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Researchers: Qatar’s labor policies helping fight income inequality

Two American academics have penned a paper arguing that Qatar, through its large foreign workforce, is doing more to reduce the gap between the world’s richest and poorest citizens than almost any other country.

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GCC meet in Doha apparently postponed as Gulf tensions continue

Though Qatar expelled some members of the Muslim Brotherhood this fall, analysts say the UAE is still uncomfortable with its neighbor’s support for the organization.

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Qatar Airways, Interpol sign deal to help catch potential criminals

The national carrier has been testing a new system in which it can cross-check passenger passports with the world police body's vast database of stolen and lost documents.

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Al Jazeera on Qatar cybercrime law: Don’t limit media freedom

When asked about Qatar’s new cybercrime law, which has been criticized as a setback for freedom of expression, the acting head of Al Jazeera said he opposed any government limits placed on professional journalists.

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Doha schools step up security following US safety alert for region (update 2)

Citing an anonymous posting on an extremist website, the US Embassy here has asked American teachers and those working in western schools to "remain vigilant" against a potential attack - though there is no specific Qatar threat.

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Emir makes first official visit to UK

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani’s visit to London comes as British politicians and media call on the UK government to take Qatar to task over its alleged support of ISIL.

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Saudi Arabia imprisons 27 for planning attacks on US military in Qatar

A Qatari man was reportedly the leader of one group of individuals who was handed a 30-year sentence for crimes that included "joining an extremist group."

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Qatar rejoins UN Human Rights Council

Human rights advocates say they hope the country’s elevation to the international body will spur it to speed up planned reforms to its restrictive sponsorship law.

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Jailed Al Jazeera journalists granted January appeal hearing

Network representatives said they are hopeful that the lack of evidence in the cases against Mohamed Fahmy, Peter Greste and Baher Mohamed will work in their favor when the court hears their appeal next year.

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