Bahrain tops Arab world in media useMore Bahrainis read newspapers, books and magazines and listened to the radio compared to the rest of the Arab world, despite a major spike in Internet surfing across the region, a report said. However, the Internet has become the More… |
Bahrain firm launches TV, radio unitBahrain-based Unisono, a leading independent creative agency, has announced the launch of its television and radio division. The division is to be headed by Julia Klein, who has more than 25 years of experience in the film and television i More… |
Bahrain signs key deals to train radio, TV staffBahrain’s Information Affairs Authority (IAA) has signed contracts with several key international media firms to train staff and provide programming to improve Bahrain Radio and Television Corporation (BRTC) services. IAA president Shaikh More… |
DSC explores content creation opportunitiesDubai Studio City (DSC), a member of Tecom Investments’ media cluster, recently explored opportunities for local content creation with key industry stakeholders at a forum during the Dubai International Film Festival (Diff). Built on an ar More… |
Sabco to launch new radio station in OmanSabco Media, a leading media group in Oman, has confirmed its plans to launch a new English radio station in the next few weeks. The new station Merge 104.8 will reflect the diverse cultures and tastes of Oman’s population, Sabco said in a More… |
Fujairah firm to set up TV, radio in S SudanFujairah Media Group (FMG), a leading Fujairah-based broadcasting company, signed a protocol with South Sudan, undertaking to set up a number of television and radio stations in the state. The agreement with the Central Equatoria State of More… |
Sharjah TV announces new Ramadan programSharjah TV and Radio and Sport Channel has unveiled a new programme for Ramadan which will discuss various aspects of life relevant to the holy month. “We have looked behind the scenes of the theatre, identified the most valuable plays, an More… |
Radio 'jammers' face stiff fines in BahrainUnlicensed radio frequency users in Bahrain could face fines of up to BD500,000 under a new crackdown, it has been announced. Such practices, which include the use of 'jammers', could interfere in emergency services and licensed ra More… |
ARN to discuss ‘radio power’ in marketingArabian Radio Network (ARN), the largest radio broadcasting group in the UAE, has launched a series of educational seminars to help businesses harness the power of radio into marketing strategy. Titled ‘ARN Business Club’, the initiative c More… |
Bahrain Radio, TV staff plan protestMore than 200 Bahrain Radio and Television employees are planning to stage a protest over low pay and cuts in shifts as well as overtime today. The protest, to be held outside the Information Ministry building, Isa Town, at 2.15pm, follows More… |








