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Oman Deepens Nepal Partnership in Kathmandu Talks
Oman and Nepal held the second session of political consultations in Kathmandu to strengthen their bilateral ties. Both nations discussed expanding cooperation and exchanging views on regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Scholar Warns Social Media Erodes Real Bonds
Professor Toyin Falola has warned that social media creates an illusion of connection while weakening meaningful human relationships and community bonds. Research emphasizes promoting more mindful and balanced digital consumption habits.
Oman Establishes New Labour Recruitment Regulations
Oman's Ministry of Labour unveiled a new regulatory framework governing non-Omani manpower recruitment, aiming to organize recruitment practices. The move also includes efforts to streamline private training centers to better align programs with labor market demands.
Oman Affirms Solidarity With Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attack
Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi held talks with Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, expressing solidarity following the Houthi strike on Riyadh airport. The conversation underscored regional alliance strengthening amid rising security threats.
Oman Participates in Arab Higher Education Quality Forum
The Sultanate of Oman, represented by its Authority for Quality Assurance of Education, participated in the Arab Network for Quality Assurance in Higher Education forum in Doha. The Oman Tourism Development Company was also recognized for its social responsibility initiatives.
Arab Films Compete For 2027 Academy Awards
Multiple films from Arab countries have been submitted to compete for the Best International Feature award at the 2027 Academy Awards ceremony.
Saudi Officials Visit Riyadh Airport Attack Survivors
Saudi Arabia's Health Minister Fahad Aljalajel visited victims of Saturday's deadly Houthi attack at Riyadh International Airport to express official support.
Oman Leads Regional Aviation Safety Initiative
The Civil Aviation Authority of Oman hosted the eighth meeting of ICAO's Safety Enhancement Implementation Group to discuss regional aviation security standards.
Super El Niño drives record Pacific temperatures higher
The 2026 El Niño is tracking toward historic strength as sea surface temperatures in the key Niño 3.4 zone hit record 29.70 degrees Celsius in September. Climate scientists attribute the warming to both the natural climate pattern and human-driven global warming.
Severe Weather Sweeps Delhi Region
Delhi-NCR experienced heavy rain and thunderstorms on Monday morning, prompting the India Meteorological Department to issue a red alert. Moderate to heavy rainfall continued for several hours, with maximum temperatures expected to range between 31 and 35 degrees Celsius.
Kabila Leads New Congo Rebel Coalition Alliance
Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has assumed leadership of the Front for National Refoundation, a new politico-military movement incorporating the M23 rebel group and other armed factions. The announcement took place in Goma.
US and UN Condemn Saudi Airport Attack
The United States and United Nations condemned an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which killed at least one Egyptian national and injured several others. The incident has disrupted regional aviation, with airlines suspending flights and U.S. carriers issuing caution warnings.