Monday, October 05, 2026

Qatar's Golden Finish at the 2026 Asian Games 🥇🐎


         

  • Qatar Olympic Committee's post celebrates rider Faleh Al Ajami winning gold in the individual show jumping (1.40-1.50m) event on the final day of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, fulfilling the team's pledge to return with gold.
  • The Arabic and English announcement highlights the equestrian team's strong close to the Games, with three accompanying photos showing Al Ajami mid-jump on his horse Qapella and promotional gold medal graphics.
  • Al Ajami's first individual Asian Games gold, secured in a jump-off, contributed to Qatar's overall tally of 18 medals (6 gold, 6 silver, 6 bronze), an improvement from the 2023 edition.

Sunday, October 04, 2026

Arabian Oryx to Sea Turtle: Qatar's World Animal Day Appeal 🦅🐢

 

  • Qatar's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change posted this on October 4 to mark World  Day, urging global cooperation to protect animals from illegal trade, climate change, and human encroachment.
  • The short video displays a detailed digital illustration of Qatari wildlife—including Arabian oryx, gazelles, fox, falcon, and sea turtle—set against desert dunes, mangroves, a traditional dhow, and Doha's modAnimalern skyline.
  • The message emphasizes raising awareness on animal rights, preventing extinctions, and strengthening international policies for species protection.

 

Monday, September 28, 2026

Bassem wins gold for Qatar 🥇🇶🇦

 

Friday, September 25, 2026

Qatar’s 3x3 Basketball Team Wins Silver at Nagoya Asian Games 🥈🏀🇶🇦

 


 

  • Qatar's official Olympic Committee announced a silver medal win for the men's 3x3 basketball team at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
  • Images show four Qatari players in team uniforms proudly displaying silver medals and event mascots while celebrating on the podium with raised arms.
  • Thursday, September 24, 2026

    🎯 "Qatar's Superstar: Al Attiyah Wins Skeet Team Gold in Nagoya

     🏅 Qatar's Nasser Al Attiyah — rally driver & Olympic shooting medalist — posted a photo wearing gold at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan 🥇🧸


    📅 Sept 23: He and teammates Rashed Saleh Al Athba & Ali Al Ishaq won gold in the men's skeet team event (353 points) 🎯, ahead of Kuwait 🥈 and India 🥉


    🌟 A super versatile athlete born in Doha, now 55 👴. He placed 5th in the individual skeet event ✂️


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    Wednesday, September 23, 2026

    Weather i warning in Qatar - light mist - humid conditions

     

  • Official evening forecast from Qatar Meteorology Department warns of humid conditions with light mist potentially turning to fog in spots later on September 23, 2026.
  • Winds will shift between northeasterly and northwesterly at light to moderate speeds, common in Qatar's coastal September transition period.
  • Team Qatar duo Haya Abou Issa and Laila Mohammed in action in the beach volleyball

     

    Tuesday, September 15, 2026

    Desert Falls - waterpark dicounts on Mondays

     


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    Folk Fiesta Wednesday at Indian Cultural Center - Doha

     Indian Cultural Centre presents Wednesday Fiesta – A Celebration of Folk Music on Wednesday, 16th September 2026 at ICC Ashoka Hall from 7pm onwards. All are cordially invited to join the fiesta.







    QatArt Arts & Craft Workshops - Sept 18 - 19

     #Katara presents QatArt Arts & Craft Workshops, offering a variety of creative and hands-on experiences for different age groups.

    💳 Participation fees apply, and the fees vary for each workshop as shown in the poster.
    To register via email: education@katara.net



    Monday, September 14, 2026

    New life has settled in the ORCHARD. - HIA - Qatar

     


    ___Hamad International Airport has added koi fish to the pond at The ORCHARD, its 6,000 sqm indoor tropical garden in Concourse C, bringing colour, movement, and ecological balance to the space. Opened in 2022 and LEED Gold certified, the garden holds over 300 trees and 25,000 plants from sustainable sources, uses natural daylight through a grid shell roof, and consumes 30% less energy and 55% less water than standard designs. A video shows the koi swimming among rocks and greenery, inviting transit passengers to relax and connect with nature in this airport oasis combining shopping, dining, and calm.

    Private Business Jet Crashes on Landing at Misrata Airport, Libya

     

    Heavy rain in Mecca - September 13

     On September 13, 2026, Al Jazeera English shared footage of intense rain and thunderstorms soaking the Kaaba and the Grand Mosque in Mecca. Worshippers in ihram continued praying and performing tawaf despite the downpour. Saudi authorities issued flood warnings, advising residents and visitors to stay away from valleys and low-lying areas, as thunderstorms were forecast to affect Makkah and surrounding regions through mid-September. The rare rainfall in Mecca's typically arid climate produced striking scenes — water cascading over the Kaaba's black cloth and flooding the marble courtyards beneath dark, stormy skies.



    Sunday, September 06, 2026

    Protein-Packed Chocolate Mousse with Dates & Greek Yogurt

     Nutritionist Amanda Flavours posted a short X video showing how to whip up a speedy chocolate mousse using wholesome ingredients like dates, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds. Simply blitz everything with cocoa, milk, and vanilla in a food processor, chill for 45–60 minutes, and top with raspberries. It’s a fuss-free, nutritious dessert that skips refined sugar while packing in protein and fiber.



    Tuesday, September 01, 2026

    From Spectator to Champion: How Doha 2006 Inspired a Medalist

     Footage was shot  about  Reem Al Sharshani at Lusail Shooting Range—a facility that has endured since Qatar hosted the 2006 Asian Games and still serves as a training ground for top athletes. Al Sharshani first took up competitive shooting in 2011, inspired by those very Games, and has since collected World Cup medals in both bronze and gold, all while maintaining her career as a clinical dietitian.



    Monday, August 31, 2026

    Is Your Cosmetic Practitioner Licensed? Qatar Issues Urgent Warning

     Qatar’s Interior Ministry, working with the Public Health Ministry, arrested three Europeans for performing unlicensed medical and cosmetic treatments. Police seized drugs, tools, and equipment linked to the illegal practice. Authorities warned residents to always check practitioner credentials before receiving treatment.

    Tuesday, August 25, 2026

    Weekly Chess meet-ups at QNL

     


    📚 Weekly casual chess at the library. Open to all ages and skill levels ♟️—learn the basics, meet players, or compete for fun. Chess sets provided ✅. Just show up—no RSVP required 🚪✨.



    Sunday, August 23, 2026

    NEW - fast money-transfer service to India

     

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    Doha Metro is welcoming students for the new academic year

     


     Qatar Rail launched a bilingual back-to-school campaign encouraging students to use the Doha Metro for their daily commute. A 14-second animated video features a train-themed backpack mascot demonstrating the full journey—from entering Al Messila station and tapping tickets, to using escalators and boarding the train—aiming to promote the metro as a convenient and fun option for school travel.


    Student use of public transport in Qatar remains low, with dedicated school buses (operated by Karwa) serving as the main option, while the Doha Metro sees very limited school-related ridership. Private cars dominate, causing significant congestion around schools. A 2023 survey of public school students identified barriers like long trip times, safety concerns, inconvenient schedules, and cultural factors. School bus usage varies (around 40–45% in some government schools), with private cars accounting for 55% or more. The Metro's Green Line serves education hubs but attracts few student trips. Qatar is promoting metro use through campaigns and school visits, and is transitioning buses to electric fleets by 2030. However, challenges remain in coverage, timing, safety perceptions, and integration. Increasing student transit use would require better route alignment, incentives, awareness, and first/last-mile connectivity.

    Mass swimming lessons in Gaza

     In late August 2026, over a thousand children in Khan Younis, Gaza, took part in a seaside swimming workshop designed to encourage physical activity and emotional resilience following years of conflict and uprooted lives. Organized by local trainers, the event was part of a broader campaign called "Swim with Gaza," founded by coach Amjed Tantish. The pools were improvised using sandbags and debris, and the project intends to involve many more children through holiday sessions that provide uncommon opportunities for recreation and learning. With humanitarian agencies like UNRWA and UNICEF reporting that roughly 1.1 million young Gazans require psychological care, the swimming class represented a brief, meaningful escape from the enduring effects of violence, loss, and limited safe environments.


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