JustKidding - Doha Halloween Carnival & Costume Contest

Where : Justkidding , Gate Mall
When :Oct 30 (Monday), 2-5pm
What to expect : photo shoots, cupcake making, arts and craft, costumes contests, face painting, freebies and more at the Halloween carnival

Register : marketing@justkidding-me.com

Fancy Dress Party at THE PEARL

When: October 27 - Saturday from 16:00-18:00
Where: The PEARL - Porto Arabia - Tower 30 - community room
What to expect : bouncy castles , Halloween treats , soft play , pinata
FREE admission - registration needed - s.and.f.doha@gmail.com
entry is only with confirmed registration !

Young Writers Open MicNight at US embassy in Qatar

Calling all writers, poets and spoken word performers! Please join us for the Third annual #YoungWriters #OpenMicNight!
Featuring the hilarious and amazing .@hamadalamari !
November 7, from 6 to 8 pm at .@HBKU Student Center. pic.twitter.com/W8dy397Uxe

— U.S. Embassy Qatar (@USEmbassyQatar) October 24, 2018

Qatar ranks number one - low inflation rates

State of #Qatar 🇶🇦 is the 1st grobally in terms of low inflation rates within 150 countries. In addition to other high rankings in the Global Competitiveness Report 2018. #GCR2018 pic.twitter.com/4zRPvUXzCp

— وزارة الاقتصاد والتجارة (@MEC_QATAR) October 20, 2018

Numbers in Qatar - monitoring Labour Force

The State of #Qatar remains devoted to improving the laws for the country’s labour force through ongoing and strengthened monitoring. @ADLSAQa pic.twitter.com/FyUBzGk558

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) October 23, 2018

Qatar 2nd most competitive country in the Arab World according to WEF

The 2018 #WEF Global Competitiveness Report has placed #Qatar 30th globally and 2nd in the Arab world. pic.twitter.com/uNjxUYkoHj

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) October 22, 2018

 Which country is the 1st  most competitive country in the Arab World according to WEF  ?

  It is the UAE .
  It ranks 27 globally while Qatar ranks 30.

 Qatar is right after the Czech Republic  and followed by Italy .

 source :   

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orchestra of the Filipino Youth at Katara - 26 October 2018

#Katara invite you to attend
The #Orchestra of the Filipino Youth
Conductor Joshua Dos Santos
In cooperation with the Embassy of #Philippine to #Qatar
Tickets Available Free (Requires registration)https://t.co/CkRSEGAN6d
For more Inquiry Tel: 182 pic.twitter.com/01opH8QUtD

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) October 23, 2018

miraculous escape of skydivers in Qatar

Kayaking with 365 adventures

beautiful Purple Island , introduction to Kayaking and brief training ,Kayaks, paddles as well as US Coast guard approved safety jackets are provided ,2 hours fun and energetic Kayaking experience in the channels of the mangroves of Purple Island ,Single & Double Kayaks are available ,options for longer tours with BBQ

43 million gallons of rainwater - number in Qatar

More than

 43 million gallons of rainwater removed after the five day rain 

95% of the roads are clear 

307 water tankers were  in service to remove the water from the streets

with 414 people working in the water emergency team 

 source 

Kayaking in Doha with Blue Pearl Experience

Andalusian Music show at Katara Opera House

Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the “Andalusian Music" show, in cooperation with the Algerian embassy in Qatar, that's going to be held on Tuesday 23rd October at #Katara Opera house, building 16 at 7:00 pm
Tickets Available Free (Req reg)
http://www.katara.net

Lecture Series - Islamic Art and Architecture during the Abbasid period

Lecture Series – A Survey of Islamic Art & Architecture with Dr. Tarek Swelim

Monday 22 Oct- Islamic Art and Architecture during the Abbasid period

All lectures will take place at 5:00 pm and will be delivered in English
Location: MIA Auditoriumhttps://t.co/6weSpCZzZe pic.twitter.com/vRocCmRt6B

— MuseumofIslamicArt (@MIAQatar) October 10, 2018

3D printing solutions - DIC's IdeaCamp

If you're working on a great idea that offers 3D printing solutions, Let us hear about it! This is your chance to be a part of DIC's IdeaCamp, a program tailored to support entrepreneurs with great ideas.#ideacamp #digitalincubationcenter #DICstartups #MoTCqatar #3Dprinting pic.twitter.com/TwjwBCVWEO

— Incubation Center (@DIC_Startups) October 19, 2018

After the rain - before the rain

22 February and Abu Samra roads and tunnels of Al Sadd, Mesila and Jou'an Bin Hamad are completely free from water accumulation and they are open to traffic. Have a safe drive. #MoIQatar #Qatar

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) October 21, 2018

Head of the Rainfall Emergency Committee said that specialized teams worked in limiting the impact of the heavy, unprecedented rain of today. He stressed that work is continuing around the clock across the country to eliminate the standing water resulting from the rain. pic.twitter.com/2408MIJjSV

— Qatar News Agency (@QNAEnglish) October 20, 2018

 Thank you all the team for working hard  even at night ! Our area is almost dry !

heavy Rain in Qatar - Oct 20 2018

This  Saturday the rain in Qatar overwrote  everything . Programs  and events were cancelled - clubs closed -everyone was asked to stay at home .

It started around noon time - just the usual  heavy shower  of  these last  three days . We expected it to stop within one hour . But it  kept raining with a lots of thunder and lightnings until 4 pm . Then little rivers were created in our street . But it was fun - at lower parts of the city  it was worse .Water level   one meter at some parts of Doha .



 One of our child was taking part in an event . The school bus was supposed to get her back around two pm . But the tunnels were all closed and the bus could not get there in timely manner . When it managed to  get  near the modern building  of  Education City area then it could not  get closer to the building as it was flooded .

Finally she arrived home six hours later than  it was planned . Well  , it was an adventurous day .
And the rain is not over !

إستمرار توقعات الأمطار الرعدية يومي الأحد و الإثنين بإذن الله خاصة خلال فترة الظهيرة والمساء. #قطر
Thunderstorms are likely to continue on Sunday and Monday especially at noon and evening time. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/WFe6kM4tYV

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) October 20, 2018

  It is said that the amount of one year's rain has already hit the country  today .
  It was really a very heavy downpour  for hours .

Due to the severe weather, QF HQ and all QF centers and entities at Education City will be closed tomorrow. Having assessed the impact of heavy rain on roads in Doha, we’ve taken this decision to ensure the safety of all members of our community, which is our top priority. (1/3)

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) October 20, 2018

Please note the message below. pic.twitter.com/V2LkaMO8C5

— Texas A&M at Qatar (@TAMUQ) October 20, 2018

The Year of Culture Qatar - Russia 2018 - Fashion Show

Unstable weather conditions - warnings for sea riders

❗️❗️تحذير
❗️❗️Warning @MOI_Qatar #أرصاد_قطر pic.twitter.com/OzeDnco2Yx

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) October 16, 2018

  Afternoons and evenings can be dangerous  near the sea or  on it .Thunderstorms are expected until the 22 of October ,2018 . Stay safe !

Oriental rug design in red and blue tapestry

Oriental rug design in red and blue tapestry

by almawad

20% off with code HOLIDAYZSAVE

Oriental rug design in red and blue - an antique image is PRINTED on this item - illustration from an antique book- it was edited and applied on this wall tapestry by Alma Wad . Great at any interior with Middle Eastern flair .
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Mirqab Mall Family Fun Week October 18 - 27

What to expect : a day full of play , designing t-shirts, bags, notebooks and pencil cases ,



meet and take photos with Iron Man , magic and balloon shows , face painting ,



Activity Dates: Thursday, October 18 – Saturday, October 27



Activity Timings: 4 pm – 8 pm daily



Iron Man Dates: Friday, October 19 & Friday, October 26



Iron Man Timings: 5 pm & 7 pm



Magic Show Dates: Saturday, October 20 & Saturday, October 27



Magic Show Timings: 5 pm
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Zumba Pink Active - Free Entry for ladies -register

Aspire Zone opens registrations for Torch Staircase Run

Aspire Zone opens registrations for Torch Staircase Run. #AspireZone #Aspire #AZF #TorchTowers #TorchStaircaseRun #Qatar #Doha @aspirezone @TheTorchDoha https://t.co/baLBsMSuh2 pic.twitter.com/QlHtUlwJ8O

— Doha Stadium Plus (@Dohastadiumplus) October 8, 2018

European Film Festival - Doha 2018

Welcome to the #European🇪🇺Film Festival in #Doha organised by #EU MS Embassies, @DohaFilm & @Qatar_Museums at @MIAQatar 18-23 Oct. @SwedenDoha is presenting the #Swedishmovie, “Nice People” by #AndersHelgeson & #KarinafKlintberg on Mon 22Oct 2018 at 17.00 pic.twitter.com/euurUkWoQq

— Ewa Polano (@SwedenInDoha) October 7, 2018

Come to the first #European🇪🇺Film Festival in #Doha organised by #EU MS Embassies, @DohaFilm & @Qatar_Museums at @MIAQatar 18-23 of October 2018. @BGEmbassyQatar is presenting the #Bulgarian🇧🇬movie “The Infinite Garden” by Galin Stoev on Tuesday, 23rd of October 2018 from 5 p.m. pic.twitter.com/ZS4rOp6SO0

— Metin Kazak (@kazakmetin) October 5, 2018

THE ART OF FRENCH COOKING - IDAM RESTAURANT

ATTEND THE MASTERCLASS AT IDAM AND LEARN THE ART OF FRENCH COOKING.
12th & 26th October
Limited spaces available. Book now!

Call or email us at +974 4422 4488/Contact@IDAM-restaurant.com​https://t.co/XrsteGv1Ph pic.twitter.com/5RJ1njr7iE

— MuseumofIslamicArt (@MIAQatar) September 26, 2018

GEOMETRY WORKSHOP FOR KIDS AT MIA

EDUCATION AT MIA

GEOMETRY WORKSHOP

Date: 23, 24 October

Time: 16:00 pm -17:00 pm

Location: Museum of Islamic Art, Education Centre

Ages: 8-11 Years old.

Register here: https://t.co/BfqNUitN7N pic.twitter.com/KTPkElXPhR

— MuseumofIslamicArt (@MIAQatar) October 8, 2018

Conjoined twin separation surgery in Qatar

#Qatar's first conjoined #twin separation surgery was conducted by a team of 10 surgeons and anaesthesiologists, during a nine-hour procedure that went without any complications. Watch this video for more! #Proud #SidraMedicine pic.twitter.com/uaqYyrsgqL

— Sidra Medicine (@SidraMedicine) October 10, 2018

 

Kenar plant - Gulf region

Al Sadr also known as Kenar is a very important plant in the gulf region and it is best known for its medicinal properties#Nature #Wildlife #Doha #Qatar #Natural #Qatar_Nature #Flowers #Desert #Plant pic.twitter.com/EqGqygRayh

— Qatar e-Nature (@Qatar_eNature) October 10, 2018

also very interesting   - flora in Qatar

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with daughter in Doha at Fashion Week

NEW | Showstopper #AishwaryaRaiBachchan with her Daughter #AaradhyaBachchan & Beautiful @Sophie_Choudry at the #FWI2018 #Doha #Qatar #FWI18 pic.twitter.com/x7OT1nd9lF

— Aishwarya Planet (@AishwaryaPlanet) October 6, 2018

 The Fashion Weekend International took place at the Mondrian Hotel in Doha and it celebrated the works of an Indian designer Manish Malhotra . Also some Indian celebrities took part in the event . Like Aishawarya Rai Bachan  who looks younger than ten years ago . Her daughter also was there .
Though  the event was called international  - it seems to me that it was Indian .

Italian Food festival at LuLu

Check out the highlights of the Savour the best of Italy inauguration at LuLu Al Messila, The festival was inaugurated by H.E. the ambassador of Italy to Qatar Mr. Pasquale Salzano in the presence of Mr. Mohamed Althaf, LuLu Group Director and LuLu officials.
#HappyAtLuLu pic.twitter.com/349ygtuNLD

— LuLu Hypermarket (@LuLuHyperQA) October 8, 2018

Al-Andalusi recipes - cooking show at the QNL

Italian Symphony on October 20

Explore Education City

Explore #EducationCity on October 16-17 through the ‘Discover Education City’ fair that familiarizes students and the Qatar community with the programs and majors that HBKU and QF’s partner universities offer #QFeducation pic.twitter.com/1qPc9PW31F

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) October 4, 2018

Cruise Season starts in Qatar - Boudicca DISC ARRIVES

Cruise Season starts today with the docking of the luxurious Boudicca DISC. This season will extend from Oct, 2018 - Apr, 2019, with more than 43 arrivals to #Doha Port with around 140,000 passengers onboard. pic.twitter.com/As3v5LJpAQ

— Qatar Tourism (@QTACorporate) October 2, 2018

Moscow Sretensky Monastery Choir at Katara

Ambulance Service in Doha Festival City

5G Technology tested at Pearl Qatar

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What is 5G ?

Cute and smart cat - video

Clever cat 🐱 pic.twitter.com/MVPD4YZsKV

— 🌿Nature Is Marvelous🌾 (@marveIousnature) September 25, 2018

 Simply unbelievable !  

pets to be adopted at Paws Rescue Qatar

Monogram Aqua Blue Agate rock Gem Stone Pattern Paperweight

Monogram Aqua Blue Agate rock Gem Stone Pattern Paperweight

by KateLCards

Qatar Weather - marine warning for northern areas

Good Morning.
Hot and relatively humid weather with a chance of some local clouds at noon. We'd like to point out that there's a marine warning today for northern areas where wave height expected to reach 7 Ft. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/NfAPo2ucz8

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) September 25, 2018

Sleep Apnea - treatments in Qatar

Sleep Apnea is a serious sleeping disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or shallow breathing while you sleep. Symptoms include snoring loudly or even feeling tired after a full night's sleep.
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.#AsterDMHQatar #Qatar #Doha pic.twitter.com/sn1oxflESS

— Aster DMH Qatar (@asterdmhqatar) August 9, 2018

Mosque Silhouette at Night - Wall Clock

Mosque Silhouette at Night - Wall Clock

by SorayaShanCollection

Forgotten piece of gauze inside the Qatari patient cost the surgeon QR1MN

It happened in Qatar during a stomach banding operation . The patient has suffered a  lot due to the forgotten piece of gauze in her body . She had been suffering a  lot being treated for half year abroad .
The Civilian Court  has ordered  the hospital  to pay  QR1MN as compensation . That is around   USD 274,650.00 .

 The name of the surgeon and the hospital  was not  mentioned in the short article  of Gulf Times  .

Paint the town at Rayyan Hotel - September 27

It's time to try something new! Explore your artistic side at #PaintTheTown: #TakeMeToTropics! Enjoy a delicious buffet and a creative experience. Take home a masterpiece entirely made by you!

Book your tickets NOW on #Qtickets! https://t.co/xlQ9T1euNt pic.twitter.com/uWoZ9xNIqX

— Q-Tickets (@QticketsLIVE) September 20, 2018

Location: Al Rayyan Hotel -near the Mall of Qatar


 Date : Sep 27 2018

 Time: 7:00PM - 10:00PM


QR 250 is inclusive of select soft drinks, canapes and all the supplies you need to complete this work of art

Qatar Airways Annual Results - the toughest year

#QatarAirways’ annual results demonstrate the airline’s determination and commitment to growth in its toughest year in two decades. pic.twitter.com/a8X9Co7OB4

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) September 18, 2018

Dates production in the World

Dates production, 2016. (tonnes)

Egypt: 1,694,813
Iran: 1,065,704
Algeria: 1,029,596
Saudi: 964,536
UAE: 671,891
Iraq: 615,211
Pakistan: 494,601
Sudan: 439,120
Oman: 348,642
Tunisia: 241,000

(UN FAO) pic.twitter.com/U2EJZuXGrZ

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) September 18, 2018

Popular Music from Movies At the Qatar National Library

Hosszu had a lot of fun racing in Doha

Katinka had a lot of fun racing here in Doha, as always!  Sha says  thanks for the fans who came out to support!
800 free 8:34 1st
200 back 2:11 1st
50 breast 32,8 3rd
200 IM 2:11,5 1st
4*100 mixed medley relay 3rd #ironlady #hwapo #ironswim

Al Shaqab - life of a filly

"After practice, I would have to go back to my stable and take a nap 😴."#AlShaqab filly ( Breeding & Show stable )
"بعد التدريب ،أحب أن أعود إلى إسطبلي للقيلولة" مهرة الشقب😴
.(من إسطبلات الجمال والإنتاج) pic.twitter.com/OCWWrmDbub

— Al Shaqab (@AlShaqab) September 15, 2018

Roaring Lion's win in Ireland - Qatar Racing

David Redvers of Qatar Racing was very moved by Roaring Lion's win

"It was the best thing I've seen at a racecourse" pic.twitter.com/yWOnMAe506

— RTÉ Racing (@RTEracing) September 15, 2018

Qatar Bollywood Festival 7 -10 November

Qatar Bollywood Festival represents a mesmerizing period of 4 days to discover the rich culture and be entertained. We have created a program that will cover 4 days of arts, culture, movies, food and entertainment.#BollywoodFestival #hotelparkdoha#Bollywood#Doha#Qatar pic.twitter.com/LrKcgnBKQ9

— Hotel Park Doha (@hotelparkdoha) September 13, 2018

Oqba Bin Nafie Station completed - Qatar Metro Project

Interior architectural fit-out works along the entrance shelters, pedestrian subways, station concourse and platform public areas at Oqba Bin Nafie Station are completed.#QatarRail pic.twitter.com/2b1gEP8bTu

— Qatar Rail (@qrc_official) September 12, 2018

Coffee farmers of Rwanda - never tasted their products

I went to #Rwanda, where I met coffee farmers who produce some of the world's best coffee.

Some of them have never tasted their own producthttps://t.co/n9xkKhr1Kt via @AJEnglish

— Azad Essa (@azadessa) September 11, 2018

In the Middle” Show at Katara

#Katara Drama Theater, Building 16, will host
“In the Middle” Show
In cooperation with the Embassy of #France & French Institute in #Qatarhttps://t.co/CkRSEGAN6d
For more Inquiry Tel: 182 pic.twitter.com/PTxljsi5Ix

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) September 12, 2018

Hijri year 1440

أطيب التمنيات من #قافكو بمناسبة السنة الهجرية الجديدة. كل عام وأنتم بخير #QAFCO extends its warm wishes for the Hijri year 1440. Have a blessed year. pic.twitter.com/khCkQStLxg

— QAFCO (@Qafcopr) September 11, 2018

more than 1000 international students at QF

This week marks the start of the journey of over 1000 students from across the world as they join the Qatar Foundation family. Congratulations to the Classes of @TAMUQ, @NUQatar, @HBKU, @CarnegieMellonQ, @VCUQatar, @WCMQatar, and @GUQatar, and welcome to QF! #QFcommunity pic.twitter.com/PrH4iip2b3

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) September 4, 2018

Younès Rahmoun exhibition at VCUarts Qatar

Save the date!

“Little Worlds, Complex Structures” - a solo exhibition by renowned Moroccan artist Younès Rahmoun will take place at the Gallery at VCUarts Qatar from Sept 20 to Oct 20.

Find out more at https://t.co/JbJN4OsSWT pic.twitter.com/UhDpkrqGAp

— VCUarts Qatar (@VCUQatar) September 5, 2018

One Day in My World - Mohammed 13 - from Aden

One Day in My World: Mohammed is a 13-year-old boy living in #Aden #Yemen: “Behind me are the ruins of my house, that was totally shattered by an airstrike in 2015. I am now living with relatives, moving from house to house.” Peace #ForEveryChild #PeaceForYemenChildren pic.twitter.com/y3RYX9Hyw4

— UNICEF Yemen (@UNICEF_Yemen) September 8, 2018

Mozart’s Concerto for Flute and Harp - September 14 - Katara Opera House

The @QatarPO will be hosting another concert featuring the work of one of the greatest musical composers in history. Mozart's Concerto for Flute and Harp concert will take place this Friday. Learn more here: https://t.co/KHtmTtYoig #QFcommunity pic.twitter.com/cLPWUvL067

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) September 11, 2018

Qatar - visa open country

Ready for your next passport stamp? Qatar is now amongst the 10 most visa open countries in the WORLD and is ranked #1 in the Middle East!

Read about how #Qatar jumped from the 177th to the 8th most visa open country since 2014! 👉 https://t.co/V1HWW5tJeQ pic.twitter.com/spvbyon5oa

— World Tourism Organization (@UNWTO) September 3, 2018

THE TORCH DOHA - pool ladies days

We love pool ladies day!
Every Sunday, Monday & Tuesday from 9am to 1pm! @asayelb.a loves it too!
Thank you for the photo!#thetorchdoha #swimmingpool #luxuryhotel #qatarlife #skyhigh #Iloveqatar #seemydoha #luxurytravel pic.twitter.com/jlQvkeUNUH

— THE TORCH DOHA (@TheTorchDoha) September 3, 2018

Wakrah Ladies - Fitness Competition - Anytime Fitness

You can win fitness membership at the Anytime Fitness , Wakrah branch ! 💪😊

Free fitness classes at the Pearl

Try our Pilates, Muay Thai and Rapid Fire this coming Saturday 8th September at Dynamik QA for FREE!

Call 50403234 or email: info@evolvemindbodysoul.com to book!#Evolve #TeamEvolve #FItness #Doha #Qatar pic.twitter.com/QyJc0TToR2

— EvolveQatar (@EvolveQatar) September 6, 2018

It is still hot&humid in Doha

The weather is hot and relatively humid by the day as a result of the the easterly wind and humid by night, and the wave height ranges between 2-4 feet, the maximum temperature expected in #Doha 38 °C pic.twitter.com/ccQMmCer21

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) September 6, 2018

Ala'a - 12 - about PEACE

"It means on TV, I watch cartoons, instead of watching people die."

We asked Ala'a, 12, what peace means to her. Her hope will inspire you. @unicef_yemen#ChildrenUnderAttack pic.twitter.com/xBEMDgZklC

— UNICEF (@UNICEF) September 5, 2018

Emir of Qatar visits Germany

During the Forum, HH the Amir said: “My people and I still remember with great appreciation and respect the moral action shown by the Federal Republic of #Germany in rejecting the ongoing illegal measures imposed last year on the State of #Qatar by some of its neighbors.” pic.twitter.com/x4Wu4Im5GU

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) September 7, 2018

This Friday, HH the Amir will lead Qatar’s delegation at the Qatar-Germany Business & Investment Forum in Berlin. The Forum will see government officials & business leaders from Qatar & Germany meet to advance our economic partnerships. #QatarGermanyForumhttps://t.co/1PGcujblkq pic.twitter.com/BBjb6elmAz

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) September 4, 2018

Amb. Hans: A great start of a successful visit! Honored to welcome HH Amir Shk Tamim to Berlin for talks w/ President Steinmeier, Chancellor Merkel & FM Maas on the occasion of the Qatar🇶🇦Germany🇩🇪Economic Conference @MofaQatar_EN @MBA_AlThani_ #Doha @iloveqatar @QNAEnglish pic.twitter.com/2X6FlHTmjo

— German Embassy Doha (@GermanyinQatar) September 5, 2018

Amb. Hans: HE Minister of Energy Dr Al Sada visiting Siemens state of the art Gas Turbine Plant @Berlin as part of the official program. Germany is Qatar’s strategic partner in the field of power generation&distribution! @MofaQatar_EN @QNAEnglish #Doha @meiqatar @Siemens_Energy pic.twitter.com/GdhBCkgh0g

— German Embassy Doha (@GermanyinQatar) September 6, 2018

Permanent residence card holders - new Emiri law in Qatar

#Qatar has spared no effort to bring prosperity to all who live in Qatar. Permanent residence card holders will enjoy several benefits such as investing, access to free state healthcare and education, including other privileges. pic.twitter.com/9HEntY6qvt

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) September 5, 2018

Amir issued today the Law No. 10 of 2018 on permanent residency



get all the details here



main points

- If a candidate is born outside Qatar, he/she should have completed 20 years of stay in the country on a legal ordinary residency permit

- For those who were born in Qatar, this period has been limited to 10 years

- The Permanent Residency grant will not exceed 100 persons per year

Emirates flight quarantined in New York

Emirates flight quarantined in New York after at least 19 passengers fall ill https://t.co/uo3f7VzJWj pic.twitter.com/kdl5FxOPSY

— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) September 5, 2018

About 100 people complained of feeling sick
Ten people were taken to hospitals
nine declined treatment

locate your address - advice from MOI Qatar

Good morning #Qatar. A warm welcome to all.
Do you know that you can locate your address exploring https://t.co/FAziab89Qf? Identifying your zone no, street no and building no. will help authorities in reaching you quickly in case emergencies.
Have a nice day. #MoIQatar pic.twitter.com/8olb843H2S

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) September 3, 2018

Gift Ideas with Qatari theme

Palm trees are reflected in the water surface of a pond in Doha ,Qatar ,Al Bida park .Middle Eastern landscape radiating peace and harmony .Original photo by Alma Wad around 2007 . This park does not exit anymore due to some construction and new ,bigger park projects .You can customize this item with your own words .


Park in the Middle East Paperweight

by almawad

Dhows in Doha port - painting
 - 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 glass paperweight


Dhows in Doha port - painting Paperweight

by almawad

Torch Tower in Doha Paperweight

by almawad

Aspire Tower or Torch Tower in 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 . .It was designed by Hadi Simaan .Original photo by Alma Wad applied on a glass paperweight .

all the items above  are produced in Medford , NY , US  and can be ordered through Zazzle - a print on demand company  - just click on the links - you can add text /monograms /logo

Learn Arabic Calligraphy

where : Atelier -
Villa No.57
Bin Omran, next to Ministry of Interior Office
Near Al Ahli Hospital
Doha – Qatar

when :  Sept 11 2018 – 29 Sept 2018

age group  from 13 years and above 

 Fee : Arabic Calligraphy – 6 Sessions
  QR400 

 This is a special offer published in Qgrabs in August 2018 

FINA Swimming World Cup in Doha -Sept . 13-15

The second round of #FINASwimmingWorldCup2018 will be held in Doha from September 13-15. This year proves to be a must-see event with more than 44 countries and 320 swimmers having registered!

Book your tickets NOW on #Qtickets! https://t.co/PVmxivZBfG pic.twitter.com/ifJRIrntCQ

— Q-Tickets (@QticketsLIVE) August 25, 2018

TWO DAYS GYMNASTICS AT SUMMER ENT . CITY

Want to try out gymnastics tricks, face painting and take awesome photos? Join us with your kids at @SummerEntCity on 28 & 29 Aug as we bring #gymnastics to you ahead of the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships #Doha2018! Activities start from 7-10pm! #Dohagym2018 #Gogymtastic pic.twitter.com/glpcmAwzBH

— DohaGym2018 (@DohaGym2018) August 26, 2018

Biggest foreign-born communities in the EU

Morocco: 2.3
Turkey: 2.08
Russia: 1.8
Algeria: 1.5
Ukraine: 1.1
India: 1.06
Bosnia: 0.95
Albania: 0.9
Kazakhistan: 0.87
China: 0.82
Pakistan: 0.74
US: 0.58 
million people
(Eurostat)

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) August 26, 2018

Asian Games Gold for Qatar - Abdalelah Hassan wins 400m

I love the track! Abdalelah Hassan wins #Qatar the FIRST #AsianGames gold in 400m pic.twitter.com/eW8XGjWusw

— Xinhua Sports (@XHSports) August 26, 2018

Average annual GDP growth, past ten years in the Middle East

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Qatar: 9.1%
Turkey: 4.8%
Egypt: 4.2%
Israel: 3.7%
Saudi Arabia: 3.5%
UAE: 2.8%
Iran: 2.4%

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) August 26, 2018

Share of global oil production, 2016

Share of global oil production, 2016.

US: 13.4%
Saudi: 13.4%
Russia: 12.2%
Iran: 5%
Iraq: 4.8%
Canada: 4.8%
UAE: 4.4%
China: 4.3%
Kuwait: 3.4%
Brazil: 2.8%
Mexico: 2.7%
Venezuela: 2.6%
Nigeria: 2.2%
Norway: 2.2%
Qatar: 2.1%

(BP)

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) August 26, 2018

Ghenwa Yehia - award winning writer

For Ghenwa Yehia, the dream of writing a debut book was inspired by a universal feeling: how does one define ‘home’? Check out the latest story in this week’s Medium blog, where we ask about the inspirations behind her award-winning book https://t.co/L4QEFbBSSM #HBKU #QFcommunity pic.twitter.com/VwNUDC4rfT

— Qatar Foundation (@QF) August 18, 2018

The Garage Gallery exhibition

The Garage Gallery is now open for longer! Plan your visit to our current exhibition, Dual Inspiration #AIRIII
17 July – 1 Oct, 2018

Exhibition Timings:
Sun - Thurs: 9am-9pm
Fridays: 1pm-9pm

Closed on the first day of Eidhttps://t.co/Pri39a2SPf pic.twitter.com/jD8ptTOKAq

— Doha Fire Station (@DohaFireStation) August 19, 2018

birds in Qatar

#Didyouknow that one of the most common birds in Qatar is called Chiffchaff? #Qatar #Qatar_Nature #Birds pic.twitter.com/eoI16pCnSY

— Qatar e-Nature (@Qatar_eNature) August 19, 2018

World's best airlines, 2018

World's best airlines, 2018.

1. Singapore Airlines
2. Qatar Airways
3. ANA All Nippon Airways
4. Emirates
5. EVA Air
6. Cathay Pacific
7. Lufthansa
8. Hainan Airlines
9. Garuda Indonesia
10. Thai Airways

(Skytrax) pic.twitter.com/UJQBF0bJNx

— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) July 18, 2018

World Cup Mantle handed over to Qatar

HH The Emir received the #FIFAWorldCup2022 host's mantle from HE the Russian president! #seeyouin2022 #Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/7PwBaKZiR0

— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) July 15, 2018

2022 World Cup will be held from November 21st - December 18th.

FIFA have announced the 2022 World Cup will be held from November 21st - December 18th.

Qatar Football Stadiums 😳🔥 pic.twitter.com/WSYPzzSUxQ

— 8Fact Football WC 🏆 (@8Fact_Footballl) July 14, 2018

5.5 earthquake in the Gulf of Aden

According to @emcsquoman a 5.5 earthquake in the Gulf of Aden, was recorded at 05:57 a.m. Oman time. pic.twitter.com/Ew0Y8H2Tp7

— Oman Observer (@OmanObserver) July 15, 2018

Lagoona Mall Fan Zone - 2018 World Cup Final

Which national team are you cheering for at the #WorldCup final? 🇫🇷 🇭🇷
Don’t forget to join us tomorrow at #LagoonaMall’s fan zone and support you team by face painting it’s flag.#51East #JouéClubQatar pic.twitter.com/YcmkLE3tdZ

— JouéClub Qatar (@JoueClubQatar) July 14, 2018

People in Qatar - Mariam Farid

Congratulations to #TeamQatar athlete Mariam Farid getting the silver medal 🥈 in triple jump competitions in the Athletics championship for West Asia, Jordan 2018.
#yallaqatar #qatar #qatarinstagram @qatarathletics @QatarWomenSport pic.twitter.com/owrxB8IwCq

— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) July 11, 2018

People in Qatar - Haroon Yasin

Mr Haroon Yasin from 🇵🇰 #Pakistan currently studying in Georgetown University in Qatar was awarded the Young leaders award from #QueenElizabethII in Buckingham palace. pic.twitter.com/BZBD48azez

— خالد - پی ڈی سی (@KhalidPDC) July 12, 2018

The heart of the Metro of Doha

The heart of the Metro – this photo shows the main control and command center for the entire Doha Metro. Once fully operational, the screens will display train and passenger movement throughout the network.#QatarRail pic.twitter.com/7t4XOlJsDe

— Qatar Rail (@qrc_official) July 12, 2018

local dates festival -2018 Doha

Under the patronage of His Excellency Minister of #MME ,the Ministry of Municipality and Environment, represented by the Agricultural Sector and in cooperation with the #SouqWaqif organizes the 3rd #LocalDatesFestival from 19 July to 4 August 2018. #Qatar https://t.co/bOoaDJTmRL pic.twitter.com/W5x016oZrq

— Baladiya (@Baladiya1) July 9, 2018

Windy weather in Qatar - be careful

‼Northerly strong wind is observed in most areas with visibility dropping below 1km in some areas due to blowing dust. Windy conditions expected to continue during daytime and weaken at night, please be careful. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/MfcswYu45R

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) July 9, 2018

علوم الجو في مختلف أنحاء الدولة تُطلعنا عليها
أ/ أمينة الملا-متنبئ جوي-إدارة الأرصاد الجوية
عبر اتصال هاتفي ضمن #برنامج_الصباح_رباح
على #قناة_الريان#قطر pic.twitter.com/AkGCKcExiV

— قناة الريان الفضائية (@AlrayyanTV) July 9, 2018

unique caricature décor from MIA gift shop

Add some caricature cheer to your décor! Designed and made exclusively for Qatar Museums by the QM design team. Shop @MIAQatar’s gift shop and IN-Q store @HIAQatarhttps://t.co/EskRgvJN1x pic.twitter.com/3gjsurYJ54

— MuseumofIslamicArt (@MIAQatar) July 8, 2018

Qatar and France - bilateral relations

Qatar and France have a long history of bilateral relations. Here is a summary of this important relationship. #Qatar #France #QatarFrance pic.twitter.com/UYs9V8JMGQ

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) July 5, 2018

the city of cats - Istanbul - Nas daily video

Interesting video about the stray cats of Istanbul that are treated so well in this city . It makes me more curious about this city that I never visited though stayed in the airport transit several times . I love cats .

Northwestern Qatar 's summer camp for high-school students

More than 75 high-school students are spending their summer learning all things media at NU-Q! Participants in the program are exploring filmmaking, news broadcast, reporting, and editing. #DiscoverNUQ pic.twitter.com/pUXmyWiRv1

— Northwestern Qatar (@Qatar) July 4, 2018

STEM Summer Camp for high-school students

Any plans for this summer? Are you interested in #STEM? Why not join our STEM Summer Camp “STEM CampUS”? For more information or to register: https://t.co/gj6oflndi9 pic.twitter.com/icSpJtH5X1

— Shell_Qatar (@Shell_Qatar) July 4, 2018

Cheb Khaled - Aicha

Cheb Khalid concert - my impressions - ABHA arena - 2018 Doha

I  was the lucky one ☘ to escort  a younger family member to this concert  . It took place at the ABHA  arena . I knew it was free  and no tickets were issued . It made me 😥skeptical  about our chances of getting in . I am very weak when it is about pushing , skipping the line etc .

I was pleasantly surprised that everything went smoothly without the above mentioned practice .
We just walked in with five minutes standing in the lines .

Inside we found  restaurants , cafes ,play zones for children of different ages . Some seats and more places to stand .
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 Cheb Khaled is an Arab singer who sings also in  mixed languages  - French  - Arabic mostly . I am not an expert of the Arab pop music .However I share here my impressions .

The concert started with some  instrumental music . It was some pleasant North African traditional melody - it filled my heart with joy and totally enchanted me . It took me far far away in the time and space . Five minutes later the singer entered the scene as well .
The crowd greeted him with  great ovation . Hundreds of mobile phones were switched in to catch the moment .
I was disappointed . The singer  not only looked tired  but he sounded so .

 But the crowd - mostly expat Arabs - was very enthusiastic .  At least they understand the lyrics - I thought . I heard about the Arab music that many times it is just a background for some poetry or ballads .

 The singer got better and better as singing . His voice came back . After the break he was truly himself . Some music sounded like traditional village wedding music  others were slow and melancholic pieces .
 Cheb Khalid was wonderful performer at one of these sad songs I was nearly crying though I could not really understand his words . If someone tells me before that such things is possible I would not believe it .

The end of the concert was close and a lots of fans went closer to the stage . Many of them. holding  the flags of their countries - North African countries  - I guess . The singer took the flags and wrapped them around himself - representing the dream of many of his fans  - the unity of the Arabs .



The atmosphere became really hot  at Aisha and C'est la vie . These are the most famous hits .
Nobody was sitting anymore went  close to the stage  - they were cheering and dancing mildly .
When the lights went back and the crowd asked for some more music -Cheb Khalid  answered them  with an  apologetic smile  and he limped out of the stage . I liked that the people understood it  and let him go . Cheb means "young man " . But he is nearly sixty  and  standing  so long  must be tiring  .
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 going out should have been made  easier - though the building has many exits -  we were allowed to use only one .... I really disliked that

as we got out we saw one kilometer long line of men waiting for entry ... I was shocked to see that  fan zone -soccer on huge screen - attracts so many here ...but this is another story

I feel it is important to notice  that all the staff of the arena was  extremely  nice with the audience - as we were clients  of a five star hotel ... we were not ... the ones who got money spent the time in suites provided by the W hotel at the top seats area .

New piece of art at HIA QATAR

#COSMOS by #JeanMichelOthoniel at @HIAQatar. #Othoniel drew his inspiration for COSMOS from an artefact found in the collection of the #IMPei designed @MIAQatar in #Doha – the oldest Islamic astrolabe in the world. pic.twitter.com/804Xyo9FEg

— Al Mayassa Al Thani (@almayassahamad) July 1, 2018

A ROSE , COSMOS ,OUR LIFE  -  just some thoughts about this installation ...

Sparking and shining, the latest art installation is sure to captivate all passengers passing through HIA.
Cosmos, by Jean-Michel Othoniel, is a globe echoing the trajectories of the travellers all around our planet.
Tag us in your photos of this stunning display! pic.twitter.com/NiGthBFhnV

— Hamad Int'l Airport (@HIAQatar) July 2, 2018