Hong Kong tower fire toll rises to 128
HONG KONG – The death toll from Hong Kong’s worst fire in nearly 80 years has risen to 128, and about 200 people remain missing from the high-rise residential complex that was eng…
In Turkey, with a message of outreach, Pope meets Erdogan
Pope Leo XIV kicked off the first foreign trip of his papacy on Thursday, arriving in Muslim-majority Turkey for a visit aimed at showcasing his interest in dialogue with other fai…
Embassies around world celebrate National Day
The Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Brunei Darussalam held a reception to celebrate the glorious National Day on Wednesday.Irma bint Said al Kathiriyah, Ambassador of the Sulta…
Israel launches new strikes in south Lebanon
The Israeli military said it had carried out another series of strikes against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon on Thursday, exactly a year into the ceasefire with the group.Lebanon’s…
SQU researcher wins L’Oréal-Unesco award
Ahoud bint Mohammed al Ghadaniyah, a PhD researcher at Sultan Qaboos University, has been awarded the L’Oréal-Unesco Young Talents in the Middle East 2025 award for her scientific…
Al Batinah South Governorate attracts tourists during holidays
AL RUSTAQ: A number of sites in Al Batinah South Governorate witnessed active tourism, as the governorate is an ideal destination for many types of tourism, including heritage, his…
Oman participates in Halal Expo in Istanbul
The Sultanate of Oman participated in Halal Expo 2025 held in Istanbul with the participation of more than 50 countries. The event attracted over 50,000 visitors from more than 100…
Oman calls for end to use of chemical weapons
THE HAGUE: The Sultanate of Oman, in a joint statement on behalf of 23 countries, stressed the need to stop violations related to the use of chemical materials in conflict zones, a…
Thunder NBA win streak hits 10 but Detroit’s ends at 13
MIAMI: Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fought through illness to score 40 points and lead Oklahoma City to a 10th consecutive victory on Wednesday while D…
Liverpool humbled again as Arsenal down Bayern in CL
Liverpool slumped to an embarrassing 4-1 Champions League defeat at Anfield by PSV Eindhoven to pile more pressure on Arne Slot, while Arsenal ended Bayern Munich’s unbeaten start…