All preparations for Hajj 2025 completed: Awqaf
Qatar’s Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has completed all preparations for Hajj 2025. The aim is to provide Qatari pilgrims with the best services and a safe experience. Online registration began on September 22, 2024. About 13,000 people applied. After a careful review, 4,400 people were selected as part of Qatar’s Hajj quota. The […]
New Metro Link service to start in Al Thumama
A new Metro Link service will start on Monday to improve transportation in the Al Thumama area. The new route, M150, will connect several key locations in the neighborhood. The service will start from Ras Bu Fantas Metro Station on the Red Line. The bus will pass through key locations such as Al Thumama Stadium, […]
Msheireb Museums to Open for International Museum Day
Msheireb Museums will be open for International Museum Day on Sunday, May 18. This year’s theme is “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Societies.” Visitors can take guided tours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by registering on the museum’s website. A family workshop titled “Our Story, Our Future” was held on May 17. […]
Gold prices fell in Asian markets
Gold prices fell in Asian markets, their biggest weekly decline since November, as the US dollar strengthened and demand for safe-haven assets eased. Spot gold fell 0.1% to $3,235.59 an ounce, having fallen more than 2% this week. However, US gold futures rose 0.4% to $3,239.20 an ounce. The US dollar index rose 0.4% this […]
Ministry says 2025-2026 student registrations going on smoothly
The Ministry of Education in Qatar has begun student registrations for the 2025-2026 academic year. Director Maryam Al Buainain says the process is going smoothly. Parents can register or transfer their children through the Ma’rif Portal for Public Services. If a school is full, parents can choose an alternative school or contact their local school […]
Qatar scores above world average in 2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index
Qatar has made significant progress in the 2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index (GPEI), the Charitable Activities Regulatory Authority (RACA) has announced. The report, prepared by the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University, shows that Qatar has worked hard to improve philanthropy and giving in the country. Qatar’s score has risen significantly over the […]
Ministry of Awqaf to host Hajj lectures in mosques
The Department of Da’wah and Religious Guidance at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced a new series of lectures on the rules and customs of Hajj. The lectures will be held in various mosques across the country immediately after the evening (Isha) prayer. The first lecture will be held on Saturday, May […]
Qatar Airways to buy 210 planes from Boeing
During a visit to Qatar as part of former US President Donald Trump’s Gulf tour, Qatar Airways signed a major deal to buy 210 planes from US aircraft manufacturer Boeing. The signing ceremony was held in Doha on Wednesday and was attended by President Trump and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The […]
Strong dust storms expected from May 16
The Qatar Meteorological Department has announced that strong northwesterly winds will return to the country from Friday, May 16, 2025, and will continue until early next week. According to an official statement issued on Tuesday, the winds are likely to cause dust storms and significantly reduce visibility in many areas. The department also confirmed that […]
FIFA U-17 World Cup to be held in Qatar from November 3
The FIFA U-17 World Cup will be held in Qatar from November 3 to 27. The official logo for the World Cup has been released. The design, based on the U-17 model, includes an image of the World Cup trophy. For the first time, 48 teams will participate in the Youth World Cup. All participating […]