Oman foils $6.6 million cyber fraud transfer

Oman’s Royal Oman Police (ROP), in coordination with INTERPOL, has thwarted an attempt to transfer approximately $6.6 million through a local bank after investigators determined the funds were linked to cyber fraud operations originating from an Asian country.

Central Bank of Oman warns against ‘money

The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) has issued a warning to the public against allowing others to use personal bank accounts for so-called ‘money mule’ activities, cautioning that such practices can lead individuals to become involved in serious financial crimes.

Burj Al Sahwa to become main hub of Muscat’s

In a candid Oman FM interview, Monika Bik, Planning Advisor to the Minister at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, detailed the roadmap for the Greater Muscat Structure Plan.

Oman to develop national employment system for

The National Program for Employment (NPE) held a meeting with Her Excellency Dr. Laila Ahmed Al Najjar, Minister of Social Development, to discuss establishing a national employment governance system for Oman’s civil society and charitable sectors

HH Sayyid Theyazin highlights research and

His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Research and Innovation Authority, presided over the first meeting of the Authority’s Board of Directors for 2026.

Royal Oman Police advises drivers to inspect

The Royal Oman Police (ROP), represented by the Directorate General of Traffic, has urged motorists to ensure their vehicles are properly prepared for rising summer temperatures to maintain safety and comfort on the roads.

Omani Women’s Academy wins UNESCO-linked

The Omani Women’s Academy has won the Sustainable Education Award in its second edition under the Outstanding Project category.

Oman invites engineering firms to register for

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has opened applications for the accreditation of specialised engineering consultancy firms for hotel and tourism projects in Oman.

Oman leads Gulf initiative to establish

Oman has launched a three-day programme to establish a Gulf network for absolute gravity measurements aimed at enhancing laboratory accuracy and strengthening regional measurement standards across GCC countries.

Oman rehabilitates remote mountain springs across

Field teams in Dhofar have completed the rehabilitation of remote mountain water springs under challenging terrain conditions as part of Oman’s efforts to strengthen sustainable water resources and support local communities.

EA launches 100,000 mangrove seed planting drive

The Environment Authority (EA) has launched a campaign to plant 100,000 mangrove tree seeds across several valleys in the Dhofar Governorate.

Saham records Oman’s highest temperature at

The readings come as Oman experiences rising temperatures ahead of the peak summer season, with several parts of the country already crossing the 40°C mark during daytime hours.