UN body pats efforts to promote beekeeping
The pro-active government strategies to encourage and promote beekeeping in the Sultanate of Oman came in for acclamation by a UN body.On the occasion of the celebration of World Bee Day on May 20,...
Children are paying high price in wars
Every war is a war waged against children. From the decades-old conflicts in Iraq to Syria, South Sudan to Yemen, Afghanistan to the current war in Ukraine, children are caught up in violence, which...
For a clean city
Slogans can make a big difference. They can create awareness and motivate people to take actions that would matter. They can help keep the environment clean and hygienic to make the place we live in...
Transport cost drives inflation higher
Even as economic growth accelerated in the first quarter of the current year, rising inflation and a slowdown in the global economy loom as downside risks.Inflation has risen in recent months against...
Workers wish early start to mid-day break as temperature rises
Even as two more weeks are left for the annual mid-day break for outdoor work to begin in the Sultanate of Oman, workers feel that the period is advanced in view of the scorching heat.The three-month...
Farewell to a great leader
With the demise of Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed al Nahyan, the president of the UAE, who ruled the Emirates for about 18 years, the Gulf and Middle East region lost a visionary leader and statesman.The...
The tremors from US rate hikes
The tremors from the recent rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, though the move was to cool off high inflation that is running at a four-decade high in the United States, did not end with its borders....
Indian rupee at historic low against Omani rial, crosses 200 mark
MUSCAT: India’s rupee and China’s yuan were among the Asian currencies, which suffered the most losses in the morning trade on Monday due to the ever-increasing dollar strength.According to...
Ancient rock from Oman to help in search for life elsewhere
An ancient rock in the Sultanate of Oman is the backdrop for a new study with consequences of the search for life elsewhere.A report based on the study ‘Energetically Informed Niche Models of...
How to protect your skin from the scorching summer heat
With the bizarre changes happening in the climate more care should be given to protect the skin. The scorching heat during the summer season can dull the skin’s natural glow, leaving it greasy and...
Back to work from today
After a month of relaxed timings coinciding with Ramadhan and a long break thanks to the Eid al Fitr holidays, citizens and residents are returning to Muscat for regular work.Roads in the capital...
All set for a near-normal Eid
After two years of health restrictions on gatherings, people in the Sultanate of Oman, like most parts of the world, are all set to enjoy a near-normal Eid al Fitr next week.Although caution is the...
A day for books passed off quietly!
Every year on April 23, celebrations take place in countries around the world to recognise the scope of books and respect their role as a bridge between generations and across cultures. Although the...
Shopping fever picks up as countdown begins for Eid
A festive air has started across the city markets as shopping for Eid al Fitr got into full swing with the announcement of holidays that will last more than a week.While traders say the economic...
Shopping in tradition
Ramadhan, the most important month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is when Muslims worldwide abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset. It is the time of reflection and spirituality,...
'Grill Zone' project for open-air barbecue in Amerat
To facilitate a location conducive to street vendors, the Muscat Municipality has said it will unveil a 'Grill Zone' project for open-air barbecue in Al Amerat."The project is part of the plans for...
An unbroken thread of art on show
The Venice Biennale 2022 is a perfect platform which will help increase the visibility of the Sultanate of Oman’s blossoming art scene by showcasing the creativity of Omani artists’ ability to...
Shift in dietary habits to enrich agriculture output
People in the Sultanate of Oman are at present more focused on healthier diets, with more fruits and vegetables inclusion. The shift in dietary habits is reflected in the country's higher rate of...
Despite Covid-19 setback, I feel life is normal
A question that made rounds till recently as to whether we were transitioning into a world where we would live with the coronavirus pandemic seems to have faded as life started returning to normal in...
Be on guard against pigmented patches in summer, urges expert
Come summer, and it’s time for heightened cases of skin pigmentation disorders. The issue can vary from discoloured marks or brown spots appearing on the skin to pigmented patches.This was discussed...