KERALA: An 18-year-old college student in Kerala has tragically passed away after attempting an extreme diet that he followed from a YouTube video. The diet, which was promoted as a quick way to lose weight, involved severely restricted food intake and unhealthy eating practices. His death has brought attention to the alarming impact of social…
MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of congratulations to Mark Carney on his election as the new Prime Minister of Canada. The message conveyed the Sultan’s sincere wishes for Carney’s success in leading Canada towards further progress and prosperity. In his cable, His Majesty expressed Oman’s commitment to strengthening bilateral…
BAHLA: Firefighting teams in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate swiftly responded to a house fire in the Wilayat of Bahla, preventing it from spreading to nearby properties. The incident, which occurred in a residential area, prompted immediate action from emergency responders, who arrived on the scene within minutes of receiving the alert. Their quick intervention ensured the…
PHILIPPINES: The latest initiative introduced by Manila aligns with the government’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from illegal recruitment and exploitation. Recognizing the vulnerability of OFWs to deceptive job offers and fraudulent recruiters, authorities have intensified measures to ensure stricter monitoring and enforcement of labor laws. This move aims to prevent human…
KUWAIT: Recent figures indicate a significant decline in the total number of domestic workers, which fell to 780,930 by the end of December 2024. This drop reflects ongoing shifts in labor market dynamics, regulatory changes, and evolving economic conditions. Many factors have contributed to this reduction, including stricter employment policies, changing demand for household assistance,…
More than 40,000 users across the United States reported experiencing service disruptions, according to data collected by the monitoring website Down Detector. The reports surged within a short time, indicating a major outage affecting multiple platforms and services. Users voiced their frustrations on social media, highlighting issues such as connectivity failures, app malfunctions, and difficulties…
USA: In a recent interview on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures,” President Donald Trump refrained from ruling out the possibility that his economic policies, including aggressive tariffs on America’s trade partners, might lead to a recession. When asked by host Maria Bartiromo about concerns regarding an economic slowdown, Trump acknowledged that economic transitions can take…
KUWAIT: Kuwaiti authorities have intensified efforts to combat begging during the holy month of Ramadan, leading to the arrest of 11 expatriates—eight women and three men. This move is part of a broader campaign to uphold public order and prevent the exploitation of religious sentiments for financial gain. The government has reiterated its commitment to…
YEMEN: The Ministry of Agriculture has officially lifted the ban on animal imports from Yemen, a decision that has significant implications for both the livestock sector and agricultural trade. The ban, which had been in place for several years, was initially imposed due to concerns over the spread of diseases, such as foot-and-mouth disease, and…
MUSCAT: Karwa Motors has issued a public clarification to address recent comments circulating on social media about the quality of its buses. The company has reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to providing high-quality buses that meet the Gulf standard specifications, ensuring that its products continue to serve the region’s transportation needs with reliability and safety. This…
