Oman, Iran emphasize diplomacy and Strait of Hormuz security
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman and the Islamic Republic of Iran have underscored the imperative of seizing the current diplomatic moment to buttress peace endeavours, reinforce de-e…
Messi sets WC scoring record as Argentina down Austria
Los Angeles: Guy JACKSON Lionel Messi became the World Cup’s all-time leading goalscorer on Monday, scoring twice as holders Argentina powered into the last 32 with a 2-0 victory o…
Bosnia and Qatar fight for third
SEATTLE: Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar go into their final World Cup Group B game on Wednesday knowing they realistically must win to progress, with a possible last-32 clash…
Canada eye first WC knockout round
VANCOUVER: A Canada side rallying around the loss of injured midfielder Ismael Kone face Switzerland on Wednesday needing a win or draw to secure top spot in Group B and their f…
Doing business in Somalia: unpacking the realities on the ground
Investor discusses the operating environment and some of the region’s untapped business opportunities.
Zakat beneficiaries set to get free treatment
MUSCAT, JUNE 22Over 400 patients who are the beneficiaries of the Zakat fund are expected to receive the free medical treatment at private hospitals this year, according to the Min…
Al Wafa Centre marks conclusion of annual course
MUSCAT: Al Wafa Centre for the Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities in Nizwa on Monday marked the conclusion of the 2025-2026 training course.The ceremony was held under the…
Land grants move towards readiness-to-build model
SALALAH, JUNE 22Oman’s residential land-grant process is being pushed towards a more disciplined model that asks a practical question before allocating land: is the beneficiary rea…
European leaders offer warm farewell to Starmer
BERLIN: Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his departure on Monday amid plunging approval ratings, but there were warm words from European leaders who had gen…
US eases sanctions on Iranian oil
The United States Treasury on Monday announced the temporary easing of sanctions on Iranian oil up to August 21 following talks with Iranian representatives in Switzerland.The meas…