Plastic Bag Crackdown Details, Airport Road Upgrades & Historic Gold Market Drops

Plastic Bag Crackdown Details, Airport Road Upgrades & Historic Gold Market Drops

On today’s episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, we break down the major updates across the island, starting with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce enforcing a ban on single-use plastic bags below 57 microns ahead of the August 20, 2026 deadline. We then cover a massive commuting update from the Ministry of Works as Phase 3(A) of the airport access road project hits 47% completion, bringing a flyover designed to carry 16,000 vehicles per hour through Muharraq. Additionally, we unpack global economic shifts as gold prices face their sharpest monthly drop since 2008, followed by an official public safety announcement from the Cyber Crime Prosecution regarding the pre-trial detention of an individual over sectarian social media remarks.

44°C Heatwave Alert, Riffa's Viral New Skatepark & Surviving the Summer Indoors

On today’s episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, we break down the biggest headlines and summer trends taking over the island, starting with a major weather advisory as Bahrain braces for a prolonged heatwave with blistering highs of 44C alongside a marine warning for strong winds. We then dive into the massive community hype surrounding Riffa Skatepark, the Kingdom's brand-new, first-ever public skatepark built by PremierQ behind the National Stadium that has quickly captured the eyes of local riders and creatives. Additionally, we cover an important national update as HM King Hamad and HRH the Crown Prince send cables of deep condolences to Saudi Arabia's leadership following a tragic helicopter accident in Ras Tanura.

HRH Crown Prince Announces 4-Day Ashura Long Weekend, Elite Group 1 Horse Racing Status & High Wind Weather Shift

Cancel your morning alarms because a massive 4-day long weekend is officially locked in for the Kingdom! In today's episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, your host Rama breaks down the official Ashura public holiday circular issued by HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister—giving the public sector Thursday through Sunday off!

Historic $1.5M Horse Racing Upgrade, Muharraq’s BD12M Coastline Project & A Major Weather Warning

In today's episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, your host Rama breaks down a massive weather warning as temperatures hit a blazing 44°C and humidity levels skyrocket to a brutal 90% across the island.

Public Schools Go IB, Shaikh Rashid at Art Basel & The Expired Food Fraud Conviction

In today's episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, your host Rama breaks down a massive historical first for education in the Kingdom: public schools are officially adopting the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) program starting this September!Plus, we celebrate elite Bahraini fine art as HE Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa’s monumental "Crate Maze – White" takes over Art Basel’s exclusive Unlimited hall in Switzerland. We're also covering a major update from the Lower Criminal Court following the high-profile conviction of an expired food fraud ring, and closing out with Rama’s summer survival tips to beat the 40°C+ heatwave!