Author: M Fayiz

Doha: Visit Qatar announces that global music icon and multi–Grammy Award® winner Shakira will perform in Doha as part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, with a one-night-only concert taking place on November 18, 2026, at Stadium 974. Pre-registration for ticket access is now open. Fans are invited to register their interest through the official form: Shakira concert pre-registration. A QR code is also available for quick access. Stadium 974 will set the stage for this exceptional concert, which comes as part of her record-breaking global stadium tour. This tour follows the massive success of her latest album, marking…

Doha: The Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex stands as one of Qatar’s most prominent sporting venues, reflecting the country’s long-standing investment in world-class sports infrastructure and its growing role on the global sporting stage.Opened in 1992 and extensively renovated in 2008, the complex is regarded as one of the leading tennis and squash facilities in the Middle East. It features 24 hard courts, with a main stadium that can accommodate more than 7,000 spectators, making it a key destination for hosting major international competitions in tennis, squash and padel.The complex serves as the permanent home of the Qatar ExxonMobil…

Doha: Qatar’s Ministry of Sports and Youth has honored the winners of the first edition of the State Sports Day Award, recognizing government bodies, private institutions and individuals for their contributions to promoting physical activity and community sport.The award ceremony was held ahead of the State Sports Day 2026 celebrations and was attended by HE Minister of Sports and Youth Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Thani. Also attending were HE Minister of State for Interior Affairs Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal Al-Thani, and HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, Yasser bin Abdullah Al-Jamal, along with senior officials.…

Riyadh: The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Interior, is participating in the third edition of the World Defense Show, underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from February 8 to 12. The Ministry of Interior delegation is headed by Advisor at the Office of the Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Security Affairs, Maj. Gen. Dr. Ali Khajim Al Adhbi. This participation comes within the framework of keeping pace with the latest developments and enhancing cooperation and the exchange of expertise with specialized international bodies and organizations. The World Defense Show is one of the most prominent…

Doha: Msheireb Downtown Doha has wrapped up its winter season as the premier destination for residents and tourists across the GCC, recording 5 million visits since November 2025 until the first week of February. The district has emerged as a go-to winter hub, presenting a mix of art, culture, sports, family entertainment, and community experiences under the theme “In Msheireb, there is a vibe for everyone.”Residents and international visitors travelled to iconic spaces across the city, including Barahat Msheireb, Sikkat Wadi Msheireb, and Msheireb Museums to participate in the scheduled activities.This winter, Msheireb Downtown Doha became the destination of choice…

Doha: The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Artistic Gymnastics Technical Committee meeting convened Saturday in Doha, hosted by the Qatar Gymnastics Federation (QGF) until Feb 10. The meeting brought together leading gymnastics experts and development officials from around the world.The QGF’s hosting of this event reflects the growing international confidence the FIG places in Qatar, particularly following Doha’s successful hosting of the FIG Trampoline Technical Committee meeting from Dec. 4 to 9, 2025. This success underscores Qatar’s advanced standing in organizing and hosting international technical meetings.In this context, QGF President Ali Al Hitmi emphasized that hosting this meeting for the second…

Doha: David Beckham attended the Art Basel Café Presented by Visit Qatar activation at the inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar, held at M7 and the Doha Design District in Msheireb Downtown Doha, where Visit Qatar is participating as Lead Partner. During the engagement, Beckham explored the hospitality-led Visit Qatar activation, designed to connect with collectors, cultural stakeholders, media, and invited guests, while reinforcing Doha’s position as a leading global destination for culture and the arts. Reflecting the vibrancy and connectivity of Msheireb Downtown Doha, he reached the activation on a short walk from Visit Qatar’s new headquarters, experiencing firsthand…

Doha: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) hosted its annual Festival of Cultures, a vibrant celebration of the university’s rich diversity and commitment to global engagement. Organized by UDST’s Student Engagement and Alumni Affairs Directorate, the festival featured over 785 student participants representing more than 25 countries, including Qatar, Jordan, Palestine, Egypt, Morocco, Indonesia, Nigeria, Syria, Bangladesh, India, the Philippines, Tunisia, Yemen, Pakistan, Sudan, and others. The program included a flag walk and a dynamic lineup of 15 cultural performances, showcasing each country’s unique traditions. Interactive booths offered students the opportunity to share traditional attire, culinary specialties, and…

His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games Milano Cortina 2026, in its 25th edition, held at the San Siro Stadium in Milan, in the Italian Republic. The ceremony was attended by a number of Their Excellencies and Highnesses heads of state and government, senior officials, as well as presidents and representatives of Olympic committees from brotherly and friendly countries. Also in attendance were a number of Their Excellencies members of the official delegation accompanying HH The Amir. The opening ceremony featured a variety of artistic and performance shows…

Milan: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thaniآ praised the efforts made by the friendly Italian Republic to ensure the success of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games.In a post on his X official account, HH the Amir said he was pleased to attend the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan, expressing his hopes for the success of the Games and praising Italy’s efforts to ensure the success of the event.  Source: QNA