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Kuwait Customs inspectors at Nuwaiseeb port seized two pistols and 19 bullets during an inspection of a vehicle entering the country. The General Administration of Customs said inspectors found a Smith & Wesson .38-caliber pistol and 16 bullets inside the vehicle’s front storage compartment. Before the inspection began, the driver also handed over another firearm, … The post Two pistols, 19…
From September 1, 2026, Kuwait will stop the temporary/exceptional extensions that were being given for visit visas and residents staying outside Kuwait when the country was passing through exceptional circumstances. The normal legal deadlines will apply again which means visit visas will no longer be automatically extended. Visitors must leave Kuwait or complete the required … The post Kuwait to…
Kuwait ranked fifth worldwide in total energy consumption per capita in 2025, recording 377.5 gigajoules per person, according to the Statistical Review of World Energy 2026 issued by the Energy Institute. The ranking was led by Iceland, at 744.9 gigajoules per capita, followed by Qatar at 717.3, Singapore at 627.8 and the United Arab Emirates … The post Kuwait ranks fifth globally in per-capita…
Minister of Justice Counselor Nasser Al-Sumait said the new law establishing specialized economic circuits marks a major development in the country’s economic judiciary, with the aim of speeding up disputes, improving enforcement and expanding digital litigation. The law provides for specialized economic departments at the Court of First Instance, Court of Appeal and Court of … The post From…
A new system for economic disputes, Settlement and Reconciliation Office before reaching the court Electronic litigation to become the general rule, with digital case files and an electronic platform. Economic appellate rulings will generally be final for claims up to KD30,000, subject to specified exceptions. A specialized enforcement department would handle economic judgments electronically,…
If a motorist passes the flashing warning before the signal turns red, the violation is recorded as running a red light. The violation can be detected through traffic-monitoring cameras or by the Traffic Operations Department, according to the official. The General Traffic Department has expanded the use of an electronic flashing warning system at traffic … The post Kuwait expands electronic…
The Environmental Protection Society (EPS) has launched a “Sustainable Consumption” campaign aimed at encouraging more responsible consumption, reducing waste and promoting the reuse and recycling of everyday items, beginning with used clothing and textiles. The initiative is designed not only to raise environmental awareness but also to understand how people currently deal with unwanted clothes ……
Regularly eating a moderate portion of nuts may provide several benefits. Nuts contain fiber, minerals, healthy fats and antioxidants that may support cardiovascular health. Despite their nutritional value, nuts are not a food where more is necessarily better. Eating large quantities may cause digestive discomfort, including bloating, gas and diarrhea, partly because of their relatively … The post…
The Public Authority for Food and Nutrition has destroyed about 100 kilograms of meat of unknown origin and issued four citations during an inspection campaign after ascertaining the market was trading in adulterated food products. This happened on Wednesday during a surprise inspection campaign. The authority said it will continue inspection campaigns across Kuwait’s governorates … The post PAFN…
President Donald Trump has threatened a sweeping new economic campaign against Iran, warning that countries and institutions helping Tehran circumvent U.S. sanctions could face severe financial consequences. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the planned measures as “Economic Warfare and Isolation on an unprecedented scale” and said the United States would pursue what … The post Trump…
