In a nation deeply rooted in Islam, worshipers from other faiths find community in a government-sanctioned island of Christianity on the outskirts of Doha.
Category: Foreign Workers
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At Qatar’s Church City, Sunday Comes on Friday
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A Mural Celebrated Migrant Workers. When the World Cup Began, It Was Gone.
The New York Times – Sports:A mosaic of photographs once decorated Qatar’s showpiece stadium in Lusail. Now a V.I.P. entrance sits beside the spot.
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A Migrant’s Desperate Day Chasing Work at the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:Qatar’s preparations for soccer’s biggest championship created years of jobs for foreign migrants. But now that’s it is here, the work has dried up.
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On Fox Sports, Viewers Get a World Cup Scrubbed of Controversy
The New York Times – Sports:Other broadcasters are questioning Qatar’s treatment of migrant workers and its laws against homosexuality. Fox Sports’ coverage, heavily sponsored by Qatar, is focused on the matches.
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Why the World Cup in Qatar Brings Fans Joy and Anxiety
The New York Times – Sports:Two things can be true at the same time: The World Cup will dazzle fans and also make them dizzy over the human rights issues where the event is staged.
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In Asian Town, Workers Who Built the World Cup Gather to Watch It
The New York Times – Sports:Qatar’s big show would not have been possible without migrant workers. On Sunday, thousands gathered to gaze at some of their work.
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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.