A different type of dementia is changing what’s known about cognitive decline
A recently recognized form of dementia is changing the understanding of cognitive decline, improving the ability to diagnose patients and underscoring the need for a wider array of…
How healthy is ginger?
Ginger adds a zesty kick to weeknight curries and holiday cookies. It’s also a botanical remedy with a range of health benefits.It’s not a “cure-all,” said Megan Crichton, a resear…
Zelensky sees progress in Berlin talks
Berlin (dpa) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sees progress following negotiations with US representatives over a peace plan for his country, but he said several difficult…
RO 150m sugar refinery in Suhar to boost food security
SUHAR: The inauguration of the Oman Sugar Refinery (OSR) factory was celebrated on Monday at Sohar Port and Freezone. This is a significant industrial project for the food security…
HM confers order upon ILO chief
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik conferred the Order of Appreciation upon Gilbert Houngbo, Director-General of the International Labour Organisation (ILO). This honour recognis…
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An Afghan vendor selling balloons waits for customers along a road in Kabul. — AFP
HM confers Oman Civil Order upon UN Chief
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has conferred Oman Civil Order (First Class) upon António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) during an audience at Al Barak…
Oman celebrates 80 years of UN
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has conferred Oman Civil Order (First Class) upon António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN) during an audience at Al Barak…
The art of Tolkien illustrator John Howe
John Howe, the illustrator who brought J R R Tolkien’s universe to life, is now inviting the world into his mind’s eye by setting up his studio in a medieval prison-turned-museum i…
HIKING LEBANON’S HIDDEN NATURAL GEMS
Hiking through the Al Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve in Mount Lebanon, the ecotourism expert followed a trail that led to the top of the hills covered by Lebanon’s emblematic millenniu…