Visit Qatar returns for its second edition as the presenting partner of the Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar 2026, taking place from 28 July to 1 August in West Sussex, United Kingdom. Visit Qatar’s partnership with one of the most prestigious fixtures in the British flat racing calendar continues to build on the strong foundations laid in 2025, reflecting Qatar’s sustained commitment to international sport and its long-standing relationship with Goodwood Racecourse. In a landmark announcement for 2026, Visit Qatar has confirmed a significant increase to the prize money of the Visit Qatar Sussex Stakes, making it

Multiple Global Martial Arts Spectacles to Return to Qatar from March 2027 July 27, 2026 – Doha, Qatar: ONE Championship™ (ONE), the world’s largest martial arts organization, and Visit Qatar have announced the renewal of their landmark three-year partnership, bringing a series of ONE’s globally celebrated martial arts events back to Qatar starting March 2027. Building on the success of ONE 166 in 2024 and ONE 171 in 2025, the partnership reflects the continued impact of hosting ONE events in Qatar. Over the next three years, Visit Qatar and ONE will host multiple flagship events in Qatar featuring World Championship bou

Doha – July 28, 2026: A new study by experts from the Institute for Population Health (IPH) at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has revealed major gaps in research on falls among older adults in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Unintentional falls are a leading cause of injury and death among older adults. Despite this, the availability, scope and geographic distribution of epidemiological evidence on fall-related outcomes in the MENA region remain poorly characterized, limiting policy development and prevention efforts. Published in BMJ Global Health, the IPH study provides the first comprehensive mapping of observ

Doha, Qatar – 28 July 2026: Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Qatar, continues to offer customers the opportunity to experience the luxury, innovation and performance of Mercedes-Benz through its Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) cars, providing exceptional quality, complete peace of mind and a premium ownership experience. The Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned cars enable customers to enjoy the excellence of Mercedes-Benz ownership with the reassurance of manufacturer-backed quality. Combining luxury, performance and reliability, it offers an ideal solution for customers seeking exceptional valu

Doha, Qatar – July 2026: Dukhan Bank is pleased to announce that Manal AlHaddad has won the QAR 1,000,000 grand prize in the July draw of Thara’a, the Bank’s Shari’ah-compliant savings account. The draw was conducted under the supervision of a representative from the Qualitative License and Market Control Department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Commenting on her win, Manal AlHaddad said: “Winning the grand prize in the Thara’a Savings Account draw came as a wonderful surprise and was truly an indescribable moment. I would like to thank Dukhan Bank for this special opportunity, and I wish everyo

Oxford Business Group examines progress towards the country’s Vision 2030 goals and the priorities of NDS-3 in The Report: Qatar 2026 Doha, July 2026: Qatar’s progress in diversifying its economy under Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy (NDS-3) forms the core of The Report: Qatar 2026, the latest research publication by global advisory and research firm Oxford Business Group (OBG). The report charts the country’s shift away from hydrocarbon dependence, with non-hydrocarbon sectors now accounting for 65.5% of GDP, led by growth in construction, trade, tourism, logistics, ICT and financial s

Doha, Qatar—July 23, 2026—The Media Majlis Museum at Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q), in partnership with ACMI, Australia’s national museum of screen culture, announces their fall 2026 exhibition titled All That Is Unseen, created by internationally acclaimed London-based artist collective Marshmallow Laser Feast (MLF). MLF is an experiential artist collective rooted in telling stories that deepen our relationship with the living world. Working at the intersection of science, art and technology, they create sensory experiences that reveal the hidden systems connecting humans with the living worlds. Employing a weal

Doha – July 21, 2026: An advanced, minimally invasive, incisionless procedure for treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) was the topic for discussion at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) Grand Rounds Live Webinar Series. The procedure, called transoral endoscopic fundoplication (TIF), involves passing an endoscope and a specialized probe down the patient’s throat into the stomach in order to repair the valve between the esophagus and the stomach, thus preventing acid reflux. The procedure removes the need to make an incision in the abdomen. The webinar, titled “Endoscopic Fundoplication for GERD: Where do we

In a moment many dream of, one phone call changed everything. What began as the announcement of a QAR 1 million prize quickly became something far more meaningful; a story defined not by winning, but by giving. As part of the eighth draw of Snoonu’s “Be the Next Millionaire” campaign, a Qatari woman was announced as the winner of the grand prize. While the joy of the moment was undeniable, what followed reflected a deeper sense of purpose. The winner, identified as W.A., shared that her initial reaction went beyond happiness. She felt a profound sense that this opportunity was a blessing entrusted to her; one that coul

Summer in Qatar is increasingly defined by experiences that extend beyond indoor spaces. Across the country, a growing number of outdoor destinations have been thoughtfully designed to enhance open-air living, allowing residents and visitors to continue enjoying vibrant public spaces throughout the season. From waterfront promenades and cultural landmarks to lifestyle districts and dining destinations, these spaces combine innovative cooling solutions with dynamic environments, making it possible to gather, stroll and dine outdoors year-round. Gewan Island Located off the coast of The Pearl Island, Gewan Island offers a contemporary wat

Doha, Qatar – xx July, 2026: Ahli Bank Q.P.S.C. (The “Bank”) announced its financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2026, reporting a net profit of QAR 407 million compared to QAR 402 million for the corresponding period in 2025, representing an increase of 1.2%. Commenting on the results, Mr. Hassan Ahmed AlEfrangi, Ahlibank’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “The Bank delivered a steady performance during the first half of 2026, reflecting disciplined execution of our strategy, and continued focus on serving our customers. Despite the evolving operating environment, we continued to strengthen our business

The MENA region’s first ecosystem offering both insurance and everyday lifestyle services Doha, Qatar – 23 July 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been awarded the “Digital Insurance Initiative of the Year in Qatar” title at the Insurance Asia Awards 2026. This accolade recognizes QIC’s success in expanding its digital ecosystem, which stands as the MENA region’s first ecosystem to offer both insurance products and everyday lifestyle services through a single interface. This year, QIC significantly scaled its ecosystem to cover a wider range of daily needs, inc