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Arab Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Mutairi returns home with Asian Youth Championships bronze
KUWAIT CITY, May 29: Kuwaiti boxer Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi returned to the country after securing third place and winning the bronze medal in the 71 kg category at the Asian Youth Championships, held in Sri Lanka from May 10 to 24. Al-Mutairi was welcomed upon arrival by the Secretary-General of the Kuwait Boxing Federation, Mutlaq Al-Azmi, and the Federation's Director, Abdullah Hussein. Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Head of the Delegation, Bader Al-Faraj, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to His Excellency the Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, and to the Acting Director-General of the Public Authority for Sports, Bashar Abdullah. He praised their ongoing support for Kuwaiti boxing and their commitment to removing obstacles to the success of Kuwait's athletes.
Kuwait Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Platform 51 logs 20 million views in first year
KUWAIT: Kuwait's digital media initiative, Platform 51, has celebrated its first anniversary with major milestones, having garnered 20 million views from users in 190 countries, and more than 22 million hours of viewing and listening time. The platform also ranked at the top of regional app store charts, positioning itself as a strong contender among leading digital services in the Arab world. Minister of Information Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi highlighted the achievements during a ceremony marking one year since the platform's pilot launch. 'Digital platforms are now the primary source of information and entertainment for Arab youth, which is why we focused on building a strong digital infrastructure and creating an environment that supports project partnerships and good governance,' he said. Aimed at promoting sustainable media rooted in Kuwaiti identity, Platform 51 has particularly resonated with Kuwaiti students abroad, who have logged more than 300,000 views. The platform offers access to Kuwait Television and Radio services, live broadcasts, and valuable archival content in a safe, family-friendly environment. 'Our vision was to present content that reflects our values and identity while showcasing the creativity of our young people,' the minister added. Al-Mutairi also introduced the Shiraa Media Award to encourage excellence in content creation, reinforcing the platform's role as a hub for innovation. 'Success in media is not a final destination, but a continuous path of development and creativity,' he said, noting the ministry's integration of artificial intelligence and interactive technologies into future projects. Progress in digital archiving was another major highlight, with 200,000 hours of television content already preserved, and radio content archiving now underway — efforts credited to the dedication of national teams and ministry staff. Al-Mutairi concluded by reaffirming the Ministry of Information's commitment to expanding Kuwait's digital media presence, guided by national values and the vision of the country's leadership. He also extended his thanks to partners in the public and private sectors, civil society, and media professionals for their contributions to the platform's success. — KUNA
Arab Times
7 days ago
- Arab Times
Jabriya Killer Hunted Victim, Fired Three Shots in Front of Helpless Mother
KUWAIT CITY, May 27: In a chilling courtroom plea, the Public Prosecution has demanded the maximum penalty for a man accused of brutally murdering a Kuwaiti citizen in his fifties inside his own home in Jabriya late last year. During the Criminal Court session, Director of Jahra Prosecution, Fahad Nayef Al-Mutairi, delivered a powerful argument, describing the crime as calculated and merciless. 'This was no ordinary act,' Al-Mutairi told the court. 'The killer planned, pursued, and executed the victim inside the sanctity of his own home, in full view of his helpless mother. This is a crime that admits no excuse, and demands no mercy.' Al-Mutairi further emphasized the broader societal impact of the crime, calling it "a message of terror" that shattered the sense of safety even within one's own home. He urged the court to ensure justice through the harshest sentence possible, saying, 'Justice is a sacred duty, and retribution is the only way to bring peace to the victim's family and deter future violence.' According to case details, the defendant, reportedly a traveler, entered the victim's residence, initiated a confrontation, and fatally shot the man with three bullets. The victim died in his mother's arms, adding to the emotional gravity of the case. The trial continues as the court deliberates on the prosecution's demand for the maximum sentence
Kuwait News Agency
25-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait News Agency
كونا : Information min.: GCC 44th founding anniversary represents precious occasion - الإعلام - 25/05/2025
25/05/2025 LOC00:48 21:48 GMT Minister of Information, Culture, and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi RIYADH, May 24 (KUNA) -- Minister of Information, Culture, and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, affirmed on Saturday that the 44th anniversary of the founding of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) represents a precious occasion. The minister added, such occasion on which we recall a journey full with ambitious visions and strategic achievements that have strengthened the Council's position as a unified regional organization driven by a spirit of integration and built on a legacy of cohesion and cooperation. This came during a speech delivered by Minister Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, representing the current GCC Presidency, at the 44th anniversary celebration held at the Secretariat headquarters in Riyadh. In his speech, Al-Mutairi conveyed the greetings and congratulations on behalf of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Al-Mutairi noted that the establishment of the Council is the culmination of a strategic vision by the leaders of the GCC states, based on a unified goal and a shared destiny, grounded in the bonds of religion, history, and brotherhood. He added that the Gulf experience has proven that continuous coordination transforms challenges into real opportunities to enhance security, stability, and achieve development. He affirmed Kuwait's commitment to supporting Gulf unity and promoting joint cooperation, based on its belief that solidarity represents the solid foundation for the GCC's strength. The minister emphasized the importance of continuing to build on the foundations laid by the founding leaders and the need to focus on human development, especially youth, through educational and entrepreneurial programs that enable them to play active roles in their societies. (end)
Kuwait Times
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Fourth Arab Tennis Veterans championship kicks off in Egypt
SHARM EL SHEIKH: The Fourth Arab Tennis Veterans championship organized by the Arab Tennis Federation, headed by Sheikh Ahmed Al Jaber Al Abdullah Al Sabah, in cooperation with the Egyptian Tennis Federation, headed by Captain Ismail Al Shafei, kicked off on the courts of the Soho Square tennis complex in the Egyptian city of Sharm El Sheikh, and will continue for four days. The Secretary of the Arab Federation, Engineer Ali Lafi Al-Mutairi, stated that the tournament is witnessing the participation of about 100 male and female players from 10 countries (Kuwait, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, Bahrain, Yemen, Tunisia, Palestine, Libya and Algeria), explaining that the participating players from the State of Kuwait are: Adel Safar, Hussein Al Behbhani and Ahmed Dashti, and women: Asrar Abdul Majeed and Haya Al Hashim. Al-Mutairi added that the championship competitions were divided into several age groups, including over 35, 45, 55, 55, 65 and 70 years old for men, and over 35 and 45 years old for women. He also revealed that the winners of the men's and women's categories will receive two wildcards, which will qualify them to participate in five international tournaments organized by the Egyptian Federation under the supervision of the International Tennis Federation. In this context, Al Mutairi praised the role of ZSport, the official sponsor of the tournament, for its support and keenness to provide wildcards for the winners, which reflects its commitment to the development of tennis on the Arab level. Al-Mutairi expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Egyptian Tennis Federation for hosting the tournament and providing all the ingredients for its success, praising in this aspect the great organizational efforts made by the Secretary General of the Arab and Egyptian Federations, Engineer Walid Samy, as well as the Pioneers Committee of the Arab Federation headed by Captain Ayman Azmy. At the end of his statement, the secretary of the Arab Federation praised the good organization and the fraternal and competitive atmosphere of the tournament, thanking all the participating players for the spirit of cooperation and keenness to present an honorable image of tennis in the Arab world.
