https://www.bna.bh/en/Bahrain News Agency RSS Feedshttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDn6gmPqG0t4eOhUinXMfErM%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDn6gmPqG0t4eOhUinXMfErM%3dMon, 13 Jul 2026 14:10:00 GMTManama, Jul. 13 (BNA):  The Arabian Gulf University (AGU) honoured 150 participants in its peer education programme for medicine and nursing students at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.   The participants were honoured by Dr. Ghazi bin Abdulrahman Al Otaibi, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Scientific Research, and Professor Dr. Mohamed Saleh Madadin, Dean of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, during a ceremony organised by the Peer Education Programme...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDmWeHIQVRvlCH6zPav4Rtog%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDmWeHIQVRvlCH6zPav4Rtog%3dMon, 13 Jul 2026 14:06:00 GMTManama, Jul. 13 (BNA):  The Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) launched its summer camp with the participation of a group of young men and women. The two-week training programme aims to develop participants’ personal and leadership skills, strengthen the values of humanitarian and volunteer work, and raise awareness of health and environmental issues.   The programme brings together a group of specialists and trainers who are delivering practical and interactive workshops on a wide...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDqWBeIrPZc%2bEYiqtxGGYt%2fI%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDqWBeIrPZc%2bEYiqtxGGYt%2fI%3dSun, 12 Jul 2026 12:14:00 GMTManama, Jul. 12 (BNA): A delegation from Vatel Bahrain, led by Shaikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, and Fatema Frutan, Director of Studies, visited Vatel Academy in France as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen academic collaboration and knowledge exchange within the global Vatel network.   During the visit, the delegation was introduced to Vatel Academy’s programmes and training framework in hospitality management. The programme included a...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDuwczQZ4z8hD1VxzSha6OS0%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDuwczQZ4z8hD1VxzSha6OS0%3dSat, 11 Jul 2026 15:09:00 GMTManama, Jul. 11 (BNA): The Arabian Gulf University (AGU) and Nexus Events signed a memorandum of understanding to launch and organise the Gulf Development and Innovation Conference, scheduled to be held in April 2027 in cooperation with the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The MoU was signed by Dr. Saad bin Saud Al Fahaid, President of AGU, and by David Joseph, Director Manager of Nexus Events. The launch of this inaugural conference is a strategic initiative by the AGU,...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDsOrD1yig5UdXOPMDBSQv98%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDsOrD1yig5UdXOPMDBSQv98%3dThu, 09 Jul 2026 10:12:00 GMTNantes, Jul. 9 (BNA): Vatel Bahrain's senior management participated in the 19th Vatel International Convention, held in France, which brought together directors and senior representatives from Vatel campuses worldwide. The delegation also visited the Vatel Academy in Lyon. The participation reflected the college's commitment to strengthening engagement across the global Vatel network, exchanging expertise with international counterparts and discussing emerging academic and professional...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDopq9QEBFtKQ5wbzuafkVFg%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDopq9QEBFtKQ5wbzuafkVFg%3dWed, 08 Jul 2026 13:26:00 GMTManama, Jul. 8 (BNA): Dr. Sabah Al Junaid, Associate Professor of Geographic Information Systems and the Environment and Academic Supervisor of the His Highness Shaikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani Chair in Geographic Information Systems, affirmed the success of the research partnership with the Bahrain Institute of Pearls and Gemstones “Danat,” through the implementation of a national project to map pearl oyster and seagrass habitats in the territorial waters of the Kingdom of...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDpxSqsMDTH7qeO4VzBGigC8%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDpxSqsMDTH7qeO4VzBGigC8%3dWed, 08 Jul 2026 10:13:00 GMTManama, Jul. 8 (BNA): The Institutional Communication Center at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) received students participating in the “Injaz Bahrain Summer Camp,” organized by “Injaz Bahrain,” with the aim of supporting educational experiences, developing youth skills, introducing students to academic and professional paths, and enriching their knowledge through interactive learning experiences.  The students met with Dr. Saad bin Saud Al Fahaid, the University President. The visit...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDmM4MQBe2pYgAVqBZF27P3Q%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDmM4MQBe2pYgAVqBZF27P3Q%3dTue, 07 Jul 2026 15:37:00 GMTManama, Jul. 7 (BNA): Vatel Bahrain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences, establishing a broader framework for collaboration encompassing student internships, professional development and specialised consultancy. The partnership will contribute to nurturing emerging hospitality talent while promoting the exchange of knowledge and industry expertise between both organisations.   The partnership forms part of Vatel Bahrain’s...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDukBwyT3KIcPDK%2fzk47yq40%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDukBwyT3KIcPDK%2fzk47yq40%3dMon, 06 Jul 2026 22:40:00 GMTManama, Jul. 6 (BNA): Ahmed Khalil Khairi, Director-General of the General Directorate of the Islamic Endowments Council, received a group of students from Abdullah bin Khalid College for Islamic Studies participating in a practical training programme organised by the General Directorate as part of its cooperation with the college to prepare and qualify students for their professional and religious responsibilities. Khairi said that the eight-week programme, which runs from June 28 to August...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDn%2fAfR4LiA3wV%2fdK8oN4JPs%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDn%2fAfR4LiA3wV%2fdK8oN4JPs%3dSat, 04 Jul 2026 13:06:00 GMTManama, Jul. 4 (BNA): The Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) participated in a regional workshop in Jordan on the role of National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in supporting immunisation programmes led by ministries of health. Organised by the Jordan Red Crescent Society in cooperation with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the workshop brought together representatives from 12 national societies across the Middle East and North Africa to...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDh0wlryAltJUGklmqCJ97Yc%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDh0wlryAltJUGklmqCJ97Yc%3dMon, 22 Jun 2026 14:41:00 GMTManama, Jun. 22 (BNA): Arabian Gulf University (AGU), represented by its College of Medicine and Health Sciences, won the ASPIRE Award for Excellence in Medical Education presented by the International Association for Health Professions Education (AMEE) in the category of Excellence in the Use of Medical Simulation.   The award recognises AGU's efforts in developing simulation-based learning environments and enhancing the quality of training for medical students and healthcare...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDrkcYSlnqj62qW6fiC5W2VY%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDrkcYSlnqj62qW6fiC5W2VY%3dSat, 20 Jun 2026 13:05:00 GMTManama, Jun. 20 (BNA):  Dr. Saad bin Saud Al Fahaid, President of the Arabian Gulf University (AGU), received Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al Shibli, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for Higher Education in the Sultanate of Oman, and his accompanying delegation on the sidelines of their visit to attend the graduation ceremony of AGU's 39th graduating class, held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDjOvd0YW8q%2fyj3iWdUtf2dM%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDjOvd0YW8q%2fyj3iWdUtf2dM%3dTue, 02 Jun 2026 11:28:00 GMTManama, June 2 (BNA):  Arabian Gulf University (AGU) is launching a Bachelor’s program in Emergency Medical Services as part of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences at the start of the 2026 – 2027 academic year, in a move of significant strategic importance to meet the demands of the Gulf and regional job markets by introducing this vital and important specialization, with the aim of preparing specialized medical professionals capable of handling critical cases and health...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDopSFczuPFtOeFqdAsai2jw%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDopSFczuPFtOeFqdAsai2jw%3dMon, 01 Jun 2026 17:51:00 GMTManama, Jun. 1 (BNA): The Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) has announced that more than 1,600 Bahrainis have been trained to use artificial intelligence in the workplace to enhance productivity and performance, as part of a national initiative launched last year. The milestone reflects growing interest in professional skills that support modern ways of working.   The initiative forms part of national efforts to develop human capital by equipping workers with practical...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDrhwAji31JVinBe8HoVeBZ4%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDrhwAji31JVinBe8HoVeBZ4%3dSun, 31 May 2026 18:10:00 GMTManama, May 31 (BNA): Vatel Bahrain College of Hospitality and Tourism Management has announced that it has been awarded the title of Leading Institution in Hospitality and Tourism Management in the Middle East for 2026, as part of the global Travel and Tourism Awards presented by the UK magazine LUXlife, in recognition of its success in delivering an exceptional educational model that combines advanced academic training with practical training in the hospitality and tourism sectors. This...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDtNkGLX335IqdrdOQ7GkMp0%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDtNkGLX335IqdrdOQ7GkMp0%3dMon, 25 May 2026 14:30:00 GMTManama, May 25 (BNA): The National Initiative for Agricultural Development (NIAD) inaugurated a new site as part of the fifth phase of the national afforestation campaign "Forever Green" at Jari Al Shaikh Rest Area, with support from Cortado Roastery.   The event was attended by Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Khalifa, Secretary General of the National Initiative for Agricultural Development; Abdulaziz Al Kooheji, Chief Operations and Corporate Communications Officer at Cortado...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDm13gwBdEtqM8R3bChkWCUE%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDm13gwBdEtqM8R3bChkWCUE%3dWed, 13 May 2026 17:13:00 GMTManama, May 13 (BNA): Arabian Gulf University (AGU) launched four strategic institutional projects as part of efforts to strengthen institutional development, digital transformation, governance, and future readiness.   The projects include the university’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, a new institutional identity, a digital transformation strategy, and a human resources development and governance project.   Dr. Saad bin Saud Al Fahaid, President of AGU, said the projects reflect the...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDnHvAMnSHTAj%2bgWmLuhz3zo%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDnHvAMnSHTAj%2bgWmLuhz3zo%3dMon, 11 May 2026 15:45:00 GMTManama, May 11 (BNA): Arabian Gulf University (AGU) will launch four institutional initiatives, including its Strategic Plan for the period (2026–2030), its new institutional identity, its digital transformation initiative, and its human resources development initiative. These initiatives are part of the university’s efforts to advance institutional transformation and enhance its readiness to meet the demands of higher education in the coming phase.   The launch ceremony will be held...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDl1VrfluJKdLeznzIhS6o88%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDl1VrfluJKdLeznzIhS6o88%3dThu, 07 May 2026 12:51:00 GMTManama, May 7 (BNA): The Bachelor of Nursing Science programme at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) has been approved by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing to enter the international accreditation candidacy phase.   Achieved just two years after the programme’s launch, this milestone reflects the university’s commitment to international standards in healthcare education. The programme successfully met ACEN’s eligibility requirements, marking a key step toward full...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDkzqpr%2b4%2bZrOk5Oi9rxb5as%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDkzqpr%2b4%2bZrOk5Oi9rxb5as%3dWed, 06 May 2026 11:53:00 GMTManama, May 6 (BNA): Vatel Bahrain has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Barceló Hotel & Residences Bahrain, part of Barceló Hotel Group, to provide its students with high quality practical training opportunities across the hotel’s various departments. The agreement forms part of Vatel Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to expand its network of partnerships with leading international hotels and resorts operating in the Kingdom, providing students with hands-on experience in professional...https://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDmmoKx%2fD4jxT35o9oPnBoVU%3dinfo@bna.bhhttps://www.bna.bh/en/news?cms=q8FmFJgiscL2fwIzON1%2bDmmoKx%2fD4jxT35o9oPnBoVU%3dTue, 05 May 2026 20:37:00 GMTManama, May 5 (BNA): The Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) honoured students at Shaikha Hessa Girls’ School for their participation in the "Fulfilling an Orphan’s Dream" initiative, as part of celebrations marking 25 years since its establishment under the slogan "25 Years  A Humanitarian Legacy."   The recognition was presented by Ammar Sami Qambar, Assistant Secretary-General for Social Care, in the presence of Samia Al Kooheji, the school...