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MUSCAT, APRIL 30The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (Riyada), in cooperation with the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, organised a dialogue session titled 'Opportunities,...

MUSCAT: The State Council reinforced its approach to media openness and direct engagement with press and media institutions through a media forum held under the theme 'Vision, Communication,...

In a two-day artistic experience at Al Afaq Private School in Nizwa, the “Rozan” exhibition opened a wide window onto the creativity of students from across all school levels, presenting a space...

The 11th School Theatre Festival was launched on Monday evening, April 20, 2026, at 7:00 pm, under the theme “Rooted Values... Creative Generation”, at Dohat Al Adab School Theatre, under the...

MUSCAT: Agritourism is gaining increasing attention in Wilayat of Al Hamra, particularly in the village of Misfat Al Abriyeen, where traditional farms and heritage landscapes are attracting both local...

In an era of rapid technological acceleration, artificial intelligence is no longer merely a tool; it is a force reshaping language, knowledge, and even the way individuals perceive identity.Amid this...

MOHAMED AL BATTASHIMUSCAT, APRIL 11The mango season has begun in the Wilayat of Qurayat, bringing a notable boost to economic and tourism activity, particularly in Hail Al Ghaf, renowned for producing...

Information today moves faster than thought, and certainty has become rare. Messages, videos and headlines shape opinions within seconds, triggering instant reactions. But behind this constant flow is...

MUSCAT: The Majlis Ash’shura continued its discussion on Thursday with Eng Said bin Hamoud al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. Members emphasised the need...

MUSCAT: The Majlis Ash'shura reviewed the performance of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology under the Tenth Five-Year Development Plan (2021-2025).During its...

MUSCAT: Oman is stepping up investment in transport, ports and digital infrastructure as it moves into the next phase of its long-term economic diversification drive, with more than RO1.2 billion...

MUSCAT: The State Council held its 7th session of the third regular convening during the 8th Term on Monday. The Council discussed a draft Law on Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances, as...

Heavy rainfall from the Al Masarat low-pressure system swept across Oman in recent days, leaving behind a mixed legacy of hardship and renewal. The system triggered wadi floods, hail, and tragic...

MUSCAT: Muscat Municipality has intensified its field operations across various wilayats of Muscat Governorate in response to the current weather conditions and heavy rainfall, with a strong focus on...

Many people experience thirst and fatigue during the fasting hours of Ramadan, especially in warmer climates where the day can feel long and demanding. While this feeling is a natural part of fasting,...

After long hours of fasting, the body enters a calm metabolic state where digestion slows down and energy is conserved. Because of this, the first moments of breaking the fast are important. Many...

During Ramadhan, daily routines often change significantly. Eating times shift to the evening and early morning, while physical activity sometimes decreases due to fatigue or the long fasting hours....

Many fasting individuals believe that the secret to avoiding thirst during Ramadhan lies in drinking as much water as possible at suhoor, often consuming large amounts within minutes before the call...

Ramadan carries a distinct rhythm of life, where evenings extend beyond Taraweeh prayers and become an integral part of the month’s social and spiritual atmosphere. Yet this shift in sleeping...

As the rhythm of daily life shifts and evenings grow softer under the glow of lanterns and quiet prayers, Ramadhan arrives not merely as a month on the calendar, but as a profound experience that...