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Monday, April 20, 2026 | Dhu al-Qaadah 2, 1447 H
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Qatar opens its airspace to foreign airlines
Oman's crude drops below $100
Iran has no plans for more talks with the US: Foreign Ministry
Iran's president stresses the importance of diplomacy
World awaits fate of US-Iran ceasefire
Iran is not planning to attend talks in Pakistan
Oil prices bounce back on Iran war escalation
Pakistan, Iran leaders speak ahead of talks with US
Iran is not currently planning to attend talks
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TRUST BEGINS AT HOME

In an era marked by rapid transformation, social trust has moved beyond theory to become a cornerstone of stable and cohesive societies. Yet, despite its wide-reaching impact, trust does not begin in institutions or policies — it is first nurtured within the family.The home is a child’s earliest space for learning how to build and sustain trust. Through daily...
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Omani frankincense registered as global geographical indication
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Campaign launched to combat flies and mosquitoes in Muscat
The 'Rose Trail' linking villages attracted participation from 400 contestants.

Al Jabal Al Akhdhar is home to approximately 6,000 rose trees
Heritage landscapes in Misfat Al Abriyeen is attracting both local and global visitors.

Agritourism draws visitors to Al Hamra
The campaign is part of a broader pest management programme.

Aerial campaign targets palm dubas infestation
Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said al Busaidy at the opening of new museums at Bahla Fort.

Four new museums open at Bahla Fort

New cultural initiative in Salalah bridges heritage and modern art forms
The hospital also offers social rehabilitation to support long-term recovery.

New addiction treatment hospital opens in Suhar
The workshop targets 136 individuals working in the field of elderly care. - ONA

Workshop seeks integration of elderly
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HIV test rule for Filipinos to Oman under review
HH Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said receives General Fabien Mandon.

Meeting reviews Oman–France bilateral relations
Gen Sultan bin Mohammed al Numani receives General Fabien Mandon.

Al Numani holds talks with French Armed Forces Chief
Vice Admiral Abdullah bin Khamis al Raisi with General Fabien Mandon. - ONA

SAF Chief of Staff receives French counterpart
Evidence shows that young people who secure employment or successfully launch their own ventures tend to be more optimistic and resilient.

Job prospects, entrepreneurship ecosystems shape stability
Health sector has undergone a comprehensive reformulation, culminating in a flexible organisational structure. — ONA

Qualitative transformation in healthcare a priority in Oman
TRENDING STORIES
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Omani frankincense registered as global geographical indication

Ships and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam

Shipping traffic remains at virtual standstill through Hormuz, data shows

Bayern Munich's Leon Goretzka celebrates after winning the Bundesliga

Porcelain cockatoo steals show at Bayern's title celebrations

Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts after his shirt is ripped

Advantage Man City as Haaland seals crucial win over Arsenal

France's Arthur Fils lifts the trophy after winning the men singles final against Russia's Andrey Rublev

Fils wins on Barcelona clay with French Open looming

Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina celebrates after winning her women's singles final against Czech Republic's Karolina Muchova

Rybakina outclasses Muchova to win Stuttgart WTA title

Lucknow Super Giants players celebrate taking the wicket of Punjab Kings' Priyansh Arya

Arya, Connolly help Punjab hammer Lucknow in IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders' Rinku Singh and Anukul Roy celebrate after the match

Rinku blitz leads Kolkata to first win of IPL season

OMAN VIDEOS
Health
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Over 200 blood donors needed today: Blood Bank in Baushar

Muscat: The Ministry of Health (MoH), represented by the Department of Blood Banks Services (DBBS), has issued a high-priority appeal for blood donations to address a critical shortage in the national stockpile. Authorities have stated that more...

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Oman Red Crescent: A major step towards providing humanitarian services
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MOH appeals for urgent blood donation
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Coffee shops invited to join 'sugar reducing' campaign
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MoH issues urgent appeal for blood donation amid severe shortage
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MoH announces voluntary recall of specific Danone batches in Oman
OPINION
Abdulaziz Al Jahdhami
Abdulaziz Al Jahdhami Discover the light sparking between storms
Sandhya Rao Mehta
Sandhya Rao Mehta Memes emerge as powerful voice in digital culture
Christy-Belle Geha
Christy-Belle Geha Fish deaths leave Iraqifarmers with no income
Governorates

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Muttrah Cable Car trials, not there yet: Firm

Oman, France hold the first round of Strategic Dialogue

Beekeepers gear up for Al Baram season

Muscat Municipality promotes alternative greening

Ministry of information urges compliance with media laws

ROP

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Beware of AI-related online scams: ROP

Digital transformation key to Oman's emergence as logistic hub

Missing girl found in good health: ROP

Man held in hit-and-run case

ROP warns against fake insurers

Transport

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Oman-UAE railway project is 40% complete: Hafeet Rail

Oman Air expands services to Calicut, Mumbai, Dhaka

Free public transport, e-scooter rides in Oman today

Flight to some GCC cities from Muscat set to resume

Al Ansab - Al Jifnain project 79% complete, due to open in Q3, 2026

TOURISM
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A lifelong bond with Oman

What began as a childhood image in a geography book has evolved into a lifelong relationship with Oman for UK governance and organisational development expert Clive Curtis. He now describes the...
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GCC to continue with joint tourism initiatives

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Oman sees a growth in visitors in 2026, before the war

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Roses brighten local economy

Meeting reviews readiness for Khareef Dhofar season

EDITORS PICKS
Omani frankincense registered as global geographical indication

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has achieved a milestone with the international registration of Omani frankincense as a geographical indication (GI) with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), marking the...

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Shipping traffic remains at virtual standstill through Hormuz, data shows

Porcelain cockatoo steals show at Bayern's title celebrations

Advantage Man City as Haaland seals crucial win over Arsenal
Labour

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Firms to get discount on expat permit fees for meeting Omanisation targets

How Oman effectively adapted to flexible Ramadhan working hours

Ramadhan working hours announced in Oman

More jobs to be announced for persons with disabilities

‘Arabian Gulf Security 4’ drill concludes in Doha

Community

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Oman's sail of peace and its deep-rooted maritime history

Oman condemns Israel's appointment of an envoy to Somaliland

Oman facilitates return of citizens from Iran

Oman welcomes ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon

HM sends written message to President of the Philippines

Environment

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Omani frankincense registered as global geographical indication

Campaign launched to combat flies and mosquitoes in Muscat

FLY SURGE AFTER RAINS

EA confirms drop in air quality due to dust storm

Air quality levels in Salalah within safe limits: EA

Education

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ISM students shine at Innovation Hackathon 2026

Indian Schools hold Ambassador’s Schoolympic 2026

All CBSE Class 12 exams in Gulf cancelled

India's CBSE cancels Class 12 exams again

India's CBSE cancels Class X exams in GCC; Class XII exams postponed

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