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While the rising cost of luxury items has forced many in the Sultanate of Oman to change their lifestyles, it may not be a reason for some Muslim families to do away with their tradition of Eid...

As we have now entered the last 10 days of the holy month of Ramadhan, devout Muslims worldwide have embarked on vigorous prayers and worship in all the remaining 10 days, one of which is the Lailatul...

Now in the last days of the holy month of Ramadhan, walkers and joggers trying to stay fit can be seen even in soaring temperatures. Experts encourage exercise but caution about the effect of working...

Ramadhan is going by fast and soon we will see it gone. We wish it lasted forever because the month never fails to uplift spiritually.During Ramadhan, it is important to engage with the Holy Quran...

Qaranqasho, a revered tradition among locals and celebrated by expatriates too, is a special day on the 14th night of the holy month of Ramadhan. This year, the day will be celebrated on Wednesday...

Muscat: Excitement about Eid al Fitr -- the first day of which is most likely to fall on Saturday (April 22) in the Sultanate of Oman as per astronomical data -- is building up with many anticipating...

Health experts have reiterated the importance of getting enough sleep during Ramadhan or face an increased risk of developing health problems such as high blood pressure and diabetes.Ramadhan is one...

Muslims in Ramadhan always turn inwards, much more so than usual during the month. It is the time to seek beauty in every form and part of an attempt for a spiritual renewal. It is an ennobling...

For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic, Muslims this year will mark Ramadhan without fear of the virus in the Sultanate of Oman. They are looking forward to observing the holy month without...

Oman is abuzz with excitement about Ramadhan, the first day of which is likely to fall on Thursday (March 23) the world over, according to astronomical data.Abdulwahab al Busaidy, head of the...

A healthy start for myself. Spanish omelette, boiled baby carrots, steamed potatoes, brown buttered bread, and ginger-flavoured milk tea were set on the table today.As she sat beside me, I immediately...

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on Monday patronised the official opening of the Oman Across Ages Museum in Manah that was built under the Royal orders of late Sultan Qaboos bin Said who laid the...

On a mission to explore the world on a bicycle, 30-year-old Austrian cyclist Jürgen Weiss started a journey from his home country eight months ago. On Wednesday, he landed in Muscat, the Sultanate of...

Having slept for more than ten hours, my body was aching, but I had to get up. Turning right, she was still beside me.“Hey beautiful! What s the time?”She checked her phone and told me it was 2:30...

Behind every successful man is a woman. That is passé. When women of a community are empowered with education and skill sets, there is increased and sustainable development in the overall prosperity...