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Oman announces Eid Al Adha holiday from May 26 to 30

Normal working hours will resume on Sunday, May 31

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Oman announces Eid Al Adha holidays for public and private sector employees from May 26. Work resumes on Sunday, May 31.

Sharjah launches Oman shipping corridor to Sohar Port

New land-sea trade route aims to speed cargo flows, cut transport costs

Sharjah launches Oman logistics corridor, sends first shipments to Sohar Port

Oman committee to meet for Dhu Al Hijjah moon sighting

Supreme committee convenes Sunday to confirm start of final Islamic lunar month

Meeting at Endowments Ministry to decide official beginning of Dhu Al Hijjah 1447

Oman mandates medical checks for Filipino workers

The new measures to take effect on Monday, May 18

Oman has introduced a mandatory pre-arrival medical examination and visa processing system for workers arriving from the Philippines, with the new measures taking effect on Monday, May 18

Oman gang uses spare house keys to steal valuables

Authorities have issued a warning urging residents not to leave spare keys outside homes

Police said the suspects targeted residences where homeowners had concealed spare keys in easily accessible places.

Oman ambulance crash kills driver, injuries crew

Crew members seriously injured after the ambulance overturned

Ambulance driver killed, crew injured in emergency response crash in Oman

Oman heat rises above 44°C ahead of summer peak

Saham records Oman’s highest temperature at 44.5°C

Temperatures across Oman climbed sharply above 40 °C as the Sultanate moved closer to the peak summer season, with Saham recording the country’s highest temperature at 44.5°C over the past 24 hours.

Oman unveils $250m EV battery project in Duqm

The two-phase project will produce 60,000 vehicles annually

Valued at approximately $250 million, the project will be developed in two phases and is expected to reach an annual production capacity of 60,000 vehicles and 1.6 million battery cells upon completion of phase II.

Two injured after residential building targeted in Oman

Two expatriates hurt, vehicles damaged as authorities probe Bukha building attack

Incident near Strait of Hormuz under investigation

Oman: Three-month midday work ban to begin in June

Three-month ban to begin in June, hefty fines for violators

Midday work ban will come into effect in June, and continue through August

Three Omanis rescued after boat capsizes off Barka

Coast Guard, fishermen coordinate swift rescue

Oman flag sign with coast background.

Train to Oman from UAE? Here's what's coming soon

New rail to connect Al Ain and Sohar with faster travel and easier crossings

How Hafeet Rail will transform travel between the UAE and Oman with faster journeys, scenic routes, and seamless cross-border connectivity.

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