Oman

Tuesday 27/August/2019 23:02 PM

Over OMR33 million for new schools in Oman

Muscat: The Ministry of Education is currently working on building 20 new schools in Oman to the tune of OMR33 million, officials have revealed. With more...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 21:09 PM

Travel Oman: Buying souvenirs in Muttrah souq

Muttrah Souq is easily one of the oldest markets not just in Oman, but the broader Middle East as well. Originally set up as a place for merchants and...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 20:05 PM

SalamAir may delay, cancel some flights for safety reasons

Muscat: As a SalamAir aircraft experienced difficulties in landing due to a bird striking it, the airline announced that there may be some delays or...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 15:02 PM

Exciting new season for Oman’s Royal Opera House around the corner

Muscat: An exciting new season is about kick-off at the Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM) this September. The new season will include nine operas, six shows,...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 13:13 PM

These classes of students are exempt from school fees in Oman

Muscat: The Ministry of Finance affirmed that it has no objection to exempting the children of Omani women married to non-Omanis, as well as Yemeni students...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 11:28 AM

Health Watch: How to diagnose, treat and cure chronic sinusitis

Muscat: Rhinosinusitis is an inflammation of the nose and sinuses, which may be due to an underlying infection or allergy. Broadly, there are two types of...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 08:50 AM

Vice Chancellor of SQU welcomes new students

Muscat: Sultan Qaboos University received its 34th batch of students yesterday, consisting of around 3070 undergraduates for the academic year...

Tuesday 27/August/2019 08:30 AM

Mandatory health insurance plans in Oman have reached advanced stage

Muscat: The mandatory health insurance project for private-sector locals, foreign workers, and visitors to the Sultanate is almost ready to be implemented,...

Monday 26/August/2019 21:43 PM

Muscat to have a water park in this area

Muscat: Muscat is to follow in the footsteps of Salalah and will now have its own water park. The project, in Al Bustan, was announced by BBH Group as the...

Monday 26/August/2019 19:32 PM

Travel Oman: A day at Muttrah fish market

**media[1052147]** If you grew up in Oman during the 80s and 90s, then you are sure to remember the fish market at the Muttrah Corniche being the bustling...