Security threat at Hormuz serious, tanker hit by projectiles
Dubai – The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) says the maritime security threat level in the Strait of Hormuz remains critical due to ongoing military operations.ATh…
3 die on Atlantic cruise from suspected hantavirus: WHO
Praia, Cape Verde: With Agnes Pedrero in Geneva and Francois Ausseill in Johannesburg Three people have died on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the WHO said Sunday, one a confirmed…
US will help stranded ships leave Hormuz: Trump
President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States would launch a new effort to help guide stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed.Trum…
Passenger plane hits lamppost, truck while landing
New York – A United Airlines plane with 231 passengers and crew escaped a major disaster Sunday after one of its wheels clipped a lamppost and truck on a highway while on final ap…
Boeing faces civil trial over 737 MAX crash
New York – Boeing is scheduled to return to court Monday to face its latest lawsuit over a deadly 737 MAX crash in Ethiopia, brought by the family of a young American NGO worker.B…
What is Hantavirus, its causes and symptoms?
Hantavirus, a rare disease often caused by contact with droppings from infected rodents, is suspected in the deaths of three people who were aboard a cruise ship sailing the Atlant…
Job market satisfaction of SQU graduates at 85%
MUSCAT: Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) is implementing its strategic and operational plans aligned with Oman Vision 2040, having achieved progress on 13 of its indicators during 20…
GCC Traffic Week highlights wadi crossing risks, road safety awareness
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP), represented by the Directorate-General of Traffic, has launched the week-long 38th Unified GCC Traffic Week 2026 under the slogan ‘Cross Safely…
SQU highlights achievements, future vision
MUSCAT: Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) showcased its academic, research and institutional achievements during its 2026 annual media briefing, reaffirming its commitment to excellen…
MoE dismisses rumours, affirms no change in school timetable
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Education (MoE) has confirmed that the approved school day schedule for the 2025-2026 academic year will remain unchanged, dismissing social media rumours s…