Middle East Tensions: The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, then revoked a license for Iranian oil sales; Iran retaliated with missile/drone strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, raising fears the wider conflict could spill over. Religious & Public Life: In Iraq, crowds packed Najaf and Karbala for dayslong funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with Iraqi authorities declaring a public holiday amid heavy security. Kuwait Education & Innovation: Kuwait’s Ministry of Education honored 25 finalist projects from the Ibda’at 2026 digital innovation platform, backing student-led ideas to improve education outcomes. Kuwait Culture Note: A Kuwaiti lifestyle piece explains local eating etiquette and the origins of the word “qafsha” for spoon. Global Lifestyle Watch: Copenhagen was named the world’s most liveable city for 2026, while Gulf cities—including Kuwait City—saw stability drops tied to regional conflict. Local Charity & Faith: The Kuwaiti Office for Charitable Projects inaugurated the Munira Nayef Al-Jalil Mosque at Capital University in Egypt, supporting students with a campus worship space. Retail Convenience: Lulu Hypermarket Kuwait rolled out deema BNPL nationwide, letting shoppers split eligible purchases into four installments.