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Musk removes giant, flashing X sign after furor
SAN FRANCISCO: The company formerly known as Twitter removed a towering, blinking X from atop its San Francisco headquarters Monday after the rebranded tech firm tangled with city officials over the controversial sign. The X, installed on the roof of the company’s downtown office last week, was part of owner Elon Musk’s bid to rebrand the troubled social media giant to the 24th letter of the alphabet. But local residents had complained about...
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Places to go to learn more about invasion
By Faten OmarKUWAIT: Today marks the anniversary of the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, which occurred on August 2, 1990. The crimes of the invasion made an impact on the people of Kuwait, including new generations that witnessed the events as children, along with others who were born later. Some Kuwaiti museums document the brutal Iraqi invasion and remain witness to the extent of the destruction left behind in order to honor those who sacrificed...
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Kuwait recalls Iraqi invasion after 33 years
KUWAIT: In a historically unforgotten epic, most countries stood united as a single group to stand by Kuwait’s leadership, government and people against the heinous Iraqi invasion on Aug 2, 1990. This black day remains engraved in the minds and memories of the Kuwaiti people for good, including new generations that learn about all relevant painful details from their parents and grandparents. On that day, Iraqi forces advanced into Kuwaiti...
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US-Kuwait partnership never been stronger
By James Holtsnider, US Chargé d'AffairesOn August 2nd, we mark 33 years since the United States led a coalition of 35 nations to launch Operation Desert Shield and stand against the occupation of Kuwait. When President George H W Bush learned of the invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990, he quickly announced that the United States considered Saddam Hussein’s aggression and violation of internationally recognized borders unacceptable, saying...
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UK continues to work with Kuwait on defense, security
By Belinda LewisBritish Ambassador to KuwaitAlthough the UK and Kuwait signed the Treaty of Friendship almost 125 years ago in 1899, our bilateral relations date back to the 16th century. The treaty was signed to preserve Kuwaiti independence through British protection. The UK has been at Kuwait’s side numerous times since then, from the days of the protectorate when it was facing the prospect of close rule by the Ottoman Empire, to the threat...
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An appeal to liberate and protect KHNW
By Yousof Al-AmeeriThere will be a day when we sit down to tell and teach our children and grandchildren, how heroes emerged from our people who are small in numbers but large in value and status. We’ll tell them how the entire world stood beside our people at a sad time during which oppression and darkness prevailed, as they carried the beacons of light and freedom in an unprecedented unity. A marble plate welcomes you at the entrance of...
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Co-ops maintained food security, cash flow during dark times
KUWAIT: Chairman of the Federation of cooperative societies Abdulwahab Al-Fares cooperative societies had a prominent role during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. Fares said the brutal invasion was a humanitarian disaster in every sense of the word, pointing out that the Kuwait was able to overcome the difficulties with the determination of its people.He added that during the "seven dark months", cooperative societies opened the doors of their...
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Sheikh Mubarak sponsors new scholarship in UK
KUWAIT: Sheikh Mubarak Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah announced the launch of a new scholarships grant’s program that enables outstanding students to complete their higher studies in the United Kingdom, pointing out that this new initiative includes Kuwaiti and Arab students, and paving the way for them to complete their bachelor's and master's studies at the University of Buckingham in the UK.Sheikh Mubarak said that the launch of this...
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Kuwaitis, Iraqis must not inherit the anguish of conflict, say youth
By Khaled Al-AbdulhadiKUWAIT: Every generation has its own opinion of the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, especially those born after 1990. Some Iraqi and Kuwaiti youth believe those born after the crisis should not inherit the anguish of conflicts that preceded them, as in most countries that have engaged in conflict. They believe the neighboring countries should move on and strengthen their relationship towards prosperity, rather than continuing a...
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Researcher preserves invasion relics to honor martyrs’ sacrifice
By Ghadeer GhloumKUWAIT: Upon recommendations from the deputy director of the office of the late Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and under his guidance, a site was allocated for the establishment of a museum that houses the artifacts and heritage of Kuwait. The museum features the medals, certificates and honors received by the previous and current rulers of Kuwait. Researcher and writer Abdullah Abbas Buwair heads and manages this...
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20 killed and 19 missing as rainstorms hit China
MENTOUGOU: At least 20 people were killed and 19 were missing after heavy rains lashed Beijing and surrounding provinces, state media said Tuesday, in downpours that have submerged roads and deluged neighborhoods with mud. Storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, swept northwards over China after hitting southern Fujian province on Friday, following its battering of the Philippines. Heavy rains began pummeling the capital and surrounding areas on...
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European nations to evacuate citizens from Niger after coup
NIAMEY: France and Italy prepared on Tuesday to fly out their citizens and other Europeans from Niger on Tuesday, six days after a coup that toppled one of the last pro-Western leaders in the jihadist-plagued Sahel and stoked anti-French demonstrations. President Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown on July 26 by his own guard, in the region's third putsch in as many years following takeovers in neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso. After hostile crowds...
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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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US ambassador Karen Sasahara
US media roundtable: Spotlight on US-Kuwait military, economic ties
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TRIPOLI: Libya's Central Bank headquarters in Tripoli. -- AFP
Libya central bank head flees country over ‘threats’