Author: News Desk

Doha: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani held a telephone conversation on Saturday with HE Prime Minister-designate of the Republic of Iraq Ali Faleh Al Zaidi. At the beginning of the call, HH the Amir congratulated HE the Iraqi Prime Minister on his appointment to form the Iraqi government, wishing him success in fulfilling his duties and achieving the aspirations of the brotherly Iraqi people for further progress and prosperity. HH the Amir affirmed the State of Qatar’s unwavering support for the Republic of Iraq and its brotherly people, standing by their side and supporting all efforts aimed…

Doha: Qatar Airways announced the return of passenger flights to Baghdad (BGW), Basra (BSR), and Erbil (EBL) in Iraq, starting on May 10, 2026, as the airline continues to reinstate its network across the Middle East. In a statement on Saturday, Qatar Airways also announced that it will reintroduce freighter services to Baghdad from May 7, 2026, further supporting cargo flows. These resumptions follow the airline’s recent announcements confirming the return of daily passenger services to Dubai (DXB) and Sharjah (SHJ), and to Bahrain (BAH), Damascus (DAM) and Kozhikode (CCJ), providing passengers with greater flexibility and enhanced connectivity across the…

Doha: As the academic year enters its final stretch, Qatar National Library (QNL) invited students, parents, and lifelong learners to a month of shared experiences designed to inform and inspire. Taking center stage is the Murshidi program, an academic and career mentoring initiative connecting students with leading professionals from Education City and across Qatar. Running every Saturday in May, the program offers personalized guidance on university applications and career paths. The series features a special session on 9 May, “My Next Step,” where Dr. Shaker Lashuel and Jacqueline L. Nottingham will lead an interactive Q&A to help students and their…

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced the launch of an advanced amyloid brain PET-CT imaging service, the first of its kind in the country, delivered through the nuclear medicine and molecular imaging section of the Clinical Imaging Department.  This step represents a significant advancement in the early diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases. Amyloid imaging using PET enables the non-invasive detection of beta-amyloid deposits in the brain, which are key pathological markers of Alzheimer’s disease. This technology helps differentiate Alzheimer’s from other forms of dementia and supports precise treatment decisions, particularly in complex or diagnostically uncertain cases. The introduction of this…

Doha: Qatar Social and Cultural Center for Blind (QSCCB) organized an awareness lecture titled “Discover Your Strength: Self-Awareness and the Power of Communication,” as part of its ongoing efforts to promote awareness and develop members’ personal skills. The lecture, delivered by mental health specialist and life skills coach, Tarek Mohamedin, highlighted the importance of self-awareness amid rapid societal changes and the pressures they bring, stressing that understanding oneself is the first step toward meaningful personal development. It also addressed the impact of social media on patterns of thinking and behavior, emphasizing the need for conscious adaptation to contemporary realities, and…

Doha: Visit Qatar, in collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain, has launched a limited-edition macaron collection in partnership with renowned French pastry chef Pierre Hermé, blending Parisian craftsmanship with Qatari culinary heritage. The collaboration forms part of a wider, multi-layered campaign centred around Paris Saint-Germain’s match against Lorient on May 2 at Parc des Princes. The campaign combines prominent in-stadium visibility, including Visit Qatar’s branding on the team’s jersey, with a targeted activation through Pierre Hermé giveaways at the PSG Store in Paris, extending engagement with fans beyond the pitch. As part of this initiative, Pierre Hermé has created an exclusive macaron…

Philippines: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. received HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani in a landmark meeting that sealed Cebu City’s hosting rights for the 7th Asian Beach Games and affirmed the Philippines’ growing stature in Asian sport.In a meeting that bridged sport and statecraft, President Marcos welcomed the President of the Olympic Council of Asia to discuss the deepening partnership between the Philippines and Asia’s highest sports authority. The talks covered strategies to strengthen sports cooperation and advance the Olympic movement across the continent, with both leaders aligning on a vision to elevate beach and aquatic sports in the…

Doha: Visit Qatar in collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain, has launched an official reveal video featuring PSG players wearing the Club’s special-edition jersey featuring the Visit Qatar logo. The collaboration forms part of a wider, multi-layered campaign centred around Paris Saint-Germain’s match against Lorient on May 2nd. The campaign combines prominent in-stadium visibility, including Visit Qatar’s branding on the team’s jersey, with city-wide activations across Paris, designed to engage fans and audiences beyond the pitch. The video highlights the collaboration through a dynamic visual narrative that brings together sport, culture and global storytelling. By placing the jersey at the centre of…

Led by HE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs, Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, Qatar’s high-level delegation arrived in Seoul this week to convert HH The Amir’s commitment into action, targeting AI, semiconductors, biotechnology, and robotics as the new pillars of a reborn bilateral partnership. Seoul, S. Korea: Qatar made a significant statement this week by sending one of its most important trade delegations in years to Seoul. The visit followed a direct promise from HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to South Korea’s envoy Kang Hoon-sik, signaling that both sides were ready to move quickly from…

Geneva: The State of Qatar has reiterated the importance of eliminating racism and racial discrimination in all its forms, highlighting steps taken to promote equality, tolerance, and social cohesion. The statement was delivered by Deputy Permanent Representative of the Permanent Delegation of the State of Qatar to the UN Office in Geneva, Jawhara bint Abdulaziz Al Suwaidi, during an informal meeting of the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination with states parties to the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. She said the State of Qatar had adopted policies and plans aimed at fostering…