The partnership aims to boost academic outcomes and inclusion across school network Pilots in ISP LABSchools reveal English language learning progress exceeds industry benchmarks with support of EdTech tools ISP committed to investing in research-led innovation to improve teaching efficiency and learning outcomes Qatar, Doha, 17 July 2025: International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global community of over 105 schools across 25 countries, 11 of which are in Qatar and UAE, has announced a strategic partnership with FlashAcademy®, the award-winning digital platform for English as an Additional Language (EAL) learning. The partnership is part of ISP's wider commitment t ......read more

UAE, July 18, 2025 The Ministry of Finance and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) have announced an amendment to the excise tax mechanism applied to sugar sweetened beverages (SSB’s), introducing a tiered volumetric model that links the tax value on each litre of a sugar sweetened beverage to its sugar content per 100ml. The higher the sugar content per 100ml, the higher the tax per litre, marking a shift from the flat rate currently applied to these beverages. This amendment is part of the UAE’s broader efforts to promote public health, reduce the consumption of high-sugar products, and encourage manufacturers to lower sugar levels in their beverages. The announcement foll ......read more

DRESSED IN SUMMER WHITES Purpose-built for performance, the Tonda PF Sport Chronograph is powered by a high-frequency automatic movement, certified by the COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres). Operating at 36,000 vibrations per hour, it ensures exceptional precision in short time measurements — leaving no room for error. Where the Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Sandstone could be perceived as a pure technical instrument, it has a very different facet to it; that of a refined and precious timepiece adorned with 18ct rose gold and a textured rubber strap named Tufo, inspired by Mediterranean rocks that are so unique in their hue. Its presence breathes the ease of serenity, ......read more

Doha, Qatar – xx July 2025 – Dukhan Bank announced the names of the most recent round of draw winners for Thara’a, its Shariah compliant savings account, at the Bank’s headquarters. The draw was conducted under the supervision of a representative of the qualitative license and market control department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. In this month’s draw, Maryam Al-Sorore won the top prize of QAR 50,000, while the following winners each received QAR 5,000: Nasser Al-Marri, Hamdy Rayan, Mohammed Aldabbagh, Mohammed Tariq, Dana Buhaddod, Sheikha Noora Al-Thani, Aisha Al-Motawa, Ali Qassemi, Mohammed Al-Hajri, Meshaal Al-Hajri, Alhanouf Alotaibi, Muham ......read more

This accolade highlights the company’s exceptional customer journey through its QIC App Doha, Qatar - 16 July 2025: Qatar Insurance Company (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been awarded the “Customer Experience Initiative of the Year in Qatar” title at the 2025 Insurance Asia Awards. The accolade was announced during the program’s annual awards ceremony held last week in Singapore, attended by representatives from leading insurers across the continent. This prestigious recognition underscores QIC’s success in delivering a seamless and innovative customer journey through its QIC App, the company’s flagship platform. Designed to ......read more

Doha, Qatar – xx July 2025 – Dukhan Bank has announced the first five winners of its ongoing promotional campaign in collaboration with Visa, which offers customers the opportunity to win exceptional prizes, including two Land Rover Defender 110 vehicles and valuable cash rewards. Following the first draw, held under the supervision of a representative from the Department of Quality Licensing and Market Monitoring at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, each of the following winners received a cash prize of QR 20,000: Abdulla Al-Sorour, Marc El Dada, Bensy Mannil John, Mohammed Issa Khalil Shamiyeh, and Khedehl Rabin Limpalan Tan. Running until October 31, 2025, this camp ......read more

Doha, Qatar – 14 July 2025: Msheireb Properties and The Business Year have announced the return of the Qatar Investment and Innovation Conference, scheduled to take place on 3 November at Barahat Msheireb, under the theme "Driving GCC Entrepreneurial Growth." Following the success of the inaugural edition held in January this year, the second edition will focus on advancing the Gulf region's startup landscape and expanding regional collaboration. The event will bring together senior government representatives, investors, and business leaders from Qatar, and the GCC region, with an emphasis on youth participation and emerging enterprises shaping the next phase of growth ......read more

Doha – July 14, 2025: Dr. Rayaz Malik, professor of medicine and assistant dean for clinical research partnerships at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) and senior consultant physician in endocrinology and diabetes at Hamad Medical Corporation, has been ranked the number one researcher in medicine in Qatar for the third year in a row by Research.com, an independent research portal that compiles a global list of high-achieving scientists each year. The Research.com list also ranked Dr. Malik among the top 10,000 researchers in medicine in the world, placing him at number 8,350. The ranking is based on an analysis of the number of influential pieces of research authored by the ......read more

Recognition reinforces the Bank’s innovation-led approach to Shari’a-compliant digital banking. Doha, Qatar – xx July, 2025: Dukhan Bank has been named the winner of the ‘Best Digital Transformation Initiative in MENA’ at the MEED Retail, Digital & SME Banking Awards 2025. This regional honor highlights the Bank’s strategic success in delivering seamless, secure, and Shari’a-compliant digital banking experiences that meet the evolving needs of today’s customers. The award recognizes Dukhan Bank’s enhanced mobile banking experience, driven by a seamless app interface and a suite of integrated digital services. These include real- ......read more

Built to thrill, the all-new model is the fastest and most powerful Nissan Z to date Doha, Qatar (14 July, 2025) – Nissan has officially introduced the all-new Z NISMO to the Middle East, elevating its storied sports car lineage with a purpose-built model engineered for driving enthusiasts. Representing the pinnacle of the Z lineup, the Z NISMO blends technical refinement with bold design, bringing track-tuned performance to the road. The all-new Z NISMO elevates the iconic sports car's performance with additional horsepower and torque, NISMO-tuned suspension and brakes, revised aerodynamic bodywork, stiffened suspension, and wider wheels with a more aggressive tire comp ......read more

Landmark debut at London's Hurlingham Park signals Qatar's rising presence in the global polo scene. Doha, Qatar – 14 July 2025: Qatar Polo Club (QPC), the country's official club for the development and promotion of polo, proudly debuted its first national polo team at the prestigious Chestertons Polo in the Park, held at the iconic Hurlingham Park in London in June. This debut formed part of QPC's wider mission to integrate polo into Qatar's sporting and cultural fabric, and marked a competitive milestone as Team Doha opened their campaign with a decisive win against Rapid City from Switzerland—their first international match. Over three days o ......read more

Visit Qatar has released a new promotional video starring David Beckham, showcasing the country's diverse tourism attractions and offerings. The short film features a conversation between Beckham and a hotelier in Qatar, during which Beckham shares his knowledge of some of his favourite destinations across the country. These include Souq Waqif, an iconic traditional market known for its vibrant alleyways, Katara Cultural Village, a hub of heritage, art, and entertainment, and the breathtaking Inland Sea, a natural wonder where desert dunes meet the sea. Beyond the destinations featured in the film, visitors can experience Qatar's new and exceptional destinations that offer visi ......read more

New FROGMAN Diver’s Watch with ISO 200m Water Resistance Dubai, July 14, 2025 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a new MR-G timepiece, adding to the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The design of the new MRG-BF1000RG, the latest timepiece in the FROGMAN line of divers’ watches, evokes the world’s largest frog — the goliath frog. The FROGMAN shock-resistant diver’s watch is known for its asymmetric design, crafted to allow unrestricted wrist movement underwater. The MRG-BF1000R, released in 2023, brought this unique form to life with a highly water-resistant titanium case. Its meticulous constructio ......read more

Dubai, UAE (14 July, 2025) Four Seasons Hotel Doha has just been ranked #1 in the Top City Hotels in North Africa and the Middle East in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2025 — and the team couldn't be more thrilled. Each year, Travel + Leisure recognizes the top hotels, islands, cities, cruise lines, airlines, spas, and more around the globe, according to the results of the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2025 readers' survey.  Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards are an essential, trusted source for inspiration and guidance as travellers make plans to set out on trips around the globe.  This recognition is a powerful testament to ......read more