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Qatar, Turkey team up to discuss security at FIFA World Cup 2022

FIFA World Cup organisers estimate that about 1.5 million visitors will attend the football event. Qatari and Turkish delegations held a meeting in Doha on Sunday to discuss security matters…

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Qatar Airways defends 160 additional daily flights at ‘carbon-neutral’ World Cup

With the international spotlight on the Gulf nation as the FIFA World Cup 2022 approaches, Qatar has been criticised over its sustainability promises for the tournament. The Chief Executive Officer…

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How will technology be used to manage FIFA World Cup crowds in Qatar?

One of the biggest challenges Qatar is set to face by the end of the year is crowd control. Now, researchers are trying to find a solution. Research teams in…

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UAE-Qatar airfares soar up to nearly 1,900% ahead of World Cup

The World Cup is anticipated to rush in an influx of visitors to the region, with daily air traffic expected to jump from 700 to 1,800 movements. Flight tickets from…

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PSG’s Al-Khelaifi fully acquitted of corruption charges for second time

The Qatari sports official was previously acquitted in 2020. The chairman of beIN Media Group Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been fully acquitted of charges of corruption for the second time by…

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Dutch coach dismisses ‘absurd’ decision to host FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar

Last week, FIFA’s President praised Qatar’s labour reforms and said that a “strong commitment” to ensure the effectiveness of those efforts is being exhibited by Qatar. Head Coach of the…

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Qatar’s Al-Tamimi clinches title at Atlanta Open

The prize money for the winner of the Life Time Atlanta Open squash competition stands at 12,000 dollars. Qatar’s Abdulla Al-Tamimi grabbed his title upon his victory at the Life…

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Qatar, FIFA and WHO agree to promote health at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

The international power of football will be used as leverage to advocate for a healthier way of life. Officials from Qatar, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and FIFA have agreed,…

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FIFA to discuss labour welfare in Qatar with Amnesty International

Law No. 18 of 2020 removed the need for workers to obtain their employer’s permission to change jobs while also establishing a non-discriminatory minimum wage. FIFA is meeting with a…

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