Day: June 12, 2024

A Chinese-developed robot has completed its first burying of a seabed cable as part of an offshore wind energy project, representing another breakthrough in the country’s drive to boost the development of deep-sea robots and wind power facilities.

The seabed cable and pipeline burying tractor, named Taurus, laid cables off the coast of the city of Zhanjiang, south China’s Guangdong Province, in late May this year, according to its developer Sealien (Guangzhou) Technology.

Such remote-controlled tractors are expected to facilitate the construction of offshore wind farms by exempting human workers from having to operate in the complicated deep-sea environment.

These robots move by way of caterpillar tracks and are designed to operate at a maximum depth of 500 meters.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Apple revealed important updates to the battery health feature on iPhones and other charging settings within the new operating system, iOS 18.

The new changes include adding multiple options to stop charging at a certain level for iPhone 15 users, in addition to a special notification when using a slow charger.

The only option that was available previously was to stop charging at 80% of the battery capacity; However, iOS 18 now provides additional options to stop charging at higher levels of 85%, 90%, and 95%.

This feature works to protect the iPhone battery from overcharging, which leads to extending battery life. The system also offers another new feature that can alert users if they are using a slow charger to charge their phones.

Apple is expected to publish more information about these updates when iOS 18 is launched to the public next fall.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Doha: The Qatari Youth Hostels announced the launch of the third edition of the training program in tourism guidance.

Registration for the third edition for the age group from 18 to 30 years was opened on Wednesday, and will continue until July 11, through the Qatari Youth Hostels accounts on various platforms.

This edition comes in collaboration with the Qatar National Museum (QNM), the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), the Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani Museum, and Qatar Tourism (QT), where each will provide a special training course on its own tourist guiding skills, and the participant who will attend and complete the four courses will obtain a tour guide license approved by Qatar Tourism (QT).

The third edition of the training program in tourism guidance is being organized after the success of the previous two editions, which established a base of Qatari guides who have contributed significantly by hosting delegations from various countries of the world and providing them with tourist tours throughout t
he country from the 2022 World Cup until today.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Bethlehem – Ma’an – The Palestinian Meteorological Department expects that the effect of the hot and dry air mass on the country will increase on Thursday, so the weather will be very hot and dry in most areas, and there will be another rise in temperatures so that they become higher than their general annual average by about 9 degrees Celsius, and it will be Winds are northwesterly, light to moderate speed, and the sea has light waves.

In the evening and night hours: The weather is clear and warm in most areas, the winds are northwesterly, light to moderate speed, and the sea is of low wave height.

Friday 06/14/2024: The hot and dry air mass continues to affect the country, so the weather will be very hot and dry in most areas.

Temperatures will rise slightly, becoming about 10 degrees Celsius above their general annual average. Winds will be northwesterly, light to moderate speed, and the sea will be light in height.

Saturday 06/15/2024: The hot and dry air mass continues to affect the country, so the w
eather is very hot and dry in most areas, and there is a slight drop in temperatures while remaining higher than their general annual average by about 9 degrees Celsius, and the winds are light to moderate northwesterly. The speed is sometimes brisk, and the sea is light.

Sunday 06/16/2024: The hot and dry air mass continues to affect the country, so the weather will be very hot and dry in most areas, and there will be another slight drop in temperatures, while remaining higher than their general annual average by about 7 degrees Celsius, and the winds will be westerly to northwesterly. Light to moderate sea speed and light waves.

Meteorologists warn citizens of the danger of:

1- Exposure to direct sunlight for a long period, especially during peak hours.

2- The danger of starting a fire in areas where there are many grasses and dry trees.

Source: Maan News Agency

Doha: Qatar Museums (QM) has unveiled displays at Place Vendome in Lusail as part of Art for Stories a new initiative to engage the public with QM’s diverse collection and the stories that exist within it.

On view from the Museum of Islamic Art’s collection are some of its most prized artefacts, including a gem-set enamelled gold falcon, steel war mask, and astrolabe. On each display plinth is a prompt, asking visitors to reflect on the piece and inviting them to scan a QR code to learn more.

Shaika Al Nassr, the Director of the Museum of Islamic Art said “Art of Stories is an excellent way to generate more awareness around our magnificent collection and share it with the wider public outside of the museum’s walls. We are proud to be partnering with Place Vendome in this exciting new initiative, which will undoubtedly inspire everyone to come and explore what we have on offer.”

Source: Qatar News Agency

Jerusalem – Together – The Jerusalem Governorate Electricity Company completed new projects in the Jericho, Al-Aghwar and Jerusalem governorates at a cost exceeding 800 thousand shekels.

In the industrial zone in Jericho and Al-Aghwar Governorate, the Jerusalem Company completed a project to extend two underground high-pressure circuits with a length of 1,600 meters from ‘the Industrial Cities Junction towards the air network that was renovated and converted into a double circuit with a length of 800 metres.’

The old electrical network was also rehabilitated and the Industrial Cities station was connected to the Maghats station to accommodate loads during the peak period, reduce problems and outages, and improve the performance of the electrical network and the quality of electrical services in the region, at a cost of 540 thousand shekels and with self-financing.

In the towns of Hizma and Anata in the Jerusalem Governorate, the company completed the rehabilitation of the high-voltage line from Anata Junct
ion to the town of Hizma and built a double circuit instead of the old circular columns, in addition to renovating a 2.5 km long aerial network and converting it into a double circuit, at a cost of about 375 thousand shekels.

The project aims to connect the two circuits coming from Al-Ram station to Hizma with the two circuits coming from Khan Al-Ahmar to Anata, renewing the aerial network, improving the reliability of electrical current in the villages of East Jerusalem, reducing future problems, and improving the quality of electrical services there.

The Jerusalem Governorate Electricity Company confirmed the continuation of developing its services to provide high-quality electricity in all concession areas, in line with the vision of the company’s general management.

Source: Maan News Agency

Doha: The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara announced on Wednesday a series of events and performances to celebrate Eid Al Adha, starting Sunday.

In a statement, Katara revealed that audiences will be treated to a variety of musical and theatrical performances, including a play titled “The Garden of Dreams.” Additionally, there will be performances by groups from China, Syria, Morocco, Jordan, and several African countries, along with the traditional Qatari ardha dance and a show by the Police Music Band.

The Eid Al Adha program will also feature a wide range of art workshops for children, including drawing, coloring, crafts, and origami workshops.

Katara will distribute ‘Eidiyah’ (Eid gifts) to visitors in their cars at designated points around Katara’s streets. Astronomy enthusiasts can look forward to a series of 3D movies in Arabic and English on the second day of Eid. Over the three days of Eid, the public will also enjoy nightly fireworks displays along the Katara Corniche, starting at 10 PM and l
asting for ten minutes.

Additionally, art exhibitions such as “Resilience” in Building 18, Gallery 2, and “Summer 2” in Building 13 will remain open to visitors from 10 AM to 10 PM. Katara Beach will also offer a special family-friendly atmosphere for those who enjoy the seaside.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Jerusalem – Ma’an – Today, Wednesday, dozens of settlers carried out massive incursions into the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque, in what is called the ‘Biblical Feast of Weeks’ (the Descent of the Torah).

Immediately after the start of the morning raids at seven in the morning, settlers’ raids on Al-Aqsa began in successive groups, through the Mughariba Gate, the keys of which have been controlled by the occupation authorities since the occupation of Jerusalem.

More than 500 settlers stormed Al-Aqsa and prayed there.

Dozens of settlers also stormed Al-Buraq Square to perform collective prayers there during today’s hours.

The settlers also organized tours of the gates of Al-Aqsa from the outside.

The groups and organizations of the alleged structure had called for mass storming of Al-Aqsa today.

Source: Maan News Agency

Doha: Qatar Museums will host various festive activities in celebration of Eid Al Adha. In the lead up to the occasion, the National Museum of Qatar will run a series of workshops to engage families with the world of art and culture and build the festive spirit; and Dadu, Childrens Museum of Qatar is organizing two days of activities over the public holiday, titled “From Our Family to Yours: Eid Joy and Celebrations”.

The National Museum of Qatar will organize today the “Eid Paper Outfit Workshop” for families to design personalized outfits out of paper and prepare to celebrate this joyous occasion; in addition to the “Eid through your lens” activity for families to come and express creativity and celebrate the joy of Eid together, by drawing Eid through their own lens.

On Thursday, the National Museum of Qatar will host the “Lucky Bird Storytelling”, followed by a fun hands-on activity of the sheep of Eid Al Adha.

Dadu: Childrens Museum of Qatars activities will take place on June 17 and 18 at the Nationa
l Museum of Qatar. The activities include the “Glowing Eid Cards” activity which sparks curiosity and interest in science and encourages creative expression.

Dadu: Childrens Museum of Qatar will also host the “Bottle Harp” activity which encourages children to use their imagination and repurposed materials to make a musical instrument; in addition to the “Sing-along” to learn about new local songs, the “Gasaa” activity for henna design, which fosters hand-eye coordination and leaves room for children to make choices and express their creativity, the “Sheep Obstacle Race” activity, the “Family Nest Building” which explores creativity and family crafting, and the “Kaaba and Puppets” activity through which children can learn the values of Hajj and how to perform rituals linked with Kaaba.

Source: Qatar News Agency

Hebron – Together – The Director of the Al-Quds Open University branch in Hebron, Dr. Muhammad Al-Haroub, received the President of the Plastic Industries Union and a member of the Board of Directors of the Hebron Governorate Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Kamel Al-Zir Al-Husseini, and the Economic Advisor and Member of the Board of Directors of the Hebron Chamber, Ahmed Hassouna, with the aim of enhancing ways of joint cooperation.

The meeting took place in the presence of Academic Assistant A. Abdel Moneim Maraqa and a number of members of the academic and administrative bodies in the branch.

Dr. welcomed. Al-Haroub welcomed the visiting delegation, expressing his compassion for the martyrs and denouncing the aggression against our people in all the governorates of the country. He conveyed to them the greetings of the university’s presidency and its board of trustees, stressing that Al-Quds Open University places all its capabilities in serving the people of our Palestinian people. He also stressed the
relationship of partnership with the chambers of commerce in all the governorates of the country. Because they represent an important segment of society, praising their role in promoting economic development by all means and methods and contributing to strengthening the resilience of our people in the face of all challenges.

The delegation emphasized the strength of the relationship between the Hebron Governorate Chamber and the Plastic Industries Union, with universities and Al-Quds Open University, and the scholarships and assistance they provide to students in light of the difficult economic conditions that our Palestinian people are going through.

During the meeting, they talked about the importance of coordination between the chamber and the university on many topics of interest to students, the most important of which is honing graduates with the skills needed by the labor market.

The two sides agreed to intensify meetings between the relevant departments, to identify needs, and develop a plan to imp
lement programs that benefit our society in Hebron Governorate and the country in general.

Source: Maan News Agency