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What is behind the decline of marriage?
KUWAIT: Although marriage is a natural instinct inherent in human nature, the avoidance of marriage has become a widespread phenomenon among today’s youth. To understand the reasons behind this phenomenon, which contradicts human nature, Kuwait Times spoke with psychological and social counselor Abdullah Ben Hasan, who discussed the issue from several perspectives.According to Ben Hasan, social factors, as commonly recognized, include high...
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Is Kuwait ready for second wave of online learning?
KUWAIT: Recently, news has started to discuss the spread of mpox, which was recently announced by the World Health Organization, warning about its increasing spread. Given what the world has experienced in recent years, not far from recent history, such as the COVID-19 pandemic that turned the world upside down, affecting different aspects of people’s lives. One of the key aspects that witnessed a major shift in its ways is education as it...
Group Photo of KFH summer program students with the Kuwait Times and Kuwait News team.
KFH students explore Kuwait Times and Kuwait News
KUWAIT: Kuwait Times and Kuwait News hosted students from Kuwait Finance House Summer Program to explore behind the scenes and learn about the field of journalism. The KFH students toured various departments and met the Kuwait Times team, starting with the studio where videos for Kuwait Times’ social media pages are filmed. They then moved to the editorial department, where they learned about the processes involved in news gathering, writing,...
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The need for workshops focused on adult growth and development
KUWAIT: We often find many workshops encouraging children to develop their skills and discover new or perhaps hidden hobbies. However, adults are frequently overlooked. It is usually assumed that they have already found their path in life and their situation is settled. But this is not often the case; many adults suffer from feeling lost and not knowing their goals or hobbies, leading them to experience a sense of boredom or...
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Why do Kuwait students detest AlWatani Test?
KUWAIT: The AlWatani Test in Kuwait is a new examination recently introduced, aimed at evaluating the level of students across the country in a standardized and organized manner. Kuwait’s educational authorities applied this test to reflect students’ academic performance across various subjects and provide accurate data about the quality of education in schools.The test may include subjects such as mathematics, science, Arabic, and English,...
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Proper planning of finances could help one steer through recession: Analyst
KUWAIT: Economic recession and its effects on unemployment, income levels, its duration, and ways to protect against its impacts, as well as its influence on the residential real estate market in Kuwait, are all concerns that people are focused on today given the current global conditions. Therefore, Kuwait Times conducted an interview with real estate analyst and trainer Ala’a Behbehani.Kuwait Times: What is an economic recession?Ala’a...
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From classroom to newsroom
Kuwait Times warmly invites those interested in experiencing the dynamics behind the scenes of a daily newspaper to join its team, nurturing talent and supporting an inclusive environment for all for learning and growth in journalism. In the spirit of showcasing these experiences, Kuwait Times spoke with 10 individuals who were part of the team. Here’s what they had to share:**carousel[143629]**Ahmed highlighted Kuwait Times’ inclusive...
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Collective ignorance and emotional impulses perpetuate violence
KUWAIT: Humanity has been plagued by criminal acts that have resulted in many victims being killed due to ignorance and superstitions passed down from one generation to another and prevailing in many cultures across the globe. What is even more troubling is that, in many cases, the law justifies the killer’s crime under the pretext of social norms and some prevailing misconceptions. To understand the reasons behind these crimes and their social...
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Being in Kuwait during invasion: Soldier’s sister shares story
KUWAIT: From enduring the constant rumble of tanks and the threat of chemical attacks to navigating food shortages and the darkened silence of a city in chaos, Fatima Ghloum’s experience was a testament to resilience. Ghloum shared with Kuwait Times snippets of what life was like in Kuwait during the invasion. “If you’re asking me about the hardest thing I went through during the invasion, everything was difficult. Those seven months...
Minister of Finance and Minister of State for Economic Affairs and Investment Dr Anwar Al-Mudhaf with Morocco's Ambassador to Kuwait Ali bin Issa. - KUNA
Kuwait’s investments in Morocco reach $1.5 bn
KUWAIT: Kuwait’s investments in Morocco amount to at least $1.5 billion, Minister of Finance and Minister of State for Economic Affairs and Investment Dr Anwar Al-Mudhaf said Tuesday. Speaking to reporters in remarks following attending the Moroccan Embassy in Kuwait’s festival marking the 25th anniversary of King Mohammad XI's assumption of power, the minister conveyed the greetings of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad...
Amer Al-Shawaf
Where do attachment styles come from?
KUWAIT: In an effort to delve deeper into the dynamics of marital relationships, particularly within Arab societies, Kuwait Times conducted an interview with Psychologist and Relationship Consultant, Amer Al-Shawaf. The focus was on understanding how attachment styles, shaped by personal experiences, societal expectations, and emotional intelligence, influence relationship dynamics and strategies for fostering healthier bonds.Al-Shawaf...
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Summer in Khairan Sun, sand, sea and shopping
Khairan has become a popular getaway for Kuwait residents seeking a cooler coastal breeze to escape the summer heat. To understand how people in Kuwait navigate summer without leaving the country, Kuwait Times interviewed individuals across different age groups. Hasan, a middle-aged father of three, told Kuwait Times that he prefers escaping the city’s suffocating heat by frequenting chalets in Khairan with friends and family. He indulges in...
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Kuwaiti pilot martyred as Air Force jet crashes
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Interior arrests 165 in major campaign
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KUWAIT: Officials are seen during Cabinet meeting Tuesday. — KUNA
Cabinet reviews Civil Defense’s readiness for emergencies
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KUWAIT: People gather to bid farewell to Kuwait Air Force Pilot Flight Lieutenant Mohammad Mahmoud Abdulrasoul at the Sulaibikhat cemetery on Thursday, October 10, 2024. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Kuwait’s martyred pilot laid to rest
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Crown Prince receives OCA President Singh