Broad Peak Tragedy: Rescuers in Pakistan recovered four bodies after an avalanche hit the Broad Peak expedition, including Omani climber Nadhira Ahmed Abdullah Al Harthy, while search teams continue for six others, among them renowned Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja (“Nimsdai”), as bad weather hampers helicopter operations. Oman in the Spotlight: The incident highlights Oman’s presence in international mountaineering, with officials and the Alpine Club of Pakistan naming the multinational team and confirming identities are still being verified. Omani Culture Abroad: Oman Film Society (OFS) made its first official Omani appearance at Italy’s Marateale International Film Festival, supported by the Italian Embassy and Oman’s ministries, with talks aimed at future MoUs and co-productions. Space Milestone: Advanced Rocket Technologies and Aqtar Space Technologies completed Oman’s first commercially built solid rocket motor static fire test at Duqm’s Etlaq Spaceport, a step toward a sovereign space launch ecosystem. Heritage & Learning: A heritage discovery trip brought North Al Batinah students to explore crafts, libraries, manuscripts, restoration, and intangible heritage programmes, reinforcing youth connection to local culture. Education & Access: HEC Pakistan announced GUtech scholarship opportunities in Oman for international students, including full and partial tuition awards for the 2026 intake.