Israeli military identifies missiles launched from Iran
The Israeli military said it identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the state of Israel a short time ago, adding that defense systems are oper…
Exam screening ensures fairness, protects candidates
As students across the Sultanate of Oman prepare for examinations, the Ministry of Education has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a fair, secure and transparent examination…
Sayyid Badr bids farewell to Ambassadors of Indonesia, Switzerland, India
MUSCAT: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidy, Foreign Minister, received, separately, on Sunday Mohamad Arzan Johan, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia; Thomas Oertle, Ambassador…
14 stations seek to enhance rainfall across Oman
As part of its efforts to strengthen water security and maximise the benefits of favourable weather conditions, the Sultanate of Oman has invested in artificial rain enhancement te…
Net‑Zero progress, key development issues in Muscat discussed
Muscat: Muscat Municipal Council held a meeting on Sunday chaired by HH Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham al Said, Minister of State and Governor of Muscat.At the outset of the meeting, t…
Cyber law ensures fair use of social media
Muscat: The most notable provisions of Cyber Crime Law, promulgated under Royal Decree No 61/2026, are Article 36, which addresses violations of digital privacy. The article crimin…
Two seriously injured in Al Amerat restaurant fire
Firefighting teams from the Civil Defence and Ambulance Department in Muscat Governorate responded to a fire that broke out at a restaurant in the Wilayat of Al Amerat, resulting i…
Preparations underway for 2026 Grape Festival in North Al Sharqiyah
Al Mudhaibi: The North Al Sharqiyah Governorate is preparing to launch the annual Grape Festival in the Niyabat of Samad Al Shaan, within the Wilayat of Al Mudhaibi, on June 16-17….
Portugal, Belgium prepare for World Cup with wins
PARIS, France: Portugal and Belgium both won in front of their home fans on Saturday ahead of their latest attempts at World Cup breakthroughs.Portugal beat Chile, who are not goin…
Argentina stroll to pre-World Cup win over Honduras
COLLEGE STATION, United States: Argentina eased to a 2-0 victory against a lacklustre Honduras in the reigning champions’ penultimate World Cup warm-up game in Texas on Saturday.La…