Freelancers to get govt projects worth RO5,000
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Finance (MoF), in its Financial Circular No (1) for 2026, directed all ministries, government units, authorities, and public institutions to award certain s…
Sohar University launches Dr Suleiman Al Houqani research grant
SUHAR: Sohar University has launched the Dr Suleiman al Houqani Research Grant, supported by his family, in an initiative aimed at sustaining his scientific and humanitarian impact…
More awareness needed to tackle stigma of cancer
MUSCAT: The Oman Cancer Association (OCA) hosted the second stage of its Youth Programme, where students presented ideas and recommendations following a summer awareness workshop.”…
Oman’s ACC Premier Cup campaign ends in heavy Hong Kong defeat
MUSCAT: Oman’s ACC Men’s Premier Cup campaign ended in disappointment on Saturday as Hong Kong powered to a nine-wicket victory in the third-place play-off, handing Vinayak Shukla’…
Faultless Duplantis, hungry Ingebrigtsen shine at inaugural Ultimate
BUDAPEST: Seasoned Scandinavian campaigners Armand ‘Mondo’ Duplantis and Jakob Ingebrigtsen shone on the opening day of the inaugural Ultimate Championship in Budapest on Friday.Wi…
Shelton advances to US Open final for Zverev showdown
NEW YORK: Ben Shelton defeated compatriot Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 in an electric US Open semifinal on Friday to secure a title clash with Alexander Zverev and move close…
Promising talents shine at speed skating championship
MUSCAT: The Speed Skating Championship highlighted promising talent among young skaters as 65 boys and girls took part in a sporting event aimed at promoting skating and encouragin…
NOSC-Muscat emerges as national hub for Omani shooters
MUSCAT: The National Olympic Shooting Complex (NOSC) in Muscat is fast establishing itself as more than a venue for tournaments and competitions. It is emerging as a national hub f…
Banking assets rise 9.2% to RO 48.7 bn
MUSCAT: Oman’s banking sector assets expanded by 9.2 per cent to RO 48.7 billion in 2025, as lending and deposits grew and the Central Bank of Oman (CBO) lowered its policy rate in…
ABM International School celebrates over a decade of excellence
Muscat: Ahmad Bin Majid (ABM) International School celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students at its 2026 General Education Diploma and Cambridge IGCSE Recognition Cer…