Paris landmarks shutter early amid heatwave
PARIS: The Eiffel Tower and other Paris landmarks announced early closures over the weekend as a quarter of mainland France was under the highest heat alert level on Saturday in th…
Firefighters gain upper hand on deadly Spain wildfire
LOS GALLARDOS: Firefighters aided by better weather on Saturday gained the upper hand on one of Spain’s deadliest wildfires as survivors described “horrific” and terrifying moments…
One donor, Eight lives: OMAN PUSHES ORGAN DONATION AWARENESS
A single organ donor can offer a new lease of life to up to eight people facing life-threatening organ failure — a reality that remains little known among many members of society….
Oman trade surplus holds above RO 2 billion
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman recorded a merchandise trade surplus of RO 2.09 billion in the first four months of 2026, broadly stable compared with RO 2.11 billion in the same per…
Oman, Dutch partners step up green hydrogen corridor initiative
MUSCAT: Building on expanding cooperation in green hydrogen, a high-level Omani delegation visited the Netherlands for two days of meetings and technical engagements hosted by the…
Oman offers RO 16 million healthcare projects
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman has launched four healthcare investment opportunities valued at about RO 16 million as it seeks to expand specialised medical services, strengthen loc…
Referees doing excellent job: Argentina’s Martinez
KANSAS CITY: Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez dismissed controversy over refereeing in the World Cup on Friday and said match officials had done an excellent job after Egypt cr…
South Africa midfielder Adams dies aged 25
CAPE TOWN: South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side’s group stage games at the 2026 World Cup, has died, the country’s sports min…
A model presents a creation by designer Matthieu Blazy as part of his Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 collection show for the fashion house Chanel. -Reuters
Animal Kingdom
This photograph shows a brown bear (Ursus arctos) at the Arcturos Bear Sanctuary in Greecea, a refuge for bears rescued from captivity. -AFP