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In this undated photo distributed on Friday, April 14, 2017, by the North Korean government, North Korean soldiers take part in a demonstration at an undisclosed location in North Korea. Independent journalists were not given access to cover the event depicted in this photo, distributed via the Korean Central News Agency and the Korea News Service. (Korean Central News Agency/Korea News Service via AP)
US assessing military options; North Korea Nuke test looms
In this undated photo distributed on Friday, April 14, 2017, by the North Korean government, North Korean soldiers take part in a demonstration at an undisclosed location in North Korea. Independent journalists were not given access to cover the event depicted in this photo, distributed via the Korean Central News Agency and the Korea News Service. (Korean Central News -APPYONGYANG: North Korea denounced the United States yesterday for bringing...
KUWAIT: Pedestrians brave the blazing sun amid a heat wave that has raised temperatures to unprecedented levels. A recent international report identified Kuwait as one of the hottest spots on earth this year. ñ Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Hot temperatures
KUWAIT: The temperatures during the weekend will be predominantly hot as usual for this time of the year, said the official at the Kuwait Meteorological Department Abdulaziz Al-Qarawi yesterday. Speaking to KUNA, Al-Qarawi said that the highest temperature during yesterday will reach around 37-39 Degrees Celsius, adding that during evening, the temperature will go down to around 23-26 Degrees Celsius. Wind speed will be at 35 kilometers per hour...
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Part-time Maids
Muna Al Fuzai Many families employ a maid to help with household duties, either on a full- or part-time basis. If you have one on a full-time and legal basis, then you shouldn't worry, but if you have a part-time one, then you need to read this. The process to hire a maid in Kuwait involves the worker having an appropriate visa and sponsor. But some of these helpers may run away and start working for others, either on a full- or part-time...
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Gold price hits $1,287
KUWAIT: The price of gold had made a considerable hike to $1,287 per ounce due to geopolitical tensions which swept the world in the last sixth months, said a precious metals expert yesterday. CEO of Sabaek Al-Kuwait Company for Precious Metals Rajab Hamed said that investors were pushed to purchase gold, which is considered as a valuable commodity during tenuous times.Recent statements by US President Donald Trump regarding the strong value of...
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Customs enhances services
KUWAIT: Acting Director of Kuwait General Administration of Customs (KGAC) Adnan Al-Qudaibi said yesterday that the administration was taking steps to enhance its services in the country. Al-Qudaibi said that steps were taken to develop security, improve revenues, and reduce smuggling, hoping that the measures will strengthen the national economy. Al-Qudaibi said the new measures included electronic data distribution and notification mechanisms...
Bayan Palace botanical garden
'Bayan Palace's botanical garden' main attraction for state visitors
Bayan Palace botanical gardenKUWAIT: The botanical garden of Bayan Palace is considered as one of the main attractions for official state visitors. At an area of 170,000 square meters, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah opened the garden on April 24, 2015. Every Thursday morning, the garden is opened for the public which is eager to get lost in this wondrous space filled with exotic plants and trees. - KUNA Photos
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Kuwait Red Crescent Society pays for Iraqi kidney transplant
BEIRUT: Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) will pay the costs of a kidney transplant for an Iraqi three-year child in Beirut, as part of the society's philanthropic work and support to urgent critical cases. The KRSC delegate to Lebanon Musaed Al-Enzi said yesterday that the society decided to pay the costs of the transplant for Amir Bashar Aboud who has to be operated on as soon as possible. He added that the society has responded to a plea from...
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Police hunt for suspects
KUWAIT: State security operatives in coordination with the Traffic Department are looking for two unknown persons who deliberately damaged a car after they forced the American driver to stop. The American said he was driving on the 7th Ring Road near Dhaher area when two men in a 4WD stopped him, insulted him and damaged his car.Asian rushed to ICUJahra paramedics rushed an Asian expat to Jahra hospital ICU after he fell from the top of a...
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At your service ...
'From dealing with customers to cleaning tables, servers like Ashley are always prepared'As a server, Ashley encounters all types of customers. "Once I came across a customer who was annoying everyone in the restaurant, and as I was not feeling well, I shouted at him and he left disappointed. But he came back the following day and asked for an apology, and we became friends," he said.  .On visiting any fast-food, high-end or cozy restaurant in...
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A little piece of Kuwait
Young Kuwaiti entrepreneur targets gaps in souvenir market with innovative designs Tariq Al-FailakawiVisitors to Kuwait often complain that they cannot find decent souvenirs, especially fridge magnets, which are popular as gifts for family back home. Seeing an opening in the market, a creative young Kuwaiti decided to design various souvenirs to sell to visitors and people living in Kuwait who want to take souvenirs for friends and family...
RIYADH: Members of the Filipino community react as they attend Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s meeting in the Saudi capital. Duterte is on a three-day visit to meet Saudi leaders for investment, trade and support for overseas Filipino workers in the Kingdom. (Right) Saudi Arabiaís King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud (right) and Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte review the honor guards in the capital Riyadh. — AFP
Filipino expats look to hardman Duterte
RIYADH: Members of the Filipino community react as they attend Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s meeting in the Saudi capital. Duterte is on a three-day visit to meet Saudi leaders for investment, trade and support for overseas Filipino workers in the Kingdom. (Right) Saudi Arabiaís King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud (right) and Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte review the honor guards in the capital Riyadh. — AFPDOHA: With more...
DAMASCZU: This file photo shows Syrian President Bashar al-Assad during an interview with AFP in Damascus.—AFP
Syria's Assad says chemical attack 100 percent fabrication
DAMASCZU: This file photo shows Syrian President Bashar al-Assad during an interview with AFP in Damascus.—AFPDAMASCUS: Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said a suspected chemical weapons attack was a "fabrication" to justify a US military strike, as Moscow digs in to defend its ally despite increasing strains with Washington. In an exclusive interview with AFP in Damascus-his first since the alleged April 4 attack prompted a US air strike on...
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LONDON: Police officers stand guard outside the East London Mosque after Friday prayers in Tower Hamlets in London on August 9, 2024. — AFP
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Marine region a ‘promising area’ for hydrocarbon resources: KOC
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PARIS: Gold medallists USA pose during the podium ceremony after the women's gold medal basketball match against France during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Bercy Arena on Aug 11, 2024. - AFP
US pip China in medals table as Games end