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Wondering what to do this weekend in Kuwait? June 26 and 27 bring plenty of ways to spend your free time, whether you're in the mood to get active, meet new people, hunt for retro games, or enjoy a relaxed morning with coffee. Here are five ideas worth adding to your plans. 1. Start Friday with a free community walk or run If you've been meaning to get moving, Friday morning is a good excuse. Head to the indoor track on the 6th floor of Assima Mall at 7:30 AM and join Morning Milers for a relaxed community session. The...

Your local park may soon offer more than green space. A coffee, an ice cream stop, or even a fitness session could become part of your regular visit. Saudi Arabia is considering new rules that would allow a range of businesses and community services inside public parks. The size of the park would determine what can open there: Parks of 1,200 sqm: cafés, ice cream shops, fresh juice outlets, and flower retailers Parks of 1,500 sqm: shops selling fresh and preserved fruit and vegetables Parks of 5,000 sqm: fitness centres, entertainment venues, childcare facilities, non-residential senior citizen centres, and day-care...

Starting a new job in Saudi Arabia will soon come with a new requirement: a mandatory health screening. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced new occupational fitness and non-communicable disease screening regulations that will gradually apply to workers in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. The programme will be introduced in three phases: Phase 1 (first 6 months): mandatory occupational fitness examinations for all new hires Phase 2 (next 12 months): screening expands to existing employees, with priority given to workers in high-risk workplaces Phase 3 (full implementation): regulations apply to all workers, including permanent employees,...

If your travel mood board includes fresh air, scenic train rides, and postcard-worthy views, this summer is the best moment to turn this dream into reality. Kuwait Airways has launched direct flights to Zurich (Switzerland). You can choose between Friday and Sunday departures and start your week with views of the Swiss Alps. If you have other places on your mind, Kuwait Airways is also launching 12 new destinations this summer. From regional getaways to European cities, you might just find your next adventure there. If you'd rather swap mountain views for afternoon tea and historic streets, Jazeera Airways is...

If your idea of a good evening involves coffee, creativity, and meeting like-minded people, Waha Community has a few activities worth checking out this June. From free event for creators to workshops, there's plenty happening this month. All events take place at Goodcup in Mubarkiya, so all that's left to do is pick your vibe. Free This June Waha Community Social is hosting its first social gathering of the year. Come meet other creatives, share what you've been working on, or simply enjoy a relaxed evening over coffee. Date: Monday, June 15 Time: 6 PM to 8 PM Entry: Free...

Planning a summer trip from Kuwait? Jazeera Airways just made Europe a lot more tempting, and a lot more affordable. The airline has launched a limited-time summer sale with 50% off fares to several destinations. You can use the offer on direct flights from Kuwait to: EU destinations: Budapest (Hungary), Krakow (Poland), Larnaca (Cyprus), Milan Bergamo (Italy), and Prague (Czech Republic). Other destinations: Antalya and Trabzon (Turkey), Batumi (Georgia), London Luton (UK), Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina), Sochi (Russia), and Tivat (Montenegro). How to book a discounted flight? Pick your destination for travel between June 10 and July 31, 2026 Make...

Chocolate lovers, here's something new to add to your list. Bateel has introduced Riyadh Style Chocolate, a new treat inspired by Saudi Arabia's most familiar flavours. The new creation features ingredients often associated with local hospitality, and yes, you can probably already guess a couple of them: dates and coffee. So what else will you find inside the bar? Organic dates Qahwa notes Cardamom Saffron Kunafa View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bateel (@bateelgourmet) Riyadh Style Chocolate is available as a chocolate bar and as a box of assorted chocolates, both presented in Saudi green packaging. You...

If your feed could use some good news today, here's one: Saudi Arabia has recorded its first onager birth in more than 100 years. The announcement was made by the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve, home to the young newcomer. The onager is one of the world's rarest wild equids. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), fewer than 600 remain in the wild. In 2025, the species was added to the Critically Endangered list as experts warned its population could fall sharply in the coming decades. The male onager was born in June 2025, but...

If you've got a habit of ordering lunch deliveries, there's a new ban in Kuwait that could affect your plans. Delivery bikes and motorcycles get a five-hour pause this summer, with operations suspended daily between 11 AM and 4 PM. The change is here for the whole summer, with the restriction remaining in effect until August 31. And while we're talking about deliveries, have you checked out Snoonu? This Qatari app recently launched in Kuwait and covers everything from food delivery and groceries to movie tickets and gym bookings, so you can get a lot done without jumping between apps....

Thinking about a summer escape already? Kuwait Airways just announced a list of seasonal destinations for 2026, and the lineup covers everything from European beach spots to cooler mountain cities and quick regional getaways. Regional destinations in MENA and nearby Asia: Alexandria and Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt) Antalya, Bodrum and Trabzon (Türkiye) Salalah (Oman) European destinations: Malaga (Spain) Mykonos (Greece) Nice (France) Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) Vienna (Austria) Zurich (Switzerland) Kuwait Airways has plans to add more routes once official approvals arrive from relevant authorities. The following destinations under consideration: Krakow (Poland), Moscow (Russia), Beijing (China), New York (USA), Abu...