Iran says no progress on reviving interim peace deal with US
DUBAI/WASHINGTON: Iran and the United States remain at loggerheads over efforts to agree a permanent end to the war in the Gulf, according to a senior Iranian source, who said the…
Iran says Strait of Hormuz is under its control, Fars news reports
DUBAI: The Strait of Hormuz is “under Iran’s control and management”, the head of Iran’s Basij paramilitary unit, Hossein Taeb, said on Thursday, according to the semi-official…
Air India expands drug testing to all pilots after captain tests positive for marijuana
NEW DELHI: Air India will begin mandatory substance testing for all pilots on Thursday, expanding checks beyond regulatory requirements days after a pilot involved in a serious…
Ras Madrakah beacharea hit by oil pollution
MUSCAT: The Environment Authority continues to monitor the repercussions of the vessel grounding incident near Al Qibliyah Island, part of the Al Hallaniyat Islands archipelago in…
CDAA team completes training programme in China
MUSCAT: The Water Rescue Team of the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) concluded its participation in a specialised training programme in the People’s Republic of China….
354 heritage inns contribute to redefining tourism experience
AL RUSTAQ: Green inns, heritage inns, guest houses, rest stops and camps in Al Batinah South Governorate are contributing to redefining the tourism experience in the governorate, o…
MISTY DHOFAR BECKONS
The misty Dhofar, drenched in the Khareef, has been a hotbed for tourists from across the world since the season officially began on June 21, while sweltering summer is pushing eve…
Activities of ‘Air Sports Village’ begin
Activities of a week-long event titled ‘Air Sports Village’ kicked off in the Governorate of Dhofar on Wednesday. The event, which will run until August 17, is organised by Oman Ai…
Civilisation exhibition commences in Dhofar
SALALAH: The “My Identity: Oman – Identity and Civilization” event and exhibition on Wednesday commenced at the Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture and Entertainment in the Wi…
Sharifa al Malki: When Art Becomes a Way of Giving
Some stories begin with a career and end with a title. Others keep changing shape, gathering new meaning with every chapter. The story of Omani artist Sharifa al Malki belongs to t…