Oman’s Urban October event draws over 60,000

Housing, investment and the future of cities took centre stage during the four-day gathering in Muscat, bringing together developers, lenders and urban planners from more than 50 countries.

Oman condemns Saudi airport attacks, urges

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Abha and King Khalid international airports that left three people dead and 36 injured.

Oman convenes global experts to advance AI

The Oman International Mental Health Conference 2026 began today with the participation of specialists and experts in the fields of psychiatry, mental health, child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, clinical pharmacy, innovation, and research.

HH Sayyid Theyazin chairs International Financial

His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the International Financial Centre of Oman, chaired a meeting of the centre’s Board on Thursday.

Oman participates in Interpol Anti-Drug

The conference discussed ways to enhance international police cooperation and the exchange of information and expertise among law enforcement agencies in member states.

HH Sayyid Bilarab honours former Wali of Bausher

His Highness Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of State and Governor of Muscat, honoured Ahmed bin Hilal bin Saud Al Busaidi, the former Wali of Bausher, in recognition of his service and contributions to the development of Muscat Governorate.

Oman police to review heavy vehicle safety

The Royal Oman Police has formed a committee to review driving licence requirements and heavy vehicle safety standards, including their suitability for operating conditions in Oman.

Broken-down truck disrupts Muscat Expressway

Traffic has been diverted on the Muscat Expressway after a tractor-trailer truck broke down near the Al I'lam Bridge in the direction of Seeb, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) said.

NASA’s Curiosity rover captures striking

NASA’s Curiosity rover has captured a striking panorama of sunrise illuminating wind-carved rock formations on Mars.

Dhofar Municipality gives 14-day deadline to

Dhofar Municipality has given owners of unauthorised animal pens in Salalah’s Awqad industrial area 14 days to remove the pens, associated facilities and animals, warning that legal measures will be taken against violators who fail to comply.

SalamAir records 76% On-Time Performance in Q3

SalamAir recorded 76 percent on-time performance in Q3 2026 as passenger numbers rose 51.6 percent quarter-on-quarter to 962,016.

Oman arrests seven over electricity station

Royal Oman Police have arrested seven people suspected of involvement in 18 incidents of vandalism and theft at electricity distribution stations.