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After two lockdowns: people in Qatar look forward to an unrestricted Eid

After two lockdowns, people in Qatar navigate freely through mosques and houses to mark this year’s Eid al-Fitr festivities as restrictions are lifted. On the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic…

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Meet Qatar’s ‘inclusive’ skating community

Roller blading, or skating, has become increasingly popular in Qatar as residents seek a fun and interactive way to keep fit – all while social distancing. Doha News speaks to…

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‘Coming Home to Qatar’ network mobilises for cross-community support as residents await entry permits

A Facebook group set up to communicate helpful information about Qatar’s ‘Exceptional Entry Permit’ process has surpassed a staggering 10,000 subscribers as community members rally to support one another amid…

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News

Qatar’s Zakat Fund delivers millions in aid to families in need

Hundreds of families have benefited from the Qatari state institution’s latest aid drive to help those who’ve been worst affected economically by Covid-19 and recent inflation. Qatar’s Zakat Fund provided…

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Meet ‘Mama Mariam’: Qatar’s new Minister of Social Development and Family Mariam Al-Misnad

Orphans under her care at Dreama referred to her as “Mama Mariam”. Qatari authorities have engaged in drastic changes in the country’s governance, from the Shura Council elections to the…

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Culture
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Qatar ranks second in Arab world for youth development

The Gulf state ranked second in the region and 32nd globally, advancing two levels in the Arab world. Qatar has ranked second in the Arab world in the Youth Development…

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Can social media apps actually crackdown on racism online?

The racism sparked a debate on how governments should regulate social media companies. Last week, the world watched as England and Italy came together for the Euros 2020 final. The…

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News

Missing Qatari navy brigadier found dead at sea

Doha’s citizens and residents stated that the deceased man was a brigadier in the Qatari navy. Qatari citizen Muhammad Buhaza was buried at the Mesaimeer cemetery on Tuesday, hours after…

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News

Qatar’s Filipino community mobilises to help typhoon victims

As Typhoon Vamco batters their home country, the Filipino community in Doha gathers donations to aid those affected. Dead, displaced, or in danger: people in the Philippines have been…

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