What to do in Doha

Paying for apps usually comes down to two choices. Pay for a full year upfront and save, or pay monthly and spend more over time. Apple makes that choice easier with a new option that splits a yearly plan into monthly payments, with the same annual price. Annual subscriptions usually come with better pricing, but paying for a full year in one go isn’t always easy, especially for expensive apps. Monthly plans solve that problem, but they cost more. Here’s how the new option from Apple works: You sign up for a yearly subscription The total is divided into 12...

Shakira is officially back in her FIFA World Cup era, and football fans already know what that means for summer playlists. The Colombian superstar just teased fans on Instagram with a brand-new anthem called Dai Dai. The track dropped on May 14 ahead of the tournament and features Nigerian singer Burna Boy. The catchy chant already feels impossible to get out of your head before the tournament even begins. For a lot of people, Shakira’s music and the World Cup practically go hand in hand at this point. Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) became one of football’s most recognizable...

Three of Meta's biggest apps are getting upgrades. Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp now have Plus subscription plans with extra features and customisation options. Let's take a look at what each plan offers and how much it costs. Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus: Features and Price Instagram remains one of Meta's most popular apps, and the company is putting most of the new features there. So, what do you get if you decide to upgrade your account? Story rewatch statistics Stories that stay up longer than 24 hours Posting to profiles and highlights without appearing in followers' feeds Super Heart animated...

If you’ve ever hesitated before asking an AI assistant something personal, WhatsApp is about to release a new feature that might make those chats feel a lot more comfortable. Incognito Chat is a new private mode for AI conversations on WhatsApp and Meta AI app. The feature focuses on privacy, especially for people using AI for sensitive topics like finances, health questions, work issues, or personal decisions. According to Meta, conversations inside Incognito Chat stay completely private. The company says nobody else can view the chats, including the company itself. Messages are not stored, and chats disappear automatically by default....

The UFC is set to make its long-awaited debut in Qatar! On November 22, 2025, the action-packed UFC Fight Night will take place at the Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena in Doha. This marks a historic moment, as Qatar becomes the 32nd country to host a UFC event. If you’ve ever wanted to see UFC action live, this is your chance to witness some of the best fighters in the world going head-to-head. Fans in Doha can expect a Saturday night full of intense action. The headline bout features two top lightweight contenders, Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker, both making...

Thinking about a beach holiday, train rides through tea hills, or a tropical escape? Here’s a summer gift from Sri Lanka: tourist ETA is now free for visitors from 40 countries, including GCC nations and India. The ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) allows to stay in Sri Lanka for up to 30 days. Tourists can also enter the country twice within the same 30-day validity period starting from the first arrival date. Anyone planning to stay longer can apply for a visa extension after arrival. All ETA fees paid before May 25 are non-refundable. Countries included in the free Sri Lanka...

If you’re looking for a quiet day away from the crowds in Doha, Umm Bab Beach might be exactly what you need. Located on the western coast near Dukhan, this hidden gem in Qatar combines turquoise water, desert dunes, and long open shoreline. It has become one of the more popular natural places in Qatar for day trips and quiet weekends. Umm Bab Beach is around 80 km from Doha and easy to reach through Salwa Road. Parking is available near the main beach entrances, and public access to the beach is free. It's a great place for camping, barbecues,...

Qatar has officially announced the Eid Al Adha 2026 holiday schedule for ministries, government entities, and public institutions. Here are the confirmed dates for the upcoming break: Holiday dates: Tuesday, May 26 to Saturday, May 30 Official work resumes on Sunday, May 31 Holiday schedules for Qatar Central Bank employees, banks, and financial institutions supervised by the central bank and Qatar Financial Markets Authority will be announced separately. If you’re still planning how to spend the long weekend, check out things to do during Eid Al Adha in Qatar 2026 for ideas on activities, family outings, and places to visit...

The FIFA World Cup always takes over everything else happening that year. Now the 2026 edition has a huge surprise for music fans too. Nobody knows yet which national teams will battle for the trophy in the final, but FIFA has just revealed who’s taking the stage for the halftime show and the lineup is massive. BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will co-headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show on July 19 at New York-New Jersey Stadium. Shakira is also returning to the World Cup with brand-new music. The singer released a new FIFA anthem called Dai Dai on...

If you use WhatsApp and want better visuals and a few extra features, you might get that soon. It looks like a premium version called WhatsApp Plus is now in testing. The feature has been spotted in the Android beta version of the app, where a limited number of users can already try it. Right now, it's only available to a small group of Android beta users. There’s no iOS version yet, and no confirmed date for a wider release. Here’s what’s currently included in this version: Premium stickers Custom themes Custom app icons More pinned chats Premium ringtones Extra...