Qatar has welcomed the ceasefire deal between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, which took effect after 14 months of cross-border fighting that has killed thousands of people. The country hoped it would lead to a similar agreement to stop Israel’s ongoing war in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Qatar recently hosted a heartwarming evening to celebrate culture, community, and gratitude. The event brought together over 210 guests, including representatives from the US Embassy Doha, government officials, sponsors, members, and business leaders, to foster connections and highlight the shared values of collaboration and appreciation.
The Lusail International Circuit (LIC) is set to organise one of the last races on the F2 calendar, the feeder series for Formula 1 races, on Wednesday. LIC will provide aspiring F2 drivers with a challenging proving ground as they vie for glory and seek to catch the eye of Formula 1 team principals.
Tickets for two major tennis tournaments the country hosts every year — Qatar TotalEnergies Open and Qatar ExxonMobil Open — have gone on sale. Action in the women’s and men’s tournaments will be held at the Khalifa International Tennis Complex in February 2025.
A Qatari Amiri Air Force aircraft arrived at the Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, on Monday, carrying emergency medical supplies and medicines provided by the Qatar Fund for Development. The aircraft landed as part of Qatar’s air bridge to Lebanon to assist people in their current humanitarian crisis.
Front Row Live, the three-day fashion and beauty celebration by Doha Festival City, in collaboration with Harper’s Bazaar Qatar, highlighted creativity, sustainability, and Qatar’s dynamic fashion culture, marking a milestone in the mall’s transformative journey.
Al Abdulghani Motors, the authorized distributor of Toyota and Lexus in Qatar, has signed a new agreement with Qatar Airways to continue supplying innovative passenger and commercial vehicles in support of Qatar Airways’ daily operations. The agreement marked a significant milestone as the partnership has entered its 20th year.
The Qatar Olympic Committee honoured the country’s best sportsmen and women, as well as managers and institutions, during the 2024 Sports Excellence Awards on Sunday. While star high jumper Mutaz Essa Barshim was named the Male Athlete of the Year, airgun shooter Amal Mohammed Mahmoud was chosen as the Female Athlete of the Year.
The Lusail International Circuit, which will host the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024, has announced the list of fan activities for the event, which will run from November 29 to December 1. From fun events and entertainment activities to F1 Fan Forum, Pit Stop Challenge, and music concerts, there is something for every one in the family.
Qatar Foundation’s Al Ghorrah Festival for Literature and Arts is set to showcase tradition and heritage, connecting the past with the present. Qatar’s community can join in on a cultural journey at the Education City, from November 28 to December 2, and witness various musical and theatrical performances showcasing local and regional talent.
‘Qatar: The Supercard’ boxing event, a part of the MISFITS & DAZN: X Series 19, will bring some of the world’s best fighters to the Lusail Sports Arena on November 28. Tickets for the event are currently on sale and can be purchased from different outlets.
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha announced the appointment of Turkey’s Erhan Afacan as its new Executive Chef. With over 21 years of experience in the global culinary scene, Erhan brings an exceptional blend of traditional Turkish culinary roots, innovative techniques, and international expertise to lead the hotel’s renowned culinary team.
International motorsport federation President Mohammed Ben Sulayem met with Qatari leaders to discuss the country’s key role in global motorsports as well as its innovation and education in mobility. The ongoing collaboration between Qatar, FIA, and Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation ensures the continued growth of motorsports, said the top official.
Lovers of antique cars and automobiles have reasons to cheer as the fifth edition of the Qatar Classic Cars Exhibition and Competition is set to return to the Medina Central at the Pearl, from November 27 to December 2. This year, at least 70 classic automobiles are expected to be showcased, almost double the numbers from previous editions.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Costa Rica’s First Vice President Stephan Brunner Neibig jointly awarded the winners of the eighth Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award at the National Conference and Convention Center in San Jose, Costa Rica. The award was constituted in cooperation with the United Nations.
