Qatar lifts summer mid-day work ban
Qatar’s Ministry of Labor has lifted a lunchtime work ban that had banned outdoor work between 10am and 3:30pm during the summer. The law was in place from June 1 to September 15 to protect workers from extreme heat. Normal working hours have now resumed, but the ministry urged employers and workers to continue to […]
One of the world’s largest solar plants coming to Qatar
Qatar Energy has signed a deal with Samsung C&T to build a large-scale solar power plant in Dukhan, about 80 kilometers west of Doha. It will be one of the largest projects of its kind in the world. The Dukhan Solar Plant will be developed in two phases with a total capacity of 2,000 megawatts […]
Qatar to face UAE in AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup clash on September 27
Football fans are gearing up for an exciting match when Qatar takes on the UAE in the AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup Qatar 2025 at the Grand Hamad (Al Arabi) Stadium on September 27. The match will kick off at 6:00 PM and will last until 8:00 PM. This year marks the first edition of the […]
Joint auction for vehicles and number plates on Wednesday, September 17
The Public Prosecution, in collaboration with the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), announced a joint auction for vehicles and special number plates on Wednesday, September 17. Cars from popular brands such as Lexus, Toyota and Honda will be included in the auction. In addition, exclusive number plates such as 913, 2535, 231231 and 211199 will also […]
Safari Group launches “1980: A Southern Nostalgia – Travancore Food Festival”
Safari Group has launched a food festival titled “1980: A Southern Nostalgia – Travancore Food Festival” across all its outlets. The festival features themed decorations and staff dressed in retro attire that recreate the charm of the 1980s. The promotion was inaugurated by Group Chairman Hamad Dhafar Al Ahbabi, Deputy Chairman and Managing Director Zainul […]
Rain and thunderstorms expected tomorrow and the day after
The Qatar Meteorological Department has warned that local clouds are likely to form on Sunday and Monday (September 14–15, 2025), which will cause occasional rain and thunderstorms. The department also warned of strong winds during the day. Wind speeds are expected from northwest to northeast at 5 to 15 knots, with gusts of up to […]
Stores accepting Apple iPhone 17 series pre-orders in Qatar
On September 9, 2025, Apple officially launched its latest iPhone 17 lineup, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Pre-orders for the new models began on September 12, and the official release is expected on September 19, 2025. The iPhone 17 comes with a new center-stage front camera, a brighter […]
Qatari citizens can use ID instead of health card from September 12
From September 12, 2025, Qatari citizens can use their Qatari ID card instead of health card to receive free health services across the country. Minister of Public Health Mansour bin Ibrahim Al Mahmoud issued Decision No. (46) of 2025, which repeals the previous law (Decision No. 21 of 2023) that required a fee to obtain […]
Qatar welcomes 3.27 million visitors as of August 2025
Al Watan reported that more than 3.27 million people visited Qatar in the first eight months of 2025. The largest number of visitors came from the GCC countries (36.8%), followed by Europe (24.6%), and Asia-Pacific. According to the figures, about 1.2 million visitors came from the GCC, more than 800,000 from Europe, and about 710,000 […]
Things to do this weekend in Qatar
A variety of events offering shopping, art, culture and family fun are taking place in Doha this weekend. Doha Shopping Trade Fair Visitors can enjoy shopping for a variety of products. Art Land at Tawar Mall Children can enjoy clown shows, creative workshops and meet-and-greet sessions with their favorite characters. Admission is free. Sa’hail: Katara […]