A summer program that combines learning, participation, and a variety of activities, giving children the opportunity to spend their time in an engaging and enjoyable environment.
— Qatar Chess (@QatarChess) July 1, 2026
Register your child today and give them a summer filled with learning, creativity, and discovery. pic.twitter.com/nvdMO12HNz
ููู ٌ ุจุนููู ูุฑุณุงููุง. ๐ธ
— Al Shaqab (@AlShaqab) June 30, 2026
ูุดุงุฑููุง ูุฑุณุงููุง ุฃุฌู ู ูุญุธุงุชูู ุฎูุงู ุงูู ุนุณูุฑ ุงูุฏุงุฎูู ูู ุงูุดูุจ.
A day through their eyes. ๐ธ
Follow along as our Internal Camp riders take over and share their favourite moments. pic.twitter.com/6rRBAd1OMd
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Qatar's top equestrian destination, Al Shaqab (part of Qatar Foundation), just dropped a fun 57-second video takeover featuring young campers from their Internal Summer Camp. The clip is packed with adorable moments – kids riding in indoor arenas, feeding hay to their favorite horses ๐ฅ, snapping selfies in full riding gear ๐คณ, and soaking up knowledge in classroom sessions about all things equine ๐.
The video is perfectly timed for the June 2026 camp sessions, which are designed for riders aged 10–14. It shines a spotlight on the camp's hands-on approach to horsemanship – blending practical training with education to help young riders build real skills, confidence, and a lifelong love for horses in a professional, supportive setting ๐
A Saudi Aramco helicopter crashed in eastern Saudi Arabia on June 28, 2026, resulting in the deaths of all 14 people on board. The incident occurred at a critical moment, as the Ras Tanura facility had just resumed operations after a months-long pause linked to regional tensions. While Saudi authorities have launched an official investigation, the cause of the crash remains unknown .
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Date and location: The crash took place on June 28, 2026, in Ras Tanura, a key oil refinery and export terminal on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast.
Fatalities: All 14 Saudi nationals aboard the helicopter were killed.
Visual evidence: Footage shared by @ConnectingPak showed the wrecked aircraft, smoke rising from the site, and emergency responders at the coastal location.
Recent context: Ras Tanura had resumed crude loadings only days earlier, after a four-month halt caused by regional conflicts.
Official response: Saudi authorities confirmed the accident via the energy ministry and state-run media, and have opened an official probe.
Cause: As of now, no cause has been determined, according to reports from Reuters, Al Jazeera, and the BBC.
A helicopter operated by Saudi Aramco crashes in Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia, killing 14 passengers as authorities launch an investigation into the cause of the tragic incident.#pakistanconnect pic.twitter.com/7JWV16GrNe
— P Connect (@ConnectingPak) June 28, 2026
Key Points Date & location: June 28, 2026, near Ras Laffan.
Casualties: One Qatari citizen deceased (shrapnel), one Arab resident injured (stable).
Context: Occurred during heightened U.S.-Iran military clashes in the Gulf.
Official stance: No blame attributed to any specific party.
Response: Temporary suspension of recreational maritime activities; commercial shipping exempted.
Status: Investigation ongoing.
Statement from the Ministry of Interior Regarding the Incident Involving a Marine Vessel.#MOIQatar pic.twitter.com/BcrRVbvw23
— Ministry of Interior - Qatar (@MOI_QatarEn) June 28, 2026
Qatar's Ministry of Transport has issued an immediate safety advisory, suspending all maritime activities for leisure boats, fishing boats, jet skis, and similar private vessels until further notice. Commercial vessels that follow international maritime conventions—such as cargo ships and tankers—are exempt from this suspension.
The temporary measure was coordinated with security authorities and mirrors Qatar's previous precautionary halts during periods of heightened regional tensions in the Persian Gulf.
For public safety, owners and users of maritime vessels, including leisure boats, fishing boats, jet skis, and all other maritime vessels, are advised to temporarily suspend sailing and all forms of maritime activities, as of the date of this announcement & until further notice. pic.twitter.com/7qSsQVPYoY
— Ministry of Transport ๐ถ๐ฆ ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูู ูุงุตูุงุช (@MOTQatar) June 29, 2026
Full Time.. ๐
— Qatar Football Association (@QFA_EN) June 24, 2026
Qatar (1) : (3) BIH
FIFA World Cup 2026™ ๐๐#AlAnnabi #AllForQatar pic.twitter.com/uJWuIusLE9
ุจูุบ ุฅุฌู ุงูู ุนุฏุฏ ุงูู ุตุงุจูู ูู ุงูุญุงุฏุซ ุงูุฐู ููุน ุจุฃุญุฏ ุงูู ุตุงูุน ูู ู ูุทูุฉ ุฑุฃุณ ููุงู ุงูุตูุงุนูุฉ (54) ุดุฎุตุงً، ููู ุง ุชุจุงุดุฑ ู ุฌู ูุนุฉ ุงูุจุญุซ ูุงูุฅููุงุฐ ุงููุทุฑูุฉ ุงูุฏูููุฉ ุงูุชุงุจุนุฉ ูููุฉ ุงูุฃู ู ุงูุฏุงุฎูู (ูุฎููุง)، ุจุงูุชุนุงูู ู ุน ูุฑู ุงูุฏูุงุน ุงูู ุฏูู، ุนู ููุงุช ุงูุจุญุซ ุนู (18) ุดุฎุตุงً ู ูููุฏุงً.#ุงูุฏุงุฎููุฉ_ูุทุฑ
— ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุฏุงุฎููุฉ - ูุทุฑ (@MOI_Qatar) June 22, 2026
The MOI Qatar reported the number of injured and vanished ones on its twitter account .....
Sad day for Qatar ....
Operational Incident at Ras Laffan Industrial City
— QatarEnergy (@qatarenergy) June 21, 2026
QatarEnergy confirms that there was an operational incident during the start-up of operations at Ras Laffan Industrial City which resulted in an explosion and fire at Barzan local gas supply facility in the evening hours of…
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๐ฅ๐ฅ QatarEnergy reports explosion + fire at Barzan gas facility (Ras Laffan) during start-up operations – June 21, 2026.
๐ Emergency teams quickly contained it. No injuries mentioned. ๐
๐ญ๐ Ras Laffan = world’s largest LNG hub – but Barzan = for domestic use, not exports – so global markets? Probably safe... for now. ๐
⚡๐ The twist? This same site was hit by major Iranian missiles in March 2026 ๐ข – caused massive damage & global price spikes ๐. So this "contained incident" lands in a very tense regional atmosphere. ๐งจ
Bottom line:
✅ Contained.
✅ No injuries.
❓ But timing + location = everyone’s watching closely. ๐๐
๐จ: Norway shipped over 1,000 kg of food for its world cup team because they didn't trust U.S. food pic.twitter.com/SfPmN7akgB
— All day Astronomy (@forallcurious) June 19, 2026
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๐ณ๐ด✈️➡️๐บ๐ธ Norway rolls into Greensboro, North California , for the 2026 World Cup with a moving feast:
300 kg salmon ๐, 116 kg brunost ๐ง (that's brown cheese, a Nordic delicacy), and — wait for it — 6,000 oranges ๐.
They even brought their own chefs ๐จ๐ณ to whip up 4 meals a day for 60+ players and staff. Because when you're an elite athlete, comfort food = performance fuel. ๐ช
Now, about those oranges — they're headed to California ๐๐ด, because nothing says "global sport" like importing citrus to the land of eternal sunshine. ๐
Standard elite athlete playbook — just with more fjord flair.
Verdict: Smart logistics, zero drama, and a whole lot of vitamin C. ๐ฅค⚽
China’s watermelon slicing trick is winning social media attention.pic.twitter.com/1R2nF2Bwvo
— Tansu Yegen (@TansuYegen) June 19, 2026
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๐ + ๐ช = ๐ง cubes?
Viral vid claims “Chinese slicing magic” — but grandma’s been doing this for ages !
Full Time.
Qatar (0) : (6) Canada pic.twitter.com/zOB5cgEr1b
๐ฅ Big news from Riyadh! Two-year-old conjoined twins, Olivia and Gianna, have been successfully separated after a six-hour surgery at King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital. ๐ง๐ง
The little girls, who were joined at the chest and belly since birth in 2024, underwent the complex procedure led by a team of 22 specialists. This marks the 72nd case handled under Saudi Arabia’s Conjoined Twins Programme, which has been running since 1990. ๐ธ๐ฆ๐
Heartwarming footage shows the emotional moment of the surgery, the parents’ tears of joy and relief ๐ญ❤️, and the careful post-op care. The initiative is part of Saudi Arabia’s free humanitarian efforts to help children with rare birth conditions from around the world. ๐๐ค
Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna were successfully separated during a six-hour surgery in Saudi Arabia.
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) June 19, 2026
The operation carried out in six stages involved 22 specialised medical staff. pic.twitter.com/jTrBcEPvr8
We all know mangoes are packed with goodness – they're rich in vitamins (like A, C, E, B6, and folate), minerals (such as potassium and magnesium), digestive enzymes, and plenty of fiber. All that makes them great for immunity, skin, digestion, and heart health. ๐ช๐งก
But – despite all these benefits, mangoes aren't suitable for everyone. Here's who should be cautious or avoid them:
๐ซ People who should limit or avoid mangoes:
Those with diabetes or blood sugar concerns – about 22–25g of natural sugar per cup. Pair with protein/fat or choose less ripe fruit. Avoid juice.
People with latex allergy – cross-reactivity can cause itching, swelling, or severe reactions.
Those with IBS, fructose intolerance, or sensitive digestion – fiber and fermentable carbs may trigger gas, bloating, or diarrhea.
People prone to skin allergies – mango skin/sap contains urushiol (like poison ivy), which can cause rashes. Some may also get acne or heat-related symptoms.
Anyone with active diarrhea or weak digestion – excess mango can worsen symptoms.
People on low-sugar or low-carb diets – due to natural sugar content.
๐ When?
June 18 – 27, 2026 (10 days)
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๐ What time?
**Daily, 4 PM – 10 PM** ⏰๐
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๐ Where?
Souq Waqif, Eastern Square – Doha, Qatar
๐ Inside a **cool, huge tent** – so you're comfortable even in the heat! ๐ง๐️
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๐ How to get there?
- Take the Doha Metro **Gold Line** ๐จ
- Get off at **Souq Waqif Station**
- Use **Exit 2** – you'll be right at the event! ๐ถ♂️
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๐ฅญ What to expect?
- **Fresh mangoes every single day!** ๐✨
- Wide variety of Indian mango varieties
- Mango-based products like juices, shakes, desserts, and snacks ๐น๐ฐ
- Cool, shaded tent setup – perfect for evening visits ❄️๐️
- Bustling market vibe at the historic Souq Waqif ๐️
- Family-friendly and open to all ๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐ฆ
- Bilingual signs (Arabic & English) for easy navigation ๐ชง
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๐ Bonus tip:
Take the Metro – it's fast, cool, and drops you right at Exit 2! No parking hassle. ๐๐
๐ง♀️ Just 3 days to go! ๐ง♂️
— India in Qatar (@IndEmbDoha) June 17, 2026
Join us for the grand celebration of #InternationalDayOfYoga2026 on Saturday, 20 June at the UDST Cricket Ground, Doha.
๐ฟ Theme: Yoga for Healthy Ageing
⏰ 6:00 PM onwards
๐️ Free & open to all
Bring your family and friends and be part of an evening… https://t.co/dEkIe7LwQA
The Indian Embassy in Doha says: only 3 days to go! ๐️
On June 20, there's a free yoga event at UDST Cricket Ground starting at 6 PM. ๐๐ง
ุฏุฑุฌุงุช ุงูุญุฑุงุฑุฉ ุงูุตุบุฑู ูุงูุนุธู ู ุงูู ุณุฌูุฉ ูู ู ุฎุชูู ู ุญุทุงุช ุงูุฑุตุฏ #ูุทุฑ
— ุฃุฑุตุงุฏ ูุทุฑ (@qatarweather) June 17, 2026
Min & Max Temperatures Recorded in different regions#Qatar pic.twitter.com/ECB8XPQzsa
BREAKING: French-flagged LNG tanker crosses Hormuz from Qatar as commercial shipping begins moving
— Al Jazeera Breaking News (@AJENews) June 18, 2026
๐ด LIVE updates: https://t.co/irWf4CkKYP pic.twitter.com/gkAP5wRuE6
๐ถ๐ฆ The Qatar Football Association shared a video showing volunteers and staff putting thousands of Qatari flags on seats at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. ๐ช๐ง๐ค๐ง
๐️ This is all for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match between Canada and Qatar (Al Annabi), which will happen on June 18, 2026, at that stadium in Canada. ๐จ๐ฆ⚽
๐️ The goal is to create an amazing, home-team feel for Qatari fans during this group-stage game against one of the host countries. ๐๐
Everything is set to create a spectacular atmosphere in the stands of BC Place Stadium ๐️๐จ๐ฆ#AlAnnabi #AllForQatar pic.twitter.com/0FzFIE7rh1
— Qatar Football Association (@QFA_EN) June 18, 2026
Follow this thread to know where the #QRFIFA26 livery is going next. @flightradar24 pic.twitter.com/FJKBG0rvpU
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) June 8, 2026
Qatar Airways launched a promotional thread tracking their Boeing 777 (A7-BEH) featuring a special FIFA World Cup 2026 livery, inviting followers to monitor its flights on Flightradar24 and use #QRFIFA26 for a chance to win match tickets as the tournament's official airline partner.
ุฃุนูู ู ุตุฑู ูุทุฑ ุงูู ุฑูุฒู ุนู ุฅุฏุฎุงู ุชุนุฏููุงุช ุนูู ุงูุฅุตุฏุงุฑ ุงูุฎุงู ุณ ู ู ุงูุฃูุฑุงู ุงูููุฏูุฉ ูุฆุงุช 5 ุฑูุงูุงุช ู10 ุฑูุงูุงุช ู50 ุฑูุงูุงً، ุชุดู ู ุชุญุฏูุซ ุดุนุงุฑ ุงูุฏููุฉ ุงูุฑุณู ู، ูุงูุฑูู ุงูุนุฑุจู، ูุชุงุฑูุฎ ุงูุฅุตุฏุงุฑ، ูุฐูู ุชู ุงุดูุงً ู ุน ุงูููุงููู ุงูู ุนู ูู ุจูุง ูู ุฏููุฉ ูุทุฑ.
— ู ูุชุจ ุงูุงุชุตุงู ุงูุญููู ู (@GCOQatar) June 10, 2026
Qatar Central Bank has introduced updates to the… pic.twitter.com/pxCV967JvD
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๐ฆ Qatar Central Bank has updated the 5️⃣, 1️⃣0️⃣, and 5️⃣0️⃣ riyal notes from the fifth edition.
✨ The changes include: a refreshed official State Emblem ๐ถ๐ฆ, updated Arabic numerals ๐ข, and a new issue date ๐ – all in line with Qatar’s laws ⚖️
๐ฎ๐ถ The first writing system, the first civilization, the first empire, the first written laws, the first lunar calendar, and the first written epic all originated in this region. This is Uruk (Iraq) in Mesopotamia. pic.twitter.com/UtSo642dpx
— MENA Visuals (@menavisualss) June 10, 2026
ูุซูุช ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุจูุฆุฉ ูุงูุชุบูุฑ ุงูู ูุงุฎู ู ุดุงูุฏุงุช ูู ุฌู ูุนุฉ ู ู ุงูุฏูุงููู ูุฃุณู ุงู ูุฑุด ุงูุญูุช ูู ุงูู ูุงู ุงูุดู ุงููุฉ ููุฏููุฉ، ุญูุซ ุชุคูุฏ ูุฐู ุงูู ุดุงูุฏุงุช ู ุง ุชุฒุฎุฑ ุจู ุจูุฆุฉ ูุทุฑ ู ู ุชููุน ุญููู، ูู ุง ุชุนูุณ ุฌููุฏ ุงููุฒุงุฑุฉ ูุญู ุงูุฉ ุงููุงุฆูุงุช ุงูุจุญุฑูุฉ ู ูุงุฆููุง ุงูุทุจูุนูุฉ.
— ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุจูุฆุฉ ูุงูุชุบูุฑ ุงูู ูุงุฎู (@moecc_qatar) June 9, 2026
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change… pic.twitter.com/UcbSudxfEn
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has seen and recorded dolphins and whale sharks in the northern waters of Qatar. These sightings prove that Qatar's marine environment is rich with life and show that the Ministry's work to protect sea creatures and their homes is making a difference.
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๐ฆ Whale shark sightings follow a strong seasonal pattern. In the summer, they are very common – even daily or weekly – in the hotspot area. However, outside of summer, they are rarely seen or completely absent.
๐ฌ Dolphins, on the other hand, can be spotted throughout the year. Their presence is steady and reliable, but they do not gather in the same dramatic concentrations as whale sharks during peak season.
QatarEnergy announces new oil discovery offshore Namibia#QatarEnergy #YourEnergyTransitionPartner #Qatar pic.twitter.com/AKEEU24yQx
— QatarEnergy (@qatarenergy) June 9, 2026
ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูู ูุงุตูุงุช ุชุฏุดู ุงูุฎุทุฉ ุงูุดุงู ูุฉ ููุฏุฑุงุฌุงุช ุงูููุงุฆูุฉ ูู ุฏููุฉ #ูุทุฑ ๐ถ๐ฆ ๐ด♂️๐ด
— Ministry of Transport ๐ถ๐ฆ ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูู ูุงุตูุงุช (@MOTQatar) June 3, 2026
ุงูุฑุฃ ุงูู ุฒูุฏ:
๐ https://t.co/k6aUjro19v#ูุฒุงุฑุฉ_ุงูู ูุงุตูุงุช #ูุทุฑ pic.twitter.com/IBWZ8qKv6e
#QNA_Infographic |
— Qatar News Agency (@QNAEnglish) June 8, 2026
Department of Meteorology Warns of Strong Wind and High Sea Tonight#QNA #Qatarhttps://t.co/ddYv1Islms pic.twitter.com/J2Aa2gw2ZU
๐ฅ| ูุทุฑ ู ูุทู ุซุงูู ุฃูุจุฑ ุชุฌู ุน ูุฃุจูุงุฑ ุงูุจุญุฑ ูู ุงูุนุงูู .
— ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุจูุฆุฉ ูุงูุชุบูุฑ ุงูู ูุงุฎู (@moecc_qatar) May 28, 2026
ูู ุงูููู ุงูุนุงูู ู ูุฃุจูุงุฑ ุงูุจุญุฑ، ุชูุงุตู ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุจูุฆุฉ ูุงูุชุบูุฑ ุงูู ูุงุฎู ุฌููุฏูุง ูู ู ุฑุงูุจุฉ ูุญู ุงูุฉ ูุฐุง ุงููุงุฆู ุงูุฐู ููุนุจ ุฏูุฑุงً ุฃุณุงุณูุงً ูู ุงูุญูุงุธ ุนูู ุชูุงุฒู ุงููุธุงู ุงูุจูุฆู ุงูุจุญุฑู.#ูุฒุงุฑุฉ_ุงูุจูุฆุฉ_ูุงูุชุบّูุฑ_ุงูู ูุงุฎู pic.twitter.com/BHMc9qXtMx
Eid Mubarak
— TasteAtlas (@TasteAtlas) May 27, 2026
Bajram ล erif Mubarek Olsun
Kurban Bajramฤฑnฤฑz Mรผbarek Olsun
Selamat Hari Raya Aidiladha
Eid Saeed
More than 1.9 billion Muslims around the world are celebrating Eid al Adha, one of the most important holidays in Islam. The holiday marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage… pic.twitter.com/SulxyP0nVm
Continuing the countdown to International Day of Yoga 2026, Embassy of India, Doha in association with Indian Sports Centre organized the vibrant “25 Days to International Day of Yoga 2026” celebration at MES Indian School.
— India in Qatar (@IndEmbDoha) May 26, 2026
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from… pic.twitter.com/RznIbplpdC
The State Budget recorded a deficit of QR 10.3 bn in #Q1_2026.#MOFQATAR pic.twitter.com/MA3aNRFXY8
— ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูู ุงููุฉ (@MoF_Qatar) May 25, 2026
QR 10.3 billion ≈ USD 2.83 billion
The deficit is largely due to the regional fallout from the war on Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted vital oil and gas shipments. This crisis has severely constrained energy revenues not only for Qatar but for all Gulf states, while regional security spending has surged. As a result, Qatar's first-quarter budget recorded a significant shortfall despite efforts to stabilize other income streams.
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"One Gulf ,one heart "
ุงูุฃุฏุนู ูู ุตุฏุงุฑุฉ ุฏูุฑุฉ ุงูุฃูุนุงุจ ุงูุฎููุฌูุฉ ุงูุฑุงุจุนุฉ- ุงูุฏูุญุฉ 2026 ุจุญุตููุฉ ุงูุฃุณุฏ ู ู ุงูู ูุฏุงููุงุช ุงูู ูููุฉ ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
— Team Qatar ๐ถ๐ฆ (@qatar_olympic) May 22, 2026
ููู ูุง ุฃุจุทุงู ๐ถ๐ฆ๐ช#GCCGAMESDOHA2026 #WeAreTeamQatar pic.twitter.com/fWl8MimfXM
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Historic Family Moment - Father and Son winners
4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 | Qatari World and Olympic Champion Mutaz Essa Barshim Celebrates with His Father, Issa Barshim, Who Won Silver in the 5000m Race Walk.
— Alkass English (@alkassenglish) May 14, 2026
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๐ข| ุจู ูุงุณุจุฉ ุงูููู ุงูุนุงูู ู ููุณูุงุญู ุชูุงุตู ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุจูุฆุฉ ูุงูุชุบูุฑ ุงูู ูุงุฎู ุฌููุฏูุง ูู ุญู ุงูุฉ ูู ุฑุงูุจุฉ ุงูุณูุงุญู ุตูุฑูุฉ ุงูู ููุงุฑ ูู ุงูู ูุงู ุงููุทุฑูุฉ، ู ู ุฎูุงู ุจุฑุงู ุฌ ุนูู ูุฉ ู ุชุฎุตุตุฉ ุชููุฐูุง ุฅุฏุงุฑุฉ ุชูู ูุฉ ุงูุญูุงุฉ ุงููุทุฑูุฉ، ุชุดู ู ู ุชุงุจุนุฉ ู ุฑุงุญู ูู ููุง ูุฑุตุฏ ุนูุฏุชูุง ุฅูู ุดูุงุทุฆ ุงูุฏููุฉ ููุถุน ุงูุจูุถ، ูุชุทุจูู ุฃูุถู… pic.twitter.com/4N3YDiVyv6
— ูุฒุงุฑุฉ ุงูุจูุฆุฉ ูุงูุชุบูุฑ ุงูู ูุงุฎู (@moecc_qatar) May 23, 2026
ุงูุจุญุฑูู ูููุฉ ุงูุจุงุฑุญุฉ ู ู ุฃูุตู ุดู ุงู ูุทุฑ#ูุฒู pic.twitter.com/wFo0g1EUc9
— ุฎุงูุฏ ุจู ุนูู ุงูููุงุฑู (@khalidbinali77) May 22, 2026
A Qatari user posted a nighttime beach photo from northern Qatar's farthest point showing Bahrain's brightly lit coastline clearly visible across the water.
Telecommunication is great. It has improved the lives of humans incredibly over the last century. But it is truly addictive.
Talking on phones while driving, walking, or riding a bike… it is a major distraction.
Last week in Hungary, a promising life was lost. F.R., a highly popular university student, happened to cross the railway tracks while chatting on her phone. She did not notice the train coming. Her promising life was lost, and the whole country was in shock.
I would not bring this tragedy here if it were just a Hungarian thing. But it is a global issue.
So I am shouting loudly, begging you: when crossing a road or railway, do not use your mobile!
#QNA_Infographic
— Qatar News Agency (@QNAEnglish) May 17, 2026
On World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, #Qatar Continues Its Digital Leadership Amid Global Challenges in Technology Access #QNAhttps://t.co/8S3vHGLcz6 pic.twitter.com/OnNldA8VFf
A Qatar-based professor has pioneered a non-invasive eye scan to detect neurodegenerative diseases years before symptoms appear.
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 13, 2026
The technology uses AI to analyse the eye and can identify early signs of dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and other diseases within minutes. pic.twitter.com/M6wSLaTvY0
๐๐ Now Open!
— KidsLoveQatar (@KidsLoveQatarQA) May 14, 2026
The 35th Doha International Book Fair
๐️ Free admission
๐️ May 14 – May 23, 2026
๐ Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC)
๐ Timings:
Weekdays: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Fridays: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
✨ Free kids & family activities! pic.twitter.com/KA6WGDnemt
๐ A Holy Qur'an designed in the shape of a leaf. Mughal Empire period, Agra, 16th century.
— MENA Visuals (@menavisualss) May 14, 2026
Crafted during the Mughal Empire, this remarkable manuscript Qur'an is uniquely shaped like a leaf. The delicate gold floral illumination along the borders and the perfectly balanced… pic.twitter.com/3SLalzv5tw
What we know about this masterpiece:
It dates from the Mughal period and was made in India – representing the highest level of craftsmanship of that age.
It is written in ghurab script – meaning extremely tiny writing.
The text is illuminated with golden floral decor.
The pages are cut in the shape of leaves – a very rare feature for a book.
The binding style is Safina.
It is believed to be in a private collection.
The last time it appeared publicly, at auction, it was offered for £35,000 (approx. USD 44,500).
Middle East Skies: From Disruption to Reopening ๐บ️
— AirNav Radar (@AirNavRadar) May 13, 2026
This video compares air traffic on March 3, 2026, a few days after the Iran-Israel war began to impact aviation, with that of May 12, 2026 (yesterday), under the ceasefire announced on April 7, 2026.
The difference is clear:… pic.twitter.com/hbC5RLYeet
Qatar Airways continues to restore its network across the Middle East, with the resumption of double-daily flights to Abu Dhabi (AUH), the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) May 13, 2026
Read more:https://t.co/66IBQN1AMT pic.twitter.com/hHB31YGDtp
Istanbul’s street breakfast comes on a stick: simit rings stacked high, sold hot in seconds, locals call it the Turkish bagel ๐ฅฏ pic.twitter.com/AowC3Hjj8M
— Tansu Yegen (@TansuYegen) May 11, 2026
this short video shows a scene in Istabul . The ring bread called simit is sold in the street . The vendor keeps this special bakery product on his head while the customer is taking one .
Would you eat one ?
The waters of the Gulf are never calm for long, but this week brought a particularly sharp contrast of relief and tension for Qatar’s maritime sector.
From a historic diplomatic breakthrough to a brazen act of aggression inside Qatari territory, here is the split screen of news coming out of Doha.
## ✅ The Good News: A Lifeline to Pakistan
In a significant geopolitical and energy breakthrough, the cargo ship **MV Khaittiyat** has successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
Why is this a big deal? The vessel is fully laden with **Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)** destined for **Pakistan**.
This marks the **first time** since the outbreak of the war on Iran that such a direct shipment has been permitted. Even more notable is the diplomatic nuance: the passage was carried out with the **explicit approval of Iran**.
For Pakistan, which faces mounting energy crises and winter demand, this shipment is a lifeline. For Qatar, it proves that while regional alliances shift, gas can still flow through the Strait—provided the right diplomatic channels are used. This is a quiet victory for energy security amidst regional volatility.
## ❌ The Bad News: Drone Attack in Qatari Waters
While the *Khaittiyat* sailed safely, another vessel was not so lucky.
In a serious escalation of maritime threats, a **commercial cargo ship** was struck by a drone. The attack did not happen in a war zone or disputed waters—it happened **inside Qatari sovereign waters**.
### The details are worrying:
- **Origin of goods:** The vessel was carrying cargo from Abu Dhabi (UAE) to Qatar.
- **The location:** Qatari territorial waters.
- **The method:** An unmanned aerial drone strike.
This is the first reported incident of a drone hitting a commercial vessel inside Qatar’s own maritime borders. While no casualties have been reported yet (pending official updates), the implications are severe. It raises questions about maritime security, air defense, and whether commercial supply routes between the UAE and Qatar—still fragile after the reconciliation—are now being actively targeted.
## The Bottom Line
Qatar finds itself navigating two very different currents.
On one hand, it is facilitating crucial energy supplies to Pakistan through a negotiated passage with Iran—proving that dialogue works. On the other hand, a direct attack on a commercial vessel in its own waters suggests that new, unmanned threats are emerging that Doha’s navy and security forces may not have fully prepared for.
I hadn't been to Al Bida Park for a while – it was so nice to greet the trees and the blooms again. It's hot already, though bearable around sunset.
Qatar isn't just about skyscrapers and sand dunes. The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) is quietly launching some truly innovative projects. From turning waste into building materials to planting mangroves in tourist spots, here are three facts you probably didn't know.
1. Sewage Turned into Green Cement
Every year, Qatar produces about 40,000 tonnes of sewage sludge. Instead of dumping it, the MECC transforms it into "Green Cement." This eco-friendly material is cheaper than regular cement and helps reduce landfill waste. It's a smart win-win.
2.A High-Tech Marine Spy Vessel
Qatar now has an advanced marine monitoring boat equipped with Starlink internet and an onboard laboratory. It can test water quality immediately and respond to emergencies like oil spills in real time. Think of it as a floating environmental guard dog.
