Rome/Naples – As part of her official visit to the Republic of Italy, H E Prof Rahma bint Ibrahim al Mahrooqi, Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation, visited two leading academic institutions to strengthen educational and scientific collaboration between Oman and Italy. Her Excellency and the accompanying delegation were welcomed at the historic headquarters […]

Muscat – The Ministry of Education has launched the central training camp for Oman’s national team in preparation for the International Nuclear Science Olympiad, set to take place in Bangi, Malaysia. The second edition of the training camp will run from July 31 to August 5, 2025. Four outstanding students from the governorates of Muscat, […]

Muscat – In a major step to empower Omani youth and enhance their skills across freelance and professional photography, the Youth Centre has signed two cooperation agreements with Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO) and Nikon. The agreements were signed by His Excellency Basil bin Ahmed al Rawas, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and […]

Muscat – The Sultanate of Oman has strongly condemned Israel’s attacks on the Syrian Arab Republic, denouncing them as a blatant violation of Syria’s sovereignty and international law. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Oman reaffirmed its full support for Syria’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and its solidarity with the Syrian people. […]

Rustaq – Rock carvings, among the oldest forms of human expression, continue to present insights into ancient life, beliefs and environmental changes. In Oman, researchers say these carvings are a unique archive of history, reflecting the region’s role as a meeting point of civilisations and trade routes. Harith bin Saif al Kharousi, a specialist in […]

Muscat – A short film competition dedicated to amplifying the Palestinian narrative concluded in Muscat on Tuesday with entries from Gaza taking the top honours. Titled ‘Lens on Palestine’, the competition was launched in October 2024 as a first-of-its-kind initiative in the sultanate. Organised by Al Istiqama TV in partnership with Oman Film Society, the […]

Muscat – A student-led company at University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Ibri has developed an eco-friendly alternative to plastic as well as personal care products using the mesquite tree (Ghaf al Bahri), which is considered an invasive species in Oman. The students have extracted a raw material from the mesquite tree suitable for use […]

Salalah – An agreement for a major agricultural investment project to grow moringa trees and manufacture byproducts supporting food security, environmental sustainability and export diversification was signed on Wednesday. An usufruct contract covering an area of 10.5mn sqm in the Hanfit area of Thumrait was signed between Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and Ministry […]

Salalah – Salalah’s Ateen Square opened on Tuesday evening as part of the annual Dhofar Khareef 2025 festivities organised by Dhofar Municipality, marking the beginning of an extended season of tourism, entertainment and cultural engagement in the governorate. The venue will operate till August 31 and offer a mix of activities aimed at residents, citizens […]

Nizwa – Grape cultivation in the village of Tanuf in Dakhliyah is emerging as a promising model for food security and agricultural innovation in Oman. With increasing support from Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR), grape farming is showing notable growth both in yield and ambition. Launched on a 1.5 acre plot, the […]