December 2023 Ahmed Al Salem Q Life speaks to the businessman behind the iconic bisht Lionel Messi wore to lift the FIFA World Cup Trophy. In the heart of Qatar’s Souq Waqif stands Besht Al-Salem, a tailor established in 1958. The shop specialises in crafting the ornate Arabian cloak known as the bisht, where Ahmed Al Salem carries on the legacy of crafting this traditional garment.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Q Life (@qlife_com)   Besht Al-Salem suddenly found itself sprung into the global spotlight during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final, when Hi ..read more

November 2023 One Year On: The 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar Fatma Al Nuaimi, the Communications and Media Executive Director at the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, was one of the people behind the successful delivery of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. In an interview with Q Life, Al Nuaimi explains the impact of hosting the first World Cup in the region and shares her proudest moments, insights into changing perceptions of the Middle East, and hopes for the tournament’s enduring legacy.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Q Life (@qlife_com)   Ho ..read more

October 2023 A Qatari Diplomat in the making Since her early years, Shoug Khozestani has been fascinated by global affairs, and it was when she was in sixth grade that she found the perfect platform for her passion – her school’s participation in the Model United Nations (MUN). Now, as a student in Qatar Foundation’s school Qatar Academy Doha, Shoug is working on her dream of becoming a representative for her country on the diplomatic stage. Q Life had the opportunity to sit down with Shoug to delve into her experiences.   What first inspired you to take part in The Hague International Mo ..read more

DOHA, Qatar, 01 February 2024: Qatar will host a historic charity football match later this month featuring some of the world’s biggest content creators and football legends. The inaugural Match for Hope will be held in Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, one of the Qatar World Cup 2022 stadiums, on Friday, 23 February. The match will see social media sensations Chunkz and AboFlah captain each side. The two captains will lead teams made up of both famous content creators and World Cup legends for a showdown match in the 45,000-capacity stadium which hosted seven matches during Qatar World Cup 2022, and wil ..read more

December 2023 Qatar Steps into the Metaverse Roblox users can now explore “Qatar Adventure”, a virtual world in the metaverse featuring authentic Qatari cultural activities and some of the country’s most iconic landmarks. The experience has been launched in celebration of the first anniversary of the Qatar World Cup 2022 final and Qatar National Day. “Qatar Adventure” is accessible to all free of charge through Livetopia, a popular immersive world on Roblox, until 8 February 2024. The initiative is in partnership between Q Life, a cultural platform under the State of Qatar’s International Medi ..read more

August 2023 Fatima Saad Al Mohannadi Award-winning 16-year-old campaigner Fatima Saad Al Mohannadi talks to Q Life about her new book and raising awareness of autism – a very personal cause. Fatima Al Mohannadi is a remarkable 16-year-old student at Qatar Academy in Al Khor. Her family’s experience and acceptance of her autistic sister has sparked a strong desire to raise awareness about the condition. Fatima’s passion for advocacy has already led her to write a book titled ‘Ana o’ Haya.’ Q Life met with Fatima to learn more about her inspiring story of personal growth, accomplishments, and th ..read more

March 2023 Revitalising Qatar’s Education Sector Nada Ali Bahzad is an inherently passion-driven individual. When she graduated from university, she could not stop but to think about her next chapter as a professional. When she discovered with dismay that only a few opportunities to apply her freshly acquired skills were opening up to her, Nada took her future into her own hands, forging her own path to success. In 2018, an advertisement for an incubation programme at the Qatar Business Incubation Center inspired Nada. What if she too could apply her skills to launch an innovative entrepreneur ..read more

Expo 2023 Doha has already made history as the first A1 International Horticultural Exhibition to be launched in the MENA region. As Qatar continues to establish its position as a hub for leading international events, the expo is drawing in top scientists, officials, and visitors until 28 March 2024. With pavilions from almost 80 countries, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), and representatives, the world is uniting at Expo 2023 Doha to showcase an ambitious vision for a more sustainable future that is technology-led and promotes human progress. Expo 2023 Doha takes place in the scenic Al ..read more

October 2023 Empowering Qatar’s Emerging Talent Qatar is a thriving hub for arts and culture. Through developments such as the National Museum of Qatar, numerous art exhibitions, and architecturally compelling buildings, Qatar has paved the way for new artistic horizons in the region. A unique feature of Qatar’s art scene is the dedication to empowering emerging talents through artist residency programmes. Doha’s Fire Station, literally a repurposed former fire station, is a testament to Qatar pushing creative boundaries and embracing local talents. It offers an annual world-class artist resid ..read more

June 2023 Uncovering Qatar’s Hidden Beauty Dr. Renee Richer first came to Qatar in 2007, to teach biology at Weill Cornell Medicine in Qatar, a Qatar Foundation partner university. Having grown up in rural America, Dr. Renee has always held an innate appreciation for plants and animals. As a young student, she focused on biological studies and naturally continued down that path throughout her career. During her time in Qatar, Dr. Renee was drawn to the desert landscapes. The more she learnt and experienced, the more she wanted to share with others. She went on to co-author Hidden Beauty, a def ..read more