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Daily Tribune
15 hours ago
- General
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Opens Registration for 'Palm Heritage' Competition to Celebrate Agricultural Traditions
The Bahrain Committee for Traditional Sports has announced the opening of registrations for the 'Palm Heritage' competition, part of its ongoing efforts to revive traditional farming practices and highlight the cultural and social importance of palm trees in Bahraini life. The competition, held under the guidance of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty the King's Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, aims to reconnect the community with Bahrain's deep-rooted agricultural identity — especially its symbolic relationship with the palm tree. The contest is divided into three main categories: Palm Pruning (Takreeb): focused on the traditional art of cleaning and trimming palm trunks. Offshoot Separation: showcasing the skill of properly and scientifically separating young offshoots (or 'pups') from the parent palm. Best Palm Farm: judged on cleanliness, organization, and the overall appearance of the farm. (Note: A minimum of 50 palm trees is required to qualify for this category.) Who can participate? The competition is open to all farmers and farm owners in Bahrain. Interested participants can apply by filling out an online form on the official website, providing both personal and farm details. Each entry must follow the specific technical rules for the chosen category. A dedicated expert panel, led by Dr. Abdulaziz Abdulkarim, a respected agricultural researcher and national consultant in plant production and protection, will oversee the judging process to ensure fairness and professionalism. The committee emphasized that this initiative is not only a competition but a celebration of Bahraini heritage — shining a spotlight on the palm tree as a symbol of the Kingdom's identity and resilience, historically known as the 'Land of a Million Palms.' Farmers and enthusiasts are encouraged to register promptly and be part of a meaningful platform that promotes excellence in palm cultivation and connects younger generations with Bahrain's authentic farming traditions.
Daily Tribune
18 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Women in Bahrain Invited to Join Global AI Training Movement
TDT | Manama Bahraini women now have the opportunity to join a major global initiative to learn artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, as the International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) opens the doors to the second phase of its ELEVATE programme. Developed in partnership with Microsoft, the programme aims to train 25,000 women worldwide through a flexible online format. Open to women of all backgrounds, it offers practical AI skills, globally recognised certifications, and personalised mentorship from international experts. Skills for the future The training covers a range of in-demand topics including machine learning, computer vision, cloud computing, data analysis, and AI ethics. Delivered entirely in English through a virtual platform, ELEVATE is designed to increase accessibility and eliminate barriers to participation, particularly for women in regions with limited access to advanced tech education. 'This is not just a training programme - it's a global movement to empower women with the tools, confidence, and opportunities to shape the future of technology,' the ICAIRE team said in a statement. Equal access push ELEVATE reflects ICAIRE's broader mission to promote inclusive participation in the digital economy and close the gender gap in the AI sector. As a UNESCO Category II Centre based in Riyadh, ICAIRE focuses on responsible innovation and equitable skill-building in artificial intelligence. Registration for the free programme is now open through ICAIRE's official platform. Women in Bahrain interested in joining the movement can register at
Identity
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Identity
Yasmin Abdelaziz and Ahmed Sharif star in Experience Abu Dhabi summer campaign
The Egyptian actress and Bahraini comedian front two individual campaign films as Experience Abu Dhabi's GCC ambassadors, exploring attractions and making special summer memories Still making summer plans? Let two of the GCC region's favourite stars help inspire your next trip. With Experience Abu Dhabi's latest campaign, Totally Recommended, Yasmin Abdelaziz and Ahmed Sharif each take centre stage as travellers discovering Abu Dhabi, their own way. The stories of Yasmin and Ahmed come to life in two brand films that anchor Totally Recommended, the new summer campaign by Experience Abu Dhabi. The campaign captures the excitement, wonder, and unforgettable moments that make Abu Dhabi more than just a destination – it's somewhere that feels like a home away from home.
Daily Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Charity-Led Forum Empowers Bahrain's Youth Futures
TDT | Manama A new community-driven career forum is set to provide Bahraini students with sharper guidance on their academic and professional futures, as the Horizons Initiative prepares to host its first major event this September. Organised in partnership with Isa Town Charity Society and the Bahrain Society for Sickle Cell Disease Patients Care, the initiative aims to build an early bridge between students, their families, and the evolving demands of the labour market. The forum aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering a platform for students to make informed career decisions. Forum ambitions The announcement was made at an introductory meeting held at Al Ayam newspaper hall, attended by MP Jalila Alawi Al Sayed Hasan, Ibrahim Ali Abdul Rahman Al Burshid, Assistant Undersecretary for Education at the Ministry of Education, and other education and training specialists. During the session, officials presented the forum's core objectives, describing it as a pivotal opportunity to empower students by helping them explore academic and career pathways both within Bahrain and abroad. They explained that the forum is intended to complement existing guidance programmes run by the Ministry of Education and align with Tamkeen's broader efforts to develop national talent. Beyond financial aid Speakers stressed that charitable work should go beyond financial support, calling for early and sustained engagement with students and their families to help them make informed decisions about their professional futures. Without such guidance, they warned, students risk choosing paths that may not reflect actual labour market needs. The upcoming forum will include lectures, one-on-one counselling, interactive workshops, and conversations with industry experts. A key focus will be introducing participants to future-facing specialisations that reflect shifts in the global job landscape.
CairoScene
a day ago
- General
- CairoScene
Weaving Tradition & Community at Bahrain's Al Naseej Factory
Al Naseej Textile Factory by Leopold Banchini Architects serves as a weaving facility and social space, drawing from Bahraini traditions to support local artisans and community. Traditionally, Bahraini weavers prepared their workspace by digging a shallow pit into the ground to accommodate their seated position. With their legs lowered below the surface, the earth became a practical surface on which warp threads could be stretched, allowing the weavers to work in close contact with the ground itself. Rooted in this tactile relationship between craft and site, the Al Naseej Textile Factory by Leopold Banchini Architects serves as both a textile weaving facility and a social space for the local craftspeople of Bani Jamra, a village in north-west Bahrain. Arish is a traditional building technique that uses the dry leaves of the date palms to create woven panels. This grid is applied to the site both as an organising principle and as a deliberate reference to the date palm plantations found in the north of the island, irrigated by a complex network of water channels. The resulting building is a low, quiet gridded street elevation that stretches along the entire boundary of the site. Within the building, the architecture takes shape through the subtle below-grade pits where the weavers sit to operate their timber looms. These carefully measured excavations accommodate the traditional posture and define spaces for both the creation of intricate tapestries and the social rhythms of the workshop. Here, the act of making is embedded in the very ground beneath their feet, weaving a quiet dialogue between craft and architecture. Date palms stand as living anchors, their presence punctuating the strict geometry of the timber grid. Ponds and fountains flow quietly, softening the edges of the space and offering moments of cool respite. This interplay of nature and structure transforms the building into both a garden and a shelter. Composed of regionally available materials, the building's construction both relies on and celebrates local craftsmanship and building traditions. The shaded structure, combined with greenery, a network of water features, and seating areas, creates a cool and tranquil garden for the village inhabitants - a woven architecture that nurtures community as much as craft.
