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Doha, Qatar – June 15, 2026: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) Library has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2026 Library of the Future Award by the American Library Association (ALA) and Information Today Inc. The university is being recognized for its groundbreaking program to help the university community navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in higher education. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundation partner university. Sponsored annually by the ALA and Information Today, Inc., the award honors innovative planning, application, or development of information technology programs within a library sett

Backed by the vision of QMMF, Team Qatar by Iron Lynx takes its place on the grid for the 24 Hours of Le Mans as Qatari motorsport reaches a landmark moment on the world stage LE MANS, France, Saturday, June 13, 2026 — History will be made later today when Team Qatar takes the start of the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race for the first time. Representing Qatar on the international stage, the team’s three drivers — Abdulla Al-Khelaifi, Julian Hanses and Giuliano Alesi — will race twice around the clock in one of the most iconic and demanding events in world motorsport. The Team Qatar by Iron Lynx Mercedes

More than 220 submissions received; proposals from 14 Nationalities were selected by a special jury The public can vote for their favourite work for the final winners to be selected Doha, Qatar – June 9, 2026: Doha Design District (DDD), powered by Msheireb Properties, has announced the 20 shortlisted projects advancing to the final stage of its Public Art Open Call, a milestone that reflects just how powerfully this initiative has captured the local and global creative imagination. The response was extraordinary. Over 220 proposals were received from 53 Nationalities, each one a testament to the hunger artists and designers feel

Encouraging start as Team Qatar by Iron Lynx set the fourth quickest time in yesterday’s first free practice session and progress into Hyperpole LMGT3 qualifying later today LE MANS, France, Thursday, June 11, 2026 – Team Qatar’s debut entry in the 24 Hours of Le Mans began in earnest on Wednesday with a busy day of on-track action. With five hours of practice over two sessions and a 30-minute qualifying, the team completed a total of 47 laps and secured progression into Hyperpole qualifying later today. It was an encouraging first day at the iconic endurance race for the #62 Team Qatar by Iron Lynx entry, with valuab

The Snoonu Arena at MOQ: Where Football, Fun & Community Come Together Free Entry | Register on Snoonu City | Open to all Snoonu, Qatar’s leading super-app, and Mall of Qatar (MOQ), the country’s premier shopping and lifestyle destination, have launched the Snoonu Arena, Qatar’s most vibrant and immersive fan zone experience for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. This unmissable celebration of football, community and entertainment will take place across multiple areas of Mall of Qatar throughout the entire tournament, positioning Mall of Qatar as the country’s home of World Cup fan experiences. Open daily and completel

The discussion addressed challenges, opportunities, and the role of local production in strengthening Qatar’s economic resilience Doha, Qatar – 10 June 2026: QatarDebate Center, founded by Qatar Foundation, concluded a high-level panel discussion on local production as an urgent priority shaped by rapid global shifts, including supply chain disruptions and international crises. The panel was held as part of the “Qatar Connects” series on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, under the theme: “Beyond Imports: Will Local Production Lead Qatar’s Future?” Moderated by Mohammed Al Hamadi, a presenter and media figure, the session

Doha, Qatar, 9 June 2026 – Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, in partnership with the General Directorate of Endowments (Awqaf), organized the Qatar Scholarships Programme in Qatar Event at Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, celebrating the achievements of students benefiting from the programme, honouring graduates and academically outstanding students, welcoming the eighth cohort of beneficiaries. The event brought together 600 guests, including officials, representatives of government entities, academic institutions, strategic partners, media representatives, students, and

DOHA, QATAR – June 7, 2026 – Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, hosted its flagship undergraduate research symposium, Meeting of the Minds 2026. This year’s event brought together 65 research projects across two presentation streams—in-person and online—to showcase academic ingenuity during a challenging semester. The event included an online stream for students who, because of the regional conflict, completed the final weeks of the semester remotely. In the in-person presentation stream, Khalid Al-Abdulla, a Biological Sciences graduate from the Class of 2026, earned first p

In partnership with the Embassy of France in Qatar and the French Institute of Qatar Doha, Qatar – Jun 06, 2026: Fnac Qatar once again participated in the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF), held from 14 to 23 May 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, reaffirming its long-standing commitment to culture, literacy, education, and intellectual exchange in Qatar. Organized in partnership with the Embassy of France in Qatar and the French Institute of Qatar (IFQ), the participation reflects the strength of Fnac Qatar’s longstanding relationship with both entities and their collective dedication to promoting the French lan

In Celebration of World Environment Day, Visit Qatar Highlights the Country’s Leading Sustainable Experiences and Landmarks In celebration of World Environment Day on June 5, Visit Qatar is highlighting a diverse range of sustainable tourism destinations and experiences that reflect the State of Qatar’s unwavering commitment to sustainable development and responsible tourism. In alignment with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the National Tourism Strategy 2030, sustainability continues to play a pivotal role in the development of the country’s tourism sector. This is achieved through the expansion of sustainable infrastruc