Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition to begin on Tuesday

The eighth edition of the Katara International Hunting and Falcons Exhibition (S'hail 2024) will kick off on Tuesday and run until September 14. It will feature 166 companies from 19 countries specializing in hunting weapons, falconry, camping, desert trips, and hunting supplies.

Qatar’s startup ecosystem climbs up 11 places in global index

Qatar has been at the forefront of building its entrepreneurial and startup ecosystems. The hard work has started to bear fruit, with global attention being trained on it and sectors witnessing excellent improvement in global rankings. According to the ‘Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2024,’ Qatar’s startup ecosystem attained seventh place in the Middle East and advanced 11 places to reach 79th globally.

Qatar Fund for Development announces $4.5m assistance for Palestinians

Qatar Fund for Development announced a $4.5m cash assistance for Palestinians. This assistance to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East will help 4,400 Palestinian workers and patients from the Gaza Strip who are currently stuck in the West Bank.

Environment Ministry warns against walking, trading dangerous animals, including 28 dog breeds

Qatar’s Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has urged owners of dangerous animals, including 28 breeds of dogs, against walking them in public places. It has classified a list of 48 animals as dangerous, including dog breeds such as Doberman, Bull Terrier, Bull Dog, Canary Dog, Great Dane, and others.

Qatar’s hotel occupancy rate rises by 29% in second quarter

Qatar’s hospitality sector witnessed a significant boost in 2024, with a 29% increase in hotel occupancy rate compared to the same period in 2023. According to a study by consulting firm ValuStrat, Qatar’s hotel occupancy rates stood at a steady 69%, signalling robust growth driven by several key factors.

Ooredoo successfully tests next-gen Wi-Fi 7 within FTTR services

Ooredoo Qatar completed its trial of the revolutionary Wi-Fi 7 technology on Fibre-To-The-Room devices for the first time in the region, with plans to launch it commercially in 2024. Wi-Fi 7 is set to redefine the Internet landscape by enhancing Wi-Fi speeds by four times, with wider coverage, and more reliability, all while reducing latency.

Qatar stunned, Palestine impresses in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Back-to-back Asian champions Qatar made a forgettable start to their campaign in Group A in the third round of FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers, losing 1-3 to the UAE at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan on Thursday. Palestine made an impressive start to their first-ever appearance in the third round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers by drawing South Korea to a goalless draw in Group B.

Qatar's flexi work hours to benefit Qatari mothers and disabled employees

The Civil Service and Government Development Bureau (CGB) has announced that Qatar's Council of Ministries has approved the implementation of flexi

DMW Enforces 'No Placement Fee' rule for Filipinos in Qatar

The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has restated its commitment to safeguarding overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) by strictly enforci

HH Amir strengthens ties with Finland during official visit

Marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Qatar and Finland, both leaders emphasized the strong bond between their nations.

Qatarliving’s statement regarding fake news about Khalifa Al Haroon

A news item — purportedly showing a Qatarliving.com article about ILQ Founder and CEO Khalifa Al Haroon, being sued by the Qatar Central Bank — is fake. The article, which has been circulating on social media, is completely fabricated and Qatarliving advises its readers to not click on any suspicious links attached to the article.

This September is packed with culture, music and more!

Qatar is set to host a vibrant line of multicultural events this September, featuring art exhibitions, musical performances, and sports tournaments

HH The Amir begins European tour with visit to Sweden

HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, began his three-nation European Tour with a visit to Sweden on Monday. The Qatari leader, who will also visit Norway, and Finland, met Swedish Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billstrom in Stockholm.

Sora Rooftop launches Monday Sushi Night

Sushi enthusiasts are invited to an unforgettable culinary journey every Monday evening from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM to immerse themselves in a feast o

HH The Amir issues new law on nationalization of private sector jobs

HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Sunday issued Law No. 12 of 2024 to localize private sector jobs in the country. The law seeks to significantly increase the national workforce in private sector institutions and companies, opening up new employment and career opportunities for Qataris and the children of Qatari women and thereby maximizing the utilization of qualified Qatari citizens.

Visit Qatar re-aligns itself to build Qatar as a touristic destination

Visit Qatar, the main marketing and promotional arm of Qatar Tourism, announced a new organisational structure that aligns with the National Development Strategy 2024-2030 and Tourism Strategy 2030. This realignment is designed to strengthen Visit Qatar’s mission of increasing international visitor demand by cultivating Qatar’s diverse touristic offering.

Egyptian Mahmoud Trezeguet set for Al Rayyan move, says reports

Egypt international Mahmoud Trezeguet has arrived in Qatar ahead of completing a move to Qatar Stars League side Al Rayyan from Turkish outfit Trabzonspor. After agreeing to terms with Al Rayyan over a summer move, the 29-year-old had been left out of Trabzonspor’s squad set to face Eyupspor on Sunday.

Lusail University starts feasibility study to open nurseries on campus

Lusail University is currently undertaking a feasibility study to open nurseries for very young children. The aim is to help and support mothers in completing their educational careers after marriage and giving birth.

Philippines set to open beach dedicated to Muslims this month

The Philippines, in a move to respect and accommodate diverse beliefs, will open a private beach on Boracay Island — dedicated to Muslim travellers — on September 10. The private cove, designed specifically for Muslim women, will be located within the Boracay Newcoast in the northeastern part of the world-renowned island.

50% discount period for traffic fines extended until November 30

Qatar’s Ministry of Interior announced a three-month extension to the 50% discount that had been offered for traffic violations in the country. The extension will now be in effect until November 30 and will cover all vehicles, including those of citizens, residents, and visitors, in addition to citizens and GCC residents.

Ooredoo Qatar, Seashore Group host inspiring workshop on recycling for a greener future

Ooredoo, in partnership with Seashore Group, hosted an informative and inspiring ‘Recycling Workshop for Greener Future’ at their headquarters. The event was designed to engage both employees and their families in sustainable practices, fostering a deeper understanding of environmental stewardship and inspiring a commitment to greener living.

Today is last day to pay traffic fines at 50% discount

Saturday, August 31, will be the last day for people to pay their traffic fines at a 50% discount. Traffic rule offenders can settle their fines through Metrash2 application, MoI website, traffic sections, or unified service centres. From Sunday, September 1, Qatar’s Ministry of Interior will begin stopping violators with pending fines from leaving the country via land, sea, or air.

Kadim Al Sahir to perform in Doha on November 7

Legendary Iraqi singer Kadim Al Sahir, known as the ‘Caesar of Arabic Songs,’ will perform live in Doha at the iconic Katara Amphitheatre on November 7. The 66-year-old singer is set to enthrall the audience with a magical night of his best classical hits, soulful melodies, and poetic lyrics that have captured the hearts of millions of fans.

MoI warns people never to carry strangers’ luggage during travel

Qatar’s Ministry of Interior reminded travelers not to carry luggage with unknown contents on behalf of other passengers, as it could delay people’s travel procedures and expose them to legal accountability.

Over 378,000 students return to classes on Sept 1

On September 1, a total of 378,134 students will return to classrooms across Qatar, with 136,802 students attending 303 government schools and kindergartens, and 241,332 students enrolled in private schools. MoEHE has prepared 2,353 buses, along with 160 vehicles for students with special needs, to ensure smooth transportation.

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