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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…
The 2026 observance highlights the resilience of human communities and the importance of keeping education alive in times of war, conflict, displacement and insecurity. Doha, Qatar, 9 September 2026 – Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, marks the International Day to Protect Education from Attack Today. Observed annually on 9 September, the day highlights the urgent importance of safeguarding students, teachers, schools, universities and…
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…
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Diplomats and business leaders from 35+ countries convene in Qatar as RAG secures official recognition and launches new services to support regional growth Dubai, UAE – 19 January 2026: RAG Holdings’ flagship RAG Global Meet 2026, held in Doha last week, is expected to generate new investor pipelines into Dubai and the wider GCC following participation from senior government officials, ambassadors, investors, and business leaders representing more than 35 countries. The forum served as a platform to discuss foreign direct investment, cross-border trade, and long-term economic development, while positioning Dubai and the Gulf as
Doha, Qatar – 21 January 2026: Doha Design District (DDD) and Qatar Foundation partner university Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar) have officially partnered in plans to open a dedicated multifunctional design hub in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha. This strategic partnership brings the university’s creative research and academic excellence into the city’s vibrant design center, providing a dedicated space for community and industry focused creative innovation. Located within DDD headquarters, the VCUarts Qatar multifunctional space will extend the university’s academic, creati
DOHA, Qatar, Jan. 21, 2026 — Barzan Holdings, Qatar’s national defense and security leader, and Lockheed Martin have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) at DIMDEX 2026 to reaffirm their shared commitment to Qatar’s defense ecosystem through human capital development and innovation. This announcement underscores the shared commitment of Barzan Holdings and Lockheed Martin to continued dialogue and cooperation, as both organizations explore opportunities that contribute to Qatar’s defense readiness, workforce development, and future-focused capabilities. The LOI reflects a mutual intent to explore the establishment of
Doha – January 21, 2026: Five experts, including four alumni from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), Dr. Rana Emam, Dr. Alreem Al-Nabti, Dr. Aalia Al-Barwani, and Dr. Emad Mansoor, addressed key community health issues during the latest installments of the “Health and YOU: Community Wellness Series.” Organized by the Institute for Population Health (IPH) at WCM-Q, the series aims to raise community awareness of health-related topics to enhance self-care, reduce suffering, improve quality of life, and increase healthy longevity. Dr. Emam, assistant professor of clinical psychiatry at WCM-Q and associate consultant in older
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The 2026 observance highlights the resilience of human communities and the importance of keeping education alive in times of war, conflict, displacement and insecurity. Doha, Qatar, 9 September 2026 – Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, marks the International Day to Protect Education from Attack Today. Observed annually on 9 September, the day highlights the urgent importance of safeguarding students, teachers, schools, universities and…
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The 2026 observance highlights the resilience of human communities and the importance of keeping education alive in times of war, conflict, displacement and insecurity. Doha, Qatar, 9 September 2026 – Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, marks the International Day to Protect Education from Attack Today. Observed annually on 9 September, the day highlights the urgent importance of safeguarding students, teachers, schools, universities and…
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Doha, Qatar, 7 December 2025 – The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global education and development organisation, convened a high-level panel at the Doha Forum 2025 under the theme “Education as Justice in Times of Crisis,” issuing a global call to reframe education not as a development aspiration, but as a justice imperative, one that demands accountability, equitable financing, and the elevation of local leadership in crisis-affected regions. Aligned with the Forum’s overarching theme, “Justice in Action – Beyond Promises to Progress,” the session brought together, government representatives and global ins
Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final takes place Friday, 12 December in Lusail UAE, December 8, 2025 – Championship leaders Hayden Wilde and Kate Waugh head to Qatar this week for the T100 Triathlon World Championship Final after completing their final preparations in Abu Dhabi. New Zealand’s Wilde and Great Britain’s Waugh have spent the past three weeks training in the UAE capital following the Dubai T100 in mid-November – a strategic decision that has allowed both title favourites to acclimatise to Gulf conditions ahead of Friday’s season-defining finale in Lusail. WILDE READY AFTER ABU DHABI CAMP Wilde, wh
Doha – December 8, 2025: The Division of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) recently hosted its third highly anticipated alumni-run conference on primary care. The conference is titled “Updates in Primary Care: Specialist-Led Case-Based Discussions Highlighting the Latest Evidence and Best Clinical Practice – 2025 (UPCC).” Over the course of two days, WCM-Q-trained physicians delivered in-depth lectures, specialist-led case discussions, and interactive roundtables on the latest clinical best practices in primary care to family physicians and general practitioners. This year, the conf
A new winter tradition arrives as Rosewood Doha debuts the city’s first outdoor ice rink, surrounded by thoughtfully curated festive moments DOHA, QATAR | DECEMBER 3, 2025 – Rosewood Doha ushers in the festive season with a collection of thoughtfully crafted experiences designed to inspire connection and celebration across the property. Leading this year’s highlights is a debut unlike anything seen in the city before: the Rosewood Ice Rink, Doha’s first-ever outdoor ice skating experience. Set beneath a canopy of shimmering lights and surrounded by Lusail’s striking cityscape, the Rosewood Ice Rink invites guests
Dubai, UAE – December 08, 2024: CASIO Middle East and Africa proudly announces the return of G-SHOCK to Sole DXB 2025, the region’s leading festival for contemporary culture, bringing together fashion, art, music and design, taking place from 12th – 14th December 2025 at Dubai Design District (d3). This year, G-SHOCK elevates its presence with an immersive booth designed to engage, inspire, and connect with the region’s vibrant creative community. Festival attendees will be the first in the Middle East to explore G-SHOCK’s newest releases, including a limited-edition Sole DXB collaboration model featuring the festival&rs
Doha, Qatar, 8 December 2025: The Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) has signed an agreement with Al Abdulghani Motors, appointing the company as the “Platinum Sponsor” of the ninth edition of the event, scheduled to take place from 19-22 January 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre. The four-day event will be held under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, The Amir of the State of Qatar, Head of State and Supreme Commander of the Qatar Armed Forces, hosted and organised by the Qatar Armed Forces. Al Abdulghani Motor