{
  "id": 12393122,
  "title": "Katara inspires young explorers during World Space Week 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/katara-inspires-young-explorers-during-world-space-week-2026",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T13:32:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/06/10/2026/katara-inspires-young-explorers-during-world-space-week-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar - The Katara Cultural Village is currently hosting World Space Week 2026 at the Al Thuraya Planetarium, as part of its ongoing mission to spark scientific and astronomical curiosity among children and young individuals. The events, held in partnership with World Space Week Qatar, Es'hailSat, and the Centre for Ambassadors of the Sustainable Development Goals, take place daily from 4pm to 7pm.\n\nVisitors to the Al Thuraya Planetarium can expect a comprehensive scientific and educational experience, featuring astronomy shows, science films, hands-on workshops, interactive activities, and exploration challenges. The planetarium aims to provide an opportunity for the public to explore the mysteries of space, planets, and the solar system in an engaging, accessible manner.\n\nKatara's commitment to expanding its cultural and educational programs to encompass science, astronomy, and innovation is evident in these events. They seek to create interactive learning spaces that will inspire the next generation to delve into these fields, ask questions, and embark on their own journeys of discovery.\n\nOne highlight of the program is the Es'hailSat's \"Rocket Challenge\" workshop, which offers participants a hands-on experience combining knowledge, challenge, and innovation. In addition, the week features interactive exploration challenges, a photo area, and a screening of \"The Little Perfect Planet\" on Tuesday, alongside the interactive presentation \"Journey to the Planets,\" the \"Design Your Planet\" workshop, and the \"Little Space Engineer\" workshop.\n\nThe final day of the event will be filled with activities and workshops, including the \"From Manuscript to Space: We Have Mohammed\" workshop and the \"Launch Power: Principles of Propulsion and Force\" workshop. These sessions will introduce participants to fundamental principles of physics related to rocket motion and launch in a friendly, easy-to-understand format.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha: Katara Cultural Village is hosting World Space Week 2026 at Al Thuraya Planetarium as part of its ongoing efforts to promote scientific and astronomical awareness and encourage children and young people to take an interest in space science through a range of activities that combine knowledge, hands-on learning, and entertainment.</p> <p>Held in collaboration with World Space Week Qatar,…",
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}