Helicopter Rescues, Mega Customs Busts, and the Strait of Hormuz

Helicopter Rescues, Mega Customs Busts, and the Strait of Hormuz

Marwan recaps a high-stakes Tuesday in Oman, featuring a dramatic Navy helicopter rescue of 24 crew members off Masirah. We also dive into a massive illegal tobacco raid in Seeb, high-level diplomatic talks over the Strait of Hormuz, and crucial safety alerts as summer heatwaves touch 50°C.

Amerat Fire & Oman’s Extreme Weather

Join Marwan as he covers the recent restaurant fire in Al Amerat and dives into Oman’s temperature extremes — from scorching city heat to surprisingly cool spots across the country

Exploding Perfumes, Shaved Legs, and the Rustaq Meltdown

Marwan recaps a wild 48 hours in Oman, covering a literal trash fire in Rustaq caused by the extreme heatwave. We break down the dangers of leaving power banks and perfumes in hot cars, dive into a hilarious viral X debate about leg hair, and list the best wadis to cool off in this peak summer weather.

Strict New Social Media Decrees, Chasing the Shade, and World Cup Coundown

Marwan breaks down His Majesty’s essential new cybercrime decree protecting the dignity of workers and children on social media. We also discuss our grueling record-setting summer heat and the countdown to next week’s highly anticipated soccer World Cup kickoff.

Record Heat Waves, Mall Etiquette, and Tropical Getaways

Marwan breaks down the extreme heat wave that placed multiple Omani cities among the hottest in the world. We also discuss the viral debate on dress codes in local malls sparked by an Omani activist, and an exciting new 30-day visa-free travel opportunity for Omani citizens.