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Benzina makes history with hijab at World Cup
ADELAIDE: Nouhaila Benzina became the first player to wear a hijab during a Women’s World Cup game when she sported the Muslim headscarf in Morocco’s match against South Korea on Sunday. World governing body FIFA lifted its ban on footballers wearing the hijab nearly a decade ago, after previous concerns over player safety.The 25-year-old defender Benzina, who plays her club football in Morocco, ran out against South Korea in Adelaide to...
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Exploring and understanding physiotherapy
By Ahmad AliKUWAIT: In recent years, physiotherapy has progressively become more of a popular means of treatment not only to deal with injuries, pain or structural conditions, but also as a method of recovery. Kuwait Times spoke to physical therapist Seham Brito to shed light on the concepts, specificities and misconceptions of physical therapy.Kuwait Times: For those who are unfamiliar, what is physiotherapy?Seham Brito: Physiotherapy is a...
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Real estate studies institute to catalyze growth of sector
By Mansour Al-TamimiThe real estate sector plays a crucial role in the economic growth and development of any nation. In Kuwait, the real estate market has been experiencing remarkable growth in recent years, with a steady increase in demand for residential, commercial and industrial properties. However, to sustain this growth and ensure the sector’s long-term success, it is essential to establish a specialized institution dedicated to real...
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Defense ministry raises enlistment age to 55
KUWAIT: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Sheikh Ahmad Fahad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah issued a decision on Sunday whereby non-commissioned officers and individuals wishing to re-volunteer in the military no longer have to wait a specified period before they can do so. The decision also raises the age limit for people who want to join the military to 55 years, in accordance with the controls decided by the Presidency of the General Staff of...
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NBK Supports LOYAC’s “KON” program
KUWAIT: As a platinum sponsor, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) welcomes the participants from LOYAC’s program “KON”. This social entrepreneurship program is co-created with Babson College, the most prestigious entrepreneurship college in the United States and the number one institution in the world for entrepreneurship education. The program aims to introduce young adults between the ages of 12 to 16 to the world business and to turn their...
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Strict laws, campaigns needed to protect pets from being abandoned
By Ghadeer GhloumKUWAIT: Kuwait has witnessed a remarkable spread of irresponsibility towards animal rights, with a rise in cases of people abandoning their pets, which has reached an alarming level. Due to the concerning spread of this unfortunate behavior, Kuwait Times interviewed Elika Mansouri, founder of iCare Kuwait, and Shahad Al-Otaibi, rescuer of stray animals and abandoned pets.Kuwait Times: In what ways can society work together to...
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Kuwait University admits 8,457 students for 23/24
KUWAIT: On Sunday, Kuwait University announced the names of 8,457 students admitted to the first semester for the academic year 2023/2024 in the medical, scientific and humanitarian colleges, as well as 601 students for the academic year 2023/2024 in three colleges, including Engineering, Energy, Computing, Systems, Business and Entrepreneurship in Abdullah Al-Salem University. The Acting President of the University, DR Fayez Al-Dhafiri, said:”...
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Kuwait to respond firmly against bids to undermine security
KUWAIT: Kuwait will deal "firmly" with any effort aiming to jeopardize the nation's security, Interior Minister Sheikh Talal Al-Khaled Al-Sabah said on Sunday, emphasizing that no one is above the law. Security personnel will remain vigilant and steadfast in efforts to keep the nation's security intact, he told senior officials from his ministry, underlining the "gratitude" of the country's political leadership for such measures.This came in a...
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Back on track: Europe's night trains make bumpy comeback
VIENNA: Night trains have made a comeback in Europe thanks to their low-carbon footprint, but after years of neglect, the renaissance has had a bumpy ride. Operators admit that the trains are outdated - with passengers facing the occasional delays, technical problems or malfunctioning toilets - while companies compete in an overloaded network. Despite the challenges, national rail operators are giving night trains another chance while startups...
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Kids share thoughts on the idea of marriage
By Faten OmarKUWAIT: The idea of marriage can be different from one adult to another, where some may consider marriage as a fairytale that will last forever, while others see it as a responsibility that requires hard work and understanding partners. On the other hand, children can also have a perception of marriage that adults give to them indirectly. Children often see their parents as role models for marriage and observe their interactions....
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Kuwait committed to combating human trafficking, says official
KUWAIT: Kuwait commits itself to international criteria for combating human trafficking, migrant smuggling and protecting victims, said a Kuwaiti official on Sunday. Undersecretary of the Kuwaiti Justice Ministry Hashem Al-Qallaf made the remark while launching a campaign entitled: “Together against Human Trafficking”, co-organized by the Permanent National Committee concerned with Implementing the National Strategy to Prevent Trafficking in...
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Mounting oil demand behind rise in crude prices: Kuwaiti experts
KUWAIT: Two Kuwaiti oil analysts said that the rise in crude oil prices in last week's trading, which reached their highest level since last April, was driven by an improved outlook for global oil demand and additional stimulus measures for the Chinese economy. The analysts said in separate statements to the Kuwaiti news agency (KUNA) on Sunday that oil prices rose for the fifth week in a row in the futures markets by about 8.4 percent for Brent...
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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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TRIPOLI: Libya's Central Bank headquarters in Tripoli. -- AFP
Libya central bank head flees country over ‘threats’
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US ambassador Karen Sasahara
US media roundtable: Spotlight on US-Kuwait military, economic ties