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Major Bust
Three men have been arrested for allegedly trafficking more than 100kg of marijuana and hashish, valued at around BD1.5 million.Authorities say the suspects smuggled the drugs into Bahrain from Iran. The operation was uncovered by the Anti-Narcotics Directorate using targeted investigations.Reports indicate the group used “dead drops” to move and distribute the substances across the Kingdom.
Classroom or Bedroom?
Students across Bahrain can now choose between in-person classes or continuing remotely as schools roll out a flexible learning plan. Government schools will offer both options starting April 19, with parents contacted to select their preference. Private schools can decide their own approach, depending on readiness and approvals.
If we’re being honest, if I was a student… I know exactly which option I’d be picking.
Pet Abandonment
Animal charities across Bahrain are reporting a spike in abandoned pets following recent regional disruptions. Rescue groups say many cases are linked to residents leaving quickly and unable to take their animals along.One organisation alone handled around 50 rescues in the past month, with new cases reported daily.Efforts are now focused on treatment, fostering, and finding new homes for the affected animals.
The Pearl Hunter
What started as a simple diving hobby for Abbas Ali Kitab has grown into a passion for uncovering Bahrain’s natural pearls.Over the past 12 years, he’s explored the Kingdom’s historic pearl diving sites in search of rare finds.One of his most unusual discoveries? A pearl shaped almost exactly like a human eye. A reminder that the sea still holds plenty of surprises beneath the surface.
Salt Bahrain
Football fans in Bahrain will soon be back in stadiums as live attendance gets the green light.The Bahrain Football Association confirmed spectators can return starting matchweek 18 this Thursday through Saturday.The Nasser Bin Hamad Bahrain Premier League is officially resuming with fans in the mix again.No detailed attendance guidelines just yet, but the atmosphere is set to make a comeback.
Factak: The median age in Bahrain is 33.4 years old, a young and working-age focused society.
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