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Qatar Tribune
23-05-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
QM marks Int'l Museum Day with ‘Missions and Discoveries' event
Tribune News Network DOHA Qatar Museums' Archaeology Department celebrated International Museum Day with a special 'Introductory Day: Missions and Discoveries' held at the Museum of Islamic Art on May 13. The event provided visitors with unique insights into Qatar's archaeological research, conservation practices, and public outreach initiatives. The event gathered archaeologists, heritage professionals, and culture enthusiasts for a day of short lectures and discussion. Qatar Museums' (QM) Archaeology Department staff members presented their work and achievements throughout three comprehensive sessions, collectively spotlighting the department's diverse and vital role in preserving Qatar's tangible past and engaging its communities. The session opened with remarks from Mohammed Saad Al Rumaihi, CEO of QM, who highlighted the central role archaeology plays in protecting Qatar's national identity and cultural continuity. Faisal Al Naimi, director of the Archaeology Department at QM, then offered insights into the department's growing responsibilities and vision. 'This event was both a celebration of International Museum Day and an opportunity to highlight our unwavering efforts to research, protect, and share Qatar's heritage with the community. These lectures were free and open to the public, reflecting our commitment to making archaeology accessible to all. We also see this event as an open invitation for government bodies, institutions, and universities to collaborate with us. Next year, we aim to expand this Introductory Day even further—with greater public involvement and deeper engagement with archaeology,' Al Naimi said. The first session delved into fieldwork and site protection. Dr Sinan Al Naimi examined the careful balancing act between archaeological preservation and modern development, while Dr Mustafa Mehanni shared some recent discoveries. Dr Ouafa Slimane shifted the focus to underwater cultural heritage and Qatar's maritime past. Meanwhile, Jawaher Ali Al Nuami and Muhammed Rafid presented the department's digital tool QCHIMS while Aisha Al Hamad highlighted how field assessments and recording are crucial to ensuring the protection of Qatar's vast archaeological record. The second session traced the artifact's path from discovery to display, where Alanod Al Mutawah addressed the challenges of documentation, and conservation expert Fareed Alshishani provided insights from the conservation labs. Furthermore, archaeologist Dr Alexandrine Guerin discussed how archaeological finds are interpreted and showcased in the National Museum of Qatar. This session also emphasized public archaeology as an essential part of heritage stewardship. Imad Tabohout and Margaux De Pauw shared innovative educational initiatives that are opening archaeology to new audiences in Qatar. Their work underscores how outreach, school partnerships, and volunteer engagement foster a sense of collective ownership over cultural heritage, while also supporting site protection and ethical practices. In the final session, current research projects took centre stage, where Dr Ferhan Sakal revealed ongoing investigations into prehistoric sites, while Dr Robert Carter introduced evidence of possible Abbasid-era textile production. Dr Agnieszka Bystron presented an analysis of imported ceramics from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Al Zubarah Archaeological Site, offering new perspectives on international trade. Mohammed Sadiq spoke about his recent publications on Qatar's history and coins, and Noura Al Hemaidi delivered closing remarks, emphasizing the need for continued collaboration between institutions, researchers, and the public to protect and interpret Qatar's archaeological heritage. The Archaeology Department's first Introductory Day was more than an internal reflection—it was a public reaffirmation of Qatar Museums' mission to preserve, study, and share Qatar's cultural legacy. The day's sessions revealed the wide-reaching impact of archaeology in areas ranging from research to education, digital innovation, and sustainable preservation. For more information about Qatar Museums and its archaeological projects, visit or contact
Qatar Tribune
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
QM to mark Int'l Museum Day with free entrance to museums, fun events
Tribune News Network DOHA To mark the International Museum Day, Qatar Museums (QM) has announced free admission to its museums and exhibitions on Sunday, May 18, and a wide array of educational activities. This initiative continues QM's annual tradition of marking International Museum Day by offering residents and visitors to Qatar complimentary access to its renowned network of cultural institutions. 'Amid ongoing changes in how we live, connect, and sustain our planet, museums must evolve to remain not only relevant, but essential,' said CEO of Qatar Museums, Mohammed Saad Al-Rumaihi. 'At Qatar Museums, we see this moment as an opportunity to reimagine our role—not just as custodians of heritage, but as active participants in shaping inclusive, resilient, and forward-looking communities.' Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the National Museum of Qatar, the Museum of Islamic Art, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic Sports Museum, as well as all QM temporary exhibitions free of charge. International Museum Day is held annually on May 18 and is a global celebration of museums and their importance in promoting cultural understanding and exchange. This year's theme, The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities, focuses on how museums can navigate and contribute to a world undergoing profound social, technological, and environmental shifts. Residents and visitors are invited to experience the third edition of the Tasweer Photo Festival Qatar 2025 through eight compelling exhibitions across the city. Discover As I Lay Between Two Seas, Tasweer's central exhibition, which is on display at the Fire Station: Artist in Residence, alongside Al-Mihrab by Khalid Al-Musallamany, an intimate study of places of worship in Qatar; After The Game, capturing the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022; and Garangao 2025, a photographic tribute to the cherished Qatari tradition. Visit Refractions: Tasweer Project Awards at Katara Cultural Village which is showcasing works by 18 contemporary Arab photographers exploring belonging and identity. Also on view is Obliteration: Surviving the Inferno: Gaza's Battle for Existence, a powerful outdoor installation documenting the ongoing war in Gaza. At Msheireb's Company House, visitors can explore Threads of Light: Stories from the Tasweer Single Image Awards, which features 32 winning photographs from the 2023 and 2024 editions. In addition to free entrance, Qatar Museums is also organising a cohort of exciting events and activities across its various entities: The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) will host a creative workshop for children on May 18 from 9:30 am – 10.30 am, titled Design Your Own Museum Building. The participants will base their designs on a special artifact or object that represents Qatar's history, inspired by the country's rich culture, nature and heritage. Separately, NMoQ will also provide a photo frame station for visitors to take commemorative pictures and will hand out crossword puzzles and gallery response sheets for visitors. The museum is currently hosting LATINOAMERICANO: Modern and Contemporary Art from the Malba and Eduardo Costantini Collections—the first major exhibition in the WANA region dedicated to Latin America's modern and contemporary art. This landmark showcase will be on view until July 19.
Qatar Living
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Living
Qatar Museums to feature new publications at 34th Doha International Book Fair
Qatar Museums (QM) will participate in the 34th Doha International Book Fair (DIBF) from May 8-17 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC). The QM booth will display a diverse collection of new releases, celebrated publications, and art catalogues covering history, architecture, archaeology, orientalism, modern and Islamic art, design, sports, and children's stories. Featured titles include Olafur Eliason: The Curious Desert, Seeing Is Believing: The Art and Influence of Jean-Leon Gérôme, Arab Design Now, Ellsworth Kelly, Splendours of the Atlas: A Voyage through Morocco's Heritage, Manzar: Art and Architecture from Pakistan – 1940s to Today, Pierre de Coubertin Selected Writings: Volume 1: Revelation, Desert, Sea and Sky: A Day in Qatar, and a reprint of The History of Qatari Architecture 1800-1950. On May 13 at 4:30 PM, architect Ibrahim Jaidah will present a book discussion at DECC on The History of Qatari Architecture 1800-1950. This book, co-authored by Jaidah and Malika Bourennane, explores the historical, geographical, and functional dimensions of Qatari architecture, offering a detailed examination of Qatar's architectural evolution. The DIBF, organized by the Ministry of Culture, is open Saturday to Thursday from 9 AM to 10 PM and on Friday from 3 PM to 10 PM. --- Make sure to check out our social media to keep track of the latest content. Instagram - @qatarliving X - @qatarliving Facebook - Qatar Living YouTube - qatarlivingofficial
Qatar Tribune
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
QM to participate in DIBF 2025 celebrating history & creativity
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Museums (QM) has announced its participation in the 34th Doha International Book Fair (DIBF), one of the region's oldest and largest annual literary events, taking place from May 8 to 17, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC). As a key fixture in Qatar's cultural calendar, the fair provides a dynamic platform for exploring the connections between museums, art and literature through a curated selection of publications and engaging activities. At this year's event, QM's booth will feature a diverse array of newly released titles, renowned publications, and beautifully produced art catalogues. Covering subjects such as history, architecture, archaeology, orientalism, modern and Islamic art, design, and sports, the selection also includes engaging children's stories, ensuring a rich offering for readers of all ages. Among the latest additions to the QM collections are: Olafur Eliason: The Curious Desert; Seeing Is Believing: The Art and Influence of Jean-Leon Gérôme;Arab Design Now; Ellsworth Kelly; Splendours of the Atlas: A Voyage through Morocco's Heritage; Manzar: Art and Architecture from Pakistan – 1940s to Today; Pierre de Coubertin Selected Writings: Volume 1: Revelation; Desert, Sea and Sky: A Day in Qatar (Children's book, selected for the prestigious Bologna Ragazzi Award Amazing Bookshelf 2025); and The History of Qatari Architecture 1800-1950 (Reprinted). QM will also host a book discussion at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre on May 13 at 4:30 pm, featuring The History of Qatari Architecture 1800–1950. The session will be delivered by award-winning architect Ibrahim Jaidah to mark the reprinting of this important title. Co-authored by Ibrahim Jaidah and Malika Bourennane, the book features detailed illustrations and analytical diagrams showcasing various Qatari architectural typologies. The History of Qatari Architecture is the first publication to comprehensively explore the geographical, historical, and functional dimensions of architecture in Qatar, covering everything from ancient cities and villages to public buildings and domestic spaces. The DIBF, organised under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture, runs from 9 am to 10 pm, Saturday to Thursday, and from 3 pm to 10 pm on Fridays, offering visitors a rich and engaging literary experience throughout the week.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Quantum Machines raises $170 million as computing breakthroughs build
(Refiles to remove time stamp from headline) By Steven Scheer JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel's Quantum Machines (QM), whose hardware and software platform aims to accelerate the realization of practical quantum computers, said on Tuesday it had raised $170 million in mid-stage funding. The investment brings its total funding to date to $280 million and comes as most quantum computing companies globally now rely on the company's technology to build and scale their systems, it said. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. "With this funding, we believe that we are well-positioned to accelerate our expansion, drive innovation, and create long-term value for our stakeholders," said CFO Nir Ackerman. Quantum computing holds the promise of carrying out calculations that would take today's systems millions of years and could unlock discoveries in medicine, chemistry and many other fields where near-infinite seas of possible combinations of molecules confound classical computers. QM said 2024 had been a watershed moment in quantum computing, with major achievements such as Google's Willow chip and multiple companies joining IBM in surpassing 1,000 qubits. QM also collaborates with Nvidia's DGX Quantum hardware system. Compared to a bit in classical computing, a qubit, or quantum bit, is incredibly fast but also extremely difficult to control and prone to errors. "The quantum computing ecosystem has opened up and there are now hundreds of teams worldwide advancing the bleeding edge in parallel," said Itamar Sivan, QM co-founder and CEO. "Bleeding edge" is a term sometimes used to refer to newly developing technologies. "Significant adoption of quantum computers is around the corner. Quantum is one of the biggest, most important technological races of our generation," said Sivan. Last week, Microsoft unveiled a chip that it said showed quantum computing was "years, not decades" away, joining Google and IBM in predicting that a fundamental change in computing technology was closer than recently believed. QM's funding round was led by PSG Equity with participation from Intel Capital, Red Dot Capital Partners and existing investors. Despite a 16-month war with Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, currently halted by a ceasefire, Israeli high tech firms - a key economic growth driver - are still raising funds. In 2024, Israel's startups raised more than $12 billion, up 31% from 2023, according to Startup Nation Central.
