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Qatar Tribune
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar National Archive all set to showcase Qatar's documentary heritage at Expo Osaka 2025
QNA Doha The Qatar National Archive has announced its participation in the State of Qatar's pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025—one of the world's premier events dedicated to innovation and knowledge diversity. Running from July 21 to 25, the Archive will present an interactive digital experience highlighting Qatar's documentary heritage through modern tools that bridge tradition and technology. As part of its presence, the Qatar National Archive will offer a range of interactive activities, including a virtual reality experience in document restoration. Visitors will also embark on an augmented reality journey, exploring documents that link Qatar with other participating nations across the Expo's global landscape. Commenting on the occasion, Dr Ahmed Abdullah Al Buainain, secretary-general of the Qatar National Archive, stated that the decision to participate in Expo Osaka 2025 reflects the Archive's commitment to this global platform as a space that showcases institutional progress and highlights Qatar's efforts to preserve its documentary heritage using advanced technologies. He emphasised that the initiative strengthens the integration of national identity with the tools of the digital age. He added that the event presents a valuable opportunity to foster shared archival heritage and broaden avenues of cooperation with institutions around the world that are dedicated to memory preservation. As part of its youth engagement strategy, the Archive has partnered with Ajyal Educational Centre to select a group of outstanding students to serve as youth ambassadors. The students will join the Archive's team to support visitors and raise awareness through engaging educational experiences that underscore the importance of documentation in preserving national identity. This initiative aligns with the Archive's 2025–2030 strategy to invest in young national talent by immersing them in real-world experiences that cultivate awareness, responsibility, and core values, while representing Qatar on the global stage and developing their skills in heritage preservation. As a highlight of its digital showcase, the Archive has developed an innovative interactive zone that leverages artificial intelligence to offer visitors a visually immersive journey into Qatar's cultural legacy. Guests will be able to take personalised souvenir photos digitally merged with elements from Qatar's visual memory—traditional architecture, heritage attire, and rare manuscripts—creating a meaningful connection between past and present in a modern, identity-rich setting. Dr Al Buainain concluded by expressing his hope that this participation will help forge specialised partnerships that support the Archive's objectives in advancing its tools, staying abreast of technological developments, and learning from global best practices in documenting, preserving, and making accessible the nation's documentary heritage.
Qatar Tribune
8 hours ago
- Science
- Qatar Tribune
Awqaf releases 2nd edition of ‘Message of the Quran'
QNA Doha The Department of Islamic Research and Studies at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) has released the second edition of the book 'Message of the Quran,' as part of its collective cultural projects series. The Ministry stated in its announcement yesterday that this new edition responds to high demand from readers and intellectuals, following the depletion of the first edition published in 2010 to mark the completion of the Mushaf Qatar. Director of the Department of Islamic Research and Studies Sheikh Dr Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Ghanem Al-Thani explained that the book presents a collective intellectual effort from a number of writers and researchers from Arab and Islamic countries. It explores the central role of the Quran in the civilisational advancement of the Ummah, its approach to correcting previous religious perspectives, and its universal message to all humanity. He highlighted that the book emphasises the Quran's role in promoting reflection and contemplation, encouraging inquiry into cosmic sciences as a pathway to progress, and clarifying the foundations of a righteous civilization and the causes of its decline, all framed within a Quranic vision that integrates faith, moral values, and material development. He affirmed that the release of this edition reflects the Ministry's commitment to enriching the cultural landscape with scholarly references that meet readers' aspirations for a deeper understanding of the Quranic message and its civilisational impact.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Health
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar Autism Society launches early intervention drive for autistic children
QNA Doha The Qatar Autism Society launched its Early Intervention Programme for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder on Thursday, in the presence of Minister of Social Development and Family HE Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi. The event, held at the Ali bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena at Al Sadd Sports Club, was attended by several officials, representatives of partner and supporting institutions, and families of children affiliated with the society. This programme is a pioneering initiative aimed at providing specialised services tailored to the individual needs of children with autism spectrum disorder. It contributes to enhancing their motor, cognitive, and behavioural abilities while also reflecting the state's commitment to comprehensive care and social integration for this group. The programme targets children between the ages of 3 and 14 by offering a comprehensive training and therapeutic environment that includes individualized sessions across four main areas: behavior modification, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and special education. The Qatar Autism Society oversees the administrative and technical aspects of the program, including the provision of qualified staff, equipped facilities, and essential training materials. In its initial phase, the programme, supported by multiple organizations, is set to accommodate 120 children, with Qatari nationals making up approximately 40 percent of the participants, and future expansion will be considered based on capacity.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar helps reunite children with their families in Ukraine, Russia
QNA Doha The State of Qatar has announced the success of its mediation efforts to reunite children with their families who were separated as a result of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. As part of its ongoing efforts to reunite families, new reunifications have taken place this July. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that, as partof the humanitarian mission, 11 children have been reunited with their relatives in Ukraine, and 3 children have returned to their relatives in Russia, bringing the total number of children reunited with their families since the commencement of Qatar's mediation efforts to 100 children. In this context, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi affirmed that the State of Qatar's ongoing efforts to reunite children with their families in Ukraine and Russia represent an extension of its approach to mediation and conflict resolution through peaceful means, in accordance with the principles of international law. He also emphasized that these efforts also reflect Qatar's steadfast commitment to humanitarian principles and international solidarity. He also expressed the State of Qatar's appreciation to Commissioner for Children's Rights to the President of the Russian Federation HE Maria Lvova-Belova, and Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights HE Dmytro Lubinets, for their tireless efforts that contributed to the success of the endeavors aimed at reuniting separated families.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Al Khulaifi reaffirms Qatar's solidarity with Syria in face of Israeli aggression
QNA Doha Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi held a phone call with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Syria Asaad Al Shibani on Thursday. During the call, the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen and support it, as well as the latest developments in Syria, particularly in the city of As-Suwayda, and the ongoing Israeli attacks on Syrian territory. The Minister of State stressed the importance of holding all parties accountable for the bloodshed of civilians in As-Suwayda and ensuring that they do not escape justice, underlining the need to intensify efforts to reinforce civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means. He also reaffirmed Qatar's full solidarity with Syria in all measures it takes to safeguard its security and stability, reiterating Qatar's firm position in support of Syria's sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and the aspirations of its people for a dignified life. The Minister of State also held a phone call with Walid Jumblatt, former president of the Progressive Socialist Party of Lebanon. They discussed developments in Lebanon and the region, as well as the latest developments in the City of As-Suwayda in the Arab Republic of Syria. Dr Khulaifi reiterated Qatar's position calling for holding accountable all the parties that caused the shedding of blood of innocent civilians in As-Suwayda and ensuring they don't escape punishment, and to intensify efforts promoting civil peace through dialogue and peaceful means.
