Oman Cultural Heritage Update: Royal Decree No. 62/2026 amends Oman’s Cultural Heritage Law, expanding the “competent authority” to include the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, and strengthening protection for tangible, intangible, movable, immovable and underwater heritage—plus a new term for “Omani World Cultural Heritage” tied to UNESCO listings. Intangible Heritage & Peace: The UN chief warned that hate speech is spreading “faster than ever,” and highlighted Oman’s Muscat Plan of Action, which elevates traditional and Indigenous leaders as key partners in peace and social cohesion. Omani Arts & Music: Oman Music Center released the 21st issue of the Omani Music Magazine, with the editorial dedicated to late singer Jassim bin Abdullah al Shaqsi (“Shadi Oman”). Local Lifestyle in Muscat: Mysk Al Mouj launched a summer hydration stop for delivery riders, offering chilled water and lemonade to help them cope with extreme heat. Craft & Heritage in Oman: A young craftsman is reviving Omani cane-making, focusing on traditional wood choices and the patience needed to work with rare, age-marked materials. Rustaq Urban Life: Rustaq’s City Walk project is about 25% complete, with bridges and slabs finished and more construction underway for a family-friendly destination. Archaeology in Oman: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism announced ancient rock carvings and drawings in Hajar Al Sinanat, preliminarily dated to the first millennium BC. Regional Human Story (Oman-linked): In the Gulf of Oman, a US attack on the tanker Settebello killed three Indian seafarers; Oman’s rescue teams saved 21, while India protested and called for unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.