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Sheikha Hind participates in first session of the Qatari Inspirational Women initiative

The significant event is aimed at empowering young women and promoting educational excellence. Qatar Foundation (QF) Vice-Chairperson and Chief Executive, HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad al-Thani, has taken part in…

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Experts say Qatar can compete in global esports industry. Here’s how

Esports has seen increased interest in recent years, with its global market value expected to reach billions of dollars . Qatar is vying for a leading position in esports as…

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In The Classroom

Qatar scales up education by allowing only world’s top 300 universities to open branches in the country

Qatar is preparing a new draft law on higher education policies and licensing of institutions and their programmes. Only universities within the top 300 in worldwide ranking will be allowed…

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Sheikha Moza: My visit to Renad Academy

Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, reflects on the importance of autism awareness and allowing all children to reach their full potential. It’s the morning of 2 April,…

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Doha hosts crucial talks on future of education in Afghanistan

UN experts have stated that the persistent and illegitimate deprivation of education for girls and young women in Afghanistan represents a worldwide low point in the sector. Qatar hosted pivotal…

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‘Choice is yours’: Qatar kicks off its annual National Sports Day in push for healthy lifestyle

Since 2012, the country has preserved the holiday on the second Tuesday of every February Residents across Qatar are marking the annual National Sports Day (NSD) on Tuesday with the…

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‘You cannot predict earthquakes’: Qatar-based scientist hits back at Dutch seismologist’s warnings

Some locals and residents in Qatar have expressed panic and alarm due to false or misleading information about earthquake predictions that have spread on social media platforms. Experts in Qatar…

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Library at your fingertips: QNL gets tech savvy with new mobile app

The app is free to download globally. Qatar National Library (QNL) has launched a mobile application on Monday, providing easy access to numerous publications without the need to visit the…

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Qatar spotlights national sports day with line-up of activities at Oxygen Park

Qatar Foundation and Qatar Charity will be hosting a walkathon in support of earthquake-stricken Turkey and Syria. Qatar will mark National Sports Day on Tuesday through a plethora of activities…

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