The goal of a corruption-free society may still be a long way off. But effective anti-corruption bodies can lead towards societies where those who corrupt public life are exposed and punished, according to Theresa Hamilton of Australia's Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).

Even as a controversy is raging about the shortage of seats in the Independent Schools, several school operators have put the blame on the Public Works Authority (Ashghal ) for delaying construction of new school buildings.

In what is a crucial match for both Group 1 teams, scores of Australian fans are expected in town for what will be the first ever clash between the two teams on Qatar soil.

BY RAYNALD RIVERA

FYI, ILQ is proud to mention that we were the FIRST source in Qatar to mention this two days ago.

The Public Guards Department under the Ministry of Interior has been monitoring the activities of private security companies to prevent any violation of regulations and to ensure the implementation of security procedures at work sites.

On June 15, Sheraton Doha Resort and Convention Hotel pays tribute to the world's greatest dads with specials to be served at the thematic La Veranda Restaurant and the fine Al Shaheen Restaurant.

The National Health Authority (NHA) is planning to introduce 24 hour helicopter emergency medical service in Qatar beginning September.

Qatar is to freeze the prices of four basic construction materials for three years, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister H E Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem bin Jabor Al Thani told businessmen here yesterday.