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The Environment Authority (EA) continues its efforts to monitor the implementation of the targeted stages outlined in Resolution No. (8/2024), which bans the use of plastic shopping bags.Ibtisam al...

Electronic games have become a staple in the lives of children, particularly during holidays when parental supervision tends to be more relaxed.While parents guide and limit playtime, it is crucial to...

The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED), has published a comprehensive bulletin outlining entrepreneurial indicators for the first half of 2024.The bulletin offers vital...

MUSCAT, Oct 3The Second Forum for Private Rehabilitation Centres in Oman aims to strengthen cooperation between the Ministry of Social Development and private rehabilitation centers, focusing on...

The ‘Future Vision for Elderly Services’ forum, inaugurated under the auspices of Shaikh Rashid bin Ahmed al Shamsi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development, focused on outlining...

Muscat: In a pioneering effort, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) held its first dialogue session aimed at improving financing procedures and addressing the challenges...

The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Muscat hosted a seminar focusing collaboration boost between the United Arab Emirates and Oman in the field of technology, specifically in policing and...

Muscat: The ‘Majors Fair’ at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) kicked off on Monday to help students plan a successful career path by selecting the suitable academic major. The event will run for...

Muscat: More than 7,642 students have signed up for monthly allowances under the internal scholarship programme for private higher education institutions. The allowances are granted by the Ministry of...

The third forum for social observers commenced on Tuesday at the National Center for Autism, addressing mechanisms for implementing judicial probation measures and aftercare programmes. The event,...

The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has launched the second edition of its ‘Consumer-friendly institutions’ initiative in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development...

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in healthcare by promoting health, preventing disease, and aiding in treatment and rehabilitation.September 8 was World Physical Therapy Day, a celebration aimed at...

MUSCAT: The Ministry of Education has signed 71 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with various companies and institutions to support the upcoming Oman Science Festival, scheduled from November 4 to...

The National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) recently conducted a survey assessing access to and use of information and communication technology (ICT) among families and individuals in...

In the new academic year, a total of 811,679 male and female students joined various schools in the Sultanate of Oman and they have to go through the newly introduced curricula designed to support the...

Most people desire fairer skin, a preference that is particularly common among women. However, this obsession often leads to the use of skin lightening creams, and many fall prey to products laden...

For many students, the school day begins and ends with a bus ride, making safe school transportation a top priority for parents and stakeholders. As schools reopen, the focus often lies on...

AS the new school year commences, parents are increasingly concerned about the risk of bullying, especially as children transition to new grades and navigate the complexities of forming new...

There has been a notable surge in travel applications during this Khareef Dhofar Season demonstrating their effectiveness in enhancing the overall visitor experience.Recent statistics highlight a...

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA), in collaboration with the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) and its Industrial Innovation Academy, has launched the...