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Hundreds of staff at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation began a one-day strike Wednesday, the first walkout in 20 years, ‌over pay and working conditions, disrupting live ​news coverage at ‌the public broadcaster.Live programming was diverted to ‌content ⁠from the ‌UK broadcaster BBC when the ‌strike began at 11:00am (0000 GMT).Flagship programmes on ⁠TV and radio were also expected to be replaced by reruns during the 24-hour strike.**media[429069]**It comes after months of pay negotiations between staff and management. The majority of ABC staff this week rejected the latest offer of a ​10% pay rise over three years and a A$1,000 ($700) bonus for ongoing and fixed-term staff.One-third of the ‌ABC's 4,500 staff are ⁠unionised. Around 1,000 ​people voted in favour of taking ​industrial action after talks failed.The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance union said the offer was below inflation and failed to ensure secure work conditions. The A$1,000 bonus also excluded casual staff members, the union said."ABC staff are taking this step because they want fair pay that keeps up with the cost of living, genuine ‌job security, and working ‌conditions that allow them ⁠to continue serving the Australian public with integrity," ⁠Chief Executive ⁠Erin Madeley said.ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks said the strike was "very unfortunate"."It is not a great time for our teams to be out. There is a lot of things happening in the world," Marks told ​ABC Radio."We will be using BBC content where that's appropriate and where that's available to us. We will be maintaining services but they won't be of the standard that I would like to be on air."He said the offer given to staff was "fair and reasonable" and above inflation when ‌the bonus ​was counted. 

The Qatar Media Corporation has announced the launch of Qatar Qur'an Channel on the first day of the upcoming holy month of Ramadan, expanding its portfolio of specialised broadcasting.The new television channel will focus on airing recitations of the Holy Qur'an around the clock as part of efforts to promote purposeful religious media and broaden specialised content in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.His Excellency CEO of Qatar Media Corporation, Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz bin Jassim al-Thani described the initiative as a strategic step within the organisation's plan to expand targeted thematic channels. He said the channel reflects the corporation's commitment to delivering high-quality Qur'anic content and contributing to the dissemination of the Qur'an through available media platforms, while reinforcing national identity and values.According to the CEO, preparation teams worked to ensure operational readiness under a detailed plan, including the careful selection of recitations, which were subject to technical and religious review to guarantee quality and accuracy. Appropriate visual production has also been developed to suit the channel's format.The channel will give particular attention to showcasing Qatari reciters, highlighting the country's efforts in serving the Qur'an and presenting distinguished national voices.Director of Qatar TV, Ali Saleh al-Sada said the new outlet would be a qualitative addition to the corporation's network of television and radio channels. He noted that programming will include continuous Qur'an recitations, complete readings (khatmat), and the daily broadcast of Taraweeh prayers during Ramadan with a focus on high audio and visual standards for audiences inside and outside Qatar.The channel will broadcast via two satellites covering the Middle East and North Africa: Arabsat (Badr 8) and Eutelsat (E7WA). It will also be available for live streaming through the Tabie QMC mobile application. Officials said the launch is the result of co-operation across the corporation's departments as well as coordination with the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs.Filming for the channel has featured mosques across Qatar to showcase the country's architectural identity. Abdullah Mohammed al- Buainain, Supervisor of Qatar Qur'an Radio, said the station had dedicated its resources to support the project, including providing recorded recitations by Qatari readers for broadcast on both radio and the new television channel.The launch forms part of Qatar Media Corporation's broader strategy of measured media expansion, highlighting Qatar's contribution to serving the Holy Qur'an, particularly during Ramadan. 

Techno Q, a leader in technology and digital solutions, particularly in the sports sector, has won new government contracts valued at QR62mn.These contracts include the supply, installation, and maintenance of giant screen systems and broadcasting infrastructure in several sports facilities across the country.This achievement is further evidence of the trust that government entities place in Techno Q’s services and its high efficiency in executing vital projects that meet international standards, the company said in its regulatory filing with the Qatar Stock Exchange.It also reflects the country's commitment to developing sports infrastructure and providing an advanced environment that supports both athletes and fans."These projects are not just new contracts; they are a direct contribution to supporting the development of sports in our country and an affirmation of our strategic partners' trust in our capabilities," said Zeyad al-Jaidah, a board member and managing director at Techno Q.Through these projects, Techno Q continues to solidify its position as a key partner in the nation's sports renaissance by providing advanced technological solutions and utilising the latest global systems in display, broadcasting, and lighting.This ensures that it keeps pace with the rapid developments in the sports industry and enhances the experience of fans, the filing said."With increasing national investments in this vital sector, Techno Q looks forward to more future successes and to solidifying its role as a reliable national company that supports the state's efforts in building a comprehensive and sustainable sports system," it added.

Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) has participated in the 62nd Assembly of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU). QMC’s Director of International Co-operation Office Abdullah Ghanem al-Mohannadi led the Qatari delegation to the event held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The assembly addressed the role of media in preserving national and cultural heritage. Qatar’s participation reflects its commitment to introducing the country’s national efforts in the field of media, and opens new prospects for media cooperation between media institutions in the Asia-Pacific region and the State of Qatar.