Qatar

Katara opens exhibition on collection of Iraqi artist 17 May 2016 - 12:40 am

Ahmad Al Sayed (left), Deputy Manager for Operations, Katara, Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani (centre) and other officials tour the exhibition. DOHA:...

Qatar Museums plans seven exhibitions in Qatar and China this year 17 May 2016 - 12:37 am

An ‘artist in residence’ at the Fire Station. DOHA: Qatar Museums (QM) will hold seven exhibitions in Qatar and China throughout the year....

VCUQatar students honoured with AEB awards 17 May 2016 - 12:29 am

From Left: Akel I Kahera, Dean, VCUQatar; Ibrahim Jaidah, CEO, AEB Group; and interior design junior Majdulin Nasrallah and graphic design junior Alisha...

Shisha smokers inhale 50 litres of smoke over a 45-minute session 17 May 2016 - 12:22 am

Professor Thomas Eissenberg, an expert on the harmful effects of tobacco products, speaking about health risks from smoking shisha, at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s...

Ministry signs agreement on farm research 17 May 2016 - 12:20 am

DOHA: The Ministry of Municipality and Environment and Japanese company Mitsui & Co have signed an agreement for cooperation in agriculture development. The...

Bedaya holds first rotating market for Qatari virtual firms 17 May 2016 - 12:00 am

Visitors at the first ‘Souq Maqtoura’ programme held in collaboration with Silatech, at Aspire Park. Doha: Bedaya Center for Entrepreneurship and Career Development...

Qatar Charity finishes Bangladesh projects 17 May 2016 - 12:00 am

Students attending a class in a school built by Qatar Charity in Bangladesh. DOHA: Qatar Charity (QC) has completed development projects to provide...

Models showcase creations by International designers during the ‘Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Doha’ 17 May 2016 - 12:00 am

Models showcasing the latest creations by local and International designers during the ‘Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Doha’ at the Shangri-La Hotel. Pic: Kammutty VP...

Karting rides 17 May 2016 - 12:00 am

Drivers enjoy their stint on their karting rides inside Losail Circuit Sports Club. Pic: Kammutty VP / The Peninsula

HIA sets record; Qatar Airport serves 8.8 million passengers in 2016 first quarter 16 May 2016 - 06:14 pm

Passengers at the Hamad International Airport (Photo: Kammutty) Doha: Hamad International Airport (HIA) has served a record 8.8 million passengers during the first...

Qatar gets new public park; Hotel Park near Sheraton opens 16 May 2016 - 05:18 pm

An aerial view of the Hotel Park Doha: Katara Hospitality announced today the official opening of Hotel Park, a new family-friendly park situated...

Ministry of Economy Recalls Sony Vaio laptop batteries 16 May 2016 - 03:59 pm

Doha: The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has announced the recall of Sony Vaio Laptop Batteries VGP-BPS26 due to overheat in battery models...

Katara to host Roqaa Arabic calligraphy workshop 16 May 2016 - 02:20 pm

The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) organizes A Journey to the art of Roqaa Arabic calligraphy workshop by Syrian calligrapher Nasser al-Hamwi on 26th...

Arab sensation Mohammed Assaf performs at Katara for unveiling of ‘Largest Key in the World’ 16 May 2016 - 01:55 pm

Palestinian Star Mohammed Assaf. ohoto by Abdul Basit. By Raynald C Rivera DOHA: Qatar set yet another Guinness World Record feat last night...

HBKU marks 10th anniversary of ‘LeaderShape’ 16 May 2016 - 02:28 am

Participants at the 10th anniversary of ‘LeaderShape’ programme in Education City. DOHA: Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), of Qatar Foundation, celebrated the 10th...

QRCS completes aid supply in Iraq 16 May 2016 - 02:26 am

QRCS volunteers distribute relief materials to beneficiaries. DOHA: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has completed the first phase of its emergency relief programme...

Vodafone Qatar eyes smart stadiums for 2022 16 May 2016 - 02:24 am

From Right: Mohamed Al Sadah, Chief Operating Officer, Vodafone Qatar; Gökhan Ö?üt, CEO, Vodafone Turkey; Fikret Orman, Chairman, Be?ikta? JK sports club; and...