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Showing posts with label Doha. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Doha. Show all posts
Monday, June 27, 2011
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Wired: Unveiling Middle East Science – A Reading List
Tout est en train de se dיcanter en vue de l’officialisation lundi prochain du nouveau PSG sous contrפle Qatari, regardons les יvטnements rיcents :
- Mercredi : Passage devant la DNCG avec la prיsentation de Nasser Al-Khelaifi et sa “team” de reprise : Benoמt Rousseau, Sophie Jordan. Premiers mots devant les mיdias franחais.
- Jeudi : Confיrence de presse d’Al-Khelaifi pour l’offre d’Al-Jazira Sports sur les droits de la Ligue 1. Premiers mots de Leproux depuis l’annonce du rachat, il restera prיsident et confirme pour Lיonardo
- Vendredi : Gasperini devient entraמneur de l’Inter, Lיo est donc libre.
Suite des יvטnements ? je me lance a un petit pronostic :
- Ce week-end : Lיo rentre de vacances du Brיsil, il annule son contrat avec l’Inter.
- Lundi : Conseil de suveillance qui acte la vente du Paris-SG et le nouvel organigramme, Lיonardo est intronisי Directeur Sportif du PSG et le club va pouvoir commencer א travailler sיrieusement autour de son nouvel homme.
- Jeudi 30 juin : Reprise de l’entraמnement au camp des loges, et חa ne m’יtonnerait pas qu’on voit 1 ou 2 nouvelles tךtes en plus de Douchez et Gameiro …
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““We are developing in Qatar a device that has an important functional use not only in Qatar but also throughout the world especially in the Gulf region, Algeria, Morocco, Italy, North America.””- Professor Daniele Trinchero, professor at Politecnico and head of iXem Labs in Italy, on project to design water saving device that will allow Qatar to reduce water leakage. Read about his device here.Wired: Unveiling Middle East Science – A Reading List :
For those heading to or curious about the World Conference of Science Journalists starting on Monday in Doha, here’s a reading list related to the “Unveiling Arab Science,” Monday’s opening plenary.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
The Westbay Park… by Arnab Dutta and contributed to the...
The second of the three wives of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar—- Her Highness, Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser Al Missned ( ???? ??? ???? ???????).
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
City Center mall releases pay for parking details
DOHA: Health authorities meet on Sunday to chart a nutrition and physical exercise strategy to face the challenge of growing obesity among its population and related health complications.
At least 71 percent of all Qatar residents are overweight and 32 percent of all residents are obese or morbidly obese.
The prevalence of childhood obesity is also high with 28 percent of Qatari children being overweight.
Qatar has the second highest prevalence of overweight and obesity in the GCC region.
The National Committee for Nutrition and Physical Activity will work, in cooperation with World Health Organisation, to establish healthy food habits and community workout programmes.
Given the fact that the primary drivers for the chronic disease burden that accounts for a majority of deaths in the country are lifestyle factors, such as dietary patterns coupled with a sedentary lifestyle, the committee aims to curb the problem.
Studies show that chronic diseases are a major cause of death in Qatar, accounting for 47 percent of classified deaths in 2008.
The occurrence of diabetes among Qataris is 16.7 percent, the fourth highest rate in the world, while the global average is estimated at 6.4 percent.
The plan is in tune with the Preventative Healthcare system that the National Health Strategy (NHS) 2011-2016 aims at.
“The nutrition and physical activity workshop at will include several topics including maternal and child nutrition and exercise for all community members, especially school students. The working group of the National Committee for Nutrition and physical activity will have many events to initiate systems and policies that deal with sound nutrition and physical activity.
“They will work in conjunction with a comprehensive media plan to promote health patterns,” said Dr Sheikha Anoud bint Mohammed Al Thani, Director of Health Promotion and Non Communicable Diseases Department at SCH, in a press statement.
SCH aims at establishing a comprehensive and integrated nutrition and physical activity programme with individual initiatives targeted at various stakeholders.
To achieve this, the government aims to have health promotion in schools, wellness promotion in the workplace, led by government offices with established health promotion programmes, implementing media awareness campaigns for nutrition and physical activity, prevention guidelines for healthcare service, develop policies to reduce fast food consumption and promote healthy food options at restaurants and key retail outlets.
National Committee for Nutrition and Physical activity includes institutions and national bodies as Supreme Council of Health, Supreme Education Council, Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning, Ministry of Environment, Qatar Olympic Committee, Hamad Medical Corporation, Primary Healthcare, Qatar University, Aspetar, Qatar Museums Authority and Qatar Women Sports Committee.
This is Qatar (english subtitles) = Documentary about a skateboard tour in Qatar with part of the Nike Sb team from Spain.
- With Daniel Rubio, Juan Algora, Daniel Lףpez De Ipiסa, Adriבn Del Campo & Daniel Lebrףn
- Filmed by Enrique Mayor & David Moreda
- Produced by Ivבn Jimיnez
- Edited by Enrique Mayor
four guys in doha, qatar 2008
venus in doha, qatar 2008
Hahaha and if the dreams come true ? =p I will love it !
Villaggio Mall- Qatar(Doha) by tq1962-Tareq AlObaid on Flickr.
Doha, Qatar is possibly one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. Painted ceilings and water throughout it can’t get much better…oh wait it has stores BECAUSE IT’S A MAL
Indonesia has recalled its ambassador to Saudi Arabia in response to the execution of an Indonesian maid who was convicted of murdering her Saudi employer.
The maid’s beheading has sparked protests in Jakarta and calls for an explanation from Riyadh.
In the past 20 years, a total of 303 migrant workers from Indonesia have been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia.
Indonesia has managed to help only 12 of its citizens escape execution.
According to the Al Jazeera report, Indonesians blame their own government just as much as they blame Saudi Arabia, saying it’s a matter of human rights.
How this case will affect the rest of the Gulf remains to be seen.
Qatar’s City Center mall will introduce pay-for-parking July 1, officials have said.
The mall, which has arguably the most congested parking lot in Doha, will charge QR2 for the first hour, QR3 for the second and third hours and then QR10 for every hour after that, according to a circular issued to tenants.
The Peninsula reports:
While there are other pay parking facilities in the city such as at Doha International Airport and Souq Waqif, the City Center is the first shopping mall to introduce the facility in the country, which could be an added burden for shoppers already saddled by rising prices.
But the mall management says the new system would be more of a benefit to customers.
“It takes a long time for a motorist to find a parking slot, sometimes it can take one hour to look for a space to park, but with the new guiding system it is very easy to find a place to park,” said Schweigel.
“On the top of every parking slot, will be an indicator which turns green when the space is available and red if it is not,” he added, saying it would dramatically reduce the time spent for looking for a parking space.
Read the full article here.
And tell us your thoughts. What do you think of the pay scheme?
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Storify: Creative Commons Qatar launch
Robert Fisk does Al Jazeera in Doha: 
In a rather amusing account, award-winning journalist Robert Fisk waxes and wanes about his recent visit to Al Jazeera, including the moment that a fly lands on his nose while he’s on air, prompting him to smack his own nose.
Only after does he realize viewers at home haven’t seen the fly.
One excerpt:
But the great thing is that on al-Jazeera English, you can say what you want, tell the truth in other words – and thank God nothing much actually happens in Qatar, home of al-Jazeera, because I somehow doubt that the Emir, who funds this extraordinary shooting match, would be subjected to quite the same serious interrogation by its titans of journalism.
But then again, both the English and the Arabic versions of al-Jazeera are, in their less than odd way, a state project, part of the nation’s diplomacy, an extension of Qatar’s foreign policy, an institution that helps Qatar (I hate these British clichיs because they remind me of William Hague) to “punch above its weight”.
Read the full article here.
One of the most favorite pastimes among expats in Qatar is complaining. Whether Qatar doesn’t have enough of one thing or too much of another, there is always something here to complain about.
But a funny thing happens to many Doha residents when they travel abroad - they start missing Qatar.
At least that’s what happened to one Canadian expat who blogs at Brays’ Adventures. She writes:
A Funny Thing Happened in France…I missed Doha. In the land of wine, pork and cheese in a beautiful green city with couples openly holding hands, I suddenly realized I was missing more of the “Sandpit” then I thought…
And now, things are going to change. I will be honest - I have spent the last 10 months hating my job. I have cried myself to sleep and cried to Big C about going home. I have been sick with stress. But I realized here, they aren’t going to get me. For the first time, when someone asked me if I wanted to stay the full time in Qatar the answer was an honest yes.
And so, another phase of our expat life begins. For me, the “honeymoon” (can you have a “nightmare moon”?) is over.
Read her full post here.
I went through a similar journey of self-discovery when I first landed in Qatar years ago - it was only when I left for a trip home (in the middle of a Michigan winter!) that I truly appreciated what Qatar had to offer.
What about you guys? Do you ever find yourself missing Qatar when traveling abroad? (Something’s gotta compel us to keep coming back, right?)
The noodle house at city center doha, must say it was a nice place and the food was great. The customer service however, was not great… was let down.
Life was disrupted for some Doha residents late Friday afternoon when a blaze broke out at a construction site in the Najma area.
Parts of C-Ring were slammed with traffic as authorities closed Toyota Signal while trying to get the fire under control.
But many of those stuck in the crush opted to use their energies reporting the story online:
Bicycle store
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Souq Waqif (Central Market), Doha, Qatar
SPECIAL REPORT-Qatar's big Libya adventure:- Reuters
"In Qatar, there’s no difference between washing your face or cooking it."
““Qatar: You have one cow that has hundreds of udders. You use the limitless milk money to set up a television channel that broadcasts the other cows in the region being milked (except Saudi Arabia’s).””
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- Randa Al- Bayoumi, via Twitter
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Qatar gets a mention in this tongue-in-cheek article featured in ForeignPolicy.com.
Entitled “The Cynical Dairy Farmer’s Guide to the New Middle East,” the piece by Karim Sadjadpour uses a couple of cows to “explain a changing region” - with a disclaimer that it’s an “equal opportunity offender edition.”
Read the full piece here.
A few months old, but inspirational nonetheless!
TEDxDoha:
After Ahmed Al Baker, a 23-year-old Qatari, graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering, he went straight to work doing 12-hour shifts as an engineer at Qatar Petroleum.
But really, he always wanted to become a filmmaker. He found himself dreaming up stories on his daily commutes.
One year ago, he decided it was time to pursue his passion. And now, despite no formal training, he’s already finished shooting his first feature film, a science-fiction mystery with 3-D elements that he wrote, produced and directed called “The Package: Volume 1.”
The film is notable for its daring use of color, lighting and texture.
At TEDxDoha Ahmed talks about how he made his dream a reality.
Just heard Qatar pronounced “cutter”. America is full of such smart people.
ABODE June 2011
from: Qatar Happening (sister magazine of Abode)
Article from: W DOHA HOTEL & RESIDENCES
Doha, 5 May 2011. Doha’s fashionistas gathered recently at spectacular The Pearl - Qatar on the waterfront on luxury yachts from Ronautica with sensational panoramic views of the sea for a glamorous fashion shoot After Party, featuring items from Global Glam, W Hotels’ exclusive designer collection of accessories and apparel inspired by the design of new and upcoming W’s around the world. Following the launch of Global Glam last year during NY Fashion Week, the latest 2011 collection is premiering this week in Doha to Doha society.W Doha’s Passion for Fashion Brings W Hotels Around the World’s Global Glam Collection to The Pearl-Qatar
This marks the fourth season of the W Hotels’ signature Global Glam Collection and the second to be curated by W Hotels’ Global Fashion Director, Amanda Ross. As an international fashion authority, Ross has tapped some of the most sought-after and emerging designers from around the world to create a stunning wardrobe of must-have fashion pieces and accessories produced exclusively for W Hotels’ The Store.
Edgar Vaudeville, W Events and Public Relations Manager, W Doha Hotel & Residences said: “The Global Glam collection is an exclusive W Happenings’ Fashion Next event that helps drive a unique lifestyle guest experience at W Doha and accentuates our passion for fashion, glamour and design. As a leading venue for events, meetings and special celebrations, W is internationally recognised for its concept and architecture, as well as for its combination of design, fashion, entertainment and gastronomy. W Doha is more than just a hotel, it is a lifestyle destination.”
The Global Glam collection consists of fabulous looks designed by emerging talent in international fashion and is inspired by upcoming W destinations. Global Glam can be exclusively found at www.whotelsthestore.com and in W Hotels’ The Store across the globe ensuring that both guests and visitors are always in the know of what is now and look glamorous on special occasions.
Fifteen of today’s hottest designers were selected by Ross to create original pieces for the Global Glam AW 2011 season inspired by the design of three new or soon-to-open W Hotels: W Austin, W Taipei and W Mexico City. The new season of Global Glam includes designs by: Contego Eyewear, Deepa Gurnani, Paola Hernandez, Mara Hoffman, iLuck, Eugenia Kim, MYNE, Catherine Nicole, Noir, Posse, Shaesby, Sibilia, Twinkle By Wenlan, Clare Vivier and Yarnz. W Hotels’ passion for fashion is expressed in the series of glamorous accessories from all three W Hotels.
A number of multi-ethnic models, reflecting W’s vibrant and cosmopolitan community, were entrusted with showing the new Global Glam collection in Doha amidst wide acclaim by local trendsetters.
Perfumed Colors by aBu :) and contributed to the Doha News Flickr group .
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There are almost 15,000 people in Qatar named Mohammed and more than 6,000 named Fatima, official statistics indicate.
Gulfnews reports:
According to the figures, there are 14,470 people named Mohammad, 8,878 named Abdullah and 6,507 named Ali…
Fatima is the most common name among Qatari women with 6,420, followed by Maryam with 6,311 and Noora with 6,249.
There are 4,359 females called Aisha and 3,372 named Sarra.
Mohammed is the name of the Prophet, and Fatima is one of his daughters. Both are highly regarded among Muslims and the popularity of the names may to reflect the religiousness of Qatari society.
“In Qatar, there’s no difference between washing your face or cooking it.”- Randa Al- Bayoumi, via Twitter
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