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A 39-year-old customer service coordinator has been charged with embezzlement and money laundering after allegedly stealing over BD35,000 from client accounts. The defendant, a Bahraini national, is accused of using his position at a local bank between March 2023 and April 2024 to facilitate the crimes. According to a police investigation, the defendant allegedly transferred BD35,283 from the accounts of a prominent company and another client to the accounts of his wife and cousin. The funds were subsequently returned to the defendant’s accounts in tranches, with the defendant then using the money for various purchases, payments, and transfers totaling BD15,093.519. Transactions Further transactions included bank transfers of BD9,199.635, cash withdrawals of BD240, and payments of BD761.500. The prosecution alleges that these transactions were designed to conceal the origin of the funds and make them appear legitimate, constituting money laundering. The defendant is also accused of using a branch supervisor’s electronic signature and internal transfer codes without their knowledge or consent to carry out the fraudulent transactions. Transfers The investigation revealed 10 transfers to the defendant’s wife from a client’s account, followed by the return of the funds to the defendant’s account. Similar transactions were identified involving the defendant’s cousin and […]
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A homeowner won BD2,625 in a court after a decor shop failed to deliver promised interior design work, leaving his flat with bare walls and empty rooms. The ruling, confirmed by his lawyer, Taqi Hussain Taqi, mandated the shop to pay this amount. The homeowner had contracted the defendant for the supply and installation of decor at a cost of BD5,800, with the understanding that the project would be finished within a month. Legal recourse After paying BD3,000 upfront, the contractor failed to fulfil the terms, leading the homeowner to seek legal recourse following several unsuccessful attempts to resolve the matter directly. Taqi explained that a review of the agreement revealed that certain tasks had been cancelled, reducing the contract value to BD2,500. This adjustment was intended to help the contractor complete the project, leaving a balance of B500 owed. However, when the contractor still did not meet his obligations, the homeowner issued a final notice before filing a complaint with the Consumer Protection Directorate and the Capital Police. The court found that the homeowner had sued the defendant’s sole proprietorship, which did not possess a separate legal identity from its owner, making the dispute a personal matter. As a […]
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Kuwaiti authorities said they had dismantled an expatriate ring accused of illegally trading in iqamas (residency permits), forging official documents and facilitating the acquisition of iqamas in return for money amid a relentless crackdown in the country on illegal residents. The ring composed of Syrian, Egyptian and Asian nationals had unlawfully transferred the iqamas of those workers living in the country to a local company. Investigations revealed that the company had recruited those workers for sums of money ranging from KD700 ($2,283)) to 1,000 per worker, the Kuwaiti Interior Ministry said. The accused were arrested and referred to the competent agency, the ministry added without further details. In August, Kuwait announced busting two rackets and arresting their members implicated in trading in iqamas via fake companies. The cases surfaced as Kuwait is pressing ahead with a massive-scale clampdown on illegal expatriates. Authorities there have recently mounted nationwide security campaigns to arrest illegal foreign residents, who failed to take advantage of a three-month grace period to rectify their status. The amnesty, which commenced on March 17, allowed illegal expatriates to readjust their residency status, or willingly leave the country without paying fines. The deadline ended on June 30. Irregular expatriates, who […]
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The British School of Bahrain (BSB) has been awarded the “Best in Employee Experience” accolade at the HRM Summit Middle East 2024. This marks the second consecutive year that the school has been recognised for its HR practices, following last year’s award for “Best Recruitment Process” for its Enhanced Safer Recruitment Programme. The HRM Summit Middle East award ceremony brought together professionals and experts from multiple countries to celebrate excellence in human resources practices. BSB’s case study was the only selection in the “Best in Employee Experience” category. The “Best Employee Experience” category is renowned for recognising initiatives that directly impact and contribute to the advancement and relevance of the HR industry. “We are immensely proud of this recognition,” said Cherryl Castil, BSB’s Human Resources Manager. “This award affirms our dedication to maintaining the highest standards in employee experience across the board. It is a testament to our team’s hard work and commitment to excellence and the wellbeing of our community.” BSB has been recognized as a destination workplace in Bahrain, with happy staff and record-low turnover for three consecutive years. Only 17 out of 181 staff have left, which amounts to just 9%—an achievement for international schools.
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The Ministry of Health announced the arrest of two people for practicing the medical profession without a license, in the Hail region. They included a Saudi woman and an Arab national who also engaged in advertising this on a number of social media platforms. The accused were referred to the Public Prosecution to take the necessary legal procedures against them. The ministry stated that the female citizen’s violation involved her false claim through posts on social media that she was practicing traditional medicine and mixtures, as well as treatment of infertility, glands, and clots without obtaining a license to practice the profession. The ministry noted that the Arab national was found to have claimed in an advertisement posted on social media that he was practicing the profession of a specialist to treat speech and learning difficulties without having a license to practice the profession. The ministry urged the public to receive health services only from health facilities and practitioners authorized by it, as well as to avoid those who claim to treat patients through luring via social media platforms. “Such unauthorized treatments, practices or mixtures would be harmful to their health and would expose their safety to risks,” the ministry […]
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The pilot survived when a plane crashed during a routine mission to combat insect disease vectors in the Al-Harith governorate in the southern Jazan region. The pilot is in stable condition, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Saudi National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases (Waqaa) reported the crash of an air control airplane from its operating company. The air control operations against insect vectors in the Jazan region will continue, the Waqaa said.
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A Kuwait Air Force F-18 fighter jet crashed on Wednesday during a training mission, resulting in the death of the pilot, Staff Brigadier Hamad Al Sagr, the official spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense of Kuwait, announced. According to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), investigations are underway to determine details and causes of the accident that happened during a training mission in the north of Kuwait.
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The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has started the operational processes for providing driver and vehicle licensing services to customers. Providing driver and vehicle licensing services through Abu Dhabi Mobility aims to establish a unified, smart, and integrated system for all licensing operations in Abu Dhabi, while offering comprehensive services to customers. Abdulla Al Marzouqi, Director-General of the Integrated Transport Centre, reassured that the provision of these services will not affect the customer experience or commitments made with partners. He also confirmed that driver and vehicle licensing services will continue to be available at all current service centres in Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra region. These services will additionally be accessible through digital platforms, smartphone applications, the TAMM digital government services platform, and contact centres.
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Riyadh Air has announced a sponsorship deal to rename Atletico Madrid’s stadium. Saudi Arabia’s new national airline announced that it has signed a nine-year strategic agreement (valid until 2033) with Atlético de Madrid club that entails renaming the stadium of the Spanish club “Riyadh Air Metropolitano”. The official unveiling of the stadium’s new name is set to take place on October 20 during an upcoming match. Riyadh Air Metropolitano Thousands of fans will witness the new name of the stadium being revealed on the main facades, alongside the airline logo. The partnership with Atlético de Madrid started on August 10, 2023, when Riyadh Air became the club’s official sponsor. During the first year of sponsorship, the airline’s logo was featured on the front of the men’s first team kits in all domestic and international matches. The partnership between the two entities will be further strengthened by this new strategic agreement, which makes the Saudi Arabian company the most important sponsor in the club’s history. It is based on a shared vision that goes beyond the boundaries of traditional sport, focusing on innovation, excellence and sustainability as key pillars of future growth. Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas said: “It is an honour to […]
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Riyadh Season has signed a three-season partnership agreement with the Spanish football league, La Liga, making Riyadh Season the league’s official sponsor. La Liga is considered one of the strongest leagues in the world and home to teams such as Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. The agreement was signed by General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Chief Executive Engineer Faisal Bafarat, and La Liga president Javier Tebas. Riyadh Season La Liga sponsorship The partnership represents a significant step in Riyadh Season’s journey towards global reach. The season aims to provide exceptional events that position Saudi Arabia as a leading global entertainment destination, with generous support from the wise leadership for the entertainment sector and various other sectors. The partnership, which is part of Riyadh Season’s global presence, aims to organise promotional activities and events for both brands and implement joint initiatives between the two parties. The focus will be on football fans and visitors to Riyadh Season, enhancing the season’s attractiveness as a global destination. La Liga’s Tebas affirmed the Kingdom’s importance as a strategic region for the league. He pointed to the great passion that football fans in Saudi Arabia have for the Spanish league and added that the league seeks to […]
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