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dar.nur’s annual exhibition highlights unique artworks
The second annual art exhibition of dar.nur was held on November 3, 2024, at Sadu House in Kuwait, bringing together a remarkable selection of artists from Kuwait and beyond, whose artwork has a unique connection to dar.nur’s vision. This year, the exhibition emphasized the diversity and talent of artists from various cultural backgrounds, including those from Kuwait, the UK, Algeria, Lebanon, Sweden and other countries. The unifying factor...
KUWAIT: Participants are seen at an event held by HFW to raise awareness of breast cancer. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
HFW organizes ‘Palette of Hope’ event to raise breast cancer awareness
KUWAIT: International law firm “HFW, in association with Attorney Rula Dajani” organized the “Palette of Hope” event, an art experience aimed at honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This event served as a platform for individuals to come together, express their creativity, and engage in meaningful discussions about breast cancer awareness. The event was attended by representatives from Hayatt Breast Cancer Foundation Kuwait and was...
Canadian Ambassador Aliya Mawani
3rd season of Young Ambassador Program launches in Kuwait
KUWAIT: Under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the third season of the Young Ambassador Program was inaugurated, with the United Nations Resident Coordinator Office in Kuwait collaborating with the British and Canadian Embassies. The launch event took place on October 28, 2024, at the UN House, with the presence of Minister Plenipotentiary Mohamed Rashid Al-Omairi from the Kuwait Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasizing the...
Students pose for a photo with Kuwait Times and Kuwait News staff at the printing press.
American Academy School visits Kuwait Times, Kuwait News
KUWAIT: Kuwait Times and Kuwait News hosted students from the American Academy School to explore the behind-the-scenes dynamics of journalism. The students toured various departments and met the Kuwait Times team, who helped them learn about the nature of working in a newspaper. Their tour started with the studio where Kuwait Times Content Creator Dhoha Al-Issa explained to them how videos for Kuwait Times’ social media pages are filmed. They...
KUWAIT: Italian Ambassador to Kuwait Lorenzo Morini meets with reporters. — Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Italy won’t withdraw UNIFIL troops until UN resolutions fulfilled
KUWAIT: Italy’s Ambassador to Kuwait Lorenzo Morini said dialogue is the only way out and an effective solution for the current war threatening to engulf the region. “We are fully convinced that the basis for resolving the current situation is to de-escalate the conflict, and after that, we can find a long-term solution within the framework of the UN Charter and resolutions,” he told reporters during a meeting Saturday. “We have more than...
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Opinions differ on 3rd fingerprint
KUWAIT: Kuwait recently approved a new system for employee attendance in the government sector, requiring biometric fingerprint scans three times during the workday. This initiative is part of Kuwait’s broader reforms aimed at advancing the country and addressing the common issue of employees leaving their workplace without permission. This decision has been met with mixed reactions from Kuwaitis. Kuwait Times interviewed locals working in the...
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Voices of Change: Invaluable insights designed to inspire positive change
KUWAIT: In continuation of the speeches sparked by the TEDx event titled “Mindset: Shaping Tomorrow,” held at the Australian University on Saturday, Kuwait Times engaged with the second part of the speakers, who shared invaluable insights designed to inspire positive change and foster resilience in the face of challenges. Sayer Al-Otaibi Sayer Al-Otaibi’s journey shared his transformative experience that evolved from passive observation to...
Public diwan in Kuwait.
Diwaniyas: Kuwait’s cultural melting pot
Among the aspects that have endured and continue to thrive in Gulf heritage, particularly in Kuwait, is the diwaniya. The resilience of the diwaniya has made it a bridge connecting the past and the present, linking the older generation with the youth, strangers with relatives, as well as locals with newcomers in Kuwait. Diwaniyas hold significant importance for Kuwaiti men. To further explore the relationship between Kuwaiti men and the diwaniya,...
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Book ReviewI Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman
In I Who Have Never Known Men, Jacqueline Harpman crafts a haunting dystopian tale centered around an unnamed protagonist and 39 other women. Imprisoned in an underground bunker, these women are cut off from men and the outside world. Through the protagonist’s perspective, Harpman unravels their story, highlighting their isolation and struggle. As the youngest of the group, with no memories of life before captivity, the protagonist offers a...
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‘What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger?’ Psychologists weigh in
KUWAIT: “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” is a common saying we often encounter. Although this saying can serve as a motivating belief or a way to encourage resilience, it can also invalidate the suffering experienced by individuals after a traumatic event. This raises an important question: Is it really true that what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger? To explore this concept and validate the diverse emotions people may...
Former MP and minister Maasouma Al-Mubarak (center) is pictured with other dignitaries.
GCC Forum focuses on significance of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity
KUWAIT: The 2nd AI and Cybersecurity GCC Forum took place on October 8, 2024, organized by the American International University (AIU) under the auspices of the Ministry of Education. The forum focused on the critical significance of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape. Esteemed speakers with profound expertise in these fields shared invaluable insights during various presentations...
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WARMUN: Empowering youth for global change
KUWAIT: With the support of Kuwait Times, World Ambassadors for Resolutions Model United Nations (WARMUN) held its inaugural event at the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) to encourage and inspire youth to take part in addressing global challenges. WARMUN functioned as a platform for young leaders to develop critical thinking skills for shaping a better future. During the event, Ghada Eltahir, the UN Secretary-General’s...
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Mapping Kuwait: A traveler’s guide to hidden gems
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Among the achievements of the post-oil era, modern buildings rise around a mosque, replacing the old mud houses with concrete homes equipped with water and electricity, built by the Kuwaiti government for its citizens.
From sailboats to skylines
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DARAA, Syria: Mourners pray over the flag-draped coffins of people killed in Zionist shelling on Nawa in southern Syria during their funeral on April 3, 2025. - AFP
Zionists step up strikes on Syria, challenge Turkey
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Kuwaiti army delegation talks enhancing women’s role in military service
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BERLIN: Kuwait’s Minister of Social Affairs Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah (center) participates in the third Global Disability Summit in Berlin, Germany. — KUNA
Kuwait stresses need for stronger policies at global disability summit