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KUWAIT: The Embassy of Austria in Kuwait marked Austria’s National Day with a ceremony marking the 70th anniversary of the country’s historic declaration of permanent neutrality on October 26, 1955 – a milestone that paved the way for Austria’s full sovereignty after World War II.In his address, the Austrian Ambassador Ulrich Frank emphasized that neutrality has been a cornerstone of Austria’s identity since the withdrawal of Allied forces in 1955, reaffirming Austria’s commitment as a member of the European Union, the United Nations, and a staunch defender of democracy, the rule of law and human rights.Addressing the global challenges facing…

KUWAIT: Kuwait Technical College (KTech) has successfully concluded its activities for Women’s Health Awareness Month as part of its social responsibility initiatives. The program aimed to raise awareness and promote early detection to ensure women’s health. The campus was decorated in pink, with students, faculty and staff participating in interactive activities organized by the Community Club, including the distribution of pink flowers and sweets, and sharing messages of appreciation for women. The college building was also highlighted in pink throughout October to symbolize solidarity and the importance of early detection. Pink flowers and pins were distributed to female staff and…

KUWAIT: In line with its efforts to support Diraya campaign, Kuwait Finance House (KFH) has advised the public to be vigilant against cyber fraud. The bank noted that fraudulent emails, which impersonate official entities, are tricking people into visiting fake websites to make payments. This scheme makes them vulnerable to phishing and scams.KFH highlighted that fraudsters use these fake messages to deceive victims who believe they are legitimate. Once the victim falls for the trap, their personal data is stolen, allowing the scammers to hack their bank accounts and steal their money. KFH urged everyone to be cautious of fraudulent…

KUWAIT: Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Affairs Dr Khaled Al-Ajmi underscored on Monday that humanitarian work in Kuwait represents a well-established approach and a core national value, reflecting the country’s commitment to giving that transcends borders and affiliations. His remarks came during a dialogue session organized by the Kuwait Association for Needy Families under the theme “Leading Change in Humanitarian Work,” which focused on sustainable strategies and global partnerships to enhance charitable and humanitarian efforts in Kuwait.The session was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kuwaiti charitable institutions, and a delegation from the Sustainable Development Goals…

KUWAIT: Touristic Enterprises Company (TEC) announced the launch of the fourth season of Winter Wonderland Kuwait, one of the country’s most prominent seasonal entertainment projects. The grand opening is scheduled for November 6, taking place over an area of 129,000 square meters along the Arabian Gulf Street, with the participation of distinguished strategic and media partners. This year’s edition features over 60 rides and attractions, ranging from thrilling roller coasters to children’s and skill-based games suitable for all ages. The new season also introduces five brand-new rides, including the world’s largest indoor roller coaster (Höllenblitz), making this season the biggest…

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s Namaa Charity announced the implementation of the first phase of its relief project “For Gaza,” aimed at providing safe shelter for displaced families in northern Gaza by installing over 100 fully equipped tents in coordination with local institutions accredited by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs. “The shelter project comes as an urgent response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of families have lost their homes, marking one of the largest humanitarian disasters of the modern era,” said Saad Al-Otaibi, CEO of Namaa Charity, affiliated with the Social Reform Society.Al-Otaibi cited UN reports,…

The Israeli army is disposing of waste, particularly from construction, into the Gaza Strip, despite warnings that the besieged enclave is buried under more than 61 million tonnes of debris. According to a Haaretz report, footage and information obtained by the Israeli news outlet revealed that trucks are entering Gaza filled with construction debris and unloading rubble onto the streets.  Clips show excavators dumping wreckage into trucks near the Kissufim crossing, repeating the process of throwing it into the blockaded strip. The news outlet notes that the waste includes large quantities of construction waste and garbage left behind by the military during the over…

Oct 27, 2025, 11:58 AM ETFIFA began the process of selling another 1 million tickets for next year’s World Cup on Monday, with the opening of a new ticket draw marking the start of the tournament’s second phase of sales.This draw, which runs through 11 a.m. Eastern Friday, includes a domestic exclusivity time slot for residents of the three host countries — the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Fans from those countries, whose entries are selected out of this draw, will have the opportunity to buy single-match tickets for games taking place inside their home nation.The phase is open to all…

Klaudia Radecka | Nurphoto | Getty ImagesAirbnb wants to block parties this spooky season.The travel and home rental platform said Monday that it will utilize its anti-party technology this Halloween weekend. The tech factors in the length of a stay, the distance from a guest’s location, property type and timing of a booking to block reservations deemed “higher risk.””We lead the way in proactive measures to reduce the risk of unauthorized parties, and our heightened technology for Halloween is one important layer in a comprehensive suite of policies and tools to support hosts, guests and local communities, and promote responsible…

Students walk around the UCLA campus on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA. Juliana Yamada | Los Angeles Times | Getty ImagesMillions of borrowers once again have access to student loan forgiveness, but they may need to take action to ensure they qualify.The U.S. Department of Education will resume cancelling the debt of eligible borrowers enrolled in the Income Contingent Repayment plan, or ICR, and the Pay as You Earn plan, or PAYE, according to an agreement reached by the American Federation of Teachers and the Trump administration.Earlier this year, the department had stopped cancelling the debt of…