When remembrance becomes a way of life
There are moments in history that belong to history and there are moments that continue to speak to every generation! The commemoration of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birth marks…
Oman’s dialects offer insights into Arabia’s linguistic past: Historian
Oman’s historic role in trade with India and China is part of the story of how Arabic loanwords moved into Swahili, Indonesian, Malay and other languages. Oman’s ports were key nod…
Why the classroom needs a student-centred approach
As the new academic year approaches, teachers look ahead with a certain amount of excitement and trepidation. Students in higher education were born after 2006 or so, well after th…
I’m not gossiping, I’m just checking the facts
I don’t gossip. I want to make that very clear from the beginning. Of course, I sometimes share useful information about people who are not present, but you may agree with me that…
ISG launches ‘The Forum’ to turn student ideas into innovation
MUSCAT: The Indian School Al Ghubrah (ISG) has launched The Forum, a multipurpose innovation hub designed to help students transform ideas into concepts, prototypes and real-world…
Entrepreneur readiness matters more than paperwork: Development Bank
SALALAH, AUGUST 30SALALAH: Entrepreneurs seeking financing should focus first on the readiness and viability of their projects rather than viewing banking procedures as the main ob…
TRA Issues Number Portability Regulatory Framework
MUSCAT, AUGUST 30 The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has issued the Number Portability Regulatory Framework, a strategic move designed to empower end-users to select…
Oman water demand: 85% goes to agriculture
SALALAH, AUG 30 Agriculture and green areas account for around 85 per cent of water demand in Oman, placing agricultural efficiency at the centre of efforts to protect the country’…
For ‘Assassin’s Creed’ creator, new game ends a ‘very personal’ battle
More than 15 years, a bankruptcy and a legal battle later, “Assassin’s Creed” creator Patrice Desilets is finally looking ahead with “1666: Amsterdam”, a game that returns to the p…
Beneath the blue: Bandar Al Khairan’s hidden world
Last week, my friend and canyoning partner Hamood and I decided to take a breather from our usual canyon explorations and spend the day chilling at Bandar Al Khairan. This spot is…