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MUSCAT, JUNE 13A Tamil Nadu native of India, who was stranded in the Sultanate of Oman for 15 years without identity documents after her passport and papers were destroyed in a fire, has finally...

MUSCAT, JUNE 10An inspiring evening recently featured stories of falling into addictions and the power of family support while unravelling the complex dynamics of the path to recovery and sustaining...

Omani women’s traditional attire takes centre stage in the “Bahaa Oman Visual Arts Show”, an exhibition celebrating one of the most distinctive expressions of the Sultanate of Oman’s cultural...

When the heatwave arrives, you do not need an alert; one just feels it.We don't often think about what brews it, but weather experts can explain to us the reasons behind it, from the atmospheric...

Muscat: A heatwave is to begin on Monday and last until Wednesday, resulting in high temperatures moving towards the high 40s, and is expected to affect the northern parts of Oman.The upper-level...

MUSCAT: The International Day of the Midwife, observed on May 5, celebrates the life-saving role of midwives worldwide. The day is dedicated to recognising their essential contribution to maternal and...

MUSCAT: Recent global developments have underscored the growing importance of marine insurance and war-risk coverage, placing new pressures on the insurance sector.Before the conflict, an average of...

MUSCAT, APRIL 29The Directorate-General of the Royal Hospital, Ministry of Health, held a health awareness event at the Ministry of Information on Wednesday.Royal Hospital nurses conducted a...

MUSCAT: Established as a Nature Reserve by Royal Decree No 96/2025, Al Hallaniyat Islands serve as a protected marine buffer zone in Dhofar Governorate. The reserve comprises five islands: Al...

Words are not just sounds. Words help us convey our thoughts and feelings. Written or spoken, words are a form of expression used in conversations, letters, literature, songs and speeches. Words are...

MUSCAT: World Creativity and Innovation Day, which is marked on April 21 every year, highlights how fresh ideas and inventive thinking can shape a better future. The day serves as a reminder that...

MUSCAT: The Gulf artistic scene suffered a significant loss on Tuesday with the passing of the Kuwaiti actress Hayat al Fahad at the age of 78 after battling an illness. She leaves behind a remarkable...

Have you ever experienced the breaking down of a mountain?I used to have sensitive ears, and the first time I heard the noise of flattening a mountain for construction, I was distressed.The...

MUSCAT: Twelve mothers from across Oman were honoured at the launch of the 'Ideal Mother Award for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities,' recognising their dedication, patience and...

Childhood obesity in Oman is increasingly being recognised as a major public health concern, reflecting rapid lifestyle changes across the country. What could be the cause? Health experts attribute...

MUSCAT: It is mid-April, and the scene is set for Al Baram honey season in Oman. The popular trees of Oman, Al Samr (Acacia tortilis) and Al Salam (Acacia ehrenbergiana) trees have begun to bloom. For...

From one week to another, we drift, or are we living a life of purpose?Are we just floating with the daily schedules and meetings, or do we manage to think of the world as a universe and enjoy the...

MUSCAT, APRIL 11Children took the lead at a marathon held at Al Qurum Nature Park to mark World Obesity Day, highlighting growing efforts in Oman to address childhood obesity through community and...

MUSCAT: Yellowfin tuna, one of the most popular fish, is much in demand in Oman. But it is also one of the fish that is highly monitored to maintain sustainability. While present year-round, the peak...

For many households in Oman, the rising cost of food is becoming harder to ignore. From fish markets to vegetable stalls and restaurant counters, consumers and sellers say pressure is building on...