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EA marks Gulf Wildlife Day
Muscat – The Environment Authority (EA) observed Gulf Wildlife Day on December 30, reaffirming the nation’s dedicated commitment, alongside fellow Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, to the protection of biodiversity and the conservation of natural resources. This year’s celebrations were held under the theme “A Society in Harmony with Nature for Sustainable Wildlife,” a […]
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SalamAir introduces first direct air link between Muscat and Medan, Indonesia
Muscat – SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, is pleased to announce the launch of a new direct route between Muscat and Medan, Indonesia. The new service will commence on July 3, 2026, with two weekly flights, marking SalamAir’s first direct connection to Indonesia and further strengthening the airline’s growing network in Southeast Asia. The introduction of Medan represents a significant milestone in SalamAir’s Asian expansion strategy […]
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ROP warns about a fake CPA website to defraud the public
Muscat – Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued an urgent alert regarding a sophisticated phishing scheme targeting the public. Criminals are reportedly using a fraudulent website designed to closely resemble the official portal of the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) to entrap unsuspecting victims. In a statement, ROP said this deceptive platform is being utilised to […]
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Cyclist completes 2,750km Saudi-Oman ride to promote tourism, sports
Muscat – In a demonstration of endurance and personal commitment, Omani cyclist Omran Marhoon Khamis al Mundhiri, 26, from Samail, has completed a ride of more than 2,757km to promote Oman’s tourism potential and encourage participation in sports. Mundhiri set off on the journey on December 5 from Makkah, Saudi Arabia passing through Madinah before […]
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Public art brings new life to Nizwa’s historic Sur al Aqur wall
Nizwa – OQ  has contributed to the restoration of a section of the historic Sur al Aqur wall in the wilayat of Nizwa, Dakhliyah as part of its community partnership and social investment initiatives. The project supports the preservation of Oman’s cultural heritage and national identity, while contributing to sustainable social and economic development. It […]
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MHT programme to train Chinese and Spanish-speaking tourist guides
Muscat – As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the tourism sector and empower national talent, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has launched a specialised tourist guide programme targeting Omanis proficient in Chinese or Spanish. The initiative aims to keep pace with the rapid growth of international tourism markets and enhance the sultanate’s […]