Author: M Fayiz
Doha: Preparations are in full swing for the Web Summit Qatar 2026, set to take place February 1–4, 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), where thousands of founders, innovators, investors and tech professionals from across the globe will converge for one of the world’s most influential technology gatherings. The event, now in its third edition in Doha, promises to be larger, more diverse and more globally impactful than ever before. Expected to attract more than 30,000 attendees from over 120 countries, Web Summit Qatar 2026 will bring together founders, policymakers, industry leaders, media professionals and cultural voices…
Doha – The Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Holy Quran Competition, under the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, in cooperation with Qatar Charity, announced the launch of a new branch of the competition called “Rofaqa,” specifically for orphans sponsored by Qatar Charity in various countries around the world. This new branch embodies an advanced model of national partnerships between the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, represented by the competition, and Qatar Charity, one of the largest charitable and humanitarian organizations in the region and the world. Its aim is to empower orphans, open new educational and spiritual…
Doha – The state of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Municipality, participated in the 18th Global Forum on Food and Agriculture (GFFA) and Berlin Conference of Agriculture Ministers under the theme “Water. Harvests. Our Future” and the Green Week International Trade Fair, a leading global event in the food and agriculture sector, held in Berlin, Germany. The gatherings brought together agriculture ministers, heads of delegations, and representatives of international organizations from around the world. The Qatari delegation was headed by Assistant Undersecretary for Agriculture and Food Security Affairs at the Ministry of Municipality, Eng. Fahad Mohammed Al Qahtani. The…
Qatar’s Nasser Al-Attiyah clinched his sixth Dakar Rally car title in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, while Argentina’s Luciano Benavides claimed a dramatic bike victory by just two seconds. Al-Attiyah sealed overall victory after safely navigating the final stage, extending his career tally of stage wins to 50. Driving a Dacia alongside Belgian co-driver Fabian Lurquin, the 55-year-old finished ninth on the 13th and final stage in Yanbu but still ended nearly 10 minutes clear of second-placed Nani Roma of Ford. “We’ve worked very hard since last year. I might not be showing much emotion yet, but it’s there, deep down.…
Doha – Qatari shooters Rashid Saleh Al Athba and Reem Al Sharshani won the gold medal in the mixed team skeet competition on the fifth day of the Asian Shotgun Championships Doha 2026, currently being held at the Lusail Shooting Complex. The competition continues until next Wednesday, with 196 male and female shooters representing 17 countries participating. Today’s competitions were intense and exciting, featuring the qualifying rounds for the mixed team skeet event, followed by the final round. The Qatari team, comprised of shooters Rashid Saleh Al Athba and Reem Al Sharshani, secured first place and the gold medal with…
Doha – HE Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani met with the Qatari security forces participating in securing the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 in Italy, set to take place from Feb. 6 to 22. His Excellency urged the task force to make the most of its experience in securing major sporting events to carry out its duties with the highest levels of efficiency and readiness, contributing to the success of the Games and reflecting the international confidence in the Qatari security system. His Excellency also wished them…
Riyadh, January 15 – Qatar has taken part in celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States, held in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, with senior officials highlighting education as a moral and strategic priority for the region. Qatar’s delegation was led by HE Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, accompanied by HE Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, the ministry’s undersecretary and other senior officials. The event was attended by Their Excellencies education ministers from across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), as well as representatives of leading regional and…
The Arab Museum of Modern Art has announced the opening of Dirwaza, a unique event and community art project celebrating creativity, inclusion, and cultural identity. Developed in close collaboration with community partners, Dirwaza opens the door to a shared journey of artistic expression, dialogue, and connection. The initiative, named after an old Qatari word meaning “door,” symbolises an open gateway to culture and community, reflecting values of inclusivity and belonging. Dirwaza brings together participants from diverse backgrounds, celebrating differences as sources of pride and strength, while highlighting the unifying power of art, language, and culture. Over the past year, Dirwaza…
Doha – Qatari shooters won two medals on Wednesday, a gold and a silver, and set a new Asian and world record in the skeet competition for the youth category on the third day of the Asian Shotgun Championship /Doha 2026, currently being held at the Lusail Shooting Complex. The competition will continue until Jan. 21, with the participation of 196 shooters representing 17 countries. Today’s competitions were intense and exciting, featuring the qualifying rounds and the finals for the skeet competition in the individual youth and junior team categories. In the skeet competition for the junior individual category, Qatari…
Doha – In celebration of Iraqi heritage, the Cultural Village Foundation – Katara organized the Gastronomy Event in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in the State of Qatar, held at Hall 32 in Katara. This event aligns with Katara’s cultural mission aimed at broadening horizons of intercultural exchange, fostering closer ties among the diverse customs and traditions shared by the peoples of the region, and reinforcing common human values. The event featured the presentation of the traditional Iraqi dish Dolma, one of the most prominent symbols of Iraqi cuisine, alongside traditional Iraqi tea and sweets, in…
