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France visa services in Qatar now available through VFS Global

News Desk 1 08/02/2024

VFS Global is bringing France visa services closer to home for the residents of Qatar through its new France Visa Application Centre in Doha. The centre was inaugurated on 08 February 2024 by Patrick Poinsot, First counsellor at the French embassy in Qatar. France visa applicants can now visit

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Oryx Airport Hotel Honored Among Top 100 Hotels & Resorts by Luxury Lifestyle Awards

News Desk 1 22/01/2024

Oryx Airport Hotel, situated within Qatar’s award-winning Hamad International Airport (DOH), has been honored with the distinguished accolade of being selected as one of the Top 100 Hotels & Resorts of the World by Luxury Lifestyle Awards. The hotel has garnered a reputation for providing an incomparable experience of hospitality, tranquility, and rejuvenation for its

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Qatar is the new home of the Green Economy Partnership (GEP)

News Desk 1 16/01/2024

In a significant stride towards global sustainability, the Green Economy Partnership (GEP) headquarters will be domiciled in in Doha, Qatar, furthering its commitment to fostering international collaborations under the Country’s far reaching sustainability vision. Under the leadership of HE Sheikh Mansoor Jabor Al Thani, GEP aims to amplify its impact on global climate

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Hamad International Airport Welcomes DHL’s New Flight

News Desk 1 15/01/2024

In line with its ongoing expansion strategy, Hamad International Airport (DOH) welcomes the first DHL Boeing 767-300 flight, marking a significant milestone in DHL’s growth within Qatar and reinforcing the airport’s position as a regional logistics hub. The new flight, which landed at Hamad International Airport on January 12, highlights the collaborative efforts

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Football fever returns to Qatar with the AFC Asian Cup and a host of festive events

News Desk 1 08/01/2024

Following the immensely successful delivery of the FIFA World Cup 2022TM tournament in Qatar, which was voted the best this century, Qatar is gearing up to welcome the world once more with the AFC Asian Cup 2023TM from January 12 – February 10, 2024. The AFC Asian Cup 2023TM demonstrates Qatar’s ongoing sporting legacy and […]

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Panasonic Rolls Out Its Digital Service App in Qatar

News Desk 2 29/11/2023

Panasonic, the global consumer electronics leader, has announced the availability of its SMART CARE App – a digital platform for service and warranty support in Qatar, making it easier to request service and claim warranty for its customers across the country. The first brand in the region to come up with a digital warranty system, […]

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The 11th edition of Cityscape Qatar Opened Its Doors Today

News Desk 1 25/10/2023

The 11th edition of Cityscape Qatar 2023, has officially opened its doors today, inaugurated by His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Qassim Al Abdullah Al Thani, Minister of Commerce, and Industry, Qatar, His Excellency The Minister of Municipality Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Bin Turki Al Subaie and Chairman of Qatar Tourism, His Excellency Mr.

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Customers in Qatar can now shop hundreds of thousands of items on Amazon.ae

News Desk 1 23/10/2023

Amazon.ae today announced the expansion of the International Shopping experience to Qatar, allowing local customers to browse and shop hundreds of thousands of eligible products that will be shipped to them from the UAE. Making it easier than ever for customers to get the best of Amazon.ae, customers in Qatar can now choose from products across […]

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Stars of Science Opens Public Voting To Choose the Top Arab Innovator for Season 15

News Desk 1 16/10/2023

Doha, Qatar — As the 12-week journey of Stars of Science continues, the remaining three competitors – who have successfully navigated three rounds of elimination – will now advance to the final episode, where they will make their case to be Top Arab innovator for this season. One winner and one runner up will be […]

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CPChem, QatarEnergy finalize financing on Ras Laffan, Qatar, petrochemicals project

News Desk 1 10/10/2023

DOHA, Qatar — Ras Laffan Petrochemicals, a joint venture company owned 30% by Chevron Phillips Chemical and 70% by QatarEnergy, today announced that it has secured $4.4 billion to finance an integrated polymers facility to be located in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar. The project financing comprises commercial and Islamic lenders and a group of […]

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AI is Revolutionizing Animal Welfare in Season 15 of Stars Of Science

News Desk 1 09/10/2023

Doha, Qatar — After intense challenges and rigorous evaluations, five contestants on Season 15 of Stars of Science – Qatar Foundation’sArab edutainment TV show that promotes scientific innovation in the region – have proceeded towards the next stage of the competition, known as the ‘design’ stage. With two more participants eliminated in the last two […]

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Doha Film Institute invites volunteers for 11th Ajyal Film Festival

News Desk 1 09/10/2023

With preparations for the 11th Ajyal Film Festival underway, the Doha Film Institute is inviting Qatar residents to get involved and contribute to one of the region’s major cultural events from November 8-16, that brings the entire community together to celebrate the transformative power of film. A unique demonstration of the community spirit fostered by […]

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Chery Automobile Set to Dazzle at the 2023 Geneva International Motor Show in Qatar

News Desk 1 03/10/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — As the automotive world anticipates the 2023 Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) scheduled from October 5th to 14th in Doha, Chery, representing China’s independent brands, is gearing up for a remarkable debut. Chery’s presence at GIMS heralds an exciting chapter in the automotive industry, marked by significant developments in

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QF partner Texas A&M at Qatar announces record student enrollment

News Desk 1 03/10/2023

Doha, Qatar — Texas A&M at Qatar, a Qatar Foundation partner university, welcomed 162 new students in fall 2023, including 86 Qatari students. This year has the highest enrollment in the university’s history. The total number of students at Texas A&M at Qatar this fall is 844, including students from other Education City partner universities […]

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Creating a greener future for the middle east on stars of science season 15

News Desk 1 02/10/2023

Doha, Qatar — The competition has intensified as six candidates of Stars of Science Season 15 proceed to the more challenging ‘Engineering phase’, where they will refine their prototypes and overcome obstacles under the guidance of expert mentors. With weekly eliminations, the stakes are higher than ever for candidates of this season’s Stars of Science […]

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Cityscape Talks to Spotlight Qatar’s Real Estate Roadmap to 2030

News Desk 1 26/09/2023

The annual Cityscape Qatar exhibition will once again feature the ever popular Cityscape Talks, a content platform that focuses on the success of Qatar’s real estate sector. One of the key focuses of this year’s Talks will be real estate’s contribution to the Qatar National Vision Program. Visionary keynotes, insightful data-backed presentations, and impactful panel

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Qatar Gears Up to Host Ultimate Automotive Festival

News Desk 1 26/09/2023

Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS), is set to ignite the automotive passion of Qatar with the inaugural edition of GIMS Qatar, scheduled to run from October 5 – 14, 2023. Spanning over 10,000 m2 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), the exhibition will host 31 renowned automotive […]

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Qatar Airways unveils free stopover packages for Expo 2023 Doha

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2023 0

Qatar Airways, the official strategic partner of the six-month Expo 2023 Doha, has begun offering complimentary stopover packages to all international travellers for the first A1 International Horticultural Exhibition to be held in the Middle East and Africa region. A collaboration between the Bureau International Des Expositions (BIE) and the International Association for

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Parsons Wins $52M Public Works Authority Contract In Qatar

News Desk 2 08/08/2023

Doha, Qatar (Aug 8, 2023) – Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company has been selected to deliver design engineering consultancy services to Qatar’s Public Works Authority, more commonly known as Ashghal, for a new road and infrastructure framework. The $52 million, six-year contract includes conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design for roads

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Oh my! Estonian athlete sets record for world’s longest LED-lit slackline walk in Doha

Arnold Pinto 31/07/2023 0

Adhering to his motto of ‘Everything is hard before its easy’ three-time slackline world champion Jaan Roose of Estonia has set a new world record for successfully completing the world’s longest LED-lit, single-building slackline walk between the scimitar-shaped Iconic Towers in Doha, Qatar. Walking barefoot, with rolled up trousers and a Red Bull tee-shirt, Roose, […]