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Junior violinists performing on the stage.

Young musicians showcase talents

KUWAIT: Investing in the education of children by instilling a strong foundation in music skills from a young age can cultivate their talents and pave the way towards successful careers in music. According to Richard Bushman, emphasizing the importance of music education can lead to a future where the orchestra predominantly comprises Kuwaiti musicians, showcasing the talent and diversity within the local music scene. Under Richard Bushman’s...

Center Omar Al-Omar reciveiies his reward from Sulaiman Al-Arouj as Ambassador of Japan to Kuwait, Morino Yasunari looks on.

Kuwait and GCC eye digital smart society

KUWAIT: Kuwait and the GCC countries have prioritized the integration of artificial intelligence and digital transformation into their strategic agendas to achieve sustainable development by 2035. This initiative aligns with the government’s focus on leveraging smart technologies and digitization across various sectors. To secure a good position in the future digitally advanced world, Kuwait and the other GCC countries are opting to invest on...

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Mute: An art of resistance

KUWAIT: Sulayman Al-Bassam, a distinguished writer and director from Kuwait, created the award-winning play “Mute” in December 2023. The play made its world premiere at the Tunis JTC festival, where it received the “Golden Tanit Award” for best production, the “Best Actress Award” for Hala Omran, and the “Best Text Award” for Al-Bassam himself. Inspired by the concept of rejecting verbal expression, and choosing silence as a form...

Photos show Academy X students. – Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Academy X host its graduation ceremony at Kuwait University

KUWAIT: With media sponsorship from Kuwait Times and Kuwait News, along with the sponsorship of Zain, Academy X hosted its graduation ceremony at Kuwait University for the inaugural group of participants. This graduation marks the completion of the program for the first cohort, with more groups set to follow in joining Academy X. The program specifically focuses on empowering girls in the realm of technology and artificial intelligence, teaching...

Adel Al-Saadoun shows Kuwait Times the books he uses as resources. -- Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Adel Al-Saadoun among the stars

Away from Earth, Kuwait Times met Adel Al-Saadoun, a Kuwaiti scientist passionate about astronomy and space, to find out more about his enthusiasm for all things celestial. Saadoun said since his childhood, he had numerous aspirations that eventually transformed into reality. He also spoke about the initial spark that ignited his passion for space during an interview at his home, a treasure trove of astronomical devices, books, objects and...

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Elturk discusses Muslim women, fashion industry

KUWAIT: Melanie Elturk is currently participating in the Arts Envoy Program with the US Embassy. As a business owner specializing in designing hijabs primarily for the American market, she is now expanding her presence into the Kuwaiti market.Her presence in Kuwait aims to advocate for women who uphold values similar to those of Muslim women residing in the US. Alongside the US Embassy, Elturk has actively engaged with various entrepreneurial...

Ambasador Tuba Nur Sonmez inaugrates the Turkish Book Section.

Turkish book section inaugurated at Kuwait National Library

KUWAIT: In a collaborative effort between the Turkish Embassy and the Kuwait National Library, a special ceremony took place on Monday 29th of April, 2024 to inaugurate the Turkish Book Section within the library. The event was attended by the Library Director General, Siham Al-Azmi, ambassadors, members of the diplomatic corps, academics, and media representatives etc. The Turkish Embassy donated 250 books to the library, covering a wide array...

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The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

In Margaret Atwood’s dystopian modern classic novel, “The Handmaid’s Tale”, women’s physical and psychological oppression through raping ceremonies, constant monitoring, control, objectification and dehumanization under Gilead’s patriarchal totalitarian regime is skillfully portrayed through the narration of Offred, the protagonist handmaid. Women are reduced to mere wombs for giving birth as their bodies are exploited for the...

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Reading culture in the digital age

Kuwait Times stepped into the world of literacy in its modern shape, discovering the level of digital integration, community engagement and reading culture in Kuwait. In an interview with an owner of a local bookstore and keen observer of literary trends, who preferred to remain anonymous, Kuwait Times gleaned a better understanding of this topic.TikTok’s impactThe bookshop owner highlighted a crucial aspect, which is the role of social media...

Kilmitain opening panel discusses with Gulf Bank CMO, Najla’a Al-Issa. – Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat

Khaleejesque launches Kilmitain event to empower local creative industries

KUWAIT: Khaleejesque is a platform dedicated to empowering and showcasing creative industries in the Gulf region, with a special focus on Kuwait. Through events like Kilmitain, Khaleejesque aims to foster creativity, innovation and cultural exchange, providing a space for artists, designers and entrepreneurs to thrive and connect with a larger audience. Emcee Fatimah Al-Yakoob welcomed the audience and expressed special thanks to media partners...

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Youth in times of war and global conflicts

KUWAIT: Uncertainty, emotional distress, educational disruptions, loss of innocence, forced recruitment, health risks, and other unfortunate lasting aftermaths of the traumatic ordeals within war and global conflicts intertwine with the very essence of young people’s lives, suffocating their serenity and ambitions. During times of war, the profound burden of distress weigh heavily on every single soul, yet, the youth bear the lion’s share for...

AU marketing students gather for a group photo with Kuwait Times team.

AU marketing students visit Kuwait Times, Kuwait News

KUWAIT: A group of marketing students from the Australian University (AU) explored Kuwait Times and Kuwait News’ different departments and met the staff working behind the scenes. Public Relations and CSR manager at Kuwait Times and Kuwait News, Jana Alnaqeeb took the students to each department, where they were introduced to the working team and the type of work that goes on. Starting from the studio, they moved to the editorial department,...

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OPEC Secretary-General Haitham Al-Ghais.

OPEC to COP29: Oil gift from God

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DOHA: Kuwait’s Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah speaks at the 41st meeting of the Interior Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council. — KUNA photos

Interior minister calls for uniting GCC security efforts

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Committee strips Kuwaiti citizenship of 1,647 individuals

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Oxford Academy School students pose for a photo with their Kuwait Times copies.

Oxford Academy School students visit Kuwait Times and Kuwait News

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Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov from the Mariinsky Ballet performs during a dress rehearsal of 'Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux' at the Saddlers Wells theatre in London, on October 15, 2008. --AFP

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