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Time is passing much faster than I ever realised that it would. This year specifically, I feel it passed so quickly, like it was never there. This feeling of “time flies” has its impacts in more...

With only a few days left for us to bid bye-bye to 2024, most of us will be thinking about what this year has been about and starting to ponder what we want for the new year.At times, this year has...

Many memories fade over time, but some remain as sharp and sore as ever. For me, one such memory turned 40 years on December 3, 2024. The day remains unforgettable in my life.In the chilly intervening...

The outcome at the UN-sponsored climate conference in Azerbaijan's capital, Baku, is not surprising. After intense negotiations through gruelling sessions, the wealthy have agreed on a deal that both...

It is now a distinctive time in the Sultanate of Oman as the county is in festive fever marking its 54th National Day. The celebration is not just limited to Oman alone but is cherished by everyone...

From its exciting shorelines to majestic mountains, from the vast deserts to its architectural grandeur, the Sultanate of Oman, without doubt, one can say is a slice of paradise on earth.Though it may...

Although life was tough even before the war in the tiny strip of Gaza, the misery, beyond the destruction of critical infrastructure, including roads, schools, and hospitals, is being further...

It’s no hype that AI, the term that stands for Artificial Intelligence, is changing our daily lives more than what we really realise. It has dabbled into everything around us, from homes to...

In a recent media essay on city life, a 12th grade student wrote, “I’m a city kid, but I don’t like my city any more. It’s no more inspiring. It’s dusty, foggy, dirty, and smelly. I am tired...

Having a meal together with the loved ones is a way of fostering bonds with each other. It is one of the most important expressions of social living in all cultures around the world. In fact, many...

It is projected that there will be a population of nearly 10 billion living in the world by 2050, which means about 3 billion more people need food than they were in 2010. It is a task that is harder...

Phones are tools that help us connect to family and friends, learn, and see delightful things about the world. But if we do not keep a balance in their use, they can turn out to be problematic on...

Every year on October 2, the world celebrates the International Day of Non-violence "to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding, and non-violence."The UN General Assembly had every good...

For millions in the world today, eating the minimum amount of food every day is a dream! Several of them have already joined the ranks of that chronically undernourished group.According to the 2024...

Today we are living in a world stained by wars, conflicts, extremism, violence, and hatred. Though all of us wish peace to be a reality, unfortunately, it remains elusive!We know peace is not just the...

For any visitor, the appeal of a city is based on its vibrant art and architecture, geographical setting, unique cultural identity, etc. While plenty of urban destinations are scenic during the day,...

Tomorrow, September 5, we will be celebrating the International Day of Charity to acknowledge and honour the power of kindness that has on our society.Charity is a word that we hear every day, and we...

The Sultanate of Oman is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for global travellers thanks to its systematic positioning, amazing history, friendly people, spectacular scenery, and diverse...

In today's constantly evolving job market, education needs to shift more towards preparing students with entrepreneurial skills and specific job careers than traditional reliance on formal...

As population is witnessing an exponential growth, countries in the world are facing a demographic shift. This means more people are living in cities, posing more challenges for countries in providing...