{
  "id": 3269435,
  "title": "National Archives of Qatar to launch \"Beyond the Court\" exhibition on Thursday",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/national-archives-of-qatar-to-launch-beyond-the-court-exhibition-on-3269435",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T13:09:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/731859/qatar/national-archives-of-qatar-to-launch-beyond-the-court-exhibition-on-thursday"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Archives of Qatar, in collaboration with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), is set to unveil the Beyond the Court exhibition on Thursday at the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara). This exhibition, running until March 27, 2027, provides a comprehensive and interactive exploration of basketball's history and its global significance, with a focus on the sport's journey to Qatar.\n\nThe exhibition showcases a variety of archival materials, historical memorabilia, and interactive activities that allow visitors to delve into key milestones in basketball's development and legacy. It also delves into the history of basketball in Qatar, featuring recorded interviews with influential figures who played significant roles in the sport's growth within the country. These interviews, part of an oral history project, capture the testimonies and memories of these individuals regarding pivotal moments in basketball's evolution.\n\nThe primary objective of the Beyond the Court exhibition is to enhance public awareness of basketball's rich history and to forge a connection between the sport's global legacy and its development in Qatar. This initiative is part of Qatar's broader preparations to host the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, emphasizing the country's commitment to the sport and its cultural significance.",
  "summary": "National Archives of Qatar, in cooperation with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), will launch the \"Beyond the Court\" exhibition this Thursday at the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara)....",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Peninsula Qatar",
        "title": "National Archives of Qatar to launch 'Beyond the Court' exhibition on Thursday",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/national-archives-of-qatar-to-launch-beyond-the-court-exhibition-on",
        "published": "2026-08-25T12:07:41.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}