Qatar’s Rights at UN: Qatar wrapped up its interactive dialogue with the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Geneva, with the Minister of State for International Cooperation Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser al-Misnad thanking the committee and saying Qatar will use the concluding observations and recommendations to advance progress. Property Market: Qatar’s real estate sales hit QR2.25bn in July, up 17% from June, as transaction values jumped 66% to an average QR4.64m, with activity bouncing back after registration disruptions. Humanitarian Tech: Qatar’s charitable and humanitarian sector is looking to AI to speed crisis response, improve targeting of vulnerable groups, and measure project impact more effectively. Public Hygiene Standards: Three Doha malls—Al Hazm Mall, Doha Festival City and Mall of Qatar—earned the GCC “Diamond Level” for health-promoting shopping, with hygiene and safety assessments including washroom standards. Sports—FIFA Rift: Qatar challenged the AFC over an open letter attacking FIFA President Gianni Infantino, saying it wasn’t consulted and demanding clarification on who authorised the stance. Beach Volleyball: Qatar won silver at the West Asia Beach Volleyball Championship in Batroun, finishing runners-up to Lebanon. Summer Lifestyle: Marine cruises and water sports are drawing more families and youth, with Old Doha Port and Lusail marinas among key departure points.