MUSCAT: Shabab Oman II has achieved an unprecedented milestone during its participation in the SAIL Amsterdam 2025 festival, one of the most prominent maritime events in the world. For the first time in the ship’s history, this iconic Omani vessel welcomed its one-millionth visitor, a symbolic moment that underscores its growing influence as a cultural…
MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange witnessed a remarkable increase in trading activity, with the total value of trades reaching RO 33.6 million, up sharply by 40.1 percent compared to the previous session’s RO 23.98 million. This surge reflects heightened investor confidence and active market participation, signaling a strong appetite for equities among both individual and…
MUSCAT: Tomorrow, teaching staff, support groups, and supervisors will begin their work in public and special education schools as part of preparations for the 2025/2026 academic year, with students returning next Sunday. This year, public schools will accommodate 66,379 teachers across 1,303 schools, alongside 11,183 administrators and technicians, while special education institutions include 241 teachers…
MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik expressed his sincere condolences to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of the State of Kuwait, and the Al-Sabah family following the passing of Sheikha Suad, wife of Sheikh Fadel Al-Khaled Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and sister of the Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah….
MUSCAT: During the meeting in Muscat, General Al Nu’amani expressed heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Farahat for his efforts in reinforcing the strong relationship between the Sultanate of Oman and the State of Palestine. The discussion underscored the importance of fostering bilateral ties in various sectors, reflecting Oman’s unwavering commitment to collaboration and mutual development. General…
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) recently addressed a case involving a vehicle purchase dispute in Al Suwaiq after a consumer reported significant issues with a car bought through a social media advertisement. Upon delivery, the buyer discovered multiple defects that were not disclosed beforehand. Initially, the seller promised to repair the identified faults; however,…
MUSCAT: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has announced an increase in the minimum monthly pay for overseas Filipino domestic workers from US$400 to US$500, a reform issued under the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. that will apply to newly hired domestic staff as well as returning workers on re-employment; authorities have allowed a…
MUSCAT: The Directorate recently reported the successful production and distribution of 8,347 pastoral seedlings to 385 beneficiaries, including livestock breeders, rural women, farmers, and various public and private organizations. By providing these seedlings free of charge, the initiative directly supports communities reliant on agriculture and apiculture, promoting sustainable livelihoods and enhancing local resource management. The…
MUSCAT: The Lamir Al Mughsail project, founded by Nader bin Bakhit Fadhil and his team, was launched during the 2022 Khareef Dhofar season to leverage the area’s natural beauty, including silver beaches, freshwater fountains, and the nearby Al Marneef Cave. The initiative aims to offer a distinctive tourism experience focused on environmental sustainability while preserving…
MUSCAT: Omani endurance athlete Hamed Al Harthi is gearing up for one of the world’s most challenging ultra-marathons, the 122-kilometre Silk Route Ultra in Ladakh, India, which takes place at elevations up to 5,400 meters. Known as the highest ultra-marathon globally, the race tests runners with extreme cold, low oxygen levels, and rugged terrain. Al…
