Expat died from falling debris in Abu Dhabi
A Pakistani national died due to an incident involving falling debris in the Baniyas area, following the interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems, the Abu Dhabi M…
Beauty standards, homegrown idols, and “kebanggaan bangsa”(national treasure): K-pop fandom experiences in Indonesia
Oman Air Cargo to introduce fuel, war risk surcharges
In response to continued volatility in global aviation fuel markets and rising insurance costs for operations in elevated-risk or conflict-affected areas, Oman Air Cargo will intro…
200 US troops wounded in Iran war: Military
WASHINGTON – The number of U.S. troops wounded in the war against Iran has risen to about 200, the U.S. military said on Monday, as the conflict entered its third week.Reuters f…
Gulf importers to reroute as Hormuz closure jolts supply chains
DUBAI – Importers across the Gulf are scrambling to secure alternative routes for vital goods – from food to medicines and factory supplies – as the effective closure of the Horm…
Trump slams lukewarm response to Hormuz mission
President Donald Trump on Monday demanded that US allies help secure the Strait of Hormuz, but European powers pushed back on a possible mission to reopen the vital waterway shut b…
Jabal Al Akhdhar Spring Rose Festival on March 30
The Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah announced the launch of the Spring Rose Season Festival 2026 in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar from March 30. The annual event celebrates the u…
Nurses balance fasting, care in hospitals during Ramadhan
MUSCAT: Inside hospital corridors, where the rhythm of care never pauses, nurses continue their humanitarian mission — often breaking their fast quickly before returning to the be…
Applications open for 13th National Scientific Research Award
MUSCAT: The Research and Innovation Authority has announced the opening of applications for the 13th edition of the National Scientific Research Award for 2026, with submissions ac…
Talks focus on regional situation
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience on Monday at Al Barakah Palace to Dr Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Abro…