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Qatar Total Open advances to quarterfinals amid rain delays
All photos by Ray Toh It’s been a soggy week of play for the international athletes in town for the Qatar Total Open. Despite two days of canceled matches due to rain, the tournament reaches the...
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Shared World Cups likely after Qatar hosts 2022 tournament
Reem Saad / Doha NewsPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Reem Saad / Doha NewsQatar could be the last country to solo host the World Cup, as FIFA prepare to accept applications from nations who want...
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Qatar teen sets out to protect ‘magical’ mangroves
Kamran Hanif/FlickrPurple Island Kamran Hanif/FlickrA longtime resident is on a mission to save one of the most “magical” places in Qatar – the mangroves in Purple Island. Seventeen-year-old Lina...
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As rains wind down in Qatar, cold front moving in
Ameer Abdul Razak/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Ameer Abdul Razak/FlickrAfter two days of heavy rain around the country, Qatar is expected to start drying out from today, according to...
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Some funky-looking buildings are coming up in Qatar’s Lusail City
Damon McDonald/FlickrLusail’s Twin Towers Damon McDonald/FlickrSeveral unique-looking buildings are coming up in Qatar over the next few years at the sprawling Lusail City. The under-construction site...
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Qatar police crack down on speeders with new mobile radars
Satheesh/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Satheesh/FlickrTraffic police are adding more mobile radars to Qatar’s roads, making it harder for speeding motorists to avoid getting caught and...
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Luxury cinema opens at Qatar’s Lagoona Mall
Lagoona Mall/FacebookFlik Cinema at Lagoona Mall Lagoona Mall/FacebookA new four-screen cinema opened its doors to the public at Lagoona Mall over the weekend. The launch marks the entrance of the...
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Qatar’s new $1.5 billion Laffan Refinery 2 formally launches today
QatargasLaffan Refinery 2 QatargasOfficials in Qatar this morning are celebrating the opening of a new refinery in Ras Laffan that will boost the country’s ability to process natural gas. The $1.5...
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‘Entertainment World’ to open in Qatar next month
Reem Saad / Doha NewsEntertainment World Reem Saad / Doha NewsA new outdoor carnival-type venue is setting up shop in Qatar and plans to open next month. The fair, dubbed “Entertainment World,” is...
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Qatar to increase penalty for using a phone while driving
KaboomPicsPhoto for illustrative purposes only. KaboomPicsA QR500 fine is not high enough to deter Qatar’s motorists from using their phones while driving, the country’s traffic police chief has said....
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Pull-out public prayer rugs launched by Qatar charity
Doha NewsA RAF prayer rug on Doha’s Corniche Doha NewsA local charity is making it easier for people to pray on time while hanging out on the Corniche. Muslim visitors will now be able to make use of...
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World’s most expensive jewelry box goes on sale in Qatar
Reem Saad / Doha NewsMouawad’s signature Flower of Eternity Jewellery Coffer Reem Saad / Doha NewsA $3.5 million gold jewelry box encrusted with diamonds, sapphires and rubies has been unveiled in...
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HMC opens Qatar’s first travel clinic for residents
HMCCommunicable Diseases Center HMCQatar residents who are preparing to go on trips or have returned with travel-related illnesses can now visit a new “one stop shop” center for treatment and advice....
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Six things to do in Qatar this weekend (Feb. 22 – 25)
Reem Saad / Doha NewsDoha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition 2017 Reem Saad / Doha NewsFrom gawking at expensive jewelry to greeting some sheep at the Halal Festival to cheering on your favorite...
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What caused the loud bang heard around Qatar yesterday?
Viju Jose/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Viju Jose/FlickrSpeculation is rampant after hundreds of residents across the country reported hearing a thunderous noise shortly before 9am on...
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Qatar-Turkey JV wins contract for upcoming World Cup stadium
EverSoccerPhoto for illustrative purposes only. EverSoccerQatar’s World Cup organizers have awarded the main construction contract for one of their final tournament stadiums. The Al Thumama stadium...
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Report: Qatar residents spend 109 hours a year in traffic
Chantelle D'Mello / Doha NewsPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Chantelle D'Mello / Doha NewsCommuters in Qatar spent an average of 4.5 days on the roads last year, thanks to traffic congestion. Up...
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Caution urged after eight men arrested for pickpocketing in Qatar
Victor/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Victor/FlickrEight expats have recently been arrested for stealing people’s valuables in crowded areas, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) has announced....
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Qatar enjoys ‘lowest political risk’ in MENA, despite austerity measures
Ameer Abdul Razak/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Ameer Abdul Razak/FlickrQatar is likely to remain one of region’s most stable economies in the coming years due to its strong economy,...
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Much-delayed Mondrian Hotel to open in Qatar this year
MondrianThe Mondrian Doha in West Bay Lagoon MondrianA new luxury hotel in Qatar that draws inspiration from falcons is expecting to open its doors to the public within the next few months. Four...
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