Miscellaneous LocalMiscellaneous Localen33F11709-E42F-464E-9C1F-40EF7EA71ED5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qatar-photography-center-qcaa-organize-session-on-drones-lawDoha, August 25 (QNA) - The Qatar Photography Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, in cooperation with the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA), organized an introductory session today on Law No. 10 of 2026 concerning unmanned aircraft (drones). The session was held at the center's headquarters at the Cultural Village Foundation - Katara.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:38:01 Z3FE7F8A1-ABFE-4CEE-AAD7-0299787664F4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/moehe-organizes-annual-educational-meeting-ahead-of-new-academic-yearDoha, August 25 (QNA) - The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) on Tuesday organized the Annual Educational Meeting for the 2026-2027 academic year, at the Qatar National Convention Centre, in the presence of HE Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:39:47 Z75A59C63-559B-4A42-8A13-C5CD64A2E6B5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/french-translation-of-a-qatari-on-the-banks-of-the-seine-cultural-dialogue-publishedParis, August 25 (QNA) - The French translation of the book 'A Qatari on the Banks of the Seine: Cultural Dialogue' by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and President of the Organization's Executive Board Dr. Nasser bin Hamad Al Hanzab, has recently been published under the title Un Qatari au bord de la Seine, Dialogue culturel.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:38:51 Z34C2B3D9-EB8D-45A2-AE69-1B32EC764B47https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/qatar-museums-to-present-uzbekistan-heritage-in-motion-in-septemberDoha, August 25 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) will open Uzbekistan: Heritage in Motion, a landmark exhibition organised by the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in partnership with the Art and Culture Development Foundation (ACDF) of Uzbekistan, on view at MIA's Sheikh Saoud Al Thani Temporary Exhibitions Gallery from 3 September to 28 November 2026.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:15:45 ZBD0CFF4B-FDDD-4AAB-AAEF-7D440955B0ADhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/25/national-archives-of-qatar-to-launch-beyond-the-court-exhibition-on-thursdayDoha, August 25 (QNA) - National Archives of Qatar, in cooperation with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), will launch the "Beyond the Court" exhibition this Thursday at the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara). The exhibition will run until March 27, 2027.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:41:41 Z61894C70-46CC-4E43-9DD9-D7F3730FD731https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/katara-opens-artistic-expressions-exhibition-by-qatar-university-studentsDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) opened on Monday the "Artistic Expressions" exhibition by female students from Qatar University, at Building 47 in Katara.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:08:28 ZBB24D670-CF4C-479A-BDE1-496BC6606F32https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/daam-aman-forge-deal-to-fund-rehabilitation-programs-for-victims-of-violence-and-family-breakdownDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) has signed a funding agreement with the Social Protection and Rehabilitation Center (Aman) to support the Rehabilitation Program for Victims of Violence and Family Breakdown, and the Support Program for Children with Disabilities who are Victims of Domestic Violence.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:41:25 Z17AA5F93-7177-4A5A-B636-BA417D5389BAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qrcs-supports-cataract-surgeries-in-nigerNiamey, August 24 (QNA) - Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a large-scale ophthalmology and anti-blindness campaign in Niger, aimed at giving the most vulnerable populations better access to specialized ophthalmology services.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:08:22 ZDA11552A-E2BA-49F0-8C92-04211F84F24Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/ministry-of-social-development-and-family-launches-walk-your-kids-to-school-drive-ahead-of-new-school-yearDoha, August 24 (QNA) - The Ministry of Social Development and Family (MOSDF) has launched the "Walk Your Kids to School" ("Wassel Eyalak") campaign ahead of the new school year as part of its "Back to School" activities.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:28:14 Z15378A0A-5BFD-441D-8EC7-327E1EC4D72Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/24/qf-opens-registration-for-2027-akhlaquna-awardDoha, August 24 (QNA) - Qatar Foundation's (QF) Pre-University Education has announced the opening of registration for the 2027 edition of its Akhlaquna initiative. Applications can be submitted on www.akhlaquna.qa and will be accepted until 17 December 2026.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:31:16 Z9558B739-02B8-4578-8F7E-23DD5981C5CChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qatar-scientific-club-launches-2nd-phase-of-youth-inventors-programDoha, August 23 (QNA) - The Qatar Scientific Club has launched the 2nd phase of the Youth Inventors Program.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:14:24 Z63B59AEC-B6AE-472E-B1FA-1EC3B8F8BF3Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/doha-design-district-explores-evolution-of-placemaking-in-qatarDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Doha Design District, powered by Msheireb Properties, hosted a talk titled "Between Space and Place" as part of its "Design Talks" series, bringing together leading specialists and academics.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:09:10 ZD9A27499-BD24-42B9-AD65-F5B0D4D1B95Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qffd-qrcs-launch-comprehensive-health-project-to-enhance-healthcare-for-rohingya-refugees-in-bangladeshDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Driven by their firm commitment to humanitarian work and alleviating the suffering of the most vulnerable populations, Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), in cooperation with Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), has launched a health project in Bangladesh.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:05:35 Z86DDE47A-9189-4AFE-ADBB-CA61FCBAC697https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qatar-charity-restores-sight-for-hundreds-in-sri-lankaDoha, August 23 (QNA) - Qatar Charity's Sri Lanka Office has successfully completed a major vision care initiative under its global health programs as part of the Challenge 27 Campaign, bringing renewed hope and improved quality of life to hundreds of vulnerable individuals across the country.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:42:12 Z48F313EA-C51B-4530-849E-C80AC8DA6936https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qatar-museums-announces-icom-qatar-board-for-2026-2028Doha, August 23 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) has announced the appointment of the new Board of ICOM Qatar, the country's National Committee of the International Council of Museums, for the 2026-2028 term.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:34:33 ZC575BBC7-7C0C-4175-81EB-2AE5131ECB7Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/qatar-philatelic-center-takes-part-in-asian-stamp-exhibition-in-indonesiaDoha, August 23 (QNA) - The Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Center of the Ministry of Culture is participating in the Asian Stamp Exhibition in Bandung, Indonesia, from Aug. 27-31.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:11:42 ZA4571A3D-85F9-424D-8153-5EF97938CD9Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/23/public-school-administrators-teachers-return-sunday-as-second-round-exams-begin-tomorrowDoha, August 22 (QNA) - Administrators and teachers will return to public schools Sunday, marking the start of preparations for the new 2026-27 school year, as second-round exams for the 2025-26 school year get underway for students across all grade levels.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:30:48 Z38AE0CC7-73EA-46AE-B9C1-CBA30B61534Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/22/al-markhiya-gallery-to-open-when-beirut-was-a-cinema-exhibition-tuesdayDoha, August 22 (QNA) - Al Markhiya Gallery is opening an art exhibition titled "When Beirut Was a Cinema" by painter Yervant Hawarian on Tuesday.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 22:42:34 ZF28CE23D-E6D4-4167-A775-D370F004679Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/22/qsc-wraps-up-summer-camp-showcasing-youth-innovation-and-stemDoha, August 22 (QNA) - Qatar Scientific Club (QSC) of the Ministry of Sports and Youth (MSY) wrapped up its summer scientific camp held under the theme "Pioneers of Science and Technology".Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:24:52 Z0F1CF96F-09A1-4A8F-A656-ED3EFD727AE6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/22/tasweer-to-present-second-edition-of-frame-and-focus-exhibitionDoha, August 22 (QNA) - Tasweer Photo Festival Qatar announced Saturday that the second edition of its "Frame and Focus" exhibition, showcasing the work produced through its flagship 14-week Advanced Photography Course, will run from September 5 to October 5, 2026, at Al Hosh Gallery.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:24:54 Z4D1E012B-FA0D-4E1E-807D-144B1BAF92F3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/22/qu-vice-president-university-ready-to-welcome-more-than-30000-students-for-fall-2026Doha, August 22 (QNA) - Qatar University (QU) is fully prepared to welcome students for the Fall 2026 semester, with academic, administrative and support services in place to ensure a smooth start and support students' academic success and university experience, Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Mohammed Diab said.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:27:04 ZAD14E170-B018-4092-A807-D6352675F703https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qatar-photo-festival-honors-2026-winnersDoha, August 19 (QNA) - Qatar Photo Festival "Tasweer" announced on Wednesday, coinciding with World Photography Day, the winners of the 2026 Tasweer Photographic Projects Award and Tasweer Single Image Award.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:21:13 Z8D0E5D8E-2A85-4D16-8047-226E8C19C5C8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qm-unesco-regional-office-mark-international-day-for-underwater-cultural-heritageDoha, August 20 (QNA) - Qatar Museums, in cooperation with the UNESCO Regional Office for the Gulf States and Yemen, has marked the International Day for Underwater Cultural Heritage, observed annually on August 21, highlighting international efforts to raise awareness of underwater cultural heritage as part of humanity's shared cultural legacy and collective memory. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:13:10 ZDA335043-9896-4B07-85CD-70DA13F410FBhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/20/qatars-photographers-celebrate-their-international-day-with-one-month-exhibitionDoha, August 19 (QNA) - The Qatar Photography Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, organized a special event this evening to mark World Photography Day, observed annually on Aug. 19. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:05:41 ZD9850E03-E56E-4007-94A1-1402C82B7BCFhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/19/ashghal-continues-qatar-aeronautical-academy-development-in-ras-abu-abboudDoha, August 19 (QNA) - The development of Qatar Aeronautical Academy in Ras Abu Abboud is taking shape, as the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) continues to implement the project as part of its efforts to advance educational and training infrastructure based on the highest international standards.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:25:08 ZE1788907-E055-4068-B600-266E34E7F452https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/19/qc-unveils-2026-education-campaign-to-support-students-in-need-at-home-and-abroadDoha, August 19 (QNA) - Qatar Charity (QC) has launched the Education Campaign 2026, pursuing the motto “Science as Stewardship”, marking the approaching academic year and back-to-school initiative.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:02:05 ZFB9AA8A1-7AF4-43BC-8EA6-79C55C874DC8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/19/shtaiu-unveils-languages-selected-for-13th-editionDoha, August 19 (QNA) - The Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding (SHTAIU) has unveiled the languages selected for its 13th edition in 2027.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:40 ZE5418D4D-B9FE-4828-97B2-110CE8C2DF1Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qatar-endowments-directorate-launches-7th-waqf-and-image-contestDoha, August 18 (QNA) - The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has launched the seventh Waqf and Image contest, organized as part of the Waqf Fund for Scientific and Cultural Development.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:46:50 Z30E4C48D-1F07-41B7-BE0C-4F187B484B3Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qfs-bilaraby-concludes-cultural-dialogue-series-in-syria-jordan-and-tunisiaDoha, August 18 (QNA) - BilAraby, a Qatar Foundation's (QF) initiative, has concluded three stops of its "BilAraby in…" series in Syria, Jordan, and Tunisia, featuring speakers who presented ideas in Arabic rooted in their experiences and the realities of their communities.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:45:38 ZE68068C7-8F55-463D-BCB9-CB2ACE683034https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qatars-ministry-of-culture-takes-part-in-istanbul-arabic-book-fairIstanbul, August 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar has taken part in the 11th International Istanbul Arabic Book Fair, which kicked off in Istanbul, Turkiye.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:49:34 ZE573A6CB-4159-4F98-A19A-E0012A22FD81https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/katara-art-launches-new-season-with-two-art-exhibitions-in-septemberDoha, August 18 (QNA) - Katara Art Center announced the launch of its new season with two art exhibitions on September 2, which will continue until October 7 at the headquarters of the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara).Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:38:12 Z940C9214-5C11-4BC0-81CD-8B7D24F52564https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qatar-center-for-the-blind-organizes-lecture-on-psychological-burnoutDoha, August 18 (QNA) - The Qatar Social and Cultural Center for the Blind (QSCCB) organized a lecture on psychological burnout, presented by Advisor to the Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs (QSRSN).Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:31:15 Z1174624E-4728-4C7A-B61B-9C3FB4F9E71Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/ehsan-center-concludes-summer-program-in-cooperation-with-youth-centersDoha, August 18 (QNA) - The Empowerment and Elderly Care Center "Ehsan," one of the centers of Qatar Foundation for Social Work, concluded its summer program, organized by the Council of Elders in cooperation with several youth centers.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:19:14 Z9936E038-B814-4B7D-92F0-47A715B9B492https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/18/qatar-photography-center-director-to-qna-photography-highlights-qataras-sporting-renaissance-locally-and-internationallyDoha, August 18 (QNA) - The world will celebrate on Wednesday the creativity of photographers on World Photography Day, observed annually on August 19. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:52:14 Z9970AA1E-EBBD-41D4-8CBC-888C02595C2Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/from-mexico-city-to-santiago-to-beijing-years-of-culture-initiative-outlines-summer-programme-of-cultural-exchangeDoha, August 17 (QNA) - Qatar's Years of Culture initiative, the country's long-term cultural exchange programme, is marking a vibrant summer of international programming, with major exhibitions in Mexico, Chile and China bringing Qatar's creative partnerships to audiences across the world.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:28:49 Z03F0F58B-8CD1-4A96-9D5E-E9B05F58AC20https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/qatar-museums-to-host-coastal-maritime-cultural-heritage-in-qatar-conferenceDoha, August 17 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM), in collaboration with the UNESCO Regional Office for the Gulf States and Yemen, will host a public conference titled 'Coastal and Maritime Cultural Heritage in Qatar' on Thursday at the Auditorium of the National Museum of Qatar.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:36:25 Z354E73D7-B2FD-4228-AA4B-4596A530CBFDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/17/moehe-kicks-off-2026-27-back-to-school-campaignDoha, August 16 (QNA) - The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) has launched the back-to-school campaign for the 2026-2027 academic year, comprising interactive activities and booths directed at both students and families.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:04 Z065E1C49-FA1B-4025-A07D-59B46EBF5C0Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/15/ministry-of-culture-hosts-cultural-and-heritage-event-for-pakistani-communityDoha, August 15 (QNA) - Beit Al-Sulaiti, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, hosted a cultural and heritage event for the Pakistani community, bringing together visual arts, music, poetry, and traditional crafts. Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:14:42 ZEA0DBCB7-75F0-4436-8E39-9BD4281C6D56https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/15/qatar-national-library-participates-in-ifla-wlic-2026-in-south-koreaDoha, August 15 (QNA) - Qatar National Library (QNL) participated in the 90th IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) held in Busan, South Korea.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:16:21 Z3ED55C20-31E0-4C78-A323-F2D0A9C1D115https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/12/eaa-launches-from-learning-to-leading-empowering-youth-eventDoha, August 12 (QNA) - Education Above All (EAA) Foundation and the Ministry of Youth and Sports marked the United Nations International Youth Day with a youth-focused public activation under the theme “From Learning to Leading: Empowering Youth, at Place Vendome, and runs until Aug. 16.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:09:53 Z01A0D22E-FE1E-4C4F-9699-88817E0FFBCAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/12/doha-design-district-announces-four-winning-projects-of-its-public-art-open-callDoha, August 12 (QNA) - Doha Design District announced the four winning projects of its flagship Public Art Open Call initiative, selected from a shortlist of 20 proposals that had advanced through an extensive review process.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:10:22 Z95F43AC5-B5A2-443C-8366-3591316E56CAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/12/high-school-students-take-part-in-wcm-q-summer-programDoha, August 12 (QNA) - High school students from Qatar and abroad aspiring to pursue careers in medicine were given a glimpse of the profession and campus life through the Medical Minds Online Program (MMOP), a summer initiative organized by Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q).Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:23:18 ZB7FC4F0F-2898-4299-A1D7-997F3069FCA1https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/11/sidra-medicine-the-view-hospital-partner-to-expand-access-to-cord-blood-banking-services-in-qatarDoha, August 11 (QNA) - Sidra Medicine has signed an agreement with The View Hospital to offer its umbilical cord blood banking services to expectant families.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:49:57 Z33E91EEC-8C0E-40F1-8A3D-5FA9D187FEA9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/11/msheireb-museums-gm-highlights-to-qna-aim-to-become-a-cultural-platform-for-societyDoha, August 10 (QNA) - General Manager of Msheireb Museums Abdulla Khalid Al Naama, affirmed that the museums seek to serve as a platform for the cultural and artistic activity taking place in society and to provide artists, researchers and the artistic community with opportunities to contribute to the narratives presented by the museums, thereby strengthening communication between generations and connecting museum content with the issues and transformations experienced by society.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:06:36 ZA0BD69ED-1567-4544-8070-2B4635B18AF2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/9/npc-qatar-science-club-organizes-2nd-edition-of-data-summer-camp-2026Doha, August 09 (QNA) - The National Planning Council, in cooperation with the Qatar Scientific Club of the Ministry of Sports and Youth and with the participation of Microsoft Qatar, organized the activities of the second edition of the Data Summer Camp 2026Sun, 9 Aug 2026 11:49:55 Z4B248679-2BFE-4608-A5F1-FE618222DE57https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/6/mecc-showcases-smart-observer-boat-for-marine-environment-monitoringDoha, August 06 (QNA) - The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) showcased the operational mechanism of the “Smart Observer” boat, which is designed to monitor the marine environment and equipped with advanced systems to track environmental changes and collect samples and data from marine sites.Thu, 6 Aug 2026 19:08:52 Z5F6C1648-B07F-4A08-819D-DB0981E680C7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/6/qatar-museums-your-ghosts-are-mine-expanded-cinemas-amplified-voices-opened-in-chileSantiago, August 06 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM), the nation's preeminent institution for art and culture, and Years of Culture, an annual initiative celebrating cross-cultural exchange, announced that Your Ghosts Are Mine: Expanded Cinemas, Amplified Voices opened in Chile for its first presentation in Latin America.Thu, 6 Aug 2026 18:24:39 Z2BA22E74-DF3B-497D-A914-46AC107779A7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/5/moph-launches-electronic-system-for-controlled-medicines-for-travelersDoha, August 05 (QNA) - The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched an electronic system for controlled medicines for travelers.Wed, 5 Aug 2026 16:48:31 Z044D2954-4660-47FF-AD76-83DFF6F727C9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/5/qfs-academic-bridge-program-to-host-harvard-model-congress-middle-east-2027Doha, August 05 (QNA) - The Academic Bridge Program (ABP), part of Qatar Foundation's Pre-University Education, will host Harvard Model Congress Middle East 2027 from 14 to 16 January 2027 at Education City, following the success of the inaugural Qatar edition held in 2026.Wed, 5 Aug 2026 16:39:28 ZA041850D-3616-4B90-B09B-27369A1DD89Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-8/5/mada-center-promotes-inclusion-and-digital-accessibility-for-the-elderly-as-part-of-the-our-summer-is-a-blessing-programDoha, August 05 (QNA) - Mada Assistive Technology Center delivered two specialized training workshops in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Public Health for participants of the "Our Summer is a Blessing" programWed, 5 Aug 2026 16:16:22 Z