Oman

Grand Voyager

Grand Voyager | Exploring Oman

In partnership with Media City

From ancient forts to turquoise wadis and coastal adventures, Oman blends history and nature. Join Lilly Douse as she explores the sites of Muscat, Nizwa, Wadi Shab and beyond.

31/12/2025

Culture news

Oman looks back on National Day with first extended holiday

Oman’s National Day provided a moment to celebrate the country’s achievements, ongoing development and "Oman Vision 2040" its ambitions programme for the future.

21/11/2025

Europe News

Fifth round of US-Iran nuclear talks to take place in Rome, Oman says

The talks seek to limit Iran's nuclear programme in exchange for the lifting of some of the crushing economic sanctions the US has imposed on the Islamic Republic.

21/05/2025

Oman

Iran and US conclude fourth round of nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the talks were productive but said uranium enrichment will continue and is non-negotiable.

12/05/2025

Iran

Weekend nuclear deal talks between Iran and US postponed, says Oman

The talks seek to limit Iran's nuclear programme in exchange for the lifting of some of the crushing economic sanctions the US has imposed on the country.

01/05/2025

Oman

Iran and US to resume high-stakes nuclear talks on Saturday in Oman

Donald Trump has threatened air strikes if no deal is reached, while Iran hints it may pursue nuclear weapons with its growing uranium stockpile.

25/04/2025

World News

US and Iran to start talks amid regional tension

Trump has threatened to launch airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear program as Iranian officials increasingly warn they could pursue a nuclear weapon.

12/04/2025

Sci-Tech

Oman, UAE, Qatar lead 5G-Advanced talks at Telecom Review Summit

In partnership with Telecom Review

In this episode of Sci Tech, we explore the future of connectivity with 5G-Advanced, as discussed at the Telecom Review Leaders' Summit in Dubai, with experts from Vodafone and TDRA.

20/12/2024

Oman

Four people killed in deadly Oman floods, including three children

A lack of flood-ready infrastructure means the usually dry country is highly vulnerable in the face of unexpected downpours.

14/02/2024

Oman

Israeli-linked oil tanker hit by 'projectile' off coast of Oman

The ship's owner said there were no reports of any injuries or pollution, although the vessel suffered "some minor damage".

16/11/2022

Destinations

From sea turtles to rugged peaks, this ‘secret Arabian gem’ has it all

From the thriving capital of Muscat, to the Grand Canyon of the Middle East, Oman is a true Arabian gem.

12/05/2022

World News

Mercer Street: UK and US blame Iran for ship attack as Tehran denies

London said the tanker attack that killed two people off the coast of Oman was "deliberate, targeted and a clear violation of international law by Iran.”

02/08/2021

Oman

Two Europeans killed in incident on board oil tanker off Oman coast

Two Europeans have died after an incident off the Oman coast on board the oil tanker Mercer Street, the ship's owners have confirmed.

30/07/2021

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Oman swears in successor to Sultan Qaboos

Oman's culture minister Haitham bin Tariq has been sworn in as royal ruler after the death of his cousin Sultan Qaboos, who transformed his nation and became a vital mediator in a turbulent region.

11/01/2020

Oman

Middle East's longest-ruling monarch, Sultan Qaboos, dies at age of 79

The Sultan came to power in a 1970 coup and ruled the country for 50 years.

11/01/2020

World

Why is honey in Oman creating a business buzz?

In the Al-Hajar mountain chain of northern Oman, what appears to be just a pile of logs is actually an apiary of beehives. This is a centuries-old method of beekeeping which has been passed down from one generation to the next.

28/06/2019