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U.S. President Donald Trump has all but decided to withdraw

from the 2015 Iran nuclear accord by May 12, two White House officials and a source familiar with the administration’s internal debate said yesterday.

There is a chance Trump might choose to keep the United States in the international pact under which Iran agreed to curb its nuclear programme in return for sanctions relief, in part because of “alliance maintenance” with France and to save face for French President Emmanuel Macron, who met Trump last week and urged him to stay in, the source said.

A decision by Trump to end U.S. sanctions relief would all but sink the agreement and could trigger a backlash by Iran, which could resume its nuclear arms programme or “punish” U.S. allies

in Syria, Iraq, Yemen and Lebanon, diplomats said.

Technically, Trump must decide by May 12 whether to renew “waivers” suspending some of the U.S. sanctions on Iran.

A White House officials said it was possible Trump will end up with a decision that “is not a full pullout”

but was unable to describe what that might look like. A presentation by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday about what he said was documentary evidence of Tehran’s past nuclear arms programme could give Trump a fresh argument to withdraw.

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Goals of King Hamad Global Centre praisedDT News NetworkManama

Chairman of the Jaffari Endowments Council,

Shaikh Mohsen Al-Asfoor, received yesterday a delegation from the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Co-existence, led by Board of Trustees’ Deputy Chairperson, Betsy B Mathieson.

Deputy Chairman of the Jaffari Endowments Council, Dr Abdul Hussain Al-Dairi,

and Acting Director of the Jaffari Endowments, Ali Mirza Khamis, were also present.

Shaikh Al-Asfoor welcomed the delegation and lauded the lofty goals of the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Co-existence. He affirmed that the Jaffari Endowments Directorate supports the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Co-existence, and shares with its officials the goals of disseminating

peace and moderation and reflecting the image of peaceful co-existence and tolerance which Bahrain has been known for throughout ages as a land of love and peace that embraces all its components.

The goals were stressed in the “Kingdom of Bahrain Declaration” which embodies the philosophy and visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, who represents a role model to be emulated in

this regard, he said.The centre’s Board of

Trustees Deputy Chairperson, Betsy B Mathieson, expressed Shaikh Mohsen Al-Asfoor’s initiatives in support of the activities and events of the King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Co-existence, noting that Al-Asfoor was the first religious figure the centre’s delegation has met.

She added that Shaikh Al-Asfoor has played a key role in consolidating the kingdom’s image as a land of co-existence and peace, noting that the Jaffari Endowments participated actively in the events organised by “This Is Bahrain” in various capitals.

Mathison said that Bahrain sends messages of peace to the world, based on what all those who have set foot in the soil for centuries know, adding that the Kingdom’s components constitute a beautiful mosaic reflecting its image.

DT News NetworkManama

The Ministry of Health, in cooperation with the

Supreme Council of Health, has distributed 4,000 health cards to individuals enrolled in the ‘Select Your Family Physician’ scheme within the A’Ali Health Center catchment area.

The scheme is a significant milestone in the implementation of the National Health Plan (2016 – 2025), which aims to further enhance the quality of health services in the Kingdom.

Assistant Undersecretary of Primary Healthcare, Dr. Manal Al Alawi, commended the efforts of all those working towards the implementation of the National Health Plan.

Al Alawi highlighted that the scheme, which covers chronic and acute diseases, emergency room visits and preventive care, allows doctors to regularly monitor patients and their families to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

He added that, while patients are free to select their preferred medical practitioner, with the option of switching on an annual basis, the initiative will equally distribute patients across all available doctors, allowing for more effective, targeted care.

The programme, currently in its pilot stage, will be implemented across all health centres operating under the Ministry of Health upon its completion.


His Highness Brigadier Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad

Al Khalifa, Commander of the Royal Guard, Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee of the Bahrain International Defence Exhibition and Conference (BIDEC), received the award of the best exhibition in the Middle East won by BIDEC 2017.

This came during HH Shaikh Nasser’s meeting with Thomas Gaunt, Director of Events at the Bahrain International Defense Exhibition and Conference.

The 2018 Middle East Awards jury included a group

of judges from outside the Middle East.

The Middle East Special Events event was organised by The Special Events magazine, the world’s largest professional magazine.

BIDEC reported a great success, with 9,120 visitors from 49 countries. The 180 exhibitors participated in the exhibition held on October 16-18 2017 at the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre.

The second edition of BIDEC will be organised by Clarion Events, the world’s largest organiser of defence and security events, on October 28-30, 2019.

Ministry distributes4000 health cards

Bahrain wins ME best exhibition award

Trump to dump Iran N-dealFrom Page 1

Iran has denied ever seeking nuclear weapons and accuses

its arch-foe Israel of stirring up world suspicions against it.

The pact between Iran and six major powers - Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia and the United States - was among former U.S. President Barack Obama’s signature foreign policies but has been described by Trump as “one of the worst deals I have ever witnessed.”

The White House official said Trump was “most of the way there toward pulling out of the deal but he hasn’t made the decision” and that he “seems poised to do it but until a decision is made by this president it is not final.”

Top aides are not seeking aggressively to talk Trump out of withdrawal because he seems intent on it, a second White House official said.

EU losing hopeTrump gave Britain, France and Germany a May 12 deadline to fix what he views as the deal’s flaws - its failure to address Iran’s ballistic missile program, the terms by which inspectors visit suspect Iranian sites, and “sunset” clauses under which some of its terms expire - or he will reimpose U.S. sanctions.

While European officials continue to work toward such a “fix,” they believe the odds are against reaching one.

One of the main sticking points has to do with the “sunsets,” where the United States in effect wishes to find a way to extend some of the limits on Iran’s nuclear program beyond their expiration dates under the agreement.

The source familiar with the debate said U.S. negotiators are hamstrung by the fact that they do not really know where Trump’s “red line” is and so

they cannot tell the Europeans what would secure Trump’s blessing. Trump could refuse to renew the waivers but give new U.S. Secretary of State

Mike Pompeo time to negotiate more with the Europeans, exploiting the deal’s dispute resolution mechanism.

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Iran’s foreign minister said yesterday U.S. demands

to change its 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers were unacceptable as a deadline set by President Donald Trump for Europeans to “fix” the deal loomed.

Trump has warned that unless European allies rectify the “terrible flaws”

in the international accord by May 12, he will refuse to extend U.S. sanctions relief for the oil-producing Islamic Republic

“Iran will not renegotiate what was agreed years ago and has been implemented,” Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said in a video message posted on YouTube. - Reuters

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No end in sight to woes of Bahraini ship crew

Mohammed Zafran/[email protected]

The plight of the crew of the Bahraini ship stranded

in Omani waters is continuing with no end in sight to their woes as the shipping company is involved in a financial dispute.

The three members of the crew are staying in the ship at an anchorage without fuel and electricity after being abandoned by their employers. DT News reported on April 22 the plight of the abandoned crew of the Bahraini cargo company who are living at the mercy of Omani authorities.

Bahrain International Seafarers Society Chairman Ali Al Ghawas said that despite the society’s best efforts, no progress has been made because the company does not have the financial resources to settle the dispute.

“The company appears to have no money to pay them or their agent who also have a dispute with them. Apart from the financial crisis, the ship does not have sufficient crew

to set sail and the company is not able to get replacements,” he said.

“Bahraini authorities have limitations in what they can do because this is a financial dispute the company is involved in. I spoke to the captain and the chief engineer and I have told them this case is going to take longer to settle because of the nature of the case,” he said.

“I am surprised that they do not have fuel and electricity in their ship. I thought the Omani authorities would provide it. They should be provided with fuel and electricity as it is done in such cases in Bahrain. We should ensure that they have electricity until they leave,” he said.

The seafarers, originally a group of 18, were employed by a Bahraini shipping company for the past 18 months for shipping cargo in the Middle East region.

15 of the crew returned home after receiving part of their salary while 3 remained at the ship insisting on full payment of salaries. The crew

who remain in the ship include a Jordanian, Syrian and a Myanmar national.

Thu Ya Aung, a crew member from Myanmar who works as the second engineer in the ship said that the situation has not improved. “The situation remains the same, it’s difficult. Without fuel or electricity, it is not even possible to cook. We are in the ship at the anchorage 24/7 for the past many months, never able to go on land,” he said. Mohammed Arrachedi, who is the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF)’s Arab World Network Coordinator said that he is hopeful of a deal to get fuel to the ship. “There are some talks going on to deliver fuel, we are waiting to see the outcome,” he said.

“The crew have been without light since 6 weeks now. How do they go to the market while they are at the anchorage? This is indefensible, the company should be made to pay and send these men home,” he said.

When contacted by DT News previously, the owner of the company denied all allegations.

The crew is living without fuel and electricity Thu Ya Aung with Chief Officer Ahmed Hesham Ahmed, the crew o fthe ship

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Crew abandoned by Bahraini shipping company

Crew living without electricity for the past 6 weeks

Food supplies are reportedly minimal, mainly donations from Omani authorities


Manama

An initiative aimed at preserving deep-

rooted gains and authentic heritage of the Southern Governorate was inaugurated yesterday.

HH Shaikha Mariam bint Salman Al Khalifa patronised the inauguration of the initiative titled “The Southern Governorate: Glory and History”.

Southern Governor, HH

Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Ministers, senior guests and scores of the Southern Governorate’s dignitaries were present at the ceremony held at the Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Al

Khalifa’s Hall at the University of Bahrain.

The governor said the Governorate draws inspiration from the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to contact citizens to

meet their needs. HH Shaikh Khalifa also

announced celebrating May 3 as “Southern Governorate’s Heritage Day” every year.

A movie showcasing landmarks, monuments and

values of the Governorate was screened during the event.

The governor presented HH Shaikha Mariam with a memento in appreciation of her patronage of the ceremony.

Protecting heritage Her Highness Shaikha Mariam bint Salman Al Khalifa patronises “The Southern Governorate: Glory and History” initiative

A ceremony to honour Bahraini students who graduated from French universities in various disciplines were hosted by the Bahraini embassy in Paris under the patronage of Ambassador and Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Dr. Mohammed Abdul Ghaffar Abdullah, in coor-dination with Cultural Advisor and Deputy Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Shaikha Wafa bint Abdullah Al Khalifa. The ambassador congratulated the graduates on their success, stressing that their success in French universities is an honour and a source of pride.

Manama

Dr. K Kamalakannan has joined Middle East Hospital doctor panel as the new General and

Laparoscopic Surgeon with more than 12 years experience in the field of general, Laparoscopic and surgical gastroenterology.

He has attained his fellowship in minimal access surgery from Association of Minimal Access Surgeon of India, GEM Hospital, India.

Dr K Kamalakannan is specialised in haemorrhoids, fissures, anal fistula, hydrocele, breast diseases, and soft tissue swelling and abdominal surgeries.

He also has a wide range of experience in diabetic foot diseases, Minimal Access surgery and various types of Laparoscopic surgeries like appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia surgery, lymph node biopsy and diagnostics.

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The initiative aims preserving gains and heritage of the Southern Governorate

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Abdulhakeem Yaqoub AlkhayyatManaging Director and Chief Executive Officer

Hamad Abdulmohsen AlMarzouqChairman of the Board of Directors

Attributable to shareholders of the Parent

Fair value Foreign through Property currency Non- Total Share Share Treasury Statutory General equity fair value translation Retained Proposed controlling owners’ capital premium shares reserve reserve reserve reserve reserve earnings dividend Total stakeholders equity BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 BD 000 Balance at 1 January 2018 132,519 - - 19,768 - - - - 3,321 18,095 173,703 7,804 181,507 Net income for the period - - - - - - - - 4,946 - 4,946 (12) 4,934 Other comprehensive income for the period - - - - - 291 - - - - 291 - 291Total comprehensive income for the period - - - - - 291 - - 4,946 - 5,237 (12) 5,225 Dividend payout - - - - - - - - - (18,095) (18,095) - (18,095)Net transfer from fair value through equity reserve - - - - - (265) - - 265 - - - - Net movement in share of non-controlling shareholders - - - - - - - - - - - (1) (1)Balance at 31 March 2018 132,519 - - 19,768 - 26 - - 8,532 - 160,845 7,791 168,636

Balance at 1 January 2017 177,140 71,403 (21,923) 17,757 28,237 (3,574) 30,923 (91) 60,403 - 360,275 8,316 368,591Net income for the period - - - - - - - - 2,882 - 2,882 (46) 2,836 Other comprehensive income for the period - - - - - 196 - 16 - - 212 - 212Total comprehensive income for the period - - - - - 196 - 16 2,882 - 3,094 (46) 3,048 Net movement in share of non-controlling shareholders - - - - - - - - - - - 274 274 Balance at 31 March 2017 177,140 71,403 (21,923) 17,757 28,237 (3,378) 30,923 (75) 63,285 - 363,369 8,544 371,913

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Interim ConsolidatedStatement of Income

Interim ConsolidatedStatement of Cash Flows

Interim Consolidated Statement of Changes in Owners’ Equity

Reviewed Audited 31 March 31 Dec 2018 2017 BD 000 BD 000

ASSETS

Cash and balances with banks and Central Bank of Bahrain 78,361 66,962

Due from banks 80,263 46,107

Financing contracts 780,139 737,552

Investments 6,502 7,747

Investment in sukuk 188,083 157,065

Investment in associates 12,921 12,599

Receivables and other assets 254,245 272,856

Premises and equipment 9,500 9,437

TOTAL ASSETS 1,410,014 1,310,325

LIABILITIES, EQUITY OF INVESTMENT ACCOUNT

HOLDERS AND OWNERS’ EQUITY

LIABILITIES

Customers’ current accounts 138,580 135,098

Due to banks 166,769 163,760

Due to non-banks 336,667 234,933

Other liabilities 21,882 23,101

Subordinated wakala payable 94,250 94,250

758,148 651,142

EQUITY OF INVESTMENT ACCOUNT HOLDERS 483,230 477,676

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Share capital 132,519 132,519

Statutory reserve 19,768 19,768

Fair value through equity reserve 26 -

Proposed dividend - 18,095

Retained earnings 8,532 3,321

160,845 173,703

Non-controlling shareholders 7,791 7,804

168,636 181,507

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ACCOUNT HOLDERS AND OWNERS’ EQUITY 1,410,014 1,310,325

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CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND COMMITMENTS 118,166 135,078

31 March 2017 (Reviewed)

Three months ended 31 March

2018 2017 BD 000 BD 000

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Income from investments 737 523

Income from sukuk 2,166 1,744

Share of income from associates 56 191

Net revenue from non-banking business entities 7 600

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Group’s share as mudarib (3,267) (2,561)

Group’s share as mudarib 1,981 1,392

Return on equity of investment account holders (1,286) (1,169)

Profit on due to banks, due to non-banks and

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Staff costs 3,640 3,510

Depreciation 283 252

Provision - net (493) 553

Other expenses 2,167 2,158

Operating expenses of non-banking business entities 127 412

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NET INCOME FOR THE PERIOD 4,934 2,836

Attributable to:

Shareholders of the Parent 4,946 2,882

Non-controlling shareholders (12) (46)

4,934 2,836

Three months ended 31 March

2018 2017 BD 000 BD 000

OPERATING ACTIVITIES

Net income for the period 4,934 2,836

Adjustments for:

Provisions - net (493) 553

Depreciation 284 257

Share of income from associates (56) (191)

Net gain on sale of investments (168) (39)

Foreign exchange gain (154) (160)

Net unrealised loss on investment in real estate - 326

Net unrealised loss (gain) on investments 1 (167)

Dividend income (16) (35)

Rental income - (18)

Operating income before changes in

operating assets and liabilities 4,332 3,362

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

Mandatory reserve with Central Bank of Bahrain (1,020) (240)

Due from banks 12,906 (394)

Financing contracts (40,974) (13,816)

Receivables and other assets 510 (2,503)

Customers’ current accounts 3,482 (1,697)

Due to banks 3,009 (1,458)

Due to non-banks 101,734 (2,602)

Other liabilities (1,780) 2,805

Net cash flows from (used in) operating activities 82,199 (16,543)

INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Disposal (purchase) of investments - net 1,272 (1,268)

Purchase of investment in sukuk - net (31,148) (14,143)

Purchase of investment in real estate - net - (55)

Distributions from investment in associates - 383

Dividend income 16 35

Rental income - 18

Purchase of premises and equipment - net (347) (170)

Net cash flows used in investing activities (30,207) (15,200)

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Net movement in equity of investment account holders 5,554 32,098

Net cash flows from financing activity 5,554 32,098

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CASH EQUIVALENTS 57,546 355

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Missing Pets

CHUMBY - Male Persian, 1.5 yrs, white/dark gray,not wearing collar/ID tag, under treatment for feverand wounds (just released from vet clinic), escapedopen window, Old Zinj (near Al Manar Bakery/Biladal Qadeem), 25/4/18. 35348575 or 34492322

ARIE - Female Siamese, 2 yrs, slipped out whendriver left the house, afraid of cars and loud noises,probably stolen, wearing black collar with crystals -no ID tag, Sanad, 1/5/18. 38420204

ZIGGY - Female, 2 yrs, white with tabby patches,green eyes, small scratch on back of neck, spayed,Saar (between Saar Ave and Saar Cinema), 25/4/18.32039988

LOCKY - Male Saluki, 1.5 yrs, wearing collar (unsureof colour)/no ID tag, escaped home - could bestolen, West Riffa (opposite BDF Hospital), BD400REWARD for safe return, 1/5/18. 39448383

SOOZE - Male, 7 yrs, white with ginger spots and patches, blue eyes, neutered, microchipped, not wearing collar or ID tag, workers left front door open, Saar (Lamees Garden), 10/4/18. 39533150

SADIE/PRINCESS - Female, 9 years, spayed, very shy and likely scared, not wearing collar or ID, may have been stolen, New Zinj (behind Ceram Dental - near Pizza Hut), 21/11/17, REWARD for safe return.39656793/39670024/33744734/39893752

Yemeni army claims 100 Iranian experts are in Saada to assist Houthis

Iranian experts back Houthis in Saada, says Yemeni ArmyYemeni army claims to have

spotted more than 100 Iranian experts in Saada, who are providing logistical and technical support to the Houthi militias.

The report by Al Arabia also claims that the army have found an arsenal of medium and heavy weapons, such as ballistic missiles deployed in the city of Saada and inside its caves in the past few days.

Citing military sources, the report says that the militias have recently begun sending

large numbers of experts to Saada, the birthplace of the leader of the coup d’état, Abdelmalek Houthi.

The city is also the main station for storing the weapons seized from the army depots during the coup in order to stop the advance of the national army towards the city, which is now surrounded from five main directions.

The information, according to the report, was gathered through intelligence operations and the statements made by more than 10 Houthi militia

leaders who were captured by the army. The information is significant and accurate about the presence of these experts in the city and the missions they carry out by laying mines, providing training in heavy equipment and firing missiles indiscriminately and intensively.

Asharq al-Awsat newspaper reported that Brigadier Abdo Majali said that 10 of the prominent field commanders of the militias fell into the hands of the army, dealing a severe blow to the Houthis,

in addition to those who were killed by the strikes of the coalition forces to support the legitimacy.

He added that the army monitored the presence of about 100 Iranian experts providing various forms of support for the Houthis in Saada, such as manufacturing and firing missiles.

He also said that the army is imposing a siege on the militias, which led hundreds of fighters to flee from their positions towards villages near Saada. (Agencies)

Army find arsenal of weapons

Captures 10 militia leaders

Imposed a siege on militias

Beijing ‘installs missiles’ on S. China Sea islandsBeijing

Beijing yesterday reasserted its right to build “defence”

facilities in the disputed South China Sea, but declined to confirm reports it had installed new missiles on artificial islands it has built in the region.

The Chinese army installed anti-ship and air-to-air defences on outposts also claimed by Vietnam and the Philippines over the last 30 days, US network CNBC reported Wednesday, citing sources close to US intelligence.

If the information is verified, it could provoke renewed tensions between countries bordering the strategically vital maritime region.

At a regular briefing on Thursday, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying neither confirmed nor denied the deployment.

“China’s peaceful construction in the Spratly archipelago, including the

deployment of necessary national defence facilities, is aimed at protecting China’s sovereignty and security,” she said.

“Those who don’t intend to violate (this sovereignty) have no reason to worry,” she said.

The South China Sea issue has been brewing for years, with China, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia and Vietnam making competing claims in waters with vital global shipping routes and what are believed to be significant oil and natural gas deposits.

In addition to land-reclamation efforts on reefs it controls and building civilian facilities there, China also has air bases, radar and communications systems, naval facilities and defensive weaponry in place including landing strips able to accommodate military planes.

The new Chinese missiles were reportedly deployed on

Fiery Cross Reef, Subi Reef and Mischief Reef, according to CNBC.

They are all in the Spratly archipelago located in waters south of mainland China between Vietnam and the Philippines.

Beijing’s territorial claims, based on its own historical records, have also pitted it against the United States.

While Washington takes no position on the sovereignty claims, it has raised concerns that Beijing is “militarising” the South China Sea.

But the US Navy itself frequently sends warships and aircraft carriers to patrol the area.

China’s defence ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment but has previously stressed that the islands were “part of Chinese territory” and that it was up to China alone to decide what it does there. (AFP)

Saudi Quality of life programme Saudi Arabia’s Council of

Economic and Development Affairs has launched the Quality of Life Programme 2020, with a total expenditure of $34.6 billion (130bn riyals).

The Quality of Life Programme is, one of the Vision Realization Programs 2030 which was approved by

the Council of Ministers.The Programme comes as a

continuance to the operational Programs that were launched to support the achievement of the Vision 2030, as well as to strengthen the cornerstones in the Kingdom.

The implementation plan of the Quality of Life Program

2020 reflects the vision of the government of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to prepare the required environment to improve individuals and families’ lifestyle. (Al Arabia)

China has reportedly installed missiles on Subi Reef and other outposts in the dis-puted Spratly Islands (AFP)


LuLu Financial sets foot in HKBranded as “LuLu Money, this is LuLu’s 10th country of operation

Hong Kong

LuLu Financial Group, a leading financial services and payments

solution brand, commenced its operations in Hong Kong with the inauguration of their head office at in Kowloon.

The branch was inaugurated by Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director, LuLu Financial Group in the presence of Surendran Ammitathody, VP-APAC, other senior officials and dignitaries.

The group acquired 100 per cent ownership of a local financial services company in Hong Kong, adding five more branches to its global network.

Branded as “LuLu Money” in Hong Kong, this is LuLu Financial

Group’s tenth country of operation and second in the APAC region, after Philippines.

Speaking on the occasion, Adeeb Ahamed said, “We are extremely delighted to start our operations in Hong Kong. The Asia Pacific region is home to some of the most dynamic economies and Hong Kong is one of the most strategic markets. We are excited to be part of the region’s growth story.”

“Further to offering our world class services, that has made us one of the most sought after financial services organisation in the world, we will be reaching out to a larger audience through our innovative digital platforms that have been

created in-house,” added Adeeb Ahamed.

“LuLu Money” retail outlets will offer money transfer, retail currency exchange and import & export of currencies. The company is also foraying into the digital space, with an aim to revolutionize the fintech environment in the region. The upcoming “LuLu Money” app will have various features including instant online transactions, payment tracking in real time and payment history, among others.

With plans to move nearly 30% of its transactions on to the digital platform by 2020, LuLu Financial Group is committed to remain on the digital fast track.

Manama

An upscale mobile pet grooming start-up, Pretty

Paws Pet Services, is taking the local industry to the next level with a unique ‘pet grooming at-your-doorstep’ concept.

Launched in December 2017, Pretty Paws has set out to fill a market niche, offering something highly in-demand and yet not widely available on the island.

The start-up delivers premium, comprehensive pet grooming services to their customers’ doorstep, in a cutting-edge grooming van, which can be parked at any location.

“We’re bringing this innovative mobile services trend to Bahrain, which is now emerging in the kingdom. We believe that it is the future of business offering, and people in Bahrain are always open to out-of-the-box ideas,” Pretty Paws Pet Services co-founder and MD Hussain Mohsin Ali said.

Co-founded by Ali, from Bahrain, and his wife Agnieszka Piechoska, the company joins the ranks of home-grown SMEs.

Ali and Ms Piechoska have meticulously crafted their new business from scratch, starting from the concept, in-depth market research, business

model, brand identity, to van retrofitting.

“Although it is our true brainchild, we wouldn’t be able to complete this project without the support we’ve received from the Government entities,” Piechoska said.

Pretty Paws will soon begin several collaborations with local animal welfare organisations, contributing to the cause by educating the local community and supporting charities across the country. “We are an enthusiastic team of animal lovers on a mission to help make Bahrain a pet-friendly place!” Ali said.

Branch inaugurated by Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director, LuLu Financial Group

The group acquired 100% ownership of a local financial services company

LuLu Financial Group is also foraying into digital space

Officials cutting a cake during the opening ceremony

Piechoska and Ali

Grooming services to customers’ doorstep in a cutting-edge grooming van RFFS team is comprised of 97 professionals

‘Pet grooming at-your-doorstep’Pretty Paws creates New Platform for Pet Industry

BAC recognises RFFS on Int’l Fire Fighters’ DayManama

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and

managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), recognised the hard work and dedications of Rescue and Firefighting Services (RFFS) team on the occasion of International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD), which takes place on May 4.

Airports around the world are categorised from 1 to 10, depending on the type and size of aircraft they handle. BIA is category 10 and caters for the largest aircraft, namely the Airbus 380, therefore it requires extensive rescue and firefighting cover as specified by the Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA).

BAC Chief Executive Officer,

Mohamed Yousif Al Binfalah, said: “The main objective of airport RFFS is to save lives in the event of an aircraft accident, but they also handle different types of emergencies within the airport boundary where lives or properties can be saved, including structural fires, Air traffic accidents medical emergencies, and hazmat incidents.

BAC’s RFFS team is comprised of 97 professionals who have undergone CAA-approved international training, both internally and externally. Besides responding to emergencies using a fleet of specially designed state-of-the-art vehicles, BAC RFFS also carry out frequent fire safety risk assessments throughout the airport’s premises.

BUSINESS8 Friday, May 4, 2018

Manama

Batelco, a regional t e l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s

group with operations across 14 countries, yesterday announced a promising start to the year with strong improvement in its overall performance compared to the first quarter of 2017.

Net Profit of the Group jumped 60 per cent to BD13.1 Million (US$34.7m) from BD8.2m (US$21.8m) in the first quarter of 2017.

Earnings per share or EPS was 7.9 fils for the quarter compared to 4.9 fils in the year ago quarter.

Batelco’s operating Profit for the quarter was BD20.3m, up by 43pc from BD14.2m recorded in Q1 2017

Gross revenues rose by 11pc from BD89.7m (US$237.9m) reported in Q1 2017 to BD99.5m (US$263.9m) supported by strong performance at Batelco Bahrain and Umniah Jordan.

In Bahrain, revenues were boosted by improvements in mobile and broadband services

and in Umniah revenues were up in all revenue streams with notable growth in adjacent

services and fixed broadband.Commenting on the

results, Batelco Chairman,

Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa said, “Across our group of operations, we are working diligently on our strategic plans to provide reliable and future proof networks that meet the needs of each location, with their specific requirements.”

EBITDA for the first quarter of 2018 stands at BD36.6m (US$97.1m) compared to BD32.3m (US$85.7m) in Q1 2017, representing an increase of 13pc and EBITDA margin of 37pc.

Subscriber base increased to 9.3 million, an increase from 9.2 million recorded in the year ago quarter.

“Notable increases include growing customer numbers for Broadband products in Bahrain with numbers up by 4pc over Q4, 2017 and 27pc year-on-year. Umniah and Dhiraagu have also posted improved broadband numbers with both companies showing

an increase of 13% over Q4, 2017 and year-on-year increases of 84pc and 65pc respectively,” Batelco Group CEO Ihab Hinnawi said.

For the period, 61pc of Revenues and 52pc of EBITDA was attributable to operations outside of Bahrain.

Batelco Bahrain CEO Mohamed Bubashait said that Batelco’s successful fibre delivery and comprehensive portfolio of digital products and services attributed to growing customer numbers in the Kingdom of Bahrain reflected by an increase of 7pc in fixed line customers and 27pc in Broadband numbers, year over year.

Looking ahead, Batelco Chairman Shaikh Mohamed said that the company is looking forward with enthusiasm towards the second qarter and “believe that our strategic plans for all operations will continue to deliver the desired results.”

Batelco Group Q1 profit Jumps 60pc to BD13.1m

Subscriber base rose to 9.3 million Revenues boosted by mobile, broadband services

“At home, we remain focussed on ensuring that Bahrain is among the best-connected countries in the region, in support of the Bahrain govern-ment’s initiatives for the com-munications sector.” -Shaikh Mohamed

bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Batelco Chairman

“Notable increases include growing customer numbers for Broadband products in Bahrain with numbers up by 4pc over Q4, 2017 and 27pc year-on-year.”

-Ihab Hinnawi, Batelco Group CEO

“Our teams throughout our organisation are committed to the implementation of our strategic plans which include continuing to invest in digital technology, improving the quality and speed of LTE net-works and continuing withtransformational exercises aimed at increasing profit-ability going forward,”

-Mohamed Bubashait, Batelco Bahrain CEO

UAE

Huawei, a leading global ICT solutions

provider, and the SAMENA Telecommunications Council hosted the fifth annual Telecom Leaders’ Summit in Dubai yesterday.

Held under the theme “Building the Digital Economy of the Middle East”, the event was a platform for leading telecommunications companies, regulators, government bodies, technology providers and consultants across the Middle East and Africa to discuss how to frame practicable ICT strategies that will enable governments and organizations to reap maximum socio-economic benefits from digital transformation.

In addition to being the strategic partner of the SAMENA Summit for five consecutive years, Huawei held three sub-forums that guided discussions on key industry trends like 5G and

All-Cloud Transformation and presented the Global Industry Vision 2025 and the Global Connectivity Index 2018. Huawei also showcased its latest 5G E2E solutions, launched the “Middle East first Multitenant IoT Hosting Center” and introduced its

5G Ecosystem Program in the Middle East.

“This year, Huawei’s new corporate vision is to bring digital to every person, home

and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world,” said Charles Yang, President of Huawei Middle East.

Huawei’s first sub-forum

was “5G is Now.” The forum focused on the imminent arrival of 5G and its support to national transformation plans across the region, in addition

to the key role 5G will play in the Middle East’s digital transformation journey

Huawei recommends Middle East operators and government agencies to support spectrum neutrality and uses test-driven development to construct Mobile Broadband networks in order to roll out 5G as fast as possible. The sub-forum was an opportunity for Huawei and other ICT leaders to discuss how to address remaining challenges and opportunities on the road to 5G.

At the summit, Huawei also announced the launch of the “Middle East first Multitenant IoT Hosting Center” in order to facilitate IoT local ecosystem incubation and accelerate IoT business development in the region. Based on this IoT Hosting Center and ecosystem enablement strategy, Huizhong and Hayat are the first partners to obtain “The Middle East IoT Hosting Center 1st NB-IoT enabled certificate”.

Huawei setting the scene at the SAMENA Summit5G, Cloud, and Digital Transformation top agenda Launches Middle East first Multitenant IoT Hosting Center

Charles Yang, President Huawei Middle East

SAMENA Huawei Press Conference

BUSINESS 9Friday, May 4, 2018

eGovernment payments rise

BPW to host business women forumManama

The Bahrain Business & Professional Women

International Federation (BPW Bahrain) has announced hosting The 2nd International Business & Professional Women Forum in Bahrain.

The opening ceremony will be held on Saturday evening at Bahrain Fort Museum Site, while the panel discussions will be held the next day at Bahrain National Museum. The discussions will highlight the

Kingdom’s position as a regional hub for FinTech, the Sustainability & Future of Start-ups and Women in Leadership.

The forum, which brings together regional and international figures, will discuss collaborations as well as investment opportunities the Kingdom offers. The event concludes on Tuesday.

The programme includes panel discussions and visits to economic landmarks and leading corporates and includes tours organised by

Bahrain Authority for Culture & Antiquities.

Commenting on the forum, Shaikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa, President of BPW Bahrain, said: “We are pleased to host the 2nd International Business & Professional Women Forum after the success we gained in 2015.”

“The forum celebrates the women who presided the International Federation since its inception 120 years ago. And here, I would like to refer with pride to Dr Amani

Asfoor from Egypt, who is the first Arab President of the International Federation. The current president Dr Amani will be honoured at the opening ceremony, in recognition of her outstanding role and the significant progress made by Arab women in the World Federation.”

Dr Shaikh Hessa Saad Abdulla Salem Al Subah, the Arab Region Ambassador of the International Federation and President of BPW Kuwait and presidents of the Arab Federations will attend the forum.

The offer is valid for customers who apply to get their prepaid card cur-rency of choice with any of the four available card currencies in Bahraini Dinar, US Dollar, EURO or British Pound.

Free Prepaid card with no card issuance fee available for a lim-ited period

Easily reloadable, enhances shopping experience Benefit of cashless transactions

Accepted at more than 35 million outlets

2 million ATMs across the globe

Free SMS alerts

Monthly electronic statements

Secured online shopping through “Verified by Visa”.

“The multiple currency prepaid cards are best suited for travellers and

shoppers to take advantage of zero FX mark up when using in the country

of the card’s currency, in addition it is more convenient way to spend and manage their cash in a secured

manner as it bring added safety and security features when making their

card transactions on Point of Sale machines (POS) locally or at travel, for online shopping, or when paying bills

online as well as to withdraw cash from ATMs.”

For more information on the new prepaid card or to apply online, visit Al Salam Bank-Bahrain website: www.alsalambahrain.com or contact our customer care center on 17005500.

-Anwar MuradFirst Deputy CEO of Al Salam

Bank-Bahrain

Manama

Bahrain recorded a 12 per cent growth in ePayment

value across various channels during the first quarter of 2018, according to a quarterly report.

Values of payments, according to the report monitoring the performance of the eGovernment channels, has reached more than BD23 Million from January to March 2018 with an increase of 10pc in the number of financial transactions.

The report attributes the growth to the continuous developments implemented by the General Directorate of eTransformation at the Information & eGovernment Authority along with the awareness campaigns conducted to encourage users to benefit from the online services.

The number of visits to the national portal (Bahrain.bh) has reached nearly 1.9 Million, which raised the number of accomplished transactions by 11pc.

Transactions include the ‘Execution Services’ - provided by the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Awqaf – which increased by 94% during the first quarter of this year in comparison to

the fourth quarter of last year. In addition to the ‘Passport Renewal’ eService - provided by the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs – which increased by 62pc during the same period.

Apps contribute 19pc The mobile apps, available on Bahrain.bh/apps, witnessed a growth by 19pc in utilization with an increase in the number of financial transactions by 5pc; while the value of accomplished transactions during the first quarter of 2018 witnessed a decrease by 25pc.

The top five utilized apps included the Student Exam Results, eTraffic Services, Electricity and Water Services, GovEmployee and Postal Services.

A number of services on the

apps saw a rise in the value of transactions during the first quarter – some of which comprise the ‘King Fahad Causeway Insurance’ eService available on the eTraffic app and increased in usage by 10 times. Moreover, the eService ‘Mailbox Renewal’ – accessible via the Postal Services app - has risen by nearly twice.

eKiosks generate 7pcThe eKiosks also witnessed an increase in usage by 7pc, the value of accomplished transactions increased by 33pc with an increase in a number of financial transactions of 20pc during the same period. The services ‘Payment of Criminal Orders’ and ‘Vehicle Registration Renewal’ were amongst the top used services.

Shaikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa

Representative picture

12% growth recorded in transaction value

1.9 Million visits to national portal Bahrain.bh

Transactions through mobile app grew 19%

Dealings through eKiosks increased 7%

BUSINESS Friday, May 4, 201810

COUNTRY/CURRENCIES 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

COUNTRY 1 US DLR 1 UK STG 1 SFR 100 YEN

BAHRAIN 0.3770 0.5738 0.3784 0.3439

KUWAIT 0.2855 31.2965 0.2866 0.2604

OMAN 0.3849 0.3834 0.3864 0.3511

QATAR 3.6420 3.6282 3.6559 3.3224

UAE 3.6730 3.6590 3.6870 3.3507

SAUDI 3.7500 3.7358 3.7643 3.4209

AUSTRALIA 0.2908 0.2884 BANGLADESH 0.00470 0.00452 CANADA 0.2998 0.2966 DENMARK 0.0638 EGYPT 0.0237 0.0219 EURO 0.4584 0.4559 HONGKONG 0.04967 0.04927 INDIA 0.00573 0.00571 INDONESIA 0.00002911 0.00002768 IRAN TUMAN 0.00010959 IRAQI DINAR 0.000317 JAPAN 0.00360 0.003530 JORDAN 0.5359 0.5351 KOREA 0.00040082 KUWAIT 1.263 1.264 MALAYSIA 0.0983 0.0982 NEW ZEALAND 0.2694 0.2694 NORWAY 0.0489 NEPAL 0.00387 0.00355 OMAN 0.98168 0.98301 PAKISTAN 0.00345 0.00327 PHILIPPINES 0.00744 0.00730 QATAR 0.10381 0.10404 SAUDI ARABIA 0.1006 0.10067 SINGAPORE 0.2877 0.2857 SOUTH AFRICA 0.03130 0.03120 SRI LANKA 0.00277 0.00240 SWEDISH 0.0457 SWITZERLAND 0.3854 0.3824 SYRIA 0.001740 0.0017 TAIWAN 0.013600 THAILAND 0.012130 0.012080 TURKEY 0.0959 UNITED KINGDOM 0.5201 0.5171 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 0.102850 0.102870 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 0.37790 0.37800 YUAN 0.056800 0.056800

Financial services infocus at CIBAFI meet

Manama/ Istanbul, Turkey

General Council of Islamic Banks and Financial

Institutions, the umbrella of Islamic financial institutions held the second and final day of its third Global Forum, with the theme of “The New Face of Financial Services: Disruptions, Opportunities and the New Normals”.

The Forum, organised in partnership with the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency of Turkey (BRSA) at Raffles Istanbul Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey, started with a special and exclusive CIBAFI Breakfast session on “Leadership and Strategy in the Era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution”.

The session is an interactive exchange that challenges conventional wisdom and

practice around personal and organisational leadership. It offers a very different perspective – one that is much more suited to today’s uber-connected and uber-populated age.

Special Session stage was taken this year by the Author of Too Many Bosses, Too Few Leaders (Simon & Schuster, 2011), Be the Change (McGraw-Hill, 2014), Open Source Leadership: Reinventing Management When There’s No More Business as Usual (McGraw-Hill, Oct 2017), and a regular writer for Forbes - Rajeev Peshawaria. The eminent author shared the stage in a conversation with a Veteran Regulator and Prominent Academic Prof. Ahmet Faruk Aysan, currently Dean, İstanbul Şehir University

The fourth session themed “Role and Power of Mobile in Expanding Financial Inclusion” was chaired by Mohamed Abbes, Public Policy Director, MENA, GSMA, Tunisia. The Session focused on the power of mobile banking, and the future of business in the shadow of Banks and Telecom. Session panellists have shared their experience and thoughts on whether the Mobile money and payments is an opportunity or threat for Islamic Financial Institutions.

The second day concluded with Session 5 themed “Leveraging the Industry Growth in the Era of Fourth Industrial Revolution”, which was chaired by Prof. Dr Lokman Gündüz, Director of Graduate School of Business, İstanbul Şehir University. The

session presented an overview of technologies underpinning the fourth industrial revolution and discussed the role of digital branches, robo-advisors in enhancing customers’ banking experience. It also focused on cybersecurity and discussed avenues to minimize the risks.

This Global Forum is organised as part of CIBAFI’s 3rd Strategic Objective of Awareness & Information Sharing, which aims to spread awareness and promote information sharing among its members and other stakeholders for the development of the Islamic finance industry. This annual industry leaders gathering of CIBAFI has marked its place as the industry debate and networking venue.

A participant during the forum

The Forum, organised in partnership with the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency of Turkey

Dubai

Middle East stock markets moved down in line

with global emerging markets and because of persisting geopolitical tensions, as the risk of the United States pulling out of the Iran nuclear deal looms.

The Saudi Arabian index was in negative territory most of the day but closed up 0.1 per cent as some selective buying for blue-chip stocks such as Al Rajhi Bank, up 0.8pc, and Saudi Arabia Mining Co (Ma’aden), up 2.4pc, offered support to an otherwise sluggish market.

Ma’aden shares soared almost 3pc in early trade after it said its first-quarter net profit had more than doubled on higher sales and increased average realised prices of

products. The company posted a net profit of 638 million riyals ($170.12 million)versus an average estimate of 372 million riyals, based on three analysts.

Real estate developer Dar Al Arkan was the most traded stock on Thursday, and fell 3pc. The worst performer was Company for Cooperative Insurance (Tawuniya) , which plunged 9.9pc after disappointing first quarter financial results. Its Q1 net profit fell to 21.5 million riyals from 36.1 million riyals one year earlier.

The Egyptian index closed 1.9pc down, with shares across various sectors posting losses of up to 5pc.

The Dubai index lost 1.8pc, dragged down by Emaar

Properties, which shed 3.7pc.The Qatar index dropped

1.7pc, weighed by blue chips.

Industries Qatar was down 0.6pc and Qatar National Bank dropped 1.9pc. (Reuters)

Blue-chips lift SaudiClosing BellSAUDI was up 0.1pc to 8,107 points

DUBAI dropped 1.8pc to 2,948 points

ABU DHABI was down 1.7pc to 4,557 points

QATAR fell 1.7pc to 8,806 points

KUWAIT climbed 0.3pc to 4,792 points

BAHRAIN edged up 0.2pc to 1,263 points

OMAN shed 0.1pc to 4,726 points

EGYPT dropped 1.9pc to 17,833 points


[email protected] is of no value

unless you put it into practice. .

-Anton Chekhov

New Millennium School- DPS, organised a

workshop, ‘Enriching Social Science’, on 28th April, as part of a series of workshops by the Bahrain Chapter of Council of CBSE affiliated Schools in the Gulf.

Teachers from all the CBSE affiliated schools in Bahrain attended the workshop. The resource person, Meenakshi Mathur, HOD Social Science, laid importance on developing analytical and conceptual skills of the learners to enable them to understand the environment with emphasis on the interrelationship between the natural and social environment.

The session highlighted the

challenges faced in terms of understanding the importance of Social Science, the importance of sensitizing children towards social issues, developing the skill of observation and different types of questions for assessing the learning.

The interactive session focused on the various strategies used for making teaching-learning of Social Science more interactive and interesting for learners where teachers shared their views and experiences on the same.

The workshop also focussed on the advantages of the interdisciplinary approach to making teaching-learning more interesting and productive.

NMS –DPS conducts social science workshop

To appreciate and thank the selfless service of all who work

with full dedication and ensure the hygiene and security of the school, the students of NMS-DPS Bahrain celebrated Labour Day last week.

A special assembly was conducted on this occasion highlighting the need, importance and significance of the role of workers in our life.

Principal Arun Kuumar Sharma addressed the students and emphasized the values of dignity of labour which helps a person to become more humane and responsible towards their fellow beings.

Chairman Dr Ravi Pillai and the Managing Director Geetha Pillai appreciated the efforts of the children.

NMS-DPS celebrates labour day

Quality Education School (QES) celebrated KG Special Day and

Graduation Day on Saturday, at Zamil Campus, Maqaba.

The event began with the recital of the Holy Quran and the Bahrain National Anthem, followed by an inspiring address by the Principal Dr. Ravi Warrier, who emphasized

on the importance of encouraging young minds to tap into their true potential.

The KG students quickly took over the stage and enthralled the audience with their unique dance moves on tracks ranging from Arabic to English and Hindi. They showcased the multitude of their talent with

an Arabic skit and a fashion show performance.

Chairman Baboo Kewalram presented the KG students with a certificate of graduation. This event aimed at encouraging positive behaviour among young students and building a strong sense of self-worth.

QES celebrates Graduation Day

Participants of the workshop pose for a group photo

The KG students of QES during the graduation ceremony

Students of NMS perform on stage during labour day celebration

Friday, May 4, 201812

Executive Director of INJAZ Bahrain HH Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khal-ifa and CEO of Hill+Knowlton Strate-gies (H+K) MENA & Turkey Bashar Al Kadhi signed a memorandum of un-derstanding (MoU) during the INJAZ Young Entrepreneurs Competition with Director of GPIC and Chairman of INJAZ Bahrain Dr. Abdulrahman Jawahery in attendance to continue a successful partnership for the fore-seeable future. The MoU confirms H+K’s commitment to supporting INJAZ Bahrain across all communica-tions activities as its official strategic communications partner in Bahrain.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received an invitation from the President of the Com-mission for Tourism and Na-tional Heritage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to attend the opening of the 12th edition of Okaz Market. This came as the minister received at his office at the Ministry’s Gener-al Court, Prince Sultan’s Personal and Media Adviser Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Sheikh who de-livered the invitation to him.

Interior Minister Lieutenant General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received the US Ambassador Justin Siberell and outgoing US Naval Forces Central Command and Fifth Fleet Commander Vice Adm. John C. Aquilino who introduced to him his successor Vice Adm. Scott A. Stearney. The Interior Minister thanked Vice Adm. John C. Aquilino for his efforts to boost bilateral relations and cooperation.

BDF Commander-in-chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received Vice President of Poli-cy, Planning, International Relations and Armament Control at the Italian Staff Maj-Gen Alberto Biavati and the accompanying delegation. The Commander-in-chief praised the Bahraini-Italian friendship relations and reviewed topics of joint interests.

Commander-in-Chief of BDF Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received outgoing Vice Admiral John Aquilino, Commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Com-mand, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, accompanied with newly appoint-ed Commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, Scott Stearnet.

Friday, May 4, 2018 13

Under the patronage of As-sistant Chief of Public Security for Operations and Training Affairs, Brigadier Shaikh Ha-mad bin Mohammed Al Khali-fa, the Training Directorate has held a course on forged docu-ments and behaviour analysis.Organised in cooperation with the Joint Counter-terrorism Centre and the US embassy, the course highlighted exam-ining passports and IDs meth-ods for potential fraud cases.

BDF Chief of Staff Lt-General Dhiyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi attended the conclusion of the joint exercise of BDF fighting group held in Al Nairiya, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The chief of staff was briefed on the training programme before following up the exercise activities. The units of the combat group showed a number of field applications for all defensive and offensive operations using live ammunition.

Electricity and Water Affairs Minister Dr. Abdulhussain Mirza participated in a dis-cussion along with other ministers, senior officials and decision makers in the water sector, during the Third Arab Water Conference in Kuwait. The Minister explained the need for inter-linkages be-tween sectors related to water resources and their uses to ensure the sustain-ability of the water sector in the service of development goals in the Arab countries.

Minister of For-eign Affairs Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa received media figure Mo-hammed Al Arab. The minister wel-comed Al Arab and praised his ef-forts and expert- coverage in which he highlights facts in a professional manner and raises audience’s aware-ness of the vari-ous Arab, regional and international causes.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, yesterday received in his office at the Ministry’s General Court, the Ambassador of the Republic of France to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Cecile Longe. The Minister welcomed the French diplomat and com-mended the constant progress of bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of France.

Interior Minister Lieutenant General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received newly-appointed Bahraini Ambassador to the UAE Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa. The minister and the ambassador reviewed security cooperation programmes within the framework of boosting bilateral coordination.

BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa paid an inspection visit to BDF weapons and units. The commander-in-chief was briefed on some of the development and modernisation plans and stages of implementation.

Friday, May 4, 201812

Executive Director of INJAZ Bahrain HH Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khal-ifa and CEO of Hill+Knowlton Strate-gies (H+K) MENA & Turkey Bashar Al Kadhi signed a memorandum of un-derstanding (MoU) during the INJAZ Young Entrepreneurs Competition with Director of GPIC and Chairman of INJAZ Bahrain Dr. Abdulrahman Jawahery in attendance to continue a successful partnership for the fore-seeable future. The MoU confirms H+K’s commitment to supporting INJAZ Bahrain across all communica-tions activities as its official strategic communications partner in Bahrain.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received an invitation from the President of the Com-mission for Tourism and Na-tional Heritage in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to attend the opening of the 12th edition of Okaz Market. This came as the minister received at his office at the Ministry’s Gener-al Court, Prince Sultan’s Personal and Media Adviser Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Sheikh who de-livered the invitation to him.

Interior Minister Lieutenant General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received the US Ambassador Justin Siberell and outgoing US Naval Forces Central Command and Fifth Fleet Commander Vice Adm. John C. Aquilino who introduced to him his successor Vice Adm. Scott A. Stearney. The Interior Minister thanked Vice Adm. John C. Aquilino for his efforts to boost bilateral relations and cooperation.

BDF Commander-in-chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received Vice President of Poli-cy, Planning, International Relations and Armament Control at the Italian Staff Maj-Gen Alberto Biavati and the accompanying delegation. The Commander-in-chief praised the Bahraini-Italian friendship relations and reviewed topics of joint interests.

Commander-in-Chief of BDF Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received outgoing Vice Admiral John Aquilino, Commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Com-mand, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, accompanied with newly appoint-ed Commander of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, Scott Stearnet.


Under the patronage of As-sistant Chief of Public Security for Operations and Training Affairs, Brigadier Shaikh Ha-mad bin Mohammed Al Khali-fa, the Training Directorate has held a course on forged docu-ments and behaviour analysis.Organised in cooperation with the Joint Counter-terrorism Centre and the US embassy, the course highlighted exam-ining passports and IDs meth-ods for potential fraud cases.

BDF Chief of Staff Lt-General Dhiyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi attended the conclusion of the joint exercise of BDF fighting group held in Al Nairiya, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The chief of staff was briefed on the training programme before following up the exercise activities. The units of the combat group showed a number of field applications for all defensive and offensive operations using live ammunition.

Electricity and Water Affairs Minister Dr. Abdulhussain Mirza participated in a dis-cussion along with other ministers, senior officials and decision makers in the water sector, during the Third Arab Water Conference in Kuwait. The Minister explained the need for inter-linkages be-tween sectors related to water resources and their uses to ensure the sustain-ability of the water sector in the service of development goals in the Arab countries.

Minister of For-eign Affairs Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa received media figure Mo-hammed Al Arab. The minister wel-comed Al Arab and praised his ef-forts and expert- coverage in which he highlights facts in a professional manner and raises audience’s aware-ness of the vari-ous Arab, regional and international causes.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, yesterday received in his office at the Ministry’s General Court, the Ambassador of the Republic of France to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Cecile Longe. The Minister welcomed the French diplomat and com-mended the constant progress of bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of France.

Interior Minister Lieutenant General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received newly-appointed Bahraini Ambassador to the UAE Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah bin Ali Al Khalifa. The minister and the ambassador reviewed security cooperation programmes within the framework of boosting bilateral coordination.

BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa paid an inspection visit to BDF weapons and units. The commander-in-chief was briefed on some of the development and modernisation plans and stages of implementation.

Las Vegas

Singer Ariana Grande will open the 2018 Billboard Music

Awards.Grande shared the news during

her gig on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” reports billboard.com.

She joins the star-studded schedule with previously announced performances from

Camila Cabello, Dua Lipa and Shawn Mendes.

The award ceremony, hosted by Kelly Clarkson, will be held here on May 20.

Kendrick Lamar and Ed Sheeran lead the pack with nominations in multiple categories including top male artist.

Lamar and Sheeran have 15 nominations, each. (IANS)

Los Angeles

Actor Channing Tatum and his former wife Jenna Dewan are still together

as a family for their daughter.The former couple has remained amicable since

announcing their split and have continued spending time with their four-year-old daughter Everly, reports people.com.

“Jenna is still on good terms with Channing,” said a source.

“They get along. They spend some time together as a family, but mostly separately with Everly,” the source added. (IANS)


Demi Lovato @ddlovatoDo me a favor, stop existing in my life and then

stop trying to get attention by publicly shading me knowing the reaction you’ll get from my fans

May 4, 1979

Lance Bass

Member of the multi-platinum-certified pop boy band NSYNC who founded the music management group Free Lance Entertainment and has participated in other media-related work.

London

A man convicted of stalking actress Sandra

Bullock has killed himself after a police stand-off. While the Los Angeles Police Department has not released the man’s name, that officers arrived at an address matching that of Joshua James Corbett on Wednesday morning.

The suspect then

barricaded himself inside the home, a spokesperson said, adding that “SWAT was on scene due to suspect’s threat of violence towards police.”

Following a stand-off, he died of a self-inflicted injury.

Police would not confirm the nature of the injury but noted it was not a gunshot wound. (IANS)

Las Vegas

Singer Ariana Grande will open the 2018 Billboard Music

Awards.Grande shared the news during

her gig on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” reports billboard.com.

She joins the star-studded schedule with previously announced performances from

Camila Cabello, Dua Lipa and Shawn Mendes.

The award ceremony, hosted by Kelly Clarkson, will be held here on May 20.

Kendrick Lamar and Ed Sheeran lead the pack with nominations in multiple categories including top male artist.

Lamar and Sheeran have 15 nominations, each. (IANS)

Los Angeles

Actor Channing Tatum and his former wife Jenna Dewan are still together

as a family for their daughter.The former couple has remained amicable since

announcing their split and have continued spending time with their four-year-old daughter Everly, reports people.com.

“Jenna is still on good terms with Channing,” said a source.

“They get along. They spend some time together as a family, but mostly separately with Everly,” the source added. (IANS)


Demi Lovato @ddlovatoDo me a favor, stop existing in my life and then

stop trying to get attention by publicly shading me knowing the reaction you’ll get from my fans

May 4, 1979

Lance Bass

Member of the multi-platinum-certified pop boy band NSYNC who founded the music management group Free Lance Entertainment and has participated in other media-related work.

London

A man convicted of stalking actress Sandra

Bullock has killed himself after a police stand-off. While the Los Angeles Police Department has not released the man’s name, that officers arrived at an address matching that of Joshua James Corbett on Wednesday morning.

The suspect then

barricaded himself inside the home, a spokesperson said, adding that “SWAT was on scene due to suspect’s threat of violence towards police.”

Following a stand-off, he died of a self-inflicted injury.

Police would not confirm the nature of the injury but noted it was not a gunshot wound. (IANS)

Los Angeles

Actress Emilia Clarke says it is exciting

to play a strong female character in “Solo: A Star

Wars Story”.The actress, famous

for essaying Daenerys Targaryen in “Game of Thrones”, will be seen as Qi’ra in the film.

“It is really exciting. As someone who has taken on characters that already exist, which can be really daunting and scary, it’s been really fun to slip a new character in here that is

integral to a character that we all know so well,” Clarke said in a statement.

“I did a lot of research and I kind of geeked up on a lot of stuff because I wanted to get it right.” (IANS)


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1. Nice For WhatDrake

6. ATMJ. Cole

7. The MiddleZedd, Maren Morris & Grey

3. No Tears Left To CryAriana Grande

5. PsychoPost Malone Featuring Ty Dolla $ign

8. Kevin’s HeartJ. Cole 10. KOD

J. Cole

4. Meant To BeBebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line

9. Look AliveBlocBoy JB Featuring Drake

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American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift started using Myspace to develop her fan-base, which, at the time was a rather unique in country music. (thefactsite)

Los Angeles

Dame Helen Mirren and actor Danny DeVito have joined the cast of actress

Angelina Jolie’s upcoming production venture ‘The One and Only Ivan’.

According to reports, directed by Thea Sharrock, the film is an adaptation of the Newbery Medal-winning book of the same name by Katherine Applegate.

Besides producing, Jolie will also be voicing one of the characters in the movie, which went on floors earlier this week.

The story of the book follows a silverback gorilla named Ivan, who lives in a cage in a shopping mall along with an elephant named Stella and a stray dog called Bob. (ANI)

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Under the Patronage of his Majesty King Hamad Bin Isa AlKhalifa, the 26th Annual Bahrain Heritage Festival brings the island’s unique culture to the forefront and showcases the variety and diversity of local heritage. The festival portrays the theme of “Memory of Muharraq” which features exhibition spaces, craftsmen, workshops, food ven-dors, and live traditional music. It also offers a chance to see some of Bahrain’s finest craftsmen at work. A balanced mixture of contemporary and traditional products at the souq which is sur-rounded by Bahraini cafes and offers the visitor to experience flavours of the Kingdom.

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Indulge in a sumptuous Bahraini-inspired com-bination of prime steak and seafood served with freshly made side dish. Price: a la carte. Timings: April 17 to May 16, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

FRIDAY - GULF GRAND BRUNCHDate: FridayVenue: Al Waha Gulf Hotel

Friday - Gulf Grand Brunch from 12.30 pm to 4 pm with a live band, a dedicated kids play area, swimming pool access, after party at Typhoon lounge and lots more fun for the entire family.

CHINA GARDEN, CHINESE RESTAURANTDate: Open from Monday to Saturday.Venue: Gulf Hotel

Mainland China brought to your plate. The res-taurant, which is designed in a modern oriental style, offers a varied selection of food influenced by distinct Chinese regions creating Cantonese, Szechuan and Peking specialties. Signature dishes, including Chinese dim sum and Peking duck, are traditionally prepared by a team of renowned Chinese Chefs under leadership of Chef Ding to bring the tastes of mainland China to the Gulf hotel. China Garden is rumored to have been one of Michael Jackson’s favourite restaurants when he lived in Bahrain. Voted as Best Chinese restaurant by FACT Awards and Time Out. China Garden caters for 105 covers for lunch and dinner. Two private dining rooms are also available.

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RASOI BY VINEETDate: Open daily Sun to Thur’s 12 noon to 3pmVenue: Gulf HotelRasoi by Vineet is the first fine-dining restaurant in Bahrain operated by a Michelin starred chef. Renowned chef-restaurateur Vineet Bhatia, three times awarded a Michelin star, takes you on a delectable Michelin-style journey into the world of contemporary Indian cuisine.To complement the innovative cuisine, enjoy our equally imaginative decor.Offering a modern interpretation of tradi-tional Indian style, the décor uses vibrant colours, imaginative artworks and sparkling crystals to cre-ate a dramatic interior overlooked by a team of Indian chef’s creating the finest Indian food from the show-kitchen.Rasoi By Vineet caters for 130 covers for lunch and dinner and features a private Chef’s Table dining room.

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It’s possible you could meet someone today who will act as a kind of Pygmalion for you. You need to be surrounded and encouraged by people who believe in you, and it’s good for you have people around to support you. If you do meet this kind of person, don’t be a showoff. Listen to what he or she has to say to you. It’s for your own good.

You are particularly inspired by and sensitive to crisis situations. What that means is that you can’t stand to see other people suffer. Sometimes even you suffer because you don’t allow yourself to do the things you like best and the things that help you feel fulfilled as a person. Why don’t you think about going easier on yourself, just for today? Try it.

Days like today push you to act in the areas of your life where you may have hesitated before. Does your love life need a breath of fresh air? Have you been dreaming of a nice candlelit dinner with your partner? A weekend in the country? A new home? It’s time to stop dreaming of happiness and do what you need to do to get it.

You might have questions about the satisfaction you feel about your personal life. It’s possible you have more demands than ever. Things seem so urgent to you now. Why not take advantage of this attitude to talk about your deepest desires with your partner? Things will be much clearer. You may just need to express some of your negative emotions.

Today is excellent for just letting your intuition guide you. If you have time, you might want to let your mind go and follow the train of thought wherever it takes you. You could find something out about yourself of which you unaware, something just waiting to be noticed. Remember, your desires are fantasies before they become realties, so dream a little.

Today is the kind of day when all you want to do is think about a vacation. You’re usually such a responsible, conscientious worker that you can afford to escape for just a few minutes. You could visit the world inside of you. You may even find something that’s been on your mind for quite some time that requires some action by you now.

You are an excellent friend, and you take pride in helping the people around you. Have you ever thought about getting involved in a humanitarian cause or giving a few hours of your time every week to your local community? Today, these kinds of ideas could become a real part of your life. It’s time to use all of your great ideas to help others.

Your natural compassion may have led you to choose a profession in which healing or helping other people is your primary duty. Even if this isn’t the case, the people around you may seem particularly demanding today. But be careful not to go beyond your personal limits or else you could be the one who needs other people’s help!

The planets want to make a deal with you today. Either you stay in bed fantasizing about life as a CEO or rock star or you get up, get dressed, and do what you have to do to make your dreams come true. Try and convince yourself once and for all that you don’t have to lose your childlike wonder when you enter the real world. That never goes away, no matter how old you get!

You have a rather strange day in front of you. The celestial atmosphere could be playing tricks on you. You might get aggravated for no reason at all, that is, unless it’s because you’ve been meeting too many people who don’t appreciate the original way you go about doing things. You may feel as if you live in a world full of dinosaurs. Don’t give up yet!

You might be upset by certain financial matters today. Either you realize just how much you’ve been spending lately or you see that things will be tight in the months ahead. It’s possible you invested a good deal of money in something that could have waited, and now you can’t invest in something much more important. These are hard lessons to learn, but everyone learns them some time.Just for today, ignore your habit of always trying to find an explanation for everything. Something is changing inside you and in the way you react to situations. The desire to incorporate life’s more unpredictable aspects into your personality is the basis for these changes. A lot of your theories are only there to reassure you, but you probably know that.

1- Flavor; 6- Ed and Mel of baseball; 10- Czech, e.g.; 14- Device with 88 keys; 15- Lash; 16- Yarn; 17- French farewell; 18- I could ___ horse!; 19- Architectural pier; 20- Enthusiastic; 22- Pertaining to tactics; 24- Actress Ruby; 26- Closer; 27- Explorer; 31- AWOL chasers; 32- Christopher of “Back to the Future”; 33- Pond scum; 36- Modern-day evidence; 39- Hokkaido native; 40- Dined at home; 41- Bump into; 42- PBS supporter; 43- Monetary unit of Poland; 44- Alabama city; 45- Neither partner; 46- 1000 times 1000; 48- Equilibria; 51- We’re number ___!; 52- Predict; 54- Kathmandu native; 59- Prefix for small; 60- Horse’s gait; 62- Pertaining to the palm of the hand; 63- Mtn. stat; 64- Breakfast brand; 65- Actress Verdugo; 66- “___ quam videri” (North Carolina’s motto); 67- Costly; 68- Looks for;

1- Box; 2- Verdi heroine; 3- Duo; 4- Dedicated to the ___ Love; 5- Like some corners; 6- Be in the red; 7- Yonder thing; 8- Saturn’s largest moon; 9- Astronaut; 10- Flight of steps; 11- Knight’s weapon; 12- Communion table; 13- Osso buco meat; 21- Golly!; 23- Record with a VCR; 25- Muse of love poetry; 27- Scheme; 28- Would ___ to you?; 29- A Chaplin; 30- Big Apple sch.; 34- ___ Misérables; 35- Gadget; 36- Sub station?; 37- Verne captain; 38- ___ all-time high; 40- Apprehended; 41- ___ Brooks, filmaker responsible for “Blazing Saddles”; 43- Gee whiz!; 44- Arm coverings; 45- Aboriginal; 47- Traveler’s stop; 48- Dirties; 49- Musical sounds; 50- Beetle Bailey’s boss; 52- Hook’s helper; 53- Hindu discipline; 55- Tent stick; 56- On the sheltered side; 57- Slender; 58- Some nest eggs; 61- Craggy hill;

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A Russian fighter jet crashed yesterday off the coast

of Syria, killing both pilots, according to Russia’s Defence Ministry, which said the plane did not come under fire and that the crash may have been caused by a bird getting sucked into one of the engines.

State news agency Tass cited the ministry as saying the Su-30 crashed shortly after takeoff from the Russian air base at Hemeimeem in Syria. Russia has been waging an air campaign in support of President Bashar Assad’s forces since 2015.

In March, a Russian military cargo plane crashed as it was descending to land at Hemeimeem, killing all 39 people onboard. The military

blamed the crash on a technical error and insisted the plane was not shot down.

Russia leases the Hemeimeem military base in Syria, near the Mediterranean coast.

Elsewhere in Syria, a worker with the International Rescue

Committee and another individual were killed in a car bomb attack outside an IRC centre used to help displaced Syrians in the northwestern town of Dana, in rebel-held Idlib, the international organization said. (AP)

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Los Angeles

A naked statue of Donald Trump, complete with

a distended belly and jowly sneer, is to go on display at a Haunted Museum after a paranormal investigator bought it at auction.

Julien’s Auctions announced Wednesday it sold the artwork -- believed to be the last of the controversial statues not vandalized or destroyed -- for $28,000 (23,000 euros) at its biannual auction in Los Angeles.

The infamous statue by a West Coast anarchist collective is one of a series depicting the 45th president

in the nude, but without testicles.

In August 2016 -- during Trump’s then improbable bid for the White House -- the statues appeared in public spaces in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Seattle and Cleveland, garnering international attention.

The four other naked Trumps -- titled “The Emperor Has No Balls” were confiscated or destroyed. In one cheeky response, New York officials pointed to regulations banning “any unpermitted erection in city parks, no matter how small.” (AFP)

Melbourne

Kangaroos are one of Australia’s biggest

tourist draws, but visitors to one park are getting more than they bargained for.

Tourists in Lake Macquarie, a two-hour train ride from Sydney, are ignoring warnings and feeding carrots to kangaroos who become aggressive at the sight of their favourite sugary snack, a tour operator said.

Each week thousands of people flock to see the kangaroos on grassy slopes, enticed by travel blogs promising “adorable wild kangaroos” that are “tame enough to get close to and take photos with”.

Carrots in hand, the tourists approach the kangaroos, seeking a selfie with an Australian symbol that graces the country’s coat of arms. (Reuters)

New Delhi

Twenty-seven people died and four injured when

the bus they were travelling in turned turtle and caught fire in India’s eastern state of Bihar yesterday, reported leading English daily The Times of India.

According to the online edition of “The Times of India”, the bus was on its route from Muzaffarpur to New Delhi. It turned turtle and caught fire on National High No. 28 near Belwa village under Kotwa police

station area of Motihari district of Bihar.

The report quoted state’s Disaster Management Minister Dinesh Chandra Yadav as confirming 27 deaths in the bus mishap.

Xinhua tried in vain to contact the concerned senior district officials as they were said to be on the spot overseeing the relief and rescue work. Though one of the officials, on the condition of anonymity, said that those dead were charred beyond recognition. (Xinhua)

Naked Trump statue goes for $28,000 at auction

Poachers kill 3rhinos in Kenya

Three rhinos were found dead with their horns missing in Kenya’s Rhino Sanctuary in Meru National Park in what the country’s Ministry of Tourism is calling an act of poaching

NASA is poised to launch its first lander to Mars since 2012, an unmanned space-craft called InSight that aims to listen for quakes and unravel the mystery of how rocky planets like Earth form.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Pyongyang and congratulat-ed him for the thaw in rela-tions with South Korea

At least 45 schoolgirls were poisoned following a suspect-ed gas attack in Afghanistan’s Takhar province.

New Mars lander to study quakes

Chinese Minister meets Kim in N. Korea

Afghan schoolgirls hospitalized in ‘gas attack’

“We are committed to the permanent, verifiable, irreversible dismantling of North Korea’s weapons of mass destruction programme, and to do so without delay”

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Carrot-addicted kangaroos hopping mad at tourists

27 die as bus catches fire after turning turtle in India

A passerby next to a statue depicting Donald Trump in the nude in San Francisco in August 2016

A Russian Sukhoi Su-30 SM jet

2 dead after Russian fighter jet crash off Syrian coast

Beirut

Syrian rebels began pulling out of an enclave they have

surrendered in south Damascus yesterday, but a few fighters in another besieged area near Homs shelled government areas after their groups agreed to quit.

The enclaves in south Damascus and near Homs are the only two besieged areas still held by rebels, though they still control large tracts of northwest and southwest Syria, lying along its international borders, which are not surrounded by the army.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has focused on dislodging rebels from their remaining besieged pockets since driving them from eastern Ghouta last month after a fierce offensive.

Syrian state television showed footage of buses arriving at Beit Sahm, driving through narrow streets surrounded by soldiers and with concrete buildings above showing scars of war.

It later reported that the first batch of buses had departed, carrying fighters and their families from the area.

Some 5,000 fighters and their family members are expected to leave Beit Sahm, Babila and Yalda neighbourhoods for the opposition areas in northern Syria, it reported, following an earlier group which left the enclave on Monday.

Islamic State fighters holding another part of the same enclave are still fighting after weeks of intense bombardment in the area of al-Hajar al-Aswad and Yarmouk Palestinian refugee camp.

On Wednesday, insurgents in the biggest of the remaining besieged areas, located between the cities of Hama and Homs around the towns of Rastan, Talbiseh and Houla, also agreed to surrender.

However, a small number of them rejected the deal and shelled government areas late on Wednesday and early yesterday, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights war monitor and two local sources said. (Reuters)

Syrian rebels pull-out from S. Damascus

A boy walks along a damaged street at the city of Douma in Damascus, Syria


Cyber Security Conference

At least 125 killed as storms batter India

New Delhi

Lightning strikes and powerful dust storms across

India have killed at least 125 people and injured more than 250 as meteorologists warned yesterday of more wild weather on the horizon.

Dust clouds plunged swathes of north India into darkness as winds of more than 130 kilometres per hour (80 miles per hour) brought down feeble mud houses and killed people where they slept.

Walls, trees and electricity pylons were torn down in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Punjab states where officials said the death toll was expected to rise.

The destructive winds were followed by fierce lightning storms and rains.

Similar storms kill hundreds of people each year in India but these were some of the most severe in recent decades.

Shivam Lohia, who owns a resort hotel in Alwar district of Rajasthan, said he abandoned his car on the road and ran for his life after it was almost blown away.

“I haven’t seen such a devastating storm in at least

25 years. Everyone was scared and running for cover as trees and homes were getting blown away. It was a nightmare,” Lohia told AFP.

More storms to come There were 65 confirmed

deaths in Uttar Pradesh in the north, 35 in the desert state of Rajasthan to the west, and two in Punjab from Wednesday’s wild storms.

The day before, at least 14 were killed in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh which was hammered by more than 41,000 lightning strikes in a matter of hours, disaster officials said yesterday.

Agra district of Uttar Pradesh was one of the worst hit by the dust clouds, with more than 40 people killed. The Taj Mahal is in Agra city but officials said the monument escaped damage.

Last month, a similar storm killed at least 15 people in Uttar Pradesh and destroyed two minarets over an entry house to the Taj Mahal.

Most of the victims were killed as they slept by houses that collapsed or by falling walls, trees and electric pylons,

officials said. Many people in India sleep outside during the summer months to escape the high temperatures.

Rescuers were still going through the rubble of felled homes yesterday.

“We can confirm at least 65 deaths from around 40 of the state’s 75 districts,” T.P. Gupta of the Uttar Pradesh relief commissioner’s office told AFP. He called the death toll “unprecedented” from such a storm in the past 20 years.

Gupta said there were 43 deaths in Agra district. More than 150 cattle and other animals were also killed across the state.

“There is a forecast for more storms in the next 48 hours across the state so people should be alert,” he added.

Hemant Gera, head of Rajasthan’s Disaster Management and Relief Department, said emergency services were on alert and that people should not sleep outdoors.

In Punjab, Kumar Amit, deputy commissioner of Patiala district, told AFP that a wall collapsed killing two people. (AFP)

The storms destroyed homes and uprooted trees

The dust storm was followed by fierce lightning

Storm risk continues for parts of India

Dust storm hits Bikaner (Photo- IANS)

Storms kill hundreds of people each year in India but these were some of the most severe in recent decades

Ferocious dust storms have

killed at least 65 people in the northern state of Uttar

Pradesh

Heavy rainfall and dust in

the northern town of Shimla

in Himachal Pradesh state

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Rome

Liverpool set up a repeat of their 1981 meeting against

Real Madrid despite a first Champions League defeat of the season at the Stadio Olimpico.

A chaotic 4-2 semifinal second leg loss to Roma saw Liverpool progress 7-6 on aggregate, with victory secured thanks to Sadio Mane’s 19th of the season and the rare sight of Georginio Wijnaldum’s first away goal in almost three years.

A fortuitous own goal by James Milner in between had put the hosts back in the

game, while Edin Dzeko’s strike shortly after half-time ensured the Reds endured a testing conclusion and two late goals for Radja Nainggolan -- including a penalty with the last kick of the game -- came too late for Roma.

But Liverpool move on from defeating the same opponents against whom they won their fourth European Cup -- in this very stadium in 1984 -- to facing the club they beat 37 years ago for their third.

Given the way they have taken teams apart in this competition a sixth triumph

in Kiev is a realistic possibility, although whether their defending can cope against reigning champions who have won three of the last four titles is open to question.

Jurgen Klopp’s side are smashing all kinds of records this season and another one fell as they reached 46 goals in 14 Champions League matches (including qualifiers), eclipsing the previous best set by Barcelona (in 16 games) in 1999-2000.

A great deal of that is owed to their formidable front three of Mohamed Salah (10), Roberto

Firmino (10) and Sadio Mane (nine), now the highest-scoring club trio in a single Champions League season after overtaking Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema, who scored 28 in 2013-14.

They are the fastest to 40 (12 matches) in a single campaign in the competition proper.

It was Mane’s turn to star on the night Liverpool booked their first Champions League final place in 11 years and their eighth in the competition. (PA Sport)

Liverpool F.C to face Madrid

Liverpool are on their way to the Champions League final after a 4-2 loss to Roma in second leg put them through 7-6 on aggregate

Sadio Mané opened the scoring in the second leg with a classic counter-attack goal (Pic courtesy: theguardian)

London

Jose Mourinho has acknowledged that Marouane Fellaini holds the balance of power in his Manchester United contract

negotiations, but believes the midfielder wants to stay.Fellaini’s contract at Old Trafford expires in June, and he has

so far refused to agree an extension despite offers from the club.The Belgium international, 30, gave an interview earlier this

week in which he criticised United for not offering him a new deal last season.

Fellaini came off the bench to score United’s winner in a 2-1 victory over Arsenal last weekend, and has been linked with a number of clubs across Europe, as well as a move to China.

“I’m still positive. He’s important. He’s a player that I like,” said Mourinho. “But he has a different position in relation to other players with contracts. We can control other players’ destiny but in Marouane’s case, the destiny is in his hands.

“He knows I want him to stay, the club wants him to stay, he has an offer from us and it’s up to him to say yes or no.

“I am still positive, as he likes to be here, he likes the feeling of the manager trusting him and I think there is a good chance for him to stay. But if he leaves, so be it.”

Mourinho takes his team to Brighton in the Premier League on Friday knowing that a victory would all but secure second place, their best finish for five years. (AFP)

Fellaini will decide Man Utd future

Marouane Fellaini (file pic)

Giro

In the absence of Vincenzo Nibali, Fabio Aru carries

Italian hopes at this Giro d’Italia and, a few weeks shy of his 28th birthday, he knows only too well that his career cannot be indefinitely couched in the future tense. Italy expects.

“Absolutely, I think that too,” Aru said in Jerusalem on Wednesday afternoon. “But in the last few years, I’ve never

felt young anyway, because I’ve been riding with a certain level of responsibility. Since 2014, practically, I’ve felt that responsibility, that stress. But I’ve prepared very well for this Giro. I had a big desire to come back to the Giro and now I want to get started.”

Aru missed last year’s Giro, which set out from his home region of Sardinia, after sustaining a knee injury in a

training crash, but he resumed racing in June to claim the Italian title and then place 5th overall at the Tour de France.

On making the switch from Astana to UAE Team Emirates in the off-season, he was initially coy about his 2018 schedule, but it always seemed likely that he would return to the Giro for the first time since he placed second overall three years ago. (Cyclingnews)

Expectation nothing new for Aru

Fabio Aru (file pic)

London

India captain Virat Kohli has agreed a deal to play for

Surrey in June.The 29-year-old batsman

will feature in three County Championship matches and at least three One-Day Cup games.

Kohli, who averages more than 50 in all formats for his country, will lead India in a five-match Test series in England starting on 1 August.

“It’s long been an ambition of mine to play county cricket and I’m thankful to Alec Stewart and Surrey for allowing me the opportunity,” he said.

Kohli will miss India’s inaugural Test match with Afghanistan in June while playing county cricket.

The last time he toured England with India in 2014 at the age of 25, he averaged just 13.40 in five Tests with a top score of 39. Since then he has risen to second in the Test batting rankings and first in ODIs. (BBC)

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Agnieszka Radwanska has also withdrawn due to a back injury

Ahmed Mansoor clinches first place

Ferdinand refused boxing licence


Bahraini showjumping athlete Ahmed Mansoor

managed to achieve first place in the speed round of Al Ain International Showjumping Championship, which was held in the UAE, amid large participation of various athletes.

Mansoor stole the spotlight during the round, presenting high standards of performance astride his horse, due to his concentration and clear technical reading of the course, which contributed to achieving his deserved title.

The second place in the race

also went to the Kingdom of Bahrain, through athlete Ahmed Jahrami, who competed with his colleague Mansoor for the title, also presenting technical levels which confirm the development of showjumping sport in Bahrain.

Meanwhile, the experienced athlete Khalid Hilal Al-Khateri had a share of advanced positions in the international championship, managing to win second place in the Grand Prize category.

Al-Khateri managed to strongly compete for the title after demonstrating ideal levels during the round, reaching second place.

London

Former Manchester United and England defender

Rio Ferdinand says he is “disappointed” after being refused a professional boxing licence.

The 39-year-old, who retired from football in 2015, launched his new career in September.

The British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) said they would not be reviewing his application, Ferdinand said.

“It is with a heavy heart that I am hanging up my gloves,” he said.

In his statement, published on Facebook, Ferdinand added: “To not be given the chance to demonstrate my ability to the BBBofC through the standard assessment afforded to others is

hard to take.”Ferdinand’s move into the

ring was being backed by betting company Betfair, as part of the ‘Defender to Contender’ challenge.

Coached by former WBC super-middleweight champion Richie Woodhall, the six-time Premier League champion aimed “to win a belt”.

“Boxing is a physically tough, demanding and dangerous sport. I always gave it my utmost respect and never underestimated how difficult it would be,” he said.

“It’s important to approach everything with success in mind, and to give it your all, but sometimes things work against you.” (BBC)

Kohli signs for Surrey

Serena withdraws from Madrid Open

Madrid

Former world number one Serena Williams has

withdrawn from the Madrid Open as she continues to regain full fitness ahead of the French Open later this month, the tournament’s organisers said yesterday.

The 36-year-old, who won the Madrid Open in 2012 and 2013, returned to the

WTA tour in March after giving birth to her first child last September.

Williams, a 23-times grand slam singles champion, was ousted by her sister Venus in her comeback tournament at Indian Wells and last played in her first round defeat by Japan’s Naomi Osaka at the Miami Open.

“We regret the absence

of Serena and we wish her a speedy recovery,” tournament director Manolo Santana said in a statement on the Madrid Open website.

“She is one of the great champions of our sport, she has always offered a show to the tournament and we hope to see her again at the Caja Magica in the future.”

Poland’s Agnieszka

Radwanska has also withdrawn from the Madrid Open, which runs from May 7-13, due to a back injury.

Williams missed the first grand slam of the year at the Australian Open in January and could also be ruled out of the French Open, which is held from May 21 to June 10.

(Reuters)

Khalid Hilal Al-Khateri Second in the Grand Prize category

Rio Ferdinand (file pic)

Virat Kohli (file pic)

In-form Stefanos Tsitsipas beats Anderson in EstorilEstoril

Greek rising star Stefanos Tsitsipas continued his

excellent form on clay by beating Estoril Open top seed Kevin Anderson 6-7 (3-7), 6-3, 6-3 yesterday to reach the quarter-finals.

The 19-year-old held the

big-hitting South African to just four aces in a second-round match which lasted for more than two hours in windy conditions.

World number 44 Tsitsipas beat three top-20 players, including Dominic Thiem, en route to the Barcelona Open

final last week, where he lost to Rafael Nadal.

Anderson, ranked eighth, sealed his fate as his first double-fault of the contest brought up two match points, with Tsitsipas quickly wrapping up victory at the first attempt.

“It was really tough, with

tricky conditions,” world number eight Anderson said. “I’ve not played a match in a while.

“It’s a little disappointing, I would have preferred better conditions for my first match back, a more comfortable environment.

“But he was just too good today.”

Tsitsipas, the first Greek man to break into the world’s top 50, improved to 13-10 for the season.

He will face a last-eight match against Spain’s Roberto Carballes Baena, who knocked

out British number three Cameron Norrie 5-7, 6-2, 7-6 (7/1).

The 103rd-ranked Norrie went down in three hours, eight minutes to his Spanish opponent who won his first ATP title this season in Quito.

(AFP)


Winners of the second edition of Nasser bin

Hamad Scientific Research Award in the field of sports were honoured at the awards ceremony on Wednesday.

President of Al Istiqlal University in Palestine Dr Abdulnasser Qadoumi won the Sports Management category award, while Reema Abdulla of Bahrain and Abdulghani Al Hutami of Yemen shared the award for the Sports Medicine category.

The third and last category award was in Sports Training, shared by Shereen Tawfeeq, Huda Habib, Hanan Al Shaikh, Omar Al Samani of Bahrain and India’s J. Kotian.

Other awards were presented for the distinguished researches in the Sports Management category, which were won by Dr Faisal Al Mulla Dr Amin Mahmood, Dr Ali Sulaibeikh, Dr Haytham Hamid of Bahrain, Saudi Arabia’s Haytham Al Masarwa, Dr Ammar Al Rifai and Dr Ammar Al Rifaie.

In the youth section, Dana Al Binali of the University of Bahrain won the award for her research on human resources strategies at national sports federations.

The awards night was

organized by the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), and patronized by HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports Chairman, and BOC President.

HH Shaikh Nasser presented the awards to the winners, in the presence of Shaikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports Secretary General, BOC Vice President, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and high-ranking

sports officials.HH Shaikh Nasser also

won a Medal of Scientific Excellence from the British Scientific Council and the Academy of Scientific Research and Training, and was presented to him by British Ambassador to Bahrain Simon Martin, and President of the Academy president Dr Wisam Al Shaikhli.

The ceremony ended with Shaikh Salman presenting a special paint of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Shaikh

Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa to Shaikh Nasser.

It’s worth noting that the award is in line with the BOC strategy to develop sports movement in the Kingdom, in accordance to scientific standards based on specialized scientific research.

This first-of- its-kind award in the Kingdom is an incentive for researchers to explore their creativities in the field of sports, which has become a fertile ground to take sports into broad prospects that has surpassed old concept surface to become one of the leading industries.

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Shaikh Nasser awards issuedHH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa won a Medal of Scientific Excellence from the British Scientific Council and the Academy of Scientific Research and Training

Shaikh Salman presents a special paint of HM the King to HH Shaikh Nasser

The SSE arena becomes venue for Brave CF

Sports economics forum underway


Brave Combat Federation has confirmed that the

SSE Arena will be the venue for the event hosted in Belfast, Northern Ireland on 9th June 2018. The SSE Arena is Northern Ireland’s biggest indoor arena, with a capacity of over 10,000 for concerts.

The venue is famous for hosting concerts and sporting events.

Apart from hosting international concerts and sporting events, the venue has also hosted UFC and World Wrestling Entertainment live events.

The venue was short-listed for ‘International Large Venue of the Year’ (Outside of North America) in the 2005 Pollstar Concert Industry Awards, making it one of the top six major concert

venues in the world. Brave Combat Federation will be entering Europe for the first time.

From the initial stages itself, Brave Combat Federation has signed athletes from Europe who compete at multiple weight classes.

“We are glad to enter the European market. The initiative found by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa had made an incredible rate of growth and is among the top 5 global organisations in Mixed Martial Arts, which was achieved in less than two years. We are proud that the organisation is found and operated by the Kingdom of Bahrain. This will have a far-reaching impact upon sectors of tourism, investment and economy,” said Mohammed Shahid, President of Brave Combat Federation.


Top Arab sports experts called for a number of

recommendation to increase funding sources to develop regional Olympic achievements on the inaugural day of Scientific Research Forum in Sports Economics, being held in Bahrain.

This theme was presented by Dr Mohamed Sobhi Hassanein, Head of the Physical Education Sector at the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities in Egypt, who kicked off yesterday’s first session by addressing a large number of attendees – administrators, academics, physical education teachers, coaches and researchers, on sport as an important source to boost economy.

Hassanein also said the Olympic achievement for Arabs is insignificant compared

to some other countries, noting that 108 medals were won by Arab countries in all Olympic games, while the US could achieve 121 medals in a single Olympic games, claimed in the most recent Rio de Janeiro Olympics.

Late on, Jordan Olympic Committee vice-president Dr Sari Hamdan brought up the second session of the on economic and sports investments, and its benefit for both parties.

Hamdan said the true relationship between economics and sports started in 1992 in Spain, when an investment plan was created and launched four years before Barcelona Olympics.

He added that TV telecasts rights have achieved 47 per cent of total profits, and noted that profits for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics is expected to hit US 300 billion.Highlights from the event

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Leonardo Mafra was supposed to make his promotional debut at Brave 6

Mafra to represent Brazil DT News NetworkManama

Leonardo Mafra stated that he will be looking to make his first appearance in

Brave Combat Federation memorable with a victory over Gadzhimusa Gaziev.

The bout will be featured at Brave 12: KHK Legacy hosted on 11th May at Jakarta, Indonesia.

Mafra will be the sole Brazilian fighter in the fight card for Indonesia.

A victory over Gaziev will propel him in the division which is still awaiting to crown a champion.

“I am very excited for my debut with Brave Combat Federation. I know it won’t be an easy fight, I want to make sure that I put on a great performance and represent my country in the best way possible. Brave Combat Federation is the global promotion that elevated athletes into global superstars and contributed for the growth of the sport regionally and Internationally. The event will make a huge difference in Indonesia,” said Mafra.

Mafra was supposed to make his promotional debut at Brave 6.

Mafra, fights out of Kings MMA with legendary coach Rafael Cordeiro, admits he didn’t study Gaziev, but says he knows his opponent’s style and is ready to rise above him at Brave 12.

“I have never had an easy fight and I know he is a great athlete, but so am I. Granted, I didn’t study him, but we went through his style of fighting. I have always had in mind that if I can impose my style during a fight, I am able to beat everyone, and that is the mindset I will carry on to the Brave cage on May 11th,” added Mafra.

Brave: SS Capital initiates strategic partner relationsDT News NetworkManama

SS Capital, headed by Surya Adiwijaya Soepono, has entered

into strategic partner relations with Brave Combat Federation.

Indonesia based SS Capital has acquired full rights to support and invest in Brave Combat Federation in Indonesia.

Brave 12: KHK Legacy will be hosted on 11th May at Balai Sarbini Hall at Jakarta, Indonesia.

The event marks the entry of the global promotion owned by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa in to the South East Asia.

Apart from Brave 12: KHK Legacy, Indonesia is set to host 2018 Asian Games.

Brave 12: KHK Legacy will be attended by distinguished list of dignitaries involving key government officials, International businessmen and celebrities.

“We are honoured to enter into

strategic partnership with SS Capital for Brave 12: KHK Legacy. We hope to bring together our collective synergies to add value to our efforts as well as to transform the sport of mixed martial arts in the region. The developments will open avenues of investments apart from developing social and cultural exchange between the developing economies of Indonesia and Bahrain,” said Mohammed Shahid, President of Brave Combat Federation.

Leonardo Mafra during his previous fight

Mohammed Shahid

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