Oman Health Access: The Ministry of Health, with Waqf Health Foundation ‘Athar,’ has opened applications for the second Zakat-Eligible Treatment Initiative in private hospitals, with the window running until Aug 20 and cases matched to surgical waiting lists and diagnostic imaging backlogs. Maritime Safety & Health Risk: A tanker off Oman in the Strait of Hormuz caught fire after being struck by a projectile near Limah; authorities say there was no environmental impact reported and investigations are under way. Child Health & Care Pathways: Childhood Cancer Society of Ghana renewed calls for faster diagnosis and better access to specialist treatment to reach the WHO 60% survival target, highlighting major survival gaps versus high-income countries. Digital Safety for Kids: Oman is moving to set guidelines for children’s social media use, aiming to balance learning benefits with risks like cyberbullying, misinformation, screen-time strain, and privacy issues. Food Security Investment: Dakhliyah secured about RO158mn in food security investment projects, spanning agriculture, livestock, fisheries and aquaculture, to strengthen Oman’s food supply. Community Sports & Wellness: Sports Spark 2026 returns July 14–Aug 15 at OCEC with indoor, family-friendly sports activities and World Cup viewing screens.