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Study offers new perspective on Qatar’s human development
Qatar would be near the top of the United Nation’s Human Development Index (HDI) if adjustments were made for the country’s large population of migrant workers, many of whom have a low level of
Qatar says it gives aid to Egypt, not Muslim Brotherhood
Qatar's foreign minister said Monday his country had never given aid to Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood and that all assistance went to Egypt as a whole. "As far as Qatar's support for the Muslim Brotherhood,
Georgia ‘keen to resolve conflict in peaceful way’
Five years after the Russia-Georgia War, Georgia maintains it aims to resolve the conflict in a non-violent way. “On the fifth anniversary of the Russia-Georgia August 2008 war, the government of Georgia reiterates
Gold prices surge to four-month high in local market
After dropping nearly 15 percent, gold prices in the local market surged to a four-month high yesterday, with a gram of the yellow metal selling for QR165. Bars of 116 grams (10 tola) were sold
Parking woe hits mall visitors
Shortage of parking space has become an increasing problem at many shopping malls as the number of parking slots are not enough to meet the number of visiting vehicles. The situation becomes
South Korean students wow Doha audience
A group of university students from South Korea yesterday held a mini-concert in Doha, entertaining many with the traditional and contemporary Korean songs and dances. The students are here as part of a student
Murder victim’s friends recall camp horror
Sketchy details of how the young Indian man who was attacked in a labour lodging in Al Sailiya on Saturday midnight and died have come to light, and they reflect the state of affairs
Thrill on air
Paragliding adrenaline junkies still have until Saturday to enjoy the experience offered by the Qatar Air Sports Committee as part of the Eid festivities organised by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA). This is the
Qatar UAE Exchange inks pact with Aquapark
Qatar UAE Exchange’s Gold Card customers are offered an opportunity to beat the heat by indulging in some water therapy. The remittance major entered into an agreement with Qatar’s first water theme park Aquapark
Mövenpick Tower & Suites gets Certificate of Excellence
Trip Advisor recently awarded Mövenpick Tower & Suites Doha with the 2013 Certificate of Excellence for the exceptional feedback the hotel has earned from travellers over the past few years. The certificate is bestowed only