Omani Sidr Makes a Comeback for Eid
As Eid Al Fitr approaches, many women in Oman begin searching for natural ways to give their hair and skin a special glow for the festive days. Among the shelves of modern cosmetics and international...
Ramadhan pop-up in Nizwa: A new experience
With the arrival of Ramadhan, attention often turns to abundant iftar tables or traditional café gatherings after Taraweeh prayers. This year, however, Nizwa witnessed a different experience as Qutuf...
How Al Suwgra Village redefines Ramadhan buffets
Every Ramadhan, hotels and restaurants across Oman compete to present lavish iftar buffets filled with local and international dishes. Dining halls glow with decorative Ramadhan tents and host...
First-time Ramadhan fasters share their experience
Ramadhan in the Sultanate of Oman is more than a month of fasting. It is a season of reflection, unity and spiritual renewal. For first-time fasters, it can also mark the beginning of a deeply...
Beyond Bedtime Tales: Personalised Stories as a Tool for Gentle Parenting
In the early years of a child’s life, a story is more than a bedtime ritual. It can shape behaviour, build emotional awareness and give children the language to understand their feelings. From this...
Healthy Sleep and Energy Habits During Ramadan
As Ramadan approaches each year, many people begin with strong motivation and ambitious goals. They plan to eat clean, exercise regularly, and remain productive. Yet within days, energy dips, sleep...
Echoes of light: CAPTURING THE SPIRIT OF RAMADHAN NIGHTS
Ramadhan nights carry a rhythm that feels both intimate and expansive, especially in Oman, where faith and community shape everyday life. For Omani photographer Sultan bin Said al Saifi of Nizwa,...
Stories written in the shadow of noon
In the landscape of contemporary Omani fiction, Mahmoud al Rahbi stands out as one of the writers who has shaped the short story with a refined artistic awareness. His collection Sa‘at Zawal (The...
Encircling Memory: Salem Al Salami and the Art of Belonging
In a quiet Omani village, where palm trees rise beside mud-brick homes and narrow alleys carry the echoes of generations, a circular structure wraps gently around the trunk of a palm. The work is...
Heritage and adventure in Al Jabal Al Akhdhar
High in the cool elevations of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar, where terraced farms meet dramatic cliffs and sweeping views, a new tourism initiative is offering visitors more than just scenery. Mountain Sniper,...
Stitching identity: The Omani Burqa as a living heritage
The Omani burqa stands as one of the most enduring symbols of women’s traditional dress in Oman, embodying far more than a simple garment. Rooted deeply in social values of modesty, dignity, and...
PRESERVING OMAN'S RARE KOHL CRAFT
In an age dominated by mass-produced cosmetics and modern beauty trends, a traditional Omani craft continues to survive through the dedication of women who believe in the value of heritage and...
When heritage becomes a meaningful tourism
In the far north of Oman, where the rugged mountains of Musandam rise dramatically above the blue waters of the sea, a distinctive cultural experience is taking shape, one that moves beyond simply...
Qasim al Busaidy: A Passion that Captures the Universe and Transforms It into Art and Science
Under the clear skies of Oman stands Qasim bin Hamad al Busaidy, an astronomer and astrophotographer, holding his camera and telescope, turning simple nightly curiosity into a world full of creativity...
Redefining Omani jewellery as wearable identity
In Oman’s evolving contemporary art scene, visual artist and jewellery designer Afrah bint Nasser bin Abdullah al Ishaqiyah is redefining the way jewelry is perceived — not merely as adornment,...
Gust of Wind chronicles hope, loyalty and disillusionment
Al-Bayraq or Gust of Wind, the latest novel by Omani author Sharifa al Toobi, concludes her acclaimed Al Bayraq trilogy with a compelling exploration of Oman’s social and historical transformation....
Maskad: Oman’s history comes alive
In Maskad, Tariq al Mandhari offers readers a journey across time, where Oman’s rich history intersects with human emotion. Far from a conventional historical novel, it immerses readers in late...
Talent doesn’t need age to flourish
In a quiet corner of a simple Omani home, a four-year-old girl dipped her tiny fingers into paint and pressed them onto paper as if discovering the world for the very first time. She didn’t know...
Monet comes to Muscat
At the Omani Society for Fine Arts in Ghala, Muscat, the art exhibition 'Monet’s Impressionism' held recently showcased the works of students from the Fine Arts Group at Sultan Qaboos...
Coffee waste turns to 'green' ink
At a time when environmental challenges are growing and the need for innovative solutions is becoming more urgent, young Omanis continue to prove that creativity can be a powerful tool for positive...