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‘Saving my credit card’As a journalist, I have never been a ‘morning person’.Blame it on my profession, which requires my utmost attention only after 11 a.m.Many times, I wish I could have the...

Whether smartphones are making individuals smart or dumb can be a different debate altogether. However, the argument that these devices are making the world smarter is nobody’s doubt, and the way...

Even though summer has just kicked in, the mid-day break period for outdoor workers especially those in construction sector has not started but their woes have. Many of whom are expatriates, they feel...

A few days ago, a motorist had to apply brakes suddenly as he could not spot the unmarked road-hump at night causing damage to the car. This is just one among the many incidents that motorists go...

After Cyclone Gonu made landfall in Oman on June 6, 2007 – which was then unprepared for its severity and intensity – and again severe cyclonic storm Shaheen in 2021, which too brought with it...

The other day, just as I was preparing my mind for work, I got a call from the office requesting that I take the day off and swap it for a weekend.I happily accepted. I then informed my right-hand...

Even though short, Eid al Fitr holiday was an exceptional event for the people of the Sultanate of Oman. It was a moment of joy as all prayer areas and mosques opened their doors for performing...

As we come to the end of Ramadhan, Oman is abuzz with excitement over the Eid al Fitr festival break, which will be a special one indeed, simply because we are no longer in the shadow of the Covid-19...

MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman is abuzz with ‘habtas’ (weekly markets) in several wilayats which are common during Eid for the purchase of livestock and other commodities.The Eid 'habta', which is...

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...