Excess screen time bad for kids’ brains
Smartphone addiction is no longer a time pass, but a real challenge for parents that requires a deep understanding of its roots and causes. Studies indicate that mobile usage excee…
Al Mazyouna sees development projects across various sectors
AL MAZYOUNA: Saif bin Hamoud al Busaidy, Wali of Al Mazyouna, said that the governorate represents a geographical and economic bridge connecting the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)…
UTAS-Al Musannah reinforces alumni ties at 2026 Forum
AL MUSANNAH: Under the auspices of Eng Masoud bin Said al Hashmi, Governor of Al Batinah South, the University of Technology and Applied Sciences – Al Musannah hosted its Alumni Fo…
People with special needs walk the red carpet
MUSCAT: Over 100 children and adults were greeted with cheers and flashing lights as they entered the Diplomatic Club in Muscat on Friday night.This global event, which saw compani…
ROP launches 2025 Security Research Competition
MUSCAT: Royal Oman Police (ROP) has announced the launch of the 2025 Security Research Competition, reinforcing its commitment to advancing scientific research in the security fiel…
Flexible retirement for women under new Social Protection Law
MUSCAT: The Social Protection Law has provided flexible retirement options for women to reflect their role as contributors to economic growth and society. The new framework seeks t…
Azura Beach Residences target long-term investors with expanded portfolio
MUSCAT: Al Mouj Muscat has launched Azura Beach Residences 3 and 4, adding 570 luxury apartments and 41 four-bedroom duplex chalets with marina and ocean views — and marking the fi…
Offshore CCS: From global precedent to regional opportunities
As climate commitments deepen and industrial decarbonisation becomes more urgent, offshore carbon capture and storage (CCS) is steadily moving from a niche solution into a core com…
When losing a job feels like losing yourself
The Korean film ‘No Other Choice’ begins with Yoo Man-su, a manager at a paper factory, enjoying a barbecue with his wife, two children and their dogs. It is an ordinary moment, co…
Impact of the creative industry on entrepreneurship
The creative industry has become one of the most important parts of the modern day’s economy while helping develop more entrepreneurship potential. Creative industry includes: arts…