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AI to ease, not steal jobs: Digital professionals
By Munirah Al-FayezKUWAIT: Despite fears of artificial intelligence (AI) taking over people’s jobs, three digital professionals in Kuwait are optimistic about the technology, they told Kuwait Times. Alaa Murtadha, a computer engineer, said she chose this field of work because she has been interested in digital professions for as long as she can remember. She believes that digital professions, although challenging like many others, give people...
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Kuwait sends two ambulances in aid aircraft to Sudan
KHARTOUM: A military cargo aircraft, carrying nearly 15 tons of medical assistance, arrived at Port Sudan Airport on Wednesday as part of the Kuwaiti humanitarian air corridor for Sudan. The aid cargo, which includes two ambulances donated by Kuwait Society for Relief (KSR), food and clothes, translate into action the sovereign instructions for helping the brotherly people of Sudan, KSR Director General Abdulaziz Al-Obaid said.This is the second...
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Kuwait University launches new language classes
KUWAIT: The language center and the faculty of arts at Kuwait University are developing an Arabic-as-a-second-language program for diplomats to be taught free of charge, said a university official Thursday. The initiative is considered the first of its kind, Director of the language center at Kuwait University Dr Khalid Al-Fadhli said following an orientation meeting for ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, cultural annexes and...
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The stinky truth: How to beat bad breath
By Dr Saad Al-SalehSabah Al-Salem North PolyclinicAs a dentist, I have seen many patients in Kuwait who are concerned about bad breath, also known as halitosis. Bad breath can be an embarrassing problem that affects many people, but fortunately, there are several ways to improve your oral health and stop bad breath. One of the most effective ways to stop bad breath is to practice good oral hygiene. This includes brushing your teeth at least twice...
KUWAIT: An aerial photo shows part of Kuwait City, including Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Centre overlooking the Arabian Gulf Street. —Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Heat in Kuwait to soar in coming days: Meteorology
KUWAIT: Weather in Kuwait is forecast to be quite hot in the coming days but temperature will drop by some degrees at night, the meteorology department reported on Thursday. Abdulaziz Al-Qarawi, the weather monitor, told KUNA that Kuwait would be affected by the seasonal Indian low wave, along with dust-triggering northwesterly winds that lower visibility. Temperatures Thursday were forecast to drop to 31-33 degrees, but will soar Friday to 47-49...
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LuLu opens new fresh market in Kuwait City
KUWAIT: LuLu Group, the leading retailer in the region opened its new fresh market in Kuwait. The new store, which is also the thirteenth in the country, was officially inaugurated by Sheikh Hamad Al-Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Royal Family Member at Jawharat Al-Khaleej Complex in the presence of Yusuff Ali MA, Chairman of Lulu Group and other dignitaries. Located in the heart of Kuwait City and in close proximity to landmarks such as Safat Square,...
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To some people, discount season feels like a scam
By Majd OthmanKUWAIT: The prices of accessories, clothing and related products are falling due to plenty of summer discounts and offers, in addition to the advent of Eid Al-Fitr, when people usually buy new outfits for themselves and their children, not to mention the travel season is in full swing. The affordable prices are attracting buyers from all segments of society and of all ages to well-known retail outlets that are providing good deals...
KUWAIT: Officials and people in attendance at the screening pose for a photo. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Film detailing Syrian refugee’s Canadian success story gets Kuwaiti premiere
By Faten OmarKUWAIT: On the occasion of World Refugee Day, UNHCR in collaboration with the Embassy of Canada to Kuwait organized the screening of the award-winning film “Peace by Chocolate” at Grand Cinemas at Al-Hamra Shopping Center. In her opening remarks, Ambassador of Canada to Kuwait Aliya Mawani praised the deep and longstanding relationship between Canada and UNHCR. “We understand the importance of responsibility-sharing and...
RABAT: Ministry of Information Undersecretary Nasser Al-Mheisen speaks at the 53rd ordinary session of the Arab Information Ministers' Council being hosted by Morocco. -- KUNA
Kuwait urges utilizing social media, AI to modernize Arab content, widen reach
RABAT: Ministry of Information Undersecretary Nasser Al-Mheisen said Kuwait is keen on promoting the media's role in preserving the national identity and combatting the transborder extremist ideology. "Media plays a key role in protecting the young generation against extremism and promoting the values of tolerance and coexistence among members of the community," he said in a speech to the 53rd ordinary session of the Arab Information Ministers'...
KUWAIT: Chinese officials, performance teams and members of the audience pose for a group photo following the performance held Wednesday as part of the (Shandong)-Kuwait Culture and Tourism Event 2023.
Cultural performances bring Chinese arts, history closer to people of Kuwait
By Ghadeer Ghloum KUWAIT: The Chinese Embassy in Kuwait organized an art performance during the China (Shandong)-Kuwait Culture and Tourism Event 2023 on Wednesday at Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Center. A delegation from China’s Shandong province has come to conduct cultural exchanges with the Kuwaiti side as part of joint efforts to implement the important consensus reached by Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh...
BAKHMUT: Ukrainian servicemen of the 57th Brigade fire BM-21 'Grad' multiple rocket launcher towards Russian positions at a front line near Bakhmut in the Donetsk region. –AFP
Ukrainian strike hits Crimea bridge
MOSCOW: A Ukrainian strike damaged a bridge that connects south Ukraine to the annexed Crimean peninsula, a Russian official said on Thursday as tensions again rose over a Moscow-held nuclear power plant. Fighting has increased in occupied parts of Ukraine’s south and east with the start of Kyiv’s long-awaited offensive and that has included strikes far behind enemy lines. “During the night a strike hit the Chongar bridge. There are no...
PARIS: Smoke billows from rubbles of a building at Place Alphonse-Laveran in the 5th arrondissement of Paris. A major fire of unknown origin broke out on June 21, 2023 in a building in central Paris, part of which collapsed, injuring at least one person. – AFP
One still missing after Paris building blast injured 50
PARIS: One person was still missing on Thursday after a blast ripped through a building in central Paris, while six others were in critical condition receiving urgent treatment in hospital as rescuers sifted through wreckage. Prosecutors said around 50 people were injured in the explosion and building collapse on the Rue Saint Jacques street, potentially caused by a gas leak. “Among the two people who were being sought in the rubble, it turned...
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Minister of Public Works Dr Noura Al-Meshaan is pictured during a meeting in the presence of a number of representatives of the concerned authorities. - KUNA
New airport project to support Kuwait’s economic growth
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The sun sets behind electricity pylons in this file photo. -- Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Kuwait’s electricity crisis persists amid power cuts