate : Wednesday September 23Venue : Brazil Lounge, Manama

Totally Underground takes you back to the early 2000’s and Presents Classic House EID CELEBRATION the famous Hed Kandi, Ministry Of Sound and much more unforgettably tunes. TUG resident Dj’s VJMP3 and DJ COSSTA are ready to make your Eid Sound different. A mixture of Classic House Tunes and Funky House all night long.. Free entry for everyone who dress SMART CASUAL.

9Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Campus@dt.bhThe philosophy of the school room in one generation will be the philosophy of government in the next.Abraham Lincoln

The excellent performance of The New Indian School (NIS) in the CBSE Class X and XII Board Examinations, 2015 was acclaimed and honoured by the HRD Minister of India, Smriti Zubin Irani. A personal note of appreciation was sent by the Minister to the Principal and the teachers for their utmost commitment and their critical role in producing outstanding results. Ten students from Class X and XII also received an encomium from the Minister for

their stupendous performance in the Board Examinations, 2015.

Director and Principal, Dr. V. Gopalan personally congratulated the teachers and students for their exemplary performance on the eve of Teacher’s Day celebration. He also administered a tem point oath of late Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Former President of India and urged the teachers to continue serving the noble profession and produce such exceptional results year after year.

Names of Teachers: Annie Thomas, Vanita J.

Rajosth, Yasmin Munaf Sindhi, Sakina Mirza, Saritha Sethumadhavan, Abitha M. T, Misha Nandakumar, Suseela Mohan, Soumi Mondal, Sheeba Varghese, Shanipriya, Seethalakshmi K., Lincy Joby, Saritha Sasidharan, Sridharsiva S., Susy T. Paul, Sheela Suresh Babu, Rugmini Devi, Ushakumari, Sujitha Lawrence, Shimna Biju, Sherin Varghese, Rajitha Abraham, Lakshmi

Bijukumar, Veerakumar, Manjari, Sindhuja, Radhika Anilkumar and Sonia Simon.

Names of Students: Class X: Sithara

Purushothaman, Jasmine Maria Jacob, Olive Rachel Mammen, Jenita Susan Philip, Bharathi Krishna Moorthy, Abhirami Narayanan, Jayson Mathew Thomas and Sowmica M. L.

Class XII: Munira Taher and Kiran Murali.

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Bahrain Indian School (BIS) celebrated Hindi Diwas with colourful programs on September 14. Students performed various songs, poem, skit and dance. The Hindi songs of the yore ‘Nani teri morni ko mor le gaye’ and ‘ Lakdi ki Kathi’ by grade I & II gave great start to the celebrations. Songs and dances like Desh Rangila added the zest. Finally, it was the skit by Grade IV & V that stole the show.

Subhash Nohwar and Anshul Nohwar of the Hindi Department trained the students for the show. Students and teachers loved and enjoyed all the performance showcased by the students. The celebrations were attended by Principal Dr. Heena Rachh and Director Ritu Verma, who appreciated the students and teachers for their great effort in making Hindi Diwas a grand success.

BIS celebrates Hindi Diwas

In the pic, from left: Subhash Nohwar, Ritu Verma and Dr. Heena

The New Horizon School ( NHS ) conducted Investiture     ceremony of      the Student Council at the Jannusan School premises on  September, 19   2015.   The new  Head Boy Joshua Ninan and   Head Girl   Ann Mary   led the oath taking ceremony for the Student Council office bearers. Mrs. Betsy Jaise gave the welcome note. 

Chief Guest     IPS Officer Rishiraj Singh     in his keynote address   emphasized on the need for students to be updated on the latest technology and develop a spirit of applying technology to save water and electricity.   

The other  dignitaries  who attended were BJP State Secretary    Radha

Krishna Menon,   Trivandrum Press Club     President   Ajith Kumar,  KCA   General Secretary   Sovichen Chennattussery,     PTA ex-officio members  Reju Ninan, Ritu Jaison, Sunil Cherian  and  parents.

  Principal, Nirmala Jose praised the staff and students for their team spirit and sought the co-operation of the parents to nurture the dream of moulding the future leaders.

Nandita Dilip, Convenor of the Student Editorial committee offered the whole-hearted support of the student council in the School’s personality development programmes.

Non-academic activity coordinator Rene Koshy   proposed the vote of thanks.

NHS student council sworn in  

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The Pet ProjectDT News Network

Ticks are a parasite that commonly affect dogs, particularly during the summer season. While you can find these critters in almost any environment, their favourite spots are warm, grassy and wooded. Certain types of tick bites can be quite harmful to your dog, causing symptoms like irritation, hypersensitivity, skin damage, and anemia. Ticks can also carry diseases with them, like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, tick-borne fever, and Lyme disease. These diseases can be dangerous to your pet if left

untreated, which is why you

should call your veterinarian right away if you suspect that your pet has been bitten by a tick.

All of these tick-borne diseases can cause your dog to become feverish and lethargic. Your pet may also stop eating, which is a sure sign of a problem. Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tick-borne fever can also cause a cough, laboured breathing, and discharge from the eyes and nose. Lyme disease brings depression, arthritis, and lameness as well. Any of these symptoms warrant a trip to the veterinarian right away, since prompt treatment is extremely important to the health of your pet in these cases.

If you spend a day in the woods with your dog, make sure to check his skin when you get home

for signs of a tick. If you discover one of these critters, there are some methods for removing it that will avoid further damage and pain to your pooch. First, do not use the match treatment that has been commonly thought to be effective in this process. You will stand a much greater chance of burning your pet’s skin than removing the tick. Instead, rub an alcohol swab around the area and gently pry the tick away with tweezers, holding close to the head. Never flush a live tick down your toilet unless you want him to come back up and bite you in the you-know-where! Instead, place the tick in a sealed jar with some alcohol to get rid of it once and for all.

BONGO - Male, 2 yrs, neutered and micro-chipped, may have front leg injury as always jumping from wallsand injures same leg, right front tooth chipped and has kink at end of tail (can be felt), no collar, Hamala (block from Children’s Academy), 16/9/15, 39450969

PABLO - Male, neutered, wearingpale pink collar, last seen in Barbar (near Noor Garden), 24/6/15.36356014

ROY - Male Husky, 2 mos, white w slight grey on top of back, black eyes, no collar, Sanad, 30/5/15.33133650

CARAMEL - Female mixed breed, wearing grey collar, owners on leave, ran away in Hamad Town (Damistanarea). 37771045

CHOOTY - Female, 1 yr, wearing red dog rope which accidentally cameoff, may have been stolen, Adliya(around old palace). 16/9/15. 33275888

AFRICAN GREY PARROT - Missing from East Riffa, wearing golden ring band, 13/9/15. 33356652

Missing Pets

Getting rid of ticks

This is a fantasy-fuelled Zoolander moment and it is about Christian Benteke. The reason for this is because he is incredibly over rated at the moment. It seems that so many people expect him to be smashing it at Liverpool, and yet I never thought he would.He is still the most picked striker in Fantasy Football and one of the most picked players overall and Liverpool deemed him worth £32.5 million.What player were they watching? Have they seen their own style of play? What has he done in the last few years to alert anyone that he is definitely going to score loads of goals?

InconsistentSince arriving in the Premier League, Benteke has failed to score on a very consistent level. He has a good goal to game ratio but usually strings a lot of goals into a shost period of time and then embarks on a long goal scoring drought.Many might be happy enough with this but it isn’t what the top players are about. They are not about form, they are about being the best. When you are the best you will always score. You will always play well.Benteke is not among those players, so why was he bought for the same price as them?

Price inflationThis year the prices of players have really started to, properly, go up which does make his price tag a little easier to take. He is young and therefore, of course, has potential. However, he is not a young boy, clearly he has grown to the maximum level of physicality. So we have seen the best of him on that side of the game.That isn’t a terrible thing because he is good at that. He also has flashes of brilliance in him as you can see from the gif below. In fact, if he isn’t scoring headers he is usually scoring great goals. This sounds like high praise but he rarely scores your ‘bread and butter’ goals and so he fails to really rack up top, top goalscoring tallies.Part of this is because of injuries, and he has just got injured again. I can’t say much on that other than it’s a good reason not to spend so much money and good reason not to have him in your fantasy team.

Problem with the fundamentalsThe problem is the basics, he can’t dribble very well. His touch isn’t great. He is not one to spray 40 yard passes or cut a defence open with a clever reverse pass. This isn’t his job of course, it’s to score goals, and yet in my opinion he isn’t really scoring enough.

You only have to watch him to understand all this. His stats are quite good and his stature suggests he is difficult to play against. On his day he does well, but a top club needs a player who always does well and doesn’t have to wait for ‘his day’.So far he has only scored two goals for Liverpool. One of which was a ridiculous overhead, the other of which should not have counted. He really only has one goal for them in six games and he doesn’t look like he is coming close to scoring very often. I don’t remember Luis Suarez ever having that problem.

Harsh assessmentHowever, ultimately I am actually being fairly harsh on Benteke and highlighting his shortcomings when he actually does have a lot of strong points. Maybe some day in the future he will prove me wrong, but the real problem is the style of play that Liverpool and Benteke play.It was much talked about before he

joined. Is he the right type of player? No, he obviously isn’t. I mentioned that he doesn’t score quite enough goals and he failed to create a lot too.If Brendan Rogers and Liverpool football club are to take any credit for what they achieved when they finished second then they have to be aware that they played a style that suited Luis Suarez, where they could get the best out of him.

Could a philosophy change be of benefit?

So why not change your philosophy? Maybe no one else was available but I still see Liverpool playing the same way and Benteke doesn’t have the attributes to control a game the way Suarez did, despite Liverpool paying more for him.If Liverpool change their game to play to his strengths i.e. play the ball up to him early and get lots of crosses into the box, then I will lay off them a little bit.Fantasy players, it’s you I am really angry at. Get him out your team. Wait for him to score, at least, for two games in a row before putting him in.So I feel like I am taking crazy pills because so many people seem so convinced that Benteke will be a success at Liverpool when it was always unlikely he would.

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Christian Benteke: is LiverpooL’s Big-money Buy overrated?

HAJJ SPECIAL 11Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Pilgrims in mass movement to start HajjMecca

Hundreds of thousands of Muslims from across the globe began the annual Hajj pilgrimage yesterday in one of the largest annual gatherings of people in the world.

In what for many will be the highlight of their spiritual lives, pilgrims began moving from Saudi Arabia’s Holy city of Mecca to nearby Mina for the start

of the six-day event. Almost two million people are expected to take part in this year’s pilgrimage, undeterred by a crane collapse at Mecca’s Grand Mosque earlier this month that killed 109 people and injured nearly 400 at Islam’s holiest site.

Joyous pilgrims like 35-year-old Egyptian Walaa Ali had been gathering for days ahead of the event.

“It is a gift from God that he has

chosen us to come here,” Ali said with tears in her eyes, as preachers nearby explained the history and rituals of the Hajj to men and women sitting side by side in Mecca.

“I am so happy to be here,” she said.The Hajj is among the five pillars of

Islam and every capable Muslim must perform the pilgrimage at least once in his or her life.

METRO PILGRIMAGEOff to Mecca

Riyadh

Saudi Arabia has rolled out a special metro train service for this year’s Hajj season that will allow nearly 370,000 pilgrims to travel daily from Mecca to Arafat and help reduce traffic congestion.

This year’s special metro service was flagged off here yesterday. It can carry about 370,000 passengers daily, said Haji Muhammad Burhanuddin Ismail, the Director of Operations at Al Mashaer Al Muqaddassah Mecca Metro

Southern Line (MMMSL). The train will commence operations between the Arafat 1 station and will head north toward Jamarat in Mina, stopping at the nine stations along the way, according to Prasarana Malaysia Berhad (Prasarana) company, which was awarded a three-year contract for operations and maintenance of the train network.

Providing connectivity between Arafat, Muzdalifah and Mina, over 370,000 pilgrims are expected to travel daily on the

18.1km alignment. The train service is exclusive for Hajj season.

The train service is expected to effectively take out 53,000 buses from the service and ease traffic congestions.

The train system will operate in five different modes of movements in sync with the Hajj rituals, with the stops increased or reduced in line with the rituals.

The train operations will be officially closed for this year on Sunday.

Train will commence operations

between the Arafat 1 station

and will head north toward

Jamarat in Mina

The Muslim hajjAnnual pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Muslim pilgrims circle counterclockwise Islam’sholiest shrine, the Kaaba, at the Grand Mosque in Mecca

Sept 20 (Photo: Mohammed Al-Shaikh)

80% of internationalpilgrims from nationalofficial hajj delegations

20% with tourism companies

$4,600 to $5,000per pilgrim

Average spending740 fire hydrants and 800 taps connectedto 100-kilometre water network

Fire safety100,000 police deployed

Pilgrims expected: Around 2 million

Healthcare25,000 workers8 temporary hospitals

Grand Mosque

Every fit Muslim is expected to perform at least one hajj pilgrimage in a lifetime

Being expanded by around400,000 sq m

12 plasma screens(2 m wide) to broadcast messages to pilgrims outside mosque

Eid working hours for cultural sites announcedManama

Bahrain Culture and Antiquities Authority announced that on the occasion of Eid Al Adha, the Eid working hours of

cultural sites will be changed as Bahrain and Riffa fort will be open on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 8am to 8pm. Beit Isa Al Khalifa, Beit Al

Jasra and Arad fort would be open from 3pm to 6pm on Friday, while on Saturday and Sunday it would be open from 10am to 5pm and on Mondays from 7am to 2pm.

Hajj Mission clinic receives 750 patients in ten days

At the Bahrain Hajj Mission’s temporary clinic

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Bahrain Hajj Mission’s temporary clinic in Mecca received more than 750 cases in the past ten days, health authorities announced yesterday.

According to Bahrain Hajj Mission Medical Committee Head Dr. Al Baqqara, most of the cases received at the clinic were respiratory system related, such as ordinary flu. He also said 34 cases were transferred to Al Noor Hospital in Mecca.

Dr. Al Baqqara further confirmed that the clinic did not receive any Middle East

Respiratory Symptom (MERS/Corona-Virus) cases. He said this on a telephonic conversation with Health Minister Sadiq Al Shehabi.

“Since its establishment on September 11, the clinic has been operating around the clock, receiving more than 750 pilgrims, ” he added.

A clinic was opened yesterday at the valley of Mina, which will remain open until the third day of Eid. Another clinic will be opened today at the Arafat Mountain, Dr. Al Baqqara said adding that a medical mini-team has been formed at railway stations to provide emergency medical services.

SaudiNational day

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Saudi Arabia’s free market economy has undergone remarkable changes in a relatively short period of time. It has evolved from a basic agricultural society into a regional and global economic power with a modern infrastructure.

Petroleum is an integral part of the Saudi economy; Saudi Arabia is the world’s largest producer and exporter of oil. In recent decades the Kingdom has increasingly diversified its economy, and today produces and exports a variety of industrial goods all over the globe.

The government has an essential role in industrial and economic development. The Ministry of Economy

and Planning formulates economic and social development plans that set long-term economic goals. Additional sectors of the economy are overseen by individual ministries, such as agriculture, energy, transportation, communications and finance.

The private sector is playing an increasingly larger role in the Saudi economy – it now accounts for 48 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP). The sector is expected to continue growing, especially as Saudi Arabia opens its doors further to foreign investment.

In December 2005, Saudi Arabia joined the World Trade Organization (WTO), a significant development that gives Saudi products greater access to global markets, creates jobs and encourages foreign investment.

Building a modern economyWhen the modern Kingdom was established in

1932, the Arabian Peninsula was an agricultural society that depended on farming and commerce – especially date exports and trade generated by pilgrims coming to Makkah and Madinah. It lacked the infrastructure needed to support the kind of economic growth envisioned by its founder, King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al-Saud.

The discovery of oil in commercial quantities in 1938 changed that. Soon after World War II, steady oil exports provided the funds to build a basic infrastructure of roads, airports, seaports, schools and hospitals.

In 1970, Saudi Arabia introduced the first of a series of ongoing five-year development plans to build a modern economy capable of producing consumer and industrial goods that previously had been imported. The country’s infrastructure was expanded, allowing industry and commerce to flourish.

At the same time, the national oil company, Aramco, invested in new production facilities, pipelines, plants and shipping facilities and continued exploring for new deposits to maximize earnings from the oil sector, which were needed to fund further growth.

The result has been a steady economic transformation of the country. Today, Saudi Arabia is one of the fastest developing countries in the world.

Steady economic tranSformation

The Saudi National Day is celebrated in Saudi Arabia on every 23 September. Saudi National Day follows the day where King Abdulaziz announced the country as a kingdom on 23 September 1932.This year (2015) KSA is celebrating its 85th Saudi National Day.

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National Day National Daycongratulate the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia on their

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The ChairmanBoard of Directors, Management and Employees

of the Bahrain National Gas Company and Bahrain National Gas Expansion Company would like to

The Kingdom of Bahrain enjoys longstanding healthy bilateral relations with most countries of the world and is also a key area of economic bilateral co-operation. Bahrain plays a major role in promoting international relations by hosting several international forums aimed at further advanced global partnerships. It has also hosted many functions to further cement partnership between the Gulf, the broader Middle East and North Africa.

Last year His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa attended the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s National Day celebrations, held by the Saudi Embassy in Bahrain, and hailed the achievements accomplished under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Saudi Arabia’s strategic role and supportive stances for Gulf , Arab and Muslim countries is well known.

Bahrain has always joined the celebrations of the National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi

Arabia from the understanding of participating the happy days of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . The bonds of love and brotherhood tie of both Kingdoms will always grow strong .

The support of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Kingdom of Bahrain is commendable. The relations between the two kingdoms carry an inherited character that will continue to enjoy Bahrain’s interest and appreciation. Bahrain has voiced keenness for further consolidating relations and cooperation between the two countries, especially amid the focused attention paid by HM King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa and the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to further consolidate bilateral relations.

Connecting Saudi Arabia to the Kingdom of Bahrain, the King Fahd Causeway is a marvel of engineering. The King Fahd Causeway is vital in linking Saudi Arabia and Bahrain and enhances relations between the two countries. The idea of constructing the causeway was based on improving the links and bonds between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. It all started during the 1950s, when King Saud of Saudi Arabia visited Bahrain on a state visit. While there, he expressed a wish to solidify the relationship between the two countries, setting in motion some ambitious ideas. Over ten years later, on another state visit, the Prime Minister

of Bahrain and King Faisal of Saudi Arabia officially agreed that a literal bridge between the two countries would serve this purpose admirably.

In 1968, both countries formed a joint committee to assess the financial undertaking required for the task. As a result, the World Bank was requested by the committee to contribute their assistance in methods of implementation of the mammoth-sized project. This required taking into account the environmental and geographical aspects of the Saudi-Bahrain region.

As you drive over the bridges, you can take in fantastic sea views across the Gulf of Bahrain and over towards the cities

of Al Khobar or Manama, depending on which direction you’re travelling. Traffic on the causeway can be heavy, especially during rush hour and at the weekend, so pay attention to local traffic news before you visit.

Customs and passport control are on the fourth and largest island. You can turn around before you reach it, if you’re just visiting the Causeway for the joy of driving, but if you’re planning to visit Bahrain for the afternoon make sure you have the appropriate travel documents with you. Fast food restaurants McDonalds and Kudu are located on the Saudi side if you’re in need of a refuel before continuing.

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Batelco has been presented with four new ISO Certificates in Information Security (ISO 27001:2013), following an auditing process conducted by Certification Bureau Veritas. The certification was received for e-Services, Retail Operations, Data Centres and Wholesale operations. Batelco Bahrain General Manager Human Resources & Corporate Services Suhaila Alnowakhda presented the awards to managers of the certified areas. Chief Executive of Certification Bureau Veritas Bahrain, Zulfiqar Haider, was present on the occasion, which was attended by a number of Batelco staff. Above, Batelco team members involved in achieving the ISO27001:2013 certifications.

Bahrain Polytechnic Business School has aligned its Bachelor of Business (Accounting) programme to ACCA ( Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) requirements, as part of its academic development efforts. Fazeela Gopalani, ACCA Global’s Head of Education – Middle East, visited the campus on September 16 to hold discussions with the Polytechnic executive management.

Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) Bahrain held a Workshop for its Licensees on Sunday titled “Service Quality Measurement Reporting”. The event held at TRA headquarters in the Seef District was attended by delegates from telecommu-nications operators in Bahrain.

Bahrain Polytechnic’s Business School organised a lecture at the campus on “Networking” by Bahraini coach Moham-med Abdullah Isa. The seminar focused on raising aware-ness on self-marketing and effective communication at professional and social levels. Above, Mohammed Isa dur-ing his presentation at the Bahrain Hall at the campus.

Norka Help Desk has started distribution of Norka   ID Cards. Bah-rain Keraleeya Sama-jam  General Secretary V. K Pavithran handed over Norka ID cards to Navakerala mem-bers.  Convenor Sira-judheen and other BKS Norka members   at-tended the function.

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His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday received the credentials of five newly-appointed ambassadors to Bahrain in Sakhir Palace. HM the King received Ambassadors Alfred Simms-Protz of Germany, Abdulrahman Khalil Ahmed of Sudan, Simon Martin of the United Kingdom, Hamish Craig Mac Master of New Zealand and Carlos de Tejada Gorman of Spain. King Hamad wished them every success in assuming their diplomatic duties.

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has received a message from King Abdulla II of Jordan hailing long-standing bilateral relations, while mulling ways to open up new horizons of cooperation in all sectors. This came as HM the King received at Al Sakhir Palace Speaker of the Jordanian House of Representatives Atef Tarawneh, who handed over to him the letter. HM King underscored the importance of parliamentary delegations’ visits and exchange of expertise in enhancing coordination at regional and international gatherings to serve the Arab Nations’ issues and interests.

Arab countries have paid tribute to Bahrain for the crucial role it plays in championing Arab issues and supporting right and justice. This came as Prime Minister HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa received at his palace in Riffa heads of diplomatic missions led by Kuwaiti Ambassador and Head of the Diplomatic Corps Shaikh Azzam Mubarak Al Sabah. The delegation also included Ambassadors Shaikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Saud Al Thani of Qatar, Mohammed bin Youssef of Tunisia, Kadri Al Sayeh of Algeria, Fawzy El Tahir Ahmed Abdul A’ali of Libya and Taha Mohammed Abdulqader of Palestine. Chargé d’Affaires at the Yemeni Embassy in Bahrain Hassan Massoud Qahtan and the Chargé d’Affaires at the Lebanese Embassy Ibrahim El Yes Assaf were also present.

Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa yesterday held discussions with US Ambassador William Roebuck at Gudaibiya Palace. Prince Salman highlighted the Kingdom’s con-tinued support to international efforts in providing a secure environment through-out the region, and praised the longstanding ties between Bahrain and the US.

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TALIBAN KILL 10 SOLDIERSMazar-i-Sharif

Taliban militants who gained access to an Afghan army post through a collaborator killed 10 soldiers yesterday, officials said, in the latest episode of an “insider attack” on government

forces. Lutfollah Azizi, governor of the northern province of Jawzjan where the incident took place at around 2:00am, said 14 soldiers were stationed at the checkpoint, including one infiltrator who allowed the attackers to enter. “After

killing four soldiers using a hand grenade, the Taliban detained the others by tying their hands behind their backs. They then executed six more, while three managed to escape,” Azizi said.

The attack was confirmed by provincial police chief Faqir Mohammad Jawzjani. Meanwhile,

six police officers including a district chief were killed the same day by a roadside bomb in the neighbouring province of Balkh.

Jawzjan province, which borders Turkmenistan, has largely been spared the worst of the violence from a bloody Taliban insurgency now in its 14th year.

But some of its districts, including Qush Tepah where the attack took place, have seen a rising Taliban presence.

The Taliban, fighting a bloody insurgency since a US-led invasion ousted them from power in 2001, have long said the departure of “occupying” foreign troops is a necessary condition for meaningful peace talks.

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Sydney

The deaths of three Australian soldiers killed in an insider attack in Afghanistan in 2012 may have been prevented had the military passed down a NATO order to tighten security, a coroner found yesterday.

Deputy coroner John Lock in the state of Queensland said an order from NATO’s International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in 2012 to increase protections for troops after a spate of insider attacks was not passed down to the platoon level and the failure to pass down these

key orders might have contributed to the deaths of the soldiers. Lock said in 2012, there had been a significant spike in insider attacks in Afghanistan and this promoted NATO-led ISAF to release an order that emphasised security, including separation of Afghan soldiers from mentoring troops and the employment of armoured guards.

He said there was a “failure at a number of levels in the chain of command” to implement the order, which required a reinforcement of protection measures.

Sapper James Martin, Private

Robert Poate and Lance Corporal Stjepan Milosevic were shot dead by Afghan National Army Sergeant Hekmatullah in August 2012 at a small patrol base in southern Uruzgan province.

The Australians were not in a state of readiness, with some soldiers wearing gym gear, when the attack started.

Lock recommended the Australian Defence Force review communication processes so intelligence information and risk reduction measures would be shared throughout command structures.

Australian military criticised over deaths in Afghanistan

‘No peace until foreign troops leave’Kabul

The Taliban’s new leader told Kabul yesterday it must cancel a security deal with the United States and expel all foreign troops if it wants peace.

Mullah Mansour, who formally took charge after the death of Taliban founder Mullah Omar was confirmed in July, made the demand in a message marking the Muslim festival of Eid ul Adha.

“If the Kabul administration wants to end the war and establish peace in the country, it is possible through ending the occupation

and revoking all military and security treaties with the invaders,” Mansour said. Washington and Kabul signed a deal in September last year allowing around 13,000 foreign troops, including 10,000 US soldiers, to stay on after NATO’s combat mission ended in December 2014.

Mullah Mansour

Six police officers including a district

chief were killed the same day by a

roadside bomb

US businesswoman held in China for ‘espionage’TrappedBeijing

A US businesswoman has been held for six months in China over alleged espionage, her supporters said.

China’s ministry of state security detained Sandy Phan-Gillis in March and she is being investigated on accusations of “spying and stealing state secrets”, according to the website savesandy.org, which provides information on her and her case.

Phan-Gillis was held while crossing the border to Macau at the end of a visit to China by a trade delegation from the Texas oil capital Houston, where she is a member of the mayor’s International Trade and Development Council, the site said.

The five-member group had visited other Chinese cities including Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen and only Phan-Gillis was detained, it added.“Sandy is not a spy or a thief,” her husband Jeff

Gillis said on the website. Foreign ministry spokesman Hong Lei confirmed the investigation at a regular briefing yesterday.

“The person you mentioned... is suspected of carrying out activities endangering national security, and is currently being investigated by

relevant departments,” he said. “We hope that the outside world will respect China’s handling of this case according to law.”

It was not clear why the case had not been publicised until Monday, when the first announcements were posted to the site.

But the news came as Xi embarked on a visit to the United States beginning with a stop in Seattle before heading to Washington for talks with President Barack Obama.

No contact “Sandy has now been detained for over six months, and she has not been allowed to see or speak with friends, family, or even her lawyers in that time,” the website says.

She was formally arrested at the weekend, the website said, but added that no charges had been filed and earlier appeals for her release had received no response. “Chinese

authorities have conceded that they don’t have sufficient evidence to file formal charges against Sandy, yet they have not released her,” it added.

Phan-Gillis has family origins in southern China, but was born in Vietnam, the website says, leaving the country in the late 1970s as part of the exodus of “boat people” who fled Communist rule.

Phan-Gillis has been visited once a month by officials from the US Consulate in Guangzhou, the website said. Hong, the foreign ministry spokesman, said that US officials had met with her six times.

The website describes Phan-Gillis as in “very poor health” and suffering from ailments, including high blood pressure.

“She is currently well and healthy,” Hong said, also stressing that her “rights are being respected”.

The US embassy in Beijing referred inquiries to consular affairs officials in Washington.

China’s ministry of state security detained Sandy Phan-Gillis in March

Insider attack16 Wednesday, September 23, 2015

TALIBAN KILL 10 SOLDIERSMazar-i-Sharif

Taliban militants who gained access to an Afghan army post through a collaborator killed 10 soldiers yesterday, officials said, in the latest episode of an “insider attack” on government

forces. Lutfollah Azizi, governor of the northern province of Jawzjan where the incident took place at around 2:00am, said 14 soldiers were stationed at the checkpoint, including one infiltrator who allowed the attackers to enter. “After

killing four soldiers using a hand grenade, the Taliban detained the others by tying their hands behind their backs. They then executed six more, while three managed to escape,” Azizi said.

The attack was confirmed by provincial police chief Faqir Mohammad Jawzjani. Meanwhile,

six police officers including a district chief were killed the same day by a roadside bomb in the neighbouring province of Balkh.

Jawzjan province, which borders Turkmenistan, has largely been spared the worst of the violence from a bloody Taliban insurgency now in its 14th year.

But some of its district