Sat, 24 Oct 2026 03:54:57 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198122/features/lifestyle/breaking-barriers-omans-first-female-equestrian-with-down-syndrome Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:33:36 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198133/features/lifestyle/expats-celebrate-navratri-with-prayers-festivities Photo by Gangesh Vadakkethil Photo by Gangesh Vadakkethil observerkabeer@gmail.com (Kabeer Yousuf) Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:33:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198050/features/lifestyle/sayyidah-salsabeel-al-busaidi-a-voice-for-omans-vulnerable-animals For Sayyidah Salsabeel bint Badr al Busaidi, compassion has always been part of who she is. For Sayyidah Salsabeel bint Badr al Busaidi, compassion has always been part of who she is. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:21:12 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198010/features/lifestyle/30-women-honoured-on-womens-day Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:10:06 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197992/features/lifestyle/nintendo-gives-zelda-classic-a-modern-makeover The launch forms part of Zelda's 40th anniversary celebrations— AFP The launch forms part of Zelda's 40th anniversary celebrations— AFP Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:33:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197912/features/lifestyle/ready-set-snooze-sleep-deprived-japanese-compete-for-best-rested Participants attempt to achieve the deepest sleep during the contest. Participants attempt to achieve the deepest sleep during the contest. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:20:27 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197910/features/lifestyle/charting-a-new-course-for-omani-women-in-aviation Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:15:32 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197817/features/lifestyle/beyond-the-diagnosis-rahmas-journey-of-resilience Rahma raises awareness of multiple sclerosis through her personal journey. Rahma raises awareness of multiple sclerosis through her personal journey. Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:37:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197812/features/lifestyle/lena-dunhams-girls-to-return-in-limited-run Cast member Zosia Mamet during the premiere of the third season of the show in New York in 2014— Reuters Cast member Zosia Mamet during the premiere of the third season of the show in New York in 2014— Reuters Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:39 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197743/features/lifestyle/purple-reign-philippines-seeks-to-keep-grip-on-ube-throne Cafes and bakeries are incorporating ube into a range of products, from coffee and pastries to ice cream and cookies. Cafes and bakeries are incorporating ube into a range of products, from coffee and pastries to ice cream and cookies. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:29:20 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197742/features/lifestyle/canadian-poet-and-classicist-anne-carson-wins-crazy-nobel Anne Carson won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her “bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature.” Anne Carson won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her “bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature.” Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:27:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197669/features/lifestyle/european-union-film-festival-opens-third-edition-in-muscat Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:35:16 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197596/features/lifestyle/omani-team-turns-injury-into-sports-innovation Sun, 11 Oct 2026 13:43:40 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197524/features/lifestyle/brit-adventurer-returns-to-uk-after-28-year-walk Karl Bushby, a 57-year-old former paratrooper, set off from Punta Arenas, Chile, in November 1998, vowing to reach his mother's home near Hull in northern England on foot. — AFP Karl Bushby, a 57-year-old former paratrooper, set off from Punta Arenas, Chile, in November 1998, vowing to reach his mother's home near Hull in northern England on foot. — AFP Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:55:04 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197495/features/lifestyle/she-said-no-to-oman-twice-now-she-cant-leave Monika Sommer (centre) and friends pose with camels in the desert dunes Monika Sommer (centre) and friends pose with camels in the desert dunes liridol@gmail.com (Liju Cherian) Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:35:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197494/features/lifestyle/microplastics-in-your-clothes As wellness and fashion influencers rail against synthetic fibres, more shoppers are checking clothing tags to learn about a garment’s fabric composition. As wellness and fashion influencers rail against synthetic fibres, more shoppers are checking clothing tags to learn about a garment’s fabric composition. Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:12:22 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197447/features/lifestyle/sunken-silk-road-city-reveals-central-asias-lost-history The researchers hope their work will improve understanding of Central Asian history— AFP The researchers hope their work will improve understanding of Central Asian history— AFP Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:35:08 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197446/features/lifestyle/generations-live-memories-of-pearl-diving-in-oman 3539068 copy 3539068 copy observerkabeer@gmail.com (Kabeer Yousuf) Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:32:42 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197386/features/lifestyle/on-two-wheels-the-long-roads-shared-signals-and-freedom-of-omans-bikers Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:21:53 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197383/features/lifestyle/sleep-deprived-japanese-compete-for-best-rested Attendees take part in a sleep competition organised by a mattress brand in Tokyo — AFP Attendees take part in a sleep competition organised by a mattress brand in Tokyo — AFP Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:44:47 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197350/features/lifestyle/omans-first-mallathon-takes-over-countrys-largest-mall Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:32:15 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197346/features/lifestyle/whalefall-director-hopes-survival-story-inspires-awe-of-whales Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:22:16 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197285/features/lifestyle/kohl-in-oman-a-tradition-under-scientific-scrutiny Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:15:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197280/features/lifestyle/new-lizard-species-discovered-in-peru The newly identified lizard, named Liolaemus archipensis, measures between six and eight centimetres (2.4–3.2 inches) in length and displays distinct physical characteristics depending on gender. The newly identified lizard, named Liolaemus archipensis, measures between six and eight centimetres (2.4–3.2 inches) in length and displays distinct physical characteristics depending on gender. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:04:12 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197221/features/lifestyle/after-hottest-summer-weeds-turn-historic-belgian-canals-green Against the blue sky, the pea-green coating creates an unusual scene, prompting passersby to stop and photograph the canals. Yet the striking appearance has also raised concerns about the effects of prolonged heat and changing weather patterns on local waterways. Against the blue sky, the pea-green coating creates an unusual scene, prompting passersby to stop and photograph the canals. Yet the striking appearance has also raised concerns about the effects of prolonged heat and changing weather patterns on local waterways. Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:10:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197219/features/lifestyle/orthodox-parish-hosts-first-ever-christian-devotional-music-event-in-muscat Mar Gregorios Orthodox Maha Edavaka hosts Christian bhajan songs in Muscat(1) Mar Gregorios Orthodox Maha Edavaka hosts Christian bhajan songs in Muscat(1) liridol@gmail.com (Liju Cherian) Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:09:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197160/features/lifestyle/documentary-turns-camera-on-architect-peter-zumthor Peter Zumthor is a world-renowned Swiss architect celebrated for his sensory-rich, contemplative and material-focused designs. Peter Zumthor is a world-renowned Swiss architect celebrated for his sensory-rich, contemplative and material-focused designs. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:34:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197128/features/lifestyle/the-vanishing-stone-houses-of-dhofar The covered part of the house with a stone wall about a metre high and the roof structure is formed by wooden posts that support horizontal beams. The covered part of the house with a stone wall about a metre high and the roof structure is formed by wooden posts that support horizontal beams. liridol@gmail.com (Liju Cherian) Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:58:23 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197086/features/lifestyle/a-man-on-a-mission-of-spreading-arabic-language observerkabeer@gmail.com (Kabeer Yousuf) Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:29:50 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197085/features/lifestyle/inside-europes-only-rebuilt-roman-villa Pantry during the Roman kitchen days at the Roman Villa Borg Archaeological Park. Pantry during the Roman kitchen days at the Roman Villa Borg Archaeological Park. liridol@gmail.com (Liju Cherian) Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:24:31 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197036/features/lifestyle/after-50000-km-british-walker-faces-final-hurdle The 57-year-old had originally hoped to use a service corridor in the Channel Tunnel on foot, but he said the authorities seemed "set against" this idea.— AFP The 57-year-old had originally hoped to use a service corridor in the Channel Tunnel on foot, but he said the authorities seemed "set against" this idea.— AFP Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:49:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197035/features/lifestyle/greece-to-return-remains-of-bulgarian-tsar Greece is to return to Bulgaria the remains of one of the last tsars to rule the country before it was conquered by the Byzantine Empire— AFP Greece is to return to Bulgaria the remains of one of the last tsars to rule the country before it was conquered by the Byzantine Empire— AFP Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:48:33 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196962/features/lifestyle/omani-man-guarding-the-worlds-memory-in-an-exhibition Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:29:41 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196897/features/lifestyle/anime-star-takes-on-tiktok-over-ai-voice-clone AI imitation is a growing concern among performers worldwide, and the threat has roiled Japan's storied animation industry— AFP AI imitation is a growing concern among performers worldwide, and the threat has roiled Japan's storied animation industry— AFP Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:26:35 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196850/features/lifestyle/acai-from-amazonian-berry-to-omani-cafe-trend A refreshing açaí smoothie combines the distinctive berry with a convenient drinkable format. A refreshing açaí smoothie combines the distinctive berry with a convenient drinkable format. Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:11:36 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196788/features/lifestyle/ain-arzooq-a-hidden-natural-spring-in-dhofar-mountains Flowing through the mountains of Salalah, Ain Arzooq forms part of Dhofar’s network of valuable natural springs. Flowing through the mountains of Salalah, Ain Arzooq forms part of Dhofar’s network of valuable natural springs. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:15:18 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196751/features/lifestyle/omans-salt-flats-poised-for-wellness-tourism Traditional salt harvesting on the shimmering flats of Shannah. Traditional salt harvesting on the shimmering flats of Shannah. liridol@gmail.com (Liju Cherian) Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:17:09 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196750/features/lifestyle/backlash-wont-stop-wearables Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg tries on Meta smart glasses. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg tries on Meta smart glasses. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:16:55 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196752/features/lifestyle/planning-a-trip-with-ai-heres-how-to-do-it-better AI generated image AI generated image Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:14:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196721/features/lifestyle/when-ideas-bloom-into-future-solutions observerkabeer@gmail.com (Kabeer Yousuf) Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:06:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196621/features/lifestyle/bardot-auction-in-paris-fetches-nearly-one-million-euros Two dog collars belonging to Bardot sold for €9,400, far above their initial estimate. Two dog collars belonging to Bardot sold for €9,400, far above their initial estimate. Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:33:35 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196620/features/lifestyle/sur-festival-celebrates-omans-camel-heritage Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:30:47 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196559/features/lifestyle/new-cat-species-spotted-in-bolivia-after-100-years The newly identified Leopardus tilcayo in Bolivia’s Yungas cloud forest. The newly identified Leopardus tilcayo in Bolivia’s Yungas cloud forest. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:29:11 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196429/features/lifestyle/where-the-audience-becomes-the-contestant Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:32:51 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196359/features/lifestyle/between-grandmothers-wisdom-and-doctors-warnings Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:18:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196358/features/lifestyle/masirahs-kitesurfing-season-draws-to-a-close Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:12:35 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196300/features/lifestyle/ma-yansong-blends-nature-and-futuristic-design Chinese architect and founder of MAD Architects Ma Yansong speaks next to a model of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles that will open on September 22. — AFP Chinese architect and founder of MAD Architects Ma Yansong speaks next to a model of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles that will open on September 22. — AFP Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:23:25 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196239/features/lifestyle/musk-threatens-to-sue-documentary-maker The documentary traces the career and life of Elon Musk. — AFP The documentary traces the career and life of Elon Musk. — AFP Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:41:38 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196179/features/lifestyle/from-mountain-to-cup-the-living-heritage-of-saatar-cafe Saatar Café has become a gathering spot for people of different ages who come seeking a warm drink and a sense of community. Saatar Café has become a gathering spot for people of different ages who come seeking a warm drink and a sense of community. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:26:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195979/features/lifestyle/foldable-phones-are-unpopular-why-is-apple-selling-one An attendee takes a selfie with the new foldable iPhone Duo, displayed during an Apple event at the Steve Jobs Theatre in Apple Park in Cupertino, California, on Wednesday. — AFP An attendee takes a selfie with the new foldable iPhone Duo, displayed during an Apple event at the Steve Jobs Theatre in Apple Park in Cupertino, California, on Wednesday. — AFP Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:30:31 +0400