Al Batinah North improves its place in food production
SUHAR: Performance indicators for 2025 confirm continuous growth across various productive sectors in Al Batinah North Governorate, supported by a package of strategic projects, in…
Nama moots production of biofuel
MUSCAT: Nama Water Services is implementing a pilot project to cultivate the camelina plant, one of the most prominent sustainable crops used in the production of biofuel.The proje…
Al Gharif brings Dhofar’s farm heritage to life
SALALAH: A new agri-tourism destination showcasing Dhofar’s rich agricultural heritage is drawing visitors during Khareef Dhofar 2026, offering a unique blend of nature, culture an…
US holds off on fresh Iran attack
CAIRO: President Donald Trump has said the US will hold off on a fresh attack on Iran as long as a deal can be reached quickly to halt Iran’s nuclear ambitions and reopen the Stra…
Greece battles wildfires, as Europe faces tense heat
ATHENS: Greek firefighters battled on Sunday to control a huge wildfire that has destroyed over 100 homes northwest of Athens, while a fresh blaze forced evacuations on the popular…
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill two, hit medical supply warehouses
GAZA CITY: Israeli strikes in Gaza killed two people and significantly damaged a hospital’s medical supply warehouses on Saturday, hospitals, the civil defence agency and the healt…
Pomegranate harvest begins in Al Jabal Al Akhdhar
Al Jabal Al Akhdar: The harvesting of pomegranate trees began recently in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. The crop’s cultivation runs through the m…
RAFO begins recruitment procedures for officer candidates
Muscat: The Royal Oman Air Force (RAFO), in coordination with the Ministry of Labour, on Sunday began recruitment procedures for a number of Omanis to join military service as warr…
Al Jabal Al Akhdar Festival attracts over 100,000 visitors
AL JABAL AL AKHDAR: More than 100,000 people visited Al Jabal Al Akhdar Festival 2026 from its opening until the end of July, reinforcing its role in stimulating tourism and econo…
Jashn-e-Deccan brings Sufi Qawwali Magic to Oman
MUSCAT: The Deccani Wing of the Indian Social Club (ISC) Oman celebrated its signature cultural event Jashn-e-Deccan 2026 with an evening of music, poetry and community recognitio…