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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...
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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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Collagen: The body’s major anti-ageing elixir
KUWAIT: Collagen is a protein that serves as a major component of connective tissues such as skin, bones, tendons and ligaments. It provides structural support, elasticity and strength to various tissues and organs. It is widely cherished for its ability to promote a youthful and healthy appearance. To learn strategies for preserving collagen levels and maintaining production as we age, Kuwait Times spoke to Dr Manal Dashti.Kuwait Times: Do...
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad receives Ambassador of France to Kuwait Claire Le Flecher.
Strengthening bonds, France Embassy marks Bastille Day
KUWAIT: The French Embassy in Kuwait held an event to mark Bastille Day celebration and bilateral relations between France and Kuwait. The event took place on Sunday, July 14, 2024. The occasion of Bastille Day holds special significance this year as France is hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games. During the event, France’s Ambassador to Kuwait Claire Le Flecher expressed her gratitude for the presence of a delegation from the Kuwait...
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Volunteers selflessly assist husseiniya visitors in Kuwait
KUWAIT: Upon the sighting of the Muharram crescent according to the Islamic calendar, husseiniyas begin to mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. Shiite Muslims start wearing black and perform mourning rituals for Imam Hussein, the son of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib and the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). As people visit husseiniyas for condolences, Kuwait Times spoke to volunteers known as “servants of Imam Hussein” to understand the reason...
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Kuwait encourages differently-abled people to work
KUWAIT: To highlight the importance of including persons with different abilities in the workforce and its transformative potential, Kuwait Times spoke to Consultant Ali Taresh and Lawyer Sultan Al-Shimali, who emphasized both the personal and societal benefits of giving them space in the professional sphere, besides highlighting Kuwait’s support.Taresh emphasized that participation in the workforce fosters a sense of respect and appreciation...
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Understanding the menopause phase
KUWAIT: One of the most challenging phases in women’s lives is when they reach menopause. Although this phase is a natural transition, it plays a major role in shifting women’s hormones, emotions and physical changes, and it is often encountered with misconceptions and uncertainties. To gain better understanding about women’s menopause phase, Kuwait Times spoke to Dr Mona Youssef Abdullah, Consultant in Internal Medicine and Oncology,...
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Book Review: ‘An Unlasting Home’ by Mai Al-Nakib
KUWAIT: Mai Al-Nakib’s novel, An Unlasting Home, narrates the saga of multiple women characters across generations. Through flashbacks and memories, the novel shifts between the 20th and 21st centuries in Kuwait, where most of the plot is set. It explores the consequences - enriching for some, devastating for others - of Kuwait’s post-oil transformation.Through a complex web of familial and societal ties, the novel brings together characters...
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KUNA Kids get a glimpse into world of journalism
KUWAIT: KUNA Kids visited Kuwait Times and Kuwait News on a field trip, giving them a glimpse into the world of journalism before and during the digital era. The kids (with inquisitive minds) learned about journalism and the hard work that goes on behind the scenes. Despite growing up in a digital age, the children were fascinated by the printed paper copies of Kuwait Times, marveling at the distributed copies of the 63-year-old paper edition...
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Why do teenagers attempt risky behaviors? Psychologist weighs in
KUWAIT: Illegal driving, substance abuse, risky sexual behaviors, and other daring acts have become prevalent among teenagers, leaving parents deeply concerned and on edge. Is this simply a phase of normal adolescent development? Seeking answers to these questions, Kuwait Times conducted an interview with Psychologist, Abdullah Ben Hasan, to delve into the motives driving these behaviors and to offer guidance to parents navigating these...
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MoI, MoD defend house evictions
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KUWAIT: The Kuwait Chamber of Commerce and Industry officials hold talks with the Indian economic delegation at the KCCI office on Monday. --KUNA
Kuwait-India non-oil trade exceeded $2bn in 2022, says KCCI
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Senior officials take a group photo after GCC-Russia Joint Ministerial Meeting in Riyadh.
GCC, Russia address escalating Mideast tensions, strategic ties
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RIYADH: Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Al-Yahya met with India’s Minister of State for External Affairs Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. The meeting was on the sidelines of the 161st Ministerial Council meeting of the Cooperation Council held at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the cooperation council in Riyadh. During the meeting, they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation, regional and international developments. – KUNA
GCC-India strategic dialogue kicks off
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DHAKA: A student shouts slogans as demonstrators wave Bangladesh's national flag during a rally marking one month since the ousting of the country's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on September 5, 2024. — AFP
Bangladesh seeks extradition of ex-PM Hasina from India