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Pills or herbs? Traditional medicine in modern age

KUWAIT: Ever wondered why the homemade remedies passed down by our grandparents are still used in the modern age, despite advancements in technology and medicine? The World Health Organization (WHO) found that 88 percent of countries worldwide use traditional methods like indigenous medicines, herbal remedies, and acupuncture for healing purposes. This trust in traditional medicine, also known as folk or complementary and alternative medicine, is...

Canvas of photos assembled at the exhibition.

Chinese Cultural Center hosts International Youth Photography Exhibition

KUWAIT: Through the eyes of vibrant young talents originating from Kuwait, China, and all around the globe, the opening ceremony of the International Youth Photography Exhibition was hosted by Chinese Cultural Center of Kuwait and co-partnered by Kuwait Society for Photography Arts on Monday. Bearing the theme of “Joint visions, shared future,” the exhibition, which is scheduled to run for one month, paints a canvas of captured moments from...

Ambassadors, diplomats and Dignitaries applaud the performances showcased at the event.

IWG organizes cultural day, celebrates Africa’s diversity and unity

KUWAIT: Building upon Africa’s commitment to enhancing people-to-people diplomacy and economic ties with Kuwait, the International Women’s Group (IWG) organized a cultural day that brought together the diverse nations of Africa and the people of Kuwait in one place. In a warm and colorful celebration of unity and togetherness, the event marked the beginning of a three-part cultural journey through exploring the beauty of Africa,...

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Academy X on mission to cultivate young women tech entrepreneurs

KUWAIT: In an exceptional move to empower young women for a brighter and more innovative future, CODED has introduced the Academy X program, which commenced its classes on Saturday. With a dedicated mission to equip 300 participants with essential entrepreneurial and tech skills crucial in today’s workplace, the program aims to graduate its first batch at the end of the six-day course.Open to youths aged 14 to 18 from all nationalities and...

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What’s cooking in our kitchens

Alexandrian KosharyWhile I have always been a top fan of the traditional Egyptian koshary, one day it came to my surprise that there was another koshary recipe that few people are familiar with. Named after my beloved hometown, Alexandria, the flavor of Alexandrian koshary never fails to transport me back to the sound of the sea and the blissful cool breeze that I used to experience there.I recall the innocent smile that would naturally draw on...

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Silver is the new gold, but for the poor, expert says

KUWAIT: Silver prices are set for a dramatic rise, projected to double by 2025, as forecasted by Salah Al-Jemaz, a consumer behavior consultant specializing in the gold and precious metals sector. When gold prices go up due to global events, silver tends to follow, although usually at a lower value, according to Jemaz.He suggested that the projected increase in silver’s value could soon position it as “The Gold of the Poor.” “It’s the...

Safa Failkawy and Mohamed depicted with radiant smiles on their faces.

Beyond blood ties: Mother bonds with her adopted son

KUWAIT: “Mom, was I in your belly?” At four years old, Mohamed, Safa Al-Failkawy’s adopted son, asked, intrigued about where he came from. Failkawy, who described her son as “a piece of her that has always been living inside”, didn’t hesitate before responding: “You were in your birth mother’s belly, but you were born from my heart.”Then young — and fertile — at 24 years old, Failkawy, now 37, had always been driven by the...

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Submitting to the will of God

KUWAIT: The first encounter with Islam has been a deeply transformative moment for three new converts, each originating from diverse backgrounds, who all bravely embarked on a shared journey towards faith. Their paths converged in Kuwait, a land where they met people who welcomed and embraced them at every turn, deepening their sense of connection to a religion and a place they had never been part of before.Finding GodGerman American Bettina...

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Expenses burden push many into financial survival mode

KUWAIT: The burden of expenses is making life difficult for many, pushing them into financial survival mode before each month’s end. Even with salary raises, saving money still feels like a daydream for those people. Financial expert Mohammad Al-Rashed noticed that the problem isn’t rooted in how much you earn, but in how wisely you manage your expenses each month. Rashed believes that this common struggle grew with the habit of spending...

‘Take charge of me and make me among those whom You have taken charge of’ (تولني فيما توليت ) — Diwani jali script.

The divine elegance of Arabic calligraphy

For centuries and up to this day, the intricate and mesmerizing designs of Arabic calligraphy have left a mark on Islamic art and culture. By treating writing and the written word as sacred, it showcases the exquisite beauty of Arabic script in a visually captivating manner. Among the many Arab calligraphers dazzled by this art form is Shaymaa Hitou, a Syrian artist living in Kuwait.Within this art form, lies countless secrets and mysteries,...

A Kuwaiti casts his votes in this file photo.

Is political advertising in elections truly effective?

KUWAIT: From street billboards and social media advertisements to public gatherings and personal interactions, every parliamentary election brings with it relentless competitive efforts of candidates trying hard to reach as many voters as possible. However, as election day approaches, a critical question remains: To what extent do these advertising efforts shape voters’ behavior and decisions? Surprisingly, research suggests that their direct...

Fitness coach Sarah Dashti

Active lifestyle within reach in Kuwait

KUWAIT: Due to the harsh hot climate of Kuwait that persists for most of the year, it’s commonly assumed that opportunities for adopting an active lifestyle are very limited. However, Sarah Dashti, a fitness coach, argues against this point. With Kuwait now ranking 15th globally in obesity rates, according to the Global Obesity Observatory, Dashti highlighted that people in the country are increasingly recognizing the importance of regular...

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This handout picture provided by the Iranian president's office shows President Ebrahim Raisi chairing a cabinet meeting in Tehran on April 2, 2024.--AFP

Iran mourns president Raisi’s death in helicopter crash

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KUWAIT: HH the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chairs a Cabinet meeting on May 19, 2024. – KUNA

Nod to Civil Service Council, citizenship investigation panel

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A handout picture shows Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi during a meeting with his Azeri counterpart ahead of the inauguration ceremony of a dam jointly built by Iran and Azerbaijan on the Aras River on May 19, 2024. - AFP

Intense search as Iran president’s helicopter missing after ‘accident’

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(FILES) Iran's President-elect Ebrahim Raisi addresses his first press conference in the capital Tehran, on June 21, 2021. - Iranian media declared President Ebrahim Raisi dead on May 20, 2024 after his helicopter crashed in a mountainous northwestern region, but there has not yet been any official confirmation. -AFP

What we know about Iranian president’s helicopter crash

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A handout picture provided by the Iranian presidency shows Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi during a meeting with his Azeri counterpart at the site of Qiz Qalasi, the third dam jointly built by Iran and Azerbaijan on the Aras River, ahead of its inauguration ceremony on May 19, 2024. - A helicopter in the convoy of the Iranian president was involved in "an accident" in East Azerbaijan province on May 19, state televsion reported, without specifying if the president was on board. — AFP

Iran presidential helicopter in ‘accident’, search underway: state media