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US bank on youth as they aim for Basketball World Cup redemption
OKINAWA: Slovenia’s Luka Doncic and France’s Rudy Gobert will be among the NBA’s international stars trying to stop the United States from regaining the Basketball World Cup when the event begins on Friday in Asia. A young USA start the 32-team competition, which is being co-hosted by the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan, as favourites to lift the Naismith Trophy for the first time since 2014.Spain, who beat Argentina in the final four...
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Zain official partner of Team Kuwait at 19th Asian Games
KUWAIT: Zain proudly announces that it will become the official partner of Team Kuwait at the upcoming 19th Asian Games to be held in Hangzhou, China from 23 September – 8 October. The company’s support comes in partnership with the Kuwait Olympic Committee. The exciting partnership was announced during the press conference and coordination meeting held at the KOC headquarters at Jaber Al Ahmad. It was attended by KOC Chairman Sheikh Fahad...
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FM recalls eternal sacrifices made by Kuwaiti martyrs
KUWAIT: Foreign Minister Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Tuesday met with the chairman of the Kuwaiti Association of families of martyrs, prisoners and the missing, Fayez Al-Anzi and board member Nawaf Al-Huwaider. The Foreign Ministry said that during the meeting, they reviewed the great efforts being made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs towards the file of Kuwaiti prisoners and missing persons and nationals of other countries and...
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Al-Shaab joins WHO’s Healthy City Network
KUWAIT: Hawally Governor, and Acting Governor of the Capital District Ali Al-Asfar announced on Wednesday that Sheab area had joined the World Health Organization's (WHO) Regional Healthy City Network. Speaking to KUNA after signing the registration document, Al-Asfar said that the selection was a positive step for the residents of the area.He expressed hopes that all areas within Hawally and the Capital Districts would join the Regional Healthy...
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KU, Lebanon seek exchange of ideas
KUWAIT: The acting rector of Kuwait University, Fayez Al-Dhafiri, received the acting ambassador of Lebanon, Ahmed Arafa, and the visit is aimed at strengthening the bonds of cultural, academic, and research relations between Lebanon and Kuwait University. Al-Dhafiri welcomed the Acting Ambassador, stressing Kuwait University’s need to exchange experiences and cultural ideas between universities and educational institutions in the Arab...
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Indian minister arrives in Kuwait
NEW DELHI: Indian Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan arrived in Kuwait on August 23 - his second official visit to Kuwait since he took office. During the visit, Muraleedharan will hold high-level discussions with Kuwaiti ministers and dignitaries, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement on Tuesday.“He will also interact with various Indian communities and a wide cross section of members of community...
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Kuwait fire Force battles Cement factory fire
KUWAIT: Kuwait fire Force (KFF) announced Wednesday that six teams were able to put off a fire that broke out in a cement and manufacturing paint factory in Shuaiba Industrial area. A report was received at the Central Operations Department midday stating that a fire broke out in a factory which contains flammable chemicals, The Public Relations and Media Department said in a statement.The fire extended to a nearby factory but was quickly...
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Striking a delicate balance between emotion and logic
By Ahmed SabeehKUWAIT: The delicate equilibrium between emotion and logic in decision-making is context-dependent, demanding an understanding of when each element should rightfully take the lead. Psychologist Suha Faraj suggests that love hormones often dominate our choices in relationships, potentially leading to their downfall. However, by combining emotional insight with logical thinking, we can foster healthier connections. “In the...
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KUNA releases new magazine
KUWAIT: Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) has released a new issue of its periodical magazine, including a number of files, topics, and various reports aimed at enriching the culture of readers in various fields and enhancing their knowledge. The director general of the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Dr. Fatima Al-Salem, said in the editorial of the magazine that the issuance of the new issue of the magazine comes after a break of about three years imposed...
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Kuwait 2nd for export, and re-export market for Dubai Chamber
ABU DHABI: Dubai Chamber of Commerce revealed Wednesday that the GCC was the top export and re-export market destination for its members globally during the first half of 2023. Kuwait was ranked as the second top destination for members' exports with a total value of 12.4 billion dirhams ($3.3 billion), the chamber said in a press release. Mohammad LootahSaudi Arabia was named the top destination for members' exports, with the total value...
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Global Crop Trust hails Kuwait’s food security enhancing efforts
BERLIN: The Global Crop Diversity Trust applauded Kuwait’s efforts to enhance world food security and sustainable development. The remarks were made during a meeting between the fund’s CEO Stefan Schmitz and Kuwaiti Ambassador to Germany Najeeb Al-Bader on Wednesday. According to a statement by Kuwait Embassy, Schmitz said that he and Al-Bader discussed boosting cooperation in sustainable agriculture and food security.He added that he had...
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Too many taxis with no benefit: Solutions to traffic congestions
By Khaled Al-AbdulhadiKUWAIT: Taxis are a significant traffic burden, and the interior ministry is actively working to address this issue. Taxis are not considered economically beneficial for the country, and the underdeveloped tourism sector cannot justify their high numbers. Al-Jarida newspaper interviewed the General Director of the Traffic Department at the Interior Ministry Yousif Al-Khadda and asked about the issue of taxi drivers causing...
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KUWAIT: Minister of Public Works Noura Al-Mashaan and a Chinese delegation visit the site of the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port project on Boubyan Island on Aug 31, 2024. – KUNA
Minister, Chinese delegation visit Mubarak Port
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Guests and dignitaries gather at Marina Hotel to celebrate the 102nd anniversary of Turkey's Victory Day.
Kuwait-Turkey defense partnership bolsters regional peace and security
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Kuwait Times Summer Program students pose for a group photo with Kuwait Times/Kuwait News and Gulf Bank teams. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Gulf Bank and Kuwait Times successfully conclude 3rd edition of Summer Program
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Fatemah Al-habib, founder of Qesati, hosting the event.
Kuwaiti athlete shares her story of perseverance en route to Olympics