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MUSCAT: Low clouds descended over the mountains of Wadi Kabir on Sunday afternoon, creating hazy conditions as unstable weather affected parts of the Sultanate of Oman. Weather radar images on...

MUSCAT: Oman has achieved a total recycling rate of around 39 per cent, recycling about 1.37 million tonnes of waste. The country is also witnessing steady growth in recycling infrastructure, with 96...

Oman is moving beyond artificial intelligence (AI) pilot projects and experimentation towards structured national implementation, with a focus on building digital capabilities, responsible governance...

The Fifa World Cup concluded on Sunday, but fans are yet to come out of the vibe. It was a lifestyle for the last few days. The time difference of the matches did not matter to the fans who sat up and...

MUSCAT: Children are turning their summer holidays into a journey of creativity and discovery through art workshops organised by the Oman Fine Arts Society (OFAS), where young participants are...

MUSCAT: A campaign to clean the coral reefs around Al Fahal Island saw the participation of more than 60 volunteers. The drive was organised by the Environment Authority, in collaboration with the...

Summers in Oman are about late sunsets and early sunrises. We unknowingly smile when the Arabian Sea sends out its breeze. It is a time when people look forward to staying indoors, whether for work or...

MUSCAT: Theatre dreams are taking shape as young participants of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth’s 'Summer Arts 2026' programme prepare to present their original play on...

Oman is routinely ranked among the five safest countries globally, but its security goes far beyond low crime statistics. In US News & World Report's Safety Index, Oman ranked second, scoring...

MUSCAT, JULY 8 The Environment Authority on Wednesday launched its Zero Paper initiative in line with the government’s digital transformation agenda and sustainable development objectives. The...

Muscat: The Environment Authority today launched its “Zero Paper” initiative, reaffirming its commitment to accelerating digital transformation, enhancing institutional performance, and embedding...

MUSCAT: Travel agencies across Oman are witnessing strong demand for summer holidays as easing geopolitical tensions and the peak vacation season encourage more people to head overseas. While...

MUSCAT: As the sea turtle hatching season begins, the Environment Authority (EA) has urged the public to admire hatchlings from a distance and avoid touching or carrying them, warning that even...

Is it enough to just have conversations and read books to keep the mind sharp? Al Wadi Al Kabir used to have a building with a structure of a pencil. Everyone called it the 'Pencil...

The World Cup has inspired many celebrations, and among them is Omani musician Nadeem al Balushi’s energetic anthem, One Game, One World, a song that captures the excitement and unity of football....

The Environment Authority, in coordination with the relevant authorities said they found no traces of oil near Al. Halaniyat islands. The Authority said it is closely monitoring the grounding of a...

We love gold and silver for jewellery. They have been enjoying a distinct status symbol. Now there is a metal that is much in demand due to the growing need in AI infrastructure and data centres...

MUSCAT, JUNE 27 The Omani Water Society (OWS), in its 26th year, is working on the Omani Water Encyclopedia. The compilation is expected to be the first comprehensive reference of its kind that...

Mitigating the effects of climate change is vital, especially during the summer. In addition, enjoying the blessings of the Omani nature can reduce carbon footprint. In other words, purchasing local...

Is it easy to forget or ignore people, objects, or problems when they are no longer in your immediate presence or line of sight? The phrase, out of sight, out of mind, goes back to the 1500s. English...