Youth Centre discussion spotlights Omani values
IDRIS AL BALUSHIMUSCAT, OCT 11 As part of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth’s ongoing efforts to strengthen authentic Omani identity among young people, the Cultural Identi…
‘Voice of the Season 2025’ contest showcases Gulf vocal talent
SALALAH: The ‘Voice of the Season 2025’ competition commenced at Al Murooj Theatre in Salalah, as part of the Serbian Cultural Season Festival. The event is organised by the Dhofar…
Tourists flock to Wadi Al Shab, Oman’s hidden turquoise oasis
Travellers journeying along the coastal road connecting Qurayat to Sur may find it hard to believe that behind the rugged eastern mountains lie lush valleys where crystal waters wi…
Financial systems in Oman are not subject to any breach: CBO
In response to reports circulating on a cyber breach of one of the banks’ electronic systems, the Central Bank of Oman assures that all systems within the financial sector are oper…
Trump announces new 100% China tariff
Washington – US President Donald Trump announced an additional 100 percent tariff on China on Friday and threatened to cancel a summit with Xi Jinping, reigniting his trade war wit…
Some clarity on expat family visa renewal in Oman
Muscat: The Indian Embassy in Muscat has confirmed that some attested documents have been requested by the Royal Oman Police (ROP) for the renewal of residency visas of dependents….
Tax sops ships registered under the Omani flag
Muscat: The Tax Authority has announced the suspension of the imposition of withholding tax on service contracts provided on board ships that are registered under the Omani flag, f…
Heavy rains in some governorates today: Met
Heavy thunderstorms are expected in the governorates of North Al Batinah, South Al Batinah, Al Dhahirah, Al Dakhiliyah, and Al Buraimi Governorate as the Sultanate of Oman will be…
Drivers booked for transportation in inhuman conditions
Muscat: The police command in Al Wusta Governorate has stopped several drivers for transporting passengers in vehicles not designated for that purpose.**media[3154861]**It has star…
Major win for Trump on Gaza, but will it stand the test of time?
Washington – US President Donald Trump has undeniably scored a diplomatic victory by helping to broker a truce for Gaza, but the path to the lasting peace he says he wants for the…