With the official launch of the platform developed by the International Padel Federation (FIP), the FIP Foundation Course – Level 0 of the FIP Coaching Programme – is now available online, marking a key milestone in the development of a high‑level global education pathway for padel coaches. The journey towards modern and accessible training in the world of Padel has taken its first significant step. Following the initial announcement, the FIP Academy official platform is now live https://fip-academy.com/ FIP Academy reflects FIP’s commitment to establishing a unified global standard of preparation, enabling coaches a
Q1 2026 highlights QIC delivered stable financial results despite a turbulent first quarter marked by geopolitical tensions and the conflict in the Middle East. Gross Written Premiums (GWP) totalled QAR 3.2 billion, up by 13% year-on-year. QIC reports an Insurance Service Result of QAR 130 million, a significant increase of 70% year-on-year. Net profit reached QAR 217 million, up by 6% year-on-year. Investment Income amounted to QAR 238 million, a 10% year-on-year increase. Doha, 03 May 2026 – Qatar Insurance (QIC) the leading insurer in Qatar and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, today reported a Net Profit o
Building on strong regional momentum, with GCC visitors contributing significantly to the festival’s growing success and appeal Qatar Calendar has announced the return of the Qatar Toy Festival (QTF) in 2026 under the slogan ‘More to Imagine, A Whole World of Fun’. The festival will take place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) from 1 to 31 July, spanning more than 22,000 sqm across four halls. This year’s edition marks the largest and most immersive iteration of the festival to date. As part of Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ campaign, QTF 2026 evolves into a fully integrated entertainment exper
Doha-Qatar 28 April 2026, — International Schools Partnership (ISP) Middle East has announced it will award 100 scholarships of up to 100% on annual tuition fees for the 2026 to 2027 academic year, across 10 ISP schools in the UAE and Qatar. The programme will support both existing and new secondary students from Year 7 to Year 12, recognising achievement and potential across the ISP Middle East community. The scholarship programme recognises student achievement and potential, supporting access to high-quality international education for families across the UAE and Qatar. Kam Bhamra, Regional Managing Director, ISP Middle East, sa
Designed for both new audio setups and seamless upgrades, Sony’s expanded home audio lineup brings deeper immersion and more powerful performance. (Doha – Qatar, April 28, 2026) – Sony, represented in Qatar by Modern Home, and under its “Cinema is Coming Home” vision, launched new BRAVIA Theatre TV and the BRAVIA 3 II TV, offering more ways than ever to create a powerful cinema experience at home. The new BRAVIA Theatre lineup includes BRAVIA Theatre Bar 7 and BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5, as well as the optional speakers such as BRAVIA Theatre Sub 9, BRAVIA Theatre Sub 8, and BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9. These new products are designed
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Doha, Qatar – January 2026 – Dukhan Bank has announced its diamond sponsorship of Web Summit Qatar, one of the world’s leading technology and innovation platforms, to be held from 1 to 4 February 2026. The diamond sponsorship reflects Dukhan Bank’s long-term strategic commitment to innovation, digital advancement, and the evolution of Shari’a-compliant banking. Web Summit Qatar convenes global technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers, serving as a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration on the technologies shaping tomorrow’s economies. Dukhan Bank’s participation reinforces the
Doha, Qatar – January 28, 2026: Place Vendôme, Qatar’s premier luxury shopping, lifestyle, and entertainment destination, has become the beating heart of fan excitement as it exclusively hosts the Match for Hope Fan Festival, bringing together community, sport and purpose in support of the global Match for Hope initiative. Running till January 31st, on the second floor at Gate 1, the exclusive Match for Hope Fan Festival invites families, fans and visitors of all ages to experience an immerse destination dedicated to unity, engagement and charitable impact. Organised by Q Life, the cultural initiative under Qatar’s Internationa
An iconic oasis with picturesque corniche views – prime location – global culinary experience and the finest Swiss Hospitality. Welcome to Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha, the flagship of our iconic Swiss brand in Qatar. Located in the commercial centre of West Bay, the hotel’s glittering glass towers soar above the palm-fringed Doha Corniche, a waterfront promenade famed throughout the region for its vibrant restaurants and cultural venues. The best spot in the city for an invigorating early-morning run or a hand-in-hand afternoon stroll, it is loved by locals and visitors alike for its mesmerising Gulf and skyline views. Fea
This Ramadan, Shanghai Me Doha invites guests to gather and break their fast with a refined Iftar menu that brings together tradition, flavour and contemporary Pan-Asian cuisine. Available daily from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, the experience is designed for unhurried evenings of sharing and connection, set within the restaurant’s elegant Doha setting. The Iftar set menu offers a balanced journey through one salad, one starter, one main with a side dish, and a dessert. The experience begins with a choice of fresh and vibrant salads, including aubergine with tomato and spring onion, a green salad finished with yuzu truffle dressing, or avocado
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Building on strong regional momentum, with GCC visitors contributing significantly to the festival’s growing success and appeal Qatar Calendar has announced the return of the Qatar Toy Festival (QTF) in 2026 under the slogan ‘More to Imagine, A Whole World of Fun’. The festival will take place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) from 1 to 31 July, spanning more than 22,000 sqm across four halls. This year’s edition marks the largest and most immersive iteration of the festival to date. As part of Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ campaign, QTF 2026 evolves into a fully integrated entertainment exper
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Building on strong regional momentum, with GCC visitors contributing significantly to the festival’s growing success and appeal Qatar Calendar has announced the return of the Qatar Toy Festival (QTF) in 2026 under the slogan ‘More to Imagine, A Whole World of Fun’. The festival will take place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC) from 1 to 31 July, spanning more than 22,000 sqm across four halls. This year’s edition marks the largest and most immersive iteration of the festival to date. As part of Visit Qatar’s ‘Hala Summer’ campaign, QTF 2026 evolves into a fully integrated entertainment exper
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Doha-Qatar 28 April 2026, — International Schools Partnership (ISP) Middle East has announced it will award 100 scholarships of up to 100% on annual tuition fees for the 2026 to 2027 academic year, across 10 ISP schools in the UAE and Qatar. The programme will support both existing and new secondary students from Year 7 to Year 12, recognising achievement and potential across the ISP Middle East community. The scholarship programme recognises student achievement and potential, supporting access to high-quality international education for families across the UAE and Qatar. Kam Bhamra, Regional Managing Director, ISP Middle East, sa
Designed for both new audio setups and seamless upgrades, Sony’s expanded home audio lineup brings deeper immersion and more powerful performance. (Doha – Qatar, April 28, 2026) – Sony, represented in Qatar by Modern Home, and under its “Cinema is Coming Home” vision, launched new BRAVIA Theatre TV and the BRAVIA 3 II TV, offering more ways than ever to create a powerful cinema experience at home. The new BRAVIA Theatre lineup includes BRAVIA Theatre Bar 7 and BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5, as well as the optional speakers such as BRAVIA Theatre Sub 9, BRAVIA Theatre Sub 8, and BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9. These new products are designed
Doha, Qatar, 29 April 2026: Msheireb Properties has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MEEZA to introduce an AI Digital Companion across Msheireb Downtown Doha, marking a first-of-its-kind milestone for the city and a significant advancement in its smart city capabilities. The signing ceremony was held at Msheireb Enrichment Center on 29 April 2026, and was attended by Msheireb Properties’ CEO Eng. Ali Al Kuwari and MEEZA CEO Mr. Mohamed Al-Ghaithani in the presence of a leadership delegation from both organisations.The AI Digital Companion’s pilot phase will commence on 30 April 2026, with full interactive capabiliti
Doha, Qatar – April 29, 2026: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) is preparing to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2026, a cohort of 106 students distinguished by their academic rigor, global perspective, and significant professional preparation. Representing 33 nationalities and speaking 32 unique languages, the Class of 2026 reflects the diverse, multicultural environment that defines the CMU-Q experience within Education City. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundation partner university. Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, noted that this is an exceptional cohort of students: “When I reflect on the accomplishments of the Class of 2
Visit Qatar has announced the launch of its annual summer campaign under the slogan ‘Hala Summer’, inviting families and visitors from GCC countries to experience a summer programme of events and entertainment across the State of Qatar. With close proximity and seamless connectivity by air and land, Qatar offers a convenient and easily accessible summer destination for GCC travellers. The campaign reflects Visit Qatar’s commitment to delivering a fully integrated tourism experience, combining hospitality, entertainment and family-oriented offerings within a culturally familiar environment. Running from May to the end of Sept
Building on growing regional appeal, with GCC athletes representing around 10% of competitors in the first edition Visit Qatar, in partnership with Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla), has announced the return of the Samla International Race, set to take place on January 23, 2027. The upcoming edition will once again welcome male and female participants from the regional and around the world to compete in one of Qatar’s most demanding endurance races. Since its launch in 2017, the Samla Race has grown into a flagship sporting event in Qatar, attracting elite athletes and endurance enthusiasts alike. In the previous edition, particip
Doha, Qatar – 28 April 2026: Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine hosted the second session of the 2026 Science Café series on Monday, which convened leading experts who discussed neurodevelopmental conditions from the perspective of science, technology, ability and achievement under the theme “Different Abilities, Shared Futures: Disability and Success.” Focusing on inclusive environments for children and adolescents, the session underscored the value of recognising individual capabilities and creating pathways for long-term achievement including the importance of family engagement, peer networks, and societal awareness. The
Dukhan Bank reports a net profit of QAR 429.5 million for the three-month period ended 31 March 2026
Total assets increased to the highest levels at QAR 126.5 billion, up by 2.2% from December 2025 Bank achieved a robust CAR of 19.1%, well above the minimum statutory limits Total deposit base remained at historic levels, underscoring customers’ confidence and the strength of the Bank’s value chain Lusail, Qatar – 26 April 2026: Dukhan Bank (“the Bank” or “the Group” when referred to along with its subsidiaries; QSE Ticker: DUBK) announced its financial results for the three-month period ended 31 March 2026, reporting net profit of QAR 429.5 million. Key Performance Highlights
The Brussels crowd, which filled the Gare Maritime – Tour & Taxis from the very first day of the week, enjoyed once again the high-level spectacle that padel consistently delivers. The closing Sunday of the Premier Padel P2 in the Belgian capital crowned Juan Lebron and Leo Augsburger for the first time in the men’s draw and marked a third consecutive title for Paula Josemaria and Bea Gonzalez in the women’s draw. MEN To claim the title, Lebron and Augsburger knew they had to defeat the best pairs. They delivered: after their semi-final win over Fede Chingotto and Ale Galan, they secured victory in the final against Arturo Coel
Doha-Qatar, April 27, 2026 – Even in the best of times, we’re wise to watch the ways we use fuel. But now, perhaps even more so, fuel efficiency is a particularly hot topic. For owners of the rugged Ford Ranger and versatile Ford Everest across the Middle East and North Africa, optimizing fuel consumption means more adventures, greater savings, and enhanced capability, whether navigating city streets or conquering desert dunes. Here are some practical things to consider, based on Ford’s engineering insights and expert experience, to get more out of every Liter. How does the way I drive affect fuel consumption? Aggressive acce
In Cancun, the tournament where they reached their first final as a pair, Juan Lebron and Leo Augsburger played for the title after defeating Sanyo Gutierrez and Gonza Alfonso. The final of the Lotto Brussels Premier Padel P2, however, carries a special significance, as it comes against the pair (Chingotto/Galan) that has won the most tournaments in 2026, one of the two pairs that have dominated the circuit since 2024, and against a player – Ale Galan – with whom ‘el Lobo’ has written part of padel history. A double 6-4 victory in one hour and 18 minutes sends Lebron and Augsburger into the final against Arturo Coello and Agustin Tapi
Doha, Qatar, 26 April 2026- An exceptional group of women from across the globe has been announced for the 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup, one of the most anticipated highlights of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, presented by Visit Qatar at Goodwood Racecourse in West Sussex, United Kingdom. This year’s charity race will raise funds for the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global education foundation dedicated to expanding access to quality education and opportunities for vulnerable children and youth. Taking place on Ladies’ Day, Thursday 30 July 2026, the Markel Magnolia Cup will see 12 amateur riders charge down Goodwood&rs
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Doha, Qatar, January 18, 2026 – Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co., the authorized distributor of INFINITI in Qatar, has been named the FY24 winner of the INFINITI Global Award (IGA), a distinguished international recognition celebrating exceptional partner performance across the INFINITI global network. The achievement was officially celebrated during a handover ceremony held at the INFINITI showroom at The Pearl, hosted by Hisham Saleh Al Mana, Chairman and Managing Director of Saleh Al Hamad Al Mana Co. INFINITI Middle East was represented by Albert Khreiche, Managing Director; Fayiz Al Alim, General Manager – Sales, Aftersales & DND; and Karim
Doha, Qatar – 18 January 2026: In the final draw for the Thara’a Savings Account for 2025, Dukhan Bank is pleased to announce Ms. Sharifa Mohamed Al-Romaihi as the winner of the QAR 1 million Thara’a grand prize. The winner was selected through an electronic draw, conducted under the supervision and in the presence of a representative from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s Qualitative License and Market Control Department. The Thara’a savings campaign, which had a total prize pool of QR 5,025,000 and 327 winners throughout the year, including the 3 grand prizes of QAR 1,000,000 each, drawn every four months, m
The Middle East reinforces its deep connection with the performance brand through the launch of the all-new Patrol NISMO and Z NISMO Doha, Qatar (18 January 2026) – Nissan is celebrating more than four decades of Nissan Motorsports International Co., Ltd. (NISMO). Since its founding in 1984, NISMO has served as the brand’s dedicated motorsports and performance arm, bridging the gap between factory racing dominance and high-performance road vehicles. This legacy continues to expand today, with a specific focus on the Middle East following the regional launch of the all-new Patrol NISMO and Z NISMO in less than a year ago. In Septembe
Doha, Qatar – 18 January 2026: Msheireb Properties announces the relocation of Qatar Tourism headquarters to Msheireb Downtown Doha. This move enhances Msheireb Downtown Doha’s position as Qatar’s premier destination for leading government institutions and major organisations. The relocation provides Qatar Tourism—including its marketing arm Visit Qatar—with state-of-the-art facilities within Msheireb Downtown Doha’s sustainable urban environment. The city offers a strategic hub through smart city infrastructure and proximity to key cultural, business, and transport centres. Msheireb Downtown Doha’s Gold and
Doha, Qatar – 17 January 2026: Dukhan Bank has announced the launch of its Home Finance campaign, offering customers the best profit rate as part of its continued commitment to making home ownership more accessible through Shari’ah-compliant solutions. The campaign is available for a limited time until 4 February 2026 and features a market-leading profit rate of 3.49% per annum. It also offers a grace period of up to 12 months, an easy application process, quick approval, and comprehensive insurance coverage, subject to a minimum financing amount of QAR 1 million and a minimum tenure of 10 years, providing customers with flexibility
Doha, Qatar- January 17, 2026- Silver Lake Motors – a subsidiary of Al Mana Holding, has achieved a significant milestone in Qatar with the successful market launch of the EXEED EXLANTIX range, reinforcing the brand’s growing presence in the country’s premium electric vehicle segment. The launch underscores Qatar’s continued progress toward sustainable transportation solutions, in alignment with the Qatar National Vision 2030. At the forefront of the range, the EXLANTIX ET has been precisely engineered to deliver powerful all-electric performance, extended range, and refined luxury, while adhering to the highest standards of en