As Australia’s energy sector faces intensifying pressure to slash methane emissions and harden infrastructure against evolving climate risks, Flir is arriving at Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) 2026 with a suite of “invisible” defence technologies. From March 10-12 at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, the global leader in thermal imaging will transform Booth N30 into a hub for predictive maintenance and environmental stewardship. This year’s showcase also reflects the growing demand from Australia’s mining sector, where methane reduction, equipment reliability, and remote‑area monitoring have becom
Doha – March 8, 2026: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) has announced the publication a new peer-reviewed paper which analyzes the efficacy of using virtual reality (VR) technology to enhance learning outcomes in its pre-medical curriculum. The study, titled “Immersive virtual reality for teaching hemoglobin structure in preclinical medical biochemistry education: a mixed-methods study of student self-reported perceptions,” was published in BMC Medical Education, a leading international scientific journal. The paper details the design, implementation, and educational benefits of VR-based learning activities in early medical b
The Sultanate of Oman continues to closely monitor the ongoing regional developments. The competent authorities affirm that the situation within Oman remains stable, and all airports and Omani airspace are operating normally in accordance with approved regulations and international safety standards. Limited adjustments to certain flight schedules have been made due to temporary airspace closures in parts of the region. However, air traffic to and from Oman continues to operate smoothly. National carriers are maintaining their services with minor schedule updates in line with aviation safety requirements. The Sultanate reiterates its com
9 March 2026 (Amman) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 edition of IATA Focus Africa Conference will convene under the theme ‘Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa’ in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 29-30 April 2026, hosted by Ethiopian Airlines. “Aviation has the potential to do much more to enable Africa’s economic and social development. Improving safety, harmonizing regulations, and reducing costs while increasing operational efficiency are at the top of the agenda for this edition of the IATA Focus Africa Conference. The demand to support 3-4
0 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2025 Annual Safety Report demonstrating a solid year of safety performance with the following highlights: The all-accident rate of 1.32 per million flights (one accident per 759,646 flights) was better than the 1.42 recorded in 2024 but slightly above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 1.27. There were 51 accidents in 2025 among 38.7 million flights. That is fewer than the 54 accidents among 37.9 million flights in 2024, but above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 44 accidents. There were eight fatal accidents in 2025. That is more than the seve
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New Registration Format Offers Greater Ease and Convenience Doha, Qatar, 23 December 2025: The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 has announced the opening of online registration for all exhibitors, participants, and visitors to its ninth edition, scheduled to take place from 19-22 January at the Qatar National Convention Centre. In a significant initiative to enhance the visitor experience, DIMDEX, in collaboration with the Qatar Ministry of Interior (MOI), has introduced an all-new registration and accreditation system designed to offer greater efficiency and convenience for all participants.
Doha, Qatar – 24 December 2025 – Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its UK Winter Spend Campaign, offering customers additional DAwards when using their Dukhan Bank Visa credit cards in the United Kingdom during the winter season. The campaign runs from 24 December 2025 until 31 January 2026 and is aimed at enhancing the travel and lifestyle experience of customers visiting the UK by providing added value on eligible card transactions across shopping, dining, and leisure. Throughout the campaign period, customers can earn double DAwards on eligible spends of up to QR 35,000, while any amount spent above this threshold qualifies for
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Doha, Qatar-December 23, 2025- Silver Lake Motors – a subsidiary of Al Mana Holding, marked a major milestone with the successful launch of the EXEED EXLANTIX in Qatar. The prestigious unveiling, held at EXLANTIX Showroom in West Walk, brought together VIP guests, customers, media representatives, and automotive enthusiasts for the brand’s groundbreaking new-energy models. The event introduced the Qatari market to EXLANTIX’s most advanced vehicles to date, reflecting the brand’s commitment to redefining premium mobility through innovation, craftsmanship, and forward-thinking engineering. At a time when the global automotive lan
DOHA December, 2025 – A hallmark of Qatari excellence since 2001, the multi-award winning The Ritz-Carlton, Doha was delighted to show its continued commitment to Qatar National Day 2025 on 18 December 2025. Thoughtfully crafted to honor the nation’s rich heritage and this year’s vision of strengthening solidarity, loyalty and pride in Qatar’s identity, the hotel celebrated the values of Qatari culture, namely inspiration, participation, innovation and transparency. Welcoming generations of Qataris and guests since its debut in 2001, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha has stood as a defining landmark within Qatar’s five-star ho
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The Sultanate of Oman continues to closely monitor the ongoing regional developments. The competent authorities affirm that the situation within Oman remains stable, and all airports and Omani airspace are operating normally in accordance with approved regulations and international safety standards. Limited adjustments to certain flight schedules have been made due to temporary airspace closures in parts of the region. However, air traffic to and from Oman continues to operate smoothly. National carriers are maintaining their services with minor schedule updates in line with aviation safety requirements. The Sultanate reiterates its com
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The Sultanate of Oman continues to closely monitor the ongoing regional developments. The competent authorities affirm that the situation within Oman remains stable, and all airports and Omani airspace are operating normally in accordance with approved regulations and international safety standards. Limited adjustments to certain flight schedules have been made due to temporary airspace closures in parts of the region. However, air traffic to and from Oman continues to operate smoothly. National carriers are maintaining their services with minor schedule updates in line with aviation safety requirements. The Sultanate reiterates its com
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Doha, Qatar, 11 December 2025 – Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, and Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education (PUE) today signed a collaboration agreement at Qatar Foundation Headquarters in Education City, marking a significant step toward strengthening educational access, innovation, and professional development across Qatar’s learning ecosystem. The collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both institutions to enhance the quality of education, empower educators, and expand opportunities for children and youth, particularly those enrolled in EAA Foundation’s As
Doha, Qatar – December 7, 2025 The first edition of the World Arabian Horse Championship Supreme (WAHC Supreme) concluded tonight at Old Doha Port after two unforgettable days of elite competition, breathtaking entertainment, and a full-house audience – marking a historic new chapter for the Arabian horse world. With sold-out attendance across both days, the Championship welcomed thousands of spectators from Qatar, the GCC, Europe, the Americas, and beyond, reaffirming Doha’s role as a global centre for Arabian horse excellence. A total of 65 of the world’s best purebred Arabian horses competed for the Supreme titles at o
Doha, Qatar, 7 December 2025 – The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global education and development organisation, convened a high-level panel at the Doha Forum 2025 under the theme “Education as Justice in Times of Crisis,” issuing a global call to reframe education not as a development aspiration, but as a justice imperative, one that demands accountability, equitable financing, and the elevation of local leadership in crisis-affected regions. Aligned with the Forum’s overarching theme, “Justice in Action – Beyond Promises to Progress,” the session brought together, government representatives and global ins
Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final takes place Friday, 12 December in Lusail UAE, December 8, 2025 – Championship leaders Hayden Wilde and Kate Waugh head to Qatar this week for the T100 Triathlon World Championship Final after completing their final preparations in Abu Dhabi. New Zealand’s Wilde and Great Britain’s Waugh have spent the past three weeks training in the UAE capital following the Dubai T100 in mid-November – a strategic decision that has allowed both title favourites to acclimatise to Gulf conditions ahead of Friday’s season-defining finale in Lusail. WILDE READY AFTER ABU DHABI CAMP Wilde, wh
Doha – December 8, 2025: The Division of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) recently hosted its third highly anticipated alumni-run conference on primary care. The conference is titled “Updates in Primary Care: Specialist-Led Case-Based Discussions Highlighting the Latest Evidence and Best Clinical Practice – 2025 (UPCC).” Over the course of two days, WCM-Q-trained physicians delivered in-depth lectures, specialist-led case discussions, and interactive roundtables on the latest clinical best practices in primary care to family physicians and general practitioners. This year, the conf
A new winter tradition arrives as Rosewood Doha debuts the city’s first outdoor ice rink, surrounded by thoughtfully curated festive moments DOHA, QATAR | DECEMBER 3, 2025 – Rosewood Doha ushers in the festive season with a collection of thoughtfully crafted experiences designed to inspire connection and celebration across the property. Leading this year’s highlights is a debut unlike anything seen in the city before: the Rosewood Ice Rink, Doha’s first-ever outdoor ice skating experience. Set beneath a canopy of shimmering lights and surrounded by Lusail’s striking cityscape, the Rosewood Ice Rink invites guests