Why Oman's 'winter' is delayed? Weather expert explains
Muscat: Many on social media are pondering why Oman is still enduring high temperatures in October. Traditionally, by this point in the year, the skies would have transitioned to a vibrant blue,...
New initiative brings weather groups together
The Civil Aviation Authority has established a national group that brings together all representatives of the weather groups present in Oman with their heads and representatives of the groups, in...
Temperatures to rise during weekend; Jabal Shams cools down
Muscat: Camping in Jabal Shams might turn out to be cold at night as it records 13.7 degrees Celsius at night.Oman Met Office, however, has announced that there are expectations of a relative rise in...
Celebration marks Women’s Day with focus on mental health
Muscat: October is the month of Omani Women's Day and World Mental Health Day. A celebration marking the days kicked off with an event titled "Circle of Hope and Love" organised by Whispers of...
A Cross-Cultural Exploration of Dietary Traditions
With the alarming surge in diabetes cases, prevention stands as the paramount solution, and extensive research has been channeled toward the crucial realm of dietary choices. This challenge is...
Solutions for carbon emissions: renewable energy
Oil and Gas once reigned supreme as Oman’s economic powerhouse, but today, Oman is taking bold and resolute strides toward slashing its carbon footprint to create a sustainable future.In the...
GCDC to share data to prevent communicable diseases
The Gulf Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (GCDC), an integral part of the Gulf Health Council, marked a significant milestone by forging an agreement on health data sharing among its member...
Non-violence Day celebrated
The International Day of Non-Violence, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was celebrated on October 2nd, organised by Rajya Yoga Center in association with the Indian Embassy in Oman.The theme of...
Enjoy the ride with time
It has been decades since we have been working in the media. We know the places and protocols at the back of our hands. This happens to all journalists, and so with my friend and me.The journalists...
GCC nations for joint action in health sector
Muscat: The opening program for the ninth meeting of the GCC Health Ministers Committee focussed on strengthening cooperation in the health sector to develop the provision of health services in a way...
GCC ministers' meet moots joint work in health services
Muscat: The opening program for the ninth meeting of the GCC Health Ministers Committee looked at the GCC countries towards strengthening cooperation in the field of health in order to develop the...
Take only memories, leave only footprints
With October just around the corner and the weather easing up, there is all the more reason to explore Oman.Al Hajar Mountains have had the typical summer with plenty of rains and the Green Mountain...
Conference focuses on children’s creativity and skills
Muscat: The Oman Childhood Conference and Expo being held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre focuses on intellectual giftedness in children and how to support them to reach their full...
Life can be delightful!
The best years of our life ought to be of childhood when we run around instead of walking and sing instead of speaking.Even the tears are instant but temporary, only to express the moment of pain. The...
ASMED plans to license 70 new Sanad Centres
Sanad Centres, which were started to boost entrepreneurship among Omanis and spread e-governance, is witnessing growth at a steady clip with the Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development...
12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of night today
The summer astronomically ends on Saturday, known as the Autumnal equinox.So we will have 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of night.Weather forecaster Ahmed al Balushi explained, “The atmosphere of...
Oman observes World Alzheimer's Day
The iconic Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM) illuminated its majestic facade with a vibrant purple hue to commemorate World Alzheimer's Day in collaboration with the Oman Alzheimer's Society. This...
Motorists feel the pinch of Al Amerat road closure
After years of smooth drive to work, it is almost a déjà vu of yesteryears to be around Wadi Adai, where motorists from Muscat, Muttrah, Al Wadi al Kabir and Ruwi line up with those coming from Al...
ROHM to go purple to mark Alzheimer's Day
Muscat: With the theme, 'Never too early, never too late', Oman celebrates International Alzheimer's Day (September 21) on Thursday.Purple is the official colour designated for Alzheimer's, and the...