Local farmers’ growing love affair with strawberries and modern farming
In recent months, strawberries have emerged as an unexpected agricultural sensation in Oman, captivating the interest of both farmers and consumers alike. Once a novelty in the reg…
Liverpool beat Newcastle 3-2 in Premier League thriller
NEWCASTLE, United Kingdom: Liverpool needed a 100th minute winner from 16-year old Rio Ngumoha to beat Newcastle 3-2, after blowing a two-goal lead against 10 men, in a Premier Lea…
New dino species discovered with ‘eye-catching sail’ along its back
Scientists have discovered a new species of dinosaur which had an “eye-catching sail” along its back and tail that might have been used to attract mates.The new iguanodontian dinos…
Transfer of parking permits to be done online in Muscat
The e-services of Muscat Municipality now allow editing details, transferring the parking permit to another vehicle, or even changing the booking area within the current permit.As…
HM bids farewell to Bahrain’s King
Salalah – His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik led the farewell ceremony for His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, as the Bahraini monarch departed from Salalah’s R…
Crowne Plaza Duqm welcomes its first Omani GM
Muscat – IHG Hotels and Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the appointment of Yousuf al Rahbi as General Manager of Crowne Plaza Duqm. Al Rahbi beco…
220 new irrigation plots boost rural farming with climate-smart solutions
Nestled in one of Zimbabwe’s most arid agricultural landscapes, Green Fuel is spearheading a remarkable transformation.
First commercial sesame cultivation project launched in Oman
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman launched its first commercial sesame cultivation project in Dhofar Governorate, marking a significant step towards strengthening national food securit…
Oman Air launches 3-day sale to GCC
Oman Air has announced an exclusive 3-day sale to travel across the GCC for RO 29. The offer covers the airline’s regional network, which includes Dubai, Doha, Bahrain, Kuwait, Riy…
Hafeet Rail receives first shipment of tracks
Hafeet Rail -the developer and operator of the project- received the first shipment of railway tracks through the General Cargo Terminal at Sohar Port and Freezone, which is oper…