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KUWAIT: As part of efforts to promote the environmental and social dimensions of urban living, the Governor of Farwaniya, Sheikh Dhabi Al-Nasser Al-Sabah, sponsored and attended a symbolic environmental initiative organized by the United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat) for Kuwait and the Gulf States, in collaboration with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The event took place at Khaitan Public Park in Farwaniya Governorate.This initiative was part of Urban October and the “Kuwait Plants 8” campaign for 2025, aimed at enhancing the care of public open spaces, expanding Kuwait’s green cover, and highlighting the active contribution of UN-Habitat…

KUWAIT: A group of Arab ambassadors to Kuwait visited the Dar Mariam Museum in the Al-Salam area on Sunday, where they were received by renowned Kuwaiti artist and sculptor Sami Mohammed, the museum’s founder and owner. The museum houses over 1,000 artworks, including sculptures and a diverse collection of paintings. Sami Mohammed welcomed the ambassadors and expressed his pleasure at their distinguished visit. He guided them through the museum’s three floors, each featuring sculptures and paintings that convey unique messages and themes inspired by historical, political, social, and cultural events, reflecting the artistic vision of the acclaimed Kuwaiti sculptor. The…

KUWAIT: Minister of Education Jalal Al-Tabtabaei on Sunday issued a decision to form a neutral committee tasked with investigating observations and violations related to the printing and supply of school books for the academic year 2025/2026. The move reflects the ministry’s commitment to transparency and the integrity of contractual and financial procedures in educational procurement.According to a ministry statement, the committee comprises members from the Fatwa and Legislation Department and legal experts from other bodies. Its mandate includes reviewing the legal procedures for 115 practices, each corresponding to the printing and supply of a specific school book. The committee will…

KUWAIT: His Highness Sheikh Nasser Al-Mohammad Al-Sabah highlighted Switzerland’s emergence as a hub for advanced industries, pharmaceuticals, watchmaking, jewelry, and heavy industries, noting that the country ranks among the world’s major exporters despite not being a member of the European Union. He also commended Switzerland’s leadership in humanitarian efforts, particularly through the International Committee of the Red Cross, which reflects the nation’s guiding principle of “neutrality armed with humanity.”Sheikh Nasser further noted Switzerland’s growing reputation in medical tourism, with world-class hospitals attracting families from the Gulf region for both healthcare and recreational purposes. He added that the country’s stability and…

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Aaron Ramsey’s move to Mexico has become a nightmare off the field as he continues to search for his lost dog. The Wales soccer star posted a black-and-white photo on Instagram showing the beagle with the message: “What I’d do to hold you one last time Halo.”Ramsey has appealed for help in tracking down the dog and has offered a $10,000 reward. “Please help us find Halo, he was lost in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato,” Ramsey said on Instagram. The former Arsenal, Juventus and Cardiff midfielder moved to Mexico in July on a one-year contract…

Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong criticized Dani Carvajal’s provocation of Lamine Yamal at the end of an ill-tempered Clásico, which ended with players scuffling on the pitch after the game.Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 to end a run of four straight Clásico defeats and extend their lead at the top of LaLiga over the Catalan side to five points.Yamal was jeered throughout the game by Madrid supporters for comments made earlier in the week when he suggested the team benefits from dubious refereeing calls and still complains.Editor’s Picks1 RelatedReal Madrid’s Carvajal approached Yamal, making a gesture with his hands that appeared…

MADRID — Xabi Alonso said he’ll talk to Vinícius Júnior about the player’s angry reaction to being substituted during Real Madrid’s 2-1 Clásico win over Barcelona on Sunday.Vinícius was withdrawn in the 72nd minute — replaced by Rodrygo — with the game still in the balance at the Santiago Bernabéu.He responded with a visible display of dissent, first repeatedly pointing at himself to question whether he was being taken off, then shouting and laughing, before bypassing coach Alonso on the touchline, and heading down the tunnel.- Alonso turns Clásico tide in Madrid’s favor with statement win- Barça’s De Jong slams…

Vitor Pereira implored Wolves fans to stay behind the team after he clashed with supporters following their 3-2 defeat to Burnley.Wolves produced a spirited performance and goals from Jorgen Strand Larsen and Marshall Munetsi looked to have secured a draw, but Lyle Foster’s last-gasp winner broke Wolves hearts and consigned Pereira’s side to defeat. Boos rang out around Molineux as Wolves’ remained the only team without a win in England’s top four divisions, and Pereira was greeted with ‘sacked in the morning’ chants before the furore between squad and supporters. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player…

Oct 26, 2025, 02:21 PM ETMUNICH — Bayern Munich says that the former Bayern and Germany defender Jérôme Boateng will not visit the club to develop his coaching career after protests by fans related to Boateng’s conviction last year for causing bodily harm to his former partner.Bayern coach Vincent Kompany, a former teammate of Boateng as a player, had indicated last month that he’d welcome Boateng spending time with the club as part of his plans to launch a coaching career.Bayern fans had displayed banners objecting to Boateng’s presence at the club. The former defender was given a suspended fine…

Oct 26, 2025, 02:04 PM ETMADRID — Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham struck in the first half as Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday to stretch their lead over their Clásico rivals at the top of LaLiga to five points.Fermín López had briefly canceled out Mbappé’s opener in the 38th minute of an incident-packed game only for Bellingham to net the eventual winner five minutes later as Madrid ended a four-match losing streak against Barça. It could have been more, too, with Wojciech Szczesny saving a second-half penalty from Mbappé, while Madrid also had three…