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IDCK delegation takes a group photo.

IDCK promotes, supports women empowerment

KUWAIT: To enlighten the experiences of pioneering businesswomen and support the empowerment of Kuwaiti women, the International Diplomatic Club in Kuwait (IDCK) met with Sabeeka Al-Bahr and Jihan Marafi, two certified brokers in the Kuwaiti real estate industry, on Tuesday, at Souq Al-Manakh. Ghada Shawky, wife of the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt and president of the executive board of the IDCK, along with the IDCK’s delegation...

KUWAIT: Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Kuwait Times Abdullah Boftain speaks during an Australian University TEDx event titled “Mindset: Shaping Tomorrow” on Oct 19, 2024. -- Photos by Faten Omar

Abdullah Boftain shares ‘Pole Pole’ philosophy, reflects on loss and resilience

KUWAIT: The Australian University held a TEDx event on Saturday, focusing on ideas worth spreading and exploring how mindset shapes personal and professional development. The event, titled “Mindset: Shaping Tomorrow”, highlighted diverse experiences aimed at inspiring change.Life’s lessons through mountains and lossAbdullah Boftain, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Kuwait Times, shared his philosophy, “Pole Pole” (Swahili for “slowly,...

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‘Rubber Duck Girl’ tells about duck collections

Tala Bin Hussain, 22, discovered her passion for collecting rubber duck during a trip to Paris. What began as a small fascination soon grew into a hobby as her collection quickly expanded. Embracing her love for ducks, Tala didn’t just keep them for herself; she generously distributed over 600 duck toys to friends and even strangers, sharing her quirky enthusiasm with people.Kuwait Times: What sparked your interest in rubber ducks, and how did...

Jamal AlZanki with his book.

History book narrates ‘Ruling of women in the Kingdom’

History is often considered a boring subject by many, but for Dr Jamal AlZanki, it has always been a captivating and vibrant world. His passion for uncovering the stories of the past led him to write “The Ruling of Women in The Kingdom of the Lord”, a work that aims to share his love for history in an engaging and accessible way.By weaving historical facts into compelling narratives, AlZanki seeks to inspire a deeper appreciation for history....

KUWAIT: Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah cuts the cake with Ambassador of Spain to Kuwait Manuel Hernández Gamallo. — Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Spanish ambassador reaffirms strong ties with Kuwait

KUWAIT: Ambassador of Spain to Kuwait Manuel Hernández Gamallo praised the relations between his country and Kuwait, describing them as a deep and solid relationship based on shared values and cultural affinities. He stated that this month marks the sixth anniversary of the establishment of the Embassy of Spain in Kuwait.During his remarks at the reception of the Spanish National Day, the ambassador said: “Spain is one of the oldest...

KUWAIT: Lycée Français de Koweït school’s press club pose for a photo with Kuwait Times and Kuwait News staff. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Lycée Français de Koweït press club visit Kuwait Times, Kuwait News

KUWAIT: Kuwait Times and Kuwait News welcomed a group of Grade 11 and 12 students from Lycée Français de Koweït school’s press club, offering them an exclusive, firsthand experience into the world of journalism, to learn more about the history of the newspaper as it the first English daily in the Arabian Gulf since 1961. The students were taken on a tour around the different sections of the newspaper, such as the editorial, studio, print,...

Kuwaiti handpan player Yusuf Al-Abdul Razak. - Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Tuning into tranquility

Music has always been a powerful source of healing, providing comfort and emotional release during difficult times. Every instrument carries its own unique personality, reflecting the energy and emotions of the player. For Yusuf Al-Abdul Razak, the handpan is his escape from stress through its soothing frequencies.Yusuf, a 36-year-old Kuwaiti musician, found his passion for the handpan during the COVID-19 pandemic. While many were confined to...

KUWAIT: Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Zain Group Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi, Minister of Information and Culture and Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi and Secretary-General of the Gulf Cup Federation Jassim Al-Rumaihi attend an event at Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center on Oct 8, 2024. – Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Bader Al-Kharafi hails Zain’s Gulf Cup sponsorship

KUWAIT: Kuwait is gearing up to host the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup football tournament from Dec 21, 2024 to Jan 3, 2025. During a presentation led by Minister of Information and Culture Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Zain Group signed a partnership agreement with the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation. Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Zain Group, stated: “Zain’s strategic partnership reflects its commitment to sports and youth,...

Officials and ambassadorstake a group photo.

Mexican Embassy marks 214 years of independence

KUWAIT: The Mexican Embassy in Kuwait held a reception on Monday to mark the 214th anniversary of the Mexican Independence Movement. “I am honored to celebrate with you the beginning of the Mexican Independence Movement, which started 214 years ago in the small town of Dolores, Hidalgo,” Mexican Ambassador to Kuwait Eduardo Pena Haller said.“It was there that the priest Miguel Hidalgo called on the people to rise against the viceroyalty of...

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Riding the waves of adventure

With a one-way ticket, Naif left Kuwait behind, chasing a dream of being a free soul, surfing Bali’s perfect waves. Naif, a 47-year-old Kuwaiti, has been captivated by extreme sports since childhood. As he grew older, his need for more daring experiences pushed him beyond Kuwait’s borders. “I’ve been a swimmer for 15 years, and in 2015 I pursued my number one passion for surfing. I’ve traveled to many countries to surf but always...

Indian Ambassador poses for a group photo with local media representatives.

India-Kuwait relations strengthen with growing trade, investment, cultural ties

KUWAIT: Ambassador of India to Kuwait Dr Adarsh Swaika highlighted recent high-level meetings aimed at strengthening India-Kuwait relations. “During the meetings, Kuwait’s leadership expressed strong interest in deepening ties with India, particularly in trade, infrastructure development and investments, and emphasized the desire for greater participation of Indian companies in Kuwait’s growth sectors,” he told journalists.On the trade...

Professor Ali Chamkha

KU’s Prof Chamkha recognized, ranked No 1 in Arab World

KUWAIT: Professor Ali Chamkha, Dean of Engineering at Kuwait College of Science and Technology, was recognized for the fifth consecutive year in Stanford University’s list of the World’s Top 2 percent Scientists for 2024, achieving a global rank of 10 out of 143,311 and Rank #1 in the Arab World in the Mechanical Engineering and Transports category, as well as the Energy sub-category, with a composite score of 4.6629 which is a composite...

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Mohammad Al-Wasmi, Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs.

Kuwait’s International Quran competition announces winners

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OPEC Secretary-General Haitham Al-Ghais.

OPEC to COP29: Oil gift from God

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DOHA: Kuwait’s Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah speaks at the 41st meeting of the Interior Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council. — KUNA photos

Interior minister calls for uniting GCC security efforts

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Automak’s founding members, including Group President Hussam Fawzi Al-Kharafi and CEO Ghazi Al-Omar, along with ROX Motor’s representatives, CEO and Co-founder Yan Feng, and Vice President Wu Yue, during the launch ceremony.

Automak launches ROX Motor in Kuwait with all-new ROX01 model

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TUNIS: President of Tunisia Kais Saied receives Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya. — KUNA

Tunisian president receives Kuwaiti foreign minister