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People walk past closed shops during a general strike in the Old City of Jerusalem on December 11, 2023, during a general strike in solidarity with Gaza, amid continuing battles between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Palestinians groups called for a general strike on December 11 in solidarity with Gaza, and many shops, schools and government offices were shut across the occupied West Bank and annexed east Jerusalem. (Photo by AHMAD GHARABLI / AFP)

Embassies, restaurants, shops express solidarity with Palestinians

KUWAIT: Several shops, restaurants and embassies in Kuwait unequivocally expressed their solidarity with the Palestinian people by joining the global strike in support of Gaza. Activists on social media platforms pushed for a comprehensive strike for Gaza on Monday in solidarity with the people of the Gaza Strip against the brutal war by the Zionists, with the aim of pressuring governments and forcing them to take serious action to stop the...

Farah Al-Humaidhi (center) poses for a group photo with Zain's team.

4th edition of Mirzaam launched

KUWAIT: Founder and organizer of Mirzaam Expo Farah Al-Humaidhi announced the launch of the fourth edition of Mirzaam Expo, Kuwait’s largest and most inclusive interior design and decor exhibition. The expo will take place at Kuwait International Fairgrounds from Dec 12 to 16 in Halls 5, 6 and 7. On the sidelines of the launch ceremony held on Wednesday at Al-Andalus Complex, Humaidhi revealed that at least 15 percent of Mirzaam’s revenues...

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Azerbaijan embassy celebrates as Shusha declared ‘Cultural Capital of Turkic World’

KUWAIT: The Embassy of Azerbaijan held an event on Wednesday to celebrate the declaration of Azerbaijan’s Shusha city as the “Cultural Capital of the Turkic World” for 2023. During his opening remarks, Azeri Ambassador Emil Karimor said Shusha city of Azerbaijan was declared as the 'Cultural Capital of the Turkic World” for 2023 at the extraordinary meeting of the permanent council of ministers of culture of the member countries of...

Hungarian Ambassador to Kuwait Andras Szabo poses for a group photo with local media.

Kuwait, Hungary promote economic, diplomatic ties

KUWAIT: Recently appointed Hungarian Ambassador to Kuwait Andras Szabo shared insights into the strong diplomatic ties between the two countries during a press conference, emphasizing the historical depth of the Hungarian-Kuwaiti relationship and diplomatic connections dating back to 1964. He disclosed details of his discussions during his presentation of credentials to HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Nov 22,...

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Kuwaiti racer Medlij makes his mark on the world stage

KUWAIT: What began as a playful jest transformed into a life-altering passion for Omar Al-Medlij, a Kuwaiti motocross racer, when he playfully pilfered his cousin’s dirt bike. Unexpectedly smitten by the thrill of two wheels and a roaring engine, he took the plunge and purchased his own. Immersed in the exhilarating world of dirt biking, he connected with fellow enthusiasts, and guided by one of them, discovered a small motocross track in...

Dr. Fatma Hadi, Advance Heart Failure and transplant cardiologist, poses for a group photo with cardiac catheterization lab's team.

Kuwait Chest Disease Hospital heart failure team implements Cardio-MEMS in collaboration with regional lead expertise from Riyadh

KUWAIT: A notable collaboration unfolded between the Kuwait Heart Failure Team at the Chest Diseases Hospital and Dr Jehad Al-Buraiki, the lead cardiologist, in the successful implementation of cardio-MEMS technology in Riyadh. This partnership reflects a commitment to advancing cardiac care through innovative solutions. The integration of cardio-MEMS technology, designed to remotely monitor heart failure patients and enhance treatment...

People flock to FoodBuzz festival.

Culinary delights draw Kuwait’s food lovers to ‘FoodBuzz’ festival

KUWAIT: The FoodBuzz festival took place at Al-Hamra Tower on Wednesday, drawing a diverse crowd eager to enjoy the weather and indulge in a diverse array of culinary delights. The event was sponsored by Kuwait International Bank (KIB), reflecting a commendable initiative to bolster small businesses in the region.Speaking to Kuwait Times, Marwa Marafie, Manager of the Marketing and Corporate Communications Department at KIB, said: “At Kuwait...

Experts discuss integrity in journalistic work during the workshop.

Workshop discusses ways to strengthen transparency and integrity in journalism

KUWAIT: The Ministry of Information, in cooperation with the Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha), held a second workshop on Tuesday on “Media Integrity and Professionalism in Journalism”. Assistant Undersecretary for Media Services and New Media Sector Saad Nafel Al-Azmi said the ministry of information seeks to spread awareness about the dangers of corruption and discuss ways to prevent it, enhance transparency and integrity, address relevant...

Lieutenant General Jibril Rajoub

Kuwait, an exemplary model of Arab world: Palestinian minister

KUWAIT: Lieutenant General Jibril Rajoub, Palestinian Minister of Youth and Sports and Head of the Palestinian Scout Association, expressed admiration for the Kuwaiti people, lauding them as an Arab-Islamic model. He expressed hope that Kuwait’s example would spread throughout the Arab and Islamic nations, becoming a source of inspiration. He extended his gratitude to HH the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, acknowledging his role...

Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Salem Al-Sabah, Oman's Ambassador Dr. Saleh Al-Kharous, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Sheikh Jarrah Al-Sabah during the Oman National Day event.

Oman’s ambassador pledges unwavering support for Palestine

By Faten OmarKUWAIT: The Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Kuwait celebrated on Tuesday its 53rd National Day. “Our National Day is an opportunity for us to reflect on Oman’s past and draw inspiration from it for our future. This year my priority is to reaffirm Oman’s unwavering support for the Palestinian people’s legitimate right to freedom, dignity, and self-determination. Gaza is currently subject to brutal and random (Zionist...

Belgian Ambassador Christian Domes speaks at the event.

Schengen visa exemption for Kuwaitis: EU Commission approval awaited

By Faten OmarKUWAIT: Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ambassador Sadiq Marafi disclosed that Kuwait’s file to exempt its citizens from the Schengen visa has been ready for a while, awaiting approval from the European Parliament. Speaking on the sidelines of Belgium’s King’s Day event on Monday, he informed the press that a meeting between Kuwait and the European Union is scheduled for Dec 11 in Brussels, involving the...

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How technology is transforming Kuwait’s dental care paradigm

By Faten OmarKUWAIT: During the COVID-19 pandemic, technology played a pivotal role in transforming the dental industry, ensuring both patient care and practitioner safety, allowing dentists to assess and guide patients remotely, minimizing in-person visits for non-emergency cases. Kuwait Times spoke with Orthodontist Dr Mubarak Al-Saeed to learn more about how digital dentistry supports dental practices.In the face of the pandemic, Dr Saeed,...

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