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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Today, Art Basel Qatar unveils new details of the artworks and programming that will define the inaugural edition of the fair in February 2026, presented in partnership with Qatar Sports Investment (QSI) and QC+. Alongside its core presentation of 84 artists and 87 galleries, Art Basel Qatar will showcase a unique Special Projects program — a wide-ranging series of nine large-scale, site-specific sculptures, installations, and performances unfolding across key cultural venues and public spaces in Msheireb Downtown Doha. Curated by Art Basel Qatar Artistic Director Wael Shawky in close collaboration with Vincenzo de Bellis, Chief Arti
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In the Presence of H.E. Saad Ali Al‑Kharji Chairman, Visit Qatar and Ashraf Abuissa, and Chairman, Qatar Polo Club, Team Lusail wins the Prestigious Cup Doha, Qatar – 13 December 2025: Polo AlMarsa Qatar 2025 concluded in spectacular fashion with an awards ceremony, marking a memorable finale to a landmark second day that drew more than 3,000 spectators, including VIPs, celebrities, sponsor leadership, media representatives, and public guests. The ceremony also delivered a major announcement for the sport’s growing community in Qatar: Polo AlMarsa will officially return for its second edition in 2026. Hosted by Qatar Polo Club
Doha, Qatar – 13 December 2025: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company (Q.P.S.C.), inaugurated the Local Farmers Market Festival on Thursday at its Ain Khaled branch, in the presence of Mr. Hassan bin Sultan Al-Ghanim, Assistant Undersecretary for Consumer Affairs at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Mr. Jassim Mohammed Al Ansari, Chief Executive Officer of Al Meera, along with members of its senior management. Running from December 11 to 24, the Local Farmers Market celebrates the vital contributions of Qatari farmers, who play an essential role in strengthening food security, advancing local production, and providing communities with h
Doha, Qatar – 14 December 2025 – Dukhan Bank announced the names of the most recent round of draw winners for Thara’a, its Shariah compliant savings account, at the Bank’s headquarters. The draw was conducted on 10 December, under the supervision of a representative of the qualitative license and market control department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. In this month’s draw, Golam Sultan won the top prize of QAR 50,000, while the following winners each received QAR 5,000: Sami Almasalha, Abdulaziz Al-Muhannadi, Jamal Saleh, Mohammed Gazdhar, Abdulla Al-Abdulla, Moza Alkaabi, Abdullah Suleiman, Ali Al-Semaiti, Ja
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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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While in Mexico, with the Acapulco Major underway this week, players are competing for the final points of the Race, Barcelona hosted the presentation of the Qatar Airways Premier Padel Finals. From Thursday, December 11 to Sunday, December 14, the Palau Sant Jordi will host the grand finale of an exciting season: a world-class event organized in collaboration with the Generalitat de Catalunya and the City of Barcelona, bringing together the best female and male players in the world for four days. Coki Nieto and Jon Sanz in the men’s draw, and Paula Josemaria and Ari Sanchez, who won the 2024 Finals. “Having the city of Barce
Leaders from 100+ countries united in Doha to shape an education agenda rooted in equity, innovation, and the responsible integration of emerging technologies Doha, Qatar, 25 November 2025: WISE 12 has concluded with powerful debates, global research launches, and collaborative high-level workshops tackling some of the most urgent challenges and opportunities in education, from AI readiness and digital well-being to culturally rooted learning and quantum innovation. With leaders from governments, academia, civil society, and technology convening in Doha, the summit once again reinforced the role of WISE – a global initiative of Qatar Fo
Mercato and Town Centre Jumeirah are set to celebrate the 54th UAE National Day with an uplifting line-up of cultural entertainment, family activities, and exceptional shopping offers, creating a memorable long weekend for residents, tourists, and the wider community. Celebrate the 54th UAE National Day at Mercato, where culture, family fun, and national pride come together for an unforgettable long weekend. From 1-3 December, Mercato will be adorned with vibrant National Day décor inspired by the iconic colours of the UAE flag, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere for all visitors. Guests can look forward to a rich programme of auth
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DOHA, QATAR 22 NOVEMBER 2025 – Go Active, a comprehensive mind-and-body studio, was officially inaugurated in November through a state-of-the-art location in Doha’s West Walk. The studio builds on the success of Go Pilates, a specialized studio launched in the iconic Aspire Park earlier in 2025. Pilates is a mind-body exercise method that focuses on controlled movement, core strength, flexibility, and posture. It is low-impact, precise, and designed to make the human body move better and harder. Through the new Go Active studio, a diverse range of classes and services are offered to women including pilates, functional fitness, susp