Author: M Fayiz
Doha: Visit Qatar has announced that Hans Zimmer, the Academy Award® and Grammy® Award-winning composer, will perform live in Doha on November 06, 2026, at the Stadium 974 Precinct. The concert will offer music enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience his timeless musical works. Hans Zimmer presents a breathtaking new live show together with his 19-piece band. He sets new standards with electronic sound elements, an impressive lighting design, and a new, unique stage – spectacularly continuing the success story of his previous live productions Globally recognised for the music behind some of cinema’s most iconic productions, Zimmer is best…
Doha: H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, met today with Mr. Ingmar De Vos, President of the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI), who is currently visiting Doha. During the meeting, both sides reviewed areas of mutual cooperation and discussed ways to further develop equestrian sport, particularly with regard to organizing international championships and exchanging expertise in technical and organizational aspects. The two sides also exchanged views on supporting the presence of equestrian sport at the continental and international levels, with a focus on enhancing the standard…
Doha: Competition continued for a second consecutive day at the HH the Amir’s Sword Showjumping event at the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab in Doha, with riders contesting classes across multiple categories. Britain’s Harry Charles won the Hermes Sellier qualifier for the Grand Prix at a height of 155cm, producing a jump-off round in 37.74 seconds aboard Cascais. Italy’s Emanuele Gaudiano finished a close second in 37.77 seconds on Esteban, while Belgium’s Pieter Devos placed third with a time of 37.04 seconds on Primo. In the three-star 130cm World Cup qualifier, Egypt’s Ismail Osama El Barai topped the standings in…
Doha: The 14th edition of the Qatar Halal Festival 2026 continued at the Cultural Village Foundation “Katara”, attracting livestock breeders, owners, and enthusiasts from Qatar and the region.The festival, running until February 16, showcased high-quality local breeding and competitive spirit across Arabian sheep and Awaridh categories.In the Arabian sheep category, Rashid Hassan Al Eyadi Al Hajri claimed first place in the Production Round for the five best yearlings, followed by Hamad Bakhit Hamad Al Tuwaijir in second, Abdullah Saleh Al Kubaisi third, Thallab Jlaimeed Thallab Al Hajri fourth, and Abdullah Mubarak Al Manaai fifth. Other rounds saw recurring top competitors,…
Doha: Qatari inventors participating in the 16th International Invention Exhibition in the Middle East, held in Kuwait over four days, won six medals (three gold and three silver), amidst competition from more than 200 inventions from around the world. The innovators’ participation was supported by the Ministry of Sports and Youth, represented by the Qatar Science Club, showcasing the best Qatari innovations developed recently. The gold medalists were: Shahd Ahmed Al Sulaiti for her invention of a smart helmet, a result of fruitful cooperation between the Qatar Science Club and the Public Works Authority through the Future Engineer program; Hessa…
Doha: Al Adeed team claimed the title of the 15th edition of the Al Galayel Traditional Hunting Championship 2026, held at Al Eraiq Reserve, supported by the Social and Sports Activities Support Fund (Daam) and under the umbrella of Katara, the Cultural Village Foundation. The winners of the top three positions were awarded by Director General of Katara Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, Executive Director of Daam Abdulrahman bin Abdul Latif Al Manaai, and Chairman of the Organizing Committee Khalid bin Mohammed Mubarak Al Ali Al Maadheed. Al Adeed team received the championship flag in a highly enthusiastic atmosphere. The…
Doha: The accompanying events of the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival 2026 have drawn to a close in Doha, following several days of artistic, cultural and commercial activities celebrating the heritage of the Arabian horse.Held along the Katara Corniche, the festival’s public events transformed the waterfront into a vibrant showcase of creativity inspired by the elegance and legacy of the purebred Arabian horse.Visual artists taking part in mural painting and live saddle-painting sessions completed their works on the final day, turning open spaces into large-scale canvases.Visitors gathered to watch the artworks take shape in real time, in what organizers described…
Doha: CEO of Hassad Food Eng. Ali Hilal Al Kuwari emphasized that organizing the 13th Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition “AgriteQ 2026” reflects the state’s keenness to support sectors related to food security, stimulate investment, exchange experiences, and review practical solutions that enhance the State of Qatar’s ability to build a more efficient and sustainable food system. In his remarks on the sidelines of his participation in the exhibition, Al Kuwari pointed out that “AgriteQ 2026” represents a significant platform that brings together government agencies, the private sector, and investors to support the development of supply chains, raise production efficiency, and…
Doha: With the Attendance of HE Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad bin Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the second edition of the “Ministry of Culture Forum” commenced today under the theme “Legacy… Influence… and Impact.” The forum served as both a celebratory and interactive platform, bringing together the Ministry’s leadership and employees to reaffirm the values of teamwork in pursuit of a sustainable national cultural mission, and to outline the next phase of cultural development in the country. The event opened with a vibrant heritage segment, where students from Al Nahda Primary School for Girls delivered an exquisite performance…
Doha: Qatar University (QU), represented by its Agricultural Research Station (ARS) and Center for Sustainable Development (CSD), is participating in the 13th edition of the Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ 2026), taking place from 12-16 February 2026 at Katara Cultural Village. The Center for Sustainable Development, under the College of Arts and Sciences, will showcase research that supports sustainable agriculture and food security. A key highlight is its algae applications program, which converts locally sourced algae into high-protein feed for fish and livestock, reducing reliance on imports. The program also explores algae as bio-fertilizer and as a source for human…
