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Ambassador aspiring to cement cultural bridges with US
WASHINGTON: The State of Kuwait Ambassador to the US Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah affirmed on Saturday her aspiration to bolster cultural bridges with America in various realms and involving Kuwaiti youth in this approach. Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah expressed during the meeting confidence in the Kuwaiti youth capacity to make initiatives useful for the State of Kuwait and for cementing its relations with the US.She affirmed keenness on boosting...
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Unlocking Kuwait’s economic potential
Kuwait is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, with a high GDP per capita and a large oil reserve. However, despite its wealth, Kuwait has one of the lowest rates of land use in the world, with only 8.8 percent of its total land area being utilized for human activities (World Bank, 2019). This is a missed opportunity for economic growth and diversification, especially given the country’s dependence on oil exports, which are subject...
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Kuwait, Saudi to expedite oil projects in neutral zone
KUWAIT: Kuwait and Saudi Arabia agreed during talks on Sunday to accelerate efforts aiming to complete joint oil projects in the neutral zone linking the two Gulf Arab neighbors, underlining that such endeavors are imperative to meet local energy demands. The Kuwaiti-Saudi joint permanent committee convened to monitor the progress on a number of vital oil projects, making sure to eliminate any “impediments” that could hinder their completion,...
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Sparking hope and maximizing youth potential amidst crises
By Ghadeer GhloumKUWAIT: Amidst the global crises this era is facing, where challenges seem overwhelming and instability is concerning people, some sparks of hope emerge through the rise of opportunities. As the world goes through conflicts and crises in various spheres, from climate change and pandemics to social tensions and many other issues, a glimmer of hope has emerged for individuals in sectors such as agriculture, health and technology,...
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No price hikes at local co-ops: Union president
KUWAIT: Prices of commodities at local cooperative societies have not increased and will not be increasing in the future, Abdulwahab Al-Fares, President of the Kuwait Union of Consumer Cooperative Societies, said in a statement on Sunday. “We will support the middle and working class and maintain purchasing power in the country,” he said in a statement.“We are following instructions of the commerce and social affairs ministers regarding not...
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LuLu Hypermarket kicks off ‘Summer with LuLu’ promotion
KUWAIT: LuLu Hypermarket, the leading retailer in the region, launched its annual ‘Summer with LuLu’ promotion on July 5 at its Fahaheel outlet. The promotion, which runs from July 5–11 at all LuLu Hypermarket outlets, was inaugurated by Ministry Official Talal Sadiq, along with the top management of LuLu Hypermarket and the event’s sponsors. Major highlights of the promotion include live mocktail preparation by mocktail specialists,...
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Kuwaiti government sparing no effort in protecting society from drugs: Minister
By Faten OmarKUWAIT: Coinciding with the International Day Against Drug Abuse, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Family and Childhood Affairs held the first social scientific forum under the slogan “Towards a drug-free safe society” at the National Library of Kuwait. In his opening remarks, Minister of Social Affairs Sheikh Feras Saud Al-Sabah said: “Protecting youth from the danger of drugs is a religious, patriotic and moral duty. The...
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US raid in Syria kills IS leader
BEIRUT: A US drone strike has killed an Islamic State group leader in Syria after Russian warplanes harassed MQ-9 drones over the war-torn country, the US Central Command said Sunday. The strike on Friday resulted in the death of Osama Al-Muhajer, IS leader in eastern Syria, Centcom said in a statement. “We have made it clear that we remain committed to the defeat of ISIS throughout the region,” Centcom chief General Michael Kurilla was...
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Polish leader visits Ukraine ahead of NATO summit
KYIV, Ukraine: Poland’s president emphasized the need for unity with Ukraine on Sunday as he visited the country ahead of a NATO summit where Kyiv is hoping to get a clear signal that it could one day join the alliance. “We are stronger together,” President Andrzej Duda said on social media, as he visited the western city of Lutsk with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. Poland is one of Ukraine’s biggest supporters within NATO and...
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Sons’ jailing turns Cuban mothers into activists
SAN JOSE, Cuba: Two years ago, Marta Perdomo and Liset Fonseca were two unassuming Cuban women with little interest in politics and no social media footprint. That changed overnight when their sons were arrested in a mass roundup that followed the biggest anti-government protests in the history of the communist island. Today, they are fervent activists. “Liberty for Jorge and Nadir. Enough. They are innocent,” screams a poster that adorns the...
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England beat Spain to win dramatic Under-21 Euro final
BATUMI: England won the under-21 European Championship for the first time since 1984 as Curtis Jones’ goal beat Spain 1-0 in Saturday’s final. In a dramatic finale in Batumi, Spain captain Abel Ruiz had a 99th-minute penalty saved by Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford to preserve England’s record of not conceding a goal all tournament. “I told everyone this morning I was going to save a pen, and when it was a penalty I knew I was...
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England beat Australia in thriller to keep five-match Ashes series alive
LEEDS: England beat Australia by three wickets in a nail-biting third Test at Headingley on Sunday to keep the five-match Ashes series alive. Harry Brook and Chris Woakes shared a crucial partnership of 59 that took England to the brink of victory before Brook fell for 75 to Mitchell Starc (5-78). The recalled duo of Woakes (32 not out) and Mark Wood (16 not out) then saw England home with more than a day to spare to cut Australia’s series lead...
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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: 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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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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SUN VALLEY, US: Anderson Cooper walks with Sam Altman, chief executive officer of OpenAI, after attending the morning session during the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference in Sun Valley, Idaho. -- AFP
OpenAI and Meta flex muscles as competition in AI sector heats up
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TRIPOLI: Libya's Central Bank headquarters in Tripoli. -- AFP
Libya central bank head flees country over ‘threats’