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Brent jumps 8% after Trump vows more attacks
How Trump boxed himself in on Iran
Bridges, electric power plants in Iran are the next targets: Trump
US Army chief of staff to step down
Major oil refinery in Kuwait hit by drones
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Can't stop heavy rains, but can ease its impact

Every adverse weather condition is a new opportunity to design and learn newer methods of minimising the impact of such conditions.Some of the initiatives currently in operation include strengthening infrastructure, implementing early warning systems, enforcing strict safety protocols, building flood protection dams, clearing drainage, using the 'Muzn'...
HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said with Maxim Ryzhenkov in Muscat on Thursday

Sayyid Theyazin receives Belarus FM
Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidy with Maxim Ryzhenkov.

Oman and Belarus review ties; eye more cooperation
Panelists said that autism is a spectrum with varying levels of support needs, stressing individualised educational approaches based on positive reinforcement and gradual skill-building.

Autism, a shared societal responsibility rather than an individual condition
The agreement was signed by Eng Ibrahim bin Said al Kharousi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Heritage.

agreement on Al Wasil Fort inked
Eng Odai bin Hilal al Maawali distributed certificates to the graduates.

Officers’ course concludes
Dr Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi and other officials at the media briefing in Muscat on Thursday.

Enhancing food, water security priority of MoAFWR
The area is about 6,408 feddans/acres, distributed across 51 farms.

Wheat harvest begins in Dhofar’s Al Najd
The event saw the participation of numerous experts, researchers, academics, and specialists in the fields of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity from 25 countries.

Conference on AI and its applications commences
Mohammed bin Said al Balushi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Information, honours the crew of Al Mutak.

Documentary on Manah unveiled at the Oman Across Ages Museum
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Three arrested for human trafficking, child exploitation
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Oman sees growth in farms, fisheries and water capacity: MAFWR
Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najjar, Minister of Social Development, addressing the media briefing on Wednesday.

Over 100,000 citizens getting social security pension
The two sides reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries. - ONA

Oman, Bangladesh review bilateral relations
Despite these warnings, some visitors continue to dive into natural pools formed after recent rains.

Be cautious of hidden dangers of water pools
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Oman at Arab Interior Ministers Council meeting
TRENDING STORIES
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UNSC delays vote on force to protect Hormuz

HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said with Maxim Ryzhenkov in Muscat on Thursday

Sayyid Theyazin receives Belarus FM

A boy raises his fist while standing on a giant Iranian flag during the funeral of people killed in US-Israeli strikes at Enghelab Square in Tehran. — AFP

Focus to ease Hormuz traffic

The Artemis II crewed lunar mission lifts off from Pad 39B at Kennedy Space C.enter in Cape Canaveral, Florida. — AFP

NASA launches first crewed lunar mission in half a century

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RCC dominate with five cups as HM Cup Festival ends

Iranians walk through Tehran's Melat park during 'Sizdeh Bedar' (Nature Day), the 13th day after the Nowruz Persian New Year, when people traditionally picnic outdoors with family and friends. - AFP

UN chief warns world on 'edge of a wider war'

Iranians had seen a 'paradigm shift in digital repression' using a variety of techniques since July, the Miaan group said. — Reuters

Iran digital repression surged amid war, protests: rights group

Guests line up to enter Meydan Racecourse to attend the Dubai World Cup horse race in Dubai. - AFP

Luxury stores take hit as Mideast war drags on

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 Kharusi
Abdulaziz Al Kharusi National identity in an age of globalisation, cultural openness
Hasan al Qtaiti
Hasan al Qtaiti Teachers, have confidence in your students
Bregje van Baaren
Bregje van Baaren Cats, dogs, and five weeks of a nearby war
Governorates

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FSA strengthens oversight to boost accounting and auditing standards

Oman facilitates return of citizens from Iran

Port of Salalah targeted by drones, Oman condemns hostile attacks

Municipality to license mobile beauty salons in Muscat

Jabal Al Akhdhar Spring Rose Festival on March 30

ROP

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Three arrested for human trafficking, child exploitation

Oman Customs eases transit procedures amid current regional situation

Fake website impersonates police platform to steal data

Police services temporarily suspended in some governorates due to weather conditions

Stay away from debris, foreign objects on beaches, at sea: MSC

Transport

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Govt's acquisition is very positive for SalamAir's growth: CEO

Government completes the acquisition of SalamAir

Flights to Dammam from Muscat resume, other GCC services still affected

Mwasalat suspends bus routes due to weather conditions

Mwasalat suspends key bus routes amid severe weather alerts

TOURISM
Al Hamra neighbourhood is built on a mountain slope overlooking an agricultural oasis.

Oman’s historic neighbourhoods revived as vibrant tourist destinations

NIZWA: Omani heritage is coming alive as historic neighbourhoods across the Sultanate of Oman are being restored and developed into vibrant tourist destinations that blend authenticity with modern...
The campaign aims to activate the national economy.

Campaign to promote domestic tourism during Eid holiday

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Domestic tourism set to boom during Eid Al Fitr holidays amid regional tensions

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Bids invited for adventure park development in Wadi Shab

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'Aroya' cruise ship calls at Muscat, Khasab ports

EDITORS PICKS
UNSC delays vote on force to protect Hormuz

The UN Security Council has postponed a vote scheduled for Friday on authorizing the use of “defensive” force to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian attacks, according to the official program.The...

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Sayyid Theyazin receives Belarus FM

Focus to ease Hormuz traffic

NASA launches first crewed lunar mission in half a century
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 sees growth in farms, fisheries and water capacity: MAFWR

Oman condemns Israeli Knesset’s passage of Death Penalty Law for Palestinian prisoners

Power disconnection for non-payment of dues is last resort: APSR

A gradual increase in Omani workforce, a drop in expats

Oman participates in foreign ministers’ meeting on the US- Israeli war on Iran

Environment

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Air quality levels in Salalah within safe limits: EA

Artificial rainfall station set up in Khasab

EA warns against approaching orcas after video incident at Qantab

Emergency centre activated amid fire outbreak in Al Hamra

Companies told to Update pollution response plans: EA

Education

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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

CBSE board exams in Oman face uncertainty due to more postponements

SQU Council approves Alumni Association regulations and direct student admission

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