The Latest Breaking News from Doha

European chip research giant imec opens Qatar hub in Middle East push

Semiconductor and research hubs like imec are training talent and supporting startups in computing, AI and life sciences.

Euronews · Feb 26

Get ready, Qatar: World-famous circus Cirque du Soleil arrives April 8–13, with tickets from QR175 now on sale

Doha gears up for a spectacular treat as Cirque du Soleil's acclaimed show 'Corteo' arrives for a limited six-day run from April 8-13, 2026. Eight captivating performances at the Qatar National Convention Centre promise a blend of acrobatics, music, and fantasy. Tickets are on sale now, offering a rare chance…

The Times of India · Feb 24

Alcaraz stays perfect in 2026 with dominant Doha title run

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz improved to 12–0 in 2026, defeating Arthur Fils 6–2, 6–1 to win the Qatar Open, while Fils capped a breakthrough week with a runner-up finish in Doha.

Euronews · Feb 22

'Bend It Like Beckham' for real as football legend joins students on the pitch in Doha

Football legend David Beckham joined students in Doha for a morning of laughter, life lessons and time on the pitch as part of the Healthy Cities programme.

Euronews · Feb 11

Shakira’s ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’ tour tickets go live ahead of Qatar concert: Here's their whopping starting price

Global music icon Shakira is set to make her Doha debut on April 1, 2026, at Stadium 974 as part of her record-breaking Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. Tickets are now live, with demand surging as fans eagerly anticipate her performance of career-defining hits and new tracks.

The Times of India · Feb 10

Qatar Open gets underway in Doha with world’s top players in action

The Qatar Open has kicked off in Doha, the first WTA 1000 tournament of the season. With 1,000 ranking points at stake and nearly €3.5m in prize money on the line, many of the world’s top women’s tennis players are taking part.

Euronews · Feb 8

German chancellor visits Qatar for cooperation talks amid regional tensions

Germany is stepping up diplomacy in the Gulf as global alliances shift and regional tensions rise. Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s Doha stop comes as Berlin seeks energy security, defence partners and stability amid Iran fears.

Euronews · Feb 5

Brooklyn Beckham removes tattoo tribute to father Sir David amid deepening family feud

The timing is particularly poignant, as Sir David was seen only days earlier with his own ‘Buster’ neck tattoo — inked in 2015 in honour of Brooklyn — still clearly visible during a trip to Doha

Evening Standard · Feb 5

Art Basel Qatar opens in Doha: Breaks its own rules in the Gulf and the art world is watching

Doha hosts the inaugural Art Basel Qatar, a unique art fair designed for the MENASA region. Instead of a traditional format, it emphasizes thematic structure and deep engagement with local artistic narratives. With over half its artists from the region, the event fosters dialogue and showcases emerging talent, positioning Doha…

The Times of India · Feb 4

AI, quantum and the creator economy draw 30,000 to Web Summit Qatar 2026

In Doha, Web Summit Qatar is underway, with startups and global investors connecting and tackling the next wave of tech challenges.

Euronews · Feb 2