US says why it denied World Cup referee entry
World Cup referee Omar Artan of Somalia was denied entry into the United States for the tournament owing to security concerns, broadcasters CNN have reported. CNN said they were to…
Oman Ferries carry over 250,000 passengers in 2025
Muscat: The National Ferries Company, Oman’s national maritime transport operator, transported more than 250,000 passengers during 2025, recording an average of around 690 passenge…
Insurers in Oman ordered to allocate minimum share for EV coverage
Muscat: The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has issued a new circular requiring all insurance companies licensed to provide motor insurance in Oman to maintain a minimum level o…
India’s Modi, Trump likely to meet at G7, discuss trade, visas, source says
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold bilateral talks with U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the Group of 7 summit, with trade, visas and energy c…
GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil edges up after fresh Iran-US strikes
LONDON/SINGAPORE: European stocks on Wednesday shrugged off renewed hostilities between Iran and the United States, as oil prices edged up, with investors also focused on upcomin…
Protesters block road to Mexican World Cup stadium
Mexico City: A protest blocked an avenue leading to Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium for hours on Tuesday, just days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off at the venue.As football fans f…
Philippines earthquake death toll climbs to 45
The death toll from a powerful earthquake in the southern Philippines has risen to 45, while 630 people were injured and 17 remained missing, a civil defence official said on Wedne…
How is the ‘One Team Initiative’ shaping government culture?
Muscat: The One Team Initiative for Government continues to represent a key national effort to strengthen a culture of collaboration, shared responsibility and impact-driven public…
Saudi Arabia, Senegal end scoreless in final WC friendly
Saudi Arabia was held to a goalless draw against 10-man Senegal on Wednesday in the two teams’ final friendly before the start of the World Cup.Giorgos Donis, Saudi Arabia’s Gr…
Brazil’s defence remains anyone’s guess after Wesley withdrawal
BASKING RIDGE: Five-times champions Brazil play their opening World Cup game against Morocco on Saturday but there are few clues as to how Carlo Ancelotti will solve the defensi…