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The Afghan children's orchestra plays again
In partnership with Media City
“Music is a powerful force for transforming lives. Music can teach children how to live in peace and harmony. They're responsible to get the necessary skills and knowledge to be able one day to help the country once again.”
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The Exchange
Chocolate, the billion euro industry that tastes good and does good
In partnership with Media City
The cocoa industry is big business, worth billions of euros every year. But is our love for chocolate good for the planet and farmers? We look at how the sector is trying to be more sustainable, fair and teach consumers to be more responsible.
Qatar 365
How has Qatar’s film industry changed over the past decade?
In partnership with Qatar Foundation
The Ajyal Film Festival has been showing off Qatar's local and regional films for nine years. Discover how the country’s film industry has changed to encourage more women and young talent to join the thriving sector.
The Exchange
Will we be hailing taxis from the sky by 2025?
In partnership with Media City
Flying cars sound like something out of a science fiction film, but money is pouring into the development of human-sized drones and cargo-carrying airships. Will flying taxis soon be stopping outside our doors?
Qatar 365
How are Qatar’s traditions and culture inspiring its architecture?
In partnership with Qatar Foundation
From the FIFA World Cup 2022 stadiums to smart cities, we take a look at Qatar’s buildings and what they have to say about the country. We find out how architecture is helping to define the nation’s identity.
The Exchange
Luxury brands find their place in the retail revolution despite the pandemic
In partnership with Media City
Online shopping has increased dramatically in recent years – helped by COVID-19. Many high street shops have been forced to close, but there are signs of a resurgence in demand for physical shopping, particularly amongst luxury brands. The Exchange looks at the direction retail is taking.
The Exchange
From gig economy to WFH — these trends are changing the future of jobs
In partnership with Media City
The job market is changing. Employees are increasingly looking for more flexible hours, varied contracts and different salaries. Working from home and the gig economy are helping people achieve these goals. We speak to specialists in the job field to see what the future for employment holds.
The Exchange
How technology is helping airline businesses bounce back from COVID
In partnership with Media City
From smart screening helmets that use infrared imaging to carry out thermal checks on passengers to a robot that releases ultraviolet-C light in high traffic zones, Hamad International Airport in Qatar is using cutting-edge technology to fight the pandemic.
Sport
Agbegnenou and Grigalashvili shine on day two in Doha
On day two of the 2021 World Judo Masters, our woman of the day was four-time World Champion Clarisse Agbegnenou, who was once again on top form, dispatching her early opponents in the under -63kg category with an incredible display of ura nages.
