Tickets are now on sale for the Eraserheads: Huling El Bimbo World Tour Live in Doha, taking place on December 13, 2024, at QNCC. This concert marks the iconic band's first performance in Qatar and their final tour, making it a must-see event for fans.
Qatar Foundation’s Education City is continuing to establish itself as an inclusive hub for sports and an activity centre for people of all ages and skill levels, throughout the year. Registrations are open for competitions, organised by Qatar Foundation, which will be a part of National Sports Day 2025.
Pass, a pioneering technology startup based in Qatar, has successfully raised over QAR10m in its latest pre-Series A funding round. This major achievement underscores the company’s growing influence in revolutionizing supply chain logistics and delivering fast, reliable services that enhance daily life.
Doha will host three matches of the revamped 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup — featuring standalone competitions between champions of six different continental federations. The final, with European champions Real Madrid as one of the teams, will be held at the iconic Lusail Stadium. Stadium 974 will feature two games.
Qatar has strongly condemned the killing and wounding of several Lebanese journalists during a recent Israeli raid targeting their residences in Beirut. The early morning airstrike targeted journalists as they slept at a guesthouse in southeast Lebanon. It was one of the deadliest attacks on the media since hostilities broke out across the border a year ago.
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.
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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.
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