MUSCAT: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that wildfires are becoming a major contributor to worsening air pollution worldwide, according to its latest Air Quality and Climate Bulletin. The agency explained that fires, intensified by climate change, release harmful pollutants that can spread across entire continents. These emissions significantly increase fine particulate matter, particularly…
MUSCAT: The 3rd International Nephrology Conference opened in Salalah under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar, bringing together senior officials, healthcare leaders, and global experts. Organized by the Omani Society for Kidney Diseases and Transplantation in cooperation with the Directorate General of Health Services in Dhofar, the…
MUSCAT: The Sub-Committee of the Committee of Permanent Representatives to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) convened in Nairobi to review UNEP’s performance and outline its 2026–2029 strategy. Delegates assessed existing frameworks, explored ways to strengthen financial resources, and began drafting proposals for resolutions to be considered at the seventh session of the UN Environment Assembly…
MUSCAT: The Oman Cycling Federation, in cooperation with Dhofar Municipality, has announced the upcoming Dhofar Classic Cycling Tour, featuring five races covering over 700 kilometres across Dhofar Governorate. The highlight of the event is the inaugural Dhofar Classic, a 178-kilometre race from Al Mughsail to the Darbat Waterfalls, showcasing the region’s stunning landscapes. The event…
MUSCAT: His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, held a phone call with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on Friday to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations. The leaders emphasized their commitment to enhancing cooperation across political, economic, and cultural spheres, reflecting the longstanding…
MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has issued a royal pardon for 341 prisoners convicted in various cases, including both Omani and foreign nationals. The announcement, made through an official source at the Royal Oman Police, highlights the Sultan’s gesture of compassion and mercy on the occasion of the Prophet’s Birthday…
MUSCAT: On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, presided over a ceremony at Al Mawlid Hall in Al Alam Palace to commemorate the Prophet’s Birth Anniversary with a recital of the Biography of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The event highlighted…
MUSCAT: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced its approval for Iraqi Airways to begin operating scheduled flights to Muscat International Airport starting on January 6, 2025. This decision is seen as an important step in enhancing air connectivity between Oman and Iraq, reflecting the CAA’s strategic role in supporting the Sultanate’s position as a…
MUSCAT: On behalf of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports, and Youth, presided over the recitation of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) biography at Al Mawlid Hall in Al Alam Palace. The event was organized to commemorate the birthday of the Prophet (PBUH) and…
MUSCAT: A research study conducted by Sultan Qaboos University has identified over 400 species of seaweed in Oman’s seas, with 18 species being unique to the country, most of which are found in the Dhofar Governorate. The study emphasizes the commercial potential of these marine plants, noting that they can be cultivated without the need…
