Scattered rains in Musandam
Scattered rain showers, sometimes accompanied by thunderstorms, were experienced and are expected to continue in the coming hours in Musandam Governorate and parts of the Sea of Oman. The...
Bet you have a digital native at home
The year is 2025, and if we had been talking about AI as something that is round the corner until now, we are aware that we are part of Artificial Intelligence. In that sense, we are contributing...
'Russian Seasons' unveiled at National Museum
On Saturday, the National Museum inaugurated the 'Russian Seasons' programme, marking a significant cultural collaboration between the Sultanate of Oman and the Russian Federation. This...
Premarital medical screening must by 2026
The Ministry of Health on Wednesday launched an expanded newborn screening programme and the enhancement of premarital medical examination programme. The ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr...
Pre-marital screening to be compulsory in Oman by 2026
Muscat: Under the patronage of Dr. Mohammed bin Saeed bin Khalfan Al Maamari, Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs, the campaign to enhance the premarital medical examination service in the...
Caracal on canvas: winter makes perfect time for an artist
Muscat, JAN 27 January 2025 has brought pleasant weather, encouraging outdoor activities, and Al Falaj wadi in Ruwi turned out to be the ideal spot for an artist. The Observer spotted Abdullah al...
Living in the world of Artificial Intelligence
Would AI take jobs? That has been the question that pondered many minds. But AI can find you jobs. That's what I found at the exhibition at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, which is part of...
Oman AI Summit begins
The two-day Oman AI Summit began on Monday at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki bin Mahmoud al Said. The keynote...
Hazy weather expected for two days: Oman Meteorology
Hazy conditions are predicted on Thursday and Friday for the majority of the governorates, the Oman Meteorology said. According to the Oman Met Office, these weather conditions may include isolated...
National campaign to curb tobacco use launched
In spite of heavy taxes on cigarettes and the ban on advertising tobacco products, their usage continues to pose a health threat to both smokers and passive smokers. Smoking is banned in public...
Music for the soul... folk music
Every culture has its own interpretations of music and dance. They hold special significance in the past; now is it a dying art of the world? The world has moved on so far that it could be obsolete...
A global celebration of folk music at ROHM
The Royal Opera House Muscat's Folk Music Festival brought together the Omani Folk Ensemble and international guests from Bulgaria, South Korea and India for a remarkable two-day performance. The...
ROHM celebrates Folk Music Festival
The Royal Opera House Muscat’s Folk Music Festival (ROHM) presented the Omani Folk Ensemble with guests from Bulgaria, South Korea, and India in a two-day performance. The 90-minute program was...
MoH’s national survey on lifestyle diseases begins
The Ministry of Health has launched the National Survey of Non-Communicable Diseases to design future health initiatives in the Sultanate of Oman. It was launched by Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidy,...
National Survey on Non-Communicable Diseases launched
Muscat: The Ministry of Health has launched the National Survey of Non-Communicable Diseases that could design the future health initiatives introduced in Oman. The National Survey of Non-Communicable...
Let’s coexist with the nature
Reem gazelles are an inspiration in Arabic poetry. They are graceful and quick, with eyes that capture your breath. No wonder so many poets bring them into their lines and verses. They like to be in...
Reem Gazelles reintroduced to Empty Quarter
This week, a group of Reem Gazelles has been successfully relocated to Dhofar as part of a major reintroduction programme aimed at restoring their presence in the Empty Quarter. The Environment...
MoCIP highlights incentives for global investors
Activities of the media meeting - 'Oman and The World' hosted the Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousuf, on Thursday. During a question-and-answer...
International media get a glimpse of Oman
MUSCAT, JAN 8 The Ministry of Information organised a media meeting on Wednesday titled "Oman and the World," with the participation of media professionals and journalists from various countries....
International media meet Ministers of Oman
Muscat: More than 70 editors in chief, senior editors, journalists and reporters representing various newspapers, radio and television channels are in the Sultanate of Oman currently to attend the...