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Roundup: Eastern DR Congo peace efforts falter, yet silver lining remains
Xinhua News Agency
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by Xinhua writer Shi Yu KINSHASA, Aug. 18 (Xinhua) -- A deadline for a peace deal in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) came and went on Monday with no accord in sight, with the DRC government and M23 rebels trading blame for the...
Banana Island Resort Doha unveils exclusive Ladies Day experience
Qatar Tribune
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August 13, 2025
Tribune News Network Doha Banana Island Resort Doha, the country’s premier island destination, has unveiled its new Ladies Day, a unique weekly escape designed for women to unwind, explore and recharge in a luxurious and private beachside setting....
Msheireb Downtown Doha launches ‘Checklist V3: Back to School 2025’
Qatar Tribune
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August 13, 2025
Tribune News Network Doha Following a successful summer of programming at Msheireb Downtown Doha—featuring acclaimed Msheireb Museums workshops and popular Msheireb Galleria activations—there is a new scheme on offer. ‘Checklist V3: Back to School...
QSL holds technical meeting for Doha Bank Stars League first leg
Qatar Tribune
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August 13, 2025
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Stars League (QSL) convened a technical meeting for the first leg of the 2025-2026 League season at its headquarters at Aspire Zone’s iconic 2022 building. The meeting, held on Tuesday, brought together key...
Tandoori Flames: Doha’s premier destination for authentic multi-Asian cuisine
Qatar Tribune
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August 13, 2025
Ideally located in the heart of Fareej Bin Omran, Tandoori Flames is fast becoming a favourite among Doha’s food lovers, offering a rich tapestry of authentic Pakistani, Indian, Arabic, and other Asian flavours.Renowned for its bold tastes, warm...
Smart infrastructure upgrades bolster Qatar’s national goals
The Peninsula
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August 18, 2025
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s digital economy is entering a scale-up phase, propelled by aggressive network upgrades, a growing data-center pipeline, and a comprehensive policy roadmap aimed at transforming the country into a regional tech hub in the next...
Israel may dispatch negotiators to Doha for talks on freeing all hostages, ending war
The Times of Israel
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August 12, 2025
Israel may send negotiators to Doha this week for meetings on a comprehensive agreement for the release of hostages held by Hamas and a ceasefire in Gaza, according to an Israeli television report on Tuesday, as Arab states and the US also push...
Bespoke Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan Series II in Doha
Gulf Times
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August 12, 2025
Rolls-Royce Motors Cars Doha has announced its latest Bespoke commission from the Middle East – a captivating Black Badge Cullinan Series II inspired by the unique colours of the sunset over the client’s home city of Doha in Qatar. The Bespoke...
Msheireb Downtown Doha launches Checklist V3: Back to School 2025 family-friendly indoor experience
Qatar Tribune
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August 12, 2025
DOHA: Msheireb Downtown Doha has launched the Checklist V3: Back to School 2025, featuring the innovative MDD Academy concept. This comprehensive family-friendly indoor experience runs from August 14-30 at Msheireb Galleria. The 17-day seasonal...
Limiting India In Kabul? Pakistan To Host Afghan Opposition Leaders, Including Ahmad Massoud
News18
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August 18, 2025
Last Updated:August 18, 2025, 14:51 IST Sources say discussions could pave way for Resistance Council to establish a formal office in Pakistan — a move reminiscent of the Taliban’s political bureau once hosted in Doha. Ahmad Massoud, son of the...
Msheireb Downtown Doha launches Checklist V3: Back to School 2025
Gulf Times
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August 12, 2025
Msheireb Downtown Doha has launched the Checklist V3: Back to School 2025, featuring the innovative Academy concept. This comprehensive family-friendly indoor experience runs from 14-30 August at Msheireb Galleria. The 17-day seasonal activation...
KCF Qatar marks India’s 79th Independence Day with mega blood donation & health camp
Daijiworld News
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August 18, 2025
Media Release Doha, Aug 18: Karnataka Cultural Foundation (KCF) Qatar, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation and American Hospital, organized a mega blood donation drive and free medical camp to mark the 79th Independence Day of India....
Interview: MATARAT Holding’s masterplans give giant wings to Saudi Arabian aviation
The Moodie Davitt Report
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August 18, 2025
Rudy Vercelli: Exactly. And yet, interestingly, it’s still not enough. People aren’t fully satisfied, and that’s a good thing because it pushes us to do even better. We’re working closely with PIF to rethink the entire approach, to move beyond...
Madagáscar assume presidência da Comunidade para o Desenvolvimento da África Austral
Ver Angola
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The President of Madagascar replaced his Zimbabwean counterpart, Emerson Mnangagwa, at the summit's opening ceremony. "At this solemn moment in our shared history, I accept with pride and a sense of duty the mission of presiding over SADC. A...
Qatari Riyal to Pakistani Rupee Rate Today- August 9, 2025
ARY News
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August 9, 2025
Karachi/Doha, August 9, 2025 — The Qatari Riyal (QAR) is trading at 77.42 Pakistani Rupee (PKR) today at 8:28 PM PKT, dropping from 77.80 PKR on August 4 and 77.72 PKR on August 1. This decline marks a shift from the QAR’s recent strength, though...
Emergency landing in Doha: British Airways flight from Mumbai to London diverts mid-flight
The Times of India
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August 12, 2025
British Airways flight BA198 made an unscheduled landing at Hamad International Airport/Image: Shutterstock British Airways flight BA198, operated by an Airbus A350-1000 (registration G-XWBE), made an unscheduled landing at Hamad International...
US Embassy and ALHosh Gallery present 'Evening of Art and American Jazz'
The Peninsula
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August 18, 2025
Doha, Qatar: The US Embassy Doha in partnership with ALHosh Gallery presents an Evening of Art and American Jazz featuring a live performance by the US AFCENT Band tomorrow Tuesday, August 19, at 7pm at ALHosh Gallery, Marina Way One, The Pearl....
Qatar: Digitalisation, ownership reform propel investment boom
Zawya
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Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s investment landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by a combination of digitalisation and regulatory reforms that have made the market increasingly accessible to foreign investors. During the second quarter of...
Qatar expands solar power capacity to meet QNV 2030 goals
The Peninsula
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August 18, 2025
Doha, Qatar: Qatar is making major strides in renewable energy, with three large-scale solar power plants now operational and more ambitious projects on the horizon, according to Eng Mohammed Abdullah Bu Kashisha, Monitoring Engineer at Qatar...
Qatar Customs reports significant seizures in July
The Peninsula
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August 18, 2025
Doha, Qatar: The General Authority of Customs has reported significant seizures during July, reflecting its continued vigilance in protecting Qatar’s borders and safeguarding society from illicit trade. Yousef Muteb Al-Nuaimi, Director of Air...