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CULTURE


QF’s Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum Launches Program to Connect Art and Learning for Children, Youth, and Families
Workshops and guided tours will introduce participants to art through learning and creative practice Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum, established by Qatar Foundation, has launched a Learning and Outreach Program, beginning a new phase of educational programming following the museum’s recent opening to the public.Located in Education City, Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum opened its doors in November 2025 and is dedicated to the life and work of Maqbool Fida Husain, one o


With You It Rises, From You It Awaits: Building the Future with People, Learning, and Culture at the Core
By Kholoud M. Al Ali, Executive Director of Community Engagement and Programming, Qatar Foundation. Nations are shaped over time by the choices they make about people - not only by what they build, but by how they invest in learning, curiosity, and the capacity of individuals to engage with the world around them. Progress rises through people, and the future depends on what they are empowered to become. As Qatar marks its National Day, this idea feels particularly present. ‘


Msheireb Museums, Earthna, German Embassy Host Doha Climate Talks, Focusing on Green Finance and Sustainability
Msheireb Museums, Earthna, and the German Embassy Doha recently hosted the second session of the Doha Climate Talks at Bin Jelmood House. The event convened specialists and stakeholders to discuss financial approaches that promote climate-conscious development. Titled “Driving Sustainable Finance: Collaborative Insights from Qatari and German Experts,” the discussion centred on the increasing importance of financial approaches that support environmental and climate objectiv


Qatari Artist Unveils New Minneapolis–St. Paul Mural Inspired by Legacy of Qatar-USA 2021 Year of Culture
Minneapolis–St. Paul has a new splash of colour on its skyline, and it comes from halfway around the world. Qatari contemporary artist Mubarak Nasser Al-Thani has completed a large-scale mural in the Twin Cities, offering a fresh take on some of the area’s most familiar landmarks inspired by repeating patterns popular in Middle Eastern design. The mural features a stylised mix of Minneapolis–St. Paul icons, including the historic Foshay Tower, Stone Arch Bridge, IDS Center,


AI's Inclusion Gap: CMU-Q’s expert in Arabic AI calls for research that "reflects our culture and identity"
Houda Bouamor, a leading Arabic NLP researcher, outlines the key challenges for AI in the Middle East—and how CMU-Q is building a new generation of talent to meet them. The future of artificial intelligence in the Middle East hinges on solving its "inclusion" problem, according to Houda Bouamor, a leading expert in Arabic Natural Language Processing (NLP) and an associate teaching professor at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q). Most AI models are trained on formal,


Three Major Market Announcements Signal Argentina’s Expanding Economic Footprint in Qatar
The Year of Culture partnership has laid the foundation for a deeper economic relationship between Qatar and Argentina . T hat groundwork became visible this year with three major commercial announcements delivered during a high-level delegation visit by H.E. Mr. Hernán Lombardi, Minister of Economic Development for the City of Buenos Aires, and Augusto Ardiles, Undersecretary of Investments. The agreements mark a significant milestone in Argentina’s growing commercial presen


Qatar Museums and UK Partners Agree on Joint Advancement of Creative Industries as Part of Ongoing Years of Culture Collaboration
Qatar Museums (QM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Kingdom’s Department for Business and Trade and the British Council, marking an important milestone in the long-standing cultural relationship nurtured through the Qatar-UK 2013 Year of Culture and subsequent programming. The agreement promotes deep collaboration across creative industries, reinforcing a shared commitment to knowledge exchange and cultural dialogue. At the heart of the MoU is a shar


The British Council Qatar Announces 10th Edition of the Qatar-UK Festival 2025, Celebrating a Decade of Cultural Collaboration
The British Council, in partnership with Qatar Museums, the British Embassy Doha, and the UK Department for Business & Trade, supported by GREAT campaign proudly announces the 10th edition of the Qatar–UK Festival, taking place from 2–12 December 2025. The Festival is an ongoing legacy of the hugely successful Qatar-UK 2013 Year of Culture. Marking a decade of cultural collaboration, this milestone edition celebrates the strategic partnership between Qatar and the UK and th


Msheireb Downtown Doha All Set to Welcome Football Fans for Arab Cup 2025
Msheireb Downtown Doha is fully prepared to serve as a premier destination for the upcoming FIFA Arab Cup 2025, with comprehensive activations scheduled from 1 to 18 December across multiple locations within the city, and will host extensive fan experiences at Barahat Msheireb, Sikkat Wadi Msheireb, and Al Kahraba Street, operating daily from 3 PM to 11 PM. Football Experience Across Msheireb During the tournament period, Msheireb Downtown Doha will become a lively centre f


QNBN and Carnegie Mellon Qatar agree to collaborate on digital security and infrastructure innovation
Qatar National Broadband Network (QNBN) and Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation in the fields of next-generation networking, digital security research, and capacity building for the nation’s digital economy. The MoU was formally signed by Eng. Ahmad Mohamed AL-Kuwari , CEO of Qatar National Broadband Network, and Dr. Michael Trick , Dean of Carnegie Mellon University in Q


Walls That Speak: JEDARIART Brings Qatar’s Artistic Spirit to Chile and Argentina
In a year defined by creativity without borders, Years of Culture and Qatar Museums’ Public Art Department have taken JEDARIART, Qatar’s beloved public art programme, on a new journey across Latin America. This November, the project arrived in Chile and Argentina, transforming public spaces into open-air galleries that celebrate friendship, hospitality, and the universal language of art. Launched in 2020 under the patronage of Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bi


Years of Culture Brings Heritage Preservation Training to Chile through Partnership with Qatar Museums and ICCROM
In collaboration with Qatar Museums , the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) , Chile’s National Centre for World Heritage Sites , and the World Heritage Site Municipal Corporation of Valparaíso, and Trama Cultura , Years of Culture is hosting a regional workshop in Valparaíso, Chile , from 24 to 28 November 2025 , dedicated to strengthening international cooperation in safeguarding heritage. As part of the Q


WISE 12 Summit Launches in Doha, Bringing Global Education Leaders Together Under the Theme ‘Humanity.io: Human Values at the Heart of Education’
With more than 4,000 attendees, the opening day featured high-level plenaries and immersive learning experiences focused on the future of human-centered education The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE), a global initiative of Qatar Foundation, launched the 12th edition of its flagship Summit today at Qatar National Convention Centre. Held under the theme “ Humanity.io : Human Values at the Heart of Education’, the opening day of the Summit brought together global


Keeta Qatar and Batabit Motorcycle Club Join Forces to Champion Road Safety Through “My Ride. My Responsibility” Initiative
Keeta, the international subsidiary of Meituan, China’s on-demand delivery service, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Qatar Motorcycle Club (Batabit) , a government sports club operating under the supervision of the Ministry of Sports and Youth , to strengthen road-safety awareness and rider-training initiatives across the country. The collaboration marks the official launch of Keeta Qatar’s 12-month safety and awareness program, as part of “My Ride. My Respon


Msheireb Museums Shares Decade of Heritage Innovation at ICOM Dubai 2025
Msheireb Museums participated in the ICOM (International Council of Museums) Dubai 2025 Conference from 12 to 17 November at Dubai World Trade Centre, sharing insights from a decade of transforming heritage into living inspiration. The participation follows the recent 10th anniversary celebrations and enabled Msheireb Museums to present the practical methodologies documented in its recently launched publications to museum professionals and cultural heritage experts from acros


Sidra Medicine to Host Qatar Advancements in Pediatric Excellence Conference (QAPEX 2025)
Advancing the future of pediatric healthcare through innovation, education, and collaboration Sidra Medicine , a member of Qatar Foundation, will host the Qatar Advancements in Pediatric Excellence (QAPEX) Conference on 21 and 22 November 2025 at Al Sharq Village Hotel in Doha, Qatar. The conference will bring together leading experts, clinicians, and researchers to elevate the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in Qatar and the region across various pediatric s


BENETTI RETURNS TO THE QATAR BOAT SHOW, CONFIRMING GROWTH IN THE MIDDLE
The House of Yachting returns to Doha for the second edition of the Qatar Boat Show, held from November 5 to 8, 2025, confirming the strategic role of the Middle East and the growing interest in custom yachts built by Benetti. Following its successful debut in 2024, Benetti will once again be taking part in the Qatar Boat Show 2025 . This strengthens its presence in the Gulf area, which continues to be one of the most dynamic and strategic for the Shipyard that has been


Qatar Foundation’s WISE 12 to Reimagine Education Through Human Values and Technology
The summit will bridge innovation and identity to reimagine education for humanity The 12 th edition of WISE will convene this year on 24-25 November bringing together global education leaders, experts and changemakers at the Qatar National Convention Centre under the theme “ Humanity.io : Human Values at the Heart of Education”. Registration to the summit is open at https://www.wise-qatar.org/wise-12/ . WISE 12 will aim to advance conversations around education and its ro


His Excellency Mohammed bin Hassan Al Malki, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry opens Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar in Doha
Held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Inaugurated by His Excellency Mohammed bin Hassan Al Malki, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar officially opened at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) . Taking place until 16 October, the events offer a full spectrum of build and design solutions under one roof, brin


Ibtechar Majlis Brings Together National Leaders to Shape the Future of Qatar’s Public Sector Innovation
The inaugural dialogue explored the power of Public Innovation Labs in accelerating government transformation and strengthening citizen...


Qatar Foundation’s Earthna and Qatari Diar Sign MoU to Advance the Arid Cities Network
New partnership to accelerate global sustainable development in arid cities Qatar Foundation’s Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future...


QATAR POLO CLUB ANNOUNCES POLO ALMARSA QATAR PRESENTED BY QATAR CALENDAR
The Country’s First Polo Showcase to Debut at Old Doha Port in December 2025 Celebrating Argentina and Chile through the Qatar...


QatarDebate Hosts Three Roundtable Sessions in New York as Part of U.S. Arabic Debating Championship
“Debaters for Change” brings together 150+ debaters and adjudicators from 40+ universities across the U.S. and Canada Continuing its...


Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar facilitate growth in the country’s construction and design industries from 14-16 October 2025
Held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs...


Marking 11 years of advancing precision medicine and genomics
Marking 11 years of advancing precision medicine and genomics Marking 11 years of advancing precision medicine and genomics, Sidra...


Qatar Investment and Innovation Conference Welcomes MCIT as Strategic Partner
Qatar Investment and Innovation Conference is honoured to announce that the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)...


Hisham Nourin: Qatar Foundation fosters intellectual and cultural dialogue through BilAraby initiative and QIYADA
As part of the QIYADA Conference, Qatar Foundation’s BilAraby Initiative hosted two dialogue sessions on September 19 and 20 at Multaqa...


Real Estate Leaders Unite at PF Agent Ignite in Doha to Champion Transparency, Trust, and Growth
His Excellency Engineer Khalid bin Ahmad Al Obaidli joins industry stakeholders to set the tone for Qatar’s evolving property sector...


MIRAMAX ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH DOHA FILM INSTITUTE TO ELEVATE ARABIC-LANGUAGE STORYTELLING
The Program Will Support DFI’s Series Program and Original Content Development in the Region Miramax, the award-winning global film and...


SLD, JRE, and GFG Sign Strategic Partnership to Redefine Design in the Middle East**
Steve Leung Design Group (SLD), Just Real Estate (JRE), and Gallery Five Group (GFG) have officially signed a strategic partnership...


talabat Launches HBN Kitchen by Chef Hamad Al Hajri
talabat, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region, has officially launched HBN Kitchen by celebrated Qatari Chef and...


Dukhan Bank Announces First Set of Winners in Land Rover Credit Card Spending Campaign
Dukhan Bank has announced the first five winners of its ongoing promotional campaign in collaboration with Visa, which offers customers...


Keeta Sets Stage for Qatar Market Entry with Exclusive Founding Vendor Program for Early Partners
Keeta, the international subsidiary of Meituan — China’s on-demand delivery giant — today announced the launch of its Founding Vendor...


Ooredoo Recognized Among the World's Leading Telecom Companies for its Strong Market Impact and Long-Term Growth Strategy
Qatar’s Ooredoo has entered the ranks of the world’s top 10 telecom operator value creators, according to the Boston Consulting Group's...


Msheireb Museums Unveils 2025 Summer Programme: Encouraging Creative Expression Through Cultural Heritage
Msheireb Museums, Qatar's pioneering heritage destination within Msheireb Downtown Doha, announces the launch of its 2025 Summer...
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