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Twitter introduces Arabic ‘feminine’ language setting to address women

Twitter updates its language setting to better address and acknowledge female Arabic-speaking users. Twitter introduced on Tuesday a new website setting to allow users to choose another Arabic language option…

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How social media beat Israel’s propaganda machine

After decades of oppression, censorship, and suppression, Israel has finally lost control of the narrative in Palestine. Israel striking Palestine is, unfortunately, nothing new. For over seven decades, it has…

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Despite setbacks, Snapchat’s Middle East success soars to record highs

Snapchat says the MENA region is one of the most important for the company. In 2012, a few months after its launch, 25 pictures were shared on Snapchat every second.…

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Qatari poet’s UAE visit sparks backlash from Emiratis, Saudis

The poet had previously been vocal against the former blockading countries. Qatari poet Mohammed bin Al-Dheeb sparked controversy on social media during his visit to the UAE for the first…

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Clubhouse closes new round of funding that would value app at $4 billion

Reports say the new audio-chat app could now be valued at $4 billion after closing a fresh round led by huge investors. Audio-chat app Clubhouse could now be at $4…

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Instagram tests hide ‘likes’ feature to ease online pressure

Instagram launched a test allowing users to opt out of showing ‘likes’ . Instagram rolled out a test feature to hide “like counts” this week, in a bid to ease…

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Why are teachers in Qatar’s public schools upset?

A storm on Twitter has ensued concerning the rights of teachers in Qatar, but on what grounds are these complaints founded? Over the past few days, educators have taken to…

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Make money on Clubhouse? Popular audio-chat app eyes monetisation

Clubhouse-famous users can now earn money while using the app. Popular audio-chat platform Clubhouse launched a new monetisation feature allowing its creators to earn money for using the application. The…

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Technology

Finally! Instagram music comes to Qatar

“Not available in your region” is no more! Instagram music is now available for millions of users in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), after almost three years since…

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