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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...
Members of the 'A Light from Every House' initiative take a group photo.
‘A Light from Every House’
KUWAIT: “Unfortunately, Kuwait has very high indicators of irregular electricity consumption due to the lack of a culture of energy conservation. The daily consumption reaches 16,000-17,000 megawatts, and given the hot weather we are experiencing this summer, there is a warning of a potential crisis.” Engineer Fares Alenezi, a resident of Jaber Al-Ahmad residential area and a member of the Jaber Al-Ahmad City Residents Group, stated to Kuwait...
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With graduation season ongoing, people reflect on meaning of success
KUWAIT: For some, success is about serving and uplifting oneself or community, while for others, it’s about securing financial stability and thriving in career accomplishments. These diverse interpretations stem from individual beliefs, values, and interests. Kuwait Times interviewed individuals from various backgrounds to explore their unique philosophies on this multifaceted concept.For Safa’a, a middle-aged Arabic headteacher at one of...
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The power of theatre on cast and audience
'Theatre is a powerful tool for enlightenment and societal change,” said theatre instructor Hawra’a Ibrahim during an interview with Kuwait Times. She discussed the balance between the profound societal impact actors wield through their performances and the necessity of detachment from the characters they portray onstage.Ibrahim echoed the sentiments of many in the performing arts. “When you take your time in performing the personality...
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Kuwaitis to be offered 50% of shares in huge communications project
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RIYADH: A Saudia Airlines electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) Lilium jet is displayed during the Global Logistics Forum in Riyadh October 14, 2024. – AFP
Saudi eyes electric jets to reach Makkah, new resorts
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MAAYSRA: Mourners attend a funeral for the victims of a Zionist airstrike in the Mount Lebanon village of Maaysra, east of the coastal town of Byblos, on October 14, 2024. – AFP
Death toll rises as Hezbollah, Zionist troops battle
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KUWAIT: This picture shows the Kuwait Towers and a several high-rise buildings in Kuwait City. - Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Kuwait social security, govt support help curb inflation
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International delegates gather for a group photo during a workshop of the Global Counterterrorism Forum.
Kuwait takes the center stage in global counterterrorism efforts