Historic NBA G League Draft, July Fuel Price Drops & The 2026 Holiday Countdown

Historic NBA G League Draft, July Fuel Price Drops & The 2026 Holiday Countdown

On today’s episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, we celebrate an incredible sporting milestone as national basketball team star Muzamil Ameer becomes the first Bahraini and GCC athlete ever selected for the NBA G League, heading to the Dallas Mavericks’ affiliate, the Texas Legends. We also break down the calendar crunch as employees look at a major holiday dry spell with only three public holidays remaining for the rest of 2026. Plus, we bring you good news from the pumps as the Fuel Pricing and Monitoring Committee rolls out price drops for both regular and premium fuel for July. Finally, we take a look at the future of the capital as Manama introduces new plans for shaded, eco-friendly walking and cycling paths to boost sustainable commuting.

AI Cameras Rollout, Record Public Transport Highs & Muharraq SC Treble Win

On today’s episode of the Lovin Bahrain Show, we cover the island's transition into tech-driven infrastructure, starting with the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs revealing plans to expand AI smart camera monitoring across 200 public parks and beaches. We then break down the record-breaking surge in public transport usage as the Kingdom’s red buses hit an all-time high. Additionally, we celebrate Al Muharraq SC capturing a historic football treble under coach Ali Abdulghani, followed by our ultimate indoor guide to beating the forty-four degree summer heatwave with karting, ice skating, and aquariums.

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!