Author: News Desk

Doha: The short track ice racing competitions of the Schools Olympic Program ended yesterday evening. The event was organized by the Qatar Winter Sports Committee in cooperation with the Qatar  School Sports Federation. It lasted for two days at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena, in a competitive atmosphere that showed the growing level of young sports talents in Qatar. The competitions, which marked the final event of the committee’s activities this year, saw wide participation from students. A total of 32 boys from five schools qualified for the finals, along with 17 girls from three schools. The races were…

Doha: QNB Group has been named “Sustainable Lender of the Year” at the Middle East Transition Finance Awards 2026, organized by Environmental Finance.  The award, decided by an independent panel of industry experts, recognizes the bank’s role in advancing sustainable finance and supporting economic growth across the Middle East and Africa. By the end of 2025, QNB Group’s sustainable financing portfolio had reached approximately $11.34 billion, marking a 21% increase compared with the previous year. The growth was driven by expansion in green, social and sustainability-linked loans, as well as increased participation in sustainable syndications. The group said it had…

Doha: The Ministry of Interior has urged the public to immediately report any unidentified objects or debris suspected to be remnants of intercepted missiles or drones found at sea within the country’s territorial waters. In a statement posted on its official account on platform X, the Ministry stressed that such objects must only be handled by the competent authorities, warning that they may contain hazardous materials that pose a risk to public safety. The Ministry further urged the public not to approach or touch such objects, and to report them immediately by calling 999, so that the necessary measures can…

Doha: HE Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah affirmed that workers across the ministry’s various sectors represent the backbone of Qatar’s municipal sector, praising their efforts and vital role in serving the community. Marking International Workers’ Day, observed annually on May 1, His Excellency noted that workers have consistently demonstrated high levels of efficiency and commitment under various conditions and challenges, with their continued contributions playing a tangible role in supporting comprehensive development, enhancing municipal services, and improving overall performance across sectors. HE the Minister of Municipality expressed his sincere appreciation to all workers, commending their…

Doha: Arab Museum of Modern Art (Mathaf) has launched a major exhibition titled Resolutions: Evolving Realities as part of its 15th anniversary program, reflecting on its origins while highlighting its future direction. Opened on April 30 and running until August 22, 2026, the exhibition spans the museum’s Atrium and Ground Floor Galleries and brings together key works from its early years alongside new artistic productions. It also features the world premiere of a large-scale sculptural work by Iraqi artist Ismail Fattah, created during an artist residency that predated the museum’s opening as a public institution in 2010. The exhibition revisits works first…

Sao Tome: HE President of the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe, Carlos Vila Nova, received the credentials of HE Yousef bin Mohammed Al Hail as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary (Non-Resident) to the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe. HE the Ambassador conveyed the greetings of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to HE the President of the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe and His Highness’ wishes of good health and happiness to His Excellency, and for the government and people of the Republic of Sao Tome and Principe continued progress and prosperity. In turn,…

Doha: Visit Qatar, in partnership with Qatar Challenge Racing Club (Samla), has announced the return of the Samla International Race, set to take place on January 23, 2027.The upcoming edition will once again welcome male and female participants from around the world to compete in one of Qatar’s most demanding endurance races. First launched in 2017, the Samla Race has established itself as a key fixture on Qatar’s sports calendar. As the official partner of the international edition, Visit Qatar continues to support initiatives that strengthen the country’s position as a leading destination for sports tourism and large-scale international events.…

Doha: HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani attended the final races of the annual Purebred Arabian Camel Racing Festival for HH the Amir’s Sword (2025–2026 season) on Thursday at Al Shahaniya Camel Racetrack. His Highness presented gold trophies to the winners of the four main races for Al Hail and Al Zamoul competitions (open rounds) for camels owned by Their Excellencies the Sheikhs. “Dawlah”, owned by Al Riyasah, won the Golden Sword in the Open Hail race, while “Al Qaheediya” from Al Shahaniya camels secured the Golden Shalfa in the Omani Al Hail race. In the Al Zamoul races,…

Beirut: HE Speaker of the Parliament of the sisterly Republic of Lebanon, Nabih Berri met Thursday with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Lebanon, Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. Discussion during the meeting, dealt with bilateral relations and ways to support and strengthen them, in addition to developments in Lebanon and the region. HE the Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament hailed the State of Qatar’s ongoing efforts to support Lebanon, praising its unwavering support for the Lebanese people. For his part, HE the Ambassador affirmed the State of Qatar’s firm commitment to supporting Lebanon under all circumstances, especially…

Sanya, China: The 6th Asian Beach Games closed on Thursday in south China’s tropical Sanya, with the closing ceremony held at the seaside Yasha Park. Olympic Council of Asia President Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani declared the Games closed as fireworks lit up the sky above Sanya Bay. From April 22 to 30, more than 1,600 athletes from all 45 OCA members competed across 14 sports, 15 disciplines and 62 events. The Games marked the first time China’s Hainan Province has hosted a continental-level beach sports event, and the first major international sporting event since the Hainan Free Trade…