A new collaboration brings plants referenced in the Holy Qur’an and Sunnah into Doha’s urban landscape, connecting botanical discovery with Islamic heritage and environmental awareness. Doha, Qatar – 4 November 2026 – The Quranic Botanic Garden, a member of Hamad Bin Khalifa University, and Doha Design District, powered by Msheireb Properties, signed a collaboration agreement to inaugurate three gardens in Msheireb Downtown Doha, bringing plants and trees referenced in the Holy Qur’a…
Laser-powered bottle manufacturing, aluminium-free packaging, high-speed processing systems and next-generation ingredients took centre stage on day two of Gulfood Manufacturing 2026, highlighting technologies that are helping manufacturers boost production efficiency,… The post From next-generation ingredients to advanced processing systems, Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 spotlights advanced technologies in food manufacturing on day two appeared first on Web-Release.
Doha – November 4, 2026: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) Global Institute for Population Health convened healthcare professionals, researchers and policymakers for a symposium examining how healthcare systems can better support healthier, longer lives as populations age and the burden of chronic disease grows. The symposium, titled Reimagining Healthcare and Global Health in the Longevity Era, explored the challenges and opportunities arising from increasing longevity, including the…
The hosts come close to a historic victory against the South Americans. On the final day of the group stage, all eyes will be on the Netherlands, Sweden and the clash between Italy and Brazil. DOHA – Let’s start at the end. With the Qatar-Chile clash that brought Day2 of the FIP World Cup to a close, and Grandstand 1 at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, packed to capacity for a head-to-head contest that remained undecided until the very last point. Chile came out on top in Gro…
Doha, Qatar – 4 November 2026: QatarDebate Center, founded by Qatar Foundation (QF), hosted the fifth panel discussion in its “Qatar Connects” series under the theme: “The Hidden Architecture of the Qatari House”. Organized in partnership with the Ministry of Sports and Youth and in cooperation with the Qatar Society of Engineers, the event was held at Multaqa (Education City Student Center) in Doha. The session examined the Qatari house as the product of multiple, interconnected layers of…
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Riyadh, May 06, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Interior affirmed that citizens and residents caught transporting people without a Hajj permit, in violation of Hajj regulations and instructions, will face a fine of up to SAR50,000, imprisonment for up to six months, and a request for court-ordered confiscation of the vehicle. The ministry added that expatriate violators will be deported after serving their penalties and banned from reentering the Kingdom for the legally specified periods. The ministry stressed that a valid Hajj permit is required to perform Hajj. It urged everyone to comply with regulations governing the 1447 AH Hajj seaso
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
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
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
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Doha – November 4, 2026: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) Global Institute for Population Health convened healthcare professionals, researchers and policymakers for a symposium examining how healthcare systems can better support healthier, longer lives as populations age and the burden of chronic disease grows. The symposium, titled Reimagining Healthcare and Global Health in the Longevity Era, explored the challenges and opportunities arising from increasing longevity, including the…
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Doha – November 4, 2026: Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) Global Institute for Population Health convened healthcare professionals, researchers and policymakers for a symposium examining how healthcare systems can better support healthier, longer lives as populations age and the burden of chronic disease grows. The symposium, titled Reimagining Healthcare and Global Health in the Longevity Era, explored the challenges and opportunities arising from increasing longevity, including the…
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Doha – March 15, 2026: First-year pre-medical students at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) in February explored Qatar’s rich biodiversity during a field trip to the mangrove forest at Jazirat Bin Ghannam, also known as Purple Island. Divided into three groups, the students visited the island on three separate days, where they identified and collected invertebrates and observed how local flora and fauna have adapted to the environment. Under the supervision of Dr. Kuei-Chiu Chen, a professor of biology at WCM-Q, the students collected invertebrate animals and brought the specimens to WCM-Q’s state-of-the-art laboratory. There
Shareholders approve 11% cash dividend distribution for FY2025 Doha, Qatar – 15 March 2026 – Qatar Insurance Company (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, held its Annual General Assembly (AGM) and Extraordinary General Assembly (EGM) meetings on Thursday, 12 March 2026, virtually via Microsoft Teams. The meetings were chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Hamad bin Faisal bin Thani Jassim Al Thani, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Qatar Insurance, and were attended and participated in by members of the Board, executive management, shareholders, and representatives of regulatory authorities. During the AGM, shareholde
This Eid Al Fitr, Mercato and Town Centre Jumeirah invite residents and visitors to celebrate the festive season with exciting shopping rewards, vibrant entertainment, and memorable family experiences from 12 to 18 March 2026. Bringing the spirit of Eid to life, both malls will offer shoppers the opportunity to win AED 5,000 every day. Visitors who spend AED 200 or more at Mercato or Town Centre Jumeirah can simply scan their PrivilegePLUS app to enter the daily draw and stand a chance to walk away with fantastic cash prizes. Adding to the festive atmosphere, Mercato Mall will transform into a lively hub of Eid celebrations, featuring d
13 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, IATA’s digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers’ declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster document sharing, improved safety, and a significant reduction in rejected shipments. Today, 95% of Dangerous Goods Declarations are still received in paper format. These declarations must be scanned, converted into a PDF document, then uploaded into DG Aut
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