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iBall? Qatar World Cup to kick off with first ever ‘connected ball’ for semi-automated offside system

In addition to being the first World Cup in an Arab nation, this year’s major sporting event will be different in more ways than one. FIFA has confirmed that semi-automated,…

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Sheikha Al Mayassa takes on ‘negative’ Qatar press with art and culture

Eighty new public art works are being installed across the country and various exhibitions are set to take place in Doha. Qatar has been the subject of negative press by…

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CEO of Europe’s largest hotel group says he is ‘sick and tired’ of Qatar-bashing

The official said it is time for people to stand with the Gulf nation and not follow the ‘made-up’ stories. Chairman & CEO of Europe’s largest hotel group Accor, which…

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Could ‘kick-ins’ replace throw-ins on the football pitch?

Authorisation has been granted for a trial that could potentially replace throw-ins in the future. Could the rules of football soon witness a drastic change? After decades of throw-ins from…

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Taiwan condemns Qatar for ‘unacceptable’ World Cup labelling

For decades, Beijing saw Taipei as part of its territory, despite it being independently governed since 1949. Taiwan has condemned Qatar’s World Cup organisers for listing the country as “Taiwan,…

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Qatari artist outlines inspiration behind official World Cup poster

The artist of the official poster talks about the inspiration behind her design. ‘A reflection of Qatar’s passion for football and family’ are the words Qatari artist Bouthayna Al Muftah used…

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Costa Rica secures final spot as list of 32 teams for FIFA World Cup finalised

The Ticos had qualified for five other World Cup tournaments. Costa Rica has qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup after triumphing against New Zealand in a 0-1 match in…

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No direct Qatar flights for incoming Israel World Cup fans: reports

Qatari authorities have yet to respond to Doha News’ request for a comment on the matter. An Israeli diplomatic source told AFP on Friday that there will be no direct…

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Fly for less: Bookings for Dubai-Doha World Cup shuttle flights open

Around 30 flights are set to operate between both Gulf nations daily to transport fans during the much-awaited World Cup in Qatar. Those planning to fly into Doha from Dubai…

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