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The Carthage Theatre Festival chose the Qatari play 'Between Two Hearts' to participate in the official competition after it received high ratings from the selection committee. It won the most prominent awards of the 36th Doha Theatre Festival, most notably the Best Theatrical Play Award. The play Between Two Hearts is produced by Msheireb Production Company, written by Taleb al-Dous and directed by Mohammed Youssef al-Mulla. The theatrical troupe is expected to begin rehearsals at the end of next month in preparation for participating in the festival scheduled to start on November 23, amidst a host of Arab, African and international shows.The festival, headed by director and artist Mounir al-Araqi, is currently continuing preparations for the 25th session of the festival, which will include, in addition to the shows, a group of international seminars from November 25 to 27, 2024, titled 'Theatre, Genocide and Resistance: Towards a New Human Horizon'.The Qatari show participating in the festival revolves in a tragic form around the leader who controls the village and the farmers, as he searches for someone to give his son a heart in a surgical operation.So, he bargains with “Shahid” in order to save his son’s life, taking advantage of the condition of Shahid’s son, who is also lying in the hospital after being hit by a stray or intentional bullet, awaiting treatment, so the bargaining continues with resorting to all methods of material enticement or moral terrorism in a dispute over the right to the heart that lives.When a witness is forced to acknowledge by tricks and coercion, everyone moved to the hospital and the end has come with the death of the two hearts. To conclude the show with a hymn that clearly projects on every usurping occupier who wants to enjoy the wealth of others.The Carthage Theatre Festival is supervised by the Tunisian Ministry of Culture and Heritage Preservation. This event was launched in 1983, to be organised like the Carthage Cinema Festival once every two years. In 2010 the Carthage Music Days were added to them, and the Carthage Poetry Days were added in 2018.

The 94th National Day of Saudi Arabia Sunday was celebrated Sunday in Doha. Along with Prince Mansour bin Khalid bin Farhan al-Saud, the ambassador of Saudi Arabia in Doha, HE Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad al-Thani, HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser al-Thani, HE the Speaker of the Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanim, He the Minister of State and President of Qatar National Library Dr Hamad bin Abdulaziz al-Kuwari, HE the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki al-Subaie, HE the Minister of Labour Ali bin Saeed bin Samikh al-Marri, and HE the Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah al-Attiyah participated in the celebrations. Also present were Qatari Businessmen Association Chairman HE Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim al-Thani, HE the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Secretary-General Dr Ahmed bin Hassan al-Hammadi, HE the Director of Protocol at the MoFA Ambassador Ibrahim Fakhro, and HE Ambassador Ali Ibrahim, dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Qatar.Prince Mansour welcomed and thanked all the dignitaries and the guests for attending “our celebration tonight on the occasion of the 94th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia”.“It is a source of pride and honour for us to celebrate this precious occasion in the beloved State of Qatar, which is linked to its sister, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, by deep-rooted fraternal and friendly ties extending from our shared history, culture and authentic values,” he said. “This honourable gathering of senior statesmen and officials who honour our celebration tonight and share our joy on our National Day is nothing but an affirmation of these distinguished ties and relations that bind our two brotherly countries and peoples, and an affirmation and commitment to push the relations of the two brotherly countries forward towards broad horizons of close co-operation in various fields in accordance with the directives of the leaderships of the two countries, may God protect them.”The envoy lauded the reforms and achievements in Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030.He said that the kingdom had improved in its standing on the United Nations e-Government Development Index and its sub-indicators, jumping 25 ranks in 2024 to be among the top 10 leading countries in the world.Prince Mansour added that the kingdom achieved first place globally in sub-indicators such as employment growth, social cohesion, labour market growth, population growth, and cybersecurity.The United Nations Tourism report, he said, also showed that Saudi Arabia topped the G20 countries in the growth rate of international tourists.“The Saudi-Qatari Co-ordination Council continues to play its important role, thanks to the generous patronage and directives of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Saudi side in the Council, and his brother His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar and Chairman of the Qatari side Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, may God protect them, an important and positive role in strengthening relations between the two countries,” Prince Mansour said.“The bilateral relations between the kingdom and Qatar are witnessing a wide movement and great momentum through the intensive mutual visits between officials in the two brotherly countries,” he continued. “The successful and fruitful visit recently made by His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef, Minister of Interior, to the State of Qatar and his meeting with his brother HE the Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad al-Thani, which culminated in the signing of two important agreements between the two ministries, is an affirmation of the depth of the ties between the two brotherly countries.”“We cannot miss congratulating our brothers in the State of Qatar on the wise and distinguished leadership of the current session of the Gulf Co-operation Council, which Qatar chairs, and the tangible efforts, care, generous hospitality and capabilities it provided during Doha’s hosting of the Gulf ministerial and technical meetings, which contributed to achieving positive results that consolidated co-operation, co-ordination and cohesion between the Council’s countries and peoples,” he concluded.

Katara Studios, the pan-Arab creative hub based in Doha, has released the trailer for its latest co-production, Chasing Dreams.The six-episode documentary-series will stream on Shahid starting September 26 and follows the journey of five refugee boys pursuing their dream of becoming professional football players in Brazil.The documentary-series chronicles the lives of Hafeth (“Marcelo”) (17), Omar (15), Qais (14) and Ahmad (17), refugees from the Al Zaatari camp, as they chase their football ambitions. Spanning over three years, Chasing Dreams tells a story of resilience, determination and hope, highlighting both the triumphs and challenges the boys face along the way.Directed by Bassel Ghandour, known for the Oscar-nominated Theeb, and with Hashem Sabbagh (executive producer), who has mentored the boys throughout their journey, the series promises to inspire audiences. Katara Studios brings top-quality production value, while Generation Amazing, the project’s driving force, funded and supported the series with a focus on empowering underserved youth through football.Speaking about the documentary-series, Luca Bercovici, director of Film at Katara Studios, said: “We are immensely proud to be part of Chasing Dreams, a project that brings hidden Arabic stories to the forefront in an engaging and universally relatable production. This series highlights the incredible journeys of these young boys and connects with audiences across the region and globally, showcasing the power of storytelling and the richness of our culture.”Katara Studios’ role as co-producer in Chasing Dreams marks their second Arabic production in the region. Katara Studios is also actively working on a new lineup of projects, including two feature films set for release in 2025.

The embassy of Kosovo, in co-operation with the embassy of Switzerland in Doha, participated in the Francophone Film Festival.The festival concluded its activities at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) with two films in French. The first, a documentary titled Without Kosovo and the second, a Swiss production titled Columbine. The closing ceremony was attended by Fuad Morina, Kosovo ambassador and Florence Tinguely Mattli, Switzerland ambassador in Doha.Ambassador Fuad Morina welcomed the attendees during a speech on the occasion, and stressed that the cultural festival celebrates Francophonie, praising the role that culture plays in uniting people and creating spaces of solidarity and mutual understanding.Ambassador Florence Tinguely Mattli, welcomed the participants during the cultural evening of the Doha Francophone Film Festival and all friends of Francophonie.She also thanked the MIA in Doha for providing everyone with the opportunity to host the festival for a whole week, which allowed for the presentation of a rich and diverse collection of Francophone cinematic productions. She also stressed that each work takes the viewer on a tragic and heroic path, but it is always an emotionally touching film that calls for progress and reflection.The film Without Kosovo by director Dea Djenovici, produced in 2017, tells the story of the young Aslan Djenovici. It is about a physics student at the University of Pristina, who participated in organising student demonstrations demanding the independence of Kosovo in 1968, and which forces him to flee his country due to repression of activists by the Serbian authorities at the time. The film also tells the story of the young man’s escape journey through Balkan countries and Italy, where he was detained at refugee camps for more than three years, before he finally settled in Switzerland. The young man had been away from his family for more than thirty years before deciding to return to his homeland in 2016.The second film, Columbine, directed by Dominique Othenin-Girard was produced in 2022. It tells the story of a 13-year-old girl who runs away from home due to a troublesome relationship and quarrels with her mother, in order to search for her father she has never met. Her search takes her through time and she finds herself in the middle of a huge live show during a winegrowers’ festival, and is dazzled by the surreal setting and is trapped in a strange world where she can rely only on her intelligence and her heart to find her way.

Al Noor Centre is committed to providing an advanced therapeutic, rehabilitating and educational environment, said executive director Meshal al-Naimi, and keeps pace with the latest technologies to meets the needs of members and beneficiaries with visual disabilities.“In the new academic year, we believe in the importance of achieving independence for people with visual disabilities,” he said. “We aim to provide an advanced therapeutic, rehabilitating and educational environment that enhances their capabilities and helps them succeed in a developing and changing world.”Al-Naimi said that Al Noor Centre for the Blind works hard to provide pioneering and innovative services to support people with visual disabilities in Qatar.As it is the first centre of its kind in the country, he said, that adopts a comprehensive and innovative approach to providing services, devoting all its efforts to meeting the needs of this vital section of society.The centre has made intensive preparation to receive new members, with a comprehensive update in the package of services provided.This includes providing distinguished education and rehabilitation at the highest level and organising sports competitions under the supervision of professional trainers.In addition, there are Braille reading activities to enhance the reading and writing skills of the blind.Al Noor Centre uses the latest international devices and programmes to support, empower and integrate its members, with a focus on meeting the needs of members in three main educational stages: early childhood (3-6 years), basic education (first to sixth grade), and integration (post-sixth grade).The centre provides advanced therapeutic, rehabilitating and educational services for children with visual impairments accompanied by mental and developmental disabilities.Al Noor Centre provides an advanced set of assistive technology tools that enhance individuals’ ability to access information and participate effectively in educational activities.These tools include screen readers, Braille text display devices, and Braille notebooks, in addition to smart and magnifying devices.The centre also stresses the importance of improving the skills of specialists and staff through advanced training programmes and specialised workshops.The centre has also worked to renovate places designated to support people with disabilities and modernise recreational facilities.The centre also focuses on providing full support to children with visual impairments and their families.This includes providing early intervention programmes for the blind and visually impaired children from birth to three years, with training sessions aimed at enhancing their growth and developing their skills.The centre also provides targeted training for mothers to provide them with the knowledge and skills necessary to support their children.

The highly anticipated satirical documentary series "America Outside the Box" (America Kharij Alsondoq) will air its first episode Thursday.Hosted by the renowned Palestinian-American comedian and academic Amer Zahr, the series will take the Arab audience on a bold journey across America, exploring political, social, and cultural aspects in a way that blends thought and humour.The series offers a critical perspective on the United States as it approaches one of the most consequential elections in modern history. Through a comprehensive examination of various topics, Amer Zahr invites viewers to rethink assumptions and consider the role of the US on the global stage from a different angle.According to its producers at Alaraby TV, "America Outside the Box" is no ordinary documentary series. Each episode humorously tackles a specific subject, painting a broader picture of America as seen by the world. From the formation of the US political system to the struggles of minority groups, the series presents sharp, insightful commentary on key issues impacting the nation's political scene as the 2024 presidential election approaches—a contest marked by unprecedented tension between the main candidates, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, who is running in place of outgoing President Joe Biden.Each episode of "America Outside the Box" takes place in a different US state, with topics carefully selected to reflect some of the most pressing and impactful issues in American society.The Michigan episode explores the deep history of Arabs in America and their growing influence in the 2024 presidential election. The Washington, DC episode examines the formation of the US political system and how its developments continue to shape governance today.North Carolina highlights the intersections of religion and politics, focusing on the power of evangelical Protestants in shaping election results. The Missouri episode delves into the history of racism and slavery among African-Americans and how incidents of racial violence influence voter behaviour.In a poignant episode, the history and rights of Native Americans in South Dakota are discussed, with a powerful comparison to the Palestinian struggle under Israeli occupation.

HE the Minister of State for International Co-operation Lolwah bint Rashid AlKhater attended the screening organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and Qatar Museums (QM) of the documentary film "The Evidence" that documents the war crimes committed by Israel against the Palestinian population at the National Museum of Qatar Wednesday, and a discussion panel with the makers of the film produced by the "Anadolu" Agency, amidst a large attendance.Ibrahim bin Sultan al-Hashmi, Director of the Media and Communication Department at the MoFA, said in the opening speech that the justice of the Palestinian cause is beyond reproach and has no gray areas. Stressing that "either we are on the side of the truth or we are not, and the truth does not harm it if people hide from it, but a person loses part of his humanity and his message on this earth if he hides from the truth."Al-Hashemi stressed Qatar's firm position in support of the Palestinian cause and the rights of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital, and stressed its continued support for the brothers in Palestine until they achieve their legitimate rights.Mohamed Abdel-Aleem, CEO of the International Organisation for Humanitarian Assistance and Development, and Abdel-Qader Karakel, the film's director, participated in the discussion panel on the film, moderated by Sami Hermez, Head of the Liberal Arts Program and Associate Professor in Residence of Anthropology at Northwestern University in Qatar.On the sideline of the screening of the film, Abdel-Qader Karakel, the director and executive producer of “The Evidence” told Gulf Times that: “In this documentary film we showcase the violations of humanitarian law committed by Israel in Gaza. This has been going on for more than seven decades, this is just one brick in the wall, one documentary is not enough, but we have to change peoples’ mindset and politicians’ mindset to help the Palestinians get their rights. This documentary will show people what is happening in Gaza and their political choices will impact their country’s policies regarding the region that is our goal basically. We want to show the film to as many people as possible, so they will have a better understanding of what is going on in Gaza."We focused on the use of white phosphorous by Israel in the film because it undeniable, as Israeli politicians and military officials always deny that they bomb civilian areas, but when it comes to white phosphorous, they cannot deny it because it has been reported by the media. That’s why we focused on that crime committed by Israel. We are working on other documentaries as well, for instance “Witness” which is about the journalists who sacrificed their lives and that of their loved ones to bring these footages to us and we want to show what were the circumstances like, they were working in.”Mohamed Abdel-Aleem, CEO of the International Organisation for Humanitarian Assistance and Development, who signed an agreement with the "Anadolu" Agency, to distribute the film in the US, told Gulf Times that: “We are distributing the film in the US and we are going to show it around the world also. This film is an objective documentation of war crimes committed by Israel against the people of Gaza. We want to bring people closer to the truth by grass root work through universities, and organisations in the US, so that people can understand the reality of the situation in Gaza. Now, the truth is not being told and information is lacking, and distorted. We want to make sure that people receive the correct information from our own perspective, where we see the truth also. So, that is our objective in promoting this film in a new way and to the new generation."We are creating experiential events around this film also, people will see in an App if someone is exposed to white phosphorous what will they look like. Or if a child has been malnourished for three to four months plus, what his face would look like. We will try our best to make sure that the film is widely available to everyone. We are one of the oldest Islamic websites, it is available at https://www.Islam.org or https://www.islamicity.org/”

The Ministry of Culture announced on its website that Al-Wajdan Al-Hadari (Arabic for civilizational conscience) Center continues the project to train female kindergarten teachers during the academic year 2024-2025, for the second year in a row, within the framework of the cooperation and partnership efforts between the center and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.The center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, revealed the continuation of training on practical applications for the Al-Wajdan Al-Hadari Center’s publication “The Quranic Stories Series”. The training program will be presented in two phases, to include kindergarten teachers, in addition to the supervisors and educational staff from the Department of Curricula and Learning Resources.The center announced that the first phase began on September 1, 3, and 5, 2024, while the second phase will be on January 5, 7, and 9, 2025, with a total of 30 training hours, at the Training and Development Center. In the same context, the Al-Wajdan Al-Hadari Center recently participated in the Ministry of Education's strategy ceremony at the Qatar Convention Center, in the presence of HE Khalid bin Ghanem al-Ali, Director General of the Al-Wajdan Al-Hadari Center, and the team of the Research, Studies and Curricula Department.Following the invitation of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education to the Center as a key partner and supporter of the Ministry's educational journey through strategic partnerships and cooperation that brings together the Center, representing the Ministry of Culture, and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. The invitation came to the Center to closely learn about the strategic projects and programs offered by the Ministry in the field of pre-primary education. During the event, the Center's team met with many national leaders of the Qatar strategic projects, which fall under the Ambition 2030 program.

The Venice Film Festival has screened the documentary “Maroun Returns to Beirut” as part of the official competition under the Venice Classics category.The film was directed by Fayrouz Serhal and produced entirely by Al Jazeera Documentary Channel. This is the first time that a film produced by Al Jazeera Network has participated in the Venice Film Festival. This screening coincides with the 20th anniversary of the death of the famous Lebanese director Maroun Baghdadi, who died suddenly in 1993 after falling down the stairs of his family home. Maroun Baghdadi, one of the most prominent Lebanese filmmakers, left an indelible mark on the world of cinema through his documentary and fictional works that dealt with the Lebanese civil war with boldness and realism. Baghdadi was fascinated by the war that he hated, and through it he presented a unique artistic vision of the events and conflicts that Lebanon experienced during that period.The film “Maroun Returns to Beirut” takes viewers on a journey through Baghdadi’s life and work, exploring the period leading up to the Lebanese civil war and life in the midst of the fighting. The documentary reflects Baghdadi’s great influence on Lebanese and Arab cinema, and reveals his works that are considered rare and important documents that shed light on crucial stages of modern Lebanese history.Through rare archival footage and interviews with figures who were contemporaries of Baghdadi, the film presents a comprehensive picture of the late director and his great contributions to documenting the events of the Lebanese Civil War. In addition, the documentary reviews the personal aspects of Baghdadi’s life, including the challenges and difficulties he faced, and the tragic way his life ended.The screening of the film at the Venice Film Festival was an opportunity for the international audience to learn about Maroun Baghdadi’s legacy and to honour his memory as one of the most important directors in the history of Lebanese and Arab cinema. The film's running time is 125 minutes, and it is in Arabic, French and English.

Alaraby TV channel 2 unveiled its new programming lineup for 2024 at a special media gathering Saturday. Local media representatives attended the event reviewed the channel's new plans, promising a season full of diverse programmes, series, and films.Alaraby 2’s CEO Elias Khoury, who opened the meeting, spoke about the channel's goals and vision for the future: "We are committed to offering television content that combines entertainment and value, catering to the interests of the Arab family. This is a challenging equation and a commitment we have taken upon ourselves in an industry dominated by commercial interests. Our programming lineup this season reaffirms our choice to be the most credible and acceptable media experience for Arab families."Khoury spoke to Gulf Times and addressed the technical challenges facing the media industry, emphasising Alaraby 2’s investment in the latest filming and distribution technologies to enhance the viewing experience: "Solid content is our top priority, but we also focus on form. We were among the first to adopt the latest technologies. For instance, we designed the opening sequence of 'Tarab with Marwan' for its 5th season entirely using AI, following our years of leading in virtual reality and augmented reality content."The CEO also acknowledged the changing viewing habits of Arab audiences, which required a deep analysis of programme production and distribution methods. He said: "In addition to interactive viewing experiences that combine screen and digital content, we have produced several programmes that will be exclusively available on Alaraby 2's digital channels, including Alaraby 2’s social media accounts and the Alaraby+ VOD platform. Preliminary results have shown a strong audience interest in this unique media model, which marks a departure from an exclusive traditional television content. We will continue to develop new programmes throughout the season."In a newly introduced slot dedicated to documentaries, a key documentary is to be aired at the start of this season titled "Israelism," (in English and Arabic) produced by Palestinian-American Elana Hadid, daughter of businessman and activist Mohamed Hadid. The documentary, which was a huge success on a global paid platform, will be shown for the first time on an open channel in the Arab world.

The Qatar Press Center (QPC) launched, on Tuesday the activities of the "Press Club" with a session titled "Al Annabi's Path to Qualifying for the 2026 World Cup", in the presence of HE Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, director of the Media Development Department at the Qatar Media Corporation (QMC), HE Sheikh Hamad bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, head of the Media Department at the Qatar Olympic Committee, and a number of the public. During the session, which was presented by media professional Ali Issa, Abdulaziz al-Maarefi, Editor-in-Chief of Al-Sharq Newspaper, and Khalid al-Kuwari, Director of Marketing and Communications at the Qatar Football Association, spoke. Sadiq Mohamad al-Amari, Director General of the QPC, welcomed the attendees at the launch of the first activities of the Press Club seminar that seeks to combine all media efforts to support our national team in the challenge of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Khalid al Kuwari spoke about the national team’s preparations for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, which will be held in America, Canada and Mexico. He said: The Qatar Football Association has always supported the national team’s progress since it took over the presidency of the association, and there is no doubt that the efforts made during the past period contributed to qualifying this team and our winning the 2019 and 2023 Asian Cups, in addition to the tremendous efforts made by officials, sports media and the sports community. He added: “We at the Qatar Football Association, through the Marketing Department, have made great efforts during the past period through a media, marketing and promotional campaign to support the national team through social media platforms and with the support of local media and also public platforms; to achieve the goal of the team reaching the 2026 World Cup after we hosted the last edition of the tournament.” He said: Our national team's new jersey was launched, whether in maroon or white, in cooperation with Adidas, after the previous cooperation with Nike. In the coming days, the jerseys will be sold in many stores. Regarding ticket sales for the match between the Qatari national team and the UAE national team, Al Kuwari said: More than 75% of the tickets have been sold, and we hope that there will not be just 40,000 spectators, but 40,000 fans within 90 minutes. Regarding the Al-Annabi’s journey in the World Cup qualifiers, Abdulaziz al-Ma’ari spoke about the tournaments in which the national team participated before 1977 to recent qualifiers. HE Sheikh Hamad bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, Head of the Media Department at the Qatar Olympic Committee, praised the formation of the Press Club Committee, and said: It is a pioneering initiative that warms my heart. As a specialist in the field of sports media, we have seen a reluctance in Qatar to engage in sports journalism, especially with the emergence of social media. We hope that this initiative will support sports journalism in the country, and that we will see a new generation of journalists in this field. Regarding the qualifiers that the national team is facing, he said: We have recently noticed an increase in awareness of the culture of cheering among the public, and we noticed this with the organization of the Arab Cup in Qatar, followed by the World Cup, and then the Asian Cup.

A series of press forum meetings organised by the Omani Journalists Association began Tuesday, September 3, in Salalah, Oman, with the participation of the President of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the French journalist and trade unionist Dominique Pradalié, Gulf press leaders, and a number of Arab and international press personalities.The president of the Qatari Press Center (QPC), Saad al-Rumaihi participated in the forum, with the representative of the President of the Bahrain Journalists Association, Adnan al-Rashed, President of the Kuwaiti Journalists Association, Adwan al-Ahmari, President of the Saudi Journalists Association, Fadhila al-Muaini, President of the UAE Journalists Association, and Dr Mohammed al-Arimi, President of the Omani Journalists Association.The meeting approved important decisions, the formation of 4 committees: the Freedoms and Dispute Resolution Committee headed by Adnan al-Rashed, a Digital Media Committee headed by Saudi Arabia, a Women Journalists Committee headed by Fadhila al-Muaini, and a Photography Committee headed by Omani Talib al-Dajali.The meeting set the date for its next meeting as a guest of the United Arab Emirates next January.The meeting affirmed its absolute support and endorsement of the Gulf National Media Campaign to enhance Gulf security, support freedoms, and stability in the region.In a related context, the Executive Office of the West Asia and Pacific Group held a meeting with the participation of the Vice President of the International Federation of Journalists, Nasser Abu Bakr, the Federation’s Financial Secretary, Jim Bou Melha from Britain, and press representatives from a number of Asian countries.

The Qatar Press Centre (QPC) praised the statement issued on X by HE Sheikh Hamad bin Thamer al-Thani, the chairman of Qatar Media Corporation (QMC), in which he called for concerted efforts and tireless work at all official and civil levels to confront anonymous and offensive accounts that aim to spread discord and factors of division among the peoples of the Gulf. Stressing the unity and cohesion of the Gulf social fabric, in order to enhance the path of our Gulf Council, in a way that achieves security and prosperity for our Gulf countries and peoples.The QPC stressed the importance of this call, which comes in light of the centre's continuous efforts and warnings of the dangers of misleading, false and offensive news, through various activities, seminars and reports that it has issued and published in various fields.The QPC called on all Gulf and Arab journalists to unify their efforts, through various print, visual and audio media, and through their social media accounts, to show solidarity and co-operation in confronting malicious campaigns carried out by anonymous accounts.While being keen to publish and circulate real news and information, and expose fake news, in a way that enhances trust between public opinion on the one hand, and journalists on the other hand.The QPC also emphasised the importance of the role of journalists in verifying the accuracy of news and information before circulating it, and the wide-ranging influence that journalists have in clarifying real news, exposing fake ones, and their effective role in limiting the targeted influence of fake accounts.

The Qatar National Archives has announced that it will open its doors to the public starting Sunday, September 1, 2024, to receive visitors wishing to visit the exhibition titled “Journey of Knowledge”, which aims to highlight a group of important historical documents that constitute a vital part of the documentary heritage of Qatar. The exhibition provides visitors with a unique opportunity to view rare and valuable collections that document the history and development of Qatar from various stakeholders, in addition to contributions from individuals and private libraries. The exhibition is part of the institutional documentation efforts, the importance of which is highlighted by the participation of institutions and stakeholders in supporting and preserving the legacy of Qatar. As well as contributing to collecting and documenting historical records not only helps preserve history for future generations, but also upholds national identity and enhances awareness of cultural and historical values. Those who are willing to visit the Qatar National Archives should fill out the registration form via the electronic link available on the Qatar National Archives platforms, visitors.naq.gov.qa, to benefit from the guided tours provided to the public.

Nomas Center, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, organised a set of workshops, events, cultural and exploratory trips, as part of the Norway trip programme, under the theme 'Knowledge, Literature, and the Company of Majid'.The team participating in the trip visited the Maritime Ships Museum last Saturday, during which they viewed the exhibition in the museum, and participated in a sea trip during which they passed through areas of popular markets and shops. The students also participated in a training workshop on maritime heritage presented by Nasser Mubarak al-Khulaifi.In a statement, Ghanem Abdul Rahman al-Kuwari, Director of Nomas Center, said: “The Norway trip programme included a set of activities, visits, and recreational trips. We took care to organise the schedule so that it is comprehensive, diverse, and purposeful, including workshops in various heritage and educational fields.”Al-Kuwari added: “The students participating in the trip had an experience full of fun and adventure in the entertainment city, during the first three days of the Nomas Center’s cultural trip to Norway.”Nasser al-Malki said: “The trip in the first three days included visits and exploratory trips, including the Nobel Peace Center, where the students learned about the award, who won it, and the conditions for winning the award.”He pointed out that the third day of the trip was interesting and enjoyable for the students, as they visited the entertainment cities and had the experience of playing many games. In the evening, after returning to the hotel, a workshop was presented to the students titled 'Presentation Skills, and Public Speaking'.Nomas Center contributes to the development of children and youth by investing their free time in learning and practicing various activities related to heritage, authentic customs, and traditions, within the message and vision of the Ministry of Culture to enhance the national identity of children, discover and develop their talents, and encourage teamwork through trips, courses, and training workshops.

As part of the strategic plan to develop the media landscape in Qatar and the region, Eng. Jassim al-Khori, the newly appointed CEO of Media City Qatar, visited Alaraby Television Network.The Media City Qatar was established under Amiri Law No 13 of 2019 with the aim of organising and developing media businesses and providing investment opportunities in the media sector, thereby enriching the media ecosystem in Qatar and the region.Al-Khori aimed to familiarise himself with the Alaraby Television Network project that recently relocated from London to Lusail and explore potential collaboration opportunities that could benefit both parties.During his visit, al-Khori had the opportunity to tour the facilities of Alaraby Television Network, which include state-of-the-art studios designed to meet the growing needs of the news channel Alaraby Television and the general entertainment channel Alaraby 2.He was introduced to the technology used in the development of these facilities and their versatile applications, which include broadcasting live news, special coverage, program production, and creating digital content. Additionally, he was introduced to the latest studio dedicated entirely to filming using augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies.The visit also featured a special appearance on a new season episode of the show Sayidati Sadati (Arabic for Ladies and Gentlemen) hosted by the esteemed broadcaster Aref Hajawi. The show, set to return next month, provided al-Khori an opportunity to discuss Media City Qatar’s strategy aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030, which aims to diversify income sources and enhance the country’s economic growth prospects.Al-Khori emphasised that “Media City Qatar is a project that combines advanced infrastructure with licensing systems that adhere to the most flexible and transparent legal frameworks, creating an inclusive environment for investors, companies, and media outlets to operate in one of the most comprehensive media free zones worldwide.”He also highlighted the success of Alaraby Television Network’s experience, noting that “its successful relocation from London to Lusail makes it a national champion in the media sector and undoubtedly serves as an incentive for other media institutions to move to Qatar.”

The Nomas Centre, affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, organised the second introductory meeting for students participating in the trip organised by the ministry to Norway on August 23, under the slogan of *Knowledge, Literature and the Company of Majestic.The students participating in the introductory meeting learned about the work they will be doing with the supervisors and trainers who will accompany them on the trip.The goal of the meeting between the students was to break the ice and get to know each other, and to know the capabilities and hobbies of each student.“The students participating in the Norway trip learned about the programme and its various sections that contribute to enriching their knowledge, as well as dividing them into groups, each group headed by a supervisor,” Nomas Centre director Ghanem Abdulrahman al-Kuwari said.He said that the Norway trip is aimed at helping students learn about other cultures while sharing theirs.The trip to Norway will include field visits to museums and archaeological sites.The schedule of events includes exhibiting heritage arts to introduce Qatar’s maritime heritage to Norwegians.

Al Jasra Cultural Salon affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, held its cultural salon, including a lecture on raising children, moderated by the writer Hanan Badie, the salon coordinator, and presented by Sarah Riyashi, who discussed the Positive Parenting Strategies Conference for the year 2024. Riyashi spoke about the most prominent challenges facing parents with their children, indicating that they include bullying in schools, what is shown on screens and social media, etc. She reviewed modern parenting methods, which she considered a science like all sciences, developing, advancing, and keeping pace with societal developments. Riyashi explained that the goal of the positive parenting curriculum is to build relationships based on respect, stressing the importance of raising children to be responsible and contribute effectively to their communities. She said that Adler's studies show that children need, from a young age, to belong and feel important within their families and communities. Accordingly, undesirable behaviour decreases with a sense of fulfilled belonging, noting that the basis of the approach is that the educational method combines gentleness and firmness, understanding the child's feelings, sympathizing with him and respecting his being. Then comes the firmness that enables parents to set a clear framework for the child and work on modifying behaviour. Riyashi stressed that positive upbringing requires effective and practical tools and strategies in order to train children to acquire life and social skills. She noted the necessity of understanding the child and taking into account the stages of his physical, mental and emotional development, which she estimated would enable parents to deal with challenges better. In this context, she called for the use of reward as an incentive, or punishment to modify undesirable behaviour. She explained that positive upbringing enables parents to create internal incentives for the child. With the importance of building healthy relationships and continuous dialogue, to teach children life and social skills, while instilling values that are consistent with our religion, society and culture.