Omani space tech startup wins FFO backing
MUSCAT, JUNE 16Muscat-based Rocket Elements and Technologies (RE&T), an Omani space technology startup focused on advanced propulsion systems, has secured funding support from Futu…
Private vehicle inspection station launched in Oman
MUSCAT, JUNE 16In a move marking a new era for private sector participation in the vehicle transport and technical inspection services sector in the Sultanate of Oman, Al Maha Tech…
Iran draw 2-2 with NZ in politically charged clash in LA
INGLEWOOD: Iran twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with New Zealand in an exciting World Cup clash at Los Angeles Stadium on Monday, as protests against Tehran’s government and a t…
Surprising WC results give Iraq motivation to shock Norway
Boston: The unexpected points earned by underdogs like Qatar and Cape Verde are encouraging Iran to pull off a surprise of their own in their World Cup opener against Norway on Tu…
Jordan feeling pride not pressure over WC debut
SANTA CLARA: Jordan are feeling pride not pressure ahead of their World Cup debut against Austria and will fight to prove their worth in what will be a new chapter in the country’s…
Oman crude drops to $72.99 as global oil prices slide
Muscat: The GME Oman marker price for the August 2026 Oman Crude Oil Futures Contract fell to $72.99 per barrel on June 16, recording a decline of $3.94, as global oil prices slipp…
Daily WC digital edition brings fans latest action
Click here to download the latest edition https://www.omanobserver.om/pdf/2026/06/16/omandailyobserver-20260616-2.pdf?ts=141731MUSCAT: The Oman Observer has launched a dedicated da…
Muscat Municipality to upgrade Mazoon Mosque roundabout
Muscat: Muscat Municipality has announced the implementation of a development project at the Mazoon Mosque roundabout and Al Shabab Street in the southern Al Mawaleh area in the wi…
Seven arrested for stealing cables in Bahla
Bahla: The Al Dakhiliyah Governorate Police Command has arrested seven Asian nationals for allegedly vandalising and stealing wires and cables from an electrical facility in the Wi…
Iran’s Araqchi says talks with US to finalise agreement will start on Friday
DUBAI: Iran and the U.S. will start a new round of negotiations on Friday in Switzerland to reach a final agreement after the official start of an interim agreement, Iran’s f…