French-Japanese Duo Kagan and Soai Win Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Stockholm, October 07 (QNA) - The Nobel Prize-awarding body announced today that French scientist Henri Kagan and Japan’s Kenso Soai have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry in recognition of research that helped solve a longstanding puzzle involving molecules that exist in two mirror-image forms, and provided important tools for designing chemical reactions used in the manufacture of medicines.

Qatar Media Corporation, Ooredoo Sign Cooperation Agreement

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) and Ooredoo Qatar have signed an agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two organizations and supporting their shared objectives amid rapid technological advancements.

Oman to Host 4th International Conference on Environmental Microbiology

Muscat, October 07 (QNA) - Oman will host the 4th International Conference on Environmental Microbiology and Its Applications in Biotechnology on Monday, bringing together researchers, academics, and graduate students from 28 countries alongside 12 keynote speakers.

Qatar Charity Launches Humanitarian Bridge from Qatar to Sudan

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a humanitarian bridge from the State of Qatar to the Republic of Sudan, in partnership with Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and Aspetar, a specialized orthopedic and sports medicine hospital.

Qatar PHCC Promotes Safer Workplaces as It Marks Global Ergonomics Month

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar's Primary Health Care Corporation is marking Global Ergonomics Month throughout October, with a campaign focused on creating safer workplaces, preventing musculoskeletal disorders and improving employee wellbeing and performance.

Qatar Charity Signs Agreement to Perform Cataract Surgeries for 100 Beneficiaries in Tunisia

Tunis, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Charity's office in Tunisia signed a cooperation agreement with the Hedi Rais Institute of Ophthalmology in Tunis to implement a health project providing cataract surgery for 100 beneficiaries, as part of efforts to support the health sector and facilitate access to specialized medical services.

Education Minister Says Attracting Top Talent Is Key to Strengthen the Sector

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - HE Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater emphasized that attracting the wealth of talent in the nation, primarily citizens, those born in the country, and residents, is a foremost priority for the ministry so as to turbocharge the educational sector.

Over 12,000 People Expected to Apply for Qatar's Hajj 2027, Says Awqaf Official

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - More than 12,000 people are expected to register for Qatar's 2027 Hajj season, according to the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs.

Qatar Campaign Promotes Ethical Values Among School Students

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - A campaign promoting ethical values and positive behavior among school students is expanding to schools across Qatar, organizers said.

Ministry of Culture to Host Musical Evening This Saturday

Doha, October 06 (QNA) - The Music Affairs Center under the Ministry of Culture will host the inaugural performance of the "Maqam" Choir this coming Saturday at Dukhan Theater in the Ministry of Culture, featuring an a cappella vocal showcase.

Al Shafallah Center Hosts Innovative Projects Exhibition

Doha, October 06 (QNA) - Al Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities, in collaboration with the Qatar Scientific Club (QSC), organized an exhibition showcasing the winning projects from the "Shafallah Hackathon" to mark World Cerebral Palsy Day.

Qatar Photography Center Highlights Alaska's Wildlife

Doha, October 06 (QNA) - The Qatar Photography Center under the Ministry of Culture is hosting a solo exhibition featuring 43 photographs taken at Katara's Katmai National Park in Alaska by Qatari photographer Khalifa Al Mansouri at Katara's Building 18, running through November 4.