Qatar’s premier lifestyle destination unites community, culture, and collective hope through an immersive campaign that culminates in a landmark Sidra Tree Plantation Ceremony honouring exceptional individuals who embody the spirit of resilience Place Vendôme, Qatar’s premier luxury shopping, lifestyle, and entertainment destination, has launched ‘Rooted in Resilience,’ a community-driven campaign inspired by the Sidra tree, one of Qatar’s most enduring cultural symbols. A he

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) is preparing to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2026, a cohort of 106 students distinguished by their academic rigor, global perspective, and significant professional preparation. Representing 33 nationalities and speaking 32 unique languages, the Class of 2026 reflects the diverse, multicultural environment that defines the CMU-Q experience within Education City. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundation partner university. Michael Tric

Sponsored by HSBC Bank Qatar and supported by the Ministry of Labour and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education The British Council recently hosted the UK Alumni Career & Networking Event in Qatar, bringing together distinguished UK alumni, industry leaders and key stakeholders to explore career opportunities and the evolving landscape of the finance sector. Sponsored by HSBC Bank Qatar and delivered by the British Council, the event was supported by the Ministry of L

Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine hosted the second session of the 2026 Science Café series on Monday, which convened leading experts who discussed neurodevelopmental conditions from the perspective of science, technology, ability and achievement under the theme “Different Abilities, Shared Futures: Disability and Success.” Focusing on inclusive environments for children and adolescents, the session underscored the value of recognising individual capabilities and creating

Allianz Partners, a world leader in insurance and assistance services, announced a new strategic reinsurance relationship with Al Koot Insurance, Qatar’s leading medical insurance provider. From 1 November 2026, the Health line of Allianz Partners will transition its business in Qatar from a direct operating model to a reinsurance model, with Al Koot Insurance offering international private medical insurance (IPMI). The reinsurance relationship will combine Allianz Partners’

Doha Design District (DDD), the creative hub at the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, has announced its Public Art Open Call, inviting artists, designers, and creatives to submit proposals for innovative public artworks. The initiative positions public art as an integral part of the public realm, enhancing everyday urban life while reinforcing the district’s identity and enriching the overall visitor experience. Through this program, the District continues to advance its role

The British Council has launched a new series of professional engagement events for UK alumni in Qatar, in partnership with HSBC Qatar and Msheireb Museums, aimed at supporting career development and strengthening connections between education and industry. The three-part event series brings together UK alumni and final-year students specialising in finance, banking, and business, providing a platform to explore emerging career opportunities, industry trends, and professional

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, hosted a landmark gathering for its alumni community at the Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani Museum. The event served as a celebration of the university’s growing legacy and the official launch of two major initiatives: the CMU-Q Alumni Association and a new suite of Alumni Awards. The timing of these announcements is significant as the university looks forward to Graduation 2026. When this y

Dell Technologies and Ooredoo today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver and power modern AI services. The MoU was signed by Travers Nicholas, Managing Director, North Gulf at Dell Technologies, and Hassan Ismail Al-Emadi, Chief Business Officer (CBO) at Ooredoo Qatar. Under the agreement, Ooredoo and Dell intend to make AI-as-a-Service available through Ooredoo’s Sovereign AI Cloud. Powered by Dell, this service is planned to offer organiza

The 14th Arabian Women Exhibition concluded successfully at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), on Wednesday, February 18, following five days of strong visitor engagement. The event, which began on February 13, reaffirmed its position as a significant regional platform for women in business, featuring 250 female entrepreneurs and designers. The exhibition hosted 250 local and international booths, showcasing diverse Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr 2026 collections in h

Snap Inc. has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the State of Qatar’s Government Communications Office (GCO) during Web Summit Qatar 2026, reinforcing a shared commitment to strengthening Qatar’s creator, media, and digital communications ecosystem. The MoUs outline a multi-year collaboration focused on creator innovation, digital storytelling, and talent development, positioning Doha as a regional and global hub for the creator economy, advertising, and media

Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future (Earthna), a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) launched a new collaborative report, 'Industrial Policies for Economic Diversification in Qatar: A Research and Policy Agenda', during a session hosted at the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council Pavilion on 4 February at Web Summit Qatar, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The report ou

Doha Design District (DDD) has reinforced its status as the region’s leading creative powerhouse after hosting a landmark week of international art and design activations that positioned Msheireb Downtown Doha at the center of the global cultural conversation. Bringing together world-renowned institutions, international galleries, leading creatives, collectors, and cultural decision-makers, DDD transformed into a dynamic platform for dialogue, exchange, and innovation — under

The Media Majlis Museum wrapped up its engagement at Web Summit Qatar 2026 as part of Northwestern University in Qatar’s expanded pavilion programming, engaging international audiences through an interactive exhibition examining the evolving relationship between media, technology, and storytelling. The Museum was part of Northwestern Qatar’s broader engagement at the Summit, which this year featured an expanded pavilion and a comprehensive program of presentations, live pod

TOD, the region’s leading sports and entertainment streaming platform, is set to bring comprehensive coverage of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to audiences across the Middle East and North Africa, delivering world-class winter sports action directly to viewers throughout the region. Scheduled to take place from 6 to 22 February 2026, the Milano Cortina Games will unite the world’s top winter athletes across iconic Italian venues, celebrating excellence, resilie

Msheireb Downtown Doha has wrapped up its winter season as the premier destination for residents and tourists across the GCC, recording 5 million visits since November 2025 until the first week of February. The district has emerged as a go-to winter hub, presenting a mix of art, culture, sports, family entertainment, and community experiences under the theme “In Msheireb, there is a vibe for everyone.” Residents and international visitors travelled to iconic spaces across t

Art Basel today opens its first-ever fair in the MENASA region (Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia), marking a significant new chapter in its global evolution and for the international art market. Art Basel Qatar , presented in partnership with Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) and QC+ , takes place across Msheireb Downtown Doha and runs through 7 February . The inaugural edition of Art Basel Qatar brings together 87 international galleries , presenting the work of 84 ar

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) , the global professional services firm known for its action-oriented approach, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Snoonu, Qatar’s leading homegrown technology super app. The collaboration will support the development of Qatar’s high-growth ecosystem through Snoonu’s startup incubator, in line with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. The agreement was announced during the Qatar Web Summit , taking place in Doha from February 1

Msheireb Properties, Qatar’s leading sustainable real estate developer, has announced a key collaboration with Ooredoo Qatar and Honeywell to help automate and manage Msheireb Downtown Doha, one of the world’s most advanced and intelligent smart cities globally. Unveiled at the Web Summit Qatar event, this landmark agreement introduces a pioneering Artificial Intelligence Powered platform designed to help optimise urban operations and enhance the quality of life for all res

Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine hosted the first Science Café session of 2026, marking the third year of their collaboration to bring scientific knowledge closer to the public. The session, titled Stem Cells in Precision Medicine: From Research to Reality, took place at Bin Jelmood House, Msheireb Museums, on Wednesday. Attracting a full house of over 100 attendees, it provided an engaging public forum that demystified the science of stem cells and their contribution to m

Education unfolds through art, dialogue, and hands-on practice at Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum Each year, the International Day of Education – marked on 24 January – offers an opportunity to explore how learning takes place across different settings. Alongside formal education systems, cultural and public spaces are increasingly part of this landscape. Museums have become spaces where this broader view of learning is made visible. Through immersive experiences, dialogue

His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, Head of State and Supreme Commander of Qatar Armed Forces, inaugurated the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 at the Qatar National Convention Centre. The opening ceremony was attended by His Excellency Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, along with a numbe

Hamad Port today welcomed eight visiting international warships as part of the activities of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026). The event will officially commence tomorrow, Monday, and continue until 22 January 2026. Visiting warships from France, Kuwait, Oman, Russia, and Saudi Arabia berthed at the port alongside Qatari warship. They were received by Major (Sea) Abdulrahman Yousuf Al-Malki, Warships Logistics Director, in the pr

The event features over 200 local and international companies, supported by eight major international pavilions. Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi Saleh Al-Ansari, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026), affirmed full readiness for the ninth edition of the international event, which will commence tomorrow, Monday 19 January, and run for four days until 22 January at the Qatar National Convention Ce

The Media Majlis Museum at Northwestern University in Qatar will present a critical and immersive exploration of the future of the Gulf region in its spring 2026 exhibition, “What’s between, between?” curated by Jack Thomas Taylor, curator of art, media and technology, and Amal Zeyad Ali, assistant curator, running from January 26 to May 14 th , 2026. The exhibition will offer audiences the chance to examine the meanings and “Gulf Futurism,” a term coined by Qatari artist S

“IP Character “Oscar” to Serve as Cricket Ambassador Inside Dugong Adventure Theme Park” Today, Dugong Family, Qatar’s original IP brand, and the Qatar Cricket Association officially signed a strategic partnership agreement at the Qatar Olympic Committee, marking a new milestone in promoting youth sports development and family-oriented sports culture in Qatar. Under the agreement, Dugong Family’s flagship IP character “Oscar” has been appointed as the Ambassador of the Qatar

Msheireb Museums, in partnership with Qatar Television and the Australian Embassy in Doha, successfully hosted a screening of the documentary film “Al Nayla: A Journey to the Depths of Sea and the Secrets of Extracting Oysters and Pearls from the Coast of Australia.” The event took place on Tuesday at Stories in Msheireb Museums, gathering diplomats, officials, and members of the public to present the historical and cultural connections between Qatar and Australia through the

Consulting HAUS emphasized the deal was a milestone for the local and regional ecosystem Consulting HAUS served as the exclusive sell‑side advisor to Snoonu in its landmark acquisition by Jahez Group. By guiding Snoonu through negotiations and positioning the company at more than a billion‑riyal valuation, Consulting HAUS played a pivotal role in securing favorable terms and ensuring the transaction reflected Snoonu’s growth trajectory. From business planning to deal structur

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

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, 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

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,

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,

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 (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