Fire breaks out on commercial vessels at Iran’s port of Dayyer, Mehr news reports
A fire broke out on several commercial vessels at a dock in Iran’s southern port of Dayyer, semi-official Mehr news agency reported on Tuesday, adding that firefighters…
From Manila to Tokyo to Seoul: Eight Asian and Pacific Islander Americans Who Changed Asian Music
Rohit, Rickelton keep Mumbai in IPL playoff hunt
Mumbai, India: Openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton took apart the Lucknow Super Giants attack as Mumbai Indians powered to a six-wicket win to keep their slim playoff hopes al…
Attack on residential building in Bukha injures 2
A security source has reported that a residential building housing company employees in the Tibat area of the Wilayat of Bukha was targeted in an attack, resulting in moderate inju…
Rose season blossoms into tourism, trade and tradition
MUSCAT: Rose season in Oman is shaping a narrative that goes beyond agriculture, extending into culture, economy and national identity. The rose continues its journey from a flower…
E-waste surge poses growing environmental challenge
MUSCAT: Oman generates approximately 20,000 to 69,000 tonnes of e-waste annually, with figures rising rapidly due to high consumption rates. According to a report by the Environmen…
Oman, Singapore review ties, regional issues
MUSCAT: Gen Sultan bin Mohammed al Numani, Minister of the Royal Office, received in his office on Monday Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Sin…
Diveability Programme to support persons with disabilities
MUSCAT: Oman Sail and Asyad Shipping launched the Diveability Programme to support persons with disabilities.The programme offers weekly sessions that guide participants from begin…
Sur beat Ibri to boost survival hopes
MUSCAT: Sur claimed an important 2-1 victory over Ibri at Nizwa Sports Complex, producing a strong second-half response to secure three valuable points in the Jindal League and imp…
Bessent urges China to step up diplomacy ahead of Trump-Xi summit
WASHINGTON: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday urged China to step up its diplomatic efforts to persuade Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping, a…