Author: M Fayiz
Doha: The 35th edition of the Doha International Book Fair 2026 concluded on May 23 after ten days of remarkable public engagement, record visitor turnout, and strong book sales, further cementing Qatar’s growing influence as a regional and global cultural destination. Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the fair ran from May 14–23 and featured more than 520 publishing houses from 37 countries across 910 exhibition booths. This year’s edition carried the theme “This is Qatar,” highlighting the country’s cultural identity, intellectual heritage, and civilizational journey. Highlights from DIBF 2026 Director of DIBF, Jassim Ahmed Al Buainain, emphasized that the…
Doha: The Symposium on the History of Science in Islamic Civilization, held as part of the International Conference on Orientalism, commenced on Saturday in Doha. Organized by Ministry of Education and Higher Education and the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science in collaboration with the Islam and Muslims Initiative, the two-day event brings together leading scholars, researchers, and academics from Qatar and abroad. The opening ceremony was attended by HE Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education, alongside HE Undersecretary of the Ministry Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, senior education officials,…
Doha: Team Qatar did not simply win medals… they wrote one of the brightest chapters in Gulf sports history. At Doha 2026, Qatar was not merely hosting a sporting event but presenting the image of a nation that has transformed sport into a project of ambition, excellence, and achievement. In an evening filled with pride and celebration, H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani honoured Team Qatar athletes and national teams following the historic achievement they accomplished at the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026. H.E. Sheikh Joaan, President of the Olympic Council of Asia, President of the Qatar Olympic…
Doha: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has unveiled the State of the Environment Report of the State of Qatar 2025 during the Doha International Book Fair 2026 (DIBF), highlighting the country’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and ecological protection. The launch event was attended by Assistant Undersecretary for Nature Reserves Dr. Ibrahim Abdul Latif Al Musallamani, alongside several ministry officials, environmental specialists, and visitors to the exhibition. The report marks the second edition of one of Qatar’s flagship national environmental publications, issued periodically to monitor and evaluate the country’s environmental conditions while tracking national efforts aimed at…
Frankfurt: Visit Qatar has concluded its participation at IMEX Frankfurt 2026, one of the world’s leading trade exhibitions for the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) industry. The participation included a series of strategic meetings with prominent international event organisers and industry decision-makers, aimed at reinforcing Qatar’s position as a leading destination for global business events. During the exhibition, Visit Qatar highlighted the country’s advanced tourism and events infrastructure, including more than 41,000 hotel rooms and over 15 major event venues, most notably the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) and the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The destination also…
Doha: Indian music legend Lucky Ali is set to perform live in Doha on 29 May 2026 at the prestigious Al Mayassa Theatre, Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). Gates open at 5:00 PM, with the show beginning at 7:00 PM. Known for his soulful voice and timeless hits like O Sanam, Safarnama, and Ek Pal Ka Jeena, Lucky Ali promises an evening filled with nostalgia, emotion, and captivating live performances. His live concerts are known to be an emotional affair, a blend of soothing melodies and a wonderful atmosphere that touches hearts across generations. Fans can expect a captivating journey…
Aden: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), Qatar Charity (QC), and Sidra Medicine have concluded a specialized medical convoy for pediatric cardiac surgery and catheterization in Yemen. Over one week, the volunteering team of medical professionals have been performing medical examinations, interventions, and life-saving surgeries for many children with congenital heart defects. The mission was more than successful, with a total of 107 free medical interventions for children (86 cardiac catheterizations and 21 open-heart surgeries) performed by the visiting consultant and specialist cardiologists, who were assisted by the medical staff at the Cardiovascular and Kidney Transplant Center in Taiz. In terms…
Doha: Aligned with Visit Qatar’s ongoing campaign ‘Hala Summer’, Qatar Calendar has announced the entertainment and activation programme for the inaugural edition of Sneaker Con Doha, with Redbull as official entertainment partner and M7 as official partner, taking place from May 29 to 31, 2026 at Hall 1 of the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). Hosting “The Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth” in Doha for the first time, the three-day event will deliver an immersive celebration of sneaker culture, streetwear, music, sport and entertainment as part of Qatar Calendar’s diverse annual events calendar. Spanning more than 7,000 square metres,…
Doha: Under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) graduated 12 distinguished diplomats from the Executive Master’s Program in Diplomacy and International Cooperation. The graduation ceremony was held as part of the 10th cohort of the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) at the Sheraton Hotel in Doha. The program is the outcome of an academic partnership between MoFA’s Diplomatic Institute and the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, designed to equip Qatari diplomats with advanced expertise in diplomacy, international relations, policy-making, and global…
Doha: The Qatar Media Corporation launched the first edition of the “Media Encyclopedia” during a cultural salon held as part of the Doha International Book Fair, in the presence of media professionals, intellectuals, academics, and visitors. The initiative seeks to document media concepts, theories, personalities, and institutions within a comprehensive academic framework, while supporting Arabic-language media knowledge and keeping pace with rapid digital transformation. It also aims to enhance critical awareness and elevate media discourse across the Arab world. The launch was accompanied by a panel discussion featuring Executive Director of the encyclopedia Mohammed bin Sulaan Al Marri and Chairman…
