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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...
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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From type to tech
Established in 1961, Kuwait Times was the first daily English newspaper in the Gulf, marking a significant milestone in regional journalism. Over the decades, its printing process has undergone substantial evolution. IT Director Islam Al-Sharaa, who has worked for Kuwait Times since 1983, shared insights into this transformation. In the newspaper’s early days, traditional intertype and manual printing methods were used, reflecting the...
KUWAIT: UK Ambassador to Kuwait Belinda Lewis is seen with journalists during a media lunch.
UK envoy hails joint humanitarian effort with Kuwait
KUWAIT: The UK and Kuwait are deepening their diplomatic, defense, and cultural ties through recent high-level Joint Steering Group meetings focused on shared security challenges and enhanced collaboration in many fields. During a media lunch, UK Ambassador to Kuwait, Belinda Lewis, expressed optimism about the outcomes, stating, “This Joint Steering Group represents the long-standing and fruitful relationship between our two countries. We are...
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WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office at the White House on March 28, 2025 in Washington, DC. - AFP
Trump threatens bombing if Iran does not make nuclear deal
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Khamenei warns of 'strong' response if Iran attacked
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KUWAIT: President of Rassemblement National parliamentary group Marine Le Pen attends a French parliamentary session on the 2025 finance bill, and the social security budget at The National Assembly, France's lower house parliament, in Paris on February 3, 2025. - AFP
French court hands Le Pen five-year election ban
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MANDALAY: Rescue officials observe a minute of silence near the Sky Villa condominium building, one of the sites most affected by the March 28 earthquake, in Mandalay on April 1, 2025.—AFP
Myanmar holds minute of silence for more than 2,000 quake dead
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