The New York Times – Sports:
In the end, after a tournament shadowed by controversy since the host rights were awarded, Qatar had the turn in the global spotlight it sought.
Category: Doha (Qatar)
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Leaders Mix Sports and Diplomacy at the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Dozens of top officials have flown to Qatar to cheer for teams while talking shop. The event has magnified the tiny Gulf nation’s role as a diplomatic broker.
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The U.S. World Cup Team Is Notably Diverse, but the Pipeline Needs Help
The New York Times – Sports:
In some ways, things haven’t changed much in American soccer.
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Qatar Will Allow Israelis to Fly Directly to Doha for World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
The move fell short of creating formal diplomatic ties between the countries, but it was the latest sign of warming relations between Israel and some Arab governments.
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Will Qatar Be Ready for the World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:
As sports fans prepare to flood the tiny Gulf nation, cranes and loaders are still running hard — as is criticism of Qatar’s human rights record and exploitation of workers.
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Museums Find Value in Sharing Jewels’ History
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The Museum of Islamic Art in Qatar is just one of the institutions that is expanding its exhibit labels and putting more information online.
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In Qatar’s World Cup Summer, the Mercury Rises and the Clock Ticks
The New York Times – Sports:
In any other cycle, the World Cup would be kicking off this month. But the choice of Qatar as host changed everything, just as the World Cup has changed Qatar.
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What to Know About 2022 World Cup Travel to Qatar
The New York Times – Travel:
Tickets are on sale for the world’s most popular sporting event, but concerns over worker exploitation and laws against homosexuality have complicated the decision to attend for some fans.