By Sayeed Yahya Uber and the Greyball tool used to take on global governments Uber has for years engaged in a worldwide program to deceive the authorities in markets where its ride-hailing service was resisted by law enforcement or, in some instances, had been outright banned. Uber’s fight back,…
By Nissy Ahmed Muscat, Oman | The shopper’s guide to an iconic capital city Oman is steeped in tradition and history, but also understated, complicated and a real cultural fusion. The capital, Muscat, reflects and amplifies that in its diverse and ample yet understated shopping experience. Shopping in Oman…
By Sayeed Yahya The splender of the Sultan Qaboos grand Masdjid in Oman Quietly imposing from the outside, this glorious piece of modern Islamic architecture was a gift to the nation from the much beloved Sultan Qaboos of Oman to mark his 30th year of reign. It was in…
By Sayeed Yahya Palestine may be blockaded but it’s education the women seek In this occupied nation women must endure a lengthy, frustrating process when they pursue a university education overseas out of necessity. Four such inspiring women speak to Al-Sahawat Times: “For me, two basic human rights are…
By Saila Safwana The rise of Arab fashion has a new champion, Vogue Arabiya The rise of Arab fashion has a news champion, Vogue Arabiya, and it’s making a big impression. Vogue Arabiya launches this month with Gigi Hadid has been revealed as its first cover star. …
By Aneesa Ahmed Police sniper accidentally fires shooting two during President Hollande’s speech A French police sniper has accidentally shot and injured two people during a speech by President Francois Hollande in western France. The shot was fired as the officer moved position on a roof top circa 100…
By Anita Zhxin Sultan Qaboos makes rare public appearance with Iranian President Rouhani Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said his country sought good relations with its Gulf Arab neighbours as he began a one-day trip to Oman and Kuwait on Wednesday, his first since taking power in 2013. Omani…
By Stefano Culibrk The head of the Indian navy starts a five day official visit to Oman and UAE India’s Navy chief Sunil Lanba Yesterday began a five day official visit to United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman. “The visit aims to consolidate bilateral naval relations with UAE…
By Sayeed Yahya The disgraced local tabloid The Sentinel’s journalist Cullinane accused of spreading fake news The lawyer and political activist Dr Stefano Ćulibrk of London is internationally recognised for his high profile cases against the UK government in the international courts. In 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Ćulibrk took…
By Sayeed Yahya The Foreign minister of Saudi Arabia has visited Baghdad for progression and peace talks Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir made a rare visit to the Iraqi capital, Baghdad on Saturday in a new attempt to heal the kingdom’s troubled relations with Iraq. Improving relations between Riyadh…
