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Upcoming annual Global Wellness Summit to spotlight Qatar’s world-class facilities

With a focus on holistic well-being, the Global Wellness Summit is fused to a multi-trillion-dollar global wellness economy. Qatar is just months away from hosting the annual Global Wellness Summit…

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‘Shattered’: Artist tells story of displacement after Turkey-Syria earthquake

More than 50,000 families in Syria have been displaced due to the earthquakes. The power of art has long transcended time and space and acted as a visual representation of…

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Qatar’s Lusail City named ‘Capital of Islamic Culture’ for year 2030

The city was named after one of the rarest flowers in Qatar in an effort to reflect its unique identity. A high-profile Islamic World conference designated Qatar’s Lusail City as…

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Hollywood writers reach ‘tentative deal’ with studios to end months-long strike

Hollywood writers were striking over pay and the use of artificial intelligence in the industry. Screenwriters in the United States say they have reached a tentative deal with studio bosses…

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Four influential Muslims make 2023 TIME100 list

The list recognises the 100 rising leaders worldwide who are shaping the future to inspire the next generation of leadership. Muslim icons have been revealed in the 2023 TIME100 Next…

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Katara spotlights Sudanese cultural diversity at ‘Sudan, Land of Colours’ exhibition

The vicious war in Sudan between the army and a robust paramilitary group has experts anticipating at least 1.8 million people to flee Sudan by the end of the year.…

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QNCC to host stellar music line up this month

Upcoming events on September 21 and 23 promise a fusion of regional talents at Qatar’s prime venue, the QNCC. After wrapping up its summer programme featuring blockbuster hits like Disney…

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‘Masterpieces of Furniture Design’ exhibition dives into evolution of design with centuries-old pieces

The exhibition runs from 8 September until 9 December. The evolution of design has long been a critical area of study for designers of all ages, with museums and history…

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The Butcher of Giza: Egyptian true crime series takes MENA region by storm

If the chronology of the show’s events is confusing, it’s time to hit pause. Here is a breakdown of what actually down according to the criminal court case. Featuring the…

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