Miscellaneous LocalMiscellaneous Localen9F2D4851-F201-4D24-AD86-AF2F92F505C5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/10/qatar-foundation-presents-6th-edition-of-musical-theater-production-showtimeDoha, October 10 (QNA) - Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) has presented the sixth edition of its musical theater production, "Showtime!," titled "The Secret of the Garden," featuring 50 students from six schools accompanied by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 20:24:55 Z58F55E3D-CE9B-43A0-B9B3-FCAF8AB5A5BAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/10/qsccb-organizes-awareness-campaign-marking-world-sight-day-and-white-cane-safety-dayDoha, October 10 (QNA) - The Qatar Social and Cultural Center for the Blind (QSCCB) is staging an awareness campaign from Oct. 8-18, 2026, promoting the message that differences enrich society and awareness brings people together.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:46:58 ZAD08319F-7DB8-48F2-9479-138705A5930Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/10/hbku-press-frankfurt-book-fair-opens-global-horizons-for-qatari-publicationsBerlin, October 10 (QNA) - Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press) has affirmed that its participation in the Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany helps Qatari publications reach a global audience and enter new markets through the sale of publishing and translation rights in multiple languages.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:48:52 Z4715A549-25E8-4357-8631-00C9ED65204Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/9/unesco-executive-board-chairperson-protecting-education-and-culture-promoting-dialogue-are-key-to-peacebuildingParis, October 09 (QNA) - HE Chairperson of the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and Qatar's Permanent Representative to the organization Dr. Nasser bin Hamad Al Hinzab has stressed that protecting education and culture and promoting dialogue are fundamental pillars of peacebuilding and mutual understanding among peoples.Fri, 9 Oct 2026 20:46:06 ZAEC3F82C-8349-48F4-9E86-0F1A9A2D22F3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/8/qatar-media-corporation-takes-part-in-asbu-radio-committee-meetingTunis, October 08 (QNA) - Qatar Media Corporation's Qatar Radio has participated in the 37th meeting of the Permanent Radio Committee of the Arab States Broadcasting Union ASBU), held at the union's headquarters in Tunis.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 22:55:25 Z15C3D173-10D4-4E2C-8051-ADDF4315DF08https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/8/qatar-museums-presents-my-home-is-your-home-exhibitionDoha, October 08 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) presents Beyti Beytak (My Home is Your Home), a major exhibition organised by the future Art Mill Museum, at the Fahad bin Ali Palace in Doha.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 18:39:52 Z92BFA993-3B39-4AA3-9A54-76767E770A49https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/8/amman-international-numismatic-amp-philatelic-exhibition-begins-with-qatari-participationAmman, October 08 (QNA) - The eighth Amman International Numismatic & Philatelic Exhibition, organized by the Jordan Philatelic & Numismatic Society, opened on Thursday with Qatar participating through the Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Center.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 17:43:34 Z111BD7CF-F35D-48D9-94D6-2C8DF699FAEBhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/8/qatar-museums-to-host-exhibition-by-designer-erdem-moraliogluDoha, October 08 (QNA) - This October, Qatar Museums (QM) will present ERDEM: About Time, About Her, a major retrospective dedicated to the work of internationally acclaimed British-Turkish designer Erdem Moralioglu.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 17:08:53 Z66F58346-D4BA-487D-A22B-BCCBA122D619https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/8/national-museum-of-qatar-and-qatar-university-conclude-future-teachers-workshopDoha, October 08 (QNA) - The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ), in collaboration with Qatar University's College of Education, concluded a two-day workshop introducing future educators to practical approaches for integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) into classroom teaching through museum-based learning.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 16:32:15 Z9DE68052-DD54-443C-B85B-73787CE832E5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/8/doha-film-festival-announces-shortlist-for-2026-international-feature-film-competitionDoha, October 08 (QNA) - Doha Film Festival (DFF) today announced the 15 films that will participate in the 2026 International Feature Film Competition, featuring bold and distinctive voices from across the Arab world, Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas.Thu, 8 Oct 2026 13:44:35 Z10670F73-43E1-490A-A9CF-B8CCB267C4BChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/qatar-media-corporation-ooredoo-sign-cooperation-agreementDoha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) and Ooredoo Qatar have signed an agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two organizations and supporting their shared objectives amid rapid technological advancements.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 20:47:58 Z1D9B0E9C-CDAD-414B-92E1-6068DE4C7DC6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/qatar-charity-launches-humanitarian-bridge-from-qatar-to-sudanDoha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a humanitarian bridge from the State of Qatar to the Republic of Sudan, in partnership with Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Aspetar, a specialized orthopedic and sports medicine hospital.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 18:38:27 ZAA7DC13F-A1CD-47E1-824C-59D13B05B99Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/qatar-phcc-promotes-safer-workplaces-as-it-marks-global-ergonomics-monthDoha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar's Primary Health Care Corporation is marking Global Ergonomics Month throughout October, with a campaign focused on creating safer workplaces, preventing musculoskeletal disorders and improving employee wellbeing and performance.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 18:30:46 Z22B0BB43-53CA-443C-8D0D-433A21D81FFBhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/qatar-charity-signs-agreement-to-perform-cataract-surgeries-for-100-beneficiaries-in-tunisiaTunis, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Charity's office in Tunisia signed a cooperation agreement with the Hedi Rais Institute of Ophthalmology in Tunis to implement a health project providing cataract surgery for 100 beneficiaries, as part of efforts to support the health sector and facilitate access to specialized medical services.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 16:56:08 Z23DA22F1-7518-4035-AC44-52442AB9C068https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/education-minister-says-attracting-top-talent-is-key-to-strengthen-the-sectorDoha, October 07 (QNA) - HE Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater emphasized that attracting the wealth of talent in the nation, primarily citizens, those born in the country, and residents, is a foremost priority for the ministry so as to turbocharge the educational sector.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 16:49:51 ZDFD0B80B-EFBE-4B81-A1D2-BE40E054CDDChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/over-12000-people-expected-to-apply-for-qatars-hajj-2027-says-awqaf-officialDoha, October 07 (QNA) - More than 12,000 people are expected to register for Qatar's 2027 Hajj season, according to the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:43:19 ZD5E6A179-9CDA-4EB1-AE3E-19253CA8E5C5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/7/qatar-campaign-promotes-ethical-values-among-school-studentsDoha, October 07 (QNA) - A campaign promoting ethical values and positive behavior among school students is expanding to schools across Qatar, organizers said.Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:24:21 Z06438353-45D9-417F-9AE4-4A173A8CF93Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/ministry-of-culture-to-host-musical-evening-this-saturdayDoha, October 06 (QNA) - The Music Affairs Center under the Ministry of Culture will host the inaugural performance of the "Maqam" Choir this coming Saturday at Dukhan Theater in the Ministry of Culture, featuring an a cappella vocal showcase.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 21:08:53 ZB3450CC1-8142-4130-A123-4A6A282D8FF7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/al-shafallah-center-hosts-innovative-projects-exhibitionDoha, October 06 (QNA) - Al Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities, in collaboration with the Qatar Scientific Club (QSC), organized an exhibition showcasing the winning projects from the "Shafallah Hackathon" to mark World Cerebral Palsy Day.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 19:37:40 Z93D4F6C1-8F4C-4978-A85E-7358DD918BE8https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/qatar-photography-center-highlights-alaskas-wildlifeDoha, October 06 (QNA) - The Qatar Photography Center under the Ministry of Culture is hosting a solo exhibition featuring 43 photographs taken at Katara's Katmai National Park in Alaska by Qatari photographer Khalifa Al Mansouri at Katara's Building 18, running through November 4.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 18:55:57 Z320239B0-8919-449E-9FA5-E3041C49E833https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/sixth-recycling-towards-sustainability-conference-and-exhibition-2026-convenes-in-dohaDoha, October 06 (QNA) - The sixth Recycling Towards Sustainability Conference and Exhibition 2026 kicked off in Doha on Tuesday.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 18:55:40 ZFFDE6B0F-3941-4B16-9BA1-1E6565FE990Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/qatar-museums-to-present-expanded-tradition-contemporary-craft-practices-in-mexicoDoha, October 06 (QNA) - Qatar Museums, in collaboration with Years of Culture, will present Expanded Tradition - Contemporary Craft Practices in Mexico.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 18:40:49 Z057327C0-2685-4703-99D4-D9C3E895A4C6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/qatar-charity-zanzibar-government-sign-mou-to-support-persons-with-disabilitiesDodoma, October 06 (QNA) - Qatar Charity, through its Tanzania Branch, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the First Vice President’s Office of Zanzibar to strengthen cooperation in implementing humanitarian and development initiatives for persons with disabilities.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 17:51:33 Z792E3FC1-C2B0-415C-AF1D-89E2C7C853B0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/lusail-university-launches-masters-in-arbitration-alternative-dispute-resolutionDoha, October 06 (QNA) - Lusail University on Tuesday launched its master's program in arbitration law and alternative dispute resolution in collaboration with Qatar Chamber.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 17:42:34 Z8F903B79-1954-4016-877E-367FA1247638https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/qfs-pre-university-education-forum-highlights-vision-2040-recognizes-outstanding-achievementsDoha, October 06 (QNA) - Qatar Foundation (QF) highlighted the key features of Pre-University Education Vision 2040, shedding light on the sector's key milestones and achievements during its Pre-University Education ForumTue, 6 Oct 2026 16:28:23 Z5CFD4312-247A-4F01-9123-4A9221786D39https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/katara-inspires-young-explorers-during-world-space-week-2026Doha, October 06 (QNA) - Katara Cultural Village is hosting World Space Week 2026 at Al Thuraya Planetarium as part of its ongoing efforts to promote scientific and astronomical awareness and encourage children and young people to take an interest in space science through a range of activities that combine knowledge, hands-on learning, and entertainment.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 16:10:19 ZA2A109B2-7840-4DAF-8209-EB9F4E9ACE3Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/qatar-participates-in-iso-annual-meeting-in-parisParis, October 06 (QNA) - The State of Qatar, represented by the Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology, participated in the annual meeting of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), held in Paris, with representatives of national standards bodies, international organizations and experts from around the world attending under the theme "Building trust in a changing world."Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:47:00 ZA2B6DA31-1FE7-451F-9F79-34B53822BE75https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/6/technical-seminar-on-digital-and-management-innovation-in-social-security-starts-in-dohaDoha, October 06 (QNA) - The Technical Seminar on "Digital and Management Innovations in Social Security Institutions" opened in Doha on Tuesday.Tue, 6 Oct 2026 15:24:24 ZB45F0D61-D87B-4AEA-B408-56FB3C0A874Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/5/ehsan-center-launches-holy-quran-competition-for-elderlyDoha, October 05 (QNA) - The Center for Empowerment and Elderly Care (Ehsan) has announced the launch of a Holy Quran competition for the elderly as part of its efforts to provide programs and initiatives addressing their religious, cultural, and social needs and enhancing their quality of life and active participation in society.Mon, 5 Oct 2026 19:55:31 ZA00EFD9C-DFCF-4BCF-84EE-FCC8EB4CAD99https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/5/northwestern-qatar-opens-marshmallow-laser-feast-exhibitionDoha, October 05 (QNA) - The Media Majlis Museum at Northwestern University in Qatar, in partnership with the Australian Center for the Moving Image (ACMI), launched its Fall 2026 exhibition titled "All That Is Unseen."Mon, 5 Oct 2026 19:17:23 ZC5C59B84-0922-4327-85BC-03339F9AA3A6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/5/holy-quran-and-human-knowledge-conference-gets-underwayDoha, October 05 (QNA) - The second conference on the Holy Quran and Human Knowledge convened in Doha on Monday.Mon, 5 Oct 2026 16:54:26 Z0AEA41B2-8932-48CC-B4C6-896F82978619https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/5/udst-qatar-cool-sign-mou-to-strengthen-industry-academia-collaborationDoha, October 05 (QNA) - The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) and Qatar Cool signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in student innovation, applied learning, research, professional development, and sustainability.Mon, 5 Oct 2026 11:52:44 Z42088B65-DEC3-4005-A80D-7138C6B2A865https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/4/shafallah-center-celebrates-world-teachers-dayDoha, October 04 (QNA) - The Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities, an affiliate of Qatar Foundation for Social Work, celebrated World Teachers' Day, observed annually on October 5. This year’s occasion is being held under the theme Supporting Teachers: 60 Years of Protecting the Profession, Improving Conditions, and Shaping Our Future.Sun, 4 Oct 2026 20:56:14 ZEB5584E8-4CA1-4657-8080-8D574D3DADB6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/4/msheireb-museums-qatar-reads-launch-smart-city-explorer-booklet-for-young-readersDoha, October 04 (QNA) - Msheireb Museums launched "Explore Msheireb: The Smart City of Tomorrow," a learning event held in collaboration with Qatar Reads, an initiative under Qatar National Library, as part of its Family Reading Program for the month of October. Set within the museums' restored heritage houses, the event invited children to discover how Qatar's past continues to shape the cities of the future.Sun, 4 Oct 2026 19:19:31 Z90EF641F-711C-4923-B688-DEE0411CE2D9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/4/doha-debates-to-host-should-ai-be-shaped-by-faith-on-october-15Doha, October 04 (QNA) - Doha Debates Town Hall will host an open session titled “Should AI be shaped by faith?” on Oct. 15 at the Education City Student Center (Multaqa), featuring global experts, students, and recent graduates.Sun, 4 Oct 2026 13:01:16 Z386822CC-2E8B-4495-8DA3-8FFD936891D6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/4/shafallah-to-showcase-innovative-winning-projects-from-shafallah-hackathon-tuesdayDoha, October 04 (QNA) - Four innovative projects aimed at improving the lives of persons with disabilities will go on display in Doha next Tuesday as the Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities showcases the winners of its "Shafallah Hackathon".Sun, 4 Oct 2026 11:57:08 Z05448E0C-6544-469C-960B-D4ED553A6FABhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/3/music-affairs-center-establishes-little-naham-team-to-pass-qatars-maritime-heritage-to-new-generationsDoha, October 03 (QNA) - The Music Affairs Center at the Ministry of Culture has announced the establishment of the "Little Naham" team, as part of its ongoing efforts to preserve Qatar's traditional musical heritage and pass it down to younger generations.Sat, 3 Oct 2026 23:41:49 Z8C4C9577-CBFF-4E7F-9BDE-CAE01C9DEA02https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/3/qatar-media-corporation-takes-part-in-osbu-meetingsDoha, October 03 (QNA) - Qatar Media Corporation participated in the 11th Executive Council meeting of the OIC States Broadcasting Union (OSBU) and the Union's General Assembly meeting, which were held remotely with the participation of representatives of the member states.Sat, 3 Oct 2026 20:28:56 Z325B4725-6757-44C1-B9AF-9E89F2026086https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/3/saturn-to-shine-bright-over-qatar-sunday-nightDoha, October 03 (QNA) - The Qatar Calendar House (QCH) announced that Saturn, the ringed planet, will appear brighter than usual on Sunday evening, Oct. 4, when it reaches opposition to the Sun.Sat, 3 Oct 2026 19:04:50 Z2A888115-19DA-435E-83F0-7B1C4163D245https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/1/qatar-museums-unveils-october-public-programDoha, Qatar, October 01 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) has announced its October public program, featuring a new photography exhibition, talks, workshops, creative classes, storytelling sessions, book clubs and family activities across its museums and creative hubs.Thu, 1 Oct 2026 20:23:41 ZBE2BA0BB-76A1-4079-A265-2CCE09D2EFFDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/1/katara-launches-international-academy-for-cultural-and-professional-education-trainingDoha, October 01 (QNA) - The Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) launched the Katara International Academy, reinforcing the Foundation's role in education, training, and capacity building while drawing on its cultural and professional expertise to develop programs and pathways that meet the needs of individuals and institutions.Thu, 1 Oct 2026 18:38:24 Z46578EE0-D48A-4338-A7F5-4BE01F262F20https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/1/qatar-hosts-2nd-uveitis-conferenceDoha, October 01 (QNA) - The Second Qatar Uveitis Conference, organized by the Qatar Ophthalmology Society in collaboration with the Middle East Africa Uveitis Society (MEUS) and the Middle East Africa Council of Ophthalmology (MEACO), emphasized the importance of promoting the World Uveitis Day initiative.Thu, 1 Oct 2026 16:11:24 Z870D0CBC-E171-4D26-BA09-6A9565AE2C00https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/1/qatar-museums-presents-giuseppe-penones-first-middle-east-exhibitionDoha, October 01 (QNA) - Qatar Museums (QM) announced details of Giuseppe Penone: The Inner Flow of Life, hosted by the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) as the first exhibition in the Middle East dedicated to Italian artist Giuseppe Penone.Thu, 1 Oct 2026 15:59:29 Z6977DB2A-9248-4B42-8B01-99F7D932E993https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/1/sidra-medicine-introduces-two-new-specialized-therapies-for-children-with-high-risk-neuroblastomaDoha, October 01 (QNA) - Sidra Medicine’s Pediatric Hematology and Oncology and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant ( HSCT) teams have successfully administered naxitamab (Danyelza®) for the first time in the GCC, followed by dinutuximab beta (Qarziba®) for the first time in Qatar. Both are anti-GD2 monoclonal antibody therapies and are used in the treatment of high-risk neuroblastoma.Thu, 1 Oct 2026 11:51:49 ZA4CBA174-5ECF-476B-B49C-3CFABE5468EDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-9/30/qatar-scientific-club-caps-young-inventors-programs-second-batchDoha, September 30 (QNA) - The Qatar Scientific Club (QSC), affiliated with the Ministry of Sports and Youth, concluded the second batch of the Young Inventors Program 2026 on Wednesday.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:32:17 ZD814F7B1-269D-4F3B-8E3E-B6A4686E16BAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-9/30/carnegie-mellon-qatar-hosts-reboot-the-earth-hackathonDoha, September 30 (QNA) - Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, hosted Reboot the Earth, a four-day hackathon.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:45:08 Z3E11AD60-6DC0-4E7C-B10A-024A95C040BEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-9/30/design-doha-brings-back-global-residency-to-fuse-traditional-craft-with-contemporary-designDoha, September 30 (QNA) - The Design Doha Biennial has announced the return of its international artist residency program, titled Crafting Design Futures, with four homegrown designers from Qatar, the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia selected to work with a pantheon of leading Mexican artisans as part of the 2026 Qatar-Mexico Year of Culture partnership.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:28:43 Z97C70019-97F6-4083-9F62-0420804F2B99https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-9/30/hbku-ranks-126th-internationally-in-the-world-university-rankings-2027Doha, September 30 (QNA) - Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development, has been ranked 126th in the newly released Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, positioning it as the leading university in the Arab world.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:57:40 Z4EEE105F-F433-48BC-842D-C4A3B501802Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-9/30/qatardebate-center-examines-current-consulting-sector-landscapeDoha, September 30 (QNA) - QatarDebate Center, founded by Qatar Foundation (QF), hosted the fourth panel discussion in its "Qatar Connects" series under the theme: "Can We Build a Local Consulting Sector with Global Standards?" at Multaqa (Education City Student Center) in Doha.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:30:24 Z39AF04DF-2139-4D40-AA6E-C8797A2536A9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-9/30/qatar-national-library-announces-a-diverse-program-for-octoberDoha, September 30 (QNA) - Qatar National Library will host an extensive program of events in October that bridge the past and the future, from preserving the region's collective memory to exploring the different cultures around the world with Year of Culture 2026 events.Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:15:47 Z