Bahrain Mobility Upgrade: Bahrain pilots Uber Black under a regulated framework with licensed local companies, aiming for a premium, transparent ride experience via the Uber app. Public Safety Watch: Northern Municipal Council flags concerns about a possible “kink” on Bahrain’s newly opened Jasra Flyover after repeated crash marks appear on a curved section, asking the Works Ministry for advice. AI in the Spotlight: ARRAY’s Spectrum AI tops a Snowflake benchmark with Oxford University, scoring highest on document attribution and citation accuracy—positioning it as a grounded, source-linked enterprise AI tool. Space & Education Link: Bahrain Space Agency brings Axiom Space and local universities together to explore research, training and curriculum partnerships for Bahrain’s growing space sector. Digital Learning Research: Arabian Gulf University student Aisha Fouad Al-Burshaid reports that ClassDojo-based English activities boosted sixth-graders’ motivation and achievement in a six-week study. Local Tech/Infrastructure Careers: Bahrain International Circuit appoints Ahmed Sami Altajer as Director of Facilities, adding 15+ years of infrastructure and project oversight experience. Regional Tech & Security: Human Rights Watch alleges Bulgaria licensed surveillance exports tied to Circles BG (NSO Group affiliate) to repression-linked countries, raising pressure on EU dual-use controls. Regional Tech/Transport: flydubai wins “Best Connectivity in the Middle East” for the third year in a row, highlighting its network expansion push. Environment & Community: Bahrain’s plastic recycling initiative turns donated waste into customised wheelchairs for children with disabilities, supporting mobility and independence.