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Update: FIFA formally opens investigation into Byron Castillo case

World Cup 2022 hosts Qatar are scheduled to play against Ecuador at the Al-Bayt Stadium on November 21. FIFA has planned to conduct disciplinary proceedings in relation to Byron David…

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Qatar plans to boost its ‘$450bn sovereign wealth fund’

Qatar Investment Authority is the world’s ninth largest sovereign wealth fund, standing at $450 billion. Qatar is mulling a proposal to expand its $450 billion sovereign wealth fund, according to…

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New electric car charging service launched

Kahramaa, in collaboration with Tarsheed, has completed the installation and operation of 25 electric vehicle charging stations around Qatar. A new electronic service has been launched that allows people to request…

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Qatar-Saudi Arabia establish joint business council

Last year, commerce between Saudi Arabia and Qatar totalled 2.7 bn QAR, down from 8.3 bn in 2016 pre-blockade. The complete formation of the Saudi-Qatari Business Council has been officially…

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FIFA World Cup 2022 organisers guarantee ‘affordable’ accommodation for fans

There have been growing concerns over accommodation prices and availability. World Cup Qatar 2022 organisers reassured fans that the tournament will be “as affordable as possible for everyone.” FIFA World…

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Business

Iconic British luxury retailer Fortnum & Mason to open in Qatar

Over the last few years, Qatar’s booming retail sector has attracted a plethora of major merchants. Fortnum & Mason, one of London’s most prominent and prestigious department stores is opening…

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Qatar opens specialised hospital in Gaza for electronic prosthetics

The Gaza Strip is home to about 48,000 persons with disabilities affecting their daily lives. The Gaza-based Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al-Thani Hospital for Rehabilitation and Prosthetics held a workshop…

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Uber carpool may come to Qatar for FIFA World Cup 2022

“We’re currently discussing and exploring launching a couple of products during the World Cup, such as the Uber Bus and UberPool,” said Nasser Al Sharshani, Uber Qatar’s Country Manager. Uber…

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Sports
News

PSG ‘optimistic’ about Kylian Mbappe’s renewal

Despite being held to a 1-1 home draw by 10-man Lens, Paris Saint-Germain secured a record-equaling 10th Ligue 1 title on Saturday, moving level with Saint-Etienne. Following conversations with Kylian…