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Kuwait capable of facing emergencies, without affecting availability of goods for citizens, residents: Ministry KUWAIT: After the Zionist entity’s attack on Iran on Friday, which prompted swift retaliation and heightened regional tensions, Kuwaiti authorities have moved to reassure the public that local markets remain stable and essential supplies secure. Following high-level coordination meetings Saturday, the Emergency Committee at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry confirmed the country’s readiness to respond to “any changes” and “enhance the security of the local market,” according to a statement issued after the committee met under the chairmanship of Minister of Commerce and Industry Khalifa…

KUWAIT: As military attacks escalate between Iran and the Zionist entity, raising fears of nuclear safety risks across the region, Kuwaiti authorities have affirmed their full readiness to safeguard public health and water supplies. Officials confirmed that hospitals, clinics, desalination facilities, and power plants are all operating normally, with emergency protocols activated and strategic freshwater reserves steadily increasing.The escalation began after the entity strikes targeted multiple Iranian nuclear facilities, including uranium enrichment sites at Natanz and Fordow, and a uranium conversion facility in Isfahan. While Iran has reported no radiation leaks, and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has not…

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s education authorities have confirmed that schools and universities will continue operations as scheduled, with emergency plans activated to ensure the safety of students, educators, and administrative staff.The statements come amid rising regional tension after the Zionist entity launched an unprovoked aerial bombing campaign on Iran Friday, striking military and nuclear facilities and reportedly killing dozens, including senior commanders and civilians. Iran responded with overnight missile and drone attacks on the Zionist entity, deepening instability across the region. Kuwaiti Authorities have moved swiftly to reassure the public that despite the volatile regional environment, academic operations—including final exams and the…

WASHINGTON (AP) — A large military parade showcasing American power, requested by President Donald Trump to mark the Army’s 250th anniversary, took place in Washington, D.C., featuring tanks, troops and marching bands. Hours before the parade, anti-war protesters displayed signs reading “Homes not drones” near a military equipment exhibit on the National Mall celebrating the Army’s birthday. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors. A military parade commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary and coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Washington. The Washington Monument stands left. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) A military…

KUWAIT: Expatriate residents in Kuwait took part in a large-scale blood donation campaign organized by the Embassy of India and the Indian Doctors Forum on Saturday at the Cooperative Blood Transfusion Center in Adan, marking World Blood Donor Day. The event was held under the patronage of Minister of Health Dr Ahmad Al-Awadhi, who reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to strengthening Kuwait’s national blood transfusion system through infrastructure development, staff training, and expanding the donor base.”We believe that donating blood is not merely a medical procedure, but a noble expression of belonging and compassion. It is also a sign of a…

KUWAIT: Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Ambassador Sadiq Marafi reaffirmed the strength of Kuwaiti-Russian relations, which were formally established in 1963, and expressed hope for expanded cooperation in the years ahead.Speaking to the press on the sidelines of the Russian Federation’s National Day celebration, held Thursday at the Russian Embassy in Kuwait, Marafi noted a significant increase in Kuwaiti tourism to Russia, especially to emerging travel destinations within the country.On the economic front, Marafi announced that a joint committee is set to convene during the upcoming Energy Summit to explore mutual investment opportunities.During the event, Russian Ambassador to Kuwait…

KUWAIT: For the second consecutive year, Kuwait Projects Company (Holding) – KIPCO, Kamco Invest, United Real Estate Company (URC), and United Facilities Management (UFM) came together to organize a blood donation drive in collaboration with the Kuwait Central Blood Bank, under the theme “Be the Reason”. The campaign reflects a powerful message that by choosing to donate blood, each individual has the power to be the reason someone heals, survives, or finds renewed hope. This initiative was held in occasion of World Blood Donor Day, which takes place annually on June 14. Building on the success of last year’s campaign,…

KUWAIT: In line with World Blood Donor Day and as part of its social responsibility and community service, National Bank of Kuwait organized a successful blood donation campaign for its employees at the bank’s headquarters where employees from different departments and sectors showed strong participation and desire to contribute to this noble act, further highlighting NBK’s belief that such campaigns play an effective role in providing support for the ill and in need.Such campaigns are part and parcel of NBK’s strategy, as it aims to raise society’s awareness about the importance of donating blood, as well as highlight how this…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Gov. Mike Kehoe signed a legislative package on Saturday, approved by Missouri lawmakers earlier in the week, that includes hundreds of millions of dollars of financial aid intended to persuade the Chiefs and Royals to remain in the state.Kehoe, a Republican, had called lawmakers into special session and they approved of the package Wednesday.The Chiefs and Royals currently play at the Truman Sports Complex on the east side of Kansas City, where Arrowhead Stadium and Kauffman Stadium share parking facilities. But their leases with Jackson County, Missouri, expire in January 2031, and the two franchises…

“Jordan [Henderson] is very vocal, has very, very high standards on and off the pitch and he drives that constantly,” Quansah said.“Then you’ve got Virgil [van Dijk], who again leads by example – a big presence in the changing room. Because of the type of player he is, you want to listen to him, you want to learn off him.“I’m not going to be always the most vocal in the team. I might learn that skill but the way I’m trying to do it at the minute is how I set standards, how I train, how I keep my standards…