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PGMOL chief refereeing officer Howard Webb says it is “not unreasonable” that Virgil van Dijk’s header for Liverpool was ruled out in their 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.Van Dijk’s first-half header was disallowed on-field for offside after Andy Robertson was penalised for impeding goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. The decision was made on-field by referee Chris Kavanagh after the assistant referee raised his flag for offside. A check from the video assistant referee (VAR) determined that Robertson had interfered with play from an offside position and the goal was ruled out. Law 11 – Offside A player in an offside position at…

KUWAIT: Under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, a ceremony was held on Tuesday to honor a group of outstanding teachers and schools on the occasion of World Teachers’ Day for the academic years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025. The event took place at the Sheikh Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah Theater at Abdullah Al-Salem University in Shuwaikh.His Highness’ motorcade was warmly received by the Minister of Education Jalal Sayed Abdulmohsen Al-Tabtabaei and ceremony officials. The event was also attended by His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, His Highness the…

KUWAIT: Kuwait commemorated on Tuesday, the 63rd anniversary of the adoption of its Constitution — a defining moment in the nation’s history and the foundation upon which its democratic system is built. The Constitution remains the cornerstone regulating the relationship among the three branches of government — legislative, executive, and judicial — and affirming the principles of justice, freedom, and equality that lie at the heart of the Kuwaiti identity.This national occasion serves as a source of pride for the Kuwaiti people, who recall with deep appreciation the legacy of the late Amir Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah whose vision and…

KUWAIT: The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) announced on Tuesday the launch of its annual Science Month 2025, themed “Oceans: From Imagination to Discovery”, scheduled to begin this Thursday at the Scientific Center from 5 pm to 8 pm. The event will feature a wide array of scientific activities blending knowledge, entertainment, and discovery.In a press statement, KFAS highlighted that Science Month is an annual celebration of science, technology, and innovation, featuring a month-long series of interactive activities designed to spark curiosity among young people, foster scientific creativity, and nurture a spirit of exploration. This year’s edition…

ABU DHABI: Chairman of the Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) Abdulaziz Al-Ibrahim affirmed that Kuwait’s participation in the INTERPOL Global Anti-Corruption and Asset Recovery Conference in the UAE reflects the country’s steadfast commitment to international collective action against corruption and to strengthening integrity and transparency systems. Speaking to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on the opening day of the three-day conference, Al-Ibrahim said Nazaha’s presence at this prominent global forum demonstrates Kuwait’s dedication to contributing to shaping international strategies for combating corruption.He noted that the conference brings together leading law enforcement agencies, oversight bodies, and financial intelligence units from around the world.…

KUWAIT: The Sheikh Abdullah Al-Nouri Charity Association announced the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid worth one million dollars to the people of the Gaza Strip, in cooperation with the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), as part of efforts to alleviate the worsening humanitarian crisis in the territory. Association advisor Jassim Al-Nouri told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the aid comes in response to the severe humanitarian conditions in Gaza, where residents face deteriorating health, food shortages and challenging living circumstances.He stressed Kuwait’s longstanding commitment to supporting those in distress globally. Al-Nouri noted that the association has been monitoring aid…

KUWAIT: The fourth Kuwait International Conference on Life Sciences kicked off Tuesday under the theme “Towards Resilience and Sustainability through Innovation.” Organized by the College of Life Sciences at Sabah Al-Salem University City, the two-day event aims to promote collaboration among researchers and institutions across diverse scientific disciplines and countries. In his opening remarks, Dr Ahmed Al-Lafi, Acting Dean of the College of Life Sciences at Kuwait University, said the conference “brings together a select group of minds who believe that science is the path to progress and advancement.”He emphasized that academic gatherings such as this “are not merely forums…

KUWAIT: Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR) inaugurated an environmental awareness campaign on Tuesday, titled “My Day without Plastic.” The event aimed to reduce plastic use and promote environmental sustainability. During his opening remarks, Dr Faisal Salman Al-Hamdan, Director General of KISR, stated that the launch of the “My Day without Plastic” campaign marks a new milestone in the distinguished journey of KISR, which has spanned over half a century of excellence, innovation, and constructive collaboration with various sectors of the state.He emphasized that the Institute continues to play a vital role in supporting decision-makers and contributing effectively to Kuwait’s…

LISBON: Kuwait showcased its innovative youth talent, ambitious national initiatives, and leading role in driving Arab digital transformation at the second edition of the Arab Technology Forum (Meet Arab Tech), held Monday evening in Lisbon as part of the Web Summit technology conference. Kuwait’s Ambassador to Portugal Hamad Al-Hazim told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that Kuwait’s participation in this prominent global event reflects a genuine contribution to international dialogue on the future of technology while strengthening the country’s presence and influence in the global digital arena.Ambassador Al-Hazim noted that Kuwait’s participation builds on its longstanding commitment to supporting innovation and…

KUWAIT: Minister of State for Municipal Affairs and Minister of State for Housing Affairs Abdullatif Al-Meshari inspected the South Saad Al-Abdullah Housing Project to review the latest developments in contracts and ongoing construction work. In a press statement on Tuesday, the Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) said the minister held a meeting with officials from the authority’s implementation sector, where he was briefed on the progress of construction contracts and reviewed a detailed presentation outlining completion rates and work stages across the project.During the meeting, project engineers presented updates on four active infrastructure contracts, including the key contract for…