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September 1, 2025

Afghanistan Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 500, Over 1,000 Injured

Kabul: The death toll from the 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Kunar and Nangarhar provinces in eastern Afghanistan today has risen to 500, with more than 1,000 others injured, as rescue teams continue operations under difficult conditions. According to Oman News Agency, the powerful quake leveled entire villages built of mud

16 Injured in Ammunition Depot Explosion in Libya

Misrata: A massive explosion at an ammunition depot in the Libyan city of Misrata today left 16 people injured, according to the Libyan News Agency (WAL). According to Oman News Agency, Ambulance and Emergency Service spokesman Osama Ali stated that all of the injured suffered minor wounds and are in

Symposium to Highlight Dhofar History, Civilization

Salalah: The National Records and Archives Authority (NRAA) will organize a symposium titled “Dhofar in the Memory of Omani History” on 14 September 2025 in the Wilayat of Salalah. The event will be held under the auspices of HH Sayyid Marwan Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar. The symposium is

Oman Celebrates Prophet’s Birthday Anniversary

Muscat: The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs today celebrated the anniversary of the Blessed Prophet’s Birthday for the year 1447 AH in the Wilayat of Ibri, A’Dhahirah Governorate. The ceremony, held at Al Muhallab bin Abi Sufrah Hall at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Ibri, was

Sultan Qaboos Institute for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers Welcomes 58th Cohort

Muscat: The Sultan Qaboos Institute for Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers today welcomed a new cohort of Arabic language learners, comprising 46 students from 17 countries around the world. According to Oman News Agency, the countries represented include Russia, Belarus, France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Spain, India, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea,

Several Investment Opportunities Launched in Al Buraimi Governorate

Al buraimi: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, in cooperation with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, has launched 12 investment opportunities in Al Buraimi Governorate through the “Tatweer” platform, with a total area of 287.9 acres. According to Oman News Agency, the opportunities range from cultivating

Fourth ‘Symposium on Security of Vital Facilities’ Kicks Off in Salalah

Salalah: The 4th symposium on the security and safety of vital facilities opened today at Sultan Qaboos Youth Compound for Culture and Entertainment in the Wilayat of Salalah, Dhofar Governorate. The three-day symposium is organized by the Security and Safety Services Corporation. According to Oman News Agency, the symposium seeks

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Seventh Scientific Week Wraps Up at Military Technological College

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