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Beginning July 28, 2010 all consumers and businesses will see their fixed and mobile line phone numbers expanded by one digit to eight digits in total.

ictQATAR announced on March 28, 2010 that phone numbers in Qatar will be expanded from seven to eight digits, effective Wednesday July 28, 2010.

The market capitalization of the Qatari bourse breached the magical barrier of QR400bn last week.

Major organisations and hotels here joined iconic buildings and landmarks worldwide, standing in darkness for an hour for the cause of the planet. Neon-signs, decorative lights and all non-essential electrical equipment was switched off at public places, private firms, banks, coffee shops and hotels marking Earth Hour at 8:30 pm, yesterday.

Six young Arab researchers from different universities and colleges in Qatar are already demonstrating their potential to change the world. They are the top scoring finalists in the second Undergraduate Research Experiences Programme (UREP) Competition, organised by the Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF), a member of Qatar Foundation.

Qatar’s Jaafer created history by winning the Dubai Kahayla Classic during the Dubai World Cup horse racing at the Meydan Racecourse yesterday.

The Qatar Meat and Livestock Company (Mawashi) hopes to raise livestock locally so meat could be sold at affordable prices in the country.

Qtel yesterday announced the offer on Dawli International Cards, which provide some of the most affordable international calling rates in Qatar, has been extended to April 6.

Three Qatari artistes who have played a key role in nurturing the growth of theatre, film and radio in Qatar, are encouraging people to take part in the Doha Tribeca Film Festival (DTFF) and the country’s growing film industry.