Qatar Airways, the country’s national airline, issued a travel alert announcing temporary suspensions and adjustments to its flights to different destinations in the Middle East. While flights to Iraq, Iran, and Lebanon, were suspended, flights to Amman, Jordan will operate only during the daytime.
The inaugural Qatar Boat Show 2024 will be held at the Old Doha Port from November 6 to 9. The much-anticipated marine event will feature luxury superyachts and marine vessels, industry innovations, thrilling watersports activities, entertainment, and exquisite dining experiences.
Qatar Airways has taken the future of in-flight connectivity to greater heights by operating the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 aircraft from Doha to London on Tuesday. Qatar Airways will introduce 12 Boeing 777-300 aircraft, equipped with Starlink, by the end of 2024. The technology will be rolled out on its entire Boeing 777 fleet in 2025, with the Airbus A350 fleet following in the summer of 2025.
Qatar strongly condemns the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyards, calling it a violation of international law and an act of provocation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges the international community to protect Jerusalem’s sanctities and reiterates Qatar’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause.
Legendary Spanish player Xavi Hernandez, who had a memorable playing and coaching career at Qatari club Al Sadd, was on a break since exiting the top job at Spanish giants FC Barcelona. According to reports, it may soon change as he is touted as a top contender for the job of coaching the Qatar national team.
The Lusail International Circuit, hosts of the country’s different regional and international motorsport races, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Aspire Zone Foundation to deliver a seamless experience for fans and teams at the upcoming F1 race. The collaboration will further elevate the Circuit’s capabilities, ensuring an even higher standard of thrilling experiences for motorsport enthusiasts from around the world.
Khalil Al Haya, a member of Hamas’ political bureau, confirmed that its leader, Yahya Sinwar, had been martyred in an armed clash with the Israeli occupation forces in the Tel Al Sultan neighborhood in Rafah. He said Hamas would continue fighting until the establishment of a Palestinian state on all Palestinian land, with Jerusalem as its capital.
The Qatar Meteorology Department has forecast rainy weather in the country during the weekend. The QMD said both Friday and Saturday are likely to witness thundershowers, associated with strong wind and poor visibility at times.
Are you feeling lucky today? Then head over to Mall of Qatar, and you may ride home with a brand new Land Rover Defender. When you spend QAR200 at any one of Mall of Qatar’s stores, you will be entered into the lucky draw. The last date for participation is December 30.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, speaking at a meeting with European Union leaders in Brussels, Belgium, called for urgent ceasefires to Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon. He also stressed the importance of establishing a separate Palestinian state. The 27-nation EU is seeking to work more closely with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in addressing conflicts in both the Middle East and Ukraine.
Visit Qatar and Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, signed an agreement on Wednesday to launch a dedicated Visit Qatar television channel. The soon-to-be-launched TV channel will showcase the country as a premium travel destination. Hotels in Qatar will feature the channel in all guest rooms, giving visitors an opportunity to explore the country’s tourism offerings and stay updated about ongoing events.
The long-running rivalry between British boxer and YouTuber Ali Loui Al Fakri and American Sulieman ‘Slim’ Albaher will come to a head at the Lusail Sports Arena on November 28, during the ‘Qatar: The Supercard’ event. The colossal MF Middleweight championship fight will be accompanied by a number of other high-profile contests.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani presided over the inauguration of the fourth ordinary session of the first legislative term, corresponding to the 53rd annual session of the Shura Council, at the Tamim bin Hamad Hall at the Shura Council’s headquarters on Tuesday. Here is a complete translation of the speech Sheikh Tamim made on the occasion.
Football fans, get ready! Tickets for the highly anticipated Legends El Clásico match between Real Madrid and Barcelona legends are officially on sale. This thrilling friendly will bring together iconic players from two of the world’s greatest football clubs, reigniting the legendary rivalry in a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Qetaifan Projects, the real estate developer for Qetaifan Island North and a subsidiary of Katara Hospitality, announced Global School Management (GSM) as the entity that will operate the upcoming school at its property. The school on Qetaifan Island North will offer education from kindergarten to pre-university, following both British curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) system, with a capacity of 1,600 students.
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani was briefed on key real estate development projects in the country during his visit to the 2nd Qatar Real Estate Forum on Monday. He attended a high-level panel on Real Estate Investment Opportunities where the panellists applauded the Qatari government’s incentives which played a key role in increasing projects in Qatar.
The Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar exhibitions, co-located with Cityscape Qatar, brings together some of the world’s leading brands, experts, and decision-makers in the fields of design and construction. The exhibitions feature live product demos showcasing a range of products, services, systems, and solutions, along with networking opportunities. The exhibitions conclude today.
The Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar exhibitions, co-located with Cityscape Qatar, brings together some of the world’s leading brands, experts, and decision-makers in the fields of design and construction. The exhibitions feature live product demos showcasing a range of products, services, systems, and solutions, along with networking opportunities. The exhibitions conclude today.
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