MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded its growing fleet with the arrival of its newest aircraft, an Airbus A321neo named ‘Muttrah’. The name, which pays tribute to Muscat’s historic coastal district, was selected through a popular Instagram vote organised by the airline. Thousands of passengers and social media followers participated in the online…
MUSCAT: A tragic road accident in Oman’s Ibri Wilayat has resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left one person critically injured following a collision involving a heavy truck. Preliminary reports from local authorities indicate that the incident occurred along a major transport route frequently used by commercial vehicles linking Ibri to surrounding areas….
NORTH AL BATINAH: North Batinah Municipality has closed a café found operating without the required commercial license and in violation of established health and safety regulations. The enforcement action follows an inspection campaign aimed at ensuring adherence to municipal standards across food and beverage establishments. Inspectors reported that the café was functioning despite the absence…
MUSCAT: Issued under the authority of the Veterinary Quarantine Law promulgated by Royal Decree No. 45/2004, alongside its Executive Regulations under Ministerial Resolution No. 107/2008, the newly enacted decision reflects concerted efforts to uphold animal welfare and safeguard public health. Acting on the recommendation of the competent veterinary authority, it introduces a prohibition on importing…
MUSCAT: In a series of interventions conducted last week, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) successfully recovered a total of OMR 7,000 for affected consumers across Al Dakhliyah and Al Suwaiq. The recovery was part of ongoing efforts to ensure service providers adhere to fair trade practices and fulfill their obligations. Cases involved consumers who had…
MUSCAT: Oman’s economic landscape experienced a remarkable upswing in the second quarter of 2025, with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) reporting a year-on-year growth of over 306% in licensed commercial activities across various governorates. This substantial increase highlights renewed investor confidence and an accelerated pace of business establishment and registration. It…
UAE: The United Arab Emirates is positioning itself at the forefront of the global artificial intelligence (AI) revolution by integrating AI education across its entire academic spectrum. In a bold move, the UAE plans to embed AI into the national curriculum starting from kindergarten, laying a foundational understanding of emerging technologies at an early age….
AZERBAIJANI: In a significant development aimed at revitalizing energy access in Syria, Azerbaijani natural gas has officially started flowing into the country through the Kilis-Aleppo pipeline, which passes via Türkiye. This move marks the first time Azerbaijani energy resources are being directly channeled into Syrian infrastructure, creating potential for widespread electricity improvements in areas suffering…
SLOVENIA: Slovenia has announced a comprehensive arms embargo on Israel, covering the import, export, and transit of weapons to and from the country. Prime Minister Robert Golob made the declaration following a cabinet meeting held on Thursday, stating that the decision aligns with Slovenia’s commitment to international law and peace efforts in the Middle East….
USA: U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the agency responsible for compiling America’s official employment data. The move comes amid increasing tensions surrounding the administration’s trade policies and growing criticism of how job figures are reported. Trump accused the agency leader of manipulating employment statistics to…
