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(Beirut) – Bahraini authorities blocked Shiite worshipers from attending Friday prayers at Bahrain’s largest Shiite mosque on two Fridays in June, Human Rights Watch announced today. Imam Al Sadeq Mosque, located in Al Diraz district, is the main location for Shiite Friday prayers in Bahrain. The access restrictions come after Bahraini authorities briefly detained Sheikh Mohammad Sankhor, a prominent Shiite cleric who frequently preached at the Imam Al-Sadeq Mosque, and Saudi Arabia’s This was carried out in response to the execution of two Bahraini rebels, which sparked protests. Bahrain.A few days before his arrest, Sheikh Sankhor called Bahraini authorities plan…
Washington DC – Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) and Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) led 18 of their colleagues in introducing the Automobile Retail Sales Choice Act of 2023 (CARS) Act. This important bill would prohibit the Biden administration from implementing aggressive emissions standards for vehicles. Light and medium-duty vehicles limit consumer choice. The CARS Act also blocks future EPA vehicle emissions regulations that mandate specific technologies or limit vehicle availability based on engine type. The EPA announced these proposed regulations in April 2023 with the aim of promoting the introduction of electric vehicles. The rules will require more than two-thirds…
Naval Support Activity Bahrain — Earlier this week, Marines assigned to Fleet Counterterrorism Security Team Company Squadron facilitated an expert exchange on the subject of close combat with Sailors and Soldiers from Naval Support Activity Bahrain. The U.S. Coast Guard Patrol Force Southwest Asia Maritime Operations Team hosted the exchange at the facility’s “Ship in the Box” training facility.U.S. Navy sailors assigned to the Bahrain Naval Security Forces and U.S. Army soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Central Command Crisis Response Force Task Force Blackjack worked with FASTCENT Marines to overcome various obstacles encountered in CQB environments. We individually demonstrated…
Last week, Jalal Al Qassab, 60, and Reda Rajab, 67, filed their third and final appeal against their convictions for “ridiculing” the Islamic faith. In March they were sentenced to one year in prison and fined. Both men are members of Al Tajdeed, a cultural and social organization registered in Bahrain in 2002. The organization’s mission is to foster open discussion about religion and Islamic jurisprudence. Former members told HRW that the group was riddled with abusive behavior. In February, prosecutors cited complaints from the Interior Ministry’s Directorate General for Cybercrime and the Ministry of Social Development, alleging that YouTube…
Bahrain — On June 25 and 26, 100 military leaders from 10 partner nations and several U.S. military branches met in Bahrain for the second round of multilateral maritime engagement led by Task Force 51/5. I was disappointed. Multilateral maritime engagement strengthens multilateral partnerships and maritime military cooperation across the region while supporting the U.S. Central Command security architecture. “MME aims to bring partners together and strengthen the strong bonds that have already been formed.” Brigadier General Matthew S. Reed, 51st/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade Task Force Commander “One of the best ways to stay prepared for contingencies is to listen…
In this article: 15 The world’s most profitable car company. Skip to the next page for a detailed analysis of the statistics and economic impact of the auto manufacturing sector, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of the global semiconductor chip shortage on auto manufacturing, and the future outlook for the sector You can access it directly. Top 5 most profitable car companies in the world. The automobile manufacturing sector is one of the largest industries in the world. A country’s automotive sector is often a reflection of the country’s broader economic situation.according to ACEAIn 2022, 85.4 million…
Family members residing in Bahrain with U.S. military personnel or Department of Defense (Department of Defense) civilians will be eligible to pursue employment in the local economy under Bahraini law while maintaining their status. The policy would allow family members of U.S. military personnel to work under employee-paid work visas without having to waive their Pentagon-dependent visas. “This is about taking care of our families and continuing to make Bahrain the premier overseas mission base for the U.S. Navy,” said Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Command. said. “This…
June 8, 2023Written by Emma Ryan | Photo courtesy of Savoy Motor Museum When Georgia Tech Motorsports (GTMS) began building a vehicle for the 2019 Formula SAE Michigan competition, they had no idea it would be three years before the vehicle competed in the event. The No. 70 car faced many obstacles, including the pandemic in 2020 and an unexpected crash in 2021, and was unable to compete until 2022, finishing 23rd. GT Motorsports’ Car 70 is one of five cars currently on display at the Savoy Automotive Museum in Cartersville, about 45 miles northwest of Atlanta. “Car 70 is…
Oregon State University’s spaceship robot, next “Mother — Ship”Imagine this. Step onto a college campus and you’ll see futuristic-looking robots zipping around in the midst of the hustle and bustle. If you look closely you will see that it is one of our space robots busy making deliveries. Our bot is not only revolutionizing the way students dine on campus, it’s also winning the hearts of students and becoming a true campus celebrity.Let’s start with Henry Banning of Oregon State University. He is a student who took his love for spaceship robots to the next level. He transformed his car…
At Starship Technologies, inclusion and diversity are more than just words. They are deeply ingrained in our values. This year, we embrace these values and are excited to announce our participation in the historic and world-famous LA Pride Parade.For the first time, our team and Starship robots will proudly march in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. This demonstrates our unwavering support and commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive as their true selves.We aim to make a big statement at LA Pride as our Starship robots take to the vibrant and vibrant streets of Los…