Highs and lows in Qatar's media landscape
Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) partnered with Doha Film Institute (DFI) and released findings from a six-nation study of entertainment med
Qatar has smallest number of nationals using Facebook
Facebook use is remarkably low among Qataris, according to a media survey jointly overseen by the Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) and Doha
Summer woes for Central Market
With the temperature rising and conditions becoming harsher by the day, many residents have called for a revamp of the vegetable and fruits section
Katara to be transformed into a global tourism destination
Katara Cultural Village will be transformed into a global cultural and tourism destination once the next stage of development projects are complete
Doha Forum 2014 kicks off today
Doha Forum will celebrate its 14th edition this year in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, w
Fish prices soar after diesel price hike
Fish is becoming expensive thanks to a sudden hike in the prices of diesel.
High water consumption in Qatar
Qatar’s annual per capita consumption of water is more than 12 times the amount of renewable water available but its usage is substantially lower t
Sheesha and cigarettes main causes of lung cancer
In the Middle East, men are at a higher risk of developing lung cancer because they smoke more, but the trend is also rising among women.
Four more airlines will operate from HIA
Four international airlines — Etihad Airways, Kuwait Airways, Sri Lankan Airlines and Royal Jordanian — are expected to start operation from Hamad
Is naming and shaming erring outlets effective?
The name and shame policy of the government, under which names of erring eateries and food outlets are put on a website, has evoked a mixed respons
Weather forecast - Brace yourselves for a windy day
The Weather Bureau has forecast strong winds during the day today (Saturday), both inshore and offshore, and high seas by afternoon.
Doha among top 20 polluted cities
The Qatari capital Doha has been placed among the top 20 cities with the highest pollution levels in the world, according to data released by World
Contaminated mushrooms recalled from market
Doha Municipality has recalled 950kg of imported mushrooms from the market after they were found contaminated by a poisonous bacteria
Firms to comply with law banning double insurance
Private insurance companies have been given one-year grace period to comply with the law banning double insurance.
Al Furjan Markets will reduce congestion in Doha
Ministry of Economy and Commerce has launched a new concept, titled Al Furjan Markets, to bring together different commercial entities like bakerie
Bus service to HIA a relief for workers
Mowasalat’s public transport buses to Hamad International Airport (HIA) have come as a great relief to a large number of workers and others for who
Campaign to prevent thefts in Qatar
A group of employees of shops and commercial complexes were given tips on how to prevent thefts and other crimes during an awareness campaign organ
549 students graduate from Qatar Foundation
A total of 549 students from the Education City of Qatar Foundation (QF) were presented with graduation rings at a ceremonial event in the presence
Carmina Burana and The Planets in QNCC Concert
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra presents, Carmina Burana and The Planets Concert.
Survey: Qatar backs WC 2022
Over 60 percent of participants in a survey in Qatar revealed that their sense of belonging has increased as a result of the country being named as
Etihad unveils world's first private multi-room cabin on a plane
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled the world’s first private multi-room cabin on a commercial passenger
'Help Us Help You' campaign at Landmark mall
In an effort to raise awareness among children, adults and families about the necessary guidelines that must be followed in emergency situations, H
SEC might permit schools to increase fees
There is a possibility that private schools might be permitted to increase their tuition and transport fee in the next academic year due to rising
Qatar considers second terminal at new Hamad airport
Qatar could add a second terminal to its new airport ahead of the 2022 Fifa World Cup if passenger growth outpaces projections, according to the ch
Qatar's sovereign wealth fund takes full control of Qatar Airways
Qatar's sovereign wealth fund has bought the stakes in its national airline owned by a former prime minister and other shareholders, making Qatar A