Qatar’s World Cup construction crews dig up 20 million-year-old rocks
The stones show Qatar was once covered by the ancient Tethyan Sea.
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Qatar official: No contact yet from Swiss over World Cup investigation
Though the Swiss Attorney General's office (OAG) has not been in touch since it launched its corruption investigation in May, an SCDL official said they would cooperate with the authorities if required to do so.
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Qatari firm chosen to design Al Thumama World Cup stadium
The Arab Engineering Bureau (AEB), which was established in 1966, also holds the engineering contract for the stadium. According to its CEO, the aim is to design a facility that remains “a true legacy for the local community.”
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FIFA postpones World Cup stadiums decision following meeting in Qatar
Representatives from football’s governing body met with local World Cup organizers yesterday to assess preparations for the tournament and called for Qatar's government to “accelerate” reforms to protect the country’s blue-collar expats from abuse.
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Qatar announces 7th and 8th World Cup venues ahead of FIFA meeting
One will be built in Ras Abu Aboud, near Hamad International Airport, while the other will be in Al Thumama, which is located west of Najma St. between E-Ring and F-Ring roads.
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Construction to begin on Qatar’s flagship stadium for 2022 World Cup
The concept design for the stadium has been approved and architects are working on the final plans, which will be revealed next year, the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy said.
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Construction on World Cup stadium in Al Khor to begin next month
As construction picks up the pace on the site, a new nearby development to house those working on the project is also in the works.
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Italian firm wins QR3.1bn contract to build Qatar’s Al Khor stadium
Salini Impregilo Group has signed a QR3.11 billion ($851.4 million) contract for the construction, operation and maintenance of the stadium in Al Khor, the company announced yesterday.
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Qatar unveils new Al Rayyan Stadium design inspired by sand dunes
Designed by UK-based Ramboll and Pattern, the rectangular-shaped building is slated to have soft corners and undulating waves, drawing on Islamic geometric influences.
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