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Kuwait announces 8 new coronavirus cases
Ministry of Health Spokesman Dr Abdullah Al-Sanad By Faten OmarKUWAIT: Kuwait yesterday announced eight new cases of coronavirus detected over the past 24 hours, Ministry of Health Spokesman Dr Abdullah Al-Sanad announced on Thursday, bringing the number of confirmed cases recorded in the country to 80. Sanad said at a daily press briefing that three of the infected persons are Kuwaitis who traveled to Iran, while the other five are Egyptians...
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Kuwait to halt commercial passenger flights, declares public holiday
KUWAIT: Kuwait will halt all commercial flights to and from the state starting Friday and until further notice, with the exception of cargo flights, state news agency KUNA said yesterday. Authorities also announced a public holiday in the country from March 12 to March 26, with work resuming on March 29, KUNA said, adding that entities providing vital services would remain open. It said people were banned from going to restaurants and cafes,...
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Cabinet scraps coronavirus tests for expats
Kuwait says first case curedKUWAIT: The council of ministers yesterday scrapped a decision requiring expats returning from 10 countries to undergo tests showing they are free of coronavirus, saying it was not possible to carry out the tests in some countries.The decision was issued a few days ago by the civil aviation authority and supported by the health ministry and covered countries like India, Egypt, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Syria, Lebanon...
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Update!! Five hour work for private school teachers cancelled
In an official, exclusive statement to Kuwait Times, Sanad Mohammed Al Mutairi, Manager of Private Education Department within the Ministry of Education has announced that the five hour work requirement for private schools that was mentioned in a circular issued by his department yesterday has been cancelled.This morning officials from the education ministry held a meeting and decided to cancel the five hours and not allow schools to require...
WASHINGTON: This handout illustration image obtained Feb 27, 2020 courtesy of the US Food and Drug Administration shows the COVID-19 coronavirus. - AFP
One new case of coronavirus, 46 total
Kuwaitis wearing protective masks as they shops in Kuwait City on February 26, 2020. KUWAIT: Health Ministry officials this morning confirmed one new case of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in Kuwait to 46. All cases registered so far are related to those who traveled to Iran. All cases are in stable condition.KuwaitTimes #KuwaitNews #kuwait #coronavirus
WASHINGTON: This handout illustration image obtained Feb 27, 2020 courtesy of the US Food and Drug Administration shows the COVID-19 coronavirus. - AFP
Roche Diagnostics, Central Circle rise up to the challenge
WASHINGTON: This handout illustration image obtained Feb 27, 2020 courtesy of the US Food and Drug Administration shows the COVID-19 coronavirus. - AFP By A SalehKUWAIT: Health ministry officials have praised the efforts of Roche Middle East and its partner Central Circle Company for their rapid response to the coronavirus problem in Kuwait. The companies produce (Roche) and distribute (Central Circle) the diagnostic kits and equipment necessary...
Dr. Buthaina Al-Mudhaf, assistant undersecretary for Public Health Affairs at Health Ministry
No New Cases of Coronavirus
Kuwait’s Ministry of Health reports no new cases of coronavirus have been detected in the country at a press conference this morning.Total number of confirmed cases of COVID19 remains at 45.Another update will be given later.KuwaitTimes #KuwaitNews #Kuwait #coronavirus
Dr. Buthaina Al-Mudhaf, assistant undersecretary for Public Health Affairs at Health Ministry
Two new cases of COVID-19, now 45 cases confirmed in Kuwait
Dr. Buthaina Al-Mudhaf, assistant undersecretary for Public Health Affairs at Health Ministry UPDATEKUWAIT: Kuwait's Ministry of Health announced two new coronavirus infection cases Friday morning, confirming a total of 45 cases of COVID-19 in the country. Speaking during a press conference, Dr. Buthaina Al-Mudhaf, Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Affairs Ministry of Health explained health procedures and awareness efforts by the...
A Kuwaiti man wearing protective mask, shops in a gold marke in Kuwait City on February 27, 2020.
Kuwaitis told to avoid foreign travel, those abroad urged to return
A Kuwaiti man wearing protective mask, shops in a gold marke in Kuwait City on February 27, 2020.People cross the street wearing protective masks, in Kuwait City on February 27, 2020.Auto repair worker wearing protective mask, sit outside his shop in Kuwait City on February 27, 2020. KUWAIT: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday urged nationals who are currently abroad to return home. In light of a statement made earlier by Minister of...
People cross the street wearing protective masks, in Kuwait City on February 27, 2020.
Kuwait confirms 43 cases of COVID-19
‘Saudi closed border’ Kuwait’s Ministry of Health announced Thursday morning that a total of 43 people are now confirmed to be infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus. All those infected are under medical care. Meanwhile, the Civil Service Commission announced suspending the use of the biometric fingerprint system for employees access registration at all state departments starting March 1.In the meantime, the education ministry said it has...
FRANKFURT: Bayer's profit jumped thanks to its acquisition of Monsanto, but it did not report setting aside any money for the legal drama surrounding a flagship weedkiller that is alleged to have caused cancer. -- AFP
Monsanto merger pumps up Bayer profits in 2019
FRANKFURT: Bayer's profit jumped thanks to its acquisition of Monsanto, but it did not report setting aside any money for the legal drama surrounding a flagship weedkiller that is alleged to have caused cancer. -- AFP FRANKFURT: The acquisition of seeds and pesticides maker Monsanto remained both boon and burden for German chemical and pharma giant Bayer in 2019, ensuring bumper profits but miring the company in tens of thousands of legal...
Boris Johnson is looking to avoid the prospect of Brussels running down the clock in discussions. -- AFP
UK rejects EU trade demands, threatens to walk away
Boris Johnson is looking to avoid the prospect of Brussels running down the clock in discussions. -- AFP LONDON: Britain warned yesterday it would not commit to following European Union rules in a post-Brexit trade deal, and threatened to abandon talks in June if no compromise was possible. Two days after EU ministers approved their own joint approach to the negotiations, which start on Monday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government set out...
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