Page One: At the front and center of significant events
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By Shakir Reshamwala
In the fast-paced world of journalism, the front page of a newspaper is the window to the world for readers, a snapshot of the day’s most critical events, and a reflection of the newspaper’s editorial priorities. As the front-page editor of Kuwait Times for nearly two decades, I have…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/page-one-at-the-front-and-center-of-significant-events/
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By Shakir Reshamwala
In the fast-paced world of journalism, the front page of a newspaper is the window to the world for readers, a snapshot of the day’s most critical events, and a reflection of the newspaper’s editorial priorities. As the front-page editor of Kuwait Times for nearly two decades, I have…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/page-one-at-the-front-and-center-of-significant-events/
Page One: At the front and center of significant events
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By Shakir Reshamwala
In the fast-paced world of journalism, the front page of a newspaper is the window to the world for readers, a snapshot of the day’s most critical events, and a reflection of the newspaper’s editorial priorities. As the front-page editor of Kuwait Times for nearly two decades, I have…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/page-one-at-the-front-and-center-of-significant-events/
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By Shakir Reshamwala
In the fast-paced world of journalism, the front page of a newspaper is the window to the world for readers, a snapshot of the day’s most critical events, and a reflection of the newspaper’s editorial priorities. As the front-page editor of Kuwait Times for nearly two decades, I have…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/page-one-at-the-front-and-center-of-significant-events/
Gender segregation: Kuwait’s phantom menace
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By Dr Mai Al-Nakib
On 13 September 2023, four days before the start of classes at Kuwait University, the Values Promotion Committee of the National Assembly met with the acting president of Kuwait University, along with the Minister of Education and Higher Education. The outcome of the meeting was a decision to…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/gender-segregation-kuwaits-phantom-menace/
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By Dr Mai Al-Nakib
On 13 September 2023, four days before the start of classes at Kuwait University, the Values Promotion Committee of the National Assembly met with the acting president of Kuwait University, along with the Minister of Education and Higher Education. The outcome of the meeting was a decision to…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/gender-segregation-kuwaits-phantom-menace/
Message to Kuwaitis
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By Dr Khalid A Al-Saleh
When the doors of the banks are thrown open, and people are allowed to withdraw money without question, blessed by the National Assembly and government’s approval, the banking system will inevitably collapse sooner or later. If you voice objections to this risky course of action, neither the…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/message-to-kuwaitis/
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By Dr Khalid A Al-Saleh
When the doors of the banks are thrown open, and people are allowed to withdraw money without question, blessed by the National Assembly and government’s approval, the banking system will inevitably collapse sooner or later. If you voice objections to this risky course of action, neither the…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/message-to-kuwaitis/
Stop discrimination against expatriates
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By Nejoud Al-Yagout
As per an article in Kuwait Times, the National Assembly Speaker has submitted a draft law “calling to stop the appointment of expats in government jobs unless there are no Kuwaitis to occupy the post” (https://kuwaittimes.com/bid-to-curb-expat-hirings/). In other words, even if a qualified expatriate applies for a job, his/her application will…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/stop-discrimination-against-expatriates-2/
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By Nejoud Al-Yagout
As per an article in Kuwait Times, the National Assembly Speaker has submitted a draft law “calling to stop the appointment of expats in government jobs unless there are no Kuwaitis to occupy the post” (https://kuwaittimes.com/bid-to-curb-expat-hirings/). In other words, even if a qualified expatriate applies for a job, his/her application will…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/stop-discrimination-against-expatriates-2/
Effective tips to maintain peace, avoid conflicts
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By Abdellatif Sharaa
What is going on with us human beings? Is it the change in climate affecting our moods and attitudes? Are we under the influence of the El Nino effect? I know it has to do with the weather, but I wonder. I am saying this because of what I have been…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/effective-tips-to-maintain-peace-avoid-conflicts/
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By Abdellatif Sharaa
What is going on with us human beings? Is it the change in climate affecting our moods and attitudes? Are we under the influence of the El Nino effect? I know it has to do with the weather, but I wonder. I am saying this because of what I have been…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/effective-tips-to-maintain-peace-avoid-conflicts/
The identity puzzle of Kuwaiti youth
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By Yousef Al-Mazeedi
In today’s interconnected world, understanding our own identity is crucial. A recent study by Sam Mejias, Rania Al-Nakib, Abdullah Al-Khonaini and Rana Khazbak delved into this topic, asking young people in Kuwait to describe themselves. Students, mostly Kuwaiti and from both public and private schools, were posed with a…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/the-identity-puzzle-of-kuwaiti-youth/
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By Yousef Al-Mazeedi
In today’s interconnected world, understanding our own identity is crucial. A recent study by Sam Mejias, Rania Al-Nakib, Abdullah Al-Khonaini and Rana Khazbak delved into this topic, asking young people in Kuwait to describe themselves. Students, mostly Kuwaiti and from both public and private schools, were posed with a…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/the-identity-puzzle-of-kuwaiti-youth/
E-books and e-learning
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By Azzah Alghamdi
The technological advancements witnessed worldwide have had numerous positive impacts on education, with the most notable being the rise of distance learning and the integration of technology into teaching. The Internet has made it significantly easier for both researchers and students to access educational resources crucial for their studies. However,…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/e-books-and-e-learning/
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By Azzah Alghamdi
The technological advancements witnessed worldwide have had numerous positive impacts on education, with the most notable being the rise of distance learning and the integration of technology into teaching. The Internet has made it significantly easier for both researchers and students to access educational resources crucial for their studies. However,…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/e-books-and-e-learning/
Governors and beautiful Kuwait
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By Dr Khalid Al-Saleh
We would like to draw attention to decree 6 of 1962, which approved the administrative division of Kuwait. Subsequently, decree 97/1989 was issued concerning the governorate system, and later, decree 21/1992 was amended by law 18/2000. In addition, the fatwa and legislation department introduced amendments to the governors’…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/governors-and-beautiful-kuwait/
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By Dr Khalid Al-Saleh
We would like to draw attention to decree 6 of 1962, which approved the administrative division of Kuwait. Subsequently, decree 97/1989 was issued concerning the governorate system, and later, decree 21/1992 was amended by law 18/2000. In addition, the fatwa and legislation department introduced amendments to the governors’…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/governors-and-beautiful-kuwait/
Abdullah Al-Rashidi: A fine example
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By Abdellatif Sharaa
Around 30 years ago, I was asked to visit the Kuwait Shooting Sport Club by a friend to handle some paperwork. I wasn’t quite sure what the game was all about back then. However, I consider myself fortunate to have become a part of the media committee of the club. It…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/abdullah-al-rashidi-a-fine-example/
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By Abdellatif Sharaa
Around 30 years ago, I was asked to visit the Kuwait Shooting Sport Club by a friend to handle some paperwork. I wasn’t quite sure what the game was all about back then. However, I consider myself fortunate to have become a part of the media committee of the club. It…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/abdullah-al-rashidi-a-fine-example/
Environment and economy in harmony
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By Abdulaziz Nawaf Al-Sabah
With the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties, commonly known as COP28, convening in Dubai at the end of November, the world has its best chance to agree on a just and equitable energy transition. And my generation has its best chance to ensure…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/environment-and-economy-in-harmony/
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By Abdulaziz Nawaf Al-Sabah
With the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties, commonly known as COP28, convening in Dubai at the end of November, the world has its best chance to agree on a just and equitable energy transition. And my generation has its best chance to ensure…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/environment-and-economy-in-harmony/
Two journeys, two generations: Stories of Fai and Sulaiman
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By Yousef Almazeedi
In the realm of extraordinary journeys, Fai Alomra and Sulaiman Alzayed, both in their early twenties, treaded different paths separated by decades and continents. Yet, their tales converge on the themes of adventure, camaraderie and resilience. This summer, Fai spent 126 days conquering the Pacific Crest Trail. She trudged…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/two-journeys-two-generations-stories-of-fai-and-sulaiman/
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By Yousef Almazeedi
In the realm of extraordinary journeys, Fai Alomra and Sulaiman Alzayed, both in their early twenties, treaded different paths separated by decades and continents. Yet, their tales converge on the themes of adventure, camaraderie and resilience. This summer, Fai spent 126 days conquering the Pacific Crest Trail. She trudged…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/two-journeys-two-generations-stories-of-fai-and-sulaiman/
Stand up for Palestine
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By Anadel Khaled Alrashed
Have you ever found yourself in a scenario where someone took something that was yours, but no one trusted your word? Well, can you imagine that happening in a country? That’s precisely what Palestine has faced since the Zionist regime’s occupation of Palestinian land. Yet, the Palestinian people…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/stand-up-for-palestine/
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By Anadel Khaled Alrashed
Have you ever found yourself in a scenario where someone took something that was yours, but no one trusted your word? Well, can you imagine that happening in a country? That’s precisely what Palestine has faced since the Zionist regime’s occupation of Palestinian land. Yet, the Palestinian people…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/stand-up-for-palestine/
Battling cardiovascular and chronic diseases
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By Dr Khalid Al-Saleh
The WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean will convene a meeting at its Cairo premises from October 9 to 12. On Monday, a meeting was held to discuss how to assist the region’s countries in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals. One of the most pressing concerns for…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/battling-cardiovascular-and-chronic-diseases/
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By Dr Khalid Al-Saleh
The WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean will convene a meeting at its Cairo premises from October 9 to 12. On Monday, a meeting was held to discuss how to assist the region’s countries in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals. One of the most pressing concerns for…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/battling-cardiovascular-and-chronic-diseases/
Who can support United Nations?
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By Azzah Al-Ghamdi
The world was once plagued by bloody conflicts and devastating wars until the United Nations (UN) was established. Its founding mission was to establish binding rules for countries to ensure international peace, respect borders, and uphold international agreements. The UN was established with the support of the United States…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/who-can-support-united-nations/
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By Azzah Al-Ghamdi
The world was once plagued by bloody conflicts and devastating wars until the United Nations (UN) was established. Its founding mission was to establish binding rules for countries to ensure international peace, respect borders, and uphold international agreements. The UN was established with the support of the United States…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/who-can-support-united-nations/
Fraud in the era of artificial intelligence
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By Azzah Al-Ghamdi
The technological progress that the world has witnessed must be dealt with caution. The world today must be dealt with caution. The world is happy in the era of artificial intelligence, where there is ease, speed, and accuracy in completing transactions and carrying out tasks that require physical and…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/fraud-in-the-era-of-artificial-intelligence/
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By Azzah Al-Ghamdi
The technological progress that the world has witnessed must be dealt with caution. The world today must be dealt with caution. The world is happy in the era of artificial intelligence, where there is ease, speed, and accuracy in completing transactions and carrying out tasks that require physical and…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/fraud-in-the-era-of-artificial-intelligence/
Beyond rulers: US policy must echo Arab populace
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By Abdulaziz Al-Anjeri
The narrative of US foreign policy is rife with paradoxes, none more glaring than its stance on the Zionist-Palestinian conflict. The US champions democratic values globally, vehemently advocating for peaceful protests and freedom of speech in nations like Russia, China, and Iran. Yet, this fervor wanes dramatically with pro-Palestinian…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/beyond-rulers-us-policy-must-echo-arab-populace/
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By Abdulaziz Al-Anjeri
The narrative of US foreign policy is rife with paradoxes, none more glaring than its stance on the Zionist-Palestinian conflict. The US champions democratic values globally, vehemently advocating for peaceful protests and freedom of speech in nations like Russia, China, and Iran. Yet, this fervor wanes dramatically with pro-Palestinian…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/beyond-rulers-us-policy-must-echo-arab-populace/
Unearthing the shadows of ethnic cleansing, genocide
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Mariam Ahmed Al Ayyoub
Ethnic cleansing and genocide have darkened the pages of history, leaving behind scars that continue to affect Palestine, their history, families, children, the elderly, a struggle that remains at the center of global attention. The painful ethnic cleansing and genocide linger on in the very fabric of Palestine…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/unearthing-the-shadows-of-ethnic-cleansing-genocide/
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Mariam Ahmed Al Ayyoub
Ethnic cleansing and genocide have darkened the pages of history, leaving behind scars that continue to affect Palestine, their history, families, children, the elderly, a struggle that remains at the center of global attention. The painful ethnic cleansing and genocide linger on in the very fabric of Palestine…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/unearthing-the-shadows-of-ethnic-cleansing-genocide/
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Unearthing the shadows of ethnic cleansing, genocide - Kuwait Times
Mariam Ahmed Al Ayyoub Ethnic cleansing and genocide have darkened the pages of history, leaving behind scars that continue to affect Palestine, their history, families, children, the elderly, a struggle that remains at the center of global attention. The…
Gaza and the neutrals who have conscience
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Dr Khalid Al-Saleh
Individuals with political opinions can be likened to human beings encircled by a group of powerful wrestlers. Presently, many neutral intellectuals remain silent. The situation in Gaza is marked by the disregard for rules of engagement and the existence of an oppressive system reliant on excessive power. In 1990,…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/gaza-and-the-neutrals-who-have-conscience/
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Dr Khalid Al-Saleh
Individuals with political opinions can be likened to human beings encircled by a group of powerful wrestlers. Presently, many neutral intellectuals remain silent. The situation in Gaza is marked by the disregard for rules of engagement and the existence of an oppressive system reliant on excessive power. In 1990,…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/gaza-and-the-neutrals-who-have-conscience/
The patient calls you…
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By Dr. Khalid Al-Saleh
I recently visited a patient, may Allah cure him, in a government hospital. A nurse entered the room and provided my ailing friend with instructions in English. He nodded, clearly not comprehending much of what was being said. After the nurse left, I inquired if he had understood…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/the-patient-calls-you/
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By Dr. Khalid Al-Saleh
I recently visited a patient, may Allah cure him, in a government hospital. A nurse entered the room and provided my ailing friend with instructions in English. He nodded, clearly not comprehending much of what was being said. After the nurse left, I inquired if he had understood…
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https://kuwaittimes.com/the-patient-calls-you/