Community help sought for Qatar workers after labor camp fires
Livingonthecheap.comPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Livingonthecheap.comHundreds of Qatar residents are reeling after two fires over the past few days gutted their labor camps and destroyed...
View ArticleRevamped Al Kharaitiyat Interchange opens north of Doha
AshghalAl Kharaitiyat Interchange AshghalA new interchange that makes it easier to get to the soon-to-open Doha Festival City and several other parts of the country has just opened to commuters. The...
View ArticleQatar ministry halts sale of cookie butter, tests it for metal pieces
Lotus Bakeries/FacebookBiscoff cookie butter Lotus Bakeries/FacebookA popular imported cookie butter spread is being held up at customs in Qatar as officials test to see whether it is safe to consume....
View ArticleThousands of rescued trees to adorn Qatar World Cup stadiums
SCDLNew trees at SCDL nursery SCDLWorld Cup organizers in Qatar are urging businesses and residents to donate any trees they remove from their homes and workplaces instead of throwing them out. The...
View ArticleQatar restaurant closed after rodent found in food
MMEA “small animal” was apparently found in food served at the Colombo restaurant in Mesaimeer. MMEAuthorities in Qatar have temporarily shut a restaurant in Asian Town after a small animal – possibly...
View ArticleDoha News turns eight this week (and we’re still kicking)
Omar Chatriwala / Doha NewsHappy Birthday Doha News Omar Chatriwala / Doha NewsDoha News turns eight this week, and it’s been a bittersweet birthday for our team. Since the government blocked our...
View ArticleSix things to do in Qatar this weekend (March 8-11)
Baba Tamim2015 Dragon Boat Festival Baba TamimFrom checking out a comedy show to cheering on dragon boat racers to soaking up some Filipino culture to enjoying a live performance by Akon, there is...
View ArticleQatar Airways launches new ‘revolutionary suites’ in Business Class
Qatar AirwaysThe new “QSuite” in Business Class Qatar AirwaysQatar Airways has announced a major revamp of its Business Class, with the launch of what it’s calling the “QSuite.” The seats won’t be...
View ArticleThis month’s Qatar food festival is going to be a bit different
Omar Chatriwala / Doha NewsQIFF 2014 Omar Chatriwala / Doha NewsUpdated to clarify that kiosks and food stalls will still be offered A new format and venue will greet visitors at the annual Qatar...
View ArticleSharing accident photos in Qatar is now punishable by up to two years in jail
DaveLawler / FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. DaveLawler / FlickrQatar’s Emir has approved new legislation that metes out jail time and fines for those caught taking, recording or sharing...
View ArticleIt’s going to be hot in Qatar this week
Sanjiban Ghosh/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Sanjiban Ghosh/FlickrEnjoy your weekend, everyone, because above-normal temperatures are being forecast for the beginning of this week....
View ArticleWhy we all need to embrace women’s rights and open debate
Hatoon Al Fassi/FacebookDr. Hatoon Al Fassi Hatoon Al Fassi/FacebookProminent Saudi scholar Dr. Hatoon Al Fassi teaches at Qatar University. Last October, several people in Qatar attacked her on...
View ArticleAl Baker: Qatar Airways won’t bite off more than it can chew in India
Qatar Airways/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Qatar Airways/FlickrQatar Airways made waves this week after its CEO announced plans to enter the fast-growing Indian market via a...
View ArticleNew app invites you to take a journey through Qatar
Sally CraneRichard Serra “East-West/West-East” near Dukhan Sally CraneThere’s more to do in Qatar than check out Souq Waqif, the Museum of Islamic Art and the Corniche, according to the designers of a...
View ArticleFire breaks out in Qatar’s Souq Granada
Doha NewsFire at Souq Al Granada Doha NewsFirefighters in Qatar are on the scene of a blaze at a souq in Al Messila this afternoon. Plumes of thick smoke could be seen in the area after the fire broke...
View ArticleDoha Festival City now setting its sights on April 5 opening
DFCDoha Festival City rendering DFC“Finishing touches” are being made to upcoming mega-mall Doha Festival City (DFC), which is now planning an April 5 launch. The QR6.5 billion mall, located off of Al...
View ArticlePro-wrestling championship coming to Qatar next month
Chantelle D'mello / Doha NewsQPW event in 2015 Chantelle D'mello / Doha NewsCelebrity wrestlers from across the world will gather in Doha next month for the QPW SuperSlam Championship. The event will...
View ArticleOfficials seize and destroy more than 2,500kg meat in Qatar
MMESeized meat MMEA whopping 2,500kg of meat taken from a store in the Industrial Area has been confiscated by authorities in a raid. According to local media reports, the employees of the warehouse...
View ArticleFIFA turns to new advisory board for human rights help
MCaviglia/WikimediaFIFA headquarters MCaviglia/WikimediaA new advisory board with a human rights focus will hold its first meeting with FIFA in Zurich today. The formation of the independent panel...
View ArticleEzdan prepares to open 2,000 housing units in Al Wukair
Ezdan HoldingEzdan Oasis rendering Ezdan HoldingA 1 million square meter “mini city” south of Doha is now accepting tenants, real estate developer Ezdan Holding has announced. The QR4.5 billion...
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