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USA: Frank Caprio, the widely admired Rhode Island judge known as “the nicest judge in the world,” has passed away after a battle with cancer, his family confirmed on social media. Caprio’s death marks the end of a remarkable career defined by compassion, fairness, and a deep understanding of the human side of justice. His…

MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) reported that its Police Command in Musandam Governorate successfully apprehended fifteen individuals of Asian nationality who were attempting to enter Oman illegally. The operation was carried out following careful monitoring and intelligence coordination, ensuring that the suspects were intercepted before they could cross the border undetected. Authorities confirmed that…

MUSCAT: The Indian School Muscat has issued an official circular to parents of students in Classes IX to XII, emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining regular attendance in accordance with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Examination Bye-Laws. The school highlighted that consistent attendance is not only a requirement for eligibility in examinations but…

MUSCAT: The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) in Muscat successfully carried out a rescue operation after two individuals became stranded at sea and were unable to navigate back to shore. The incident, captured in a video shared on the authority’s X (formerly Twitter) platform, highlighted the quick response and coordination of emergency teams in…

MUSCAT: The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) in Muscat has taken proactive measures by temporarily closing certain areas following heavy rainfall and a noticeable rise in water levels. This step has been implemented in coordination with relevant authorities to mitigate any risks to public safety, as unstable weather conditions persist across affected regions. The…

MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued an advisory warning motorists about the heightened risks of driving in dusty weather, emphasizing the need for vigilance to prevent accidents and protect all road users. Drivers are urged to maintain a safe distance between vehicles, reduce speed, and ensure that both front and rear lights are…

MUSCAT: Speaking at the African Development Conference in Tokyo, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the urgent need to halt ongoing violence in Gaza. He highlighted the immediate necessity of reaching a ceasefire to prevent further civilian casualties and the destruction of vital infrastructure. Guterres underscored that military operations targeting densely populated areas of the city…

MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced the arrest of two housemaids involved in a violent assault and robbery targeting a housewife in the Wilayat of Al Qabil. According to the official statement, the suspects attacked the victim using bladed weapons, restrained her, and stole gold jewellery, cash, and a mobile phone before fleeing the…

MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) 30 index recorded a gain of 0.43 percent, settling at 4,938.93 points compared to the previous day’s close of 4,917.68 points. This upward movement reflects a cautiously positive sentiment among investors amid varied performance across different sectors. The total trading value decreased to RO 24.19 million, marking a 29…