Pakistan’s India boycott splits fans
KARACHI: Pakistan’s decision to boycott its Twenty20 World Cup match against India has drawn widespread support from fans and administrators who hailed the move as a long-overdue…
Sha‘baniyah sparks pre-Ramadhan joy
As Oman prepares to welcome the holy month of Ramadhan, the Wilayat of Sur comes alive with the annual celebration of Sha‘baniyah, a cherished folk tradition that continues to refl…
Public Prosecution caseload up by 19%
MUSCAT: Labour cases rose to 22,309 in 2025, against 12,407 in 2024, as bounced cheque cases shot to 10,482 against 9,699 the previous year, according to the Public Prosecution Dep…
Call for extra caution during desert, camping trips
Muscat: The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) renewed its call for families to exercise extra caution during desert and camping trips, urging close supervision of childr…
Sohar Festival 2026 wraps up, showcasing culture and community
SUHAR: The fourth edition of the Sohar Festival concluded on a high note, leaving widespread satisfaction among residents of Al Batinah North and reinforcing the festival’s reputat…
Fiber Connect MENA conference opens in Muscat
MUSCAT: The 15th Annual Fiber Connect Council MENA Conference and Exhibition commenced on Monday in Muscat, reaffirming Oman’s growing role as a regional hub for digital infrastruc…
Moringa, a potential weapon against cancer cells: Study
MUSCAT: A recent study at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) has explored the potential of moringa leaves as a natural agent in combating cancer cells, shedding new light on the plant’…
‘Teach to reach: expanding possibilities’
Muscat: The Care and Special Education (CSE), a specialised institution under Indian School Muscat, successfully hosted the Curtain Raiser Programme, ‘Teach to Reach – Expanding Po…
SQU, Hong Kong University explore academic, research collaboration
MUSCAT: A high-level delegation from the Education University of Hong Kong, led by its President Prof John Lee Chi-Kin, visited Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) on Monday to strength…
Rare pelican sighting in Salalah marks first appearance since 2019
SALALAH: For a brief but memorable spell, three wandering pelicans – unseen in Salalah since 2019 – transformed the calm waters of Dahreez lagoon into a scene of quiet wonder, draw…