Bahrain Press

Manama, Aug. 20 -- (BNA): Below are some headlines of Bahrain's newspapers on local events: HM King visits BDF Headquarters. HM King: BDF remains national unity's solid protective shield. HM King praises Al Noaim tribesmen's customary loyalty. HRH Premier lauds Bahrain-French bilateral ties. HRH Prime Minister issues 5 edict. HRH Premier issues edict waiving one year electricity charges from families of deceased subscribers as a humanitarian gesture. Education Minister: 14% teachers' salaries increased. BMD's chairman: Modern system curbs medical errors by 70%. Don't treat friends like foes, ex-envoy tells US. Mobile/laptop passport processing counters at KFC. Governmental committee to study transformation to smart cities. Tourist, businessmen's visa charges hiked. British lady resident in Bahrain: Premier is an exceptionally diligent leader who has full support from the majority. Gang which had stolen 800 rare coins arrested to face trial. (IY)