Oman now charges OMR 600 for citizenship applications and OMR 200 for nationality withdrawal/Image: X Applying for Omani citizenship will now come with a clearly defined price tag. In a move aimed at tightening and standardising nationality services, Oman has approved a new fee structure covering both citizenship applications and requests to relinquish nationality, according…
For a long time, the end of the Ice Age felt like a slow fading rather than a sharp break. Mammoths vanished. Old ways of living disappeared. The climate lurched colder again, without much warning. Archaeologists and geologists have argued over the cause for decades. Some blamed hunting. Others pointed to natural climate shifts. But…
Can You Really Compete While Fasting for 30 Days in Ramadan? Muslim Athletes Are Proving Everyone Wrong Are you a Muslim athlete training in Ramadan this February 2026 and wondering how will you compete while fasting from sunrise until sunset for 30 days? Whether it is world-class fighters, runners or team sport athletes, the art…
Family Sponsorship, Golden Visas, Mission Visas: UAE’s 2026 Visa Reset Explained As the United Arab Emirates moves into the New Year 2026 with many improvements to its visa and immigration systems in the years to come, some modifications are indicative of the country’s growing vision to become the international destination for tourism, trade, innovation and…
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense detected eight sorties of PLA aircraft and seven PLAN vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Tuesday.Of the eight, two crossed the median line and entered Taiwan’s southwestern and eastern ADIZ.In a post on X, the MND said, “8 sorties of PLA aircraft and…
In Lakeville, Minnesota, a Hampton Inn has sparked controversy after its new Indian ownership turned away reservations from ICE and DHS agents, allegedly guided by a principle of non-cooperation with immigration enforcement. While Hilton clarified that such actions do not align with the company’s ethos, both the hotel management and Hilton expressed regret and reaffirmed…
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake early Tuesday struck the coast of western Japan, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, with no tsunami warning issued.The tremor was recorded at 10:18 am (0118 GMT) in Shimane prefecture, according to the agency.There were no immediate reports of damage, and the US Geological Survey gave a slightly lower reading of 5.8.The quake…
For many Indian immigrants, US visa appointment backlogs mean missing out on pivotal family milestones such as weddings, leading to tough decisions ahead. Immigration experts caution against traveling during this time, as it could jeopardize job security and result in hefty penalties upon return, leaving professionals caught in a heartbreaking dilemma between familial duties and…
US President Donald Trump on Monday said Venezuela will not hold new elections within the next 30 days and that the country must first be stabilised following the capture of its leader, Nicolás Maduro. Speaking to NBC News, Trump insisted the United States is not at war with Venezuela, even as it deepens its involvement…
In a bold bid to reconnect with everyday Ohioans, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has decided to distance himself from social media platforms. Ramaswamy argues that online interactions often lead to a skewed portrayal of public sentiment, heavily influenced by bots and external entities. Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy was mocked by his primary rival…
