Qatar, Saudi Arabia to host AFC Asian Qualifiers
Qatar and Saudi Arabia will host the upcoming AFC Asian Qualifier Road to 26 playoffs, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed. The six teams – Indonesia, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates – will participate in the playoffs. These teams finished third and fourth in their previous qualifying groups. The […]
Qatar warns of rising heat and fog over the weekend
The Qatar Meteorological Department has warned of rising temperatures over the coming weekend. The weather will be hot to very hot during the day on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the report said. Temperatures are expected to reach 42°C on Thursday, 43°C on Friday and 44°C on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The forecast also says that […]
Al-Khor Interchange road to be temporarily closed for 44 days
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced that a section of the Al-Khor Interchange road to Doha will be closed at night for 44 days. The closure will start on June 17, 2025 and will continue until July 31, 2025. It will continue every night from 12:00 am to 5:00 am. This temporary closure is […]
LEGO shows draw huge crowds even after Eid holidays
Despite the Eid holidays, crowds are still flocking to the ongoing LEGO shows at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). Presented by Visit Qatar, the event will run until June 22. The event is spread across more than 10,000 square metres across Halls 8 and 9, including interactive zones for all ages. Kids will enjoy […]
Simaisma Beach Closed for 5 Years for Construction of Simaisma Tourism Project
Simaisma Beach, located 40 kilometers north of Doha, was officially closed on June 10, 2025, to make way for the Simaisma Tourism Project, led by Qatari Diar. The beach will be closed for five years to allow for the construction of what is set to become one of the largest and most transformative tourism developments […]
Formula 1 announces dates for 2026 Qatar races
The Qatar Grand Prix in Doha will be held at the Lusail International Circuit from 27 to 29 November 2026, one of the last three races of Formula 1. The 2026 F1 calendar will feature 24 races, starting in Australia (March 6–8) and ending in Abu Dhabi (December 4–6). Key changes include new car regulations, […]
Visit Qatar launches summer tourism campaign ‘Moments Made for You’
Visit Qatar has launched a new summer campaign titled ‘Moments Made for You’ to welcome tourists from the GCC countries and around the world. The campaign highlights resorts, events and attractions that are ideal for enjoying summer even in the region’s hot climate. The cool terraces of Jiwan Island, luxury shopping malls, Merial Water Park […]
Eid al-Adha celebrations conclude in Katara
The three-day Eid al-Adha 2025 celebrations concluded with a spectacular fireworks display at Katara Cultural Village on Sunday evening. The celebrations, organised by the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), were well-attended. The event, which ran from June 6 to 8, featured a variety of cultural and entertainment programmes suitable for all ages. The Katara Corniche served […]
New Metrash Features: Quick Fix for Lost Passports and QIDs
The Metrash app has been updated with new features to help residents and visitors to Qatar. The app offers new features that make it easier to renew passports, replace lost passports, and obtain a new Qatar ID (QID). The Ministry of Interior has advised everyone to update their passport details as soon as possible. It […]
Simaisma Beach free for all during Eid holidays
The Ministry of Municipality, in coordination with the Private Engineering Office, announced that Simaisma Beach, including the Family and Women’s Beach, will be open for free from the second day of Eid al-Adha until the end of the holiday. This is part of the effort to provide a safe, comfortable and enjoyable environment for families […]