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29-426: The name Isa refers to Isa ibn Salman Al Khalifah , a former ruler of Bahrain, from 1961 to 1999. Isa Town largely comprises affluent newly constructed villas, and is home to many members of Bahrain's educated middle class. In 2002's election it was one of the few areas of Bahrain not to be entirely represented by an Islamist or right-wing MP, with Abdnabi Salman of the formerly communist Democratic Bloc winning

58-751: A key financial centre in the Persian Gulf area took place. Nevertheless, critics note that he also dissolved Parliament, taking on absolute power. Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa died of a heart attack on 6 March 1999 at the Government House in Manama , shortly after a meeting with the United States defense secretary William Cohen . He was 67. The last function he attended was the funeral of King Hussein , which took place less than

87-620: A month before his death. US President Bill Clinton expressed "deep sadness", as did Graham at the news of the emir's death calling him "a good friend of peace". UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan also expressed "great sadness", and described the emir as "a force for stability" in the region. He was buried at the Al-Rifa'a cemetery. He was succeeded by his eldest son, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa . Rashed Al-Majed Rashed Al-Majed ( Arabic : راشد الماجد ; born 27 July 1969 )

116-728: Is a Saudi singer, actor, musician, and record producer. He has been active since 1984. Rashed Al-Majed is one of the most famous singers in the Middle East and has released almost 40 records. His songs often have emotional and romantic themes. He has worked with the Saudi national operetta in Jenadriyah and has recorded with them more than eight times. He has performed numerous concerts in Saudi Arabia , Bahrain , Kuwait , Qatar , Oman , Egypt , Lebanon , Jordan , France , and

145-719: Is famous for its traditional marketplace . Isa Town also houses most of the private schools in Bahrain, with the Indian School , The New Indian School , Pakistan Urdu School , Sacred Heart School , Ibn Khuldoon National School , Pakistan School , The Bahrain Bayan School , the Naseem International School and the St. Christopher's School , all concentrated in a small zone which also includes

174-700: The United Kingdom . In addition, he is one of the largest producers in the Middle East, owning the Art Jazeera channel and a 50% stake in Platinum Records with MBC Group . Rashed Almajid was born to a Saudi father and Bahraini mother on 27 July 1969 in Manama , Bahrain. Almajid has two brothers and four sisters. Almajid spent most of his childhood in Bahrain and obtained a high school diploma there. Almajid's artistic journey started at

203-599: The leftist and Islamist camps, which reached their peak in 1994 (see: History of Bahrain ). During his reign there was an arrangement between him and his brother, Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman , whereby the Emir was assigned a diplomatic and ceremonial role, while Khalifa controlled the government and economy as Prime Minister . Isa was one of the founders of the Dar Al Maal Al Islami Trust which

232-677: The Bahraini guitarist Khalid Al-Thawadi and the Brothers Band ( Arabic : فرقة الأخوة ) drummer, Wajeeh Hassan live in Madinat Isa. 26°10′25″N 50°32′52″E  /  26.17361°N 50.54778°E  / 26.17361; 50.54778 Isa ibn Salman Al Khalifah Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa ( Arabic : عيسى بن سلمان آل خليفة ; 3 June 1933 – 6 March 1999) was a Bahraini royal who served as

261-920: The Isa Town campus of the University of Bahrain. The National Driving School and the Directorate of Road Traffic have their headquarters in Isa Town. Other offices include the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Information , which includes the Bahrain Radio & TV broadcasting station, in Isa Town. Besides the market, the main landmark is the Bahrain National Stadium . The new Bahrain Polytechnic has also opened on

290-774: The Persian Gulf . In the year 1987, Almajid released the album Khal Al-Taghali in the style of Arabian Jalissa where a lot of Oud sounds were used. This year was a very important year in Almajid's career as it was the first time he was chosen to sing in the Ginadryah festival in Saudi Arabia. His performance lasted 45 minutes and was created and orchestrated by Al-Hamad, who used a lot of folklore and contemporary Arabian melodies. In 1988 and 1989, Almajid released three albums: one Jalissa style and two studio albums. Some of

319-494: The age of 15, specifically when his teacher Hamad Al-Hamad appreciated his talent and predicted a bright future for him. His teacher also wrote many of the melodies of his early songs. Almajid's first song Hilwa Ya Al Bahrainiya (You Pretty Bahraini girl) was broadcast through Bahrain TV in the show Bab Asindibad (Sinbads Door). Almajid's first public album went to market late 1984 which was called Aah Ya Qalbi (Oh My Heart) while Almajid

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348-616: The first Emir of Bahrain from 1961 until his death in 1999 (after having previously ruled as Hakim of Bahrain until 16 August 1971). Born in Jasra , Bahrain, he became emir upon the death of his father, Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa . Isa was born in Jasra to Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Mouza bint Hamad Al Khalifa (1933-2009), the daughter of Hamad ibn Abdullah Al Khalifa, and succeeded his father as emir upon his death in November 1961. He

377-475: The healing and recovery of King Fahd of Saudi Arabia . For this album, he collaborated with the artist Mohammed Abdu and the poet Prince Khalid bin Faisal Al Saud. In the same year, Almajid released the album Al-Musafir, which contained the song Al-Musafir that conquered the top of most Arab music charts. This album is Almajid's highest selling album; it is estimated at one million copies sold. Some of

406-465: The most famous hits from these albums include: Jatini Taqoli, Sayyad Al-Ghawani, Qasat Daiaa Abaid, Dai’atni, Wadatni, etc. In 1990, Almajid released an album entitled, Tal Intithari, which was produced with Tawkeelat co-operation for artistic productions. In the same year, he also released the album Hoob Al-Watan which coincides with the Iraqi Invasion of Kuwait. Hoob Al-Watan (Love of Country)

435-622: The notable songs of that album include: Sawlifak, Weinak Habibi, Wahshtni, Tafnan, Ash Min Shafak, Al-Mahba, etc. In late 1997 and early 1998, Almajid released two new records: Asaudia (for the celebration of the Saudi football team reaching the World Cup) and Tadhak Aldunya. Both albums received excellent feedback and success. Between 1999 and 2001, Almajid released another two albums: Ala Meen Tel'abha and Weily. The most distinct characteristics of Almajid's music emerged between 1997 and 2001 under

464-444: The proposed constitution . He then attempted to introduce a moderate form of parliamentary democracy , and men (though not women) were given the vote in parliamentary elections in 1973. In August 1975, however, he dissolved Parliament because it refused to pass the government-sponsored State Security Law of 1974 . The parliamentary system was never restored in his lifetime and forced the emir to contend with occasional protests from

493-506: The seat. In 2006's election , ex-Harvard academic Dr Munira Fakhro of Wa'ad lost in controversial circumstances to Sunni Islamist Dr Salah Ali of Al-Menbar Islamic Society . It was one of the twelve municipalities of Bahrain after being split off of the municipality of al Mintaqah al Wusta in 1988, then became apart of the Central Governorate till September 2014 when it became part of Capital Governorate . Isa Town

522-470: The set of La Lilzawjat (TV series), but did not receive positive feedback from the viewers. He performed some of his songs in this TV series. A year later, Almajid's fame was still growing due to his two albums Shartan Al Thahab and Aghla Habeeba, both released in 1994 and 1995 respectively. The album Shartan Al Thahab achieved outstanding sales. In 1996, Almajid released a patriotic themed album entitled: Safwat Malook Al-Arab. The album release coincided with

551-465: The site of the old Bahrain University. Pakistan School, Bahrain ( PSB ; Urdu : پاکستان اسکول بحرین ) is a Pakistan International School located in Isa Town, Bahrain . The school was founded in July 1968 by a group of overseas Pakistanis . Originally the school was housed at a rented building in Manama with 100 students. With a gradual increase in enrollment, the need to construct a school building

580-412: The supervision of Kuwaiti producer Mishal Al-Arouj and co-production with Tarek Akif. Almajid's career extended more than three decades. Throughout these years, he was able to expand Arabic music and establish a wide fan base throughout the Persian Gulf region and North Africa. In 2002, Almajid released the album Mashkalni which sparked a lot of media attention, mainly due to the new direction Almajid

609-600: Was The Lebanese show Khaleik Fi Al-Bait, hosted by Zahi Wahbi. In the year 2003, Almajid released the Iraqi-influenced song Ayoon within the album Hadaya. This song topped many Arab music charts even though the music video (which had the cost of US$ 120 thousand) received criticism in the media. From 2003 onwards, Almajid stayed away from releasing studio albums and was content with releasing singles, mostly with an Emirati influence. He also had and continues to collaborate with singer and producer Fayez Al Saeed and

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638-506: Was again expanded and on 25 September 1993, Jinnah Block was inaugurated. On 5 June 1995, Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan inaugurated Sir Syed Block. On 15 July 2012, the Isa Town marketplace caught fire, damaging more than 450 shops and causing damages amounting to hundreds of thousands of dinars . It took dozens of firefighters and around 30 fire engines more than five hours to control the blaze. There were no reported casualties although two firemen were hospitalized due to smoke inhalation . It

667-482: Was deemed necessary, to provide all modern educational facilities. At the request of the managing committee of the school, the Kingdom of Bahrain leased land in Isa Town for the construction of the school. The Minister of Education Ali M. Fakhro, laid the foundation stone of the school on 10 January 1983 while H.E Salman, Crown Prince of Bahrain performed the inauguration of the building on 23 March 1985. The building

696-406: Was estimated that two-thirds of the market was destroyed. Bahrain's Prime Minister , Khalifa bin Salman al-Khalifa , ordered a probe to be set up to investigate the incident. Alwalil Hospital Bahrain partners with Prime Sports & Medical Agency of England for recruitment of Nurses, Radiologist, and Laboratory Technician and Medical Assistance for Employment Saudi singer, Rashed Al-Majed ,

725-534: Was initiated by Saudi royal Mohammed bin Faisal Al Saud , King Faisal 's son, in 1981. Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa had one wife, his cousin Sheikha Hessa bint Salman Al Khalifa (1933–2009), daughter of Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa. They married on 8 May 1949. They had five sons and four daughters: During his 38 years as Emir, the economic transformation of Bahrain into a modern nation and

754-633: Was installed on 16 December. Isa visited Ayetollah Mohsin Al Hakim in Najaf in 1968 to indicate his keenness to reinforce relationships with the Shia . During his reign, Bahrain gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1971. While the government initially considered joining the United Arab Emirates , Isa had his country withdraw (along with Qatar ) over his dissatisfaction with

783-667: Was one of the most praised works of Almajid and the first album to be released by Aljazeera Arts and Productions (Which Almajid later bought). Then in the year 1992, he released the album called Abshar Min. This album further elevated Almajid's status in the market. Two of the most famous songs of that album were: Ayooni and Ma Yanfa. The year 1993 was considered to be a turning point for Almajid. He achieved stardom when he released two records that year: Adunya Hathooth and Allah Kareem. Songs from these albums spread vigorously throughout different radio and TV stations as they won many music awards. That same year, Almajid experimented with acting on

812-540: Was still fifteen. The album included five songs of which most were co-produced with his teacher Hamad Al-Hamad. The most famous of these songs was Al-Barha (Yesterday), which was the opening theme of the show Nimr Bin Idwan. In the year 1986, Almajid released his second album titled Lee Bint Aam. A song from that album with the same title had the biggest success and the best response from fans especially in Arab States of

841-536: Was taking by adding a very distinct Emirati flavour to his songs. Hussain Al Jasmi (singer) helped in the composition of the album's title song Mashkalni. During that period, Almajid became very publicly active and went on many talk shows and interviews which allowed him to gain even more momentum in his new found style. It is worth noting that Emirati style music was not very widespread when Almajid incorporated it into his music. The most notable TV show Almajid went on

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