Top 5 New Restaurants and Cafes in Qatar (2025 Guide)
From wood-fired pizzas and grilled steaks to traditional Qatari breakfasts and Mumbai-style street snacks, there’s nothing you can’t find in Qatar. If you’re looking for delicious food and fun new places to visit, here are five new restaurants and cafes in Qatar. Mio Pizzeria Created by certified pizza chef Andrea Corcoran, Mio Pizzeria brings the […]
Ashghal has announced that the road in Al Qaraitiyat will be partially closed.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced that the exit to Al Ebb and Al Qaraitiyat at the Al Qaraitiyat Interchange will be partially closed, affecting traffic coming from Doha. The number of lanes will be reduced from two to one from the evening of Sunday, August 10, 2025, until Sunday, August 31, 2025, in […]
Confiscated luxury vehicles to be auctioned on Wednesday
The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) and the Public Prosecution will hold a joint online auction for three luxury cars on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. The cars involved are: The auction will be held from 4pm to 7pm Doha time via the official “Court Masadat” app (available on iOS and Android). Those wishing to participate must […]
Lusail Boulevard Street to be Closed for Repairs Until August 18
The City of Lusail announced today that Lusail Boulevard Street will be temporarily closed for repairs from August 9, 2025, to August 18, 2025. The announcement was made via the city’s official social media channels. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and follow posted traffic signs during the closure period. In case of emergency, […]
Unexpected rain in Qatar: Rain likely tomorrow
On August 9, 2025, the northwest regions of Qatar experienced a sudden change in weather. Strong winds and heavy rain lashed the region. The Qatar Meteorological Department shared videos on social media showing intense rain, lightning, and strong winds. The unseasonal thunderstorms that suddenly went viral online caught residents by surprise, making a sudden change […]
10th Local Dates Festival concludes
The 10th Local Dates Festival, which was held at Souq Waqif from July 24 to August 7, concluded with a huge turnout. The festival welcomed more than 90,600 visitors. The event, organized by the Ministry of Municipality in collaboration with Souq Waqif Management, saw the participation of 114 local farms. Visitors enjoyed date tastings, competitions […]
Katara unveils mural celebrating Qatar-Haiti cultural ties
As part of the cultural exchange between Qatar and Haiti, the Katara Cultural Village Foundation has unveiled a new mural titled “A Cultural Bridge Through Art.” Created by Haitian artist Olivier Ganthier under curator Roxanne Ledon, the artwork was commissioned by the Haitian Embassy in Qatar. It reflects Katara’s mission to connect cultures and connect […]
Al Bidda Street to be closed this weekend for maintenance
Qatar Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced that it will be closing the entire road on Al Bidda Street this weekend for maintenance. This will affect traffic from Oryx Interchange to Wadi Al Saleh Interchange. It will start at 2:00 AM on Friday, August 8 and will continue until 5:00 AM on Sunday, August 10, […]
Rain likely in Qatar: Meteorological Department
The Qatar Meteorological Department has forecast thunderstorms and winds of up to 35 knots per hour on Saturday, August 9. Dust clouds will reduce visibility in some areas. The weather will remain hot and humid. The seas in coastal areas may be rough, with waves of 2 to 5 feet high. Until Saturday, hot and […]
Qatar to experience hot, humid nights
Qatar will experience hot and humid weather, especially at night, meteorologist Saqr Al-Suwaidi said in an interview with Qatar TV. Al-Suwaidi explained that the humidity is due to easterly winds coming from the sea. He said that temperatures will be in the mid-40s Celsius during the day, but will feel hotter due to high humidity. […]