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Ambassador of Canada Aliya Mawani (center) Reza Doust and Ofillia Right pose for a group photo. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
CAP, Canada Embassy present Keep it Fresh: Nature & Nostalgia
KUWAIT: The Contemporary Art Platform (CAP) collaborated with the Embassy of Canada to present the Keep it Fresh: “Fresh & Nostalgia” Solo Exhibition, showcasing the artistic creations of Reza Doust, a talented Iranian Canadian artist. The Ambassador of Canada to Kuwait Aliya Mawani showed her support to culture-based events, saying: “I believe culture serves as a very important bridge that binds people together. Amidst political discourse,...
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‘Threats have consequences’
KUWAIT: Some individuals may playfully tease others with threats, unaware that it could lead to serious consequences if the teased person reports it, even if there was no harmful intent behind the teasing. To shed light on the legal implications and the importance of caution even in jest, Kuwait Times interviewed Lawyer Shoug Shabkouh, who said that the Kuwaiti law strongly condemns and penalizes such threats, as outlined in Article 173 of the...
Ambassador Ekapol Poolpipat is seen with officials and hospital representatives at the event.
Thailand showcases medical tourism excellence in Kuwait
KUWAIT: Thailand welcomed 79,255 Kuwaiti tourists in 2023, up from 44,334 tourists in 2022, Thai officials said at an event held Thursday.The event, “Thailand Medical, Healthcare and Wellness Networking 2024”, was held by the Thai Embassy in Kuwait on the sidelines of the 13th Kuwait Medica Conference and Exhibition on June 6-7, 2024.Ambassador of Thailand to Kuwait Ekapol Poolpipat, in his opening remarks, reaffirmed Thailand’s commitment...
KUWAIT: A restaurant deploys giant parasols, air coolers and mist sprayers to protect patrons from the heat in Souq Mubarakiya on June 1, 2024. – Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Kuwait sets heat record as outdoor work ban begins
KUWAIT: Kuwait experienced record-breaking temperatures of 51 degrees Celsius in the shade on May 31, setting a new high for the month of May not seen in the past 65 years. This unprecedented heatwave was confirmed by Kuwaiti scientist and meteorologist Adel Al-Saadoun, who attributed the phenomenon to the escalating impacts of climate change and global warming.“For the last 65 years, this is the first time we’ve registered such a temperature...
Photo of Asra'a and Suin taken at a Korean festival held in Kuwait.
Language of friendship
A Kuwaiti-Korean friendship between Asra’a and Suin has been created through shared interests in one another’s languages, forging a cultural bridge between Kuwait and Korea. To look more into this language-based connection between a Kuwaiti and Korean, Kuwait Times interviewed Asra’a and Suin, who shared their challenges, motivations and cultural similarities they have discovered between both Kuwait and Korea.Asra’a told Kuwait Times that...
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Expert underlines the differences between teaching and educating
KUWAIT: The weaknesses in teacher performance within the educational system and the evident lack of interest among some educators, has created a concerning impact on the overall quality of education and the skills of graduates, including future teachers. Teachers educated by less qualified or disengaged instructors are now perpetuating this cycle of inadequate teaching, resulting in under-qualified students. Teaching is a profession that must be...
Attendees explore different sections at the Chinese Cultural Center. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Chinese Cultural Center in Kuwait, the first of its kind in the region
KUWAIT: The Chinese Cultural Center in Kuwait hosted the Chinese Cultural Experience Day, an event that aims to foster cultural exchange and strengthening the bond between Kuwait and China. The event was attended by Miao Haiyan, the wife of the Ambassador of China to Kuwait, who warmly welcomed the attendees to participate in the various activities that were designed to celebrate and share the rich cultural heritage of China.The event underscored...
Diplomats and top dignitaries take a group photo during the Georgia's Independece Day event. - Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Georgia urges Kuwaiti investors to explore business opportunities
KUWAIT: The Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for European Affairs, Ambassador Sadiq Marafi, highlighted the positive state of Kuwaiti-Georgian relations during his participation in a ceremony organized by the Georgian Embassy in Kuwait, celebrating Georgia’s Independence Day, which took place on Sunday, May 26, 2024.During the ceremony, the Georgian Embassy emphasized their commitment to elevating this partnership to a new qualitative...
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Bringing music rhythms from Belgium to Kuwait
KUWAIT: A live performance by the renowned Belgian artist Karim Baggili was featured at Yarmouk Cultural Center as the Belgian Embassy, in collaboration with Dar Al-Athar Al-Islamiya, hosted a unique musical evening. The evening was graced by the presence of numerous audience members, including the Belgian ambassador to Kuwait and other diplomatic members.Karim Baggili is a distinguished Belgian musician and composer of Jordanian and Yugoslavian...
KUWAIT: Maz Jobrani poses for a photo with members of the Kuwait Times team. — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Maz Jobrani visits Kuwait Times and Kuwait News
KUWAIT: Kuwait Times and Kuwait News welcomed Maz Jobrani for a tour of the building, providing an exploration journey at Kuwait Times’ various departments alongside the reporting and content creation team, guided by PR and CSR Manager Jana Alnaqeeb. Jobrani experienced the world of journalism firsthand, including a visit to the archives room where content creator Yousef Abu Ghazaleh presented a set of historical events coinciding with...
A group photo of the Volvo team. -- Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Volvo Cars Kuwait proudly announces launch of the new fully electric EX30
KUWAIT: Volvo Cars Kuwait has officially launched the new, fully electric Volvo EX30 at a press event held at Volvo Studio on Tuesday. The EX30 is now available for sale, booking and test drives at the Volvo Showroom and Volvo Studio retail spaces. The EX30 has already garnered significant recognition, including the prestigious 2024 World Urban Car title at the New York International Auto Show.It was also ranked among the top three cars globally...
Members of Abolish 153 and artists take a group photo.
Women’s empowerment, upliftment in focus at Abolish 153 art exhibition
KUWAIT: In line with its mission, Abolish 153 held an art exhibition at Boushahri Gallery to showcase the work of artists expressing their perspectives through painting. The exhibition, held on Sunday, May 19, 2024, featured numerous artworks promoting women’s empowerment and societal upliftment. Attendees included members of Abolish 153, ambassadors, artists and local community members.During the exhibition, Kuwait Times interviewed Dr Alanoud...
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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