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Despite reports in the media suggesting that Qatar might not be substantially affected by the unfolding crisis in Dubai, some Qatari banks and corporate entities do have exposure to Dubai, in particular, and the UAE as a whole.

WARNING: of strong wind and high sea offshore.

Municipal officials are launching a crackdown on expatriate women illegally free lancing as beauticians and visiting homes during the current festival season.

Following its announcement on Sunday of major decreases in handset prices in honour of Eid Al Adha, Vodafone announced yesterday that it would be expanding these discounts to include other popular handsets in its portfolio.

The fourth edition of ‘Diyafa’, the sole hospitality trade show in Qatar, promises to raise the bar for the hotel business with a slew of events showing the indispensable role the industry plays to Qatar’s booming economy and reputation as an emerging cultural destination in the world.

Qatar Charity’s convoy of 18 trucks laden with of books and stationery worth QR10m reached Gaza Strip on Tuesday. Qatar’s gift of the educational aid to children in Gaza is the first one in two years.

Get ready for a wet holiday as the Meteorology Department has forecast scattered rains, propelled by unstable weather conditions from tomorrow until Monday. The first rains of the season, accompanied with strong cold winds are expected during this period, the Department said yesterday.

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The weather in Qatar will be fine with slight dust haze and some scattered clouds.

The Department of Meteorology warning that today strong wind and high seas offshore.