Hamad Medical Corporation launches ‘LBAIH’ app for healthcare services
Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has launched a new mobile app called ‘LBAIH’ to make healthcare services easier for patients in Qatar. With the new app, users can book or cancel medical appointments, check their health records, view test results and other important health information. HMC says the app is designed to help patients access medical […]
10th Dates Festival at Souq Waqif
Qatar will kick off the 10th Local Dates Festival from July 24 to August 7 at the Eastern Square in Souq Waqif, highlighting the country’s progress in food security and agricultural sustainability. The annual event, organized by the Ministry of Municipality and Souq Waqif Management, celebrates the production of 26,405 tons of fresh dates from […]
Whale Shark Season 2025 in Qatar: When, Where, and How to Experience It
Qatar is a great place for nature lovers and adventure seekers to see one of the world’s largest gatherings of whale sharks this summer. From June 20 to September 19, 2025, whale shark watching tours will take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, departing from Al Ruwais Port in northern Qatar. This seasonal event will […]
Qatar remains a popular summer destination
Qatar’s tourism sector is growing rapidly, with 1.5 million international visitors arriving in the first three months of 2025. Experts say festivals such as the Qatar Toy Festival, Sky Lusail Festival and Ramadan events are boosting local and international tourism. 36% of visitors came from GCC countries, followed by Europe (28%) and Asia/Oceania (20%). Tourism […]
2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in October
The Qatar national football team will play two matches against Oman and the UAE this October as part of the fourth round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Both matches will be held at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium on Al Nadi Street in Al Sadd. The first match will be held on October […]
MoEHE announces Grade Improvement Service for Class 12 passers
The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has announced that students who have passed Class 12 for the 2024–2025 academic year can apply for the ‘Grade Improvement Service’ through the ministry’s online portal, ‘Al-Ma’arif’. Applications will be open until July 31, 2025. This service allows students to re-sit the second round of exams in […]
MoCI launches five new electronic services
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) launched five new electronic services through its Single Window platform in the second quarter of 2025, marking a 5.38% increase in electronic transactions compared to the previous quarter. Minister Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani announced that 98% of registrations and licenses are now completed electronically, […]
Russian Corner Opens at Katara Cultural Village
The Katara Cultural Village Foundation is strengthening its position as a hub for international cultural exchange by inaugurating the Russian Corner in front of the Al Thuraya Planetarium (Building 41). The new statue was officially unveiled by Katara’s General Manager, Prof. Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti, in the presence of the Ambassador of the Russian […]
Qatar to renovate 18 public beaches
Qatar is renovating public beaches to make them more accessible to visitors. The Ministry of Municipality, in collaboration with Ashghal, is implementing a national plan to improve 18 beaches across the country. The first phase of the renovation includes eight beaches, including Simaisma, Al Wakrah and Sealine, with better facilities to boost local tourism and […]
Things to do this weekend in Qatar
Summer in Qatar is very hot, but there are many fun events for families to enjoy this weekend. Here are some of the events you can enjoy: Pakistan Mango Festival You can enjoy the best of Pakistani mangoes and other products here. The festival ends on July 19. Galleria Ice Cream Event A 10-day ice […]