Omanis tell tales of survival
It was in April 1994. The plane carrying the then Rwandan president Juvenal Habyarimana was shot down, and what ensued was mayhem and massacre, the worst genocide the world has ever witnessed when the...
There is no need to rush during Eid
There is a need for commuters to take extra care on the roads as tired drivers increase the risk of crashes during Eid. In the next four days of Eid al Fitr holidays, the roads are likely to witness...
Eid al Fitr holiday mood set with shopping
Following the announcement of Eid al Fitr holidays, excitement was seen all over the country with elaborate preparations taking place few days before the day, involving shopping, planning outings and...
Oman great partner for making peace in Yemen
Tim Lenderking, US Special Envoy for Yemen, on Wednesday, said that the attacks by Ansar Allah are undermining the progress in the peace process in the broader Yemeni conflict while underscoring the...
Time for self-reflection
Ramadhan gives us time to give ourselves a mental break and to temporarily forget about the hundreds of worries and stresses we are constantly bombarded with.In hectic times, this is the valuable time...
Eid al Fitr likely on April 10 as per astronomical data
Excitement about Eid al Fitr — the first day of which is most likely to fall on April 10 in the Sultanate of Oman as per astronomical data — has begun building up.Abdulwahab al Busaidy, Head of...
Oman on right track in combatting human trafficking
The Sultanate of Oman continues its relentless efforts to combat human trafficking as it was one of the first countries to enact legislation to eliminate this menace. Oman recognises human trafficking...
Time to stop this humanitarian catastrophe: Sayyid Badr
Muscat: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidy, Foreign Minister, called for the need to compensate the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip for the loss of innocent lives and those affected by the Israeli war...
Let’s make the coming Ramadhan free of food waste
Ramadhan, the month of fasting and prayers, starts next week. But I am worried about food wastage. I may not have any control over what people prepare in their homes for iftar, but through this...
Omani doctor in Gaza spreads hope amid war
An Omani surgeon, Dr Aiman al Salmi who works at Khoula Hospital, is currently at the European Hospital in Gaza to provide much-needed medical assistance to the wounded amidst the ongoing conflict.Dr...
Why is getting a driver’s licence so expensive?
Paying driving instructors extra on the day of a test and, in particular, on passing has always been a common practice. The extra is said to compensate for the time the instructor lost waiting for...
American Red Cross honours Oman resident
Oman resident Syed Shaandar Ali Shah Bukhari, a marketing professional and social welfare worker, was honoured by the American Red Cross for his heroic actions that saved the life of an Omani citizen...
Oman's strategic neutrality is a beacon of peace and mediation
Oman has distinguished itself as a peacemaker and mediator, making it a role model for peaceful coexistence with the world. In this regard, Oman's role is crucial, and a simple 'thank you' is...
Huge potential for Omanis to tap delivery services market
As Oman sees a significant rise in e-commerce business, there seems to be a huge demand for delivery jobs in the country, hence a good scope for young Omanis to take up the opportunities.The Ministry...
Oman's present development wipes out past hardships
Looking at Oman today, it is difficult to believe that the country was once upon a time a place with hardships as development has seen no barriers in just five decades.This is much evident everywhere...
‘Young age’ no longer means a healthy life
Age, in today’s world, is not the reason behind several health disorders that many are experiencing. Be it the elderly or the youth, the majority are struggling with one condition or the other.Gone...
Football fever grips Oman
From giant projector screens at cafes to television sets at homes, Asian Cup fever has gripped the nation as the much-awaited match between Oman and Saudi Arabia kicks off on Tuesday evening.Cafes...
THANK YOU, YOUR MAJESTY
As the Sultanate of Oman celebrates four years of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s rule today, his leadership has inspired every Omani who pray for him for the many good deeds he has done for...
Beware of quishing
QR code helps us to scan restaurant menus, pay for products or services online and offline and access websites with greater ease. But experts have expressed concern over the ease with which unknown QR...
Omanisation gathers steam
The government’s job Omanisation efforts is progressing in earnest and the Ministry of Labour (MoL) has in recent past intensified a long-standing programme to create employment opportunities for...