Royal Oman Police address social media uproar over staged money-throwing clip

Money thrown at Oman worker? Police clarify viral video

Authorities say second clip with female employee was pre-planned awareness act

Venus to reach peak brightness over Oman on Tuesday

Planet will be easily visible to naked eye after sunset, even under city lights

At an apparent magnitude of around minus 4.8, Venus will be the brightest planet in the night sky and the third brightest celestial object visible from Earth after the Sun and Moon.

Oman issues new rules for economic and free zones

Regulations streamline licensing, land allocation and foreign property ownership

The new changes were designed to improve the investment climate, increase the competitiveness of the economic and free zones and attract high value and strategic projects by providing investors with greater regulatory clarity and a more efficient business environment.

Oman opens registration for 2027 Hajj pilgrimage season

Citizens and eligible residents can apply through Oman’s electronic Hajj system

Registration is open to both Omani citizens and eligible residents seeking to perform the pilgrimage.

Oman plans new terminal at Suhar Airport

New routes to Dammam, Gwadar and southern Iran could be announced this year

The planned terminal would support an expansion of regional services from Suhar, providing passengers with more direct travel options without having to fly through Muscat.

Oman-UAE rail trials to begin in late 2027

Hafeet Rail will connect Sohar to UAE network through Al Buraimi and Al Ain

Oman-UAE rail link will start trial operations in late 2027, connecting Sohar to the UAE network and boosting cross-border passenger and freight transport.

Oman eyes 10,000 Bangladesh hires for farming, fishing

Recruitment plan includes 5,000 agricultural workers and 5,000 fisheries workers

Bangladesh State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam said Oman had expressed interest in recruiting 5,000 agricultural workers and 5,000 fisheries workers.

Trump says 'open' to engaging with Iran

Trump signals possible talks with Tehran as US seeks to calm widening Gulf crisis

US weighs engagement with Iran amid Houthi attacks and rising Hormuz flashpoints

Oman postpones Salalah regional meeting

Foreign minister says delay will help ensure conditions for constructive dialogue

A meeting in Oman between GCC countries and Iran to discuss possible agreements on the Strait of Hormuz, which was scheduled for Monday, has been postponed.

Oman issues health insurance advisory for India travel

Oman's consulate in Mumbai warns hospital and intensive care costs can be high

Oman issues travel advisory for citizens and students travelling to India, stressing comprehensive health insurance to cover medical treatment, emergencies and evacuation.

Oman tightens rules on crypto mining equipment

Sellers must verify buyers hold required licences before supplying mining equipment

Companies and individuals in Oman have been warned against selling or supplying cryptocurrency mining equipment to unlicensed operators, as authorities step up enforcement of regulations governing the sector. Photo for illustrative purposes only.

Expat woman arrested for killing her mother

Police say the incident occurred in Al Khoudh and legal procedures are under way

The woman allegedly attempted to take her own life after the attack, police said.

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