Omani silver heritage shines at Belarus Museum Exhibition
MINSK: The National Museum of Oman has opened the exhibition ‘The Splendour of Silver: Collections from the Omani Courts’ at the Vitebsk Museum of Local Traditions in Belarus, show…
Oman joins global AI cooperation body as founding member
BEIJING: The Sultanate of Oman has joined the Global Organization for Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence as a founding member, becoming one of 29 countries to establish the int…
Haima–Thumrait dualisation project reaches 24% completion
SALALAH: Work on the remaining sections of the Sultan Said bin Taimur Road dualisation project between Haima and Thumrait has reached about 24 per cent, with contractors continuing…
Municipality launches smoke-free public spaces campaign
MUSCAT: Muscat Municipality has intensified its public awareness efforts with the launch of an informational campaign encouraging residents and visitors to comply with smoking regu…
Dhofar’s tropical fruits boost farming and khareef tourism
SALALAH: Dhofar’s tropical fruits have become one of Oman’s distinctive agricultural products, reflecting the governorate’s unique climate and fertile landscapes while contributing…
‘Return of the Past’ showcases Dhofar’s living heritage during khareef season
SALALAH: The diverse cultural heritage of Dhofar is attracting visitors at the ‘Return of the Past’ event in Al Saada, one of the key attractions accompanying the Khareef Dhofar 20…
Beyond water: The true value of Oman’s dams
When a dam fills after heavy rain, attention naturally turns to the water behind it. We measure the volume captured and watch the level rise.But a dam’s real value often lies beyon…
Local content for sustainable urban development in Muscat
Cities become more integrated to functions that drive economic development. As that happens, there’s an expectation on local authorities to deliver quality public services that als…
When health advice becomes a trend
Last week, a friend sent me a video of an Egyptian doctor who became famous for his controversial diet advice that goes against what international experts have been advocating for…
Can renewable energy help solve Oman’s water challenge?
As one of the world’s most water-stressed countries, Oman faces an increasingly complex challenge in securing reliable freshwater supplies for a growing population, expanding indus…