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Kuwait Airways and stc sign joint cooperation protocol to enhance digital services
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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August 25, 2025
Post Views: 131 Kuwait Airways and Kuwait Telecommunications Company ‘stc’ have signed a joint cooperation protocol which aims to strengthen cooperation between the two entities in developing both the telecommunication and aviation sectors,...
Kuwait bars public healthcare access for visit visa holders
The Economic Times
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August 25, 2025
Kuwait has announced that individuals entering the country on temporary or visit visas will no longer be eligible for services at public hospitals, specialty centres, or primary care clinics. The decision was issued by Health Minister Dr Ahmad Al...
Kuwait Reaffirms Six-Month Jail, KD 200,000 Fine For Marine Polluters
Arab Times
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August 24, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: The Environment Public Authority (EPA) has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the country’s marine environment, stressing that strict penalties remain in force against anyone found guilty of intentionally polluting...
Wego recommends last minute summer trips for Kuwaiti travelers
Mid East Information
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August 26, 2025
Dubai, UAE – August , 2025 – Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), presents a curated list of last-minute trips for Kuwaiti travelers to celebrate the end of summer....
Six-Month Jail, Up To KD200,000 Fine For Marine Polluters In Kuwait
Gulf Insider
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August 26, 2025
Kuwait’s Environment Public Authority (EPA) has issued a stern warning to anyone who pollutes the country’s marine environment, announcing that violators face up to six months in jail and fines reaching KD 200,000 ($655,000). The EPA reiterated...
Ooredoo data centers obtain ISO certifications for Safety and Sustainability
GCC Business News
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August 26, 2025
Bousher and Sohar Data Centers, the state-of-the-art data center projects of Ooredoo Oman, have been awarded the prestigious ISO/IEC 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO/IEC 14001 (Environmental Management) certifications. These...
Kuwait fishermen urge reforms and wider access to fishing areas
Arab Times
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August 24, 2025
Fresh shrimp catch helps stabilize fish market prices and supports local livelihoods. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 24: Kuwait’s fishermen have landed more than 273 tons of shrimp and 300 tons of assorted fish in the East and Fahaheel markets this month, as...
Scientific Center aims to fuse Kuwaiti heritage and modern science with new partnership
Arab Times
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August 26, 2025
The Scientific Center signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kuwait Heritage Society. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 26: Director General of the Scientific Center, Musaed Al-Yaseen, affirmed Monday the center’s commitment to blending the authenticity of...
Date announced: flynas resumes direct flights between Jeddah and Kuwait
Gulf Business
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August 26, 2025
Image credit: Supplied flynas has announced the resumption of direct flights between Jeddah and Kuwait starting November 1, 2025. The move is part of the airline’s broader expansion strategy and aligns with national aviation and tourism objectives...
India’s Modi and China's Xi pledge to rebuild ties
The National News
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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held their first meeting since Donald Trump returned to power, with the long-standing Asian rivals pledging deeper co-operation as they deal with the economic fallout from the US...
Health Ministry launches field hospital & free medical camps in Prophet’s Birthday celebration
Yemen News Agency SABA
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Health Ministry launches field hospital & free medical camps in Prophet’s Birthday celebration Sana’a - Saba: In commemoration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family), the Ministry of Public Health and Population has...
UAE property outlook optimistic despite concerns over off-plan project delays
The National News
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Dubai’s residential market remained resilient in the first half of 2025, although off-plan sales transactions reflected a decline after an industry boom at the end of last year, a report says. The slowdown was largely influenced by factors such as...
Soft skills to survival skills: How to prepare for the 'job apocalypse' due to AI
The National News
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The rise of artificial intelligence is already reshaping the global workforce, with experts warning that the ability to build skills such as judgment, empathy, adaptability and digital literacy will be essential to avoid being left behind. As the...
Kuwait Dismantles Illegal Markets, Shuts Shops In Jleeb & Khaitan Sweep
Arab Times
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August 23, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 23: As part of ongoing efforts to combat violations and negative practices, the Criminal Security Sector, under the direct supervision of His Excellency Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of...
Kuwait Bans Public Healthcare Access For Visit Visa Holders
Gulf Insider
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August 23, 2025
Kuwait’s Ministry of Health has announced that individuals entering the country on temporary or visit visas will no longer be eligible for healthcare services at public hospitals, speciality centres, or primary care clinics. The move is aimed at...
Kuwait Municipality urges compliance with safety standards in construction
Arab Times
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August 23, 2025
Kuwait Municipality urges strict safety compliance in construction sites. KUWAIT CITY, Aug 23: The Kuwait Municipality emphasized the importance of ensuring a healthy and safe work environment for laborers and implementing safety standards in...
SCO Becomes Important Force for Advancing New Type of International Relations – Xi
Sputnik News
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August 31, 2025
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250831/sco-has-become-important-force-for-advancing-new-type-of-international-relations--xi-jinping-1122695861.html SCO Becomes Important Force for Advancing New Type of International Relations – Xi SCO Becomes Important...
Kuwait bets big on Vision 2035: $32 bln investment and 50,000 jobs to reshape the nation
The Arabian Stories
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August 23, 2025
KUWAIT CITY : Kuwait has unveiled one of the most ambitious economic transformation drives in its history, announcing a sweeping package of 124 megaprojects valued at KD 10 billion (USD 32.6 billion) under the New Kuwait 2035 Vision. The programme...
Iraqis rally against maritime treaty with Kuwait
Shafaq News
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2025-08-25T10:39:44+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News – Baghdad Dozens of protesters led by lawmaker Amer Abdul-Jabbar rallied in Baghdad’s al-Nusour Square on Monday, demanding the cancellation of the Khor Abdullah agreement with...
Meet the students behind Kuwait’s new young media collective
Kuwait Times
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August 25, 2025
By Alina Simra Pasha KUWAIT: A summer dream that began with one camera has grown into a student-led media organization showcasing young talent in Kuwait. Direct Tales Media, established in August 2024, is a non-profit organization dedicated to...