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Sun, 23 May 2021 07:42:56 +0000
Heading to Umrah this year? Here’s what you need to know
Only those who have been fully vaccinated can perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia. Those returning to Qatar from Umrah in Saudi Arabia can now undergo a PCR test on arrival at Hamad International Airport or Abu Samra port at a cost of QR 300 per test, Qata...

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:01:17 +0000
‘We Are All Palestine’: QRCS launches urgent QR 60 million relief fund
Qatar Red Crescent Society has launched an urgent relief fundraising campaign of QR60mn to assist Palestinians after almost two week of Israeli attacks. Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has announced the launch of a QR 60 million fundraising campaig...

Sun, 23 May 2021 07:50:22 +0000
Qatar’s amir says committed to halting Israeli attacks on Palestinians
While a ceasefire came into effect on Friday to end the 11-day deadly offensive on Gaza, Israeli attacks on Palestinians continue. Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani pledged to help stop Israeli attacks against Palestinians and the Al...

Sun, 23 May 2021 07:09:52 +0000
Qatar’s Shura Council elections an ‘expansion of civil society’: analyst
Qatar’s Shura Council will hold its first-ever elections later this year, which experts say could promote more political participation. On Wednesday, Qatar’s Cabinet approved a draft law with provisions concerning the Shura Council electoral...

Sat, 22 May 2021 06:00:08 +0000
How social media beat Israel’s propaganda machine 
After decades of oppression, censorship, and suppression, Israel has finally lost control of the narrative in Palestine.  Israel striking Palestine is, unfortunately, nothing new. For over seven decades, it has bombarded Palestinian land, killing it...

Sat, 22 May 2021 06:17:26 +0000
Debunking common myths on skin cancer 
May is Skin Cancer Awareness month and as temperatures rise in Qatar and around the world, and with more people spending time at pools and beaches, it is important to know the facts, risk factors and precautionary measures to help keep our skin healt...

Fri, 21 May 2021 10:05:30 +0000
UN, EU thank Qatar for facilitating ceasefire in Gaza Strip
A Qatar and Egypt brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has come into effect after days of deadly violence. After nearly two weeks of heavy bombardment that killed hundreds in the besieged Gaza Strip, Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire on T...

Fri, 21 May 2021 09:37:44 +0000
OPINION: Shura Council elections would provide Qatari citizens with a stake and voice in government affairs
Qatar’s upcoming Shura council elections would provide Qatari citizens with a stake and voice in government affairs, writes Michael Eisner. Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani is on the brink of introducing a new measure of democracy in...

Thu, 20 May 2021 13:55:30 +0000
Arabic, Islamic studies now compulsory subjects for private schools in Qatar
Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education announced that Arabic and Islamic education is now compulsory in private schools.  Arabic, and Islamic studies are now mandatory subjects at all  private schools and kindergartens across the ...

Thu, 20 May 2021 13:36:42 +0000
Sheikha Moza’s EAA kicks into action as Israeli raids bring Palestinian education to grinding halt
Sheikha Moza and her foundation, Education Above All, have vowed to support and proceed with educational projects in Palestine amid continued Israeli attacks.  Sheikha Mozza bint Nasser took to social media to shed light on the obstacles facing Pale...



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