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Unearthing the shadows of ethnic cleansing, genocide
Ethnic cleansing and genocide have darkened the pages of history, leaving behind scars that continue to affect Palestine, their history, families, children, the elderly, a struggle that remains at the center of global attention. The painful ethnic cleansing and genocide linger on in the very fabric of Palestine which it stands as a poignant example. The Palestinian people have experienced the Nakba, or “catastrophe,” in 1948, which...
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Civil Aviation marks International Day of Air Traffic Controller
By Ghadeer Ghloum KUWAIT: International Day of the Air Traffic Controller is an annual occasion that commemorates the profession of air traffic control and its role in protecting and ensuring the safety of aircraft, whether in the air or on the ground at airports. For this reason, efforts have been made to hold an annual gathering of air traffic controllers in Kuwait. The first gathering took place on Oct 17, 2023 with the attendance of a...
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KISR and Automobile Agents Union discuss electric car project
KUWAIT: Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) discussed with the Union of Automobile Agents in the country the mechanisms to boost cooperation on electric car projects, as well as suggestions and recommendations guaranteeing the suitability of such vehicles in extremely hot climates. In a press release on Tuesday, KISR mentioned that the meeting handled the outcome of the first project conducted by the institute and supported by the...
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Kuwait’s Teachers Society rejects unjustified policies
KUWAIT: Head of the Kuwait Teachers Society, Hamad Al-Houli, has expressed his resentment and regret over the unjustified policies of the Civil Service Council in dealing with the educational issues and has raised concerns over the rights of teachers in particular. The society demanded a report on the eligibility of the members of the educational body to disburse the rewards in accordance with the regulations. Al-Houli, pointed out that the...
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Kuwait FM and ICRC chief discuss Gaza
KUWAIT: Kuwait Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Tuesday Head of Regional Mission of the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) Mamadou Sow to discuss the latest developments in the Palestinian territories and the Gaza Strip. During the meeting, the Foreign Minister stressed the ICRC’s role and noble humanitarian efforts, especially regarding the delivery of humanitarian, medical, and relief...
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Kuwaiti initiator launches legal platform at GITEX
DUBAI: Kuwaiti initiator Khaled Al-Rashed launched the first global legal platform “oqoud”, that uses artificial intelligence (AI) in both English and Arabic, during the GITEX Global 2023 exhibition held in Dubai. In a statement to KUNA on Tuesday, Al-Rashed, who’s the platform’s CEO, said that he chose to launch it in the UAE since it has the most developed legal technology. The platform is currently in the trial phase with technology...
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Horseback riding: The healing experience for autistic people
KUWAIT: At several Kuwait horse stables, parents take their kids with special needs or those diagnosed with autism to ride horses aiming to improve their condition, working with doctors and specialists to benefit from their successful experiences treating those kids, and seeking information from medical institutes on the positive effects of horseback riding. Consultant developmental pediatrician Dr. Abeer Awadh said that any movement skill can...
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BRI’s development initiative consistent with Kuwait’s vision
TOKYO: Kuwait Ambassador to China Jasem Al-Najem confirmed Tuesday that the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a development initiative that is consistent with the vision of New Kuwait. This came during his participation as a representative of Kuwait in the celebration of the book launch of Chinese President Xi Jinping, within the activities of BRI’s third forum and the tenth anniversary of the initiative. In a phone call to KUNA, Al-Najem said...
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Stomach Botox: An innovative approach to weight reduction
By Abdellatif Sharaa KUWAIT: Dr Wafaa Al-Hashash, a consultant in internal medicine, digestive system and liver diseases, discussed a groundbreaking approach to weight reduction and obesity management without the need for surgery. She referred to this method as “stomach Botox,” which involves a gastroscopic procedure and does not necessitate an extended hospital stay. Additionally, it carries minimal side effects. According to Dr Hashash,...
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Kuwait seeks legislations to execute vital projects
NEW YORK: Kuwait is keen on developing economic legislation to execute vital projects that would ultimately contribute to transforming the Arab Gulf nation into a financial hub, a diplomat said. “Kuwait’s strategy aims at encouraging and promoting the contribution of the private sector to the development of infrastructure; therefore, it placed a partnership program between the public and private sectors” and established an authority for...
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Forum facilitates dialogue and action on investments
ABU DHABI: Minister of Finance Fahad Al-Jarallah stressed Monday the importance of Kuwait’s participation in the Eighth World Investment Forum (WIF) organized by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), as it represents a significant and effective contribution to facing global investment challenges. Speaking to KUNA in a statement, Al-Jarallah, who is the representative of His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad...
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UAE’s growth outlook strong, but global risks weigh: IMF
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates’ economic growth is strong, driven by robust domestic activity. Fiscal and external surpluses remain high on the back of high oil prices. The near-term outlook is positive but subject to elevated global risks and uncertainty, the International Monetary Fund said as its staff concluded their visit to the country. According to their report, UAE banks are adequately capitalized overall, but continued close...
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KUWAIT: A Kuwaiti jeweler arranges gold items at his shop in Kuwait City. - Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Gold prices drop notably
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LOS ANGELES: Protesters hold signs and flags and a large balloon with an image of US President Donald Trump during the nationwide "Hands Off!" protest against Trump and his advisor, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in downtown Los Angeles on April 5, 2025. — AFP photos
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DHAKA: Garment workers sewing clothes at a Snowtex Group textile factory in Dhamrai, a sub-district in Dhaka. - AFP
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KUWAIT: Minister of State for Municipal Affairs Abdullatif Al-Meshari, accompanied by senior officials, visits Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh on April 7, 2025.
Labor cities needed to tackle Jleeb challenges
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Zionist entity deports 2 UK MPs