Kenya’s key export, now, is its cheap labour
For years, Kenya’s most important export was coffee. Today, it is workers.Remittances from Kenyans abroad now account for a bigger share of the Kenyan economy than coffee or tea, t…
Mexico City loves street food. Its sewer system does not
MEXICO CITY — When the heavens opened up over Mexico City this year, chaos ensued in the streets.Water flooded homes, roads, sidewalks, metro stations and even the airport, in what…
UNSC to vote on Trump Gaza plan on Monday
United States – The UN Security Council will vote Monday on a resolution endorsing US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, diplomats said.Last week, the Americans officially l…
Heavy rain exacerbates suffering of Gazans
TEL AVIV: The first heavy rains of the season ahead of winter are exacerbating the plight of many people in the Gaza Strip.The civil defence authority, which is controlled by Hamas…
France qualify for World Cup as Portugal, Norway forced to wait
PARIS: France reached the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 win over Ukraine on Thursday as the country marked the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks, while Portugal were made to w…
A journey that always leads back to Oman
WHEN Brid Beeler first set foot in Oman in the early 1990s, she was instantly captivated by its unspoiled beauty – the rugged Hajar Mountains, the whispering dunes of Sharqiya, and…
Oman U17 team falls in first Thailand friendly
Muscat: The Oman U17 national team opened its external training camp in Thailand with a narrow, non-impactful loss in its first friendly match, falling 2-1 to the Thai U17 team. Th…
Oman U23 team registers 2–0 triumph in first camp friendly
Muscat: The Oman Olympic (U23) national football team launched its internal training camp in Muscat with a deserved 2–0 victory over Muscat Club in a friendly match that showcased…
Yoga for sports persons — active meditation for balance, strength
Muscat: Celebrating 30 years of wellness in Oman, Dr Prema Nagesh — founder of Vyaniti Yoga — has special sessions for sports persons to enhance their performance.“Yoga is not just…
Bumrah claims 5 as India seize advantage in first South Africa Test
KOLKATA: Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah claimed a five-wicket haul as India bowled out South Africa for 159 on the opening day of the first cricket Test on Friday.Electing to bat in…