Women in Defence: Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense opened military recruitment to women, with applicants assessed on qualifications, fitness, health, exams, interviews and training—aimed at boosting armed forces capacity. Food Safety Crackdown: Kuwait’s GFNA ordered the closure of four food establishments (two slaughterhouses, a café and a biscuit factory) over hygiene, licensing and expired-permit breaches, with legal action initiated. Health Enforcement: Kuwait’s Health Ministry shut seven private healthcare facilities for serious violations, including unlicensed practice and improper medical procedures. Dermatology Awareness: Kuwait dermatologists held an awareness day on hidradenitis suppurativa, stressing early diagnosis and noting links to obesity and smoking. Vaccination Update: Kuwait expanded its voluntary shingles jab eligibility to all adults 50+ and adults 18+ with weakened immune systems, with more vaccination sites. Heat Protection: PAM confirmed the midday work ban in open areas remains 11:00am–4:00pm (June 1–Aug 31) to reduce heat-stress risks. Public Health & Environment: Kuwait Dive Team urged action against plastic pollution, citing tons of waste removed from Kuwait Bay and other coasts. Road Safety: A Kuwait crackdown recorded 4,629 violations in 48 hours, including speeding and seat-belt breaches, with vehicles impounded and some detentions. Global Health Market Watch: New reports track growth in antidiabetic drugs and beadlets capsule markets, reflecting continued demand for diabetes care and wellness-focused delivery. Oil Prices: OPEC+ agreed to raise August output by 188,000 bpd, including Kuwait, as prices soften and supply outlooks shift.