The education system of Bahrain is one of the oldest formal systems in the Arabian Peninsula, with influence from religious tradition, to modernization and state reform. It has developed from early communal learning into a centralized national system. Education in Bahrain began with kuttab schools, informal religious learning spaces where children studied handwriting, Arabic, Qur’an memorization, and basic arithmetic- for uses connected to pearl‑diving and trade. Their commun

Bahrain rises from the Arabian Gulf as a small island nation with a history far larger than its size. For thousands of years, its islands have been a crossroads for traders, sailors, and empires. Ancient Dilmun, which flourished here more than 4,000 years ago, became a center of commerce linking Mesopotamia with the civilizations of the Indus Valley. Today, Bahrain’s wildlife includes Arabian oryx, gazelles, desert foxes, and an extraordinary variety of marine life surroundin

Across the Arab world, expectations surrounding women’s clothing vary considerably, but modesty remains an important principle in many Muslim communities. In the conservative societies of the Persian Gulf, women may wear an abaya, a loose-fitting outer garment that covers the body, often paired with a headscarf. Yet beneath this flowing black silhouette can be an entirely different world of fashion. Designer dresses, tailored suits, silk garments, elaborate shoes, and luxury

A dimly lit historic alleyway in Dubai showcasing traditional architecture and a serene atmosphere; Dubai, UAE | Photo Credit: Eslam Mohammed Abdelmaksoud Runner-up A vibrant view of Doha's illuminated skyline reflecting on the Arabian Gulf at night; Doha, Qatar | Photo Credit: Fatih Turan