Author: M Fayiz

Doha: His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani received today evening well-wishers on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, at Lusail Palace. HH The Amir received HE Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah Al-Ghanim, Their Excellencies the Sheikhs, Ministers, Undersecretaries, and Members of the Shura Council, alongside citizens. HH The Amir exchanged greetings and felicitations with the well-wishers on this blessed occasion, praying to Allah the Almighty to make it a month of goodness and blessings for the State of Qatar and its people. The reception was attended by HH Personal Representative of…

Madrid: The exhibition of winning artworks from the Qatar International Arabic Calligraphy Competition, Al Raqim, organized by the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, attracted a diverse international audience at the Córdoba Conference Palace, reflecting the growing presence of Arabic calligraphy in the European cultural scene. The display features 15 pieces representing the top three winners of the competition’s first edition, spanning five distinct Arabic calligraphy styles. The works showcase the richness of different schools and techniques, demonstrating both the authenticity of this historic art and its capacity for contemporary creative expression within a unified aesthetic vision. Saleh bin…

Doha: The 11th Annual Interprofessional Education (IPE) Student Association Forum at Qatar University (QU) marked a significant milestone in the ongoing development of collaborative health profession education. The forum brought together students, health professionals, educators, and leaders in the field to discuss key issues in patient care, with the overarching theme, “Seeing the Person Beyond the Diagnosis.” The forum, led by the IPE Student Association, showcased the vital role of interprofessional collaboration in addressing the complex challenges faced in modern healthcare. It emphasized that effective care requires not just understanding a disease but understanding the individual — their values, context,…

Doha: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE), in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) and the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CSGDB), on Wednesday launched the National Scholarship Initiative to sponsor Qatari students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Engineering. The initiative comes as part of the State’s efforts to qualify specialized national cadres that support scientific advancement and radiation security, in line with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. Speakers at a press conference held by the Ministry affirmed that the initiative is based on a successful scholarship model that links…

Doha: Web Summit Qatar 2026, which concluded on 4 February, records notable participation from Qatari startups across the summit’s various tracks, highlighting the development of the national entrepreneurship ecosystem and its growing capacity to deliver innovative solutions across key sectors. The number of participating Qatari startups accelerated over the past three Web Summit Qatar editions. In 2024, nearly 100 Qatari startups participated, surging by more than 90 percent in 2025 to exceed 190 companies. This upward trajectory continues in this year’s edition, with 247 Qatari startups, a 30% increase compared to last year, and more than double the number recorded…

Doha: From 18–21 February 2026, the spotlight of international equestrian sport will once again turn to Doha as the prestigious CHI Al Shaqab Presented by Longines returns to the iconic Longines Arena at Al Shaqab for its 13th edition. One of only a handful of CHI events worldwide, and the only one of its kind in the Middle East and Asia, the championship embodies the true spirit of Concours Hippique International: a premium multi-discipline format uniting show jumping, dressage and para dressage in a single, world-class showcase. A Global Stage The 2026 programme promises both scale and sporting excellence, backed…

Doha: The Ministry of Youth and Sports has organized an interactive meeting entitled “Our Youth Forum,” bringing together young people who represented the State of Qatar at international events during the past year. This forum was organized as part of the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening direct communication with young people and sharing their diverse experiences gained through their international participation. In his address at the event, Ahmed Mohammed Al Harami, Assistant Undersecretary for Youth Affairs at the Ministry of Youth and Sports, expressed his delight at meeting a select group of young Qataris who shouldered the responsibility of representing their…

Doha: Building on a strong and growing partnership, Qatar University (QU), in collaboration with Qatar Shell, announced the launch of the third cohort of the “Shell Intilaaqah – Qatar” program. The program is one of the country’s leading initiatives dedicated to nurturing entrepreneurial mindsets and empowering university students to shape their future with confidence and purpose. The third edition brings together 210 students representing colleges and disciplines across QU, marking the program’s largest cohort since its launch. This milestone reflects the growing interest in entrepreneurship among young people and the program’s reputation as a meaningful, hands-on learning journey. The current…

Doha: Qatar University (QU) honored its female student athletes in recognition of their outstanding achievements at the Second Gulf University Sports Championship for Female Students 2026, during a ceremony held at the Student Affairs Building and attended by Dr. Mohamed Diab, Vice President for Student Affairs, along with University leadership and staff. The recognition followed QU’s remarkable performance at the championship, held from February 6 to 11, 2026, where its student athletes secured multiple gold, silver, and bronze medals in both team and individual competitions, leading the overall standings of the tournament. Key results included: Commenting on the results, Ms.…

Doha: The 18th Qatar Robotics & AI Competition 2026 concluded at Lusail Hall in Doha on Tuesday. The three-day tournament was organized by the Ministry of Sports and Youth (MSY), represented by the Qatar Scientific Club (QSC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE), and was supported by the Social & Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM). Participating in this event were over 2,500 students of both genders from 250 schools, who showcased overwhelming contests across various robotics competitions. Young students from schools and universities demonstrated a combination of science, robotics technology, and assiduous training, filled with challenge…