Ederson to replace injured Wesley in Brazil World Cup squad
Newark, United States: The Brazilian football federation (CBF) announced on Sunday injured full-back Wesley will be replaced in the World Cup squad by midfielder Ederson.Wesley su…
As climate shifts, malaria gains ground in southern Africa
In a remote South African village, Paulina Mhlongo sits in the yard as health workers in green protective gear move briskly through her home, soaking the walls with anti-mosquito…
Tsunami warning after strong earthquake hits southern Philippines
A powerful earthquake struck near the southern Philippine island of Mindanao early Monday, prompting tsunami warnings across parts of the region. The quake struck at 7:37 am (2337…
Yemen’s Houthis declare ban on Israeli shipping in Red Sea: statement
Yemen’s Houthis announced a missile attack on Israel on Monday and declared a ban on Israeli shipping in the Red Sea, raising the spectre of a return to major disruption on the key…
Israel, Iran trade fire for first time since truce
Israel and Iran exchanged attacks on Monday for the first time since a ceasefire in the Middle East war took effect two months ago, despite US President Donald Trump calling for r…
Iran says missile attacks targeted military installations in Israel
Tehran: Iran’s armed forces have said their missile attacks onIsrael targeted military installations. The Ramat David airbase, located south-east of the city of Haifa, wasattacked…
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…