Oman Culture & Lifestyle: Muscat’s Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) has kicked off its Art and Culture Season with concerts, theatre and exhibitions, including the return of “Muscat Art,” aiming to boost Muscat’s business-and-entertainment appeal. Youth & Education: The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth wrapped up the 2026 Child Culture Award, with Malak Fahd Al Wahaibi taking first place in “Talk So That I May See You,” a 7–12 age competition focused on identity, belonging and creative speaking. Health Awareness: Oman’s Ministry of Health launched a year-long breast cancer early-detection campaign under “Rest Assured,” encouraging women to know warning signs and book appointments for timely checks. Women in Sport: The Sports Ambassadors programme enters its second phase to empower schoolgirls across six governorates, building leadership and teamwork through sport. Community Reading: A growing trend of reading groups is helping people rebuild community in a digital age, offering a calmer alternative to loneliness. Sports: Oman’s national age-group golfers are set for the Arab Golf Championship in Egypt, with girls’ categories included. Security & Aviation (Oman-linked): Reports continue to swirl around the flydubai cockpit attack involving an Omani co-pilot, with extremist propaganda calling for copycat plane attacks—highlighting renewed debate over aviation screening and accountability.