Masked players highlight facial injury risk
BEVERLY HILLS: When soccer players collide in midair, the toll is not always counted in concussions, torn ligaments or twisted ankles.Sometimes it is a broken nose – a burst of b…
Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at the age of 74, the country’s Amiri Diwan said.“With hearts steadfast in faith in God’s decree and destiny, th…
US hit around 140 Iranian military targets in latest strikes
The US military said Saturday it hit at least 140 targets in Iran in retaliation for an Iranian attack on another commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz.”U.S. forces hit approxim…
Bellingham double fires England past Norway
MIAMI: Jude Bellingham scored twice, including the extra-time winner, as England ground out a 2-1 victory over a battling Norway side at Miami Stadium on Saturday to reach the Wo…
Argentina beat Swiss 3-1 after extra time to reach World Cup semi-finals
KANSAS CITY: Argentina’s Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored deep in extra time to secure a dramatic 3-1 quarter-final win over 10-man Switzerland on Saturday and set up…
Sheer is sheer joy
Sheer Viewpoint, one of the most prominent tourist destinations of Dhofar Governorate, is distinguished by eye-catching natural beauty, particularly during Khareef.The area is witn…
Iran, Oman discuss Hormuz safe passage
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman and the Islamic Republic of Iran held talks in Muscat on Saturday regarding navigation on the Strait of Hormuz to ensure its safety and freedom in li…
Al Awabi roads authority conducts road repairs
HARITH BIN NASSER AL BAHRIAL AWABI: The Roads Department in Al Batinah South Governorate began repair work on a damaged section of a road in Wadi Bani Kharous in the Wilayat of Al…
Oman participates in Brunei International Book Fair
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, is taking part in the Brunei International Book Fair 2026, which began on Satu…
State Council’s third ordinary session wraps up today
MUSCAT: In accordance with the Royal Orders of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the State Council will conclude its third ordinary session of the eighth term on Sunday.Khalid…