Author: M Fayiz

Doha: Filipino music fans in Qatar have a major reason to celebrate this February. The hit pop-rock band Cup of Joe has officially announced their first-ever performance in Doha as part of their highly anticipated Stardust International Tour 2026. The concert is scheduled for February 14, 2026, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The timing is particularly special for fans, as the band’s signature “heartfelt lyrics and infectious melodies” will provide the ultimate soundtrack for Valentine’s Day. A Milestone for the ‘Joewahs’ The Baguio-based band, known for viral hits and a rapidly growing global fanbase affectionately called “Joewahs,” is…

Visit Qatar has announced the Middle East debut of FuelFest, the world-renowned automotive and entertainment festival, which will take place in Doha on Thursday, January 23, 2026, at Katara South Parking. The one-day event will be delivered in partnership with FuelFest and regional promoter Melt Live Middle East, marking the first time the festival is staged in the Middle East. Hosted by Cody Walker, FuelFest brings together high-performance car culture, global music talent, and immersive fan experiences in a unique festival format that has captivated audiences across the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The Qatar edition reflects the…

Doha – Qatar Chamber hosted a press conference at its headquarters yesterday to announce the first edition of the International Exhibition on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence technologies (ROBOTECH), which will be held from Oct. 27-29 of 2026 in Doha, with official support from Qatar Chamber. The press conference was attended by HE First Vice-Chairman of the Qatar Chamber Mohamed bin Twar Al Kuwari, Acting General Manager Ali Bu Sherbak Al Mansori, General Manager of the organising company Stallion Haitham Shehab, and the Exhibition Manager Ling Li. ROBOTECH is a specialized exhibition that aligns with Qatar’s Digital Agenda 2030, which emphasizes…

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, the 17th Qatar International Falconry and Hunting Festival (Marmi 2026) will begin on Thursday, January 1, and run until January 24 at the Marmi Sabkha in Sealine. The festival is supported by the Social and Sports Activities Support Fund (Daam). Director of Championships at the Al-Qannas Association and Head of the Marmi Festival, Mutaib Al-Qahtani, said the festival will officially open on the evening of January 1 with the Hadad Al-Tahadi (Challenge) competition. The first group will feature young peregrine falcons, where a homing pigeon is…

Doha – The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara organized a feast of reason on the role of culture and art in supporting freedom and achieving justice, in cooperation with the Al Jazeera Centre for Studies, and with the participation of a select group of intellectuals, researchers, and media professionals. The feast of reason discussed the role of culture and art as an effective force in supporting freedom and justice and in shedding light on humanitarian and social issues. Participants emphasized that art is not limited to being an aesthetic expression; rather, it represents a vital tool for free expression, preserving…

Doha – The curtain fell Friday evening on the three combined championships: the 10th Qatar International Weightlifting Cup, the Arab Championships for youth, junior, and senior categories, and the West Asian Championships for the same age groups. Organized by the Qatar Weightlifting Federation, the seven-day event featured some of the most prominent male and female weightlifters from across the Arab world and Asia. The final day witnessed fierce competition in the 110 kg and over 110 kg weight classes for men, youth, and juniors in all three championships. The competition was intense, with medals only being decided in the final…

Doha – The Public Cleanliness Department at the Ministry of Municipality organized the first National Forum on Public Cleanliness Thursday, under the slogan ‘Towards a Clean, Smart and Sustainable City,’ with broad participation from government agencies, private sector partners, universities, academic institutions, and researchers. The forum aims to highlight the role of innovation, artificial intelligence, and modern technologies in developing the public cleanliness sector and improving the efficiency and quality of services, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030, particularly its environmental and human dimensions. In his opening remarks, Director of the Public Cleanliness Department at the Ministry, Muqbil Madhour…

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE), represented by the Planning, Policies, and Innovation Department, organized a crisis management simulation exercise with the participation of approximately 140 officials and staffers at the ministry. This exercise aimed to enhance institutional preparedness and improve coordination and effective response to potential crises and risks. In a statement issued today, the ministry explained that the exercise aimed to test the efficiency of coordination and decision-making mechanisms, strengthen integration among relevant units, and raise the level of readiness to deal with emergency scenarios according to best practices. This ensures business continuity and efficient response…

Doha – The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Public Hygiene Department, announced today the launch of the “National Smart Hygiene Award,” the first of its kind this year, as part of its efforts to promote innovation and develop the public hygiene sector using modern technologies and artificial intelligence applications. The annual award aims to encourage universities, researchers, and students to develop advanced solutions to improve public hygiene services, including sweeping, cleaning, waste collection, and cleaning streets, squares, beaches, and waterfronts, while enhancing operational efficiency and achieving sustainability. In this context, Head of the Awareness and Education Section at the…

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), through its Studio5 initiative, participated, in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy to the State of Qatar and Qatar Reads, in marking Italian Republic Children’s Day through a special event titled Winter and Tech Day. The event was held at ACS International School Doha and brought together a number of guests, educators, and students in a day dedicated to promoting cultural exchange and highlighting the latest educational technologies. The event was attended by Ms. Duha Ali Al Buhendi, Director of the Digital Society and Digital Competencies Department at MCIT; Ms. Noof Abdulaziz…