US launches fresh strikes on Iran
WASHINGTON: The US launched new air strikes on Iranian targets on Tuesday, quashing hopes that an exchange of fire last weekend might not presage a wider renewal of hostilities.Oil…
Oman end Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers with win over Nepal
MUSCAT: Oman’s national basketball team concluded their Fiba Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers first round campaign on a positive note after defeating Nepal 76-62 at the Shabab Al Ahli…
Oman U20 rally past Qatar in Asian Qualifiers opener
MUSCAT: Oman’s national under-20 football team made a winning start to their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers campaign after coming from behind to defeat hosts Qatar 2-1 at…
Al Shabab edge Sur as Oman Club, Samayil open with wins
MUSCAT: Al Shabab produced the most entertaining result of Monday’s Jindal League opening-round action after edging Sur 3-2 at Sur Sports Complex, while Oman Club and Samayil also…
Oman and Saudi Arabia: Deep-rooted partnership, promising future
The Sultanate of Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continue to advance their bilateral relations across all domains at an accelerating pace, reflecting the shared vision and unw…
Pakistan selector and ex-captain Misbah resigns after coach sacked
KARACHI: Pakistan cricket selector and ex-captain Misbah-ul-Haq resigned following the shock sacking of red-ball head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed in the wake of successive Test defeats to…
Alcaraz makes winning return at US Open, Sabalenka safely through
NEW YORK: Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz didn’t miss a beat as he returned from a four-month injury absence with a straight-set first-round victory in the US Open on Monday.Out…
Oman karate squad eyes strong Asian showing in Amman
MUSCAT: Oman’s national karate team is stepping up its preparations for the 24th Asian Karate Championships for Cadets, Juniors and Under-21 athletes, which will be held in Amman,…
Al Sulaimi finishes seventh at Challenge Breton
MUSCAT: Omani para cyclist Sami bin Salim al Sulaimi concluded his campaign at the 2026 Challenge Breton International in France with seventh place in the overall standings of the…
Norway’s new king Haakon VIII takes oath before parliament
OSLO: King Haakon VIII of Norway took an oath before parliament on Tuesday following the death of his father, pledging to uphold the Nordic country’s constitution and laws in the l…