Renewed collaboration highlights shared values of excellence, blending the world of aviation, sports, fashion and lifestyle January 28th 2025 Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways, the world’s best airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) until 2028, reaffirming its commitment to one of the most iconic football clubs in the world, ushering in a new era of collaboration. This renewal strengthens the long-standing relationship between Qatar Airways and PSG, built on shared values of excellence, ambition, and innovation. The announcement was made a few days following The Parisian’s victory over Manchester City F.C at the Parc des Princes Stadium in the UEFA Champions League – Europe’s premier football tournament where Qatar Airways ......read more
Doha-Qatar- 22 December 2025 The eyes of the motorsport world have been on Qatar this week as the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) hosted the MENA Karting Championship Nations Cup 2024 for the second time at the Lusail International Circuit (LIC). With strong displays of regional talent and racing action, the championship – held from 19-21 December – welcomed over 150 drivers from across 16 countries in the Middle East and North Africa region. Marking the success of the championship, FIA President and Nations Cup founder Mohammed Ben Sulayem, said: “The MENA karting nations cup is an opportunity for us to showcase the best of our region. It brings global attention to MENA motorsport while offering young talent the honour of representing their nations. “My congratulations to all competitors - ......read more
Sporting legends included Novak Djokovic, F1 world champion Max Verstappen, drivers Lando Norris, George Russell and Oscar Piastri, footballers Luis Figo and Marco Materazzi, and basketball’s Tony Parker. Launched 2022, Premier Padel Legends Tour travels around the world bringing together the biggest sporting VIPs. Many more events to come from 2025 onwards. Tournament organised by Premier Padel & PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi. Doha, 1 December 2024 – Premier Padel, the world’s leading official professional padel tour, hosted the latest edition of the Premier Padel Legends Tour, bringing together some of the world’s biggest sporting VIPs to play padel in iconic places across the globe. At the invitation of Premier Padel and PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, the November 2024 edition held ......read more
Tennis icon Novak Djokovic - who recently highlighted padel's rapid growth and its impact on tennis - has now embraced the sport firsthand with Premier Padel. He joined Premier Padel Chairman Nasser Al-Khelaïfi for a padel match at the Premier Padel courts in Doha, once again showing the sport's dynamic appeal. This also follows Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, George Russell, Pierre Gasly, Oscar Piastri all taking a break from the track to visit the same Premier Padel x Qatar Airways courts in Doha ahead of the Formula 1 Qatar GP. ...read more
Series to Be Featured at Doha Film Institute’s Ajyal Film Festival on November 18 6 November 2024 - Singapore: ONE Championship (ONE), the world’s largest martial arts organization, today announced that the second season of its critically acclaimed reality series, “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition,” will premiere in Qatar and across the MENA region on TOD, beIN Media Group’s OTT platform, on Wednesday, November 20. Ahead of the Season 2 launch, “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” will be featured at Doha Film Institute’s Ajyal Film Festival, which takes place from November 16-23 at Katara Cultural Village in Doha. On Monday, November 18, there will be an exclusive red-carpet screening of one of the show’s episodes filmed in Qatar, and ONE Championship Chairman and ......read more
The Visit Qatar channel is designed to showcase Qatar as a premium travel destination Visit Qatar and Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, have signed an agreement that includes the launch of a dedicated Visit Qatar television channel. The partnership agreement was signed at an event by Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, Chief Executive Officer of Visit Qatar and Mr. Ali Bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Es’hailSat. The dedicated Visit Qatar channel can be viewed on the Es’hail-2 satellite, broadcasted at the 26⁰ East hotspot, which has a large number of viewers due to its coverage of the entire Middle East and all of North Africa. The channel showcases Qatar as one of the world’s leading travel destinations. Hotels throughout Qatar will feature the channel on the TV of all guest rooms, giving visitors the ......read more
Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar, along with co-located Cityscape Qatar brings together leading brands, experts and decision-makers. Big 5 Talks and INDEX Talks continue to provide valuable insights into construction and design trends, focusing on sustainability and innovation. Day 3 offers further insight and inspiration, with product demos showcasing a range of products, services, systems and solutions, along with networking opportunities. October 14, 2024, Doha: His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, Minister of Municipality, toured the second day of Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center. The events continued ......read more
Doha, Qatar - 13 October 2024: The highly anticipated Cityscape Qatar 2024 opened its doors at the Doha Exhibition and Conference Center (DECC), marking the beginning of the three-day real estate exhibition. Under the patronage of H.E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the event witnessed the participation of several ministry officials, major developers and international delegates. The exhibition commenced with the opening of the second Qatar Real Estate Forum (QREF). During the forum's opening address, the Qatar Real Estate Forum announced an impressive QAR 27 billion in trade value for 2023 and the first half of 2024. His Excellency Mr. Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah, Minister of Municipality, officially inaugurated Cityscape Qatar. He was joined ......read more
The world of sports is evolving, and a new generation is embracing a blend of physical and digital experiences known as ‘phygital’ sports. As a proud Official Member of the World Phygital Community (WPC), Dallah Holding Media (DHM) is taking the lead in bringing phygital sports to Qatar. Through organising events and recruiting local talent, DHM is laying the foundation for Qatar’s bright future in this innovative sports movement. ‘The Games of the Future’, an innovative global tournament, blends traditional sports with digital gaming to create dynamic, hybrid competitions. The first edition featured a total prize pool of US$ 10 million and included 21 disciplines combining physical activity, modern technology and digital environments. With participation from 260 international teams and over 2,000 ......read more
Doha, Qatar – Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMUQ) hosted the fifth annual Qatar Collegiate Programming Competition (QCPC). The competition set a new record for participation, attracting a total of 114 teams, comprising 349 students and coaches from universities and high schools in Doha. After the end of an intense and competitive weekend, CMU-Q’s Thang Bui-Nguyen, George Chkhaidze, and Dilshodbek Khujaev took the top spot in the university track, solving an impressive 11 problems out of 13. In the high school track, Aditya Menon and Yash Sah from DPS Monarch International School were the top team, with six problems solved. It was an extraordinary showing from the high school students, whose results matched those of the second and third ranked teams in the university track. Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, ......read more
07 October 2024 — Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som proudly announces that Ganeshan Padmanabhan, Director of Finance and Acting Director of Marketing Communications, has been honoured as Finance Person of the Year: Highly Commended at the prestigious Hotelier Middle East Awards 2024. The 20th-anniversary celebration of the awards was held in Dubai, bringing together over 550 esteemed guests from the region's hospitality industry. The event celebrated excellence and recognized individuals who have made notable contributions to the sector. This year’s ceremony honoured winners across 35 categories, shining a spotlight on outstanding achievements within the sector. Ganeshan’s recognition in the Finance Person of the Year category reflects his outstanding financial leadership and his ability to balance both ......read more
Visit Qatar announces its partnership with the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) E1 World Championship and United Development Company (UDC) to host the inaugural edition of Visit Qatar E1 Doha GP at the signing ceremony held on September 30th at Corinthia Yacht Club. The signing ceremony was attended by, Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, Mr. Alejandro Agag, E1 Chairman and Mr. Ibrahim Jassim Al-Othman, President, CEO and Member of The Board of United Development Company. The Championship’s innovative electric race boat, the RaceBird, is scheduled for February 21-22, 2025. Set to be held at The Pearl Island in Doha, Visit Qatar E1 Doha GP will represent a significant highlight on the 2025 race calendar and marks the establishment of a racing hub in the Middle East. Corinthia Yacht Club at The Pearl ......read more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 3rd September 2024 – While the world is still absorbing Cristiano Ronaldo’s newly launched YouTube channel reaching 50 million subscribers in less than a week, another remarkable YouTube milestone has been thriving in the background of this. A podcast episode by Thmanyah, meaning ‘eight’ in Arabic, saw remarkably more views, 110 million so far, than any other podcast episode ever posted on YouTube, breaking the Guinness World Records title for Most viewed podcase episode on the platform. This milestone beats out the Joe Rogan's famous interview with Elon Musk, which garnered 68 million views over five years. But a Saudi Arabian podcast episode called "Secrets to Thriving Relationships" has now claimed the top spot. Let’s walk you through all ......read more
September in Qatar promises an exciting line up of multicultural events including art exhibitions, musical performances, and thrilling sports tournaments. Providing the perfect long weekend getaway, Qatar invites GCC and Saudi nationals to experience the country’s vibrant culture, stunning art, and a wealth of activities available to them this September. New attractions for visitors In addition to the diverse line up of events, Qatar is home to a range of new hotels and attractions for those long, fun weekends. Meryal Waterpark, the country’s largest waterpark, features the tallest water slide in the world, in addition to several exciting rides, a beachfront, food outlets, and a waterside retail area. Another new addition to Qatar’s tourism scene is ‘Our Habitas Ras Abrouq’, an ......read more
- Ranjeev Menon: developing sustainable ecosystems that allow talents to thrive and contribute to community development - GWC Sports is a one-stop-shop provider for sports and events logistics solutions that has extensive experience August 2024 / Doha Qatar: Gulf Warehousing Company Q.P.S.C (GWC) – one of the fastest-growing logistics businesses in the MENA region, announced that its team, GWC Arrows, has won the 2023 Third Division Cricket League Championship, hosted by Qatar Cricket Association. The winning team received the championship trophy on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the Lusail Hall in the Olympic Tower. Ranjeev Menon, Group CEO of GWC, said: “Winning the championship title represents a significant achievement that supports our company's social responsibility strategy, which focuses ......read more
Qatar's premier real estate event returns on 13-15 October, featuring top developers, insightful discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities. Doha, Qatar - 20 August 2024: Cityscape Qatar, the nation's premier real estate event, is set to return for its 12th edition from 13-15 October 2024 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) in Qatar. This year's event will be co-located with Index Design Qatar and Big 5 Construct Qatar, offering a unique platform for industry professionals, homebuyers, and investors to delve into the latest real estate and development market trends and investment opportunities. Building on a legacy of over a decade, Cityscape Qatar continues to attract significant international attention, expecting more than 10,000 visitors and featuring over 90 exhibitors from ......read more
Hudson Tavern sets the stage for an unforgettable football season with an array of entertaining activities and unbeatable offers for each guest Doha, Qatar: Hudson Tavern, Mondrian Doha's American-style laid back pub, welcomes visitors and football enthusiasts to tune into the EUROS. Guests are invited to bring their A-game and participate in an array of engaging activities that promise unforgettable moments. As visitors cheer for their favourite teams, Hudson Tavern presents an irresistible offer available for the duration of any 90-minute football match, where guests can indulge in unlimited beverages from a selected and dedicated menu for an unbeatable QAR 90. To complement these free-flowing refreshments, those on their edge of their seats can calm match-day nerves by savouring specially curated burgers inspired by ......read more
Embark on a journey of culinary excellence this Eid and discover a plethora of exquisite offerings at Four Seasons at The Pearl-Qatar Whether you're seeking an epic breakfast, a lively Italian-inspired brunch, or a dazzling jazz-filled Eid celebration, there is something for everyone at this magnificent property. Doha, Qatar (June 2024): This Eid, Four Seasons at The Pearl-Qatar invites guests to experience a glamorous beachfront home away from home as it presents an array of dining delights sure to impress even the most discerning foodies. Serving up tempting breakfast and brunch offers at Spuntino, featuring the best of Southern-Italian cuisine, and an exhilarating jazz-filled Eid celebration at Chicago Rare, which showcases a modern take on a vintage Chicago steakhouse, Four Seasons at The Pearl-Qatar ensures an ......read more
LG hosts more than 100 guests at The Ned five-star hotel and members’ club in Doha, bringing even greater state-of-the-art living to the region DOHA, May 16, 2024 – LG Electronics (LG) brought its LG Life’s Good showcase event to Qatar earlier this week, where more than 100 guests descended on the exclusive, luxurious The Ned Doha, for creative product presentations set to the backdrop of an intimate gala dinner. Featuring new and exciting creations that highlight the company’s innovative features and capabilities, including LG’s premium line-up of built-in home appliances and home entertainment solutions, the unique customer-focused showcase represents a promise to bring even more products that prioritize user experience, convenience, efficiency, and sustainability to the region. Stealing the show ......read more
Doha, 14 May 2024 - The MENA Insurtech Summit 2024, the premier event for insurance and insurtech stakeholders in the Middle East and North Africa region, concluded on a high note, yesterday, on 13 May in Doha, Qatar. Powered by Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, and partners, the three-day summit, which was held under the theme ‘AI Impact on the Insurance Value Chain’, brought together 1,500 participants including 120 speakers, 40 insurance companies, 40 investors, 50 insurtechs, and an assembly of experts, entrepreneurs, regulators and technology partners from across the region and beyond to explore the latest trends and opportunities in the region's fast-growing insurtech ecosystem. The summit featured a rich and diverse agenda that covered a wide range of topics related ......read more
Leading the conversation on Middle East investment trends, QInvest's Hussain Abdulla stands at the forefront of Bloomberg Intelligence & ABANA's event. Doha, May 4, 2024 - The Bloomberg Intelligence and ABANA 2024 Middle East Investment Forum engaged participants on Thursday, May 2nd, in New York as industry leaders gathered to explore the pulse of the MENA region's economic landscape. Founded in 1983, ABANA swiftly emerged as a crucial conduit between North American and MENA financial sectors, earning recognition as a unique platform for policy dialogues that deepen understanding of business culture and capital flows between the two regions. Among the distinguished voices, QInvest's Co-Chief Executive, Hussain Abdulla, commanded the stage as a keynote speaker, delving into nuanced discussions surrounding ......read more
Doha, Qatar – 5 May 2024 – Msheireb, a pioneer in cultural preservation and innovation, has announced a strategic partnership with Metahug, the visionary gaming studio, to launch an immersive Roblox experience that allows players to explore the richness of Qatari culture. This collaboration is designed to blend education with interactive gaming, showcasing Qatar's sustainable innovations, creative chops, and deep-rooted traditions. The partnership was launched on the sidelines of the TEFFA event hosted in M7 at Msheireb Downtown Doha. The Roblox platform will host a series of mini-games, each crafted to highlight a different facet of Qatari life and history. At launch, players will be able to participate in six unique games, starting with 'Pearl Hunt,' a game that pays homage to Qatar's pearl diving ......read more
- Qatari stable Hijin Alshahaneyah earn wins in both Jidhaa races and one of the Thanaya events. - The second edition of the AlUla Camel Cup concludes on Saturday. AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 26. April 2024: The third and penultimate day of this year's AlUla Camel Cup saw packed crowds roar on the competitors at the Mughayra Heritage Sports Village racetrack during an incredible day of racing. Two categories of races took place on Friday, the 6km Jidhaa and Thanaya 8km, with each category featuring two races. The total prize pool for the day amounted to SAR25.6 million. The big winners of the day were the Qatari stable Hijin Alshahaneyah, with the first Jidhaa race seeing Aliyah claim victory with a time of 9:37.768 minutes. However, Hijin Alshahaneyah didn't stop there. The second Jidhaa race was won by the ......read more
Msheireb Award for Innovation in Design Recognises Four Winners Across the Categories of human-centred, technology-powered, sustainable and luxury and lifestyle design DOHA, 24 April 2024 — With more than 400 speakers and delegates converging at the dynamic Doha Design District, Msheireb Properties and Fast Company Middle East opened the region’s first Innovation by Design Summit on Wednesday. Celebrating visionary design thinking, the organisers also launched the Msheireb Award for Innovation in Design which recognised four outstanding winners and signalled Msheireb Properties’ plans to be an active player in shaping the future of design innovation in the Middle East. Opening the Summit, Msheireb Properties CEO Eng. Ali Al Kuwari said, “I'm proud to be here today in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha ......read more
Doha, Qatar (April 22, 2024): The Autonomous e-Mobility (AEMOB) Forum, held under the patronage of H. E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti, Minister of Transport, and hosted by its strategic partner, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) of the State of Qatar, revealed its final program and speakers lineup in a press conference held at the Ministry on Monday, 22 April. The list of sponsors of the event so far includes more than 20 prominent sponsors and partners, including Mowasalat Company (Karwa), the forum’s transportation partner, Qatar Railways Company (Rail) and Microsoft Corporation as gold sponsors, Al Jaidah Group and the Qatar Free Zones Authority as silver sponsors, and Al Abdul Ghani Motors, QTerminals, Uber and DHL were bronze sponsors of the event, along with a number of bodies, companies and other entities representing the ......read more
Doha, 23 April 2024 - Qatar Insurance Company (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been crowned “Best Travel Insurance Company in The Middle East” for the second consecutive year at the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards 2024. This prestigious accolade comes in recognition of QIC’s outstanding performance at the levels of travel products’ digitalization and customer service excellence regionwide, offering both outbound and inbound travelers the most convenient online experiences with extensive coverage that makes their trips to and from the region safer and more enjoyable. As part of its commitment to offering easier and better access to travel insurance for everyone, QIC introduced a series of market-first products over the past few months, including the fastest online solution ......read more
The charity auction will take place both online and offline at the Invest World Expo Dubai gala dinner on the 23rd of April (Dubai, UAE — April 17, 2024) — Tooba, the charitable platform dedicated to facilitating global giving in a quick, simple and secure manner, will mark its inaugural presence at the Invest World Expo Dubai 2024 to channel resources towards meaningful causes. The charity auction is taking place online on Tooba's instagram account and offline at the gala dinner of the event on the 23rd of April, at the Atlantis The Royal, Dubai. Participants are encouraged to make donations towards various causes, with the individual making the largest contribution earning a chance to win a special gifts by Tooba ambassadors: Official Khabib's training gloves Official Islam Makhachev's ......read more
he newly opened Resort has commissioned a series of illustrations and animated videos by the talented artist to celebrate its launch and create a visual story portraying its vibrant energy and unique living experience. Clym will also host a master class at the property, aiming to share his knowledge and unique perspective on Qatar with other local artists. April 17th, 2024, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar, a glamorous beachfront oasis located at the Pearl-Qatar, has partnered with the world-famous artist Clym Evernden. Marking his debut in the Middle East, Clym has created an array of captivating illustrations and animations that capture the unique charm of the property. By collaborating with Clym, the property aimed to create a captivating visual story that depicts ......read more
*This title confirms the cohesion between the two brotherly nations and this honour is a new achievement for the youth of Shabab Al Ahli DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, extended his warmest congratulations and blessings to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council, and President of Shabab Al Ahli Club, on the occasion of the senior football team’s victory in the inaugural edition of the Qatar-UAE Super Sheild. Shabab Al Ahli rode on a third minute stoppage time winner from Igor Jesus to fight back and win 2-1 against Qatar’s Al Duhail at a packed Rashid Stadium in Dubai, late on Saturday. Al Duhail had initially taken the lead through a fantastic strike from ......read more
Doha, Qatar: As we bask in the final week of Ramadan and reflect on the blessings this Holy Month has brought, Mondrian Doha extends a heartfelt invitation to travellers and guests seeking to discover an oasis of luxury and culinary haven this Eid Al Fitr to experience the holiday in their whimsical hotel. Nestled in the heart of Doha, Mondrian Doha welcomes visitors to experience a holiday like no other. From April 10th, guests can book a stay in one of their opulent guest rooms and avail a special 20% discount, inclusive of a breakfast for two people. The irresistible offer is available for stays of a minimum of three nights, providing an unforgettable escape. For those looking to immerse themselves in ultimate relaxation, Mondrian Doha’s prestigious spa, ESPA, is transforming the ESPA VIP SUITE into every guest’s ......read more
visit Qatar is gearing up to host several performances during the week of Eid Al Fitr 2024, ranging from music artists to Disney blockbuster orchestral musicals. With several family-friendly performances, and others for young adults and older, Visit Qatar presents a line-up of events that cater to residents and GCC visitors of all ages to celebrate the joyous occasion. For Eid Al Fitr 2024, there will be nightly fireworks shows at Katara Cultural Village from April 10 to 12, for visitors to enjoy stunning firework displays. Al Hazm mall will be hosting Eid Al Fitr celebrations from April 10 to 13, and Lusail Boulevard will see different types of Eid celebrations from April 10 to 12. Qatar is also gearing up to host the inaugural Qatar-UAE Super Cup on April 12, welcoming football fans from the region. The LEGO ® Shows Qatar ......read more
Doha, Qatar (3 April 2024): Come show off your hero moves and join the PJ Masks at Doha Festival City from 10 to 20 April 2024! Families are invited to watch the mini stage show, enjoy the activities in the Superpower Academy and have their photo taken with the superhero trio! The interactive mini show is full of singing and dancing with kids’ participation in a Hero Training Session with the PJ MASKS characters. Young ones will learn what it takes to be a hero, how to be brave, learn the coolest hero moves, and so much more! Additionally, three distinguished retailers—FNAC, Toys R Us, and Kiddy Zones—will showcase their unique PJ Masks and Hasbro branded merchandise at the Merchandising booth, offering fans a chance to take home a piece of the adventure. *This spend offer is being provided by Doha ......read more
As part of the exciting lineup of events for the final week of Expo 2023 Doha, the Organizing Committee held the Expo 2023 Doha Awards Ceremony – the perfect sendoff for a truly global event that attracted more than 4 million visitors over 6 straight months. The event was graced by the attendance of His Excellency, Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiya, His Excellency Expo 2023 Doha Commissioner General Bader bin Omar Al Dafa, as well as AIPH Secretary General Mr. Tim Briercliffe, and BIE Secretary General Mr. Dimitri S. Kerkentzes. The ceremony highlighted the Expo 2023 Doha Organizing Committee’s appreciation of all participating countries that spared no effort to take part in the event and introduce visitors to their initiatives and innovations in sustainability, environmental conservation, ......read more
Gulf Warehousing Company (Q.P.S.C.) – Qatar’s leading logistics provider - attended Qatar Paralympic Committee (QPC) Ramadan Wheelchair Basketball Championship finals. The Ramadan Wheelchair Basketball Championship, organized by the Qatar Federation for Special Needs Sports, concluded over two days in the Federation Hall, with the participation of 20 players representing 4 teams. The final day's competitions were strong and exciting and witnessed a ranking match for third and fourth places, then the final match. Helping local talents grow is an integral part of GWC’s mission, which is why its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives—focusing on youth, education, sports, culture, knowledge creation, and entrepreneurship —help create sustainable ecosystems that benefit the community and ......read more
New Vantage GT3 storms to second and third place finishes Heart of Racing records best FIA WEC finish with second place in LMGT3 D’station Racing fights back to third place with inspired drive on debut for French drivers Clément Mateu and Erwan Bastard New WEC GT class provides close racing among rival manufacturers Saturday, 2 March, 2024, Doha: The new Aston Martin Vantage GT3 took a brilliant double LMGT3 class podium on its debut in a thrilling opening round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), held for the first time at the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar, on Saturday. Racing in the new-for-2024 LMGT3 class, the US-based Heart of Racing team, and its drivers Ian James (GBR), Daniel Mancinelli (ITA) and Alex Riberas (ESP), narrowly missed out on a maiden class victory at world level, having ......read more
Team Peugeot TotalEnergies is due to start the 2024 season of the FIA World Endurance Championship on 24-25 February at the Prologue, followed on 2 March by the Qatar 1812km in Lusail, with two 2023 versions of its PEUGEOT 9X8 The Team’s second full season gets underway in what promises to be an exciting year, with a high-class field and an eighth round added to the race calendar. The target for the no. 93 car driven by Mikkel Jensen – Nico Müller – Jean- Eric Vergne and the no. 94 car driven by Paul Di Resta – Loïc Duval – Stoffel Vandoorne will be to draw on the lessons learned last season to make the most of the 2023 PEUGEOT 9X8, before it is replaced with the 2024 version at the following round in Imola (21 April). Qatar is where an exciting new season kicks off for Team Peugeot ......read more
March 27, 2024 (Doha, Qatar) – In a spirited effort to support the educational endeavors of the world's most vulnerable and marginalized youth, the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, alongside its partners, is set to host the Goals4Good tournament. This unique event will feature both football and art competitions and will involve students from 30 schools across Qatar. The tournament, part of the EAA Ramadan 2024 Campaign under the theme "Rebuild Hope for Children", kicks off on March 1 at Doha College. From 1 pm to 8 pm Doha time, the participating schools will engage in a series of football matches leading up to quarterfinals, semifinals, and a grand final. Competitors, spanning ages 10 to 18, will be divided into both boys' and girls' teams across three age categories. These teams will vie ......read more
Doha, Qatar – February 14, 2024: Promoting a healthy lifestyle and fostering community engagement, Al Meera hosted an array of sports and entertainment activities at the Expo Doha 2023, as part of National Sport Day celebrations on 13 February 2024. This vibrant atmosphere perfectly reflected the company's commitment to social responsibility and encouraging community members to prioritize their physical fitness and well-being. The festivities drew a diverse crowd, welcoming individuals, families, and general Expo visitors to participate and celebrate an active lifestyle. The fun kicked off at 8am and catered to all ages and interests as Al Meera curated a diverse array of activities, ensuring inclusivity and enjoyment for everyone. From shopping cart races, strength challenges, and basketball shoot-outs to jumping bags ......read more
12 February 2024 Doha, Qatar: Hamad International Airport (DOH) commemorates this year’s Qatar National Sports Day by hosting a variety of engaging fitness related activities across its terminal. A diverse range of interactive fitness activations are featured throughout the airport for departing and transfer passengers of all ages, including a Leopard Crawl, Tyre Challenge, Sack Race, Hula Hoop Competition, Tennis Tetherball, Paper Plane Competition, Hang & Squat Challenge, and Runway Dash. As Qatar's gateway to the world, Hamad International Airport takes pride in reflecting the country's celebrations and initiatives to the millions of passengers traversing its terminals. In line with the goals of Qatar National Sports Day, this initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of sports and fitness in ......read more
Introducing the latest Limited Edition in honor of Qatar, the TAG Heuer Carrera Qatar Limited Edition 41mm. Merging elegance and modernity, featuring a lively "Al Adam" (Maroon) dial inspired by the Qatari national flag color, with Arabic numeral applied indexes and "Qatar" in Arabic printed above 6 o'clock, this timepiece truly resonates with the local culture and tradition. The 41-mm piece is an elegant three-hand automatic watch powered by the Calibre 5 movement. It is an exclusive edition, limited to 150 pieces, only available in the Qatar market. An encounter testifying to the lasting ties between TAG Heuer and Qatar, the Limited Edition timepiece is presented in a refined steel edition with subtle fine brushed finishing on the case and bracelet, it is a contemporary and timeless interpretation of ......read more
Doha, Qatar: 13 February 2020: Qatar Finance and Business Academy and its partnership with Northumbria University celebrated National Sports Day in collaboration with College of North Atlantic Qatar (CNA-Q) with a series of sports related festivities. The event was celebrated with a day filled with various athletic programs from 8:00AM to 1:00PM, including a fun ......read more
Doha, February 12 , 2020 – Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al khaliji) P.Q.S.C., Qatar’s next generation bank, with the aim of uniting people in the community through the common interest of sport, celebrated the 9th Qatar National Sports Day by organizing a Ping-Pong event held on 10th and 11th of February at the Doha Festival City. During the event, participants were ......read more
Doha, February 11, 2020 – The power of sports which unites different cultures and promotes healthy lifestyles was on full display at the 2020 Qatar National Sport Day activities organized by Alfardan Group at the Aspire Ladies Sports Hall. Home to one of the most diverse workforces in Qatar, more than 1,500 employees of the group participated in the lively set of events ......read more
Doha, Qatar, 12 February 2020: Qatar Post organized a full day of festivities featuring sports related activities for staff and their families to mark the 9th Qatar National Sports Day at Qatar Sports Club. Activities featured a walkathon, jogging, table tennis, football, and volleyball to name a few. The day also brought to a close an inter-departmental football tournament that has been ......read more
Featuring World Wrestling Legends, The Great Khali, Kevin Nash, Mark Henry, and "Road Warrior" Animal and Superstars including Chris Masters, Matt Cross, Johnny Storm and many more 5 January 2020, Doha, Qatar – Qatar Pro Wrestling (QPW) is bringing back the second edition of the highly sought-after pro-wrestling championship, SUPERSLAM II, to be ......read more
It’s Sports Month at the One and Only Entertainment Destination Special activities and celebrations of the National Sports Day 1 February 2020, Doha, Qatar: Doha Festival City, Qatar's one and only choice for shopping and entertainment, announced a host of activities in celebration of Qatar National Sport Day this coming ......read more
More than 10,000 participants took part in the 2020 Love Tour Edition of the Happiest 5k on the Planet in Qatar Record attendance with sales closed ahead of the event and the highest number of participants packs sold in Qatar! 25 January 2020, Doha, Qatar: Doha was covered in color as The Color Run, presented by Sahtak Awalan: Your Health First took ......read more
Qatar Pro Wrestling brings some of the world’s greatest wrestling legends to Doha on 21st February 2020 at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena 30 December 2019, Doha, Qatar: Qatar Pro Wrestling (QPW) announces the second edition of SUPERSLAM to be held at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena on 21st February 2020. QPW is bringing wrestling sports fans across the Middle ......read more
Action-Packed Surroundings for the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup Doha, Qatar – 9 December, 2019: Msheireb Properties, the national real estate developer and a subsidiary of Qatar Foundation, hosted a football Fanzone in Barahat Msheireb, the heart of their iconic development, Msheireb Downtown Doha. The Fanzone had one of the largest projected ......read more
Yousef Al Ahmad art exhibition to take place in January 2020 20 November 2019, Doha, Qatar: Msheireb Museums, the four heritage houses developed by Msheireb Properties in Msheireb Downtown Doha, and Qatar Art Centre announced today a new collaboration to launch several events and exhibitions aimed at enriching the local cultural and artistic scene in ......read more
Qatar - 30 October 2019: Msheireb Properties, the national real estate developer and a subsidiary of Qatar Foundation, wrapped up last Thursday a successful participation in Cityscape Qatar 2019 as thousands of visitors flocked to the modern booth to enquire and register their interest about the company’s offerings and projects. . During the exhibition, HE the Prime ......read more
8 – 9 November 2019 at the Opera House, Katara Cultural Village The notable West End Musical by Dana Alfardan and Nadim Naaman based on Khalil Gibran’s Poetic Novel is coming to its second home Qatar 19 October 2019, Doha, Qatar: Broken Wings, a West End Musical composed by Dana Al Fardan, a notable Qatari female musician, composer, songwriter and ......read more
October 19, 2019: The University Expo Qatar is the only event of its kind in Qatar. A two-day exhibition for students aged 16+, as well as their parents; school counsellors; principals and career advisors. With inspirational talks, seminars, opportunities to discuss education and career choices with local and international universities and higher education institutions, ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - October 14, 2019: Msheireb Properties, a national real estate development company and a subsidiary of Qatar Foundation, announced yesterday its participation in Cityscape Qatar in its 8th edition, from 22 – 24 October 2019 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, booth D.25. Cityscape Qatar is the only real estate event in the state of Qatar ......read more
Ashton Eaton, Stefan Holm and Mike Powell meet and greet sports fans 08 October 2019, Doha, Qatar--- Doha Festival City, Qatar's preferred and world-class destination for entertainment, and a National Supplier of the IAAF World Athletics Championships Doha 2019, welcomed famous world athletes, last weekend, during the wrap up event of the popular Mini Athletics Championship Competitions, ......read more
Findings discussed during “Women in Cultural Leadership” forum at the Museum of Islamic Art Doha, Qatar, October 9, 2019: UCL Qatar hosted a panel discussion titled “Women in Cultural Leadership” at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) on 8 October 2019. The event brought together speakers from some of Qatar’s most iconic cultural institutions to ......read more
• Al Ahmadani: Enhancing the role of businesswomen in development • Doha Women Forum 2019 will be held on September 29th at The Westin Doha Hotel and Spa • Prominent community members to speak at the event Doha, Qatar, September 26 2019: Gender disparity is one of the biggest societal issues of our times. Women and girls represent half of the world’s ......read more
The West End Musical, by Dana Alfardan and Nadim Naaman, is a tribute to the poetic writer, Khalil Gibran 17 September 2019, Doha, Qatar: Dana Al Fardan, critically acclaimed Qatari musician, composer, songwriter and symphonic artist, and Katara Cultural Village announced today in a press conference the Qatar debut of the West End musical, Broken Wings, co-written and ......read more
Doha, Qatar - August 3rd 2019: W Doha Hotel & Residences, a luxury lifestyle hotel in Qatar, hosted an exclusive art exhibition titled 'Perfect Duet' by Qatar's talented and key artist, Ahmed Al-Jufairi alongside his mother, artist Hanady Al-Othman, at the ART29 gallery. The 'Perfect Duet' showcases the nexus of mother and son, cultures and histories, India and ......read more
The renowned composer’s Broken Wings, based on a Kahlil Gibran novel debuts in the region 24 July 2019 – Doha, Qatar: Dana Al Fardan, critically acclaimed Qatari musician, composer, songwriter and symphonic artist, co-wrote the musical, Broken Wings, based on the novel by Kahlil Gibran, with Nadim Naaman. The musical will now debut in the region as part of the 35th ......read more
DATE Tenant / Institution Event Timings Status Monday, 3rd of June – Friday, 16th August 2019 Qatar National Tourism Council Qatar Summer Festival Information Kiosk Saturday to Wednesday ......read more
26 May 2019, Doha, Qatar: The Edge Picture Company, the award-winning film production company, hosted iftar last week for its stakeholders at the St. Regis Hotel, which was attended by the company’s team members from the Doha and London offices, clients, media, and business sector representatives. During the event, The Edge team emphasised its commitment to supporting the ......read more
Doha -20 May 2019: Doha Festival City, Qatar’s unique, world-class shopping, entertainment and dining destination, was abuzz with activity, last Thursday, as thousands of excited children gathered with their families to celebrate Garangao. This local tradition brings families and children together to celebrate reaching mid-Ramadan and reward the little ones for their ......read more
Doha, Qatar, 13 May 2019: As part of the new Cultural Heritage Law project, Qatar Museums (QM)and University College London (UCL) Qatar are inviting local artists and designers to submit creative ideas that will be used to officially represent the project. Under the visionary guidance of QM Chairperson, HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, QM and UCL Qatar are working ......read more
Say Hello to Pure Protection with 100% Pampers Dryness and 0% Compromise May 07, 2019: Some parents are looking for product options with plant-based ingredients and don’t want to sacrifice performance. A tried & true and most importantly trusted brand by parents for decades, Pampers just released a new line of diapers that are crafted with Premium cotton, ......read more
JUNIVERSE™ is the world’s first city in space offering an engaging and dynamic learning experience to inspire, educate and entertain children Doha, Qatar, 30 April 2019- Msheireb Downtown Doha, the smartest and most sustainable fully-built city district in the world and Qatar’s destination for leisure, living and business, will be home of JuniverseTM, an innovative theme park ......read more
Crowned Production Company of The Year Worldwide for the 13th Year Running With offices in London and Doha, the world’s #1 film production company continues to dominate the market with record breaking global awards as it continues its international expansion 13 April 2019 - Doha, Qatar: The British award-winning film production company, which makes Doha home for ......read more
Arab Reading Challenge saw a whopping 500,000 students, 6,200 supervisors and 2,800 schools compete in Palestine. The nation-wide competition selected Omar Al Ma’aita from the top 13 contestants in 10 final spots. The winning student will represent Palestine in the semi-finals in Dubai. Qatar, April 04, 2019: Omar Salem Al Ma’aita was declared ......read more
Doha, 26 March 2019 : UCL Qatar Masters students on the Museum and Gallery Programme have partnered with Qatar Art Center to curate an exhibition exploring the process of making art. The exhibition will open on 26 March and will run until 25 April 2019. Since its creation in the 1990s by His Excellency Sheikh Hassan bin Mohammed Al-Thani, the Qatar Art Center is hosting its ......read more
Doha, Qatar, March 20, 2019: The Ritz-Carlton, Doha is pleased to announce that it will be featuring the first Unknown Concert in Qatar, which will feature a lineup of twelve to sixteen local DJs and two bands on three stages at one venue. . The event will be spread across three different stages at three unique locations on The Ritz-Carlton, Doha property on Friday March 29, ......read more
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of The State of Qatar Sports and Culture, a closing cultural discussion that showcased Qatar’s efforts in bringing communities together through sports, in parallel with the spectacular local preparations to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The close harmony between sports and culture was the most striking ......read more
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of The State of Qatar Doha, Qatar, March 3, 2019: Landed earlier this year at the Institut du monde arabe (IMA) in Paris, “The Majlis – Cultures in Dialogue”, a traveling cross-cultural exhibition organised at the initiative of the Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al-Thani Museum – that features a ......read more
Doha- February 23, 2019: Zero Latency, the pioneer and global leader in warehouse scale, free-roam, multiplayer virtual reality gaming, is opening a new venue on February 20, 2019 in Tawar Mall, Doha. With more than 350,000 visitors globally, Zero Latency is bringing the next generation of virtual reality entertainment to the Middle East, with the region’s first launching in ......read more
Doha, Qatar, 17 February 2019: Stemming from its belief that a healthy mind lies in a healthy body, as well as from its keenness on spreading the culture of sports among the various segments of society, Al Meera Consumer Goods Company celebrated Qatar’s 8th National Sport Day (NSD) by supporting various competitions and events held at the Katara Cultural Village. Al Meera’s ......read more
Doha, February 14 , 2019 – Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al khaliji) P.Q.S.C., Qatar’s next generation bank, with the aim of promoting health and wellness among the local community, celebrated the eighth Qatar National Sport Day by organizing a Ping Pong event that was held on 11th and 12th of February, at the Doha Festival City, and also launched on the same occasion an ......read more
To celebrate this special time of the year, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha is setting the stage for the ultimate romantic escape in Qatar. February 10, 2019 United Arab Emirates: Guests can impress their loved ones with the “Fall in Love Again” package, which offers a stay in one of the newly re-imagined rooms and suites, daily in room breakfast for two, romantic setup that ......read more
Under the patronage of his Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of The State of Qatar Doha, Qatar, January 21, 2019: Following its successful voyage to the Grandmaster's Palace in Valetta, Malta and to UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, “The Majlis – Cultures in Dialogue”, a traveling cross-cultural exhibition that features a collection of the Sheikh ......read more
Aiming to nurture entrepreneurial spirits among Qatari Youths Doha, Qatar, January 7, 2019: Qatar Development Bank (QDB) launched the 7th edition of Al-Fikra 2019 National Business Competition. Al-Fikra is a national business competition that aims to support entrepreneurship development in Qatar through identifying the top business ideas submitted by Qatari leaders who have the ......read more
An initiative by the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Museum to enhance the role of museums in cultural dialogue and knowledge sharing Doha, Qatar, December 26, 2018: In the midst of its educational activities at UNESCO Paris headquarters, The Majlis- Cultures In Dialogue exhibition, An initiative by the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Museum to enhance the role of museums in cultural dialogue and ......read more
Under the patronage of his Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of The State of Qatar, and Her Excellency Ms. Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO A travelling cross-cultural touring exhibition featuring a unique assembly of global artefacts Doha, Qatar, December 01, 2018: Following its highly successful showcase at the Grandmaster’s Palace in Valletta, ......read more
Under the patronage of his Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Emir of The State of Qatar, and her Excellency Mme. Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO A travelling cross-cultural exhibition featuring a unique collection of the Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al-Thani Museum Doha, Qatar, November 22, 2018: Building on the outstanding public response at the recently held ......read more
Contribution to Qatar’s Education and Research Landscape Recognised by London Panel Qatar, November 19, 2018: Students from UCL Qatar have won top awards for their submissions to the global UCL ‘ChangeMakers’ scheme. The recognition has come for projects that are improving the academic and education landscape in Qatar. The ChageMakers evaluation team in the UK ......read more
Renowned singer “Noor El-Zein” gives electrifying performance at the Orient Pearl Restaurant Doha, Qatar, 05 November 2018: AURA Hospitality & Food Services has once again rubber- stamped its position as the leading player in hospitality, entertainment sectors in Qatar by organizing two musical extravaganzas last weekend. Enjoying the ......read more
Doha, Qatar – October 17, 2018: It may not be surprising to learn that many in the Middle East are putting their newspapers down and picking their mobile phones up a lot more often; however, the social media platforms rising to prominence in the Arab Region have changed in some surprising ways. Findings come from a five-year retrospective of Northwestern University in ......read more
2017 edition of famed interiors show introduced more than 5,000 designers, architects and buyers to 250+ international suppliers Show returns to Doha Exhibition & Convention Center in under six weeks to cater to Qatar’s thriving interiors market Over 100 exhibitors now confirmed, with 5,000 visitors expected to attend Official Ventures Report values Qatar’s fit-out market ......read more
Doha, 11th September 2018: Doha Festival City celebrated fun-filled activities during the back to school season with “The Amazing World of Gumball”, which was enjoyed by hundreds of children. The exciting activation will continue until 14th September with family entertainment, including various activity zones. Children will be able to enjoy an entire range of ......read more
Doha, Qatar, 4 Sept, 2018: As a progressive leader in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and socially responsible business practices, Qatar Insurance Group, the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region QIC Group has sponsored Gyer category of Katara’s International Hunting & Falconry Exhibition S'hail 2018. Slated to start from 4th September, S'hail is ......read more
August 26, 2018: To celebrate the lifting of Saudi Arabia’s ban on women driving, Aseel Al-Hamad, the first female board member of the Saudi Arabian Motor Federation, drove Renault Sport’s 2012 Formula One car around the 2018 French Grand Prix track and became the first Saudi woman to drive a Formula One car. On this month’s episode of The Circuit, host ......read more
Doha, Qatar, August 14, 2018: Simaisma, a Murwab Resort, has launched an array of unique experiences for its guests during the Eid Al Adha festivities. For guests who are still on holiday post their long vacations abroad, Simaisma Resort is offering day passes and resort membership updated rates. These promotional initiatives would entail customers to pamper themselves in ......read more
Doha, Qatar – June, 27 2018: Barwa Bank, Qatar’s most progressive Shari’ah compliant financial service provider, announced the names of winners of its Ramadan quiz held during the Holy Month. The draw was held on June 25, 2018, at the Bank’s headquarters and 30 winners took home a cash prize of QAR 1,000 each: Sinan Kamal, Hind Al Murry, Asmaa Ahmad ......read more