Kuwait Times
Kuwait · English · Newspaper
A Kuwaiti news outlet covering local and international news, including politics, security, and daily events.
- Top beat: Society
- Tracked since 2026
- 2 Kuwait peers
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- Hot to very hot weather expected this weekend—Kuwait Meteorological DeptKuwait's Meteorological Department predicts hot to very hot weather this weekend with daytime temperatures reaching up to 47°C and warm nighttime conditions between 31-35°C, along with occasional dust in open areas.
- USA, Germany in control as Dutch eye World Cup knockoutsUSA and Germany seek to complete perfect World Cup group stage campaigns, while Netherlands and Japan vie for last 32 spots. Germany will face Ecuador in the knockout rounds after advancing as Group E winners.
- Latest developments in Europe’s heatwaveEurope experiences a severe heatwave linked to global warming, with France reporting increased mortality, the UK recording its hottest June temperature, and climate experts warning of more extreme heatwaves ahead.
- Dream job: US soccer fans paid to watch every World Cup gameTwo American men are paid $50,000 to watch all 104 World Cup games over 39 days in a studio in Times Square, selected by Fox to generate excitement for the US-hosted event.
- Seoul stocks soar in Asia tech rally after Micron blowout forecastSouth Korea's stock market surged over 5% in a tech-led Asian rally, fueled by Micron's strong earnings forecast and falling oil prices amid US-Iran peace talks.
- Brazil advance at World Cup, history for South Africa, Canada, BosniaBrazil advanced to the World Cup's last 32, while South Africa, Canada, and Bosnia-Herzegovina made history by reaching the knockout rounds for the first time. Mexico also advanced with a perfect group stage record.
- ‘We shut up big mouths,’ says South Africa’s World Cup coach BroosSouth Africa's national football team advanced to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, defeating South Korea 1-0, with coach Hugo Broos crediting their performance and dismissing critics.
- French aversion to air conditioning melts as homes sizzleAs France experiences record heat, traditional resistance to air conditioning is waning, with more people installing AC despite environmental concerns. Experts highlight the need for balanced approaches, including better building design and energy sources, while political debates focus on solutions for extreme heat.
- Venezuela twin quakes kill at least 32, injure more than 700Venezuela's twin earthquakes killed 32 and injured over 700, with widespread destruction and panic, prompting a state of emergency and international aid offers.
- Today in Kuwait’s historyThe article outlines significant historical events in Kuwait from 1961 to 2021, including political tensions, legislative actions, and major incidents.
- 17,467 traffic citations issued in a week: MoIThe Kuwait interior ministry reported 17,467 traffic citations and 359 vehicles impounded during a week-long campaign, along with 1,166 traffic accidents.
- Kuwait among GCC’s most affordable markets for employment of domesticsKuwait remains an affordable domestic worker market in the GCC with lower wages and recruitment costs compared to neighboring countries, but faces competition from higher-paying Gulf nations.
- Kuwait, UAE to strengthen military tiesUAE and Kuwait held high-level military discussions to enhance defense cooperation and regional security.
- US Embassy in Kuwait resumes operations as Amir meets RubioUS Embassy in Kuwait resumed operations during Marco Rubio's visit, with discussions on Gulf security and US-Kuwait relations.
- Development, energy security top agenda at OPEC Fund ForumThe OPEC Fund Forum in Vienna prioritized development and energy security, with Kuwait emphasizing its commitment to international partnerships and reforms for sustainable global development.