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Kuwait News announced the introduction of a virtual reporter named ‘Fedha’ (which means “Silver” in English), the first AI news anchor used by a news service in Kuwait. This Arabic-speaking AI news anchor has the capability to learn and develop with the aid of live videos and works 24/7. In her debut broadcast, ‘Fedha’ introduced herself as the first AI anchor in Kuwait and requested followers to suggest the kind of news they are interested in hearing. The introduction of ‘Fedha’, the first AI news anchor in Kuwait, has garnered attention from various global news agencies. These agencies have covered…

Kuwait has announced its plans to be home to the world’s tallest tower, called the Burj Mubarak, which is set to surpass Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. “It would be the tallest building in Kuwait, and it is safe to say that its planned height surpasses that of the world’s current tallest building – Burj Khalifa in Dubai (828 meters). However, it is not the world’s tallest under-construction building at this moment,” according to a Business Insider report. The 1,001-meter tall tower will be constructed at the heart of Madinat Al Hareer or Silk City, Kuwait’s ongoing megaproject which is expected to…

The Al-Ula Sky Festival began on April 26th and is running through May 13th.  With experiences ideal for everyone, including adventure seekers, nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, and admirers of ancient cultures, the event offers a variety of festivities and activities and welcomes its guests to enjoy seeing the most amazing natural and heritage attractions in Saudi Arabia.Here are the top 10 things to do at the Al-Ula Sky Festival: This year’s Al-Ula Sky Festival features spectacular balloon rides with views of the area’s most stunning sights. During the day, visitors can take 45-minute free rides over extraordinary rock formations, vast…

Eid Al-Fitr 2023 in Kuwait is expected to fall on Friday, April 21st, after the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It is a time of family gatherings, feasting, and gift-giving. Many people in Kuwait engage in traditional activities such as visiting relatives, wearing new clothes, and decorating their homes. Additionally, many shopping malls and markets offer special promotions and discounts during this time, making it a popular time for shopping. Marina Mall Marina Mall is one of the biggest shopping and entertainment centers in Salmiya, connected to several other buildings such as Marina Crescent, Waterfront, and Marina Waves.…

Q: How resilient is Kuwait’s banking sector in 2023? A: The sector is notable for its high liquidity and robust capitalisation, with an overall capital adequacy ratio well above the required minimum level. Additionally, non-performing loans remain low, while loan-loss provisioning is high. The sector’s strong foundations have enabled it to handle the uncertainty caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and other global challenges over the past few years. Meanwhile, government-led pandemic mitigation and recovery actions afterwards have aided the banking system, allowing it to lead a post-pandemic recovery benefitting from a well-capitalised and highly liquid sector balance sheet. Moreover, increased oil…

(9/3 – 125) Kazakhstan is gearing up for snap elections of the lower house of parliament on March 19, and there is a sense of anticipation in the air. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who came to power in 2019, called for snap elections in the wake of the deadly street protests in January 2022. The elections are part of the president’s ambitious reform agenda, Jana Kazakhstan (New Kazakhstan), which aims to usher in a new era of political liberalization. The parliamentary elections are stage two of Tokayev’s program, following his re-election winning 80 percent of the votes last November. The coming…

Frankfurt, Brussels (11/3 – 120 Tajikistan’s reliance on a limited range of export products, including aluminium and cotton, makes its economy vulnerable to external shocks, such as changes in global demand or prices. Diversifying the export base by promoting new industries and products could help to reduce this vulnerability and create new opportunities for growth. The problem is the kleptocratic approach of a Stalin like economic regime of the Rahmonov clan. Improving trade relationships with existing partners, such as China, Turkey, Russia, Iran, and Afghanistan, and exploring new markets could also help to expand the country’s export base. However, to…

Kazakhstan rose from 88th to 79th place out of 121 countries in the 2023 Global Soft Power Index by Brand Finance, the world’s leading independent brand valuation and strategy consultancy, according to the company’s report The ranking was announced on March 2 at Brand Finance’s Global Soft Power Summit in London, where delegates discussed the role of soft power in international politics and business. “This annual report into Soft Power covers the ability to influence others through attraction or persuasion rather than coercion. It encompasses a wide range of tools, including business and trade, governance, international relations, culture and heritage, media and…

Actor Emeka Okoye has reacted to the death of actor and director Kingsley Anosike, who recently passed on. Okoye recounted how the late director had recommended his wife Chioma Chijioke as a great comic actress for a movie project. The news of Kingsley’s death has stirred reactions from many, as the actor had celebrated his wife on Valentine’s day a few days ago; Below is the last post Kingsley Anosike shared on his Instagram as he joined in Valentine’s day celebration Source: 36ng

Turkish president claims Portuguese forward was a victim of a ‘political ban’ after the 37-year-old dropped to the bench for his last two World Cup games Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Cristiano Ronaldo “stands for the Palestinian cause” and bemoaned the Portugal forward being dropped to the bench at the World Cup in Qatar. Erdogan was speaking at a youth rally at a university campus on Sunday when he was asked his thoughts on the World Cup, Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Ronaldo. “They have wasted Ronaldo,” he replied. “Unfortunately, they have imposed a political ban on him. Sending a footballer like Ronaldo…