The dawn that feels different
Before dawn that day breaks, the world feels different! The streets are quieter, hearts beat with excitement and lights glow softly from kitchen windows. The smell of cardamom, saf…
When fate becomes an excuse for inaction
People love to blame fate. It has become the easiest escape button in life. A person forgets to do his work, then proudly says that destiny blocked his way. Another person repeats…
Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say
CAIRO/GAZA: An Israeli airstrike on an apartment in a refugee camp in central Gaza on Sunday left three people dead, including a six-month-old child, health officials said.Medic…
Oman’s food security system tested by regional tensions
SALALAH: Regional tensions and disruptions to shipping routes have exposed the fragility of Gulf food supply chains, but Oman has so far maintained stable food availability through…
A’Sharqiyah University to open new branch in Sur
Muscat: A’Sharqiyah University is set to expand its academic footprint with the establishment of a new branch in the Wilayat of Sur, in South al Sharqiyah Governorate, according to…
At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants
A bomb blast hit a shuttle train carrying Pakistani security personnel and their families in the southwestern province of Balochistan on Sunday, officials said, in the latest maj…
Shark kills man in Australia’s Queensland state
Sydney: A man died after a shark attack in northern Queensland state on Sunday, the third fatal shark attack this year in Australia.The 39-year-old man died from a critical head i…
Iran and US closing in on deal to end war
Tehran: The United States and Iran could strike a deal to end the Middle East war as early as Sunday, Washington’s top diplomat said, while Tehran insisted the agreement would do…
Muscat Stock Exchange extends trading hours
Muscat: Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) announced the extension of its trading hours effective June 1, 2026, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen market infrastructure, enhanc…
Barcelona power to 4-0 women’s Champions League final win over Lyon
OSLO: Barcelona forwards Ewa Pajor and Salma Paralluelo both netted two second-half goals as their side cruised to a 4-0 win over OL Lyonnes to win the women’s Champions League f…