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As Qatar observes the first fast, here’s the story behind the holy month of Ramadan

Qatar began its observance of Ramadan on Wednesday night, marking the first day of fasting on Thursday. As the sun sets over the bustling streets of Qatar, the air becomes…

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Ask an expert: Should you workout before or after breaking your fast?

With a little bit of planning and preparation, you can stay active and maintain your fitness goals during this holy month. Ramadan, the holy month of fasting and spiritual reflection,…

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Katara launches second edition of Arabic Poetry Prize

The Katara Prize for Arabic Poetry seeks to reward talented poets globally while promoting the rich cultural heritage of Arabic poetry. The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) has recently announced the…

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2000 mosques in Qatar ready to receive worshippers in Ramadan

Qatari authorities have launched several charity initiatives during the month of Ramadan to help those in-need. The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has made extensive preparations for the holy…

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From Fayza to Spacetoon, these are the iconic songs about mothers in the Arab world

Arabic music is rich with songs that pay tribute to mothers and the immense love and sacrifices they make for their children. Mother’s Day is a special occasion celebrated around…

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Intersecting art with nature: Olafur Eliasson’s ‘Curious Desert’ exhibition

Discover the mesmerising world of Olafur Eliasson’s art, where the ephemeral natural phenomena of the surrounding environment take centre stage. Qatar Museums launched its latest exhibition titled “The Curious Desert”…

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K-pop music festival in Qatar adds EVERGLOW and P1harmony to line-up

The rise of K-pop’s popularity in the Middle East is also reflected in the growing number of K-pop events and concerts being held in the region. In an exciting development…

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Is Doha the most romantic city? Tiktok seems to think so

As mega cruise ships and cruise liners make their maiden visits to Doha Port during the busy 2022–2023 cruise season, Qatar’s tourism industry is experiencing an additional boost. While Paris has…

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Qataris more concerned about online surveillance than other Arab nationals: research

As people spend more time online, concerns about digital privacy have also grown. Compared to citizens of five other Arab nations, Qataris appeared to be the most concerned about online…

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