Exalting the patron, honouring the poem
Panegyric poetry constitutes the largest single body of work within the Omani poetic tradition. This is evident in many surviving diwans, from those of Ibn Duraid, al Sattali, Al K…
Omani poet’s heartfelt verse earns global acclaim
For Omani multilingual poet Lubna al Balushi, poetry is not confined by geography or language. Writing in Arabic, English, German and Balochi, the poet is increasingly finding inte…
How healthy are peas?
The humble pea has a lot going for it. Gregor Mendel, the “father of genetics,” used pea plants to study how heritable traits were passed from parents to offspring. The plants are…
Iran insists on uranium enrichment in US deal
Iran insisted on Friday on its right to enrich uranium and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz under any deal with the United States, after President Donald Trump said a dra…
Starmer vows to fight on, denies loss of authority
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday rejected the idea that he had lost authority in his role, and said he would fight to keep his job, adding that anyone who wanted to…
His Majesty Extends Condolences to Thailand’s King on the Passing of Princess Bajrakitiyabha
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand following the passing of his daughter,…
Thailand Lowers Flags for 15 Days Following Death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha
Thailand: Thailand has announced that flags will be flown at half-mast at all government offices and educational institutions for 15 days, beginning June 12, 2026, following the de…
Africa’s Business Heroes Unveils 2026 Top 100 Entrepreneurs
Expanded cohort reflects the scale, diversity, maturity, and economic impact of African entrepreneurship.
Canada ready to embrace pressure as injury clouds begin to clear
TORONTO: Jesse Marsch has a simple message for anyone wondering whether his Canada side are ready for the weight of a home World Cup: they are not just ready for it, they want it.C…
USA play first World Cup finals game on home soil since 1994
Los Angeles: Guy JACKSON The United States begin their World Cup challenge on Friday, taking on a savvy Paraguay side in a high-stakes match in Los Angeles.The World Cup co-hosts k…