A Century after Vincent Van Gogh painted his famous Olive Trees, experts have found a little hidden tenant in the paint. Expert Mary Schafer at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in…
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At the heart of Education City, Doha, the long-awaited Qatar National Library finally opened its doors to the public. After five long years, the Qatar National Library in Education City is…
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While experts are suggesting people trading in toilet paper for wet wipes, Arabs say it’s time you meet the shatafa. Earlier this week, a headline on The Independent read: “stop using…
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Eating fermented sour herring might seem like a bad idea to you, but in Sweden they love their foul-scented surstromming. There are many odd things about the people of Sweden, but…
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The US Embassy in Doha will be celebrating the 3rd Discover America Festival throughout November. This is what’s happening: All sorts of events and activities will be happening all over Doha…
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75 years after the death of Itigilov Lama, the Russian monk who passed away while in deep meditation, his body shows no signs of decay. The mysterious body of Dashi-Dorzho Itigelov…
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Also known as Tlachihualtepetl (made-by-hand mountain), the Great Pyramid of Cholula, Mexico, is the world’s largest pyramid. We all know the Great Pyramid of Giza to be the largest in the…
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These 5 mysterious artifacts have left scientists baffled and confused. Covered in mystery, suspicion and disbelief, what are they exactly? Most times, relics and artifacts help us understand the past more…
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Researchers in Sweden have found reason to believe that Vikings were influenced by early Islam according to garments. More recent inspections of woven silk from ancient graves dating back to the…
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Travelling abroad anytime soon? These gifts from Qatar will make perfect souvenirs for friends and family. Needless to say, never arrive somewhere empty handed. Whether you’re travelling abroad or going back…