The National Ferries Company transported more than 250,000 passengers in 2025, with a daily average of around 690 passengers, according to its latest periodic statistics.
Environment Authority has highlighted the global ecological importance of the Sultanate’s coastline, noting that Omani beaches serve as a vital sanctuary for five of the world's seven sea turtle species, most notably at Ras Al Jinz and Ras Al Hadd.
The Court of First Instance in the Wilayat of Barka has issued five rulings convicting several commercial establishments and their owners for violating Consumer Protection Law after failing to repair or replace defective goods under warranty obligations.
Al Wusta Governorate is emerging as one of Oman’s most promising tourism destinations, particularly during the summer season, which coincides with the Dhofar monsoon period, due to its diverse natural and geographical landscape.
A team of researchers from within and outside Sultan Qaboos University has developed a new class of chemical compounds that could pave the way for future treatments targeting cancer, bacterial infections, and fungal diseases.
Government institutions across Oman have launched a coordinated social media campaign highlighting the ‘One Team Initiative for Government’, sharing a short video that promotes unity and collaboration across the public sector.
Oman experienced a slight upward trend in marital separations, with total divorce cases rising to 4,208, marking a 2.1 percent increase from the 4,122 cases documented the previous year.
Musandam Governorate has announced the launch of a new Mwasalat shuttle bus service connecting Khasab, Bukha and Sohar for passengers who do not hold a valid entry visa to the United Arab Emirates.
Financial Services Authority (FSA) has marked a major digital transformation milestone as the Dhamani platform successfully linked 271 pharmacies, cutting paper-based health insurance procedures by 98 percent.
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) conducted a medical evacuation operation for a citizen who sustained multiple fractures after falling while climbing a mountain in the village of Janah in the Wilayat of Sohar.
Authorities in North Al Sharqiyah Governorate have arrested three individuals accused of carrying out a theft at a residence occupied by expat workers.
Labour Ministry steps up enforcement as temperatures rise towards 50°C in parts of the Sultanate.
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