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Five things to do in Qatar this weekend (Jan. 7 to 10)
Omar ChatriwalaAl Khor Fly-In, 2013. Whether it’s learning more about aviation in the Gulf, shopping at a handicrafts market, checking out tens of thousands books at this year’s international fair, or...
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Qatar condemns attack on French newspaper as residents express horror
Yves Tennevin/FlickrA vigil held following the attacks on the Charlie Hebdo newsroom. With reporting from Shabina Khatri and Riham Sheble Qatar’s government and one of its most prominent imams have...
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Friday morning traffic closures expected as thousands run Qatar marathon
Oooredoo marathon. Some 3,250 people in Qatar are expected to don their trainers and take to the streets tomorrow for the third annual Ooredoo marathon. During the charity event, some will run a full...
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Qatar Football Association backs Blatter over Prince Ali for FIFA post
MCaviglia/WikimediaFIFA headquarters An Arab contender has announced his intention to run against longtime FIFA President Sepp Blatter, but it appears he won’t have much support from the Gulf. In...
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PHOTOS: First fog, now dust: Sandstorm cuts visibility on Qatar roads
A sudden sandstorm has blown into Qatar this afternoon, catching those enjoying the pleasant weather off-guard and reducing visibility on the roads. According to the Qatar Meteorology Department, the...
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Qatar drums up excitement for upcoming handball tournament
Qatar Handball/InstagramHot air balloons on the Corniche. With less than a week to go before the start of the 24th Men’s Handball World Championships in Doha, organizers have been working to build...
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Major traffic diversions going up on Al Sadd St. for Doha Metro
Qatar RailPhoto for illustrative purposes only. To make way for the Doha Metro, Qatar Rail is closing part of Al Sadd St. between C-Ring Road and Al Wabb this week. Over the past few days, diversions...
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Qatar prosecutor moves to drop charges against former JCC executives
Friends to Free Mahmoud Bouneb/FacebookMahmoud Bouneb. After more than two dozen hearings spanning nearly two years, a local prosecutor has abruptly moved to withdraw criminal charges against three...
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Honda: Undisclosed scratches, dents behind forced dealership closure
Photos via MEC More than a week after its main showroom was closed by government inspectors in Qatar for commercial fraud, Domasco Honda has admitted that it performed “very minor repairs” on vehicles...
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Parents cautioned as sandstorm sickens thousands of children in Qatar
Mohamad Alodaima/FlickrSandy conditions in Doha As the thermometer drops and windy, dusty conditions persist this weekend, healthcare professionals are advising parents to take care when going outside...
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PHOTOS: Visitors spoiled for choice at 2015 Doha int’l book fair
All photos by Navin Sam The 25th annual Doha International Book Fair has gotten well underway at the Qatar National Convention Center this weekend. According to photographer Navin Sam, there were a...
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David Ferrer wins Qatar Open, presented trophy by surprise guest Beckham
Spanish tennis star David Ferrer has defeated Tomas Berdych tonight at the 2015 Qatar ExxonMobil Open finals, 6-4, 7-5. Much to the audience’s surprise, the 32-year-old was presented with his latest...
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Qatar’s Hamad International Airport mulls adding valet parking service
HIAHamad International Airport Hamad International Airport (HIA) is apparently considering plans to introduce valet parking as one of a number of new measures to make it easier for travelers departing...
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Non-profits in Qatar hold winter charity campaigns for Syrian refugees
Qatar Charity/FacebookSyrian refugees at a camp during the winter. As bitterly cold conditions set in around the Middle East, local charities are urging residents in Qatar to donate to new “warm...
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Qatar retailers, customers connecting on WhatsApp
Duniper/FacebookA delivery of fruit and vegetables from Duniper. A growing number of entrepreneurs are adding a high-tech twist to the traditional business of selling flowers, fresh fruits and other...
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Culture minister: Vocal critics welcome in Qatar
Craig Piersma/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Writers and intellectuals critical of Qatar are free to visit the country and share their opinions, even if they differ from the government’s...
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Strong winds, scattered rain in the forecast as temps drop in Qatar
Jaimee Haddad/FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. The sudden onset of cold weather in Qatar has prompted many residents to bundle up over the past few days, with overcast, windy conditions...
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Perfumes and lotions with ‘offensive’ names removed from Qatar stores
CosmonikiStrawberries and Champagne lotion. Authorities in Qatar have seized a number of perfumes and scented lotions from store shelves this week after getting complaints about their labels. On...
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Qatar telecom providers eye faster mobile data speeds
DaveLawler / FlickrPhoto for illustrative purposes only. Some smartphone owners in central Doha recently received a major speed boost last month after Ooredoo Qatar activated the latest generation of...
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Survey: Qatar residents seeking more recycling facilities
Qatar’s first e-survey of household energy consumption patterns and behavior has resulted in a call for more recycling facilities and new ways of encouraging people to save power at home. The study,...
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