Author: M Fayiz

Doha: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) unveiled the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026 Show Car, in line with early bird ticket offers, showcasing its striking new livery. The 2026 Car reflects Formula 1®’s new era of racing, ahead of ticket sales opening for the milestone fifth year of Formula 1® at LIC. The FIA Formula One World Championship will enter a new era in 2026 with a comprehensive overhaul of its technical regulations. The next-generation cars have been designed to be shorter, lighter, and more agile, improving racing quality and sustainability. Central to the new rules are advanced…

Doha: Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities launched a forum on innovation, sustainability and achieving social impact, held over two days in partnership with the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, with the participation of a select group of experts, academics and specialists. The forum aims to develop the charitable work system, promote institutional innovation, consolidate the concepts of financial sustainability, and build the capacities of non-profit organizations to measure and achieve societal impact in a sustainable manner. Director of the Licensing and Support Department at RACA Rashid Mohammed Al Nuaimi emphasized that the forum comes as part of the Tamkeen 2026…

Doha: The 18th Qatar Robotics & AI Competition kicked off Sunday in Doha. The contest is organized by the Ministry of Sports and Youth, represented by the Qatar Scientific Club (QSC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), buoyed by support from the Social & Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM). Held at Lusail Multipurpose Hall, the two-day competition attracts participants from schools and universities, as well as members of youth centers, alongside those interested in cutting-edge technologies from across the nation. The opening ceremony was attended by HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Yasir…

Doha: Record international participation and strong engagement from global startups at Web Summit Qatar 2026 has reinforced Qatar’s position as a leading regional and international hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. Held in Doha from 1 to 4 February, the third edition of the summit further highlighted Qatar’s growing role in building an open and attractive business environment for talent and investment, while strengthening links between regional and global markets. This participation also reflects the high level of confidence in the country’s enabling investment environment for startups and entrepreneurs, which provides opportunities for growth and expansion at local, regional, and international…

Doha: Visit Qatar announces the return of The Throwback Food Festival for its third edition, taking place from 16 February until the end of Ramadan at Old Doha Port. The festival revisits the culinary themes of the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, with 30 participating vendors and restaurants, including three vendors from the Middle East, presenting menus inspired by past decades. In addition to food offerings, the festival features period-inspired décor, ambiance and programming, positioning it as a family-oriented destination throughout Ramadan. Source: Visit Qatar

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani patronized the 19th Qatar Education Excellence Award ceremony held today morning at the Sheraton Doha Hotel. The ceremony was attended by HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al-Ghanim, and Their Excellencies sheikhs, ministers and senior state officials, as well as teachers and parents of the awardees. HH The Amir honored the 108 winners who included holders of doctoral and Master’s degrees, university and secondary school graduates, and outstanding students at the…

Doha: HE Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater has affirmed that the Qatar Education Excellence Award 2026 (QEEA 2026) carries special significance, with the number of winners from both genders reaching 108- the most significant figure since the award’s inception in 2006. HE the Minister noted that the value of the financial accolades has been increased, alongside preparations to further advance the award in the future by introducing new categories, including Educational Leader, Diploma, and Educational Research, in a move aimed at strengthening the education ecosystem, institutional readiness, capacity building, and knowledge sustainability. Addressing the…

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met today with winners of the 19th Qatar Education Excellence Award 2026. The meeting took place on the sidelines of a ceremony held at the Sheraton Grand Doha Hotel in the capital, Doha. At the start of the meeting, HH The Amir expressed his appreciation for what he described as outstanding group of national talents, praising their achievements as a reflection of dedication and ambition. His Highness reaffirmed that investment in education and scientific research remains a strategic choice for the state in strengthening a knowledge-based economy. HH The…

Doha: The competitions for HH the Amir Sword for Endurance and HH the Amir Sword for Horseback Archery concluded Saturday at the Marathon Village in Sealine.The MRM Stables was crowned with the Golden Sword for Endurance, while the rider Abdulaziz Ali Al Qahtani was crowned with the Golden Sword for Horseback Archery.HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, Eng. Yasser bin Abdullah Al Jamal, crowned the winners with HE President of the Qatar Endurance Club, Sheikh Mohammed bin Nawaf Al-Thani, in attendance, amid broad participation and strong competition.The first and second ranks were won by MRM Stables amid…

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani graciously patronized the closing ceremony of HH The Amir Sword Equestrian Festival on the Al Rayyan turf track at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club today. Attending the closing ceremony were HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al Thani, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Thani, and HE Sheikh Jassim bin Khalifa Al Thani. Also present were Their Excellencies Sheikhs and ministers, alongside horse owners and an audience of equestrian enthusiasts. HH The Amir crowned the winners of His Highness’s sword and trophies and handed over the golden sword to…