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Japan skating star Hanyu misses practice, fuelling Olympic fears
Yuzuru HanyuSAITAMA: Two-time Olympic figure skating gold medalist Yuzuru Hanyu skipped practice yesterday ahead of Japan’s national championships, casting fresh doubt on whether he will be fit to defend his title in Beijing in six weeks time. Hanyu has been out of action since last month after injuring his right ankle ligaments in a fall during practice, forcing him to miss the entire Grand Prix season.The 27-year-old superstar is scheduled...
KABUL: Afghan nationals previously employed by Turkish authorities in Kabul as part of NATO’s (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) deployment hold banners and placards during a demonstration demanding settlement of their pending wages. —AFP
‘Abandoned’ by Turkey, Afghan airport staff protest in Kabul
KABUL: Afghan nationals previously employed by Turkish authorities in Kabul as part of NATO’s (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) deployment hold banners and placards during a demonstration demanding settlement of their pending wages. —AFPKABUL: Around 30 Afghans previously employed by Turkey as part of NATO’s deployment in Kabul staged a protest yesterday, accusing Ankara of abandoning them in the wake of the Taleban’s return to...
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NIC appoints Gulf Bank as selli agent of Al Wataniya Fund
Waleed Mandani - DCEO Gulf BankFahad Al-Mukhaizim - CEO of NICKUWAIT: In a major move towards developing new collaborations that aim to enhance the partnership between the investment companies and Kuwaiti banking sector, National Investments Company (NIC) has announced the signing of an agreement with Gulf Bank. Under the agreement, the Bank will act as a selling agent of Al Wataniya Fund in accordance with the CMA law. NIC selected Gulf Bank...
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Christmas and all that jazz
There was talk of a Christmas tree that was removed from a shop at Avenues Mall because of sharia law; but then it was reported (fortunately enough) that the removal had absolutely nothing to do with religious reasons but was a result of a violation of regulations. Someone even stated that the tree was removed to another part of the same mall. Whatever the actual reason, and whatever the truth is, the rumor opened a can of worms. Locals were...
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Commercial visa transfers to stop next week: PAM
 KUWAIT: The Public Authority for Manpower yesterday said a window to transfer business visas into regular residencies in the private sector will expire at the end of December. The authority suspended the transfer of business visas to regular residencies on Nov 24, but gave those who already held such visas until the end of December to avail of the transfer window. If holders of commercial visas do not transfer them to regular residencies by the...
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Kuwait SC lift Amir Cup for 15th time
KUWAIT: Kuwait Sports Club won the 59th edition of HH the Amir Cup for the 15th time by beating Qadsia Sports Club 1-0 at Jaber Stadium yesterday. HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah attended the match on behalf of HH the Amir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. — KUNA
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Health Minister urges abidance by Cabinet decisions on coronavirus
Health Minister Sheikh Dr Basel Al-SabahKUWAIT: Minister of Health Sheikh Dr Basel Al-Hmoud Al-Sabah stressed the importance of sticking to the Cabinet’s decisions on health guidelines to maintain epidemiological stability in the country. Speaking to KUNA and Kuwait TV on Monday following the Cabinet’s exceptional meeting, Dr Basel said the health situation is stable, thanks to Allah, but we need to maintain it. The Omicron variant has...
Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Sibi George is joined in cutting the cake during the ceremony.
Indian Embassy hosts ‘Evening of Carols’
Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Sibi George is joined in cutting the cake during the ceremony.KUWAIT: To celebrate the festivities of Christmas and the New Year, Indian Embassy, Kuwait on Monday hosted an ‘Evening of Carols’, a musical ensemble of Indians in Kuwait presented beautifully by Kuwait Chamber Chorale. The embassy team, led by Ambassador Sibi George and his spouse Joice Sibi, was joined by ambassadors in Kuwait, diplomatic spouses and...
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Ministry starts receiving women’s applications to join Kuwait Army
By Nawara FattahovaKUWAIT: The ministry of defense yesterday started receiving applications for the first batch of female non-commissioned officers and personnel from women who want to join the Kuwaiti army. Around 50 women who met the conditions went to register at the Mubarakiya Camps on the Fourth Ring Road on the first day. They came in person after registering online at: https://vc.kuwaitarmy.gov.kw.The administration and manpower authority...
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Jahra Nature Reserve opens, public visits start from today
Kuwait KUWAIT: The Environment Public Authority (EPA) celebrated yesterday the official opening of Jahra Nature Reserve to the public, with visits to start from today, as reservations can be made through EPA’s official website. Chairman and Director General of EPA Sheikh Abdullah Ahmad Al-Humoud Al-Sabah said in a press statement that this is the first ecotourism project in Kuwait to be opened to receive visitors with the aim of increasing...
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Biden raises mileage standards for cars, trucks to fight climate change
LOS ANGELES, US: Vehicles drive on the 101 freeway in Los Angeles, California. The US announced, it will increase standards for emissions from cars and trucks and implement the new rules over three years from 2023. —AFPWASHINGTON: President Joe Biden is raising mileage standards for cars and trucks sold in the United States in a bid to limit emissions, as the spending bill he counted on to fund the fight against climate change appears to be...
BRIGHTON: Stuart Davies, a member of Surfers against Sewage, poses for a picture near the Brighton Palace Pier near a CSO (combined sewer overflow) on Dec 6, 2021. — AFP
Residents revolt against UK sewage dumping
BRIGHTON: Stuart Davies, a member of Surfers against Sewage, poses for a picture near the Brighton Palace Pier near a CSO (combined sewer overflow) on Dec 6, 2021. — AFPBRIGHTON: Brighton, on England’s south coast, has been described as Britain’s hippest city, and is a haven for tourists, especially Londoners keen to escape the capital. But surfer Stu Davies says the waters off Brighton and along the Channel coast are less attractive,...
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DAMASCUS: Syria's interim prime minister Mohammad Al-Bashir addresses worshippers during Friday prayers at Umayyad Mosque on Dec 13, 2024. - AFP (See Page 5)
Syria too exhausted for Zionist conflict amid Hezb warning
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Kuwait, US reaffirm strong ties
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KUWAIT: Exam proctors search students before they enter the exam hall to take their final exams in this file photo. — KUNA
MoE forms new exam printing press committee after violations found
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KUWAIT: Health Minister Ahmad Al-Awadhi poses for a photo with a delegation from the University of Houston during their visit to Kuwait.
MoH taps University of Houston for medical scholarships, training
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LYON: A photo shows containers being loading and unloading onto barges on the Rhone at the Edouard Herriot Port in Lyon, eastern France. A new French cargo fret shipowner CMA-CGM is established in the port of Lyon. - AFP
Credit ratings agency hands France surprise downgrade