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AS khareef season in Dhofar is nearing the end, the problem of insect bites at tourist spots has taken away the pleasure of visitors, as almost all of them are complaining of such a problem once they...

Whether you are ready or not, school reopening is right around the corner, and this means parents are once again starting to shop for new school supplies and clothing.Thousands of students across Oman...

While significant advancements have been made in enhancing inflight services, one aspect that needs attention is the size and design of toilets in the aircraft."We always have to endure various...

Just recently, a double trouble hit the woman of my house on a fine sunny Friday as she was driving from home to the nearby mall with the children.While on the way, she was given a nasty surprise when...

Small changes in sleeping patterns can lead to an increased risk of health problems. This includes people's liberty to adjust sleeping time even during work and rest days. The change in pattern,...

From this week for a month, the woman of my house is on a mission to visit her folks miles away from Oman.Whenever she travels, I always have this fear in me of being home alone, and my mind is...

With the rising cost of bringing in nannies and house helps to cater to children at home when parents are at work, employees in Oman are waiting for the day when workplace nurseries become a reality....

There is that part of life when you acknowledge that you are grateful for that one person you were chosen to unite and entangle together. We hear of phrases ‘two in one’ or ‘three in one’ but...

As more and more areas have been included as paid parking zones in Muscat due to the increase in the number of vehicles, and to eliminate the issue of abandoning vehicles in free parking slots, many...

For many women, Eid is the season to try new recipes. However, these days, things have turned around as we men have begun showing our skills in the kitchen.Last week, I asked the lady of the house not...

For many women, Eid is the season to try new recipes. However, these days, things have turned around as we men have begun showing our skills in the kitchen.Last week, I asked the lady of the house not...

The fear of driving (driving phobia) is a significant problem that can affect everyday life. In addition, in Oman, there are various fears related to driving that may cause panic and possibly leading...

This week, the world celebrated Father’s Day, and this space today is dedicated to all the great fathers out there who experience the unexpected challenges of being the men of their houses.For me,...

Omani photographer Ahmed al Saeedi made the Sultanate of Oman proud by winning silver at Qatar’s Sports Photography Competition for 2023.Organised by the Qatar Photography Centre, established by...

‘A stitch in time saves nine’ The other evening, as I was returning from work and resting on my favourite gray couch under the dim lights, I realised that, at most times, WhatsApp status goes hand...

While on the road, we must have come across a car with sunroof open and children gleefully poking out their heads and sometimes half of their bodies dangling outside the top of the vehicles. This is a...

As long, hot summer days are here, today, I dedicate this space to highlight the aspects endangering the health and lives of ‘Men at Work’ who are toiling out there under the scorching sun.While...

Even though 16 years have passed, memories of the devastation caused by Cyclone Gonu when it hit and drastically affected Oman in June 2007 have not faded for those who went through the struggles.It...

If you have always wanted to really understand any person's nature, attitude, behaviour, mood or way of life, it is now easier than ever before. Just go and visit his/her WhatsApp Status. In some...

'Mine is hers'So this grand event happened in one of the most profound hotels in the country. The invitation was to bring a "plus one". They nailed it because, truthfully speaking, I could search the...