KUWAIT:  Chief of Kuwait National Guard, Sheikh Mubarak Homoud Al-Sabah, discussed boosting bilateral ties with Czech Ambassador to the country, Juraj Chmiel, on Wednesday. KNG mentioned in a statement that the Chief affirmed furthering coordination and cooperation between the two sides. — KUNA

KUWAIT: The meteorological department reported on Tuesday that Rabia recorded the highest temperature in the country, reaching a scorching 51 degrees Celsius. Other areas, including Jahra, Abdaly and Kuwait International Airport also experienced extreme heat, with temperatures hitting 50 degrees Celsius.

Acting Director of the Meteorological Department Dharar Al-Ali told KUNA that the soaring temperatures are attributed to the impact of an extension of the Indian monsoon depression, which is accompanied by a very hot air mass and northwesterly winds ranging from light to moderate, occasionally variable along coastal areas.

Al-Ali noted that the country is expected to experience very hot conditions during the daytime and remain hot to very warm at night. Coastal areas, he added, will be affected by relatively high humidity, which is expected to subside starting Friday. The department forecast maximum temperatures to range between 50 and 52 degrees Celsius in certain regions, with the intense heat likely to persist until Saturday. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions during peak heat hours. — KUNA

KUWAIT: Zain Kuwait has successfully concluded the third edition of its Innovation Nation Summer Camp, held in collaboration with Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Giftedness and Creativity — a Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) center — and Assima Mall. The program successfully empowered nearly 2,600 boys and girls to explore the worlds of technology and digital innovation, creating unforgettable memories that pave the way for their future ambitions. Over the course of ten days, the camp provided an inspiring, interactive space for children aged 7 to 14 to engage in exciting educational experiences across innovative fields such as robotics, artificial intelligence, 3D printing, electronics, and renewable energy.

Fun educational experiences on the fundamentals of technology.

Zain continues its efforts to digitally empower the next generation.

The success of this year’s camp marks another milestone in Zain’s ongoing journey to empower future generations, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of Kuwait’s digital transformation through educational and community initiatives that open doors to innovation and knowledge. The workshops were led by a team of certified trainers from the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center, in addition to engineering students from GUST (the Innovation Nation Leaders) and part-time members of Zain’s FUN program. The team developed interactive educational content using non-traditional methods that encouraged children to experiment, discover, and learn through hands-on practice.

Activities included fun learning experiences that focused on practical, interactive components, such as building pet-shaped robots and delivery bots, learning the basics of AI, exploring 3D printing and electronics, and understanding concepts in renewable energy and smart innovation. These experiences enriched the children’s passion for technology and science. This camp was part of the wider Innovation Nation initiative, which embodies Zain’s strategy to support and empower the next generation by offering inspiring educational opportunities in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. It reaffirms Zain’s commitment to playing a vital role in shaping a promising digital future for Kuwait.