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Good Morning Everyone! A friend of mine sent me this video demonstrating how the new traffic cameras work, and how traffic violations are issued. Honestly, I was a bit surprised; I never imagined that there would actually be people sitting in a room observing all Kuwaiti roads and issuing tickets. It’s kina freaky, if you ask me, it’s like your being watched at all times you just don’t know where or when. But on the other hand, it’s a good step forward for Kuwait to actually imply structure on the streets. Let’s just hope that these issued tickets will be implemented on everyone.

Thanks [Abdulla]

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I was at Kuwait City this early morning and observed that hoarding was placed all around old Amiri hospital to preserve it. I think they will revamped it to turn into into a historical museum or attraction. This is great because the hospital was abandoned long time ago and when I visited it last summer it was in a really bad shape. I’m glad they are finally realizing the importance of historical buildings and places in Kuwait and are trying to preserve them instead of demolishing them and build new shopping malls. Next is the abandoned Mishref Palace, this place can be turned into an amazing touristic spot.

Check our previous post about old Amiri hospital [link]

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In the presence of prominent marine dealers in Kuwait, PH7 Events represented by the Managing Director, Zeina Mokaddam, and Nouf Al Hajri, PH7 Events General Manager, has announced the start of the preparations for the second edition of Kuwait Yacht Show 2014 which will be held under the patronage of H.H Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al- Hamad Al- Sabah, Prime Minister of the state of Kuwait. The second edition comes to confirm the overwhelming success of the first edition and establish KYS as a yearly, awaited event. Intensive preparations have started to insure that next year’s show will be on a higher level, offering a wide range of yachts, boats and marine equipment from local, regional and international dealers. It will also shed light on the local boat builders and local water sports teams.

“Following the great success of the first edition of the Kuwait Yacht Show, PH7 Events is preparing for a bigger and more encompassing show for 2014,” Zeina Mokaddam stated. “The support we received during during the first show was tremendous. From Government bodies, to sponsors, exhibitors and visitors, it truly felt like the whole of Kuwait participated in the success of the show.”

Kuwait Yacht Show 2014 is set to attract larger boats and yachts, and PH7 Events have booked two pontoons to cater for these noting that for 2014 in-water and on-land exhibits will be gathered in one area.

“Kuwaitis’ love for their country emulates their love to the sea and our clients are dedicated to bringing their heritage to the forefront.” - Khalid Al Muhanna, Marina Yacht Club Manager.

*The Kuwait Yacht Show 2014 will be held at Marina Crescent from the February 2nd – 7th.

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A friend has emailed me the proposed designs for the new Kuwait Airways planes. I heard they are in the final stags for expanding their fleet and purchase new 25 planes (10 Airbus 350 & 15 Airbus 320). I hope Kuwait Airways will bring back the golden age. So which of the designs above do you think looks best?

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A friend of mine was recently supposed to undergo surgery for gastric bypass but she recently got a call from the doctor cancelling the surgery. The cause is that the Ministry of Health stopped all weight-loss surgeries (in public and private sectors, and medical centers) due to the fact that Kuwait is not following proper global surgery standards. As much as I hate to say this, but I agree 100%, it seems like nowadays everyone who is a doctor suddenly seems qualified to give surgeries that are not even within their field! I followed up this issue by reading about it in Kuwait Times and I was shocked that patients who did not meet the international weight standard for the procedure were undergoing surgery JUST because the doctor wanted some extra cash and one of the main reasons for the issue of this decree is that the equipment used in the procedures were NOT approved by the food and drug association (FDA). I am glad that the Ministry of Health took this step, but at the same time I feel bad for the doctors who ARE actually qualified and had to stop their surgeries due to this Ministerial Decree; but hopefully now the Ministry of Health will implement the proper global standards and patients can undergo the surgery without fear of complications.

Read full article here [link]

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As much as we butt heads over the silliest things, I have to admit that Red Bull really DO host the best events. As I recently started taking up photography, the Red Bull 5 Pics Event opened up my eyes to the many wonders a single camera lens can capture.

Hosted at 52 Degrees, Red Bull offered amateur and professional photographers the chance to enter their competition by submitting JUST 5 pictures of how Kuwait is viewed through their lens.

I know Kuwait is beautiful but it is far more beautiful when you experience it through the eyes of another. With 130 competitors, 5 judges, a lot of disagreements and a lot of consideration, only 3 were chosen.

Third Place: Yousef Al- Muhanna
Second Place:  Maitham Al- Misry

First Place: Mohammed Al- Sultan

Through Red Bull 5 Pics; Yousef, Maitham, and Mohammed had a chance to “spread their wings” and soar into something they love – photography. And that is exactly what is meant by, “Red Bull Gives You Wings.” As the Bull symbolizes polarization, Red Bull seeks to polarize different cultures through different events allowing each participant a chance to “grow wings,” interact, explore, and expand their talents onto bigger and better things. “Different things, for different people,” as Elie El Massih; Country Manager, sweetly stated it.

The Red Bull 5 Pics Gallery will be on display up until June 10^th at 52 Degrees for anyone who is interested.

Thank you Red Bull for allowing us to expand our horizons, looking forward to many more of your amazing events.

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The Body Shop, one of the 21st Century’s most iconic and pioneering brands, is launching an aspirational new beauty movement that will inspire and engage customers for generations to come and transform the boundaries of beauty. Called Beauty With Heart, this new beauty movement will mobilize new generations of consumers to join forces as a community of activist-minded beauty devotees.

Beauty With Heart places unprecedented emphasis on a beauty experience that is much more than skin-deep. Through its Beauty with Heart Movement, The Body Shop is putting a very human stamp on beauty, empowering consumers the world over to not only look good but to feel good and do good through using the brand’s products. How do you look good, feel good, and do good you might ask?

Look Good: As a result of products that are powered by nature and rich in the highest quality ingredients that deliver true beauty innovation and efficacy to our customers.

Feel Good: As a result of the rich sensual textures that burst out of our products onto the skin and because these products come from an inherently ethical brand that cares about people, the planet, and animal welfare.

Do Good: Through engaging with a brand that encourages and takes concrete actions to help others, through its community Fair Trade program; through its campaigns; through its commitment to animal welfare; and through its endeavor to protect the planet.

Look Good+Feel Good+Do Good = This powerful combination gives consumers the confidence to express themselves with attitude and infectious energy.

Beauty With Heart will spring to life through a new and highly innovative store experience called Pulse, as well as through the support of Lily Cole, the embodiment of the brand’s strong values and the first of a community of inspiring young activists.

“We know that our brand delivers more than beauty; our products truly contain heart as well. Today, we’re looking to a future where our vision of beauty can be experienced by new generations for whom it is all about looking good, feeling good and doing good, too.” – Sophie Gasperment, Executive Chairman.

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As much as I love burgers, Smash Burger will forever be my favorite, that’s why I am so excited its opening in the Salmiya Area. Luckily for me, I got invited inside for a sneak preview of the restaurant. Apparently, the Salmiya branch will be different than all other branches in the aspects of: theme, colors, furniture, decoration… All new everything! There are four branches so far and their goal is to open TEN branches in two years. Smash Burger is Designed and Built by Concept Interiors, and is owned by Kayan Restaurants.

I will keep you guys posted as soon as Salmiya Branch opens because it will definitely be THE smash of the year.

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