“Distance Learning Day” Declared for Tomorrow; Ministry of Education Urges Parents to Ensure a Suitable Learning Environment at Home for Children!
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has issued a circular declaring tomorrow, Tuesday, November 19, as “Distance Learning Day” for all government schools. The Ministry stated that this day serves as an opportunity to utilize the extensive technological capabilities provided by e-learning for schools. In the circular, the Ministry clarified that the Distance […]
Qatar Gene Bank Houses 5 Million Seeds, Strengthening Food Security!
Qatar has made significant progress in establishing a comprehensive Gene Bank containing 5 million seeds from various food crops, including tomatoes, beans, and sweet corn, to enhance the nation’s food security system, a senior official stated. Hamad Saket Al Shammari, Director of the Agricultural Research Department, highlighted that the seeds of different food crops are […]
Hospitality Qatar Exhibition Concludes Successfully!
Held from November 12 to 14, 2024, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in collaboration with Qatar Tourism, the Hospitality Qatar Exhibition concluded with great success. The event witnessed participation from over 12,000 visitors. This exhibition has established itself as a premium event for Qatar’s hospitality, hotel, restaurant, and café (HORECA) industries. More than […]
Over 300 Rare Stamps Auctioned at Qatar Philatelic & Numismatic Center’s Annual Event
The Qatar Philatelic & Numismatic Center conducted its annual auction on Friday, featuring over 300 rare stamps and coins for sale. The auction included 323 items, such as stamps, coins, envelopes, albums, first editions, and commemorative stamp collections. Speaking to Qatar News Agency (QNA), the Center’s Director, Hussein Rajab Al Ismail, noted that this year’s […]
50% Discount at All Restaurants for Al Maha Island’s Second Anniversary!
As Al Maha Island, Qatar’s renowned entertainment destination, prepares to celebrate its second anniversary on November 18, 2024, it offers exciting discounts for visitors. On Monday, November 18, 2024, all restaurants on the island and Lusail Winter Wonderland will provide a 50% discount all day long. OffersOn November 18, enjoy a 50% discount at the […]
Strong Winds and High Waves Expected This Weekend – Weather Department Warning
The weather department has issued a warning for strong winds and high waves towards the end of this week. Temperatures are expected to range between a minimum of 22°C and a maximum of 32°C until November 16. The department stated that Friday and Saturday will begin with haze in the morning, with clouds forming by […]
Growth in Qatar’s Hospitality Sector: Surge in Tourist Numbers!
Qatar’s hospitality sector has seen significant growth compared to previous years, accompanied by a substantial increase in tourist numbers. Approximately 90% of hotel rooms in Qatar are classified as four-star or five-star, while most hotel apartments fall under the ‘deluxe’ category. The first half of this year recorded a record number of tourist arrivals in […]
Al Khor Lulu Mall Wins 2024 Award for Sustainability Excellence
Lulu Mall in Al Khor has won the prestigious Silver Award for sustainability excellence in energy optimisation at the 2024 MECS+R Awards, organised by the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers (MECS+R). The award was presented by Dr. Younis Al Mulla, Chairman of MECS+R, and David Macadam, CEO of MECS+R, during the awards […]
FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024: Pre-sale Ticket Prices Announced
Organizers of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024 in Qatar have announced that pre-sale tickets for the tournament’s final three matches will be available from today, November 14, 2024, starting at 12:00 pm Doha time (GMT+3). This exclusive pre-sale is available only for Visa cardholders. Approximately 170,000 tickets are available for sale across the three matches, […]
Digital Commerce Sector Set to Reach QR26.73 Billion by End of 2024, Says Report
Qatar’s digital commerce sector is on a fast track of growth. According to a report by Statista, the transaction value in the digital commerce market is expected to reach $7.29 billion (QR26.73 billion) by the end of this year. The report forecasts a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.70% for transaction value from 2024 […]
