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Identity, sports and overthinking: a personal conversation with Yusra Mardini

The story of the Olympic athlete was at the centre of Netflix hit, The Swimmers, which depicted the struggle of millions of Syrian refugees. Doha News sat with Yusra Mardini…

3 min

Netflix’s new method to stop password-sharing: all you need to know

The company appears to be finally ready to roll out anti-password sharing measures after months of warning users about them. Soon you’ll only be able to share a Netflix accounts…

2 min

Sports

Netflix to revive World Cup moments with ‘behind the scenes’ docuseries

The newly-announced series will show viewers the FIFA World Cup as never seen before with exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. Got the World Cup blues? Two new docuseries, including unique behind-the-scenes accounts…

2 min

Sharing is caring? Netflix backtracks on password-sharing rules

The company took back its anti-password sharing measures after global backlash on social media. Popular streaming service Netflix said its strict new password-sharing rules were posted “in error”, following a…

2 min

Culture
News

Netflix star Mo Amer to host new Doha Debates programme

The programme is also produced by Emmy Award-winning production company Film 45. Palestinian Netflix sensation and renowned comedian Mo Amer is the next host of Doha Debates’ new season, a…

2 min

Culture
News

Muslims make only 1% of speaking characters on TV shows, but why?

Over 25% of the world’s population is Muslim. However, they represented only 1% of speaking characters in 200 shows. Here’s what researchers had to say. Muslims are significantly underrepresented on…

3 min

Culture
News

Qatar to debut on popular Netflix series The Apprentice

Qatar is to make an appearance in a popular show on Netflix, further boosting its global outreach. Qatar is set to be showcased in season two of a business reality…

2 min

Business

Disney+ Qatar price and launch date announced

Fans in the Middle East and North African region will finally be able to enjoy a wholesome Disney and Marvel collection of their favourite titles. The global entertainment major’s in-house…

2 min

Five films for a real fright night this Halloween

Looking for a spooky night in? Here is a list of the best rated Halloween movies to tuck into. It’s officially fright night and the need for screams is at…

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