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In this photograph taken on January 23, 2017, a traditional fisherman prepares to fish at Tanjung Pasir, in Banten province, while waiting for the wind and the water level to rise since traditional boats are very dependent on weather conditions. / AFP PHOTO / BAY ISMOYO

Philippine troops launch assaults on terror base

In this photograph taken on January 23, 2017, a traditional fisherman prepares to fish at Tanjung Pasir, in Banten province, while waiting for the wind and the water level to rise since traditional boats are very dependent on weather conditions. - AFP MANILA: Philippine troops have launched airstrikes and ground assaults that reportedly wounded one of Southeast Asia's most-wanted terror suspects who is trying to establish a new base for an...

People walk past the landmark Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, DC, after a mural of actor Bill Cosby was painted over on January 26, 2017.nBarack Obama left the presidency and Washington just days ago, but already his smiling face is gone from a mural on the wall of an iconic eatery.Also painted over is the face of Bill Cosby, the groundbreaking comedy legend now reviled as a suspected serial sexual predator. / AFP PHOTO / Mandel Ngan

Bye-bye Obama, president's face gone from popular mural

People walk past the landmark Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, DC, after a mural of actor Bill Cosby was painted over on January 26, 2017.Barack Obama left the presidency and Washington just days ago, but already his smiling face is gone from a mural on the wall of an iconic eatery.Also painted over is the face of Bill Cosby, the groundbreaking comedy legend now reviled as a suspected serial sexual predator. - AFP WASHINGTON: Barack Obama left...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi(C) addresses during the BJP rally at the PAP ground in Jalandhar on January 27,2017. / AFP / Narinder NANU

Indian governor resigns after womanizing claims

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi(C) addresses during the BJP rally at the PAP ground in Jalandhar on January 27,2017. - AFP NEW DELHI: The governor of an Indian state has resigned after dozens of his staff signed a petition calling for his removal, alleging that he is a serial womanizer. V Shanmuganathan, 67, handed in his notice as governor of Meghalaya late Thursday after the petition went viral on the internet and his resignation was...

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10 MPs seek special session on expats

KUWAIT: National Assembly Speaker Marzouq Ali Al-Ghanim said yesterday that he received a proposal by 10 members of the parliament to hold a special session for discussing the expatriate workers' status and the question of employment. The National Assembly Speaker Al-Ghanim added in a statement to journalists that the extraordinary parliamentary session would be held on February 2nd.On another topic, the Speaker revealed that he had received...

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Kuwait executions 'part of alarming trend' in Mideast

Human Rights Watch blasts KuwaitKUWAIT: Human Rights Watch criticized Kuwait yesterday for ending a moratorium on executions by hanging seven people, saying the action was part of a worrying regional rise in use of the death penalty. "Kuwait's killing of seven people on January 25 highlights the alarming trend in the region for countries to return to or increasingly use the death penalty," said Sarah Leah Whitson, HRW's Middle East director. The...

Ambassador Jain reads out Indian President Pranab Mukherjee's address.

Indians in Kuwait mark Republic Day

Ambassador Jain reads out Indian President Pranab Mukherjee's address.KUWAIT: The Indian Embassy in Kuwait yesterday celebrated India's 68th Republic Day, one of the most significant days on India's national calendar. Hundreds of Indian nationals including children and women joined Indian Ambassador Sunil Jain and embassy officials to celebrate the occasion in an atmosphere of joy and patriotic passion. The embassy put on a festive look with its...

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Muna Al Fuzai I like to believe that most of us are kind to defenseless animals, that our humanity dominates and that we all recognize the great responsibility of being kind and humane to all living things. Yet, what I want to believe and the reality are, sadly, seldom in agreement. Across the globe, there are those who abuse and harm animals, especially domesticated pets like dogs and cats, without remorse. Recently a short video popping...

Tawashes' tools box. — KUNA photo

Pearl traders: Once a pillar of Kuwait's economy

Tawashes' tools box. — KUNA photoKUWAIT: In old Kuwait, the traditional 'Tawash' (pearl traders) used to play a key role in the economic activity which relied heavily on pearl diving.The Kuwaiti pearl traders gained success and fame across south Asia, particularly in the Indian subcontinent, due to their sincerity and professionalism. They were known for their expertise in assessing the pearl grading and pricing in the main commercial...

Security campaign at Bneid Al-Qar

Security campaign at Bneid Al-Qar - 171 suspects were arrested

Security campaign at Bneid Al-QarKUWAIT: Kuwait police yesterday launched a security campaign at Bneid Al-Qar area. The campaign was led by Interior Ministry Undersecretary Lt General Suleiman Al-Fahad along side with Assistant Undersecretary for Operations Maj Gen Jamal Al-Sayegh, Assistant Undersecretary for General Security Maj Gen Ibrahim Al-Tarrah and Director General of Residency Detectives Maj Gen Saud Al-Khader. 171 suspects were...

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Rare robbery case

KUWAIT: Hawally detectives are investigating a rare robbery case where the suspect stormed into a woman's house and made away with only her smart phone. Security sources said that police are thoroughly looking into the case.'An act of revenge'Social media users were stormed by some indecent photos going viral online. Police launched an investigation and tracked the suspect (a Kuwaiti) who used the picture of a bedoon man to post the indecent...

Shots in the desert

Local shooting range open to the public for practice, fun .Some children play with toy guns growing up. The euphoria wears off as we grow up, but trying shooting again as a hobby and sport brings back the excitement and the adrenalin rush. So I headed to Mayadeen Shooting Range, located on the Sixth Ring Road near the Hunting and Equestrian Club, to get a taste of the real thing. It's a great feeling to hit the target, especially when competing...

The art of the minibus

Indian culture and nostalgia on Kuwait's streets .When I look at some minibuses in Kuwait, I recall my last trip to South Asia, where drivers traditionally decorate their transport vehicles. The connection between South Asian heritage and the colorful paintings and ornaments has a nostalgic feeling and evokes a longing for home.The ornamental decor mostly consists of brightly-colored fake flowers, animals, stickers, calligraphy and symbols of...

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