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KUWAIT: Students from the Canadian Bilingual School visited the offices of Kuwait Times and Kuwait News on Monday for an entertaining and educational tour aimed at enriching their understanding of journalism and media production. The students were welcomed by the editorial and social media teams, who introduced them to the fast-paced newsroom environment and walked them through the daily workflow of journalists – from idea generation and reporting to publishing. Special emphasis was placed on how digital news content is tailored for younger audiences, and how reliable journalism plays a vital role in shaping informed public opinion. As part of…

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is seen through glass, during an event on the sidelines of the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, France, on Feb. 11, 2025.Aurelien Morissard | Via ReutersOpenAI has bowed to pressure from civic leaders and ex-employees, announcing in a blog post on Monday that its nonprofit would retain control of the company even as it restructures into a public benefit corporation.The company, which is backed by Microsoft and was recently valued at $300 billion in a funding round led by SoftBank, said it made the decision after discussing the matter with the attorneys general of…

Racing Louisville FC midfielder Ary Borges has been suspended for an additional three matches for pushing the center referee after a recent match.Borges, a Brazilian international, had already served a one-match ban over the weekend after receiving a red card at the conclusion of Louisville’s 3-3 draw with the Portland Thorns on April 27.The match featured 41 combined fouls, a new NWSL record.The National Women’s Soccer League announced on Monday that its Disciplinary Committee issued the additional three-game sentence following review of the altercation, which was deemed “major game misconduct.””The NWSL has a zero-tolerance policy regarding abuse of officials and…

US President Donald Trump leaves after taking questions from the press on the South Lawn upon returning to the White House in Washington, DC, on May 4, 2025. Alex Wroblewski | Afp | Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump has falsely claimed that gasoline prices have fallen below $2 per gallon, in his push to convince the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates.”Gasoline just broke $1.98 a Gallon, lowest in years,” Trump said in a post on his social media platform Truth Social on Friday. “Consumers have been waiting for years to see pricing come down. NO INFLATION, THE FED SHOULD LOWER…

KUWAIT: Oil Minister Tareq Al-Roumi affirmed Kuwait’s keenness to promote environmental awareness and sustainable development during the inauguration of the First Forum and Exhibition of Kuwaiti Environmental Engineers, describing the event as a pioneering initiative that highlights the country’s growing interest in environmental sciences. The forum, organized by the Kuwait Environment Protection Society (KEPS) under the patronage of HH the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, continues until Tuesday.In a speech delivered on behalf of His Highness, Minister Al-Roumi said the premier’s patronage of the event underscores the leadership’s commitment to supporting environmental initiatives, particularly in light of accelerating…

KUWAIT: Chief of the National Guard Sheikh Mubarak Humoud Al-Jaber Al-Sabah chaired a high-level meeting on Monday with senior commanders to review progress in implementing the National Guard’s Strategic Plan 2030 and emphasize the importance of institutional governance. The meeting, held at Sheikh Mubarak’s Diwan at the General Presidency of the National Guard, was attended by Deputy Chief of the National Guard Sheikh Faisal Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Undersecretary of the National Guard Lt Gen Hashem Al-Rifai and top-ranking officers, the National Guard said in a press statement.The discussions were rooted in the principles of transparency and justice — core tenets…

CAIRO: The jury committee for the Arab Media Excellence Award commenced its sessions in Cairo on Monday, under the chairmanship of Kuwait, the award’s official sponsor. The meeting is organized by the Arab League’s Media and Communications Sector. In his opening address, Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the Media and Communications Sector, Ambassador Ahmad Rashid Khattabi, stated that the jury would review nominations submitted by member states and media institutions, and select the most outstanding entries based on the award’s established criteria.He emphasized the principles of transparency and integrity in the selection process. This year’s session is held under the…

Although President Donald Trump’s tariffs have posed a threat to the artificial intelligence boom, Jonathan Gray of Blackstone thinks there is more gas in the tank for data center usage demand. “I think this trend is powerful. I think it will continue,” the firm’s president and chief operating officer told CNBC’s ” Squawk on the Street ” on Monday. While he added that chip export restrictions are “slowing things down” a bit and that U.S.-controlled data centers would be a solution that could limit security concerns around that area, he continued by saying that “overall, we still see a ton…

Arsenal and Manchester City are keeping tabs on Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, while Manchester United will battle Newcastle United for Bryan Mbeumo’s signature. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s January grades | Women’s January gradesTOP STORIES- Alexander-Arnold to leave Liverpool on free transfer- Solskjaer slams McTominay transfer: ‘[It] is beyond me’- Ancelotti’s Real Madrid future not for discussion until May 25Real Madrid forward Rodrygo could depart to raise funds for new signings under a new manager. (Photo by Manu Reino/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)TRENDING RUMORS- Arsenal and…

CNN  —  The shock dismissal of Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone in early April has led to a change in “energy” around the team, Serbian superstar Nikola Jokić admitted after a 120-101 Game 7 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday night. Malone led the team to an NBA title two seasons ago but was on a four-game losing streak when he, along with general manager Calvin Booth, was fired by Nuggets vice chairman Josh Kroenke on April 8. Since then, with Malone’s long-time assistant coach David Adelman at the helm, the team has gone on to win…