The Latest Breaking News from Qatar

Qatar’s beIN Sports wins LA 2028 media rights in buildup to 2036 Olympics bid

Qatar has infrastructure in place from the 2022 World Cup but is likely to be in a contest with Ahmedabad, India as the other host candidate

The Guardian - UK · Feb 11

Is it possible to develop AI without the US?

Tech giants Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft and Meta to collectively invest $600bn on artificial intelligence this year

The Guardian - US · Feb 10

Qatar 10-year residency permit or UAE Golden Visa: Which works best for entrepreneurs, investors?

Gulf nations are prioritizing long-term residency to attract top talent. Qatar's new 10-year permit targets founders and executives, offering self-sponsorship and property ownership. The UAE's established Golden Visa caters to a wider audience, including investors and skilled professionals, with flexible residency and family sponsorship. Both signal a move towards talent…

The Times of India · Feb 10

Aussie fires hole-in-one in Qatar as Reed shines again

Australian David Micheluzzi has recorded an ace to launch his bid at the Qatar Masters but he couldn't maintain his dazzling start.

AAP · Feb 5

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

GCC Unified Visa 2026 explained: Launch date, eligibility, fee, validity of Schengen-style visa for Gulf

Travellers will soon experience easier journeys across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman. A unified tourist visa is set to launch in 2026. This single permit will allow visitors to explore all six Gulf nations without applying for individual visas. The initiative aims to boost tourism and economic…

The Times of India · 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

Celestyal unveils 2026 Arabian Gulf F1 cruises

F1 fans can get a front seat at the Abu Dhabi and Qatar Grand Prix

The Independent UK · Feb 4

LNG2026: CEOs of world’s top energy companies gather in Qatar

The 21st edition of the International Conference and Exhibition on Liquified Natural Gas, or LNG2026, kicked off in Doha, Qatar, gathering global leaders, energy giants and experts with geopolitics, market dynamics, emerging technologies and the energy transition dominating discussions.

Euronews · Feb 4

Oura Ring’s CEO on how wearable technology will track our health in the future

Speaking at Web Summit Qatar, Tom Hale told Euronews Next about the importance of constant monitoring, how Oura makes use of AI, and where the company is headed.

Euronews · Feb 4