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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 frustration....
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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...
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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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KUWAIT: A Kuwaiti jeweler arranges gold items at his shop in Kuwait City. - Photo by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Gold prices drop notably
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A Palestinian man walks past a closed shop, during a general strike demanding an end to the Gaza war, in the old city of Hebron in the Israeli occupied West Bank on April 7, 2025 - AFP
Kuwaiti firms join strike for Gaza
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DHAKA: Garment workers sewing clothes at a Snowtex Group textile factory in Dhamrai, a sub-district in Dhaka. - AFP
US buyers halt orders from major garment producer Bangladesh
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LOS ANGELES: Protesters hold signs and flags and a large balloon with an image of US President Donald Trump during the nationwide "Hands Off!" protest against Trump and his advisor, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in downtown Los Angeles on April 5, 2025. — AFP photos
Americans rally against Trump ‘devastation’
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KUWAIT: Minister of State for Municipal Affairs Abdullatif Al-Meshari, accompanied by senior officials, visits Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh on April 7, 2025.
Labor cities needed to tackle Jleeb challenges