Iran threatens to block more vital seaways
CAIRO/DUBAI: Iran threatened on Wednesday to shut off more regional energy exports, after the US reimposed a naval blockade of Iranian ports and both sides launched more strikes a…
Dhofar dons green cover thanks to heavy drizzle
SALALAH: Heavy drizzle continues to fall on the coastal areas and mountains of Dhofar Governorate, turning the plains and highlands green as visitors flock to enjoy the monsoon sea…
Research pacts to tackle plastic, design green cooling
MUSCAT: The Environment Authority signed on Wednesday a number of agreements to implement research projects within the Strategic Research Management Programme. This aims to support…
Salalah Airport welcomes SalamAir’s 18th new aircraft
SALALAH: Salalah Airport on Wednesday received the 18th aircraft of SalamAir, the Sultanate of Oman’s low-cost carrier, bearing the name “Salalah” and of the Airbus A320neo type. T…
Football fever influences henna designs
MUSCAT: A henna artist’s undying passion for football is going viral on social media with her lifelike portrayal of iconic players.Faseela Shoukkath, a housewife living in Oman, is…
The Honourable Lady offers condolences on demise of Shaikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani
Doha: Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman, extended condolences this evening on the demise of Shaikh Hamad bin Kha…
Research develops quake preparation plan for Oman
MUSCAT: A research project conducted by principal investigator Dr Abdullah Ansari at the Earthquake Monitoring Center, Sultan Qaboos University, has developed an advanced framework…
Al Mudhaibi Industrial City attracts RO 15 million investments
AL MUDHAIBI: Al Mudhaibi Industrial City has attracted 14 investment projects worth a combined RO 15 million as work progresses on its first phase of infrastructure, strengthening…
Oman airports handle 5.25 million passengers
MUSCAT: Passenger traffic through the Sultanate of Oman’s airports declined 9.3 per cent during the first five months of 2026, with total passenger numbers falling to 5.25 million…
Al Buraimi builds trade hub role
AL BURAIMI: Al Buraimi Governorate is strengthening its position as one of the Sultanate of Oman’s main trade gateways, supported by expanding infrastructure, streamlined customs p…