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Sun, 18 Jul 2021 08:30:50 +0000
Qatar records zero Covid-related deaths in more than a week
Hopeful figures show no Covid-19 related deaths in the past week. Health authorities in Qatar have recorded no Covid-19 deaths in more than a week, according to official figures. In the last eight days, statistics from the Ministry of Public Health (...

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:00:07 +0000
MIA’s first Palestine exhibition explores historical heritage
The “Beautiful Memories of Palestine” exhibition will run at MIA library until 30 September. Palestinian embroidery, old travel guides to Jerusalem and rare books showcasing Palestine’s history are now available for the public to vi...

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:00:56 +0000
Are we meme-ing too much? How images became a key communication tool
From Pepe the frog to the the Suez Canal, memes have developed over the past decade to become an integral part of our daily conversations. You probably use them as a conversation starter, a sarcastic response to WhatsApp messages or even to express a...

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:00:33 +0000
How Henna has made its mark on traditions across South Asia and the Arab world
The dye, which is cultivated from the Henna tree and other plants, made its mark on the region through its various uses. For centuries, Henna has been cultivated throughout the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia and other regions across the globe ...

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 06:00:17 +0000
Why do Muslims celebrate two Eids and what’s the difference?
Muslims around the world will celebrate Eid Al Adha on July 19th this year. Every year, Muslims celebrate two Eids, marking the most important holidays in Islam. While Muslim children wait all year to celebrate the two occasions, the holidays can som...

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 06:00:30 +0000
Vegan Muslim: How to navigate family gatherings on Eid Al Adha
Meat and dairy are included in almost every cuisine, making it hard for some Muslim vegans to discover alternatives, especially on occasions like Eid. Being a vegan can be quite a challenge when there are limited food options at grocery stores and re...

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 06:00:09 +0000
Want to spread joy this Eid? Here’s where you can donate to help those in need
The much-awaited Islamic festival is a time of mass prayers, grand feasts, and, most importantly, sharing joy with those in need.  As many of us get ready to celebrate the joyful days of Eid al-Adha with grand feasts and new clothes, it is always im...

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 06:00:55 +0000
‘Unusual’ Eid plans that will make your holiday a little more exciting
After months of restrictions and lockdowns, it is time to break free from traditional routine Eid plans and try new things.  Eid Al Adha is around the corner but with months of disrupted routines, many are looking for alternative thrills to to make ...

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 15:04:37 +0000
‘Falcon’ latest artwork to soar into Hamad International Airport 
A sculpture showcasing Qatar’s national bird has been unveiled at Hamad International Airport. A renowned Dutch sculptor has revealed a new public artwork at the Hamad International Airport.  Tom Claassen unveiled ‘Falcon’, which s...

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 12:52:18 +0000
QAYON urges boycott of Israel’s eToro trading app
The Qatar-based pro-Palestine group shed highlighted normalisation with Israel through online trading applications.  Qatar Youth Opposed to Normalisation [QAYON] called for boycotting eToro, an Israeli trading app accused of complicity in the ongoin...



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