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Erling Haaland reached 21 goals for the season for club and country as his hat-trick helped Norway to a 5-0 win over Israel in their World Cup qualifier after pro-Palestine protests in Oslo.Haaland’s latest hat-trick means he has surpassed the 20-goal mark for the season in just 12 games. His second goal of the match – a header from Antonio Nusa’s cross – made it 50 goals for Norway in just 46 matches. Haaland could have had more had he converted a first-half penalty, but he saw see two attempts from 12 yards saved after referee Szymon Marciniak ordered the…

From farming solutions to industrial cooperation, Spain eyes closer ties as it marks National Day KUWAIT: Spain has long been one of the most beloved destinations for Kuwaiti travelers. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, world-class cuisine and welcoming atmosphere, Spain offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity that continues to attract visitors from around the world. With Spain celebrating its National Day, Ambassador of Spain to Kuwait Manuel Hernández Gamallo shared insights with Kuwait Times on the enduring friendship between the two countries.Kuwait Times: Spain and Kuwait have enjoyed long-standing ties, how would you describe the nature…

NEW YORK: Kuwait on Thursday called for reforms to the global financial system to make it “more fair and transparent” while addressing the needs of developing and least-developed countries. The country also urged the accelerated implementation of commitments to channel special drawing rights to support the most vulnerable nations.The remarks were delivered by Kuwaiti diplomatic attaché Rashid Farhan before the United Nations General Assembly’s Second Committee, which deals with economic and financial matters.The global financial system has long faced criticism for favoring wealthy nations while leaving developing countries vulnerable to debt crises and economic shocks. Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), created…

First Deputy PM highlights decades of cooperation in international security during visit LYON: Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah was awarded the Interpol Medal of the Highest Order on Friday, recognizing Kuwait’s long-standing support and active role in the global policing organization. The medal was presented by Interpol Secretary General, Major General Dr Ahmed Al-Raisi, during a meeting in Lyon that focused on cooperation in security and international crime prevention. Kuwait’s Ambassador to France Abdullah Al-Shahin also attended the meeting.The medal represents the highest level of distinction granted by Interpol to international…

PARIS: Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah got a close-up look at how France prepares for security challenges during a visit Friday to the southeastern regional command center of the French National Gendarmerie. Hosted by Regional Commander General Frédéric Boudier, Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef witnessed full-scale riot control exercises at battalion level, including the use of armored vehicles and public order drills with drones and helicopters.Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef toured the gendarmerie’s facilities, attending detailed briefings on the operational structure, roles and procedures of various units. Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah shakes hands with…

First GCC Pediatric Associations Conference brings together experts to unify pediatric practices KUWAIT: The First GCC Pediatric Associations Conference opened in Kuwait on Saturday, bringing together doctors, researchers and health officials from across the Gulf and beyond to strengthen cooperation in children’s healthcare and address shared challenges across the region. The three-day event, hosted under the patronage of Kuwait’s Health Minister Dr Ahmad Al-Awadhi and attended by Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi, features experts from Gulf states alongside medical specialists from Europe, the United States and Asia.Organizers say the conference aims to enhance GCC collaboration in pediatrics, share…

KUWAIT: The Ahmadi Governorate collected 152 blood bags during its sixth blood donation campaign held Friday at The Warehouse Mall in South Sabahiyah. Held under the patronage and in the presence of Ahmadi Governor Sheikh Humoud Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the campaign — organized in cooperation with the Ministry of Health’s Blood Transfusion Services Department — ran from 1 pm to 7 pm.The event drew “remarkable turnout from citizens and expats,” according to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), in what they described as an encouraging sign of community awareness about the importance of blood donation and strengthening the country’s strategic blood reserves.…

KUWAIT: The Australian University (AU) proudly hosted the inauguration ceremony of its newly established Solar Lab, a pioneering initiative generously supported and installed by Life Energy Co. This milestone marks a significant advancement in AU’s commitment to sustainable energy research and education.The establishment of the Solar Lab aligns with Kuwait’s national vision for climate action and sustainability. Recognizing the urgency of addressing climate change, Kuwait has set ambitious targets for emission reduction and renewable energy integration, as part of its long-term strategies for 2040. The country has also pledged to reach net zero emissions by 2060, with the the oil…

Martin Kelly fizzed a shot narrowly wide after being teed up by Babel in the early moments of the second half but, around the hour mark, Chelsea went so close to opening the scoring when Malouda crashed a drive off the outside of the post from 20 yards.A superb save by Sander Westerveld, on in place of Reina, stopped Hazard from breaking the deadlock as Chelsea ramped up the pressure, before John Terry looped a half-volley onto the roof of the net.But the Reds looked increasingly threatening on the counter-attack and it was a breakaway that led to Babel’s winner.Jermaine…

LIMA, Peru (AP) — In one of his first acts as interim president of Peru, José Jerí on Saturday led a series of raids on prisons holding gang leaders nationwide, the presidency said, a day after the ouster of his deeply unpopular predecessor over her failure to curb rising crime.Flanked by elite officers and wearing a crisp white shirt with the sleeves rolled up, the 38-year-old Jerí signaled a tough-on-crime message as he strode into the maximum-security Ancón I prison in Peru’s capital of Lima on Saturday to oversee cell-to-cell searches for contraband. The prison sweep turned up smuggled cellphones,…