Marwan kicks off the new week on Monday, August 24th, 2026, celebrating Shawqi Sultan receiving the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) from King Charles. We also cover a court ruling ordering a company to pay 3,600 OMR after substituting a promotional prize car with a wall clock, a heartwarming bus rescue, and a major fraud conviction involving fake spiritual healing.

Marwan kicks off the new week on Sunday, August 23rd, 2026, wishing His Highness Crown Prince Theyazin bin Haitham a very happy 36th birthday. We also cover severe new legal penalties for exploiting children or domestic workers on social media, a breathtaking mural of Late Sultan Qaboos by artist Azzan Al Raisi, paragliding safety reviews, and regional summer rains across Nizwa.

Marwan kicks off the weekend on Thursday, August 20th, 2026, detailing the official Ministry of Labour announcement declaring Thursday, August 27th, as a public holiday for Prophet Muhammad's Birthday. We also cover the Civil Aviation Authority's severe thunderstorm alerts across the Hajar Mountains, joint Oman-Japan diplomatic calls for regional de-escalation, and rising crude oil prices

Marwan recaps a packed Wednesday, August 19th, 2026, detailing Muscat Municipality's stern warnings regarding unauthorised speed bumps on public roads. We also cover the Oman Air Sports Committee's nationwide suspension of paragliding activities following a tragic accident in Salalah, and international reports highlighting how global maritime shipping is relying heavily on safe Omani waters through the Strait of Hormuz.

Marwan recaps a momentous Tuesday, August 18th, 2026, highlighting Oman’s steadfast diplomatic commitment to regional peace and maritime security. We also cover a viral heartwarming Omani family video that has captured local hearts online, refreshing summer weather in Dhofar, and essential midweek safety reminders.

Marwan recaps a Monday in Oman, detailing TRA's new strict rules banning late-night spam calls and requiring caller ID identification. We also cover the inspiring viral story of Sam Khamis and his Japanese friend Abu Bakr, London-themed attractions at Atteen Square in Salalah, and regional summer rains across Nizwa and the Hajar Mountains.

Marwan kicks off the new week on Sunday, August 16th, 2026, looking ahead to the upcoming long weekend and addressing the viral online discussions around TikTok accessibility over the weekend. We also cover the official launch of the Salalah Eye ferris wheel, artificial snow attractions at Atteen Square, and regional summer rains in Nizwa.

Marwan recaps a packed Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, breaking down the Astronomical Affairs Department's clarification on today's global total solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor shower tonight, strict Labour Ministry reminders on midday outdoor work halts, and crucial Foreign Ministry diplomatic statements

Marwan kicks off a fresh week on Monday, August 10th, 2026, detailing His Majesty's high-level phone call with Japan's Prime Minister regarding regional peace. We also cover two dramatic water rescues by the ROP Coast Guard in Qurum and Sohar, essential consumer protection warnings on checkout fraud, and the upcoming peak of the Perseid meteor shower.

Marwan kicks off the new week on Sunday, August 9th, 2026, detailing Bahraini influencer Omar Farooq’s viral experience with Omani bull fighting. We also cover National Geographic’s global travel voting campaign for Oman, regional rains across Mahdah and the Hajar Mountains, and extended online classes for Indian Schools in Oman