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unmen opened fire audi Arabia reaffirmed Gyesterday at a ceremo- a ban on citizens and These actions are a ny in Afghanistan’s capi- Sresidents travelling to proof of Iran’s direct tal attended by prominent Iran after slamming Tehran’s responsibility in political leaders, killing at handling of the coronavirus increasing Covid-19 To all citizens and residents least 32 people and wound- crisis. ing dozens more before the Riyadh accused Iran on infections. For further developments on the two attackers were slain by Thursday of not stamping the SAUDI ARABIA police, officials said. passports of five people who Daesh claimed respon- have since tested positive for to implement and monitor Coronavirus (COVID-19) and updates on sibility for the attack in a Covid-19 when they travelled containment measures. statement on its website. through the country, allow- Iran on Friday announced the Public Awareness Campaign to Combat Militants from Daesh ing them to go undetected the country has 4,747 cases have declared war on Af- when they returned to Saudi with 124 deaths. The majori- Coronavirus, please visit the ghanistan’s Shiites, and Arabia. ty of coronavirus cases in the many of those at the cere- The Saudi government Middle East are among those Ministry of Health's website mony were from the minor- warned there would be “se- returning from Iran. ity Shiite sect. The ceremo- vere penalties” for anyone “These actions are a proof ny commemorated the 1995 who violates the travel order. of Iran’s direct responsibility slaying of Abdul Ali Mazari, Global coronavirus cases in increasing Covid-19 infec- www.moh.gov.bh/COVID19 the leader of Afghanistan’s passed 100,000 on Friday tions,” a government official ethnic Hazaras, who are afternoon as governments told the state news agency mostly Shiite Muslims. around the world scramble SPA. The Taliban said they were not involved in the attack, which came less than a week after the US and the group signed an ambitious peace deal that lays out a path for the withdrawal of American forces from the country. Major evacuation plan EU criticises Turkey Athens Evacuation of citizens in Iran to start on Tuesday; to be carried out in phases

lashes between Greek Criot police and migrants Dr Al Manea stressed attempting to cross the bor- • der from Turkey erupted that all those involved anew Friday as European in the evacuation Union foreign ministers took process are working aim at what they called “Tur- hard to complete it key’s use of migratory pres- sure for political purposes.” successfully and safely. Greek riot police used tear gas and a water cannon to The meeting drive back people trying to •also presented an cross the land border from opportunity to review Turkey in the morning. MoFA and MOH Undersecretaries meet to review evacuation plan for Bahraini citizens in Iran. Turkish police fired vol- precautionary measures leys of tear gas back towards and procedures to ensure the world, the official said. recommendations of the World Greece in an ongoing stand- the safety of citizens. Dr Al Manea added, “Work is Health Organisation upon their CBB directives off between Ankara and the continuing to transfer the citi- arrival in Bahrain, and they will hailed EU over who should care for Manama zens in Iran in stages, the first All returnees from Iran be transferred to quarantine or migrants and refugees. group of citizens will be trans- within the evacuation isolation and treatment centres he Bahrain Chamber of ferred next Tuesday, and efforts plan will undergo if necessary,” he added. TCommerce and Indus- he Undersecretary of are continuing to complete the Based on His Majesty King try (BCCI) hailed the Central the Ministry of Health, various precautionary and pre- necessary medical Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s di- Bank of Bahrain (CBB)’s call TDr Walid bin Khalifa Al ventive measures to preserve examinations under rectives, the Jaffari Endowments on all banks and financial in- Manea, yesterday confirmed that their safety and the safety of cit- the supervision of a Directorate will cover all the ex- stitutions to probe reschedul- work is underway with all rel- izens and residents in the King- specialised medical penses of the Bahraini citizens ing loans and postponing loan DON’T MISS IT evant authorities to implement dom of Bahrain.” team. who are still abroad because of instalments. The CBB’s direc- the evacuation plan for Bahraini Dr Al Manea noted that since Coronavirus (COVID-19) until tives came to mitigate the DR AL MANEA citizens in Iran. the announcement of the evacu- their return home, in coordi- negative economic impact of All measures are being taken ation plan, relevant authorities process are working hard to com- nation with all the competent the spread of the novel Coro- to ensure that they arrive in the have been in ongoing contact plete it successfully and safely. official authorities, Jaffari En- navirus (COVID-19) on the vig- Terror blast Kingdom safely and in accord- with citizens present in Iran that “All returnees from Iran dowments Directorate Chair- our of the national economy, 02 condemned ance with Bahrain’s precaution- registered with the Ministry of within the evacuation plan will man, Yussif bin Saleh Al Saleh, and to safeguard the interest ary measures in light of the out- Foreign Affairs, and their fam- undergo the necessary medi- said, noting that the expenses of the people of Bahrain and ‘Ensuring health break of the Coronavirus (COV- ilies. cal examinations under the will be added to the Directorate’s the national economy. ID-19) in Iranian cities, and the Dr Al Manea stressed that all supervision of a specialised budget, in line with the royal In this regard, BCCI voiced and safety’ escalation of its spread around those involved in the evacuation medical team according to the instructions. pride in the responsiveness of 03 of citizens, the Bahraini government and residents top its keenness on advocating 12 discharged One patient critical the interests of the people of priority Bahrain, as well as those of he Ministry of Health yesterday announced that 12 Coronavirus (COVID-19) patient was admitted to the Intensive the business community. Kingdom set Tindividuals have been discharged after completing the A Care Unit (ICU), showed the latest data about the virus published The BCCI stressed the im- to mark Global mandatory 14-day quarantine period, bringing the total yesterday by the Ministry of Health. portance of consolidating ef- 04 number of individuals discharged from quarantine to 38. The ministry added that with the release of the 12 cases, the number forts to overcome this hard- Women’s Day The ministry outlined that the individuals, all Chinese na- of released cases from the precautionary quarantine after completing ship, and highlighted that it tionals, one female and eleven males, tested negative for the the required 14 day quarantine period reached 38. As the ministry had assigned a team, which 210 fils (includes VAT) Coronavirus (COVID-19) before being discharged. noted, 26 cases were released earlier. works in cooperation with The ministry noted that all quarantined individuals are being The ministry affirmed that all the cases in the precautionary quarantine various government bodies, to monitored and cared for by a specialised medical team, in line centres are continuously monitored under the supervision of specialised probe the impact of COVID-19 with guidelines established by the World Health Organisation medical staff. It assured that all cases are provided with the necessary care on the national economy and (WHO), to guarantee the health and safety of the community. to ensure their safety, in order to preserve their health and public health. propose recommendations. SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 02

Sirens could be heard• on the major highway linking the Lac district, where the embassy is located. Terror blast condemned Tunis’ tourism sector Policeman killed in Tunis suicide attack by militants is• highly vulnerable to militant violence; or fund them,” the statement killed a policeman. was devastated after added. Tunisia’s critical tourism sec- Two militants on a motorbike tor is highly vulnerable to mil- attacks in 2015. blew themselves up outside the itant violence and was devas- US Embassy in Tunisia yesterday, tated after two attacks in 2015 Manama killing a policeman and wound- which killed scores of visitors ing several in the North African at a beach resort and a museum. he Kingdom yesterday country’s most serious attack in Diplomats who have worked condemned the terrorist months. with Tunisia on its security ca- Tbombing that targeted a The explosion took place pacity say it has grown more security patrol in the city of Tu- near the embassy’s main gate, effective in preventing and re- nis in the Republic of Tunisia, where a Reuters journalist saw sponding to militant attacks in which resulted in the death of a scorched, damaged motorbike recent years. a security officer and the injury and a damaged police vehicle An Al Qaeda group has been of others. lying amid debris as police gath- sheltering for years in the deso- In a statement, the Foreign Af- ered around and a helicopter late, hilly terrain along a stretch fairs Ministry affirmed that “the whirled overhead. of the border with Algeria and Kingdom of Bahrain stands by No group immediately claimed sometimes clashes with security the brotherly Tunisian Republic responsibility. Forensic experts and policemen at the blast site in Tunis. forces there, but is regarded as in its efforts to combat violence, The Interior Ministry said two raged by the attack, a spokesman of the capital and some interna- having been closely contained. extremism and terrorism. militants were killed carrying for the State Department said, tional institutions were put on Hundreds of Tunisians have “The Ministry of Foreign Af- out the attack and five police and was saddened to hear re- lockdown or evacuated. also traveled to Iraq, Syria or fairs expresses its sincere condo- were wounded, while a civilian ports of a fatality from Tunisia’s The attack indicates that Photographs of the blast site Libya in recent years to join Is- lences to the family of the victim, suffered minor injuries. State security services. the security challenge posted on social media showed lamic State, and in 2016 mem- and wishes a speedy recovery news agency TAP reported that “We are working with local au- remains a major debris strewn around the area bers of the group rampaged to all those injured as a result of one policeman was killed. thorities to investigate,” he said. challenge in Tunisia. of a security checkpoint that across the border with Libya this heinous terrorist act. The “We heard a very powerful ex- Among the injured was a lo- controls access to the embassy and fought the army in a border Ministry also stresses the impor- plosion ... we saw the remains of cally hired employee of the US SECURITY EXPERT and damaged vehicles. town, but were repulsed. tance of joining all regional and the terrorist lying on the ground Embassy, the spokesman added. in the north. The U.S. Embassy Last summer, Islamic State “The attack indicates that the international efforts to eliminate after he went on the motorbike Sirens could be heard on the in a tweet urged people to avoid said it was behind militant blasts security challenge remains a ma- terrorism in all its forms and to toward the police,” said Amira, a major highway linking the Lac the area. that struck the capital over the jor challenge in Tunisia,” local confront all terrorist organisa- shopkeeper. district, where the embassy is Roads around security instal- course of a week, including one security analyst Ali Zarmedini tions and those who support The United States was out- located, with Tunis and suburbs lations were closed in some parts near the French Embassy that said.

Four boats seized for violating shrimping ban TDT | Manama ing trawling were confiscated. ment the law to decrease marine Maj Gen Siyadi highlighted Legal proceedings were taken crime. the legal action for minor viola- oast Guard Commander, to refer the case to the Public The command said that it has tions that include wasting Coast Major-General Alaa Si- Prosecution. drawn up a clear strategic plan Guards efforts to arrest fleeing Cyadi announced yester- He called upon fishermen to to implement maritime laws and boats. day that eight fishermen were follow the rules and co-operate reduce crimes, including illegal He explained that the smug- arrested and four boats were for their safety. fishing and unregulated fishing gling of weapons and drugs seized for violating the shrimp- The Coast Guard Command to enhance maritime security started since 2013 and continues ing ban. recently announced that it has in co-operation with relevant until now. Shrimps and illegal shrimp- tightened all measures to imple- entities. Bahrain’s marine security is changing and arms and drug smugglers are taking all oppor- tunities to distract the Coast Guards who are combating il- legal fishing, he said. World’s Largest The new laws include depor- tation for every foreigner who violates Bahrain’s fishing laws. Open School Mr Siyadi indicated that the Providing 10th & 12th Grade Coast Guard has tightened Stocks of shrimp that were seized by the Coast Guard. maritime surveillance through New Batch CBSE Equivalent Qualification in Bahrain coastal radars, near and far As many as 179 marine safety situations could jeopardise the cameras, and international au- violations were reported last safety of violators who would be starting tomatic identification devices. year, according to the Kingdom’s held legally accountable. NIOS Secondary (GRADE X) The Coast Guard is making Coast Guard. The official revealed that dur- from May sure that such devices are in- Mr Siyadi, earlier said that ing 2019, a total of 179 violations Streams: Science & Commerce stalled on the more than 7,000 violations that are committed were reported and legal steps 2020 Duration: 10 Months registered boats. at night and with the current were taken against them. Study & Write Exam in Bahrain Eligibility: Anyone above Age 14 Subjects: 5 Papers Registration & Books: BD 330 Guidance Class: BD 450

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The minister stressed that• specialised medical and health teams are ‘Ensuring health and safety’ of working hand-in-hand under the directives of HRH the Crown Prince. Lt Col Dr Shaikh citizens, residents top priority Mohammed• reiterated the task force’s keenness WHO has commended Bahrain’s precautionary measures to tackle Corona threat on pursuing strenuous efforts to promote Kingdom of Bahrain, setting up the national interest a national task force to develop a and citizens’ safety. strategy aimed at containing any COVID-19 outbreak. Earlier, the WHO said that the TDT | Manama mortality rate among Coronavi- rus patients stand at 3.4 per cent. ealth Minister Faeqa Al In a related development, WHO Saleh yesterday said that spokesperson Tarik Jašarević said Hthe government’s top that the mortality rate, known as priority is to ensure the health Case Fatality Rate (CFR), is calcu- and safety of citizens and resi- lated by dividing the number of dents. reported deaths over the number This came as the minister re- of reported confirmed cases. ceived a World Health Organi- “As this is an evolving outbreak sation (WHO) delegation, which this will change over time, and reviewed the precautions taken vary from place to place. On the by the Kingdom against Coro- one hand, early in the outbreak navirus. it may be higher where surveil- At the beginning of the meet- lance focuses on identifying se- ing, the minister welcomed the vere cases, however, it may also Ms Al Saleh in conversation with the WHO delegation. delegation, praising the level be lower because people with of continuous co-operation be- (SCH) President, Head of the Na- Task Force, which contributed ed WHO keenness on following severe cases may not die for sev- tween the Ministry of Health and tional Task Force for Combating to containing the virus. up COVID-19 developments in eral weeks. the World Health Organisation COVID-19 Lieutenant General Dr He reiterated task force’s all countries of the region and Jašarević said that the death on the implementation of pre- Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla keenness on pursuing strenuous the world, adding that the report rate also varies between locations ventive measures. Al Khalifa hailed the WHO ap- efforts to promote the national issued by the regional officer for and that “we have seen higher The minister stressed that spe- preciation, paying tribute to His interest and the safety of citizens 3.4 East Mediterranean acknowledg- CFR in Wuhan compared to other per cent is the mortality cialised medical and health teams Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al and residents by implementing rate among Coronavirus- es the continuous efforts made parts of China, and in the China are working hand-in-hand under Khalifa for his royal directives all world-standard precautionary infected patients by all members of the national mission report have published the directives of HRH the Crown to heed citizens and residents’ measures to combat COVID-19. worldwide. task force to ensure the health detailed CFR by location and at Prince. health. He welcomed the report which and safety of all citizens and res- different time points. The World Health Organisa- He lauded the follow-up of His was issued by WHO Regional Of- idents. “CFR in China has reduced tion (WHO) has commended Bah- Royal Highness Prince Salman fice for the Eastern Mediterrane- She paid tribute to HM the massively since the beginning of rain’s precautionary measures bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown an, commending Bahrain’s stren- King’s royal directives and HRH the outbreak but there are var- to combat the novel coronavirus Prince, Deputy Supreme Com- uous efforts and precautionary national strategy to contain and the Crown Prince’s keen fol - ied CFRs in different countries (COVID-19) and protect public mander and First Deputy Prime measures combat the coronavi- prevent the spread of the virus, low-up. and outbreaks. The 3.4 percent health. Minister, hailing the dedicated rus citing particularly the imple- led by HRH the Crown Prince. The report cited the measures is the current global ‘snapshot’ Supreme Council for Health efforts exerted by the National mentation of a comprehensive Ms Al Saleh also commend- which were undertaken by the CFR.” Asian killed in fire accident in Muharraq n Asian died after a fire The directorate added that the The Ministry of broke out at his residence rescued sustained minor injuries the• Interior, which Ain Muharraq. while its rescue team evacuated res- The incident occurred yesterday idents as a precautionary procedure. announced the incident morning and it is learnt that the The Ministry of the Interior, on its official social defendant died of suffocation. which announced the incident on media accounts, stated Reaching the incident location its official social media accounts, instantly, a team of Civil Defence stated that the necessary official that the necessary personnel evacuated many from procedures were taken by con- official procedures were the building. cerned authorities. taken by concerned The General Directorate of Civil The ministry urged all residents authorities. Defence said that the fire, that took to take maximum precautions in hours to be controlled, was caused general and those regarding elec- by a short-circuit while all were tricity connections in particular, to TDT | Manama asleep. avoid dangerous incidents. Civil Defence team rushed to the spot, saving lives of many. UoB explores electronic platforms to offer classes TDT | Manama the university has also prepared elec- co-operation with the Ministry of Health tronic training workshops for all faculty and Prevention, launched an awareness he University of Bahrain has acti- members on how to use these platforms. campaign for the prevention of corona- vated a plan to take advantage of This step comes within the framework virus, targeting Emirati schools. Tthe suspension period of study ac- of the implementation of university’s The circular emphasised that students, cording to the current conditions to limit development plan (2016-2021), which who were absent from school due to res- the spread of the Coronavirus (Covid-19), provides for “creating a renewable envi- piratory illnesses to prevent COVID-19 in- using electronic platforms. ronment that meets the requirements of fections, could keep up with their studies The President of the University of students and faculty members”. electronically or by calling their teachers. Bahrain, Prof Dr Riyad Yusef Hamza A new e-learning programme is being The circular also specified actions said: “The activation of this method tested in a number of public schools for school administrators, teachers and comes in order to work towards achiev- across the GCC countries. Parents have parents to take; if a student showed any ing the goals of the academic year and been asked to provide a conducive learn- symptoms of respiratory illness, they reduce the effects of temporary disrup- ing environment for the students at home. would be exempt from attending classes tion of study in educational institutions.” The Ministry of Education (MoE) in until they recovered, based on the rec- For his part, the director of the e-learn- the UAE has been encouraging students, ommendations of the school nurse. ing centre, Dr Fay Abdullah Al Khalifa, who are absent from school due to res- The ministry also called on school said the Microsoft Team platform that The UoB has plans in place to implement e-learning system to overcome suspension of classes. piratory illnesses to take advantage of administrations to implement awareness provides the possibility of downloading the e-learning options available on their campaigns regarding the spread of infec- study material and sharing it with stu- they don’t need laboratory support. members to ensure the readiness of con- schools’ online platforms. tious diseases, put up posters about the dents, offers new avenues for learning. She confirmed that by activating the tent for all courses. According to a report in Emarat Al virus, ensure public hygiene and provide She explained that all theoretical cours- electronic platform it has now become The university official said that in Youm, in a recent circular distributed necessary disinfectants and sanitisers in es can be offered through this platform as possible to communicate with all faculty addition to creating educational videos, to school administrations, the MoE, in classes. SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 04

Fikra A tribute was recently• paid to Bahraini candidates women in recognition honoured to their achievements Kingdom set to mark Manama and dedication in serving the nation. urvey and Land Reg- Sistration (SLRB) Pres- Labour Minister ident Shaikh Salman bin hailed• the policies Abdulla bin Hamad Al Global Women’s Day Khalifa has honoured the of the Government that has supported employees who achieved Occasion epitomises Bahraini women’s success in economic, social and political fields advanced positions in the Bahraini women Government Innovation achieve greater goals. Competition ‘Fikra’ He commended the Manama support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, he Kingdom will join the the Crown Prince, Dep- other nations in the world uty Supreme Commander Tto mark the International and First Deputy Prime Women’s Day, annually celebrated Minister, honouring the on March 8. candidates who qualified International Women’s Day, to the final stage of the which was first endorsed by the competition. United Nations in 1977 is being The ceremony was at- celebrated this year under the tended by Real Estate theme: “I am Generation Equality: Regulatory Authority Realising Women’s Rights”. (RERA) Chief Executive The occasion epitomises Bah- Mr Humaidan Officer Shaikh Moham- rain’s keenness on sharing the med bin Khalifa Al Khal- world the celebration and shed- and future sciences, praising ifa, SLRB director Naji ding light on Bahraini women’s women’s academic achievements Sabt Salem and directors. political, legislative, economic A file picture showing HRH Princess Sabeeka issuing her statement marking Bahraini Women’s Day. which entitled them to hold lead- SLRB President lauded and social strides and highlighting ing positions, obtain high degrees the honourees’ projects, achievements in all other fields. He hailed the policies of the is being held under the theme and gain membership in interna- hailing their dedicated Labour and Social Develop- Government, chaired by His Royal “Bahraini women in the fields tional centres. efforts which reflected ment Minister Jameel Humaidan Highness Prime Minister Prince DID of higher education and future She lauded Bahraini women’s their resolve and keen - extended congratulations on this Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, sciences”. growing interest in the fields of ness on developing occasion to Her Royal Highness supported by His Royal High- She stressed the importance of future sciences and contribution the Government’s pro - Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al ness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al KNOW this national occasion, which was to supporting Bahrain’s digi- grammes. Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Depu- launched by His Majesty the King tal transformation and knowl- He directed officials King and Supreme Council for ty Supreme Commander and First 11 years ago, thus becoming an edge-based economy. to study these advanced Women (SCW) President. Deputy Premier. official celebration among other HRH Princess Sabeeka bint ideas and facilitate their He commended her crucial role A tribute was recently paid to International national days. Ibrahim Al Khalifa delegated implementation. in enable women to reach further Bahraini women in recognition Women’s Day was The annual anniversary is being SCW Deputy President Dr Shaikha Fikra accelerates de- achievements, promoting their to their achievements and dedi- first endorsed by celebrated in tribute to Bahraini Mariam bint Hassan Al Khalifa velopment through a cit- empowerment and bolstering cation in serving the nation and the United Nations women in all walks of life – as to attend the celebration mark- izen-centred approach their political, economic and so- building its bright future. mothers, educators, partners in ing the annual Bahraini Women’s that is participatory and cial participation. “I would like to express my in 1977. national development and achiev- Day. sustainable in addition He lauded women’s strides sincere thanks and deep appre- ers in all productive sectors, ded- Themed “Bahrain women in to fostering a culture of in promoting Bahrain women’s ciation to every Bahraini woman the King and President of the Su- icated more than ever to serving the fields of higher education and innovation in which gov- status, enforcing the principle of who spares not efforts to serve preme Council for Women (SCW). the nation and contributing to its future sciences”, the celebratory ernment employees put equal opportunities as part of the her country, community and She made the statement on the progress and prosperity. ceremony was held at the Uni- forward breakthrough wide-ranging reform process led family,” said Her Royal Highness eve of the annual Bahraini Wom- She commended all state insti- versity of Bahrain (UoB) Shaikh solutions to challenges, by His Majesty King Hamad bin Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim en’s Day, which falls on the 1st tutions for activating programmes Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Al in line with Bahrain’s Isa Al Khalifa. Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty of December. The 2019 edition in the field of higher education Khalifa’s Hall, Sakhir Campus. Economic Vision 2030 and the Government Ac- tion Plan 2019-2022. The ministerial com- Focus on Bahrain’s success as premium wedding destination mittee was deeply en - couraged by the extraor- Jeddah 2020 is the largest bridal event dinary range of talents in the industry across KSA and represented in the ap - he Bahrain Tourism and the GCC, providing participants plication pool, noting Exhibitions Authority with the opportunity to show- that applicants’ aptitude T(BTEA) has announced its case their latest products and for innovation will help participation in the 20th Sau- services in the wedding sector. achieve greater opera- di International Wedding Fair The event provides an ideal tional efficiency in the 2020, which is considered the platform for participants and vis- public sector. The Com- ideal one-stop wedding event for itors alike to meet and connect mittee consisted of Mo- couture, fashion and jewellery. with renowned international hammed Al Mutawa, The highly-anticipated event companies, as well as network Minister of Cabinet Af- will be held until 7th March, with VIPs. fairs, Jameel Humaidan, 2020 in Jeddah. BTEA’s participation in the Minister of Labour and The Bahraini Pavilion, which event comes as part of its strate- Social Development, Ka- will cover an area of 25 m2, will gic outreach program to promote mal Ahmed, Minister of include exhibitors from hotels the tourism brand ‘Ours. Yours.’ Transportation and Tel- including Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq which is aimed at showcasing ecommunications, Bas- Thalassa Sea and Spa, Al Areen Dr Ali Follad with other BTEA officials at the fair. the Kingdom as the ideal tour- sim Al Hamer, Minister Palace and Spa Bahrain in addi- ism destination to the regional of Housing, and Faeqa Al tion to the national carrier of the are delighted to take part in this ing what the tourism industry and international events as we and international markets, and Saleh, Minister Health, Kingdom of Bahrain, Gulf Air. exceptional event where we will has to offer those who want to strive to strengthen Bahrain’s further promote the Kingdom’s Ayman Almoayyad, Min- On this occasion, Acting Di- be promoting the Kingdom of host and celebrate their special position as a leading tourism des- touristic offering as a main con- ister of Youth and Sports rector of Marketing and Tour- Bahrain as a leading destination occasions in Bahrain. Our par- tination in the region and further tributor to the overall economic Affairs, and Wael Mubar- ism Promotion Directorate at for weddings and celebrations. ticipation comes in line with our develop the local tourism sector.” growth in line with the Econom- ak, Minister of Electricity BTEA, Dr Ali Follad said, “We “We look forward to showcas- efforts to participate in regional The 20th Saudi Wedding Fair ic Vision 2030. and Water Affairs. Culture, heritage of 100 nations showcased at Saudi festival Riyadh Through their cultural pres- tional history, social life and tra- cluding the Prophet’s Mosque in entations, students taking part ditional foods. Madinah and Al Aqsa Mosque in he cultures and heritage in the event hope to enhance As well as a range of activi - Jerusalem, is also being staged at of 100 countries are being and strengthen global dialogue, ties, programs, and competitions the festival. Tshowcased at a Saudi fes- peaceful coexistence, and inter- festival goers can take part in The General Directorate of tival aimed at promoting global national bonds. The festival also an archery contest run by the Prisons, the Ministry of Hous- peace and coexistence. plays a role in promoting Islamic Equestrian Club of Madinah, a ing, and the Madinah Chamber Organised by the Islamic Uni- values and teamwork. marathon, and a march organ- of Commerce and Industry are versity of Madinah, the ninth Pavilions representing 100 ised by the Saudi Red Crescent among government and private Festival of Cultures and Peoples’ countries have been putting on Authority. agencies participating in the will be staged in the holy city displays of traditional costumes Saudi students from the Islamic University of Madinah showcase the cultures and An exhibition on holy and event, which is open daily from until March 8. and introducing visitors to na- heritage of different countries as a way of promoting global peace and coexistence. historic stories and places, in- 9 am to 12 pm and 5 pm to 10 pm. 05 SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 business

SBI to buy 49pc stake in Yes Bank under rescue plan Reuters | New Delhi/Mumbai to meet regulatory require- Russia resists oil cuts ments. tate Bank of India, the Based on details in the RBI’s Scountry’s largest lender, statement, analysts calculated will take a 49 per cent stake that SBI’s investment would Russia argues that it in Yes Bank, the Reserve Bank need to total almost 25 billion • of India (RBI) said late yester- rupees ($339.10 million). The was too early to predict day as it laid out a plan for the RBI and SBI have not given a the impact of outbreak rescue of the troubled private figure. lender. SBI said on Thursday its OPEC earlier India’s Finance Minister board had given it an in-prin- said• they backed an Nirmala Sitharaman at a brief- ciple nod to explore an invest- ing in New Delhi yesterday ment in Yes Bank, an about- additional 1.5 million said the restructuring plan turn after it had in December barrels per day would be implemented with- repeatedly denied it would (bpd) of oil cuts in 30 days. play any role in aiding its com- The RBI sharply increased petitor. Reuters | Vienna Yes Bank’s authorised share SBI’s announcement came capital, paving the way for the just hours after the RBI took bad-debt laden lender to re- control of Yes Bank, say - PEC’s plans for deep and ceive a cash injection after it ing it would work swift - prolonged oil cuts were failed in its months-long at- ly on a revival plan for the Oderailed yesterday as non- tempt to raise enough money lender. OPEC Russia refused to support the move arguing that it was too early to predict the impact Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Saudi energy minister, arrives at the Opec meeting of a coronavirus outbreak on global energy demand, sources held bilateral talks. and more extended move than no plans to talk to the Saudi US trade deficit narrows in said. Two OPEC sources said OPEC expected. leadership, dashing hopes that Failure to secure a deal be- and non-OPEC have failed to But they made the proposal a deal could be clinched at the January; exports, imports fall tween OPEC, Russia and other reach a deal after five hours of conditional on Russia and other very top. members of an alliance known informal consultations. non-OPEC producers backing But inside the OPEC head- as OPEC+ that has propped up Ministers from the Organiza- the curbs. quarters informal consultations prices since 2016 could send tion of the Petroleum Exporting continued for more than five weak oil prices into tailspin. Countries said the coronavirus ‘There is a problem’ hours. The official meeting of Brent crude has lost a quarter outbreak had created an “un- Novak, who held bilater - OPEC+ ministers was delayed for of its value this year, tumbling precedented situation” that de- al discussions with his Saudi several hours from its scheduled below $50 a barrel, a level that manded action, as measures to counterpart Prince Abdulaziz start at 0900 GMT. puts OPEC budgets under severe stop the virus spreading damp- bin Salman, has made no public Libya’s representative at the strain. ens global economic activity and statements about the proposed talks, National Oil Corporation A high-level Russian source oil demand. extra cuts during his trips to and Chairman Mustafa Sanallah, and two OPEC sources said Forecasts for 2020 demand from Vienna this week. left the OPEC building telling re- Russian Energy Minister Al- growth have been slashed but Existing cuts by OPEC+ porters, “No white smoke yet”, exander Novak told OPEC that Moscow has long argued it was amount to 2.1 million bpd, but referring to the means used by Moscow was only ready to dis- too early to assess the impact those have failed to support oil the Vatican to announce a new cuss extending existing output and sources said Novak deliv- prices. pope has been chosen. cuts. ered the same message on Fri- “There is a problem. OPEC has The proposed new cuts would “That position won’t change,” day. no intention to cut without Rus- be on top of existing curbs due the Russian source said as OPEC ministers said on Thurs- sia. We need to do something or to expire in March. OPEC min- OPEC+ ministers gathered at day they backed an additional the consequences will be drastic isters have also called for ex- An aerial photo looking north shows shipping containers at the Port of OPEC’s Vienna headquarters, 1.5 million barrels per day (bpd) for everyone,” a source from a tending the existing deal, taking Seattle and the Elliott Bay waterfront in Seattle, Washington where formal talks designed of oil cuts until the end of 2020, Gulf producer said. total supply reductions to about to thrash out a deal were post- equal to around 1.5 percent of The Kremlin said on Friday 3.6 million bpd or about 3.6pc of business spending. poned for hours as ministers global demand, a much bigger President Vladimir Putin had global supplies. Falling imports are The coronavirus epidemic • has disrupted businesses and also likely to lead to production in China, with Bei- shortages, which could jing extending the Lunar Year Tesla wins hurt both consumer holidays in an effort to limit and business spending the spread of the virus. approval to sell Traders bet Fed will slash Some factories that have restarted work are running longer-range Reuters | Washington below normal capacity, which China-made rates to zero by April economists says will weigh on he US trade deficit nar- Chinese exports. Model 3 vehicles Reuters | Chicago Trowed more than expect- The politically sensitive ed in January as imports de- goods trade deficit with Chi- utures traders are betting clined, and further decreases na increased 5.1pc to $26.1 Fthe Federal Reserve will are likely as the coronavirus bn in January, with exports slash US interest rates to near outbreak disrupts the flow of tumbling 18.7pc and imports zero by April, even as many goods and services. falling 1.2pc. doubted the central bank can The Commerce Department Trade added 1.5 percentage do much to stop economic dam- said yesterday the trade deficit points to GDP growth in the age from the spread of the new dropped 6.7pc to $45.3 bn also fourth quarter, exceeding the Reuters | Beijing coronavirus. as exports fell. 1.17 percentage points contri- With cases of the illness sur- Data for December was re- bution from consumer spend- esla Inc has secured passing 100,000 globally, and vised slightly to show the trade ing, which accounts for more TChinese government stock prices continuing their gap widening to $48.6 bn in- than two-thirds of US econom- approval to sell longer- slide, prices of futures contracts stead of $48.9 bn as previously ic activity. range China-made model tied to the Fed’s key overnight reported. The economy grew at a 2.1pc 3 vehicles in China, the lending rate reflected better- US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell Economists polled by Reu- annualised rate in the fourth Ministry of Industry and than-even bets the central bank ters had forecast the trade quarter, matching the pace Information Technology will push its target rate down to stimulus at the signing of a $8.3 Oxford Economics’ Gregory gap tightening to $46.1 bn in notched in the July-Septem- said yesterday. the 0 to 0.25 per cent range by billion funding bill for vaccine Daco. “If authorities decide to January. ber period. The vehicles will have a its April meeting. research and public health pre- close schools, severely restrict When adjusted for inflation, In January, goods imports driving range of more than That level has not been seen vention efforts. travel and limit all nonessential the goods trade deficit fell $2.3 fell 2.0pc to $203.4 bn. 600 kilometers before they since the financial crisis and Most Fed policymakers have movement, the US economy will bn to $77.7 bn in January. There were decreases in im- need to be recharged, the its aftermath. Already this shied away from calling explic- fall into a recession – with zero While the smaller trade defi- ports of industrial supplies and ministry said in a state - week the Fed made an emer- itly for more stimulus, but more GDP growth in 2020 – putting cit would provide a boost to materials, as well as imports of ment, while the current gency half-percentage-point analysts have been making the an end to its longest economic the calculation of gross domes- other goods. China-made Model 3 has rate cut to help shield the U.S. case for it. expansion ever.” tic product, declining imports Goods exports fell 1.0pc to a standard driving range of economy from effects of the “Policy should focus on pro- St. Louis Fed President James mean less inventory accumu- $136.4 bn in January. more than 400 kilometers. outbreak. tecting the incomes of sick Bullard said on Bloomberg Tel- lation, which could offset the There were decreases in Tesla started delivering US President Donald Trump workers, including vulnerable evision that more action by the lift to GDP. exports of capital goods and cars in December from its on Friday called for the Fed groups like the self-employed, US central bank could come “at Falling imports are also like- industrial supplies and mate- $2 billion factory in Shang- to do more, in response to a and supporting the eventu - any time” as policymakers mon- ly to lead to shortages, which rials. But motor vehicle and hai. question about further fiscal al rebound in output,” wrote itor the situation. could hurt both consumer and parts exports increased. 06 SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 society

Southern Governor Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa appreciated the efforts of the security officials in ensuring a well-organised camping season. The Southern Governorate had earlier announced that the 2019-20 season would run from November 20 until March 20, 2020.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani, met in his office at the Ministry’s General Court, CEO of GCC Interconnection Authority, Ahmed Al Ebrahim. During the meeting, the Minister of Foreign Affairs welcomed Mr Al Ibrahim, praising the great efforts made by the GCC Interconnection Authority in providing electrical energy to the GCC member states and enhancing their sustainable development plan 2030.

Indian Cricketer Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan who is the only number 11 batsman from India to score a first-class century, visited the Indian School Bahrain (ISB) and The Gulf Downstream Association (GDA), in collaboration with training partner Honeywell UOP, held a three-day workshop for 26 Bapco, KIPIC and Samref employees on “Fired Heaters”. The course, which was interacted with the students. Principal V R Palaniswamy, Vice-Principals and Physical Education teachers attended the interactive session. delivered by a senior UK-based UOP Fired Heater Specialist, Javed Hanson, was designed to provide participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to improve the operation, profitability and safety of a plant’s fired heaters. 06 SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 07 society

Southern Governor Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa appreciated the efforts of the security officials in ensuring a well-organised camping season. The Southern Governorate had earlier announced that the 2019-20 season would run from November 20 until March 20, 2020.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani, participated in the meeting of The League of Arab States at the ministerial level in its regular session (153), which was held at the headquarters of the League of Arab States in Cairo, the brotherly Arab Republic of Egypt, headed by the Minister Responsible for Foreign Affairs in the Sultanate of Oman, Yusuf bin Alawi bin Abdullah. During the meeting, the Minister of Foreign Affairs addressed a speech to the Council, in which he pointed out that the region and the Arab world face internal and external risks and challenges affecting Arab national security and joint Arab action, which Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani, met in his office at the Ministry’s General Court, CEO of GCC Interconnection Authority, Ahmed Al Ebrahim. requires joint efforts and unification During the meeting, the Minister of Foreign Affairs welcomed Mr Al Ibrahim, praising the great efforts made by the GCC Interconnection Authority in providing in order to preserve the security and electrical energy to the GCC member states and enhancing their sustainable development plan 2030. safety of our countries.

On Wednesday 4th of March 2020 the Rotary Club of Salmaniya held it’s regular lunch meeting at the Golden Tulip Hotel. Guest speaker was the French Ambassador Jerome Cauchard who spoke about the bi-lateral relationship between Bahrain and France. Incoming President Amera Ismail received a cheque from Dr Adel Hubail CEO of Tasheelat for the upcoming raft race. The meeting ended with a cutting of the cake for the members birthday and anniversary celebrations during The Deputy Director-General of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science and the Gulf Anti-narcotics Directors attended a meeting with officials from the United Nations the month. Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 63rd Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) in Vienna, Austria.

The Gulf Downstream Association (GDA), in collaboration with training partner Honeywell UOP, held a three-day workshop for 26 Bapco, KIPIC and Samref employees on “Fired Heaters”. The course, which was The Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah Al Dossari, received at his office at the Ministry’s General Diwan, Indian Cricketer Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan who is the only number 11 batsman from India to score a first-class century, visited the Indian School Bahrain (ISB) and former Minister of State for Middle East Affairs in the United Kingdom, Alistair Burt, during his visit to the Kingdom of interacted with the students. Principal V R Palaniswamy, Vice-Principals and Physical Education teachers attended the interactive session. delivered by a senior UK-based UOP Fired Heater Specialist, Javed Hanson, was designed to provide participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to improve the operation, profitability and safety of a plant’s fired heaters. Bahrain. 08 SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 world

Seven missing after Pakistan Migrants, police in fresh clashes building collapse as toll hits 16 at Turkey-Greece border

Greek police fired tear• gas at migrants trying to break through the fence

The clashes came a• day after Turkey The residential building in Karachi had been constructed as a four-storey and Russia agreed a complex, but another floor was added about a year ago, in violation of ceasefire in Syria construction rules Karachi ing collapse rose (from 11 on Thursday) to 16, after five Pazarkule | Turkey more bodies were pulled out of akistani rescuers using the rubble today,” Salma Kau- rief clashes broke out Ptheir bare hands searched ser, a senior health official in at Turkey’s border with Friday for seven people miss- Karachi, told AFP. BGreece yesterday, where ing after an apartment building An official at the Abbasi Sha- thousands of refugees have been Greek officials accused Turkey of firing tear gas and smoke bombs at their border guards and providing cutters to collapsed, as more bodies were heed hospital confirmed the encouraged by Ankara to leave migrants to break through fencing pulled from the rubble, taking toll. for the European Union. the death toll to 16. Rehan Hashmi, a senior mu- Greek police fired tear gas wards. ment does not... change the in months on Friday, although Soldiers have been deployed nicipal official, said the army at migrants trying to break Turkey, which already hosts fact of the European Union’s previous peace agreements have to help in the search efforts had been deployed to help through the fence, who re - some four million refugees, said non-compliance with its prom- proved temporary. after a five-storey building with the rescue and recovery sponded by throwing stones, the ceasefire did not change its ises as part of the 2016 refugee The ceasefire was welcomed and two adjoining houses col- mission. according to AFP journalists at need for greater assistance in deal,” presidential sources told by the EU’s top diplomat. lapsed in the port city of Kara- “Seven people are still miss- the scene. dealing with the humanitarian state news agency Anadolu. “For sure I am pleased for chi on Thursday. ing, but it is premature to say Calm was quickly restored, crisis triggered by the Syrian Turkey agreed in 2016 to the ceasefire, the ceasefire is The residential building whether they were trapped with hundreds of migrants sit- conflict and other crises in the stop letting migrants leave in good news. At least it’s good- had been constructed as a under the debris or not,” Hash- ting peacefully in front of the region. exchange for six billion euros will -- let’s see how it works,” four-storey complex, but an- mi said. gates, chanting “peace”, “free- It backs some of the rebel -- but Ankara says other parts Josep Borrell said as he arrived other floor was added about Narrow alleyways have re- dom” and “open the gates”. groups in Idlib and declared a of the deal including improved for talks on the migration issue a year ago, in violation of con- stricted the access of heavy Makeshift camps for thou- military operation last week in visa and trade rules were never with EU foreign ministers in struction rules, officials said machinery to the disaster site, sands of migrants have sprung a bid to stop the Syrian advance, fulfilled. Zagreb. earlier. meaning much of the rubble is up around the border since which has displaced close to a Russia, which backs Syri- “But there’s still an extraor- A building inspector said the being cleared manually. Turkish President Recep Tayy- million people. an government forces with dinary humanitarian challenge sewage system appeared to Authorities have sealed off ip Erdogan said last week they On Friday, Greek officials air power, agreed to impose that I think we all face in terms have triggered the disaster, but the area, with soldiers stand- would no longer be stopped accused Turkey of firing tear a ceasefire in Idlib from mid- of the sheer numbers of refu- a full technical investigation ing guard and blocking curious from trying to leave the country. gas and smoke bombs at their night and the skies were free gees,” added Irish Foreign Min- would be carried out. onlookers in the city’s central Many say they are being border guards and providing of warplanes for the first day ister Simon Coveney. “The death toll in the build- district. pushed to leave. cutters to migrants to break “They (the Turkish military) through fencing. told us that if you don’t go to the “There are coordinated at- border... you will be forced to tacks this morning,” a Greek come back to Turkey and people official told AFP. “Apart from don’t want to come back be- intimidation, these attacks are cause they don’t have any good taking place from the Turkish opportunities, there isn’t any- police to help migrants cross the thing,” Ali, an Iranian, told AFP. fence border line.” The clashes came a day af - ter Turkey and Russia agreed ‘Non-compliance’ a ceasefire in Syria following a Erdogan’s office said the Syr- months-long assault by Damas- ian ceasefire would not alter its cus on the last rebel stronghold, policy on refugees leaving for which has created another huge Europe. At least 16 people were killed in the Karachi apartment building collapse wave of refugees heading north- “The Russia-Turkey agree- Migrants wait at Greek border in Turkey Ronaldinho, brother will not face prosecution for fake passports Asuncion dedicated to the production of According to the in- detected upon arrival at the ormer Brazilian football star false documents,” he said. spector leading the Asuncion international airport, FRonaldinho and his brother Brazilian authorities with- investigation Gilberto according to Delfino. were “deceived” and will not drew Ronaldinho’s passport in The former Barcelona, AC face prosecution for traveling November 2018 after he failed to Fleitas, Ronaldinho was Milan and Paris Saint-Germain to Paraguay on false documents, pay a $2.5 million fine for envi- given a fake passport by forward and his brother trave- officials said Thursday. ronmental damage incurred dur- Brazilian businessman led using “doctored Paraguay- Prosecutor Federico Delfino ing the building of a property in Wilmondes Sousa Lira, an passports and fake identity said he had recommended not Porto Alegre, in southern Brazil. who has been arrested cards,” Delfino said. pursuing Ronaldinho and his The World Cup winner and However, Marin insisted that brother Roberto de Assis Morei- his brother were questioned for Ronaldinho had traveled with ra. more than seven hours by the leading the investigation Gilber- his own documents and was not “But on the condition of ad- public prosecutor in Asuncion. to Fleitas, Ronaldinho was given subject to travel restrictions. mitting committing the crime of Ronaldinho had been invited a fake passport by Brazilian busi- Marin added that the two which they are accused, in this to the Paraguayan capital by a nessman Wilmondes Sousa Lira, Brazilians faced no restric - case the use of false documents,” foundation for needy children, who has been arrested. tions on their movements in he said. and to promote his new book. Marin said Ronaldinho had Asuncion. Ronaldinho’s lawyer had earli- The 39-year-old and his broth- told the public prosecutor that Interior minister Euclides er denied that he and his brother Ronaldinho had his Brazilian passport withdrawn in November 2018 after failing er went to the prosecutor’s office the documents in question were Acevedo earlier said Ronaldin- had used fake passports to enter to pay a $2.5 million fine for environmental damage in the morning alongside Par- given to him a month ago in Bra- ho’s celebrity would not spare Paraguay. aguayan lawyer Adolfo Marin. zil. him. “We have proceeded to charge information to the investigation” sified Paraguayan documents, “They decided voluntarily to Former two-time world play- “As an authority, we couldn’t several people,” Delfino told the and were then removed from he said. stay and submit themselves to er of the year Ronaldinho and ignore this irregularity,” he said, press. the case. “The information that they the public prosecutor’s investi- his brother were detained on adding that those who allowed “Ronaldinho and his brother The brothers were acting in provided is very useful in dis- gations,” said Marin. Wednesday at their hotel. Ronaldinho into the country Roberto contributed relevant “good faith” in receiving the fal- rupting a criminal organization According to the inspector Their fake documents were would also be investigated. SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 09 Nubians tame crocodiles for selfie-snapping tourists

AFP | Aswan, Egypt heads still adorn the doors of gan filling in 1964, 44 Nubian tempered by growing up in the the traditional blue and white villages were flooded. home with us and being cared eep in the Nubia, a region domed homes. While the Nile’s crocodiles for,” he said. along the Nile in south- Crocodiles represent an im- benefited from the new habitat, Francesca is the star of the Dern Egypt, a baby croco- portant physical totem of bless- Nasser never fulfilled his prom- show in the village, Hassan dile sits on Mamdouh Hassan’s ings in Nubian belief. ise to adequately compensate says. She was named by Italian shoulder to wow tourists. In Gharb Soheil a stuffed croc- Nubians with new land. tourists who enjoyed her sunny The reptiles are a source of odile on the door shows that Instead, about 50,000 Nubians personality, so Hassan kept the income for Egypt’s Nubian mi- the homeowner keeps the large were displaced to villages north name. nority, with visitors paying to reptiles as pets. of the dam, on the west bank of Visitors snap selfies with the marvel at the tamed creatures. Outside his humble home the Nile near Kom Ombo and lounging beasts, while the vil- But beyond bringing in tour- in the village, Hassan gently Aswan -- a narrow strip of land lagers regale the tourists with ist dollars, crocodiles play an rubbed the back of Francesca with limited space for agricul- Nubian folk tales about the croc- important role in the culture of -- a 1.5-metre (five-foot)-long, ture. odiles. the ethnic group with a history 15-year-old crocodile. Ever since, Nubians have Hany, a tourist from Cairo, dating to Pharaonic times and its “I have raised her since she demanded the return of their was delighted with the spectacle own unique language. was born,” the 45-year-old said lands and have maintained their of Hassan opening the croco- The Nubians traditionally lovingly of his pride and joy. culture by modernising their diles’ mouths wide with his bare Mamdouh Hassan’s father taught him how to raise and tame baby crocodiles lived along the banks of the Nile “She lives on fish, meat and traditions. Keeping crocodiles hands. in southern Egypt with roots chicken.” became a way to supplement “I came here with my family extending into northern Sudan. incomes and promote their her- to spend school holidays, for the In Gharb Soheil, a Nubian vil- Pet crocodiles itage. kids to enjoy seeing the crocs,” lage near Aswan, mummified During the reign of president Hassan learnt to domesticate the 35-year-old said. croco- Gamal Abdel Nasser, the con- crocodiles from his father. dile struction of the Aswan High “My father was one of the first ‘Angels of the Nile’ Dam created a reservoir people in the Nubian village For ancient Pharaohs, the over traditional Nubian who really pioneered the idea crocodile-headed god Sobek lands. of bringing in crocodiles as pets embodied the fluid nature of When to lure tourists,” he said. the Nile and was prayed to for Lake In the 20 years since, he has protection from the annual Nas- developed a keen sense for floods. ser where and when wild crocodile A temple is dedicated to Sobek be- eggs will hatch. in Kom Ombo, engraved with Female crocodiles lay their pictograms and hieroglyphics eggs along the banks detailing the embalming of croc- Mamdouh Hassan holds a taxidermied crocodile at his home in Gharb Soheil of Lake Nasser odiles. from its gut and filled with straw haired, 37-year-old cafe own- Mamdouh Hassan where Hassan To this day, Nubians maintain or sawdust. Large crocodiles er who recommends Hassan’s (R) shows a crocodile watches for the a tradition of crocodile taxider- take about a month to mummi- terrarium as a must-see tourist to visitors at his baby reptiles to my, one that remains true to a fy while a smaller one dries in a attraction, rhapsodised about crocodile terrarium emerge before centuries-old technique. few days, Hassan said. the importance of crocodiles to in the Nubian village carrying them “Although we know very well “This is Franco, who died Nubians. of Gharb Soheil, on the west bank home. the value of crocodile leather, last month,” he said of the large “The Nile for the Nubian rep- of the Nile river in “The croco- we do not sell it... we cherish it,” mummified head of one of his resents life... everything that southern Egypt dile’s aggres- Hassan explained. former pets. roams in it we consider angels,” sive nature is A dead crocodile is skinned Abdel-Hakim Abdou, a curly- he said. Indian women take reins in birthplace of modern polo

Polo dates back centuries in Manipur Women polo players are becoming more prevalent in Manipur, considered the Manipur ponies are regarded as sacred in the state The female players also play a central birthplace of the modern incarnation of the sport role in caring for the ponies

Imphal | India oingambi Kangjei Lup Polo male-only sport in the state. But by the late 1980s, few government of Manipur now 40 ponies. Club, told AFP. “It was a men’s game. It was a men were playing it in insur- sponsors a women’s polo tour- “You wouldn’t believe how aishram Thadoi’s face is a “We want female junior play- martial arts form, it was warri- gency-wracked Manipur and the nament every year.” much we love the ponies. We Lpicture of concentration as ers to think like this... We tell or-like,” Manipur Horse Riding ponies -- sacred in the state, and live with them from morning till she adjusts her helmet and pre- them ‘Don’t be scared, you will and Polo Association president central to its culture and identity ‘Deep connection’ night every day and they are like pares to play in Manipur, the also play like us’.” Hawaibam Deleep Singh said. -- were dwindling in numbers The involvement of female a part of us. remote Indian state regarded as Manipur, in the foothills of the “It was very brutal and rough as their habitat shrank due to players was intertwined with “We have this deep connec- the birthplace of modern polo. Himalayas, has produced some -- like practising for a real war.” urban development. the survival of the ponies, which tion with them.” The 35-year-old, who is soon of India’s top athletes including The game dates back centu- Fearing their beloved sport experts feared were on the brink Polo is a rich man’s game in wielding her mallet and riding champion boxer Mary Kom. ries in Manipur, where it first and ponies would die out, Singh of extinction. other parts of the world but in a pony at a full gallop, is among Even so, polo -- which resem- came to the attention of British and others banded together to The ponies were once worth Manipur, it is integral to regional a group of women players chal- bles horseback field hockey, and colonialists who formalised it revive the game by attracting next to nothing but as more traditions and is embraced by all lenging the rural region’s all- whose Manipuri version, “Sagol as polo and spread it around the new players. women started playing, demand levels of society. male traditions in the sport. Kangjei”, is played with riders world. “The natural extension... was rose and their value increased. The women’s involvement “If men can play polo why on indigenous ponies -- is usu- to start with women,” Singh said. Singh said some of the women flies in the face of the usu- can’t we do it too?” Thadoi, a ally viewed as a “We are working to promote have also become experts at car- al expectations in Manipur member of the Linth- women’s polo and the ing for the animals, and rescue that they should primarily be them from accidents like falling caregivers. into construction pits Thadoi is a mother of two and drains. and works as a PE teacher in the “Sometimes state’s sports department, as do when we can’t the Khundongbam sisters. save them Teammate Okram Ashalucky, they die. It’s 23, who is an accountant, said very sad, her father initially did not want we cry,” said her to pick up the sport, fearing Khundongbam she would get hurt. Habe, who “But still we are working hard with her sis- and playing with courage and ter cares for belief that we will play better more than than men,” she said. 10 SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020

Katy Perry

Mandy Moore: I’m making Taylor Swift music on my own terms again donates $1mn for Los Angeles and have so much fun on tornado affected stage – it’s really contagious. inger-actress Mandy And I remember one of the Los Angeles Moore says she is really first times watching Taylor Sproud to be making music thinking, ‘I’m kind of jealous inger Taylor Swift has do- again on her own terms, and because I want to be up there. nated a whopping $1 mil- is excited about the I miss this so much’. It was a Slion to aid Nashville, Ten- future. real light-bulb moment of, ‘I nessee tornado relief efforts. Moore re- have to figure out a way to The “Blank Space” hitmak- Perry, Bloom push back Japan turned to find myself on stage again’,” er’s publicist, Tree Paine, con- music after a Moore told usatoday.com. firmed to The Tennessean that wedding over COVID-19 fear decade for her Asked how does it feel to the longtime Nashville resident Los Angeles album “Silver finally have personal and has handed over the cash to the Landings”. artistic freedom, she said: Middle Tennessee Emergency “I think “It’s emotional, and it’s all Response Fund, reports ace- inger Katy Perry and actor it all start- starting to hit me. It’s showbiz.com. Orlando Bloom have re- ed when sort of come in waves “Nashville is my home… and Sportedly postponed their I started over the last year of the the fact that so many people wedding date after deciding it’s dating my writing and record- have lost their homes and so the wrong time to visit Japan. husband ing process – it’s like much more in Middle Tennes- Perry confirmed reports (Taylor every little step has see is devastating to me,” Swift she was expecting her first Goldsmith). been something new wrote in a statement on her child — Bloom’s second — on Traveling for me to really stop Instagram story. Wednesday, reports aceshow- Orlando Bloom around and appreciate She included a link to the biz.com. with them, and reckon with, Response Fund and encour- A source told Entertainment vows in 2021, by which time they’re an and I think tour- aged fans to donate to the Tonight the star couple have the “Roar” singer will be a incredi- ing won’t be an cause. had second thoughts about mother. ble live exception. Swift also responded planning a big wedding in the Japan is one of the high risk band quickly to Nashville’s flood- Far East due to the coronavi- countries with over 1,000 cas- ing drama a decade ago 2010, rus outbreak, and as such they es of coronavirus on record, founding the Taylor Swift are now planning to exchange with overall 12 deaths. Charitable Fund.

Kareena IIFA 2020 Daniel Craig Katrina Kaif: I don’t believe in ego Mumbai Kapoor joins Insta, postponed due could play James receives warm welcome to coronavirus Bond again ctress Katrina Kaif feels fortunate that biggies like Shah from netizens outbreak Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Akshay Kumar and Salman Mumbai Bhopal AKhan are her friends, and says she respects them and ego doesnt come into friendship. “I don’t need to look at, ‘why have you hurt my ollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan is finally he International Indian ego’. That’s your problem. Disrespect is differ- on social media. On Friday, the “Jab We Met” TFilm Academy Award ent. You must stand up and defend (against) Bactress surprised her fans by making her de- (IIFA) ceremony, which that. What purpose does ego serve? I’m just but on Instagram. The recent post she uploaded was scheduled to take place a person,” Katrina said. on the social media application is a picture in Indore city of Madhya Daniel Craig “Whether it is Shah Rukh or Hrithik, Ak- of herself in all-black and golden tracksuit. Pradesh by March-end, shay or Salman, I’m very fortunate to call “The cat’s out of the bag. #HelloInsta- has been postponed due to Los Angeles them friends and they are important to gram,” she captioned the image. coronavirus scare. me. I can talk to them any time. I re- Her Instagram account has already The organisers of the fes- spect them and when you respect got a blue tick, and has a profile pic- tival on Friday released a ollywood star Daniel someone, ego doesn’t come into ture of a very young Bebo. statement, confirming the HCraig could play James it,” added the actress. Welcoming Kareena on Instagram, changes in the festival’s Bond again despite once The actress will soon be seen her sister and actress Karisma Kapoor dates. saying that he’d rather slash in “Sooryavanshi” with Ak- posted a cute post for the former. “#IIFA2020 postponed his wrists. shay and she says that the “Brace yourselves @in- …With due regard to the The upcoming ‘No Time oft-repeated perception that stagram She’s here !@ka- growing concerns around To Die’ has been promoted she is a “blockbuster star reenakapoorkhan. Wel- the spread of the COV- as the 52-year-old’s last-ev- but not a great actor” nev- come to the gram bebo,” ID-19 virus and keeping er outing as secret agent er bothers her. Karisma wrote. the health and safety of II- 007. But now, it’s claimed She said: “My focus was to Kareena’s Ins- FA’s fans and the general that the actor could be re- be a star. I wanted to be loved by tagram handle community at large, after turning for a sixth Bond people and seen by people. That goes by the consulting the Madhya movie after having a change came from when I was growing username of Pradesh government, the of heart, reports informed. up. I have zero inhibitions about “KareenaKa- IIFA management, and “I don’t think Daniel is hiding and changing that. That’s poorKhan”. stakeholders from the film finished with James Bond, my journey and my story, and Earlier, industry it has been decid- despite his previous claims. I have to own that. I did exact- she had re- ed to postpone to a later He was in this same position ly what I set out to do. Every vealed that date the much-awaited four years ago after Spec- day I realise how fortunate I she had a se - IIFA Weekend and Awards tre came out, where he said am to say that. I wanted to be cret Instagram 2020 celebrations which publicly and loudly that he known in every household, my account, just to were originally scheduled was done and then, as time idol was Hema Malini ji and stalk people. at the end of March 2020,” passed, he just wasn’t,” a that’s what I was interested it read. movie source told. in being.”

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12DAYS TO BAHRAIN sports GRAND PRIX 2020

Alisson ruled out of Liverpool’s Atletico Guardiola wary of ‘best’ Man showdown Utd side ahead of derby clash AFP | London “Unfortunately Ali is out. He AFP | Manchester had a little incident in train- iverpool manager Jur- ing before the Chelsea game,” Lgen Klopp says Brazil Klopp told reporters yesterday. ep Guardiola says Man- goalkeeper Alisson Becker “We all thought it was noth- chester City will face the will miss Wednesday’s cru- ing and it was clear he would “best” Manchester Unit- From what I’ve P seen in videos of cial Champions League clash not play anyway, the plan was ed team of the season in Sun- against Atletico Madrid after he was on the bench. day’s derby as they prepare to their games, the suffering a hip injury. “There, we thought, ‘Come go head-to-head for the fourth players follow him Alisson sustained the mus- on, we don’t have to take any time this season. (Solskjaer). I saw cle problem in training this risks’ so left him out of the The 3-0 win over Derby in the commitment week and was sidelined for squad. the FA Cup on Thursday made they had and it’s Liverpool’s FA Cup fifth-round “There was a scan the next it nine matches unbeaten across defeat at Chelsea on Tuesday. day and they found something. all competitions and 22 goals getting better. Scans confirmed the 27-year- So now he is out. We will see scored for United, although City Now it is their best old will be out for at least a next week for sure and then are also in top form after five moment of the week, starting with the leaders’ we will see. straight wins. season Premier League match against “Next week no, that means City boss Guardiola said Ole PEP GUARDIOLA Bournemouth on Saturday and Atletico. I don’t want to say no Gunnar Solskjaer was having a Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (left) and Manchester City including next week’s last-16 (to the Merseyside derby on positive influence on his team. boss Pep Guardiola look on during a match second leg with Atletico. March 16) but I don’t know if “From what I’ve seen in vid- Champions League he will be available. eos of their games, the players al player and that is why Man what I have seen,” he said. “I ing the theory that Sunday’s holders Liverpool “He is not available for follow him (Solskjaer),” he told United bought him.” watched their recent games and meeting matters more to United. face Atletico at An- tomorrow and then the next his pre-match press conference they were incredibly aggres- “When we believe it’s more field trailing 1-0 af- week. We have to judge the yesterday. Away wins sive and that will happen at Old important for them, we are go- ter the first leg situation anew. “I saw the commitment they All three derbies so far this Trafford. ing to lose,” he said. in Spain. “I would say after the had and it’s getting better. Now season have been won by the “In some games they defend- “We have to have belief, that is Klopp international break 100 it is their best moment of the away side, with United twice ed but I watched them at Goodi- so important. I’ve never played hopes the per cent. Whatever we season.” victorious at the Etihad and City son and they played a good game a game thinking about points or injury is can get before that, we United’s upturn has coincided winning 3-1 at Old Trafford in (the 1-1 draw at Everton last Sun- whether it is more or less com- not se- will see.” with the arrival of Bruno Fer- the first leg of the League Cup day).” fortable. Every game we play, we rious, With Alisson nandes for an initial £47 mil- semi-final. The title has effectively gone try to win.” but he sidelined, Liv- lion ($61 million) from Sporting But Guardiola has won all for City, with Liverpool needing Guardiola is hopeful that admit- erpool will Lisbon. three of his league derbies at just four wins to wrap up the Kevin De Bruyne will be availa- ted Alisson have to rely on The Portugal international Old Trafford. Premier League, while United, ble to play at Old Trafford. may not reserve ‘keeper has made and scored goals and United were described by Liv- in fifth place, are embroiled in a The Belgian injured his back return until Adrian, whose he has had a galvanising effect erpool manager Jurgen Klopp as battle for a Champions League in the League Cup final win after the in- mistake led to at the club. defensive earlier in the season spot. over Aston Villa last week and ternational Alisson Chelsea’s open- “Sometimes the big players but that is not a view shared by Second-placed City are 15 did not feature in the FA Cup break later in Becker ing goal for Wil- can make a good influence,” said the City boss. points ahead of their cross-city win at Sheffield Wednesday on March. lian on Tuesday. Guardiola. “He is an exception- “It doesn’t look like that from rivals but Guardiola is not buy- Wednesday.

Solskjaer backs Ighalo to improve further Lampard bemoans severe Chelsea injury crisis AFP | London a late fitness test on his own re-injured it on his first training AFP | London Achilles issue. session with us.” rank Lampard bemoaned Lampard revealed Lof - Lampard said former Chelsea anchester United striker Fyesterday the “worst inju- tus-Cheek and Christian Pulisic manager Carlo Ancelotti, now MOdion Ighalo is fulfilling ry” crisis among the Premier played in an “in-house game” in charge at Everton, would all the expectations of the Pre- League’s top sides as his Chel- at Chelsea’s training ground receive a warm reception on mier League club when they sea team prepare to face Ever- yesterday. his return to Stamford Bridge signed him on loan and the ton with as many as nine front- Jorginho starts a two-match on Sunday. Nigerian will only improve as line players unavailable. league suspension, while Kante The Chelsea boss said he had he gets used to his new team “It hasn’t been spoken about is still out with an adductor enjoyed working as a player mates, manager Ole Gunnar that much but we’ve had prob- problem, Andreas Christensen with the Italian during his spell Solskjaer said. ably the worst injury list of remains doubtful and Tammy at the London The 30-year-old, who took a certainly the top group of the Abraham is out with his ankle club, which in- pay cut to secure a loan move table I think, lots of numbers complaint. cluded Premier to Old Trafford from China’s injured, important players in- Meanwhile Callum Hud - League and FA Shanghai Shenhua in January, jured, (N’Golo) Kante, (Ruben) son-Odoi suffered a recurrence Cup triumphs. netted a brace in Thursday’s 3-0 Loftus-Cheek and others,” of his hamstring injury in his FA Cup victory over second-tier Lampard said yesterday. first full training session back Manchester United’s Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo scores his team’s second Derby County that sealed a spot goal during the match against Derby County “We started the season that with Chelsea’s first team. in the quarter-finals. way and it’s happened again in “Callum had a re-injury, yes- Boyhood United fan Ighalo the tin and what we asked for You can get the ball up to him the middle of the season. And terday. We’re having a scan on has taken his tally to three goals when we signed him...there’s and he can keep hold of it. It’s we’re working against that to him this afternoon. So he will from two starts in the absence more to come. He’ll improve, hard to be a central defender try to get the best results.” be longer than expected,” Lam- of injured first-choice Marcus he’ll get sharper and more used against him when he’s look- Mateo Kovacic is out of Sun- pard said. Rashford, earning praise from to us. I have no doubt,” Solsk- ing for you first and he buys day’s match at Stamford Bridge “It’s tough, he wasn’t rushed Mateo Solskjaer. jaer told a news conference. himself half a yard just by that with an Achilles problem while back, and we had all the signs Kovacic “He’s doing what it says on “He has a physical presence. movement.” Brazil forward Willian will face that he was fit to train. Then he Klopp urges Liverpool to ‘fight’ way out of mini-slump AFP | London Manchester City at the top of the The 3-0 defeat at Watford brought fidence, losing costs you confi- urgen Klopp has urged Liver - league table. an abrupt end to a run of 18 straight dence, that’s completely nor- Jpool to “fight” as the runaway Tuesday’s FA Cup defeat at the victories in the Premier League but mal,” the Liverpool boss told Premier League leaders battle to hands of Chelsea followed a shock they need just four more wins to his pre-match press conference end their mini-slump against rel - Premier League loss against Watford guarantee winning the title for the yesterday. egation-threatened Bournemouth last week. first time in 30 years. “You start thinking about dif- today. In February they lost 1-0 to At - Klopp said his team’s approach ferent things. It’s a long while ago Liverpool have lost three of their letico Madrid in the first leg of would not change despite their rocky (since a bad spell) but one defeat past four matches in all competi- their Champions League last 16 run. feels like two defeats -- it’s not a tions but remain 22 points clear of tie. Jurgen Klopp reacts during a match “Of course winning gives you con- massive difference. SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020 12 Roman River claims day’s richest prize

The imported horse won• the NBB Cup at REHC yesterday

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oman River claimed an impressive victory yes- Rterday to lift the National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) Cup in the richest race of the day at Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC). VIPs at the event The M and E Racing winner, trained by Alan Smith and rid- den by Terry Cain, clinched first A winner receives his trophy place in the six-furlong event in a time of one minute 10.533 seconds. Roman River claimed the li- on’s share of the BD5,000 total prize as he bested the six other competing imported horses aged three years old and up. Likethelook finished two lengths behind as the runner-up for Ramadhan Stable, Jaber Ramadhan and Abdulla Faisal; while Sunsprite came third for Al Afoo Racing Stable, Lee New- man and Mohammed Saeed. Pont Vert competing for Jassim Mohammed Asad, Abdulrahim Jasim and Ramzi Al Baqlawa was fourth while completing the A winner receives his trophy prize winners. dicate, Abduljaleel Mallah and Fateel Brothers Syndicate, All seven races of the day yes- Andrew Elliott. Prince Elzaam Basem Mahdi and Marcialis Jau- terday offered the winner an came fourth for Al Mohamediya res; Punk came third for Abdulla NBB Cup. Racing, Jaber Ramadhan and Fawzi Nass, Hesham Al Haddad Action from one of yesterday’s races The finale was held over five Paddy Mathers. and Husain Makki; and Emerald furlongs with a BD3,000 total In the day’s fifth race, Gold came fourth for Late Abdulra- Alan Smith and Rosie Jessop; Nardeen completed the six-fur- Victorious, Alan Smith and Lee prize, and it was won by Ma - Spinner claimed the win sool K Darwish Stable, Abdulla while Waseela was third for long distance in 1:14.179 to take Newman. caque. Owned by Victorious, amongst the 13 three-year-old Haji and Ahmed Maki. Shaikh Isa bin Duaij bin Sal - the lion’s share of the BD2,000 Earlier in the day, Maymu - trained by Hesham Al Haddad and older imported horses. In race four, Safwa won in man bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, total prize. na won the 10-furlong, BD2,000 and ridden by Abdulla Faisal, Competing for Al Afoo Racing 1:26.783 for HH Shaikh Isa bin Hesham Al Haddad and Paddy Wilayah was second a half- second race in a time of 2:08.341 Macaque triumphed in 1:50.737. Stable, Mohammed Saeed and Abdulla bin Isa Al Khalifa, James Mathers. Cha Cha took fourth length back for HH Shaikh Ham- for Abdulla Fawzi Nass, Hesham Vale Do Sol was five lengths Lee Newman, Gold Spinner Naylor and Abdulla Faisal. Safwa place for Victorious, Alan Smith ad bin Abdulla bin Isa Al Khal- Al Haddad and Husain Makki; behind in second place, also completed the seven-furlong defeated 10 other locally bred and Maitham Ahmed. ifa, James Naylor and Andrew while Al Mlolesh 1748 clinched for Victorious and Hesham Al race in 1:24.867 to come away entrants in the seven-furlong The third race of the day saw Elliott; while Hayel came third the first race, held over six fur- Haddad but ridden by Husain with the biggest share of the race, which carried a BD2,000 Nardeen triumph for Feras Sami for Al Nuwayef Racing; Abdulla longs with a BD2,000 prize, in a Makki; while International Man BD3,000 prize. prize. Nodisasgoodaswink was Hashem Al Meshqab, Osama Kuwaiti and Abdulla Faisal. Blue time of 1:24.959 for Victorious, was third for Al Mallah Syn - Tamaady was second for the runner-up for Victorious, Hashim and Ebrahim Nader. Angel completed the top four for Yousif Taher and Abdulla Faisal.

Bangladesh whitewash Millman comeback puts Australia in charge Zimbabwe in ODI series AFP | Adelaide But the Australian, cheered forehand. on by a patriotic crowd, broke He carried the momentum as Liton breaks record rousing comeback saw John back and took the second set in a into the second as Monterio’s AMillman stun Thiago Sey- tiebreaker before running away error count mounted, racing both Wild to give an Australian with the third to post a gutsy to a 4-1 lead before his focus team missing Nick Kyrgios a 2-0 4-6, 7-6 (7/0), 6-2 win. lapsed and the Brazilian roared lead over Brazil in their Davis “I think I showed a bit of grit back to 4-4. Cup qualifier yesterday. out there,” said Millman. “I But it was ultimately Thomp- With a slot in the Madrid fi- used the bench, the team and son’s day, with another break nals at stake, Jordan Thomp- I soaked up the experience of in the 10th game handing him son put the home team on the (captain) Lleyton (Hewitt) and victory. front foot in the opening singles, Rochey (coach Tony Roche). “It was just a really solid beating the experienced Thiago “That’s what Davis Cup is all match,” he said. “I’m really Monterio 6-4, 6-4 at Adelaide’s about, never giving up.” pleased with the result and the Memorial Drive. Earlier Thompson, who im- performance.” It looked like the visitors proved his Davis Cup record to Hewitt’s team is without Kyr- would strike back in the second 7-4, ensured Australia started on gios who is dealing with a wrist rubber as rising star Seyboth a winning note. injury that forced him to retire Wild, who won his first ATP ti- The opening set went with in Acapulco last month, while tle in Chile last week, served serve until he lifted his inten- Alex De Minaur was a late with- Bangladesh’s Liton Das plays a shot for the match at 5-4 against sity to convert on his first set drawal as he struggles to get John Millman of Australia celebrates AFP | Sylhet, Bangladesh ladesh to 322-3 in 43 overs in Millman. point with the help of a netted over an abdominal tear. winning the match the rain-hit match. angladesh beat Zimbabwe Set a revised target of 342 in Bby 123 runs in their sec- 43 overs under the DLS meth- ond one-day international to od, Zimbabwe were bowled complete a 3-0 sweep in the out for 218 in 37.2 overs. Dier ready to play after row with Spurs fan: Mourinho three-match series in Sylhet Mohammad Saifuddin yesterday as Liton Das ham- claimed 4-41 for Bangladesh, AFP | London with a fan. edly abusing his brother before frame of mind to feature at Turf mered their highest individual with Sikandar Raza making 61. Dier climbed into the stands being led away from the inci- Moor. ODI score. The two teams will now play Tottenham manager Jose at the Tottenham Hotspur Sta- dent, which is likely to trigger a “Eric is in the right frame Opener Liton struck 176 off in a two-match Twenty20 in- wMourinho says Eric Dier dium to confront a supporter Football Association probe. of mind to play tomorrow, of 143 balls to beat the mark set ternational series, with the will be selected against Burnley following Wednesday’s FA Cup Dier was reported to be un- course. The only thing that mat- by Tamim Iqbal, who hit an matches scheduled at Dhaka’s on Saturday after declaring the fifth round defeat against Nor- flustered once he returned to ters is: first of all, that nothing unbeaten 128 yesterday, just Sher-e-Bangla National Stadi- England midfielder has recov- wich. The 26-year-old tried to the dressing room and Mour- really big happened,” Mourinho three days ago, to guide Bang- um on March 9 and 11. ered from his astonishing row approach the fan who was alleg- inho insisted he is in the right told reporters yesterday.

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