Inviting GCC Athletes to Experience a New Regional Endurance Challenge Visit Qatar has announced that the inaugural edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Doha will take place from March 18 to 20, 2027 at Old Doha Port, inviting endurance athletes and sports enthusiasts from across the GCC and beyond to take part in one of the world’s most recognised racing series for the first time in Qatar. Organised in collaboration with the IRONMAN Group, one of the world’s leading organisers of endurance events, the championship will bring together elite athletes, endurance enthusiasts from across the region, and amateur competitors for a world-class
Issuance of Additional Tier 1 Capital Sukuk with a value of USD 500 million and a profit rate of 6%, the tightest yield achieved on an AT1 issuance in the region in 2026 The transaction attracted strong demand from international and regional investors, reaffirming confidence in Dukhan Bank’s credit fundamentals and Qatar’s economic resilience Lusail, Qatar – 24 June 2026: Dukhan Bank Q.P.S.C., rated A2 (stable outlook) by Moody’s and A (rating watch negative) by Fitch, successfully issued a USD 500 million perpetual non-call 5.5-year Fixed Rate Resettable Additional Tier 1 Capital Sukuk at a profit rate of 6% – the
Doha – June 24, 2026: Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have published a comprehensive assessment of the epidemiology of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (gonorrhea) infection in sub-Saharan Africa, the region with the highest burden of this infection globally. Published in the high-impact journal PLOS Medicine, the study provides the most detailed synthesis to date of the regional burden, distribution, and epidemiological patterns of gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is among the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide and is an increasing public health concern because of rapidly growing antimicrobial resistance, which is limiting
The summer bridal beauty trends everyone will be saying “i do” to. Wedding season has officially arrived, and whether you’re the bride, bridesmaid, or simply RSVP-ing with enthusiasm, one thing is certain: this year’s bridal beauty is all about looking like the very best version of yourself. Gone are the days of heavy, overly sculpted makeup. Summer 2026 brides are embracing fresh, radiant skin, softly flushed cheeks, and naturally polished brows that look effortless both in real life and in every camera roll moment. Luckily, Benefit Cosmetics has everything you need to create this season’s best bridal beauty trends.
Doha, Qatar — June 21, 2026 Doha Design District, the creative hub at the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, powered by Msheireb Properties, has launched ‘Mada and Sada’: an immersive creative platform and spatial experience that invites visitors not just to witness art, but to understand how it comes to life. The name carries the concept within it — ‘Mada’ (the origin, the impulse) and ‘Sada’ (the echo, the expression) — together tracing the full journey from a first idea to its public life. Visitors can move through both spaces as one continuous experience, or explore each on its own terms. Either
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Doha – December 10, 2025: Thirty-two final and third-year medical students at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) were recognized for excelling academically during the two foundational sciences curricular years at the inaugural Dean’s Honor List ceremony for the medical program. The newly established Dean’s Honor List recognized medical students who consistently demonstrated exceptional academic performance, ranking within the top quartile of their cohort. Twenty students from the Class of 2026 and 12 from the Class of 2027 appeared on the prestigious list. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Javaid Sheikh, dean of WCM-Q, said: &quo
From the Heart of Darb Al Saai: Snoonu and the Ministry of Culture Spotlight Qatar’s Authentic Culinary Heritage Doha – December 10, 2025 Snoonu, Qatar’s leading all-in-one (super app), announced its collaboration with the Ministry of Culture’s initiative for the “Qatari Flavor” cooking competition, held as part of Darb Al Saai events, which begin today and continue until 20 December. Darb Al Saai is considered one of the most prominent destinations that brings together families and visitors to celebrate National Day. The “Qatari Flavor” competition is part of Darb Al Saai’s cultural pr
badrgo, Qatar’s own fully licensed mobility platform offering safe, affordable, and seamless journeys through vetted professional drivers, celebrates its second anniversary with the launch of 2-Year Anniversaery Rewards campaign. As a homegrown service built on national values and a user-first philosophy, badrgo has continued to strengthen its role in Qatar’s mobility landscape by providing reliable, accessible movement for residents, citizens, and visitors. Its commitment to transparent pricing, safety, and service excellence has positioned the platform as a trusted daily companion for thousands across the country. To mark
Qatar Insurance (QIC) held its Global Executive Leadership Meeting 2025 in Doha, bringing together CEOs and senior leaders from across the Group’s regional and international entities — including QIC UAE, QIC Oman, QIC Kuwait, QIC DFIC, Antares Re, Antares Global, QIC DVP, the QIC Digital Hub, QIC R, and QIC Asset Management. The high-level meeting served as a strategic platform to reinforce unified leadership, align on Group priorities, and accelerate collective efforts across markets. Participants discussed QIC’s long-term strategy, with a strong focus on cross-regional coordination, enterprise-wide transformation, an
Doha, Qatar — 10 December 2025: QC Enterprises WLL (QC+) marks an extraordinary milestone as three of its flagship culinary destinations—IDAM by Alain Ducasse, Jiwan, and Desert Rose Café—are honoured in the MICHELIN Guide Doha 2026. Across fine dining, modern Middle Eastern cuisine, and elevated casual dining, each restaurant showcases QC+’s commitment to cultural storytelling, innovation, and excellence. Leading the accolades is IDAM, which proudly retains its MICHELIN Star, reaffirming its status as one of Qatar’s most distinguished dining experiences. Located in the Museum of Islamic Art, IDAM continues to
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Doha – June 24, 2026: Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have published a comprehensive assessment of the epidemiology of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (gonorrhea) infection in sub-Saharan Africa, the region with the highest burden of this infection globally. Published in the high-impact journal PLOS Medicine, the study provides the most detailed synthesis to date of the regional burden, distribution, and epidemiological patterns of gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is among the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide and is an increasing public health concern because of rapidly growing antimicrobial resistance, which is limiting
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Doha – June 24, 2026: Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have published a comprehensive assessment of the epidemiology of Neisseria gonorrhoeae (gonorrhea) infection in sub-Saharan Africa, the region with the highest burden of this infection globally. Published in the high-impact journal PLOS Medicine, the study provides the most detailed synthesis to date of the regional burden, distribution, and epidemiological patterns of gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is among the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide and is an increasing public health concern because of rapidly growing antimicrobial resistance, which is limiting
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