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KUWAIT: United Projects for Aviation Services (UPAC), a leading company in commercial real estate and facilities management, announced the official opening of the newly redeveloped Messilah Beach (Phase 2), Kuwait’s latest and most comprehensive beachfront destination. The family-focused project is a landmark public–private partnership, developed by Touristic Enterprises Company as part of its role in driving growth and development in Kuwait’s tourism sector, with UPAC overseeing all aspects of the project, including leasing, recreational activities, facilities management and operations, under a 17-year contract.The grand opening ceremony was attended by representatives from UPAC, TEC, and key government officials, as well as…

Jeff CarlisleOct 29, 2025, 01:00 PM ETCloseJeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC.LAFC’s Son Heung-Min joined Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi as the only MLS players to make over $10 million in annual salary. Son, a summer acquisition by LAFC has guaranteed compensation of $11.2 million, while Messi remains the league’s highest paid player at $20.4 million.The information is according to the MLS Players Association, which released its list of salary data Wednesday.Editor’s Picks2 RelatedThe figures include just what players make in salary, including any marketing bonus and agent’s fees. They do not account for any…

New step strengthens Kuwait’s position as a leading cultural, tourist destination KUWAIT: Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi affirmed that the cooperation agreement signed between the national tourism platform Visit Kuwait and Jazeera Airways marks a new step toward strengthening Kuwait’s position as a leading cultural and tourist destination in the region and beyond.Speaking during the signing ceremony, Al-Mutairi said the agreement represents a model of successful integration between the public and private sectors in support of the goals of the “New Kuwait 2035” vision and in line with the forward-looking directives…

By Tuba Nur Sonmez, Ambassador of TurkiyeAs the Republic of Turkiye proudly celebrates its 102nd anniversary on 29 October 2025, we pause to reflect on a century of resilience and global engagement. This milestone is not only a tribute to our national journey—from the heroic War of Independence to the founding of a modern, sovereign state—but also a moment to recognize the enduring partnerships that shape our role in the international community.Established in 1923, the Turkish Republic was born from a collective struggle for liberty and national dignity. Our ancestors, who never bowed to oppression, demonstrated to the world the…

KUWAIT: First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah on Wednesday attended the swearing-in ceremony of a group of female recruits from the Women’s Police Institute, marking the start of their careers in national service. In a statement, the Ministry of Interior said the ceremony took place in the presence of Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Major General Ali Al-Adwani and several senior security officials.The ministry explained that the ceremony included four graduates from the 14th class who were appointed as lieutenants, two from the same class who were appointed as warrant officers,…

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations lashed out at the UN Special Rapporteur on Palestine, calling her a “witch” after she presented her latest report on third-state complicity in the genocide in Gaza before the UN General Assembly on Tuesday.  “You are a witch, and this report is another page in your spellbook,” Danny Danon told Albanese, accusing her of trying to “curse Israel with lies and hatred”.  “Every page of this report is an empty spell, every accusation a charm that does not work because you are a failed witch,” he continued. Albanese appeared unfazed by the ambassador’s tirade, responding: “It is…

KUWAIT: The EU is delighted that Kuwait will host the 9th EU-GCC Business Forum “Together for Shared Prosperity” on 5 and 6 November at Abdullah Al Salim Cultural Centre. This high-level joint event will convene senior policymakers, business leaders, investors and entrepreneurs from both regions to foster dialogue and build partnerships that support economic diversification and sustainable growth. Kuwait, holding the 2025 GCC Presidency and as the host of the Business Forum, plays a pivotal role in advancing the EU-GCC partnership.The EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic will visit Kuwait on the occasion of the Business Forum.…

KUWAIT: The Kuwait Capital Markets Academy (KCMA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Monday with Harvard University’s International Financial Systems Program (IFSP) to strengthen the skills and efficiency of capital market participants in Kuwait. In a press statement, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) said the agreement reflects its commitment to elevating the academy to the level of leading international financial institutions through enhanced training and research cooperation with top global universities. The initiative aims to qualify and develop national cadres working in the financial sector by offering specialized programs that build investment and financial management expertise.The CMA noted that…

KUWAIT: Director-General of the General Administration of Coast Guard, Brigadier General Sheikh Mubarak Ali Yusuf Al-Sabah, affirmed that the annual celebration of the GCC Border Guards and Coast Guards Day is an occasion to honor the efforts of these agencies across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. He noted that Kuwait’s Coast Guard has witnessed a significant transformation over the past years through strategic development projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening the maritime command and control system, highlighting the development of an advanced coastal surveillance system combining modern infrastructure with digital technologies to boost operational readiness.Sheikh Mubarak revealed…

U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) during a Senate Finance Committee hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on April 8, 2025 in Washington, DC. Kayla Bartkowski | Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump is “losing a self-inflicted trade war” with China, leaving the United States with a “weak hand” going into his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Senate Democrats said Wednesday in a new report on the effects of Trump’s wide-ranging tariffs.”Trump’s trade wars have imposed significant costs” on U.S. consumers and businesses, “sold out American farmers,” and the president “has strengthened China’s hand while weakening America’s leverage,” the report says.CNBC…