Vintage Winter Yard Scene

 

Vintage Xmas Yard Scene Letterhead
by almawad

• Dimensions: 11"l x 8.5"w (standard letter size)
• Choice of five different paper types
• High quality, full-color, full-bleed printing
• Compatible with inkjet and laser printers

Will be made by

Zazzle Paper

Reno, NV

Winter Wonderland Infinity Room - Museum of Illusions

 

It is sure to be an amazing and unimaginable experience,because whatever you see,especially here in the Museum of Illusions,is not what it appears to be !!

Location Gate Mall - Doha 

Contact  4020 6273

 Tickets

Adult (16+ years): 80 QAR Child (3-15 years): 60 QAR Family (2 adults & 2 kids under 15 years): 220 QAR Special Needs: 40 QAR VIP package (please contact us for details

OPEN

Sunday to Wednesday
9 am – 10 pm
Thursday And Saturday
9 am – 10 pm
Friday
1 pm – 10 pm

Refugee-run cafe in Athens

 

“Not everything is about money. When you help people and give them food and see the satisfaction [in their eyes], it’s the most rewarding thing.”

This refugee-run cafe in Athens is feeding refugees who have few other options during the coronavirus pandemic: pic.twitter.com/RzN8zFxSLq

— Doha Debates (@DohaDebates) November 26, 2020

WHO stops financial support for 10,000 health workers in Yemen

 

WHO stops financial support for 10,000 health workers in Yemen https://t.co/4Z7D0ZQEhb

— Middle East Monitor (@MiddleEastMnt) December 2, 2020

😠😠😠

Hamad Int'l Airport - 5-Star COVID-19 safety

 

#HIAQatar is the First airport in the Middle East and Asia to be awarded a 5-Star COVID-19 Airport Rating by @skytrax_uk . The airport was audited for its health & safety measures against the #Skytrax Hygiene Standards.https://t.co/92XCz7qVO5 pic.twitter.com/b51Q2ngDx8

— Hamad Int'l Airport (@HIAQatar) December 1, 2020

quarantine for all arrivals into Qatar - one week now

 

The quarantine requirement for all arrivals into Qatar has been reduced to one week https://t.co/LtASmNEZqE pic.twitter.com/E3hRKEOnWA

— Time Out Doha (@TimeOutDoha) November 27, 2020

Al Farkiah Beach - Women only days

🔊 Announcement by the Municipality of AlKhor & AlDhakhira about the #Alfarkiah #beach ; days and timings:

-Sunday and Wednesday :
Women and children only
from 7 AM to 10 PM.

-Rest of the week will be for thr families,
from 7 AM until midnight (12am). #MME #Qatar pic.twitter.com/uyFZR2WIAE

— Baladiya (@Baladiya1) November 28, 2020

 

Katara - Dhow festival - Dec 1 2020

 

جانب من تجهيزات #مهرجان_كتارا_للمحامل_التقليدية استعداد للإنطلاقه يوم الثلاثاء 1 ديسمبر 2020 في نسخته العاشرة

Part of the preparations for the 10th #Katara_traditional_dhows_festival ready to launch on Tuesday 1 December 2020#Katara #Qatar #Roadto2022#قطر #الوعد2022 pic.twitter.com/VfzqTropYY

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) November 28, 2020

#مهرجان_كتارا_للمحامل_التقليدية العاشر تظاهرة تراثية لجيل واعد
فكونوا على الموعد#كتارا #قطر #الوعد2022#كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات

The 10th edition of #Katara_traditional_dhows_festival is a heritage demonstration of a promising generation
Don't miss the event#Katara #Qatar pic.twitter.com/xWEZAhW2l1

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) November 28, 2020

purple geometric camels at night T-Shirt

 

purple geometric camels at night T-Shirt
by almawad

Some modern ,abstract camel expressed in geometric shapes . Original art by Alma Wad . It will be printed on a purple T-shirt . Great gift for those love camels , geometric art , Middle- Eastern theme . Wear it for a journey /an Arabian night theme party !

Will be made by

Zazzle Apparel

Various Locations, United States

Camel Festival in Qatar 2020-2021

 

The competitions of Founder Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Camel Festival for purebred Arabian camels kicked off Saturday. #CamelFestival #Qatar
Read more: https://t.co/UnQsaZROSM

— Alkass Digital (@alkassdigital) November 28, 2020

Equine Terminology

 

The word 'foal' is used for a horse younger than one year. Foals can be either a 'colt' (male) or a 'filly' (female). After turning one, a foal becomes a 'yearling'.#EVMC | #EquineHospital | #EquineHealth | #Doha | #Qatar pic.twitter.com/dchNL5l1dg

— Equine Veterinary Medical Center (@EVMCQatar) November 26, 2020

Weather forecast during the weekend - Nov 26 ,27 ,28 2020

 

حالة الطقس المتوقعة خلال عطلة نهاية الأسبوع ،نتمنى لكم عطلة نهاية أسبوع سعيدة #قطر

Weather forecast during the weekend wish you happy weekend #Qatar pic.twitter.com/C0r6yCrE2W

— أرصاد قطر (@qatarweather) November 26, 2020

Arab Cinema Posters: Art and Memory - QNLib digital exhibition

We’re pleased to announce the Library's digital exhibition, Arab Cinema Posters: Art and Memory, which will run from 25 November until 30 May.
If you’re a lover of art, cinema or history, you’ll enjoy our rich collection, which sheds light on film in the Middle East. pic.twitter.com/QuwA5od4zl

— مكتبة قطر الوطنية (@QNLib) November 24, 2020

The Doha Sharq Crossing : Qatar Extraordinary Mega Project

 

• three bridges interconnected by subsea tunnels
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•  design by architect Santiago Calatrava
• 
  
• it would link Hamad International Airport with Doha city center
• 
  
• expected to handle 6000 cars per hour
• 
  
•  the project is on hold now
• 
  
• it can be completed later -after  the FIFA world cup 2020

Friday and weekend promotions in November in Qatar

The weekend offers  at FNAC Qatar -  in stead of Black Friday they chose to offer promotions in November at weekends - so no more big countdown and rush  and fight for those items - just walk in at weekends 

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Max's biggest annual sale event ! White Wednesday !

Unfortunately, they do not write the exact day !

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On Monday (November 23) a “Super Friday” promotion offering “massive discounts” on electronics, mobile phones, fashion, and other products from the grocery and fresh food categories, which coincides with the “Black Friday” shopping season across the globe.

Running until December 5, offers will be available across the LuLu stores in the country and online shopping portal www.luluhypermarket.com 

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MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE  -  I visited some fashion /kids fashion stores but I did not see  any exciting promotion . Prices are bit lower . But compared to the after  lockdown sales of August  - it was nothing .The name Black Friday must disturb customers around here . They call it  Super Friday , White Friday , Friday promotions .   I think if you walk at any mall you will find plenty of promotions . Good Luck - Stay Safe and Have Fun  while shopping ! 

TURKEY SEASON IN QATAR

 

Gathering with family & friends this festive season?
Pick-up your Turkey-To-Go prepared by our culinary team, with side dishes, gravy & more
QAR 785!
7-8 Kg serving 8 to 10 persons
Contact us on 74481736/44053333
*72 hours prior orders, pick-up from November 25th till January 7th pic.twitter.com/ZWp2NYUaLx

— Kempinski Doha (@KempinskiDoha) November 18, 2020

Bring the #Thanksgiving celebrations from our home to yours this year. From November 26th to 28th, enjoy the perfect Thanksgiving feast with a deliciously cooked #Turkey To Go from Le Colonial, with your choice of sides and sauces.

Call us on +974 4009 9666 for more information. pic.twitter.com/msIuqIvBUy

— Alwadi Hotel Doha (@AlwadiHotelDoha) November 18, 2020

Celebrate Thanksgiving with an exquisite dinner at The Finest American Steakhouse in Qatar!

Available from November 19 to 27, 2020

For reservations, call 4446 0127#AstorGrillDoha #Thanksgiving #Thanksgiving2020 #Doha #Qatar #DohaLife #VisitQatar #IloveQatar

 

European Drive-in Film Festival - Doha - November 26 to 28

 

Got your tickets yet for the European Drive-in Film Fest? 🎟
Register now at https://t.co/YKvjagnc4U before the tickets run out!#FestivalCityDriveInCinema pic.twitter.com/zubSdudtsY

— Doha Festival City (@DohaFestCity) November 18, 2020

SNACK FREEDOM

" Doha, Qatar – The European Drive-In Film Festival, a drive-in cinema experience, will take place between November 26 to 28 at Doha Festival City. With an aim to promote cultural togetherness and lift community spirits despite the difficult times that people are going through, the festival will showcase foreign language films. The films, which will have English subtitles, were chosen specifically by the Embassies of Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden and Switzerland." 

SNACK FREEDOM - Guests can bring their own snacks during the movie and can also order from food and beverage outlets from Doha Festival City. The tickets will be free-of-cost and on a first come first serve basis and guests can buy their tickets online with our booking tool starting Nov 15 onwards . The films https://eurofilmfestival.qa/

Pediatrician - orange teddy - stethoscope square business card

 

Pediatrician - orange teddy - stethoscope square business card
by lumirala

Pediatrician with a simple orange teddy bear and heart shaped stethoscope - easy to personalize both sides of this square business card now with your own professional details .

Will be made by

Zazzle Invitations

Reno, NV

Find Health Facility in Qatar

 

Find Health Facility in Qatar

🔗 https://t.co/DtAbln0cqC

🔸 If no entry is selected from the available drop down menu, a list of all registered health facilities will be displayed regardless of their type or location.@MOPHQatar#Qatardigitalgov #Qatar pic.twitter.com/ZwWRSSL9FQ

— حكومي - قطر (@HukoomiQatar) November 18, 2020

 The Ministry of Public Health provides the public with a comprehensive list of licensed health facilities in Qatar. Search can be made by facility type and name or location through the online directory.

Fine weather across Qatar

 

Fine weather across #Qatar and temperature now ranging between 22-27 C with mostly Southeasterly wind light in speed and It is expected that chance of scattered rain tomorrow at some areas at times. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/Mt7ijBSdt4

— أرصاد قطر (@qatarweather) November 17, 2020

Lusail Tram tests - be careful when crossing the road

 

بينما نقوم بالاختبارات التجريبية لترام لوسيل، نحرص على سلامة المشاة! عند قطع الطريق، توخى الحذر وأنظر دائماً في كلا الاتجاهين!
While the Lusail Tram tests are undergoing, pedestrian safety is a key priority for us! When crossing the road, always look in both directions! pic.twitter.com/j1msOplRct

— Qatar Rail (@QatarRail) November 12, 2020

Painting Workshop on 14th of NOV - Artist Cafe

 

Acrylic Painting Workshop on 14th of NOV (Saturday) at 2PM-5PM The theme of this week will be ‘Cat’ 😺 ➡️Suitable for all ages ➡️for reservation 📲 77723266 ➡️ 200QR + 1 free drink (For adults) ➡️150QR +1 free drink (For Kids) ➡️All materials included 🎨 Location: Artist Cafe (QQ in the Pearl)

more info 

QNL -- collection to read - on America's presidential history

 

The US has elected its 46th president, Joe Biden. Explore our collection at the Library to read up on America's presidential history.https://t.co/2CQvRBjiyB pic.twitter.com/9TbQCCpy6T

— مكتبة قطر الوطنية (@QNLib) November 8, 2020

virtual exhibition "Femmes à la mode" by the artist Surahbi

 

You can visit the virtual exhibition "Femmes à la mode", by the artist/ Surahbi, through the #Katara website via this link:https://t.co/qg41CKNNJp#YourSafetyisMySafety#covid19#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/MDWMvBVEj0

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) November 5, 2020

QA at the new Berlin airport

 

A water cannon salute welcomes the arrival of our @Airbus A350-900 to the new #Berlin Brandenburg Airport.

We are proud to celebrate our arrival as the first global airline to land at the new airport's Southern runway. #BerlinTogether pic.twitter.com/PCfoQVYFFX

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) November 4, 2020

Government Communications Office statement on abandoned infant incident October 2020

 

Government Communications Office statement on abandoned infant discovered at Hamad International Airport.https://t.co/GgCOFo16Qk

— مكتب الاتصال الحكومي (@GCOQatar) October 28, 2020

the main points : 

•  On 2nd October 2020, a newborn infant was found in a trash can, concealed in a plastic bag and buried under garbage
•  the baby was rescued
•  the State of Qatar regrets any distress or infringement on the personal freedoms of any traveler caused by this action
• this was the first time  that they had to handle such incident
• State of Qatar has directed that a comprehensive, transparent investigation into the incident be conducted
• the mother was not found
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HMC’s Physiotherapy Department Launches New Website

•  new website for patients of Hamad hospital  
• physiotherapist instructional videos 
• more than 500 videos

HMC’s Physiotherapy Department Launches New Website Featuring Innovative Online Exercise Video Portal for Patients. https://t.co/4f7EBGhR48 pic.twitter.com/BVM0Opsmse

— مؤسسة حمد الطبية (@HMC_Qatar) October 25, 2020

Restart Tourism - AlUla plan

 

Our pledge to leave no one behind as we #RestartTourism is the backbone of the AlUla Framework.
Coordinated, we boost education and innovation to transform the livelihoods of millions, preserve our environment and #RestartTourism for all.

🔗https://t.co/GANFrIEyJq pic.twitter.com/aS3MPe8PSU

— World Tourism Organization (@UNWTO) October 26, 2020

deep water buoys for water quality monitoring

 

As part of the commitment to protect #marine #environment, an environmental monitoring buoys has been installed in #HamadPort deep water for water quality monitoring . The buoys were equipped with GPRS telemetry equipment to provide 24-hour information.#MwaniQatar@albaladiya pic.twitter.com/kez2vkE8xk

— Mwani Qatar (@MwaniQtr) October 14, 2020

PINK MONTH IN Qatar - and my memories of fellow women

 

  Breast cancer awarness month in Qatar .  Why is it important to remember about this ? Though breast cancer is not as high in Arabic countries as in the USA - it is still killing women here too . Early detection and treatment can save 80 -90 % of those patients lives . 

On Saturday 17 October #QatarAirways’ ‘#ThinkPink’ flight QR9901, for female only passengers and operated entirely by women, took a special route to create the ribbon image above Qatar with its unique flight path being displayed in real-time by popular flight tracking sites. pic.twitter.com/BhaAWdOsay

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) October 18, 2020

 

Our special #ThinkPink flight also had pink amenity kits and meals onboard, which passengers can also enjoy for the rest of October. pic.twitter.com/eG53XvXh2K

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) October 17, 2020

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Monoprix has this picture on their paper shopping bags this month . 

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MY MEMORIES

I remember about 30 years ago my best friend's mom fell with the bike then she felt something painful in her armpit . She went to see the doctor at once and it turned out that it had been breast cancer growing silently for a while . That fall was her luck because it helped the early discovery of the lump . She got the necessary treatments and she has been a survivor for more than 30 years now . Another story back then was the case of a very well educated woman . She was rejected by her husband even before her cancer . He left her for a younger woman . She just loved him too much and wished to gain his love again . When it turned out that she has breast cancer she refused the surgery for fear of losing that man forever .She died soon after and left behind two kids who were brought up by the grandma . Very sad story . But not uncommon that women choose the get no treatment for the fear of loosing a man . Dying rather than living without breast . When common sense does not work .When education does not help . Then there is a dire need of psychologist's help .

 

#Ain_Khaled recorded the highest amount of rain from the beginning of the day until 9 AM which reached 11 mm , 8 mm in #Messamir and 7 mm in #Alsad. #Qatar pic.twitter.com/egp7FYLLMf

— أرصاد قطر (@qatarweather) October 14, 2020

Traditional Handicrafts Exhibition - Katara

 Event Name : Traditional Handicrafts Exhibition - 10-day exhibition

 Location : Katara – the Cultural Village,Building 48

 Time : open daily from 9am-12noon ,4pm-10pm

 kiosks  4pm-10pm

 What to expect : handicrafts professionals, covering a wide range of materials and

artistic innovations from Ethiopia, Syria,

Palestine, Tunisia, Morocco, Sudan and Iran , Qatar

سعادة د. خالد بن إبراهيم السليطي، مدير عام #كتارا وبحضور عدد من سعادة السفراء المعتمدين لدى #قطر يفتتح النسخة الثالثة من #معرض_الحرف_اليدوية_التقليدية 2020 في الحي الثقافي#سلامتك_هي_سلامتي #الوعد2022 #كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات#كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية pic.twitter.com/ekNZUKO9Zp

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) October 14, 2020

BEST HOTELS IN THE WORLD - 33rd Readers’ Choice Awards - CN TRAVELS

 

•  1. Baur au Lac , Zurich , Switzerland
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•  2 .Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Colombia 
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• 3 .Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel Cusco, Peru
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• 4 . The Peninsula House Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
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• 5 . Mandarin Oriental, Doha ,  Qatar
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• 6. Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia ,Bogotá, Colombia
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• 7.Olema House Point Reyes ,California , United States
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• 8. The Peninsula Bangkok ,Bangkok, Thailand
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• 9.Raffles Istanbul ,Istanbul , Turkey
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• 10 .Bogota, Colombia ...
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• 26 . W Doha , Doha Qatar
  
  

See the full list  and more info  here

Search for a school in Qatar

 

It looks a very useful site . Parents who do not know well the educational institutes in Qatar can get help . 

HERE 

Most Supportive Airline 2020 - Qatar Airways

 

We are delighted to have recently been named 'Most Supportive Airline' at the 2020 Travel Daily Awards. You can #RelyOnUs to provide a seamless passenger experience throughout your journey. #QatarAirways pic.twitter.com/gLwGFntqGt

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) October 12, 2020

I hope all the best for Qatar Airways and all the civil transportation companies all over the world.

They bring enlightement to people's life . We can go and see other nations .We can learn about the world .

They are very important part of our modern lives . 

Sealine Beach Qatar

 

Hello Doha! ❤️#SealineBeach, Wowwww 🏖️😍😍😍😍

Sealine Beach is located in Mesaieed, approximately 36 kilometers south of the capital, #Doha. Sealine Beach is a great spot for sports, fishing, and camping, especially during the winter season.

📸 Captured by: @skymasters.qa 💯 pic.twitter.com/fXpOUzb5XC

— Qatar Day- Pulse of Nation (@qatarday) October 7, 2020

Rain in North of Qatar

 

سجلت مدينة #الرويس أعلى كمية أمطار ظهر اليوم حيث بلغت ٢١.٨ ملم. #قطر #أمطار قطر #قلايد_الوسمي
مطرنا بفضل الله ورحمته.

Highest rainfall amount recorded in #Alruwais today afternoon is 21.8 mm . #Qatar #Qatar_Rain pic.twitter.com/T592s13YQy

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) September 30, 2020

 the first rain after  months of usual drought  - it is just for a part of the country - in Doha where I live

 there is nothing  

Climate information for October in Doha

 

معلومات مناخية لشهر #اكتوبر في مدينة #الدوحة. #قطر
Climate information for #October in #Doha . #Qatar pic.twitter.com/bicqbkXmOm

— أرصاد قطر (@Qatar_Weather) September 30, 2020

17 doctors blacklisted for forged certificates in Qatar

 So far in the current year 17 doctors with fake papers had applied for licences

to practise  in Qatar  .Their nationality was not mentioned by the MoPH . Qatar is

an attractive place for expat healthcare professionals because the salary and working

conditions are nice . Qatar ranks very high at the quality of the healthcare in the world .

https://www.moph.gov.qa/english/mediacenter/News/Pages/NewsDetails.aspx?ItemId=283

LIST OF THE HEALTH FACILITIES APPROVED FOR PCR TEST - Qatar

 

A LIST OF THE HEALTH FACILITIES THAT HAVE BEEN APPROVED BY THE MINISTRY OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO MAKE PCR TEST FOR THE COVID-19 VIRUS pic.twitter.com/qOf8uq0Kfz

— وزارة الصحة العامة (@MOPHQatar) September 27, 2020

Library visit rules - September 2020

 

 What you are allowed and what you are not

   You can visit the Library -  but by appointment only !

                                               but only if you are older than 13 and younger than 60

                                               but only in case you are not pregnant 

  You can borrow books -  but  only in case you had requested  the books

                                            two working days before your booked visit

                                            no one will be allowed to the shelves !

 You can go with friends - but no more than ten people in a group allowed .

 You can eat and drink in the Library - there is an open cafe  and vending machines

                                                                 are also working

  Things that I do not understand : 1 . why we are not allowed to the shelves when in the supermarkets we can touch a product ?

                                                         2 . why we are not allowed to book by phone ?

                                                         3 . why a large part of the Library is closed? This way  the visitors will be more concentrated  in the central hall .

  What do you think about those safety measures ? 

Quiet place to study or read - book for one study carrel at QNL

 

Looking for a quiet place to study or read? Reserve an individual study carrel when you book your next visit to the...

Posted by ‎Qatar National Library مكتبة قطر الوطنية‎ on Wednesday, 16 September 2020

Recycling boxes for batteries at Al Meera

 

🔋 Do you have used recycling?
📥 Do not throw it randomly.

Put it in a box or special bag and
Bring it with you to the nearest Al Meera branch @AlMeeraQatar where we have placed the special container for used batteries.

♻ We take care of recycling. #environment #MME pic.twitter.com/092f18fkMp

— Baladiya (@Baladiya1) September 22, 2020

Tasty Street Coming Soon at Katara North

 

قريبًا... #شارع_المذاق في الجهة الشمالية لـ #كتارا#سلامتك_هي_سلامتي#لنتكاتف_من_اجل_قطر#قطر #الوعد2022#كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات#كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية

Soon... #Tasty_Street on the northern side of #Katara#YourSafetyisMySafety#covid19#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/X5srJXeaX6

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) September 23, 2020

lounge of pods and cabins for transiting passangers in HIA Qatar

 

Our friends at @HIAQatar have launched a new service for transiting passengers in need of a good sleep. It has opened a @sleepnfly lounge of pods and cabins for up to 50 guests, who can pay by the hour to enjoy a safe and comfortable space to rest. pic.twitter.com/yjSADEbShE

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) September 16, 2020

King Sargon II in Khorsabad (modern-day Iraq) in 706 BC - Museum From Home - Louvre

 

Au Louvre ! ✨
Explore the majestic cour Khorsabad by night...

🔦 This courtyard houses the impressive remains of the palace inaugurated by King Sargon II in Khorsabad (modern-day Iraq) in 706 BC.#MuseumFromHome pic.twitter.com/F4FbTHIpbN

— Musée du Louvre (@MuseeLouvre) September 15, 2020

Key messages of the Ministry of Public Health's press conference

 

Key messages of the Ministry of Public Health's press conference on COVID-19.

#YourSafetyIsMySafety pic.twitter.com/lTfVe0VmXI

— وزارة الصحة العامة (@MOPHQatar) September 14, 2020

Zulal Wellness Resort by Msheireb Properties

 

We are pleased to accept Gold in the RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for our latest development Zulal Wellness Resort by Msheireb Properties.#Msheireb #Msheirebproperties #Zulal #Qatar pic.twitter.com/lIFGzI1Ydv

— Msheireb Properties (@MsheirebDoha) April 11, 2019

Chiva-Som International Health Resort has announced the 2020 launch of its Zulal Wellness Resort in Qatar.

Read more: https://t.co/mLRtY4m9PH@chivasomresort @MsheirebDoha #Chiva-Som #Wellness #TAIM #Qatar #MiddleEast pic.twitter.com/rcrSCTR0f3

— Spa Opportunities (@SPAOPPS) November 6, 2019

Tired monkey -video

 

Who can relate today? 💤 #Primates pic.twitter.com/0UTnqz8mJv

— BBC Earth (@BBCEarth) September 13, 2020

I can relate to it . I  was very tired all day . I regained my energy only in the evening .

The Olympic Cycling Track - 33km

 

#Ashghal: The Olympic Cycling Track, on Al Khor Rd, broke a #GuinnessWorldRecords title for the Longest continuous cycle path with a length of 32.869 km. It is designed to allow speeds up to 50 km/hr. 29 tunnels & 5 bridges have been constructed to allow cyclists to path nonstop pic.twitter.com/TRke2nrVN4

— هيئة الأشغال العامة (@AshghalQatar) September 5, 2020

Quick facts about the new cycling path

•  cycling at night -1,450 street lamps along the path
•  car parking areas stretching along the path (  near Qatar University, Lusail Station, Lusail International Circuit, Semaisma Interchange and  Al Bayt Stadium )
•  completely separate from road traffic
•  cyclists  can speed up to 50 kilometers per hour
•  100 benches and 20 areas for resting along the path 

Good news for bike lovers ! 

We need to wait some time until the weather is favorable .

Fatima Al Nuaimi 's virtual exhibition

 

You can visit the virtual exhibition "The Result", by the Qatari artist / Fatima Al Nuaimi, through the #Katara website via this link:https://t.co/AuIo5JKwEw#YourSafetyisMySafety#covid19#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/UXaqnchAYU

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) September 13, 2020

Services Centres work again all day -MOI Qatar

 

Starting today, Sunday, 6 September 2020, Services Centres of the Ministry of Interior will work from 6 AM to 6 PM.

It’s our pleasure to serve you. #MoIQatar #YourSafetyIsMySafety pic.twitter.com/REICMKuMhG

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) September 6, 2020

 Do you have something  official  to arrange at the Ministry of Interior ? 

Services Centres  work again all day from 6 AM to 6 PM .

Doha Metro reopens - what has changed

 

-no more paper tickets , only cards

Only reusable Travel Cards are available now, for a contactless and safe journey. pic.twitter.com/8iAqGJxbCq

— Doha Metro & Lusail Tram (@metrotram_qa) August 31, 2020

- no day pass ( until further notice ) 

- you can top up the metro card online in case you wish to avoid using the vending machines https://www.qr.com.qa/top-up 

  -free wifi on board and at the stations - 30 minutes daily 

- open from 6 am to 11 pm from Saturday to Wednesday from 6 am to 11:59 pm on Thursday from 2 pm to 11:59 pm in Fridays

We are pleased to announce the return of the Doha Metro services & associated services, starting on 1st September,2020.

Visit our website https://t.co/R4Hm1mguqn or download the Qatar Rail App for service updates. pic.twitter.com/FAmF7XwTLj

— Doha Metro & Lusail Tram (@metrotram_qa) August 30, 2020

- you must use the Ehteraz tracking app /facemask to enter/ temperature check - you must keep two meter distance from the others

To ensure a safe journey, we have imposed precautionary measures for Doha Metro users, which include showing Ehteraz App status for passengers, wearing face masks, thermal scanning, and adhering to social distancing following the posters that have been placed in the network. pic.twitter.com/JiiHEEXcai

— Doha Metro & Lusail Tram (@metrotram_qa) August 31, 2020

Bin Ghannam Island - migratory birds paradise

 

Bin Ghannam Island is so special for its beauty that migratory birds stop there on the migratory routes every year, between May and October. It is also home to lush mangroves and pristine waters perfect for kayaking and birdwatching. #StayInspired #VisitQatarFromHome pic.twitter.com/5BxFIc962V

— Visit Qatar (@VisitQatar) June 27, 2020

 Al Khor Island , (Arabic: جزيرة الخور‎), also known as Jazirat bin Ghanim and Purple Island, is an island located in the municipality of Al Khor on the northeast coast of Qatar. 

Ministry of Interior seized 29 kilograms hashish and more

 

The General Directorate of Drug Enforcement at the Ministry of Interior seized 29 kilograms hashish and 10.2 kilograms of methamphetamine and arrested three Asians accused. #MoIQatar #DrugEnforcement pic.twitter.com/cOEU2wFwvV

— Ministry of Interior (@MOI_QatarEn) September 1, 2020

What will remain closed even after 1 September 2020 ?

 

   Though a  lots of facilities will  reopen in Qatar  with Phase 4   reopening plan 

   but not everything . Some places will remain closed and will reopen only at the third

  week of September supposed everything goes well .

  Playgrounds and leisure centres remain closed

  no summer camps

  no sports equipment in public parks

  no home services of beauty, barber, massage and fitness training

 no open buffet at any restaurant 

Phase 4 - lifting restrictions of Covid 19 in Qatar

  What will change  from 1 September 2020  ?

  Doha Metro will restart  with a capacity of 30%

  all mosques in the country will reopen for daily and Friday prayers ( no toilet /no  washing oneself)

  gatherings will be allowed :  maximum of 15 people indoors / 30 people outdoors

  wedding parties allowed  : maximum of 40 people indoors and 80 people outdoors ( no handshakes /no kisses )

  cinemas and theaters will reopen but only for those above 18 y . o . /only 15 % of their capacity 

   one can  go to  sporting events but  these places can work  only with a capacity of 20% indoors and 30% outdoors 

   private health clinics can work again in full capacity

  museums and public libraries can operate in full capacity and normal hours 

 opening indoor swimming pools at a capacity of 30%

 massage and sauna services can restart at a capacity of 30%

 cleaning and hospitality services in workplaces at a capacity of 30%

 and at private homes allowed 

 

500 years of French Cuisine - MIA Qatar Library Exhibition

 

What better way to celebrate #QatarFrance2020 than to take a journey through 500 years of #FrenchCuisine as represented in the @MIAQatar Library Gastronomy Collection.
Come explore some of the most influential French Chefs of the last five centuries.#FrenchGastronomy #Exhibition pic.twitter.com/1tzTmO0CJE

— Institut français du Qatar 🇶🇦 (@ifqdoha) August 24, 2020

the nurse who saved three newborn babies after the Beirut explosion - DW News

 

Meet the nurse who saved three newborn babies after the Beirut explosion. pic.twitter.com/PX9x6UMM9s

— DW News (@dwnews) August 21, 2020

Katara beach working hours and fees

 

Working hours of #Katara_Beach No. (3-4-5):
3 pm - 10 pm
Swimming till sunset
Fees:
- Adults 50 QR.
- 7 to 18 years old 25 QR.
- Kids under 7 years old free.
- Beach chair available for 5 QR
- Beach umbrellas currently not available

For more information, phone: 55449862 pic.twitter.com/C092BmCRB3

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) August 21, 2020

Katara International Chess Tournament 2020

 

#Katara, in cooperation with the #Qatar_Chess_Association, organizes the #Tournament 2020 online, from 24 to 26 August 2020, all the conditions are explained in the attachment
To register via this link:https://t.co/jgTBnptGVn#YourSafetyisMySafety#covid19#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/r4yRUVQEmB

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) August 22, 2020

From boarding gate to destination - face mask and shield to passangers of QA

 

All passengers travelling with #QatarAirways will receive a single-use face mask and shield to wear throughout their journey, from the moment they arrive at our boarding gate until they arrive safely at their final destination. #TravelWithConfidence #QatarAirways pic.twitter.com/0fxSYvSgwa

— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) August 22, 2020

Numbers in Qatar - 40,000 baby fishes

 

 40,000 baby fishes were released at two  locations in the northern coastal area of Qatar .

 The aim is to release 200,000 black sea bream to boost strategic stock of fish in Qatari waters .

 The  release operation was  by the  Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME) .

The black seabream (Spondyliosoma cantharus) live in northern Europe and in the Mediterranean .

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MOPH Qatar announced list of approved Covid-19 testing centers in Turkey, Germany, UK, and Thailand

MOPH announced list of approved Covid-19 testing centers in Turkey, Germany, UK, and Thailand https://t.co/N7TuwCWzpa pic.twitter.com/PgP2GLwn2r

— وزارة الصحة العامة (@MOPHQatar) August 19, 2020

to understand better rules about  entering the state of Qatar    read more  here

QNL - news from the library

 

Dear members, we look forward to welcoming you back to the Library. For safety reasons, visiting our building is currently by appointment only.
To register, please watch the following video and visit our website: https://t.co/yXP333sKkJ pic.twitter.com/9FZldrctLz

— مكتبة قطر الوطنية (@QNLib) August 11, 2020

Our Manuscript Librarian Mahmoud Zaki will discuss the textual structure of the Arabic manuscript—including colophons, notes of ownership, reading and transmission of text—based on examples drawn from our collection and further afield

Register now: https://t.co/LFGYTRXZXC pic.twitter.com/ara6709wbG

— مكتبة قطر الوطنية (@QNLib) August 12, 2020

More than 100 Farms - Local Dates Festival - Al Meera Qatar

 

5th #localsatesfestival is going on at all @AlMeeraQatar branches.
Prices are fixed. More than 100 Farms are displaying their products. Don’t miss the chance and taste the fresh local dates. #MME #Qatar pic.twitter.com/lVyve51Cd4

— Baladiya (@Baladiya1) August 11, 2020

QAFCO - world’s leading urea producer

 

Did you know? QAFCO is one of the world’s leading urea producers, contributing to 14% of the global traded supply.#QAFCO #Qatar #fertilizer #urea
هل كنت تعلم؟ قافكو هي إحدى الشركات العالمية الرائدة في إنتاج اليوريا ، حيث تساهم بنسبة 14٪ من الاِنتاج العالمي. pic.twitter.com/K3ayVTtFZb

— QAFCO (@Qafcopr) August 11, 2020

Qatar Fertiliser Company = QAFCO  

Urea, also known as carbamide, is an organic compound with chemical formula CO(NH2)2. This amide has two –NH2 groups joined by a carbonyl (C=O) functional group. Urea serves an important role in the metabolism of nitrogen-containing compounds by animals and is the main nitrogen-containing substance in the urine of mammals. Friedrich Wöhler's discovery, in 1828, that urea can be produced from inorganic starting materials, was an important conceptual milestone in chemistry.

.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urea

“I Read Arabic” online reading competition for kids by QNL

 

The Library, in cooperation with Little Thinking Minds, is pleased to announce the second online reading competition through the "I Read Arabic" program.

For more information, please visit our website: https://t.co/iXvmvcZK66 pic.twitter.com/bmZqfcccSa

— مكتبة قطر الوطنية (@QNLib) August 9, 2020

The Library, in collaboration with Little Thinking Minds, is pleased to announce the second round of the “I Read Arabic” online reading competition. This competition aims to develop children's love of reading by presenting it in a fun and entertaining way, instilling an appreciation for the Arabic language and strengthening their link to their identity. You can also use the open library on the "I Read Arabic" platform by accessing it from Children's Online Resources if you don't want to register for the competition.

 Language: Arabic 

Age group: Children from 1st through 8th grade 

Registration starts on 9 August at 12:01 AM and ends on 13 August at 11:59 PM. 

The competition starts on 16 August and ends on 9 September. 

The winners will be announced on 15 September.

Katara is reopening - phase 3 - video

 

أهلًا وسهلاً بكم في #كتارا#سلامتك_هي_سلامتي#لنتكاتف_من_أجل_قطر#قطر #الوعد2022#كتارا_ملتقى_الثقافات#كتارا_وجهة_ثقافية_سياحية

Welcome to #Katara#YourSafetyisMySafety#Covid19#Qatar #Roadto2022 pic.twitter.com/u8C3DaXNhQ

— كتارا | Katara (@kataraqatar) August 8, 2020

interior of an LNG ship cargo tank

I would have never guessed what I am looking at here. This is the interior of an LNG (liquefied natural gas) ship cargo tank. Source: https://t.co/ESk8VJ4hdh pic.twitter.com/3fdtvNtENX

— Simon Kuestenmacher (@simongerman600) August 8, 2020

Qatar reopening - phase 3 - my personal experience

 Yesterday, I decided to visit Doha Festival City and Ikea.  Considering that there is only a limited number of people allowed inside , I chose this large facility . 

  It was late in the evening; however, there were two hours left before closing time. We were lucky we arrived on time.  We were happy to see the large Welcome sign at the  IKEA restaurant, but when we wished to enter there was a  smaller sign that said something like that  " Sorry - because of the limited number of customers, we cannot accept more  people."  The restaurant was nearly empty . We could only see five or six people inside. The menu screens at the serving section were still on. The staff were standing there,bored .We couldn't  reach them. There was a  red rope barrier between us and our dinner possibility. There was no one to explain how their  system was working .

It was fun walking inside the Ikea. After buying some items, we were happy to find out that their bistro was open, but only for take-away!

 We walked to the Doha  Festival City; it was nearly ten pm. They are open until eleven, not the shops though. They were closing in front of us. Some restaurants and cafes were still open; however, all of them were full . Everybody was turned down. By this time  the  huge mall was filled of frustrated  whirling crowds    .  No shopping , no eating , no way to relax ! 

 By this time our feet were aching, and we were hungry. Luckily, outside there were lots of taxis to take us back home.

   It was a good kind of exercise . Leave your high-heels at home and wear your training shoes! Unless you wish to relax or eat in, in which case you must arrive much earlier  than we did ! 

 I  see that the reopening  should be gradual  yet there is one thing I do not understand .   Why it is not considered that  allowing more places to reopen  would result in better distribution of people  inside  the mall  . Social distancing would be easier  to practice !

UPDATE 

 Returning to the mall after one week was much better experience . Amazing ! Like someone read my blog and my complains were heard .

 We managed to get to the IKEA restaurant . The cashier told me that they were allowed only 30 % of occupancy but they turn very few people down in the mornings and early afternoons .  More cafes and restaurants were open and more seats were placed on public areas .

 Then I found a lots of "great prices "  when shopping around .That made me feel I might return SOON.