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Unlock More Middle East and North Africa Adventures: Ford’s Fuel Tips to Go Further in Your Ranger or Everest

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

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Brussels Premier Padel P2, Day5 Lebron–Augsburger, the second final is special. Triay reaches 100

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

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Inspiring Line-Up of Riders Announced for 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup at Goodwood, Supporting Education Above All Foundation

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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QIC’s “Coins” Loyalty Program Surpasses 300 Million Points Earned in Its First Year

Program membership exceeds 60,000 within the first 12 months The program transforms customers’ insurance transactions into rewarding journeys Doha, Qatar – 27th April 2026: Qatar Insurance (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, announced that its “Coins” loyalty rewards program has surpassed 300 million points earned, marking a significant milestone achieved within just one year of its launch. Active membership in the program exceeded 60,000 members during its first 12 months, reflecting the strong trust it has earned among QIC customers, as well as the value it delivers in enhancing their experien

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CMU-Q to enroll largest cohort in campus history

Doha, Qatar – April 25, 2026: – Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) hosted the newly admitted students at Marhaba Tartans, an event where the students can learn more about the university as they make their decisions of where they will attend. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundation partner university. This was a record-breaking admission cycle, with a campus high of more than 3,000 students applying for admission. This year, the university has increased the seats available in the first-year class to 140, a 20% increase from the 2025 admission cycle. Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, addressed the admitted students at the event: “Class of 2