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Rob DawsonBeth LindopCloseBeth LindopCorrespondentBased in Liverpool, Beth Lindop is ESPN’s Liverpool correspondent and also covers the WSL and UWCL.Nov 9, 2025, 12:51 PM ETMANCHESTER, England — Manchester City laid down a marker in the Premier League title race with an impressive 3-0 win over reigning champions Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.Erling Haaland saw an early penalty saved before giving City a deserved lead midway through the first half with a well-taken header. Virgil van Dijk thought he’d equalized only for his header to be ruled out because Andrew Robertson was deemed to be offside in front of Gianluigi…
JEDDAH: The Kuwaiti Ministry of Islamic Affairs signed an agreement with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Jeddah on Sunday to coordinate the arrangements for Kuwaiti pilgrims during the 1447 AH Hajj season. Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dr Suleiman Al-Suwailem, said in a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) following the signing that the agreement outlines the quota allocated to Kuwaiti pilgrims, the required health conditions, and organizational measures for receiving and facilitating the pilgrims’ performance of the Hajj rituals.Al-Suwailem commended the significant efforts of the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy…
KUWAIT: The Kuwaiti Journalists Association announced that it will host the meeting of the Federation’s Board of Directors and the Fourth Forum of Journalists in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries from November 16 to 18, under the patronage and in the presence of Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi.The event, organized in cooperation with the Gulf Journalists Union, will be held under the theme “The Gulf Narrative of Women in Journalism and Media.” In a press statement issued Sunday, the Association said the event is being organized as part of Kuwait’s…
LONDON: The fifth edition of the “Your Health Abroad” initiative marked its first-ever marathon in London, supported by the Kuwait Public Authority for Sport. The five-kilometer race featured participation from Kuwaiti students studying in the United Kingdom. The top three female finishers were Noura Al-Duaij, Nouf Al-Duaij, and Ruqaya Al-Hajras, while the leading male participants were Hassan Abdullah, Abdulrahman Suleiman and Faisal Al-Hajraf.Haya Al-Daham, Deputy Director General of the Sports for All Sector at the Public Authority for Sport, told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the Authority’s support for students abroad—the first of its kind—reflects its commitment to promoting community…
Xabi Alonso said Real Madrid need to be “self-critical” but also “measured” in their reaction to Sunday’s 0-0 draw at Rayo Vallecano.Madrid struggled in the LaLiga draw in Vallecas, which followed a 1-0 Champions League defeat to Liverpool in midweek.Alonso’s team remain top of the league table on 31 points from 12 games, with rivals Barcelona visiting Celta Vigo later on Sunday.”We were ready for a demanding game,” Alonso said in his post-match news conference. “It’s always been hard for us [in Vallecas]. Rayo ask a lot of you. They take you to a place where the games have a…
KUWAIT: The British Embassy in Kuwait hosted a solemn Remembrance Service to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in the pursuit of peace and freedom. During his remarks, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense, Sheikh Dr Abdullah Meshal Al-Sabah expressed deep appreciation for the men and women who served, as well as for their families who continue to carry on their legacy with pride.He stated: “Their sacrifices transcend borders and generations, reminding us of the cost of peace and the enduring strength of solidarity among allies. For the people of Kuwait, this occasion holds deep…
KUWAIT: Deliveroo has unveiled the Top 30 trending dishes in Kuwait as part of its annual Deliveroo Top 100 report. This year, nine Kuwaiti favorites earned places on Deliveroo’s Global Top 100 of 2025, underscoring Kuwait’s growing influence on the world’s delivery food map. This recognition celebrates the country’s vibrant mix of international concepts, homegrown brands, and beloved local eateries that continue to define Kuwait’s unique culinary scene.Kuwait’s Trending Top 30 List – Caribou Coffee: Matcha Tea Latte; Joe & The Juice: Avocado Sandwich; Freej Swaileh: Majbous Chicken; The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Iced Vanilla Americano; PICK: Parfait Small;…
A volunteer displays information on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) at a grocery store in Dorchester, Massachusetts, US, on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. Mel Musto | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesThe U.S. Department of Agriculture, in a memo late Saturday evening, threatened to enact financial penalties on states that issued full monthly SNAP benefits for November if they don’t “undo” those food stamp payments.The late-night directive from the Trump administration adds to the chaos surrounding the anti-hunger program that serves more than 42 million Americans.The memo, signed by Patrick Penn, Deputy Under Secretary of the USDA’s Food, Nutrition, and Consumer…
KUWAIT: Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood, Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah, affirmed on Sunday that prioritizing family support policies is not optional but essential for ensuring social security and sustainable development. Her remarks came during the launch of the Fifth Gulf Forum on Family Policies, hosted by Kuwait over two days under the theme “The Gulf Family Between Digital Challenges and Opportunities for Human Investment.”Organized by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Social Affairs with Gulf participation, the forum welcomed Director General of the Executive Office of the Council of Ministers of Labor and Social Affairs, Mohammed Al-Obaidli, and Executive Director of…
PANov 9, 2025, 12:04 PM ETEmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsKhadija Shaw put Man City on their way to top of the WSL. Jan Kruger/Getty Images)Khadija Shaw’s second-half header sealed a 2-1 win for Manchester City at Everton and sent her side top of the Women’s Super League.Shaw’s thumping effort, after Everton striker Kelly Gago had cancelled out Vivianne Miedema’s opener, secured City their seventh win in eight league games this season and lifted them one point clear of overnight leaders Chelsea.The visitors were made to dig deep for their victory as Everton pressed for a second equaliser, with Ornella Vignola’s shot hitting a…