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Traditional wooden boats are anchored in front of the Doha skyline on August 19, 2026. (Photo by Mahmud Hams/ AFP) Hot, hazy weather forecast in Qatar this weekend

Doha, Qatar: Hot weather conditions will persist this weekend, with scattered clouds forecast on Friday and Saturday. In its weather forecast for the weekend, the Qatar Meteorology Department said Friday will be slightly dusty and hot during the day, with...

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Leeds, United Kingdom: England's bid to strengthen their grip on the first Test against Pakistan was halted by bad weather as rain delayed...

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