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JO3968_BFC_SM_APP_Online_Campaign_DT_Hamper_6.7cmX8.5cm.indd 1 3/1/18 3:45 PM BTI Career Expo Manama career expo will open on the 13th of March at the ABahrain Training Institute (BTI) in Isa Town. The three- day event will be held under the patronage of Education Minister Dr. Majid bin Ali Al-Nuaimi Market revamp

Manama His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa yesterday hailed the persistent efforts of Interior Ministry and security agencies in bringing down terror- irector-General of the ists targeting the security and stability of the Kingdom. During a reception held for HRH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa at Sakhir DCapital Trustees’ Board, Palace, HM the King stressed Bahrain will “steadily progress towards development and prosperity” with determination. HM, the King also called on Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Bahrainis to act in concert to continue supporting the economic and development achievements, pointing out the national achievements made in Khalifa said that a number of various fields. development projects will be implemented in the Manama Central Market in 2018. 72 candidates announced for BCCI elections

Gender parity in the United Nations Senior Management Group is just Iranian missiles the beginning. Our goal – and my commitment - is to achieve gender parity at all levels. a major concern, @antonioguterres Today’s Weather Max Min 26°C 17°C says France Paris/Manama thousand kilometres, which are programme without the P rance’s foreign minister not compatible with UN Security West’s destruction of its own 03 P Fyesterday issued a stark Council resolutions and which nuclear weapons and long- warning to Iran to control its exceed the needs of defending range missiles. A blockbuster ballistic missile programme or “it Iran’s borders,” Jean-Yves Le Drian US President Donald risked new sanctions”. told the newspaper. Trump has threatened to in the making Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le “If not tackled head-on, this tear up a 2015 nuclear deal Strengthening20 Drian, ahead of a visit to Tehran, country risks new sanctions,” he between Iran and world Cross-Border Art said France also wants Iran to added. “In this regard, the crisis powers unless more is start contributing in a “positive” in Syria and the humanitarian done to curb Iran’s missile manner to resolving the crises in situation there will particularly be programme. the Middle East. discussed, along with other regional Le Drian said last In a statement to the Journal du issues where Iran is involved (such month that Iran’s Dimanche newspaper, the minister as Yemen, Libya and Iraq),” the missile programme and said Iran needed to address minister said. involvement in regional international concerns over its The comments came the same conflicts needed to be P ballistic missile programme. day that Iran’s armed forces addressed if Iran “wants “There are programmes for spokesman said there could be to return to the family of missiles that can travel several no talks on the country’s missile nations”. (Agencies) Silva strikes as24 City triumph Warns of new sanction if ‘not tackled head-on’ P 05 2 Monday, March 5, 2018 Monday, March 5, 2018 3 72 vie for BCCI seats Mohammed Zafran/DTNN all candidates every success, “BCCI’s election committee [email protected] and extends his thanks said on 8 February 2018 that to the Bahrain Chamber Tojjar, Al it would rely upon internal Manama and its administration on data to determine eligible he Bahrain Chamber of their efforts to streamline Ghad, Sharaka voters, which led the group Commerce and Industry the elections process,” and Tawoon of business owners to file (BCCI)T yesterday accepted BCCI said in a statement an urgent case to ensure the nominations of 72 yesterday. are some only authoritative MOIC candidates for the 29th BCCI “A just and transparent records would be used,” he board election scheduled for election can be expected,” of the blocs said. Saturday. Jassim Abdul A’al contesting the “But following the The list was published as stressed. statement by the BCCI the submission period of Jassim Abdul A’al polls elections committee chair the details of the candidates Lawsuit dismissed Saad Jaber Aldoseri last Friday, assuring the to the election committee Meanwhile, in another use of MOIC database, the ended yesterday at development, a lawsuit Industry, Commerce who represents the plaintiffs, plaintiffs have decided 2:00 pm. filed against use of the and Tourism’s(MOIC) told DT News yesterday election committee has said not to appeal the case,” he Tojjar, Al Ghad, Sharaka BCCI election database was database for the that they will not appeal the that they will use MOIC said. and Tawoon are some of dismissed by a Bahraini Court election. judgement as BCCI election database is of great relief to us. “Many keen voters will the blocs contesting the on Wednesday. In a statement made earlier, committee has confirmed on The objective of this lawsuit continue to closely monitor polls, while a handful of The lawsuit alleged that Abdul’aal told DT News that Friday that they will be using was to oblige BCCI’s elections the progress of the elections, independent candidates are the BCCI database could be the lawsuit was based on the databases of both MOIC committee to rely only upon particularly in light of the also running. easily tampered with and rumours. and BCCI. MOIC’s official voter data, importance of the BCCI’s “The chairperson of manipulated. “Regardless of whatever as per the directives of HRH general assembly which is the the Election Committee, The lawsuit demanded Won’t appeal: lawyer the reason was the case the Prime Minister,” he highest authority at BCCI,” Jassim Abdul A’al, wishes to use the Ministry of Lawyer Saad Jaber Aldoseri, was dismissed, the fact that said. he added.

RITA ORA 08 MARCH BAHRAIN BAY 8:30 PM British actress and singer, Rito Ora, electrifies Bahrain Bay on her first visit to the Kingdom. Rita gained recognition in 2012 when she was featured on DJ Fresh’s single ‘Hot Right Now’ which was a UK no.1. That same year, she released her debut album Ora which debuted at #1 in the UK. Two songs from the album made it to the top of the UK single charts, R.I.P and How We Do.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW ONLINE AT WWW.SPRINGOFCULTURE.ORG 4 Monday, March 5, 2018 Bahrain gains GEO to put spotlight entry into IYF Mohammed Zafran/DTNN and communities. Additionally, [email protected] he is also keen on taking part ahrain yesterday became a in and encouraging the support on energy strategies member of the International of activities and events related YouthB Federation (IYF), a move to the SDGs’ however and DT News Network Association for scientists exploration and production. that is expected to enhance the whenever possible. Moreover, Manama More than and engineers of Geology, Ahmed Al Eidan, GEO Kingdom’s youth empowerment as a multi-talented young ahrain will host the 3,500 global Exploration scientists with 2018 conference chairman drive. professional, Abdulaziz has B13th Middle East the support of national oil and executive vice president Representing Kingdom at further endeavours as a Google conference and exhibition energy leaders companies and associations - Drilling management and the Federation will be 26-year- Certified Digital Marketer and of the geological sciences are expected to of independent geological and technology of Kuwait Oil old Abdulaziz Alsebaie, social media consultant who (GEO 2018) at the Bahrain Emirates Society for Earth Company, stated that GEO the Executive Board of IYF helps local businesses navigate International Exhibition participate in Science, Bahraini society of 2018 will be an exceptional announced in a statement. the rapidly changing market Center from 5-8 March 2018. the expo earth science and Geological platform that would provide “Our vision at the IYF is to trends,” the statement said. More than 3,500 global Society of Oman, National Oil all participants unlimited enable Bahrain’s youth to get their Commenting on the energy leaders and partners and Gas Authority (NOGA) benefits and will open new voices heard and giving talented recognition, Abdulaziz told DT and executives from 50 of “pushing the technical and a number of global and prospects for the current and motivated young people News: “We have not started countries are expected to border: drawing a picture regional oil companies. challenges in the oil industry. the opportunity to acquire the operations in Bahrain yet. But participate in the expo held of energy”. More than 100 Commenting on the Director of Sales and skills and knowledge to actively we will soon have independent under the patronage of HRH companies from 19 countries expo, Shaikh Mohammed Marketing at UBM – Arabian contribute to the development of initiatives.” Prince Khalifa Bin Salman Al are participating in the event bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, the Exhibition Fawzi Al-Shehabi their societies,” the organisation “We will also support Khalifa, the Prime Minister. which features over 420 Minister of Oil, said the said that the expo provides a stated. “Mr Abdulaziz is a young other initiatives whether it is The opening ceremony will speakers. exhibition, held over an unique opportunity for the leader passionate about youth government initiatives or private be held at the Ritz Carlton. The conference is area of 6,000 square meters, industry to meet and debate empowerment and innovation. or NGO initiatives that help The event will discuss organized by UBM – Arabian provides an opportunity the future with their peers Through his community the youth. We are a non-profit the important strategic and Exhibition and the American to experience the latest that will make the oil and engagements, he seeks to Organization and the social cause commercial opportunities Society of Petroleum technologies in geological gas programmes move to the empower the youth through is what is important to us,” added available; under the title Geology and the European and geophysical sciences highest levels. initiatives serving their country Abdulaziz. Top priority for improving public service, environment: Shaikh Ali Manama nhancing public services and environmental protectionE is central to improving citizens’ living standards, said Deputy Prime Minister, HH Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa yesterday. Speaking during a workshop held to develop policies and initiatives for the upcoming Government Action Plan (2019 - 2022), Shaikh Ali said, “Citizens remain at the heart of the Kingdom’s sustainable development efforts, which continue to drive excellence across various areas and sectors.” Ten key policies and initiatives focusing on Public workshops to identify key Mohammed bin Daina. The services and environmental objectives for the upcoming CEO added that 16 initiatives protection were introduced Government Action Plan. will be launched under these yesterday for inclusion in the Minister of Health, Faiqa policy areas. upcoming Government Action bint Saeed Al Saleh, outlined six The final workshop covering Plan (2019 - 2022) during the policies on improving public key objectives for the upcoming meeting held at the Isa Cultural services saying, “These policies Government Action Plan (2019 Centre. will drive the implementation - 2022) will be held later this “The workshop reflects the of 24 initiatives that aim to month under the leadership keenness of the Bahraini leaders increase competitiveness, of Deputy Prime Minister, to ensure a prosperous future Improve overall quality of HH Shaikh Mohammed bin for Bahrain’s citizens,” Shaikh public services including Mubarak Al Khalifa. Ali said adding that the meeting education, healthcare, housing The 2017 Government played an instrumental role in and the labour market, Forum was held in October identifying policies aimed at Enhance social services, welfare last year under the patronage of improving the quality of public and social empowerment.” HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman services and increasing efficiency Four polices aimed at Al Khalifa, the Prime Minister, across government. supporting the delivery of and through the initiative of The move also falls in line efficient environmental His Royal Highness the Crown with the directives of HRH regulations and strengthening Prince. The Forum outlined Prince Salman bin Hamad Al the long-term protection the government’s progress in Khalifa, the Crown Prince, of biodiversity and fishery implementing initiatives and Deputy Supreme Commander sustainability were suggested programmes within the current and First Deputy Prime by the CEO of the Supreme Government Action Plan (2015 Minister to lead a series of Council for Environment, Dr – 2018). Monday, March 5, 2018 5 A blockbuster in the making

Actors Rawan 20 leading stars from across GCC Mahdi and Sauood Bu Shihri come together for Bahrain-based in action TV Series

Supriya Reginald/DTNN for Dramatic Arts, Kuwait, in psychological taboos,” Khaled character. “She’s a victim of [email protected] 1978. Al Shaer told DT News. “It’s life just like any other human 10 Sins, with 30 eady to be telecast by “Bahrain is known for its new, it’s fresh, it’s different.’’ being, she’s struggling,’’ said Ramadan, Bahrain’s talented people in heritage, fine Producer Qahtan Al Rawan Mahdi who has been episodes and latestR television series with an art and theatre and now it’s Qahtani and Director Ali Al in the Kuwaiti film industry for featuring around impressive cast of 20 leading time for tv drama,” he said. Ali mutually agreed upon nearly 3 years revealed it is her 100 supporting stars from the country and The story outlines the the concept for the series in first time filming in Bahrain across the GCC, is being shot struggle of a wealthy girl who December 2017. and a varied cast. actors, is the at different locations in the is in love with her cousin “Ali Al Ali was waiting for a Her co-star Sauood Bu story of a wealthy kingdom. while married to a man of her project that was unique and I Shihri who plays her forbidden Called 10 Sins, the series father’s choice. The Director told him I was ready to finance lover-cousin said the theme is girl in love with is produced by Qahtan of 10 Sins, Ali Al Ali said this and support as long as I had his exciting. “I love the vision,’’ her cousin while Al Qahtani, who acted in is a theme he has not worked talent’’ said Qahtan Al Qahtani. he said. married to a man Bahrain’s first feature film, The within his decade-long career Once the script was done, Qahtan Al Qahtani said Barrier, and has since gone on as a director. “I’m using a new the production began. “Now profits from the series will be of her father’s to become a household name perspective in dealing with we have an army of staff used to fund a new project choice in Bahrain with lead roles on drama,” he said. working’’ he said. slated for September this year. Producer Qahtan Al Qahtani stage, TV and radio. Two weeks into filming “We want to roll our cameras “I want tv drama in Bahrain with the main stars and 100 on this island again,’’ Qahtan Al to be well established,” Qahtan plus supporting actors from Qahtani adding that he wanted ITHMAAR HOLDING B.S.C. (THE “COMPANY”) Al Qahtani told DT News on across the GCC, Production to encourage Bahraini talent INVITATION FOR THE ORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF THE COMPANY the sets of the series being shot Supervisor Khaled Al Shaer in television drama. “We want at Busaiteen yesterday. said the scope of the series goes to show people what we have Ithmaar Holding B.S.C. Board of Directors cordially invites the Company from any liability resulting from all actions taken The 30 episode series, written beyond Bahrain, “This is a in Bahrain and also promote shareholders of the Company (“Shareholders”) to attend the during the financial year ended 31 December 2017. Ordinary General Meeting of the Company (the “Meeting”). The 9. To approve the Board of Directors’ recommendation by prominent Bahraini writer GCC series, it represents the tourism,” said Qahtan Al Meeting will be held on Monday 26 March 2018 commencing at on re-appointment of the External Auditors, Hussain al Mahdi, illustrates talents of the GCC,” he added Qahtani who chooses to shoot 1:30 pm at Acacia Ballroom, 2nd floor, Ramee Grand Hotel, Seef PricewaterhouseCoopers for the year 2018, subject to the aftermath of divorce and The cast includes stars, in various locations such as District, Kingdom of Bahrain, to discuss items set forth in the CBB approval, and to authorize the Board of Directors to agenda below. If the quorum is not available for the Meeting, determine their remuneration. its effect on the children as mostly from Bahrain, and Durrat al Bahrain, Riffa Views, the second Meeting will be held on Wednesday 4 April 2018 they grow. Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the Reef Island and Amwaj Island. at the same time and venue. If the quorum is not available for 10. Any business matters arising in accordance with Article 207 “I want society to look at this United Arab Emirates. The The team is in the second Meeting, the third Meeting will be held on Thursday of the BCCL. 12 April 2018 at the same time and venue regardless of the and not only feel sorry by know Executive Director, Sound communication with TV number of the shareholders who will attend. how to handle it,” Qahtan Al Engineer and System Director channels across the GCC to NOTES: Qahtani remarked. are from Syria and the Director air the series. “Our main target THE AGENDA: 1. Each Shareholder, regardless of the number of the shares he owns, shall have the right to attend the Meeting, and Qahtan Al Qahtani, who was of Photography and Focus is Bahrain TV who has shown 1. To read and approve the minutes of the previous Ordinary shall have a number of votes equal to the number of the Head of the production for Puller is from Armenia. a lot of interest, support and General Meeting of the Company held on 30 March 2017. shares he owns in the Company. Any provision or decision Bahrain TV for 17 years during With over 14 years of cooperation,’’ said Qahtan Al 2. To discuss and approve the Directors’ Report on the to the contrary shall be null and void. Any Shareholder may the 80s and 90s, revealed this experience in television, radio Qahtani who went on to say Company’s business and financial position for the financial delegate a person from among the Shareholders or others to year ended 31 December 2017. attend the Meeting on his behalf, provided that this person series is his first ever private and TV shows, Khaled Al Shaer that “Bahrain will be put on the 3. To read the Sharia’a Supervisory Board’s Report on the shall not be the Chairman of the Board of Directors or from production. The renowned said this is the first time he has map of TV production.’’ Company’s business for the financial year ended 31 among the members of the Board of Directors or from among actor took to the stage in 1973 been exposed to such a diverse Iraqi actress, Rawan Mahdi December 2017. the members of the Company’s staff. However, this shall not at the age of 19 and went on cast and crew. who plays a wealthy married 4. To listen to the External Auditors’ Report on the Company’s prejudice the right to delegate a first-degree relative. Legal Consolidated Financial Statements for the financial year representatives of the members lacking capacity or under to graduate as an actor and “This series is different girl in love with her cousin said ended 31 December 2017. legal incapacity shall represent them in the Meeting (Article director of the Higher Institute because we are breaking she has become attached to the 5. To discuss and approve the Company’s Consolidated Financial 203 of the BCCL). Statements for the financial year ended 31 December 2017. 2. Shareholders are requested to present the proxy form to the 6. 6-1. To ratify and authorize the transactions that took place Company or Bahrain Clear B.S.C. (Closed), Bahrain Financial during the financial year ended 31 December 2017, with any Harbour, Harbour Gate, Level 4 | P.O. Box 3203, Manama, related parties or major shareholders, as mentioned in Note Bahrain, no later than 24 hours prior to the time of the No. (39) of the financial statements in line with Article 189 Meeting. Proxy forms may be obtained from the offices of of the Bahrain Commercial Companies Law. Bahrain Clear. 6-2. To review the expenses paid or will be paid to some of 3. Copies of the Board of Directors report and financial the Directors during the period from 2013 to 2017 against statements of the year ended on 31 December 2017 and advisory services, in line with Article 188 of the Bahrain the explanatory memorandum may be obtained from Commercial Companies Law (details in the explanatory the Company’s website, Bahrain Bourse website, Boursa memorandum). Kuwait website, Dubai Financial Market website and from the Company’s head office, Al Seef Tower, Al Seef District, 7. To discuss and approve the report on the Company’s Corporate Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain or from the share registrar. Governance for the financial year ended 31 December 2017 and the Company’s compliance with the requirements of the HRH Prince Amr Mohammed Al Faisal Central Bank of Bahrain (“CBB”). Chairman of the Board of Directors 8. To absolve the members of the Board of Directors of the 4 March 2018

Ithmaar Holding B.S.C. C.R.: 15210-20, P.O. Box 2820, Seef District, Kingdom of Bahrain. Tel: (+973) 17584000, Fax: (+973) 17584017, Website: www.ithmaarholding.com Director Ali Al Ali Licensed as an Investment Firm Category 1 by the Central Bank of Bahrain 6 Monday, March 5, 2018

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Nanette Braun, UNICs: Secretary-General Bahrain joins Women’s Day 2018: Progress for women is progress for all e are at a pivotal moment for women’s rights. The historical and structural inequalities that have allowed oppression and Manama#CleanSeasimportant region and we of the Supreme Council launched #CleanSeas discriminationW to flourish are being exposed like never before. From Latin ahrain is taking a bold hope more nations will made the announcement, in February 2017, with America to Europe to Asia, on social media, on film sets, on the factory stand against marine follow.” joined by Erik Solheim, the aim of engaging floor and in the streets, women are calling for lasting change and zero Blitter and for the health of The announcement Executive Director of UN governments, the general tolerance for sexual assault, harassment, and discrimination of all kinds. oceans by joining some 40 took place at the premises Environment, and Sami public, civil society and the Achieving gender equality and empowering women and girls is the other nations in becoming of the Supreme Council Dimassi, the Director and private sector in the fight unfinished business of our time, and the greatest human rights challenge a member of the CleanSeas for the Environment. Dr. Regional Representative of against marine plastic litter. in our world. Campaign, pledging to Mohamed Bin Daina, UN Environment. Bahrain is the 41st country The activism and advocacy of generations of women has borne fruit. keep oceans healthy and Chief Executive Officer UN Environment to join the global effort. There are more girls in school than ever before; more women are doing litter-free. paid work and in senior roles in the private sector, academia, politics and In support of the in international organizations, including the United Nations. Gender Clean Seas Campaign, equality is enshrined in countless laws, and harmful practices like female the Kingdom will be genital mutilation and child marriage have been outlawed in many implementing a range countries. of initiatives to increase But serious obstacles remain if we are to address the historic power awareness on marine litter imbalances that underpin discrimination and exploitation. and its impacts through More than a billion women around the world lack legal protection national campaigns on against domestic sexual violence. The global gender pay gap is 23 reducing plastics use; per cent, rising to 40 per cent in rural areas, and the unpaid work engaging with partners to done by many women goes unrecognized. Women’s representation in undertake focused Clean national parliaments stands, on average, at less than one quarter, and in Seas activities including boardrooms it is even lower. Without concerted action, millions more beach clean-up days and girls will be subjected to genital mutilation over the next decade. other events; organise Where laws exist, they are often ignored, and women who pursue legal events to advocate for redress are doubted, denigrated and dismissed. We now know that sexual reducing the use of single harassment and abuse have been thriving in workplaces, public spaces use plastics and plastics and private homes, in countries that pride themselves on their record of packaging and promote gender equality. the recycling of plastics The United Nations should set an example for the world. and other materials, and I recognize that this has not always been the case. Since the start of my continue the national focus tenure last year, I have set change in motion at UN headquarters, in our on protection of national peacekeeping missions and in all our offices worldwide. marine reserves and natural We have now reached gender parity for the first time in my senior resources. management team, and I am determined to achieve this throughout the “It’s exciting to have organization. I am totally committed to zero tolerance of sexual harassment Bahrain join us in the and have set out plans to improve reporting and accountability. We are fight against marine working closely with countries around the world to prevent and address litter,” Erik Solheim, head sexual exploitation and abuse by staff in peacekeeping missions, and to of UN Environment said. support victims. “By joining the CleanSeas We at the United Nations stand with women around the world as campaign, they are showing they fight to overcome the injustices they face – whether they are rural great support from a vitally women dealing with wage discrimination, urban women organizing for change, women refugees at risk of exploitation and abuse, or women who experience intersecting forms of discrimination: widows, indigenous women, women with disabilities and women who do not conform to gender norms. CrediMax unveils Women’s empowerment is at the heart of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Progress on the Sustainable Development Yousif Ali Goals means progress for all women, everywhere. The Spotlight initiative Mirza launched jointly with the European Union will focus resources on new look website eliminating violence against women and girls, a prerequisite for equality and empowerment. Let me be clear: this is not a favour to women. Gender equality is Manama a human rights issue, but it is also in all our interests: men and boys, rediMax has launched a new redesigned version women and girls. Gender inequality and discrimination against women of its website (www.credimax.com.bh) which went harms us all. liveC on 27 February 2018. There is ample evidence that investing in women is the most effective Commenting on the launch, Chief Executive of way to lift communities, companies, and even countries. Women’s CrediMax, Yousif Ali Mirza said, “With its refreshed participation makes peace agreements stronger, societies more resilient and simplified look, we are confident that it will provide and economies more vigorous. Where women face discrimination, we our customers and visitors an informative experience often find practices and beliefs that are detrimental to all. Paternity leave, and user friendly navigation and rich content.” laws against domestic violence and equal pay legislation benefit everyone. The website, Mirza said, is divided into two main At this crucial moment for women’s rights, it is time for men to stand sections, the Issuing side (Cards) and the Acquiring with women, listen to them and learn from them. Transparency and side (Merchants), and is geared to provide greater accountability are essential if women are to reach their full potential and accessibility of information such as Card Features & lift all of us, in our communities, societies and economies. Benefits, CrediMax’s Main Campaign and Seasonal I am proud to be part of this movement, and I hope it continues to Campaigns, Latest Offers, Company News, Corporate resonate within the United Nations and around the world. Events and all of our e-Services and Social Media channels. (The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of this newspaper.) Monday, March 5, 2018 7 Food Fest An Oasis of Peace gnorance is the enemy of peace”. “I These are the words of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, in an opinion piece he had a big hit written in “The Washington Times” dated 10 October 2017. He said this during the launching of Bahrain’s declaration which shows the country’s commitment to Attracts 80,000 visitors religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence. And now, as we become aware, that The King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Co-existence will be officially launched on March 14 at the Isa Cultural Manama Centre (ICC), I am reminded of those words again. ahrain Food Festival has attracted The words effectively reflect not only His Majesty’s more than 80,000 visitors since vision for a peaceful and prosperous land that is free of Bit opened to the public on February strife, but also for a global initiative that aims to dispel 22nd, Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition ‘ignorance’. Authority (BTEA) announced The fact that this centre will house a museum - yesterday. where visitors can find examples of different houses The festival, now in its third edition, of worship, witness their rituals, and learn their will run until 10th March 2018, serves history and philosophy - tells me that Bahrain is really as a platform for participating Bahraini moving ahead, in the areas of international peace and businesses to showcase their concepts. understanding. More than 70 outlets are participating This centre will become an extremely rare and in this years’ festival including local unique centre in the Middle East and North African businesses, restaurants, cafes, nutrition, region as it hosts international dialogues, seminars, culinary equipment and much more. conferences, workshops, educational programmes and In addition, the Festival offers visitors research programmes. varied cuisines including Middle After living in this country for nearly four decades , Eastern, Western, Asian, Indian, it is with immense pride that I write these words. My Organic, and Healthy. personal experience has taught me that the beauty of “We are delighted to see so many Bahrain, when it comes to religious tolerance, is simply promising local ventures in the food beyond description. sector. The festival provides an ideal Bahrain is, in a way, an Oasis of peace constantly platform for local talents to showcase striving to not only attract people of diverse nationalities their concepts. BTEA will continue to its refreshing doorstep, but also to provide them to provide the necessary support for with an environment of tolerance and understanding, the development of such projects in that is rare to find in many other countries in the Bahrain, further strengthening the neighbourhood. Kingdom’s position among other And I have many times highlighted, in this column, countries in the region,” said the Chief the uniqueness of Bahrain, in this region. It is mainly Executive Officer of BTEA, Shaikh here that you will see, alongside mosques, many Khaled bin Humood Al Khalifa. churches, temples, gurudwaras and even a synagogue. The Bahrain Food Festival also offers Bahrain’s unique initiative should really serve as a its visitors of all ages the opportunity to model for many others around. And I hope and wish enjoy family entertainment including that this centre will successfully promote inter-faith live cooking shows, musical shows and understanding and tolerance. other fun activities. Never in our modern times have we seen the need Hosting this event comes as part of for this more. And never in this region has an action BTEA’s long-term strategy to further been taken to start a centre such as this. develop the Kingdom’s tourism sector There were inter-faith dialogues in Bahrain earlier. on a regional and international level And the regional office of the International Peace under the slogan ‘Ours.Yours.’, which Institute for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) contributes towards the Kingdom’s has also started in Manama. But the establishment of a economy and the Economic Vision centre, such as this, is unique. 2030. Offering best wishes to the centre, I conclude not with my words but with His Majesty’s words, from his opinion piece in ‘The Washington Times’: “We believe that “ignorance is the enemy of peace,” and that true faith illuminates our path to peace. For this reason, we decided to compose the Kingdom of Bahrain Declaration, calling for religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence throughout the entire world”. “As Bahrainis, we drew from our national heritage as a beacon of religious tolerance in the Arab world during a time when religion has been too frequently used throughout the world as a divine sanction to spread hate and dissension”.

(The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of this newspaper.) 8 BUSINESS Monday, March 5, 2018

Around 150 guests from the business community attended a dinner hosted by Ali Hassan Mahmood of Sharaka bloc contesting the upcoming Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry elections. The candidates interacted with the guests on issues related to business in Bahrain and shared the agenda of Sharaka bloc. BIA enhances capacity with state-of-the-art Data Centre CDC initiative launched in 2016 was completed in 17 weeks

Officials during a photo session during the launch Manama inherently scalable facility supplied and implemented the launch, Al Binfalah said: of our local economy. This solution built to the highest ahrain Airport Company to host critical airport by Gulf Business Machines “The Airport Modernisation makes the Containerised standards and recognised (BAC), the operator and information systems that (GBM), was inaugurated by Programme is much more Data Centre an essential worldwide. Bmanaging body of Bahrain can be placed in any location Mohamed Yousif Al Binfalah, than just an expansion of the component of the ICT This is crucial as the International Airport (BIA), where data capacity is needed. Chief Executive Officer of airport passenger capacity. It infrastructure and disaster CDC hosts critical airport inaugurated a next-generation The move forms part of BAC at an event held under is a complete modernisation recovery plans.” operations systems and we Containerised Data Centre the Airport Modernisation the patronage of Minister of its operations, facilities and Abdulla Ishaq, Bahrain are confident that this site (CDC). Programme (AMP) currently of Transportation and critical infrastructure, aimed General Manager, GBM will be a showcase to both Containerised Data Centre underway at BIA. Telecommunications, Kamal at increasing the airport’s said: “The completed project regional and international or CDC is a portable and The CDC, designed, Ahmed. Commenting on contributions to the growth delivers a state-of-the-art communities.” Monday, March 5, 2018 BUSINESS 9

Geely not planning more automotive deals I know he’s had conversations with a Man shoots, kills self near White House number of the world leaders. The decision Washington Frankfurt obviously is his, but as of the moment man fatally shot himself in the head along the north fence i Shufu, owner of China’s Geely, has no plans to buy further of the White House on Saturday, the U.S. Secret Service stakes in carmakers after building up a holding of almost as far as I know he’s talking about a Asaid in a statement. The Secret 10L percent in Daimler, he told a fairly broad brush. I have Service said the man approached German newspaper. “Currently we not heard him describe the White House fence along have no plans for further purchases. particular exemptions Pennsylvania Avenue shortly We will concentrate for now on the just yet,” before noon EST, pulled out a development of existing holdings. handgun and fired several shots. There are many ideas, and there -Wilbur Ross, None of the shots appeared to is much to do,” Bild am Sonntag have been directed at the White quoted Li as saying in an interview. US Commerce Secretary on Trump’s tariff hikes on House. steel and aluminium

Mariam Khalifa Al Saad has been announced as MODA Mall’s GFH latest Shop & Win grand prize winner of a luxury freehold marina apartment. The winner was selected through a raffle draw, conducted under the supervision of Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism officials. backs “When I received the call from Sea-view MODA Mall, my instant reaction was, have I won the apartment? I was thrilled beyond words FinTech apartment when the news was confirmed The 97 square-meter apartment with a 15 and so is my family. This is square-meter balcony is surrounded by various recreational amenities including a fully- the first time I have ever won Hisham Al Rayes - CEO GFH Group aaaa equipped gym with marina view, a sea-view anything and a seaside apart- Bay infinity pool, private beach access, dedicated ment is a double delight since parking facility, gated community with 24-hour security and a private Marina Yacht Club featur- I absolutely love the sea. I am Joins Bahrain Fintech Bay as a founding partner ing retail outlets, cafes and restaurants. planning to use the apartment Manama development in the Middle experience and track as a weekend getaway to spend FH Financial Group East along-side other top-tier record.” (GFH) has announced regional and global financial He added: “We aim to quality time with my family Gits backing to Bahrain institutions and technology provide new entrants and and make use of the wonderful FinTech Bay (BFB) by industry leaders. innovative business models More on way establishing the Group as its Similarly, the partnership at BFB with access to our The MODA Mall Shop & Win campaign com- facilities that are a part of the Founding Partner. supports the Kingdom’s sophisticated network of menced in November last year and concluded Durrat Marina community.” The partnership reflects efforts to drive BFB to be the corporate partners and in February. The luxury apartment was offered GFH’s strategy to strengthen leading regional FinTech hub associates, advising them on in collaboration with Durrat Marina, a leading -Winner, Mariam Khalifa Al the integration of FinTech building on the outstanding how best to reach regional real estate development project. This year, Saad, in the region and to support foundations and clear and international capital and MODA Mall will be launching more campaigns. A staff at the Military Pension Fund the development of advanced competitive advantages that markets.” technologies to benefit its Bahrain has to offer. Khalid Saad, CEO of customers and investors Commenting, Hisham Bahrain FinTech Bay, added, through the delivery of more Alrayes, CEO of GFH said, “We look forward to working efficient financial solutions. “GFH will take an active role with them closely alongside GFH said will work in fostering the growth of our other partners to further closely with BFB to improve BFB by putting at the hub’s develop Bahrain’s FinTech the acceleration of FinTech disposal our vast corporate and innovation ecosystem.” Porsche could build flying taxis, says sales chief Frankfurt German magazine. Platen as saying. olkswagen’s sports car “That would really make The magazine said that under maker Porsche could sense. If I drive from (the Porsche’s plans, passengers developV a flying passenger Porsche plant in) Zuffenhausen would be able to have some vehicle to compete with to Stuttgart airport, I need control over the flying vehicle Grand prize Mariam Khalifa Al Saad receiving her prize from Bahrain World Trade rivals in a possible market at least half an hour, if I’m themselves but would not need Center and MODA Mall’s managing agent, Cushman & Wakefield Bahrain, Kelvin for urban air taxis and ride- lucky. Flying would take only a pilot license because many of Crutchlow, Director & General Manager and Durrat Marina CEO, Waleed Saffy. sharing services, Porsche sales three and a half minutes,” the car’s functions would be chief Detlev von Platen told a Automobilwoche quoted von automated. (Reuters) 10 BUSINESS Monday, March 5, 2018 Markets mixed, Saudi stocks

slip on Closing Bell SAUDI fell 0.57pc to 7,368.85 points. COUNTRY/CURRENCIES BUY SELL AUSTRALIA 0.3005 0.2981 DUBAI rose 0.1pc to 3,212.03 points. BANGLADESH 0.00472 0.00453 CANADA 0.2995 0.2963 banks ABU DHABI edged up 0.2pc to 4,604.46 points. DENMARK 0.0655 Dubai EGYPT 0.0237 0.0219 Co rose 1.27pc and Gulf QATAR was closed for a bank holiday EURO 0.4723 0.4698 ulf stock markets were Pharmaceutical Industries HONGKONG 0.04967 0.04927 Gmixed at Sunday’s close, climbed 8.6pc. EGYPT rose 0.49pc to 15,519 points. INDIA 0.00596 0.00584 with Abu Dhabi and Dubai The Dubai index was up INDONESIA 0.00003016 0.00002807 ending the day in a narrow 0.1pc. KUWAIT fell 0.59pc to 6,767.54 points. IRAN TUMAN 0.00010959 range, while the Saudi stock In Dubai, Aramex was down IRAQI DINAR 0.000317 market, the biggest in the 2.15pc after its board met on BAHRAIN rose 0.49pc to 1,380.2 points. JAPAN 0.00373 0.003660 region, dropped 0.57 per cent, Thursday and proposed a full JORDAN 0.5359 0.5351 amid weakness in energy and year cash dividend of 156.3pc OMAN dropped 0.17pc to 5,003.10 points. KOREA 0.00039917 financial stocks. of paid up capital KUWAIT 1.266 1.263 The Gulf market took Saudi Arabia’s index fell & Investment Corp dropping Kuwait’s stock index was MALAYSIA 0.0989 0.0989 little respite from a rise in 0.57pc, hurt by a 2.03pc drop 0.57pc and Alinma Bank falling down 0.59pc, weighed by Gulf NEW ZEALAND 0.2778 0.2779 oil prices and a rebound for in Saudi Arabian Mining 1.8pc. Saudi banks are reeling Bank , which was down 2.7pc NORWAY 0.0506 Wall Street stocks on Friday Company, the majority owner from news that the government Qatar’s market was closed NEPAL 0.00395 0.00362 OMAN 0.98168 0.98301 and following U.S. President of the world’s largest fully has demanded additional Zakat for a bank holiday. PAKISTAN 0.00354 0.00342 Donald Trump announced integrated aluminium facility, payments from them going Oman’s benchmark was PHILIPPINES 0.00749 0.00728 plans to impose tariffs on steel after Trump announced plans back as far as 2002. down 0.17pc, while Bahrain’s QATAR 0.10381 0.10404 and aluminium imports. to impose a 10-percent tariff NCB Capital, in a report on market index was up 0.49pc. SAUDI ARABIA 0.1006 0.10066 The Abu Dhabi index was on aluminium imports. technicals, said the index had Egypt’s index recovered SINGAPORE 0.2901 0.2881 up 0.2pc, with healthcare and He will make a final a bearish undertone based on from early weakness to close SOUTH AFRICA 0.03320 0.03310 utilities sectors providing it decision by April 11. its daily chart, but could find 0.49pc higher, fuelled by SRI LANKA 0.00277 0.00244 underlying support. Banking stocks were also support at 7,250 and 7,150 energy and financial stocks. SWEDISH 0.0488 Abu Dhabi National Energy weak, with Al Rajhi Banking points. (Reuters) SWITZERLAND 0.4108 0.4077 SYRIA 0.001740 0.0017 TAIWAN 0.013600 THAILAND 0.012200 0.012180 TURKEY 0.1044 UNITED KINGDOM 0.5297 0.5268 KFH-Bahrain names First UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 0.102850 0.102870 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 0.37790 0.37800 YUAN 0.056800 0.056800 Rates are for indication purpose only. For firm rates or for currencies not listed above please ‘Libshara’ winners of 2018 call Bahrain Financing Company. Telephone: 17228888, Website: www.bfc.com.bh Manama prize of USD5,000 each. An each and ten winners from the the many exciting prizes. An uwait Finance House – additional 80 winners also ‘special’ accounts categories, investment period of 90 days is Bahrain (KFH-Bahrain) received various other cash namely ‘Our Ladies’, ‘Our equal to one chance at entering Kannounced the first batch of prizes. 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For GCC who are 18 years and OMAN 0.3849 0.3641 0.4069 0.3613 Jaber Al Marri and Ebrahim prizes worth USD140,000; every BD50 or its equivalent above or by a legal guardian QATAR 3.6420 3.4450 3.8503 3.4188 Juma Al Noaimi who each won this includes a grand prize in USD saved for a period of on behalf of a minor. It is also UAE 3.6730 3.4743 3.8831 3.4479 a cash prize of USD10,000; of USD50,000; two prizes of 30 days prior to the end of the available to establishments and while Abdulla Mohamed Al USD10,000; and two prizes of month, clients are entitled to corporations. The account can SAUDI 3.7500 3.5471 3.9645 3.5201 Musalam and Iftikhar Ahmed USD5,000. Furthermore, 40 enter the raffle and can increase be opened in Bahraini dinars Khaksar both won a cash winners will receive USD1,000 their chances of winning one of or US dollars. The information you get from social media [email protected] is not a substitute for academic discipline at all. -Bill Nye

Monday, March 5, 2018 11 ISB holds reception CPISP begins to former chairman accepting 2019 applications The reception held at ISB

Manama of ISB Secretary Saji Antony, as chairman in 1991 after the he Indian School Bahrain Vice Chairman Jayafar administration of the school was (ISB) held a reception to Maidani, EC members Binu handed back to the parent body TDr KN Seetharaman who was Mannil Varughese, Rajesh MN, by the Indian embassy. During the chairman of the ISB during Mohammad Khursheed Alam, his term, the first Indian school 1991-1993. Principal VR Palani Swamy, fair was conducted in 1992 with ISB Chairman Prince S Staff Representative Johnson K the objective to offer financial aid Natarajan welcomed Dr Devassy and vice principals. Dr to the economically backward Seetharaman in the presence KN Seetharaman was elected students. Morning Star Nursery opens Manama www.cpisp.bh and submit and workshops organized he Crown Prince’s it online with the following by the Programme over the International Scholarship required attachments: summer and beginning of the ProgrammeT (CPISP) said official school transcripts in next academic year. it has begun accepting English for Grade 10 and first They will include about 40 applications for its 2019 semester of Grade 11, copies students from governmental scholarships from qualifying of passport and CPR/smart schools, and 20 students from students who have Bahraini card, and a recent passport private schools. citizenship, are enrolled in picture. The final ten scholarship the 11th grade or equivalent Dr. Gessling explained recipients will then be and set to graduate from that after receiving the announced in March next secondary school in 2019, and applications, the Programme year, based on their Grade have a Grade Point average will arrange for students who Point Average, and scores of 97 per cent or above for meet the application criteria of their IELTS and SATs in Grade 10 (two semesters) and to take a set of qualifying math, writing, and critical Grade 11 (first semester). tests to assess their English reading, as well as their scores CPISP Director Dr. proficiency and critical in select courses completed Cynthia Gessling affirmed the reasoning abilities. during their candidacy submission period for 2019 A minimum of 60 student training. scholarships is from 4 – 22 candidates will then be The recipients will include The Morning Star Montessori Nursery celebrated its Grand Opening on Wednesday, 28 March 2018. selected based on their 5 young men and 5 young February. Officials from the Ministry of Labour and Social Development, the governorate, and Qualifying applicants must GPAs and results of the women from both private parents from both The Morning Star and its sister school, The Children’s House Kindergarten, fill out the application form qualifying tests, to take part and governmental secondary attended the event. The Morning Star Nursery in Janabiya provides authentic Montessori edu- available on the CPISP website in candidacy training courses schools cation to children ages 1 to 3 years.

NGS celebrates Book Day New Generation School celebrated Book Day by holding a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party for parents yesterday. Each class performed a song with dance move- ments and certificates were awarded for the competitions the school organised throughout last week. The parents were invited into school to attend Book Week celebrations and to buy a book for their children at the Book Fair. 12 Monday, March 5, 2018 Monday, March 5, 2018 13

Prime Minister HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa received the Speaker of the Saudi Shura Council Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al- His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received Kuwait’s Deputy Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs Shaikh Mohammed Al Shura Council Chairman Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh received his Saudi counterpart Shaikh Dr. Abdullah bin Sheikh and his accompanying delegation at the Gudaibiya Palace. The Prime Abdullah Al Mubarak Al Sabah who handed a letter from the Amir of Kuwait Shaikh Sabah Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah on the Deputy Prime Minister Jawad Salem Al Arrayed received US Ambassador Justin Siberell Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Shaikh and his accompanying delegation. The Chairman lauded strong Minister stressed that Saudi Arabia is the first destination for Arab and Mus- longstanding bilateral relations, latest regional and global developments and topics of joint interests. HM the King welcomed and praised the ambassador’s keenness on promoting ties between the two friendly coun- and deep-rooted historical relations between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Al Saleh hailed the visit stress- lims, adding that it has preserved many Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Arab the Kuwaiti official and asked him to convey his greetings to the Kuwaiti Amir and to the people of Kuwait wishes of further tries. The Deputy Premier assured him of cooperation by all entities in the Kingdom ing that Saudi Arabia represents a strategic economic, political, security and military depth for Bahrain progress and wellbeing. and Islamic countries from the evil intended against them.

Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani received member of the Representatives Council Mohammed Hassan Al Jowder. They discussed economic and development issues as well as cooperation between the leg- islative and executive branches. The Minister voiced the ministry’s constant readiness to provide all needed support to the The Minister of Industry, Commerce & Tourism Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani received a group of students from Northeastern University, accompanied by Associate Vice President of International Advancement Robert Dietrich, Director of International programmes, Professor Entrepreneur- parliamentary council and all competent parties, pointing out the importance of joint coordination between all relevant ship and Innovation Greg Collier and Director of Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Bader A. Aziz Kanoo. The minister acquainted the students about the economic and tourism status in the Kingdom. He also briefed them about small and medium enterprises, which constitute more than 90 per authorities to achieve the government’s visions and strategies and serve the public interest. cent of the national economy.

Bahrain marked the Gulf Creativity and Health Minister Faeqa Talent Day with the Education Ministry bint Saeed Al Saleh opening in its hall in Isa Town the first received External Rela- Talent Forum under the theme “The tions Official at Royal Gifted The Future of Bahrain”. A number College of Physicians of experts and specialised academics will in Ireland - Bahrain present various work papers on caring John G Magner and for talented students. Students, includ- his accompanying ing those with special needs, will also delegation. They dis- shed light on their stories of success. A cussed cooperation gallery for talented students at drawing, and a proposed mem- fine arts and music from public and pri- orandum of coopera- vate schools will also be organised on the tion for medical staff sidelines of the event. Education Minister training in various spe- Information Minister Ali bin Mohammed Al Rumaihi received Swiss hon- Dr. Majid bin Ali Al Nuaimi attended the cializations in Salmani- orary Consul-General Humbert Vincent Buemi. They discussed ways of opening ceremony and honoured speak- ya Medical Complex boosting bilateral cooperation mainly in the media and telecommunica- ers at the forum, participants and the or- (SMC) according to the tion field to serve common interests of both countries and peoples. They ganising parties of the celebration. ministry’s plan. also reviewed regional and international issues of common concern.

A group of students and faculty members from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Medical University of Bahrain (RCSI Bahrain) visited the National Charter Monu- ment in Sakhir last week, to mark the occasion of the 17th anniver- sary of Bahrain’s National Charter. More than 50 students from the School of Nursing and Midwifery were joined by academic staff The organizing committee of the 2018 Bahrain Sports, which took members, Dr Sireen Al-Aradi, Fatima place last month, was honored at a reception ceremony at the Bahrain Olympic Committee premises in Seef. Supreme Council The Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), organisers of the School Mini Olympics, had a technical meeting Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) recently received a delegation of teachers from the Ministry of Edu- Aldaylami, Rabab Al Mouqahwi and with schools taking part in the fifth edition of the event that will run from March 8 to 22. The meeting at the Dr Susan Amin on the trip, which for Youth and Sports general secretary and BOC vice-president cation (MoE) at the bank’s headquarters. The meeting showcased banking operations and the Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa presented awards to mem- National Stadium’s conference hall in Riffa was started with technical committee head Lounes Madene, who latest developments in Islamic Banking. BisB commended the continuous efforts of the Minis- was organised with the aim of urged the schools to pay attention to the age of their athletes who will compete in their respective events, teaching students about the char- bers of the organizing committee, headed by Abdulrahman Askar, try of Education, and its pursuit in qualifying future generations with the required experience the BOC general secretary. and not to submit any players who are registered in any national club. and quality of education. ter and its significance to Bahrain. 12 Monday, March 5, 2018 Monday, March 5, 2018 13

Oscar nominations Miley Ray Cyrus @MileyCyrus Pink isn’t just a color. It’s an attitude.

BEST ACTOR Timothée Chalamet, Call Me by Your Name Los Angeles Daniel Day-Lewis, Phantom Thread ctor Keanu Reeves may be seen as a vigilante in superhero Daniel Kaluuya, Get Out movie “Past Midnight”. Gary Oldman, Darkest Hour AAccording to deadline.com, the actor is being eyed to lead Denzel Washington, Roman J. Israel, Esq. “Past Midnight”. Following its success with a slew of small- BEST ACTRESS screen superheroes series such as “The Punisher”, “Daredevil” Sally Hawkins, The Shape of Water and “Marvel’s Jessica Jones”, Netflix won a bidding war for Frances McDormand, Three Billboards “Past Midnight”. The film is to be written by T. J. Fixman, directed by Rick Famuyiwa and produced by Outside Ebbing, Missouri Anthony Russo and Joe Russo. (IANS) Margot Robbie, I, Tonya Saoirse Ronan, Lady Bird Meryl Streep, The Post BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR Willem Dafoe, The Florida Project Woody Harrelson, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Richard Jenkins, The Shape of Water Christopher Plummer, All the Money Eva Mendes in the World Sam Rockwell, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri March 5, 1974 BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Mary J. Blige, Mudbound Cuban-American movie actress who gained Allison Janney, I, Tonya mainstream recognition for Training Day, and Lesley Manville, Phantom Thread ctor John Krasinski has starred in 2 Fast 2 Furious and Girl in Progress. Laurie Metcalf, Lady Bird revealed that during his travels Octavia Spencer, The Shape of Water A as a teenager he found himself caught in a BEST DIRECTOR riptide whilst swimming in the sea, and Dunkirk, Christopher Nolan although the current was dangerous, he Get Out, Jordan Peele risked drowning in order to save a Lady Bird, Greta Gerwig woman who had also been swept up Phantom Thread, Paul Thomas Anderson by the waves. The Shape of Water, Guillermo del Toro He recalled: “One of the places I went was this amazing beach BEST FILM called Manuel Antonio that I Call Me by Your Name, Darkest Hour, didn’t realise had an insane Dunkirk, Get Out, Lady Bird, riptide. While I was swimming Phantom Thread, The Post, there - this is a story I’ve The Shape of Water, Three Billboards never told anybody - Outside Ebbing, Missouri this Costa Rican girl Picture credits: A24, Focus Features, and an American guy Fox Searchlight Pictures, Twentieth Century Fox were swimming right © GRAPHIC NEWS next to me, and we were knee-deep. Los Angeles (femalefirst.co.uk) ctress Margot Robbie says she once prank-called Prince Harry after getting his number from friend Aand model Cara Delevingne, who she blames for inciting her. It happened when the pair found themselves with spare time while co-starring in a movie and the model was bored. Robbie told thesun.co.uk: “Cara knows Harry and while we were filming ‘Suicide Squad’ she was like, ‘Let’s prank-call him’. I said, ‘We can’t prank-call ¬royalty’, but anyway we did - and he was so cool with it.” The actress, 27, did not elaborate on the details, but confirmed Meghan Markle’s fiance can take a joke. She said: “Prince Harry is so nice. England literally has the coolest royalty in the world.” (IANS) Monday, March 5, 2018 15

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Los Angeles trapped underground, after ctress Daisy Ridley says she is terrified of watching an episode of “CSI” being buried alive. called ‘Grave Digger’, reports AIn an interview to Empire magazine, femalefirst.co.uk. the “Peter Rabbit” actress says she had Asked about her biggest fear, “nightmares” for months about she said: “Being buried alive. I being watched a special episode of ‘CSI’ that Quentin Tarantino did and honestly, I had nightmares for months. Heinous, heinous. My absolute worst thing.” Earlier, when she wasn’t working, the 25-year-old actress used to enjoy cooking. But after cutting animal products out of her diet in recent months, she says her dishes aren’t as impressive as they used to be. (IANS)

Los Angeles rad Pitt stepped out for a dinner date with famous friends, including fellow actors Sean Penn and BradleyB Cooper. Pitt was sharply dressed in forest green trousers, a navy coat and scarf with a black newsboy cap for the outing in California on Friday night, reports etonline.com. In his coat pocket was a copy of Penn’s new book, “Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff”. Penn was casual wearing beige pants, a grey T-shirt over another shirt, a blue jacket and (harpersbazaar.com) holding onto a backpack. Cooper was also spotted leaving the restaurant with his American model Bella Hadid in burnt orange patent leather belted jacket girlfriend, Irina Shayk. She too was holding cinched at the waist, layered over a blue collared shirt tucked into high- a copy of Penn’s latest book. (IANS) waisted boot-cut frayed jeans, finished with pointed-toe rose coloured boots, gold hoop earrings and orange sunglasses 16 Monday, March 5, 2018 SHONEEZ MOTORS Classifieds

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You should be feeling especially creative at this (May 22nd - Jun 21st) time. Social events could put you in touch with some exciting new people. Contact with those in interesting professions could open up new personal and intellectual avenues to explore today. New friends could come your way, and your romantic situation should intensify.

(June 22nd - July 23rd) One or more exciting new people could come into your life today, perhaps through friends or group activities of some kind. They might actually visit you in your home. Expect to be inspired and motivated by your contact with these people and others, and to have a lot of new possibilities for your future running Across Down through your head. 1- Thanksgiving tuber; 4- Property claims; 9- Golfer Calvin; 14- 1- Age unit; 2- Caesar’s wings; 3- Artist Chagall; 4- Clerisy; 5- Sharon’s (July 24th - Aug 23rd) Today is likely to prove very busy, and full of Guido’s high note; 15- Playground retort; 16- Apply, as pressure; land; 6- Les ___-Unis; 7- ___ lay me...; 8- Go it alone; 9- Like heaven’s interesting, unusual developments. 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Monday, March 5, 2018 19 US President Donald Trump a #PollToday Social Democrats sign up to Trump new Merkel-led government As Germany parties strike coalition deal, do you think Merkel will continue as Chancellor to complete another term? jokes Yes No Cant Say at “He’s (Chinese President Xi Social Democrats vote on coalition contract Jinping) now president for Berlin than five months since an life, president for life. And he’s ermany’s Social inconclusive election, with great. And look, he was able to GDemocrats (SPD) the European Union looking dinner do that. I think it’s great. Maybe voted decisively for for leadership on economic we’ll have to give that a shot another coalition with and security issues and someday,” Chancellor Angela Merkel’s France seeking a partner Donald Trump conservatives yesterday, for President Emmanuel US President clearing the way for a new Macron’s ambitious EU government in Europe’s reform plans. largest economy after months Macron hailed the of political uncertainty. development as “good news US President skewers aides and hints N. Korea talks Two thirds of the for Europe”. Italy votes in membership voted “yes” to A statement from his office uncertain election the deal — a wider margin added: “France and Germany Washington than many had expected will work together on new n the midst of a joke-filled Trump also poked fun at: — meaning Merkel could initiatives in the coming monologue at a dinner be sworn in for a fourth weeks to bring the European withI journalists, President • Vice-President Mike Pence: “I really am proud to call him term as early as the middle project forward.” Donald Trump traded playful the apprentice. But lately he’s showing a particularly keen of the month in a repeat Acting SPD leader Olaf digs with the Washington interest in the news these days. He is asking ‘has he been of the grand coalition Scholz announced the result press corps late Saturday impeached yet?’ I don’t like that.” that has governed since to applause from activists at an annual gathering of • White House departures: “Now the question everyone Italy went to the polls in one 2013. lining the balconies around politicians and members keeps asking is, who is going to be the next to leave? Steve of the country’s most uncer- The challenges are piling the atrium of the party’s of the media, which the US Miller or Melania?” tain elections ever with far- up for Merkel, who has been Berlin headquarters early president normally loves to • Former chief strategist Steve Bannon: “That guy leaked right and populist parties acting chancellor for more yesterday. (Reuters) hate. more than the Titanic.” expected to make major Speaking at this year’s • The New York Times: “I’m a New York icon. You’re a gains and Silvio Berlusconi traditional Gridiron Club New York icon. And the only difference is I still own my set to play a leading role as Dinner, Trump let loose buildings.” voter turnout heads towards Russians pressured to attend with one-liners on themes a new low. including North Korea and Putin’s star-studded rally his own revolving-door Hope Hicks and financial In another wisecrack Sahel claim White House staff. irregularities surrounding Trump said he had offered Jeff Burkina attack Assuming a jovial tone, the son-in-law Jared Kushner Sessions a ride to the event but A militant group allied to al- president said he would not and the ongoing investigation the attorney general “recused Qaeda claimed responsibil- rule out direct talks with Kim into his campaign. himself” -- a reference to the ity for a deadly co-ordinated Jong Un -- but warned it was “We finally have it running top law enforcement official’s assault on the French embas- the North’s leader who faced like a fine-tuned machine,” abstention from the Russia sy in Burkina Faso’s capital, “the risk of dealing with a Trump said. probe. Ouagadoudou. madman.” “I like turnover. I like Trump also brought up Dubbing his audience chaos. It really is good.” his controversial decision to at the white-tie gala “really Trump said Kushner -- slap hefty tariffs on steel and 15 killed in quality people,” he noted that who recently lost his top- aluminum imports, saying Nigeria violence it had been “another calm level security clearance -- was they would help “dying At least 15 people have been week at the White House” -- a late to the dinner “because industries.” confirmed killed and several week that saw the departure Jared couldn’t get through But it might be too late, he others injured following a of Trump’s confidant security.” said, for “print media.” (AFP) skirmish in Nigeria’s north- Vladimir Putin at the pre-election campaign rally eastern town of Mambilla. Moscow of this month’s Russian South Korea to send envoys to North Pakistan elects first ladimir Putin, flanked presidential elections. “And by cheering supporters, we will do everything to Seoul news agency. They had been female Dalit senator strodeV on to a stage in the make them happy!” orea will dispatch a delayed until after the Winter Pakistan elected its first centre of Moscow’s colossal Standing beside Putin delegation led by senior Olympics and Paralympic female senator from the Luzhniki Stadium and urged were celebrities and sports Ksecurity officials for a two-day games in South Korea. lowest Dalit caste in week- a crowd of tens of thousands stars, including members of visit to North Korea starting South Korea’s presidential end polls which also saw of flag-waving Russians to Russia’s men’s ice hockey today, the presidential Blue Blue House said in a statement the ruling party strengthen join him in building a bright team fresh from their House announced yesterday. that National Security Office its hand ahead of a gener- and joyful future for the triumph at the Winter For its part, North Korea (NSO) head Chung Eui-yong al election in the Muslim- country’s children. Olympics. At Putin’s bidding, South Korean majority country. said it was not begging to President Moon Jae-in and National Intelligence “Our ancestors lived they burst into a rendition talk with Washington and Service (NIS) chief Suh Hoon, For more, catch us here, we live here, and this of Russia’s national anthem. denounced upcoming U.S.- they went ahead. a veteran of past negotiations online at: is where our children and Police said 80,000 people South Korean joint-military The drills will take place with the North, will be grandchildren will live,” were present, with another exercises, warning that it next month, a South Korean among the 10-member South www.newsofbahrain.com Putin said on Saturday 50,000 watching on big would take counter measures presidential security adviser Korean delegation visiting /nobonline afternoon, at what was his screens outside the stadium. against the United States if said according to the Yonhap Pyongyang. (Reuters) /newsofbahrain sole campaign rally ahead (theguardian) 20 Monday, March 5, 2018 Strengthening art beyond borders The panel at the press conference Harpreet Kaur/DTNN exhibitions in the UK, New a new Bahrain where an traditionally used to buying edition, we see this is a work called ArtBAB a gateway to [email protected] Delhi and Mumbai. ancient heritage is decoded Indian art, was a very big in progress and with every new vistas of art engagement This year, ArtBAB will and brilliantly put together footprint as it establishes year we are adding new for Bahraini artists. Manama see an exciting list of an on canvas and through an impact on a discerning elements to the project, so “Art Bahrain Across Borders nder the patronage of impressive line-up of 15 sculptures,” said ArtBAB Indian art collector,” Kaneka this year we have a much has worked spectacularly in Her Royal Highness galleries and 13 independent Fair and Programme added. bigger merchandise section connecting artists of Bahrain UPrincess Sabeeka bint artists from 11 countries. Director, Kaneka Subberwal. Shaikha Maram bint Isa and most importantly we to the global art community, Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife ArtBAB aims to strengthen “We are so grateful to Al Khalifa further told DT have an extensive education enabling Bahraini artists Of His Majesty The King the base of Bahraini artists’ our Patron Her Royal News, “We have a group of program as well as the kids to showcase their talent, Of Bahrain and President visibility by empowering Highness Princess Sabeeka pioneers who have been the section.” identify new platforms of the Supreme Council For and educating local artists, bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa for face of Bahrain art for years, “Further a cross-border for their art and establish Women, the third edition of giving them the opportunity her generous support of this but we also have now an programme is extremely themselves internationally. Art Bahrain across Borders to showcase their unique cultural movement that has upcoming new generation of important as it is a two- Tamkeen is proud to support (ArtBAB) will open officially skills through a sponsored brought new recognition artists who are very talented fold thing because we have this ground-breaking on March 14 at the Bahrain Pavilion which will this year and a surge in awareness and Bahrain will continue a show in Bahrain which is cultural movement,” the International Exhibition & host more than 35 Bahraini about Bahrain’s vibrant to boast about their talents an international art fair, but spokesperson said. Convention Centre. artists, exhibiting over 100 contemporary art scene.” and a platform like this will we also take our artist abroad Among the galleries The contemporary art works. “We launched in the UK showcase them here and three times a year to showcase exhibiting this year is Alon fair, which is the flagship “The most exciting thing in May 2016 and since then, internationally.” their work in cities that are Zakaim Fine Art from the project of the Art Bahrain about ArtBAB is that it there has been an increase “Further projects like well known for art. We believe UK, located in Gujarat, across Borders movement, has consistently offered of 22.5 per cent in sales as this have been a catalyst for we are at the very beginning of India, Samara Art Gallery, is a collaborative venture a new narrative on how on December 2017. With change and initiation for touching the lives of Bahraini Tsekh Art Gallery, Ukraine; with Tamkeen and since one understands modern India, our first two shows new services and maybe in artists and giving them an Galerie Bruno Massa, USA, its launch in 2016, it has Bahrain. Seen through the in Delhi and Mumbai we two or three years from now, international platform,” Italian artist collective created a new international interpretative art of its finest saw a total of 11 works being a full-fledged art school will Shaikha Maram bint Isa Al Antonello Ghezzi and many trajectory for Bahraini artists artists and most creative sold. This, for a huge market be a reality.” Khalifa added. more. around the world, with mind, one gets to experience like India where buyers are “This being the third A spokesman for Tamkeen The fair’s 2018 programme will also include a series of significant educational talks, performances and panels that explore recent initiatives and projects by artists, curators and institutions, looking at contexts, exchange, modes of production and collaboration in their work. Beyond the exhibitors of this versatile and inclusive fair, ArtBAB will include the work of Hasan Hujairi, a Bahraini composer, sound artist and independent researcher. The fair will also collaborate with not-for- profit organisations and, for the first time, the kids@ artbab workshop will focus on developing skills and creating a foundation for Bahraini artists in the future. The Third Edition of Bahrain’s contemporary art fair ArtBAB which is set to enthral and educate is free and will be open to the public Audience at the press conference from March 15 - March 18. SPORTS Monday, March 5, 2018 21 Juan Martin del Potro celebrates (Pic courtesy: dailymail.co.uk) capulco, Mexico a 5-7, 7-6 (2), 6-2 victory over uan Martin del Potro Stefanie Voegele. won the Mexico Open on The 6-foot-6 del Potro JSaturday night for his 21st won for the first time since ATP Tour title, beating Kevin successfully defending his Anderson 6-4, 6-4 to improve Stockholm title last year. to 7-0 against the 6-foot-8 “He’s a very dangerous South African. guy,’’ del Potro said about Del Potro was projected to Anderson. “His serves are so Del switch spots with Anderson strong, but I got lucky in the in the world ranking, with important moments of my del Potro going from ninth return games. I broke just to eighth. The 29-year-old twice and that was the key of Argentine star beat three the match.’’ straight players ranked ahead Anderson tweaked his left Potro of him in the hard-court event, leg on del Potro’s lob and topping No. 6 Dominic Thiem received treatment at 1-1 in in the quarterfinals and No. the second. 5 Alexander Zverev in the “It was a little bit semifinals. uncomfortable at first,’’ “It’s a very special Anderson said. “I think in captures tournament to me,’’ said del the bigger picture of things Potro, the 2009 U.S. Open it didn’t really affect things champion. “I beat three top-10 too much,’’ Anderson said. guys in the same tournament, “I think Juan Martin played which is very important for really well. He’s obviously a myself. I’m so glad to win my tough competitor and a great title 21st title playing in Acapulco.’’ player. I just needed to do a Earlier in the hard-court event little bit more today.’’ at Princess Mundo Imperial, He won the New York Open Lesya Tsurenko successfully two weeks ago for his fourth defended her women’s title with career title. (Espn) Australia close Bautista Agut downs Pouille to win Dubai final Dubai “This tournament is very hird-seed Roberto special. It is for sure going TBautista Agut defeated to be (always) in my heart in on victory France’s Lucas Pouille and I am so happy I have 6-3 6-4 in the final of the won a 500 event,” Bautista Dubai Duty Free Tennis Agut said. Championships on Saturday “Lucas is a really great to secure his first ATP 500 player, he has a great future title. and is playing unbelievable Bautista Agut, who won tennis in the last month. I the Auckland Classic title want to wish him good luck in January, controlled the for the rest of the season.” match from the start and Second-seed Pouille, took a 3-1 lead and the competing in his third ATP 29-year-old held on to final in four events, also lost capture the first set. a chance to move into the The Spaniard, who top 10 for the first time. dropped just one set on his Bautista Agut is expected Durban they set South Africa 417 for way to the final, maintained to climb to world number 16 ustralia moved one wicket victory before taking four key his momentum in the second when the updated rankings from victory in the first home wickets for just 49 runs to outclass Pouille and win are released on Monday. ATest against South Africa on before lunch as they devastated his eighth career title. (Reuters) Bautista Agut (Pic courtesy: tennis.com) Sunday after Mitchell Starc’s the home team’s top order. swing bowling decimated Dean Elgar was the first to go the hosts’ lower order and for nine before Josh Hazlewood dampened their hopes of an claimed the wicket of Hashim unlikely recovery. Amla - the sixth time he has South Africa were 293/9 at done so in the last four Tests the close of the fourth day, still between the two countries. 123 runs adrift of Australia, AB de Villiers was run out who will return after facing a on Monday to single ball and wrap up what then captain Faf appears an almost BRIEF SCORE du Plessis scored inevitable victory South Africa 162 and 293 only four before and a 1-0 lead in for 9 (Markram 143, de Kock having his stumps the four-match 81*, Starc 4-74) need another knocked out of series. 124 runs to beat Australia 351 the ground by Pat South Africa’s and 227 (Bancroft 53, Maharaj Cummins. opener Aiden 4-102, Morkel 3-47) Yet Markram Markram proved a bulwark provided some with a knock that stout resistance, scoring belied his inexperience and 143 runs, while Quinton de gave the home fans a tantalising Kock’s unbeaten 81 also helped glimmer of an improbable frustrate the visitors as South victory. He was the mainstay Africa recovered from a horrid in an 87-run partnership with Kendra Harrison (2nd R) of the United States srpints during the women’s 60m hurdles final of the IAAF World Indoor start to their second innings. Theunis de Bruyn and added Championships at Arena Birmingham in Birmingham, Britain. Kendra Harrison claimed the title with 6.37 seconds. Australia looked to be 147 more runs with De Kock (Pic courtesy: Xinhua) heading to an easy win when for the sixth wicket.(Reuters) 22 Monday, March 5, 2018 SPORTS

Davide Astori Italy and Fiorentina (file pic) defender Astori dies

London Astori, capped 14 times by everyone’s sensitivity at this iorentina captain and Italy, joined Fiorentina in 2016 time, above all out of respect for Italy international from Cagliari and had made 58 his family.” FDavide Astori has died at the appearances for them. Astori, who leaves a wife and age of 31. Cagliari postponed their two-year-old daughter, came The defender died following game against Genoa on Sunday through the youth system at AC a “sudden illness”, his club morning. Milan before joining Cagliari in confirmed on their official “Fiorentina are profoundly 2008. Twitter feed. shocked to have to announce He spent eight years at Fiorentina were scheduled the death of captain Davide the club and had loan spells to play Udinese in Serie A on Astori after a sudden illness,” at Roma and Fiorentina Sunday afternoon but the game Fiorentina said. before moving permanently and all other Serie A fixtures “Given this terrible and to the latter two years ago. were called off. delicate situation we appeal to (BBC)

Ronaldo, Bale lead Real past Messi scores Getafe Madrid ristiano Ronaldo scored his 600th as Barca 300th LaLiga goal as Real CMadrid returned to winning ways with a 3-1 victory over 10-man Getafe at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Portugal forward had beat Atletico been left out of the squad Barcelona goalkeeper Jan Oblak to reach competitions to move into for Tuesday night’s trip to ionel Messi scored his the landmark. It was the fifth second place in La Liga. Espanyol, where Zinedine 600th goal for club and La Liga goal Messi has scored Luis Suarez was also ruled Zidane’s side were beaten 1-0 countryL from a first-half free from a free kick since Jan. 1, offside on a disallowed goal by a stoppage-time goal. kick as Barcelona extended and prior to Messi’s success, in the 76th minute, and Messi There was, though, no their lead at the top of La Liga Oblak had not allowed a nearly scored another in stopping Los Blancos on to eight points following a league goal from a free kick added time but his attempt Saturday, with Gareth Bale 1-0 victory over challengers since Real Madrid’s Cristiano sailed high. breaking the deadlock in the 24th Atletico Madrid at the Camp Ronaldo scored on Nov. 19, Barcelona captain Andres minute before Ronaldo reached Nou. 2016, according to ESPN Iniesta was taken off injured his personal landmark on the Messi, who now has 33 Stats & Information. in the 36th minute with an stroke of half-time. goals in all competitions for Atletico’s best chance at an apparent leg injury after a Getafe saw forward Loic Remy sent Barcelona this season, took equaliser came in the 86th collision earlier in the game off for a second caution early in the second two shots before slotting minute, but Kevin Gameiro’s with Atletico’s Saul Niguez. half, but reduced the deficit in the 65th minute home in the 26th minute. volley was disallowed The victory extends through a controversial penalty from Francisco He curled a free kick into with Diego Costa ruled Barcelona’s unbeaten streak Portillo only for Ronaldo to wrap things up with the top right corner and off offside. They had won their in the league to 34 games, a late header. the hand of diving Atletico previous eight games in all dating to last season. (Espn) Real’s victory moved them four points clear of Valencia, who have a match in hand, and provided the perfect build-up to next week’s crucial Champions League last-16 second leg against Paris Saint-Germain. Ronaldo was one of five changes by Zidane from the team which lost at RCDE Stadium. Real, though, never looked in any danger of failing to get the required result Cristiano against Getafe. Ronaldo Ronaldo soon had the ball in the net, but celebrations celebrates were swiftly cut short by an offside flag. another Bale, who was making a record 117th LaLiga milestone after appearance by a British player, put Real ahead, sweeping surpassing 300 in a loose ball which dropped on the penalty spot. La Liga goals (Pic The home side continued to press and doubled their courtesy: AFP) lead on the stroke of half-time. Karim Benzema drove forwards and slipped Ronaldo into the right side of the penalty area. The Portugal forward spun to fire the ball past Emiliano Martinez, the on-loan Arsenal goalkeeper. Real Madrid, though, had already claimed that landmark to have been reached, with some confusion over whether Ronaldo should be Lionel Messi curls the ball into the top corner to give Barcelona the lead credited with a free-kick against Real Sociedad during the 2010-2011 (Pic courtesy: theguardian) campaign which had deflected in off Pepe. (PA Sport) SPORTS Monday, March 5, 2018 23

London for Team GB at the 2020 Mo Farah celebrates (Pic ir Mo Farah’s preparations Olympics in Japan. courtesy: athleticsweekly) for the London Marathon However, Sunday’s victory Sgot a lift as he won the Vitality is a fillip for Farah ahead of Big Half yesterday. the London Marathon, which The four-time Olympic takes place on April 22. champion completed the Charlotte Purdue was a half-marathon course in the comfortable winner of the capital in an unofficial time elite women’s race, with Lily of one hour, one minute and Partridge second and Charlotte 39 seconds, vindicating his Archer third. decision to not pull out of the Farah said afterwards: “I 13.1-mile race despite the bad enjoyed it, it was comfortable. weather which had affected Training has been going pretty the country. well and it wasn’t too bad at all. Farah, who has been “I thought the conditions training in Ethiopia, won would be worse, it was a little a sprint finish with 2017 bit wet and cold - compared London Marathon winner to 25 degrees in Africa it’s a Mo Farah claims Daniel Wanjiru, of Kenya. big shock but you just get used Britain’s Callum Hawkins to it.” was not far behind in third. On his prospects for the The 34-year-old, who is April 22 race, he added on getting to grips with his new BBC Radio London: “I’m just career on the road, has yet to going to keep working hard, make a decision over whether get ready and not get too ‘Big Half’ he will run the marathon excited.” (Telegraph.co.uk) Wilder ‘ready’ for Joshua Barcelona track has after beating Luis Ortiz lost its

London “I figured out a way to come character merican Deontay Wilder back. A true champion always says he is ready for a finds a way. That’s what I did Aheavyweight unification bout tonight,” said Wilder, who London weather prevented the with Britain’s Anthony Joshua has successfully defended his he Barcelona track existing outright lap record after beating Luis Ortiz to title seven times. resurfacing has robbed from being lowered despite retain his WBC title. Joshua’s promoter, Eddie theT Spanish Grand Prix venue the improved track condition. Wilder, 32, floored the Hearn, said that if he beats of its “character”, according Mercedes driver Hamilton, previously unbeaten Cuban Parker a unification fight with to reigning Formula 1 who ended with the quickest twice before knocking him Wilder is likely to happen this champion Lewis Hamilton. time of the week, expressed out in the 10th round in New year. Resurfacing works at the his dismay at the work done York. “It’s the biggest fight in Catalunya circuit took place over the winter, comparing IBF and WBA champion world boxing,” Hearn told in January at the behest of the new Barcelona surface Briton Joshua, 28, will Sportsweek on BBC Radio 5 MotoGP, as riders had to a new house that lacks fight New Zealand’s WBO live. complained of dangerously character. champion Joseph Parker in “He has the biggest test of low grip levels on the old “I’m not quite sure why Cardiff on 31 March. his career against Parker but track surface that dated back they do resurface [certain “I want to unify. I am ready if he wins it Anthony wants to to 2007. tracks], I think it’s a waste of whenever those guys are,” fight Wilder. F1 drivers had their first money in general,” he said. said Wilder. “He thinks he can beat him taste of the new asphalt “The older the surface, the He survived a scare in the and Wilder is beatable, but during this week’s first more character there is in a seventh round to claim the Wilder is also very dangerous. pre-season test, when poor surface.” (Autosport) 40th win of his unbeaten “Both Wilder and Joshua are career following a right electric to watch, both punch uppercut at the Barclays very hard and both have shown School Mini Olympics Deontay Wilder Centre. signs of vulnerability.” (BBC) promotes schools sport DT News Network Olympic Committee, is in line Manama with the directives of minister inistry of Education’s Dr Majed Al Nuaimi to offer physical education, support to distinguished Mscouting and guidance students and develop their director Essam Abdulla athletic skills. said the School Mini “The Ministry of Education Olympics promotes sport has played a major part in movement within the schools different sporting activities, community. one of which is our sports Abdulla noted that the competitions head Dr Abdulla ministry’s cooperation with the Al Abbasi attending a series event organisers – the Bahrain of meetings with the Bahrain Olympic Committee to discuss ways to ensure a very successful fifth edition of the Mini Olympics this year,” said Cricket Bahrain Association (CBA) played an exhibition match between teams from Public Security & Bahrain National Abdulla. Guards as part of National Sports Day at Shaikh Khalifa Sports City. Present on the occasion were board members and Abdulla added that the other dignitaries. The President thanked the participants and pledged to work hard and establish cricket as a premier ministry is also gearing up to sport in the kingdom. In picture, President Salim Ilyas with officials launch the Olympic torch. Essam Abdulla Mo Farah claims P23 ‘Big Half’ SPORTS 2424 Monday, March 5, 2018 Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne passes under pressure from Chelsea’s Antonio Rudiger (Pic courtesy: theguardian) Silva strikes as City triumph Manchester ran for Sergio Aguero but a block from hampions-elect Manchester City Antonio Rudiger denied the Argentine his continued their title procession with 200th City goal. aC 1-0 victory over Chelsea at the Etihad After Bernardo Silva curled a shot onto Stadium. the roof of the Chelsea goal, Oleksandr Bernardo Silva opened the scoring for Zinchenko was fortunate only to see yellow the second game running, bundling the for a lunge on Victor Moses that allowed winner home 34 seconds into the second Willian to race clear, but his driven cross half as City moved 18 points clear at the was blocked. top of the Premier League. Normal service soon resumed and City Antonio Conte’s decision to not start so nearly took the lead on 27 minutes as a recognised striker backfired as Chelsea, Kevin de Bruyne’s free-kick found Sane at missing midfield lynchpin N’Golo Kante, the back post, and his shot was cleared off failed to register a single effort on target. the line by Cesar Azpilicueta. The result leaves Pep Guardiola needing City had the ball in the Chelsea net just four more victories to dethrone three minutes before as Nicolas Otamendi Chelsea and claim a maiden title in English applied the finishing touch to a clever football. quick free-kick, but Aguero was ruled The champions will have no doubt offside in the build-up and it was chalked travelled to the home of their successors off. hoping to replicate last week’s dominant City’s dominance continued after the first-half display at Old Trafford, but, as break and it took less than a minute for the has been the case this season, City showed pressure to tell as Bernardo Silva ghosted why they are 16 points clear of United with in behind Marcos Alonso to turn David a dominant display of their own. Silva’s cross beyond Thibaut Courtois. Chelsea were unable to break up City’s A deluge midway through the second precise passing game in the opening half prevented City from adding gloss to exchanges and errors soon followed as the victory, but the conditions did little Cesc Fabregas was caught in possession to dampen the mood with the title on the Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva celebrates in his own area by Leroy Sane. The ball horizon. (Skysports) scoring the opener (Pic courtesy: theguardian)

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