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2 US service members killed, 1 missing after Iran strikes on Jordan: Pentagon
MoU with US suspended after violations: Iran Deputy FM
Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar come under renewed attacks
Injuries, damage after attack on Kuwait oil facility
Bahrain says 'thwarted' new wave of Iranian attacks
Fire breaks out at the Kuwait power and desalination plant
US launches the 7th night of strikes
Kuwait Airways' flights are rescheduled as airspace closes
Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar report attacks
SWAP SCREENS FOR SUMMER SPORTS

For many children, summer holidays have become synonymous with hours spent scrolling through social media, streaming videos, or playing online games. But across Oman, a refreshing trend is taking shape as more girls are choosing sports over screens, transforming the school break into a season of fitness, confidence-building, and personal growth. From swimming pools...
To finance the programme, employers will contribute one per cent of each employee’s comprehensive wage on a monthly basis without a wage ceiling.

New norms to ensure wage continuity during illness
The most important specifications of the new type are the leaves with a velvety texture and leaflets with kidney-shaped serrated edges.

SQU discovers new plant species, names it Oman
The agreement was signed in the presence of Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said al Busaidy.

Pact inked to boost flights between Dhofar and Russia
Jamal bin Hassan al Mousawi, inspecting the exhibition in Minsk.

Omani silver heritage shines at Belarus Museum Exhibition
Oman’s membership will enhance its access to global expertise and research.

Oman joins global AI cooperation body as founding member
The project is expected to enhance road safety, increase capacity and improve travel efficiency.

Haima–Thumrait dualisation project reaches 24% completion
Exposure to second-hand smoke significantly increases the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.

Municipality launches smoke-free public spaces campaign
Traditional performances and folk arts add a live element to the experience.

‘Return of the Past’ showcases Dhofar’s living heritage during khareef season
Dhofar produces a variety of tropical fruits, including coconuts, bananas, lemons and guavas.

Dhofar’s tropical fruits boost farming and khareef tourism

Young artists shape creativity at OFAS summer programme

SWAP SCREENS FOR SUMMER SPORTS
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Work gathers pace on 61 road projects under the 11th Five-Year-Plan
President Ilham Aliyev with Ambassador Saif bin Rashid al Jahwari in Baku on Friday

Ambassador presents credentials to Azerbaijan President
Zaher bin Sulaiman al Salmi, Deputy Chairman of the State Financial and Administrative Audit Authority for Audit of Government Units, with the visiting delegates in Muscat on Wednesday.

Oman highlights its fight against corruption
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University Medical City completes audits work
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TRENDING STORIES
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Argentina-Spain tickets soar near $10K for World Cup final

Bridges attacked by the US in Bandar Abbas region of southern Iran on Friday.

Iran hits Gulf states, Jordan after seventh night of US strikes

To finance the programme, employers will contribute one per cent of each employee’s comprehensive wage on a monthly basis without a wage ceiling.

New norms to ensure wage continuity during illness

The most important specifications of the new type are the leaves with a velvety texture and leaflets with kidney-shaped serrated edges.

SQU discovers new plant species, names it Oman

The agreement was signed in the presence of Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said al Busaidy.

Pact inked to boost flights between Dhofar and Russia

Jamal bin Hassan al Mousawi, inspecting the exhibition in Minsk.

Omani silver heritage shines at Belarus Museum Exhibition

Fans in Yamal and Messi jerseys pose beside a World Cup-themed car. — AFP

Omani coaches expect tactical battle in final

Fifa President Gianni Infantino claps during the Legends Cup of the 2026 World Cup football tournament at the Rockefeller Center in New York. — AFP

High prices fail to deter fans

OMAN VIDEOS
Health
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Summer travel: MOH urges measures to avoid venous thrombosis

With the summer travel season underway, the Ministry of Health (MOH) has urged people to take measures to avoid venous thrombosis, especially if their flight is longer than four hours. What is venous thrombosis? It is the formation of a blood clot...

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MoH clarifies circular on mandatory drug screening for new employees
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RH to expand adult and children’s emergency departments
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MoH launches second Zakat treatment initiative
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OMSB organizes awareness event on organ donation

Omani authorities issue new Ebola-related controls
OPINION
Qasim Al Maashani
Qasim Al Maashani Beyond water: The true value of Oman's dams
Dr Hilal al Sawai
Dr Hilal al Sawai Local content for sustainable urban development in Muscat
Dr Hamed al Sinawi
Dr Hamed al Sinawi When health advice becomes a trend
Governorates

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Bids invited for app-based transport from Salalah Airport

Pineapple successfully cultivated in Oman for the first time in Salalah

Key marine rehabilitation projects completed in Musandam

Musandam Governorate targeted by drones; Oman condemns attacks

Tax Authority ensures compliance of taxpayers in Dhofar

ROP

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Travelling to Oman: Ensure you do not carry prohibited goods

Municipality announces partial closure of al Hamriyah Street

18-35 age group account for most traffic violations

18-35 age group account for most traffic violations

Four held over attempted gold shop burglary in Muttrah

Transport

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Work gathers pace on 61 road projects under the 11th Five-Year-Plan

Al Mughsail road and bridge open to traffic in Dhofar

SalamAir receives its 18th aircraft, named Salalah

Work on the Bidbid-Nizwa road project is 90% complete

CAA, WingTech launch DroneX to develop young drone talents

TOURISM
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Dhofar dons green cover thanks to heavy drizzle

SALALAH: Heavy drizzle continues to fall on the coastal areas and mountains of Dhofar Governorate, turning the plains and highlands green as visitors flock to enjoy the monsoon season. Temperatures...
Visitors will be able to reserve cabins for a specified number of hours or a full day.

Wadi Darbat cabins to launch online booking service

Wadi Ghaydah has no dramatic waterfall or popular viewing platform but its appeal lies in the landscape itself.

Wadi Ghaydah: The quiet wadi behind Dhofar's most famous landscape

SPF achieves ISO certifications

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Oman Air and SalamAir add 192 extra flights for July

EDITORS PICKS
Argentina-Spain tickets soar near $10K for World Cup final

Ticket prices for the ⁠World Cup final between defending champion Argentina and Spain ​continued to soar, ​approaching $10,000 just 24 hours before Sunday's match in East Rutherford, N.J. The get-in price has...

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Iran hits Gulf states, Jordan after seventh night of US strikes

New norms to ensure wage continuity during illness

SQU discovers new plant species, names it Oman
Labour

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Shura to discuss Ministry of Labour decisions

MoL achieves 56.82% of employment, training plan in H1

Dhofar's Najd farmers to benefit from temporary labour transfer facility

MoL urges employers to advance payment of May salary

Oman launches new medical screening system for Filipino workers

Community

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Company fined RO50,000, assets confiscated over money laundering

'Tazeez' programme kicks off with four community initiatives

Three Oil Tankers targeted in successive attacks Off Omani Coast

Information Ministry, Azerbaijan News Agency ink MoU on news exchange

Need for a comprehensive review of the Gulf security system: Sayyid Badr

Environment

Environment Authority launches 'Zero Paper' Initiative

EA records first-ever breeding of Chestnut Sparrowhawk in Al Buraim

Oil pollution not found - AL Halaniyat

Salalah: Environment Authority launches ‘Environmental Protectors’ initiative

Oman extends single-use plastic bag ban in fifth phase

Education

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GED results to be out from today

AI Lab opens at the Ministry of Education in Dhahirah

New requirements will not impact current students, MoE clarifies

Haitham City invites bids for major school complex, cultural centre

A'Sharqiyah University to open new branch in Sur

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