La Scala in Milan - Xmas concert rehearsal - pro Palestinian demonstration

 

Scouts in Bethlehem March to stop the war on Gaza

 

Scouts in Bethlehem March to stop the war on Gaza

A Christmas march toured the streets of Bethlehem as Scouts raised signs protesting the ongoing war in Gaza, calling for peace and life for Gaza and its people. Christians in the West Bank have decided earlier that Christmas… pic.twitter.com/s7jlVXgbxh

— Middle East Monitor (@MiddleEastMnt) December 24, 2023

Italian Hospital Ship at Al-Arish Egypt

 

I was deeply touched by the compassion and bond that developed between the wounded brothers & sisters from Gaza and the Qatari 🇶🇦and Italian military medical teams at the Italian 🇮🇹 Hospital ship at Al-Arish in Egypt 🇪🇬 . The patients have been safely moved to Qatar, both the… https://t.co/xC16UpCwYJ pic.twitter.com/jNBmsDRAqq

— لولوة الخاطر Lolwah Alkhater (@Lolwah_Alkhater) December 28, 2023

Qatari Aid to Palestinians in Gaza - MOFA

 

Two Qatari Aircraft Carrying Aid to Palestinians in Gaza Land in Egypt's Al-Arish#MOFAQatar pic.twitter.com/KpILqujqnY

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) December 28, 2023

MoPH advice about the dengue fever

  MoPH said that new and different kinds of mosquitoes have been found in Qatar that might be able to spread the dengue fever virus and told people to be careful.

Dengue fever is a virus that people get from being bitten by a mosquito.


Its name is Aedes Aegypti, and it carries the virus.

not spread from person to person and is not contagious .

From what I've seen over the last 20 years, there aren't many mosquitoes in the city, even when it's not very hot. But there may be more of them than I think in rural places, especially where water doesn't move.

The good news is that even if an infected mosquito bites you, you won't get sick. Most likely, you'll just feel like you have the flu. A lot of people have pain behind their eyes.

However, there is a small group of affected people who get really sick. It can lead to nose, gum, or even internal bleeding, which is much worse.Babies, weak people, and people who already had this fever are at risk.

READ MORE

https://www.moph.gov.qa/english/mediacenter/News/Pages/NewsDetails.aspx?ItemId=783

Some Oat products of Quaker brand may have salmonella -MOPH Qatar warns

 

The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) warns against the consumption of oat products of (Quaker brand) produced in the USA that have a note along with the expiration dates stating (to be consumed before) January 9, March 12, June 3, August 2, September 1, or October 1, 2024. pic.twitter.com/n73AiEKpYN

— وزارة الصحة العامة (@MOPHQatar) December 21, 2023

Norwegian Dawn -maiden voyage to Qatar

 

It is scheduled to embark 1,900 tourists from Doha on a 7-day itinerary to several tourist destinations in the region, after disembarking 1,300 passengers.
The Norwegian Dawn, a subsidiary of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) headquartered in Miami, Florida, pic.twitter.com/7yAq5tfPMY

— Mwani Qatar (@MwaniQtr) December 20, 2023

International Human Solidarity Day - UNWTO

 

UNWTO emphasizes the role of tourism in fostering global solidarity. Let's unite for shared prosperity, justice, and human dignity through sustainable tourism practices. 🤝🌍 pic.twitter.com/p5Kxzvhm7q

— World Tourism Organization (@UNWTO) December 20, 2023

Indonesian Graffiti artist - Doha’s World Wide Walls

 

Herzven, the Indonesian Graffiti artist, narrates his story of creating art during Doha’s World Wide Walls event.#YearsOfCulture #QatarIndonesia2023@herzven_ pic.twitter.com/KqYlv7onYz

— Years of Culture (@YearsofCulture) December 20, 2023

Captain Amna Khalid Al Obaidly, Qatar’s first female captain

 

Breaking barriers in aviation history!✈️

Meet Captain Amna Khalid Al Obaidly, Qatar’s first female captain👩‍✈️

Let's celebrate her accomplishment and inspire the next generation of female leaders to soar to new heights!✨#WomenInAviation#QatarAirways#GoingPlacesTogether pic.twitter.com/aMQcpTBq2Y

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) December 18, 2023

Activities for Qatar National Day Celebration 2023

 To show Qatar's support for Palestine , I just learned that this year's National Day Parade and fireworks will not happen at all.

Right now there are really so many amazing things to see and do!!!!!

Al Bida Park - Expo  2023 

Drones Light  Show  7:30  - 8 :30 

Cultural Zone 

__________

Qatari Operetta 

Family   Amphitheater 

from 7:30 

____________

Doha lights  festival 

all   December 

Al  Masrah Park 

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Just to  mention  a few  from  the National   Day activities

Follow  this  link   to  learn more ..https://www.marhaba.qa/qatar-national-day-events-and-activities/

Photo of the past - Palestine before 1948

 

The world ignorantly thinks that Palestine was empty and completely undeveloped until it was invaded by Israel in 1948!

Palestine was not an empty piece of land before Israel. It was a country. They had streets, cities, airports, schools, colleges, theaters, concerts, culture… pic.twitter.com/37RL95cdy9

— Mohamad Safa (@mhdksafa) December 17, 2023

3 examples of civil courage of our days

 NO COMMENTS FROM MY PART - JUST WATCH  THESE  VIDEOS

The amazing Spanish drummers! Bravo!
👏👏👏✊✊✊❤️❤️❤️🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸 pic.twitter.com/vXRIphC5gi

— Johann Spischak (@SDGMasterglass) December 12, 2023

 

BREAKING:

🇵🇱 ⚡Poland's MP Grzegorz Braun with a fire extinguisher spoils the party of supporters of genocide and puts out parliament Hanukkah menorah pic.twitter.com/BERKPwzXED

— Megatron (@Megatron_ron) December 12, 2023

 

Irish people recognise colonial oppression. We want nothing to do with EU support for the rotten genocidal apartheid regime of Israel. Ireland does NOT "stand with Israel." Ireland stands in solidarity with #Palestine. Beidh an Phalaistín saor ón abhainn go dtí an fharraige. pic.twitter.com/yDg7dZjwIb

— Clare Daly (@ClareDalyMEP) December 12, 2023

Tonight watch the meteor shower from Al Kharrara, Al Wakrah

 Astronomer Ajith Everester is predicting a dazzling display of shooting stars at Al Kharrara, Al Wakrah on December 13 and 14 .

The meteor shower, originating from the Gemini constellation, is associated with the debris trail left by its parent asteroid, 3200 Phaethon.

 The shower is expected to rise after 7pm, reach overhead at 2am, and remain visible throughout the night. 

The event promises an exceptional view of the meteor shower, with the moon in its new phase.

The Everester Observatory invites the public to this free celestial exhibition. 

Ajith Everester or Navin Anand can be reached via WhatsApp at 5548 2045 and 3088 9582 for event guidelines.

Created by Alma Wad and Canva AI, this meteor shower fantasy art is available for free use.

Global Refugee Forum in Geneva

 

There are more than 35 million refugees worldwide.

This week, world leaders, organizations & individuals will gather at the Global #RefugeeForum in Geneva to find lasting solutions & commit to concrete steps to support people #ForcedToFlee.

More from @Refugees. ⬇️

— United Nations (@UN) December 12, 2023

Fruit Exotica festival and promotion at all Lulu branches in Qatar

 Lulu Hypermarket in Qatar has launched its International Fruit Festival, featuring the "Fruit Exotica" promotion. The promotion, which runs until December 13, 2023, invites customers to explore the richness and diversity of exotic fruits sourced globally. The grand opening ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including Peruvian, Indonesian, Ecuadorian, Sri Lankan, South African, and Central Municipal Council members.

The "Fruit Exotica" festival offers a unique experience for fruit enthusiasts, featuring a diverse array of exotic fruits from around the world. Attendees can enjoy peaches, nectarines, avocados, and tropical fruits from various regions, including Vietnam, Spain, and Italy.

Beyond offering a diverse selection of fruits, the festival emphasises the nutritional benefits of these exquisite offerings. Rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and polyphenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds, these fruits contribute not only to a flavourful experience but also to a healthy lifestyle.

Customers can enjoy a variety of fruit-based products, including juices, pulps, platters, cakes, salads, cocktails, mixed fruit options, and treats from the bakery section.

 "Fruit  Exotica "   at all Lulu stores in Qatar -affordable prices - until December  13 

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UPDATE : I went  to  Lulu  Bin Mahmoud  and found  no  festival  at all  though  it  was advertised  that  in All Branches  ! I am very dissapointed .

Alma Wad and Canva Ai teamed up to create whimsical fantasy art as illustration  to this event in Qatar .

My photos on the Dhow Festival - Katara 2023

Dhow  Festival  Katara 2023 

Traditional   Fisherman  with  his daily  catch 

Shells on display 

Dhow maquettes 

Traditional  tribal carpets on display 

Wall art in Katara depicting  children playing  by the sea 

Photos : By Alma Wad =me 

 

Qatar is 8th in the top 10 worldwide tourism revenue countries

 

Top 10 International tourism revenue by country:
1. 🇺🇸 USA: $84,205 M
2. 🇫🇷 France: $35,958 M
3. 🇦🇺 Aus: $26,234 M
4. 🇦🇪 UAE: $24,615 M
5. 🇮🇹 Italy: $20,459 M
6. 🇦🇹 Austria: $15,362 M
7. 🇹🇭 Thailand: $15,360 M
8. 🇶🇦 Qatar: $14,318 M
9. 🇹🇷 Turkey: $13,771 M
10. 🇮🇳 India: $13,413 M

— Planet Index 🇮🇳 (@NiteshDSingh) December 10, 2023

wish you were here -my dad a war survivor as a little child

 I wish you were here.  My dad ! You were  a war survivor as a little child, and it breaks my heart to think about the pain and trauma you must have endured during those dark times. You were only six, a first grader in1945, when the fightings started.

 You were forced to go underground to escape the relentless bombardments.

 It took an agonizingly long time, and  you were barely clinging to life when the fighting finally came to an end. Your body was ravaged by frost bites, leaving you in excruciating pain and despair. 

Then you were fortunate enough to have survived.

You were left with a well-masked but profound melancholy and certain phobias, such as a dread of crowds, closed spaces, and hospitals, as a result of the emotional effect that never went away.

Years of bed wetting and speech difficulties... only became  less problematic by the age of 15. That was the age when you started to smoke. A chain smoker for decades, trapped in the clutches of addiction.  To live up to 75 was a real miracle  for a chain  smoker  - as you kept whispering in the final months of your life.

Your siblings  who were  not smokers  are still alive .They are nearly 90  !

 

 

Roger Waters: “It’s quite clear to anyone with half a brain that Israel is committing genocide

 

Roger Waters: “It’s quite clear to anyone with half a brain that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza as we speak.”

Based ❤️🇵🇸
pic.twitter.com/mTSzMSabma

— Dr. Anastasia Maria Loupis (@DrLoupis) December 5, 2023

Qatar Hot Air Balloon Festival - 4th edition - Quick Facts

My whimsical fantasy illustration for the Doha Balloon Festival 

What  to expect : Sunrise launches
                                             floating anchored balloons
                                        luminous night balloons
                                                        dancing and music performances

                                  food  trucks &kiosks

                                special playground

When : afternoon  activities  start  at 4:40

 7:10 PM Night Glow show

Where : Katara, Doha, Qatar

Read more 

the artwork  is made  by Alma Wad -the human  designer in collaboration  with Canva  Ai 

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Cultural Salon session at the QNL

 

Standing in solidarity with Gaza, we’ve partnered with Hamad Bin Khalifa University for a profound Cultural Salon session. Join us as we navigate the portrayal of Palestine in the uncovering realities and addressing digital challenges.

The world's largest Hasidic Jewish community was deemed anti-Semitic by the US Congress

 

We would be happy if everyone please support us and share this post.

Dear president @JoeBiden
US House passes resolution declaring 'anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism' in a 311-14 vote.

The US Congress declared the largest Hasidic Jewish community in the world to be anti-Semitic… pic.twitter.com/DkN4ZX8Gvd

— Torah Judaism (@TorahJudaism) December 6, 2023

What a ridiculous irony!  The US will now label them as anti-Semitic though they are Jews themselves ! Merely due of their resistance to apartheid, colonization, and genocide! 

The Satmar Jews are these people. There are roughly 100,000 of them. As their name implies, they have Hungarian ancestry.Specifically, from Szatmarnemeti.

They seem similar to the Amish from what I've read. 

 

  

Doha will sponsor 3,000 orphans and provide treatment to 1,500 injured Palestinians

The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, yesterday announced that Doha will sponsor 3,000 orphans and provide treatment to 1,500 injured Palestinians from the besieged Gaza Strip, Qatar News Agency (QNA) reported. https://t.co/wZKTGx3yQr

— Middle East Monitor (@MiddleEastMnt) December 4, 2023

ICRC President's message from Gaza today

 

My message from Gaza today: pic.twitter.com/0EkxwD0XRL

— Mirjana Spoljaric (@ICRCPresident) December 4, 2023

Roger Waters of Pink Floyd - concert in Kufiyyah

 

Despite attempts by the Israeli lobby to cancel the event, Roger Waters of Pink Floyd took the stage in Uruguay, donning a Kufiyyah and advocating for an end to the Israeli genocide in Gaza. pic.twitter.com/sLkPBomeRD

— PALESTINE ONLINE 🇵🇸 (@OnlinePalEng) November 20, 2023

Qatar's Ports Performances in November 2023

 

Container volumes moving through #MwaniQatar increased by 5% during November 2023 compared to last October. General & bulk cargoes registered a growth of 22%. #HamadPort #OldDohaPort #RuwaisPort #QatarsGatewayToWorldTrade #Qatar pic.twitter.com/L0MLsp5aWk

— Mwani Qatar (@MwaniQtr) December 2, 2023

27 tonnes of aid from Qatar to Gaza arrived in Egypt

 

Two Qatari Planes Arrive in Egypt's Arish Carrying Aid to Support Palestinian Brothers in Gaza#MOFAQatar pic.twitter.com/2MxZTkzCIo

— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) December 3, 2023

Voices of children in Gaza over five escalations of hostilities

 

Almaza, 2009.
Yasser, 2012.
Malak, 2015.
Bara, 2021.
Remas, 2023.

Listen to the voices of children in Gaza over five escalations of hostilities.

To protect children from more killing, more injuries, more trauma, they need a lasting ceasefire now. pic.twitter.com/nI1MJhn5QP

— UNICEF (@UNICEF) December 3, 2023

Qatar changes the rules for residency and visit visas

 

In efforts to streamline and simplify the entry process for residents’ families intending to visit or reside in the country, the Ministry of Interior has revised certain regulations and procedures. This initiative aims to elevate the quality of services in alignment with the… pic.twitter.com/gzZfbsBYnb

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) December 3, 2023

 The most important changes I noticed

1. An expat employee must have at least 10,000 qar in pay or 6,000 qar in salary plus company housing if he wants to bring his family to live in Qatar.
2.About being a sponsor for an adult child: For boys up to 25 years old, their father can be the sponsor, and he can apply for a visa for his son. For girls, there is no age limit provided they are not married.
3.People of any age can visit Qatar, but they must have health insurance while they're there.

For additional information, visit the official website of the Ministry of Interior in Qatar.

Aspire Academy's Talent Centres ⚽️ -young players wanted

 

Training has begun and registration is open 🔝

Footballers born in 2015, 2016, 2017 or 2018 are welcome to come along to any of Aspire Academy's Talent Centres ⚽️

For more inquiries ☎️ 55372237
————————————#أكاديمية_أسباير #qatar #قطر #AspireAcademy #football #كرة_قدم #talent

— Aspire Academy 🇶🇦 أكاديمية أسباير (@Aspire_Academy) December 3, 2023

89 Palestinians from Gaza with Qatar residency evacuated

 

The State of Qatar has successfully evacuated 89 Palestinians having  evacuated  from the Gaza Strip via the city of Al-Arish. https://t.co/5sFHfzTjTK #Gaza #FreePalestine #Qatar pic.twitter.com/QUOgrztQGY

— LookQatar.com (@lookqatar_com) December 3, 2023

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 - wheel chair accessible tournament

 

In celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we reaffirm our commitment to hosting an accessible tournament.#AsianCup2023 pic.twitter.com/rmsirtiWAE

— AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 (@Qatar2023en) December 3, 2023

Mistranslation and distortions of common Arabic words in Western media

 

"Mistranslation and distortions of common Arabic words in Western media are weaponised…to demonise Palestinians."

Ayah Najadat at @RespondCrisis Translation explains the importance of tackling mistranslation during Israel's war on Gaza ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/mTZFUo9wcR

— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) December 1, 2023

AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 - Official Mascot Unveiled

 

#QNA_Video|#AFC_Asian_Cup_Qatar_2023
The Tournament’s Official Mascot Unveiled. #QNA_Sport pic.twitter.com/WnH3f907lx

— Qatar News Agency (@QNAEnglish) December 1, 2023

Scenes from the Katara Dhow Festival -video

 

Scenes from the Katara Dhow Festival . You can see in this video a traditional rowing competition, where competitors showcase their talents in a fantastic competitive environment .

مشاهد من مسابقة التجديف التقليدي في #مهرجان_كتارا_للمحامل_التقليدية حيث تتجلى مهارات المتسابقين في أجواء تنافسية رائعة#كتارا #قطر#كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات#كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية pic.twitter.com/l5iNuJLVPf

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 1, 2023

Countries participating in the 13th Katara Traditional Dhow festival

 

Countries participating in the 13th #Katara_traditional_dhows_festival
From 28 November to 2nd December 2023, on #Katara_Beach

open invitationhttps://t.co/CkRSEGAN6d#Katara #Qatar pic.twitter.com/wl9orZ8B2z

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) December 1, 2023