His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman al Khalifa returned home from a trip to find a welcoming part of not only fellow government leaders, officials, ministers, and ambassadors, but also of citizens of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
After thanking them for coming to welcome him home, he praised them for their loyalty and unity with the leaders of the kingdom.
His Highness said, "Bahraini people have always been known for their firm stances and strong determination to protect national unity...These stances inspire us to continue work to achieve their aspirations."
The government continues to make progressive strides to improve, and the people are not only noticing, but they are supporting and encouraging them.
To read the full article please visit Gulf Daily News.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
101 Year Old Flies
As American Country star Tim McGraw sings,"Live like you were dying."
101 year old, great, great grandmother Mary Hardison sure is living, but doesn't plan on dying any
time soon! This Ogden, Utah resident flew into the record books as the oldest person ever
to tandem paraglide.
Mrs. Hardison says, "My desire is for the elderly to keep on going.
British Visitor Commends Bahrain Progress
Dominic Grieve, Attorney General for England and Wales, visited with His Majesty, and at a reception praised Bahrain's progress in the implementation of the recommendations given by the Bahrain Independent Commission of Inquiry (BICI).
After commending Bahrain's leadership on their progress, Mr. Grieve said, "The UK, as a close friend and ally, stands ready to work with and offer support to Bahrain in ensuring continuing and effective implementations of the recommendations."
To read full article please visit Gulf Daily News.
After commending Bahrain's leadership on their progress, Mr. Grieve said, "The UK, as a close friend and ally, stands ready to work with and offer support to Bahrain in ensuring continuing and effective implementations of the recommendations."
To read full article please visit Gulf Daily News.
Focusing on the Youth
Authorities in Bahrain are taking more initiative to help the youth in Bahrain, especially those in tough to reach areas. The focus? To help youth prepare to enter the work force by giving them opportunities to enhance their skills, develop news ones, and volunteer. The youngsters will receive training in a variety of areas, including arts, sciences, media, leadership, organizational skills, public relations, and first aid.
Another special aspect of the training this year will be to help the youth learn how to organize country events and promote civic engagement.
The project is being led by the General Organization for Youth and Sports (GOYS) with the assistance of local youth clubs.
To read full article please see Gulf Daily News.
Another special aspect of the training this year will be to help the youth learn how to organize country events and promote civic engagement.
The project is being led by the General Organization for Youth and Sports (GOYS) with the assistance of local youth clubs.
To read full article please see Gulf Daily News.
Monday, March 19, 2012
"Baby Zac" Is Progressing
Zac, an 18 month old baby born with Cerebral Palsy is said to be doing very well, even remarkable, as he is receiving care at the King Hamad University Hospital, the newest hospital in Bahrain. Zac has been receiving 40 one hour sessions of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Because of these treatments, Zac is expected to make a recovery so significant that he will be 90% "normal." There will be no mental side effects, and very minor physical ones.
Zac and his care are under the supervision of Captain Dr. Adel Abdul A'aal.
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