Eclipse&the rising sun - time lapse video from Qatar

Jewel of the Seas arrived at Doha Port

#RoyalCaribbean's Jewel of the Seas arrived at #DohaPort on her maiden call to #Qatar. An estimated total of 3260 passengers and crew disembarked to explore the country. #cruise
#2019-20season#MwaniQatar#QatarsGatewayToMarineTourism pic.twitter.com/AdiEddsO2q

— Mwani Qatar (@MwaniQtr) December 25, 2019

Qurdi - Qatar e-Nature

Grown around rocky and sandy areas, Qurdi is a native shrub that can be used for several medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds and stomach aches. To find out more about herbs in Qatar and their uses, visit https://t.co/l2b7dPZb7k. #Nature #Wildlife #Doha #Qatar #Natural pic.twitter.com/TKH7GeVuJK

— Qatar e-Nature (@Qatar_eNature) December 25, 2019

"Annular eclipse" in Al Thuraya Katara

Enjoy watching the wonderful "Annular eclipse" in Al Thuraya #Planetarium at #Katara building 41, On Thursday, 26 December 2019, at 5:30-8 AM
Open invitation#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/gAVRuGshxu

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 25, 2019

e-Service | Apply for Qatar Visas

🔗 https://t.co/bXSkqE6FAl

This service enables the applicants around the globe to apply online for a Qatar visas to visit the State of Qatar and attend the events hosted in the country.#Qatardigitalgov #Qatar pic.twitter.com/tvuWuxbmTu

— حكومي - قطر (@HukoomiQatar) December 25, 2019

Qatar National Day Fireworks

Thank you Oryx FM for the wonderful photos 

"Annular eclipse" - Planetarium Katara - 26 December 2019

Enjoy watching the wonderful "Annular eclipse" in Al Thuraya #Planetarium at #Katara building 41, On Thursday, 26 December 2019, at 5:30-8 AM
Open invitation#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/5VZaYKOUdQ

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 17, 2019

QATAR NATIONAL DAY at ROYA LPLAZA DOHA

Grand National Day Celebrations at Doha Festival City

Cultural activities await you and your family at your one and only destination this National Day!

📆 Date Timing:
December 12th to 18th 2019
4pm - 10pm (Sunday-Wednesday)
3pm - 10pm (Thursday-Saturday)

 PEARL BOOTH
Explore and learn more about pearl jewelry-making and fishernet making with the experts.
📍 Location: Near Customer Service Desk, First Floor

 MINI SOUQ

Enjoy your free henna and discover traditional carpet making.
📍 Location: Near South Food Court, Ground Floor

SIDRA TREE

We invite you to show your love for our nation, Qatar. Leave your note at the Sidra Tree, take a photo and tag #SidraTreeatDHFC for a chance to win prizes.
📍 Location: Near Monoprix, Ground Floor

 LIVE PAINTING

Local artists will be spotted in the bridge as they go about painting live two walls. Canvases on easels showcasing artworks by different artists are also on display.
📍 Location: Center Court, First Floor; Near West Court 1, Ground Floor

 LIVE JAZZ BAND AT QND LOUNGE

Don't miss the live performance at our traditional National Day Lounge where you can also enjoy free Arabic coffee and dates. 📍 Location: Luxury Area, First Floor.

Aspire Zone Foundation - National Day Celebrations 2019 in Aspire Park

مؤسسة أسباير زون تدعوكم للمشاركة في احتفالات اليوم الوطني ٢٠١٩ في حديقة أسباير، ١٢-١٨ ديسمبر

Aspire Zone Foundation invites you to National Day Celebrations 2019 in Aspire Park, 12-18 December#Qatar #QatarNationalDay #QND2019 #المعالي_كايده #قطر #اليوم_الوطني_القطري pic.twitter.com/WcPTIztLr7

— Aspire Zone (@aspirezone) December 9, 2019

Shahry 5G plans - Ooredoo Qatar

It’s all new and exciting at Ooredoo! Check out our new Shahry 5G plans packed with awesome benefits: - With endless internet you’ll never run out of data
- New add-ons will allow you to tailor pack for your needs
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— Ooredoo Qatar (@OoredooQatar) December 10, 2019

chance of rain to weaken gradually during coming hours

Cloudy skies over the country and latest observations show the onset of northwesterly winds causing the chance of rain to weaken gradually during coming hours. We'd like to remind you that marine warnings remain in effect. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/6vhe0DDsiu

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) December 10, 2019

Just another rainy day in Qatar

أمطار الخير بإذن الله قبل قليل في #دخان غرب البلاد حيث تسجل أعلى كمية أمطار حتى هذه اللحظة.#قطر pic.twitter.com/Pi7eWbADMW

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) December 9, 2019

 Take extra care . Avoid sea  and try to stay indoor. The rainy  weather conditions will be the strongest today  then  it will last until Wednesday .

Whose cuisine is being exported into the world?

Which countries dominate the world’s dinner tables? Whose cuisine is being exported into the world? Source: https://t.co/61Dv4B3aeb pic.twitter.com/0nRfq9X0zL

— Simon Kuestenmacher (@simongerman600) December 7, 2019

 Wow !  I was really shocked that the Italian cuisine is exported so much in the world . Also Japan as second winner surprised me .  I thought  that eating sushi is a bit of subcultural  thing .
Two Middle Eastern cuisine is among the most  exported  : Turkey and Egypt .

World's Best Pizza Chef - red white green Kitchen Towel

by lumirala

Come meet me in the sky ...

33 hot air balloons from 13 countries - numbers in Qatar

33 hot air balloons from 13 countries




what to expect : international teams ( UK, Germany, Lithuania, USA, Italy, Croatia, Portugal, Ireland, France, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands and Qatar )
spectacular views - 33 hot air balloons from 13 countries
live music
kids entertainment
culinary offerings

more info 

Aspire Tower in Doha ,Qatar Canvas Print

Aspire Tower in Doha ,Qatar Canvas Print

by almawad

Aspire Tower in Doha ,Qatar on a beautiful spring like day in December in Doha , Qatar .It was built as a focal point for 2006 Asian games .It has 51 floors and it is 300 metres tall . For the time being the tallest building in Qatar .It was designed by Hadi Simaan .Original photo on canvas by Alma Wad . Nice gift for anyone who loves Qatar , modern architecture , games . This canvas print is set now for the smallest size - you can choose larger and thicker options as well .

Did you know ? Torch Tower - Aspire Zone

salmon sushi rolls - photo square wall clock

salmon sushi rolls - photo square wall clock

by almawad

Three salmon sushi rolls are served on a plate . Original photo by Alma Wad . Great wall clock for the gourmet.

Where to have conveyor belt style sushi buffet in Qatar

You can  enjoy a variety of sushi in a Japanese conveyor belt at Oishi Sushi restaurant , at 2nd floor of Royal plaza in Al Sadd street !
Sushi Rolls include – but is not limited to - Royal, Fire Cracker, Tempura, California, Oishi, Salmon Maki, Tuna Maki, Chicken Sushi, Beef Sushi and Dynamite Shrimp
Nigiri Sushi items include – but is not limited to – Salmon, White Fish and Ebi
Edamame and Japanese Mochi (dessert)  available, too!

 Now you can get discount if you buy vouchers at Qgrabs .  Those are only  for Saturday brunches .

 This  is my number one place of Japanese cuisine in Doha .

Nabulsi Kunafa - where can I find it in Qatar ?

استمتع بطعم الكنافة بالجبنة النابلسية مع بداية الاسبوع في #كتارا مطعم البيسانة
للإستفسار:44081200#قطر #الوعد2022#كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات

Enjoy the Kunafa with Nabulsi cheese this beginning of the week! at Albisana restaurant in #Katara
For inquiries: 44081200#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/AO8T7ssUJl

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 3, 2019

  The answer is :
 Albisana restaurant -  Katara

UN Deputy Secretary-General - Amina J Mohamed - Qatar National Library

Want to attend our upcoming #ECSpeakerSeries with Deputy Secretary-General of the @UN @AminaJMohammed, but can’t make it to the event? We got you covered! We'll be livestreaming her talk on Twitter. Stay tuned for more information! pic.twitter.com/kiy4Q3q5BI

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) December 5, 2019

Spinel Necklace - MIA Qatar - Exhibition

#Setinstonemia Exhibition Object Highlight
Precious Stones Section

Spinel Necklace
Mughal 17th century CE (spinels)20th century CE (mounting)
Drilled and inscribed spinels pic.twitter.com/S6NHnTXKNo

— MuseumofIslamicArt (@MIAQatar) December 2, 2019

Doha Metro Green Line starting 10 December 2019

We are pleased to announce the launch of the preview service for the Doha Metro Green Line starting 10 December 2019. The preview service will also include the opening of the following stations on the Red Line: Hamad Intl Airport, Katara, Qatar University & Lusail pic.twitter.com/RZo0WnpbZx

— Doha Metro & Lusail Tram (@metrotram_qa) December 5, 2019

95,000 journeys a day - Doha Metro

Yesterday was a momentous day for Qatar. 95,000 journeys were made using the Doha Metro, this really is changing the way we move. Thank you! pic.twitter.com/TvkOxzUEhR

— Qatar Rail (@qrc_official) December 3, 2019

Arabian Horse World Championship - Salon Du Cheval - in Paris - Platinum Prize

Mane Event! #AlShaqabArabians are competing today in the Arabian Horse World Championship - Salon Du Cheval - in Paris, from November 29 – December 1. To date, Al Shaqab has won 7 World Champion Stallions title. #Go_AlShaqab #AlShaqab pic.twitter.com/K5zxE1o3mH

— Al Shaqab (@AlShaqab) November 30, 2019

HARIRY AL SHAQAB, owned by Al Shaqab “Member of Qatar Foundation”, winning the Platinum Prize at the conclusion of the Arabian Horse World Championship in Paris, repeating KAHIL AL SHAQAB’s victory in last year renewal.#QREC #QATAR pic.twitter.com/htQxciruFj

— نادي السباق والفروسية (@Q_REC) December 2, 2019

9th traditional Dhow Festival - Katara Beach - 3-16 December

مشاركة الفرقة التركية برقصة شعبية خلال افتتاح #مهرجان_كتارا_للمحامل_التقليدية في نسخته التاسعة 2019
الدعوة عامة #قطر #الوعد2022 #كتارا #كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات #كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية pic.twitter.com/OF9dj1tmDI

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 3, 2019

The time has come for @KataraQatar’s 9th traditional Dhow Festival! Visit Katara beach between 3-16 December and join in the exciting activities. pic.twitter.com/UWLVEOMSuF

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) December 3, 2019

Don't miss the 9th edition of Katara Traditional Dhow Festival 2019, organized by the Italian Embassy. 3-16 Dec at Katara learn about Italian traditions at sea, music, crafts, delicacies in our stand Casa Italia #Katara_traditional_Dhows_Festival2019 #ItalianTaste2019 pic.twitter.com/5pSeZpq2OW

— Follow Italy in Qatar (@FollowItalyinQa) November 30, 2019

يمثل #مهرجان_كتارا_للمحامل_التقليدية النسخة التاسعة فرصة للتعرف على الموروث البحري
الدعوة عامة #كتارا #قطر #الوعد2022 #كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات #كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية pic.twitter.com/qmgAQlabXW

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 3, 2019

Qatar’s Strongest Man 2019

إن كنت ترى في نفسك القدرة على التحدي وإحراز اللقب، سجل الآن!

If you believe you are fit enough to take the challenge and snatch the title, register now!https://t.co/D8eBqEsB87 #QSM2019 pic.twitter.com/xTtmmJXdsy

— Aspire Zone (@aspirezone) November 21, 2019

Friday, 13 December 2019 , from 4pm

at Aspire Park

Expect challenges like : truck pulling, sand bag lifting, weight lifting, giant wheel tire pushing, and car lifting
registration fee 100 QR


Testing: Weekends of 29th November and 6th December 2019

Costa Diadema Cruise Ship received at Doha Port

H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Secretary General of QNTC and officials from @MOTC_QA, @MwaniQtr, Al Tawfeeq and Inchcape among others were present to receive Costa Diadema at #Doha Port today.@qatarairwaysar pic.twitter.com/5hSNT1joqs

— National Tourism Council - المجلس الوطني للسياحة (@NTC_Qatar) November 27, 2019

Musical Festival in Qatar - Pop , Electronic ,Middle Eastern

What's your favourite kind of music?🎸🎙️🎛️
We have pop, electronic, and Middle Eastern sounds coming to Doha from 5 December for #QatarLive. Check out the schedule and book your tickets today at https://t.co/qt8PWhewvQ. pic.twitter.com/5Nf6H1vzia

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) November 20, 2019

 If I were a rich man  -  😉  I would go and see some Middle Eastern stars and Katy Perry . But the prices are high  - I can not even pay it for my teen who would like to go .Luckily , we have already been to a Cheb Khalid concert for free some years ago . Good luck to the festival !

Are you a fan of music from the Middle East? As part of #QatarLive, we are bringing some of the region's most famous artists to Doha to perform for residents, visitors, and football fans. https://t.co/NqhgxWQHFd pic.twitter.com/yVkcuoHMOS

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) November 19, 2019

How to get HMC health card - step by step guide

Have you tried using an HMC #health card?https://t.co/svfh06qgMf#StayTuned #Doha #healthcaretech #healthy #QatarLive #Qatar2019 #قطر

— Meddy Qatar (@MeddyQatar) November 20, 2019

Riding Academy at Al Shaqab

#AlShaqab features a full-service Riding Academy offering curriculum and facilities to teach all levels from preliminary/novice level, right up to advanced/competition level. #Go_AlShaqab pic.twitter.com/J0e1fhSTJt

— Al Shaqab (@AlShaqab) November 27, 2019

Friday Sales in Qatar -2019 end of November

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World Toilet Day

Billions worldwide lack access to safely-managed sanitation, with poor & marginalized people disproportionately affected.

On Tuesday's #WorldToiletDay, see how the #GlobalGoals aim to ensure access to sanitation for all by 2030. https://t.co/HLx87eF7EL pic.twitter.com/wykVNx3O9G

— United Nations (@UN) November 19, 2019

To a stranger, Jack Sim is a man obsessed with toilets - but to those who know him, he is 'Mr Toilet', a crusader for global sanitation https://t.co/wjGH8Mam7Z [via @AJWitness] #WorldToiletDay

— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) November 19, 2019

MIA Qatar - Qatar India Year of Culture - curator led tour

VCUarts Qatar Art History alumna Tamadur Al Shamlan will be giving a curator-led tour of the @MIAQatar's special exhibition for Qatar India Year of Culture, tomorrow (Wednesday) from 12-1PM. The tour will be given in Arabic. Find out more at https://t.co/ZuYIinltat pic.twitter.com/XvJoBXxv12

— VCUarts Qatar (@VCUQatar) November 19, 2019

Doha Metro Gold Line - from November 21

We are pleased to announce the launch of the preview service for the Doha Metro Gold Line, Visit https://t.co/C6X8j7wwjG for more information.#ChangingTheWayWeMove pic.twitter.com/nrTkb11Gdv

— Qatar Rail (@qrc_official) November 19, 2019

waterspout swirling offshore Halul Island - Qatar

This video posted on Twitter handle @hamadlahdan shows a waterspout swirling towards dark skies offshore Halul Island in #Qatar. A #waterspout is an intense columnar vortex (usually appearing as a funnel-shaped cloud) that occurs over a body of water.@Qatar_Weather pic.twitter.com/Y6irkQjpGA

— Qatar Tribune (@Qatar_Tribune) November 18, 2019

الأجواء على سيف #رويس الآن من عدسة الأخ عبدالله الهيدوس.
أسعد الله أوقاتكم #قطر pic.twitter.com/FtiIiU6yXi

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) November 19, 2019

Traditional Dhows in Doha port - greeting cards

Traditional Dhows in Doha port

by almawad

Traditional Dhows in Doha port - blue sky with some white clouds/sea and the modern city with its tower buildings far in the distance . Traditional and modern values in Qatar . It is an exciting topic that is featured often in Alma Wad's urban art . This digital painting is a piece of original art printed on this item . __________________ All rights reserved !

11 countries to participate in International Dhows Festival - 2019

The 9th #Katara International Dhows Festival will witness a Large participation of 11 countries including: #Qatar, #Kuwait, #Oman, #Iraq, #Turkey, #Iran, #India, #Zanzibar, #Spain, #Italy & #Greece#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/bxgpjWtznL

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) November 12, 2019

From 26 to 30 November 2019  -   a maritime heritage festival   ...

Rural population as share of total, 2016 - Qatar: 1%

Rural population as share of total, 2016.

India: 67%
Pakistan: 61%
Nigeria: 51%
China: 43%
South Africa: 35%
Italy: 31%
Turkey: 26%
Russia: 26%
Mexico: 20%
France: 20%
US: 18%
UK: 17%
Saudi: 17%
Brazil: 14%
Japan: 6%
Qatar: 1%

(World Bank)

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) November 15, 2019

 Qatar is at the bottom of the chart . It was very strange to me when I moved here  that there are almost no villages and village tourism here . The other thing that I found strange that local people living in the big city escape to another big city for their summer vacations . London is their favorite destination  .On the other hand  there are so many Indians living in Qatar and many of them come from villages . This way they represent the village culture  here . It means that it happened to me  that I faced some escaped geese or lovely roosters  while walking in  our area . That means in the center . Though it is forbidden  but it exists .

Torba Farmers Market kicks off on Nov 16 - 2019

It's farmers market season! 🥒🍅
Season 3 of Torba Farmers Market kicks off on Nov 16, and will take place every Saturday from 8am to 8pm in the Ceremonial Court! pic.twitter.com/jxtVW13hQD

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) November 15, 2019

  Expect organic vegetables ,fruit , cakes , sandwiches , coffee -  string lights in the evening . 

Which country hosts the most refugees - UNHCR

25 million refugees are generously hosted by countries around the world.

These are the countries that have stepped up for those who have lost everything. pic.twitter.com/PeNi6RWOIF

— UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency (@Refugees) November 14, 2019

Meteorologist in Training T-Shirt

Meteorologist in Training T-Shirt
by lumirala

Meteorologist in Training T-Shirt
by lumirala

November 10 - the First Great Rain marks the end of the hot season in Qatar

It was a great joy to see the rain again in Qatar .It was raining cats and dogs and refreshed the air in the city . It also made all my family feel very sleepy . Here are some videos from the twitter .

‼️نحيطكم علماً باستمرار التحذير البحري حيث تبين آخر الرصدات تجاوز سرعة الرياح ٢٢ عقدة مع أمواج تتراوح مابين ٥-٧ قدم تصل ١٠ أقدام أحياناً.
حفظكم الله #قطر pic.twitter.com/HHgL74jW4f

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) November 10, 2019

سماء #الدوحة قبل قليل.
اللهم صيباً نافعاً #قطر pic.twitter.com/TycCzt7YHC

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) November 10, 2019

Beach No: 3 reopened - Katara

we would like to inform visitors of #Katara that the Beach No: 3 reopened after the maintenance procedure, you may now enjoy this facility with your family everyday from 7:00 am till the sunset.
For more information: 70029360 - 44081985#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/9jHZnhPtWG

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) November 12, 2019

Qatar's humanitarian help arrived to Somalia

This afternoon, 44 metric tonnes of humanitarian supplies from @qatar_fund arrived in #Mogadishu destined for flood-affected communities in Southern #Somalia. More than half a million people need urgent support as @MoHADM_Somalia and the #UN coordinate the #humanitarian response. pic.twitter.com/om2p20hw1b

— UN in Somalia (@UNinSomalia) November 7, 2019

“Holiday” by KAWS - funky contemporary art at Doha Fire Station

We installed today “Holiday” by #KAWS following KAWS: HE EATS ALONE at the @DohaFireStation. The work represents the artist’s attempt to remind passers by to relax in an increasingly hectic world. I hope you enjoy seeing the work— will be on display until 17 November. #KAWSinDoha pic.twitter.com/CQeXhVlzQs

— Al Mayassa Al Thani (@almayassahamad) November 6, 2019

M5.3 strikes 118 km W of Bandar ‘Abbās - Earthquake in Iran

Felt #earthquake (#زلزله) M5.3 strikes 118 km W of Bandar ‘Abbās (#Iran) 22 min ago. Please report to: https://t.co/SwTbZeKDSm pic.twitter.com/2Msz3VQWru

— EMSC (@LastQuake) November 6, 2019

November 6 - 2019 - 10:40 am

World's Top Tourist destinations by money spent

Map shows how much money each country makes through tourism. Source: https://t.co/41f62UtcQ9 pic.twitter.com/Xh4nNBbpo9

— Simon Kuestenmacher (@simongerman600) October 30, 2019

"The Astronaut" show in Al Thuraya Planetarium - Katara - free entry 1 November 2019

لا تفوت عرض "رائد الفضاء" الرائع في #قبة_الثريا_الفلكية بـ #كتارا مبنى 41
العرض متاح مجانًا#قطر #الوعد2022#كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات#كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية

Don't miss "The Astronaut" show in Al Thuraya #Planetarium at #Katara building 41
Free entry#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/6bTs7xNpl8

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) October 31, 2019

“Writing a Fantasy Novel” Workshop in English - Katara

“Writing a Fantasy Novel” Workshop in English
By the writer Kummam Almaadeed
Will be held in #Katara Art Studios, building 19
To register through the link:https://t.co/CkRSEGAN6d#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/LIl2K1vzOI

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) October 31, 2019

Traditional Arabian craftsmen

Crafts men of Arabia Card

by almawad

This photo collage features traditional Arabian jobs ;weaver ,fisher man ,confectioner .Original photos and collage by Alma Wad .

The secrets of the Omani Halwa

A sweet dish best served with coffee 🇴🇲😋☕ https://t.co/bccHQTpogg

— Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) October 29, 2019

Omani traditional games - folk traditions

An Omani  heritage group children is performing games while wearing beautiful clothes .

I frequently read or hear from Western tourists that "what makes Oman memorable is not the mountains, not the ocean, or the architecture, but the Omani people."

Hamad International Airport expansion plan

Coming soon : indoor tropical garden, a water feature, new transfer area and many other new features.

Hungarian Piano Concert at Katara Opera House

The Opera House of #Katara will host the Hungarian Piano Concert, by Misi Boros & Soma Balazs-Piri,in collaboration with the #Hungarian embassy in #Qatar & the National Cultural Fund of Hungary
Free tickets (online registration required)https://t.co/HQJmMtpOXJ#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/4RoJf1z66Z

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) October 20, 2019

shuttle bus service from and to Al Wakra Station to the Stadium - Qatar vs Oman football match

Skateboarding Park Final - ANOC World Beach Games 2019

Skateboard comes from the heart. Most of the women skaters agreed upon that, before they throw themselves into competition in the women's Skateboarding Park Final. It was an evening full of flips, runs and challenging tricks. @AWBG2019 #worldskate #skatenording #Qatar2019 pic.twitter.com/hlgDESd9Ty

— ANOC World Beach Games (@AWBG2019) October 14, 2019

science and math degrees earned by women - Middle East Education by numbers

 57 percent of all STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) graduates in Arab  countries are  women, according to Unesco
 this is only 35 % in the USA
 and from 29 % to 36 % in the EU

Special Taxis in Qatar for people with wheel chair

Good to know :

- these new minivans can fit two three wheel chairs
- equipped with all security and safety requirements
- book by calling 8008294 / through the app called k taxi

Sidra Fibroid Center - new service

 Some 80 % of women might suffer of fibroids at the age 50 / abnormal non-cancerous  growth in the womb .
 Sidra Medicine started a new service at their Sidra Fibroid Center where they are offering  solutions  without removing the womb . This is a very high quality  , modern center - the best in the area .   You might  have   fibroid  if  you are experiencing   heavy menstrual bleeding; pain; infertility and recurrent miscarriages in addition to pressure on the bladder or bowel. You do not need referral  from any doctor . Just call
for an appointment  40037113 or email  wcct@sidra.org .

  About this topic IN ARABIC 

Yoga mat - Oriental rug design

Oriental rug design in dark red and cream color yoga mat

by almawad

Oriental rug design in dark red and cream color - an antique image is PRINTED on this yoga mat - illustration from an antique book- it was edited and applied on  various items by Alma Wad .

Full Moon Yoga Session Today - October 13

 You can join  on 13th October  to the  Full Moon Yoga session and calm your mind, body and spirit through  the  relaxing , guided meditation.
When
13th October
6:30 to 7:30 PM

Where : St . Regis Hotel - Qatar

For reservations and for more details :  +974 4446 0304

World Beach Games - ANOC 2019 - opening ceremony on October 12

Stay tuned for the opening ceremony of #ANOC World Beach Games #Qatar 2019, to be held at #Katara Amphitheater on October 12, at 7 pm
Open invitation#ANOC2019 #AWBG2019 #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/K6doKE1bof

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) October 6, 2019

World Post Day Celebration at Qatar Post Office

On the occasion of “World Post Day”, celebrated annually on October 9, Qatar Post started with a special ceremony to honor the three winners of the 48th International Creative Writing Competition.#Qatarpost #WorldPostDay pic.twitter.com/WFBqSbJvTy

— QATARPOST (@QATAR_POST) October 10, 2019

10th brain bypass surgery at Hamad Medical Corporation Qatar

Late last month the neurosurgery team from Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Hamad General Hospital performed a brain bypass surgery on a 30-year-old patient from the Philippines, marking the tenth procedure performed since the introduction of the Brain Re-Vascularization Program two years ago. HMC is currently the only healthcare provider in the region to offer the surgery, which is a last-resort treatment for patients suffering from symptoms of decreased blood flow due to Moyamoya disease.

Horse in Arabic - vintage illustration

Horse in Arabic - vintage illustration Postcard

by almawad

Al Shaqab Tours - Learn more about the equestrian culture

Al Shaqab Tours

AL SHAQAB organizes tours for institutions and for the general public to raise awareness on the equestrian culture. The tours may be educational, informative or recreational.
Types of tours

Schools tours
Government agencies tours
Private and international institutions tours
Press tours
Public tours
For further information please contact:

Email:alshaqabtours@qf.org.qa


Working hours:Sunday to Thursday
From 7:30am to 3:30pm

.#AlShaqab welcomes visitors to tour around its fabulous facilities and interact with the horses in its state-of-the-art equestrian center. Book a tour for an unforgettable experience .https://t.co/annB7XiWLp #Go_AlShaqab . pic.twitter.com/vivryzBLnt

— Al Shaqab (@AlShaqab) October 6, 2019

IAAF 2019 - high jump gold for Qatar - Wow

If you're not watching the high jump, switch on @BBCTwo now!

Incredible drama as home favourite Mutaz Essa Barshim goes for gold 👉 https://t.co/haFq2V5OPb #bbcathletics #WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/qrW9wf542R

— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) October 4, 2019

What Gravity, huh?!

2.37m! 😱

🇶🇦 @mutazbarshim becomes first man in #WorldAthleticsChamps history to successfully defend a high jump title. pic.twitter.com/wuNVLLMOh0

— IAAF (@iaaforg) October 4, 2019

Thunder and lightning in Oman - flooded roads

#Oman #عمان #Ra7ma
💙🌈 pic.twitter.com/lXy2g546Ds

— رَحـمــة (@ra7ma7saif2) October 3, 2019

شاهد جريان وادي المعيدن بغزارة ويقطع الحركة المرورية بعد الامطار الغزيرة التي هطلت عصر اليوم #نزوى #الجبل_الاخضر #اكتوبر_الخير pic.twitter.com/uRDQZclLq8

— طـقـس عُـمـان (@WeatherOman) October 3, 2019

El Anatsui - Triumphant Scale - Exhibition at Mathaf Modern in Qatar

HE Sheikh Hassan bin Mohammed Al Thani has opened today our newest exhibition El Anatsui: Triumphant Scale at @MathafModern , the exhibition is largest ever survey mounted of the work of the acclaimed artist #ElAnatsui and perhaps Africa’s most prominent living artist. #Art pic.twitter.com/gSzpgzQgyu

— Al Mayassa Al Thani (@almayassahamad) September 30, 2019

Olympic and Sports Museum at Khalifa Stadium

As we welcome today world athletes of the @IAAFDoha2019 and fans at Khalifa Stadium we look forward to welcoming you soon at our @321qosm Olympic and Sports Museum at the same stadium! #Doha2019 #Qatar pic.twitter.com/dxRc92bMUy

— Al Mayassa Al Thani (@almayassahamad) October 3, 2019

Have a great day and a safe drive - Ministry of Interior Qatar

Good morning #Qatar. We welcome you all warmly on this beautiful morning.

Maintaining proper lane discipline and choosing the correct track will ease traffic bottleneck and help to avoid road accidents.

Have a great day and a safe drive. #MoIQatar pic.twitter.com/KrOyQlQFbc

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) October 1, 2019

Suhail star -lecture about astronomy

The people of Qatar and the Arabian Peninsula have always closely followed the Suhail star to know the beginning and end of the summer season by dividing the star into four parts. Join us to know scientific details about the Suhail star, its parts and its importance. This event is hosted in cooperation with the Qatar Authors Forum, the Astronomy Club at Qatar University and the Thuraya Planetarium at Katara.

Event location

Auditorium
Qatar National Library, Education City
Doha

Date: 2 October 2019

Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM

Language: Arabic and English

Target Audience: General public

Seats are limited - registration needed

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Torba Farmer's Market starts on November 16

One and a half month ahead of us - I like those markets though they are not cheap .

World Athletics Village at the Khalifa International Stadium tonight

Head to Khalifa International Stadium tonight for a taste of the world. Once inside the stadium gates, you'll be greeted by the World Athletics Village filled with culture + cuisine from around the globe 🌎#WorldAthleticsChamps pic.twitter.com/0mADgCBqjt

— IAAFDoha2019 (@IAAFDoha2019) September 30, 2019

Photo Contest celebrating the U.S.-Qatar partnership

Calling all photography-lovers!

Are you a photographer with unpublished prize-worthy photos of Qatar? Enter our #FOCI Photo Contest celebrating the U.S.-Qatar partnership for a chance to win prizes and to be exhibited in the U.S.! #QatarAmerica

All about Qatar - art & photo by Alma Wad

Qatar
by alma's design

Original art and photography by Alma Wad .All about Qatar .

Community Education Program - VCUQ

Learn new skills and deepen your understanding of art and culture with our Community Education Program. Choose from a large selection of art, design and craft courses ranging from #painting and #pottery to #robotics
Find out more at https://t.co/wIRlaupRor pic.twitter.com/3oLWptH7uI

— VCUarts Qatar (@VCUQatar) September 1, 2019

VCUarts Qatar - student exhibition - glass lamps

Our MFA in Design program will exhibit 18 one-of-a-kind digital glass lamps, or fawanees, @KataraArtCenter which were designed and made by the graduate students and faculty during an annual field study trip.

Find out more at https://t.co/t6v2ja8vMT pic.twitter.com/8uJvEV1hu4

— VCUarts Qatar (@VCUQatar) September 22, 2019

Easy riders of Egypt - women ride scooters

🇪🇬 These sisters launched a startup that provides female instructors for women in Egypt who want to learn to ride scooters 🏍️👭 https://t.co/nmxZsVPRc7

— Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) September 16, 2019

Trauma and Emergency Center at Hamad General Hospital

Desert into fertile soil - new farming technology

Beach Clean up on 20 September - volunteers wanted

Full Moon Kayak tours - 3 dates · 12 Sep – 14 Sep 2019

Full Moon Kayak tours
Everyone is welcome from age one and up to 140 kg
Fitness Level : any
Swimming Skills: not required as its mostly shallow water.

Package include:
- Kayaking Fundamentals , Safety instructions
- Kayaking Equipment (Paddle, Life-jacket, Kayak)
- 90 minutes Sunset Kayaking
- Dinner Meal
- Unlimited Refreshments (bottled water, juices)
- English / Arabic speaking Tour guides
- Certified Lifeguard Rescue/ First Aider and qualified Instructor Escort
- Photography
- Swimming Break on Purple Island
- Learning Mangroves Ecosystem's Brief
- Camp facility (Shower Water, portable toilet, changing tent, Shade, Carpeted area with floor seating, relaxing mattress, First Aid Box, Bonfire, live music, Traditional Karak with cake)

 Tickets  QAR 200
  more info 

Radio Olive Dandiya Night 2019 - Qatar

Oman Air Presents Radio Olive Dandiya Night 2019 with Radio Olive RJs.

 What to expect :  child friendly event , Dandiya music, sumptuous Indian street food and fun activities

 Where: GIWANA HALL, RADISSON BLU

  When : Friday, 4 October 2019 from 19:00-23:30

  LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE  from QAR50

 Kids under 8 years of age – free entry

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Just found on the youtube -  how to dance this dandiya dance

Share of males who survive to the age of 65.

Share of males who survive to the age of 65.  Expressed by % - in other words how many percent of the male population   reach the age 65 .

Iceland: 90%
Australia: 89%
Italy: 89%
Netherlands: 89%
Japan: 88%
Canada: 88%
UK: 87%
Germany: 85%
France: 84%
China: 83%
US: 81%
Saudi: 80%
Turkey: 78%
Brazil: 72%
Indonesia: 67%
India: 66%
Russia: 56%
Nigeria: 44%

(World Bank)

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) September 8, 2019

  more countries : Morocco 86 %
                             Oman 83 %
                             Qatar 87 % 
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conflict zones - child victims

As many children go back to school this week, we are drawing attention to the thousands of children killed in conflict zones and whose tragic loss will forever be felt in their homes, classrooms and communities. #ChildrenUnderAttack #ENDviolence https://t.co/INIBh7fDIV

— Henrietta H. Fore (@unicefchief) September 8, 2019

The world's largest military budgets

The world's largest military budgets:

🇯🇵 $50 billion
🇬🇧 $53 billion
🇫🇷 $56 billion
🇮🇳 $58 billion
🇷🇺 $63 billion
🇸🇦 $83 billion
🇨🇳 $168 billion
🇺🇸 $700 billion

What if—just maybe—we led the world not in weapons and war, but in fighting humanity's common enemy: climate change?

— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) September 8, 2019

Telepathic couple - MInd2Mind - Daily shows from 9 September - Mall of Qatar

5 DAYS TO GO 🎩🐰
Britain's Got Talent 2019 telepathic couple are here to amaze you!✨
Daily shows from 9-21 September 2019
6:30PM & 8:30PM
At the Oasis Stage🌴
⠀#Qatar #Doha #Mind2Mind #bgt pic.twitter.com/eWUqKQwRnL

— Mall of Qatar (@MALLOFQATAR) September 4, 2019

An image that shocked me today - colorful burgers

I was browsing the Qgrab offers when I found this crazy colored burgers !
Do people really ready to eat things like that ? 😲

Aqua Park Women's Day today

Qatar’s latest World Cup stadium - fully reusable

A look at Qatar’s latest World Cup stadium - the first fully reusable FIFA stadium 🏟️ pic.twitter.com/Zelrmm8wFX

— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) September 2, 2019

Ladies Only Monday Nights at the Oxygen Park

    🔴every Monday from 6 pm to 10 pm
    🔴air-conditioned walkways
    🔴  free fitness activities

Swiss mountains with Lake Lugano - painting

This piece of news about the Qatari climber who climbed up the Matterhorn mountain reminds me our journey and stay in that area . We were shocked to see some mountains there having perfect pyramid shapes . We were lucky to stay some days on the mountain called Mount Generoso .
So beautiful area . This is my painting based on a  photo  o mine. That was the view  from  the apartment .

Lake Lugano - 3 panel painting Canvas Print

by almawad

Qatari climber reached the peak of Matterhorn Mountain

Qatari climber @Fahadbadar reached the peak of Matterhorn Mountain on Sunday the 18th of August. The nearly 15,000-foot-tall mountain straddles the Swiss-Italian border, Its symmetric pyramid shape makes it the most technically difficult of European mountains to conquer.⛰️#qclimb pic.twitter.com/LQSCgQRAY1

— Alkass Digital (@alkassdigital) August 21, 2019

Hindustani instrumental Music at Katara

#Katara Drama theater, building 16, will host
An evening of "Hindustani instrumental Music"
In cooperation with the Embassy of #India in #Qatar#Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/wh2oovi99v

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) August 20, 2019

PAINT IT BLUE - SOUQ WAQIF QATAR

  Life would be much easier here if there were a way or two to reduce the temperature in the city of Doha . One idea is changing the color of the asphalt . The blue color was chosen for a road near Souq Waqif . This is an experiment .  The result will be announced in 18 months .

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Street food at Souq Waqif in Doha, Qatar

#Khaboos is Arabic flat bread made with Maida and is served with stews, hummus or dips. Street food at Souq Waqif in Doha, Qatar. #QatarFoodie #streetfood pic.twitter.com/7q8Zd5PIBU

— Qatar Foodie (@Qatar__Foodie) August 13, 2019

Rural people hard work and their poverty -facts and figures from FAO

Rural people produce 3/4 of the world's food yet these same people constitute 80% of the global poor.

We need to support our food producers. They are our #ZeroHunger heroes! pic.twitter.com/XBcQJu6hVJ

— FAO (@FAO) August 12, 2019

what can you buy by 3 billion dollars

HOT DOGS

  In Pakistan one hot dog costs around one dollar .
  The population is 200 million . So roughly everyone in the country could get 15 hot dogs from this sum of money .

or

CLEAN WATER

 

One water cleaning system price is around 100 USD - 30 billion dollar would buy 30 million families the  clean water .Almost the whole country !

PASSENGER PLANES

 3 BILLION  dollars would buy 6 of these modern A380  airbuses .

FIGHTER JETS

 Some cheaper jets can be bought for 100 million USD . So 30 billion dollars would by
30  pieces of those jets .

Now that the Emir of Qatar gave direct support to help the economy of Pakistan I investigated a bit how much food , water  , how many airplanes can  be bought by that money .
For me it is mind boggling to see that it would  provide potable water for everyone . Supposed nobody has it now .
I wonder how it will help  the economy - in what  projects it is going to be invested .We rarely hear about the effect of those aids in general .It would be really interesting to see the outcome after some years .