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Filipino expats in lose thousands over fake self-sponsored visas
Filipino workers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi say they paid thousands of dirhams to a company called Trip Expert for self-sponsored visas that never materialised, leaving some with fines of over Dh10,000. Read more →
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Two Travellers Hiding $1.67 Million in Cash at Airport
Thai customs officers arrested two foreign passengers at Suvarnabhumi Airport after finding more than $1.67 million in concealed US dollar banknotes – a case that's a good reminder of how seriously countries, including Kuwait, treat undeclared cash. Read more →
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Jeddah Tower Passes 116 Floors, New Finish Date Set for Late 2028
Jeddah Tower has climbed past 116 floors and 466 metres, but rising costs have pushed its finish date to late 2028 instead of August. Read more →
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Gaza’s child marriages increased by 123% as families face desperation
UNFPA figures show child marriage in Gaza rose 123% in the first half of 2026, with families citing hunger, displacement and lost income as reasons. Read more →
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Kuwait deports 194 expats in September drug crackdown
Kuwait deported 194 expatriates in September after a month-long anti-drugs operation that seized hundreds of thousands of Lyrica pills, crystal meth, heroin and a handful of weapons. Read more →
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A modern Gazelle Club in Kuwait
When thinking about the modern Middle East, countries like Kuwait evoke images of serene conservatism, deeply rooted traditions, and vibrant, family-oriented contemporary cities. However, step back half a century to the 1970s, and you will encounter a completely different chapter… Read more →
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Kuwaiti Actor and Actress Referred to Prosecution Over Morality Case
A Kuwaiti actor and actress have been referred to the Public Prosecution after the actress's husband refused an offer of money to drop his complaint against them. Read more →
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Turkey and Pakistan to Send Troops to Saudi Arabia Amid Houthi Attacks
Turkey and Pakistan have agreed to carry out a rapid deployment of troops to Saudi Arabia under a new collective defence pact, as the kingdom faces continuing attacks from Yemen's Houthis. Read more →
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34 years old Kuwaiti jailed for life in London.
A 34-year-old Kuwaiti national, whose asylum claim in the UK had failed, was sentenced to life in prison after trying to force his way into Israel's London embassy armed with two knives. Read more →
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Kuwait born Sana Arif Asian Games
Born in Kuwait and raised in Lahore, 41-year-old Sana Arif only learned to swim in 2021. Five years later she represented Pakistan in triathlon at the Asian Games. Read more →