Author: M Fayiz
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…
Doha – The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Public Cleanliness Department, in cooperation with Qatari Diar, organized a Public Cleanliness March Wednesday in Lusail Boulevard, under the slogan “One March… A Cleaner City.” The march was held under the patronage of HE Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, and with the participation and attendance of several officials from various government and private entities. “The aim of the march was to highlight the significant efforts made by sanitation workers and to shed light on their vital role in maintaining public health and enhancing the urban landscape…
Doha: Competition continued today at the 10th Qatar International Weightlifting Cup 2025, alongside the Arab Weightlifting Championship for youth, juniors and seniors, and the West Asia Championship for the same age categories. The events are organized by the Qatar Weightlifting Federation and will run until 27 December. Results from the third day of the Arab Senior Championship saw Egyptian lifter Mohamed Metwally claim two gold medals in the 71kg category: gold in the clean and jerk with a lift of 159kg, and gold in the total with 288kg, in addition to a silver medal in the snatch with 129kg. Saudi…
Baku – The State of Qatar has taken part in an international conference in Azerbaijan focused on protecting children from harmful content in the digital environment, as concerns grow globally over online risks facing young people. The conference was held in the capital, Baku, and brought together officials, experts and policymakers from different countries. Qatar’s delegation was led by HE Sheikha Sheikha bint Jassim bin Ahmed Al-Thani, Assistant Undersecretary for Family Affairs at the Ministry of Social Development and Family. Addressing the conference, she said safeguarding children online has become a global priority amid rapid technological advances and the expansion…
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended this morning the ceremony marking the completion of the Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language. HH the Amir expressed Qatar’s pride in the completion of the Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language, noting that its rich content strengthens Arab peoples’ attachment to their identity while reflecting openness to the modern era and its tools with confidence. He said the occasion also provided an opportunity to thank all those who contributed to this historic civilisational achievement, adding that both its completion and the stages of its development represent…
