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Kuwaiti perfumer tells stories through crafting scents
KUWAIT: The aroma of sweet vanilla brings calming and peaceful emotions to Ghadeer ’s mind, as it reminds her of her mother’s freshly baked goods. The earthy smell of rivers and the scent of grass, gives Eslam a comforting and grounding effect he used to feel in the rural neighborhood of his homeland, Palestine. Lavender, for Zainab, is a journey back in time, as it’s closely related to her childhood, where lavender-scented soaps and air...
The exterior of the Adlah Mohammed Abdulrahman Al-Bahar Mosque reveals the building’s segmentation into five stone masses and its alignment to the qibla and the site. -- Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Mamluki Lancet Mosque: An exquisite interplay of historical and modern architecture
Inspired by the traditional Islamic architecture of Egypt, the Mamluki Lancet Mosque (Adlah Mohammed Abdulrahman Al-Bahar Mosque) reflects a unique mélange of historical and modern architecture that honors Arab heritage while embracing the present. Located within the heart of a residential neighborhood in Masayel in Kuwait, the mosque offers a spiritual and functional worship space for the local community.Kuwait Times joined the designer of the...
Close shot of a man reading a braille book-photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Living with Vision impairment
KUWAIT: In an increasingly visual world, where humans solely rely on sight to experience the beauty of it, it’s hard to imagine how someone can still enjoy life without seeing it. Under the roof of Kuwait Blind Association, more than 1,000 members are registered with different passions, talents and stories, who lead their lives as normally as any sighted person.“Since we are all blind here, we can strongly relate to each other, as we share...
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A journey of embracing cancer, finding joy in life
KUWAIT: For six months, she walked into her chemotherapy sessions with confidence, spreading laughter and positivity all over the place, which left her care team wondering every time: “Aren’t you feeling upset?” And her response was: “Why should I be? My body aches, but I must accept that all of this is just a temporary phase, and it shall pass very soon.”This is the power of acceptance that made the cancer and chemotherapy journey much...
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Creatives ‘should not fear AI, they should embrace it’
KUWAIT: Fear is a very powerful emotion that occurs as a natural response to the unknown, especially when facing new and revolutionary technology that one can barely predict its consequences, such as artificial intelligence. While the feeling of uncertainty should help one grow and thrive, the fear of getting replaced by AI is leaving many people emotionally paralyzed and resentful to accept it as an integral part of their work life.One area of...
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Citizens, expats mourn passing of Sheikh Nawaf
By Ghadeer Ghloum and Passant HishamKUWAIT: As the heartbreaking news of the passing of HH the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah was announced, waves of sorrow washed over Kuwait. It was a singularly sorrowful moment for citizens and expats, who shared with Kuwait Times their deep emotions, reminiscing about the remarkable qualities that made the late Amir an unforgettable figure in their lives.Bu Muhammad, a middle-aged Kuwaiti,...
Tiger- the one eyed cat
‘A call’ to stop dumping cats
KUWAIT: Left behind, and almost completely forgotten, are hundreds of stray cats who were in safe homes and lived amongst families who used to nurture them with an abundance of love and care. But, with no prior notice, these cats ended up being dumped in the streets by uncommitted families who got tired of bearing their responsibilities.Alina Lazaryeva, founder of the Kuwait Animal Aid Organization, and Zahraa Mortada, a Kuwaiti cat adopter,...
Chinese team demonstrates the Taiji show.
Chinese Embassy showcases ‘Taiji’
KUWAIT: The Chinese Embassy in Kuwait held a presentation on Taiji, a form of Chinese martial arts, at the Chinese Cultural Center in Kuwait on Sunday to enrich people with knowledge about this sports’ significance, which belongs to the rich cultural heritage of China. As a symbol of ancient Chinese culture and an important component of Chinese Gongfu, Taiji adopts a humanistic philosophy that’s embedded in its beliefs, where it strengthens...
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Fridges of Kuwait: Initiative for helping ‘people in need’
KUWAIT: With the aim of reducing food waste and helping people in need, “Fridges of Kuwait” has emerged as a platform on Instagram to bridge the gap between food donors and recipients living in the country. Distributed among various areas of Kuwait are more than 100 free food fridges placed by individuals, mosques, government, nonprofit and private organizations.Usually, they are stocked with food and beverages including homemade meals,...
(Left to right) Diraar Alghanim, Board Member of KACCH & BACCH, Anwar Al Mulla, Donor, Dr Tala Al Dabbous, CEO, Margaret Al Sayer, Founding Director, Dr Hilal Al Sayer, President, Maysan Al Dakheel, Asst VP, Noor Financial Investment Co, Basma Ismail, Community Engagement and Volunteering Manager pose for a group photo. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
KACCH and BACCH hold Heartful Charitable Art Exhibition & Auction
KUWAIT: Kuwait Association for the Care of Children in Hospital (KACCH) and Bayt Abdullah Children’s Hospice (BACCH) held the opening of the Heartful Charitable Art Exhibition & Auction on Saturday at Bayt Abdullah, which is the first and still the only children’s hospice in the Middle East. Scheduled to run for three days, the event showcases and sells diverse pieces by 45 local artists and a special edition of artworks painted by the...
Fiorot in the Archive Room of Kuwait Times.
Italian chef shares success stories behind his restaurants in Kuwait
KUWAIT: Marco Fiorot, an Italian chef and first Italian owner of a restaurant in Kuwait, visited Kuwait Times and Kuwait News on Thursday, where he toured some departments, played a food game with team members and engaged in a conversation with Kuwait Times, talking about his background and revealing the inspiring success stories behind his restaurants.He shared how he never expected to become a chef, as his childhood dream was to become an...
Fareed Abdal stands next to his Art work.
CAP hosts three art exhibitions
KUWAIT: Contemporary Art Platform (CAP) hosted three exhibitions on Tuesday, where two of them depicted a combination of photography and calligraphy as a visual form of solidarity with Palestine, and the third continued the legacy of Iranian artist Farideh Lashai. In his exhibition “Quill and verse: A calligraphic poetry”, Fareed Abdal, a Kuwaiti architect, artist and designer, showcased a distinctive collection of his previous calligraphic...
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NEW YORK: Italian visual artist Maurizio Cattelan's duct-taped banana entitled "Comedian" is on display during a media preview at Sotheby's on Nov 8, 2024. - AFP
Banana taped to wall ‘artwork’ sells for $6.2m