Gulf Green Transport Forum in Dhofar from August 31
Salalah — The Gulf Green Transport Forum will kick off in Salalah on August 31, with the participation of specialists and experts from various Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) coun…
Oman Air partners with Turkish Airlines for FFP
MUSCAT – 13 August 2025: Oman Air and Turkish Airlines have announced a strategic Frequent Flyer Programme (FFP) Partnership to enhance the travel experience for their loyaltymembe…
Typhoon Podul hits Taiwan
Taiwan: Typhoon Podul slammed into southeastern Taiwan on Wednesday, with powerful winds and heavy rain lashing the island.The typhoon had wind gusts of 191 kilometres (119 miles)…
India PM likely to meet Trump in US next month
NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to meet President Donald Trump during a visit to the United States next month to attend the UN General Assembly meeting, t…
Dhofar Governorate launches ‘Dhofar Inspiration and Creativity Award’ for digital content creators
Salalah: The Governorate of Dhofar has launched the Dhofar Inspiration and Creativity Award – “Dhofar is Told”, announced during the media and partners gathering. With a clear and…
Two-month ban on Kingfish fishing announced
Muscat: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources(MAFWR) has announced the implementation of a ban on the fishing, trading, and handling of king fish (known locall…
What are main issues of expats in Oman handled by OHRC?
The few complaints handled by the Oman Human Rights Commission (OHRC) related to monthly wages, transfer to a new employer, passport recovery, and the provision of travel tickets….
Oman reaffirms support for UN maritime efforts
Muscat: Oman has reiterated its full support for the UN Security Council’s efforts and UN-led initiatives aimed at addressing maritime challenges and threats, calling for enhanced…
Once a death sentence, this heart condition is finally treatable
When James Hicks, 75, was diagnosed with heart failure, it felt like the beginning of the end.Hicks, a former railroad worker from Rogers, Arkansas, had quietly dealt with various…
Passwords under threat as tech giants seek tougher security
Paris – Fingerprints, access keys, and facial recognition are putting a new squeeze on passwords as the traditional computer security method, but are also running into public hesit…