Qatar

Qatar 2022 will be the first carbon-neutral FIFA World Cup in history; all infrastructure projects - including the eight stadiums that will be used - must meet strict sustainability parameters

13 university students from the country are among 36 young people from around the world selected for the inaugural Doha Debates ambassador program, which will promote knowledge, tools and relationships to bring about positive change in their communities

16 new private schools and daycares will provide over 8.800 seats in the upcoming academic year and offer extensive options for parents, including the British curriculum (9), American curriculum (2), Indian curriculum (3), and others

The reopening of the children's library in the Qatar National Library has seen an increase in demand from visitors, although only a limited number of children are admitted due to precautionary measures

Fares Ibrahim Elbakh won the men's 96kg weightlifting gold at the Tokyo Olympics, Qatar's first Olympic gold with a combined Olympic record of 402kg; he was followed by Mutaz Essa Barshim with a joint gold medal in the high jump

The country participated in the work of the 44th session of the World Heritage Committee, held in China by videoconference and ending today

Staycation is an increasing trend: for those remaining in Doha for this Eid holiday season and summer several choices are offered by hotels, from beaches to one-day trips to special food experiences

The second edition of the Summer Art and Design High School Program of VCUarts Qatar starts today and aims at providing an overview of the academic degree courses offered by the university

Qatar's cabinet has allowed up to 80% of public and private sector employees to return to the office as part of its plan to gradually ease measures related to the coronavirus

The country has participated in the 2nd Islamic Summit on Science and Technology of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held via videoconferencing under the theme: “Science, Technology and Innovation: Opening New Horizons”

The Arab foreign ministers will meet today in Doha to exchange views on issues of mutual interest among member states

The "Chefs of Qatar" virtual food festival ended with 6,924 food orders contributing to Qatar Charity's fundraising and 12 customers winning two free tickets to any destination in the Qatar Airways network

Qatar's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani, reaffirmed its commitment to establish collective security