Following more than QAR 500 million in deals closed in 2025, the 2026 edition will run at DECC from 27–29 October. The three-day event is expected to welcome 16,000 visitors, 70+ developers and 100+ industry leaders for live project showcases, investor matching and the 4th Qatar Real Estate Forum. Doha, Qatar – 08 September 2026 – Following a landmark 2025 edition that saw more than QAR 500 million in deals closed, Cityscape Qatar, the c
Doha, Qatar – August 2026: Dukhan Bank, one of Qatar’s leading Islamic financial institutions, has announced its return as a Supporting Partner of the Seashore Phoenix Games for the fourth consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Qatar’s fitness community and encouraging active, healthy lifestyles. Now in its sixth edition, the Seashore Phoenix Games is a functional fitness championship organized by Erada Fitness, bringing together athletes to compete in a ser…
Doha – September 8, 2026: HERO, a startup project pioneered by two students and one alumnus from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), advanced to the 2026 EF Hult Prize Global Accelerator, becoming the second team from Qatar to reach this stage of the global competition since 2021. HERO is one of 21 startups that were selected to participate in the 2026 EF Hult Prize Global Accelerator, a four-week, in-person program held in the UK, which brought together promising student ventures from a…
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Roland Garros, one of the great temples of tennis and world sport, has over the years become a temple of padel too. Anticipation is high for the fifth edition of the Paris Major, with the Sunday before the start of the main draws packed with promotional events and VIPs – not only from the sporting world – ready to enjoy the pala as they await the arrival of the champions, some of whom are still in Madrid for today’s P1 finals. Then, from Monday, the long road towards the second Major…
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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
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
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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Doha – September 8, 2026: HERO, a startup project pioneered by two students and one alumnus from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), advanced to the 2026 EF Hult Prize Global Accelerator, becoming the second team from Qatar to reach this stage of the global competition since 2021. HERO is one of 21 startups that were selected to participate in the 2026 EF Hult Prize Global Accelerator, a four-week, in-person program held in the UK, which brought together promising student ventures from a…
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Doha – September 8, 2026: HERO, a startup project pioneered by two students and one alumnus from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), advanced to the 2026 EF Hult Prize Global Accelerator, becoming the second team from Qatar to reach this stage of the global competition since 2021. HERO is one of 21 startups that were selected to participate in the 2026 EF Hult Prize Global Accelerator, a four-week, in-person program held in the UK, which brought together promising student ventures from a…
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Doha, Qatar – 12 February 2026: Al Mirqab Real Estate, the dedicated real estate platform of Al Mirqab Capital, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of real estate assets, has announced the launch of Al Mirqab Living, its new premium residential brand, marking a strategic milestone in the evolution of its premium property portfolio. Established to represent Al Mirqab Real Estate’s high-end residential offering, Al Mirqab Living has been created to deliver refined living experiences in Qatar’s most prestigious addresses. The brand reflects a clear vision: to curate signature homes defined by thoughtful design, superior cr
The usual Duellists are back. Arturo Coello and Agustin Tapia, Fede Chingotto and Ale Galan. Seasons may change, but in the men’s draw the battle between the world’s top four players remains the same. The twist from the Riyadh Season P1 semifinals came in the women’s event, where changes reshaped the top-seeded pairs — all but the No. 1 team. Delfi Brea and Gemma Triay picked up right where they left off, while Andrea Ustero and Ari Sanchez are dreaming of lifting the trophy at the first attempt. MEN Twenty-one of the 24 titles in 2025 — including the FIP World Cup Pairs — were contested between Coello/Ta
H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal Al Thani Delivers the Opening Keynote Doha, Qatar – Thursday 12 February 2026 The 2026 Marsh Energy Industry Summit, held under the theme “Resilience in a Volatile World,” concluded yesterday at Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl, Doha, convening senior leaders from across the energy value chain, alongside experts in insurance, risk advisory, and strategic consulting from Qatar and the wider region. Held with Qatar Insurance (QIC) as Diamond Sponsor, the summit provided a high-level platform to examine the structural shifts reshaping the global energy landscape — from geopolitical realignm
Doha, Qatar – 9 February 2026: Ooredoo Fintech has announced a strategic partnership with badrgo, Qatar’s homegrown ride-hailing and mobility platform, to enable digital driver payouts through Ooredoo Money, supporting the shift toward cashless, efficient, and inclusive financial services in Qatar. Under the partnership, badrgo will onboard and enable its entire driver base to receive their earnings directly into their Ooredoo Money wallets. This initiative reduces reliance on cash-based settlements, streamlines payout processes, and provides drivers with faster, more convenient access to their earnings. Through the Ooredoo Money
Doha, Qatar, February 09, 2026 – Fifty One East, Qatar’s favorite department store, proudly continues its long-standing association with one of the region’s most prestigious sporting events as the “Official Retailer” of the Qatar Masters, marking its support of the championship across 29 consecutive tournaments. The Qatar Masters 2026 will take place from February 5 to February 8 at the Doha Golf Club, welcoming the world’s elite golfers as part of the DP World Tour, where the tournament once again concludes the celebrated Middle East “Desert Swing.” Renowned for its challenging desert-style course and inter
Doha, Qatar — February 9, 2026: Rasmal Ventures announced that Hamad Al-Hajri, Founder and CEO of Snoonu, has joined as an investor in its flagship vehicle, Rasmal Innovation Fund I, which is backed by the Qatar Investment Authority, with the willingness to also be involved in the future parallel funds that Rasmal Ventures will launch. The investment reflects a shared belief that the next wave of category-defining technology companies will emerge where exceptional founder ambition meets long-term institutional capital and globally connected ecosystems, a convergence that is becoming increasingly pronounced across the GCC. For Rasm