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Bruno Fernandes criticised referee Chris Kavanagh for failing to “apologise” for his part in the Manchester United captain’s penalty miss in Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Fulham.United were held by Marco Silva’s side after Emile Smith Rowe cancelled out Leny Yoro’s deflected second-half opener, but Fernandes had missed an earlier chance to put United ahead when he sent a first-half penalty over the crossbar.After placing the ball onto the penalty spot, Fernandes collided with referee Kavanagh as he walked back to start his run-up, forcing the Portugal international to re-spot the ball and start his routine again.And although he did not…

Amendment removes requirement for special requests when naming streets after foreign rulers KUWAIT: Kuwait has tightened rules for naming streets and squares, reinforcing numbering as the primary identifier for all roads. Published Sunday in the Official Gazette under Ministerial Decision No. 490 of 2025, the amendment does not introduce numbering — every street already carries an official number — but restricts how streets are named.The amendment moves decisively toward numbering, while expanding the list of high-level figures eligible for street names. It also removes the previous requirement for special requests from the Amiri Diwan or Cabinet when naming streets after…

BEIRUT: Kuwaiti artists presented a collection of artworks promoting peace during their participation in the International Visual Arts Festival in Lebanon, “Salam,” which gathers leading Arab artists. Dr Ali Al-Samad, Director General of Lebanon’s Ministry of Culture, told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on the sidelines of the festival’s opening that the event “is unique in terms of the venue, which is the historic Jounieh Municipality building in northern Beirut, dating back around 200 years.”He added that the festival is “also distinguished by its title (Peace), which every Arab artist expresses in their own language,” expressing hope that peace would…

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Ken Martin is in the fight of his life.The low-profile political operative from Minnesota, just six months on the job as chairman of the Democratic National Committee, is charged with leading his party’s formal resistance to President Donald Trump and fixing the Democratic brand.“I think the greatest divide right now in our party, frankly, is not ideological,” Martin told The Associated Press. “The greatest divide is those people who are standing up and fighting and those who are sitting on the sidelines.”“We’re using every single lever of power we have to take the fight to Donald Trump,”…

Public lottery held for Class 1 candidates; part of efforts to expand women’s roles in military KUWAIT: Kuwait has selected 51 university-educated women for its Officers’ Course, Class 1, in a public lottery witnessed by Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah, marking a step forward in integrating women into the armed forces. The draw, held at Mubarakiyah military camps, reflects the ministry’s commitment to transparency and equal opportunity. Out of 654 applicants, 112 were included in the lottery, with 18 additional candidates placed on a reserve list based on the armed forces’ needs in scientific and literary fields.Sheikh Abdullah…

KUWAIT: Kuwait’s recent decision to ban the popular online game Roblox has sparked debate among parents, with opinions divided over whether the move protects children or infringes on parental responsibility. Supporters of the ban argue that Roblox is no longer just a game but a virtual space for socializing and parties, exposing children to potential risks.“Children may encounter inappropriate chats or dangerous challenges and could even meet scammers asking for their parents’ banking information without their knowledge,” said Samira Helmy, a mother of three.Others, however, see the ban as ineffective. Rana Mzanara said the issue lies in weak parental guidance…

KUWAIT: Children in Kuwait faced grave risks on the gaming platform Roblox, from exposure to strangers to financial exploitation, cybersecurity expert Bassam Al-Abdan warned this week.Speaking on Kuwaiti television, Al-Abdan said the platform’s virtual world allows children to build houses, farms, and buy digital items — but also leaves them vulnerable. “Some parents reported spending up to KD 1,200 per month because their children are deeply attached to the game,” he noted.His comments came after Kuwaiti authorities temporarily blocked access to Roblox over safety and financial concerns. Similar restrictions exist in Qatar, Oman, Turkey, China, the UAE and Australia.Globally, Roblox…

By Ghareebah AlsaeedKUWAIT: In a world where communication tools are rapidly evolving, public speaking remains one of the most essential skills a person needs to express themselves and convey their voice and ideas to others. It is not just about talking; it is a precise blend of body language, tone of voice, and clear storytelling that gives the speaker the power to influence and persuade, making them someone people trust and are eager to listen to.This skill, long associated with leaders and influential figures, is no longer limited to a specific group. Today, it has become a necessity for every…

LONDON — Optimism is a short-lived emotion at Manchester United. After 180 minutes of the new Premier League season, the tank is almost empty after a worrying 1-1 draw at Fulham that felt more like a repeat of last year’s horror show than the redemption that Ruben Amorim wants time around.An error-prone goalkeeper, a captain who lets himself down by doing too much, midfielders who can’t create and a forward line that fails to put the ball into the net. Sound familiar? That was the tale of United’s 2024-25 season — a campaign which ended with their lowest-ever Premier League…

Bruno Fernandes missed a first-half penalty as Manchester United slipped to a 1-1 draw with Fulham after Emile Smith Rowe cancelled out the visitors’ controversial opener.United are winless in their first two Premier League matches after being beaten by Arsenal last weekend and failing to hold onto their lead at Craven Cottage, with the pressure already building on head coach Ruben Amorim. A Rodrigo Muniz own goal had put them in front just before the hour mark despite United defender Leny Yoro pushing centre-back Calvin Bassey in the back with both hands as he headed a corner in off the…