Hey Qatar! This week’s newsletter is full of inspiring moments, exciting cultural highlights, and future dreams coming to life. From the exclusive QEF dinner hosted by H.H. The Emir and H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa ✨ to the upcoming Art Mill Museum 🎨 - we’re bringing you all the must-know updates on Qatar’s creative journey. Plus, catch the buzz from top global thinkers and architects shaping the nation’s future. Let’s dive in! 👇

NEWS

🎨 5 Qatari Women Who Shone At Egypt’s ‘Empower Her’ Art Forum!

• 🎭 Five super talented Qatari women joined a huge lineup of 200+ artists from 35+ countries at the stunning Grand Egyptian Museum — showing off Qatar’s creative flair on a global stage.

• Hanadi Al Darwish, Haifa Al Khuzaei, Wadha Al Sulaiti, Suad Al Salem, and Maryam Al Mousa each brought their own unique style, celebrating Qatar’s rich culture and traditions in vibrant ways.

• 💪 Wadha’s artwork stood out for highlighting the strength and beauty of Qatari women — and it’s extra special since this was Qatar’s very first time joining the forum!

• 🪵 Suad impressed with her wood-engraved paintings that tell powerful, personal stories about women’s lives — connecting deeply with everyone who saw them.

• 🌍 This wasn’t just an art show — it was a lively celebration of culture, stories, and female empowerment, bringing artists and ideas together from all over the world.

NEWS

🚀 Qatari Students Shine Bright with Amazing Wins at Intel ISEF 2025

• 🎓 Qatar’s young innovators made a big splash on the global stage at Intel ISEF 2025, showing off smart projects that tackle real-world challenges.

• 🚁 Nawaf Al-Amri and Khalid Al-Sulaiti designed a clever drone system to detect dangerous gas leaks — earning them 4th place in a fierce international competition!

• 🔬 Ali Al Hammadi and Fahad Al Tamimi researched bacterial contamination in artesian wells, a key public health issue, and took home 4th place plus a special award from Qatar’s Research and Innovation Council.

• 📱 Aya bint Nabil explored how social media impacts stress, a super relevant topic today, and won a full university scholarship from the Saudi Mawhiba Foundation.

• 👏 These bright minds prove that with passion and support, Qatar’s future in science, tech, and health is brighter than ever!

LOVIN FAVES

🎉 Weekend Watchlist: 6 Events You Won’t Want To Miss Out On In Qatar!

Looking for weekend plans in Qatar? Here are 6 awesome events you don’t want to miss! 🎉👇

• 6️⃣ Abaya Rally 2025 – Elegance meets adrenaline with chic cars and inspiring women drivers.

  🗓 May 24 | 🕕 6 PM onwards | 🎟 QR500 Drive Pass📍 Lusail International Circuit

• 5️⃣ Geekend Qatar – Gamers, cosplayers, and anime fans, this is your playground with merch, meetups, and more!

  🗓 May 22-24 | 🕒 3 PM – 11 PM | 🎟 QR25 daily pass📍 Geekdom Building, Lusail Boulevard

• 4️⃣ QNB One For All – Family fun with sports and games for everyone, plus some surprises!

  🗓 May 23 | 🕖 7 PM | 🎟 Register on QSFA app📍 Lusail Circuit

• 3️⃣ Lebnan Yoghanni (Lebanon Sings) – A magical night of iconic Lebanese voices under the stars.

  🗓 May 22 | 🎟 QR995 front row / QR395 VIP / QR195 general📍 QNCC Halls 5 & 6

• 2️⃣ Amir Cup Final 2025 – Big energy, packed stadium, fireworks — the football event you can’t miss!

  🗓 May 24 | 🕖 7 PM | 🎟 Grab your tickets now📍 Khalifa International Stadium

• 1️⃣ Tajheezat Eid Al-Adha Expo – Your one-stop Eid shopping spot for décor, gifts, and outfits to get festive.
  🗓 May 24 – June 6 | Free entry📍 South of Katara Cultural Village

Whatever you choose, make it an epic weekend! Don’t forget to tag Lovin Doha in your snaps! 📸✨

NEWS

✨H.H The Emir and H.E Sheikha Al Mayassa Hosted QEF Dinner At Old Doha Port

• 🎉 The dinner brought together influential global figures from business, politics, culture, and the arts.

• 🌟 It showcased Qatar’s commitment to fostering a vibrant and innovative creative economy.

• 🏛️ The event took place at the future site of the Art Mill Museum, highlighting Qatar’s cultural renaissance.

• 🎤 Thought leaders like Hans Ulrich Obrist, Alejandro Aravena, and Lina Ghotmeh shared insights on architecture and culture.

• 🤝 The dinner symbolized the powerful connection between economic development and cultural ambition in Qatar.

• 🌍 Guests enjoyed a night of inspiring conversations that blend heritage with forward-thinking creativity.

• 🎨 The Art Mill Museum is set to open in 2030, promising to be a landmark for modern and contemporary art.

• 🌳 The museum will feature a serene public garden, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of Doha.
  

🍿 Sharable bits and tips! 

• Travis Scott gave us chills that still won’t quit! 🔥

• Skipping cardio? Not when you’re in Qatar! 💪

• Royalty showed up and stole the spotlight with their cheers! 👑📣

• Wherever Afra goes, the Cannes red carpet follows! ✨💃

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