The Public Authority for Agriculture and Fish Resources has ordered the suspension of operations at the Kabd livestock market until further notice, Al Rai reported. In a letter to the Animal Wealth Association, Asmaa Al-Otaibi, Deputy Director General for…

• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the Pahalgam attack, reaffirmed the government’s resolve against terrorism, and offered condolences to the victims while ensuring all possible assistance for the injured. • The terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir…

• The draft law aims to include the death penalty for traffickers and facilitators, mandatory drug testing for marriage, driver’s license, and military applicants, penalties for refusals, imprisonment for instigators and those who associate with drug users…

While the Ministry of Interior has issued a warning against unlicensed cryptocurrency mining activities, official sources from the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy have revealed the discovery of more than 1,000 sites where individuals…

A security source confirmed that the first day of implementing the new traffic law passed smoothly, with no disruptions reported on any roads. The source noted that the majority of recorded violations involved drivers failing to wear seat belts and using…

As the next papal conclave nears, the adage “He who enters as pope, leaves as a cardinal” reminds us that frontrunners often don’t win. The 2013 surprise election of Pope Francis (Cardinal Bergoglio) over Cardinal Scola exemplifies this. The upcoming election…

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to embark on a three-nation tour of the Middle East next month, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced Tuesday. The trip, scheduled for May 13 to 16, will include visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United…

İş Gıda, operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in Turkey, declares bankruptcy, closing 537 outlets amid $214M debt and Gaza-related boycotts. 7,000 jobs lost.

İş Gıda A.Ş., the Turkish operator for the KFC and Pizza Hut brands, has filed for bankruptcy, resulting in the closure of all 537 of its restaurants across Turkey and the dismissal of 7,000 employees. The company reported debts totaling $214 million (7.7…

The Directorate-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has formed a committee to examine the bidding process for the operation, maintenance, and management of the passenger registration, early detection system, and border security training at Kuwait International…

To foster more efficient and sustainable work environment, the Ministry of Finance has unveiled a comprehensive plan to rationalize electricity and water consumption across its facilities. The initiative aligns with broader government directives to improve…

Gold prices fell on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump stepped back from threats to fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and voiced optimism about reaching a trade deal with China, weakening the metal’s safe-haven appeal. By 05:52 GMT, spot…

• The Cyber Crimes Department emphasized that sharing or distributing images or videos from the breaches is a cybercrime punishable under Kuwaiti law. The Cyber Crimes Department announced it has uncovered several attempts to hack surveillance cameras in…

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The European Union imposed on Wednesday, financial penalties totaling EUR 700 million on Apple and Meta over violations of digital competition rules, reports KUNA. In a press statement, the European Commission said Apple violated its anti-steering obligation…

Box Hill College Kuwait (BHCK) came alive with energy, purpose, and a deep sense of environmental stewardship as it hosted the Sustainability Design Challenge 2025, a student-driven initiative that reimagined the intersection of culture, creativity, and ecological…

Aspire Indian International School celebrated its inaugural Foundation Day on April 21 with a vibrant and heartfelt event filled with pride, unity, and respect. The occasion honored the visionary leaders, dedicated educators, supportive parents, and energetic…

• By promoting fast-paced networking and strategic collaborations, the Inter-Council Speed Networking Event underscores the importance of united efforts in advancing B2B deals and businesses in Kuwait. AmCham Kuwait, alongside the British Business Forum,…

• Ambassador Bishop Eugene Nugent said, “The world comes together today to honor the profound religious and legislative legacy of Pope Francis,” highlighting that he was the first pope from South America, the first Jesuit pope, and the first non-European…