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‘A time of serenity’: Eid through the eyes of non-Muslims in Qatar

An estimated 65.5% of Qatar’s population are Muslim, leaving a sizeable percentage formed by a multitude of other religions and faiths. The celebratory holiday of Eid Al Adha gathers the…

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The Black Stone in Makkah: a heavenly relic on earth

The Black Stone marks the beginning and end of circumambulation during pilgrimage, though its significance transcends this. With hearts filled with faith and devotion to their creator, millions of Muslims…

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‘We’ll meet again’: GCC families mark Eid Al Adha post blockade

As GCC nationals mark Eid Al Adha this year, some share their stories on the holy festival and how the blockade affected their familial bonds beyond imagination. Muslims in the…

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No plans yet this Eid? Here are our top picks!

From a relaxing getaway to splashing fun in Qatar’s biggest waterparks, Doha News brings you the best guide for your Eid plans! In less than a week, millions of Muslims…

Mount Arafat day of Arafah symbolises for muslims

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Why do Muslims observe the Day of Arafah?

This year, Muslims around the world will observe the sacred Day of Arafah on Friday 8th July . Every year, Muslims eagerly wait for Eid Al Adha—known as the ‘Festival…

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Eid Al Adha to fall on July 9: Saudi Arabia

The neighbouring Gulf nation has announced the first day of Eid Al-Adha. The first day of Eid Al-Adha will fall on Saturday, June 9, the Saudi Supreme Court announced on…

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Hajj explained: the story behind the centuries-old rituals

This is how Muslims perform the rituals of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam, and adult muslims who have the physical and financial means…

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Qatar pilgrims head to Mecca for biggest Hajj since pandemic

Hajj is a crucial time of the year for Muslims, performed between the 8th – 12th Dhul Hijjah. Muslim pilgrims from Qatar arrived to Saudi Arabia on Monday morning to…

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Walk of faith: Pilgrim treks on foot for nearly a year to perform Hajj

This year, Muslims around the world will observe the sacred Day of Arafah on Friday 8th July and Eid Al Adha on the 9th. A Muslim pilgrim who made his…

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