Trump prefers to solve the Iran crisis through diplomacy
Washington – US President Donald Trump said he wanted to solve the confrontation with Iran through diplomatic means but warned that he would never allow Tehran to develop nuclear w…
Eid Al Fitr likely to be celebrated on March 20
MUSCAT, FEB 24Eid Al Fitr in Oman is likely to be celebrated on March 20 (Friday) as per astronomical calculations. This joyous occasion marks the end of the fasting month of Ramad…
Call for sanctions against Israel over West Bank moves
Palestinians on Tuesday called for sanctions against Israel, welcoming a joint condemnation by nearly 20 countries of new Israeli measures aimed at tightening control over the occu…
Seeb clinch eighth straight volleyball Shield
MUSCAT, FEB 24Seeb Club reaffirmed their dominance over Omani volleyball, clinching the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth Shield 2025–26 title after defeating Al Bashayer in st…
Former coach Macci says Serena certain to make comeback
NEW YORK: Serena Williams’ former coach Rick Macci believes the 23-time Grand Slam champion is certain to return to competitive tennis and said the 44-year-old is “going all out…
Former US Open champion Raducanu in no hurry to find new coach
LONDON: Emma Raducanu insists she is in no rush to find a new coach as the former US Open champion looks to revert to a “more aggressive style of play”.The British tennis player ha…
Al Nahda eye domestic treble after HM Cup win
MUSCAT, FEB 24Al Nahda Club head coach, André Jasmins, declared that his side is fully determined to clinch all remaining domestic titles this season, following their recent succes…
Honouring architects of future generations
Omani Teacher’s DayMUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman on Tuesday commemorated Omani Teacher’s Day, observed annually on February 24, in a celebration that reaffirms the teaching profess…
Youth Centre launches 2026 package
MUSCAT: The Youth Centre has announced the launch of a 2026 comprehensive package of training programmes during the holy month of Ramadhan. The programmes, to be held at Muscat Gra…
What an older person needs to know before fasting
MUSCAT, FEB 24There is no age limit to fasting. An older healthy adult may continue to fast. However, an older person suffering from chronic illness might not be able to fast as it…