Bahrain Press

Manama, Nov. 13 -- (BNA): Below are some of Bahrain newspapers headlines on local events: HM King receives UK's Senior Defence Advisor for Middle East, emphasising Bahrain's keenness on boosting bilateral relations with the United Kingdom. HM King: Royal Charity Organisation delivers development projects to Somali people. HRH Prime Minister patronises first international conference on infectious disease control in Bahrain in February. 301 observers register to monitor parliamentary, municipal elections. 419 final number of municipal and parliamentary contenders after withdrawal door closed. Ex-Parliament Vice Chairman pulls out of elections. Public Prosecution: Accused who admitted to possession of firearms and ammunition kept in precautionary custody. Construction of new island between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain at King Fahd Causeway. Merger of GCC electricity with Arab markets. Gulf Political Media Forum hosted in Bahrain with participation of Arab experts. Bahrain national team to play Yemeni team in Khaleeji 22. Officer at Reformation and Rehabilitation Centre charged with inmate's torture. Girl, 3, run over by father. 70 new diabetic patients per year in Bahrain.